March 12, 2014

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

DAMONTE RANCH HIGH SCHOOL

WEDNEDAY, MARCH 12, 2014

PLEDGE & MOMENT OF SILENCE

Today is aN “A” DaY

Do you want to experience the thrill of arguing in the Nevada Supreme Court?  Now is your chance.  Join the Nevada Law Day's Damonte Ranch Team.  We will meet this Thursday (on Thursday say "today") immediately after school in room 108.  This is great experience for anybody contemplating a career in law or politics.

Burrr it’s cold out there Damonte!  Warm up at the Fire and Ice prom Saturday March 15th.  Tickets will be on sale all week, during lunch, and IC.  Presold couples tickets are $80 and will only be on sale until Wednesday, the 12^th.  Presold single tickets are $45!  One additional bonus for buying your tickets in advance is that you can enter the pre-function areas half an hour early!  That’s right!  Beat the lines for prom pictures and coat check so that you’re ready when the ballroom doors open at 8.  Tickets will still be available at the door for $50.  And if you’re bring a guest or an underclassmen…guest pass applications are due by March 12^th to the Corral.  See you at the Joe Damonte.  It’s a going to be a hot one!

Amigos!  5 de Mayo is coming!!!  Hispanic Club is preparing exciting activities for the whole school.  As part of the traditional lunch celebration, the club is going to host the World Cultures’ Event.  If you would like to participate, contact Mrs.Long (Room 217) or Mrs. Gutierrez (Room 202).  You can get a table and represent the country of your choice.  Artifacts, pictures, food (you can offer samples or sell food) are just a few of the possibilities.  All the DRHS clubs are welcome to join us!  Let’s have fun at 5 de Mayo!  (run through 3/14)

In recent weeks, several computers in the library have been vandalized, costing our school several hundred dollars in replacement and repair costs.  A reward is being offered for credible information about this damage.  Please call Secret Witness at (775)329-6666 or www.secretwitness.com.  Additional information may be reported to Ms. Kelley in the Corral.

Jostens will be here Wednesday, March 19^th, during lunch delivering graduation announcements and other graduation items.  If you have not ordered your cap and gown, announcements or class ring, stop by and see Jostens.

Attention dance choreographers:  The PAC Dance Spring Show is coming.  Students wanting to choreograph for the Spring Show are invited to come audition on Wednesday, March 12 from 2:30-4 pm, in the dance studio.  If you have any questions, please talk to Ms. Bauman, anytime.

Are you planning to bring a guest from another school to Prom?  Applications for Guest Passes are available in the Corral and need to be turned in no later than the end of the day on Wednesday, March 12^th.  Juniors and Seniors that would like to attend Prom with a Sophomore or Freshman will also need to fill out an application.

Attention Students!  Not only is Hoof Notes, our literary magazine, still seeking submissions, there are now cash prizes for the winners in each category!  For the first place winners, gift cards for $100.00, second place winners gift cards for $50.00, and third place winners gift cards for $25.00.  We need your writing and art work.  So far, we only have one piece of art work submitted and we know there are many more artists out there.  Submit now!  The deadline for the final submission is the end of March!  Drop off your work in the envelopes in English classrooms, in the library or in Ms. Servilican’s room, #214. 

Nutrition Services is conducting a web-based survey for all Middle School and High School students and it has been extended until March 14. The results will be used to better understand student needs and incorporate the results into our cafeteria offerings.  You will be asked to complete this survey in the Career Center during your up-coming Course Registration.  Bring your survey receipt to the cafeteria and you will receive a free Nutri-Grain Bar for participating in the survey.  One randomly chosen participant will receive a 7” Kindle Fire HDX.  The direct link to the survey is:  www.studentvp.com/washoe.

Yearbooks are selling fast, so don't wait until the last minute.  We've ordered the printing of only so many yearbooks, and once they're sold, there will be no more.  Buy your yearbook now and avoid the disappointment at the end of the year.  And buying now will save you $5 off the regular price.

Attention Seniors:  Finally received the WIN scholarship application…This is a very quick turnaround time!! Must have 2.5 academic GPA and have demonstrated community service and leadership skills.  Deadline is March 21^st to me in the Career Center.

Please stop by the Career Center to pick up an application!

U.S. Scholarship Program is now available for students to apply. 

