DSHA: Class of 2025

CONGRATULATIONS!

Congratulations on your acceptance to the DSHA Class of 2025! We are so excited for your daughter and your family to start at DSHA!

Please mark the following dates on your calendars and watch your email (and this webpage) for updated information about future opportunities for the Class of 2025 to gather together.

If you have any questions, please contact the admissions office.

Winter 2021

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Class Registration Opens | Wednesday, January 13

You will receive more information via email the week of January 4-8.

To read class registration instructions online, click here.
Future Dasher Night—Winter Athletics | Wednesday, January 20 | 7-8 p.m. on Zoom

Class of 2025 athletes are invited to Future Dasher Night on Zoom! Current DSHA student athletes will share what winter Dasher athletics are like, how to balance school and sports, and maybe even share some training tips!

Wednesday, January 20 | 7-8 p.m.

Click on the date to register.
Panel for Incoming Black Students and Parents in the Class of 2025 | Thursday, January 21 | 6-7 p.m. on Zoom
Black families are invited to an event that will highlight the Black DSHA experience.

You will meet students and parents, and have the opportunity to talk about the academic and social aspects of a Dasher's daily life.

DSHA staff members will be present to answer your questions and to get to know you, our newest DSHA families!

Hosted by:
- The Sisters of Culture Club
- Parents of C3PO (Cultural Community Connections Parent Organization)
- President Katie Konieczny, DSHA '92
- Principal Dan Quesnell
- Director of Student Services, Equity, and Engagement Lisette Rodriguez-Reed
- Dean of Student Affairs Ruby Brock, DSHA '92
- Director of Admissions & Financial Aid Ann Duffy, DSHA '10
Freshman Orientation—Part I | Wednesday, January 27 | 6:30 p.m. on Zoom

All incoming freshmen and parents are required to attend Freshman Orientation on Wednesday, January 27. The event will take place on Zoom and will provide you an opportunity to ask course registration questions, learn about the math placement process, and meet your daughter’s counselor. They can’t wait to meet you! They are ready to answer any questions you may have about your upcoming high school experience.
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Freshman Orientation—Part II | Sunday, January 31 | 1-4 p.m. at DSHA
Class of 2025 students and one parent are invited to attend part two of Freshman Orientation!

Class of 2025 students will receive a special Class of 2025 t-shirt!

You will also have the opportunity to learn more about the following:
- Transportation | Learn about options for getting to and from DSHA.
- DSHA uniforms | Our Dean of Student Affairs Ruby Brock, DSHA '92 will be available to answer any questions about uniforms with a visual uniform display. A Lands End rep will be available to answer questions about the ordering process and sizing. Uniform samples to try-on will be available and will follow COVID-19 apparel protocols. By attending this event, you will be entered into a drawing for a $150 Lands End gift card!
- Clubs and Activities | Check out display boards representing the variety of clubs and activities available to students, and meet current Dashers involved with your areas of interest.
Families must register in advance for a time slot. Click here to register for your family's time-slot.

Questions? Contact Dean of Student Affairs Ruby Brock.
Class of 2025 Mass | Sunday, February 21 | 4-5:30 p.m. at DSHA

Class of 2025 students are invited to DSHA for Mass and hear from current Dashers about faith life and opportunities to get involved in Campus Ministry at DSHA!

Please click here to register by Wednesday, February 17.

Spring 2021

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Dasher Mentor Kickoff! | Early March

Your daughter's Dasher Mentors will be in touch in early March to introduce themselves and share upcoming plans for this spring and summer!
DSHA Auction | Saturday, March 20

Visit our special events page for more details coming soon!
Future Dasher Night—Spring Athletics | TBD

More details coming soon!
Math and World Language Placement Testing | May 18 & 19
Placement tests for math and world languages take place at DSHA in May on the following dates:
- Tuesday, May 18
- Wednesday, May 19
Based on the courses you select at registration, you may be required or wish to take one or more placement tests. These tests ensure you are placed in a class that will optimize success in the subject area. You will receive detailed information on placement exams in the spring.

Summer/Fall 2021

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Summer Cool | June – August 2021
Join us for your best summer yet!

