Swamp Owl Families,
Hooray!!! As of today, 93% of Student-Parent Handbook acknowledgements have been received from families of students enrolled currently. As promised, we will reward all students for the efforts made to accomplish this. There are still some outstanding acknowledgements (7%), so we are going to continue to attempt to get those. Each student on BROD, DJOD, and all KDHSA campuses can wear tennis shoes of choice Thursday, August 29, 2024. Please continue to support and partner with us as this year continues to maximize our students' success.
Dr. Kennedy (DoC)
Swamp Owl Families:
Handbook signing is moving along and we are thrilled about it! Within less than 24 hours, we have had over 1300 responses from parents/guardians across our 5 campuses including the newest program, Discovery Fusion. Way to start the year, Discovery!! If you have not done so already, please review and acknowledge the handbook using the link below. Also, please ensure all 5th-12th grade students acknowledge theirs using the link sent to their school email earlier today. A surprise incentive will be rewarded to all students who complete the acknowledgement process by Monday. We want 100% participation...NO Swamp Owl Left Behind!
https://forms.gle/wnurgEuNQWPZATSf7
Hello Swamp Owl Families:
Please check your email for the release of the 2024-2025 Student-Parent Handbook. It is extremely important you review and submit the handbook acknowledgement.
The acknowledgement can be found here: https://forms.gle/4DJkvBw6vFjmABJc9
Please click the link for very important updates regarding the upcoming 2024-25 school year for all Discovery campuses: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1oESeHxi2CPqpOzzKWSXax5fCVqQsKT2DEQka8zRVqJ8/edit?usp=sharing
Dear Swamp Owl Students and Families,
I hope this message finds you doing well. We are writing to inform you of an update to our school uniform policy regarding shoes. Starting immediately, students will be allowed to wear any shoes that are black and/or white. This includes shoes that are entirely black, entirely white, or any combination of black and white.
We apologize for the late notice, as we understand this change comes close to the start of the school year. We hope this adjustment will provide more flexibility while maintaining a neat and unified appearance. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Best regards,
Michael D. Kennedy, Jr.
Director of Culture (DoC)
Discovery Schools
Last reminder to order your 24-25 Discovery spirit shirts! The pre-order closes tomorrow. https://discoveryowlshop.square.site/s/shop
One week left to pre-order spirit shirts for the 24-25 school year! https://discoveryowlshop.square.site/s/shop
The 24-25 spirit shirts are available to pre-order! The pre-order will close on 6/24/24. https://discoveryowlshop.square.site/s/shop
Hello! Please check your email for a message regarding results from our recent parent/guardian culture survey or click this link:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1tXtDSx_TGPAHTsPAgGjswqNoqNrYAOel/view?usp=sharing
This #GiveNOLADay, we ask our supporters to show HEART for the ARTS and help us raise $15,000 for fine arts and performing arts for Pre-K through 12th-grade students.
Give NOLA Day is on May 7th, but early giving has already started! https://www.givenola.org/discovery
Swamp Owl Parents/Guardians:
In less than 24 hours, you have already shown great participation in the culture survey with over 400 responses already! Waaaaay to Gooooo: #ProudDoc #OwlUp #SwampOwlPride
Current standings: KDHSA: 262, DJOD: 106, KDHSA/DJOD: 8, BROD 25
Represent your school: https://forms.gle/JTAgfaWp8te9nKqu8
DoC
Hello Swamp Owl Families, We would like for you to complete our annual parent/guardian survey by clicking this link: https://forms.gle/7HdEj2UyfCFkiTzj9.
The survey is 100% anonymous, so please be honest and seriously complete the survey in support of our entire network of schools. Your responses should be a reflection of this school year only. Thank you for all you do for Discovery!
We are seeking student artwork for the 24-25 spirit shirt! Please see flyer for details: https://5il.co/2i8pq
Discovery School's Community Partner, Ochsner Children's has been hosting the "Autism Acceptance Webinar Series" for parents this Spring. This 13-part webinar is presented by The Michael R. Boh Center for Child Development. Professionals will share their knowledge and evidence-based strategies to further support children and encourage positive behavior function.
All 13 webinars in the series occur during lunch from 12 pm - 12:45 pm (CST).
The remaining webinar dates range from April 18th through May 21st.
Please click the links in the flyer linked below to register for the remaining webinars.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1kPr_061I7xr1nO6MsuWurCT6RGQPBNUh/view
We are seeking a Dean of Students of high school for the current school year.
For more information and details on how to apply: www.discoveryhsf.org/page/employment
Our application window closes on Friday, Feb. 2 @ noon. Complete and submit your application for the 24-25 school year online at discoveryapplication.com.
Vote for Discovery Schools to win the Champions of Choice school spotlight award!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeSmOqsJ_7hMwk0SDxizis0a0vtkbv_nTVVG1f6oQNqGP7cNA/viewform?pli=1
Hello Swamp Owl Families,
Students were heard! Please watch this video clip regarding a change in our handbook that affects our uniform policy. Click here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1shHDJh6rzKhxNmT-MOv3Y3cT49oRoWzx/view?usp=sharing
Dr. Kennedy
Director of Culture
If you are trying to find a way to donate or volunteer for this years Fall Fest, follow the links below!
Amazon Wish List Donations: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/31YLPMUCTQW71?ref_=wl_share
SignUp Genius Donations: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/508084FAAAA2BA4FD0-44872059-fall#/
Parent/Adult Volunteer Sign up: https://fall-fest-volunteer.cheddarup.com
Reminder: Fall Fest is taking place on October 28th from 11:00AM - 4:00PM at Loyola's campus