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SIATech Academy South Open House Oct. 26-27
SIATech Parents & Students: Join us for our virtual back to school nights on Tuesday and Wednesday (Oct 26-27) from 2:00 – 4:00 pm. Join at link.siatech.org/mrrice Reach out to your teachers if you have any questions. See you there!
UC Merced Virtual Tour – Oct. 20, 2020
VISIT UC MERCED A great time to visit the newest University of California from the comfort of your home computer or phone! INFORMATION Tour Date: Tuesday, October 20, 2020 Campus Tour: 11:00am – 12:00pm Register Here PREPARE BEFORE MEETING 1. Upon registering, a confirmation email will be sent to you with the event See The Story
Alumni Update: Adinda Whitt from SJJC
A recently submitted update from a SIATech Alumni: Before I came to SIATech, I was a student at Homestead High School. During my time at Homestead, I didn’t feel like I fit in there. While I was there, I started to lose hope in what I wanted to achieve. Coming to SIATech with instructors that See The Story
SIATech ELAC meeting!
Parents, families, and community members: join us for SIATech’s first ever ELAC meeting! Who: Parents and families of students who are English Learners (ELs) What: ELAC (English Learner Advisory Committee) meeting When: Today! Tuesday, September 8, 5:00 – 5:30 p.m. Where: Online – Google Meet (link: https://meet.google.com/vsu-ukfg-hcj) Why: To meet one another and to share information about how best to serve See The Story
SIATech Summer School Participates in Movement BE
SIATech kicked off its partnership with Movement BE, an organization that facilitates creative storytelling of students, with its first workshop on July 7. This “I Am” workshop empowered SIATech students to reflect on their past and current experiences to construct their own personal narratives. The students shared their poetry by posting them to an app See The Story
SIATech Announces Retirement of Superintendent / CEO Dr. Linda Dawson
SIATech Board Declares July 1 as Linda Dawson Day SIATech announces the retirement of long-time Superintendent / CEO Dr. Linda Dawson as of June 30, 2020. Dr. Dawson is replaced by Dr. Terrance Mims. Linda Dawson joined SIATech in 2000 and was named Superintendent / CEO in 2004. There were many accomplishments while she was See The Story
SIATech Gainesville’s David Frazier III Writes His Story
Congratulations to SIATech Gainesville team member David Frazier III on the publication of a book: Dream Big: Living the Twenty-Twenty Vision. Frazier grew up in the Duval neighborhood of northeast Gainesville. He wanted to share his life experience with others, especially young men. Learn more about Frazier and his new book from The Gainesville Sun See The Story
SIATech Superintendent Congratulates the Graduating Class of 2020
SIATech’s Superintendent, Dr. Linda Dawson, congratulation message for the graduating class of 2020. SIATech held its first virtual graduation on June 4, 2020. Teachers and staff shared some words of encouragement during these difficult times of racism and inequalities. Dr. Dawson says “Enjoy this moment but don’t stop here. Continue to create the future you See The Story
California State Senator Congratulates SIATech Grads
California state senator, Maria Elena Durazo, congratulates SIATech high school graduates. On June 4, 2020 SIATech held it’s first virtual graduation where students were able to receive their high school diplomas. She goes on and speaks about the coronavirus pandemic, and recent events of racism and inequalities. Like many others who have come to play See The Story
Senator Hueso Congratulates SIATech Grads at the 2020 Virtual Graduation
Senator Ben Hueso congratulates SIATech High School graduates at the first virtual graduation on June 4, 2020. Ben also speaks about how he was able to overcome obstacles growing up in Logan Heights. He says “my life was not defined by statistics and never let anyone predict my future. I made my own future.” His See The Story
SIATech Welcomes Dr. Terrance Mims as Superintendent as of July 1
SIATech is pleased to announce Dr. Terrance Mims as the new Superintendent / Chief Education Officer of SIATech as of July 1, 2020. Dr. Mims brings more than 25 years of experience in public education and business management to the organization. Dr. Mims replaces Dr. Linda Dawson who led SIATech in this capacity since 2004 See The Story
For Students: A Message from your SIATech Teachers
Your SIATech teachers are moved by the deaths of George Floyd and others, and stand by your side. The peaceful protests around the world and in communities are sending a powerful message for change. We hear you, we see you, and we love you. We remain committed to supporting and serving you through these turbulent See The Story
SIATech El Centro, North County, San Diego, SAS, South Bay Virtual Graduation June 4, 2020
Congrats and Bravo! Join SIATech El Centro, North County, San Diego, Boyle Heights, Pico-Union, Culver City, and South Bay to celebrate the graduates on this impressive achievement. This will be an online, virtual high school graduation. June 4, 2020 – 5:00 P.M. Join on your computer/mobile device or Call in: 1 (307) 463-1409 PIN: 805666782# Congratulations on your See The Story
SIATech Long Beach, and SIATech Sacramento Job Corps Virtual Graduation June 26, 2020
Congrats and Bravo! Join SIATech Sacramento Job Corps and SIATech Long Beach Job Corps to celebrate the graduates on this impressive achievement. This will be an online, virtual graduation. June 26, 2020 – 5:00 P.M. Join on your computer/mobile device or Call in: 1 (352) 474-2555 PIN: 659 179 209# Congratulations on your graduation and best See The Story
San Diego Job Corps – How to Earn Social Studies Attendance Credits
Hello San Diego Social Studies Students, I hope this finds you happy and healthy. To stay in good standing with Job Corps you must be in communication with each of your teachers 5 times a week. Each communication counts as 1 attendance credit. For example, if you set a goal and submitted 5 assignments for the See The Story
SIATech El Centro Teachers are Here for You
SIATech El Centro high school is doing a lot of fun activities for students during distance learning. For instance, teachers have game nights and other fun events to keep students engaged online. Furthermore, they are also publishing a newsletter with relevant issues and a focus on well-being. Then, of course, they are sending their students See The Story
Participation and Weekly Check-ins Required for SIATech NCIS Students
Distance Learning Classes are Open while Campus Remains Closed. Good Morning, Students! This is coming to you from all of the teachers and staff here at NCIS. First, we want you all to know WE MISS YOU! It’s been rough not being able to see your smiling faces and connect with you in person! We See The Story
Mandatory Virtual School Wide Assembly Thursday 3:00 P.M.
April 23, 2020 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Hi SIATech students! Please attend the mandatory virtual school wide assembly Google Meet Room Topics: school update COVID food info and more. Log in 10 minutes early to test yourtechnology!