September 3, 2013

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

DAMONTE RANCH HIGH SCHOOL

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 2013

TODAY IS A “B” DAY

PLEDGE & MOMENT OF SILENCE

C.S. Lewis once said, “In literature, I become a thousand different men but still remain myself.” 

Attention all you literature lovers out there!  Damonte has not had a literary magazine for several years, but this year, it’s being re-invented.  If you would like to help in its construction and showcase the poetry, short stories and other types of writing as well as artwork of Damonte students, please join this literary group on Monday, September 9, at lunch in Ms. Servilican’s room, #214.  Our goal is to publish a literary magazine by the end of the year and to do this we need your help!  If you love organizing and constructing, this group is for you.  All literary fanatics invited!  Again, Monday the 9^th, at lunch in Ms. Servilican’s room, #214!  For more information, drop by and speak with Ms. Servilican in room 214. 

Attention all students who drive to school. If you park on campus you must have a new 2013-14 parking sticker. Any vehicles parked on campus that do not have a current parking permit displayed in the front window of their vehicle will be cited.
Please stop by the bookkeeper to pay the $5 parking fee and bring the receipt to the Corral to get your sticker.

Hey Damonte…Can you create the most amazing and spectacular backpack designs?  Backpack of the Century Design Challenge is offering a contest to see if you have the best ideas.  Here’s your opportunity to be creative and win some money.  Stop by the Career Center for the entry form/rules for the contest.  The deadline to enter is September 29^th.

The Fleet Reserve Association is sponsoring the “National Americanism Essay Contest”.  This year’s theme is “The Bill of Rights and Me”.  Grand prize is $5,000.00!  Stop by the Career Center for contest rules.  All essays are due by December 1^st.

Students! Friends! Amigos!  Come to the meeting of the Hispanic Club. Let's make plans for this year.  This Club is about diversity, friendship and exciting events.  Grab your lunch and join us. The meeting of the Hispanic Club is Thursday, September 5, at lunch, in Room 217.

If you are interested in becoming an official member of the DRHS key club, or in running for an office, please plan on attending our meeting Wed. 9/4.  Our election will be held this day and committees will be organized.

Attention students:  Are you looking for some fun??  Do you want to have a blast doing something you love?? Are you ready to join the newest club on campus?  What is it, you ask? If you really want your mind blown, then come down to the dance studio at lunch this Friday, August 30, to see what Got Moves? is all about and witness a surprise you truly won’t forget.  The dance studio is located in room #136 in the ROTC hallway.  Everyone is welcome!

Fanigame Club will be having its first meeting on Friday, August 30 at lunch in Room 116.  Al Fandoms are welcome: “From Doctor Who” to “Super Natural”, Marvel to Homestuck, and Pokemon to Puella Magi! Every Friday will be a new episodes, discussions, and games! Join the fun!

ATTENTION SENIORS!!

The Damonte Ranch Scholarship Application has been updated and the link is now LIVE.  The deadline this year is Friday, December 6, 2013 @3:00 pm.  It is very important that all three parts of the application be completed in order for you application to be considered.  Please read over all the instructions on how to submit your application.  The application is located on my Weebly website http://drhscareercenter.weebly.com/ under more…scholarships.  It will be the first scholarship opportunity that you see.  If you have any questions or concerns please stop by the Career Center.

1.   Online application

2. Educational Resume

3. 250 Essay.  (Run until 8/30)

The FBLA chapter of DRHS is having their first meeting on Wednesday, September 4^th, in the Career Center.  Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to travel, meet new people, and the chance to win upwards of a thousand dollars.  FBLA is a wonderful community that spans the nation with over 216 thousand members from California to Maine. Be sure to stop by for the meeting to hear all about this highly successful organization.

(Show video)

We hope to see you there and become a part of your Damonte Ranch FBLA chapter.

August 30, 2013

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

DAMONTE RANCH HIGH SCHOOL

FRIDAY, AUGUST 30, 2013

TODAY IS AN “A” DAY

PLEDGE & MOMENT OF SILENCE

THERE WILL BE NO SCHOOL Monday, September 2, 2013, in observance of Labor Day.

