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DDHS Announcements — Thursday, September 8, 2016

September 8, 2016, 9:54 am
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Thursday, September 8, 2016

DDHS Lunch Menu:
Walking Taco, Chicken Pattie, Hamburger, Grilled Cheese, Mixed Greens, Soup, Corn, Refried Beans, Mandarin Oranges, Fruit, Milk
Co-Curricular Activities:

4:15am Tennis: Girls JV Match Burlington @ Burlington High School
4:00pm Cross Country: Boys JV1 Conference Relays Burlington, Elkhorn Area, Union Grove, Waterford, Westosha Central, Wilmot Union vs. Badger High School @ Badger High School
4:15pm Tennis: Girls Varsity Match Burlington @ Burlington High School
4:15pm Tennis:Girls JV1 Match Burlington @ Burlington High School
4:30pm Cross Country: Boys Varsity Conference Boys and Girls CC Relays Badger High School @ TBD
4:30pm Football: Freshman Game vs. Union Grove @ DDHS – Borg Stadium
4:30pm Soccer: Boys JV1 Match Union Grove @ Union Grove High School
4:30pm Soccer: Boys JV2 Match Union Grove @ Union Grove High School
4:40pm Cross Country:Boys Varsity Conference Relays Burlington, Elkhorn Area, Union Grove, Waterford, Westosha Central, Wilmot Union vs. Badger High School @ Badger High School
5:00pm Volleyball:Girls JV1 Match vs. Burlington @ DDHS
5:00pm Volleyball:Girls JV2 Match vs. Burlington @ DDHS
5:20pm Cross Country:Girls JV1 Conference Relays Burlington, Elkhorn Area, Union Grove, Waterford, Westosha Central, Wilmot Union vs. Badger High School @ Badger High School
6:00pm Cross Country:Girls Varsity Conference Relays Burlington, Elkhorn Area, Union Grove, Waterford, Westosha Central, Wilmot Union vs. Badger High School @ Badger High School
6:00pm Swimming:Girls Varsity Meet Whitewater @ Whitewater High School
6:00pm Swimming:Girls JV Meet Whitewater @ Whitewater High School
6:15pm Football: JV Game vs. Union Grove @ DDHS
6:30pm Soccer:Boys Varsity Match Union Grove @ Union Grove High School
6:30pm Volleyball:Girls Varsity Match vs. Burlington @ DDHS – East Gym
Announcements: 

If you are interested in joining Student Council, please stop by Ms. Mettens room #508 to pick up an application. Anyone is welcome to apply and we particularly want to encourage the new freshmen.
Attention Students: We are looking for volunteers to work at the food stand at the Darien Cornfest.  The dates are Saturday and Sunday, September 10-11.  Shifts are 10-2 and 2-6 both days. Students can email me at gobadgers63@yahoo.com or text or call me at 262-949-7722. Please let me know if you have any additional questions.

***The FFA officers would like to invite all students interested in joining FFA to their “New member meeting” on September 12 at 6pm in Mr. Speth’s classroom.***

A Representative from the US Navy will be visiting D.D.H.S on  Wednesday, September 14th, from 11:00 – 12:15 in the Student Services conference room during all 3 lunch periods.

A Representative from Carroll University, Waukesha, WI will be visiting D.D.H.S on  Monday, September 19th, from 9:30 – 10:30 in the Student Services conference room. Please stop in to Student Services to sign up. You must have your teachers permission to attend.

Sophomores and Juniors: If interested sign up to take the Pre-SAT/National Merit Scholarship Corporation. By taking this test you can see if you qualify for any National Merit Scholarships, your college readiness, estimated SAT score and academic strengths/weaknesses. Only Juniors are eligible for the National Merit Scholarship.  The test date is October 19th, 2016. The cost for the test is $15. The sign up will remain open September 22th, 2016.  You may also grab a Quick Reference Guide to the PSAT in Student Services. Once you pay you will be given a Student Guide to help you prepare for the test.  Any questions, please contact Ms. McIlquham.

A rep from Gateway Technical College, Elkhorn WI will be visiting DDHS Student Services on Tuesday, September 27th from 8:00 – 9:00 in the Student Services conference room.
A Representative from St Ambrose University, Davenport, IA will be visiting D.D.H.S on  Wednesday, October 5th, from 12:30 – 1:30 in the Student Services conference room. Please stop in to Student Services to sign up. You must have your teachers permission to attend.

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​Superintendent Letter Regarding First Week and Tuesday’s Late Buses

September 9, 2016, 10:24 am
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schoolbusturtlecreekDear Delavan-Darien Elementary Families,

We’ve made it through our first week of school.

Thus far, for the most part, it has been a great week. I’ve been to all of our school buildings multiple times and the children are getting more comfortable each day in their surroundings. The students are, by in large, showing their excitement, their smiles and their dedication to learn. I’m happy about that and hope you are, too.

Despite all of this, not all things have gone as planned. I want to apologize for the transportation delays we had on the first day of school and the inconveniences they may have caused you.

However, part of the delay was beyond our control and the delays were magnified by it being the first day of school.

Our buses transport elementary and middle school/high school students separately. When the middle school/high school routes were taking students home, one student had a medical emergency while on the bus. An ambulance was called.

When we were notified of the medical emergency, we made an all-call to parents, as soon as possible. These calls, while quick, do take time to process and dial all the numbers in our database. Unfortunately, some of you may have already been gone and were not able to receive the message.

The ill student’s health and well-being take precedence over everything else and we put that student’s needs first. Because the student needed medical transport, the bus they were on was delayed in finishing its drop-off route.

It was therefore delayed getting to Darien Elementary where it was to pick up and shuttle students to Turtle Creek Elementary. Students at Turtle Creek stayed inside Turtle Creek, which is air-conditioned, until the Darien buses arrived at 4:18 pm. All of the buses left at 4:50 pm

Because we account for all elementary children and ensure they are on the correct bus at both schools, none of the buses could leave on time. We had to get all Darien students on the correct buses before they could depart, and the buses waiting at Turtle Creek could not leave until those Darien shuttle buses arrived. At Turtle Creek, students again had to be verified as being on the correct buses, too.

The loading process here — and everywhere — take longer in the first few days as students have to learn routines and procedures, and staff and bus drivers have to learn names to verify children are in the correct places.

It was a ripple effect on Tuesday that backed everything up. It’s unfortunate it happened, but I’d much rather our staff and drivers take the time to make sure children are safe. I never want to hear of students getting on the wrong bus or being dropped off at the wrong stop.

I anticipate loading/bus transfer times becoming much faster as we all get acclimated to the process. Most routes will last about 30 minutes, with some riders having a route that lasts about 50 minutes maximum (due to distance from our schools and/or students being shuttled from Darien Elementary). This first week, we’ve already made some adjustments and seen improvements in efficiency in both the morning and afternoon bus routes.

As an aid to assist in your planning, I collaborated with our transportation company regarding drop-off times for each stop in the afternoon. The best way to calculate that is to determine how long it would take you to drive from your child’s school (from the end of the school day) to the drop-off location AND add 15-20 minutes. The total would be, approximately, the time the bus would arrive at each stop.

Please keep in mind that the 15-20 minutes is for loading each bus, and the bus stopping at various stops, before it arrives at your child’s stop.

Because Tuesday’s situation was caused by something beyond our control, I feel there is no blame for the delays toward Dousman Transportation, nor our staff, many of whom stayed until all of the students were home.

Again, I apologize for the inconvenience it may have caused you. Please know that I am reviewing our plans with Dousman Transportation to try and avoid delays like this should we have another medical or other type of emergency during our routes. We try to treat each child as if they were our own and always put what is in their best interests first.

Respectfully,

Robert Crist, Ed.D., Superintendent

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schoolbusturtlecreekEstimadas familias de las Escuelas Primarias de Delavan-Darien,
Salimos adelante con la primera semana de clases.

Hasta ahora, en su mayor parte, ha sido una gran semana. He estado en todos nuestros edificios escolares múltiples veces y los niños estan cada vez más cómodo cada día con su entorno. Los estudiantes estan, en gran parte, mostrando su entusiasmo, sus sonrisas y su dedicación para aprender. Estoy contento por eso y espero que ustedes también.

A pesar de todo esto, no todas las cosas han salido como estaba previsto. Quiero disculparme por los retrasos que tuvimos en el transporte el primer día de clases y los inconvenientes que pudo haberles causado.

Sin embargo, parte de los atrasos estuvieron más allá de nuestro control y los retrasos se magnificaron porque fue el primer día de clases.

Nuestros autobuses transportan a los estudiantes de las escuelas primarias e intermedia/superior o secundaria por separado. Cuando las rutas escolares de las escuelas intermedia/superior o secundaria estaban llevando los estudiantes a casa, un estudiante tuvo una emergencia médica dentro del autobús. Se llamo a una ambulancia.

Cuando fuimos notificados de la emergencia médica, hicimos una llamada general a los padres tan pronto como fue posible. Estas llamadas, aunque son rapidas, toman tiempo para procesar y marcar todos los números en nuestra base de datos. Desafortunadamnete algunos de ustedes ya no fueron capaces de recibir el mensaje.

La salud y el bienestar del estudiante enfermo tienen prioridad sobre todo lo demás y nosotros pusimos esas necesidades del estudiante en primer lugar. Debido a que el estudiante necesitaba transporte médico, el autobús que los transportaba se demoró en terminar su recorrido de retorno.

Por lo tanto, se retrasó para llegar a la escuela primaria Darien para recoger a los estudiantes y luego transportarlos a la escuela primaria Turtle Creek. Los estudiantes de Turtle Creek se quedaron dentro de Turtle Creek la cual tiene aire acondicionado hasta que los autobuses de Darien llegaron a las 4:18 pm. Todos los autobuses salieron a las 4:50

Debido a que contamos a todos los estudiantes de primaria y nos asegurarse de que están en el autobús correcto en ambas escuelas, ninguno de los autobuses podo salir a tiempo. Tuvimos que tener a todos los estudiantes de Darien en los autobuses correctos antes de que pudieran partir y los autobuses que estaban esperando en Turtle Creek no pudieron salir hasta que llegaron los autobuses de Darien. En Turtle Creek, los estudiantes tambien tuvieron de nuevo que verificar que estaban en los autobuses correctos.

El proceso de abordar aquí – y en todas partes – toma más tiempo en los primeros días ya que los estudiantes tienen que aprender las rutinas y procedimientos y los conductores de los autobúses y el personal docente tiene que aprender los nombres para verificar que los niños están en los lugares correctos.

