Destinations Career Academy of WI

Welcome to our January newsletter! As we embark on the new semester, we have some exciting updates and events lined up for our students and families. We want to ensure everyone is well-informed and ready to make the most of the upcoming months. This edition is concise but filled with essential information to help kick off Semester Two.

Semester two begins on January 21st, and we will kick it off with a half-day event called "What's Your Destination Day." See your Calendar for session links.

Best regards,

Jen Wegner

Principal

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🏫 National School Choice Week will be celebrated soon—a time to recognize the many education options parents will have. 🎒 Every child deserves a school that works for them, whether that’s in-person or online, and many families have found that Destinations Career Academy of WI is their best fit.

🏫 We are honored that you chose Destinations Career Academy of Wisconsin🖥️

Thursday, January 22nd in Homeroom

Participation in STAR testing is MANDATORY. If your student doesn't complete STAR, you wil receive messaging until it is complete.

We’re kicking off Semester Two with What’s Your Destination Day! 🚀 Get ready to level up with sessions on resume tips and tricks, smart saving for your future, mindfulness, and interview skills. Check your calendar so you don’t miss out!

Agriculture & Natural Resources: Khalia Adams

This month we are proud to recognize Khalia Adams, a student who consistently goes above and beyond in both academics and leadership. She excels in the classroom by turning in high-quality work, actively engaging in discussions, and demonstrating curiosity and dedication to learning. Beyond Khalia's coursework, she is an active member of the DCA Student Council, serving as President, contributing positively to our school community and serving as a role model for her peers. Khalia's hard work, enthusiasm, and leadership truly embody the values of the Agriculture and Natural Resources Pathway. Congratulations Khalia!

Business Management & Administration: Nyasa Patel

Nyasa Patel is an exceptional student who consistently demonstrates determination, resilience, and a strong commitment to academic growth. She approaches every challenge with a never-give-up mindset and makes the most of her experience at DCA by enrolling in rigorous coursework, taking and pursuing industry-recognized Microsoft Office Specialist certifications.

Nyasa is also participating in the Early College Credit Program, where college level courses through UW Milwaukee and a dual credit class at Madison College are incorporated into her high school course load. Her engagement, curiosity, and positive contributions strengthen classroom discussions and enhance the learning experience for those around her. Nyasa truly exemplifies what it means to be a motivated and future ready student in the Business Marketing pathway.

Construction & Engineering: Nathanael Joren

Please join us in congratulating Nathanael Joren for being named our Construction Pathway Student of the Month! Nathanael is striving for Academic success, showing dedication to his learning that is truly impressive. He consistently brings deep thought to all his answers in class, providing a solid basis for our in-class discussions, in turn he challenges other students to engage thoughtfully as well. Nathanael demonstrates a strong understanding of class content, as well as the world around him. Nathanael’s commitment to growing his skills and knowledge is clearly reflected in his dedication to his schoolwork, as he is actively building a strong foundation for his future. Keep up the hard work, Nathanael.

Construction and Engineering: Maya Cervantes

Maya Cervantes is a junior here at Destinations Career Academy. She has all A's and B's this year and is planning on graduating early by taking extra classes to graduate next January. Maya has a job outside of school working at Michael's arts store. Maya really enjoys drawing and has drawn some backgrounds for some animes. At home she loves taking care of her animals in which she has several different kinds and also takes care of her siblings. Maya's plans after college is to go to Lakeshore Technical College to pursue a degree in psychology. Maya really enjoys spending time with her family and is a very loving, caring and devoted family member.

Health Sciences: Hazmin Ochoa

Hazmin Ochoa is a student that embodies perseverance and dedication. Hazmin approaches their Health Sciences courses with determination and a positive attitude, even when faced with challenges. Through hard work, responsibility, and a willingness to keep pushing forward, Hazmin continues to make meaningful progress and sets a strong example for others. Her persistence and focus reflect the qualities essential to success in the health sciences field, making her a deserving Student of the Month.

Information Technology: Aiden Canon

Aiden Canon is the IT Pathway student of the month. He stands out in the IT pathway for staying engaged in class and always putting in the effort to learn. Aiden takes advantage of office hours to ask questions and build his skills, showing real dedication to improving.

In addition, Aiden serves as the NTHS Communications Director, taking on leadership responsibilities while earning career certifications along the way. His motivation, initiative, and positive attitude make him a great choice for Student of the Month.

Information Technology: Travis Griffith

Travis has worked hard to keep up with his schoolwork and progress further in his pathway. He has been very attentive to what he needs to accomplish and will self-advocate for himself when he does require help. He has been a great addition to our resource classes, and I have no doubt he will do well in the future.

Law and Criminal Justice: Patrick Belongie

Our student of the month for January is Patrick Belongie. Patrick joined us at the start of this year, and he has excelled at DCA this semester. Patrick is reliable and always ready to participate in classes. He is a good self-advocate and asks good questions! Patrick is also organized and completes high quality work and keeps up with it! He is a role model for other students, and he is a pleasure for teachers to work with!

