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March 1, 2024

Mar 8, 2024 | Raptor Rundown

Good afternoon, CodeRVA Families-

Can you believe it’s already March and we are heading into the last two marking periods of the 2023-24 school year?  Wow!  We have lots of information again for you this week, so let’s get at it!

Attention all 11th Grade Families!  As a reminder,  on Wednesday, March 6, all 11th grade students will sit for the SAT. This will take place at CodeRVA and is free of charge thanks to our generous partners at the Herndon Foundation.

This day will be an asynchronous learning day for all 9th, 10th, and 12th graders. 

9th, 10th, and 12th grade students should plan to work on their coursework from home on this day. 

Below is information our 11th grade families will want to make note of:

  • 11th graders should plan to arrive as they normally do (between 8-8:50 AM) using their regular transportation.

  • Students will begin testing at 8:50 AM. The SAT exam generally takes between two and three hours, including breaks.

  • Lunch will be provided following the conclusion of the test, with snacks provided during breaks.

  • Students are allowed to leave following the conclusion of the test. Those who do not leave after testing will be provided lunch and a space to work quietly following testing.

  • If you have any additional questions, please contact your student’s School Counselor.

Attention all 9th Grade Families!  As a reminder, on Tuesday March 12th during rotations 1 and 2, ninth graders at CodeRVA Regional High School will sit for their Writing Performance Based Assessment.  This is the first part of their assessment.  They will take the second and third parts during their tenth grade year.

Best of luck to all of our Raptors testing next week!

Attention all 10th Grade Families!  We don’t want you to feel left out when it comes to testing.  Here is your LPA information so you can plan ahead now.  

  • All 10th grade students are scheduled to take the Writing LPA test on Tuesday March 26th during Rotation 1 and 2. This is the third of three parts of the Writing LPA, which will contribute to students’ writing portfolios that will serve as their End of Course (EOC) Writing SOL, and upon their successful completion, will result in a verified credit in writing, which is required for graduation. Students’ Humanities teachers will share scores for this assessment after the scoring session in April. Our students have been working hard over the past several weeks to prepare for this assessment, and we are confident that they will be successful!

Here is an event from our CodeRVA PTSA you do not want to miss!  Check out the note from them below:  

  • CodeRVA PTSA Raptor Run

  • Saturday March 23, Rockwood Park, Chesterfield County

  • Start time is 10 AM

  • Come have a good time while getting out enjoying nature with your fellow peers at Rockwood Park, Chesterfield County.

  • This is a fun low-key event. Invite your friends and family to support the CodeRVA PTSA.

  • Snacks and water will be provided after the run.

  • Students are FREE!

  • PTSA Members and Teachers $20

  • Regular Registration $25

  • Registration comes with a Code RVA T-Shirt (if registered by March 13th)

  • Purchase here: https://coderva.memberhub.com/store?limit=21&live=true

You may remember the event below from last week’s update, and I want to add in a link for one of the organizations behind Techstars: https://rvaworks.org/ If you have ever wanted to own your own business, this is a great organization to explore!  I also encourage you to consider attending the free Techstars event.  Detailed information about Techstars is below!

Another event you may want to plan for is below.  As CodeRVA’s brand and reputation continues to grow, we are increasingly being offered opportunities for our students to connect with professionals and community members from across Virginia.

  • ImmerseCon in Richmond, VA – a unique convention that examines the intersection of STEM and gaming. This event promises to be a celebration of technology and interactive entertainment, education, and we’re aiming to make it a standout experience.  Tickets can be purchased here.  Questions? Email info@immersecon.com directly or leave a message at www.immersecon.com/contact-us.

  • We’re also looking for collaboration in several key areas.

    • Exhibitors: Companies and groups with innovative products or services in tech and gaming are encouraged to showcase their offerings.

    • Esports Competitors: Amateur, school age and collegiate athletes are encouraged to apply for the chance to win prizes and glory in the RVA Esports Championship

    • Artists: Artists inspired by technology and gaming are welcome to display and sell their work at the convention.

    • Indie Game Developers: This is an opportunity for independent game creators to present their games and engage with a community that shares their passion.

    • Tabletop Game Developers: We are excited to feature a variety of board games, card games, and RPGs, and would be honored to include your creative work.

    • Volunteers: Enthusiastic individuals willing to contribute their time and skills are crucial for the success of ImmerseCon 24.

In case you missed them before, check out the Previous Raptor Rundown Reminders section below for information on a college mentoring opportunity available for Seniors; information on ordering a Yearbook (so you can participate in this year’s Yearbook signing party in May!); and information about Summer Session 2024!

I hope everyone has a restful weekend, and I hope our students return on Tuesday ready to finish the year strong!  You can do this, Raptors!

#WeAreCodeRVA

***23-24 CodeRVA: Raptor Scholarship Sheet

Previous Raptor Rundown Reminders

Attention Class of 2024!  Would you like a free 8 week opportunity to be mentored by a Junior or Senior in college who shares your interest in Computer Science?  If so, check out our new partner CivilianCyber’s Technology Enabled Engagement and Mentoring™ (TEEM) program here..  This free program is sponsored by CivilianCyber and The Commonwealth Cyber Initiative (CCI – https://cyberinitiative.org/).This program is currently only being offered to CodeRVA Seniors, and all participants earn a CCI Certificate upon completion.  We need a minimum of 5 students willing to participate and have a maximum of 20 slots available.  Sign up as soon as possible (but no later than March 1) using the information here.

