High School Happenings

In Algebra II, students have been recalling the importance of factoring and function operations through various activities. Additionally, students have been working on completing their Think Cerca assignments for math class. Students who are using Aleks for their math course should be at a minimum of 30% progress by September 5th. Each week students should grow 5% in their Aleks progress. Edgenuity math classes should be keeping up with the daily Target Progress. Should students need support, they are encouraged to reach out to Mrs. Wilkins at jwilkins@d49.org or text 719.243.4844 for various support options.

Geometry is learning about the roots of Geometry and how it all started. We are getting familiar with Euclid (the Father of Geometry) and learning about proofs while incorporating the basics of geometry. In Algebra I, we are understanding about direct variation and conversions so we can travel to Europe and know the speed limit. We measured the object's area and perimeter to find out if they are examples of direct variation or not.

Students in Pre-Calculus have studied the transformation of families of functions, and are focusing on mixture problems, along with other story types of problems. Algebra II students have focused also on mixture problems and wrote a ThinkCERCA on how to solve a mixture problem involving a mixture of coffee beans looking to reduce the cost to the owner by mixing expensive and cheaper coffee beans. Students are engaged and it and it is so nice to be in a classroom learning mathematics again. We are impressed with student’s engagement and enthusiasm all over campus. Honored to teach all these brilliant students from SSAE and PPEC.

In English I, we are finishing up the "Life Soundtrack Project" where students are selecting songs that represent different aspects of their lives. Projects will be presented in class on Wednesday, September 8. We will then dive into a book club-style unit focusing on graphic novels. Students are welcome to join me during my virtual office hours on Tuesday from 12-1 PM for additional support on Edgenuity coursework.

English 2 is reviewing how various forms of media communicate information, such as podcasts, speeches, videos, and more. Students will choose one form to create themselves in a research project that focuses on the topic of happiness. English 2 Honors students are also working on personal passion or “Genius Hour” projects in which they are choosing their own topics to research and developing a plan to showcase their learning by creating, designing, performing, or writing something of their choice.

Gothic Lit students are finishing up their reading of Frankenstein and will be working on a writing project. They can choose from one of four prompts for this assignment.

The yearbook staff has been busy developing the theme and organizing for the 2021-2022 yearbook. Students will be documenting school events and campus life throughout the year.

The yearbook theme is 80's - Skating Thru the Years. We want your input: click here for a brief survey, and be sure to follow us on Instagram for updates @thecampus_yearbook.

Civics students are currently finishing up work on political cartoons before they dive more into the Constitution. US History students continue to work on the museum exhibit project featuring African American Members of Congress who served during 1870-1887. World History class wrapped up a CSI: Florence involving the conspiracy of who attacked the Medici brothers. Now they are delving into a group project with a focus on one of the revolutions in world history. Psychology class is learning various research methods as well as vital vocabulary to set the stage for when the students conduct their own observation/research of a topic.

College Adobe Photoshop- introduction to Photoshop, artboards, history, guides, exporting, saving

Jewelry Design- introduction to design basics, supplies, tools, key chain, belt

¡Saludos! Greetings! Our students in Spanish class are learning and practicing basic greetings and introducing to each other in Spanish. We are role-playing and recording videos of ourselves conversating in Spanish.

This semester we will participate in a regional league competing against other high schools in Smash Bros Ultimate. There is still time to sign up! Click here to sign up! Games are Wednesday afternoons starting at 4-5/5:30 PM depending on matches. Contact Natalie Cummings for more information. The Campus will also host a Spring league.

This trip will be for middle and high school students who will be at least 12 years old at the time of the trip to the US Space and Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama. This weeklong immersive experience is an amazing opportunity for students! No need to register in advance, we look forward to seeing you there!

Peer Tutoring will be available every Friday morning starting September 24, from 10:40 AM-11:55 AM. Tutors will work with students one-on-one to provide academic support and feedback during this time. Tutors will also be available to work in classes or during teacher support times throughout the week to provide additional help. The tutors are currently working on creating a sign-up for times to meet with them when they are available.