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A.J. Dimond High School Community Newsletter April 2016

Letter from the Principal

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Wednesday-Saturday March 30-April 2“Sound of Music”Auditeria 7:00 pm

Saturday, April 9Prom

Changepoint 8:00 pm - 12:00 am

Thursday April 14Honor Grad Night

7:00 pm

Friday/Saturday April 15-16Film Festival

Auditeria 7:00 pm

Monday April 18Maroon & Gold Night

Commons 7:00 pm

Friday April 22JROTC Change of Command

Old Gym 7:00 pm

Tuesday April 26Student Government Inauguration

Commons 6:00 pm

Wednesday April 27Orchestra ConcertAuditeria 7:00 pm

Thursday April 28Senior Fun Day

Crossover AssemblyMeet @ Dimond 9:15 am

Thursday April 28Awards Night

7:00 pm

Friday April 29Band Concert

Auditeria 7:00 pm

Wednesday May 4Choir Concert

Auditeria 7:00 pm

Greetings Parents and Guardians-Happy Spring!

Another school year is quickly ap-proaching an end! It is that time of year in which we recog-nize our seniors for their academic and athletic achieve-ments. The success of our students is in

part due to the shared vision of excellence. We work every year to foster student inter-est and provide opportunities for students to “stretch.” Seniors are encouraged to fin-ish strong and prepare for a new and ad-venturous path into the world of adulthood. Many will explore postsecondary educa-tion, vocational education and the career/workforce. It is our goal in the last weeks with seniors to provide them with the re-sources and assistance in making crucial future decisions. With continued collabo-ration with families and staff, our seniors will be well prepared for life after high school. Your encouragement and support of your students learning and high school ex-perience is greatly appreciated. Thank you for being involved in the learning process of your student.

Social Emotional Learning has become a focus this year. We are proud to declare that the initiative is successfully being implemented. Over the last few months staff and our Ignition Mentors have been working with Nicole Frazier, Educational Consultant with Engaging School. She has provided the SEL team with strategies to fully infuse SEL throughout the school. All staff and students will benefit tremen-dously from her expertise in helping im-prove student learning.

In the month of April we will be adminis-tering the AMP test. Schools are required to test all students in order to provide two

years of information to parents, teachers and districts about learning of each student as well as the performance of the school and district. Parents have the right to make educational decisions for their child; in the event of non-participation, parents are to submit a letter notifying the school of the decision. Students are encouraged to get plenty of rest and eat a healthy breakfast on testing days. We are encouraging students to do their best and take the test seriously.

Student Decorum Matters! A caring com-munity and school climate that encourages students to be actively engaged in learning and the school community contributes to a positive and nurturing school environment. This year we have seen a significant decline in student discipline behavior. We appreci-ate the support you have given in encourag-ing your students to be focused and produc-tive in their learning.

As we approach the end of the school year, we encourage students to work hard and finish strong. Please continue your contact with teachers and the counselor to assist you with any concerns regarding aca-demic progress.

The Dimond PTSA is an invaluable orga-nization to the school. Parent volunteers have put in countless hours over the years running the school store and attending school events. We are very grateful for their service and generous donations each year. This semester a total $24,000 was awarded in grants. We truly believe that the Di-mond PTSA is outstanding. As a means of showing our appreciation, staff nominated the PTSA for the AEA Outstanding PTA Award. They have been selected to receive the Outstanding PTA Award and will recog-nized at the AEA Awards Banquet on April 21. Congratulations Dimond PTSA!

Warm Regards,Tina Johnson-Harris

Frank Hauser, Curriculum Assistant Principal - 742-7008

CURRICULUM NEWS

Spring is in the air, and it’s time to think about testing and graduation! As we make our way toward the proverbial finish line, it’s important to remember that we still have a lot

to accomplish before the end of the school year, and like all great races, the winners are often the ones who push through to the end and finish strong.

AMP (Alaska Measures of Progress) testing will be held in April. The AMP test administration at Dimond will consist of two, three-hour sections (English lan-guage arts and math) and will take approx-imately two days to complete. Freshmen will start AMP testing on Tuesday, April 5, with the final tests completed on Fri-day, April 8. Sophomores will start testing on Tuesday, April 12, with the final tests completed on Friday, April 15. In addition to the English language arts and math sec-tions, sophomores will take a science por-tion of the AMP test the following week. The science test will take approximately three hours. Sophomore students will take the AMP science test on either Tuesday, April 19 or Wednesday, April 20. Make-up tests for students missing their assigned testing days will take place during the fol-lowing windows: April 7-15 for freshmen and April 14-22 for sophomores. For more information about AMP testing, please vis-it www.asdk12.org/ae/amp or contact the Dimond Curriculum Office.

Dimond Awards Night is coming soon, so seniors, please notify Ms. Kim Lauw-ers (lauwers_kimberly@asdk12.org), in the CRC, of any scholarships you have received. You can also pick up an awards form in the CRC or curriculum office to submit to Ms. Lauwers. We would like to know about all scholarships received, whether they are accepted or not, so we can recognize these accomplishments at the Dimond Awards Night ceremony.

Seniors, mark your calendars! Dimond graduation will take place at the Sullivan Arena on Wednesday, May 11 at 7:00 p.m. Seniors will take their finals on Thursday, May 5 and Friday, May 6. These are criti-cally important days for seniors. Seniors, if you want to guarantee that you will be eligible to walk at graduation, please make sure you submit all class work on time, are present and prepared for finals, and com-plete any outstanding correspondence or on-line courses at least a week in advance. Don’t miss the opportunity to celebrate thirteen years of education with your friends, family, and community.