El dia martes fue un efecto dominó que atrasó todo. Fue desafortunado lo que pasó, pero yo prefiero que nuestro personal y los conductores se tomen el tiempo para asegurarse de que los niños estan seguros. No quiero nunca oír de que los estudiantes se subieron en el autobús equivocado o fueron dejados en la parada equivocada.

Predigo que los tiempos de abordar/de transferencia de los autobuses llegara a ser mucho más rápido ya que todos se acostumbren al proceso. La mayoría de las rutas tendrán una duración de unos 30 minutos, con algunos pilotos que tiene una ruta que dura alrededor de 50 minutos como máximo (debido a la distancia de nuestras escuelas y/o estudiantes siendo transportados desde la escuela primaria Darien). Esta primera semana, ya hemos hecho algunos ajustes y hemos visto mejoras en la eficiencia tanto en las líneas de autobuses de la mañana y de la tarde.

Como una ayuda para asistir en sus planificaciones colaboré con nuestra empresa de transporte con respecto a los tiempos de regreso para cada parada por la tarde. La mejor manera de como calcular eso es determinar cuánto tiempo le tomaría a usted para conducir a la escuela de su hijo (a partir del final de la jornada escolar) al lugar de retorno y añadir 15-20 minutos. El total sería aproximadamente el tiempo en el  que el autobús llegara a cada parada.

Por favor tenga en cuenta que los 15-20 minutos son para abordar cada autobusbus y el tiempo que el autobus  necesita cuando tiene que parar en las diferentes paradas antes de que llega a la parada de su hijo.

Debido a que la situación del martes fue causada por algo más allá de nuestro control, siento que los retrasos no fueron la culpa de la compania de transportes Dousman, ni de nuestro personal docente, muchos de los cuales se quedaron hasta que todos los estudiantes estaban en casa.

Una vez más les pido disculpas por las molestias que les haya podido ocasionar. Por favor sepan que estoy revisando nuestros planes con la compania de transportes Dousman para tratar de evitar retrasos como este si es que tenemos otro tipo de emergencia médica o de cualquier otra clase durante nuestras rutas. Nos esforzamos por tratar a cada niño como si fueran nuestros y siempre poner en primer lugar sus mejores intereses.

Respetuosamente,

Robert Crist, Ed.D.
Superintendente

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DDHS Announcements — Monday, September 12, 2016

September 12, 2016, 8:33 am
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Monday, September 12, 2016

DDHS Lunch Menu:

Mini-Corndogs, Hot & Spicy Chicken Pattie, Hamburger, Cheese Ravioli, Mixed Greens, Soup, California Veggies, Peas, Pears, Fruit, Milk

Announcements:

Calling all “Bookies” – Mrs. Fleck is looking for a group of students who would like to help bring our library into the 21st Century. What does it entail? A few “Brainstorming” sessions and after that it is up to you on how involved YOU want to be. Stop by the library and sign up!

Attention All Students: Driver Ed classes are now open and available for DDHS students to enroll in for credit. Two classes are ready for you to enroll in now. Class 1 on Wednesday evenings at 6:30-8:30pm and class 2 at DDHSon Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday after school at 3:20-5:20pm. Check out our website at www.wallacesonewaydrivingschool.com .Payments can be made online or in the main office.

***The FFA officers would like to invite all students interested in joining FFA to their “New member meeting” on September 12 at 6pm in Mr. Speth’s classroom.***

Student Council applications are due on Tuesday, September 13th. Please turn them in to Ms. Metten (Room 508). Our next Student Council Meeting will be Tuesday, September 13th at 2:45pm in Ms. Metten’s room.

A representative from UW Madison, Madison WI will be visiting DDHS on Tuesday, September 13th from 1:00-2:00in Student Services in the Student Services conference room.

A Representative from the US Navy will be visiting D.D.H.S on Wednesday, September 14th, from 11:00 – 12:15 in the Student Services conference room during all 3 lunch periods.

Attention Students: We will have our first FBLA meeting onThursday, September 15 at 2:55. New members are welcome. Meet in room 144 (Mrs Scott’s room).

Attention All Students: Chromebook Care is only $10.00 this school year. It’s a good idea to have this purchased in case you have any damage to your new Chromebook. You have until end-of-day Friday, September 16 to purchase Chromebook Care.

A Representative from Carroll University, Waukesha, WI will be visiting D.D.H.S on Monday, September 19th, from9:30 – 10:30 in the Student Services conference room. Please stop in to Student Services to sign up. You must have your teacher’s permission to attend.

Sophomores and Juniors: If interested sign up to take the Pre-SAT/National Merit Scholarship Corporation. By taking this test you can see if you qualify for any National Merit Scholarships, your college readiness, estimated SAT score and academic strengths/weaknesses. Only juniors are eligible for the National Merit Scholarship. The test date isOctober 19th, 2016. The cost for the test is $15. The sign up will remain open September 22th, 2016. You may also grab a Quick Reference Guide to the PSAT in Student Services. Once you pay you will be given a Student Guide to help you prepare for the test. Any questions, please contact Ms. McIlquham.

A Representative from UW Rock County & all 2 Yr Campuses will be visiting DDHS on Friday, September 23rd from 9:30-10:30 in the Student Services conference room.

A rep from Gateway Technical College, Elkhorn WI will be visiting DDHS Student Services on Tuesday, September 27th from 8:00 – 9:00 in the Student Services conference room.

A Representative from the US Air Force will be visiting D.D.H.S on Tuesday, October 4th, from 11:00 – 12:15 in the Student Services conference room during all 3 lunch periods.

A Representative from St Ambrose University, Davenport, IA will be visiting D.D.H.S on Wednesday, October 5th, from 12:30 – 1:30 in the Student Services conference room. Please stop in to Student Services to sign up. You must have your teacher’s permission to attend.

A Representative from Cardinal Stritch University, Milwaukee, WI will be visiting DHHS on Thursday, October 6th, from 10:00 – 11:00 in the Student Services conference room.

A Representative from UW Whitewater, Whitewater, WI will be visiting DDHS on Monday, October 24th from 9:30 -10:30 in the Student Services conference room.

A Representative from UW Milwaukee, Milwaukee WI will be visiting DDHS on Thursday, October 27th from 1:00 – 2:00 in the Student Services Conference Room.

A Representative from Northern Michigan University Marquette Michigan, will be visiting DDHS on Tuesday, November 1st from 8:30-9:30 in the Student Services conference room.

Co-Curricular Activities:

4:30pm Soccer: Boys JV2 Match vs. Janesville Craig @ DDHS – Soccer Complex

5:00pm Volleyball: Girls JV2 Quad Kenosha Bradford, Kenosha Tremper vs. Badger High School @ Badger High School

5:00pm Volleyball: Girls JV1 Quad Kenosha Bradford, Kenosha Tremper vs. Badger High School @ Badger High School

6:00pm FFA and Alumni Meeting Room 215

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Thanks, Americold!

September 12, 2016, 9:21 am
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americolddonation2016webA big “THANK YOU” to Americold in Darien! The company donated 94 backpacks filled with school supplies and a $600 gift card to Darien Elementary School on Aug. 30th. The gift card will be used for additional school supplies, which can be purchased on an as-needed basis.

Principal Kelly Pickel, front left, accepted donations from representatives from the company, who dropped off their gifts!

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Phoenix Announcements – Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2016

September 12, 2016, 2:54 pm
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Tuesday, September 13, 2016

Today is a B Day

 

Lunch Menu

Pizzaburgers, Grilled Chicken, Burrito, Mixed Greens, Broccoli, Green Beans, Fruit and Milk

 

After School Activities

No events today

 

Upcoming Events

9/16/2016: September Activity Night 6-8 pm

10/5/2016: Parent/Teacher Conferences 4-8 pm

10/17/2016: NO SCHOOL – Teacher Inservice

10/20/2016: Lifetouch Picture Re-take Day

10/24/2016: Boy’s Basketball Season Begins

10/28/2016: October Activity Night 6-8 pm

 

Orchestra Announcement

All Orchestra classes will need Orchestra folders with pencil and Chromebook for class today.

 

September Activity Night

Our first dance/activity night of the year is this Friday, September 16th! The profits from this dance will be used to help lower the expenses for our Washington D.C. trip. More information to follow.

 

Chromebook Care

Chromebook Care is only $10.00 this school year. It’s a good idea to have this purchased in case you have any damage to your new Chromebook. You have until the end-of-the-day on Friday, September 16th to purchase Chromebook Care.

 

Dress Code

The following are the guidelines that staff members at Phoenix School follow when enforcing the school dress code:

  • Shorts and skirts should come to the student’s fingertips or lower when their arms are down to their side.
  • Students can not wear spaghetti-strap or thin strapped tank tops, halter tops, one shoulder tops, or tube tops.  Shirts should not be cut below the armpit in the front, side, or back.  All tank tops must have straps that are at least two fingers wide.  Shirts must cover the student’s midriff and not show any part of their stomach.
  • Clothing that contains inappropriate or offensive language or pictures including drug and/or alcohol references and weapons will not be allowed.
  • Anything that can be considered distracting to learning including gang-related colors, bandanas, loud or distracting clothing will not be allowed.

School administration will have the final say in this matter.  If a student is found to be wearing something that is not deemed school appropriate, the staff member will ask the student to go to the office.  They will be asked to “remedy” the dress code issue.  If the student refuses to change their clothing or cover up clothing, the parent/guardian will be contacted and the student will be sent home suspended for that day.

Cell Phones                                                                                                                                                Cell phones cannot be used during your lunch time and/or during your recess time.  Cell phones can be used after 2:46.

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Phoenix Announcements – Wednesday, September 14, 2016

September 14, 2016, 7:00 am
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Wednesday, September 14, 2016

Today is an A Day

 

Lunch Menu

Pepperoni Pizza, Cheeseburger, Stuffed Shells, Mixed greens, corn, Peas, Pineapple, Fruit and Milk

 

Happy Birthday to:

Rosalba Hernandez

Abigail Cruz

 

After School Activities

No events today

 

Upcoming Events

  • 9/16/2016: September Activity Night 6-8 pm
  • 10/5/2016: Parent/Teacher Conferences 4-8 pm
  • 10/17/2016: NO SCHOOL – Teacher Inservice
  • 10/20/2016: Lifetouch Picture Re-take Day
  • 10/24/2016: Boy’s Basketball Season Begins
  • 10/28/2016: October Activity Night 6-8 pm

 

September Activity Night

Our first dance/activity night of the year is this Friday, September 16th! The profits from this dance will be used to help lower the expenses for our Washington D.C. trip. The activity night runs from 6-8 pm at Phoenix. Cost is $3.00 with your school ID, $4.00 without your school ID. Doors will be locked at 6:30 pm so you must arrive prior to that time.

