Kenner Discovery Health Sciences Academy

JPPSS will be folding a Dandridge Town Hall Meeting Public is invited to attend 6-7pm East Bank: Monday, April 23, 2018 GT Woods Elementary 1037 31st St Kenner, LA 70065 West Bank: Tuesday, April 24, 2018 LW Higgins High School 7201 Lapalco Blvd. Marrero, LA 70072 See the attachment for more information.

Tick! Tock! The BASH Gala is 2 days away. Still time to buy tickets. The auction items are all LIVE- Happy Bidding! Use the link to purchase tickets and bid -https://501auctions.com/discoverybash

The month of April celebrates the International Day of Dance. In recognition of this, students may dress down on Friday, April 20th. The cost is $2. Proceeds will benefit the Middle School and High School Owlette Dance Teams. Please see the student handbook for dress down guidelines. Thank you for your support

So excited to open the BASH Gala Auction Site! Use the link below to purchase tickets and begin your bidding on the wonderful student produced art, as well as special KDHSA student experiences. May the highest bidder be YOU!!! Still time to donate to the BASH -restaurant gift cards, wine and silent auction items. Deadline is Wednesday afternoon. https://501auctions.com/discoverybash

4/13/2018 Dear KDHSA Families: Due to the threat of severe weather tomorrow, which includes straight line winds of up to 75 mph, heavy rainfall, and potential tornadoes, we are canceling the HEALTH FAIR at MAINE CAMPUS. Please look for a follow up communication with the new date for the rescheduled HEALTH FAIR event. Saturday Academy at MAINE CAMPUS is canceled tomorrow. The KDHSA Administration will send information with new dates for the rescheduled Saturday Academy. We apologize for any inconvenience. The safety of our students, teachers, and parents is always our top priority. Kindly, KDHSA Admin Team

UPDATE! High School Testing Volunteers Needed: LEAP/EOC Testing is just around the corner! We will need the help of our wonderful volunteers to assist with hall monitoring as our 3rd - 10th graders test, test, test! The Hall Monitor assists test instructors with obtaining needed supplies, relaying concerns during testing to administrators, and ensuring the hallways remain silent while students are testing. Volunteers are needed certain Mondays - Fridays from 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Please see the sign up options available in the link below. Thank you to everyone who can help out during this very important time for our students! http://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090f48afaa29a0fb6-leap

KDHSA Families, Dr. Glaser has requested that we schedule an early dismissal day on 4/20 for the Maine Campus and the Vintage Campus. Maine campus will release at 2:10 and Vintage campus will release at 2:00. Community Works aftercare will be available for our regular aftercare students, only those who are registered. As you know, the Kenner Discovery Bash is taking place that evening.The Bash is the most important annual fundraising event. It helps raise money to support curriculum, technology, athletics, facility, professional development, and our new facility which is coming soon. Many of our teachers and staff help set up and work the event. With this in mind, we want to give all faculty and staff time to get ready to attend the Bash. We hope that you also attend the Bash and celebrate our community, your partnership with us and your children’s accomplishments. We look toward an exciting future with your children! With HEART, The Kenner Discovery Admin Team

Interested in becoming a part of the KDHS cheerleading squad? Cheerleading tryouts for current 8th-10th grade boys and girls: -Clinic - Monday, April 16 (3:45-5:30pm) -Tryouts - Wednesday, April 18 (3:45-5:30pm) Tryouts will be held in the Cafeteria at the HS Campus Details: Wear comfortable clothing, socks, and tennis shoes. No jewelry! Complete a tryout packet (found in the Documents section of the website) Any further questions, contact: haley.melancon@discoveryhsf.org

Good evening! The 3rd Quarter Report Cards for High School are available on OnCourse Connect. Click the tutorial below to find out how to print your student's report card at home! https://www.iorad.com/player/120937/How-to-Print-Report-Cards-from-OnCourse-Connect If you have any questions, or need your OnCourse Connect login information, please email me. Christy Aymami christy.aymami@discoveryhsf.org

The Fourth Annual Discovery Bash Gala is just two weeks away! If you plan to attend and would be interested and willing to give a few minutes of your time to help make the event run smoothly, it would be appreciated very much so. We just need a few helpers to have insider access to the gala experience at the wine pull, grub grab, auction, 50/50, check-in and check-out. The time slots are approximately 45 minutes. The link below contains details and sign-up options. You may also email Michelle Duplantier, Parent Liaison, at michelle.duplantier@discoveryhsf.org. www.SignUpGenius.com/go/4090F48AFAA29A0FB6-kdhsa2

