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Address
VESD: 15579 8th Street, Victorville, CA 92392 (760)-245-1691
Email
webmaster@vesd.net
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Discovery School of the Arts
13247 Amethyst Road
Victorville, CA 92392
Phone: (760) 843-3577
Fax: (760) 843-1078
How To Find Us
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The Mission of
Discovery School is for
all students to master the
academic and social skills
necessary to be responsible
and successful citizens,
while exploring the arts and a
foreign language.
May 12 - May 23, 2008
California Standards Testing
It is time once again for the California Standard Testing and Reporting Program. Testing dates will be May 12 through May 23. All students in grades 2 through 6 will be tested. This is the test that establishes our API and AYP scores.
You can help your child do their best by:
- Making sure your child is on time for school.
- Making sure that your child is well rested and relaxed.
- Making sure your child has a low sugar, high protein breakfast each morning (protein is good brain food).
- If your child wears glasses, be sure they have them.
- Encourage your child to do their best and not to stress!
Also, please be sure to schedule appointments after testing is completed, and not pick your child up early! Students who arrive at school after testing sessions begin will be held in the office until the next available break in the testing schedule.
During the testing window, students will not have homework. We are also planning stress reducing activities during non-testing times. We very much appreciate your help!
May 21 - May 22, 2008
Kindergarten Performance
Kindergarteners will be performing "Stone Soup" in the cafeteria at the following dates and times:
Mrs. Karlens Class: Wednesday, May 21st at 10:00AM
Mrs. Applegarth's Class: Wednesday, May 21st at 2:30PM
Mrs. Gutierrez' Class: Thursday, May 22nd at 10:00AM
Mrs. Jones' Class: Thursday, May 22nd at 2:30PM
May 28, 2008
Kindergarten Orientation
If your child will be attending Discovery for Kindergarten next year please come to our orientation Wednesday May 28th at 6 PM in the cafeteria.
Study Island
This year Discovery is evaluating Study Island. This internet based program provides excellent practice in preparation for state testing in May. Discovery students in 3rd through 6th grade are encouraged to use this at home. WARNING: MAY IMPROVE TEST SCORES!!!
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Search Discovery's Library From Home!
Follow this link to search for books in Discovery's library. Just click on "Discovery School of the Arts" and then click on the "Catalog" tab. You can browse for books by Title, Author, AR Points, AR Level and availability.
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Parent Access to Accelerated Math and Accelerated Reader
Click here to request access to your child's reports. Once you reach the Renaissance Learning web page click on "Parent" and then click on "Request Parent/Guardian Access." Fill in information about your children and provide a WORKING email address so your login info can be sent to you. You should receive information about your account within a week.
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*** NEW LINK *** Accelerated Reader Book Levels and Points Lookup
This new link brings you to a Renaissance Learning website that allows you to lookup points and levels for almost all children's books. If the quiz is listed here then we have that quiz at Discovery. Use the "Advanced Search" to find books within your child's reading level. Also look at the "Collections" tab where you can search for book collections, such as all Newbery award winners.
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Bus Schedules
Click here to see schedules for Discovery's school bus routes.
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Cell Phones
We have seen an increase in the number of cell phones on campus. In accordance with VESD Board Policy 5131 (b), the following guidelines will ensure continuation of a positive learning environment:
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Cell phones may not be used during school hours and are to be stored in backpacks or purses. This includes lunch and recess.
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It is the responsibility of the student to ensure that the cell phone is turned off.
- Students are not allowed to take pictures using their phone.
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Discovery School is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged cell phones.
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Trimester Dates
First Trimester: September 5, 2007 - December 7, 2007
Second Trimester: December 10, 2007 - March 7, 2008
Third Trimester: March 10, 2008 - June 6th, 2008
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Snow And Inclement Weather
In the event school is canceled due to inclement weather, local radio stations (Y102, KATJ, Y105, or 960 TALK radio) will announce any closure beginning at 6:00 a.m.
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The governing boards of California school districts must annually prepare
and issue the School Accountability Report Card (SARC) for each elementary
and secondary school under their jurisdiction. SARC reports are required
by law to provide parents, the local business community, and interested
parties with important information about a school's progress in 16 key areas.
These Conditions cover such topics as progress toward meeting goals
in reading, writing, and arithmetic progress toward reducing dropout rates
and the amount of funds spent on salaries and other services. The
School Accountability Report Card was established by Proposition 98,
an initiative passed by California voters in November of 1988.
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The School Accountability Report Card is in Adobe Acrobat's Portable Document Format.
If you do not have an
Adobe Acrobat Reader
installed on you computer, you can download and install a copy, without charge,
by clicking on the banner below and following the instructions.
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