 

Chromebook Care

Chromebook Care is only $10.00 this school year. It’s a good idea to have this purchased in case you have any damage to your new Chromebook. You have until the end-of-the-day on Friday, September 16th to purchase Chromebook Care.

 

Dress Code

The following are the guidelines that staff members at Phoenix School follow when enforcing the school dress code:

  • Shorts and skirts should come to the student’s fingertips or lower when their arms are down to their side.
  • Students can not wear spaghetti-strap or thin strapped tank tops, halter tops, one shoulder tops, or tube tops.  Shirts should not be cut below the armpit in the front, side, or back.  All tank tops must have straps that are at least two fingers wide.  Shirts must cover the student’s midriff and not show any part of their stomach.
  • Clothing that contains inappropriate or offensive language or pictures including drug and/or alcohol references and weapons will not be allowed.
  • Anything that can be considered distracting to learning including gang-related colors, bandanas, loud or distracting clothing will not be allowed.

School administration will have the final say in this matter.  If a student is found to be wearing something that is not deemed school appropriate, the staff member will ask the student to go to the office.  They will be asked to “remedy” the dress code issue.  If the student refuses to change their clothing or cover up clothing, the parent/guardian will be contacted and the student will be sent home suspended for that day.

Cell Phones                                                                                                                                                 Cell phones cannot be used during your lunch time and/or during your recess time.  Cell phones can be used after 2:46 pm.

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DDHS Announcement – Wednesday, September 14, 2016

September 14, 2016, 8:08 am
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Wednesday, September 14, 2016

DDHS Lunch Menu:

Big Daddy Pizza, Cheeseburger, Hotdog, Stuffed Shells, Mixed Greens, Soup, Corn, Peas, Pineapple, Fruit, Milk

Announcements:

If you are interested in studying overseas next year, please see Ms. Martin ASAP. Applications are due by October 17th.

The Youth Options program allows public high school juniors and seniors who meet certain requirements to take post-secondary courses at a Wisconsin technical college, a UW System college or university, a Wisconsin tribally controlled college, or a Wisconsin private, nonprofit college or university. The deadline for applications for the Spring semester is October 1st. Please don’t hesitate to see Mr. Shade for more information or go tohttp://dpi.wi.gov/youthoptions.

Calling all “Bookies” – Mrs. Fleck is looking for a group of students who would like to help bring our library into the 21st Century. What does it entail? A few “Brainstorming” sessions and after that it is up to you on how involved YOU want to be. Stop by the library and sign up!

Attention All Students: Driver Ed classes are now open and available for DDHS students to enroll in for credit. Two classes are ready for you to enroll in now. Class 1 on Wednesday evenings at 6:30-8:30pm and class 2 at DDHS on Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday after school at 3:20-5:20pm. Check out our website at www.wallacesonewaydrivingschool.com .Payments can be made online or in the main office.

A Representative from the US Navy will be visiting D.D.H.S on Wednesday, September 14th, from 11:00 – 12:15 in the Student Services conference room during all 3 lunch periods.

Attention Students: We will have our first FBLA meeting on Thursday, September 15 at 2:55. New members are welcome. Meet in room 144 (Mrs Scott’s room).

Attention All Students: Chromebook Care is only $10.00 this school year. It’s a good idea to have this purchased in case you have any damage to your new Chromebook. You have until end-of-day Friday, September 16 to purchase Chromebook Care.

DDHS Community Service Opportunity! Help Senior CJ Morse at this Saturday’s KIDS CORNER at downtown Delavan’s Scarecrow Fest on Saturday, September 17, 2016. She needs DDHS students to help with fun activities for young kids. You can volunteer by talking to CJ or by going online to DAYSFoundation.org/volunteer. Shifts from (9am – 1pm) or (12:45 – 4pm).

A Representative from Carroll University, Waukesha, WI will be visiting D.D.H.S on Monday, September 19th, from 9:30 – 10:30 in the Student Services conference room. Please stop in to Student Services to sign up. You must have your teacher’s permission to attend.

Community Service Opportunity: Help with the SMILES organization. S.M.I.L.E.S. is looking for (4) volunteers to set up and run a games table as entertainment for young children at their Superstar Student Horse Show event. SMILES will provide the materials; volunteers will set up and run the games. The event is on Saturday, September 24, 2016 from 9:30 – 2:30 pm. You can get more information and volunteer by going to the DAYS Website and clicking on the ‘volunteer’ tab (www.daysfoundation.org/volunteer).

Community Service Opportunity: Help with Delavan Christian School Pie-Making and Sale Saturday, October 8, 2016 to: (1) Provide childcare – crafts, games, playground, etc. for children younger than 3rd grade (2) Help on the Apple Pie Assembly Line and help in the fun of assembling apple pies. Volunteers may work the morning shift (7:30 – 11:30), the afternoon shift (12:00 – 4:00) or all day. More information is available on the DAYS website: Go to www.daysfoundation.org/volunteer

If you are interested in studying overseas next year, please see Ms. Martin ASAP. Applications are due by October 17th.

Sophomores and Juniors: If interested sign up to take the Pre-SAT/National Merit Scholarship Corporation. By taking this test you can see if you qualify for any National Merit Scholarships, your college readiness, estimated SAT score and academic strengths/weaknesses. Only juniors are eligible for the National Merit Scholarship. The test date is October 19th, 2016. The cost for the test is $15. The sign up will remain open September 22th, 2016. You may also grab a Quick Reference Guide to the PSAT in Student Services. Once you pay you will be given a Student Guide to help you prepare for the test. Any questions, please contact Ms. McIlquham.

A Representative from UW Rock County & all 2 Yr Campuses will be visiting DDHS on Friday, September 23rd from 9:30-10:30 in the Student Services conference room.

A rep from Gateway Technical College, Elkhorn WI will be visiting DDHS Student Services on Tuesday, September 27th from 8:00 – 9:00 in the Student Services conference room.

A Representative from the US Air Force will be visiting D.D.H.S on Tuesday, October 4th, from 11:00 – 12:15 in the Student Services conference room during all 3 lunch periods.

A Representative from St Ambrose University, Davenport, IA will be visiting D.D.H.S on Wednesday, October 5th, from 12:30 – 1:30 in the Student Services conference room. Please stop in to Student Services to sign up. You must have your teacher’s permission to attend.

A Representative from Cardinal Stritch University, Milwaukee, WI will be visiting DHHS on Thursday, October 6th, from 10:00 – 11:00 in the Student Services conference room.

A Representative from Ripon College, Ripon, WI will be visiting DDHS on Thursday, October 6th from 1:00 -2:00 in the Student Services conference room.

UW Whitewater is offering an “All Expense Paid” day to any girl interested in Business on Friday, October 14th. Please contact Ms. Slawson in RM# 142, if you are interested.

A Representative from UW Whitewater, Whitewater, WI will be visiting DDHS on Monday, October 24th from 9:30 -10:30 in the Student Services conference room.

A Representative from UW Milwaukee, Milwaukee WI will be visiting DDHS on Thursday, October 27th from 1:00 – 2:00 in the Student Services Conference Room.

A Representative from Northern Michigan University, Marquette, Michigan will be visiting DDHS on Tuesday, November 1st from 8:30-9:30 in the Student Services conference room.

Co-Curricular Activities:

No Activities Scheduled

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Beginning Band/Orchestra nights are Sept, 19-20

September 15, 2016, 11:21 am
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Delavan-Darien High School band and orchestra members visited Darien Elementary School these first few weeks of school to give students a taste of our amazing instrumental music programs!

The High School musicians played a variety of selections, piquing the interests of fourth and fifth graders looking to get into band or orchestra.

Students can join orchestra when in fourth grade, and begin playing a woodwind, brass or percussion instrument  in fifth grade.

Beginning band sign up night is Monday, September 19. Beginning Orchestra sign up night is Tuesday, September 20.

Parents and students can come to the Darien Elementary School gym any time between 4-8 p.m. to learn about instrument rental and to confirm your child’s participation.

Fifth-grade orchestra lessons will begin the week of September 19. If your child participated last year, no additional sign up is necessary. Student’s can use their instrument from last year.

Contact Mr. Finnegan if you need information on renting an instrument: pfinnegan@ddschools.org or call: 262-233-6437.

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Hola Padres y Estudiantes de 4º y 5º Grado de la Escuela Primaria Darien,
Esta es una llamada para recordarles que los estudiantes pueden formar parte de la orquesta cuando ellos están en cuarto grado, y pueden empezar a tocar instrumentos de viento, cobre, o de percusión en quinto grado.Tendremos una noche de información e inscripciones para el inicio de Banda el Lunes 19 de Septiembre. La noche de información e inscripciones para el inicio de la Orquesta será el Martes 20 de Septiembre.

Ambos eventos se llevarán a cabo de 4-8 p.m. en el gimnasio de la Escuela Primaria Darien. Los padres y sus estudiantes pueden venir a las noches de infomación e inscripciones para obtener información sobre la renta de los instrumentos y para confirmar la participación de su estudiante en la banda o la orquesta.

Las lecciones para la orquesta de quinto grado comenzarán la semana del 19 de Septiembre. Si su estudiante participó el año pasado, no necesita inscribirlo de nuevo. Él o ella puede usar su instrumento del año pasado.

Si tienen alguna pregunta sobre la banda, orquesta, o sobre los instrumentos, por favor llamen a Mr. Peter Finnegan at 262-233-6437.

Gracias.
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09/16/2016 DDHS Student Bulletin

September 16, 2016, 7:11 am
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Friday, September 16, 2016

DDHS Lunch Menu:

Cheese Quesadilla, Pork BBQ, Chicken Pattie, Grilled Cheese, Mixed Greens, Soup, Corn, Green Beans, Veggie Sticks w/ Dip, Peaches, Fruit, Milk

Announcements:

Homecoming Week is coming up soon! This year’s theme is Around the World. Tickets for the Homecoming Dance will be on sale during lunch only starting on Monday, September 26th. Guest passes will be sold only to students who have completed and returned the guest pass permission slip. Guest pass forms will be available on Monday, September 19th in the Athletic office. They must be returned to the Athletic office no later than 3pmon Wednesday, September 28th.

Attention Students & Staff – Announcement from Mr. Karedes, Principal:

Students are not allowed to go to their cars during the school day. Please remember to bring everything you need from your vehicle when you arrive, including books, lunch, projects, Chromebooks, etc. If you have questions, please see Mr. Karedes.

Student Parking Permits – Warning! Warning! All students need to purchase a parking permit from main office if you use student parking lots. Failure to purchase a permit will result in a parking violation ticket. This will be in affect starting next week Mon. 9/19. To purchase a parking permit all school fees and fines need to be paid. Cost for permits is $15 for first permit – $5 for any thereafter. Please note if you chose not to purchase a permit there is limited parking on the public streets. Thanks for your cooperation.