For those students who will be return-ing next year, spring is a great time to look at credit completion thus far. Stu-dents need 22.5 credits to graduate. Each year, students can earn six of those cred-its by passing all of their classes both se-mesters. Ninth- through eleventh-grade students who have earned fewer than 5.5 credits in any given school year are con-sidered behind in credits. If your student is in this situation, please talk with his or her counselor about the various options for credit recovery. Parents/guardians wishing to check their students’ transcripts can do so via Zangle Parent Connect. Our goals are to keep students on track to graduate and quickly catch up any students who fall behind.

Upcoming Curriculum Events and Col-lege/Career Visits

AMP Testing: Freshmen Tuesday, April 5 – Friday, April 8

JROTC 4th Quarter AwardsMonday, April 11 7:00 p.m.

AMP Testing: Sophomores Tuesday, April 12 – Friday, April 5

Honor Grad Night Thursday, April 14 7:00 p.m.

Engineering Award CeremonyTuesday, April 19 6:00 p.m. in MPR1

AMP Science Test: Sophomores Tuesday, April 19 or Friday, April 20

Savannah College of Art and Design Tuesday, April 26 8:35 a.m.

Awards Night Thursday, April 28 7:00 p.m.

Japanese Immersion CompletionCeremonyThursday, May 5 7:00 p.m.

Life Skills GraduationFriday, May 6 11:20 am in MPR1

C O U N S E L O R S

Freshman ............................................................................................Jaime Boyd-Kragt

Special Services & ELL ..........................................................................Tracie Ashman

Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors

A–B & E – K (Exchange)............................................................................ Rob Hartley

C & L – Rd ...............................................................................................Chris Higgins

D & Re – Z ................................................................................................. Pete Mandel

Dimond AMP Testing Bell Schedules Freshmen test from Tuesday, April 5 through Friday, April 8 Tuesday and Wednesday Bell Schedule Friday, April 8 Assembly Bell Schedule Period 1 ----- 7:30 - 8:25 Period 1 7:30 - 8:18 Period 2 ----- 8:31 - 9:24 Period 2 8:24 - 9:10 Period 3 ----- 9:30 - 10:23 Period 3 9:16 - 10:02 Lunch ----- 10:23 - 11:03 Freshman Lunch 10:02-10:42 Period 4 ----- 11:09 - 12:02 Freshman Period 4 10:48-11:33 Period 5 ----- 12:08 - 1:01 Upperclassman Period 4 10:08 – 10:53 Period 6 ----- 1:07 - 2:00 Period 5 11:39-12:24 * Monday is a regular PLC Monday schedule Period 6 12:30-1:15 Assembly 1:20-2:00 Sophomores test from Tuesday, April 12 through Friday, April 15 and April 19 and 20 Tuesday through Friday Bell Schedule Science Testing on April 19 and 20 Period 1 ----- 7:30 - 8:25 Period 1 ----- 7:30 - 8:25 Period 2 ----- 8:31 - 9:24 Period 2 ----- 8:31 - 9:24 Period 3 ----- 9:30 - 10:23 Period 3 ----- 9:30 - 10:23 Lunch ----- 10:23 - 11:03 Lunch ----- 10:23 - 11:03 Period 4 ----- 11:09 - 12:02 Period 4 ----- 11:09 - 12:02 Period 5 ----- 12:08 - 1:01 Period 5 ----- 12:08 - 1:01 Period 6 ----- 1:07 - 2:00 Period 6 ----- 1:07 - 2:00 * Monday is a regular PLC Monday schedule Dimond AMP FAQ Q: How many tests are there in the AMP assessment? A: The AMP will have two subtests: English language arts and math, with sophomores taking a third science portion. Q: How many days will I be testing and for how long? A: Freshmen will test for a total of two days and sophomores will test for a total of three days. Q: Why are freshmen testing only two days and sophomores testing three? A: Both freshmen and sophomores will be taking the English language arts and math portions of the AMP test. This year, the science portion has been added for sophomores only. Q: How will my student be scheduled for AMP testing? A: Students will be assigned an AMP testing group based on the English class in which they are enrolled. Q: When I am done testing, can I use my phone if I am quiet? A: No, electronic devices are not allowed in the testing room. An electronic device is defined as any item with an on/off switch. We encourage students to bring a book to read once they finish testing. Any electronic devices in the testing room will be collected prior to testing and could invalidate the test. For more information about AMP testing, please visit www.asdk12.org/ae/amp or contact the Dimond Curriculum Office.

 

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C o n c u s s i o n s happen in any sport, and it is good to be aware of the concussion policy in case you are not familiar with the protocol.

Alaska School Activities Associ-

ation (ASAA) Concussion Management Policy: This is a guide to help parents understand the steps taken for concussed athletes.

In 2011, The Alaska State Legislature passed House Bill 15 and Senate Bill 22, requiring school districts to consult with ASAA to develop and publish guidelines and other information to educate coaches, student athletes, and parents of student athletes regarding the nature and risks of concussions. Guidelines must include a description of the risks of return to play and standards for return to play, including procedures required under sections (c) and (d) of Section 14.30.142, Concussion in Student Athletes: Preventing and Report-ing.

Return to Play Protocol – Only when the concussion symptoms have been entirely absent for 24 hours, and the healthcare professional has cleared the athlete to be-gin the Return to Play Protocol, does Day 1 of the progressive return to physical ac-tivity begin. The Return to Play Protocol is to take place over a minimum of six days, with at least 24 hours between each step. The rate of progression through the steps in the program should be individu-alized. Factors that may slow the rate are young age, history of previous concus-sions, number/severity/duration of concus-sion symptoms, medical risk factors, and the concussion risk of the sports to which

the athlete will return. Physical or cogni-tive activity that provokes recurrence of concussive symptoms will delay recovery and increase the risk of future concussion. Therefore, if symptoms recur at any step, then physical activity should stop for 24 hours and resume the previous step.

Gradual Return to PlayDay 1

• Begin when symptom free for 24 hours.

