7th and 8th grade students for 2017-2018 school year...it's time to choose your electives! Please complete the following form in order to make your elective choice. If you have questions, please email christy.aymami@discoveryhsf.org. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeDZEzB8LczeNDRhkac-Lu6ct1BDsk9teDZk63XgSXql7CrKg/viewform?usp=sf_link
almost 9 years ago, Discovery Schools
KDHSA Volleyball Tryouts KDHSA will host the last day of volleyball tryouts for girls in grades 5-10, tomorrow, Tuesday July 25th. Tryouts will be held from 4:30 - 6 pm at the Muss Bertolino Gym, 600 W Esplanade Ave, Kenner, LA. All athletes should wear tennis shoes, comfortable clothing, and bring water. For questions, contact any of the following: Coach Jenn - Jennifer.dowd@discoveryhsf.org Coach Paula Lemoine - paula.lemoine@yahoo.com Coach Jeryl Fischtziur - jeryl.fischtziur@discoveryhsf.org Candice Schott - candice.schott@discoveryhsf.org
almost 9 years ago, Discovery Schools
Kenner Disocvery is looking for a MS Spanish Teacher! Middle School Spanish Teacher 6th-8th/ESL Support Teacher-Kenner Discovery Health Sciences Academy seeks Bachelor’s or Master’s degree teacher certified in Spanish Education.Certification in Elementary Education and/or Secondary Education is desirable. 1-5 years+ experience with children in a school setting. ESL certification or a willingness to obtain an ESL certification is required. Familiarity with Louisiana State Standards and LEAP Assessments is an asset. Knowledge of ELDA Test Administration, State/District ESL requirements, and best practices in ESL instruction is desirable. Interest in leading extracurricular student activities is a plus. Position available August 2017. https://workforcenow.adp.com/jobs/apply/posting.html?client=kdiscovery&jobId=24585&lang=en_US&source=CC3
almost 9 years ago, Discovery Schools
Kenner Discovery Health Sciences Academy is looking for a school nurse! School-based Nurse- Kenner Discovery Health Sciences Academy seeks a certified nurse with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree. Education certification is an asset. The nurse will: 1) administer care to sick students 2) actively coordinate with the Admin Team, Science Teachers, and HPE teachers to help deliver the KDHSA healthy living/healthy environment curriculum to students & families 3) maintain medical records and required health documents 4) serve in a leadership role for health policies, health programs, and compliance. Organization for record keeping is essential. Strong technology skills are needed. Position available August 2017. https://workforcenow.adp.com/jobs/apply/posting.html?client=kdiscovery&jobId=31189&lang=en_US&source=CC3
almost 9 years ago, Discovery Schools
Just a Reminder: If you have not come to Mandatory Forms Fill Out for your student for 2017-2018 school year at Kenner Discovery Health Sciences Academy, the last week is July 24 - July 28. The office will be opened from 7:30am to 4:00pm. Thank You!
almost 9 years ago, Discovery Schools
There are two bins located in the foyer at Maine Ave for donations. If you would like to purchase additional school supplies to help families in need or to help for projects throughout the year, please place items in the bin. In addition, there is a bin for uniform donations. This year we will not be holding a used uniform sale, but accepting donated items for those students in need. Please place any donated any uniform items in the bin in the foyer. If you are interested in selling or buying used uniforms, please feel free to join a parent run Facebook group. Please keep in mind that this uniform buy, sell, trade group is not monitored by the school and is run my parents of the school, not by school administration. Details on the closed Facebook page. If your family is need of assistance with uniforms or school supplies, please contact our parent liaison, Michelle Duplantier at michelle.duplantier@discoveryhsf.org.
