Wednesday, May 21, 2014

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

DAMONTE RANCH HIGH SCHOOL

WEDNESDAY, MAY 21, 2014

PLEDGE & MOMENT OF SILENCE

Today is an “a” DaY

Hey Damonte!  This Thursday, students can purchase wristbands in order to wear hats at school on Friday, May 23^rd.  Wristbands cost $1.  All proceeds will go to support Jenna Rowan, who is raising money for cancer research.  Look for Jenna and FCA members who will be selling wristbands during lunch on Thursday.

Students who are taking AP Spanish Language and Culture next year, need to come to a meeting on May 27^th during Lunch in Ms. De Pedro Robles’s room 230. It is very important that you attend this meeting because you will receive information related with the class.

Attention Students:  As the year is winding down, we would like to remind you that all library books are due no later than May 30^th.  Mrs. Stanton and Mrs. McRoberts would like to thank you for your support of the library, and we hope you have a great summer.  See you next year.

The English Department would like to congratulate the following students for being their May students of the month:  Ashley Medina-Gil, Thomas Chubb, Rosie Behesti, Eric Simonson, Ryan Salivar, Katie Featherstone, Jesley Camara and Heather Wiberg.  We are proud of the fact that these students exemplify excellence in our English classrooms and thank them for their work ethic and positive attitudes.  Way to go! 

Sophomores!  If you signed up or are interested in taking AP Language and Composition  next year, there will be a mandatory meeting during IC in the Career Center on Tuesday, May 27^th.  This important meeting will give you some insight into the expectations of the class and also information about the summer assignment.  Please plan on attending and learning about this important college level English class.  Again, Tuesday, May 27^th in the Career Center!  If you have any questions see Ms. Servilican in room 214. 

Graduating Seniors this is your last chance to sign up for the Grad Night Trip to Six Flags - Magic Mountain in Valencia, CA (Southern California).    The cost of the trip is $150, a $250 value .
THERE ARE ONLY 5 SEATS LEFT, paperwork and your $150 is due to Mrs. Aikin in the Career Center by this Friday, May 23rd.  Don't miss out on this exciting trip with all of your friends!

Do you like to help others?  Are you solid in your math skills?  Then sign up to be a peer tutor.  It looks great on a resume!  See any math teacher for more info.

It’s the end of an era.  Attention Seniors, before you leave Damonte you have one last chance to leave your legacy.  At the senior assembly you will have the opportunity to sing, dance or give a speech. Whatever your talent is, we want to see it.  Auditions to perform at the assembly will take place Monday May 26^th to Wednesday May 28^th.  Sign up in room 101 for an audition slot.

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN BEING AN OFFICE AIDE?  The Office is seeking for responsible students, with no discipline issues, for the Fall Semester.  Please see Mrs. Kenyon in the Main Office.

Open gym for girls basketball is Mondays and Thursdays from 2:45-4:30.  If you have any questions please see Coach Schmidt in room 219.

Attention all freshman, sophomores and juniors!  Open gym for volleyball is Tuesday and Thursday from now until June 5^th.  Everyone who is interested in next year’s volleyball season is welcome to join us!  Volleyball has several summer activities going on this year, come find out all about it.  See Ms. Wallace in the bookkeeping office with any questions.

Hey Seniors--Got Talent? At the senior assembly you will have the opportunity to sing, dance or give a speech. Whatever your talent is, we want to see it. Auditions to perform at the assembly will take place Monday, May 26^th to Wednesday May 28^th. Sign up in room 101 for an audition slot.

Driver Education classes will be offered at Damonte during the summer, June 17-20 and July 21-24. This 30-hour class fulfills the classroom requirement for a driver's license in Nevada if you are under 18. The cost is $94. Please call 829-9010 for more information and to register.