• 15 min light aerobic activity (walk, swim, stationary bike, no resistance training)

• If no symptoms, then:

Day 2:• 30 min light-mod aerobic activity

(jog, more intense walk, swim, sta-tionary bike, no resistance training)

• If no symptoms, then:

Day 3:• 30 min mod-heavy aerobic activity

(run, swim, cycle, skate, Nordic ski, no resistance training).

• If no symptoms, then:

Day 4:• 30 min heavy aerobic (hard run,

swim, cycle, skate, Nordic ski)• 15 min Resistance Training (push-

up, sit-up, weightlifting)• If no symptoms, then:

Day 5:• Return to Practice, Non-contact

Limited Participation (Routine sport-specific drills)

• If no symptoms, then:

Day 6:• Return to Full-Contact Practice• If no symptoms, then:

Day 7: • Medically Eligible for Competition

when completes RTP Protocol, with

NO return of symptoms, and is cleared by Healthcare Professional

• ASAA Eligibility Criteria must be met before return to competition.

Forms and other information can be lo-cated at http://asaa.org/sports-medicine/concussion-management/

Return to Learning (RTL) is a step pro-gram managed to fit the needs of the in-dividual. The basics of RTL: cognitive brain rest, avoiding cognitive stressors (i.e. school work, texting, videos, etc.).

It is important to understand that a con-cussed student may not be able to meet usual expectations and demands for class participation and homework completion until symptoms have cleared and/or im-proving. Very individualized healthcare provider (Athletic Trainer) will work with school to accommodate.

Reasonable Academic Accomodations may include:

• Excused absence from school• Partial attendance• Rest periods throughout the day• Avoiding passing period time and

lunch noise• Extension of assignment deadlines• Postponing tests and exams• Notes to be given to student• Limiting computers, videos, smart-

boards, etc.• No PE• No Band• Accommodations for individuals with

light/noise sensitivity

Now that winter sports are officially done, please fill out the following coach assessment form. This form is used each year for coaches’ evaluations. Parents and athletes are asked to complete the assess-ment.

Holly Morris, Activities Assistant Principal - 742-6996

ACTIVITIES NEWS

Visit the Dimond High School Website for up-to-date information on our school and events athttp://www.dimondhigh.com.

A. J. DIMOND HIGH SCHOOL COACH’S ASSESSMENT FORM

(Circle One) PLAYER PARENT

Parent/Students: We are seeking your input to review our sport/athletic programs. Your opinion is taken into consideration when evaluating our programs and identifying patterns of support or concern. Please take a few moments of your time to fill out this short survey. Your input is anonymous unless you add your name. However, recognize that the form and your written comments will be shared with the person for whom you are providing input. Please try to focus on comments that will reward a person for good performance or make specific suggestions on how performance might improve. Please return this assessment form via U.S. mail or bring it by the Activities Office. Thank you. SPORT_______________________________ LEVEL (Circle) C JV V COACH’S NAME_______________________________ DATE: ________________

Please rate the coach in each area on a scale from 1-5, with 1 being poor and 5 being excellent. Circle the appropriate number or NA if not applicable, or if you are not able to rate the coach in an area.

Poor Fair Good Very Good Excellent NA 1) Communication w/parents 1 2 3 4 5 NA 2) Communication w/ players 1 2 3 4 5 NA 3) Organizational skills 1 2 3 4 5 NA 4) Motivation of players/team 1 2 3 4 5 NA 5) Discipline of team/players 1 2 3 4 5 NA 6) Knowledge of the sport 1 2 3 4 5 NA 7) Game strategy 1 2 3 4 5 NA 8) Prevention and care of injuries 1 2 3 4 5 NA 9) Attitude/Conduct during game 1 2 3 4 5 NA 10) Attitude/Conduct of players 1 2 3 4 5 NA 11) Ability to teach skills 1 2 3 4 5 NA 12) Overall rating of coach 1 2 3 4 5 NA

Please add any comments below or on a separate sheet of paper. ______________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Name (optional)____________________________

PLEASE RETURN TO: Dimond H.S. Activities Office, 2909 W. 88th Ave, Anchorage AK 99502

STUDENT SERVICES/ATTENDANCE NEWSChristian Caldarera, Student Services/Attendance Assistant Principal - 742-7056

 

Changes to Future School Year Calendars

Last year, an ad hoc calendar com-mittee comprised of representatives from district leadership, union lead-ers, UAA and the community met to develop future ASD academic cal-endars. The committee sought input from employees, parents and com-munity members through an online survey. The calendars for 2016-17, 2017-18 and 2018-19 follow a pattern similar to the previous nine school years, with one exception. Due to strong public input, the October state-released pro-fessional development day at the end of the first quarter was moved to the Friday associated with Veterans Day in November. However, following additional feedback this winter about the need for a grading, assessment and planning day at the end of the first quarter, the calendars were amended. An in-service day prior to the school year starting was moved to the end of the first quarter. That effectively changed the first day of school for 2016-17. View the calendars here: www.asdk12.org/calendar

Our mission is to facilitate optimal learning for all students to empower them to lead fulfilling and productive lives in a rapidly changing and increasingly complex society.

SPRING IS HERE at Dimond High School!!! As we get close to the end of the school year with the start of the fourth quarter, just a couple important and friendly re-minders to clarify

our tardy and attendance policies, which are geared to improve student class punc-tuality and attendance.

Tardy Policy is as follows and respective-ly enforced:

• 3rd Tardy – Lunch Detention• 5th Tardy – Work Detail• 9th Tardy – Saturday School• 10 + Tardy – Subject to Administra-

tive disciplinary Consequences

Our security officers will be contacting the parents of students who exceed these tardy numbers to make sure that you are notified of the number of and consequenc-es for being late.

First Period tardiness is an area of con-cern where your help in getting your child here on time is vital. Thanks so much parents for your assistance in getting your child here on time.

Third Quarter saw consistent decline in tardies and we look for similar success to end second semester and school year.

