Wednesday, December 10, 2008

BEARCAT NEWS
12/10/08
WEEK 16 DAY 74

Grades Due:
S1 Grades- 12/19/08   
Q3 Midterms-2/5/09               Q3 Grades-3/13/09
Q4 Midterms-4/24/09                S2 Grades-5/29/09


Senior pictures for the yearbook are being accepted by Mr. Sieg.  Please turn in your senior pictures by December 12.

A Casper College admissions counselor will be at DHS on Thursday, December 11th from 1:30 - 3:30 in the media center. She will be helping seniors complete the admission process to Casper College. To sign up for a time slot, please stop in the guidance office.

Yarn and Yak this Friday - come learn to knit or crochet and make great gifts or items to keep!  Sign up with Nurse Jean.  It will be held during Friday school in the Home Ec. Room Dec. 12th.   Supplies provided for learning or bring your own, if you already know how come join us!

JUNIORS:  Discover Scholarships (10 at $30,000 each)…may be used for any type of post high school education or training, certification, licensing, 2 or 4-year trade and tech schools, or 2 and 4-year colleges.  Criteria include minimum GPA of 2.75 plus community service, leadership, and has faced a significant roadblock or challenge.  Apply online at www.applyists.net DEADLINE:  Jan. 31

If you are interested in ref-ing 5th & 6th Grade Basketball stop by the Rec Center Office to sign up.  Pay is $13 a game.

Student Council members remember to be working on the "BIG GIVE".  Class Money Holders please see Mrs. Seeds TODAY to pick up your money.  The deadline is Thursday, December 11 @ 4:00!  Remember this is the season for giving!

There will be an opportunity to take the ASVAB test on January 8th at 8:15 in the upper aud. Please stop in the guidance office to sign up.

FBLA:  Remember to pay your dues ($20) by Thursday or you will not be able to get your FBLA t-shirt this year. 

Students taking the ACT this Saturday:  Please report to the MEDIA CENTER at DHS no later than 7:45 a.m.  PLEASE NOTE THE CHANGE IN LOCATION!  Testing begins promptly at 8:00 a.m.  No food/drink is permissible in the testing location.   Bring an approved calculator.  Pencils will be provided.  Eat a nutritious breakfast. 

Thought for the day:  The greatest pleasure in life is doing what people say you cannot do.  ---Walter Bagehot

Monday, December 8, 2008

BEARCAT NEWS
12/8/08
WEEK 16 DAY 72

Grades Due:
S1 Grades- 12/19/08   
Q3 Midterms-2/5/09               Q3 Grades-3/13/09
Q4 Midterms-4/24/09             S2 Grades-5/29/09


Senior pictures for the yearbook are being accepted by Mr. Sieg.  Please turn in your senior pictures by December 12.

A Casper College admissions counselor will be at DHS on Thursday, December 11th from 1:30 - 3:30 in the media center. She will be helping seniors complete the admission process to Casper College. To sign up for a time slot, please stop in the guidance office.

Yarn and Yak this Friday - come learn to knit or crochet and make great gifts or items to keep!  Sign up with Nurse Jean.  It will be held during Friday school in the Home Ec. Room Dec. 5th and 12th.   Supplies provided for learning or bring your own, if you already know how come join us!

Seniors and Parents:  There will be a Family Fun Financial Aid Night on Tuesday, Dec. 9th, from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. in the Commons area.  Supper will be provided, compliments of EWC's Gear-Up program.  Topics covered will include the FAFSA, merit and need based scholarships, national and regional and state scholarships, new federal programs, etc.  There will also be door prizes and great give-aways.  Come for a FUN and INFORMATIVE evening at DHS in cooperation with EWC.  Please call the DHS Guidance Office at 358-2975 if you have any questions.

JUNIORS:  Discover Scholarships (10 at $30,000 each)…may be used for any type of post high school education or training, certification, licensing, 2 or 4-year trade and tech schools, or 2 and 4-year colleges.  Criteria include minimum GPA of 2.75 plus community service, leadership, and has faced a significant roadblock or challenge.  Apply online at www.applyists.net DEADLINE:  Jan. 31

If you are interested in ref-ing 5th & 6th Grade Basketball stop by the Rec Center Office to sign up.  Pay is $13 a game.

FROM the DHS Guidance Office, especially for seniors and Parents:
Please be aware that the Guidance Office Wiki pages have been updated.  New scholarship information is posted and needs to be checked regularly.  This site can be accessed through the Student Start Page at www.ccsd1.k12.wy.us        Please contact the Guidance Office at 358-2975 if you have any questions or difficulty accessing this site.

SENIORS:  New Scholarship
The National Wild Turkey Federation is offering a $1,000 scholarship for any school, anywhere.  The deadline is January 1, 2009.  Criteria include:  possession of a current hunting license, and agreement to become a member of this federation at no cost.  See Guidance for the application packet!

Thought for the day:  Peace and friendship with all mankind is our wisest policy, and I wish we may be permitted to pursue it.  ---Thomas Jefferson

Friday, December 5, 2008

BEARCAT NEWS
12/8/08
WEEK 16 DAY 72

Grades Due:
S1 Grades- 12/19/08   
Q3 Midterms-2/5/09               Q3 Grades-3/13/09
Q4 Midterms-4/24/09             S2 Grades-5/29/09


Senior pictures for the yearbook are being accepted by Mr. Sieg.  Please turn in your senior pictures by December 12.

A Casper College admissions counselor will be at DHS on Thursday, December 11th from 1:30 - 3:30 in the media center. She will be helping seniors complete the admission process to Casper College. To sign up for a time slot, please stop in the guidance office.

Yarn and Yak this Friday - come learn to knit or crochet and make great gifts or items to keep!  Sign up with Nurse Jean.  It will be held during Friday school in the Home Ec. Room Dec. 5th and 12th.   Supplies provided for learning or bring your own, if you already know how come join us!

Seniors and Parents:  There will be a Family Fun Financial Aid Night on Tuesday, Dec. 9th, from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. in the Commons area.  Supper will be provided, compliments of EWC's Gear-Up program.  Topics covered will include the FAFSA, merit and need based scholarships, national and regional and state scholarships, new federal programs, etc.  There will also be door prizes and great give-aways.  Come for a FUN and INFORMATIVE evening at DHS in cooperation with EWC.  Please call the DHS Guidance Office at 358-2975 if you have any questions.

JUNIORS:  Discover Scholarships (10 at $30,000 each)…may be used for any type of post high school education or training, certification, licensing, 2 or 4-year trade and tech schools, or 2 and 4-year colleges.  Criteria include minimum GPA of 2.75 plus community service, leadership, and has faced a significant roadblock or challenge.  Apply online at www.applyists.net DEADLINE:  Jan. 31

If you are interested in ref-ing 5th & 6th Grade Basketball stop by the Rec Center Office to sign up.  Pay is $13 a game.

FROM the DHS Guidance Office, especially for seniors and Parents:
Please be aware that the Guidance Office Wiki pages have been updated.  New scholarship information is posted and needs to be checked regularly.  This site can be accessed through the Student Start Page at www.ccsd1.k12.wy.us        Please contact the Guidance Office at 358-2975 if you have any questions or difficulty accessing this site.

SENIORS:  New Scholarship
The National Wild Turkey Federation is offering a $1,000 scholarship for any school, anywhere.  The deadline is January 1, 2009.  Criteria include:  possession of a current hunting license, and agreement to become a member of this federation at no cost.  See Guidance for the application packet!

Thought for the day:  Peace and friendship with all mankind is our wisest policy, and I wish we may be permitted to pursue it.  ---Thomas Jefferson

Thursday, December 4, 2008

BEARCAT NEWS
12/4/08
WEEK 15 DAY 70

Grades Due:
S1 Grades- 12/19/08
Q3 Midterms-2/5/09               Q3 Grades-3/13/09
Q4 Midterms-4/24/09              S2 Grades-5/29/09


Seniors:  Please verify your name for your diploma in the office

One of our students has misplaced a book from the Public Library, entitled CHOSEN.  If anyone finds this book, please return it to either the main office or the Guidance Office.

Senior pictures for the yearbook are being accepted by Mr. Sieg.  Please turn in your senior pictures by December 12.

