Upcoming Events
Today
- AIMS Tutoring 
- 50th Anniversary Alumni Baseball Game CANCELLED
2/6/2012
- English Classes for Parents District Announcements
To view a complete list of Scottsdale Unified School District announcements, please visit www.susd.org.
Important Information: Dr. Peterson's January letter
For All Other District Announcements & Events, Please Click Here
Thank You, School Counselors!
National School Counselor Week, February 6-11, is set aside to recognize the critical work counselors perform that positively impacts Arizona students. Counselors help students examine their personal strengths, abilities, interests and talents. Students who understand how to plan for their future make better course choices related to their educational and career goals, are more motivated to achieve better grades and take greater responsibility for directing their own educational achievement. Counselors are the connecting link between students, parents, teachers and the school system.
Annual Parent Survey
Scottsdale Unified School District parents are encouraged to provide input about our schools in the online Annual Parent Survey. The electronic survey will be available beginning Friday, January 20 through February 10. Parents are invited to complete the survey once for each student enrolled. Parents who do not have Internet access may use the school’s computer lab. Access the survey from the District Web site or your child’s school Web site beginning January 20. Your responses will help us make SUSD even better!
Weekly Bulletin
Course Selection Timeline
Course Selection time is here! Course selection information will be disseminated to both students and parents on January 12th. All course selections for future 10th, 11th, and 12th graders will be completed by Friday, January 26th. Incoming 9th graders will complete their course selections by Thursday, February 9th. See complete schedule.
Coronado Learning Community
NEWS FLASH!!! CLC Fun Run February 25 Another fun run is scheduled for the CLC for FEBRUARY 25th. More details to follow. See video of October’s Run.
Century Link
CenturyLink is hosting a basic computer education and technology workshop for parents and community membersfrom 6-8 p.m. on February 8 in Room C104 at Coronado High School, 7501 E VirginiaAve., Scottsdale 85257.Get free hands on Internet training on topics such as
- What is the Internet?
- Basic computer elements
- Basics of Internet browsing
- E-mail basics
AIMS Prep
Serious about AIMS. If you are serious about passing AIMS, you may want to take time and pull up these AIMS links to practice at home or in your advisory class. Good Luck!
AIMS Practice Tests
The ADE has posted AIMS resources for students to take practice tests. Students have the option of taking the test online through Ideal, and they provide a PDF that can be printed out for students to take the test via paper/pencil. Please click here https://www.ideal.azed.gov/p/aims to view the Web site.
AIMS Sample Tests and Think-Through Information
The ADE also has sample tests and think-through available on their Web site here - http://www.azed.gov/standards-development-assessment/aims/sample-for-students/
AIMS Practice Tests
The ADE has posted AIMS resources for students to take practice tests. Students have the option of taking the test online through Ideal, and they provide a PDF that can be printed out for students to take the test via paper/pencil. Please click here https://www.ideal.azed.gov/p/aims to view the Web site.
AIMS Sample Tests and Think-Through Information
The ADE also has sample tests and think-through available on their Web site here - http://www.azed.gov/standards-development-assessment/aims/sample-for-students/
AIMS Tutoring
Coronado High School is offering Saturday School for FREE AIMS ENGLISH TUTORING
Paid by Coronado High School and the Scottsdale Unified School District, Title I
to prepare students for Arizona Department of Education Mandatory AIMS Testing. The program is designed to provide academic tutoring in reading and writing in order to improve student academic knowledge as they get ready to take their AIMS Test. Eligibility: Juniors and Seniors who did not pass AIMS Writing or Reading,and Sophomores who did not pass 1st semester English. Tutoring sessions will be held from 9:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. in the Lecture Hall on the following dates:
Saturday Teachers
Saturday Teachers
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February 4
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Ms. Rogers
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February 11
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Ms. Saddler
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February 25
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Ms. Vickers
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Ms. Weisneck
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AIMS Schedule
Spring AIMS Writing & Reading
Late Start Bell Schedule
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Tuesday, February 28
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February 29
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***7:00-7:40 free breakfast ***
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7:45-10:45 AIMS Writing
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10:50-11:25 lunch for testers, LSC, EVIT
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AIMS Test Calendar
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Test Date:
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February 28, 2012
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AIMS HS Writing
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February 29, 2012
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AIMS HS Reading
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March 1, 2012
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AIMS HS Writing Make-Up
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March 2, 2012
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AIMS HS Reading Make-Up
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April 10, 2012
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AIMS HS Math
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April 10, 2012
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Standford 10 (9th grade)
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April 11, 2011
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*AIMS HS Science
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April 17, 2012
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AIMS HS Math Make-Up
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April 17, 2012 or April 18, 2012
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Stanford 10 Make-Up
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For more AIMS information please click here.