Thank you for your attendance at our LEAP 2025 Parent Information Meeting!! Just a reminder...the dress down day for students whose parent’s attended will NOT be tomorrow! Your student will get a pass at a later date! Thank you! KDHSA Testing Admin

Come and join us at the NEST PTO General Meeting, directly following the LEAP Parent Meeting, Wednesday, April 4th! LEAP Parent Meeting - 5:45pm-6:45pm Refreshments - 6:45pm-7:00pm NEST PTO General Meeting 7:00pm-8:00pm Need childcare? No worries! The Varisty and JV Dance Teams are offering childcare for $5 per child, to include popcorn, juiceboxes and water, with optional pizza at $2 per slice. (The children must be potty trained). See you tonight! Share with all!

The Kenner Discovery S.C.O.P.E. Class Presents: The 3rd Annual Kenner Discovery Health Fair on Saturday, April 14, 2018, from 10 am-2 pm at 2504 Maine Avenue. Some of our community partners and activities are: Ochsner Extract Strawberry DNA, The Blood Center Blood Drive, Ochsner Fitness Center, Jazzercise, Kenner Fire Department Smoke House, Marine Obstacle Course & Fitness Skills, Young Living Essential Oils, Delivering Hope NOLA, 4-H Bicycle Powered Smoothies, Body Systems Walk, Health Tips from Professionals and Games with SCOPE Students!

Notice: The 7/8 Boys Baseball and the MS Girls Softball games are cancelled today, 4/4/2018.

Reminder: Deadline to submit restaurant gift cards for the Discovery Bash “grub grab” is Wednesday, April 11th. We are seeking gift cards from local restaurants valued at $20 or more! Each family that donates a $20 (or more) gift card will be entered to win a pair of Discovery Bash tickets ($200 value). The more you donate the more chances you have to win! For example, $100 gift card = 5 chances. Plus…Your kids will get a FREE DRESS DAY on April 20th just as a thank you for donating. To count for ticket drawing and free dress day, donation must be clearly labeled “GALA” with parent AND student(s) names. Place gift card in envelope or ziplock bag - please do not write on actual gift card.

Come and join us at the NEST PTO General Meeting, directly following the LEAP Parent Meeting, Wednesday, April 4th! LEAP Parent Meeting - 5:45pm-6:45pm Refreshments - 6:45pm-7:00pm NEST PTO General Meeting 7:00pm-8:00pm Need childcare? No worries! The Varisty and JV Dance Teams are offering childcare for $5 per child, to include popcorn, juiceboxes and water, with optional pizza at $2 per slice. (The children must be potty trained).

Dear Parents and Guardians: In the spirit of being good neighbors to our community, please do not block the driveways of the homes around our campus. When attending an event on campus, please park your vehicle at least 3 feet from our neighbors’ driveways to allow them plenty room to enter and exit their driveways easily. We appreciate your continued support of our school and for being our partners in educating your children. Thank you for your cooperation, The Admin Team

KDHSA Families: This afternoon KDHSA was notified of a disturbance at Walmart near the Maine Ave Campus. All students and staff immediately moved into lockdown. KDHSA Admin called 911 to verify the report and to inform emergency services of the school’s lockdown. The 911 operator reported that the situation was handled and under control and that KDHSA was safe to move out of lockdown. Our students and staff responded swiftly and safely to the lockdown announcement as previously practiced during multiple safety drills throughout the school year. We know this matter may have upset some students. As you know, your child’s safety and wellbeing is paramount. Please speak with your child this evening to ensure they know that safety is our priority, and our goal is their protection. With H.E.A.R.T. to our Swamp Owl Family KDHSA Admin TEAM

Lower School Fun Friday Snack, Tomorrow, Mar. 23rd KDHSA Lower School will offer a Fun Friday Snack on Friday, March 23, 2018. All students who are in good standing may bring one to two dollars ($1 - $2) to purchase a snack during their recess time. Proceeds will go to the PBIS program. Students may wear a KDHSA school spirit shirt with uniform bottoms and black shoes. Healthy snack options include bottled water, pickles, popcorn, chips, pretzels, pringles, and other treats.

LEAP 2025 Parent Info Night. Parents/Guardians in grades 3rd-10th... Please join us on April 4th from 5:45-6:45 in the MAINE CAMPUS CAFE to get an overview of the LEAP 2025 Assessments and supporting resources. Teacher representatives will be available to answer questions and provide suggestions. A free dress reward will be given for any student whose parent attends.