Timely and safe arrival is our goal.

Attendance is key to student success! Please note that letters from Dimond High School will be issued upon the following student absences below:

• 5th absence in a course – Campus Let-ter

• 7th absence in a course – Attendance Probation Letter

• 15th absence in a course – Withdrawal from Course Notice Letter

Parents: Please make sure to call DHS if your child’s ABS are excused at 742-7009. For extended absences due to personal family reasons, travel, etc. please make sure to pick up a Pre-Arranged Absence Request Form from the front office to fill out and return.

Credit Awareness: Attendance is criti-cal for credit attainment. Please assist us parents in making sure your child attends school so to not be in jeopardy of being withdrawn from classes due to lack of at-tendance and/or failing grades.

STAY ON THE PATH TO GRADUATE LYNX!

Parking Fines: Please make sure that all fines are paid as soon as possible (espe-cially for our seniors) There are many stu-dent who have multiple parking fees due that have not been paid. Parking fines may be paid for at the FDCC office with Mrs. Dubie located in the front office. For fine inquiry, please call 742-7022.

Please feel free to contact me, Christian Caldarera (742-7076), with any questions or concerns. Thank you parents for all that you do!

FRESHMAN HOUSE NEWSImtiaz Azzam, Freshman House Assistant Principal - 742-7069

Spring is here and the remainder of the year is fast-paced and packed full of activities. It is hard to believe that Spring Break is behind us, meaning that we are three-quarters of the way

through the year. By now, your freshmen should have had the opportunity to select their classes for next school year. As the end of the year approaches, it is important to remind your students to stay focused as they anticipate the upcoming summer break. Your students can certainly finish the year strong with your support, supervi-sion, and active involvement in their edu-cation.

Please keep looking at Zangle to check on your students’ progress. As we enter the final quarter, monitoring your students’ progress on a regular basis will assist in keeping them on track with credits earned. If you have concerns with your students’ progress, please feel free to contact their teachers or to call me directly so we can formulate a plan for their success. I believe the more we communicate, the more our Students prosper. Thanks for all you do!

We recently held our annual Future Freshman Fair with an estimated 450+ students and parents in attendance. During the fair, prospective students were able to visit the many informational booths staffed by Dimond’s student leaders, athletes and teachers. The booths focused on Dimond’s many clubs and sports opportunities. And the fair provided students and parents a chance to meet with counselors and de-partment chairs for a brief overview of academic programs. Counselors assisted in facilitating the fair and fielding questions throughout the presentations. We are look-ing forward to getting to know next year’s freshman as we continue our transition ac-tivities for the remainder of the year.

Phenomenal freshmen: Our third phenomenal freshman award for this year was held in March. Being selected for this recognition is an honor and receiving this award is our way of acknowledging students for demonstrating exceptional individual attributes.

Again congratulations to last month’sPhenomenal Freshman Awardees:

Sereign Diop; Timber Obeshaw; Halle McKenna; Quinntin Halverson; Wyatt Lewis; Zowie Sherbahn; Kayla Jones; Caleb Yabes; Ivan Hernandez; Sunshine Meraz; Takuma Inoue; David Startz; Stephen Howe; Abigail Dodd; Christopher Loudon; Tiffany Fee-ney; Aurora Behlke; Kristi Scott; Aisha Solis; Hannah Kellicut-Cooper; Michaela Wil-

liams; Naomi Cashion; Rooslan Helgesen-Thompson; Savannah Woodke

Important NoticeMany students have outstanding

fines.

Fines are given for lost/misplaced books (either classroom or Library), parking tickets, class fees, uniforms (sports, JROTC, Choir), or lunch charges.

While we do not always send home fine letters, we do post fine lists in the Commons & Cafeteria. Please ask your student/s if he/she is on one of the lists, then find out exactly what the fine is for and to settle it by going to the Cafeteria manager, Librarian, or Fines & Fees office, before/after school or during lunchtime.

If you have any questions please call, Ms. Dubie @ 907-742-7022

Anchorage School BoardKameron Perez-Verdia, President

Tam Agosti GislerEric Croft

Bettye DavisPat Higgins

Kathleen PlunkettElisa Snelling

SuperintendentEd Graff

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take your time Savor your food. Eat slowly, enjoy the taste and textures, and pay attention to how you feel. Be mindful. Eating very quickly may cause you to eat too much.

use a smaller plate Use a smaller plate at meals to help with portion control. That way you can finish your entire plate and feel satisfied without overeating. take control of your food Eat at home more often so you know exactly what you are eating. If you eat out, check and compare the nutrition information. Choose healthier options such as baked instead of fried.

try new foods Keep it interesting by picking out new foods you’ve never tried before, likemango, lentils, or kale. You may find a newfavorite! Trade fun and tasty recipes withfriends or find them online.

satisfy your sweet tooth in a healthy way Indulge in a naturally sweet dessert dish—fruit! Serve a fresh fruit cocktail or a fruit parfait made with yogurt. For a hot dessert, bake apples and top with cinnamon.

make half your plate veggies and fruits Vegetables and fruits are full of nutrients and may help to promote good health. Choose red, orange, and dark-green vegetables such as tomatoes, sweet potatoes, and broccoli.

add lean protein Choose protein foods, such as lean beef and pork, or chicken, turkey, beans, or tofu. Twice a week, make seafood the protein on your plate.

include whole grains Aim to make at least half your grains whole grains. Look for the words “100% whole grain” or “100% whole wheat” on the food label. Whole grains provide more nutrients, like fiber, than refined grains.

don’t forget the dairy Pair your meal with a cup of fat-free or low-fat milk. They provide the same amount of calcium and other essential nutrients as whole milk, but less fatand calories. Don’t drink milk? Try soymilk (soy beverage) as your beverage or include fat-free or low-fat yogurt in your meal.

avoid extra fat Using heavy gravies or sauces will add fat and calories to otherwise healthy choices. For example, steamed broccoli is great, but avoid topping it with cheese sauce. Try other options, like a sprinkling of low-fat parmesan cheese or a squeeze of lemon.

build a healthy meal10 tips for healthy meals

A healthy meal starts with more vegetables and fruits and smaller portions of protein and grains. Think about how you can adjust the portions on your plate to get more of what you need without too many calories. And don’t forget dairy—make it the beverage with your meal or add fat-free or low-fat dairy products to your plate.