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La asistencia es obligatoria
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*No hay exámenes de recuperación AIMS de ciencias para secundaria
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Fecha del examen
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Asignatura:
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28 de febrero del 2012
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Examen AIMS de escritura para secundaria
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29 de febrero del 2012
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Examen AIMS de lectura para secundaria
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1 de marzo del 2012
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Examen de recuperación AIMS de escritura para secundaria
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2 de marzo del 2012
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Examen de recuperación AIMS de lectura para secundaria
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10 de abril del 2012
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Examen AIMS de matemáticas para secundaria
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10 de abril del 2012
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Examen Stanford 10 (9no grado)
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11 de abril del 2011
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* Examen AIMS de ciencias para secundaria
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17 de abril del 2012
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Examen de recuperación AIMS de matemáticas para secundaria
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17 o 18 de abril del 2012
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Examen de recuperación Stanford 10
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más detalles
Office Hours
Dr. Peterson’s ‘Office Hours’ for the Coronado Learning Community. Click here for the complete schedule of office hours from January through May 2012.
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*Coronado Learning Community
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2/8/12
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6 – 8 PM
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Coronado HS – THIS IS AN EVENING MEETING FOR ENTIRE CORONADO LEARNING COMMUNITY
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Supai
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2/13/12
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12 – 2 p.m.
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Hohokam
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2/24/12
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9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
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Coronado
Pima |
2/27/12
3/19/12 |
12 – 2 p.m.
12 – 2 p.m.
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SUSD Learning Communities to Host Expos for the Arizona SciTech Festival
Learning Communities in the Scottsdale Unified School District (SUSD) will host expos for the Arizona SciTech Festival. The Arizona SciTech Festival is the biggest Arizona celebration of innovation ever! More than 250 organizations have partnered to showcase Arizona’s leadership in science, technology and innovation. For a complete list of events, please visit http://azscitechfest.org/events.Arcadia Learning Community SciTech Festival – February 1 at 6 p.m. at Arcadia High School, 4703 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix 85018. Each school in the Arcadia Learning Community will highlight a variety of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) related projects
Desert Mountain Science and Technology Expo – February 1 from 6-8 p.m. at Desert Mountain High School, 12575 E. Via Linda, Scottsdale 85259. Schools in the Desert Mountain Learning Community will showcase science and technology related projects that are implemented in their curriculum.
Chaparral Learning Community Science Expo – February 2 from 4:30-6 p.m. in the Cafeteria at Chaparral High School, 6935 E. Gold Dust Ave., Scottsdale 85253. Students and teachers from the Chaparral Learning Community will share information about grade level science concepts through demonstrations and presentations.
Coronado Learning Community Science and Technology Expo – February 2 from 5-6:30 p.m. at Supai Middle School, 6720 E. Continental, Scottsdale 85257. Schools in the Coronado Leaning Community will showcase and demonstrate STEAM related projects that are implemented in their curriculum.
Saguaro Learning Community Science Expo – February 16 from 6-8 p.m. at Navajo Elementary School, 4525 N. Granite Reef Road, Scottsdale 85251. Activities will include Lego Robotics Demonstration(s), Gaming Demonstration (programming), Project Astro (partnership with the UofA), Embry Riddle- planetary display and activities, ASU’s Daedalus Club (rockets), and much more.
Copper Ridge School – February 29 from 6 – 7:30 p.m. at Copper Ridge School, 10101 E. Thompson Peak Parkway, Scottsdale 85255. Community leaders and experts in science and technology careers will speak and meet with students and parents. In addition, there will be three 25 minute sessions in which presenters will summarize their careers, share what skills and education are needed and have a question and answer follow-up.
See Flyer.
Exposición sobre Ciencias para la Comunidad de Aprendizaje de Coronado 2 de febrero, 2012 5:00-6:30 Escuela Intermedia Supai. Secciones destacada: robótica, Liga de los Lego y muchísimo más ….. Ver Flyer para más detalles.
FITCH Hosts Scottsdale Unified School District’s High Schools for Art Exhibit
The Phoenix studio of global design consultancy FITCH is hosting a three-month long 
exhibition of artwork created by students from all five of Scottsdale’s high schools. The show is open to the public by appointment from 8:30 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday through February 15th. The exhibited works were selected by the art teachers to showcase the amazing talent of students, as well as the value of Fine Arts as an integral part of the high school curriculum. See FITCH
exhibition of artwork created by students from all five of Scottsdale’s high schools. The show is open to the public by appointment from 8:30 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday through February 15th. The exhibited works were selected by the art teachers to showcase the amazing talent of students, as well as the value of Fine Arts as an integral part of the high school curriculum. See FITCHFAFSA
Upcoming FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) Events at Coronado:
TheFAFSAis required for all students who wish to receive federal financial aid in the form of a grant, loan or work-study program for their post-secondary education. To assist seniors and their parents with the FAFSA application process, we will be hosting the following FAFSA events in Coronado’s Media Center, Computer Room C104:
“FAFSA Day” Program – Saturday, February 11, 2012 – 10:00 to 11:30 a.m.