Kitchen is hiring 4-5 student workers. $7.25 hour M-F 1-2 hours a day. Plus free breakfast and Lunch when either or both are worked.  See Manager during breakfast 7:30-7:55

Are you having trouble getting your Health or Computer Literacy credit because there are other electives you want to take? Damonte Ranch High School will be offering Health and Computer Lit this summer. The classes will run for three weeks and you will need to select one or the other. See your counselor for dates and times, and see if you can fit one in this summer. Space is limited, so please check calendar and sign up with the bookkeeper as soon as possible. The cost is $100.

  

The Groundwater Association Scholarship $500 - $1,000

Deadline May 30^th Application in the Career Center.

Reno Diagnostic Scholarship Program $500

Deadline May 30^th Application in the Career Center

Benjamin Franklin Lodge 45, Free & Accepted Masons Scholarship $500

Deadline May 30^th Application in the Career Center

Tuesday, May 20, 2014

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

DAMONTE RANCH HIGH SCHOOL

TUESDAY, MAY 20, 2014

PLEDGE & MOMENT OF SILENCE

Today is a “B” DaY

The English Department would like to congratulate the following students for being their May students of the month:  Ashley Medina-Gil, Thomas Chubb, Rosie Behesti, Eric Simonson, Ryan Salivar, Katie Featherstone, Jesley Camara and Heather Wiberg.  We are proud of the fact that these students exemplify excellence in our English classrooms and thank them for their work ethic and positive attitudes.  Way to go! 

Sophomores!  If you signed up or are interested in taking AP Language and Composition  next year, there will be a mandatory meeting during IC in the Career Center on Tuesday, May 27^th.  This important meeting will give you some insight into the expectations of the class and also information about the summer assignment.  Please plan on attending and learning about this important college level English class.  Again, Tuesday, May 27^th in the Career Center!  If you have any questions see Ms. Servilican in room 214. 

Graduating Seniors this is your last chance to sign up for the Grad Night Trip to Six Flags - Magic Mountain in Valencia, CA (Southern California).    The cost of the trip is $150, a $250 value .
THERE ARE ONLY 5 SEATS LEFT, paperwork and your $150 is due to Mrs. Aikin in the Career Center by this Friday, May 23rd.  Don't miss out on this exciting trip with all of your friends!

Do you like to help others?  Are you solid in your math skills?  Then sign up to be a peer tutor.  It looks great on a resume!  See any math teacher for more info.

It’s the end of an era.  Attention Seniors, before you leave Damonte you have one last chance to leave your legacy.  At the senior assembly you will have the opportunity to sing, dance or give a speech. Whatever your talent is, we want to see it.  Auditions to perform at the assembly will take place Monday May 26^th to Wednesday May 28^th.  Sign up in room 101 for an audition slot.

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN BEING AN OFFICE AIDE?  The Office is seeking for responsible students, with no discipline issues, for the Fall Semester.  Please see Mrs. Kenyon in the Main Office.

Open gym for girls basketball is Mondays and Thursdays from 2:45-4:30.  If you have any questions please see Coach Schmidt in room 219.

Attention all freshman, sophomores and juniors!  Open gym for volleyball is Tuesday and Thursday from now until June 5^th.  Everyone who is interested in next year’s volleyball season is welcome to join us!  Volleyball has several summer activities going on this year, come find out all about it.  See Ms. Wallace in the bookkeeping office with any questions.

Hey Seniors--Got Talent? At the senior assembly you will have the opportunity to sing, dance or give a speech. Whatever your talent is, we want to see it. Auditions to perform at the assembly will take place Monday, May 26^th to Wednesday May 28^th. Sign up in room 101 for an audition slot.

Driver Education classes will be offered at Damonte during the summer, June 17-20 and July 21-24. This 30-hour class fulfills the classroom requirement for a driver's license in Nevada if you are under 18. The cost is $94. Please call 829-9010 for more information and to register.

Kitchen is hiring 4-5 student workers. $7.25 hour M-F 1-2 hours a day. Plus free breakfast and Lunch when either or both are worked.  See Manager during breakfast 7:30-7:55

Are you having trouble getting your Health or Computer Literacy credit because there are other electives you want to take? Damonte Ranch High School will be offering Health and Computer Lit this summer. The classes will run for three weeks and you will need to select one or the other. See your counselor for dates and times, and see if you can fit one in this summer. Space is limited, so please check calendar and sign up with the bookkeeper as soon as possible. The cost is $100.