Deadline is May 29, 2014.  Apply online at www.usbank.com/scholarship.

Attention Seniors-The Rotary Club will award a $500 scholarship to a graduating senior.  This scholarship is only opened to Damonte and Manogue students.  There is an additional opportunity to go on and compete for a $2,500.  Please stop the Career Center to pick up the application.  It is due by March 25^th.

ATTENTION SENIORS:  Did you attend Pleasant Valley Elementary school?  The Career Center now has the application for the Pleasant Valley Elementary school scholarship.  Deadline is March 24^th.  Also, if your parent(s) are teachers for the WCSD and belong to Washoe Educators Association (WEA) there are two scholarships opportunities for you.  There is also the Michael Landsberry Scholarship for any student who attended Sparks Middle School.  Another scholarship is available for seniors of Hispanic descent who are interested in pursuing a career in education.  Please stop in the Career Center and see Mrs. Aikin.

Attention any seniors who attended Marvin Moss Elementary School…the Moss PTA is offering four $500 scholarships.  Please stop by the Career Center for the application.  Deadline is March 28^th.

A Driver Education class will be offered at Damonte Ranch High School during spring break. This 30-hour class fulfills the classroom requirement for a driver's license in Nevada if you are under 18. The cost is $94. Classes will be Monday-Thursday, April 7-10, from 8 am to 3:30 pm.  Please call 829-9010 to register.

March 11, 2014

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

DAMONTE RANCH HIGH SCHOOL

TUESDAY, MARCH 11, 2014

PLEDGE & MOMENT OF SILENCE

Today is a “b” DaY

Do you like the “Sing Off”?  “Pitch Perfect”?  “Glee”?  Come hear what the Damonte Ranch choirs are up to at our zone concert, Tuesday, March 11, at 7 pm in the gym.  We’re featuring our festival pieces, and a collaboration with the PAC Dance area!  It’s free, so come hear the choirs, Tuesday at 7 pm.

In recent weeks, several computers in the library have been vandalized, costing our school several hundred dollars in replacement and repair costs.  A reward is being offered for credible information about this damage.  Please call Secret Witness at (775)329-6666 or www.secretwitness.com.  Additional information may be reported to Ms. Kelley in the Corral.

Jostens will be here Wednesday, March 19^th, during lunch delivering graduation announcements and other graduation items.  If you have not ordered your cap and gown, announcements or class ring, stop by and see Jostens.

Attention dance choreographers:  The PAC Dance Spring Show is coming.  Students wanting to choreograph for the Spring Show are invited to come audition on Wednesday, March 12 from 2:30-4 pm, in the dance studio.  If you have any questions, please talk to Ms. Bauman, anytime.

Are you planning to bring a guest from another school to Prom?  Applications for Guest Passes are available in the Corral and need to be turned in no later than the end of the day on Wednesday, March 12^th.  Juniors and Seniors that would like to attend Prom with a Sophomore or Freshman will also need to fill out an application.

Attention Students!  Not only is Hoof Notes, our literary magazine, still seeking submissions, there are now cash prizes for the winners in each category!  For the first place winners, gift cards for $100.00, second place winners gift cards for $50.00, and third place winners gift cards for $25.00.  We need your writing and art work.  So far, we only have one piece of art work submitted and we know there are many more artists out there.  Submit now!  The deadline for the final submission is the end of March!  Drop off your work in the envelopes in English classrooms, in the library or in Ms. Servilican’s room, #214. 

Nutrition Services is conducting a web-based survey for all Middle School and High School students and it has been extended until March 14. The results will be used to better understand student needs and incorporate the results into our cafeteria offerings.  You will be asked to complete this survey in the Career Center during your up-coming Course Registration.  Bring your survey receipt to the cafeteria and you will receive a free Nutri-Grain Bar for participating in the survey.  One randomly chosen participant will receive a 7” Kindle Fire HDX.  The direct link to the survey is:  www.studentvp.com/washoe.

Yearbooks are selling fast, so don't wait until the last minute.  We've ordered the printing of only so many yearbooks, and once they're sold, there will be no more.  Buy your yearbook now and avoid the disappointment at the end of the year.  And buying now will save you $5 off the regular price.

