Dakota Ridge High SchoolLive, Love, Learn, Leave a Legacy

Spring 2021 Updates and Announcements

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Dakota Ridge Communications 

• Community Connections Update: March 1st to the 6th.

• Senior Class Updates.

• Jeffco Remote Food Service Update.

• Jeffco District Restart Page. Includes information and expectations for remote learning. 

• Remote Learning/Hybrid Schedule. 

• Think Pink Games Friday 2/12 & Friday 2/26 (Honoree Info and Video Submission Information).

• Senior Class of 2021 Announcements (Senior Video and Stained Glass Window Design). 

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District Communications

• Tech Tips for District 1:1 Devices.

  • Support for Devices (District webpage)

  • How to reset a Chromebook (video)

• Food and Nutrition Service Overview.

• COVID-19 Mental Health Resources from Jeffco Student Services Office.

Additional information and resources can be found by visiting the district's Coronaviris (COVID-19) page.

 

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Yearbook Pre-Order Deadline: 
  

Yes, there is going to be a yearbook this year! Events may be cancelled, but we will still tell the story of this historic year through the voices of our students, and it is going to be GREAT! Because of COVID, we will be ordering VERY FEW extra copies to sell at the end of the year. It is UNLIKELY there will be a yearbook available if you do not pre-order.

• The deadline to pre-order a yearbook is March 1st.
• To pre-order a yearbook, log on to your student's Jeffco Connect Account. The yearbook is listed as a Fee. Please contact Kathy Abeyta in the finance office with any questions about purchasing a yearbook. 

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IB Information for the 2020-2021 School Year 
  

Interested in learning about the incredible benefits and opportunities offered by the only IB Programme in South Jeffco? Curious to learn more about how:

• Students are challenged with rigorous curriculum to excel in their studies, pursuit of lifelong learning and personal development.
• Students have the opportunity to earn an International Diploma that is recognized worldwide.
• Colleges and universities recognize that IB Diploma graduates are better prepared for the demands of college and future employment.
• IB provides incredible opportunities for university recognition, scholarships, and tuition savings.
• IB students have opportunities for once-in-a-lifetime international travel. Pre-COVID student travel offerings have included trips to China, Panama, and Europe!

Click here to learn all about our program and the admissions process. Questions? Contact Holly Davis, IB Coordinator, at Holly.Davis@jeffco.k12.co.us or 303-982-8956. Also, be sure to stop by the front office to grab an IB informational folder.

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English 11 Capstone Project:    

All students in English 11 will embark upon an exciting educational journey 2nd semester by completing a Capstone Project. Please discuss with your student to learn more about this project. To read the parent letter please click on the following link: English 11 Capstone Parent Letter.  

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ChaKotaBine

ChaKotaBine is coming soon! This year we are unable to have a three school dance like the past. In place of a dance we will have a philanthropic Socks and Toiletries Drive with items being donated going to the Jeffco Action Center. 

We are asking Chatfield's, Dakota's, and Columbine's feeder elementary schools to donate socks, middle schools to donate toiletries, and the high schools to donate both items. Our drive will be held from March 1st through March 6th. There will be donation bins around the school and in the front office. 

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Student Government Information

Open this document to access the flyer for the school-wide google classroom announcements. Announcements will be specific for each grade level.

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Chromebook Repair - Hybrid / Remote Learning

For Chromebook issues please use these trouble shooting steps to solve most problems. Students should call the district helpline for additional support at 303-982-3438 or bring their Chromebooks to the library between 7:00-3:00 Monday - Thursday. Contact Mrs. Luster via email at: robin.luster@jeffco.k12.co.us for additional information on Chromebook issues.  

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Securly:// App for Parents

Beginning April 1st, the District will be providing families with the ability to monitor and control their student’s internet and app activity on district devices at home using the free SecurlyHome app. While Jeffco Public Schools uses a Palo Alto firewall to monitor and filter activity and content for students when they are in school, Securly manages the filtering for school-issued devices when they are away from school.

The app should be available on March 16. Then, beginning on April 1, families will be able to block websites. For more information, use the links below.

• Family communication from Dr. Jelinek

• Securly page on Jeffco Public Schools website

• Getting started link

School Calendar of Events
Important Dates for 2020-2021

Lockheed-Martin tutoring at DRHS is suspended until further notice due to closure of school facilities and coronavirus safety concerns.

NEW GEAR AVAILABLE IN THE STORE. ORDER NOW ON THE NEW ONLINE STORE - Eagles Nest Online Store Link. 

ALL EAGLES ALL FAMILY!!