Principal's Newsletter - March 26, 2021

February 19, 2021

A Message From Principal Bagdasarian

Dr. Shahe Bagdasarian

There is energy in the air as we head into spring break and prepare for our students to return to full-time in-person learning on April 12. It has been refreshing to see more students back in the building and involved with extracurriculars.

We are committed to bringing our students back to full-time learning in a safe manner on April 12. I will be sharing details regarding our return to full-day learning on April 6. The York administration is finalizing plans for a safe return and closing in on logistical plans for students during lunch periods.

Here are a few reminders as our students prepare for learning after spring break.

Students should be logged into Zoom or be physically present in class by 7:40AM when attending class at the beginning of the day.
Student movement in the hallways should remain fluid. We ask that students move from class to class between periods and not congregate in the hallways.
This is a crucial time for our students to stay focused, and persist with their studies. If academic or social emotional support is needed, I ask that students reach out to their counselor, teachers and/or take advantage of our academic supports (math lab, York Saturday Success Academy, Learning Commons.) Click HERE for a list of our academic supports available to our students.
Students who drive to school must have their parking tags displayed when parking on campus during the school day.

As always, thank you for helping to create a school community that supports all of our students. By working together, we can ensure that our students will continue to reach new heights in their education.

Stay safe and have a wonderful spring break!

Go Dukes!

Dr. Shahe Bagdasarian

York High School Schedule April 2021

In an effort to preserve instructional time and provide consistency for students and families, York High School will NOT implement late start on Wednesdays when students return to full in-person learning on April 12, 2021.

Important Dates

April 13: SAT Testing

April 15: College Athletic Recognition

April 27: Scholarship Night

April 29: Senior Academic Awards

May 3-17: Advanced Placement Testing

May 14: Last day for seniors

May 15: Prom event for Seniors

May 23: Graduation

Recognition ceremonies will take place in-person while following CDC and IDPH guidelines.

Specifics regarding Graduation logistics will be shared with families of seniors after spring break.

Off Campus Lunch for Seniors Starting April 12

All seniors are eligible to receive off campus lunch beginning on April 12. Parents must complete the permission form found by clicking HERE. Please complete this form by Friday, April 9, 2021 if you grant permission for your student to leave campus for lunch when we return to full-day in-person learning.

5Essentials Parent Survey- Last Call!

The statewide Illinois 5Essentials Survey has been open for parents to share thoughts about your experiences with our school. The survey portal will be available until April 2nd. This survey provides critical input to help develop school improvement plans. The survey takes about 10 minutes. Your identity and survey responses will be kept completely confidential and will never be connected to you or your child.

To take the parent survey please click HERE and select the parent survey link. You will need to enter the county (DuPage) and school name. Our current response rate is 14% and we need it to be at least 20 percent to receive a report.

The feedback will help us continue to improve our school. Thank you for your cooperation and support!

Spring Break Travel Recommendations

In regards to a possible quarantine, once you return from your travel, the IDPH has only set guidelines/recommendations for this. The IDPH does recommend that you quarantine after you return home if during your travel you are participating in any "high-risk activities" such as gathering with more than 10 people not in your immediate family, not wearing masks when out and about, and not able to maintain social distancing guidelines. The recommended quarantine time period is 7-10 days. Example: If Cassidy engages in high-risk activities during travel she has two options:

Get tested 3-5 days after travel AND stay home for 7 days after travel

Stay home for 10 days after travel

Again, all of these are guidelines and recommendations, not requirements.

In-Person/Remote Learning Requests

In-Person Selection & COVID-19 Screening Consent Form

At its March 16th meeting, the Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205 Board of Education approved a motion to return to five full days of in-person learning per week at all grade levels beginning Monday, April 12, 2021.

Families of students in Grades 6-12 who are currently enrolled in remote learning may change their selection to in-person for the rest of the school year by filling out the form located in PowerSchool. Form completion is due at 5 pm on Wednesday, April 7, 2021.