Attention all students who drive to school. If you park on campus you must have a new 2013-14 parking sticker. Starting next week all cars not displaying a parking permit in the front window of their vehicle will be cited.  Please stop by the bookkeeper to pay the $5 parking fee and bring the receipt to the Corral to get your sticker.

Hey Damonte…Can you create the most amazing and spectacular backpack designs?  Backpack of the Century Design Challenge is offering a contest to see if you have the best ideas.  Here’s your opportunity to be creative and win some money.  Stop by the Career Center for the entry form/rules for the contest.  The deadline to enter is September 29^th.

The Fleet Reserve Association is sponsoring the “National Americanism Essay Contest”.  This year’s theme is “The Bill of Rights and Me”.  Grand prize is $5,000.00!  Stop by the Career Center for contest rules.  All essays are due by December 1^st.

Students! Friends! Amigos!  Come to the meeting of the Hispanic Club. Let's make plans for this year.  This Club is about diversity, friendship and exciting events.  Grab your lunch and join us. The meeting of the Hispanic Club is Thursday, September 5, at lunch, in Room 217.

If you are interested in becoming an official member of the DRHS key club, or in running for an office, please plan on attending our meeting Wed. 9/4.  Our election will be held this day and committees will be organized.

Attention students:  Are you looking for some fun??  Do you want to have a blast doing something you love?? Are you ready to join the newest club on campus?  What is it, you ask? If you really want your mind blown, then come down to the dance studio at lunch this Friday, August 30, to see what Got Moves? is all about and witness a surprise you truly won’t forget.  The dance studio is located in room #136 in the ROTC hallway.  Everyone is welcome!

Fanigame Club will be having its first meeting on Friday, August 30 at lunch in Room 116.  Al Fandoms are welcome: “From Doctor Who” to “Super Natural”, Marvel to Homestuck, and Pokemon to Puella Magi! Every Friday will be a new episodes, discussions, and games! Join the fun!

ATTENTION SENIORS!!

The Damonte Ranch Scholarship Application has been updated and the link is now LIVE.  The deadline this year is Friday, December 6, 2013 @3:00 pm.  It is very important that all three parts of the application be completed in order for you application to be considered.  Please read over all the instructions on how to submit your application.  The application is located on my Weebly website http://drhscareercenter.weebly.com/ under more…scholarships.  It will be the first scholarship opportunity that you see.  If you have any questions or concerns please stop by the Career Center.

1.   Online application

2. Educational Resume

3. 250 Essay.  (Run until 8/30)

Damonte students, thank you for all those who have signed up for peer tutoring during IC.  We still need a few more math peer tutors during IC, but also during all other periods except for second period.  Also, many families are seeking out students to be individual math tutors after school for a rate of $10 per hour.  If you are interested, please see your math teacher or Mrs. Ault in room 122.  (run through 8/30)

The FBLA chapter of DRHS is having their first meeting on Wednesday, September 4^th, in the Career Center.  Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to travel, meet new people, and the chance to win upwards of a thousand dollars.  FBLA is a wonderful community that spans the nation with over 216 thousand members from California to Maine. Be sure to stop by for the meeting to hear all about this highly successful organization.

(Show video)

We hope to see you there and become a part of your Damonte Ranch FBLA chapter.

August 29, 2013

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

DAMONTE RANCH HIGH SCHOOL

THURSDAY, AUGUST 29, 2013

TODAY IS A “B” DAY

PLEDGE & MOMENT OF SILENCE

THERE WILL BE NO SCHOOL Monday, September 2, 2013, in observance of Labor Day.

If you are interested in becoming an official member of the DRHS key club, or in running for an office, please plan on attending our meeting Wed. 9/4.  Our election will be held this day and committees will be organized.

Attention students:  Are you looking for some fun??  Do you want to have a blast doing something you love?? Are you ready to join the newest club on campus?  What is it, you ask? If you really want your mind blown, then come down to the dance studio at lunch this Friday, August 30, to see what Got Moves? is all about and witness a surprise you truly won’t forget.  The dance studio is located in room #136 in the ROTC hallway.  Everyone is welcome!

