WELCOME TO THE WEEKLY WRAP |
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Hello new and returning CSArts-SGV students, parents, faculty, and staff, and welcome to the Weekly Wrap! This weekly email newsletter delivers the latest schoolwide news, announcements, and event updates right to your inbox every Friday. Be sure to keep an eye out for the latest from CSArts-SGV! |
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We hope that all high school families are excited for the first day of academic classes this coming Monday, August 15! Please be aware that there are no conservatory classes during the first week of school. Conservatory instruction begins for all grade levels on Monday, August 22. For information on dismissal times for the first week, please see the Welcome Week message below.
Middle school families: As a reminder, middle school students will continue to be dismissed according to the no conservatory day schedule until conservatory instruction begins on Monday, August 22. This excludes Thursday, August 18 when middle school students are invited to participate in CSArts-SGV’s Welcome Week activities (see below).
We can’t wait to see you all back in the classroom. High school families should stay tuned for an email on Sunday evening with final reminders for the first day of school!
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As a reminder, the academic day for high school students begins at 8:30 a.m. The first day of school on Monday, August 15 is a Blue Day, which means students will attend Blocks 1, 2, and 3. Campus will be open for drop-off starting at 7:30 a.m. each day.
Please refer to the 2022-2023 bell schedules below:
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STUDENTSQUARE CURRENTLY DOWN |
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Attention all high school students: Please note that StudentSquare is currently down due to technical difficulties. High school students received information at On-Campus Registration about this new communication platform and app, which will replace the communication portion of Schoology. Students will be able to use their CSArts-SGV account information to access StudentSquare once these technical issues are resolved. We will let students know when they can access this new communication tool! |
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High school students who were unable to attend On-Campus Registration this week should plan to come early on the first day of school, Monday, August 15, beginning at 7:30 a.m. and report to the Cafeteria in order to complete all aspects of the registration process and pick up needed materials.
Middle school students who were unable to attend On-Campus Registration this week can pick up any needed materials during the first week of conservatory classes, starting on Monday, August 22.
Additionally, make-up school pictures will be taken on Wednesday, September 7 and Thursday, September 8.
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We are excited to announce our Welcome Week activities, which will take place during the first week of school, starting Monday, August 15 through Friday, August 19. We can’t wait for our students and their families to join us for this fun, multi-day kick-off event!
Please click here to view the schedule of events for high school students, and click here to view the schedule of events for middle school students. Make certain to note the dismissal times each day, as they differ based on the student’s grade level.
Parent Meet & Greet Breakfast
Parents/guardians: You’re invited to mix and mingle with school administration at the Encore-sponsored Parent Meet & Greet Breakfast on Friday, August 19 from 8:30-9:30 a.m. Please click here to RSVP by this coming Tuesday, August 16. We hope to see you there!
Class Colors
Did you miss your opportunity to purchase class color t-shirts, designed by student Darius Chen (VA, ‘23), at On-Campus Registration? It’s not too late! Shirts are available for purchase on Friday, August 19 at the Parent Meet & Greet Breakfast and at Lunch! Be sure to bring $15 cash to purchase.
Please note: In the Welcome Week invitation email sent out earlier this week, the class colors were incorrectly listed. Class colors for the 2022-2023 school year are as follows:
- Middle School – Orange
- Freshmen – Yellow
- Sophomores – Red
- Juniors – Blue
- Seniors – Magenta
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PARKING AND TRAFFIC UPDATES |
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As we shared in yesterday's communication, the 210 freeway will be closed from 10 p.m. on Wednesday, August 17 to 5 a.m. on Tuesday, August 23. Please plan to buffer in additional time when arriving at and departing from the CSArts-SGV campus on the affected dates.
In addition, please be reminded of the following transportation policy changes that will be permanently implemented, effective immediately.
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CSArts-SGV morning drop-off is no longer permitted to take place at the front of the school along Central Avenue. Please click here to view our Campus Map, which now includes updated drop-off and pick-up routes.
- All parking spots in the Highland Avenue Parking Lot and all numbered parking spots in the Central Avenue Parking Lot require a school-issued permit. Visitor spots are available in the Central Avenue Parking lot for use by parents/guardians and visitors.
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Parents/guardians: Be sure to keep an eye out for an email and text message from GotPhoto regarding your student’s school photos that were taken at On-Campus Registration. You will receive a link from GotPhoto in order to choose your student's Yearbook/ID photo. A 10% discount will be applied to all orders purchased by 11:59 p.m. on Monday, August 15. Purchase early to take advantage of this special pricing!
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CSArts-SGV is excited to continue its partnership with LA Metro this year! As part of the Fareless K-12 program, TAP cards were distributed during On-Campus Registration to interested riders; however, due to overwhelming interest, we ran out of TAP cards. New cards and access codes will be available in the Cafeteria on the morning of Monday, August 15 and at the front desk throughout the rest of the first week. Once students register their cards, they will have free public transportation throughout the Los Angeles region for the entire year.
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Below are the digital links to the Technology Packets that were handed out at On-Campus Registration this week. These packets are great to bookmark and have at the ready!
