May 14, 2023
May 14, 2023
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:
May 16 - Spring Chorus Concert
May 22 - PTSA Board Meeting - 5pm (all are welcome)
May 22-23 - Laptop Collection (12th grade)
May 24 - Senior Awards Ceremony
May 26-29 - Memorial Day Weekend
May 30- Senior Exams begin
June 1 - Underclass Awards Ceremony
June 1- 5 - Laptop Collection (grades 9-11)
June 2 - Graduation Practice
June 2 - Class of 2023 Baccalaureate (6:30pm)
June 5 - Graduation Practice
June 6 - DSF Class of 2023 Graduation (7pm)
June 6 - 9 - Final Exams
June 9th - Last day for clinic medicine pickup (by 9 am)
HCPSSchoolCalendar2022-23.pdf
New Information
New Information
Spring Chorus Concert
Spring Chorus Concert
Spring Chorus concert will be Tues, May 16 at 6:30, recognizing our 22 Seniors with Senior Showcase, along with year-end performances from all of our DSF Choirs!
School Clinic Medicine Pick Up
School Clinic Medicine Pick Up
Dear Parent/Guardian:
Please make arrangements to pick up your child’s medication from the clinic by June 07, 2023. Any medication left at school will be disposed of June 09, 2023 at 9 am. Henrico County Public School policy requires that medication not be sent home with your child.
You can access a new medication permission form for the upcoming school year. If your child will need medication, please take this form to your physician over the summer for completion and return it to me when school starts in September. Thank you.
Seniors - Final Transcripts
Seniors - Final Transcripts
All seniors who plan on continuing their education after high school must log in to their Parchment account and request their final transcript be sent directly to the college that they will be attending in the fall (not Common App). Students should select “HOLD FOR GRADES” when submitting this order. Final transcripts will not be processed until late June. No transcripts will be sent without a request submitted via Parchment.
Powerschool Graduation Progress Feature
Powerschool Graduation Progress Feature
Last month, a new Graduation Plan Progress feature in PowerSchool went live in the Admin, Student, and Parent Portal for all current HCPS students in grades 9-12. This feature provides students, parents/guardians, principals, associate principals, school counselors, and coordinators of assessment and remediation (CARs) with a mechanism to easily view and track an individual student’s progress toward earning the standard credits required for the Virginia Standard, Advanced Studies, or Applied Studies Diplomas. You can access this Parent/Guardian Video Tutorial and Step-By-Step Written Instructions to assist in accessing and using this valuable tool.
Remembering Mrs. Curry at Graduation
Remembering Mrs. Curry at Graduation
SENIORS:
If you would like a small flower pinned on your graduation gown in memory of Mrs. Curry, we are ordering small poppies to pin on our gowns to remember Mrs. Curry and the impact she had on us. These poppies will be available at graduation practice. If you have any questions, please contact Larissa McMahan at hcps-mcmahanlh@henricostudents.org
From the DSF PTSA
From the DSF PTSA
DSF PTSA Board for 2023-24
DSF PTSA Board for 2023-24
DSF PTSA proposed Board list 2023-2499.pdf
Previously Posted
Previously Posted
Mental Health and Wellness Workshop Series
Mental Health and Wellness Workshop Series
The HCPS office of Student Support and Wellness in collaboration with the Family and Communication and Engagement team are hosting a series of workshops for families on various mental health and wellness topics during the month of May. To learn more, please click here.
Virginia State Summer Opportunities for Students
Virginia State Summer Opportunities for Students
Virginia State University is hositng events for studnets this summer. Please see the link below and reach our to your school counselor if you are intersted.
DSF SPRING TESTING INFORMATION
DSF SPRING TESTING INFORMATION
Please read below some important information related to Spring Standards of Learning (SOL) testing. Please email Mrs. Carter Reilly, DSF Testing Coordinator, with any questions - csreilly@henrico.k12.va.us.
May 16th - Math SOL tests (Algebra 1 & 2, Geometry)
SOL Information: The bell schedule will be adjusted on the four major test dates listed above to accomodate testing. Students and parents will receive an individual email before spring break letting you know which tests your student is scheduled to take. For more information, you can review the HCPS SOL Parent Notification Letter and the HCPS English Writing Performance Task Parent Notification Letter.
May 23rd, 24th, 30th, 31st - Expedited Retakes: Students who do not pass the first attempt and qualify to retest. Remediation efforts to prepare students will start May 17th.
SPRING SOL SCORES - PARENT PORTAL INSTRUCTIONS
SPRING SOL SCORES - PARENT PORTAL INSTRUCTIONS
Families will be able to access their child’s Standards of Learning (SOL) score reports for all Spring 2023 SOL Non-Writing Tests through the VDOE Parent Portal. Families
will have access to score reports for each test attempt, including expedited retakes. They will see a modified Student Detail by Question report (SDBQ), including the scaled score, vertical scaled score, and performance level. These reports, and accompanying support videos, will post on Fridays throughout the testing window for tests taken the week prior. For more information on how to access your student’s scores, please read the Parent Portal Instructions (English, Spanish, Arabic, Portuguese, Vietnamese, and Dari) at www.tinyurl.com/VAparentportal.