Fanigame Club will be having its first meeting on Friday, August 30 at lunch in Room 116.  Al Fandoms are welcome: “From Doctor Who” to “Super Natural”, Marvel to Homestuck, and Pokemon to Puella Magi! Every Friday will be a new episodes, discussions, and games! Join the fun!

Hey Damonte Juniors!   It's that time of year again and that means it's time for a class meeting! All juniors will be meeting in the Theatre during lunch THIS Thursday.  Come join us for an informative meeting with a "Sweet" twist! Hope to see you there!

ATTENTION SENIORS!!

The Damonte Ranch Scholarship Application has been updated and the link is now LIVE.  The deadline this year is Friday, December 6, 2013 @3:00 pm.  It is very important that all three parts of the application be completed in order for you application to be considered.  Please read over all the instructions on how to submit your application.  The application is located on my Weebly website http://drhscareercenter.weebly.com/ under more…scholarships.  It will be the first scholarship opportunity that you see.  If you have any questions or concerns please stop by the Career Center.

1.   Online application

2. Educational Resume

3. 250 Essay.  (Run until 8/30)

Damonte students, thank you for all those who have signed up for peer tutoring during IC.  We still need a few more math peer tutors during IC, but also during all other periods except for second period.  Also, many families are seeking out students to be individual math tutors after school for a rate of $10 per hour.  If you are interested, please see your math teacher or Mrs. Ault in room 122.  (run through 8/30)

The FBLA chapter of DRHS is having their first meeting on Wednesday, September 4^th, in the Career Center.  Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to travel, meet new people, and the chance to win upwards of a thousand dollars.  FBLA is a wonderful community that spans the nation with over 216 thousand members from California to Maine. Be sure to stop by for the meeting to hear all about this highly successful organization.

(Show video)

We hope to see you there and become a part of your Damonte Ranch FBLA chapter.

August 28, 2013

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

DAMONTE RANCH HIGH SCHOOL

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 28, 2013

TODAY IS AN “A” DAY

PLEDGE & MOMENT OF SILENCE

ATTENTION SENIORS!!

The Damonte Ranch Scholarship Application has been updated and the link is now LIVE.  The deadline this year is Friday, December 6, 2013 @3:00 pm.  It is very important that all three parts of the application be completed in order for you application to be considered.  Please read over all the instructions on how to submit your application.  The application is located on my Weebly website http://drhscareercenter.weebly.com/ under more…scholarships.  It will be the first scholarship opportunity that you see.  If you have any questions or concerns please stop by the Career Center.

1.   Online application

2. Educational Resume

3. 250 Essay.  (Run until 8/30)

Attention all freshmen:There will be a freshmen class meeting on Wednesday, August 28, in the theater during lunch. Don't miss out on your first class meeting!
STUDENTS, DON’T FORGET TO REMIND YOUR PARENTS that Open House is this Wednesday, August 28, at 6:30 pm.  Please remember to provide your parents with a copy of your schedule so that they will be able to find your classes.

Damonte students, thank you for all those who have signed up for peer tutoring during IC.  We still need a few more math peer tutors during IC, but also during all other periods except for second period.  Also, many families are seeking out students to be individual math tutors after school for a rate of $10 per hour.  If you are interested, please see your math teacher or Mrs. Ault in room 122.  (run through 8/30)

The FBLA chapter of DRHS is having their first meeting on Wednesday, September 4^th, in the Career Center.  Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to travel, meet new people, and the chance to win upwards of a thousand dollars.  FBLA is a wonderful community that spans the nation with over 216 thousand members from California to Maine. Be sure to stop by for the meeting to hear all about this highly successful organization.

(Show video)

We hope to see you there and become a part of your Damonte Ranch FBLA chapter.

August 27, 2013

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

DAMONTE RANCH HIGH SCHOOL

TUESDAY, AUGUST 27, 2013

TODAY IS A “B” DAY

PLEDGE & MOMENT OF SILENCE

ATTENTION SENIORS!!

