March 6, 2022
March 6, 2022
This information is important for the upcoming week.
This information is important for the upcoming week.
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Important Upcoming Dates:
Important Upcoming Dates:
March 7: Deadline to Pay for AP Exams
March 11: Student Holiday (This is a change)
March 15 - 16: Writing SOL for English 10 students
March 24: International Night at DSF!
March 26 (AM): Maverick Miles
March 26 (PM): 2022 Freeman High School Prom!
March 30: Faculty Meeting (Library)
April 1: Student Holiday (This is a change)
April 4 - 8: Spring Break
April 18: Student Holiday
April 19 - 20: Project Maverick Showcase
April 28 - May 1: Spring Musical! (Legally Blonde)
June 16: Graduation for the DSF Class of 2022 @ Siegel Center (3pm)
HCPS-School-Calendar-2021-22.pdf This Week at DSF
This Week at DSF
AP Exam Deadline
AP Exam Deadline
The deadline to pay any outstanding balance for AP Exams is 11:59 pm on Monday March 7, 2022. Students may continue to register for AP Exams with a $40 late fee through March 7, 2022. Exams not paid in full by March 7, 2022 will be canceled and exams will not be ordered. Detailed information and the AP Exam schedule can be found here.
Scholarship newsletter
Scholarship newsletter
#16 03.01.22 Scholarship Newsletter.pdfPTSA Meeting and Principal's Coffee
PTSA Meeting and Principal's Coffee
Our next PTSA meeting is Monday, March 7 at 5:30pm in the Freeman library. Everyone is welcome! You can attend in person or on Zoom. Come join us for updates from Mr. Marshall and School Counseling and to be part of the conversation about all things Mavericks. We cannot wait to see you there!
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89641720370?pwd=RE9seWMwVWZ6M250K1hQNWh6ei9xZz09
Meeting ID: 896 4172 0370
Passcode: 249516
Sign Up for the Maverick Miles!
Mav Miles.pdfEasy Attendance Reference Guide
EASY REFERENCE GUIDE TO ALL THINGS ATTENDANCE
DAILY ATTENDANCE
ABSENCES: CALL ATTENDANCE OFFICE (804) 673-3700 EXT. 1 TO REPORT STUDENT ABSENCES OR SEND A NOTE* WITH STUDENT UPON RETURN TO SCHOOL (TECH STUDENTS: CALL DSF AND TECH CENTERS FOR ABSENCES)
*NOTES FOR STUDENT ABSENCES: STUDENTS ARE ALLOWED 10 SICK DAYS PER YEAR (WITH A NOTE OR PARENT/GUARDIAN PHONE CALL); AFTER 10 SICK DAYS, A STUDENT MUST HAVE A DOCTOR’S NOTE FOR THE ABSENCE TO BE EXCUSED – IT IS HELPFUL TO BRING A DOCTOR’S NOTE AFTER A VISIT, SAVING PHONE CALLS AND PARENT/GUARDIAN NOTES FOR WHEN A STUDENT IS HOME SICK
LATE ARRIVALS: SEND STUDENT TO SCHOOL WITH NOTE (FROM DOCTOR [PREFERRED] OR PARENT/GUARDIAN) – LATE ARRIVALS ARE NOT ACCEPTED BY PHONE
EARLY DISMISSALS: IF A DISMISSAL IS KNOW IN ADVANCE, SEND NOTE TO SCHOOL WITH STUDENT (NOTE SHOULD HAVE STUDENT’S FULL NAME & GRADE, REASON FOR DISMISSAL, PARENT/GUARDIAN NAME AND PHONE NUMBER) – THIS WAY, STUDENTS CAN SIGN THEMSELVES OUT ON THE DISMISSAL LOG AND MEET THE PARENT/GUARDIAN IN THE PARKING LOT
IF THE STUDENT DOES NOT HAVE A NOTE FOR DISMISSAL, THE PARENT/GUARDIAN MUST COME INTO THE SCHOOL TO PICK UP THE STUDENT. THE PARENT/GUARDIAN MUST BRING A PHOTO I.D. TO THE ATTENDANCE OFFICE AND SIGN THE STUDENT OUT ON THE EARLY DISMISSAL LOG
NOTE THAT EARLY DISMISSALS ARE NOT ACCEPTED BY PHONE, FAX, EMAIL OR TEXT – IN ADDITION, WE WILL NOT CALL A STUDENT OUT OF CLASS AHEAD OF TIME – ONCE WE HAVE VERIFIED THAT THE PHOTO I.D. IS ON OUR AUTHORIZED PICK-UP LIST, WE WILL BE HAPPY TO RETRIEVE THE STUDENT FROM CLASS.