Attention Seniors:  Finally received the WIN scholarship application…This is a very quick turnaround time!! Must have 2.5 academic GPA and have demonstrated community service and leadership skills.  Deadline is March 21^st to me in the Career Center.

Please stop by the Career Center to pick up an application!

U.S. Scholarship Program is now available for students to apply. 

Deadline is May 29, 2014.  Apply online at www.usbank.com/scholarship.

Attention Seniors-The Rotary Club will award a $500 scholarship to a graduating senior.  This scholarship is only opened to Damonte and Manogue students.  There is an additional opportunity to go on and compete for a $2,500.  Please stop the Career Center to pick up the application.  It is due by March 25^th.

ATTENTION SENIORS:  Did you attend Pleasant Valley Elementary school?  The Career Center now has the application for the Pleasant Valley Elementary school scholarship.  Deadline is March 24^th.  Also, if your parent(s) are teachers for the WCSD and belong to Washoe Educators Association (WEA) there are two scholarships opportunities for you.  There is also the Michael Landsberry Scholarship for any student who attended Sparks Middle School.  Another scholarship is available for seniors of Hispanic descent who are interested in pursuing a career in education.  Please stop in the Career Center and see Mrs. Aikin.

Attention any seniors who attended Marvin Moss Elementary School…the Moss PTA is offering four $500 scholarships.  Please stop by the Career Center for the application.  Deadline is March 28^th.

A Driver Education class will be offered at Damonte Ranch High School during spring break. This 30-hour class fulfills the classroom requirement for a driver's license in Nevada if you are under 18. The cost is $94. Classes will be Monday-Thursday, April 7-10, from 8 am to 3:30 pm.  Please call 829-9010 to register.

March 10, 2014

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

DAMONTE RANCH HIGH SCHOOL

MONDAY, MARCH 10, 2014

PLEDGE & MOMENT OF SILENCE

Today is aN “a” DaY

Attention all 10^th grade students!  Tomorrow the nurses will be here to screen your vision and hearing.  If you wear glasses or contacts, please remember to wear them tomorrow for the screening.  It won’t take long.  Don’t forget your glasses if you have them!

Do you like the “Sing Off”?  “Pitch Perfect”?  “Glee”?  Come hear what the Damonte Ranch choirs are up to at our zone concert, Tuesday, March 11, at 7 pm in the gym.  We’re featuring our festival pieces, and a collaboration with the PAC Dance area!  It’s free, so come hear the choirs, Tuesday at 7 pm.

In recent weeks, several computers in the library have been vandalized, costing our school several hundred dollars in replacement and repair costs.  A reward is being offered for credible information about this damage.  Please call Secret Witness at (775)329-6666 or www.secretwitness.com.  Additional information may be reported to Ms. Kelley in the Corral.

Jostens will be here Wednesday, March 19^th, during lunch delivering graduation announcements and other graduation items.  If you have not ordered your cap and gown, announcements or class ring, stop by and see Jostens.

Attention dance choreographers:  The PAC Dance Spring Show is coming.  Students wanting to choreograph for the Spring Show are invited to come audition on Wednesday, March 12 from 2:30-4 pm, in the dance studio.  If you have any questions, please talk to Ms. Bauman, anytime.

Are you planning to bring a guest from another school to Prom?  Applications for Guest Passes are available in the Corral and need to be turned in no later than the end of the day on Wednesday, March 12^th.  Juniors and Seniors that would like to attend Prom with a Sophomore or Freshman will also need to fill out an application.

Attention Students!  Not only is Hoof Notes, our literary magazine, still seeking submissions, there are now cash prizes for the winners in each category!  For the first place winners, gift cards for $100.00, second place winners gift cards for $50.00, and third place winners gift cards for $25.00.  We need your writing and art work.  So far, we only have one piece of art work submitted and we know there are many more artists out there.  Submit now!  The deadline for the final submission is the end of March!  Drop off your work in the envelopes in English classrooms, in the library or in Ms. Servilican’s room, #214. 

Nutrition Services is conducting a web-based survey for all Middle School and High School students and it has been extended until March 14. The results will be used to better understand student needs and incorporate the results into our cafeteria offerings.  You will be asked to complete this survey in the Career Center during your up-coming Course Registration.  Bring your survey receipt to the cafeteria and you will receive a free Nutri-Grain Bar for participating in the survey.  One randomly chosen participant will receive a 7” Kindle Fire HDX.  The direct link to the survey is:  www.studentvp.com/washoe.