A Casper College admissions counselor will be at DHS on Thursday, December 11th from 1:30 - 3:30 in the media center. She will be helping seniors complete the admission process to Casper College. To sign up for a time slot, please stop in the guidance office.

Yarn and Yak this Friday - come learn to knit or crochet and make great gifts or items to keep!  Sign up with Nurse Jean.  It will be held during Friday school in the Home Ec. Room Dec. 5th and 12th.   Supplies provided for learning or bring your own, if you already know how come join us!

Seniors and Parents:  There will be a Family Fun Financial Aid Night on Tuesday, Dec. 9th, from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. in the Commons area.  Supper will be provided, compliments of EWC's Gear-Up program.  Topics covered will include the FAFSA, merit and need based scholarships, national and regional and state scholarships, new federal programs, etc.  There will also be door prizes and great give-aways.  Come for a FUN and INFORMATIVE evening at DHS in cooperation with EWC.  Please call the DHS Guidance Office at 358-2975 if you have any questions.

JUNIORS:  Discover Scholarships (10 at $30,000 each)…may be used for any type of post high school education or training, certification, licensing, 2 or 4-year trade and tech schools, or 2 and 4-year colleges.  Criteria include minimum GPA of 2.75 plus community service, leadership, and has faced a significant roadblock or challenge.  Apply online at www.applyists.net DEADLINE:  Jan. 31

Student Council meeting Thursday, December 4th during 5th hour in Mr. Sutphin's room.  Please see Mrs. Seeds if you are unable to attend.

Students:  Private 1st Class Marc Stinson will be here on Thursday, Dec. 4th, over the lunch hours in the Commons.  Please welcome him and get to know more about the Army!  He graduated from DHS last year!

If you are interested in ref-ing 5th & 6th Grade Basketball stop by the Rec Center Office to sign up.  Pay is $13 a game.

Students:  Please be aware of another ACT test prep resource called "March2Success".  This is a gift from the United States Army, and is designed to help students in grades 8-12 improve their skills in math, science, and English.  Take a better look at:  www.march2success.com

Thought for the day:  He loves his country best who strives to make it best.  ---Robert G Ingersoll

Wednesday, December 3, 2008

BEARCAT NEWS
12/3/08
WEEK 15 DAY 69

Grades Due:
S1 Grades- 12/19/08
Q3 Midterms-2/5/09               Q3 Grades-3/13/09
Q4 Midterms-4/24/09                    S2 Grades-5/29/09


Seniors:  Please verify your name for your diploma in the office.

Senior pictures for the yearbook are being accepted by Mr. Sieg.  Please turn in your senior pictures by December 12.

A Casper College admissions counselor will be at DHS on Thursday, December 11th from 1:30 - 3:30 in the media center. She will be helping seniors complete the admission process to Casper College. To sign up for a time slot, please stop in the guidance office.

Yarn and Yak - come learn to knit or crochet and make great gifts or items to keep!  Sign up with Nurse Jean.  It will be held during Friday school in the Home Ec. Room Dec. 5th and 12th.   Supplies provided for learning or bring your own, if you already know how come join us!

Seniors and Parents:  There will be a Family Fun Financial Aid Night on Tuesday, Dec. 9th, from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. in the Commons area.  Supper will be provided, compliments of EWC's Gear-Up program.  Topics covered will include the FAFSA, merit and need based scholarships, national and regional and state scholarships, new federal programs, etc.  There will also be door prizes and great give-aways.  Come for a FUN and INFORMATIVE evening at DHS in cooperation with EWC.  Please call the DHS Guidance Office at 358-2975 if you have any questions.

Junior Class:  There will be a Prom Committee meeting Thursday, December 4th at 7:45 a.m. in Mrs. McGahan's room.

DHS Dance Team Practice starts today, Wednesday, Dec. 3 @ DIS gym.

JUNIORS:  Discover Scholarships (10 at $30,000 each)…may be used for any type of post high school education or training, certification, licensing, 2 or 4-year trade and tech schools, or 2 and 4-year colleges.  Criteria include minimum GPA of 2.75 plus community service, leadership, and has faced a significant roadblock or challenge.  Apply online at www.applyists.net DEADLINE:  Jan. 31

Students:  Private 1st Class Marc Stinson will be here on Thursday, Dec. 4th, over the lunch hours in the Commons.  Please welcome him and get to know more about the Army!  He graduated from DHS last year!

Thought for the day:  A nation reveals itself not only by the men it produces but also by the men it honors, the men it remembers.  ---John F Kennedy

Last Updated on Tuesday, 02 December 2008 14:01        

Monday, December 1, 2008

BEARCAT NEWS
12/1/08
WEEK 15 DAY 67

Grades Due:
S1 Grades- 12/19/08
Q3 Midterms-2/5/09               Q3 Grades-3/13/09
Q4 Midterms-4/24/09              S2 Grades-5/29/09


Seniors:  Please verify your name for your diploma in the office.

Senior pictures for the yearbook are being accepted by Mr. Sieg.  Please turn in your senior pictures by December 12.

Jostens will be here on 12/2 during lunches to take any orders from seniors who have yet to order caps and gowns.  PLEASE be sure to meet with them if you have not ordered your cap and gown!!

A Casper College admissions counselor will be at DHS on Thursday, December 11th from 1:30 - 3:30 in the media center. She will be helping seniors complete the admission process to Casper College. To sign up for a time slot, please stop in the guidance office.

Yarn and Yak - come learn to knit or crochet and make great gifts or items to keep!  Sign up with Nurse Jean.  It will be held during Friday school in the Home Ec. Room Dec. 5th and 12th.   Supplies provided for learning or bring your own, if you already know how come join us!

Any student wishing to help Jill’s Dance School w/a dance recital please contact her at 358-0525.

Seniors and Parents:  There will be a Family Fun Financial Aid Night on Tuesday, Dec. 9th, from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. in the Commons area.  Supper will be provided, compliments of EWC's Gear-Up program.  Topics covered will include the FAFSA, merit and need based scholarships, national and regional and state scholarships, new federal programs, etc.  There will also be door prizes and great give-aways.  Come for a FUN and INFORMATIVE evening at DHS in cooperation with EWC.  Please call the DHS Guidance Office at 358-2975 if you have any questions.

Freshmen:  If you are interested in the Rocky Mountain Academic Talent Search, please let the Guidance Office know.

JUNIORS:  Discover Scholarships (10 at $30,000 each)…may be used for any type of post high school education or training, certification, licensing, 2 or 4-year trade and tech schools, or 2 and 4-year colleges.  Criteria include minimum GPA of 2.75 plus community service, leadership, and has faced a significant roadblock or challenge.  Apply online at www.applyists.net DEADLINE:  Jan. 31

Seniors:
Northwest Community College, Powell, WY
Monday, December 1, 2008:  Scholarship Day….You do not need to be present to be eligible for scholarships; however, you do need to complete an online admission/scholarship application prior to Dec. 1.

Thought for the day:  The essence of being human is being able to direct your own life.  ---Stephen R Covey








First Semester Finals Schedule
2008

Monday, Dec. 15th– As needed finals in Fine Arts, PE, Health, Drivers Ed.

Tuesday, Dec. 16th– As needed finals in Tech Prep, Math, Science, English

Wednesday, Dec. 17th– As needed finals in Social Studies, Industrial Arts (Math, English, Science if 2 days are needed)

Thursday, Dec. 18th– Schedule Changes and work in the guidance area, finals makeup if needed

Friday, Dec. 19th– Makeup Finals

Monday, November 24, 2008

BEARCAT NEWS
11/24/08
WEEK 14 DAY 64

Grades Due:
Q2 Midterms-11/24/08              S1 Grades- 12/19/08
Q3 Midterms-2/5/09                  Q3 Grades-3/13/09
Q4 Midterms-4/24/09                S2 Grades-5/29/09


Seniors:  Please verify your name for your diploma in the office.

Senior pictures for the yearbook are being accepted by Mr. Sieg.  Please turn in your senior pictures by December 12.

A Casper College admissions counselor will be at DHS on Thursday, December 11th from 1:30 - 3:30 in the media center. She will be helping seniors complete the admission process to Casper College. To sign up for a time slot, please stop in the guidance office.

