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Skyrocket Newsletter
Launch Virtual Academy
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Q1 Week 8 (September 9-13)
Principal's Message
Dear Student & Parent,
The week of September 2nd to September 6th marks Week 7 of our first quarter! After this week, we have just a couple more weeks until the end of Q1. This is a 4-day week, as Monday, September 2nd is a holiday—Labor Day. There will be no LIVE online sessions, and teachers will not be available on that day. However, all school online sessions will resume on Tuesday, September 3rd. Please pay close attention to this week's schedule and make sure you’re on time for class.
Labor Day is more than just a day off—it's a celebration of the hard work and dedication people put into their jobs. It’s also a great opportunity to reflect on the value of hard work and the importance of contributing to your community. Additionally, it’s the perfect time to catch up on your own work because this week is Progress Report week. Teachers will be submitting their grades on Thursday, and you’ll be able to access your progress reports on Friday through the Infinite Campus Portal. Remember that your main goal is to complete your assigned classes by the end of the quarter Q1.
We have multiple resources to help you succeed:
- LIVE Academic Sessions per class
- Access to your teachers during their office hours.
- Online Tutoring in the afternoon.
- In-Person academic support Tuesday-Friday in SpaceHub
Be curious, be active, and engage in your education,
Dr. Ulloa
Your Principal
Student Committees
- What do you do? What is the one-year commitment?
- Meet remotely every two months (with flexibility) to develop, review and evaluate Launch Virtual Academy's school safety plan.
School Site Council Agenda
Next Tuesday September 10th will be our first School Site Council meeting held virtually on teams. Please click here to access the agenda.
Infinite Campus Portal Support Videos
Checking Progress Report Grades in Infinite Campus Portal
Cómo ver las calificaciones de tu estudiante en Infinite Campus
Student Class Schedule in Infinite Campus
Health and Wellbeing
Please feel free to contact the school by using the Wellbeing Support Request Form, if you need to talk with someone about your emotions.
Advice from Mission Control:
- Check your email daily. In this LINK you will find instructions on how to check your school email account.
- Log into CANVAS daily. Your class(es) content including meeting links are in CANVAS
Stay on pace to complete classwork weekly.
Download our school phone App
Check Skyrocket newsletter for day-to-day school activities and information
Join us in-person in SpaceHub for support
Enjoy the flexibility but create a regular schedule and space to work on school work.
Ask for help - Reach out to your network of support at home & school (Academic Coach).
Questions?
- Call us at 619-690-7047 Mon-Fri between 8:00 am and 3:00 pm
- If you have questions or concerns regarding your schedule, please contact our counseling team.
- If you are facing tech issues, use this form to secure support
In-Person Academic Support: SPACEHUB
In-Person (Hybrid) Support
- Hybrid support is offered to students Tuesdays through Fridays from 9am to 12:30pm at our school's Mission Control Offices located at 1355 2nd Ave, Chula Vista, CA 91911 .
- Snack and Lunch are provided.
- Students will attend their online classes and receive in-person support from teachers, tutors, and support staff.
For questions contact Ms. Vecchia at alessandra.vecchia@sweetwaterschools.org
Online Tutoring Schedule
Rockets, here is the online tutoring schedule for this week!
- Monday: 5 pm to 8 pm
- Tuesday: 7 pm to 9 pm
- Wednesday: 5 pm to 8 pm
- Thursday: 7 pm to 9 pm
- Friday: 7 pm to 8 pm
To join online tutoring during the above times: Click here!
ASB Announcements
Launch Virtual Academy Rockets!
THIS WEEK- JOIN or START a CLUB.
Step 1: Think of something you are interested in
Step 2: Find an ADVISOR ( teacher)
Step 3: Complete a Club Charter with your advisor
Celebrate with our Community
Come and join us on Thursday, Sept. 19th at 1:00 at Mission Control 1355 2nd Ave
RSVP: CLICK HERE
First Quarter (Q1) Calendar
Schedule One-On-One Appointments with Teachers and Counselors
To facilitate the scheduling of an online meeting with you, Launch Academy teachers and counselors use of Calendly.
- Teachers email contact and Calendly links HERE.
- Counseling team email contact and Calendly links HERE.
Let's meet to work together!