Yearbooks are selling fast, so don't wait until the last minute.  We've ordered the printing of only so many yearbooks, and once they're sold, there will be no more.  Buy your yearbook now and avoid the disappointment at the end of the year.  And buying now will save you $5 off the regular price.

Attention Seniors:  Finally received the WIN scholarship application…This is a very quick turnaround time!! Must have 2.5 academic GPA and have demonstrated community service and leadership skills.  Deadline is March 21^st to me in the Career Center.

Please stop by the Career Center to pick up an application!

U.S. Scholarship Program is now available for students to apply. 

Deadline is May 29, 2014.  Apply online at www.usbank.com/scholarship.

Attention Seniors-The Rotary Club will award a $500 scholarship to a graduating senior.  This scholarship is only opened to Damonte and Manogue students.  There is an additional opportunity to go on and compete for a $2,500.  Please stop the Career Center to pick up the application.  It is due by March 25^th.

ATTENTION SENIORS:  Did you attend Pleasant Valley Elementary school?  The Career Center now has the application for the Pleasant Valley Elementary school scholarship.  Deadline is March 24^th.  Also, if your parent(s) are teachers for the WCSD and belong to Washoe Educators Association (WEA) there are two scholarships opportunities for you.  There is also the Michael Landsberry Scholarship for any student who attended Sparks Middle School.  Another scholarship is available for seniors of Hispanic descent who are interested in pursuing a career in education.  Please stop in the Career Center and see Mrs. Aikin.

Attention any seniors who attended Marvin Moss Elementary School…the Moss PTA is offering four $500 scholarships.  Please stop by the Career Center for the application.  Deadline is March 28^th.

A Driver Education class will be offered at Damonte Ranch High School during spring break. This 30-hour class fulfills the classroom requirement for a driver's license in Nevada if you are under 18. The cost is $94. Classes will be Monday-Thursday, April 7-10, from 8 am to 3:30 pm.  Please call 829-9010 to register.

March 7, 2014

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

DAMONTE RANCH HIGH SCHOOL

FRIDAY, MARCH 7, 2014

PLEDGE & MOMENT OF SILENCE

Today is a “B” DaY

Are you planning to bring a guest from another school to Prom?  Applications for Guest Passes are available in the Corral and need to be turned in no later than the end of the day on Wednesday, March 12^th.  Juniors and Seniors that would like to attend Prom with a Sophomore or Freshman will also need to fill out an application.

Attention Students!  Not only is Hoof Notes, our literary magazine, still seeking submissions, there are now cash prizes for the winners in each category!  For the first place winners, gift cards for $100.00, second place winners gift cards for $50.00, and third place winners gift cards for $25.00.  We need your writing and art work.  So far, we only have one piece of art work submitted and we know there are many more artists out there.  Submit now!  The deadline for the final submission is the end of March!  Drop off your work in the envelopes in English classrooms, in the library or in Ms. Servilican’s room, #214. 

The International Club will be learning about Russia from our very own Ms. Tatiana Long!  Friday, the 7^th, at lunchtime.  See you in room 232!

Nutrition Services is conducting a web-based survey for all Middle School and High School students and it has been extended until March 14. The results will be used to better understand student needs and incorporate the results into our cafeteria offerings.  You will be asked to complete this survey in the Career Center during your up-coming Course Registration.  Bring your survey receipt to the cafeteria and you will receive a free Nutri-Grain Bar for participating in the survey.  One randomly chosen participant will receive a 7” Kindle Fire HDX.  The direct link to the survey is:  www.studentvp.com/washoe.

Yearbooks are selling fast, so don't wait until the last minute.  We've ordered the printing of only so many yearbooks, and once they're sold, there will be no more.  Buy your yearbook now and avoid the disappointment at the end of the year.  And buying now will save you $5 off the regular price.

Attention Seniors-The Rotary Club will award a $500 scholarship to a graduating senior.  This scholarship is only opened to Damonte and Manogue students. There is an additional opportunity to go on and compete for a $2,500.  Please stop the Career Center to pick up the application.