Yarn and Yak this Friday - come learn to knit or crochet and make great gifts or items to keep!  Sign up with Nurse Jean.  It will be held during Friday school in the Home Ec. Room starting this Friday and continuing Dec. 5th and 12th.   Supplies provided for learning or bring your own, if you already know how come join us!

A representative from Eastern Wyoming College will be here on Tuesday, Nov. 25, in the Media Center during all lunches, to have students apply for admission.  Please sign up in the Guidance Office for an appointment.

Football team pictures will be taken at noon on Wednesday 11/26.  Be sure to have home game uniforms.  Remaining freshmen and sophomore players will have equipment check-in immediately following pictures.

Picture retakes are in.   Please pick them up before or after school or during lunch.  Please do not come in during class time.

Thought for the day:  The way to get things done is not to mind who gets the credit of doing them.  ---Benjamin Jewett



First Semester Finals Schedule
2008

Monday, Dec. 15th– As needed finals in Fine Arts, PE, Health, Drivers Ed.

Tuesday, Dec. 16th– As needed finals in Tech Prep, Math, Science, English

Wednesday, Dec. 17th– As needed finals in Social Studies, Industrial Arts (Math, English, Science if 2 days are needed)

Thursday, Dec. 18th– Schedule Changes and work in the guidance area, finals makeup if needed

Friday, Dec. 19th– Makeup Finals,

Thursday, November 20, 2008

BEARCAT NEWS
11/20/08
WEEK 13 DAY 62

Grades Due:
Q2 Midterms-11/24/08                  S1 Grades- 12/19/08
Q3 Midterms-2/5/09               Q3 Grades-3/13/09
Q4 Midterms-4/24/09                    S2 Grades-5/29/09

Seniors:  Please verify your name for your diploma in the office.

Senior pictures for the yearbook are being accepted by Mr. Sieg.  Please turn in your senior pictures by December 13.

Junior Class is sponsoring a dance this Friday in the high school commons, November 21st from 9 to midnight.  Costs: Couples- $5 and $3 for singles.  All proceeds will go to prom.  You must be academically eligible to attend.

A Casper College admissions counselor will be at DHS on Thursday, December 11th from 1:30 - 3:30 in the media center. She will be helping seniors complete the admission process to Casper College. To sign up for a time slot, please stop in the guidance office.

The banquet for this year's freshmen, junior varsity, and varsity volleyball teams will be this Sunday, November 23rd at 7:00 pm in the High School commons.  Don't forget to bring a desert to share.

Yarn and Yak this Friday - come learn to knit or crochet and make great gifts or items to keep!  Sign up with Nurse Jean.  It will be held during Friday school in the Home Ec. Room starting this Friday and continuing Dec. 5th and 12th.   Supplies provided for learning or bring your own, if you already know how come join us!

Thought for the day:  No limits are set to the ascent of man, and to each and everyone the highest stands open.  Here it is only your personal choice that decides.  –Martin Buber


First Semester Finals Schedule
2008

Monday, Dec. 15th– As needed finals in Fine Arts, PE, Health, Drivers Ed.

Tuesday, Dec. 16th– As needed finals in Tech Prep, Math, Science, English

Wednesday, Dec. 17th– As needed finals in Social Studies, Industrial Arts (Math, English, Science if 2 days are needed)

Thursday, Dec. 18th– Schedule Changes and work in the guidance area, finals makeup if needed

Friday, Dec. 19th– Makeup Finals,

Wednesday, November 19, 2008

BEARCAT NEWS
11/18/08
WEEK 13 DAY 60

Grades Due:

Q2 Midterms-11/24/08         S1 Grades- 12/19/08
Q3 Midterms-2/5/09             Q3 Grades-3/13/09
Q4 Midterms-4/24/09           S2 Grades-5/29/09

Seniors:  Please verify your name for your diploma in the office.

Senior pictures for the yearbook are being accepted by Mr. Sieg.  Please turn in your senior pictures by December 13.

REMINDERS:  Seniors- Remember to sign up in Guidance for the UW application day visit, here at DHS, on Nov. 18, a Tuesday.  There are only so many slots available.

B.E.A.T. will meet during A lunch on 11/20 in the business area.  Lunch is provided.  Bring your own drink.

Students receiving lunch incentive passes:  Please adjust the valid time on the card from 11/19-12/12.  You must have a parent signature.  Again, the incentive will begin on Wednesday, 11/19. 

Sergeant Peterson will be interpreting ASVAB scores on Tuesday, Nov. 18th, at 3:30 in the upper aud. If you haven't had your scores interpreted yet, please plan to attend.

Junior Class is sponsoring a dance this Friday in the high school commons, November 21st from 9 to midnight.  Costs: Couples- $5 and $3 for singles.  All proceeds will go to prom.

A Casper College admissions counselor will be at DHS on Thursday, December 11th from 1:30 - 3:30 in the media center. She will be helping seniors complete the admission process to Casper College. To sign up for a time slot, please stop in the guidance office.

Thought for the day:  We have a choice:  to plow new ground or let the weeds grow.  ---Jonathan Westover

Last Updated on Monday, 17 November 2008 14:11 
 

Tuesday, November 18, 2008

BEARCAT NEWS
11/18/08
WEEK 13 DAY 60

Grades Due:

Q2 Midterms-11/24/08         S1 Grades- 12/19/08
Q3 Midterms-2/5/09             Q3 Grades-3/13/09
Q4 Midterms-4/24/09           S2 Grades-5/29/09

Seniors:  Please verify your name for your diploma in the office.

Senior pictures for the yearbook are being accepted by Mr. Sieg.  Please turn in your senior pictures by December 13.

REMINDERS:  Seniors- Remember to sign up in Guidance for the UW application day visit, here at DHS, on Nov. 18, a Tuesday.  There are only so many slots available.

B.E.A.T. will meet during A lunch on 11/20 in the business area.  Lunch is provided.  Bring your own drink.

Students receiving lunch incentive passes:  Please adjust the valid time on the card from 11/19-12/12.  You must have a parent signature.  Again, the incentive will begin on Wednesday, 11/19. 

Sergeant Peterson will be interpreting ASVAB scores on Tuesday, Nov. 18th, at 3:30 in the upper aud. If you haven't had your scores interpreted yet, please plan to attend.

Junior Class is sponsoring a dance this Friday in the high school commons, November 21st from 9 to midnight.  Costs: Couples- $5 and $3 for singles.  All proceeds will go to prom.

A Casper College admissions counselor will be at DHS on Thursday, December 11th from 1:30 - 3:30 in the media center. She will be helping seniors complete the admission process to Casper College. To sign up for a time slot, please stop in the guidance office.

Thought for the day:  We have a choice:  to plow new ground or let the weeds grow.  ---Jonathan Westover

Monday, November 17, 2008

BEARCAT NEWS
11/17/08
WEEK 13 DAY 59

GRADES DUE:       Q2 Midterms-11/24/08         S1 Grades- 12/19/08
Q3 Midterms-2/5/09            Q3 Grades-3/13/09
Q4 Midterms-4/24/09           S2 Grades-5/29/09

Student Announcements

Seniors:  Please verify your name for your diploma in the office.

Senior pictures for the yearbook are being accepted by Mr. Sieg.  Please turn in your senior pictures by December 13.

REMINDERS:  Seniors- Remember to sign up in Guidance for the UW application day visit, here at DHS, on Nov. 18, a Tuesday.  There are only so many slots available.

B.E.A.T. will meet during A lunch on 11/20 in the business area.  Lunch is provided.  Bring your own drink.

Students receiving lunch incentive passes 4th hour today:  Please adjust the valid time on the card from 11/19-12/12.  You must have a parent signature.  Again, the incentive will begin on Wednesday, 11/19. 

On Monday the 17th, students will get their incentive passes to have open campus lunch.  4th hour teachers can let these students out several minutes early 4th hour to get their pass checked by me in the office/commons or Jay Rhoades down by the doors leading out to the student parking lot.  The office secretaries can also sign the passes. 

Sergeant Peterson will be interpreting ASVAB scores on Tuesday, Nov. 18th, at 3:30 in the upper aud. If you haven't had your scores interpreted yet, please plan to attend.

