April 14, 2024
April 14, 2024
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Important Upcoming Dates:
Important Upcoming Dates:
April 15 - Little Feet Meet at DSF
April 11-->April 16 - Prom Tickets on Sale at lunch
April 15/16 - AP Testing Information Sessions
April 17 – English 11 Reading SOL & World History SOLs
April 20 - Prom
April 24 – Science & VAUS History SOLs
April 24-28 - DSF Spring Musical: Footloose!
May 1 – Math SOLs
May 20-23 - Senior Exams
May 24 - 31 - Underclassmen Exams (note DSF exams for Freeman will start on Friday, 5/24)
May 27 - Schools Closed for Memorial Day
May 30 - DSF Graduation (11am)
May 31 - Last day of School 2023-24
August 19 - First day of School 2024
HCPSSchoolCalendar2023-24.pdf
New (or for) This Week
New (or for) This Week
Prom Tickets on Sale at Lunch (M-Wed)
Prom Tickets on Sale at Lunch (M-Wed)
Prom tickets are on sale at all lunches Monday through Wednesday this week for juniors and seniors. No prom tickets will be sold after Wednesday at 1:30pm. Students bringing a guest who is not a current Freeman 11th or 12th grader must complete a guest form and turn it in when they purchase a ticket.
The Spring Denim Drive Fundraiser
The Spring Denim Drive Fundraiser
Spring cleaning and getting rid of old jeans? Drop them by the DSF main office any time we are open and Freeman can win prize money if we have the most! Please consider donating this month!
PTSA Volunteers of the Year
PTSA Volunteers of the Year
Congratulations to Valerie Hendricks and Betsy Rader, our 2024 PTSA Volunteers of the Year! Thank you so much for your dedication to Freeman High School and our PTSA!
Updated Graduation/Senior Information
Updated Graduation/Senior Information
SOL TESTING INFORMATION
SOL TESTING INFORMATION
SOL (Standards of Learning) testing will occur throughout April and May. All students must pass one Math, one Science, one History, one Reading, and one Writing assessment along with passing the associated course in order to earn the five verified credits needed to graduate. Based on federal participation requirements, all students enrolled in Biology and their first high school math course will also take those SOLs. Here is the Henrico County letter with more information on testing requirements: HCPS Spring SOL Informational Letter 2024. Please note - English 10 students will take the writing assessment in three class periods and World History 1 students who passed the IDM essays previously administered will NOT take the World History 1 SOL.
An email has been sent with the exact test(s) and test date(s) your student is testing to every student's HCPS Gmail and to their first contact's email address as well. Please check there for more specific information.
The schedule for Freeman High School is listed below:
April 15 & 16 - Seniors only
April 17 - English 11 Reading, World History 1, World History 2, World Geography SOLs
April 24 - Science and VAUS History SOLs
May 1 - Math SOLs
If you have any questions, please reach out to Mrs. Carter Reilly, DSF Testing Coordinator, csreilly@henrico.k12.va.us
AP Testing Information Sessions
AP Testing Information Sessions
All students taking an AP Exam will be required to attend an AP Testing informational session in April. Attendance will be taken. 10th and 12th grade AP testers will report to the auditorium during Freeman Focus on Monday, April 15th. 9th and 11th grade AP testers will report to the auditorium during Freeman Focus on Tuesday, April 16th. 12th grade AP testers are required to attend this information session, regardless of approved senior early release. Students who may have a conflict should email Mrs. Smith immediately at jksmith@henrico.k12.va.us.
Y Community Conversations
Y Community Conversations
The Shady Grove Y started something called “Y Community Conversations” several years ago. The intention of Y conversations was to cover topics that did not always get the attention they deserved or warranted within our community. We have our next conversation coming up on April 18th. The topic is “TRANSITIONING FROM HIGH SCHOOL TO COLLEGE; BUILDING YOUR MENTAL HEALTH TOOLKIT.” It is a free event (with pizza), only for high school juniors and seniors, and will be held at the Shady Grove Y.
DSF PTSA Board
2024-2025
Proposed Slate of Officers
Class of 2024
Class of 2024
Regalia at Graduation
Regalia at Graduation
The following regalia will be allowed this year at Graduation:
NHS
Spanish NHS
French NHS
Latin NHS
Science NHS
Computer Science NHS
Mu Alpha Theta
International Thespian Society
Tri-M
In addition, students who are part of a Specialty Center, the ACE Center, or Teachers for Tomorrow may wear a cord or stole.
NO PINS may be worn.
Students may wear regalia (medals) at honors programs.
ANGP fundraising
We’ve raised about 50% of our goal of $22,000.
ANGP fundraising
We’ve raised about 50% of our goal of $22,000.
Graduation is only ONE & ½ months away - we would love to wrap up the fundraising for this party as soon as possible so we can all savor every minute of these final days at DSF. Your financial support for the party is greatly needed AND is tax deductible! Thank you for your support of this long-time tradition. https://freemanptsa.myhalix.io/pages/getinvolved.donatetoangp
We raise money for the ANGP through community and restaurant-sponsored events.
HERE’S WHAT’S COMING UP IN April:
The deadline to order flowers for prom and have part of the proceeds donated to the All Night Graduation Party has been extended to April 18th. LINK
The next three Wednesdays, Bistro 804 is hosting spirit nights from 4-10 pm. Dine-in or grab take out and part of the proceeds will go to the ANGP! Mention Freeman when ordering.