“FAFSA Night” – Thursday, March 22, 2012 - 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.
During these sessions, seniors and their parents will receive assistance in completing the FAFSA application online, which will require some advance preparation on your part. We recommend that seniors and parents visit the FAFSA Web site www.fafsa.ed.gov to review the FAFSA on the Web Worksheet, which will help you prepare for completing the FAFSA application online and also refers to the records and financial information that are needed to complete the form. To submit the completed FAFSA application online, the student and at least one parent of a dependent student must electronically sign the form, which requires each of them to have a Federal Student Aid PIN (personal identification number). Details on the uses of a PIN and how to obtain one are also available through the above website.
SISTER CITIES “The Sisterhood of Cities Leads to the Brotherhood of People”
2012 Young Artists and Authors Showcase for students ages 13 – 18
Be a part of an international student art and writing competition.
Local award winners will receive monetary prizes. The 1stplace entry for the art and writing will be submitted to the international competition in late April 2012. This year’s Sister Cities International theme is “Youth as the Catalyst for Change.” Art and Writing submissions are encouraged to ask “What does that mean to you? This is an opportunity for you to use artwork to express how communication, technology, and individual initiative can lead to dramatic social change. Read more about how to submit your work.
Graduation Requirements
Changes to Graduation Requirements. Click to see the memo to superintendents and principals by State Superintendent John Huppenthal which highlights the revisions to Arizona’s graduation requirements that are to be enforced beginning with this year’s 2012 graduating class. It is important to ensure all 2012 graduates meet the new criteria. The State Board of Education adopted new high school graduation requirements in December 2007 with a phased in timeline that applies to those students graduating in 2012 and 2013. Please note:
All graduation requirements shall be strictly enforced by year of graduation, NOT by a
cohort. Therefore, high school seniors who fail to meet graduation requirements by the end of 2012 will
be required to complete all additional requirements that become effective in 2013, as outlined in State
Board of Education Rule (AAC R7-2-302.01, 302.02, and 302.03).
Volunteer
Volunteers Needed! Do you have some free time?
W
e need volunteers to assist with the following:
e need volunteers to assist with the following:Make copies for teachers and office
File and organize papers – either for office or teachers
Contact parents regarding special events at Coronado
Community liaison – assist with fundraising
Mentoring (must have fingerprint clearance) – we need mentors to work with 9th grade student
Presentations – do you have or have had an interesting career or experience that would be beneficial to
students.
Contact parents regarding special events at Coronado
Community liaison – assist with fundraising
Mentoring (must have fingerprint clearance) – we need mentors to work with 9th grade student
Presentations – do you have or have had an interesting career or experience that would be beneficial to
students.
If you are interested in spending an hour a week or five hours a week we would love to have you. Research shows academic success increases the more involved parents and the community are in the education of students.
Coronado Celebrates 50 Years
Coronado Celebrates 50 Years As the Home of the Dons!
Please help us celebrate Coronado’s 50th anniversary. Share your memories with us as we share the events we are planning with you through the next year by clicking here .
Display your Don Pride: Coronado 50th anniversary Decals/Stickers on sale in the Student Store for $2.00!!!!!
AP Testing
2012 AP Exam Schedule
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Environmental Science
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Monday, May 7
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8:00 a.m.
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Lecture Hall
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Psychology
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Monday, May 7
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12:00 p.m.
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Lecture Hall
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Spanish Language
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Tuesday, May 8
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8:00 a.m.
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Language Lab
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Calculus AB
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Wednesday, May 9
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8:00 a.m.
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Lecture Hall
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English Literature & Comp
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Thursday, May 10
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8:00 a.m.
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Lecture Hall
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U.S. History
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Friday, May 11
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8:00 a.m.
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Lecture Hall
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Studio Art
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Friday, May 11
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By 5:00 p.m.
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Submit digital portfolios
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Biology
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Monday, May 14
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8:00 a.m.
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Lecture hall
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U.S. Govt. & Politics
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Tuesday, May 15
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8:00 a.m.
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Lecture Hall
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English Language & Comp
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Wednesday, May 16
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8:00 a.m.
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Lecture Hall
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Statistics
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Wednesday, May 16
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12:00 p.m.
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Lecture Hall
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Macroeconomics
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Thursday, May 17
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8:00 a.m.
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Lecture Hall
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World History
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Thursday, May 17
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8:00 a.m.