Yearbooks! Order your 2024 yearbook online until March 28, 2024 at yearbookordercenter.com (school code: 17686). Yearbooks are $25. All orders will be distributed to students at CodeRVA in May.

Senior Pride Advertisements: While ordering your yearbook online at yearbookordercenter.com (school code: 17686), you can also design a Senior Pride Ad for your graduate. Ads can be ordered until March 15, 2024. Senior Pride Ads are printed in the yearbook as a special way for families and friends to show their encouragement. Personalize your ad with your favorite photos and an encouraging message.  Pricing: (All Senior Pride Ads must be created by March 15, 2024); Full Page – $100; Half Page – $75 Quarter Page – $50; Eighth Page – $35

Questions? Please email scott.ludlow@coderva.org

Summer Session 2024

  • Summer session will begin on June 10 and end on July 18 for a total of six weeks. Each session will take place Monday-Thursday during regular school hours (no school will occur on June 19 and July 4). Transportation will be provided by a student’s home district if they are scheduled to attend. Students who are not scheduled for any of the offerings shown below will not participate in the summer session.

  • Students’ grades at the end of the school year, performances on LPA and SOL tests, and academic pathway decisions will impact if they are scheduled to attend one or more summer sessions. Students qualify for summer sessions through the following ways:

  • Students who receive 50-59% in a Computer Science, Humanities, Math, or Science course at the end of the regular school year will be required to attend Course Completion. Course Completion will run in person for one week and involve reviewing key skills and standards to receive a passing grade (60%). Families will not have an option to choose when to do Course Completion(s). Students cannot receive a grade higher than 60% during Course Completion. Students who receive 0-49% in their Computer Science, Math, or Science course will receive a final failing grade and will repeat the course when appropriate.

  • Students who receive 45-49% in a Humanities course at the end of the regular school year will be required to attend English Recovery to receive their English credit. English Recovery will run in person for one week in person and one week virtual and involve reviewing key skills and standards to receive a passing grade (60%). Families will not have an option to choose when to do English Recovery. Students cannot receive a grade higher than 60% during English Recovery. Students who receive 0-44% in their Humanities course will receive a final failing grade and will repeat the course when appropriate.

  • Students who are not successful on their LPA and/or SOL tests will be required to attend SOL remediation and retake their respective LPA/SOL test. LPA/SOL remediation will run in person for one week. Families will not have an option to choose when to do their LPA/SOL remediation.

  • Rising 10th grade students on the Associate Degree pathway taking Geometry will complete three weeks of summer session from June 10-June 27.

  • Rising 11th grade students taking Dual Enrollment (including students on the Associate Degree pathway) will complete a Dual Enrollment College Success Skills course (SDV 100) from July 10-13. This virtual course will include both synchronous (via Zoom) and asynchronous time.  Students will be divided into two sections, one in the morning (8 AM-12 PM) and one in the afternoon (12:30-4:30 PM), based on last name.  Students will meet with the professor on Zoom on these dates: July 8, 9, 10, and 11.  Students will work asynchronously on their own on July 2, 3, 15, and 16.  These dates apply to both groups of students.  Students will receive their assigned section on Wednesday June 5 once all regular school year grades have been calculated and Dual Enrollment eligibility determined.  As a reminder, Dual Enrollment courses for students in this grade level have a $20 per credit fee.  SDV 100 (a 1 credit course) will require families to pay a $20 fee.  This fee will be applied to your student’s account and families can pay either during summer session or with regular school fees in August.

  • Rising 12th grade students on the Associate Degree pathway will complete a two week in person Introduction to Discrete Structures course occurring from July 8-July 18.   As a reminder, Dual Enrollment courses for students in this grade level have a $15 per credit fee.  CSC 208 (a 3 credit course) will require families to pay a $15 fee per credit hour.  This $45 fee will be applied to your student’s account and families can pay either during summer session or with regular school fees in August.  Please also be aware of our updated attendance policy for summer Dual Enrollment courses, which you can find below:

  • Dual Enrollment summer courses are typically in increments of 1 or 3 or 4 credits.  The guidance below applies to both in person and asynchronous/virtual courses.

    • 1 credit classes = 4 days of synchronous and 4 days of asynchronous learning

    • 3 credit classes = 8 days

    • 4 credit classes = 12 days

    • Students enrolled in a 1 credit course can miss a maximum of 1 day with prior notice and an approved reason.

    • Students enrolled in a 3 credit course can miss a maximum of 2 of 8 days with prior notice and an approved reason.

    • Students enrolled in a 4 credit course can miss a maximum of 3 of 12 days with prior notice and an approved reason.

    • Approvals of absences must come from Dr. Goranson or Dr. Ashworth.

    • Failure to meet attendance guidelines may result in students not receiving credit for a course and being unable to remain on their Dual Enrollment pathway.

  • Families who wish their students to take summer courses in their home divisions or with an online provider must obtain approval from CodeRVA prior to registering. Please send the name of the course and the reason for taking the course to your student’s school counselor via email no later than Friday, May 17. Students who take courses without CodeRVA’s approval may not be awarded credit on their transcripts.

  • World Languages courses will be offered through Virtual Virginia during summer session. To sign up for World Language offerings for the summer, please complete this form no later than May 3. Before signing up for a World Language course, carefully review the information that is shared in the form and reach out to your student’s school counselor with any questions.

  • Health/PE 9 and 10 and Economics and Personal Finance courses will not be offered during the summer session.

  • Here is a link to a visual schedule for summer 2024. Please reach out to your student’s school counselor if you have any questions about summer. Students and families will receive their final schedule for the summer session via email on Wednesday, June 5.