May 28, 2021
Good afternoon Daniel Hand High School community,
Class of 2021 See below for a few reminders for several senior events next week.
Pre-Prom/Year-End Assembly at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 1st (DHHS Gym) On-Site COVID-19 testing on Tuesday, June 1st beginning at 1:15 p.m. (DHHS Gym) Yearbook Dedication at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 2nd (DHHS Gym) Senior Awards at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 2nd (DHHS Dining and Assembly Hall) Senior Prom at 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 5th at Anthony's Ocean View
Year-End Events There are many exciting events that take place just before the school year ends. Congratulations to the students that were recognized during last evening's National Honor Society Induction Ceremony. Two other significant events are scheduled in June. See below for the details of each event as well as the link to view the event during the livestream.
Senior Awards beginning at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 2, 2021 Link: https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/daniel-hand-high-school-madison-ct/evte07dc94c23
Graduation beginning at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, June 11, 2021 Link: https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/daniel-hand-high-school-madison-ct/evtd3f5193a4b
Wellness Wednesday Please see below for the "Wellness Wednesday" time schedule that will be followed on June 2, 2021. Please remember that this 30-minute timeframe is not for academic support or additional work.
Period 1 7:25 a.m. 8:25 a.m. Period 2 8:29 a.m. 9:26 a.m. Wellness 9:30 a.m. 10:00 a.m. Period 3A 10:04 a.m. 10:32 a.m. Period 3B 10:32 a.m. 11:00 a.m. Period 4A 11:04 a.m. 11:32 a.m. Period 4B 11:32 a.m. 12:00 p.m. Period 5A 12:04 p.m. 12:32 p.m. Period 5B 12:32 p.m. 1:00 p.m. Period 6 1:04 p.m. 2:00 p.m.
Year-End Return of School Materials (Reminder) As the end of the school year is quickly approaching, students are encouraged to begin collecting school materials in preparation to return these items by Monday, June 14, 2021. Any outstanding equipment, textbooks, library books, etc. will be added to student obligations. Students in ninth, tenth, or eleventh grade will keep their Chromebooks and chargers over the summer months. Remote students should contact their current teachers to arrange a time to return their school related materials.
Summer Reading (Reminder) All underclassmen are encouraged to click on the link below prior to the end of the school year and over the summer. This link will give you access to the following information: Course Specific Suggestions, Honors and AP Requirements, Nutmeg Nominees, Student Favorites, and Teacher Recommendations. Please remember the value and importance of reading for pleasure. I hope you have the opportunity to take advantage of some time over the summer to engage in several books that you are interested in reading. https://www.madison.k12.ct.us/students/summer
End of Trimester 3 Assessment Plan for Seniors – (Reminder) There will be an "End of Trimester 3 Assessment Exemption" for seniors with a cumulative average of an 89.5 or higher. This exemption applies for most courses but there are exceptions that will be communicated to seniors in advance by their specific teachers. The schedule below outlines when and where senior assessments will take place. Wednesday, 6/2 Non-Core Assessments During periods 1-6
Location: Classrooms Thursday, 6/3 Period 2-Social Studies Period 3-ELA
Location: LMC Friday, 6/4 Period 2-Math Period 3-Science
Location: LMC Monday, 6/7 Make-Up Assessments Periods 2 and 3
Location: LMC End of Trimester 3 Assessment Plan for Underclassmen (Reminder) If a student has a study hall or free period in their current schedule, they can either come in late or leave early providing they have parent/guardian permission and the necessary transportation. Students will be dismissed from school at 11:35 a.m. on June 9, 10, and 11. Bus transportation will be available at the end of each shortened school day. Please note that dining services will be available from 7:00 a.m. - 9:15 a.m. during assessment days with no lunches being served. For planning purposes, please note that Trimester 3 ends on Monday, June 14, 2021. Students only attend school on June 14th if they need to make-up any missed assessments for previously excused reasons. Wednesday, 6/9 Period 1 7:25 - 9:25
Period 2 9:35 - 11:35 Thursday, 6/10 Period 3 7:25 - 9:25
Period 4 9:35 - 11:35 Friday, 6/11 Period 5 7:25 - 9:25
Period 6 9:35 - 11:35 Monday, 6/14 Exam Make-up Day 7:25 - 11:30
N/A Cohort Schedule For planning purposes, see below for the cohort schedule for the remainder of the school year.
Week of May 31 – June 4 31 – No School 1 – Cohort A 2 – Cohort A 3 – Cohort B 4 – Cohort B
Week June 7 - 11 7 – Cohort A 8 – Cohort A 9 – Cohort A Trimester 3 Exams (Underclassmen) 10 – Cohort B Trimester 3 Exams (Underclassmen) 11 – Cohort B Trimester 3 Exams (Underclassmen)
Week of June 14 – 18 14 – Trimester 3 Exam Make-up Day (Last day of school) 15 – Professional Development (Faculty and Staff only) 16 – Summer Vacation 17 – Summer Vacation 18 – Summer Vacation
Enjoy the holiday weekend and stay healthy,
Mr. Salutari
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