[DHS Bulletin] Daily Bulletin, Wednesday 12-11-13

[DHS Daily Bulletin]

Davis Senior High School
Daily Bulletin - Wednesday, December 11, 2013

THIS DAY IN HISTORY: 1981- At the age of 39 and crowned as the World Boxing Council heavyweight champ in 1964; Muhammad Ali was attempting his second comeback from retirement against the Jamaican boxer Trevor Berbick who then beat the former heavyweight champion Muhammad Ali in a unanimous 10-round decision. Ali retired for good after the fight, finishing his career with an overall record of 56-5.

LUNCH CHOICES: Daily Options: Cheeseburger or Veggie Patty or Chicken Patty (with lettuce and tomato), Pepperoni or Cheese Pizza, Polish Sausage, Turkey/Pepperoni Sub, Manager's Choice (See Menu)
ATHLETICS:

TODAY:
Hey awesome Ag kids! The December Greenhand and Chapter Degree Banquet is Wednesday, December 11th at 6:30 in the harper MPR, RSVP with Ms. Michel's room in O-1A.

An informational meeting will be held on Wednesday, Dec 11 for any students interested in applying to AP ART STUDIO for next year.  Please bring your lunch.
We want you for the executive board! Interested in applying for an ASB elected position for the 2013-2014 school year? Come to C-4 Wednesday December 11th during lunch for an informational meeting.

NEW/ONGOING/UPCOMING:
Attention WINTER ILS students:  Don't Forget!  This Friday is an Assignment turn-in day, during 7th period.  Meet with your instruction in the small gym.
World Music Club meeting this Friday in P-22 bring your t-shirt, money and treats to share.
Davis Idol 2014 is coming! Who will walk away with the coveted title of Davis High Idol? If you want your chance to shine in the singing spotlight, applications for contestants will be available beginning today! Applications can be picked up in PA-8 and are available on the ATC website: http://groups.dcn.org/dhstreblechoir/ as well as on the Advanced Treble Choir Facebook page. The first 24 complete applications will be accepted beginning on Thursday, December 12 after 12pm in PA-8. Any additional applicants will be wait-listed. The dates for the preliminary rounds are January 24 and 25, with the exciting, red-carpet finale on February 1. Contestants must be current 10th-12th graders enrolled in any Davis high school.

Come and hear Dr. Cathy Whang, a pediatric anesthesiologist, talk about her healthcare career on Friday, December 13 at lunch in room S-5.  See you there!
Attention all Fall Sport ILS students:  your graded ILS coursework is now available for pick-up in the office at the front desk.  Please stop by this week and pick it up.
If you want to be the coolest kid in school, you should buy a Davis FFA t-shirt or sweatshirt! They're sold in Ms. Michel's room O-1A!
Attention All DHS Instrumental Soloists- This year's annual DHS Orchestra Concerto Competition is being held Wednesday, January 15th, 2014 at 7:00pm on stage in the DHS Brunelle Performance Hall. It is open to all DHS instrumentalist. The winner of this competition will be given the honor of performing with the DHS Symphony Orchestra at the Mondavi Center in Jackson Hall at the Wennberg Music Festival on Saturday, March 15, 2014 at 2:30pm as well as a check for $300.00.A sign-up sheet and informational flyer will be posted this week by Friday December 6th on the window of the computer lab in PA-3. Deadline to sign up is Wednesday December 18th. Also, you must email Mr. Moreno after you sign up at amoreno at djusd.net. In your email please provide your name, instrument, and the name of your piece.
December 12, at 7:30n in the iPab (Brunelle Theater) Davis High School The Winter Rhapsody Concert, "Something Old", features new music based on old themes, with the DHS Concert and the DHS Symphonic Bands. This is the big Holiday Season concert for the two DHS bands, and the finale features both of them on the stage at once. Donation at door.
Attention all students: Would you like to narrow down a career field that is best suited for your personality and your interests? Or find out what skills you need to advance in the career of your choice? The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) is coming soon! If you are interested in participating in this comprehensive survey that gives you a complete outline of the best careers for you - please sign up in the Career Center or with the Testing Coordinator. This is not just for students who plan to enter the military - this can work for anyone. Sign up by 12/20 and we will announce the survey date after Winter Break.
Our Mu Alpha Theta Club will be having a meeting and small event this Thursday in N-5, Mr. Ronning's room at lunch, see you there!

The Gay-Straight Alliance will meet Friday @ lunch in Mr. Wheeler's classroom, L-28.  All students are welcome, even if it's your first visit.
CSF is holding a meeting this Friday at lunch in Ms. O'Brien's room P-13. This is the second to last meeting of the semester!
Are your parents ever asking you what you need from the store? Tell them that DHS is collecting items for the Davis Homeless shelter. Please bring NEW SOCKS, shampoo, conditioner, soap, and deodorant. There will be a drop off bin for items located in the main office. We will collect items now through Winter Break. Check posters around school for more details.

SENIORS: submit your senior yearbook quote now! Log on to School Loop and send a "Loop Mail" to "ybook quotes." Quotes must be less than 20 words, school appropriate and must cite the author.

We are pleased to announce that DSHS has successfully submitted 2014 senior class verified GPA information for Cal Grants. This means students do not need to complete the paper GPA verification form to apply for a Cal Grant.  To be considered for a Cal Grant, students must submit the FAFSA by March 2. Come to the Career Center if you have questions.
Attention Seniors! Tickets for the 2014 Davis Grad Night Celebration are now available for purchase online through the Davis Grad Night website at http://groups.dcn.org/davisgradnight/tickets. Get your tickets now! Prices go up on January 1. Scholarship tickets are also available through school counselors.
Open up those baby books and grab that kindergarten picture. We need it for Grad Night! This is an annual tradition. All kindergarten pictures of graduating seniors are posted at the Grad Night event. All photos (copies are okay) must be submitted by January 1! Send your photo to Sandy Langley, 2026 Klee Place, Davis, CA 95618. Please provide a self-addressed stamped envelope if you would like the photo returned.
IMPORTANT DATES:
12/11 - Rent-a-Senior
12/12 - Winter Band Concert
12/13 - Orchestras Winter Concert
12/16-20 - Semester 1 Finals
12/20 - Messiah Concert (Choirs & Baroque Orchestra)
12/23-1/3 - Winter Recess

LINKS:
Herff Jones (Caps/gowns/etc.): www.highschool.herffjones.com
Davis Senior High School Webstore:  http://webstores.activenetwork.com/school-software/davis_high_school_on/
To prepay for lunch: https://www.myschoolbucks.com/


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