Thank you to the following families and businesses for their donations to
the All Night Graduation Party
Merideth, Mottley, Harris, Cox, Cordo, Hancock, Tongel, Hendricks, Aker, Robinson, Gardner, Branson, Ciaverelli, Berrey, Johnson, Doll, Moyer, Kirillin, Davis, Sleman,Lugo, Shaia, Sisson, Linovet, Erb, Nolen, Burnham, Sharrar, Beale, Estes, Ellen, Poore, Urquhart, Hare, Saunders, Jordan, Simonton, Boyle, Hogan, Shugrue, Higgins, Mustico, Thouron, Kennedy, Jones, Cowgill, Craun, Kish, Sanne, Vosmik, Bell, Rader, Grubbs, Brooks, Macko, Suter, Hearn, Pantele, Harbach, Quiroz, Garrett, Zimmerman, Harrison, Ponnam, Spalding, Waller, Erb, Shepard, Appich, Bowman, Becker, Foley, McCoy, Stoneman, Kooch, Tittermary, Gion, Dimond, Walters, Mazzeo, McCullough, Roberts, Buckbee, Post, Broocks, Reynolds, Baker, Han, Phaup, Meiller, Guevara, Flippen, Elkin, Sharp
Senior Slide Show Pictures
Senior Slide Show Pictures
At baccalaureate in May, the PTSA will shocase our annual senior slideshow, with photos of the senior class over the past year and, even better, from the previous 18 years. We are asking each senior to send in three photos for the senior slide show.
Details:
Please put the student's name in the subject line
no more than three photos: baby, present and one of their choice.
You send directly to this email: seniorslideshowdsf@gmail.com
Senior Information Night Info
Senior Information Night Info
Thank you to those of you who were available to attend our Winter Senior Parent/Guardian meeting last week! If you weren’t able to join us, please don’t worry! Please see the two links below:
Direct Link to video recording: https://youtu.be/vkxhSfvjSLQ
Get the slides and video from All Things DSF Senior Page: https://freeman.henricoschools.us/o/freeman/page/seniors
Baccalaureate Interest Form for Performers
Baccalaureate Interest Form for Performers
Seniors - we are looking for performers at the Baccalaureate assembly that will be held on Tuesday, May 28th at 7pm at West End Assembly of God! You will also need to be available for the rehearsal on Thursday, May 23rd at 4 pm at the same location. Previously acts have included singers, dancers, bands, etc. Please respond below if you are possibly interested!
Scholarship Reminder (Class of 2024)
Scholarship Reminder (Class of 2024)
This is a friendly reminder to the class of 2024 to check the Scholarship Newsletter located on All Things DSF. You can access the newsletter, which is updated every two weeks by clicking here. Students can also explore scholarship opportunities through Major Clarity by clicking here. Students can log in to Major Clarity by selecting the “Sign in with Clever” option.
From School Counseling:
From School Counseling:
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 Driver’s Education 2024
Summer School Driver’s Education 2024
Students may register for Driver’s Education in the summer. Space is limited and issued on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration opens on March 11th. For more information, see page 20 of this document. To register, please click here.
Summer Dual Enrollment Economics & Personal Finance through Longwood University
Summer Dual Enrollment Economics & Personal Finance through Longwood University
Longwood University is offering Students the opportunity to earn their high school Economics & Personal Finance credit as a dual enrollment course this summer. The course will be online and will cost $50. To learn more about this opportunity, please click here and here. Registration will open in March 2024. Students should see their school counselor with questions.
Summer School CTE Polytech
Summer School CTE Polytech
A number of CTE courses are available for rising 6th-12th graders. For more information, please see page 25 of this document.
Posted Previously:
Posted Previously:
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 Summer Academy 2024. 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 ($300). Students in the class of 2024 may have the option to register for a maximum of 2 credit recovery courses ($450). To learn more, please see page 15 of this document. Registration will open on March 11th and close at 4:00 pm on June 4th. To register, please click here. Freeman students will attend Godwin High School for Summer Academy 2024.
Student Food Delivery to school (Doordash, etc.) not permitted
Student Food Delivery to school (Doordash, etc.) not permitted
Reminder that students are not permitted to order food to school via doordash, Uber Eats or any other food delivery service. Any food delivered via these services will be confiscated and NOT delivered to the recipient. Among other reasons, if allowed, the high volume of such deliveries in a place with 1800 students would not be sustainable and overrun our systems which are not designed to be a step in food delivery service. Our cafeteria provides food at reasonable prices or families are encouraged to plan ahead and pack a lunch. This is not a change to longstanding rules at Freeman, but a recent uptick in Doordash delivery attempts prompted this reminder.
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 returned to parents and guardians. Students may use the main office landline to inform parents that their phone was confiscated.
Student Drop Off in the Morning - In student parking lot
Student Drop Off in the Morning - In student parking lot
We need your help in ensuring that we have a safe and efficient start to your students morning each day. As a reminder, the visitors parking lot in the front of the school should not be used for student drop off; families should anticipate greater enforcement of this expectation from our security team starting this week. Students need to be dropped off by the tennis courts. The front doors for the school should only be used for students who walk to school each morning. Thank you for our cooperation in this matter so that we can get all students to their first period class in a timely manner.
Afternoon Student Pick Up
Afternoon Student 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 off 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 min 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. See the picture below for clarification.
Key Resources
Key Resources
Important Links (click to expand)
Important Links (click to expand)
Key Resources:
NEW LOOK(!) Freeman website (with All things DSF embedded): https://freeman.henricoschools.us/
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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