REMINDER
2nd MOST OF US Meeting
Monday, Nov. 17, 2008
DHS Media Center
“B” Lunch
This time lunch is on your own.  If you have B Lunch, you will be excused for C Lunch on Monday only.

Thought for the day:  Some of us are timid.  We think we have something to lose so we don’t try for the next hill.  ---Maya Angelou

Thursday, November 13, 2008

BEARCAT NEWS

11/12/08

WEEK 12 DAY 56

                                                                                                                         

GRADES DUE:       Q2 Midterms-11/24/08                  S1 Grades- 12/19/08

                                   Q3 Midterms-2/5/09                       Q3 Grades-3/13/09

                                   Q4 Midterms-4/24/09                     S2 Grades-5/29/09

                                                                                                              

Student Announcements

                                                                                                                       

Seniors:  Please verify your name for your diploma in the office.

 

Senior pictures for the yearbook are being accepted by Mr. Sieg.  Please turn in your senior pictures by December 13.

 

REMINDERS:  Seniors- Remember to sign up in Guidance for the UW application day visit, here at DHS, on Nov. 18, a Tuesday.  There are only so many slots available.

 

Douglas Bearcats have advanced to the 4A Football State Championship Game!

DHS will play the Buffalo Bison on November 15, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. at the DHS Stadium.

Ticket prices are set by the WHSAA and are as follows:
ADULTS:               $6.00

STUDENTS:           $4.00

Advance ticket sales go on sale on Tuesday, November 11^th at the Douglas Rec Center Desk or the DHS Activity Office.  Student ticket prices will be half price compliments of the Activity Office.  Students wearing “Bearcat Blue” will be admitted for the $2.00 price the day of the game.    GO BEARCATS!!!

 

4A State Championship Football shirts will be on sale starting Tuesday afternoon.  Place your order at the ACTIVITY OFFICE!  These shirts will be in Bearcat colors.  Here are the prices:
T-shirts $19.00 all sizes

Long sleeve t-shirts $21.00 all sizes

Hoodies $32.00 all sizes!

All items ordered will be delivered to Douglas on Friday afternoon!!

 

Girls’ basketball Parent Meeting, Thursday night at 6:00pm in the Rec. 

 

On Monday the 17th, students will get their incentive passes to have open campus lunch.  4th hour teachers can let these students out several minutes early 4th hour to get their pass checked by me in the office/commons or Jay Rhoades down by the doors leading out to the student parking lot.  The office secretaries can also sign the passes.  

 

Thought for the day:  Cast away care; he that loves sorrow lengthens not a day, nor can buy tomorrow.  ---Thomas Dekker

Monday, November 10, 2008

BEARCAT NEWS

11/10/08

WEEK 12 DAY 54

                                                                                                                         

GRADES DUE:       Q2 Midterms-11/24/08                  S1 Grades- 12/19/08

                                   Q3 Midterms-2/5/09                       Q3 Grades-3/13/09

                                   Q4 Midterms-4/24/09                     S2 Grades-5/29/09

                                                                                                              

Student Announcements

                                                                                                                       

Seniors:  Please verify your name for your diploma in the office.

 

Senior pictures for the yearbook are being accepted by Mr. Sieg.  Please turn in your senior pictures by December 13.

 

REMINDERS:  Seniors- Remember to sign up in Guidance for the UW application day visit, here at DHS, on Nov. 18, a Tuesday.  There are only so many slots available.

 

Sophomores:  Remember to sign up in Guidance for the PLAN test on Thursday, Nov. 13.  Also, remember that the cost is $9.50, and the first 40 sophomores to have their money turned in are the ones who will be able to take the test.  We have only 40 tests.

 

Any boy interested in playing basketball please see Coach Erickson by 11/10 to order team shoes.

 

Thought for the day:  He who does something at the head of one regiment will eclipse him who does nothing at the head of a hundred.  ---Abraham Lincoln

Friday, October 31, 2008

BEARCAT NEWS

10/31/08

WEEK 10 DAY 49

                                                                                                                         

GRADES DUE:       Q1 Grades-10/31/08                                           

                                   Q2 Midterms-11/24/08                   S1 Grades- 12/19/08

                                   Q3 Midterms-2/5/09                       Q3 Grades-3/13/09

                                   Q4 Midterms-4/24/09                     S2 Grades-5/29/09

                                                                                                              

Student Announcements

                                                                                                           

Seniors:  Please verify your name for your diploma in the office.

 

Students:  Please watch for elementary students trying to cross the streets after school while leaving the parking lot.  PLEASE slow down!!

 

For anyone who took the ASVAB there will be an interpretation meeting with Sgt. Peterson from The Wyoming Army National Guard on Friday, October 31st at 1:30 in the upper aud.

 

Support your DHS Bearcats!  During lunch today buy a button to show your support for our football team.  You can get our previously made styles for $2 or personalize it for $3.  Personalized orders will be taken today and delivered on Friday.

 

National Honor Society will meet Wednesday, 11/5, at 11:30 in the upper aud for election of officers.

 

Any Junior/Senior interested in attending Technology Day at the Eastern Wyoming College campus in Torrington on November 6th can go to the EWC website at ewc.wy.edu and register. If you have questions, stop in the guidance office.

 

Any senior interested in playing Division 1 or 2 sports at the collegiate level needs to be registered with the NCAA Clearinghouse ASAP.  See Guidance!!!

 

A UW admissions rep will be here at DHS on Tuesday, November 18th from 9:00 - 1:00 for Early Admission Day. Stop in the Guidance Office and sign up for a 15 minute appointment. The admissions rep. will be in the media center to meet with students. You will need to bring a completed UW application, a transcript, and $40.00 for the application fee. 

 

Any girls interested in playing basketball and want the team shoes, please see Dena Christiansen in the Activities office.

 

All freshman and non-fall sport people interested in wrestling—there will be an optional practice Monday, 11/3, after school in the wrestling room.

 

SENIORS:  Monday, November 3rd, during all lunches, a college representative from Northwest Community College in Powell, WY, will be in the Commons to answer any questions you may have.

 

Jostens will be here to take orders for graduation announcements on Tuesday November 4^th from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. 

 

Thought for the day:  Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall.  ---Confucius

Wednesday, October 29, 2008

BEARCAT NEWS

10/29/08

WEEK 10 DAY 47

                                                                                                                         

GRADES DUE:       Q1 Grades-10/31/08                                           

                                   Q2 Midterms-11/24/08                   S1 Grades- 12/19/08

                                   Q3 Midterms-2/5/09                       Q3 Grades-3/13/09

                                   Q4 Midterms-4/24/09                     S2 Grades-5/29/09

                                                                                                              

Student Announcements

                                                                                                           

Seniors:  Please verify your name for your diploma in the office.

 

The CAT TRACKS is having a photo contest.  Anyone interested will need to have entries in by October 31^st.  The theme is life at DHS.  The prize is a McDonald’s gift card.

 

JOB OPPORTUNITY:   Two hours a day, cleaning the grooming room at Smylie Animal Clinic-$8.00/hr-Call Jenny Mittleider at 358-3231

 

For anyone who took the ASVAB there will be an interpretation meeting with Sgt. Peterson from The Wyoming Army National Guard on Friday, October 31st at 1:30 in the upper aud.

 

Any senior or junior who plans to take the December 13th ACT may sign up for an ACT prep sessions in the Guidance Office. ACT prep sessions are held in the media center during SSR time.   Seniors get first choice to sign up in the Guidance Office!  You must be signed up to participate.

 

Any Junior/Senior interested in attending Technology Day at the Eastern Wyoming College campus in Torrington on November 6th can go to the EWC website at ewc.wy.edu and register. If you have questions, stop in the guidance office.

 

FBLA will meet Thursday, October 30, at 7:45 a.m. in Ms. Cripps room.

 

Any senior interested in playing Division 1 or 2 sports at the collegiate level needs to be registered with the NCAA Clearinghouse ASAP.  See Guidance!!!

 

A UW admissions rep will be here at DHS on Tuesday, November 18th from 9:00 - 1:00 for Early Admission Day. Stop in the Guidance Office and sign up for a 15 minute appointment. The admissions rep. will be in the media center to meet with students. You will need to bring a completed UW application, a transcript, and $40.00 for the application fee. 

