In the 2020/2021 school year, all Spartans will be enrolled in an Advisement class. In this class, students will have a great opportunity to engage in social/emotional supports and discover more about your future through career/college planning activities. The Advisement class is on student schedules in the 'Alt' period, and our Mental Health and Counseling teams will provide live support and important content and resources for students. There will be credit for completion of this class. When you look at the bell schedule, you see SEL/ICAP in the mornings from 7:30-7:55. That is Advisement time. Each grade will log in once a week for live support and to complete the assignment that week. The other days of the week are for completing any additional assignments for that week's lesson, practicing and exploring the resources from the lesson, etc.

• Mondays will be 9th graders
• Tuesday 10th graders 
• Wednesday 11th graders
• Thursday 12th graders

Please remember, this is where your ICAP lessons (Individual Career and Academic Plan) will be conducted. ICAP is a graduation requirement so it is important that you participate in Advisement. Students, check out the Advisement Schoology Course for more information and instructions each week. Go to your 'Class of' folder for more information and instructions. We can't wait to engage with you!

• All Colorado students who qualified for free/reduced lunch for the 19-20 school year are eligible to receive a one-time $279 food stipend. Families will be required to provide their students' State ID number on the application. This can be found in Infinite Campus under the "Summary" tab, under the student's date of birth. Please email me if there are other DPS students in the family needing their State ID number. More info on this program

• Rent, utilities, and mortgage help (Denver)
• https://clothestokidsdenver.org
• Community volunteers will be operating a drive-thru service at the Pepsi Center, providing more than 200,000 pounds of food every Friday from 9am to 11am. This service will most likely be extending through October. Baskets will include fresh produce, meat and milk. Click here for more info

We hope that you & your families are staying safe & healthy and that you are having a nice summer!

As you know, we will be in remote learning until at least October. Therefore, we want to make sure that you are set up for success this fall and that you also have a clear understanding of the Student Expectations for Remote Learning. They are:

 

• Uphold all Spartan Values at all times
• Maintain strong Digital Citizenship
• Be a full participant in your online learning opportunities 
• Participate in restorative conversations, as needed 
• Be school appropriate and respectful when engaging in interactive groups, breakout sessions, and chats when assigned by the teacher
• Follow all regular TJ classroom expectations and school rules. See the Conduct/Discipline section in the Student Handbook (available on our website)
• Advocate for your success in every class 

Digital Citizenship will be of utmost importance during remote learning. Digital Citizenship is defined as, "the responsible use of technology by anyone who uses computers, the Internet, and digital devices to engage with society on any level." We must act responsibly when using Chromebooks, other digital tools, and when interacting with others online. No cyberbullying or other inappropriate online conduct will be tolerated.

Now that you know the student expectations for remote learning, think about one goal you have for yourself this fall and the steps you need to take to achieve it. Let's have a great semester!

Thank you!

The Student Excellence Team

Andrew Skari, Assistant Principal

Emily Lupo, Dean of Culture

Bridget Couch, Restorative Practices Coordinator

Tahj Dillard-Watkins, Restorative Practices Coordinator

We will send out important information through our TJ mobile app, so please download the app if you're not already connected!

SBHC@dhha.org or call us at (303) 602-8958

Thomas Jefferson School Based Clinic: 720-423-7190

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We're working on details to get an online store running during this period of remote learning. Stay tuned!

• Research post secondary programs (technical colleges, community colleges, universities) that may interest you. Consider using google sheets to keep track of your research! 
• Research scholarship opportunities. Consider using google sheets to keep track of your research! 
• Start on or update your Personal Statement. You can use the Common App Essay Prompts linked in Schoology to help you get going.
• If you are not sure what you'd like to pursue after high school, let me know. We can come up with some ideas together.