[DHS Bulletin] Bulletin, Tuesday, 3-19-13

[DHS Daily Bulletin]

Davis Senior High School
Daily Bulletin - Tuesday, 3-19-13


THIS DAY IN HISTORY:  1945 - Adolf Hitler issued his "Nero Decree" which ordered the destruction of German facilities that could fall into Allied hands as German forces were retreating.


ATHLETICS:
Badminton @ Wood                                                                                        3:30                                       dismissal: 2:15 select roster
Baseball JV/Varsity@ Pleasant Grove                                                      4:00                                       dismissal: 1:45 teams
Baseball Frosh vs. Wood                                                                                4:15
Girls Lacrosse vs. Oakridge                                                                            5:30JV-7:00V
Boys Varsity Lacrosse @ Oakridge                                                             7:00V
Girls Soccer @ Rio Americano                                                                      4:00V-5:30JV                     dismissal: 1:50V-3:15JV teams
Boys Varsity Tennis @ Deer Valley                                                            3:30                                       dismissal: 2:00 team
Softball @ Pioneer                                                                                           4:30                                       dismissal: 2:45 DHS, 2:30 Jr. High/DV

LUNCH CHOICES:    Hamburger or Chicken Patty on whole wheat bun served with oven fries and grilled vegetables or Veggie or Pepperoni Pizza.

TODAY:  Upcoming Health Awareness Lecture: Are you interested in a career in the medical profession, or just interested in taking good care of your skin and body?  On Tuesday, March 19th at lunchtime in S-5,  Dr. Eric Fromer will discuss "Unblemished truths for your skin;" he will cover information on skin cancer/melanoma, impact of tanning, skin aging, acne, tattooing, piercing, nail care and common rashes. Dr. Fromer practices dermatology at the Kaiser Vacaville Medical Center and is an Assistant Clinical Professor of Dermatology at the UC Davis Medical Center.

Come to N-3 at lunchtime to learn about aviation and get information about a fun field trip to Travis Air Force Base!

Want a chance to help the environment, serve your school and make your Mama proud?  Come and join DHS Recycle Club this Tuesday in M-1.  There will be cookies!

Are you interested in pursuing a career in Fashion, Graphics, Visual Arts, Interior Design or the Entertainment Industry?  If so, come to the Career Center on Tuesday, March 19 at lunch to meet with a representative from the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising.

NEW: DHS Orchestra audition results are now posted in PA-3. Things to remember: To complete the audition process if you don't plan to accept your group placement, you must email me by Friday, 3/22 amoreno at djusd.k12.ca.us<mailto:amoreno at djusd.k12.ca.us> .  It is very important to communicate your intentions because your seat will be filled from our waiting list. When emailing me, please indicate full name, instrument, student ID #, and reason for not accepting.  If you need an extension of time, email me your request and give me the date by which you expect to make your decision.   If you are accepting your seat in an audition orchestra, do nothing. You will be automatically enrolled for next year.

Seniors!  It's not too soon to think about Grad Night 2013!  The tickets cover food, drinks and entertainment.  Scholarships are available through school counselors.  This event is an all-night party for graduating DJUSD Seniors!  Forms can be found at www.davisgradnight.org<http://www.davisgradnight.org/>, questions answered at info at davisgradnight.org<mailto:info at davisgradnight.org>.  Kindergarten photos can be scanned using high resolution and sent to kindergartenphotos at davisgradnight.org<mailto:kindergartenphotos at davisgradnight.org>.  If mailing the photo, send to P.O. Box 2143, Davis, CA 95617. If you wish it to be returned, please include a self-addressed, stamped envelope with a telephone number.

ONGOING/UPCOMING EVENTS:  If you are a junior interested in pursuing a career in the energy resources industry, you may want to attend a free summer camp June 23-28, 2013 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, nuclear energy and information technologies.  The deadline to apply is April 19.  Come to the Career Center for more information.

Would you like to learn more about Yale University?  A Yale Ambassador will be in the Career Center on Wednesday, March 20 at lunch to discuss academics, student life, financial aid and personal experiences at Yale.  See you in the Career Center at lunch on Wednesday!
Latinos Unidos is hosting Anti-Discrimination week March 25th - 29th.  All that week, there will be fun activities during lunch with music from different cultures.  Monday, March 25th is Latinos Unidos day with 97.9 Radio Station and $6 Dos Coyotes burritos in the quad.  Hope to see you there!

E Payment for the senior panoramic picture can be made online to www.mylifetouch.comm<http://www.mylifetouch.comm>   or dropped off at the Finance Office, in a sealed Lifetouch order envelope.  The Finance Office window is open at lunchtime; come inside at other times. Order forms are still available in the office but the orders with payment are due by the end of the day, next Thursday, 3/21.  Extra order forms are available on the table in the Front Office.

Would you like an internship this summer?  The County of Yolo is offering students aged 15-19 internships in local government from June 10 - August 1.  Interns will learn about careers in county government, the services it provides and the benefits of public employment.  Come to the Career Center for more information.

Did you miss the Summer Activities and Scholarship Fair?  Don't worry - all information and applications available at the fair for scholarships, jobs, summer programs, internship and volunteer opportunities can be found in the Career Center.  Come to the Career Center for all this information and more!

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 $12,867 Beeghly-Merritt Scholarship!  Applications are now available in the Career Center.  The deadline to apply is April 9!

SOPHOMORES AND JUNIORS:  Would you like to do research at UC Davis this summer?  The UC Davis Young Scholars Program offers summer research opportunities in biology and the natural sciences for high achieving high school students.  Applications are due April 1. Come to the Career Center for more information and an application.

Don't forget, sophomores and juniors, Friendship Day facilitator applications are out and ready to get filled.  Be sure to apply before March 27 if you want to be a facilitator!

Students interested in pursuing a career in Veterinary Medicine are invited to attend UC Davis' School of Veterinary Medicine "Future Day" on Sunday, April 28 from 8:30-3:00.  Future Day is a free event for students and will focus on veterinary medicine and interactive labs.  The event is free and includes a light breakfast.  Come to the Career Center for more information.

It's time for The City of Davis' annual So-Cal Safari College Tour for high school students the week of April  4-7 to help teens make the important decision about where to apply.  The tour covers five major universities -   UC Santa Cruz, Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, UC Santa Barbara, University of Southern California and UCLA in Southern California.  The tour cost is $490 and includes transportation, college tours, breakfast, dinner and hotels.  Come to the Career Center or go to www.davisteenscene.org<http://www.davisteenscene.org> for more information!  Don't miss this great opportunity!

IMPORTANT DATES:
3/19 - Youth in Government "Shadow Day"
3/19 - Health Awareness Lecture - Room S-5 - Lunchtime
3/21 - Youth in Government Mock Meeting
3/21 - DHS Bands - 7:30 - Richard Brunelle Music Theatre
3/23 - Wennberg Concert - 2:30 pm - Mondavi Center
3/24 - DHS Jazz Band - 7:30 - Mondavi Center
3/29 - Quarter 3 Ends
4/1-4/5 - Spring Break

HELPFUL LINKS: Jostens (Caps, Gowns, etc. http://www.jostens.com/apps/catalog/customer/1003768/Davis-High-School/ 916-782-3949
To Prepay Lunch for students: http://www.djusd.net/district/business/sns/prepay?searchterm=lunch+pre
Davis Grad Night:   www.davisgradnight.org<http://www.davisgradnight.org> email: info at davisgradnight.org<mailto:info at davisgradnight.org>
Davis Senior High School Webstore:  http://webstores.activenetwork.com/school-software/davis_high_school_on/