If you are interested in studying overseas next year, please see Ms. Martin ASAP. Applications are due by October 17th.

The Youth Options program allows public high school juniors and seniors who meet certain requirements to take post-secondary courses at a Wisconsin technical college, a UW System college or university, a Wisconsin tribally controlled college, or a Wisconsin private, nonprofit college or university. The deadline for applications for the Spring semester is October 1st. Please don’t hesitate to see Mr. Shade for more information or go tohttp://dpi.wi.gov/youthoptions.

Calling all “Bookies” – Mrs. Fleck is looking for a group of students who would like to help bring our library into the 21st Century. What does it entail? A few “Brainstorming” sessions and after that it is up to you on how involved YOU want to be. Stop by the library and sign up!

Attention All Students: Driver Ed classes are now open and available for DDHS students to enroll in for credit. Two classes are ready for you to enroll in now. Class 1 on Wednesday evenings at 6:30-8:30pm and class 2 at DDHSon Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday after school at 3:20-5:20pm. Check out our website at www.wallacesonewaydrivingschool.com .Payments can be made online or in the main office.

Attention All Students: Chromebook Care is only $10.00 this school year. It’s a good idea to have this purchased in case you have any damage to your new Chromebook. You have until end-of-day Friday, September 16 to purchase Chromebook Care.

DDHS Community Service Opportunity! Help Senior CJ Morse at this Saturday’s KIDS CORNER at downtown Delavan’s Scarecrow Fest on Saturday, September 17, 2016. She needs DDHS students to help with fun activities for young kids. You can volunteer by talking to CJ or by going online to DAYSFoundation.org/volunteer. Shifts from (9am – 1pm) or (12:45 – 4pm).

A Representative from Carroll University, Waukesha, WI will be visiting D.D.H.S on Monday, September 19th, from9:30 – 10:30 in the Student Services conference room. Please stop in to Student Services to sign up. You must have your teacher’s permission to attend.

Community Service Opportunity: Help with the SMILES organization. S.M.I.L.E.S. is looking for (4) volunteers to set up and run a games table as entertainment for young children at their Superstar Student Horse Show event. SMILES will provide the materials; volunteers will set up and run the games. The event is on Saturday, September 24, 2016 from 9:30 – 2:30 pm. You can get more information and volunteer by going to the DAYS Website and clicking on the ‘volunteer’ tab (www.daysfoundation.org/volunteer).

Community Service Opportunity: Help with Delavan Christian School Pie-Making and Sale Saturday, October 8, 2016 to: (1) Provide childcare – crafts, games, playground, etc. for children younger than 3rd grade (2) Help on the Apple Pie Assembly Line and help in the fun of assembling apple pies. Volunteers may work the morning shift (7:30 – 11:30), the afternoon shift (12:00 – 4:00) or all day. More information is available on the DAYS website: Go towww.daysfoundation.org/volunteer

If you are interested in studying overseas next year, please see Ms. Martin ASAP. Applications are due by October 17th.

Sophomores and Juniors: If interested sign up to take the Pre-SAT/National Merit Scholarship Corporation. By taking this test you can see if you qualify for any National Merit Scholarships, your college readiness, estimated SAT score and academic strengths/weaknesses. Only juniors are eligible for the National Merit Scholarship. The test date isOctober 19th, 2016. The cost for the test is $15. The sign up will remain open September 22th, 2016. You may also grab a Quick Reference Guide to the PSAT in Student Services. Once you pay you will be given a Student Guide to help you prepare for the test. Any questions, please contact Ms. McIlquham.

A Representative from UW Rock County & all 2 Yr Campuses will be visiting DDHS on Friday, September 23rd from 9:30-10:30 in the Student Services conference room.

A rep from Gateway Technical College, Elkhorn WI will be visiting DDHS Student Services on Tuesday, September 27th from 8:00 – 9:00 in the Student Services conference room.

A Representative from the US Air Force will be visiting D.D.H.S on Tuesday, October 4th, from 11:00 – 12:15 in the Student Services conference room during all 3 lunch periods.

A Representative from St Ambrose University, Davenport, IA will be visiting D.D.H.S on Wednesday, October 5th, from 12:30 – 1:30 in the Student Services conference room. Please stop in to Student Services to sign up. You must have your teacher’s permission to attend.

A Representative from Cardinal Stritch University, Milwaukee, WI will be visiting DHHS on Thursday, October 6th, from 10:00 – 11:00 in the Student Services conference room.

A Representative from Ripon College, Ripon, WI will be visiting DDHS on Thursday, October 6th from 1:00 -2:00 in the Student Services conference room.

A Representative from the U.S. Navy will be visiting DDHS on Monday, October 12th from 11:00 – 12:15 in the Student Services conference room.

UW Whitewater is offering an “All Expense Paid” day to any girl interested in Business on Friday, October 14th. Please contact Ms. Slawson in RM# 142, if you are interested.

A Representative from UW Whitewater, Whitewater, WI will be visiting DDHS on Monday, October 24th from 9:30 -10:30 in the Student Services conference room.

A Representative from UW Milwaukee, Milwaukee WI will be visiting DDHS on Thursday, October 27th from 1:00 – 2:00 in the Student Services Conference Room.

A Representative from Northern Michigan University Marquette – Michigan will be visiting DDHS on Tuesday, November 1st from 8:30-9:30 in the Student Services conference room.

Co-Curricular Activities:

  • 6:30pm Soccer: Boys Varsity Invitational Eau Claire North, Fox Valley Lutheran, Grafton, Howards Grove, Xavier vs. Xavier @ Xavier
  • 7:00pm Cheerleading Borg Memorial Field (Stadium)
  • 7:00pm Football: Varsity Game vs. Badger @ DDHS – Borg Stadium

 

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2016 Blue & Gold Bash Fundraiser

September 16, 2016, 8:18 am
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The Delavan-Darien Foundation’s

Blue & Gold Bash

At the Rosewood Theater • 5:30-9 p.m., Friday, Nov. 11, 2016.

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The Event Features:


Cocktails

Cocktail hour features cash bar with signature event drinks, fine wine and craft beers available.

Multiple Dinner Stations

Chef-attended stations featuring fresh, farm-to-table cuisine and the finest Midwestern hospitality.

Wine and Microbrew Tasting

Sample some of Wisconsin’s finest wines and beers from area brewers, including Wisconsin Brewing Company’s Inaugural Red.

Silent Auction

Bid on many great items from area supporters. All proceeds benefit our student scholarships program.

Interactive Game Shows

Fun-for-all game shows for guests with special buy-in games and chances to win fabulous prizes.

Come Out. Great Food. Great Fun. Great Cause.

The Delavan-Darien Foundation supports area graduates with scholarships for continuing education endeavors.

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Ticket Info


Tickets are $35.

ONLINE TICKET ORDERING COMING SOON!
Check back here for details.

Guests must be 21 or older.


Sponsorships


Sponsorships are available and are appreciated! Much of our revenue for scholarships comes via our event sponsors and silent auction.

For more information, click the sponsorship tabs below.

Sponsorship Deadline: November 1


Comet Champion ($1,000)

  • Two tickets and name recognition at event.

  • Time to talk about your business at the event.

  • Large Logos  on event TV monitors and banner.

  • Logo displayed on bar-area placards.

  • Logo listing on event website and social media.

Platinum Dinner Sponsor ($750)

  • Two tickets and name recognition at event.

  • Large Logos  on event TV monitors and banner.

  • Logo displayed on food station placard.

  • Logo listing on event website and social media.

Gold Sponsorship ($500)

  • Two tickets and name recognition at event.

  • Small Logo on event TV monitor and banner.

  • Logo listing on event website and social media.

Blue Sponsorship ($250)

  • Name recognition at event.

  • Name on event TV monitors and banner

  • Text listing on event website.

Auction Item Donation

  • Name recognition at event by your item(s).

  • Name displayed on event TV monitors.

  • Text listing on event website.

NOTE: If you would like to donate a basket, please contact:
Leslie Warnecke
262-7140-0472
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Map and Directions


The Rosewood is located at: 2484 County Rd O South, Delavan, Wis.


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Questions/Contact


For questions about the event, please contact:

Lori Grover
Event Coordinator
815-289-6974
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Sarah Logterman
Foundation President
262-728-1497
email

Mike Heine
Foundation Secretary
262-233-6762
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Leslie Warnecke
Foundation Treasurer
262-740-0472
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About Delavan-Darien’s Scholarship Program


The Delavan-Darien School District Foundation is a non-profit, tax-exempt organization established to raise funds for the School District of Delavan-Darien, its students, teachers, staff and facilities. The Foundation is governed by a nine-member board of directors who approve all expenditures, grants and scholarships awarded by the Foundation. Each director is elected on a three-year term and can serve no more than three consecutive terms.

In 2016, 38 of the school’s top 45 academically-ranked graduating students (through seven semesters) all got at least one local scholarship award.

The Delavan-Darien Foundation awarded $72,400 in scholarships to 48 students.

The total local scholarship amount from 132 area scholarship providers — including awards managed by the Delavan-Darien School District Scholarship Foundation — was $144,350, going to 65 total students.

Including nearly $541,000 in other awards and grants from outside the area, graduates were awarded $685,250 for their continuing educations (local and non-local scholarships).