Go to www.ChooseMyPlate.gov for more information.

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10 consejos para platos sanosUn plato sano comienza con más vegetales y frutas, y porciones más pequeñas de proteínas y granos. Piense en cómo ajustar las porciones en su plato para obtener más de lo que necesita sin demasiadas calorías. Tampoco olvide los productos lácteos; haga de ellos su bebida de acompañamiento o agregue a su plato productos lácteos descremados o con bajo contenido de grasa.

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haga que la mitad de su plato consista en frutas y vegetales Las vegetales y las frutas están repletas de nutrientesque tal vez le ayuden a promover la buena salud. Elija vegetales de color rojo, anaranjado y verde oscuro como tomates, camotes (batatas) y brócoli.

agregue proteínas magras Elija alimentos ricos en proteína, como carne de res y cerdo magras, pollo y pavo, frijoles o tofú. Dos veces por semana, haga que la proteína en su plato provenga de pescados y mariscos.

incluya granos integrales Intente que por lo menos la mitad de los granos consumidos sean granos integrales. Busque las designaciones “100% granos integrales” o “100% trigo integral” (“whole grain, whole wheat”) en las etiquetas. Los granos integrales contienen más nutrientes, como fi bra, que los granos refi nados.

no olvide los productos lácteos Acompañe sus comidas con una taza de leche descremada o baja en grasa. Esta contiene la misma cantidad de calcio y otros nutrientes esenciales que la leche entera, pero con menos grasa y calorías. ¿No bebe leche? Pruebe leche de soja (bebida de soja) como su bebida, o bien incluya en su comida yogur descremado con bajo contenido de grasa.

evite la grasa adicional El uso de salsas o aderezos espesos agregará grasas y calorías a comidas que de otro modo serían sanas. Por ejemplo, el brócoli al vapor es excelente, pero evite cubrirlo con salsa de queso. Pruebe otras opciones, como queso parmesano rallado bajo en grasa o jugo de limón.

coma con calma Saboree la comida. Coma despacio, disfrute del sabor y las texturas, y preste atención a cómo se siente. Tenga en cuenta que comer demasiado rápido puede resultar en comer demasiado.

use un plato más pequeño Use platos más pequeños a la hora de comida para controlar las porciones. De esa manera puede “limpiar el plato” y sentirse satisfecho sin comer demasiado.

controle sus alimentos Coma en casa con más frecuencia para que sepa exactamente lo que come. Si sale a comer, estudie y compare la información de nutrición. Elija opciones más sanas como alimentos horneados en lugar de fritos.

pruebe alimentos nuevos Mantenga el interés al elegir alimentos nuevos que tal vez nunca antes ha probado, como mangos, lentejas o lechuga japonesa. ¡Tal vez encuentre su nuevo alimento favorito! Intercambie recetas sabrosas y divertidas con sus amigos, o busque recetas nuevas en línea.

satisfaga el gusto dulce de manera sana Permítase un postre naturalmente dulce: ¡frutas! Sirva ensalada de frutas frescas o un postre helado con yogur y fruta. Para un postre caliente, hornee manzanas y cúbralas con canela.

News From Cafe Dimond High School

New Menu ItemsA Breakfast Treat, Ham and Scalloped Po-tatoes with Cornbread Muffin, Perfectly Grilled Chicken Breast with Rainbow Veg-etable Medley and Hot Dinner Roll

We Have Listened to Student RequestsA new Breakfast Treat is available daily for breakfast replacing muffins.

On March 29th we will serve a new and improved Perfectly Grilled Chicken Breast with Rainbow Vegetable Medley and Hot Dinner Roll

On April 26th we will serve Ham and Scalloped Potatoes with a Cornbread Muf-fin.

We care about what students want to eat. Let us know how you like these new fla-vors!

Menus and Nutritional Item ChartYou can find the High School Menus, Pric-es, High School Meals Nutritional Item Chart, and other student nutrition informa-tion at: http://www.asdk12.org/studentnu-trition. Food Allergies and Special NeedsIf your student has food allergies or special dietary needs, please contact our school nurse. She will then relay this informa-tion to the cafeteria. If your student has resolved food allergies or intolerances, the nurse needs this information also. Adding Money to Student Accounts and Paying ChargesMoney can be added to a student’s account anytime in the Cafeteria with cash or a check written out to Dimond High School. Money can also be added to a student’s ac-count on Zangle. This process may take a

Part time work available at your local school cafeteria!

Work time is 3 – 7 hours per day during breakfast and/or lunch To find out online which schools currently have position openings:

§ Go to www.asdk12.org § On the right side of the page, click on Employment § On the left, in the middle of the page, click on Food

Service and an info window will open with instructions for applying to be a Sub.

§ To apply for a regular position, click on Search and Apply for a Classified Position

§ Click on General Public & Temp Positions § Click on View External Job Postings § Click on Food Service, and if you see a

position you are interested in, click on the orange Apply button and follow instructions.

