Mon. 11/2 - Food Drive - 2nd period - PLEASE SEND IN FOOD Mon. 11/2 - Winter Sports packet & Fee deadline Tues 11/3 - Band Night Rehearsal Wed 11/4 - Early Out, school dismisses at 12:10 Thurs 11/5 - SAT (Dec 5) Registration deadline Thur 11/5 - Wednesday Schedule Thur 11/5 - Tarzan Performance, Dinner, Main stage, 5pm Thur 11/5 - Gallery Opening - Photography, 6pm Thur 11/5 - Spirit Line Parent Meeting, Cafe, 6pm Fri 11/6 - ACT Registration Deadline (Dec Test) Fri 11/6 - Tarzan Student Matinee, 10am Sat 11/7 - SAT Test Sun 11/8 - Tarzan Matinee, 2pm Mon 11/9 - Spirit Line Try outs, Cafe 3:45-5:30 Tues 11/10 - Spirit Line Try outs, Cafe 3:45-5:30 Thur 11/12 - Spirit Line Try outs, Cafe 3:45-5:30 Sat 11/14 - Barnes & Noble (Foothills) Early Childhood Fund Raiser, 10-11 am Tues 11/17 - Civics Test, Juniors Wed 11/18 - College Financial Aid Night, Cafe 6pm Wed 11/18 - "We Heard You" Tour with Diane Douglas, Supt Az Public Schools Mon 11/20-12/4 - SPIRIT WEEK Sat 12/5 - FORMAL, TCC, 8pm
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News from the Counseling Department
Week of November 2, 2015
Attendance Concerns
As we enter the final seven weeks of the first semester, we would like to take a few moments to remind you about the CDO attendance policy. According to the policy, a student may lose credit in a class when he/she exceeds 7 absences in a class for the semester. These absences may be excused or unexcused.
We have many students who have reached this limit, or are close to reaching the limit, this semester. Please keep in mind that it is extremely difficult for your student to be successful in his classes when he is not in class. We know that there are times that an absence is unavoidable. In those cases, please contact the attendance office to excuse the absence. We also recommend that your student check his teacher's website for missed work and/or email the teacher for work. In addition, you can check the Parent Portal (and your student can check the Student Portal) for current missing assignments and grade information.
If there is a medical condition that is keeping your student from attending school regularly, please contact your student's counselor for information about our Chronic Health program.
Save the Date!
Wednesday, November 18 at 6:00 pm in the Café
Financial Aid Night for Seniors
Come learn more about the financial aid process, the FAFSA, and how to qualify for the most amount of money. Financial aid is available for all types of post-secondary institutions. Although this evening is geared towards seniors, all grade levels are welcome. We will be hosting another Financial Aid Night for grades 9-11 in the spring.
IB applications are now available!
IB applications are now available for those sophomores who would like to join the IB program next year. Please pick up an application in the counseling office, outside Mrs. Cisco's office, or in Mr. Morin or Ms. Snider's rooms. Applications must be submitted no later than Friday, December 4 at 3:30 pm to either Mrs. Cisco or Mrs. Barcanic. Please see Mrs. Cisco or Mrs. Barcanic if you have any questions!!
Another great opportunity....
CDO will be offering the ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) for students on Monday, November 16 at 8:30 am. The ASVAB is the best aptitude and interest inventory available! If your student isn't sure about what career field he/she would like to go in to, this test can help them explore what they would be good at doing, and what they would enjoy doing (and where those two things overlap!). Please have your student sign up in the counseling office.