Class of 2016 Scholarship Recipients

The Foundation Scholarship recipients included:

  • Kyra Brady, Balestrieri Family Foundation Scholarships, $1000;
  • Christopher McKay, Balestrieri Family Foundation Scholarships, $1000;
  • Raquelle Simons, Benson Family Scholarship, $6000;
  • Cristina Bahaveolos, Bohn Family Leadership Scholarship, $10000;
  • Brody Cunningham, Burdette W. Holt Memorial, $250;
  • Sarah Van Dan, Charles Wileman Memorial, $750;
  • Oscar Nova-Hernandez, Cinco de Mayo, $500;
  • Vanessa Valadez, Claude & Kathryn Davis Family Scholarship, $6000;
  • William Brown, Darien Corn Festival/Chuck & Su Brown Award, $1000;
  • Christopher Aguilar, Delavan-Darien Foundation Award, $250;
  • Brittany Bruhn, Delavan-Darien Foundation Award, $250;
  • Lucas DeLara, Delavan-Darien Foundation Award, $250;
  • Haley Gilson, Delavan-Darien Foundation Award, $250;
  • Shelby Gramly, Delavan-Darien Foundation Award, $250;
  • Lauren Hamell, Delavan-Darien Foundation Award, $250;
  • Ahtziri Hernandez, Delavan-Darien Foundation Award, $250;
  • Uriel Reyes, Delavan-Darien Foundation Award, $250;
  • Dallas Fritzinger, Delavan-Darien Foundation Memorial Awards, $1000;
  • Erica Ivins, Delavan-Darien Foundation Memorial Awards, $1000;
  • Savana Lynn, Delavan-Darien Foundation Memorial Awards, $1000;
  • Aatmik Patel, Delavan-Darien Foundation Memorial Awards, $1000;
  • Joshua Pickel, Delavan-Darien Foundation Memorial Awards, $1000;
  • Amber Reed, Delavan-Darien Foundation Memorial Awards, $1000;
  • Aliyah Sanders, Delavan-Darien Foundation Memorial Awards, $1000;
  • Jailyn Schroeder, Delavan-Darien Foundation Memorial Awards, $1000;
  • David Vegter, Delavan-Darien Foundation Memorial Awards, $1000;
  • Melonie Wright, Delavan-Darien Foundation Memorial Awards, $1000;
  • Sarah Van Dan, Donald Lucius & Jean Ellyn Smith Scholarship, $1000;
  • Cassidy Timmerman, Donna Bucholz Memorial Scholarship, $1000;
  • Katelyn Gonzalez, Doug Kahl Memorial Scholarship, $1000;
  • Megan Rupnik, Eugene Schmig Memorial Scholarship, $1000;
  • Vanessa Valadez, First Generation Dream Scholarship, $2000;
  • Jennah Speth, First National Bank and Trust, $1000;
  • Nathan Johnson, Gene Shreves Awards, $2000;
  • Cole Castel, Howard Knapp Award, $600;
  • Christopher McKay, Irvin C. and Harriett B. Llewellyn Award, $1000;
  • Aatmik Patel, Irvin C. and Harriett B. Llewellyn Award, $1000;
  • Katelyn Gonzalez, Jason M. Sterken Memorial Scholarship, $1000;
  • Clair Gamble, Jim Santy Community Service Scholarship, $1000;
  • Danielle Mohr, Kathleen Frederick Reader Memorial Award, $1000;
  • Sarah Van Dan, Ken and Elaine Danielson Memorial Scholarship Award, $1200;
  • Michelle Johnson, McGinnis Education Award, $1000;
  • Aatmik Patel, Merlin Moser Award, $1000;
  • Sarah Van Dan, Merlin Moser Award, $1000;
  • Nathan Johnson, Michael J. Dillner Memorial Award, $750;
  • David Vegter, Michael J. Dillner Memorial Award, $750;
  • Taylor Mortlock, Mike & Carol Murphy Family Scholarship, $2500;
  • Claudia Nieuwenhuis, Nanette Nicolay Memorial Scholarship, $500;
  • Cristian Rodriguez Aranda, Patrick Schmitt Memorial Scholarship, $500;
  • Cristian Rodriguez Aranda, Richard McClellan Smith Memorial Award, $500;
  • Danielle Mohr, Robert Michael Koval Memorial Award, $500;
  • William Brown, Robert Torrenga Memorial, $300;
  • Allison DeJong, Robert Torrenga Memorial, $300;
  • Haley Mueller, Stephanie Roherty Memorial Scholarship, $500;
  • Jailyn Schroeder, Stephanie Roherty Memorial Scholarship, $500;
  • David Vegter, Thrivent Financial Generosity Scholarship, $1000;
  • Anya Jeninga, Town Bank Awards, $2000;
  • Katelyn Gonzalez, Wallace Zimmerman Memorial Award, $1000;
  • Ian Showalter, William Boone Memorial Scholarship, $500;
  • Brittany Bruhn, William L. Fleck Memorial Scholarship, $1000;
  • Pablo Cook-Lavariega, William L. Fleck Memorial Scholarship, $1000;
  • Jace Banasik, William L. Fleck Memorial Scholarship, $1000.

The other local scholarship recipients included:

  • Claudia Nieuwenhuis, American Legion Aux Award Unit 95, $750;
  • Morgan Holmes, American Legion Award Post 95, $1000;
  • Cassidy Timmerman, Aurora Health Care Award, $1000;
  • William Brown, Borg Foundation Achievement Scholarship, $4000;
  • John Loomer, Carrie Schuknecht Scholarship, $500;
  • Christopher McKay, Darien Fire Department-Dennis Doering, $250;
  • Brody Cunningham, Darien Woman’s Club, $750;
  • Kayla Yakes, Darien Woman’s Club, $750;
  • Clair Gamble, Delavan Lioness Club, $1000;
  • Brody Cunningham, Delavan Lions Club, $1000;
  • Jarrett Forster, Delavan Lions Club, $1000;
  • Katelyn Gonzalez, Delavan Lions Club, $1000;
  • Cassidy Timmerman, Delavan Lions Club, $1000;
  • Jose Lemus, Delavan Soccer Club, $350;
  • Claudia Nieuwenhuis, Delavan Soccer Club, $350;
  • Zachary Koch, Delavan Youth Football Scholarship, $500;
  • Gage Wuttke, Delavan Youth Football Scholarship, $500;
  • Carly Dodge, Delavan-Darien Booster Club Award, $1000;
  • Zachary Koch, Delavan-Darien Booster Club Award, $1000;
  • Danielle Mohr, Delavan-Darien Booster Club Award, $1000;
  • Chris Ruesch, Delavan-Darien Booster Club Award, $1000;
  • Gage Wuttke, Delavan-Darien Booster Club Award, $1000;
  • Katelyn Gonzalez, Delavan-Darien Education Association Award, $1000;
  • Nicole VanDyken, Delavan-Darien Friends of the Visual and Performing Arts Scholarship, $1500;
  • Zachary Koch, Delavan-Darien High School Football Scholarship, $1000;
  • Danielle Mohr, Delavan-Darien Masonic Scholarship, $1000;
  • Claudia Nieuwenhuis, Delavan-Darien Masonic Scholarship, $1000;
  • Anthony Arias, Delavan-Darien Rotary Club (2 YEAR), $1000;
  • Brody Cunningham, Delavan-Darien Rotary Club (4 YEAR), $1000;
  • Katelyn Gonzalez, Delavan-Darien Youth Wrestling Club, $500;
  • Megan Rupnik, Delavan-Delavan Lake Area Chamber of Commerce Award, $500;
  • David Vegter, Dora S. Arthur Financial Aid Fund, $500;
  • Brody Cunningham, Fairfield Grange, $1000;
  • Katelynn Greidanus, Fairfield Grange, $1000;
  • Brittany Bruhn, FFA Alumni Scholarship, $1000;
  • Brody Cunningham, FFA Alumni Scholarship, $1000;
  • Katelynn Greidanus, FFA Alumni Scholarship, $1000;
  • Haley Mueller, FFA Alumni Scholarship, $500;
  • Alesia Riley, FFA Alumni Scholarship, $500;
  • Jennah Speth, FFA Alumni Scholarship, $1000;
  • Raquelle Simons, Florence Dunwiddie Memorial Fund, $500;
  • Anya Jeninga, George W. Borg and Effie Borg Scholarship, $2000;
  • Cassidy Timmerman, George W. Borg and Effie Borg Scholarship, $2000;
  • Allison Dejong, George W. Borg Foundation Inc. Science Scholarship, $8000;
  • Katie Flitcroft, Jacqueline Yanke Memorial, $300;
  • Cole Castel, Jeremiah Millard Memorial Scholarship, $500;
  • Nathan Johnson, Jeremiah Millard Memorial Scholarship, $500;
  • Carly Dodge, Kay Waelti Memorial, $500;
  • Jarrett Forster, Kay Waelti Memorial, $500;
  • Jasmine Harmeyer, Kay Waelti Memorial, $500;
  • Ian Showalter, Kay Waelti Memorial, $500;
  • Kayla Yakes, Kay Waelti Memorial, $500;
  • Gage Wuttke, Kikkoman Foods, Inc. Scholarship, $3000;
  • Jacob Klewin, Lake Lawn Resort Award, $1000;
  • Megan Rupnik, Lakeland Medical Center Medical Staff Scholarship, $2000;
  • Michelle Johnson, Lynda Cooper Memorial Scholarship, $500;
  • Nicole VanDyken, National School Orchestra Association, $500;
  • Madison Cameron, Piggly Wiggly, $1000;
  • Haley Mueller, Piggly Wiggly, $1000;
  • Oscar Nova-Hernandez, Robert Labonne Scholarship, $400;
  • Brody Cunningham, Sherry L. Rozell Memorial Award, $500;
  • John Loomer, Sherry L. Rozell Memorial Award, $500;
  • Ethan Price, SPX Flow, Delavan Scholarship, $5000;
  • Daniel Smith, Vincent James Agius Memorial, $300;
  • Taylor Mortlock, Walworth County Deputy Sheriff’s Association Scholarship, $500;
  • Ian Showalter, Walworth County Deputy Sheriff’s Association Scholarship, $500;
  • David Vegter, Walworth County Deputy Sheriff’s Association Scholarship, $500;
  • Michelle Johnson, Mary Ann Butler Memorial Scholarship Elkhorn Chemical & Packaging, $500;
  • Brie Anne Mick, Mary Ann Butler Memorial Scholarship TLC Cleaning Service, $500.

Non-Local Scholarships (as reported by students)

  • Clair Gamble, Hertiage Scholarship, $32000 (Viterbo University);
  • Nicholas Anditon, Kohl Initiative Scholarship, $3000;
  • Jennah Speth, Softball Scholarship, $140000 (University of Illinios at Chicago);
  • Cristina Bahaveolos, WI Academic Excellence, $9000;
  • Gage Wuttke, WI Academic Excellence, $9000;
  • Anthony Arias, Technical Excellence, $6750;
  • Nathan Johnson, Technical Excellence, $6750;
  • Erica Ivins, Alexia Scholarship, $40000 (Alverno College);
  • Michelle Johnson, Mary Mollison Legacy Scholarship, $12000 (Marian University);
  • Cole Castel, Diversity Scholar Award, $32000 (University of Wisconsin- Eau Claire);
  • Racquelle Simons, Pere Marquette Award, $50000 (Marquette University);
  • Cristina Bahaveolos, Citizen Sholarship, $100 (Daughters of the American Revolution);
  • Cristina Bahaveolos, Arts Scholarship, $200 (Walworth County Arts Council);
  • Crisitna Bahaveolos, Academic Scholarship, $44860 (University of Wisconsin-Madison);
  • Haley Gilson, Sonnentag Foundation, $1500 (Central Processing);
  • David Vegter, Community First Credit Union Fox Cities Marathon Scholarship, $1750;
  • Nicole VanDyken, Music Education, $2000 (University of Wisconsin-Whitewater);
  • William Brown, Academic Scholarship, $74000 (Carroll University);
  • Cassidy Timmerman, Academic Scholarship, $64000 (Carroll University);
  • Danielle Mohr, Academic Scholarship, $12000 (UW- Madison).
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Phoenix Announcements: 9/16/2016

September 16, 2016, 11:26 am
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Friday, September 16, 2016
Today is an A Day

Lunch Menu
Sub Sandwich, Chicken Pattie, Meatball Sandwich, Mixed Greens, Baked Beans, Veggie Sticks, Dip, Peaches and Milk

Happy Birthday to:
Hazerim Lechuga
Lizbet Valadez
9/17 Allison Rosencrans
9/18 Elizabeth Sanchez

After School Activities
September Activity Night 6-8 pm

Upcoming Events
10/5/2016: Parent/Teacher Conferences 4-8 pm
10/17/2016: NO SCHOOL – Teacher Inservice
10/20/2016: Lifetouch Picture Re-take Day
10/24/2016: Boy’s Basketball Season Begins
10/28/2016: October Activity Night 6-8 pm

September Activity Night
Who: All Phoenix Middle School Students are Welcome!
Where: Phoenix Cafeteria and Gym
When: Friday, September 16, 2016
Time: 6pm-8pm — Doors are locked at 6:30 sharp!
Why: To get together with your friends and make new ones. Help Washington D.C students with their trip.

