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COFFEE WITH THE PRINCIPAL

April 12, 2024

PREPARING ALL STUDENTS FOR HIGH SCHOOL AND BEYOND!

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After School Programs:

ABC EXCELS

&

Project Optimism Presentations

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ABC EXCELS

Registration for next year will open:

Early May

Registration will be completed via a Google Form

Program is free for all unduplicated pupils:

  • English Learners
  • Foster Youth
  • Low-income Students

Students who do not qualify as free are able to participate for a fee.

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ABC EXCELS

JOIN ABC EXCELS!

  • Nutritious Snack (provided by ABC Nutrition Services)
  • Academic Homework Support
  • Educational Enrichment (CLUBS)
  • Sports & Recreation

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Project Optimism

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Project Optimism

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ACADEMICS

4th Quarter progress reports: April 26

State Testing

CAST science - the week of April 22

CAASPP ELA - the week of April 22 & the April 29

CAASPP Math - the week of April 29 & the week of May 6

**we will be on regular bell schedule Mon - Thu. Fridays: Minimum Day Schedule (release @ 1:18 pm)

***NOTE: some students may take 2 state tests in a single school day***

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State Testing - Helpful Tips

State Testing - Helpful Tips

  • Go to bed early
  • Plan your clothes for the morning and wear comfortable clothing
  • Eat a nutritious breakfast
  • Positive affirmations to reinforce their good habits daily !
  • Bring your school issued chromebook, fully charged daily (bring charger in the event the battery runs down during the day)

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FACILITIES

Chromebook storage reminder

  • Beginning Monday, April 15
    • Appropriate chromebook case must be used to transport between classes
      • Samples 14 inch sized case

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      • Grocery bag design and backpack will not be permitted to classrooms

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Letter sent March 27 via Parent Square provides samples (Amazon)

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STUDENT SERVICES

Non Activity List in effect **update - FREE**!!!!

School Musical: May 2- 4

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STUDENT SERVICES

WHEN: Friday, April 19 @ 6pm

WHERE: ABC USD District Office

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WHO: Dr. Justin Patchin, Cyberbullying Research Center

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Trojans for the Win!

Early College Program at Artesia High School: 2 students

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ABC Film Festival: 3 Category winners - Public Service Announcement, Short Film and Experimental Film

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ABC STEM Olympics: 15 medals

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CA Healthy Parent Survey: 209 responses!