 

Any girls interested in playing basketball and want the team shoes, please see Dena Christiansen in the Activities office.

 

Any freshmen boys interested in playing basketball—there will be a meeting in Coach Barker’s room Thursday, 10/30, immediately after school.

 

Fun Club Announcement: We are going to be "Bleeding Blue" at the first round of play-offs this Friday night at 7:00 p.m. vs Rawlins!  Don't forget to wear BLUE!

 

The following student council members owe $20.00 for their council shirts ASAP!

October 28, 2008

BEARCAT NEWS

10/28/08

WEEK 10 DAY 46

 

GRADES DUE:       Q1 Grades-10/31/08                                           

                                   Q2 Midterms-11/24/08                   S1 Grades- 12/19/08

                                   Q3 Midterms-2/5/09                       Q3 Grades-3/13/09

                                   Q4 Midterms-4/24/09                     S2 Grades-5/29/09

                                                                                                              

Student Announcements

                                                                                                           

Seniors:  Please verify your name for your diploma in the office.

 

Picture Retakes will be Wednesday, October 29^th at 8:00 a.m.  Please be sure to pick up a picture packet from the office—payment is due when pictures are taken.

 

The CAT TRACKS is having a photo contest.  Anyone interested will need to have entries in by October 31^st.  The theme is life at DHS.  The prize is a McDonald’s gift card.

 

JOB, JOB, JOB  Two hours a day, cleaning the grooming room at Smylie Animal Clinic-$8.00/hr-Call Jenny Mittleider at 358-3231

 

For anyone who took the ASVAB there will be an interpretation meeting with Sgt. Peterson from The Wyoming Army National Guard on Friday, October 31st at 1:30 in the upper aud.

 

Any senior or junior who plans to take the December 13th ACT may sign up for an ACT prep sessions in the Guidance Office. ACT prep sessions are held in the media center during SSR time.   Seniors get first choice to sign up in the Guidance Office!  You must be signed up to participate.

 

Attention seniors!  Jostens will be here 10/29 at 9:00 a.m. in the aud to meet regarding caps and gowns. 

 

Any Junior/Senior interested in attending Technology Day at the Eastern Wyoming College campus in Torrington on November 6th can go to the EWC website at ewc.wy.edu and register. If you have questions, stop in the guidance office.

 

Any senior interested in playing Division 1 or 2 sports at the collegiate level needs to be registered with the NCAA Clearinghouse ASAP.  See Guidance!!!

 

A UW admissions rep will be here at DHS on Tuesday, November 18th from 9:00 - 1:00 for Early Admission Day. Stop in the Guidance Office and sign up for a 15 minute appointment. The admissions rep. will be in the media center to meet with students. You will need to bring a completed UW application, a transcript, and $40.00 for the application fee. 

 

Juniors: There will be a Prom Committee meeting Wednesday, October 29th at 7:45 a.m. in Mrs. McGahan's room.  Any juniors who signed up to sell pizzas please attend the meeting as well. 

 

Any girls interested in playing basketball and want the team shoes, please see Dena Christianson in the Activities office-Coach Heny

 

Thought for the day:  If the world’s a vale of tears, smile, till rainbows span it! ---Lucy Larcom

Friday, October 24, 2008

BEARCAT NEWS

10/24/08

WEEK 9 DAY 43

 

GRADES DUE:       Q1 Grades-10/31/08                                           

                                   Q2 Midterms-11/24/08                   S1 Grades- 12/19/08

                                   Q3 Midterms-2/5/09                       Q3 Grades-3/13/09

                                   Q4 Midterms-4/24/09                     S2 Grades-5/29/09

 

Student Announcements

 

Seniors:  Please verify your name for your diploma in the office.

 

Student pictures are in.  Please come in and pick up your pictures before or after school or during lunch.  Please DO NOT come in during class time.  ThanksJ

 

Picture Retakes will be Wednesday, October 29^th at 8:00 a.m.  Please be sure to pick up a picture packet from the office—payment is due when pictures are taken.

 

Student Council Members need to pick up your shirts from Mrs. Seeds before Friday, October 24th or the price goes up to $20.00 per shirt.  See Mrs. Seeds with questions!

 

Students taking the ACT this Saturday, Oct. 25th:

Please report to the Back Gym between 7:30 a.m. and 7:45 a.m.  Testing will begin promptly at 8:00 a.m. and conclude at approximately 11:45 a.m.  Approved calculators are permitted.  Please, no food or drink in the testing room.  Bring a heavy coat since it could be a bit cool in the gym.  Eat a nutritious breakfast.  Please see Guidance if you have any questions.

 

Any senior or junior who plans to take the December 13th ACT may sign up for an ACT prep sessions in the Guidance Office. ACT prep sessions are held in the media center during SSR time.   Seniors get first choice to sign up in the Guidance Office!  You must be signed up to participate.

 

Attention seniors!  Jostens will be here 10/29 at 9:00 a.m. in the aud to meet regarding caps and gowns. 

 

Any Junior/Senior interested in attending Technology Day at the Eastern Wyoming College campus in Torrington on November 6th can go to the EWC website at ewc.wy.edu and register. If you have questions, stop in the guidance office.

 

If you signed up to play on a High School Racquetball League, schedules are at the Rec Lobby Desk. 

 

Any senior interested in playing Division 1 or 2 sports at the collegiate level needs to be registered with the NCAA Clearinghouse ASAP.  See Guidance!!!

 

A UW admissions rep will be here at DHS on Tuesday, November 18th from 9:00 - 1:00 for Early Admission Day. Stop in the Guidance Office and sign up for a 15 minute appointment. The admissions rep. will be in the media center to meet with students. You will need to bring a completed UW application, a transcript, and $40.00 for the application fee. 

 

There is a signup sheet in the office for any student wishing to ride the Spirit Bus to Wheatland Friday, 10/24.  You must have a signed permission slip to get on the bus.

 

Thought for the day:  The eyes of other people are the eyes that ruin us.  If all but myself were blind, I should want neither fine clothes, fine houses, nor fine furniture.  –Benjamin Franklin

Thursday, October 23, 2008

BEARCAT NEWS

10/23/08

WEEK 9 DAY 43

 

GRADES DUE:       Q1 Grades-10/31/08                                           

                                   Q2 Midterms-11/24/08                   S1 Grades- 12/19/08

                                   Q3 Midterms-2/5/09                       Q3 Grades-3/13/09

                                   Q4 Midterms-4/24/09                     S2 Grades-5/29/09

 

Student Announcements

 

Seniors:  Please verify your name for your diploma in the office.

 

Student pictures are in.  Please come in and pick up your pictures before or after school or during lunch.  Please DO NOT come in during class time.  ThanksJ

 

Picture Retakes will be Wednesday, October 29^th at 8:00 a.m.  Please be sure to pick up a picture packet from the office—payment is due when pictures are taken.

 

Student Council Members need to pick up your shirts from Mrs. Seeds before Friday, October 24th or the price goes up to $20.00 per shirt.  See Mrs. Seeds with questions!

 

Students taking the ACT this Saturday, Oct. 25th:

Please report to the Back Gym between 7:30 a.m. and 7:45 a.m.  Testing will begin promptly at 8:00 a.m. and conclude at approximately 11:45 a.m.  Approved calculators are permitted.  Please, no food or drink in the testing room.  Bring a heavy coat since it could be a bit cool in the gym.  Eat a nutritious breakfast.  Please see Guidance if you have any questions.

 

Attention seniors!  Jostens will be here 10/29 at 9:00 a.m.  in the aud to meet regarding caps and gowns. 

 

Any Junior/Senior interested in attending Technology Day at the Eastern Wyoming College campus in Torrington on November 6th can go to the EWC website at ewc.wy.edu and register. If you have questions, stop in the guidance office.

 

STARR Scholarship from Michigan State University:  Only for Wyoming students!!  Full support (tuition, room and board) for undergraduate study, books, personal computer, and other items.  Deadline:  Dec 1, Applications available in guidance.  Representatives from MSU will be in Casper, WY, on Sunday, October 26, from 3:00 - 5:00 P.M. at the Ramada Plaza Riverside Hotel.   Reservations need to be made by October 21.  Contact Ben Brown at 517-355-8332 or visit www.admissions.msu.edu/STARR.asp

 

If you signed up to play on a High School Racquetball League, schedules are at the Rec Lobby Desk. 