ATTENTION SENIORS:  Did you attend Pleasant Valley Elementary school?  The Career Center now has the application for the Pleasant Valley Elementary school scholarship.  Deadline is March 24^th.  Also, if your parent(s) are teachers for the WCSD and belong to Washoe Educators Association (WEA) there are two scholarships opportunities for you.  There is also the Michael Landsberry Scholarship for any student who attended Sparks Middle School.  Another scholarship is available for seniors of Hispanic descent who are interested in pursuing a career in education.  Please stop in the Career Center and see Mrs. Aikin.

To apply for a Tony Armstrong Memorial Scholarship you must have a GPA of 2.5.  Please stop by the Career Center to pick up your application.  Deadline is March 7^th.

Attention any seniors who attended Marvin Moss Elementary School…the Moss PTA is offering four $500 scholarships.  Please stop by the Career Center for the application.  Deadline is March 28^th.

A Driver Education class will be offered at Damonte Ranch High School during spring break. This 30-hour class fulfills the classroom requirement for a driver's license in Nevada if you are under 18. The cost is $94. Classes will be Monday-Thursday, April 7-10, from 8 am to 3:30 pm.  Please call 829-9010 to register.

March 5, 2014

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

DAMONTE RANCH HIGH SCHOOL

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 5, 2014

PLEDGE & MOMENT OF SILENCE

Today is a “B” DaY

Attention Students!  Not only is Hoof Notes, our literary magazine, still seeking submissions, there are now cash prizes for the winners in each category!  For the first place winners, gift cards for $100.00, second place winners gift cards for $50.00, and third place winners gift cards for $25.00.  We need your writing and art work.  So far, we only have one piece of art work submitted and we know there are many more artists out there.  Submit now!  The deadline for the final submission is the end of March!  Drop off your work in the envelopes in English classrooms, in the library or in Ms. Servilican’s room, #214. 

The International Club will be learning about Russia from our very own Ms. Tatiana Long!  Friday, the 7^th, at lunchtime.  See you in room 232!

Congratulations to Isabella Dominguez for placing 2^nd in Novice Expos at the Elko Speech and Debate Tournament this past weekend…and thank to all the DRHS competitors who went as well; Sara Sime, Regina Olivares, Farrah Saad, Ashlyn Tanghal and Brett Hertzler excellent job! We are very proud of each of you.

Attention seniors who have applied and been accepted to TMCC.  The Career Center will have two accuplacer placement tests for TMCC.  The first is Wednesday March 5^th @1:40 pm. The second is Friday, March 14^th @2:45.  Please make sure to stop by the Career Center to sign up and save your seat.

The JV and Varsity dance teams will travel to Knotts Berry Farm in Southern California for a dance competition.  Please wish these awesome young ladies good luck!!  Love coach Bauman and coach Arthur.

The Student Store is open daily during lunch and is now open after school every day except for Wednesdays.

Nutrition Services is conducting a web-based survey for all Middle School and High School students through March 7. The results will be used to better understand student needs and incorporate the results into our cafeteria offerings.  You will be asked to complete this survey in the Career Center during your up-coming Course Registration.  Bring your survey receipt to the cafeteria and you will receive a free Nutri-Grain Bar for participating in the survey.  One randomly chosen participant will receive a 7” Kindle Fire HDX.  The direct link to the survey is:  www.studentvp.com/washoe.

Yearbooks are selling fast, so don't wait until the last minute.  We've ordered the printing of only so many yearbooks, and once they're sold, there will be no more.  Buy your yearbook now and avoid the disappointment at the end of the year.  And buying now will save you $5 off the regular price.

Attention Seniors-The Rotary Club will award a $500 scholarship to a graduating senior.  This scholarship is only opened to Damonte and Manogue students. There is an additional opportunity to go on and compete for a $2,500.  Please stop the Career Center to pick up the application.

ATTENTION SENIORS:  Did you attend Pleasant Valley Elementary school?  The Career Center now has the application for the Pleasant Valley Elementary school scholarship.  Deadline is March 24^th.  Also, if your parent(s) are teachers for the WCSD and belong to Washoe Educators Association (WEA) there are two scholarships opportunities for you.  There is also the Michael Landsberry Scholarship for any student who attended Sparks Middle School.  Another scholarship is available for seniors of Hispanic descent who are interested in pursuing a career in education.  Please stop in the Career Center and see Mrs. Aikin.