Scholarship Spotlight:
The 2016 GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program honors the legacy and character of our nation's 40th President by rewarding college-bound students who demonstrate exemplary leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship with financial assistance to pursue higher education. Through the generous support of GE, this national program annually awards $10,000 renewable scholarships to numerous students. To be eligible for this award, applications must:
- Demonstrate at school, at the workplace, and within the community the attributes of leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship
- Demonstrate strong academic performance (minimum 3.0 GPA)
- Demonstrate financial need
- Be a U.S. citizen
- Be a high school senior
- Plan to enroll in a full-time undergraduate course of study towards a bachelor's degree at an accredited four-year college or university in the U.S. for the entire 2015-2016 academic year
Upcoming College Visits:
November
Colorado Mesa University (Grand Junction, CO) Thursday, Nov. 5, 11:30 am
University of Alabama (Tuscaloosa, AL) Thursday, Nov. 5, 12:30 pm
Arizona State University Monday, Nov. 9, 9:30 am
Cal. Institute of the Arts (in CDO Little Theater) Tuesday, Nov. 17, 8:55 am
Financial Aid Night (in Café) Wednesday, Nov. 18, 6:00 pm
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SAT/ACT FREE PRACTICE TEST
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FREE SAT/ACT Combo Practice Test
ON SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14, there will be a Free SAT/ACT Combo Practice Test held by Kaplan Test Prep to help students decide between the New SAT or ACT. The practice test will be held at Pima Community College NW Campus, Room A106. PCC NW is located at 7600 N Shannon Rd. The test will run from 9:00a.m.-1:00p.m. Please visit kaptest.com/satvsact to reserve a seat today
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Canyon del Oro High School Canyon Players
proudly presents
Tarzan, The Musical
Book by David Henry Hwang
Music and Lyrics by Phil Collins
Based on the story 'Tarzan of the Apes' by Edgar Rice Burroughs and the Disney Film 'Tarzan'
Thursday, November 5 at 7:00p
Also available, Dinner and a Show sponsored by CDO Culinary @5:30p. $16.00. Reservations by calling 696.5692.
Friday, November 6 at 10:00a
Sunday, November 8 at 2:00p
Tickets $8.00 available at the door or by reservation, 696.5692 |
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CDO Film's 3rd Annual Horror Fest
CDO film fans packed the house last Thursday night to see the 3rd annual CDO Horror Fest which is organized each year by the CDO Film Club. Congratulations to all the film makers.
RESULTS:
Audience Favorite
- Boyz in the OV - created by Danny Lewis and Keana Gramii
Best Films of the Fest Awards
- 1st Place - Focal Point - Robert DeBoucher
- 2nd Place - Eyes - Nathan Firor
- 3rd Place - Bouquet - Jack Dauncey, Katrina Kuxhausen-Derose, Eric Wong, Gustavo Martinez-Bejerano, Abbie Gentzler
Technical Awards
- Best Cinematography - Focal Point - Robert DeBoucher
- Best Acting - Matt Collins, Jordan Arrellin (Focal Point) tied with CDO Football Team (Boyz in the OV)
- Best Editing - Focal Point - Robert DeBoucher
- Best Special Effects Editing- Focal Point - Robert DeBoucher
- Best Humor - A Haunting in E810 - Sara Johanntoberns and Robert DeBoucher
- Best use of the elements of Horror - Eyes - Nathan Firor
- Best Production Design - Intruder - Haley Arnold, Mariam Gunderson, Andrew Sallet, Eddie Vargas
- Best use of music - Focal Point - Robert DeBoucher tied with Intruder - Haley Arnold, Mariam Gunderson, Andrew Sallet, Eddie Vargas
- Best use of sound effects - Eyes - Nathan Firor
- Best screen play - Focal Point - Robert DeBoucher
Leadership: Congratulations to Robert DeBoucher and Sara Johanntoberns for their exceptional leadership and many hours of work to create the most successful Horror Fest in CDO Film Club history.
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REACH SEMINAR FOR STUDENTS
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REACH seminar on Wednesday, November 4.
Topic - Gifted Brains and Gifted Intensity.
REACH and Honors Students - Don't forget to get your permission slips signed for the seminar. Seminar during the morning of the November 4th early out.