 

Any senior interested in playing Division 1 or 2 sports at the collegiate level needs to be registered with the NCAA Clearinghouse ASAP.  See Guidance!!!

 

A UW admissions rep will be here at DHS on Tuesday, November 18th from 9:00 - 1:00 for Early Admission Day. Stop in the Guidance Office and sign up for a 15 minute appointment. The admissions rep. will be in the media center to meet with students. You will need to bring a completed UW application, a transcript, and $40.00 for the application fee. 

 

There is a signup sheet in the office for any student wishing to ride the Spirit Bus to Wheatland Friday 10/24.  You must have a signed permission slip to get on the bus.

 

Thought for the day:  The only thing necessary for triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing.  ---Edmund Burke

Wednesday, October 22, 2008

BEARCAT NEWS

10/22/08

WEEK 9 DAY 42

 

GRADES DUE:    Q1 Grades-10/31/08                                       

                                   Q2 Midterms-11/24/08               S1 Grades- 12/19/08

                                   Q3 Midterms-2/5/09                   Q3 Grades-3/13/09

                                   Q4 Midterms-4/24/09                 S2 Grades-5/29/09

 

Student Announcements

 

Seniors:  Please verify your name for your diploma in the office.

 

Student pictures are in.  Please come in and pick up your pictures before or after school or during lunch.  Please DO NOT come in during class time.  ThanksJ

 

Picture Retakes will be Wednesday, October 29^th at 8:00 a.m.  Please be sure to pick up a picture packet from the office—payment is due when pictures are taken.

 

Student Council meeting on Wednesday, October 22nd during 4th hour.  Members are excused at 11:15 to get lunch then please report to Mr. Sutphin's room.  If you have any questions or conflicts please see Mrs. Seeds.

 

Student Council Members - The Father Hubbard's food drive is Wednesday, October 22nd at 6:00.  Please meet in the back parking lot at the County Library at 5:45.  Bring warm clothes!

 

Student Council Members need to pick up your shirts from Mrs. Seeds before Friday, October 24th or the price goes up to $20.00 per shirt.  See Mrs. Seeds with questions!

 

Students taking the ACT this Saturday, Oct. 25th:

Please report to the Back Gym between 7:30 a.m. and 7:45 a.m.  Testing will begin promptly at 8:00 a.m. and conclude at approximately 11:45 a.m.  Approved calculators are permitted.  Please, no food or drink in the testing room.  Bring a heavy coat since it could be a bit cool in the gym.  Eat a nutritious breakfast.  Please see Guidance if you have any questions.

 

Attention seniors!  Josten’s will be here 10/29 at 9:00 a.m.  in the aud to meet w/seniors regarding caps and gowns. 

 

Any Junior/Senior interested in attending Technology Day at the Eastern Wyoming College campus in Torrington on November 6th can go to the EWC website at ewc.wy.edu and register. If you have questions, stop in the guidance office.

 

STARR Scholarship from Michigan State University:  Only for Wyoming students!!  Full support (tuition, room and board) for undergraduate study, books, personal computer, and other items.  Deadline:  Dec 1, Applications available in guidance.  Representatives from MSU will be in Casper, WY, on Sunday, October 26, from 3:00 - 5:00 P.M. at the Ramada Plaza Riverside Hotel.   Reservations need to be made by October 21.  Contact Ben Brown at 517-355-8332 or visit www.admissions.msu.edu/STARR.asp

 

If you signed up to play on a High School Racquetball League, schedules are at the Rec Lobby Desk. 

 

Any senior interested in playing Division 1 or 2 sports at the collegiate level needs to be registered with the NCAA Clearinghouse ASAP.  See Guidance!!!

 

A UW admissions rep will be here at DHS on Tuesday, November 18th from 9:00 - 1:00 for Early Admission Day. Stop in the Guidance Office and sign up for a 15 minute appointment. The admissions rep. will be in the media center to meet with students. You will need to bring a completed UW application, a transcript, and $40.00 for the application fee. 

 

There is a signup sheet in the office for any student wishing to ride the Spirit Bus to Wheatland Friday 10/24.  You must have a signed permission slip to get on the bus.

 

Thought for the day:  We don’t receive wisdom; we must discover it for ourselves after a journey that no one can take for us or spare us.  ---Marcel Proust

Tuesday, October 21, 2008

BEARCAT NEWS

10/21/08

WEEK 9 DAY 41

 

GRADES DUE:    Q1 Grades-10/31/08                                       

                                   Q2 Midterms-11/24/08               S1 Grades- 12/19/08

                                   Q3 Midterms-2/5/09                   Q3 Grades-3/13/09

                                   Q4 Midterms-4/24/09                 S2 Grades-5/29/09

 

Student Announcements

 

Congratulations to the Bearcat Marching Band on their superior rating at State Marching Band Festival.

 

Seniors:  Please verify your name for your diploma in the office.

 

ACT:  Saturday, October 25th, back gym.

 

Student pictures are in.  Please come in and pick up your pictures before or after school or during lunch.  Please DO NOT come in during class time.  ThanksJ

 

Picture Retakes will be Wednesday, October 29^th at 8:00 a.m.  Please be sure to pick up a picture packet from the office—payment is due when pictures are taken.

 

Attention seniors!  Josten’s will be here 10/29 at 9:00 a.m.  in the aud to meet w/seniors regarding caps and gowns. 

 

Any Junior/Senior interested in attending Technology Day at the Eastern Wyoming College campus in Torrington on November 6th can go to the EWC website at ewc.wy.edu and register. If you have questions, stop in the guidance office.

 

There will be mandatory Close Up parent meeting in the HS Commons on Tuesday 10/21 at 7:00 PM.

 

STARR Scholarship from Michigan State University:  Only for Wyoming students!!  Full support (tuition, room and board) for undergraduate study, books, personal computer, and other items.  Deadline:  Dec 1, Applications available in guidance.  Representatives from MSU will be in Casper, WY, on Sunday, October 26, from 3:00 - 5:00 P.M. at the Ramada Plaza Riverside Hotel.   Reservations need to be made by October 21.  Contact Ben Brown at 517-355-8332 or visit www.admissions.msu.edu/STARR.asp

 

If you signed up to play on a High School Racquetball League, schedules are at the Rec Lobby Desk. 

 

Any senior interested in playing Division 1 or 2 sports at the collegiate level needs to be registered with the NCAA Clearinghouse ASAP.  See Guidance!!!

 

A UW admissions rep will be here at DHS on Tuesday, November 18th from 9:00 - 1:00 for Early Admission Day. Stop in the Guidance Office and sign up for a 15 minute appointment. The admissions rep. will be in the media center to meet with students. You will need to bring a completed UW application, a transcript, and $40.00 for the application fee. 

 

There is a signup sheet in the office for any student wishing to ride the Spirit Bus to Wheatland Friday 10/24.  You must have a signed permission slip to get on the bus.

 

Thought for the day:  Neither smiles nor frowns, neither good intentions nor harsh words, are a substitute for strength.  –John F Kennedy

Monday, October 20, 2008

BEARCAT NEWS

10/20/08

WEEK 9 DAY 40

 

GRADES DUE:    Q1 Grades-10/31/08                                       

                                   Q2 Midterms-11/24/08               S1 Grades- 12/19/08

                                   Q3 Midterms-2/5/09                   Q3 Grades-3/13/09

                                   Q4 Midterms-4/24/09                 S2 Grades-5/29/09

 

Student Announcements

 

Seniors:  Please verify your name for your diploma in the office.

 

ACT:  Saturday, October 25th, back gym.

 

Picture Retakes will be Wednesday, October 29^th at 8:00 a.m.  Please be sure to pick up a picture packet from the office—payment is due when pictures are taken.

 

Attention seniors!  Josten’s will be here 10/29 at 9:00 a.m.  in the aud to meet w/seniors regarding caps and gowns. 

