January 20, 2023

FALL SEMESTER GRADES

Fall semester grades are now available in the Aeries student/parent portal under the “Grades” tab. Please note that OCSA does not mail home report cards, so it is important that both students and parents review the student’s achievements in Aeries and print a copy for their personal records. 


Any questions regarding grades should be directed to the specific teacher. For any technical difficulties with your Aeries account, please email OCSA Tech Support at techsupport@csarts.net.

SPIRIT WEEK

Are you excited for next week’s Spirit Week? We hope to see you in your best spirit wear on 10th Street for games and photo ops – participation earns you an automatic ticket for the gift card raffle! Check out each day’s theme below.


Monday, January 23: Bikers vs. Surfers Day

Come on down for photo ops and beach-themed games.


Tuesday, January 24: Zoom Fit Day

Chill out on 10th Street in your pajamas and play some games.


Wednesday, January 25: Way Back Wednesday

Wear your best vintage pieces.


Thursday, January 26: Extr-Adam-ganza Day

Adam Sandler Day part two! Get out your best Adam Sandler fit.


Friday, January 27: Class Colors Day

Celebrate your class pride by wearing your class color. As a reminder, grade 7 is yellow, grade 8 is orange, grade 9 is red, grade 10 is purple, grade 11 is green, and grade 12 is blue.

MIDDLE SCHOOL ICE CREAM SOCIAL

Middle school families: As you may be aware, the trip to Boomers has unfortunately been canceled. Anyone who already purchased a ticket will receive a refund from MySchoolBucks.


The OCSA Leadership class will instead be holding a free Ice Cream Social for all middle school students! Join us next Friday, January 27 from 2:30-4:30 p.m. for ice cream treats, a live band, and games in The Callero Family Foundation Plaza (DMS Quad). We hope to see you there!

GET YOUR WINTER FORMAL TICKETS

Hey high school students! Don’t forget to purchase your Winter Formal tickets by this coming Monday, January 23 on MySchoolBucks! As a reminder, this step back in time to the Golden Age of Hollywood will be held on Saturday, January 28 from 7-11 p.m. at the Bowers Museum (2002 N. Main Street, Santa Ana). There will be food, games, dancing, and more. We hope to see you there!


As part of Winter Formal, the National Art Honor Society and Leadership class are calling for high school students from all conservatories to participate in the Winter Formal Recycled Art Exhibit. If you are interested, please review the guidelines here. Be sure to submit your artwork for consideration using this form by 11:59 p.m. TODAY, Friday, January 20. Accepted artwork will be displayed in a small art exhibit at Winter Formal 2023.


Please note that the DJ will not be taking song requests at the dance. If you would like to request a song, please fill out this form by tomorrow, Saturday, January 21!

SPRING SEMESTER CLUB APPLICATIONS

Club times are fun times! It's that time of year again; please remind your student that the application to create a club (or renew an old club) is now open for the spring semester. Students can join the Google Classroom with code vbxmj6l for more information and to access the application link. The application deadline is next Friday, January 27. Please note that all existing clubs must reapply!


Mark your calendars for Club Rush, an exciting biannual event where club leaders showcase their clubs and attract interested students to join! Spring Club Rush will occur during Office Hours and Lunch on Friday, February 3. Hope to see you there!

DEADLINE EXTENDED: GALA PROGRAM ADS

Each year, OCSA families have the opportunity to sell or purchase advertising space in the program for Gala, the school’s largest fundraising event of the year. The deadline to submit ad forms, artwork, and payment for OCSA’s Gala 2023 program has been extended to Friday, February 24. Full-page color ads are still available, as well as quarter-page, half-page, and full-page black and white ads. All funds raised through program advertising will directly benefit the arts conservatories.


Please refer to the ad form for detailed requirements or visit www.ocsarts.net/Advertising for more information. If you have questions, please contact Becky Parsons, Family Liaison, at becky.parsons@ocsarts.net or 714.560.0900 ext. 5535.

SIGN UP FOR OC RYSE

Calling high school student poets from all conservatories! Are you interested in participating in OC RYSE, the largest youth poetry slam in the county? Then be sure to register for the opportunity to compete against teams from other area high schools and be judged by local performers and writers. The deadline to register for OC RYSE is Wednesday, February 1. The competition will take place on Saturday, March 18.


Know someone outside of OCSA who might want to participate as well? Share this link with them!

REGISTER FOR FUN SPRING CLASSES

Calling all aspiring artists! Now is the time to register for CSArts Academy’s Spring 2023 session. This spring, CSArts Academy invites students ages 8-15 from throughout the community to experience a variety of arts disciplines through unique classes, offered on Saturdays right here on the OCSA campus. Don't forget to register before special early bird pricing ends on Monday, February 13.


Click here to browse the impressive offering of courses, and please spread the word to family and friends who may be interested in this educational arts experience!

HEALTH & SAFETY REMINDERS

The health and safety of our students, staff, and community remain at the forefront of our efforts. OCSA will continue to follow all guidance set by the California Department of Public Health. At this time, mask wearing on the OCSA campus is optional. Students who have tested positive for COVID-19 and/or are exhibiting symptoms should remain at home and fill out the COVID-19 Reporting Form. For more information on OCSA’s COVID-19 policies and procedures, please click here.

IMPORTANT UPCOMING DATES

Winter Formal, Grades 9-12: Saturday, January 28


Conservatory Professional Development (No Conservatory): Thursday, February 16


Presidents Day (School Closed): Friday, February 17 – Monday, February 20


Spring Break (School Closed): Monday, April 3 – Friday, April 7


CAASPP Testing: Monday, April 17 – Friday, April 28

View Complete List of 2022-2023 Important Dates

UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS

For more information, please visit www.ocsarts.net/BoxOffice.

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