Barracuda News
August 1-14th
Orientation: August 10th in the Gym
12th Grade (Students, Parents [highly suggested due to required form & SSN])
- 11:00-12:00 pm: Distribution of schedules, Update SSN, Sign Photo Release Form for graduation
- 12:00-12:30 pm: Senior Surprise!
- 12:30-1:00 pm: Distribution of student schedules, Update SSN, Sign Photo Release Form for graduation
10th-11th Grade (Students, Parents [optional])
- 1:00-4:00 pm: Distribution of student schedules
9th Grade (Students & Parents)
- 4:00-4:45 pm: Student School Tours & Parent Information Booths in Gym
- 4:45-5:00 pm: Distribution of student schedules
- 5:00-5:30 pm: Principal Updates
**Note: Seniors will need their original Social Security Card so we can update the graduation platform. A picture or copy will not be accepted.
Student Technology Sign-Out
Student Parking 2023-2024
There will be 84 parking spots available next school year and each student granted a parking spot will be reviewed on a quarterly basis regarding their grades and attendance.
All required paperwork must be uploaded to the QR code no later than August 2nd. Any entries received after August 2nd will not be entered into the initial lottery and will need to wait until all qualifying students are assigned. At that time, late entries will be reviewed. The lottery will run starting August 3rd. All students who applied will be informed of their status shortly thereafter. The lottery is based on seniority (seniors, juniors, sophomores) and if the student meets the criteria. Parking pass distribution will occur when schedules are available in early August. At that time, students granted a spot are required to turn in their signed contract. Students are only able to register ONE car and that MUST be the car on campus. If a situation arises resulting in a student needing to drive a different car to school, approval must be given in advance.
Below, please find parking eligibility criteria below:
- Minimum 2.0 cumulative unweighted GPA
- No more than 10 unexcused absences or unexcused tardies per class based on grades/attendance from the current semester (Q3 and Q4 from THIS school year). Moving forward, eligibility will be based on the previous Quarter’s information.
Questions or concerns can be directed to Ms. Norris at enorris@aventuracharterhs.org.
Cambridge Assessments
Cambridge is expected to release the results of the 2022-2023 assessments on August 10, 2023. All students will require their individualized Cambridge login credentials. We ask students who took the Cambridge assessment to come to the school from 7:30 am - 3:00 pm to pick up the information. The login information will allow you to access your scores online from August 10 through September 10.
***STUDENT LOGINS ARE GOOD FOR 30 DAYS ONLY****
Once you pull up your score, you should print them out (as an unofficial score report) before September 10. Once the school receives its official score reports later in the year, we will distribute them to the students.
If you require assistance, please get in touch with the school at 786-481-3032.
Student Support
Creating a Parent Portal for MDPS
Lunch Application for Free or Reduced Lunch
Transportation 2023-2024
All NEW students enrolling after June 15th, you may be assigned as time and room permits to existing stops as soon as possible. There is a possibility that late registrations may not be processed until after the start of school. There will be no exceptions for late registrations due to the time restraints. Please submit a bus transportation request form by completing an online application with our transportation vendor, A1A Transportation at your earliest convenience. The online registration request form is now available and will be remain so throughout the school year for all students and for any change of addresses that may be needed.
Note: You may only register using your home address. ONLY REGISTER ONE TIME, each time you register the same student it will drop you further down the list to assign. Please visit the A1A Transportation website below to request transportation for the 2023-2024 school year.
https://studentregistration.nellc.com
Enter School Code: 7026-DSAHS
Once you submit your request form, you will receive an email showing confirmation that it has been submitted and received for processing.
A1A Transportation will use the information you provide to confirm eligibility, route, and complete bus assignments. All students will be assigned based on transportation zone eligibility, seat availability, and on a first-come, first-served basis. When your student(s) have been assigned to a bus, this information will be provided to you via e-mail or by the school.
If registered before June 30th , you will receive your bus assignment/status via email a week or two before the first day of school. No information will be available until assignments are sent before the start of school.
If registering after June 30th, you will receive notification regarding your eligibility and assignment if qualified, via school or email in approximately 10-14 working days, sooner when possible.
If you have any questions, please call the school at _786-481-3032 and speak with Ms. Michelle Garzon.
Parental Involvement!