If you do not wish to change your child's learning group, you DO NOT NEED TO FILL OUT THIS FORM IN POWER SCHOOL.

Remote Learning Requests

York families that would like to change their child's scheduling option to remote learning for the remainder of the school year must make their requests through the completion of this Google Form.

Congratulations to our March Student of the Month Recipients

York Activities............................Salma Brobbey

York Activities............................James Golen

York Athletics............................Jermyah Bolden

Business & Technology................Carolina Swiatek

English......................................Rianna Roberts

English Learners.........................Katerine Laynes Zacarias

Family and Consumer Science......McKenzie Morris

Industrial Technology..................Jack Rosen

Mathematics..............................Diego Martinez

Performing Arts..........................David Izzo

Physical Education......................Antonio Morales

Science.....................................Daniela Oliveros Maya

Social Studies............................James Poulson

York Student Services.................Zaid Abusaid

Visual Arts.................................Caroline Dorion

World Languages........................Panos Soupos

Congratulation York Math Team

Congratulations York Math Team!

The results of the regional/state meet came in this week. York took first place at regionals. We took 14th place in the state and the calculator team finished 6th in state.

Congratulations to the following team members: Jericho Calago, Andrew Brooks, Aaron Taub, Aidan Hall, and Aiden Reedy.

York Saturday Success Academy (YSSA)

York Saturday Success Academy (YSSA) sessions are offered on from 9 a.m. until noon in the York High School Learning Commons. Students who need extra academic support will receive assistance from YHS teachers during these sessions. It is also a great time to work on group projects or have room to spread out and study. All YHS students are welcome to attend. The program is designed to help students from falling behind while providing support in their academic classes. Seniors at risk of not graduating are strongly encouraged to attend.

Cannot make it this Saturday? Why not take advantage of student check-in times that are offered on block schedule days from 1:50-3:06PM. Please contact individual teachers to set up an appointment.

Who can attend? The YSSA is open to all students who need additional academic support. Students who have a D and/or F in any class are highly encouraged to attend on Saturday until their grade improves.

Will there be food? No eating will be allowed in school. Students are encouraged to eat breakfast before attending YSSA.

Who will work with the students during YSSA? The YSSA will be staffed with York teachers from various academic departments. We will also have peer tutors available to work with students.

Is pre-registration required? Yes. Due to social distancing capacity may be limited each week. Pre-registration form HERE. The registration form will be shared with parents, students and staff in addition to being posted on our website. Students and parents will be responsible for signing up for this academy. Teachers are always welcome to share the link with families.

York Athletics Spectator Policy

The York Athletic Department has revised our spectator guidelines for the remainder of the school year. With the recent changes in guidance from the IDPH, York will allow spectators at all levels of athletics.

The information below details our spectator plan:

Athletes will be allowed two guest passes for indoor sports and four passes for outdoor sports. Some outdoor events may allow more depending on the seating capacity. These situations will be communicated by sport. Indoor capacity is 50 spectators per space.
There will be a check in area at each event for spectators. A sign in sheet or roster to verify attendance.
Spectators must follow all IDPH and IHSA Health and Safety Guidance by wearing a mask (indoor and outdoor events).
All spectators must social distance at least 6 feet.
Spectators of lower level contests will have to clear the facility prior to the varsity event to let in new spectators.
Spots will be marked, when there are bleachers or a seating area. Off campus sites may not have seating and spectator's can bring their own chairs or stand in a designated area (example: Berens or Eldridge Park).
Spectators must maintain 30 feet from both teams and the competition area.
West Suburban Conference is allowing HOME SPECTATORS ONLY! York fans will not be granted entry to away conference contests!
The York Athletic Department will stream all home competitions at the York Stadium.
To stream York games, you can create an account with NFHS for free by going to www.nfhsnetwork.com/users/sign_up.
After creating an account go to NFHSnetwork.com. Search for York High School
All spectators must demonstrate positive sportsmanship.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation.

Please contact the York Athletic Office with any questions at 630-617-2403