This site is updated daily. If you do not see a school or position you are interested in at this time, you can sign up to be a Student Nutrition Substitute. Our subs are on call and are sent to any school which has an opening when a regular employee is out sick or on vacation. The pay for Subs is $10.30 per hour. Most subs move into positions at schools they have enjoyed working at as soon as there is an opening! Background check is required. Further questions can be answered by calling Susan at 348-5185.

few days to post to your student’s account. All lunch charges are now due. It is ex-pected that charges will be paid the follow-ing day. Free and Reduced Breakfast and LunchIt is never too late to apply for free or re-duced breakfast and lunch. An overnight process is available online at asdk12.org. Paper applications can be picked up in the cafeteria or in the main office and at the counseling center. Please allow ten work-ing days for processing. A new application must be submitted each school year. Outstanding Meal ChargesAs we approach the end of the school year, all meal charges small and large are now due. Attention to this matter is greatly ap-preciated.

It’s Not Too Late To Buy Your Yearbook!

$65.00Options to Purchase:

Stop by the Activities Office with cash or check

or...Pay online in Parent Connect with debit

or credit card

PTSA NEWSMichele Schuh, President

Happy Spring! Hard to believe it’s that time of year again. First, a big thank you to our parents for generously providing food and to Patrick Hoogerhyde for orga-nizing the Teacher’s Luncheon for the Par-ent-Teacher Conferences in February! We get high marks for this lunch each semester and are pleased to support the staff who put in a very long day to accommodate parents and guardians into the evening. Each semester, grants are awarded to support programs where resources are needed. The PTSA was pleased to ap-prove over $24,000 in grants this Spring cycle to directly benefit students and staff. Sales from apparel and the Lynx Lair Coffee Shop help raise money and cre-ate enough profit to provide these grants to our school. The time and commitment by the volunteers who keep the coffee shop running every week is so essential and very much appreciated! Our spring grants included Electronic Translators for the ELL Department, Robotics Competi-tion Entry Fees, New Rowing Machines

for the weight room, School Supplies, JROTC Rifles and Support to Rebuild the 50 year-old Steinway D Grand Piano. Ad-ditionally, PTSA was able to fund requests through the planned PTSA budget to pay for a Freshmen Mentorship Program and books for a new reading club similar to battle of the books. A Forum on the topics of Spice in our Community and Social Media/Cyber-bullying is planned for Wednesday, April 13 at 6pm in the MPR1 at DHS. Forum will provide information useful to both parents and students. Everyone is wel-come to attend the forum. A short PTSA membership meeting will follow after-wards. We hope you’ll stay to hear a brief report on how PTSA is working at Dimond and to approve a preliminary budget for next year.

Year-end activities and volunteer op-portunities are coming up quickly. If you haven’t had a chance to help, you still have time to get involved. Look for PTSA

emails regarding volunteer opportunities during Teacher Appreciation Week, May 2nd – May 6th.

Spirit wear is easy to buy online. Go to the PTSA > Apparel link on the Dimond website to place your order. Apparel items purchased will be delivered to the student’s 1st period class. http://www.dimondhigh.com/ptsa/apparel

The DHS 50th Anniversary Committee is being formed. We need many enthusi-astic volunteers and alumni. Spread the word to current and future Dimond fami-lies and to all Dimond alumni. Don’t miss out on the festivities and this historical cel-ebration. If you can help, please contact us. dimondptsaboard@gmail.com

Your Dimond PTSAOur Email:

dimondptsaboard@gmail.com

Remember to Like us on Facebook: Dimond PTSA

Dimond High School Class of 2016

and their families are invited to the

BACCALAUREATE SERVICE

A non-denominational service to bless the graduating class

Monday, May 9th at 7:00 pm

Faith Christian Community

4240 Wisconsin Street

STUDENT GOVERNMENT NEWSLem Wheeles, Advisor - wheeles_lem@asdk12.org

This quarter, our Student Governement classes are working hard on finishing class projects. The Freshmen Class is planning a toy drive on April 18, while the Sophomore Clas is working on a rootbeer float & pizza fundraiser and are also planning to have a class social after spring break. The Junior Class is busy planning Prom, while the Senior Class is wrapping up a safe-driving project with the Alaska Injury Prevention Center. Student Government Elections

Student Government elections are right around the corner! Interested in joining? Have questions? See Mr. Wheeles in B103 for more information.

Voting will be in mid-April.  

Class  of  2020  visits  Dimond  The Dimond Class of 2020 made their first visit to Dimond on March 2 and 3. Nearly 400 eighth grade students from Mears Middle School visited Dimond to learn about their future high school. Our student government members and as well as the Freshmen House Team, which consists of Ms. Boyd, Ms. Azzam, and Mr. Kubosh, welcomed the eighth graders. Student government students acted as their tour guides and led multiple groups of future freshmen through Dimond. On the tour, the tour guides took the eighth graders to four different stations through out the school to learn about key aspects of life at Dimond, tips for success in High School, information on clubs, sports, and activities, and our Freshmen Mentor Program. At the end of the tour, students received Dimond swag bags as a treat for their visit. We look forward to welcoming the Class of 2020 when they begin their first year at Dimond next year!

PROM 2016:

Saturday, April 9th

8 PM to Midnight

ChangePoint

$50 single

$80 couple

Guest passes are due to the Activities Office by Tuesday, April 1st.

Prom Spirit Week: April 4-8 Monday: Adidas or Nike Thursday: Fun in the Sun Tuesday: 80’s Workout Friday: Maroon and Gold Wednesday: On Wednesdays We Wear Pink

 

J.R.O.T.C. NEWSMSG Shelley - 742-7010

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Eagle River Drill Competition

Dimond JROTC brought seven

teams to compete against schools across the

state at the Eagle River Drill Competition.

Dimond’s cadets participated in a variety of

different events including Color Guard,

Unarmed Regulation, Armed Regulation,

Armed Exhibition, and Unarmed

Exhibition. As a whole, Dimond brought

home four trophies, three of which being

first place. Team commanders Airelle

Delos Reyes, Matthew Banez, Sydney

Sears, and Meghan Lindbeck all led their

teams to first and second place wins.