 

Any Junior/Senior interested in attending Technology Day at the Eastern Wyoming College campus in Torrington on November 6th can go to the EWC website at ewc.wy.edu and register. If you have questions, stop in the guidance office.

 

There will be mandatory Close Up parent meeting in the HS Commons on Tuesday 10/21 at 7:00 PM.

 

STARR Scholarship from Michigan State University:

Only for Wyoming students!!  Full support (tuition, room and board) for undergraduate study, books, personal computer, and other items.  Deadline:  Dec 1, Applications available in guidance.

Representatives from MSU will be in Casper, WY, on Sunday, October 26, from 3:00 - 5:00 P.M. at the Ramada Plaza Riverside Hotel.   Reservations need to be made by October 21.  Contact Ben Brown at 517-355-8332 or visit www.admissions.msu.edu/STARR.asp

 

The Fun Club is calling for a "White Out" at the game vs Buffalo this Friday night at 7:00.  Everyone wear WHITE to the game and show support for your Bearcats!

 

If you signed up to play on a High School Racquetball League, schedules are at the Rec Lobby Desk. 

 

Any senior interested in playing Division 1 or 2 sports at the collegiate level needs to be registered with the NCAA Clearinghouse ASAP.  See Guidance!!!

 

A UW admissions rep will be here at DHS on Tuesday, November 18th from 9:00 - 1:00 for Early Admission Day. Stop in the Guidance Office and sign up for a 15 minute appointment. The admissions rep. will be in the media center to meet with students. You will need to bring a completed UW application, a transcript, and $40.00 for the application fee. 

 

Thought for the day:  Plans are nothing; planning is everything.  Dwight D Eisenhower

Friday, October 17, 2008

BEARCAT NEWS

10/17/08

WEEK 8 DAY 39

 

GRADES DUE:    Q1 Grades-10/31/08                                       

                                   Q2 Midterms-11/24/08               S1 Grades- 12/19/08

                                   Q3 Midterms-2/5/09                   Q3 Grades-3/13/09

                                   Q4 Midterms-4/24/09                 S2 Grades-5/29/09

 

Student Announcements

 

Seniors:  Please verify your name for your diploma in the office.

 

ACT:  Saturday, October 25th, back gym.

 

Picture Retakes will be Wednesday, October 29^th at 8:00 a.m.  Please be sure to pick up a picture packet from the office—payment is due when pictures are taken.

 

Attention seniors!  Josten’s will be here 10/29 at 9:00 a.m.  in the aud to meet w/seniors regarding caps and gowns. 

 

Any Junior/Senior interested in attending Technology Day at the Eastern Wyoming College campus in Torrington on November 6th can go to the EWC website at ewc.wy.edu and register. If you have questions, stop in the guidance office.

 

There will be mandatory Close Up parent meeting in the HS Commons on Tuesday 10/21 at 7:00 PM.

 

STARR Scholarship from Michigan State University:

Only for Wyoming students!!  Full support (tuition, room and board) for undergraduate study, books, personal computer, and other items.  Deadline:  Dec 1, Applications available in guidance.

Representatives from MSU will be in Casper, WY, on Sunday, October 26, from 3:00 - 5:00 P.M. at the Ramada Plaza Riverside Hotel.   Reservations need to be made by October 21.  Contact Ben Brown at 517-355-8332 or visit www.admissions.msu.edu/STARR.asp

 

The Fun Club is calling for a "White Out" at the game vs Buffalo this Friday night at 7:00.  Everyone wear WHITE to the game and show support for your Bearcats!

 

If you signed up to play on a High School Racquetball League, schedules are at the Rec Lobby Desk. 

 

Any senior interested in playing Division 1 or 2 sports at the collegiate level needs to be registered with the NCAA Clearinghouse ASAP.  See Guidance!!!

 

A UW admissions rep will be here at DHS on Tuesday, November 18th from 9:00 - 1:00 for Early Admission Day. Stop in the Guidance Office and sign up for a 15 minute appointment. The admissions rep. will be in the media center to meet with students. You will need to bring a completed UW application, a transcript, and $40.00 for the application fee. 

 

Thought for the day:  A good listener is not only popular everywhere, but after awhile he knows something.  ---Wilson Mizner

Thursday, October 16, 2008

BEARCAT NEWS

10/16/08

WEEK 8 DAY 38

 

GRADES DUE:    Q1 Grades-10/31/08                                       

                                   Q2 Midterms-11/24/08               S1 Grades- 12/19/08

                                   Q3 Midterms-2/5/09                   Q3 Grades-3/13/09

                                   Q4 Midterms-4/24/09                 S2 Grades-5/29/09

 

Student Announcements

 

Seniors:  Please verify your name for your diploma in the office.

 

ACT:  Saturday, October 25th, back gym.

 

Picture Retakes will be Wednesday, October 29^th at 8:00 a.m.  Please be sure to pick up a picture packet from the office—payment is due when pictures are taken.

 

Attention Seniors!  Josten’s will be here 10/29 at 9:00 a.m.  in the aud to meet w/seniors regarding caps and gowns. 

 

Any Junior/Senior interested in attending Technology Day at the Eastern Wyoming College campus in Torrington on November 6th can go to the EWC website at ewc.wy.edu and register. If you have questions, stop in the guidance office.

 

There will be mandatory Close Up parent meeting in the HS Commons on Tuesday 10/21 at 7:00 PM.

 

STARR Scholarship from Michigan State University:

Only for Wyoming students!!  Full support (tuition, room and board) for undergraduate study, books, personal computer, and other items.  Deadline:  Dec 1, Applications available in guidance.

Representatives from MSU will be in Casper, WY, on Sunday, October 26, from 3:00 - 5:00 P.M. at the Ramada Plaza Riverside Hotel.   Reservations need to be made by October 21.  Contact Ben Brown at 517-355-8332 or visit www.admissions.msu.edu/STARR.asp

 

The Fun Club is calling for a "White Out" at the game vs Buffalo this Friday night at 7:00.  Everyone wear WHITE to the game and show support for your Bearcats!

 

If you signed up to play on a High School Racquetball League, schedules are at the Rec Lobby Desk. 

 

Any senior interested in playing Division 1 or 2 sports at the collegiate level needs to be registered with the NCAA Clearinghouse asap.  See Guidance!!!

 

Gear -Up is meeting this Thursday, October 16th during 7th hour in the upper aud.

 

A UW admissions rep will be here at DHS on Tuesday, November 18th from 9:00 - 1:00 for Early Admission Day. Stop in the Guidance Office and sign up for a 15 minute appointment. The admissions rep. will be in the media center to meet with students. You will need to bring a completed UW application, a transcript, and $40.00 for the application fee. 

 

Thought for the day:  A good listener is not only popular everywhere, but after awhile he knows something.  ---Wilson Mizner

 

Thursday, October 9, 2008

BEARCAT NEWS

10/9/08

WEEK 7 DAY 32

GRADES DUE:        Q1 Grades-10/31/08
                   Q2 Midterms-11/24/08 S1 Grades- 12/19/08
                   Q3 Midterms-2/5/09           Q3 Grades-3/13/09
                   Q4 Midterms-4/24/09          S2 Grades-5/29/09

Student Announcements

Found:  Jump drive—check in office

Seniors:  Please verify your name for your diploma in the office.

Juniors:  There is still room to take the PSAT test on Wednesday, Oct. 15…cost is $13.00, payable to DHS and turned in to the Guidance by the end of this week, preferably…

Juniors and Seniors:  If you would still like to sign up for the ASVAB test on Wednesday, Oct. 15, please do so in Guidance.

ACT:  Saturday, October 25th, back gym.

A tutoring program is starting for all interested DHS students. Starting October 14th there will be a tutor available in the media center on Tuesdays/Thursdays from 6:00 - 7:30 pm and Wednesdays from 3:30 - 5:00 pm.

The next Karma meeting will be Thursday, October 9th, during A lunch in the guidance office.

REMINDER:  BEAT students who plan on volunteering to assist with the Special Olympics activities on Oct. 16 and 17 needs to have their permission slips returned to the Guidance Office ASAP!!!

National Honor Society members please meet Wednesday 10/8 in the upper aud at 11:30.

