[DHS Bulletin] Bulletin February 21

[DHS Daily Bulletin]

Davis Senior High School
Daily Bulletin
Tuesday, February 21, 2012

THIS DAY IN HISTORY

-1885 The Washington Monument, built in honor of America's revolutionary hero and first president, is dedicated in Washington, D.C.<http://www.history.com/topics/washington-dc>


ATHLETICS
-Boys Lacrosse vs. Jesuit                     5:00JV/7:00V


TODAY
-For Lunch today we have Chicken Alfredo over fresh veggies, Pork Adobo over local rice, hamburger with fries and the soup is Chili with cornbread.

-Students are invited to attend the Career Technical Education (CTE)/AP Night tonight February 21 at 7:00 pm in the IPAB.  Teachers will discuss CTE certificates, internships, and what makes AP courses rigorous.  A student panel will discuss experiences in CTE and AP courses.  If you are considering signing up for a CTE or AP course, this program will benefit you.

-Hey DHS! Hungry?  Come to the DHS Pasta Feed tonight February 21 at the Holmes Jr. High MPR from 5:30 to 8:00 pm.  Buy your tickets ahead of time in C-4 for $8 or from a student government member.  Tickets will be $10. at the door.  Come for a fun night of pasta, salad, bread and entertainment and support the Student Leadership Conference trip!  Everyone is welcome!

-The DHS Healthcare Careers Club is hosting a visit by Carrington College, a private technical college in Sacramento that focuses in medical careers.  If you're interested in medicine, come to the Career Center at lunch today, February 21 to speak to a Carrington College admissions representative.  All students are welcome!


NEW
-Attention Students: CHANGE IN PORTAL DATE OPENING:  The portal to select courses for next year will open on February 23 and be open through March 23.

-Are you interested in learning more about the United States Marines?   If so, please come to the Career Center in N-17 on Wednesday, February 22 to speak to a representative from the Marines.

- Interested in being part of the award-winning HUB? If you want to be a reporter, sign up for Journalism 1 next year. If you want to be a photographer, graphic artist, business manager, or webmaster, come to L-20 for an informational meeting Wednesday at lunch. Applications will be available. For more information, write to dhshub at gaggle.net<mailto:dhshub at gaggle.net>

-Would you like to join the 2012-13 Yearbook Staff? We are now taking applications. You must fill out an application AND have an interview before signing up for this class. If you need an application go to C-3, the front office, or the yearbook website: http://dhsyearbook.wordpress.com<http://dhsyearbook.wordpress.com/>
See Mrs. Thomsen in C-3 for more info.


CONTINUED
-Hey Students!  The end for Progress Quarter 3 is coming up!  Stop by the Academic Center if you need help with homework, essays or projects!

-The AVID Application is now available to all students in the Counseling Office and Room O-4.  AVID stands for Advancement Via Individual Determination.  We set goals for high school graduation and college entrance.  AVID classes enjoy rigorous academic inquiry and focused fun collaboration.  We also provide college field trips and teach effective practices to raise your GPA.  Talk to your counselor or Mr. Curley NOW - applications are due February 27th!
-Have you always dreamed of performing on stage?  Love to sing? Come and audition for one of the amazing DHS choirs.  Audition forms for ATC, Jazz Choir and the Madrigals are available.   All Orchestra audition forms are found in the music room PA-3 along with a sign-up sheet for times.  Audition forms are also available in the black form holder in the front office.

-JUNIORS: If you are interested in pursuing a career in the energy resources industry, there is a free summer camp July 15-20 hosted by Chevron and the USC School of Engineering.  The program will introduce high school juniors to career opportunities in fields such as fossil fuels, solar, biofuel, wind, nuclear energy, and information technologies. Come to the Career Center N-17 for more information.

-Attention CSF'ers!  Registration for 2012 Spring Semester has begun, from now until next Friday, February 24.  Come to Ms. O'Brien's room, P-13 during lunch with your completed pink application, your transcript (not printed from Zangle!), your completed hour sheet with 20 hours and 1 CSF project and $5.  See you there!

SENIORS:  March 2 is the deadline to apply for FAFSA and Cal Grants.  Don't miss out on getting free money for college!  If you have any questions about either of these programs, come to the Career Center N-17 THIS WEEK!