COLLEGE VISITS
COLLEGE VISIT PRIVILEGES ARE EXTENDED TO JUNIORS AND SENIORS, AND WITH PROPER DOCUMENTATION, WILL NOT COUNT TOWARD EXAM EXEMPTION
PROPER DOCUMENTATION:
1. LETTER/NOTE FROM THE COLLEGE PROVING THAT THE STUDENT ACTUALLY ATTENDED THE COLLEGE FOR A TOUR/VISIT [PREFERRED] - MOST COLLEGES HAVE THEIR OWN FORMS, AND ARE AVAILABLE THROUGH THE ADMISSIONS OFFICE
2. CONFIRMATION OF THE SCHEDULED VISIT
3. IF A TOUR/VISIT IS NOT POSSIBLE, A PICTURE OF THE STUDENT TAKEN IN FRONT OF THE COLLEGE SIGN WILL BE ACCEPTED
Chorus Boosters Fundraiser: Popcorn!
Chorus Boosters Fundraiser: Popcorn!
Please support our choral department by purchasing Double Good Popcorn! Our fundraiser begins at 9PM on Monday, March 7. We are raising money to purchase some equipment for the chorus room and would love your support! Please visit this link to participate. Thank you for supporting the Choral Department!
Calling for Soccer Ball Boy!
Calling for Soccer Ball Boy!
Ball Boy Flyer Color.pdfRead Across America Event - March 10
Read Across America Event - March 10
On March 10 from 6-7pm, the library will host its annual Read Across America celebration. Our elementary feeder schools will join us for games, art, and reading. Bring your younger children to join the fun.
The Literary Teen Advocates will be collecting new and gently used books for Fox Elementary School until March 10 in case you were unable to donate this past Saturday. Students may drop off books in the library, or people may bring the books to the Read Across America celebration.
Coming Soon to DSF
Coming Soon to DSF
Prom 2022
Prom 2022
Prom is coming! Please see this document of Frequently Asked Quetions compiled by Junior Class President Grayson Archibeque!
Prom 2022 Frequently Asked Questions_.docx.pdfCOVID-19 Testing For Spring Athletes
COVID-19 Testing For Spring Athletes
Has been suspended. At this time, there are no plans to regularly test Spring Sports athletes for COVID.
HCPS/VCU MERC student survey
Another student survey is on the horizon, this one from our partners at VCU's Metropolitan Educational Reserach Consortium. You can read about the survey in this official notification letter from HCPS.
The survey will be delivered to students during Freeman Focus, our school-wide study period.
As with previous surveys, please complete this very quick google form (below) to opt your child out prior to March 4th.
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School Counseling
School Counseling
Information from our School Counseling team, led by Janet Smith, DSF Director of School Counseling
Information from our School Counseling team, led by Janet Smith, DSF Director of School Counseling
Senior Mid-year Transcripts
Senior Mid-year Transcripts
Seniors who applied to 4 year colleges should begin requesting their midyear transcripts in Parchment. Seniors should reach out to their school counselor with questions. The directions below have been posted for seniors on Schoology:
Seniors,
If you applied to a 4-year college, your midyear transcripts need to be ordered in Parchment - no transcript will be sent unless you request it in Parchment.
1. Order a mid-year transcript (you can do this now!) in Parchment.
2. If you applied to the college through Common App, select "Common App first year applicant" as the destination in Parchment. If you applied using a school specific application, you should select the individual college as the destination in Parchment.
3. When ordering, you must choose HOLD FOR GRADES - this ensures we wait to send the semester transcript.
4. Mid-year transcripts will not be sent until mid-February after semester grades and final rank has been finalized.
5. All colleges know you are waiting on HCPS to finalize grades, do not worry about the deadline they email you about - as long as you order your transcript, it will be sent.
Econ and Personal Finance through Longwood University
Econ and Personal Finance through Longwood University
Longwood University will again offer online Economics and Personal Finance this summer. All high school students are eligible; however, rising freshmen and rising sophomores must have a 3.0 GPA. Additional information about the course, its cost, and enrollment requirements can be found on their new dual enrollment website http://www.longwood.edu/personalfinance/. The summer course will run June 27 – July 30, and registration for the course will open in the middle of April.
Application and Audition Courses for 2022-2023
Application and Audition Courses for 2022-2023
If your student is interested in taking a course during the 2022-2023 school that requires an application or an audition, please make sure your student has reviewed and submitted their application by the posted deadline. All applications and information may be accessed here. Students interested in auditioning for band ensembles should contact Mr. Blankenship at rpblankenship@henrico.k12.va.us. Students interested in auditioning for chorus ensembles should contact Mrs. Tuck at mltuck@henrico.k12.va.us.
Financial Aid Advisor - GRASP
Financial Aid Advisor - GRASP
Mrs. Metcalf, GRASP Advisor, is available to meet with students and families regarding financial aid for college and the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). To schedule an appointment with, please email her at freeman@grasp4va.org or call her at (804) 223-0854.