The Damonte Ranch Scholarship Application has been updated and the link is now LIVE.  The deadline this year is Friday, December 6, 2013 @3:00 pm.  It is very important that all three parts of the application be completed in order for you application to be considered.  Please read over all the instructions on how to submit your application.  The application is located on my Weebly website http://drhscareercenter.weebly.com/ under more…scholarships.  It will be the first scholarship opportunity that you see.  If you have any questions or concerns please stop by the Career Center.

1.   Online application

2. Educational Resume

3. 250 Essay.  (Run until 8/30)

Do you need a computer for some of your assignments and don’t have one?  Or are the computers at your home tied up with other family members sometimes?  This year we have laptop computers available to students for check-out in our library.  But before you can check one out you must first go through a short training class.  Please sign up in the counseling office if you think you will need a computer to use sometimes. You only need to attend this training once and you will be able to check a laptop when you need one this year.  The first training is Tuesday during IC / FS so sign up today.  Stop by the counseling office.

Don't forget that Drama Club meets on Tuesdays at lunch in the theatre!  Bring your lunch and join us on stage for some fun--and bring a friend!
Attention all freshmen:There will be a freshmen class meeting on Wednesday, August 28, in the theater during lunch. Don't miss out on your first class meeting!
STUDENTS, DON’T FORGET TO REMIND YOUR PARENTS that Open House is this Wednesday, August 28, at 6:30 pm.  Please remember to provide your parents with a copy of your schedule so that they will be able to find your classes.

Join FCA for its first meeting of the year in room 111 during lunch on Tuesday, August 27.  This first meeting is a food party with plenty of food to share, and everyone is welcome to attend!

Damonte students, thank you for all those who have signed up for peer tutoring during IC.  We still need a few more math peer tutors during IC, but also during all other periods except for second period.  Also, many families are seeking out students to be individual math tutors after school for a rate of $10 per hour.  If you are interested, please see your math teacher or Mrs. Ault in room 122.  (run through 8/30)

Hey Ninja Mustangs, the first Asian Club meeting of the year will be Tuesday, August 27 in Room 116 at lunch.  Take advantage of this opportunity to hang out with friends, meet new people, and enjoy delicious food. 

The FBLA chapter of DRHS is having their first meeting on Wednesday, September 4^th, in the Career Center.  Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to travel, meet new people, and the chance to win upwards of a thousand dollars.  FBLA is a wonderful community that spans the nation with over 216 thousand members from California to Maine. Be sure to stop by for the meeting to hear all about this highly successful organization.

(Show video)

We hope to see you there and become a part of your Damonte Ranch FBLA chapter.

August 26, 2013

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

DAMONTE RANCH HIGH SCHOOL

MONDAY, AUGUST 26, 2013

TODAY IS AN “A” DAY

PLEDGE & MOMENT OF SILENCE

STUDENTS, DON’T FORGET TO REMIND YOUR PARENTS that Open House is this Wednesday, August 28, at 6:30 pm.  Please remember to provide your parents with a copy of your schedule, so that they will be able to find your classes.

Thank you to all who attended the Audition Seminars over the last two weeks, preparing for the Dark of the Moon auditions today after school!  Didn't attend--no problem!  Just show up!  Information is on the bulletin board outside the theatre door.  This has potentially a very large cast, so come one, come all!  Please make sure you've picked up an Audition Form from the bulletin board and arrive with it completed!

Join FCA for its first meeting of the year in room 111 during lunch on Tuesday, August 27.  This first meeting is a food party with plenty of food to share, and everyone is welcome to attend!

Damonte students, thank you for all those who have signed up for peer tutoring during IC.  We still need a few more math peer tutors during IC, but also during all other periods except for second period.  Also, many families are seeking out students to be individual math tutors after school for a rate of $10 per hour.  If you are interested, please see your math teacher or Mrs. Ault in room 122.  (run through 8/30)

So, do you like “Pitch Perfect” and “The Sing Off”?  Then you will want to join Damonte’s a capella vocal group!  Auditions will be held Monday at lunch and during IC for Damonte Ranch’s first Contemporary A capella group.  The group will be made up of ANY singer at Damonte (you don’t need to be in a choir to audition).  The audition will consist of sight reading and rhythm reading and vocalizing.  Ms. Tibben is looking for 6 singers, any voice part, to make up this group.  See her in room 143 for an appointment or IC pass. 