Law and Criminal Justice: Allan Sanchez Torres

Allan Sanchez Torres works hard to overcome personal barriers in the school environment and consistently demonstrates a strong commitment to his education. He is willing to go above and beyond in his classes, putting in extra effort to understand challenging material and complete his work to the best of his ability. Allan has shown that through hard work and perseverance, real growth is possible—he does not give up when things are difficult and continues to push himself to improve. His positive attitude, determination, and resilience make him a great role model for his peers.

We are here to support all of our students in their academic, social, and career-based needs. Please reach out to us at any time with any questions or concerns!

Ms. Will

Email: kwill@wivcs.org

Supports students in the Health Sciences and Law Pathways

Mr. Mormino

Email: lmormino@wivcs.org

Call/text: 608-729-4084

Supports students in the Construction Pathway

New Counselor Coming Soon!

Students in the Ag, Business, and IT Pathways

reach out to Mr. Mormino or Ms. Will

FAFSA

Request a transcript here!

More information on ECCP/SCN can be found here!

📅 Date: Tuesday, February 17th

🕒 Time: 12:35 p.m.

📍 Location: See your calendar

Ready to take your job search to the next level? Join us for a Job Coaching Skills Session designed to help you sharpen your professional toolkit.

We’ll cover:

Resume and cover letter tips
Interview strategies
Workplace communication and professionalism
How to stand out in today’s job market

Whether you're applying for your first job or planning your career path, this session will give you the confidence and skills to succeed. Don’t miss it!

SAVE THE DATE!

During the Months of March and April we will be testing all 3rd-11th grade students by having them complete one of the tests listed below.

ACT: March 10th - March 20th (11th grade)

Forward: March 3rd - April 24th (10th grade)

PreACT: March 16th - April 24th (9-10th grade)

As a public school in Wisconsin, our students will be expected to take the state tests listed above according to their grade level. As part of our charter, Wisconsin Virtual Academies MUST support all of our families with the mandated testing schedule outlined by the Department of Public Instruction (DPI).

Communication will be sent out soon for testing date and location!

Testing Information

Don't wait! Get social today with some exciting student engagement activities!

K12 Student Engagement Newsletter

Check out our virtual field trips, where you can go behind the scenes at Clearwater Marine Aquarium, Farm Frenzy, Unlocking Mysteries of the Seas, and more!

K12 offers students virtual competitions, including Robotics Competitions, Talent Show, Cook-Off, Writing Competitions, and more!

Register today for the K12 competitions!

K12 National Newsletter: January

We’re excited to share that the NE WI Kinect Collaborative Hub is opening its doors for some amazing hands-on opportunities this month! This is your chance to connect what you’re learning in school with real-world skills that can shape your future.

See calendar below to sign up for these opportunities: Kinected Communities Calendar of Events I JANUARY 2026.pdf - Google Drive

Join us for an engaging, real-world conversation with two IT leaders from Multi-Color Corporation (MCC) as they share who they are, how they found their way into IT, what they do today, and what they wish they knew starting out.

This is not a lecture — it’s a conversation.

📆 Date/Time: Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 9:00 am – 10:30 am
📍 NE WI Kinect Collaborative Hub - 2571 S. Hemlock Rd., Green Bay, WI

Featured Guests
Thomas Schmidt, Global Cyber Security Architect
Peter Rentmeester, Director of IT Infrastructure

What We’ll Talk About
Who they are (beyond the job title)
How they first became interested in IT
Their current roles and day-to-day work
What MCC does and why IT matters there
Honest advice for anyone curious about IT careers

Sign up here:

https://bit.ly/48Krxzg

Join a club!

🗓 Date: Wednesday, January 28th

🕕 Time: 5:00–6:00 PM

📍 Location:

https://us06web.zoom.us/my/drsaracutler

Questions? Reach out to your student's Engagement Mentor— they'd love to help!

🚧Construction Pathway: Stacey Orr / sorr@wivcs.org

👩‍⚕️⚖️ Health Sciences and Law Pathways: Kandi Bretl / kbretl@wivcs.org

🌳🧑‍💼ℹ️ Agriculture, Business, and IT Pathways: August Servais / aservais@wivcs.org

Part-time student questions: Toni Flood / aflood@wivcs.org

January 21st: What's Your Destination Day

January 22nd: Semester 2 Begins: Homeroom at 8:30 a.m.

February 16th: No School

February 26-27: Asynchronous School Days

March 20th: End of 3rd Quarter

March 23-27th: No School - Spring Break

DCA Academic Calendar

Attendance

How to order a student identification card

Student Account Updates (Phone, Address, Name Changes)

DCA Staff

DCA Website

Notification of Language Assistance Services: Any parent who is limited in speaking, writing, or reading English may request the school to provide access to services such as interpreters and/or translated documents. To request services please email Miriam Mueller-Owens at mmowens@wivcs.org. Prompt access to the appropriate services and/or translator will be coordinated.

Asistencia de idioma: Cualquier padre que se limita al hablar, escribir o leer Inglés podrá solicitar a la escuela para proporcionar acceso a servicios tales como intérprete y / o documentos traducidos. Para solicitar los servicios envíe un correo electrónico o llamar al Coordinador de ELL. Se coordinará el pronto acceso a los servicios apropiados y / o al traductor.