There will be dancing, open gym. You can buy pizza, soda and snacks.
Entrance cost is $4 or $3 with your ID

Chromebook Care
Chromebook Care is only $10.00 this school year. It’s a good idea to have this purchased in case you have any damage to your new Chromebook. You have until the end-of-the-day TODAY, Friday, September 16th to purchase Chromebook Care.

Student Newspaper
The Phoenix student newspaper will hold their first meeting on Thursday, Sept. 22 from 2:50-3:50 in Mrs. Eglite’s room, 185 (8th grade hallway). If you can’t make it, send her an email (reglite@ddschools.org) Hope to see you there!

National Hispanic Heritage Month
Don’t forget the Hispanic Heritage Month trivia. You could win a gift card!

She was the first Mexican American to receive a major publishing contract for a work about Mexican American women. (There is a clue near the keyboarding classroom!)

Dress Code
The following are the guidelines that staff members at Phoenix School follow when enforcing the school dress code:
• Shorts and skirts should come to the student’s fingertips or lower when their arms are down to their side.
• Students can not wear spaghetti-strap or thin strapped tank tops, halter tops, one shoulder tops, or tube tops. Shirts should not be cut below the armpit in the front, side, or back. All tank tops must have straps that are at least two fingers wide. Shirts must cover the student’s midriff and not show any part of their stomach.
• Clothing that contains inappropriate or offensive language or pictures including drug and/or alcohol references and weapons will not be allowed.
• Anything that can be considered distracting to learning including gang-related colors, bandanas, loud or distracting clothing will not be allowed.
School administration will have the final say in this matter. If a student is found to be wearing something that is not deemed school appropriate, the staff member will ask the student to go to the office. They will be asked to “remedy” the dress code issue. If the student refuses to change their clothing or cover up clothing, the parent/guardian will be contacted and the student will be sent home suspended for that day.

Cell Phones
Cell phones cannot be used during your lunch time and/or during your recess time. Cell phones can be used after 2:46 pm.

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Phoenix Announcements: 9/19/2016

September 19, 2016, 6:06 am
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Monday, September 19, 2016
Today is a B Day

Lunch Menu
French Bread Pizza, Grilled Chicken, Hamburger, Mixed Greens, Carrots, Green Beans, Pineapple, Fruit and Milk

Happy Birthday to:
Aislinn Martinez
Ruby Perez
Wyatt Dreblow
Tanya Mollado

After School Activities
No events tonight

Upcoming Events
10/5/2016: Parent/Teacher Conferences 4-8 pm
10/17/2016: NO SCHOOL – Teacher Inservice
10/20/2016: Lifetouch Picture Re-take Day
10/24/2016: Boy’s Basketball Season Begins
10/28/2016: October Activity Night 6-8 pm
Student Newspaper
The Phoenix student newspaper will hold their first meeting on Thursday, Sept. 22 from 2:50-3:50 in Mrs. Eglite’s room, 185 (8th grade hallway). If you can’t make it, send her an email (reglite@ddschools.org) Hope to see you there!

National Hispanic Heritage Month
Don’t forget the Hispanic Heritage Month trivia. You could win a gift card!

She was the first Mexican American to receive a major publishing contract for a work about Mexican American women. (There is a clue near the keyboarding classroom!)

Dress Code
The following are the guidelines that staff members at Phoenix School follow when enforcing the school dress code:
• Shorts and skirts should come to the student’s fingertips or lower when their arms are down to their side.
• Students can not wear spaghetti-strap or thin strapped tank tops, halter tops, one shoulder tops, or tube tops. Shirts should not be cut below the armpit in the front, side, or back. All tank tops must have straps that are at least two fingers wide. Shirts must cover the student’s midriff and not show any part of their stomach.
• Clothing that contains inappropriate or offensive language or pictures including drug and/or alcohol references and weapons will not be allowed.
• Anything that can be considered distracting to learning including gang-related colors, bandanas, loud or distracting clothing will not be allowed.
School administration will have the final say in this matter. If a student is found to be wearing something that is not deemed school appropriate, the staff member will ask the student to go to the office. They will be asked to “remedy” the dress code issue. If the student refuses to change their clothing or cover up clothing, the parent/guardian will be contacted and the student will be sent home suspended for that day.

Cell Phones
Cell phones cannot be used during your lunch time and/or during your recess time. Cell phones can be used after 2:46 pm.

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DDHS Announcements: 9/19/2016

September 19, 2016, 7:05 am
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DDHS Lunch Menu:

French Bread Pizza, Grilled Chicken, Hamburger, BBQ Pork Rib, Mixed Greens, Soup, Carrots, Green Beans, Pineapple, Milk

Announcements:

Good morning Delavan-Darien High School Students!  This Friday, September 23rd we will be having a school-wide assembly that will take place in the senior parking lot.  This assembly will take place the last 45 minutes of the school day.  You will be able to check out some of the best skaters, BMXers and inline skaters in the world, while learning about the dangers of bullying, presented by ASA Entertainment.

DDHS Community Service Opportunity: Tuesday Oct. 4, Wednesday, Oct. 5 and Thursday, Oct. 6 TC is having their Academic Parent Teacher Team conferences at from 5:30 p.m-7:00 p.m.  They are seeking a few high school students to supervise school age children starting at 5:15 p.m. until 7 in TC gym during the conferences. TC will provide activities, snacks and a movie, so all they would need to do is show up and play with kids for a few hours. Please sign up in Student Services

Homecoming Week is coming up soon! This year’s theme is Around the World. Tickets for the Homecoming Dance will be on sale during lunch only starting on Monday, September 26th.  Guest passes will be sold only to students who have completed and returned the guest pass permission slip.  Guest pass forms will be available on Monday, September 19th in the Athletic office. They must be returned to the Athletic office no later than 3pm on Wednesday, September 28th.

Attention Students & Staff – Announcement from Mr. Karedes, Principal: Students are not allowed to go to their cars during the school day.  Please remember to bring everything you need from your vehicle when you arrive, including books, lunch, projects, Chromebooks, etc.   If you have questions, please see Mr. Karedes.

Student Parking Permits – Warning!  Warning!  All students need to purchase a parking permit from main office if you use student parking lots.  Failure to purchase a permit will result in a parking violation ticket.  This will be in affect starting next week Mon. 9/19.  To purchase a parking permit all school fees and fines need to be paid.  Cost for permits is $15 for first permit – $5 for any thereafter. Please note if you chose not to purchase a permit there is limited parking on the public streets.  Thanks for your cooperation.

If you are interested in studying overseas next year, please see Ms. Martin ASAP. Applications are due by October 17th.

The Youth Options program allows public high school juniors and seniors who meet certain requirements to take post-secondary courses at a Wisconsin technical college, a UW System college or university, a Wisconsin tribally controlled college, or a Wisconsin private, nonprofit college or university.  The deadline for applications for the Spring semester is October 1st.  Please don’t hesitate to see Mr. Shade for more information or go to http://dpi.wi.gov/youthoptions.

A Representative from Carroll University, Waukesha, WI will be visiting D.D.H.S on Monday, September 19th, from 9:30 – 10:30 in the Student Services conference room. Please stop in to Student Services to sign up. You must have your teacher’s permission to attend.

Community Service Opportunity: Help with the SMILES organization. S.M.I.L.E.S. is looking for (4) volunteers to set up and run a games table as entertainment for young children at their Superstar Student Horse Show event.  SMILES will provide the materials; volunteers will set up and run the games.  The event is on Saturday, September 24, 2016 from 9:30 – 2:30 pm.  You can get more information and volunteer by going to the DAYS Website and clicking on the ‘volunteer’ tab (www.daysfoundation.org/volunteer).

Community Service Opportunity: Help with Delavan Christian School Pie-Making and Sale Saturday, October 8, 2016 to: (1) Provide childcare – crafts, games, playground, etc. for children younger than 3rd grade (2) Help on the Apple Pie Assembly Line and help in the fun of assembling apple pies. Volunteers may work the morning shift (7:30 – 11:30), the afternoon shift (12:00 – 4:00) or all day.  More information is available on the DAYS website: Go to www.daysfoundation.org/volunteer

If you are interested in studying overseas next year, please see Ms. Martin ASAP. Applications are due by October 17th.

Sophomores and Juniors:  If interested sign up to take the Pre-SAT/National Merit Scholarship Corporation. By taking this test you can see if you qualify for any National Merit Scholarships, your college readiness, estimated SAT score and academic strengths/weaknesses.  Only juniors are eligible for the National Merit Scholarship.  The test date is October 19th, 2016.  The cost for the test is $15.  The sign up will remain open September 22th, 2016.  You may also grab a Quick Reference Guide to the PSAT in Student Services. Once you pay you will be given a Student Guide to help you prepare for the test.  Any questions, please contact Ms. McIlquham.

A Representative from UW Rock County & all 2 Yr Campuses will be visiting DDHS on Friday, September 23rd from 9:30-10:30 in the Student Services conference room.

A rep from Gateway Technical College, Elkhorn WI will be visiting DDHS Student Services on Tuesday, September 27th from 8:00 – 9:00 in the Student Services conference room.

A Representative from the US Air Force will be visiting D.D.H.S on Tuesday, October 4th, from 11:00 – 12:15 in the Student Services conference room during all 3 lunch periods.