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Media Center
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Students do not have to be enrolled in an AP class to take an AP exam.
For more information see your AP teacher. Financial Assistance Info . Orders can be placed with Mrs. Gatewood in the administration office - Order Form.
National Research Project
Speak Up National Research Project Survey Scottsdale Unified School District encourages our parents and community members to participate in the Speak Up National Research Project survey at http://www.speakup4schools.org/speakup2011.
The password needed to take the survey is susd48.
The Speak Up National Research Project, collects and reports the views of K-12 students, teachers, administrators and parents on the use of technology for learning. Since 2003, over 2.2 million students, educators and parents have shared their views through the Speak Up surveys, and these important stakeholder ideas influence local, state and federal policies and programs every year. When schools and districts participate in Speak Up, they gain insight into: How students are using technology for learning in and out of school. The issues you deem important regarding your child(ren)’s education and use of technology to learn. How teachers use technology for teaching as wellas for their own professional activities.
Computer Basics Exam Schedule
High School Computer Basics Exam
The High School Computer Basics waiver exam. The next scheduled waiver exam is May 9, 2012.
The High School Computer Basics waiver exam. The next scheduled waiver exam is May 9, 2012.
Save these dates!
50th Anniversary Alumni Fundraiser includes several activities, such as a silent auction, to celebrate 50 years of the Coronado Dons. The festivities begin at 5:30 p.m. on Friday, February 3, 2012, at Flicka's, 2003 N. Scottsdale Ro., Scottsdale. The alumni baseball game will be held on Saturday, February 4, 2012, beginning with a presentation and banner placement for Coach Coppinger at 11:45 a.m. on the Coronado Varsity Field. See details.
Bricks
Leave Your Mark on Coronado, Bricks Are Available to Purchase
Coronado High School is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. The school is offering parents, teachers, students, alumni and community members the opportunity to purchase engraved bricks which will be permanently installed at the school’s amphitheater in the center of the campus. The cost of each brick and engraving is $50 for two lines of up to 22 characters on each line and $22 for an additional line.Bricks can be purchased at the Book Store with cash or checks. Checks should be made out to Coronado High School. See Bricks
View Report Cards On Line
View your student's REPORT CARD and attendance history online.
Click on this link and sign in to Student Experience.
User Name: your student's 6-digit ID number
Click on this link and sign in to Student Experience.
User Name: your student's 6-digit ID number
Password: your student's birthdate (mmddyyyy)
Look on the left for Report Card.
You may also use this link to view your student’s immunization records and course history.
If you do not have internet access, please contact Wendy Valenzuela 480-484-6812 for a paper copy of your student's report card.
If you want a SchoolFusion account, independent of your student's account, to access grades online and student assignments, please contact Margaret Muller 480-484-6826.
Tutoring is back!
Tutoring is available in the Media Center Monday through Thursday; mornings from 6:45 to 7:45, afternoons from 2:30 to 4:00.
Arizona’s Graduation Requirements and the Provision of a Free Appropriate Public Education for Students with Disabilities
Graduation Requirements for Students with Disabilities. The Arizona Department of Education (ADE) has learned that some parents of students with disabilities are being informed that there is a new law requiring all students with disabilities to graduate from high school within four years. This information is incorrect. It is important to stress that there are no new laws requiring students with disabilities to graduate in four years. Read the complete letter.
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El Departamento de Educación de Arizona (ADE) se ha enterado que algunos padres de alumnos con discapacidades están siendo informados de que hay una nueva ley que exige a todos los estudiantes con discapacidades el tener que graduarse de la escuela secundaria en cuatro años. Esta información no es correcta. Es importante destacar que no hay nuevas leyes que exijan a los estudiantes con discapacidades tener que graduarse en cuatro años.
eLearning
SUSD eLearning Policy
Students who are seeking to enroll in online courses outside of SUSD eLearning may only do so for the purpose of transferring elective credit only. Courses that can be used to fulfill graduation requirements established for the standard, Regents or Scholar diploma, as defined in the High School Planning Guide, are considered academic for the purpose of credit transfer. Link to eLearning Page.
Dropout Prevention
15 Effective Strategies forDropout Prevention
The National Dropout Prevention Center/Network has identified 15 effective strategies that have
The National Dropout Prevention Center/Network has identified 15 effective strategies that havethe most positive impact on the dropout rate. These strategies have been implemented
successfully at all education levels and environments throughout the nation. Dropout Strategies.
Professional Development - Early Release Schedule
Early Release Schedule 2011-2012
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August 17
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District Coordinated
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August 31
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District Coordinated
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September 21
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Site Coordinated
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November 2
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Site Coordinated
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December 14
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District Coordinated
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January 25
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Site Coordinated
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May 21
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District Coordinated
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