Another change that happened this summer is that Cyber Village Academy has changed authorizers.  While we were originally sponsored by the Minneapolis School District, we have now switched to an excellent organization called Innovative Quality Schools, or IQS.  This organization exists solely to authorize and support charter schools and will be actively involved in helping CVA better serve our students.  Quoting from their mission statement:  

 The sole Mission of Innovative Quality is to...

• authorize a variety of models of chartered schools in both urban and greater Minnesota
• hold authorized schools accountable for achieving high standards as exemplified by each student being a successful learner prepared for the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century
• pursue schools that foster innovation in public education.

 Checking Moodle Pages

In order to help students manage their weekly on campus and online assignments better, we plan this year to make the moodle assignment pages available earlier in the week, on Mondays.  To help with parent/teacher communication we also plan to post in-class assignments for the week.   

Please make sure your students know that there are many assignments that can be started/completed before the Th/Fri online days.  In fact, if they wait until then to begin, they probably will not be able to complete all assignments during the school days.

Be aware that some assignments will need classroom instruction before they can be completed.  But looking over an assignment before the instruction can help students learn what to listen for and maybe what questions to ask! 

We still need a volunteer coach or coaches for our 7th/8th grade soccer team. Please note we are more than welcome to the idea of Co-Head Coaches or Tri-Head Coaches. We just need people to oversee the practices and games. On that note, also know that Mr. Orr will take care of all the logistical work. If you have any questions about this, would like to help out or know of anyone who would, please pass this information along and contact Mr. Orr ASAP at corr@cybervillageacademy.org.  

NO COACHES = NO TEAM!  :(

Wireless Availability   

We mentioned in an earlier newsletter that HS students are invited to bring their own computers to school. To make this possible, we have added a wireless network to the basement (High School) rooms.  In addition, some of you may remember that last year students brought their own computers to the study center.  In order to maintain the integrity of our servers we need to install a separate server to allow student access upstairs.  Until we do so, we will not be able to provide wireless access in the Study Center. Be assured that installing a network upstairs is a very high priority for us, and as soon as funds are available, we will be doing so.  The anticipated cost of this upgrade is about $4000.  If you or someone you know is interested in donating directly toward this need, please let David Glick know!  Students are still allowed to bring computers to study center, but will need to use the school computers to access online lessons or attend the HS study center in the basement classroom. 

New Lunch Catering 

Don't forget the hot lunch menu and order form to sign up for which days you would like to have a lunch delivered for your students. September lunch orders will be due back to the school by September 5th.

All Monday and Tuesday hot lunches must be pre-ordered and pre-paid! Please do not send money with your child in the morning to purchase a lunch for that same day.

Pizza Wednesdays will continue offering cheese and pepperoni pizza for $3 per slice or 2 slices for $5. However, students are requested to pay in advance into a lunch account using the attached order form rather than bring cash each week.

Milk is also available daily at a cost of $0.05 to students or free to qualifying families. Students can sign up for milk in advance, or purchase it daily.

Washington D.C. Trip 

Information Meeting

CVA is heading to Washington DC!

This is an optional field trip that scheduled for April 24th - 27th, 2013! There will be a parent informational meeting on Wednesday, September 5th, at 4:00pm in the science room.  This trip is open to students  enrolled in grades 7, 8 and 9 at CVA.  Please plan to join us for this information meeting.

CVA students have received the honor of placing a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknowns at Arlington National Cemetery.   

Arlington National Cemetery is one of our most sacred shrines honoring our nations' Veterans and their families who have sacrificed their lives for our freedom while serving in past and present conflicts.  This ceremony will take place on April 25th with four of our students being the official wreath party.  We are very honored to be a part of this event.

Please email Mr. Rand or Robyn with questions about Washington D.C. 2013!  CVA will travel if 10 students sign up before September 15th.  September 15th is the FINAL deadline for this trip.

To register: www.worldstrides.org 

Deposit Amount: $99.00

Trip ID#: 77019

Destination: Washington DC

CVA SOCCER

The school year is fast approaching and that also means the 3rd season of CVA Soccer!  Here is some important information you will need to know.

• Registration: Please print and fill out the attached registration form and turn it in to the office.   This form is also on the website under FAQ -- sports. 
• Cost: The fee for 5th/6th (4th graders are welcome, but they need to understand they will be playing against older and bigger players) is $60. The fee for 7th/8th graders is $70. Please pay Melissa by Wednesday, September 5th (Checks Payable to: CVA)  
• Jerseys: We will wear the same jerseys as last year, so returning players don't need to get a new one unless they want to. We will be placing the order on Wednesday, September 5th.
• Practices: Practices will be on Tuesdays after school for both teams from 3:45 pm - 5:15 pm. The first practice will be September 11th.
• Games:  
• 5th/6th: Play on Wednesdays with all but maybe 1 game played at CVA. (Game times usually around 4:30 pm with the 2nd game at 5:30 pm if we play a double header)
• 7th/8th: Play on Fridays at either McMurray Fields or Ft. Snelling. Games start between 4:00 pm and 5:00 pm usually. Some make-up games may be played on Mondays. Each team will play 8 or 9 games. Some players may be asked to play on both teams occasionally depending on numbers.
• The first games will be September 12th for 5th/6th and September 14th for 7th/8th.

Thanks! We are all looking forward to another successful soccer season at CVA! If you have any questions please contact Mr. Orr.