A Representative from St Ambrose University, Davenport, IA will be visiting D.D.H.S on Wednesday, October 5th, from 12:30 – 1:30 in the Student Services conference room. Please stop in to Student Services to sign up. You must have your teacher’s permission to attend.

A Representative from Cardinal Stritch University, Milwaukee, WI will be visiting DHHS on Thursday, October 6th, from 10:00 – 11:00 in the Student Services conference room.

Representative from Ripon College, Ripon, WI will be visiting DDHS on Thursday, October 6th from 1:00 -2:00 in the Student Services conference room.

A Representative from the U.S. Navy will be visiting DDHS on Monday, October 12th from 11:00 – 12:15 in the Student Services conference room.

UW Whitewater is offering an “All Expense Paid” day to any girl interested in Business on Friday, October 14th. Please contact Ms. Slawson in RM# 142, if you are interested.

A Representative from UW Whitewater, Whitewater, WI will be visiting DDHS on Monday, October 24th from 9:30 -10:30 in the Student Services conference room.

A Representative from UW Milwaukee, Milwaukee WI will be visiting DDHS on Thursday, October 27th from 1:00 – 2:00 in the Student Services Conference Room.

A Representative from Northern Michigan University Marquette – Michigan will be visiting DDHS on Tuesday, November 1st from 8:30-9:30 in the Student Services conference room.

Juniors & Seniors: The Free Application For Federal Student Aid offers more than $150 billion each year in grants, loans, and work study funds for college or career school.  The application window opens October 1, 2016.  FAFSA and college planning information sessions: Date: October 5, 2016 Location: D-DHS Auditorium Time: 4:00PM-5:00PM Date:  November 3, 2016 Location: D-DHS Auditorium Time: 6:00PM-7:00PM

A Representative from Marion University, Fond du Lac, WI will be visiting DDHS on Thursday, November 3rd from 12:00 – 1:00 in the Student Services conference room.

Co-Curricular Activities:

6:30pm Soccer: Boys Varsity Invitational Eau Claire North, Fox Valley Lutheran, Grafton, Howards Grove, Xavier vs. Xavier @ Xavier

7:00pm Cheerleading Borg Memorial Field (Stadium)

7:00pm Football: Varsity Game vs. Badger @ DDHS – Borg Stadium

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Seasoned theater pro works with DDHS thespians

September 19, 2016, 9:34 am
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Greg Boris, a Wisconsin-born actor and director, visited DDHS on Saturday (Sept. 17) to give a free clinic to current and future DDHS thespians. He spoke to and worked with the school’s Thespian Society members and Vocal Music Director Jim Larson.

Boris graduated from UW-Milwaukee and the University of Cincinnati Conservatory of Music, which is a perennial top five school in the nation for musical theater.

Greg has since been on staff with the Missoula Children’s Theater (MCT) as a tour performer, composer, director, music director, house performer, sound designer and special projects manager. He developed and directs the MCT summer musical theater camp “Next Step Prep.”

He worked with students, giving them tips to improve their singing, acting and stage presence.

Here’s what studentMadlyn Santeler thought about the experience:

Last Saturday Greg Boris came to the school and helped us with singing, acting, and auditions.  The first thing we did was to learn  the difference between supported  and unsupported singing.  Singing happy birthday in different types of voices, Greg helped us  feel and hear the difference between a high, bright, and childish voice, and a rich/deep woman’s voice.  One of the activities was playing catch with a partner using a tennis ball.  After several attempts trying to get everything right (the stance, the arm movement, the hand position, the timing, etc.) we repeated the activity trying to count the number of time the name brand “Wilson” rotated as the ball was thrown to us. Most people caught the ball more often due to the lack of overthinking the process. This idea is the main philosophy in the book “The Inner Game of Music.” Something that Greg said that stood out to me is, “Acting is portraying a believable character in an imaginary situation.”  I thought that he was a genius.  Separating into two groups; one group sat in the school’s auditorium as auditors (judges), while the other group went outside of the auditorium to practice what we would say at an “auditions.”  Once we knew what we were going to say we headed on stage, one by one, and did our auditions. Under the direction of Greg, the auditors chose which of us they would call back based on a character type that the were looking for such as: quirky best friend or nerdy superhero. Finally, Greg helped us with monologue and song preparation.

 

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Completing the FAFSA: How to unlock money for college

September 19, 2016, 9:49 am
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DDHS Juniors & Seniors: The Free Application For Federal Student Aid offers more than $150 billion each year in grants, loans, and work study funds fofafsa2016r college or career school.  The application window opens October 1, 2016.  

DDHS is offering free FAFSA and college planning information sessions:

Session 1

  • Date: October 5, 2016 
  • Location: D-DHS Auditorium
  • Time: 4:00PM-5:00PM

Session 2

  • Date:  November 3, 2016
  • Location: D-DHS Auditorium
  • Time: 6:00PM-7:00PM

Completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is the single-most important thing you can do to receive financial aid to help pay for college.

Learn what it takes to successfully complete it by attending these free presentations!

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DDHS Announcements: 09/20/2016

September 20, 2016, 5:55 am
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Tuesday, September 20, 2016

DDHS Lunch Menu:

Soft Shell Tacos, Bacon Cheeseburger, Grilled Cheese, Mixed Greens, Soup, Corn, Refried Beans, Pears, Fruit, Milk

Announcements:

Attention All Students: AFS International Club will meet today, Tuesday September 20th, at 2:45pm in the LMC. Please see Ms. Martin with any questions.

Photo Club meeting on Thursday, September 22 after school in Room 135. If students are interested, but not able to attend, to please speak to Mrs. Vogt.

ATTENTION ATHLETES: If you are interested in a winter or spring sport and have not completed the online athletic registration yet you may do so at https://delavandarien-ar.rschooltoday.com. Just a reminder! A current physical must be on file and ALL fees have to be paid before you can participate.  If you have questions, please see Mrs Nordahl or Mr Otte in the Athletic Office.

Good morning Delavan-Darien High School Students!  This Friday, September 23rd we will be having a schoolwide assembly that will take place in the senior parking lot.  This assembly will take place the last 45 minutes of the school day.  You will be able to check out some of the best skaters, BMXers and inline skaters in the world, while learning about the dangers of bullying, presented by ASA Entertainment.

DDHS Community Service Opportunity: Tuesday Oct. 4, Wednesday, Oct. 5 and Thursday, Oct. 6 TC is having their Academic Parent Teacher Team conferences at from 5:30 p.m-7:00 p.m.  They are seeking a few high school students to supervise school age children starting at 5:15 p.m. until 7 in TC gym during the conferences. TC will provide activities, snacks and a movie, so all they would need to do is show up and play with kids for a few hours. Please sign up in Student Services

Homecoming Week is coming up soon! This year’s theme is Around the World. Tickets for the Homecoming Dance will be on sale during lunch only starting on Monday, September 26th.  Guest passes will be sold only to students who have completed and returned the guest pass permission slip.  Guest pass forms will be available on Monday, September 19th in the Athletic office. They must be returned to the Athletic office no later than 3pm on Wednesday, September 28th.

Aram Public Library is having a Teen Sherlockian Extravaganza: Solve a mystery—and meet an author!—at Aram Public Library!  You are formally invited to a special, after-hours evening of mystery.  First, you’ll need to use your finely-honed detective skills to solve a series of clues and riddles. Do you have what it takes to crack the case?  Then, get in the inside scoop about A Study in Charlotte and overall author-awesomeness from our special guest, author Brittany Cavallaro!  Cosplay is encouraged, so—once again—be sure to don your finest attire! *Book Discussion: A Study in Charlotte by Brittany Cavallaro – Wednesday, September 21 at 4 pm at Panera/ *Mystery in the Mind Palace: Costumed Tea Party – Sunday, September 25th from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Barrett Memorial Library in Williams Bay/ *Pizza & a Movie: Young Sherlock Holmes (PG-13) – Tuesday, September 27 at 4 p.m. at Aram Public Library and Barrett Memorial Library (Registration required at both locations)/ *Sherlock Night & Author Visit with Brittany Cavallaro – Friday, September 30 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Aram Public Library in Delavan.

Attention Students & Staff – Announcement from Mr. Karedes, Principal: Students are not allowed to go to their cars during the school day.  Please remember to bring everything you need from your vehicle when you arrive, including books, lunch, projects, Chromebooks, etc.   If you have questions, please see Mr. Karedes.

If you are interested in studying overseas next year, please see Ms. Martin ASAP. Applications are due by October 17th.

Youth Options program allows public high school juniors and seniors who meet certain requirements to take post-secondary courses at a Wisconsin technical college, a UW System college or university, a Wisconsin tribally controlled college, or a Wisconsin private, nonprofit college or university.  The deadline for applications for the Spring semester is October 1st.  Please don’t hesitate to see Mr. Shade for more information or go to http://dpi.wi.gov/youthoptions.

Community Service Opportunity: Help with the SMILES organization. S.M.I.L.E.S. is looking for (4) volunteers to set up and run a games table as entertainment for young children at their Superstar Student Horse Show event.  SMILES will provide the materials; volunteers will set up and run the games.  The event is on Saturday, September 24, 2016 from 9:30 – 2:30 pm.  You can get more information and volunteer by going to the DAYS Website and clicking on the ‘volunteer’ tab (www.daysfoundation.org/volunteer).

Community Service Opportunity: Help with Delavan Christian School Pie-Making and Sale Saturday, October 8, 2016 to: (1) Provide childcare – crafts, games, playground, etc. for children younger than 3rd grade (2) Help on the Apple Pie Assembly Line and help in the fun of assembling apple pies. Volunteers may work the morning shift (7:30 – 11:30), the afternoon shift (12:00 – 4:00) or all day.  More information is available on the DAYS website: Go to www.daysfoundation.org/volunteer

If you are interested in studying overseas next year, please see Ms. Martin ASAP. Applications are due by October 17th.

Sophomores and Juniors: If interested sign up to take the Pre-SAT/National Merit Scholarship Corporation. By taking this test you can see if you qualify for any National Merit Scholarships, your college readiness, estimated SAT score and academic strengths/weaknesses.  Only juniors are eligible for the National Merit Scholarship.  The test date is October 19th, 2016.  The cost for the test is $15.  The sign up will remain open September 22th, 2016.  You may also grab a Quick Reference Guide to the PSAT in Student Services. Once you pay you will be given a Student Guide to help you prepare for the test.  Any questions, please contact Ms. McIlquham.

A Representative from UW Rock County & all 2 Yr Campuses will be visiting DDHS on Friday, September 23rd from 9:30-10:30 in the Student Services conference room.

A rep from Gateway Technical College, Elkhorn WI will be visiting DDHS Student Services on Tuesday, September 27th from 8:00 – 9:00 in the Student Services conference room.