High school parents/guardians: If you have not yet accepted your Aeries Communications/ParentSquare invitation, please do! ParentSquare is our new school communication tool, replacing Schoology. To find out more, please utilize these helpful resources:
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Duarte Unified School District (DUSD), which graciously helps feed our students, has posted their breakfast and lunch menus for the 2022-2023 school year. Please click here to view.
All students will be provided with one meal for breakfast and one meal for lunch each day, regardless of financial status. Parents/guardians who wish to add funds to their accounts for additional or enhanced purchases can do so at www.schoolcafe.com. There will be a cost for a second meal at breakfast or lunch if any student wishes to have a second full helping. Additionally, snacks will be available for purchase to students in grades 7-12 during Nutrition, at Lunch, and just before conservatory classes.
Parents are encouraged to fill out a Free and Reduced Lunch Program (FRLP) application, if applicable, as this helps the school compile and report data that opens up additional funding streams. More information regarding FRLP can be found here.
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Auditions are quickly approaching for FUSION, Gala, and the All-School Musical! Please refer back to the previous communication for more details and see below for a quick summary of audition dates and appropriate forms.
FUSION Prescreening
Prescreen Submission Deadline
Sunday, August 14 | 11:59 p.m.
All-School Musical: Of Thee I Sing Auditions
Dance Call
Saturday, August 20 | 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Studio B
Vocal Call
Sunday, August 21 | 12:30-6 p.m.
Music Center Black Box (301)
Note: You must first participate in the Dance Call in order to participate in the Vocal Call.
Gala Auditions
Thursday, September 1
5:30-8:30 p.m. | Studio H
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CAASPP & CAST TEST RESULTS |
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Please be aware that 2021-2022 test results are available on Aeries for the California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) for English Language Arts (ELA) and Math and the California Science Test (CAST).
To access, please go to the “Test Scores” tab in Aeries. Select “State Test Scores Reports” from the dropdown menu, and then select the language you would like to use to review your results. As a reminder, in the 2021-2022 school year, juniors and sophomores both took the CAST and only juniors took the CAASPP.
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Are you a CSArts-SGV FAN? Family Action Network (FAN) provides an opportunity for parents and family members to stay connected to what's happening at CSArts-SGV, while maximizing the school experience for all CSArts-SGV students. The mission of FAN is to provide meaningful volunteer opportunities; support the school in enhancing students' academic, artistic, physical, and emotional growth; and help CSArts-SGV parents and family members to stay involved through an inclusive, diverse, and collaborative community.
Click here to see what’s coming up for FAN and to join today!
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We are so excited to be hosting our inaugural Fall Festival! Please join us in the CSArts-SGV Central Quad on Saturday, September 17 from 5-7 p.m. for an exciting celebration to kick off the 2022-2023 season! This free event will feature carnival-style games, food trucks, crafts, and more! Food and beverages will be available for purchase. We hope to see you there!
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LAST CHANCE TO ORDER CSARTS-SGV APPAREL |
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Time is running out! Be sure to place your order through the Back-to-School Apparel Sale by this coming Tuesday, August 16 at 11:59 p.m. Don’t miss out on our current offerings, including a brand-new t-shirt specially designed by Abigail Huang (VA, ‘25)! Visit sgv.csarts.net/Apparel to browse and shop now. Your order will be shipped directly to you in early September.
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PERFORMANCE PROGRAM ADVERTISING |
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If you plan to sell or purchase advertising space in our programs, please remember that the due date for ad forms, artwork, and payment is Wednesday, August 31. An ad in CSArts-SGV’s performance program is a great opportunity to give a shout out to your graduating senior, current student, or conservatory! Detailed information can be found on our website at www.sgv.csarts.net/Advertising. If you have questions, please contact Family Liaison & Development Associate Hayley Vasquez at 657.321.4000 ext. 60023 or hayley.vasquez@sgv.csarts.net.
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SUPERVISION ASSISTANTS NEEDED |
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We are now hiring part-time Student Supervision Assistants to help us in providing meaningful perimeter, lunch area, and campus activity supervision. If you (or someone you know) would be a good fit for this position, please review the job description and email the requested materials to abbe.levine@sgv.csarts.net.
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HEALTH & SAFETY REMINDERS |
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Please take the time to review our recently updated COVID-19 Dashboard for the most current COVID-19 policies and procedures. On this page, you can also access the COVID-19 Reporting Form in order to report a positive test, symptoms, or exposure.
Mask wearing continues to be strongly recommended, but not required, on campus. We also still recommend that students and staff complete a self-health screening (see below) and refrain from coming to campus if they feel ill.
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CSArts-SGV Academic Instruction Begins: Monday, August 15
Welcome Week: Monday, August 15 – Friday, August 19
Conservatory Instruction Begins: Monday, August 22
Academic Back-to-School Night: Thursday, September 1
Labor Day (Schools Closed): Monday, September 5
Picture Make-Up Days: Wednesday, September 7 – Thursday, September 8
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*Please note that some dates in our 2022-2023 Important Dates to Remember have changed. Click the button above to view the updated list. |
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