  

The Groundwater Association Scholarship $500 - $1,000

Deadline May 30^th Application in the Career Center.

Reno Diagnostic Scholarship Program $500

Deadline May 30^th Application in the Career Center

Benjamin Franklin Lodge 45, Free & Accepted Masons Scholarship $500

Deadline May 30^th Application in the Career Center

Monday, May 19, 2014

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

DAMONTE RANCH HIGH SCHOOL

MONDAY, MAY 19, 2014

PLEDGE & MOMENT OF SILENCE

Today is an “A” DaY

It’s the end of an era.  Attention Seniors, before you leave Damonte you have one last chance to leave your legacy.  At the senior assembly you will have the opportunity to sing, dance or give a speech. Whatever your talent is, we want to see it.  Auditions to perform at the assembly will take place Monday May 26^th to Wednesday May 28^th.  Sign up in room 101 for an audition slot.

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN BEING AN OFFICE AIDE?  The Office is seeking for responsible students with no discipline issues for the Fall Semester.  Please see Mrs. Kenyon in the Main Office.

Open gym for girls basketball is Mondays and Thursdays from 2:45-4:30.  If you have any questions please see Coach Schmidt in room 219.

Attention all freshman, sophomores and juniors!  Open gym for volleyball is Tuesday and Thursday from now until June 5^th.  Everyone who is interested in next year’s volleyball season is welcome to join us!  Volleyball has several summer activities going on this year, come find out all about it.  See Ms. Wallace in the bookkeeping office with any questions.

Hey Seniors--Got Talent? At the senior assembly you will have the opportunity to sing, dance or give a speech. Whatever your talent is, we want to see it. Auditions to perform at the assembly will take place Monday, May 26^th to Wednesday May 28^th. Sign up in room 101 for an audition slot.

Driver Education classes will be offered at Damonte during the summer, June 17-20 and July 21-24. This 30-hour class fulfills the classroom requirement for a driver's license in Nevada if you are under 18. The cost is $94. Please call 829-9010 for more information and to register.

Kitchen is hiring 4-5 student workers. $7.25 hour M-F 1-2 hours a day. Plus free breakfast and Lunch when either or both are worked.  See Manager during breakfast 7:30-7:55

Are you having trouble getting your Health or Computer Literacy credit because there are other electives you want to take? Damonte Ranch High School will be offering Health and Computer Lit this summer. The classes will run for three weeks and you will need to select one or the other. See your counselor for dates and times, and see if you can fit one in this summer. Space is limited, so please check calendar and sign up with the bookkeeper as soon as possible. The cost is $100.

Cheerleading tryouts for the 2014-2015 season are May 20-22.  Tryout packets are available in the office.  The deadline is May 19.  Pick one up today and get the information you need to be ready. (Please run twice a week through May 19.)

  

The Groundwater Association Scholarship $500 - $1,000

Deadline May 30^th Application in the Career Center.

Reno Diagnostic Scholarship Program $500

Deadline May 30^th Application in the Career Center

Benjamin Franklin Lodge 45, Free & Accepted Masons Scholarship $500

Deadline May 30^th Application in the Career Center

Friday, May 16, 2014

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

DAMONTE RANCH HIGH SCHOOL

FRIDAY, MAY 16, 2014

PLEDGE & MOMENT OF SILENCE

Today is a “b” DaY

What should you do tonight?  Why, come see Pal Joey at 7:00!  Bring your friends and parents to see this great song and dance show from the 1930's!  And we have two more performances after tonight--tomorrow at 2:00 and 7:00, and then the set comes down and the costumes will be put away--don't miss out!

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN BEING AN OFFICE AIDE?  The Office is seeking for responsible students with no discipline issues for the Fall Semester.  Please see Mrs. Kenyon in the Main Office.