Throughout the day stress levels,

as well as enthusiasm, was high for the

cadets who were eager to present their

efforts to the judges and audience. Practices

were run throughout the day in between

events to guarantee the teams were ready to

perform.

Although there were mistakes on

each of the team’s routines, Dimond is

proud of their performance at Eagle River.

3nd Quarter Award Ceremony

Dimond’s cadets gathered in

the auditoria to celebrate their peers and

own accomplishments at the 2nd

Quarter Award Ceremony. Ribbons and

cords were awarded to the cadets that

rightfully earned them with their hard

work and dedication.

Matthew Banez spiced up his

party by incorporating flashing lights,

pizza, and music while the cadets got

their uniforms prepared for the

ceremony.

Special guests, Andrew

Billings and Dimond’s curriculum

principal Mr. Hauser were presented

special certificates thanking them for

their help during Dimond JROTC’s

Technique Camp that they held during

winter break.

Colony Drill Meet

Dimond High School’s

JROTC program participated in the

second drill meet of the year at Colony

High School. Practices took place

throughout the day in preparation and

cadets rushed around making sure they

were prepared to take the floor. They're

proud to announce that they took home

seven trophies out of seven categories.

Commanders Brandon

Thomas of Unarmed Exhibition,

Matthew Banez of Armed Exhibition and

Jayson Desroches of the First Year

Regulation team took home first place

trophies. Commander Sydney Sears of

Armed Regulation, Daniel Savinis of First

Year Color Guard, and Varsity Color

Guard commander Meghan Lindbeck all

placed second and Savannah Sears took

third with her Unarmed Regulation team.

Although State is still around the

corner, Dimond’s drill teams are very

proud of their performance.

Service Drill Meet

Dimond JROTC attended the

annual State Drill Meet on Saturday,

February 20th. Since mid-October cadets

have been contributing their time to

practices over weekends, in-service days,

mornings before school, and after school.

Dedication and motivation has powered all

seven teams since day one and has led to

many wins during the drill season.

Before trophies were handed out

to the winning teams, seniors were

recognized for completing their last year of

drill and last farewells were exchanged to

those who participated.

J.R.O.T.C. NEWSMSG Shelley - 742-7010

The Lynx Battalion was able to

place in five disciplines of the seven. They

took home state titles in LET I Color Guard

and Unarmed Exhibition. They placed

second place in Armed Exhibition and

Varsity Color Guard and took home third

place in LET I Regulation.

Drill Banquet

On Friday, March 4th cadets who

participated in the drill season were able to

get together and celebrate their

achievements. They gathered in MPR1 at

5pm bringing their favorite dishes.

Throughout the night, cadets were awarded

activity letters and hashes for participating

in the various competitions this drill season

had to offer. Teams went up and were

recognized for their hard work.

On top of receiving the much

anticipated awards, cadets enjoyed the night

by watching movies, socializing, reviewing

their state drill performance, and eating the

delicious food. After all the hard work these

cadets put into their season, they had fun on

the night meant to reward them.

Military Ball

Military Ball is one of the

biggest attractions and one of the events

that cadets look forward to all year. It’s

the night where the females get to wear

elegant ball gowns and the males get to

put on a

bow tie and their fancy uniforms. A

week before the event, the cadets get to

run for royalty court. Girls run for

Sweetheart while boys run for Cavalier.

This year’s winner for Cavalier was

Brandon Thomas and this year’s

Sweetheart was Meghan Lindbeck. In

honor of their win, the court gets to

wear crowns and sashes with their royal

titles displayed across it.

On the night of the ball,

cadets filled the ballroom of Captain

Cook with not only their physical

presences but also their emotional one.

Excitement and music filled the room as

they mingled with the other schools and

claimed their tables in the room. Once

everyone settled down and made their

way inside, the court from each school

was announced and walked under the

saber arch. The Sweetheart and Cavalier

had a special dance and then all the

seniors had the annual Senior Dance.

As the night went on, cadets

socialized and danced. Some went

downstairs to take professional photos

while others talked at the tables set up

around the room. Overall this anticipated

night was definitely worth it and everyone

had a fantastic time.

Attention Senior Parents

Senior Fun Day is on Thursday April 28!

This day was created at Dimond High 27 years ago to replace senior’s unofficial "skip" day, and the tradition has since spread to all the other Anchorage high schools. On that Friday, students will be bussed from DHS to Fox Hollow to enjoy a fun and stress-free day of prizes, games, food, and music. It has been a great success over the years in terms of student safety, community involvement, and provides a final get together between students, staff, administrators, and parents before graduation. Senior Fun Day needs volunteers, donations of cash, prizes, and food to be a success. SFD is funded almost exclusively through donations; last year over $6000 was spent on the Center rental, food, T-shirts, prizes, and entertainment. We would love to have your help putting together this important event; please contact Kollette Schroeder (Schroeder_Kollette@asdk12.org) if you would like to help or check the Senior Class News section of Missy Nurmi’s asd website for meeting dates, times and locations. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Donation Form

SENIOR FUN DAY "2016" Thursday April 28th at Fox Hollow

Name __________________________________ Phone:__________________ Address:____________________________________________________________ Enclosed is my donation of $_______________ in support of the Dimond High School Senior Fun Day. Thank you for your contribution. 2016 Senior Class Please make checks payable to Dimond High School SFD.

