[DHS Bulletin] 2010-10-01

Thu Sep 30 15:50:03 PDT 2010

REMINDER

  1.  Attention JUNIORS: The PSAT is coming soon!! Sign ups for the PSAT are Oct 4th thru Oct 7th during lunch in the large conference room. The test is on Saturday, October 16th from 7:45am to 11:30 am. The cost is only $23.00.

  1.  Come to support Blue Devil soccer vs. Jesuit this Saturday October 2. 5:00JV/7:00V. Bring your ASB card and get in free, admission $5 general, $3 student w/out ASB, $2 seniors and children 8-11.

  1.  DHS Band Carwash Fundraiser come and support your high school musicians and bring your dirty cars to be washed this Saturday, October 2nd from 9am-1pm at the DJUSD parking lot across from Farmer's market. Go get some fresh produce and come back to a clean car! Suggested donation is $10. For more info contact theresalucas09 at comcast.net<mailto:theresalucas09 at comcast.net>

  1.  Make the right move and come to Chess Club. Whether you're a veteran or a beginner, be sure to attend our first meeting on Monday during lunch in room P-20. See you there!!!

NEW

  1.  Attn: All Key Clubbers! If you signed up for the car wash this weekend to fundraise for MS, please remember that it is this Sunday, October 3rd from 12:00noon to 6:00pm at the Nugget on Covell & Poleline. Also, please bring towels if possible. Thank you for volunteering!

  1.  If you have signed up to take picture retakes, please come to the MPR on Tuesday, October 5th from 3:00-4:00pm. You must bring your original picture packet if you received one or you will not be allowed to retake pictures.

SPORTS
Friday: October 1st
Girls Water Polo Frosh-Soph @ Crusher Classic                         All Day
Boys Water Polo JV @ Jesuit Frosh-Soph Tournament               All Day
Football vs. Oakmont @ DHS                                                    5:00JV-7:15V

Saturday, October 2nd
Cross Country @ Scott Baughs Harrier Invitational
Boys Soccer vs. Jesuit                                                               5:00JV-7:00V
Girls Volleyball Varsity & JV @ CIVT Tournament
Girls Water Polo Frosh-Soph @ Crusher Classic
Boys Water Polo JV @ Jesuit Frosh-Soph Tournament

COLLEGE VISITS
University of Washington                                                                       Fri. 10/1                        10:00 a.m.
MIT (Cambridge, MA) - visit will be in the IPAB                                   Sun. 10/3                        2:00 p.m.
Willamette University (Salem, OR)                                                         Mon. 10/4                       9:00 a.m.
University of Colorado (Boulder, CO)                                                     Mon. 10/4                     10:00 a.m.
Kalamazoo College (Kalamazoo, MI)                                                     Tues. 10/5                       9:00 a.m.
Tufts University (Medford, MA)                                                            Tues. 10/5                     10:00 a.m.
Oregon State University                                                                         Tues. 10/5                       1:00 p.m.
Scripps College (Claremont, CA)                                                            Tues. 10/5                       2:00 p.m.
Carelton College (Northfield, MN)                                                          Tues. 10/5                       3:00 p.m.
Whitman College (Walla Walla, WA)                                                     Wed. 10/6                       9:00 a.m.
Seattle University                                                                                  Wed. 10/6                     10:30 a.m.
Yale University (visit will be in the library)                                              Wed. 10/6                     12:00 p.m.
Boston University                                                                                  Wed. 10/6                       1:30 p.m.
Carroll College (Helena, MT)                                                                 Thurs. 10/7                     9:00 a.m.
Montana State University                                                                       Thurs. 10/7                     1:00 p.m.
UC Application Workshop (Held in the IPAB)                          Thurs. 10/7                     7:00 p.m.
TODAY

  1.  Cafeteria: Chicken patty on a bun, Chili Cheese Nachos, Fish tacos, Mandarin chicken over rice, pizza or sandwich.

  1.   Attention: CSF members!  Our first general meeting of the school year is TODAY at lunch in room P-13. We'll be going over club protocols and exciting new projects so don't miss out!

  1.  The Gay-Straight Alliance will meet, as usual, on Friday at lunch in L-10 (under the Love Boat stairs). All Blue Devil students and staff are welcome.

  1.  Honor Society's last day of registration will be held during lunch outside Mr. Richardson's room S-12 today. Please bring your student ID, $5 registration fee, last years report card or transcript showing a minimum GPA of 3.4.

  1.  Are you interested in being part of a group that is dedicated to improving our school, increasing school spirit and making DHS a welcoming place for all students? Then join the Climate Committee and make your voice heard! We will meet today at lunch in N-15. If you have any questions, please see Ms. Diaz, Ms. Floyd or Mr. McHale.

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  1.  VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: The Cool Davis Foundation is looking for student volunteers to help with their Green Living Festival on Sunday, October 10 from 2-5 p.m. Volunteer opportunities include set up help, greet visitors at the entrance; usher at the Vets Memorial, food room help, political table host, or clean up. Come to the Scholarship and Financial Aid Office (located next to counseling) for more information.

  1.  Mark your calendars now and join us for the DHS Ski Team Informational Meeting on Tuesday, October 5, 2010 at 7pm. We'll be holding our meeting at the Davis High School, Room N-7 for 9th-12th graders, parents and guardians. Information about our always exciting ski team season will be provided. Did you know that DHS Ski Team placed 2nd in the state in 2009, and were State Champions in 2008? Come join the DHS Ski Team and bring your friends to our first team meeting on October 5th and be a part of our team of champions! If you have any questions, contact Team Managers Jim Steidler at steidlerj at yahoo.com 530-219-7388, Karen Steidler at steidlerk at yahoo.com<mailto:steidlerk at yahoo.com> or 530-219.7389 or Coach Bob Brewer at rebrewer at ucdavis.edu<mailto:rebrewer at ucdavis.edu> 530-304-4400.

  1.  Photo Club will meet every Tuesday now in A-4. No photography experience necessary.

  1.  The North Davis Volunteer Club will be having its first meeting of the year Tuesday, October 4th at lunch in L-21! Come and learn about volunteering in the North Davis Elementary School reading room and sibling club. See you there!

  1.  Are you good at math or science? Do you enjoy helping people? Then become to a math and science tutor! To become a tutor, talk to Mr. Van Muyden in room S-9 for information.

  1.  Mandatory Peer tutor on Wednesday, October 6 at lunch in M-1. We will be discussing the semester to date and up coming changes to the class expectations.

  1.  Independent Lifetime Sports: All currently enrolled students need to be coming to check in every Monday at the start of lunch in the old gym to turn in their weekly activity logs and their weekly assignment. Please note that fitness testing for ALL students will be Thursday 7th period block on October 14th. You must attend this testing period and you must dress out. You will be expected to stay in class the entire block period. If you receive an F or an in danger of failing on your progress report, see your teacher and your counselor immediately. If you have any questions: see your teacher.

  1.  Patwin Elementary is looking for Outdoor Education CABIN LEADERS! Cabin leaders are needed for their trip to Walker Creek Ranch on Nov. 29-Dec. 3. Cabin leaders must work well with children, and have an outgoing personality with an enthusiasm for the outdoors. If interested, please come to the main office for an application. Applications must be submitted to Patwin Elementary School by October 8.