Common Sense Education Family Tips
Help Kids Fight Cyberbullying and Other Mean Online Behavior: Most kids will encounter mean behavior at some point in their digital lives. For some kids, this experience is a blip that's easily forgotten, while for others it can have deep, long-lasting effects. For parents, the key is staying involved in kids' lives -- both online and off -- so they can step in and offer help if necessary. With guidance from parents and educators, kids can learn how to dodge the drama and stand up for others.
WEEKLY TIP:
Encourage upstanding: Let kids know that supporting a friend or acquaintance who is being bullied can make a big difference. If they feel safe confronting the bully, they should. If not, a private message to the victim can be enough to help someone through a tough time. Speaking up against hate speech is important, too.
For more information and tips from Common Sense, vist: https://www.commonsense.org/education/family-resources
A Note from the Clinic
A Note from the Clinic
Dear Parents and Guardians,
As a reminder for next school year the following vaccinations are now required and failure to provide proof of vaccination prior to the first day of school will result in the exclusion from school next year until proof of immunization is received by the school/clinic:
Meningococcal (meningococcal conjugate vaccine (MenACWY): One dose is required at age 16 or older and required for 12th grade entry.
Any conditionally enrolled students must have their immunizations up to date before the start of this school year. If you need help with getting immunizations: Henrico Health District 804-501-4651 or VCU Children’s Hospital 804-828-2467
A link to the requirements is available under “Immunizations” at www.henricoschools.us/health-safety/.
Proof of all immunizations should be provided to the school or clinic before Aug. 21 the first day of the 2023-24 school year.
Sincerely,
Megan Wiesak, BNS, RN
Freeman High School
From the DSF PTSA
From the DSF PTSA
Class of 2023
Class of 2023
Senior Information Packet:
Senior Information Packet:
Suggestion: Print and have on display at your home from now until June!
Class of 2023 Baccalaureate - NOTE THE NEW DATE - June 2nd
Class of 2023 Baccalaureate - NOTE THE NEW DATE - June 2nd
Seniors: Mark your calendar for Baccalaureate, Friday June 2!
Join us for Baccalaureate, a special time for graduates and their families and friends to reflect on the past, celebrate the present and look toward the future with hope.
Baccalaureate will be held at West End Assembly of God on Parham Road at 6:30 pm on Friday, June 2. Please encourage your students to participate in the program through sharing personal reflections, readings or musical talents. Sign up here to participate (we can also help you with ideas for what to contribute!). The program will also feature a special guest speaker and a slideshow of pictures. Parents, we are still collecting pictures for the slideshow; please submit up to 5 pictures of your student by uploading them here before April 9.
All students, families and friends are welcome and encouraged to attend! For more information or if you have questions, contact Meridith Ingram at meridith@merdingram.com or Walker Fonville at walkerfonville@SRMFRE.com.
Senior Graduation Announcements & Gear Information
Senior Graduation Announcements & Gear Information
Parent/Guardians of Class of 2023 Seniors,
Please find linked here the Josten’s Graduation newsletter with information about ordering graduation announcements and other senior graduation related gear. Paper copies of this information was given to your Senior by their Government teacher (or 1st period teacher if they are not in Gov’t class) last week. It is recommended to have your order placed no later than December 1st to ensure you receive the custom school announcements for graduation (OPTIONAL). A Josten’s representative will be available on November 30th during all lunches in the cafeteria if your student prefers to place the order in person. You can also order online anytime at www.jostens.com.
From School Counseling
From School Counseling
Diploma Seal Eligibility
Diploma Seal Eligibility
Seniors may be eligible to receive certain diploma seals that require applications. To view eligibility requirements and to access the applications, please see the links below:
Summer Academy (Credit Recovery)
Summer Academy (Credit Recovery)
Students currently in the 9th, 10th, 11th, or 12th grade who did not pass one of their core academic classes will need to enroll in a credit recovery class during the 2022-2023 school year. Credit recovery classes are only available to students who must repeat the course. These classes are not an option for students taking the class for initial credit (i.e., first time or for a higher grade). Transportation will be provided from local elementary schools. Students may only register for 1 credit recovery course. Students in the class of 2023 may have the option to register for a maximum of 2 credit recovery courses. To learn more, please see page 11 of this document. Registration will open on April 11th and close at 4:00 pm on June 13th. To register, please click here.
Summer School Driver’s Education
Summer School Driver’s Education
Students may register for Driver’s Education in the summer. Space is limited. Registration opens on Tuesday, April 11th. For more information, see page 13 of this document. To register, please click here.
