[DHS Bulletin] 03/11/2011

[DHS Daily Bulletin]

DAY IN HISTORY



Congress Establishes the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, March 11, 1779

On this day in 1779, Congress established the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to help plan, design and prepare environmental and structural facilities for the U.S. Army. Made up of civilian workers, members of the Continental Army and French officers, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers played an essential role in the critical Revolutionary War battles at Bunker Hill, Saratoga and Yorktown. After the war, the Corps continued its chief task of creating and maintaining military fortifications. These responsibilities increased in urgency as the new United States prepared for a second war with Britain in the years before 1812. The Corps' greatest contribution during this era was to the defense of New York Harbor the fortifications it built not only persuaded British naval commanders to stay away from the city during the War of 1812, but later served as the foundations for the Statue of Liberty. Beginning in 1824, the Corps also took responsibility for navigation and flood control of the nation's river systems. Today, the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers is made up of more than 35,000 civilian and enlisted men and women. In recent years, the Corps has worked on rebuilding projects in Afghanistan and Iraq, as well as the reconstruction of the city of New Orleans in the wake of Hurricane Katrina.



SPORTS

Baseball Frosh @ Yuba City                            3:30;
Baseball JV-V @ Yuba City                            6:30;
B. Golf @ Ancil Hoffman                               8:00;                            Dismissal: All Day;
B. Lacrosse @ Miramonte                               5:30JV/7:30V              Dismissal: 2:30JV;
G. Lacrosse vs. Miramonte                              5:30JV7:00V;
Softball @ Victory Tournament                                   TBA;
B. Swim @ Woodcreek Invitational                 1:00                             Dismissal: 10:00;
G. Swim @ Woodcreek Invitational                10:00                           Dismissal: TBA;
B. Tennis JV @ Pioneer JV                                                                 Dismissal: 2:45

REMINDER

1. Attention all Students!!! World Language Fair will take place THIS Saturday, March 12th from 1pm-4pm in the south gym. This is a FREE event for all students and staff and their families. There will be delicious food, international music and dance! Ask your language teacher for possible extra credit for attendance.

NEW

1. COMING NEXT WEEK THE ANNUAL SUMMER ACTIVITIES AND SCHOLARSHIP FAIR!!!  If you're looking for something to do this summer, need a job, OR need extra money for college, you won't want to miss it. The fair will feature job applications, scholarship applications, and information about volunteering and summer activities. It will take place outside the administration building on Tuesday, March 15 at lunch. See you there!

2. Would you like an internship position this summer?  The County of Yolo is offering students ages 15-19 internships in local government.  Students volunteer at least 5 hours per week in an internship position that matches their future career and college goals.  You get to learn about county government and the benefits of public employment, gain new experiences, and meet new people!  The program takes place over the summer from June 13 - August 4.  Come to the Scholarship and Financial Aid Office for more information.

3. SENIORS:  If you're planning to attend UCD, have a minimum GPA of 3.5, and you worked at a job during high school, you may qualify for the $12,029 Beeghly-Merritt Scholarship!  Applications are now available in the Scholarship and Financial Aid Office.  The deadline to apply is April 15, so come to the Scholarship and Financial Aid Office next to counseling to pick up an application!

4. Interested in playing in the student/staff basketball game? Come to C-4 to drop off your name in the students/staff basketball box. The game in on April 26th at 7pm. Senior's will get priority! Hope to see you all at the student/staff basketball game.

5. Attention all public speakers!! The Davis Sunshine Rotary Club will sponsor the 4-Way Speech Contest, this Wednesday, March 16th at 7pm in Room C-3 at the high school. The 1st place winner will receive $200 and a trip to a regional final.  Prizes are $100 for 2nd place and $50 for third. Ask Mr. Curley or any Interact Club member for details. Online registration ends March 15th.

6. The all-district Choral concert is Monday, March 14th at the Brunelle Performance Hall! Come at 7 p.m. to hear awesome music and voices of the Advanced Treble Choir, Concert Choir, Jazz Choir, and Madrigals. Also featured are the Harper and Holmes Junior High and the St. James Choirs. The event is free and open to the public.

7. Are you a high school junior interested in pursuing a career in the energy resources industry? Chevron Corporation together with USC's School of Engineering will host an energy resources summer camp for high school juniors at the USC campus in Los Angeles. The program will introduce high school juniors to career opportunities in energy resources fields such as fossil fuels, solar, biofuel, wind, nuclear energy, and information technologies. The camp is free of charge and will take place from June 26 - July 1. Come to the Scholarship and Financial Aid Office for more information.

TODAY

1. Cafeteria: Meatloaf with mashed potatoes and corn on the cob, pizza, sandwich, cheeseburger with sweet potato fries.

2. Attention all candidates for ASB and class positions: Applications are due Friday, March 11th to your vice principal. If you want to run for a position you must turn in your completed application by this Friday!! Be sure to include your campaign speech.

3. Attention CSF members!! The first meeting of the semester is this Friday at lunch in P-13 (where you registered). Election information will be presented.

4. Attention all math and science tutors: Are you interested in becoming a MAST officer? Then come to S-9 during lunch on Friday for more information.

5. Come to the Gay Straight Alliance on Fridays at lunch in L-10. Come if you are interested in finding out about life in high school and college as a gay man. Everyone is welcome.

CONTINUED

1. Attention Junior boys interested in government! Would you like to attend an all-expense paid work-study camp this summer to help you understand the structure and workings of our government? If so, you should apply for the California American Legion Boys State program. The event will be held on the CSU campus from June 18-25. Those who apply must be strong academically, have leadership skills, and an interest in community and government. Come to the Scholarship and Financial Aid office by March 15th to apply.

2. Enjoy great food and smooth jazz at "An Evening at the Coconut Grove" featuring the DHS Jazz Band, along with other community and junior high jazz groups. It will be on Saturday, March 12 at 7:00 pm at the Emerson Junior High MPR. Visit the DHS Band Boosters website for information and reservation forms.

3. Community Service hours available! Davis Branch Library is seeking a volunteer who reads and speaks Korean, for two hours per month, to help order books and screen donations. Contact Katie Hager at (530)757-3392 or come to the Scholarship and Financial Aid Office for more information.