Open gym for girls basketball is Mondays and Thursdays from 2:45-4:30.  If you have any questions please see Coach Schmidt in room 219.

Attention all freshman, sophomores and juniors!  Open gym for volleyball is Tuesday and Thursday from now until June 5^th.  Everyone who is interested in next year’s volleyball season is welcome to join us!  Volleyball has several summer activities going on this year, come find out all about it.  See Ms. Wallace in the bookkeeping office with any questions.

Hey Seniors--Got Talent? At the senior assembly you will have the opportunity to sing, dance or give a speech. Whatever your talent is, we want to see it. Auditions to perform at the assembly will take place Monday, May 26^th to Wednesday May 28^th. Sign up in room 101 for an audition slot.

Driver Education classes will be offered at Damonte during the summer, June 17-20 and July 21-24. This 30-hour class fulfills the classroom requirement for a driver's license in Nevada if you are under 18. The cost is $94. Please call 829-9010 for more information and to register.

Kitchen is hiring 4-5 student workers. $7.25 hour M-F 1-2 hours a day. Plus free breakfast and Lunch when either or both are worked.  See Manager during breakfast 7:30-7:55

Are you solid in your math skills?  DRHS is looking for math peer tutors for next year in Algebra 1, Geometry, or Algebra 2.  Students who are math peer tutors earn a full elective credit, get the satisfaction of helping other students, and have something impressive to add to a college transcript or job resume.  Peer tutors are needed every period of the day, including during IC.  Students must have earned an A or B in the course they are tutoring for.  Please see Mrs. Ault in room 122 for more information or to sign up.

Are you having trouble getting your Health or Computer Literacy credit because there are other electives you want to take? Damonte Ranch High School will be offering Health and Computer Lit this summer. The classes will run for three weeks and you will need to select one or the other. See your counselor for dates and times, and see if you can fit one in this summer. Space is limited, so please check calendar and sign up with the bookkeeper as soon as possible. The cost is $100.

Cheerleading tryouts for the 2014-2015 season are May 20-22.  Tryout packets are available in the office.  The deadline is May 19.  Pick one up today and get the information you need to be ready. (Please run twice a week through May 19.)

Attentions seniors:  with the Senior Scholarship Award Night fast approaching on Wednesday May 21^st, I want to make sure not to leave anyone out.  Please stop by the Career Center before Friday May 9^th and tell me of your scholarship awards.  Letters of invitations to the scholarship award night will be going out to seniors on May 9^th.

  

The Groundwater Association Scholarship $500 - $1,000

Deadline May 30^th Application in the Career Center.

Reno Diagnostic Scholarship Program $500

Deadline May 30^th Application in the Career Center

Benjamin Franklin Lodge 45, Free & Accepted Masons Scholarship $500

Deadline May 30^th Application in the Career Center

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas will host the 2014 Summer Transportation Institute (STI) Program for high school participants from July 14, 2014 – July 28, 2014. This will be a residential program where the participants will reside on the UNLV campus and participate in transportation related activities. The purpose of the STI Program is to create awareness and stimulate interest in high school students to take full advantage of the opportunities that exist in the transportation industry.

      Be in the 10^th or 11^th grade for the 2014-2015 school year.

      Have completed or be qualified to enroll in Algebra for the 2014-2015 school year.

      Have cumulative grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (minimum).

      Have an interest in engineering, science, transportation, or technology-related careers.

Application in the Career Center Deadline to Apply is May 16^th.

Thursday, May 15, 2014

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

DAMONTE RANCH HIGH SCHOOL

THURSDAY, MAY 15, 2014

PLEDGE & MOMENT OF SILENCE

Today is aN “A” DaY

Pal Joey continues tonight at 7:00 in the theatre, and runs again at 7:00 Friday! Can't make those performances?  We have two more opportunities to see the show at 2:00 and 7:00 on Saturday!  Come right after school to get your tickets from Patrick Moorehead in the Ticket Booth outside the theatre.  Gather your friends to some with you!  It's a fun show with great music and dance numbers!