almost 9 years ago, Discovery Schools
Washington D.C. Field Trip Fundraiser Reminder****** KDHSA Families: Our 7th & 8th graders have an amazing opportunity to experience an educational tour of Washington, D.C. in the spring of 2018. Let's help these students JUMP their way there by coming out to Skyzone on Tuesday, July 18, 2017. Please contact KDHSA parent, Jolene Spell at sweetspells22@aol.com if you have any questions. Click the link below to access the Sky Zone fundraiser flyer:https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B8zfSRCYGy0qTUJ3UzFVS25lRVFja2ZoRVRmOUc4WEVTM
almost 9 years ago, Discovery Schools
KDHSA Volleyball Tryouts: KDHSA will host volleyball tryouts for girls in grades 5 - 10 on Monday, July 24 through Wednesday, July 26. Tryouts will be held from 4:30 - 6 pm at the Muss Bertolino Gym, 600 W Esplanade Ave, Kenner. All athletes should wear tennis shoes, comfortable clothing, and bring water. For questions, contact any of the following: Coach Jenn - Jennifer.dowd@discoveryhsf.org Coach Paula Lemoine - paula.lemoine@yahoo.com Coach Jeryl Fischtziur - jeryl.fischtziur@discoveryhsf.org Candice Schott - candice.schott@discoveryhsf.org
almost 9 years ago, Candice Schott
KDHSA Families: Our 7th & 8th graders have an amazing opportunity to experience an educational tour of Washington, D.C. in the spring of 2018. Let's help these students JUMP their way there by coming out to Skyzone on Tuesday, July 18, 2017. Please contact KDHSA parent, Jolene Spell at sweetspells22@aol.com if you have any questions. Click the link below to access the Sky Zone fundraiser flyer: https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B8zfSRCYGy0qTUJ3UzFVS25lRVFja2ZoRVRmOUc4WEVTMklN
almost 9 years ago, Discovery Schools
Dear Parents, Guardians, and KDHSA Families, We are so excited to welcome you to the 2017-18 school year! Our school lobby will be open the weeks of July 11-14, July 17-21, and July 24-28 to complete the forms required by the Louisiana Department of Education. Listed below is a link to the forms notice recently sent to all KDHSA families via email: https://docs.google.com/a/discoveryhsf.org/document/d/1tFTaWa-kRPoVwvU6JqP8RAQdjDVeidFssu2jR0oq32Y/edit?usp=sharing We hope you are enjoying Summer Break! KDHSA Admin
almost 9 years ago, Discovery Schools
Dear Swamp Owls, We hope you are having a wonderful summer and are excited about the upcoming year. We would like to invite you to our Summer Conditioning program that will be held throughout the month of July, to prepare our student athletes for the upcoming year. There is no cost for this program. Middle School (Incoming 5th - 8th grade students) Conditioning with Coach Jenn Tuesdays and Wednesdays First Date Wednesday, July 12 Last Date Wednesday, August 2 7:30am - 8:30am High School (Incoming 9th and 10th grade students) Conditioning with Coach Fischtziur Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays First Date Tuesday, July 11 Last Date Thursday, August 3 7:30am - 9:00am You do not have to play a sport to participate. All students in grades 5 - 10 are invited to attend. Students will meet under the middle school pavilion. Wear: shorts, tennis shoes, t-shirt, sunscreen. Bring: A water bottle and a towel See you there!! KDHSA Athletic Department
almost 9 years ago, Discovery Schools
Don't forget to log those Scholastic Summer Reading Minutes! Check out the results as of 7.3.17 by student, by grade level!