Find permission slips here:
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ARIZONA CIVICS TEST FOR JUNIORS
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http://www.azcentral.com/story/news/arizona/politics/2015/01/15/arizona-passes-law-requiring-students-pass-civics-test/21830955/
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Scholars' Programs
There are many opportunities for Canyon del Oro students to excel, achieve academic excellence, and to be recognized for their achievements. Advanced placement classes, weighted courses, and the International Baccalaureate program are opportunities for students to go beyond - to challenge themselves and open doors.
Seals of Excellence are awarded by each CDO department and are awarded in the senior year. Seals are affixed to the diploma and recorded on the student's transcript. Each department has its own criteria:
National Honor Society: NHS recognizes academic excellence, character, leadership and service among high school students. Activities focus on service at Canyon del Oro High School and in the community. Juniors and Seniors with a minimum weighted GPA of 3.60 are contacted in the fall and given the opportnity to apply. Students must maintain a weighted 3.60 GPA in order to remain active memebers of the Honor Society. Only current, active members of NHS are eligible for recognition at the Senior Honors Assembly and the graduation ceremony.
Academic Letter: Students are eligible for an Academic Letter during the fall and spring semesters of their junior year and their senior year. Students must have an overall weighted GPA of 3.5 or higher, a weighted GPA of 3.5 or higher in the semester for which the letter is awarded, and have taken at least two "scholars classes." See Rhonda Ellerd in the principal's office for an application.
Arizona Academic Scholars: Arizona Academic Scholars is an initiative of the Arizona Business and Education Coalition (ABEC). Students receive a certificate for completing the following with a minimum grade of C in each core course, and in two credits of a language other than English. Core courses consist of the following: 4 credits of English; 3 credits of math (Minimum of Algebra 1, Geometry, and Algebra 2; 3 credits of social studies (World History, U.S. History, Government/Economics); 3 credits of a lab acience (Biology, Chemistry, and Physics).
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CDO FILM SPONSORSHIP DRIVE
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Orders placed by Sunday, September 27, 2015 will arrive to your home by October 10, 2015 (if shipped) or available for pick up at school on October 8, 2015 (choose pick up).
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If you shop Amazon, please use www.smile.amazon.com instead of just amazon and choose to support CDO Parent Organization. Every little bit helps us to help CDO.  |
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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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Please come support CDO Preschool and Early Childhood Education at Barnes and Noble on Nov 14th!
Attached is the information for our Book Fair at Barnes and Noble on November 14. The event will run open to close at the Foothills Mall location. We will be providing activities for children and families from 10:00am-11:00am and Barnes and Noble will host a Story Time at 11am in their Children's area upstairs. Our program can earn up to 25% of the sales from this event! Please note on the attachment, online purchases can be made the week after our book fair for any family or friends out of town who would like to purchase towards our fundraiser. You may share the voucher with friends and family in town too, they just need to notify the cashier of our event upon checkout. It's the perfect season for gifts! ;) Please let us know if you have any questions!
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Dorado Football Fans:
Why drag your seats back and forth to the games???
CDO IB students will be renting seats at every game. Seats cost 3.00 each or you can rent 2 seats for 5.00. Students will carry seats to the stands for you and we pick them up after the game! 100% of the proceeds benefit students during testing. We appreciate your support.
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 Yearbook - Senior Announcement
CDO Seniors: now that your photos are finished, put a great quote with it for the yearbook. Submit your appropriate quote using the boxes at the Library and Athletic Secretary. Leave your legacy in the Yearbook, get your quote submitted by Fall Break!
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Rembrandt School Pictures are in.
Pictures are available in the office for pick up.
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Parent & Student Portals
The Parent Portal and Student Portal are excellent resources for families to monitor academic progress. Previously established Parent Portal and Student Portal accounts should still be active from last year. If you need to set up a new Parent or Student Portal account or if you are having difficulty with your current account, please contact Patsy Valencia at pvalenci@amphi.com for help.
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Purchase Legacy Bricks
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Consider donating some of your 2015 Tax Credit in April. You may make donations throughout the year instead of waiting until December.
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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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