Hello DMHS Families,

I would like to thank all of our families that have completed our Parent Survey about availability for future coffee with the Principal and parent workshops. Your input it is very important. If you have not completed the survey, here is the link: https://forms.gle/aCAj172qGBtLjTri7

On Thursday February 29 we are holding our Parent Teacher Conferences from 5pm to 7pm. Parent Teacher Conference is a perfect opportunity to learn about your child’s academic progress and also to let teachers know about your child's learning styles, strengths and needs.

Lastly, we are having a Beautification Day on Saturday March 2nd from 10 AM - 2PM. I hope you can join us with your family. If you would like to participate in our Beautification Day please fill our our Interest form:

http://tinyurl.com/4vkw96su

Your support and commitment are invaluable.

Sincerely,

Mr. Teer

If you would like to participate in our Beautification Day please fill our our Interest form:

http://tinyurl.com/4vkw96su

DMHS families we are conducting a survey to ask parents their best time to join us in our parent workshops or coffee with the Principal. Please complete our survey to provide your input.

https://forms.gle/aCAj172qGBtLjTri7

• Saturday, February 3, 2024. 9:00am – 1:00pm Senior Picture Make-Ups in the Dance Room
• Winter Semi Formal Friday, February 16,2024 6:00 - 9:00 PM in the MPR. Tickets are sold during lunch time in the DMHS Quad.
• Monday, February 19, 2024 there will be no school in observance of President's Day. We resume classes on Tuesday, February 20, 2024

• Parent Teacher Conference will be held on Thursday February 29 from 5:00 - 7:00 PM

• Friday, March 1, 2024 will be a minimum day. Students will be dismissed at 12:58 PM

Dear Parents/Guardians,

Hello, my name is Aime Mendoza. I am the new Psychiatric Social Worker (PSW) at Downtown Magnets High School. I am available Monday through Friday from 8:00AM to 4:30PM.

The services that will be available include individual, group, crisis intervention, community referrals and parent support. I may also be providing some classroom presentations on topics that promote wellness and resilience, positive social skills and conflict resolution. The purpose of these services is to help our students achieve greater success in their educational, social and emotional growth.

If you have any questions or would like to meet with me, please contact me at (818) 732-9544 or via email at a.chinchillamend@lausd.net. I look forward to meeting all of you throughout the year!

If you need services for your student, please complete the Caregivers Referral Form:

https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=oUAqBCixxEqGSAFv-hIUhzDEFL-2QlJJguNPq3jp8O1UNTNFSlcySjI4NlFGQ1lJS0pMVjdaRVRISy4u English

https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=oUAqBCixxEqGSAFv-hIUhzDEFL-2QlJJguNPq3jp8O1UMlZFTEFFRUEyMlZJOE03UkVGMkdZQTU5Si4u Spanish

Sincerely,

Aime Mendoza

Psychiatric Social Worker

Dear DMHS families you are invited to make a difference in the governance of our school by participating in the School Site Council (SSC) and Local Leadership Council (LSLC).

Local School Leadership Council (LSLC) will be having their February meeting on Thursday, February 1 @ 3:40 PM in the Parent Center, Room 3-101.

School Site Council (SSC) will be having their February Meeting on Thursday, February 15 at 3:40PM in the Parent Center, Room 3-101. Contact Ms. Pena at: claudia.penaclemente@lausd.net o r Mr. Torres at: juan.c.torres@lausd.net for more information.

Hello DMHS parents. DMHS offers tutoring after school. The schedule is right below.

In addition LAUSD also offer Tutor on Demand at: tutor.com. Here is a tutorial to see how Tutor.com works.

https://www.lausd.org/Page/18687

Hello senior parents and families! Now that your student has completed the college application prccess it is time to Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). We will be having FAFSA workshops after school. See attached flyer.

Understanding Financial Aid Parent Workshop on Thursday February 8th at 9:00 AM in the Library. This workshop is for families of all grade levels.

Please follow our Instagram for information on college visits and college opportunities @dmhscollegecenter

Visit our website: DMHS College Center: https://dmhscollegecenter.weebly.com/

Dear DMHS Parents,

Do you need help navigating your student's schoology? Contact Ms. Pena at Google Voice number (323) 332-9611 to schedule an appointment so she can help you navigate schoology. My office hours are Monday-Friday 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM.

Does your student need a chrome book or hotspot? Visit at: https://device.lausd.net/ You will use the username and password you use to log in to the parent portal.

Having access to the Parent Portal has become easier. Now you can download the mobile app in the google play store or apple stores. Just look for LAUSD Mobile App 3.0 or scan the QR code below. Once you have downloaded the app just log in with your username (email) and the password and you are ready to access Schoology, Grades, assignments amount other features.

Parents if you still feel lost navigating LAUSD Mobile App or Parent Portal, please check out the video tutorials from the Office of Student, Family and Community Engagement at the following website:

https://www.lausd.org/Page/19142

• Food Bank:https://www.lafoodbank.org/

• El Centro del Pueblo located at 1157 Lemoyne Ave, Los Angeles, CA. 90026 in Echo Park has food distribution every Thursday from 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Make sure to bring your own bags; bags will not be provided.

• Central City Neighborhood Partners (CCNP) food distribution Thursday 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM at 501 S. Bixel St. Los Angeles, CA. 90017

• LA City Resources website: https://lacity.gov/myla311

• LA County Services website: https://211la.org/

• Free Groceries every other Thursday starting Thursday September28. Location KYCC Menlo Family Center

1230 Menlo Ave., Suite 100

Los Angeles, CA 90006