MANDATORY PERMISSION SLIP (COMPLETE AND BRING WITH YOU)
District Parent Advisory Council
What is the District Parent Advisory Committee (DPAC)?
The DPAC for SUHSD provides input and feedback on programs and services for Title 1 schools as well as engaging input and feedback on the districts Local Control and Accountability Plan.
Meetings are held monthly at the district office. Launch Virtual Academy needs two parent representatives and one alternate representative for the DPAC team.
Click HERE to nominate yourself for the District Parent Advisory Council.
District English Language Advisory Committee
What is the District English Language Advisory Committee (DELAC)?
The DELAC for SUHSD meets monthly to advise the local governing board on programs and services for English Learners. The DELAC assists in developing and providing input in establishing district programs and goals for English Learners. Meetings are held monthly at the district office. Launch Virtual Academy needs one parent representative and two alternate representative for the DELAC team.
Click HERE to nominate yourself for the District English Language Advisory Committee.
School Site Council
What is the School Site Council (SSC)?
The School Site Council meets regularly to approve the Single Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA) as well as monitor the implementation of the plan and evaluate the results. Annually they revise the plan including proposed expenditures of funds. Launch Virtual Academy needs three parent representatives each willing to serve a two-year term.
Click HERE to nominate yourself for the School Site Council (SSC).
English Language Advisory Committee (ELAC)
What is the English Language Advisory Committee (ELAC)?
The objective of the English Language Advisory Committee (ELAC) is to assist the school (principal and categorical programs) and parents to bring about the cooperation and coordination of parent and community resources which may be of value to the school in the operation of its program. Launch Virtual Academy needs at least one parent representative.
Click HERE to nominate yourself for the English Language Advisory Committee (ELAC).
FREE Public Transportation for Students
YOUTH OPPORTUNITY PASS PROGRAM
All riders 18 & under will be able to ride MTS and North County Transit District (NCTD) services for FREE with a Youth PRONTO app account, or a Youth PRONTO card. The Youth Opportunity Pass is a pilot program, sponsored by the San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG) and County of San Diego, through June 30, 2026.
To be eligible for the Youth Opportunity Pass, riders 18 & under must have a Youth PRONTO app account, or a PRONTO Youth card, and travel with proof of eligibility. (Kids 5 & under ride MTS and NCTD free at all times, and don’t need a card or proof of eligibility.)
You can request to change to a reduced fare card online using our PRONTO Online Application. Read the PRONTO Online Application FAQs to learn how to change to a reduced fare card online then login to your PRONTO account to access the online application form.
OUR ADMINISTRATION OFFICES HAVE MOVED
Welcome Center [Next to San Ysidro High School]
5376 Airway Rd. San Diego, CA 92154
At this location, we offer the following services:
- Orientation [Onboarding] of new students/parents
- Welcome center for prospective students
*Parking is available.
Mission Control
1355 2nd Ave, Chula Vista, CA 91911
At this location, we offer the following services:
- SpaceHub (In-Person tutoring)
- In-Person Informational Meetings by appointment
- Student Device Exchange (laptops, chargers, and hotspots)
- Counseling Center
- School Psychologist Office
- Associated Student Body Office
- Administration Office (Principal and Assistant Principal)
*Parking on the street is available but limited.
Download School Phone App "LaunchPad"
Need Help Buying Food For Your Family?
CALFRESH CAN HELP! Click HERE for more information
Tech Support
Student Work Permit
How to get a Work Permit All SUHSD students must:
1. Have a 2.0 or higher GPA.
2. Attend school regularly.
3. Interviewing or in the process of being hired.
If you qualify, please follow the steps below.
1. Complete the Work Permit application (SUHSD Form No. B1-1). All highlighted sections must be completed by the appropriate persons.
2. Return the application to Alyed Vargas Escobar at Alyed.VargasEscobar@sweetwaterschools.org
Your Work Permit will be issued within 1-2 business days if you meet the all the requirements. After receiving your Work Permit you will be required to take it to your employer.
Work permits will be canceled if a student no longer meets the requirements. Work
Permits must be renewed each year at the start of school, or if employment changes.
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THANK YOU!
We have our In-Person Administrative Offices "Mission Control" at 1355 2nd Ave, Chula Vista, CA 91911.
To access our School Site Council (SSC) Agenda and Minutes click HERE.