Contact Information For School Counseling
Contact Information For School Counseling
Phone: 804-673-3709
Website: tinyurl.com/dsfcounseling
Liz Puckett, School Counselor, Last Names: A-Cr
ebpuckett@henrico.k12.va.us
Morgan Meadowes, School Counselor, Last Names: Cu-Hen
memeadowes@henrico.k12.va.us
Janet Smith, Director of School Counseling, Last Names: Her-K
jksmith@henrico.k12.va.us
Susie Good, School Counselor, Last Names: L-Ph
slgood@henrico.k12.va.us
Corey Hancock, School Counselor, Last Names: Pi-Sa
clhancock1@henrico.k12.va.us
Charlie Williams, School Counselor, Last Names: Sc-Z
cewilliams@henrico.k12.va.us
Graeme Byrne, Administrative Assistant
gjbyrne@henrico.k12.va.us
Sarah Terry, Registrar
sdterry@henrico.k12.va.us
Student Support and Wellness Resources
Student Support and Wellness Resources
A new feature: a weekly resource from DSF school Psychologist, Emily Zalewski. This will be a place for optional resources for families looking to learn more about mental and emotional health.
A new feature: a weekly resource from DSF school Psychologist, Emily Zalewski. This will be a place for optional resources for families looking to learn more about mental and emotional health.
Class of 2022
Class of 2022
Information for our Seniors and their families
Information for our Seniors and their families
Ordering Information for Senior Year Items from our partners at Jostens
Ordering Information for Senior Year Items from our partners at Jostens
Senior Family Information Night Presentation:
Senior Family Information Night Presentation:
Class of 2022 All Night Graduation Party!!
Graduation 2022 is on the horizon and planning for the All-Night Graduation Party (ANGP) is well underway!
This year’s ANGP will be held on June 16, 2022 at the Weinstein JCC. The party starts at 10pm and ends around 3:30am.
The Freeman high school ANGP is a tradition for the senior class. For over 30 years, parents, the Freeman PTSA, and the entire Freeman Community have been sponsoring this party, which takes place on graduation night in an alcohol and drug free environment. This long-standing tradition is something our graduates look forward to, and is the only party of its kind in Henrico County. This event provides the graduates with a fun opportunity to celebrate with their classmates and friends.
For those of you who are not familiar with ANGP, it is the 30+ year Freeman tradition on graduation night that provides a safe environment for the recent grads to celebrate together and enjoy one last event as the Class of 2022! ANGP is usually hosted at the Tuckahoe Y, but due to renovations this year, they cannot accommodate us. We are thrilled to announce that ANGP 2022 will be held at the Carole and Marcus Weinstein Jewish Community Center. We are so very thankful for this partnership!
This event is fully funded by donations from Freeman Families and corporate and community sponsors! There has not been a "true" ANGP since 2019 because of COVID and we are excited to bring the tradition back with gusto!!
We need YOU to make this happen for the Class of 2022! How can you be a part of this awesome tradition?
Donate to ANGP on the PTSA website - https://freemanptsa.myhalix.io/pages/getinvolved.donatetoangp
Join us at Hardywood (Ownby Lane location) on 2/18/2022 for Bands-n-Brews. All ticket proceeds got to ANGP - https://www.eventbrite.com/organizations/events
Support as a corporate sponsor with a monetary or prize donation (see attached form).
Participate in the Class Challenge! Classes of 23, 24, & 25 - Bring it on! The Challenge is for underclass families to donate at least $22 to ANGP. The Class that donates the most to this year's ANGP will get 10% of underclass donations deposited into their ANGP fund!
VOLUNTEER - We need underclass parents to shadow the chairs for this year in order to be prepared for next year. We also need volunteers to set up ANGP while senior families enjoy graduation. Being a part of ANGP is a great way to meet people and have fun. Reach out to dsfangp2022@gmail.com to learn more!
Thank you to the following families for donating to ANGP
Cavallo, Coriaty, Davis, Gabriela Georgiadis, Hagan, O’Neil, Hendricks, Holland, Jones, Keller, Kay Larkin, McBride, Melissa McPherson, Miller, Monette, Murphy, Sangiray, Sanne, Savoca, St. John, Thompson, Van Lenten, Winn, and Shaia!