almost 9 years ago, Discovery Schools
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Don't forget to log those Scholastic Minutes! Below is the current placement of KDHSA by each grade level. #read #logscholastic Grade Level (Minutes Read) PreK/K (10,715) 1st (10,262) 2nd (17,784) 3rd Place 3rd (32,780) 1st Place 4th (21,951) 2nd Place MS/HS: 5th (14,627) 1st Place 6th (1,274) 7th (615) 8th (3,596) 3rd Place 9th (4,874) 2nd Place
almost 9 years ago, Discovery Schools
High School Supply List is now posted on the KDHSA Website. There is one available for returning students and one for new students to KDHSA. It can also been downloaded here: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/64716/KDHSHSSupplyList.pdf Thank you! KDHSA HS Admin
almost 9 years ago, Discovery Schools
The KDHSA Music Program Presents KDHSA Music Rehearsals-Summer Session A summer workshop to help prepare students interested in being in the 2017-2018 KDHSA Band (including drumline) and/or KDHSA Orchestra. Mr.Totora and Mrs.Greer (both KDHSA music directors) will be leading the week long summer rehearsals. Who Can Participate: 2017-2018 6th-10th graders interested in band or orchestra *no experience required When: July 10-14, 2017 Where: Music Room (205) Band: 8-10 am Orchestra: 11-1 pm Students will be preparing for next year’s music performances including concerts and parades. Students must have an instrument in order to attend. If students don’t currently have an instrument, please contact danielle.greer@discoveryhsf.org or ronald.totora@discoveryhsf.org Band instruments Flute Clarinet Alto Saxophone Trumpet Trombone Tuba Percussion Orchestra instruments Violin Viola Cello Bass If interested, please fill out the Google Form found at : https://goo.gl/forms/FRdAmrzvHbkPn59m1
almost 9 years ago, Discovery Schools
All KDHSA Summer Programs (Bridges, Summer School, Discovery Camp, Community Works Camp, and Cheer) will re-open tomorrow and resume regular schedules. Kindly, The KDHSA Admin Team
almost 9 years ago, Sharon Preen, Assistant Head of School
(Severe Weather Update) Attention Bridges Students, Summer School Students, Discovery Campers and Community Works Campers KDHSA Families: Due to the potential severe weather this week, the administration has decided to CANCEL all summer programs on 6/21 and 6/22. This includes Bridges, Summer School, Discovery Camp, and Community works Camp. Our top priority is the safety of your child. As the weather continues to develop and weather predictions are more accurate we will keep you informed through our push messaging system. KDHSA Administration, Operations,and Facility Crew will report to work as usual. With HEART, KDHSA Admin Team
almost 9 years ago, Sharon Preen, Assistant Head of School
(Severe Weather Watch) Attention Bridges Students, Summer School Students, Discovery Campers and Community Works Campers KDHSA Families: Due to the potential severe weather this week, the administration is closely watching the forecast. Our top priority is the safety of your child. As the weather continues to develop and weather predictions are more accurate we will keep you informed through our push messaging system. Please be on alert this week for messages regarding building closure and cancellation of programs, if needed. With HEART, KDHSA Admin Team
almost 9 years ago, Sharon Preen, Assistant Head of School
Information about Summer Reading, for students taking Carnegie Unit (High School Level) English courses can be located on the KDHSA website under the "Documents" tab, in the folder called "Summer Reading Information 2017-2018", in the folder titled "High School Summer Reading" or following this url: http://www.discoveryhsf.org/o/kenner-discovery/browse/10095 All students need the information "High School Summer Reading Lists" and "Book of Choice Assignments". The other documents are book specific. Thank you for your patience! KDHSA High School Admin
almost 9 years ago, Discovery Schools
SUMMER SCHOOL AND BRIDGES PROGRAM Update Parents/Guardians please be aware of the drop off and pick up location, as well as program times. ARRIVAL AND DISMISSAL will take place in THE HORSESHOE ONLY ARRIVAL IS 8:20 for Summer School and Bridges STUDENT IS TARDY AFTER 8:30 If a student arrives after gate is locked, please enter through the front office (Maine Ave.) BRIDGES DISMISSAL IS AT 12:00 (Horseshoe) BRIDGES STUDENTS DO NOT NEED TO WEAR UNIFORMS. SUMMER SCHOOL STUDENTS MUST WEAR UNIFORMS. Thank you for being our partners and giving us the privilege to educate your children.
almost 9 years ago, Sharon Preen, Assistant Head of School