We will once again offer flu vaccine to Douglas High School Students at ½ price!  The vaccine will be available at the Converse Co. Health Department, 442 Center, by appointment, 358-2536.  Students age 18 or older may attend the Flu Vaccine Clinic for School Staff on Wednesday, October 29th at Douglas Rec. Center from 2-5pm.  The cost of the flu vaccine is $20 and will be split between Converse County School District #1 and you.  If you are interested in having your student vaccinated please call the clinic and set up an appointment.  Students under the age of 18 must have a parent accompany them to their appointment or have the attached waiver signed by a parent/guardian and bring to the appointment with $10.  The deadline to receive your flu shot is December 19^th, 2008.   If you should have any questions please contact the Douglas High School Activities Office, 358-4040.

Any Junior/Senior interested in attending Technology Day at the Eastern Wyoming College campus in Torrington on November 6th can go to the EWC website at ewc.wy.edu and register. If you have questions, stop in the guidance office.

Thought for the day:  and of all glad words of prose or rhyme, the gladdest are,  “act while there yet is time.”  ---Franklin P Adams

*Homecoming 2008*

Thursday, October 9^th –
Volleyball Challenge - 4, 5 & 6 (DHS Rec Center)
Bonfire after Volleyball Games (DHS Parking lot)

Friday, October 10^th – Spirit Day
Royalty Crowning Ceremony @ 9:30 AM (DHS Auditorium)
Pep Assembly @ 10 AM (DHS Auditorium)
Parade @ 1:30 PM (Beginning @ DHS Student Parking Lot)
Football Game @ 7 PM
Dance after the Football Game - Midnight (DHS Back Gym)

Wednesday, October 8, 2008

BEARCAT NEWS

10/8/08

WEEK 7 DAY 31

GRADES DUE:        Q1 Grades-10/31/08
                   Q2 Midterms-11/24/08 S1 Grades- 12/19/08
                   Q3 Midterms-2/5/09           Q3 Grades-3/13/09
                   Q4 Midterms-4/24/09          S2 Grades-5/29/09

Student Announcements

Found:  Jump drive—check in office

Seniors:  Please verify your name for your diploma in the office.

Juniors:  There is still room to take the PSAT test on Wednesday, Oct. 15…cost is $13.00, payable to DHS and turned in to the Guidance by the end of this

             week, preferably…

Juniors and Seniors:  If you would still like to sign up for the ASVAB test on Wednesday, Oct. 15, please do so in Guidance.

ACT:  Saturday, October 25th, back gym.

Any senior thinking of completing graduation requirements by the end of the 1st semester needs to complete a form from the Guidance Office.

The next Karma meeting will be Thursday, October 9th, during A lunch in the guidance office.

REMINDER:  BEAT students who plan on volunteering to assist with the Special Olympics activities on Oct. 16 and 17 needs to have their permission slips returned to the Guidance Office ASAP!!!

SKILLS USA will meet Tuesday, October 7, at 7:00 p.m. in the welding classroom.

National Honor Society members please meet Wednesday 10/8 in the upper aud at 11:30.

We will once again offer flu vaccine to Douglas High School Students at ½ price!  The vaccine will be available at the Converse Co. Health Department, 442 Center, by appointment, 358-2536.  Students age 18 or older may attend the Flu Vaccine Clinic for School Staff on Wednesday, October 29th at Douglas Rec. Center from 2-5pm.  The cost of the flu vaccine is $20 and will be split between Converse County School District #1 and you.  If you are interested in having your student vaccinated please call the clinic and set up an appointment.  Students under the age of 18 must have a parent accompany them to their appointment or have the attached waiver signed by a parent/guardian and bring to the appointment with $10.  The deadline to receive your flu shot is December 19^th, 2008.   If you should have any questions please contact the Douglas High School Activities Office, 358-4040.

Any Junior/Senior interested in attending Technology Day at the Eastern Wyoming College campus in Torrington on November 6th can go to the EWC website at ewc.wy.edu and register. If you have questions, stop in the guidance office.

Thought for the day:  One can never pay in gratitude, one can only pay “in kind” somewhere else in life.  ---Anne Morrow Lindbergh

*Homecoming 2008*

Wednesday, October 8^th –
Movie Night @ 7:30 PM (DHS Back Parking Lot)

Thursday, October 9^th – Twin Day
CCSD #1 Breast Cancer Awareness Day
        - CCSD#1 Staff Wear Pink
Volleyball Challenge - 4, 5 & 6 (DHS Rec Center)
Bonfire after Volleyball Games (DHS Parking lot)

Friday, October 10^th – Spirit Day
Royalty Crowning Ceremony @ 9:30 AM (DHS Auditorium)
Pep Assembly @ 10 AM (DHS Auditorium)
Parade @ 1:30 PM (Beginning @ DHS Student Parking Lot)
Football Game @ 7 PM
Dance after the Football Game - Midnight (DHS Back Gym)

Tuesday, October 7, 2008

BEARCAT NEWS

10/7/08

WEEK 7 DAY 30

GRADES DUE:        Q1 Grades-10/31/08
                   Q2 Midterms-11/24/08 S1 Grades- 12/19/08
                   Q3 Midterms-2/5/09           Q3 Grades-3/13/09
                   Q4 Midterms-4/24/09          S2 Grades-5/29/09

Student Announcements

Found:  Jump drive—check in office

Seniors:  Please verify your name for your diploma in the office.

Upcoming dates of importance:
ASVAB:  Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery-----For Juniors and Seniors who are either interested in joining the military or just want to find out   more about interests, aptitudes, strengths, weaknesses…Wednesday, October 15, 8:10 - 11:00, upper aud, FREE

PSAT:  Practice test for juniors for the SAT----For Juniors who are 4-year college bound…Wednesday, October 15, 8:10 - 11:00, back gym, $13.00 due to Guidance (only 40 tests available) by Monday, October 13.

ACT:  Saturday, October 25th, back gym.

Any senior thinking of completing graduation requirements by the end of the 1st semester needs to complete a form from the Guidance Office.

The next Karma meeting will be Thursday, October 9th, during A lunch in the guidance office.

REMINDER:  BEAT students who plan on volunteering to assist with the Special Olympics activities on Oct. 16 and 17 needs to have their permission slips returned to the Guidance Office ASAP!!!

National Honor Society members please meet Wednesday 10/8 in the upper aud at 11:30.

We will once again offer flu vaccine to Douglas High School Students at ½ price!  The vaccine will be available at the Converse Co. Health Department, 442 Center, by appointment, 358-2536.  Students age 18 or older may attend the Flu Vaccine Clinic for School Staff on Wednesday, October 29th at Douglas Rec. Center from 2-5pm.  The cost of the flu vaccine is $20 and will be split between Converse County School District #1 and you.  If you are interested in having your student vaccinated please call the clinic and set up an appointment.  Students under the age of 18 must have a parent accompany them to their appointment or have the attached waiver signed by a parent/guardian and bring to the appointment with $10.  The deadline to receive your flu shot is December 19^th, 2008.   If you should have any questions please contact the Douglas High School Activities Office, 358-4040.

Any Junior/Senior interested in attending Technology Day at the Eastern Wyoming College campus in Torrington on November 6th can go to the EWC website at ewc.wy.edu and register. If you have questions, stop in the guidance office.

Thought for the day:  Character is a by-product; it is produced in the great manufacture of daily duty.  ---Woodrow Wilson

*Homecoming 2008*

Tuesday, October 7^th –
Scavenger Hunt @ 7 PM (HS Commons)

Wednesday, October 8^th – Era Day
DHS Reading Day @ DPS
Movie Night @ 7:30 PM (DHS Back Parking Lot)

Thursday, October 9^th – Twin Day
CCSD #1 Breast Cancer Awareness Day
        - CCSD#1 Staff Wear Pink
Volleyball Challenge - 4, 5 & 6 (DHS Rec Center)
Bonfire after Volleyball Games (DHS Parking lot)

Friday, October 10^th – Spirit Day
Royalty Crowning Ceremony @ 9:30 AM (DHS Auditorium)
Pep Assembly @ 10 AM (DHS Auditorium)
Parade @ 1:30 PM (Beginning @ DHS Student Parking Lot)
Football Game @ 7 PM
Dance after the Football Game - Midnight (DHS Back Gym)