To apply for a Tony Armstrong Memorial Scholarship you must have a GPA of 2.5.  Please stop by the Career Center to pick up your application.  Deadline is March 7^th.

Attention any seniors who attended Marvin Moss Elementary School…the Moss PTA is offering four $500 scholarships.  Please stop by the Career Center for the application.  Deadline is March 28^th.

A Driver Education class will be offered at Damonte Ranch High School during spring break. This 30-hour class fulfills the classroom requirement for a driver's license in Nevada if you are under 18. The cost is $94. Classes will be Monday-Thursday, April 7-10, from 8 am to 3:30 pm.  Please call 829-9010 to register.

February 28, 2014

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

DAMONTE RANCH HIGH SCHOOL

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2014

PLEDGE & MOMENT OF SILENCE

Today is an “A” DaY

Next week there is HSPE testing on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, March 3^rd-6^th, for 10th graders and any Junior or Senior who hasn't passed these proficiencies.  That means 8 am Monday, Tuesday and Thursday for testers and a delayed start Monday, Tuesday and Thursday for everyone else.  Class begins at 11:15 because of testing on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday.  Wednesday, March 5^th, is the writing proficiency for any junior or senior who hasn't already passed.  Looks like its testing week!  Eat a good breakfast and come prepared to succeed!

Attention seniors who have applied and been accepted to TMCC.  The Career Center will have two accuplacer placement tests for TMCC.  The first is Wednesday March 5^th @1:40 pm. The second is Friday March 14^th @2:45.  Please make sure to stop by the Career Center to sign up and save your seat.

The Student Store is open daily during lunch and is now open after school every day except for Wednesdays.

Join us this fiiiiiine evening to see Mr. Mustang at 8 p.m. in the theater.  Buy your tickets now! They're selling out fast!  Tickets are $9 right now in the counselor’s hallway at lunch or $12 at the door! Don't forget there will be a bake sale, and a photo booth! Bring some money and a friend!
 

Do you like Starbucks?  Well, you are in luck because Damonte Ranch BSU will be raffling off two $25 Starbucks gift cards and a Starbucks gift bag.  Tickets are $1 each and will be sold during lunch.

Nutrition Services is conducting a web-based survey for all Middle School and High School students through March 7. The results will be used to better understand student needs and incorporate the results into our cafeteria offerings.  You will be asked to complete this survey in the Career Center during your up-coming Course Registration.  Bring your survey receipt to the cafeteria and you will receive a free Nutri-Grain Bar for participating in the survey.  One randomly chosen participant will receive a 7” Kindle Fire HDX.  The direct link to the survey is:  www.studentvp.com/washoe.

Yearbooks are selling fast, so don't wait until the last minute.  We've ordered the printing of only so many yearbooks, and once they're sold, there will be no more.  Buy your yearbook now and avoid the disappointment at the end of the year.  And buying now will save you $5 off the regular price.

The Literary Club is looking for writers!  We still need many poems, short stories, art work, photography, personal narratives and more.  Get a submission form from your English class, fill it out and drop it in the envelope, we’ll do the rest.  The end of March is the last month to submit any pieces of writing, so do it now. 

Attention Seniors-The Rotary Club will award a $500 scholarship to a graduating senior.  This scholarship is only opened to Damonte and Manogue students. There is an additional opportunity to go on and compete for a $2,500.  Please stop the Career Center to pick up the application.

ATTENTION SENIORS:  Did you attend Pleasant Valley Elementary school?  The Career Center now has the application for the Pleasant Valley Elementary school scholarship.  Deadline is March 24^th.  Also, if your parent(s) are teachers for the WCSD and belong to Washoe Educators Association (WEA) there are two scholarships opportunities for you.  There is also the Michael Landsberry Scholarship for any student who attended Sparks Middle School.  Another scholarship is available for seniors of Hispanic descent who are interested in pursuing a career in education.  Please stop in the Career Center and see Mrs. Aikin.

To apply for a Tony Armstrong Memorial Scholarship you must have a GPA of 2.5.  Please stop by the Career Center to pick up your application.  Deadline is March 7^th.

Attention any seniors who attended Marvin Moss Elementary School…the Moss PTA is offering four $500 scholarships.  Please stop by the Career Center for the application.  Deadline is March 28^th.

