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Have a great week Dorado Families!!
Mon. Feb 9 - Spring Sports begin Mon. Feb 9 - Race to Nowhere Community Forum - IRHS Aud 6pm Tues. Feb 10 - Open Enrolled Students Pre-Registration Night 6-8pm Sat. Feb 14 - So. AZ Honor Band Jr High Version, 8am-6pm Mon. Feb 23 - AIMS Testing - Regular Block Schedule Tues. Feb 24 - AIMS Testing - Regular Block Schedule We. Feb 25 - AIMS Testing - Regular Block Schedule Wed. Feb 25 - Arizona State Math Contest, 8:20-10am Sun. Mar 22 - Race for the Cure - Support Pink Dorados Fri. Mar 28- Amphi Foundation Gala
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From the Counseling Department
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News from the Counseling Department
Week of February 9, 2015
Pre-registration for classes for the 2015-2016 school year has begun!
Counselors will continue visiting the 9-11th grade English classes this week to discuss pre-registration for the 2015-2016 school year. Students will be reminded of the graduation requirements and will be given a copy of their transcript so that they can plan for the appropriate classes for next year. In addition, students will be updating the hard copy of their ECAP (Education and Career Action Plan - a graduation requirement!) with the counselors that will be kept on file and available to students for review and revision.Shortly following the English class visits, all 9-11
th graders will meet with counselors in the computer lab (again, with their English class) so that they can enter their course requests directly into the computer. Prior to meeting in the lab, every student should have completed a hard copy of their course requests that should be reviewed with a parent (we ask for a parent signature on the form as well).If you or your student has any questions about which classes should be taken next year, we encourage you/your student to come in and meet with the appropriate counselor for assistance.
A pre-registration note for parents of Pre-IB 9th graders
Please have your Pre-IB 9th graders review their course selections with Mrs. Barcanic prior to submitting their requests. It is important to ensure that they remain on-track for entering the IB program their junior year. Thank you!
Graduation Requirements
To assist you and your student in selecting the proper courses for next year, we have listed the CDO graduation and Arizona university entrance requirements here:
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Requirements
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CDO Graduation
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Arizona University Entrance
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English
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4 credits
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4 credits
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Math
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4 credits
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4 credits
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Science
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3 credits
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3 credits
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Social Studies
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3 credits
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2 credits
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PE
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1.5 credits
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Fine Art/CTE
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1 credit of either
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1 credit of Fine Art
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Electives
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5.5 credits
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2 credits of a 2nd Language
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Total
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22 credits
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16 credits
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Additional Requirements
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ECAP
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SAT or ACT
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AIMS or AzMERIT
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SAT and ACT Registration
It is time for college bound juniors to start looking into registering for these exams. College bound juniors should take an SAT and/or ACT during the spring of their junior year. This allows plenty of time to retest early in the senior year if desired and still meet college application deadlines. Registration for the SAT occurs at http://sat.collegeboard.org and registration for the ACT occurs at www.actstudent.org. Please contact your students' counselor if you have any questions about either of these exams.
It's time to start thinking about what your student is going to do this summer!
There are many options available to high school students throughout the summer to improve their academic skills, investigate various career fields, experience college life, give back to their communities, and many other opportunities. We will be compiling a list of various summer opportunities and posting them on our website (thank you Mrs. Mapp!) at: http://www.amphi.com/schools/cdo-high/counseling/summer-opportunities.aspx. Please check the list often as more opportunities will be added on a regular basis as they become available. Many programs require an application and application deadlines begin as early as February for summer 2015.