Hey Ninja Mustangs, the first Asian Club meeting of the year will be Tuesday, August 27 in Room 116 at lunch.  Take advantage of this opportunity to hang out with friends, meet new people, and enjoy delicious food. 

The FBLA chapter of DRHS is having their first meeting on Wednesday, September 4^th, in the Career Center.  Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to travel, meet new people, and the chance to win upwards of a thousand dollars.  FBLA is a wonderful community that spans the nation with over 216 thousand members from California to Maine. Be sure to stop by for the meeting to hear all about this highly successful organization.

(Show video)

We hope to see you there and become a part of your Damonte Ranch FBLA chapter.

August 23, 2013

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

DAMONTE RANCH HIGH SCHOOL

FRIDAY, AUGUST 23, 2013

TODAY IS A “B” DAY

PLEDGE & MOMENT OF SILENCE

Auditions for Dark of the Moon are Monday!  Please check the bulletin board outside the theatre for details on the times:  Singers & Musicians please arrive at 2:40, Actors reading for roles please arrive at 3:00, and Dancers please audition at 4:15.  Auditions are open to the entire school!  Come experience a Halloween you'll never forget!

So, do you like “Pitch Perfect” and “The Sing Off”?  Then you will want to join Damonte’s a capella vocal group!  Auditions will be held Monday at lunch and during IC for Damonte Ranch’s first Contemporary A capella group.  The group will be made up of ANY singer at Damonte (you don’t need to be in a choir to audition).  The audition will consist of sight reading and rhythm reading and vocalizing.  Ms. Tibben is looking for 6 singers, any voice part, to make up this group.  See her in room 143 for an appointment or IC pass. 

Hey Ninja Mustangs, the first Asian Club meeting of the year will be Tuesday, August 27 in Room 116 at lunch.  Take advantage of this opportunity to hang out with friends, meet new people, and enjoy delicious food. 

The first meeting of the International Club will be Friday at lunch, room 232.   Want to learn about other countries?  Then come one, come all, and we’ll see you there!  We plan to elect officers so be thinking about how you can help.

Volleyball will be having a car wash this Saturday at the 7-11 on S. Virginia and Arrowcreek Parkway from 10 am – 2pm.  Tickets are just $5.00 and can be purchased from your favorite volleyball player!!

The FBLA chapter of DRHS is having their first meeting on Wednesday, September 4^th, in the Career Center.  Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to travel, meet new people, and the chance to win upwards of a thousand dollars.  FBLA is a wonderful community that spans the nation with over 216 thousand members from California to Maine. Be sure to stop by for the meeting to hear all about this highly successful organization.

(Show video)

We hope to see you there and become a part of your Damonte Ranch FBLA chapter.

Math peer tutors are needed during IC to help students with Algebra 1, Geometry, and Algebra 2 topics.  If you are interested, please see Mrs. Ault in room 122.” (run through 8/23)

August 22, 2013

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

DAMONTE RANCH HIGH SCHOOL

THURSDAY, AUGUST 22, 2013

TODAY IS AN “A” DAY

PLEDGE & MOMENT OF SILENCE

So, do you like “Pitch Perfect” and “The Sing Off”?  Then you will want to join Damonte’s a capella vocal group!  Auditions will be held Thursday and Monday at lunch and during IC for Damonte Ranch’s first Contemporary A capella group.  The group will be made up of ANY singer at Damonte (you don’t need to be in a choir to audition).  The audition will consist of sight reading and rhythm reading and vocalizing.  Ms. Tibben is looking for 6 singers, any voice part, to make up this group.  See her in room 143 for an appointment or IC pass. 

Hey Ninja Mustangs, the first Asian Club meeting of the year will be Tuesday, August 27 in Room 116 at lunch.  Take advantage of this opportunity to hang out with friends, meet new people, and enjoy delicious food. 

The first meeting of the International Club will be Friday at lunch, room 232.   Want to learn about other countries?  Then come one, come all, and we’ll see you there!  We plan to elect officers so be thinking about how you can help.