Thank you to the following Community Partners, Corporate Sponsors & Donors
Weinstein JCC, Lewis Cattle Company, RAINRAPS, Bistro804, K2 Awards & Apparel, The Steele Group Realty, Virginia Green, & RVA Pediatrics
With gratitude, The Class of 2022 ANGP Committee
Previously Posted (but still important)
Previously Posted (but still important)
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The Freeman Virtual Welcome Center for International Families and Students
The Freeman Virtual Welcome Center for International Families and Students
Navigating High School can be challenging for any student and family, and that challenge is made more difficult when there is a language barrier. Please see the website below, developed through a collaboration between multi-lingual Freeman students and staff members. It is available through the All Things DSF to our students and community.
https://sites.google.com/henrico.k12.va.us/understandingdsf-welcometofree/home
2021-22 Bell Schedule:
2021-22 Bell Schedule:
With Expanded Freeman Focus
With Expanded Freeman Focus
Student Dress Code
Student Dress Code
The Henrico County Code of Conduct mandates a dress code to ensure a proper learning environment. Students are expected to review that policy prior to choosing clothing and those not adhering to dress-code will be asked to change. Those who repeatedly violate this Code of Conduct policy will be subject to disciplinary action. Please help us avoid that situation by speaking with your student about the dress code.
Cell Phones in Class
Cell Phones in Class
The HCPS Code of Conduct stipulates that student cell phones must be off and away during instructional time. This year at DSF, students may be asked to place their phone in a designated location in most classes during class time. Students who do not and whose phone is out without permission during class time will have that device confiscated and turned into the main office. Phones will be retuned to parents and guardians. Students may use the main office landline to inform parents that their phone was confiscated.
Sign Up for Parent Accounts
Sign Up for Parent Accounts
Now more than ever, staying connected with the school and your child’s teachers is important to your child’s success in school. Henrico parents can create accounts to view grades and attendance information through PowerSchool, access assignment information through Schoology, and receive communications through the SchoolMessenger App. If you haven’t already, please take a moment to set up your access to these tools. If you need assistance, please reach out to our Innovative Learning Coach, Jessica Ciokan (jkciokan@henrico.k12.va.us).
PowerSchool Parent Portal - click here then choose “Create Account” tab
Schoology - click here for directions
SchoolMessenger App - click here to sign up to receive school and teacher communications in one place. (click here to learn more)
Athletics Boosters Membership Information
Athletics Boosters Membership Information
Each year, nearly 800 students at Douglas Freeman compete on multiple athletic teams. With your membership in the Booster Club, you support our programs and you save money on admission to home sporting events. See our website (www.dsfathleticboosters.org) for details about benefits associated with each membership level. Athletic passes and tickets may be used for all home Varsity and JV athletic events, excluding tournaments and Invitationals. Without a Booster Pass, costs per sporting event are $8 for football and $6 for all other sports. Preferred parking applies to all home football games except Homecoming. Tickets and passes from prior seasons are no longer valid.
DSF COVID SAFETY
DSF COVID SAFETY
Reporting Positive Cases at school
Reporting Positive Cases at school
We use this space to report out the number of reported COVID-19 cases associated with our school community and school campus.
This week (2/21-2/27) our shool recorded 2 positive COVID cases.
PTSA
PTSA
News from our Parent Teacher Student Associationon
News from our Parent Teacher Student Associationon
Link your Kroger and Publix accounts to the DSF PTSA
Link your Kroger and Publix accounts to the DSF PTSA
Douglas Freeman PTSA is now a community rewards partner at both Kroger and Publix. Be sure to link your accounts to our PTSA and both stores will donate money based on grocery purchases.
All Night Graduation Party
All Night Graduation Party
Graduation 2022 may be months away, but planning for the All Night Graduation Party (ANGP) is well underway! Not sure what the All Night Graduation Party is? The Freeman high school ANGP is a tradition for the senior class. For over 30 years, parents, the Freeman PTSA, and the entire Freeman Community have been sponsoring this party, which takes place on graduation night in an alcohol and drug free environment. This long-standing tradition is something our graduates look forward to, and is the only party of its kind in Henrico County. This event provides the graduates with a fun opportunity to celebrate with their classmates and friends.
We don’t have a date yet, but will know when the graduation date is announced. We won’t know for sure the format of the party until closer to the date. We are definitely hoping for the best and that it will be held indoors as it was before Covid. No matter what, we will have some sort of celebration, we will adapt as we have to like the class of 2021 did and with a fabulous celebration at Deep Run this past summer.
There will be senior tabs and links on the PTSA website that you should keep an eye on to keep up with all the details and information regarding the party and fundraising for it. Remember, the ANGP is 100% planned and financially supported by senior parents and community donations. You can donate now on the PTSA website.
If you would like to volunteer to help with planning or the night of the party, please email Valerie Hendricks at DSFANGP2022@gmail.com.
Key Resources for 2021-22
Key Resources for 2021-22
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Please bookmark www.atdsf.com. This is a one-stop resource for all the links, refences, sign up forms and information you might need. We are constantly updating it and use it to house important school-wide virtual events as well.
Athletics/Activities
Athletics/Activities
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Softball Team Fundraisers and Opportunity:
Softball Team Fundraisers and Opportunity:
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