[DHS Bulletin] Bulletin, Monday 9/19/16

[DHS Daily Bulletin]

     [Blue Devil]

Davis Senior High School
Daily Bulletin
Monday, September 19, 2016

THIS DAY IN HISTORY:  1984 - China and Britain completed a draft agreement transferring Hong Kong from British to Chinese rule by 1997.

LUNCH CHOICES:  Blue Devil Burger and Cajun Fries, Grilled Vegetable Sandwich w/Garlic Lemon Aioli and Pesto Pasta Salad, Grilled Cheese Sandwich w/ Cajun Fries DAILY SPECIAL: Grilled Chicken Tacos w/Black Bean, Corn and Cilantro Lime Salad, Honey BBQ Chicken w/Cajun Fries, Chicken Fried Rice Bowl

ATHLETICS:  Field Hockey @ Yuba City 4:00V     Dismissal: 2:00V
Girls Volleyball vs. St. Francis 4:00F/5:00JV/6:00V

TODAY:  Ever thought about being in a musical?  It's that time of year!  The DHS Drama Department is excited to put on this year's fall musical, 'First Date!'  A fun-filled show that reveals what people are really thinking when it comes to first dates.  Auditions run from September 19th - 21st in P-11.  See you there!

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS:  Come watch the Homecoming Parade on Friday, September 30th starting at 1:15.  The parade will start at Central Park and make its way back to DHS.

There will be additional UC Workshops as follows:  UC Workshop September 22 at 7:00 pm in the IPAB

More great colleges are visiting the Career Center this week, including Boulder, Saint Mary's, John Hopkins, Oregon State, Rice, Scripps and many more!  You can find the list of upcoming college visits on Naviance or in the Career Center.

Reminder to all DHS and DaVinci girls interested in playing softball for DHS this spring: There is a parent/player meeting to be held in the DHS Library at 6:00 pm on Wednesday, September 28th.  If you have any interest in playing at either the JV or Varsity level, please attend!

The Davis Senior High School Climate Committee is dedicated to fostering positive relationships among all people in the DHS Community.  The committee assists school leaders in assessing school climate, as well as identifying and evaluating current programs directed at improving school climate. The committee also develops and implements programs and procedures that promote understanding that is not limited to, differences of race, ethnicity, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, abilities, cultural background, physical appearance, socio-economic status, and academic achievement.
The Climate Committee meets monthly, and its membership is open to all who are interested in accomplishing the committee's work including students, teachers, staff, parents, and community members. Meetings will take place in the West Conference room of the DHS library.

DHS Climate Committee meeting dates for the 2016-17 school year are below:
First Tuesday of Each Month
October 4, 2016 First meeting of the year
November 1, 2016
December 6, 2016
January no meeting ---Winter Break
February 7, 2017
March 7, 2017
April 4, 2017
May 2, 2017 Final meeting of the year

If you have participated in past years or have never been involved before, we encourage you to join the experience and connect with the Blue Devil family.  All people interested in working on the committee or have questions, please contact Kellie Sequeira at ksequiera at djusd.net<mailto:ksequiera at djusd.net> or call 530-757-5400.

If your sports team or club wants to be in the Homecoming Parade, pick up the forms in N-1A and contact Mr. Vasquez.  This is a great way to show your school spirit and get your name out!  Form are due on Wednesday, 9/20.
ACADEMICS: PSAT is Saturday, 10/15!! The cost is $24.00. There are NO Refunds and no transfers. Sales end 10/3. There are a limited number of tests available. If you feel this is a financial hardship, please contact your counselor immediately. *Juniors only: Online purchasing is available 9/1 - 10/3 @ dshs.djusd.net
*Sophomores: Online purchasing is available 9/19 - 10/3 @ dshs.djusd.net and is subject to availability
*In-person sign-ups will be held during lunch only, 9/1 - 10/3 at the Finance Office outside window

OPPORTUNITIES:  Biking With Confidence! Pump up your bike skills! Riders of all levels can learn the rules of the road and traffic safety tips on Saturdays, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm, Veterans Memorial Center, 203 E. 14th St.  Session 1: September 17th (850500 01) - Session 2: October 15 (85000 02) - Session 3: November 19 (850500 03) For more information on how to register for these classes or other bike education courses, please call the Parks & Community Services office at 530-757-5626 or contact Jennifer Donofrio, Bicycle and Pedestrian Coordinator at 530-747-8284.  Email is jdonofrio at cityofdavis.org<mailto:jdonofrio at cityofdavis.org>.  Parents are encourage to contact the activity sponsor directly for questions.

Support the Arts at DHS by joining the Brunelle Theater Student Usher Program.  Earn volunteer hours, gain customer service skills, and get to see performances for free.  All interested students should attend a one hour orientation session, on Oct. 4th at 3:45pm or Oct. 5th at 2:45pm in the lobby at the front of the Brunelle Theater.   Students who ushered last year are encouraged to attend the advanced training on Wed. Sept 21st at 2:45 to become a House Manager.   The Brunelle Theater is home to over 125 performances and events each year.  Come to an orientation and see how you can be involved!  All are welcome!  No experience necessary!

The number one fear in America is fear of public speaking.  We do it for fun!  Come join your nationally-ranked Speech and Debate team Wednesdays after school from 8:45 to 4:30 in P-23.

CLUBS:  Did you know that a quarter of Americans are part German? Me neither! To learn more facts like this, meet neat people and find out more about German culture and eat free baked German treats, join us every Tuesday at lunch in N-2 for German Club.

Hey Key Clubbers!  Registration will end on Tuesday (9/20)!  We will be outside Room S-12 during lunch.  Please bring $11.50 for the entire year's membership dues and registration and past hours forms.  Our first general meeting will be on Wednesday, 9/21 at lunchtime in S-12.

Attention CSF members! I hope you had a great summer! It's time for CSF registration which started on 9/12 and ends 9/23, in front of Ms. O'Brien's room.  Please remember to bring $5, your transcript, hour sheet and your green sheet for returning members.  The pink and green sheets can be found in N-11, the library and the office.  Hope to see you there!

Attention all NHS members! NHS will hold its first semester registration in front of S-12 until September 23.  Make sure to register early as it gets crowded in the last day.  Bring $5, your report card, student ID and your hours sheet if you are a returning member.  Hope to see you!

Club applications are now available!  Pick one up in the Student Government room (N-1A) and turn it in by September 25th.

IMPORTANT DATES:
9/22       UC Workshop 7:00 Brunelle Theater
9/26       Homecoming Rally North Gym
9/27       Picture Make-Up Day
9/28       Girls Softball Information Meeting 6:00 DHS Library
9/29       Back To School Night
9/30       Homecoming Parade and Game
10/1       Fall Dance 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm North Gym
10/6       Secondary Articulation - Early Release 12:48
10/7       Friendship Day
10/13    Financial Aid Workshop 7:00 pm Brunelle Theater
10/14    Quarter 1 Ends
10/15    ATC Dance Competition Brunelle Theater (Time TBD)




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