A Driver Education class will be offered at Damonte Ranch High School during spring break. This 30-hour class fulfills the classroom requirement for a driver's license in Nevada if you are under 18. The cost is $94. Classes will be Monday-Thursday, April 7-10, from 8 am to 3:30 pm.  Please call 829-9010 to register.

February 27, 2014

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

DAMONTE RANCH HIGH SCHOOL

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2014

PLEDGE & MOMENT OF SILENCE

Today is a “b” DaY

Next week there is HSPE testing on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, March 3^rd-6^th, for 10th graders and any Junior or Senior who hasn't passed these proficiencies.  That means 8 am Monday, Tuesday and Thursday for testers and a delayed start Monday, Tuesday and Thursday for everyone else.  Class begins at 11:15 because of testing on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday.  Wednesday, March 5^th, is the writing proficiency for any junior or senior who hasn't already passed.  Looks like its testing week!  Eat a good breakfast and come prepared to succeed!

The Student Store is open daily during lunch and is now open after school every day except for Wednesdays.

Hear ye, Hear ye, you have been invited to Mr. Mustang Prince Charming Beauty Pageant!  Tomorrow at 8 p.m.  The Royal Mustangs will be putting on a royal show, with a bake sale and a photo booth!!  Tickets will be on sale in the counselor’s hallway today and tomorrow for $9.  Don't wait to get your ticket! The prices will go up to $12 at the door!!

Is law in your future?  If the law and civil rights appeals to you, and if you’d like a shot being part of a team that will argue before the Nevada Supreme Court this spring, then come to Room 108 after school this Thursday and learn about Law Day in Nevada 2014.

Do you like Starbucks?  Well, you are in luck because Damonte Ranch BSU will be raffling off two $25 Starbucks gift cards and a Starbucks gift bag.  Tickets are $1 each and will be sold during lunch.

Nutrition Services is conducting a web-based survey for all Middle School and High School students through March 7. The results will be used to better understand student needs and incorporate the results into our cafeteria offerings.  You will be asked to complete this survey in the Career Center during your up-coming Course Registration.  Bring your survey receipt to the cafeteria and you will receive a free Nutri-Grain Bar for participating in the survey.  One randomly chosen participant will receive a 7” Kindle Fire HDX.  The direct link to the survey is:  www.studentvp.com/washoe.

Yearbooks are selling fast, so don't wait until the last minute.  We've ordered the printing of only so many yearbooks, and once they're sold, there will be no more.  Buy your yearbook now and avoid the disappointment at the end of the year.  And buying now will save you $5 off the regular price.

The Literary Club is looking for writers!  We still need many poems, short stories, art work, photography, personal narratives and more.  Get a submission form from your English class, fill it out and drop it in the envelope, we’ll do the rest.  The end of March is the last month to submit any pieces of writing, so do it now. 

Attention Seniors-The Rotary Club will award a $500 scholarship to a graduating senior.  This scholarship is only opened to Damonte and Manogue students. There is an additional opportunity to go on and compete for a $2,500.  Please stop the Career Center to pick up the application.

ATTENTION SENIORS:  Did you attend Pleasant Valley Elementary school?  The Career Center now has the application for the Pleasant Valley Elementary school scholarship.  Deadline is March 24^th.  Also, if your parent(s) are teachers for the WCSD and belong to Washoe Educators Association (WEA) there are two scholarships opportunities for you.  There is also the Michael Landsberry Scholarship for any student who attended Sparks Middle School.  Another scholarship is available for seniors of Hispanic descent who are interested in pursuing a career in education.  Please stop in the Career Center and see Mrs. Aikin.

To apply for a Tony Armstrong Memorial Scholarship you must have a GPA of 2.5.  Please stop by the Career Center to pick up your application.  Deadline is March 7^th.

Attention any seniors who attended Marvin Moss Elementary School…the Moss PTA is offering four $500 scholarships.  Please stop by the Career Center for the application.  Deadline is March 28^th.

A Driver Education class will be offered at Damonte Ranch High School during spring break. This 30-hour class fulfills the classroom requirement for a driver's license in Nevada if you are under 18. The cost is $94. Classes will be Monday-Thursday, April 7-10, from 8 am to 3:30 pm.  Please call 829-9010 to register.