iSVA Weekly Update

Take a break and have fun finding all the hidden fall words! Click the link below to play.

🍁Enjoy the challenge! 🍁

Your digital world is bigger than your feed! 👀 Join us on October 21 at 12 PM CST for a Guidance Lesson all about the hidden dynamics of life online, from digital drama and bystander culture to the power we all have in online spaces.

💬 How do your choices impact others online?
🛡️ What can you do when you see something that doesn’t feel right?
⚡ How can YOU take control of your digital world?

Together, we’re standing up for kindness, inclusion, and a safer digital world. Wear orange on screen to show your support, and join us for our guidance lesson!

Check out below for an official campaign for kindess message from Mr. Garcia, our Guidance Lesson presenter... You definitely won't want to miss this one!

Our middle school students had a hoot at last week’s What's Up Wednesday with their Success Coaches! Students followed along with a fun owl draw-along, letting their creativity shine as they brought their own feathered friends to life.

📧 7th and 8th graders, watch for an email from your Success Coach with the link to join for this week's WUW!

Join in, have some fun, and BE IN THE KNOW!

Get ready to dress up, show your school spirit, and celebrate making healthy, drug-free choices!

Check out the daily dress-up themes below, plan your outfits, and let’s show everyone what it means to be drug-free! 💪❤️

Get creative and bring your ideas to life! Mr. Stein is hosting the 2nd Annual Stop-Motion Animation Contest and ALL iSVA students are invited to enter! 🎥✨

Whether you’re brand new to animation or already have some experience, this is your chance to create something awesome and show off your creativity. Winning entries may be featured on iSVA’s social media and in future newsletters! 👀

GOOD NEWS: The deadline to submit your creation has been extended to October 30!

⭐ AV Production students: If you’re in Mr. Stein’s AV Production course, all qualifying entries will also count as a project grade!

📅 Deadline: Friday, October 30
📧 Ready to enter? Email your submission and any questions to cstein@responsiveedtx.com

Clubs are a great way to meet other students, explore your interests, learn something new, and have fun outside of regular coursework.

Check them out 👇

👀 Want to get involved? Everyone is welcome! Look through the Club Descriptions for information on all of clubs here at iSVA. Check out the Club Interest Form and Club Calendar below to see what’s happening and find out how you can join in!

Did you catch last week's student story? If so, you probably saw we've launched a brand-new series across our social media channels highlighting what makes our school community so special: "My iSVA."

In this series, our students will be sharing their personal stories and experiences with our school. This week, Gracelyn shares how iSVA has given her the flexibility to train as a competitive equestrian vaulter allowing her to control how she uses her time while still getting a good education! 🐴💻

👇Check out Gracelyn's Story 👇

We want to spotlight your journey and celebrate everything that makes your virtual school experience unique. Want to help bring iSVA to life? Share your story with us!

We'd love to hear from you! Send an email to gmeyer@bluexvirtual.com to share your story, and don’t forget to connect with us on social media!

🎓 Be sure to check out our special Graduation Newsletter!

Your go-to spot for all things graduation! We’ll continue updating it with important information as graduation day gets closer, so be sure to check back for the latest details.

Whether you're joining us in person or virtually, find all the ceremony details below!

We’re kicking off graduation weekend with our Online Commencement on Friday, June 4, 2027 at 6:00 PM, giving loved ones near and far a front-row seat to the celebration. Then, we head to the Curtis Culwell Center on Sunday, June 6, 2027 at 2:00 PM to cross the stage in person.

Let’s make this an unforgettable send-off for the iSVA Class of 2027! 🎓

For the online ceremony, please note:

• This is a view-only event. Students and families will not appear on camera at any point. The only exceptions are the valedictorians and salutatorians, who will appear in video segments

• Graduates’ names will be displayed, but there is no need to turn on your camera or join a video call.

• Simply click the provided link (stay tuned for this as we get closer) at the scheduled time to watch the ceremony live.

• Seniors will have the opportunity to create a personalized slide to be featured during the online ceremony, allowing each graduate to be recognized and celebrated in a meaningful way. Additional details, including submission instructions and deadlines, will be communicated at a later date.
  
  

We hope this makes it easy for everyone to enjoy the celebration from home!

Stay tuned! More details about both ceremonies to come!

Please review this High School Orientation Summary - it is full of videos, links, and tips for a successful year at iSVA. If you are in grades 7-8, click here to view your information.

At iSVA, we're committed to supporting students in both their academic journey and personal well-being. Let's welcome back Mr. Garcia who serves as iSVA's student mentor.

You matter here

–and–

Support is always within reach

Mr. Garcia's goal is to help students feel seen, heard, and supported as they work toward their goals. Whether you’re facing academic stress, personal challenges, or just need someone to talk to, Mr. Garcia is here for you.

Looking for tech tips, or just trying to figure stuff out?

We’ve got you! 🙌

Check out the Student Website for all kinds of helpful resources, cool tools, and info to make school life way easier.