December 22nd - Flexible Learning Day for All Students

During flexible learning days, students are engaged in online assignments provided by their teachers. This is an opportunity to practice time management and self-direction, as well as hone the skills necessary for learning remotely - all skills that are valued by our collegiate and business partners.

December 22nd - End of Grading Period

If you haven't had a chance to log in to PowerSchool to check grades recently, now is a great time to do so. Visit our PowerSchool Information page for links and log-in instructions. 

December 25th- January 5th- Winter Break

No high school classes

January 15th- Martin Luther King Jr. Day

No high school classes



See the full list of upcoming events here.

SkillsUSA

On November 9th and 10th, 18 students attended the SkillsUSA Fall Leadership Conference.

Students participated in break-out sessions on budgeting, community service, how to run a chapter, and more. We had two candidates running for Regional Officer positions, and both spoke in front of the South Central SkillsUSA Ohio Delegate Assembly. In addition, we had five students act as voting delegates to try to get our candidates elected.

We are proud to announce that senior student Ethan D'Ambrosia from Engineering-Robotics, Automation, and Design was elected as one of seven Regional Officers, out of twenty-four candidates. Ethan will serve this school year and will be involved with helping to plan the Regional Competition that will be held at DACC on March 1st.

Thank you, voting delegates and officers for attending, and congratulations to Ethan!! Pictured is Ethan D'Ambrosia with Zoey SanFillipo, one of the state officers for SkillsUSA Ohio.

Attendance

You can easily report an absence using our online Report an Absence form found on the main menu of the DACC App or on the Attendance page of our website. 

We work with each home school to align our calendar as closely as possible to each school. Please take a moment to compare the DACC district calendar with your home school's calendar. If your home school has a scheduled day off listed in their calendar, but DACC is still in session, your student is still required to attend DACC. However, if your student is going to be absent, please notify the attendance office.

Illness Procedure

At the Delaware Area Career Center, we prioritize the well-being and academic success of our students. If a student feels unwell after they have already arrived on campus, we encourage them to visit the clinic, where our healthcare professional will provide care and support. In the event that a student needs to go home, we will personally contact a parent or guardian to arrange this. The student will then be able to leave directly from the clinic as soon as their ride arrives, streamlining the process for everyone.

We kindly ask that students refrain from directly contacting parents to pick them up during school hours. This approach ensures minimal disruption to classes and allows our teachers to maintain an effective learning environment. We appreciate your cooperation and understanding in this collaborative effort to support our students' health and education.

Open House For Prospective Students

DACC families: if you know someone who is interested in exploring our programs, consider sharing Open House information with them.

DACC's Open Houses are a great opportunity to talk with our teachers and learn more about how you can shake up your high school experience with unique electives. Pre-registration is required.

December 7th (4:30-7:30 p.m.) - DACC Open House

This year's Open House is designed to serve students who are considering applying for the 2024-2025 school year and students exploring early. Register for one of two sessions here.

Unique Program Information:

• The Wildlife & Resource Management program meets at Camp Lazarus.
• The Columbus Zoo & Aquarium School and the Equine Science program will meet on DACC's campus.
• DACC's Flexible Learning Options for Seniors will meet on Thursday, December 8.

December 14th (5:30-7:00 p.m.) - One-Year Senior-Only Programs

Join us to explore DACC's one-year, senior-only programs including DACC's Pharmacy Technician program and our Flexible Learning Options. Hear directly from our program instructors, meet our students, and take a tour of the lab spaces. Register for the One Year, Senior-Only Program Open House here.

Applications for the 2024-2025 School Year

The online application for students who would like to attend DACC high school classes in the 2024-2025 school year is open now. Current students who are returning next year do not need to reapply. The application is intended for first-time students with the exception of CBI 9 and 10.

If you know someone who is interested in applying, please pass along the resources in the Future Families section of our website. There are ways to explore DACC both virtually and in person. The priority deadline to apply is January 12th, 2024.

Community Giving Opportunities

HOSA will be collecting new and unwrapped toys for Toys for Tots starting Monday, December 4 until Wednesday, December 20.

Please bring in new toys in their original packaging to your lab, and HOSA members will be around to collect them daily.

All donated toys will be given to families in Delaware and Franklin County.

We will be collecting new hats, gloves, and scarves donations for Strengthening Families from December 2nd- December 20th.

School Spirit Apparel Store

DACC now has an online school spirit store where you can purchase your favorite clothing items and accessories and have them delivered directly to your home. Most designs can be customized to include your lab name or our vision to empower, prepare, inspire, and connect all students.

Review

All information below is review – nothing new, but important enough to repeat periodically.

Senior Photos

The DACC Photography Studio is booking appointments for senior photo sessions. Schedule a one-on-one session with an experienced student photographer. You can sign up using this Google Form, and we will contact you within 1-2 days for further details.

Military Family Resources

DACC works with a variety of military recruiters. These recruiters may be the same or different from homeschool recruiters and can ensure students are connected to the right person. Visit our Military Family Resource Page

Delay and Closings

When DACC is delayed or canceled due to weather, you will receive instant alerts through the contact information you provided at registration. Alerts will be sent to you by email, phone call, and text message. If you download the DACC app, you will also receive a push notification on your phone. In addition, notices will be posted on our website and social media accounts. When you receive the delay or closure alert, make sure you know what to do by referencing our Delay & Closures page on our website.

Academic Hybrid Friday

During Academic Hybrid Fridays, all DACC academic students will be expected to complete online assignments in lieu of attending academic classes on Fridays. A copy of that email can be accessed here as well as a comprehensive FAQ about the program.

Attendance

You can easily report an absence using our online Report an Absence form found on the main menu of the DACC App or on the Attendance page of our website.

If you've ever wanted to find out why your child enjoys coming to DACC every day, see for yourself what they experience and learn a little more about their career ambitions. In select programs, we are offering evening classes for adults, including:



December 5 - Introduction to Welding Processes PT1

January 2 - Advanced Welding PT 2

January 9 - Microsoft 365 Excel Basic

January 23 - Advanced Welding Intro to TIG PT3

January 30 - Microsoft 365 Excel Intermediate

For the most up-to-date course offerings, visit the Adult Education website.

The Delaware Area Career Center (DACC) affirms that equal opportunities are offered without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), economic status, age, disability or military status. For additional information visit our website at www.DelawareAreaCC.org.