Scholarship Spotlight:
Alisa's Angels Scholarships: The Alisa's Angels Foundation awards four $2500 scholarships to Arizona graduating seniors to help youth who are helping others. They award these scholarships in memory of Alisa, who established a legacy of helping and caring for people because she believed "that is what we were put on earth to do." The scholarships are awarded based on the student's service to others and need. The student nominee must have a minimum GPA of 2.75. To Apply:
Deadline = March 1, 2015
Upcoming College Visits:
- University of Arizona - Tuesday, February 10, 9:00 am
- Arizona State University - Wednesday, February 11, 10:30 am
- Grand Canyon University - Tuesday, February 17, 9:00 am
- Pima Community College - Thursday, February 19, 9:00 am
- Pima Honors Program - Thursday, February 19, 9:00 am
Save the Date for the upcoming Tucson Spring College Fair: Sunday, March 22, 1:00-3:30 pm, University of Arizona, Student Union Memorial Center. For a list of participating colleges, please visit http://rmacac.org/college-fairs/spirng-college-fair-in-tucson-az/ (web address was copied and pasted directly from the site - the typo is in the actual address, not in our typing of the address here). In addition, students should pre-register for this fair at www.gotocollegefairs.com. Please see the attached flier for more information.
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Race to Nowhere Community Presentation
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Please join us to discuss this event with other community members and our panel:
- Steve Barcanic, MA, LPC, a Arizona Licensed Professional Counselor who has provided individual counseling, parent coaching, school-based counseling, and seminars for parents and teachers for over 15 years.
- Diana Honebrink, MD, FAAP, a pediatrician at Oro Valley Pediatrics where she has been practicing since 2006. Dr. Honebrink completed her pediatric residency at Children's Hospital of St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center in Phoenix. She has lived in Oro Valley since 2001.
- Stefanie Basij, Director, Freshman Recruitment and Enrollment Services, University of Arizona
- Matt Ellis, Senior Director, Admission Services at Arizona State University
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Congratulations Academic Decathalon
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 CDO Academic Decathlon Wins 14th Consecutive Regional Competition
With one of the most balanced performances in recent history, Canyon del Oro High School's Academic Decathlon team earned its 14th consecutive regional championship at the 2015 Arizona Academic Decathlon Region III Competition on February 6 and 7 at Walden Grove High School in Sahuarita. Nicole Enos earned the highest score of all competitors to lead CDO to victory over 13 other teams from Pima, Yuma, and Cochise counties. Cibola High School of Yuma, and Buena High School of Sierra Vista, finished 2nd and 3rd respectively. With a score of 46,756.9 points, CDO earned the highest score in the state of Arizona, and the 9th highest score to date this year in the United States. The members of the team earned 69 medals, and thousands of dollars in scholarships and cash prizes. Luisa Placencia earned a special trophy for best interview score, while Nicole, Luisa, Sarah Spurlin, Mason Sargent, Michael Yuhas, Matt Welch, Caleb Yetman, and Martin Ramirez Araujo received awards for finishing at in the top three of their divisions. Zach Azares also earned medals.
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This week at Dorado Bistro we offer a special valentines menu. $10.00 includes beverage and choice of 1 appetizer, entrée, and dessert. Bring your special someone for a pre-valentine celebration! We open at 3:51 pm and have last seating at 7:00 p.m. For parties greater than 4 please call the number on bottom of this email or reply to this email to make a reservation prior to Friday. Please include how many in your party, what time you wish to be seated and a phone number so we confirm all information.
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Thank you Fitsmi - Race to Nowhere Sponsor
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Thank you for sponsoring "Race to Nowhere"
Fitsmi has two professionally developed and physician approved nutrition coaching programs; One is for overweight teen girls to help them learn ways to adopt a healthy lifestyle in an engaging way. Check out their free, supportive website and sign up for effective, small group support and professional nutrition coaching for a discount with our coupons on the table.