Attention National Honor Society Officers and ALL members: We are having a meeting on Thursday May 15^th in Ms. DPR’s room 230 during lunch. Only seniors who are not officers are excused from this meeting. Be there!!

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN BEING AN OFFICE AIDE?  The Office is seeking for responsible students with no discipline issues for the Fall Semester.  Please see Mrs. Kenyon in the Main Office.

Open gym for girls basketball is Mondays and Thursdays from 2:45-4:30.  If you have any questions please see Coach Schmidt in room 219.

Attention all freshman, sophomores and juniors!  Open gym for volleyball is Tuesday and Thursday from now until June 5^th.  Everyone who is interested in next year’s volleyball season is welcome to join us!  Volleyball has several summer activities going on this year, come find out all about it.  See Ms. Wallace in the bookkeeping office with any questions.

Hey Seniors--Got Talent? At the senior assembly you will have the opportunity to sing, dance or give a speech. Whatever your talent is, we want to see it. Auditions to perform at the assembly will take place Monday, May 26^th to Wednesday May 28^th. Sign up in room 101 for an audition slot.

Driver Education classes will be offered at Damonte during the summer, June 17-20 and July 21-24. This 30-hour class fulfills the classroom requirement for a driver's license in Nevada if you are under 18. The cost is $94. Please call 829-9010 for more information and to register.

Kitchen is hiring 4-5 student workers. $7.25 hour M-F 1-2 hours a day. Plus free breakfast and Lunch when either or both are worked.  See Manager during breakfast 7:30-7:55

Are you solid in your math skills?  DRHS is looking for math peer tutors for next year in Algebra 1, Geometry, or Algebra 2.  Students who are math peer tutors earn a full elective credit, get the satisfaction of helping other students, and have something impressive to add to a college transcript or job resume.  Peer tutors are needed every period of the day, including during IC.  Students must have earned an A or B in the course they are tutoring for.  Please see Mrs. Ault in room 122 for more information or to sign up.

Are you having trouble getting your Health or Computer Literacy credit because there are other electives you want to take? Damonte Ranch High School will be offering Health and Computer Lit this summer. The classes will run for three weeks and you will need to select one or the other. See your counselor for dates and times, and see if you can fit one in this summer. Space is limited, so please check calendar and sign up with the bookkeeper as soon as possible. The cost is $100.

Cheerleading tryouts for the 2014-2015 season are May 20-22.  Tryout packets are available in the office.  The deadline is May 19.  Pick one up today and get the information you need to be ready. (Please run twice a week through May 19.)

Attentions seniors:  with the Senior Scholarship Award Night fast approaching on Wednesday May 21^st, I want to make sure not to leave anyone out.  Please stop by the Career Center before Friday May 9^th and tell me of your scholarship awards.  Letters of invitations to the scholarship award night will be going out to seniors on May 9^th.

  

The Groundwater Association Scholarship $500 - $1,000

Deadline May 30^th Application in the Career Center.

Reno Diagnostic Scholarship Program $500

Deadline May 30^th Application in the Career Center

Benjamin Franklin Lodge 45, Free & Accepted Masons Scholarship $500

Deadline May 30^th Application in the Career Center

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas will host the 2014 Summer Transportation Institute (STI) Program for high school participants from July 14, 2014 – July 28, 2014. This will be a residential program where the participants will reside on the UNLV campus and participate in transportation related activities. The purpose of the STI Program is to create awareness and stimulate interest in high school students to take full advantage of the opportunities that exist in the transportation industry.

      Be in the 10^th or 11^th grade for the 2014-2015 school year.

      Have completed or be qualified to enroll in Algebra for the 2014-2015 school year.

      Have cumulative grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (minimum).

      Have an interest in engineering, science, transportation, or technology-related careers.

Application in the Career Center Deadline to Apply is May 16^th.