A Representative from the US Air Force will be visiting D.D.H.S on Tuesday, October 4th, from 11:00 – 12:15 in the Student Services conference room during all 3 lunch periods.

A Representative from St Ambrose University, Davenport, IA will be visiting D.D.H.S on Wednesday, October 5th, from 12:30 – 1:30 in the Student Services conference room. Please stop in to Student Services to sign up. You must have your teacher’s permission to attend.

A Representative from Cardinal Stritch University, Milwaukee, WI will be visiting DHHS on Thursday, October 6th, from 10:00 – 11:00 in the Student Services conference room.

A Representative from Ripon College, Ripon, WI will be visiting DDHS on Thursday, October 6th from 1:00 -2:00 in the Student Services conference room.

A Representative from the U.S. Navy will be visiting DDHS on Monday, October 12th from 11:00 – 12:15 in the Student Services conference room.

UW Whitewater is offering an “All Expense Paid” day to any girl interested in Business on Friday, October 14th. Please contact Ms. Slawson in RM# 142, if you are interested. The first 30 girls to return their permission slip will get to go.

A Representative from UW Whitewater, Whitewater, WI will be visiting DDHS on Monday, October 24th from 9:30 -10:30 in the Student Services conference room.

A Representative from UW Milwaukee, Milwaukee WI will be visiting DDHS on Thursday, October 27th from 1:00 – 2:00 in the Student Services Conference Room.

A Representative from Northern Michigan University Marquette – Michigan will be visiting DDHS on Tuesday, November 1st from 8:30-9:30 in the Student Services conference room.

Juniors & Seniors: The Free Application For Federal Student Aid offers more than $150 billion each year in grants, loans, and work study funds for college or career school.  The application window opens October 1, 2016.  FAFSA and college planning information sessions: Date: October 5, 2016 Location: D-DHS Auditorium Time: 4:00PM-5:00PM Date:  November 3, 2016 Location: D-DHS Auditorium Time: 6:00PM-7:00PM

A Representative from Marion University, Fond du Lac, WI will be visiting DDHS on Thursday, November 3rd from 12:00 – 1:00 in the Student Services conference room.

Co-Curricular Activities:

4:00pm Cross Country: Girls Varsity Invitational Brodhead, Clinton, Shoreland Lutheran, Williams Bay vs. Big Foot @ Duck Pond, Fontana, WI

4:00pm Cross Country: Boys Varsity Invitational Brodhead, Clinton, Home School Eagles, Kenosha Christian Life, Shoreland Lutheran, Turner Middle School, Williams Bay vs. Big Foot @ Duck Pond, Fontana, WI

4:15pm Tennis: Girls Varsity Match Big Foot @ Big Foot High School

4:15pm Tennis: Girls JV Match Big Foot @ Big Foot High School

4:30pm Soccer: Boys JV1 Match Wilmot Union @ Wilmot Union High School

6:00pm Swimming: Girls Varsity Meet Burlington/Waterford/Union Grove/Catholic Central/East Troy @ Burlington High School

6:00pm Swimming: Girls JV Meet Burlington/Waterford/Union Grove/Catholic Central/East Troy @ Burlington High School

6:30pm Soccer: Boys Varsity Match Wilmot Union @ Wilmot Union School

6:30pm Volleyball: Girls Varsity Match Elkhorn Area @ Elkhorn Area School

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Phoenix Announcements: 9/20/2016

September 20, 2016, 6:09 am
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Tuesday, September 20, 2016
Today is an A Day

Lunch Menu
Soft Shell Tacos, Chicken Pattie, Grilled Cheese, Mixed Greens, Corn, Refried Beans, Pears, Fruit and Milk

Happy Birthday to:
Alex Andreoni

After School Activities
No events tonight

Upcoming Events
10/5/2016: Parent/Teacher Conferences 4-8 pm
10/17/2016: NO SCHOOL – Teacher Inservice
10/20/2016: Lifetouch Picture Re-take Day
10/24/2016: Boy’s Basketball Season Begins
10/28/2016: October Activity Night 6-8 pm
Student Newspaper
The Phoenix student newspaper will hold their first meeting on Thursday, Sept. 22 from 2:50-3:50 in Mrs. Eglite’s room, 185 (8th grade hallway). If you can’t make it, send her an email (reglite@ddschools.org) Hope to see you there!

National Hispanic Heritage Month
Hispanic Heritage Month’s first trivia has a lot of names in for the free gift card! We will have a winner Wednesday afternoon. The trivia is posted in every commons.

She was the first Mexican American to receive a major publishing contract for a work about Mexican American women. (There is a clue near the keyboarding classroom!)

Dress Code
The following are the guidelines that staff members at Phoenix School follow when enforcing the school dress code:
• Shorts and skirts should come to the student’s fingertips or lower when their arms are down to their side.
• Students can not wear spaghetti-strap or thin strapped tank tops, halter tops, one shoulder tops, or tube tops. Shirts should not be cut below the armpit in the front, side, or back. All tank tops must have straps that are at least two fingers wide. Shirts must cover the student’s midriff and not show any part of their stomach.
• Clothing that contains inappropriate or offensive language or pictures including drug and/or alcohol references and weapons will not be allowed.
• Anything that can be considered distracting to learning including gang-related colors, bandanas, loud or distracting clothing will not be allowed.
School administration will have the final say in this matter. If a student is found to be wearing something that is not deemed school appropriate, the staff member will ask the student to go to the office. They will be asked to “remedy” the dress code issue. If the student refuses to change their clothing or cover up clothing, the parent/guardian will be contacted and the student will be sent home suspended for that day.

Cell Phones
Cell phones cannot be used during your lunch time and/or during your recess time. Cell phones can be used after 2:46 pm.

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DDHS Picture Day is Monday, Oct. 10

September 20, 2016, 9:49 am
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picturedayupcomingREMINDER to DDHS Students: School Picture Day is Monday, Oct. 10.

Lifetouch photographers will be on hand to take professional portraits for our yearbook and student ID cards.

Remember to smile and dress appropriate!

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Fab Lab Invention Partnership

September 20, 2016, 1:52 pm
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Fab Lab students team up with local inventor

watertableDelavan-Darien High School technology education students are using the school’s new Fab Lab to help a local inventor improve his design for a “water table.”

Williams Bay inventor Bob Kleber developed and produced a prototype design that lets him bar-b-que literally “on the water” while his boat is anchored nearby.

His creation features a stainless steel table top, long PVC pipe for a stand, and an auger that allows it to drill into the lake bottom for support. Another PVC pipe holds an umbrella for shade and provides added stability.

The design allows for water to pass by it easily without creating much rocking. The table is suitable for a small grill, or for placing food and drinks on it.

Mike Fellin

Mike Fellin

While it’s functional, Kleber said he sees room for improvements before mass producing it and taking it to market. That’s why he came to the DDHS Fab Lab, to see if the Engineering Design and Development students could help him out.

Kleber and the class, taught by Mike Fellin, examined the prototype and talked about some possible design improvements and desires:

  • Could it be made lighter yet still be durable?
  • Could it be made easier to transport and stow away?
  • Could it be made for use not only in shallow water, but also on land or in a boat?
  • Could the table hold items more securely, such as drinks and utensils?

This is the first such partnership between the DDHS Fab Lab, its students and an inventive member of the public. Students last year worked with an area business to design and create labels for machines at a local factory.

“This is exactly what we had envisioned when we were developing the Fab Lab,” Fellin said. “Our goal from the start was to connect citizens and businesses with our students and the new Fab Lab so they would work together on developing and improving ideas and projects. This is a perfect one to start with, and I think the kids are going to come up with some great ideas.”

Kleber said he would use his prototype while boating on Geneva Lake. When Kleber started having other boaters come over and ask him about where he got it and how to get one, he thought there might be a market for the table. But not before it wasn’t improved, hopefully by DDHS students.

If a design is perfected to the point where it could be mass produced, DDHS may also help Kleber market it via the new Exploring Entrepreneurship course. But that would be further down the road.

“After we see the first development, we’ll take it from there and see how far we go with it,” Kleber said. “I’m looking forward to seeing what progress they can come up with here. I’m very excited. Their young minds are going to come up with a great product here, and it’s going to be a big help for me because I’m kind of stuck right now.”

So, if you are out on a lake next summer and you see someone with a bar-b-que grill set up “on the water,” know that DDHS students probably had a hand in creating a local entrepreneur’s invention.

MORE ABOUT THE FAB LAB

For more information about the DDHS Fab Lab, visit our website, www.ddschools.org/fablab or call 262-233-6656.

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DDHS adds entrepreneurship college credit option for juniors and seniors

September 20, 2016, 2:14 pm
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Students in the Exploring Entrepreneurship course will use the new Comet Creations FAB Lab at DDHS for part of their work.

Students in the Exploring Entrepreneurship course will use the new Comet Creations FAB Lab at DDHS for part of their work.

DELAVAN — Delavan-Darien High School now offers college credit from the University of Iowa through its new Exploring Entrepreneurship course.

Kristine Slawson

Kristine Slawson

Business education teacher Kristine Slawson completed the university’s BizInnovator Teacher Certification program and can teach this college credit-bearing course to juniors and seniors starting this school year.

In the class, students will explore and assess their entrepreneurial attitudes and ability, learn how to assess business competition and create a business plan. Students will learn from entrepreneurs, who will speak in class and offer advice on how students might complete their semester-long business plan project. The class will also use the school’s new Comet Creations FAB Lab for various course projects.

Students must score a 70 percent or higher on a comprehensive exam taken at the end of the course to receive the three credits from the University of Iowa. Those credits may be transferred to other post-secondary institutions.

The Exploring Entrepreneurship course is an introduction to entrepreneurship, including identifying characteristics of the entrepreneur, evaluating opportunities, engaging in customer discovery, design thinking, feasibility, financing and planning for success.

The course is ideal for students who have a passion to pave new paths, create new things or solve problems. Exploring Entrepreneurship provides students with the framework to apply these interests to the world of business. They use the BizInnovator.com curriculum as the foundation for the course work.

The course was developed at the Jacobson Institute for Youth Entrepreneurship at the University of Iowa. The online curriculum enables educators to teach the entrepreneurial mindset, encouraging creativity, innovation, critical thinking and problem solving. It also prepares students for success in their chosen field.

Another priority for the course is to boost student interest and achievement in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) courses. The U.S. Department of Commerce estimates that jobs in these areas will grow 17 percent by 2018, nearly double the growth for non-STEM fields. There may be as many as 1.2 million unfilled STEM jobs because of a lack of qualified workers, the department estimates.

For more information about BizInnovator, visit www.bizinnovator.com.

 

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