Please be reminded that the school will be closed this coming Monday, February 10, in observance of Lincoln’s Birthday. The school will also be closed the following Monday, February 17, in observance of Presidents’ Day. We hope you enjoy both of these long weekends! | |
COFFEE WITH THE PRINCIPALS | |
Parents/guardians: Are you interested in attending a morning meeting with Principal of Academics Nicole Read and Principal of Arts Dr. Stephen Cook for a “State of the School” presentation? We invite you to come have coffee with the principals on Monday, March 3 from 8:30-9:30 a.m. in the Cafeteria to learn more about the school’s academic standings, new programmatic initiatives, and an update on our school’s goals for improvement and progress towards those success indicators. To attend, please RSVP by Wednesday, February 26, so we can plan accordingly. Hope to see you there. | |
WINTER FORMAL SPIRIT WEEK | |
High school students and staff are encouraged to help ramp up the excitement for Winter Formal – Swan Lake Soirée – all week long! Join the CSArts-SGV Leadership class for Winter Formal Spirit Week festivities next week, Tuesday, February 11 through Friday, February 14. See each day’s theme listed below: | |
LAST CHANCE FOR WINTER FORMAL TICKETS | |
High school students: Winter Formal – Swan Lake Soirée – is next Saturday, February 15 from 7-11 p.m. at the Imperial Event Venue in Pasadena. Ticket sales close at 11:59 p.m. TODAY, Friday, February 7! Tickets are $75, or $40 if your family qualifies for the Free and Reduced Lunch Program (FRLP). Purchase your tickets through MySchoolBucks or in person at Room 200 (cash ONLY). If your family has lost their home during the fire or been significantly impacted, please reach out to Leadership Advisor Ms. Cardenas at patricia.cardenas@sgv.csarts.net to discuss further discount options. Additionally, if you have already purchased a Winter Formal ticket and need a refund, please reach out to Ms. Cardenas. Don’t miss out on this magical night! | |
STUDENT DESIGN CONTEST FOR APPAREL | |
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Attention students in all conservatories and grade levels: We are currently accepting student design submissions to be featured on the front of a t-shirt or sweatshirt in an upcoming schoolwide apparel sale. Don’t miss your chance to create a new spirit look that all your peers can be proud of, including our newest group of CSArts-SGV students being admitted this spring!
To be considered, please submit your design through this form by Friday, February 28 at 11:59 p.m. Be sure to review and follow all design guidelines listed on the Google form.
Once all submissions have been received, a panel of administrators and staff will be reviewing the designs to select a small group of finalists. Then these final designs will be shared on the @CSArtsSGV Instagram account so our CSArts-SGV community can vote and determine the winning design for inclusion in our next sale! Stay tuned for a future newsletter notifying the CSArts-SGV community of how and when to vote.
If you have any questions about this student design contest, please email communications@sgv.csarts.net. Good luck and happy designing!
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APPLICATION DEADLINE WEDNESDAY | |
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Spread the word to friends or family with students entering grades 6-12 that this coming Wednesday, February 12, is the deadline to submit an application to join our incredible CSArts-SGV community for the 2025-2026 school year. Encourage them to visit sgv.csarts.net/ApplyNow to start or complete their application process TODAY!
Please note, if a family has lost their home, is currently displaced, or is facing any hardship as a result of the fires, they can contact Admissions Coordinator Janet Infiesto at admissions@sgv.csarts.net or 714.560.0900 ext. 5510 to receive assistance/accommodations to complete the CSArts-SGV application process.
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2024 ANNUAL CONTRIBUTION RECEIPTS | |
Parents/guardians: We would like to extend a HUGE thank you to all our families that generously made a contribution in support of CSArts-SGV during the 2024 calendar year. Contribution receipts have been emailed to one of the parent/guardian email addresses in our system. Please be sure to check in both your inbox and your spam folder for an email from thank-you@donorperfect-mail.com. If you have questions, please contact Family Liaison Larry Ruiz at larry.ruiz@sgv.csarts.net or 657.321.4000 ext. 60061. | |
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Morning Drop-Off
We want to ensure a smooth and safe arrival to campus for our students every day throughout the semester. Be sure to review our Campus Map, which outlines the designated drop-off and pick-up routes. Morning drop-off and afternoon pick-up will take place in the Highland Avenue Parking Lot at the back of the school. Please be reminded that the City of Duarte has implemented a right-turn-only rule when exiting the Highland Avenue Parking Lot. Be sure to plan your route accordingly.
Metro Train Safety
Students who ride the Metro Gold Line are encouraged to walk to and from the train station with a buddy or in a group. When on the train, they should sit with fellow CSArts-SGV students whenever possible and choose a car with multiple adults. Please avoid sitting alone for safety reasons. For late rehearsals or any instance where a student must walk to the station alone, a Security escort can be requested by calling Security at 626.205.4001. Security is also available to escort students to their cars parked on Central Avenue after rehearsals.
Cell Phone Use During Restroom/Water Breaks
Since our return from Winter Break, staff has observed that more students are using their cell phones during restroom and water breaks. Please remind your student that phones should be placed in the phone chart or teacher-designated storage area at the start of class and remain there until class ends. Thank you for your support in helping us maintain a focused learning environment!
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MIDDLE SCHOOL UPDATES & REMINDERS | |
MAXWELL IB ACADEMY
Upcoming Events/Field Trips
Parents/guardians: As a reminder, the field trip to see Noises Off is tomorrow, Saturday, February 8, at 3 p.m. Permission and transportation forms must be turned in to Mr. Leclerc by TODAY, Friday, February 7, either in person or via email at marc.leclerc@sgv.csarts.net.
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Lincoln’s Birthday (No School): Monday, February 10
All-School Musical: Thursday, February 13 – Sunday, February 16
Winter Formal: Saturday, February 15
President’s Day (No School): Monday, February 17
End of Grading Period: Friday, February 28
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UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & EVENTS | | | | |