Wednesday, May 14,2014

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

DAMONTE RANCH HIGH SCHOOL

WEDNESDAY, MAY 14, 2014

PLEDGE & MOMENT OF SILENCE

Today is a “B” DaY

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN BEING AN OFFICE AIDE?  The Office is looking for responsible students with no discipline issues for the Fall Semester.  Please see Mrs. Kenyon in the Main Office.   

Attention all freshman, sophomores and juniors!  Open gym for volleyball is Tuesday and Thursday from now until June 5^th.  Everyone who is interested in next year’s volleyball season is welcome to join us!  Volleyball has several summer activities going on this year, come find out all about it.  See Ms. Wallace in the bookkeeping office with any questions.

Hey Seniors--Got Talent? At the senior assembly you will have the opportunity to sing, dance or give a speech. Whatever your talent is, we want to see it. Auditions to perform at the assembly will take place Monday, May 26^th to Wednesday May 28^th. Sign up in room 101 for an audition slot.

Seniors! Your last senior class meeting will be taken place during lunch Wednesday, May 14^th during lunch in the theater. Attendance of every senior is critical. Hope to see everyone there.

Driver Education classes will be offered at Damonte during the summer, June 17-20 and July 21-24. This 30-hour class fulfills the classroom requirement for a driver's license in Nevada if you are under 18. The cost is $94. Please call 829-9010 for more information and to register.

Kitchen is hiring 4-5 student workers. $7.25 hour M-F 1-2 hours a day. Plus free breakfast and Lunch when either or both are worked.  See Manager during breakfast 7:30-7:55

Guess what Damonte?  BSU, and I repeat, BSU, is having a Chili Cheese Fry Bar!  With chili, cheese, and all the toppings you want with a Gatorade – all for $4.00!  Say what?...Not only that, but if you add an extra dollar, you get your choice of a cupcake or a Rice Krispy Treat.  So, come by the Counselor hallway and get this amazing deal on Wednesday, May 14^th, 2014 @ lunch.  Any questions?  Talk to Mrs. Johnson in room 128.

Are you solid in your math skills?  DRHS is looking for math peer tutors for next year in Algebra 1, Geometry, or Algebra 2.  Students who are math peer tutors earn a full elective credit, get the satisfaction of helping other students, and have something impressive to add to a college transcript or job resume.  Peer tutors are needed every period of the day, including during IC.  Students must have earned an A or B in the course they are tutoring for.  Please see Mrs. Ault in room 122 for more information or to sign up.

Are you having trouble getting your Health or Computer Literacy credit because there are other electives you want to take? Damonte Ranch High School will be offering Health and Computer Lit this summer. The classes will run for three weeks and you will need to select one or the other. See your counselor for dates and times, and see if you can fit one in this summer. Space is limited, so please check calendar and sign up with the bookkeeper as soon as possible. The cost is $100.

Cheerleading tryouts for the 2014-2015 season are May 20-22.  Tryout packets are available in the office.  The deadline is May 19.  Pick one up today and get the information you need to be ready. (Please run twice a week through May 19.)

Attentions seniors:  with the Senior Scholarship Award Night fast approaching on Wednesday May 21^st, I want to make sure not to leave anyone out.  Please stop by the Career Center before Friday May 9^th and tell me of your scholarship awards.  Letters of invitations to the scholarship award night will be going out to seniors on May 9^th.

  

The Groundwater Association Scholarship $500 - $1,000

Deadline May 30^th Application in the Career Center.

Reno Diagnostic Scholarship Program $500

Deadline May 30^th Application in the Career Center

Benjamin Franklin Lodge 45, Free & Accepted Masons Scholarship $500

Deadline May 30^th Application in the Career Center

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas will host the 2014 Summer Transportation Institute (STI) Program for high school participants from July 14, 2014 – July 28, 2014. This will be a residential program where the participants will reside on the UNLV campus and participate in transportation related activities. The purpose of the STI Program is to create awareness and stimulate interest in high school students to take full advantage of the opportunities that exist in the transportation industry.

      Be in the 10^th or 11^th grade for the 2014-2015 school year.

      Have completed or be qualified to enroll in Algebra for the 2014-2015 school year.