Summer School CTE Polytech
Summer School CTE Polytech
A number of CTE courses are available at no cost to students for rising 6th-12th graders. For more information, please see page 17 of this document.
Accelerated Summer School (NEW credit only)
Accelerated Summer School (NEW credit only)
Henrico County Public Schools will be utilizing Virtual Virginia this summer to provide acceleration course options (NEW credit only) for middle and high school students. HCPS students can enroll in either Virtual Virginia Summer Cohorts. HCPS students can take a total of 2 courses (max) during the summer. For information and registration information, please click here.
Summer School Dual Enrollment Economics offered via Longwood University
Summer School Dual Enrollment Economics offered via Longwood University
Longwood University is offering Economics & Personal Finance online this summer. This is a Dual Enrollment course that will meet your high school graduation requirements AND earn college credit. To learn more or register, please click here.
Financial Aid Bootcamp
Financial Aid Bootcamp
DSF School Counseling, GRASP and Reynolds CC will be holding an Application and Financial Aid Bootcamp in the Freeman Library on Wednesday April 12th and Thursday April 13th. Both Bootcamps will be held from 1:30-2:15 during Freeman Focus. All seniors are welcome.
What to bring:
SSN
Computer
Phone
Personal email address
Accelerated Summer School 2023 (NEW credit only)
Accelerated Summer School 2023 (NEW credit only)
Henrico County Public Schools will be utilizing Virtual Virginia this summer to provide acceleration course options (NEW credit only) for middle and high school students. HCPS students can enroll in either Virtual Virginia Summer Cohorts. HCPS students can take a total of 2 courses (max) during the summer. For information and registration information, please click here. Information about credit recovery summer school will be available soon
Henrico County Public Schools will be utilizing Virtual Virginia this summer to provide acceleration course options (NEW credit only) for middle and high school students. HCPS students can enroll in either Virtual Virginia Summer Cohorts. HCPS students can take a total of 2 courses (max) during the summer. For information and registration information, please click here. Information about credit recovery summer school will be available soon
For your Reference
For your Reference
EASY REFERENCE GUIDE TO ALL THINGS ATTENDANCE
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 SENIOR AND/OR AP 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
EXAM EXEMPTION:
PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT EXCUSED AND UNEXCUSED ABSENCES COUNT TOWARD EXAM EXEMPTION – THE ONLY ABSENCES THAT DON’T COUNT ARE:
SCHOOL RELATED ABSENCES
COLLEGE VISITS WITH PROPER DOCUMENTATION
Introducing: Freeman Family Teacher Shout- Outs!
Introducing: Freeman Family Teacher Shout- Outs!
As a part of our culture of appreciation and acknowledgment of the positive things that happen at DSF each week, we ask our staff to share "Shout-Outs" or positive messages about a colleague from the week prior. We publish them for the whole staff to see as a way of growing the good and celebrating wins.
I'd love to have the community's help. I'll post this link each week and deliver any "shout-outs" to our whole staff in our internal weekly newsletter. If you hear of a cool lesson, or a teacher or counselor goes out of their way to make your student's learning experience better, send in a quick note using the form below. Thanks for considering, your appreciation means a lot!
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.
Student Drop-Off and Pick-up
Student Drop-Off and Pick-up
Student drop-off and pick-up locations are in the student parking lot behind the Baseball field, off of Camden Drive. Parents are asked to pull into the main student parking lot when picking up students at dismissal. Parents should not use the visitor's parking lot in front of the school to drop off or pick up students during the start of the school day (8:30 to 9:15 a.m.) or at dismissal (3:30 to 4:15 p.m.). Please note that it is extremely unsafe, at any time of the day, to drop students off on the curb in front of the school. The Drivers’ Education Lot across Camden Drive is ONLY for buses. Let’s ensure the safety of our young drivers by following this request.
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.
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)
College Visits to DSF During Freeman Focus
College Visits to DSF During Freeman Focus
We are excited to welcome representatives from numerous colleges into our school this year to lead informational sessions during Freeman Focus. Students are required to sign up ahead of time and will not be permitted to attend without pre-registering. To see a list of visits and sign-up, please click here.
Key Resources for 2022
Key Resources for 2022
The information below had been posted in weeks prior, but is still relevant and important. Click the topic to read the collapsed text below it.
The information below had been posted in weeks prior, but is still relevant and important. Click the topic to read the collapsed text below it.
Important Links:
Important Links:
Key Resources:
Freeman PTSA Website: www.freemanptsa.org
DSF Athletics Calendar (always up to date): www.colonialdistrictva.org
Mr. Marshall on Twitter: www.twitter.com/@dsfMrMarshall
Freeman Official Instagram: www.instagram.com/freemanhighschool.official
Freeman Official Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FreemanHighSchool.official/
Athletics/Activities Calendar
Athletics/Activities Calendar
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