Check out offerings specifically for the Class of 2025:
- Camp Dasher | Rev up for the new school year! Spend five glorious days at DSHA in this fantastic introduction to your first year. You’ll explore the school, make new friends, meet faculty and staff, learn about classes, and discover ways to make the most of your four years as a Dasher. Sample school curriculum through mini-session and gain skills in notetaking, writing and organization, and more. You’ll also participate in a service project, daily reflection and recreation.
- Leadership Boot Camp | Leadership is a big part of being
  a Dasher and this Boot Camp will get you in shape to be a leader at DSHA. This day-long experience will build a connection within the Class of 2025 as well as a sense of community while inspiring students to be leaders from their first day at DSHA. Group activities focused on teamwork, critical thinking, and real-life scenarios combined with fun ice breakers will prepare freshmen to make an immediate impact at DSHA. Are you up for the challenge? Are you ready to lead?
- Learning How to Learn: How to Succeed in School Without Spending All Your Time Studying | This practical, fun and hands-on workshop is based on the best-selling book of the same name, and we will use that book as a guide for our workshop. Get ready to learn how you learn most effectively and efficiently so you can eliminate bad habits you’ve (unfortunately) picked up. Learn new things about how people really do learn and use all this as a way to create a learning approach you can put into practice when school starts. Please note: each participant must purchase the workshop book before camp and bring it on the first day.
- Forensics Boot Camp | Extemporaneous speaking, dramatic interpretation, poetry, prose and more! Suitable for seasoned competitors or beginners entering high school, this camp is designed to prepare you for the 2021-22 forensics season. In a fun, supportive atmosphere, you will build on your strengths to refine your communication skills and learn the art of effective delivery. Other areas of focus will include voice and breath control, peer coaching and using mindfulness to gain a competitive edge. You will receive intensive personalized coaching as well as team-oriented training. DSHA and MUHS students interested
  in forensics are welcome.
Learn more about Summer Cool here.
Dasher Resale—Used Book & Uniform Sale | TBD

The Dasher Resale is an opportunity to purchase used uniforms and books from current students. Additional information will be sent this spring.
Freshman Social Event | TBD

Spend time with your new classmates at DSHA! This event will follow the Leadership Boot Camp for incoming students—register for that through the Summer Cool program!
Incoming Freshman Ice Cream Social | TBD

Meet with your Dasher Mentor group and new classmates at the annual Ice Cream Social.

Additional information will be sent this spring.
Mandatory Athletic Meeting

This meeting starts at 5:30 p.m. and is mandatory for all girls who are interested in playing any DSHA support during the 2021-22 school year. Additional information will be shared this spring.
Student Check-In Day | Thursday, August 19

On Check-In Day all students “check-in” to the new school year. On this day, you will receive your student handbook, purchase a school lock, find and organize your locker, and have your school picture taken by VIP.

Additional information will be sent this spring.
Freshman Orientation Day (first day of school for freshmen) | Friday, August 20
This is a full school day for freshman!

Freshman Orientation Day allows you and your classmates to become acclimated to the school building and your daily schedule before the rest of the student body returns to school. Lunch is provided and no uniforms or class materials (backpacks) are required. On this day you will:
- walk through your class schedule and meet your teachers.
- participate in fun activities and ice breakers with upperclasswomen student leaders.
- orient yourself to the building and technology.
- pray with the DSHA community.
Additional information will be sent this spring/summer.
First day of school for all students | Monday, August 23

The first full day of school for all students is the Monday following Freshman Orientation Day.

Admitted Student Resources

Dasher Mentor Program

The Dasher Mentor program is designed to help you through your freshman year at DSHA. All freshmen are assigned to a small group (5-6 freshmen) with two Dasher Mentors (current DSHA students). Your Dasher Mentors will contact you in March to introduce themselves and organize opportunities for you to meet your fellow Dasher Mentor group members!

Dasher Mentor groups will follow DSHA's health and safety plan as it relates to COVID-19.

Events are planned during the first few weeks of the school year, and your Dasher Mentors will continue to connect with you during your freshman year. Your Dasher Mentors are great resources for you as you begin your high school journey!

Freshman Seminar

Each freshman enrolls in Freshman Seminar during her fall semester. This interactive classroom experience focuses on teaching you the academic and social/emotional skills that will help you thrive at DSHA. Freshman Seminar acclimates you to DSHA policies and practices, allows you to develop your self-advocacy skills, and begins your development of the DSHA Qualities of a Graduate.

CLICK TO LEARN MORE ABOUT FRESHMAN SEMINAR