      Have cumulative grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (minimum).

      Have an interest in engineering, science, transportation, or technology-related careers.

Application in the Career Center Deadline to Apply is May 16^th.

Tuesday, May 13, 2014

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

DAMONTE RANCH HIGH SCHOOL

TUESDAY, MAY 13, 2014

PLEDGE & MOMENT OF SILENCE

Today is an “a” DaY

Hey Seniors--Got Talent? At the senior assembly you will have the opportunity to sing, dance or give a speech. Whatever your talent is, we want to see it. Auditions to perform at the assembly will take place Monday, May 26^th to Wednesday May 28^th. Sign up in room 101 for an audition slot.

Seniors! Your last senior class meeting will be taken place during lunch Wednesday, May 14^th during lunch in the theater. Attendance of every senior is critical. Hope to see everyone there.

Driver Education classes will be offered at Damonte during the summer, June 17-20 and July 21-24. This 30-hour class fulfills the classroom requirement for a driver's license in Nevada if you are under 18. The cost is $94. Please call 829-9010 for more information and to register.

Kitchen is hiring 4-5 student workers. $7.25 hour M-F 1-2 hours a day. Plus free breakfast and Lunch when either or both are worked.  See Manager during breakfast 7:30-7:55

Guess what Damonte?  BSU, and I repeat, BSU, is having a Chili Cheese Fry Bar!  With chili, cheese, and all the toppings you want with a Gatorade – all for $4.00!  Say what?...Not only that, but if you add an extra dollar, you get your choice of a cupcake or a Rice Krispy Treat.  So, come by the Counselor hallway and get this amazing deal on Wednesday, May 14^th, 2014 @ lunch.  Any questions?  Talk to Mrs. Johnson in room 128.

Are you solid in your math skills?  DRHS is looking for math peer tutors for next year in Algebra 1, Geometry, or Algebra 2.  Students who are math peer tutors earn a full elective credit, get the satisfaction of helping other students, and have something impressive to add to a college transcript or job resume.  Peer tutors are needed every period of the day, including during IC.  Students must have earned an A or B in the course they are tutoring for.  Please see Mrs. Ault in room 122 for more information or to sign up.

Are you having trouble getting your Health or Computer Literacy credit because there are other electives you want to take? Damonte Ranch High School will be offering Health and Computer Lit this summer. The classes will run for three weeks and you will need to select one or the other. See your counselor for dates and times, and see if you can fit one in this summer. Space is limited, so please check calendar and sign up with the bookkeeper as soon as possible. The cost is $100.

Cheerleading tryouts for the 2014-2015 season are May 20-22.  Tryout packets are available in the office.  The deadline is May 19.  Pick one up today and get the information you need to be ready. (Please run twice a week through May 19.)

Attentions seniors:  with the Senior Scholarship Award Night fast approaching on Wednesday May 21^st, I want to make sure not to leave anyone out.  Please stop by the Career Center before Friday May 9^th and tell me of your scholarship awards.  Letters of invitations to the scholarship award night will be going out to seniors on May 9^th.

  

The Groundwater Association Scholarship $500 - $1,000

Deadline May 30^th Application in the Career Center.

Reno Diagnostic Scholarship Program $500

Deadline May 30^th Application in the Career Center

Benjamin Franklin Lodge 45, Free & Accepted Masons Scholarship $500

Deadline May 30^th Application in the Career Center

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas will host the 2014 Summer Transportation Institute (STI) Program for high school participants from July 14, 2014 – July 28, 2014. This will be a residential program where the participants will reside on the UNLV campus and participate in transportation related activities. The purpose of the STI Program is to create awareness and stimulate interest in high school students to take full advantage of the opportunities that exist in the transportation industry.

      Be in the 10^th or 11^th grade for the 2014-2015 school year.

      Have completed or be qualified to enroll in Algebra for the 2014-2015 school year.

      Have cumulative grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (minimum).

      Have an interest in engineering, science, transportation, or technology-related careers.

Application in the Career Center Deadline to Apply is May 16^th.