Volunteer Hours
- 1 student attending DSAHS- 20 volunteer hours
- 2 or more students attending DSAHS- 30 volunteer hours
Volunteer SafeSchools Training
All volunteers are required to complete SafeSchools training prior to any interaction with staff and students. All volunteers MUST complete ALL the assigned courses. The completed certificates must be submitted to the school office.
Here’s how to get STARTED (please follow these instructions):
STEP 1: All VOLUNTEERS-(new and returning) must register to complete safe schools training courses. Please follow instructions below.
a. Enter or Click on the web address: https://csusavolunteers-fl.safeschools.com/login
b. Click on Register
c. On this page, you will need to enter your Registration Key: 3f1945c9
d. Please only use your email address to create username.
e. Fill in all required fields, including choosing your school location.
f. Click “green” Register button.
g. After completing your Registration, you will automatically be directed to the next screen.
h. You will be able to see your assigned courses on the platform.
STEP 2: Complete Training Modules
A. You should now see your classes:
- Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Prevention
- Fire Extinguisher Safety
- Sexual Harassment: Staff to Staff
- Sexual Harassment: Student Issues & Responses
- Sexual Misconduct: Staff to Student
To complete a course, click on the title then follow the prompts.
STEP 3: Certification
- To earn a certificate of completion, you must complete all sections of the course (No skipping through) and pass the quiz with 80%.
- Once you complete the courses and print out the certificates of completion, please provide copies of your certificates to school administration.
- Once your School Administrator receives copies of your certificates, you will be credited 2 hours of volunteer time.
*If you have any questions about the timeline or process, contact SafeSchoolsTraining@charterschoolsusa.com
PARENT TEACHER COOPERATIVE (PTC)
If you are interested in joining the PTC, please fill out the following link. This will ensure you receive important updates regarding the planning of school events and volunteer opportunities.
Supply List
Please disregard the email recently sent regarding school supply lists on our school website.
- Pens and Pencils
- Notebooks
- Folders
- USB
- Headphones
School Calendar
Updated with late start, block schedule days, and c/o 2024 Graduation!
Upcoming Events
-Reminders from our last Newsletter-
Summer Reading
College Corner
Considering the importance of earning excellent grades and the time demands of preparing and submitting impressive college applications, Mrs. Nicholson has arranged a College Camp for Class of 2024 students. College Camp will be from August 8 - August 11, 4pm-6pm, in room 306.
Each College Camp student will receive expert advice towards accomplishing these goals during College Camp:
- Identify safety, target, and reach colleges based on college admission standards and each student's academic resume, career interests, and college preferences.
- Receive support in completing the Common Application, including essay support.
- Determine what can be done to increase the likelihood of being accepted to college and earning scholarships.
Note: Thanks to the support of the City of Aventura, Charter Schools USA, and a federal grant, this opportunity is being offered at no cost to students.
FIU Applications
Athletics
Athletics Page: https://aventuracharterhs.org/athletics/
Online Paperwork: https://athleticclearance.com/
Preparing for 2023-2024 School Year
Welcome Class of 2027!
Senior Photos- Class of 2024!
Dress Code
Immunizations
Fundraising
The Compass Campaign is back!
The Compass Campaign is an amazing opportunity for our families to support the school and honor your student. It consists of an actual plaque, in the shape of our compass logo, customized with your personalized message and hung on the walls of the main entry of our high school. All proceeds will be spent on student-rewards, including graduation medals, honor roll gifts, and year-end award ceremony medals. We invite you participate and be part of marking your child's legacy for years to come.
The Compass Campaign was inspired by our school’s logo. Always pointing in the right direction, a compass symbolizes guidance, recognizing that our children are headed for the future, and that DSAHS will give each of its students the tools needed as they navigate their high school years. Your child’s compass will be enhanced each year with a new directional cardinal point:
- Freshman - East
- Sophomore - South
- Junior - West
- Senior - North, as they graduate and look to the future
STEPS TO PURCHASE OR COMPLETE YOUR COMPASS:
- To add to or purchase your initial compass, please visit MySchoolBucks
- Complete the personalization of your compass using this link: https://forms.office.com/r/1Scdr5YKFh
THANK YOU IN ADVANCE and THANK YOU TO ALL WHO ALREADY HAVE PARTICIPATED! We are grateful for your contributions!
NOTE: Incoming 9th graders will be able to purchase a compass once the new school year begins and you have access to MySchoolBucks.
Cafeteria Prices
Milk is going up to $ .75
Breakfast: $2.00/ $ .30 (reduced)
Lunch: $3.95 / $ .40 (reduced)