Fitsmi also offers a fantastic website and a small group coaching option specifically for parents of overweight teens and preteens. In addition to professional dietitian/nutritionists, this program also features a Psychologist to help parents best support their kid's lifestyle change. Discounts are available for both programs using coupon codes found on the flyers.
http://www.fitsmiformoms.com/coaching/parents/Â
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Annual Parent Survey from Mr. DeWeerdt
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Annual Parent Survey
Dear CDO Parents and Guardians,
I have an important item, I would like to share with you:
Parent Survey:
In an effort to improve our district and school practices, we are conducting a parent survey. We value your opinion and ask that you take the time to complete this survey. In order to complete the survey, please go to, or cut and paste the following link into your browser:
http://www.advanc-ed.org/survey/public/0425845
Please be assured that your responses to this survey will be anonymous. Your opinion is appreciated. This parent survey will take the place of the Spring Climate Survey that you may be used to participating in. Please complete this survey prior to March 13th.
Thank you for your time and attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
Paul DeWeerdt, Principal
Canyon del Oro High School
25 West Calle Concordia, Oro Valley, AZ 85704
Office: (520) 696-5565 | Fax: (520) 696-5746
http://www.amphi.com/schools/cdo-high.aspx
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Schedule Change & AIMS Information
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Calendar / Schedule change!Tuesday & Wednesday, February 24 & 25 are no longer "late in" days. The schedule that week will be all "block" schedule days similar to the week of Thanksgiving as we are off that Thursday & Friday for Rodeo Break. Therefore, Monday, February 23rd will be a "Tuesday" block day schedule, Tuesday will be a "Wednesday" schedule, and Wednesday will be a "Thursday" schedule. Please adjust your calendar as needed and we apologize for the change.
AIMS Testingwill still be administered the week of February 23rd to Juniors & Seniors still needing to pass. The writing exam will be administered on Monday, February 23rd, the reading exam will be administered on Tuesday, February 24th, and the math exam will be administered on Wednesday, February 25th. Those students still needing to pass will be notified of where to report for testing. Testing will begin each day at 8:00 am. Any junior or senior who wishes to test in order to attempt to "Exceed" needs to see Mrs. Hutcherson in the administration building immediately. There are NO makeup days for AIMS testing!
AIMS Tutoringis available to those students still needing to pass. Interested students should contact Mrs. Bonar or Dr. Godlewski at 696-5660 or in their classroom G-704.
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CDO ANNOUNCEMENTS
DRESS CODE
- HEY DORADOS! This is a reminder that the dress code is still in effect. Ladies, your tops must have straps on the shoulders, no showing or exposed undergarments and your midriff, front and back, must be covered. Open or exposed backs on shirts are not allowed, either. Gentlemen, same for you: no exposed undergarments, no tank tops where the armpit hole extends to the waist, no exposed midriff and no images or language on shirts that violate the dress code. Dress code violators will be directed to Mrs. Henkel in Counseling where they will exchange their top for a CDO t-shirt. Keep it classy CDO.
STUDENT IDs
- A GENTLE REMINDER ABOUT IDs: IDs must be worn and displayed while on campus by all students. Around the neck or on the bag facing front is perfectly acceptable. In the pocket or out of site is unacceptable - students must have it on and showing. If you don't have it on or showing in front you will most likely receive a lunch detention. Thanks for your thoughtful cooperation.
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CDO SPIRIT MERCHANDISE
It's cold outside... Check out our cold weather CDO Gear! We've got shirts, scarves, bags and more.
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Sponsors Needed:
The CDO Parent Organization will be co-sponsoring a presentation of the video "Race to Nowhere" with Ironwood Ridge Nighthawk Parent Organization, on Monday February 9 at 6:00 pm in the IRHS Auditorium.
We are looking for sponsors to help cover the costs of printing and advertising of the event. Sponsors who donate at least $50 will be thanked multiple times in both high school parent weekly emails and at the event.
If you are interested, please Contact cdoparentorg@gmail.com
More information about the presentation is available on "Race to Nowhere" website. Specific evening info listed below, including community panel.
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Legacy Bricks have been installed next to the East Parking lot by the main gate, near the bookstore. Video & Pics will be available soon.
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CDO Silent Witness Hot Line
696-5564
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(Confidential)
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Website
Officer Beauchamp:
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Officer Brown:
tbrown@amphi.com
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SAT Test Dates @ CDO
Test dates:
To register go to
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