Senior Fun Day 2016 Permission Form

A permission slip is required, so please read the following information and sign below. I agree to defend, indemnify and hold harmless the Anchorage School District and its employees, directors and designees for expenses relating to injuries, accidents, disease, property damage and/or loss which may occur as a result of the student’s participation in Dimond’s Senior Fun Day. I understand the Anchorage School District does not provide medical insurance coverage or liability insurance that would cover a student’s injuries or actions. It will be my responsibility to provide for payment of such expenses should they occur. I am aware of the hazards associated with participation in this activity. Knowing the risks of this activity, I give my permission for the above listed student to participate in the activity to include transportation as arranged by the event coordinators. I also authorize any necessary emergency transportation and medical treatment to be administered to the above named student. I understand the Anchorage School District assumes no liability for such emergency transportation and medical treatment and that such costs will be my responsibility. Allergies and/or special medical instructions for the student are listed below: ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I have read the above information and give permission for my son/daughter to attend Senior Fun Day on April 28th at Fox Hollow Name of Senior (print) last___________________________, first________________________ Student ID#___________________ Event Day Parent Contact # __________________________

_ Parent/Guardian’s Printed Name Parent/Guardian’s Signature Date Alternate Emergency Contact Name Alternate Emergency Phone Number

Please review and sign the other side of this page for our use of the Fox Hollow Sports Dome.

Fox Hollow Golf Course, LLC (Fox Hollow) Individual Release and Waiver of liability

This form must be signed and received by Fox Hollow prior to participating in activities at Fox Hollow  

Release, Assumption of Risk and Indemnity  

In consideration of being permitted to participate in activities in the Fox Hollow Sports Dome, I acknowledge the following: 

I understand the nature of the activities at Fox Hollow, and I am qualified, in good health, and in proper physical condition to participate in any such activity.  I further agree and warrant that at any time I believe the conditions to be unsafe, I will immediately discontinue further participation in the activity. 

I fully understand that: (a) activities at Fox Hollow involve risks and dangers of serious bodily injury, including permanent disability, paralysis, and death, (b) these risks and dangers may be caused by my own actions or inactions, the actions of others participating in the activity, the conditions in which the activity takes place, or the negligence of the “releases” named below, and (c) there may be other risk and social and economic losses either not known to me or not readily foreseeable at this time; and I fully accept and assume all such risks and all the responsibility for losses costs and damages I incur as a result of my participation in any activity at Fox Hollow or that of the minor in the activity.  

I hereby release, discharge and covenant not to sue Fox Hollow, its members, administrators, agents, employees, sponsors, advertisers, lessors of the premises on which the activities take place, each considered one of the “Releasees” herein FROM ALL LIABILITY, CLAIMS, DEMANDS, LOSSES OR DAMAGES ON MY ACCOUNT, CAUSED OR ALLEGED TO BE CAUSED IN WHOLE OR IN PART BY NEGLIGENCE OF THE “RELEASEES” OR OTHERWISE, and I further agree that if, despite this release and waiver of liability, assumption of risk, and indemnity agreement I, or anyone on my behalf, makes a claim against any of the Releasees, I will indemnify, save and hold harmless each of the Releasees from any litigation expenses, attorney’s fees, loss, liability, damage or cost which may incur as a result of such claim. 

I have read this agreement, fully understand its terms, warrant that I have signed it freely and without inducement or assurance of any nature and intent it to be a complete and unconditional release of all liability to the greatest extent allowed by law and agree that if any portion of the agreement is held to be invalid the balance, notwithstanding, shall continue in full force and effect.  

If participant is a Minor:  Minor’s Name:_______________________________ Age:_________ 

I, the Minor’s parent or legal guardian, understand the nature of the activities at Fox Hollow, and the minor’s experience and capabilities, and warrant the minor to be qualified, in good health and in proper physical condition to participate in such activities.  I hereby release, discharge, covenant not to sue, and agree to indemnify and save and hold harmless each of the Releasee’s from all liability, claims, demands, losses, or damages on the minor’s account cause or alleged to be caused in whole or in part by the negligence of the Releasees or otherwise, including negligent rescue operation and further agree that if despite this release, I, minor, or anyone on the minor’s behalf makes a claim against any of the Releasees, I will indemnify, save, and hold harmless each of the Releasees from any litigation expenses, attorney’s fees, loss, liability, damage or cost which may incur as a result of such claim. 

Signature: ___________________________________________________Date:_______________________ 

Printed Name:_______________________________________ Phone Number:________________________ 

Address: _____________________________________City_________________ State______ Zip: ___________ 

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$49.3 million Safe and functional schools and facilities

The Anchorage School District is committed to providing safe, secure and properly functioning schools and facilities for our students and employees. If approved, the 2016 bond proposition will fund improvements at 37 schools and one support facility. Projects include:

• 9 Roof replacements

• 18 Security camera upgrades

• 4 Building intercom replacements

• 2 Seismic upgrades

• 8 Safety upgrades

• 3 Energy upgrades

• 2 Mechanical upgrades

Bond will also fund:

• Districtwide seismic study • Replacement of 27 school buses

If approved, property owners will pay approximately $10.86 for every $100,000 of assessed property value. The state placed a moratorium on the debt reimbursement program, making local property owners responsible for the full cost of the bond.

The 2016 bond is almost $9 million below the amount of the debt the ASD will retire in 2016. As ASD pays down debt, the local mill rate is projected to decline by 0.2% in 2016. Savings from this reduction will cover $33.9 million in principal and interest of the $59.25 million bond approved by voters in April 2015, of which the district will not receive any state reimbursement.

See the full list of projects and costs at: www.asdk12.org/bonds

Make an informed decision.Vote on April 5

AnchorageSchoolBonds

This information was produced by the Anchorage School District to inform voters about the school bond proposal. Ed Graff, superintendent. 5530 E. Northern Lights Blvd. Anchorage, AK 99504

Paying off debt

$279.4 millionpaid off in last five years.

$247 millionvoter approved bonds in last

five years.

$32 million debt reduction in last five years

In the next five years, the district will

pay off $56 million

in bond debt per year – totaling about

$280 million.

ASD bond debt has declined more than $200 million over the past seven years – from

$806 million to $601 million, a 25 percent decline.

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This bond also funds districtwide seismic study & investigation

Location affected by bond

How will the proposed bond affect your neighborhood?

Make an informed decision on April 5.Find project details for each school at www.asdk12.org/bonds.

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