Volleyball will be having a car wash this Saturday at the 7-11 on S. Virginia and Arrowcreek Parkway from 10 am – 2pm.  Tickets are just $5.00 and can be purchased from your favorite volleyball player!!

Hey Seniors!  BRING YOUR Blankies!

Senior Sunrise is this Friday the 23 at 5:30 am! There will be a great breakfast served, and great games, like the famous Donut eating contest. We will also be burying a time capsule, so bring something meaningful you can bury, we will also write a memory note to be put in the capsule. .  Don’t miss out on one of your first and last senior events!

Attention National Honor Society Members, you have a mandatory meeting on August 22th, during lunch time in room 230 (Ms. DPR). This is your first meeting and you need to be present because we are going to talk about the requirements (duties and responsibilities), fundraisers and activities for this semester. We hope to see you there.

The FBLA chapter of DRHS is having their first meeting on Wednesday, September 4^th, in the Career Center.  Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to travel, meet new people, and the chance to win upwards of a thousand dollars.  FBLA is a wonderful community that spans the nation with over 216 thousand members from California to Maine. Be sure to stop by for the meeting to hear all about this highly successful organization.

(Show video)

We hope to see you there and become a part of your Damonte Ranch FBLA chapter.

Math peer tutors are needed during IC to help students with Algebra 1, Geometry, and Algebra 2 topics.  If you are interested, please see Mrs. Ault in room 122.” (run through 8/23)

August 21, 2013

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

DAMONTE RANCH HIGH SCHOOL

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 21, 2013

TODAY IS A “B” DAY

PLEDGE & MOMENT OF SILENCE

Attention National Honor Society Members, you have a mandatory meeting on August 22th, during lunch time in room 230 (Ms. DPR). This is your first meeting and you need to be present because we are going to talk about the requirements (duties and responsibilities), fundraisers and activities for this semester. We hope to see you there.

The FBLA chapter of DRHS is having their first meeting on Wednesday, September 4^th, in the Career Center.  Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to travel, meet new people, and the chance to win upwards of a thousand dollars.  FBLA is a wonderful community that spans the nation with over 216 thousand members from California to Maine. Be sure to stop by for the meeting to hear all about this highly successful organization.

(Show video)

We hope to see you there and become a part of your Damonte Ranch FBLA chapter.

Is “change” nothing more than a six letter word to you?  Can you be satisfied knowing that you did nothing to help the suffering of others?  Do you have ideas for making things better in Reno, in Nevada, in America, in the world? If you are interested in changing the world, join Walden’s Pond, a society of thinkers who believe that change is possible through the power of the pen, or the computer. Members of Walden’s Pond believe that change is possible through the magic of our words.  If you would like to be a positive force for change in the world today, come to Room 108 during lunch this Wednesday, August 21, 2013.

Key Club is back! (Well, as soon as YOU SHOW UP it is.) Key club is a volunteer organization where you can help your community and environment. Meetings will be held in Mrs. Bright’s room, 218, every Wednesday at lunch. Show up to learn more!

P.S. It looks great on your college applications!

Math peer tutors are needed during IC to help students with Algebra 1, Geometry, and Algebra 2 topics.  If you are interested, please see Mrs. Ault in room 122.” (run through 8/23)

August 19, 2013

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

DAMONTE RANCH HIGH SCHOOL

MONDAY, AUGUST 19, 2013

TODAY IS A “B” DAY

PLEDGE & MOMENT OF SILENCE

Key Club is back! (Well, as soon as YOU SHOW UP it is.) Key club is a volunteer organization where you can help your community and environment. Meetings will be held in Mrs. Bright’s room, 218, every Wednesday at lunch. Show up to learn more!

P.S. It looks great on your college applications!

ATTENTION ALL FRESHMEN!  Damonte Ranch High School wants YOU to run for class officer! If you are interested in running to be Freshmen Class President, Vice President, Secretary, or Treasurer come down to Room 101 during freshmen seminar on Monday, August 19 to pick up an election packet. Go Mustangs!

Math peer tutors are needed during IC to help students with Algebra 1, Geometry, and Algebra 2 topics.  If you are interested, please see Mrs. Ault in room 122.” (run through 8/23)