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Davison High School

March 9, 2020

Announcements

ANIME CLUB—TOMORROW!

Game Day for the Club!

Anime Club will meet on Tuesday, March 10th, in Mrs. Stedry’s room 220 from 2:45—3:30pm. Bring your favorite game to play!

TRACK AND FIELD

Track and Field starts TODAY, Monday, March 9th! We will meet in the cafeteria at 3:00pm and then head outside for practice.

Come dressed to go outside and bring your yellow all clear card. If you have any questions, please see Mr. Ames, Mr. Crongeyer, or Mr. Weingartz.

SPRING SPORTS TRYOUTS

Spring tryouts start the week of March 9th. Remember, all athletes MUST give Coach a yellow card on the 1st day of tryouts.

If you don’t, you will not be allowed to participate until you do. To get a yellow card, all athletes have to turn in a valid physical and athletic

registration packet to the athletic office. Please see Mrs. Bruce in the athletic office if you have any questions.

FRENCH CLUB

French Club Members: Do you want to know how to say Leprechaun in French? Do the French celebrate Saint

Patrick’s Day? How about Mardi Gras? Come check out our fun meeting and answer a few

questions to win door prizes! This Thursday, March 12th, right after school is when you

will find our pot of gold in Mrs. Hungerford’s classroom 245.

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SENIOR SLIDESHOW PICTURES All parents wanting to submit pictures to the senior slideshow must

have pictures submitted by Friday, April 10th. Please submit all pictures to DHSseniorslideshow2020@gmail.com

VARSITY BOWLING NEWS

Friday—NHSAA State Team Finals Davison Varsity Boys—State Team Finals—Qualified 8th Overall with 3,449 pins.

Top 8 teams advance to State Team Elimination Finals. High scores for the Cardinals in qualifying: Isaac Dudla had games of 227 and 229,

Shane Gagnon had a 226 game, and Brendan Ashley added a 237 game. The boys defeated #1 see Macomb Dakota in the Quarter-Finals. High scores in

match play: Shane Gagnon had a 253 game, and Brendan Ashley had a 236 game. Davison advanced to the Final Four where they were defeated by #5 see Salem High

School in the Semi-Finals. Davison Cardinals Boys Bowling finished as the #3 team in MHSAA Division One

Bowling for the 2019-2020 season. Saturday—NHSAA State Singles Finals Boys State Singles Finals—Brendan Ashley qualified 6th with 1,281 pins over 6

games, an average of over 213 per game. Brendan defeated Jonah Musial, #11 see, from Farmington to move into the Elite

Eight. Brendan was defeated by Izaac Goergen, #3 seed, from Midland in the Quarter Fi-

nals, who would go on to win the State Singles Title. After the competition was completed it was announced that Brendan Ashley was se-

lected 1st Team All State for Division One. Girls State Singles Finals—Lindsay Gipson finished outside of the Top 16 and did

not advance to the Match Play Round.

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IMPORTANT NOTICE FROM CAMPUS SECURITY

DO NOT leave personal property laying around in the gym, hallways, cafeteria, etc.

Personal property should be kept with you at all times or locked in your locker. This includes backpacks, lunches, cell phones, books, etc.

CREATIVE WRITING CLUB

It’s not too late to join the Creative Writing Club! The club meets Thursdays from 2:45—4:00pm in Mrs. Fowler’s room 102 in the DAE building.

Just bring your passion for writing and your imagination. We talk and laugh and write. Some students share what their pieces are about and

others prefer to keep it to themselves—it’s completely up to you!

Tutoring Available

Tutoring is available in the library every Tuesday and Thursday until 3:30. If you need help in any class, come to the library right after school to get help!

Tuesday, March 17—PT Conferences 4:30—7:30 Friday, March 27—NO SCHOOL March 30—April 3—SPRING BREAK—NO SCHOOL Friday, April 10—NO SCHOOL

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCES

Volunteers are needed for the evening of Parent/Teacher Conferences on Tuesday, March 17th from 4:00pm—7:30pm

You may use this time for NHS hours.

Please sign up at the Receptionist’s Desk in the Main Office!

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ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS WHO PARK ON CAMPUS!!

PLEASE make sure you are parking in the parking spot which has been assigned to you! If someone is in your spot, please do not shift to the next spot as that is also someone’s

parking spot! If this happens, park in the front drop off area and come to the front office to get a temporary parking permit for the day.

Also, please take a picture of the car license plate and/or permit # so that we can track down who is parked in your spot.

ALL STUDENT PARKING LOTS are full!

If you do not have a parking permit, you should not be parking on campus!

ATTENTION SENIORS!!.

CAP & GOWN INFORMATION If you have not already done so, please order

your cap and gown! They can be purchased by going to www.jostens.com or

DRESS CODE REMINDERS

Please refer to the 2019-2020 Parent Student Handbook, Administrative Policies, page 17 –18, for all Dress Code policies. This is a reminder of a few of the following inappropriate apparel:

Jeans/slacks MUST NOT have holes that expose skin in areas more than 7” above the crease behind the knee.

Shirts/tops/dresses showing midriff or are cut too low. Hats, bandanas, hoods or headgear (including headbands & sunglasses) must be removed upon entering the building. Sleeveless shirts/tops/dresses without collars or crew necks (shoulder straps less than 2 inches in

width.) Shorts, skirts, and dresses more than 7” above the crease behind the knee.

**See the Parent Student Handbook for a complete list of Dress Code policies.

Davison Community Schools & DCER have partnered with Fleece and Thank You, a nonprofit organization that provides blankets to patients in children’s hospitals.

The Davison Fleece and Thank You event will be held May 30, at Hahn Intermediate from 12:00pm—5:00pm

You can visit the link below to register & donate.

https://give.fleeceandthankyou.org/event/davison-community-blanket-making-event/e272242

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Information on e-Funds for Schools

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e-Funds for Schools Step by Step Guide

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Online registration for the 2020 Davison Youth Baseball & Softball league season has begun. On-site registration dates at DCER are

March 10, 19 & 25, from 6:00pm—8:00pm Programs are available for ages 4-15.

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Calling all aspiring actors and actresses! Here’s your chance to audition for the DCER/Davison Youth Theater’s next production

“Dinner Under the Broadway Lights.” Show producers are looking to cast people of all ages—adults included.

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March 14th Daddy/Daughter Dance at DMS

May 4th Country Jamboree (Special Needs

Dance) Location TBD

Phone: (810) 591-0175 Office: Davison Alt. Edu 1250 N. Oak Rd (Door #34) Davison, MI 48423

Contact Us

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24TH ANNUAL NATIONAL STUDENT POETRY CONTEST

To submit online go to www.libraryofpoetry.com DEADLINE: April 30, 2020 for online and mailed entries.

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Interested in community service opportunities? Think outside the box! While there are different community organizations, non profits, churches, etc.,

there are also opportunities that are less visible. Help an elderly neighbor shovel their driveway or take their yard. Maybe you are a great math student, offer to

tutor a younger student or peer. Volunteer your time at school. There are tons of opportunities to get involved and help!

If you have questions about community service or are looking for opportunities,

please see Mrs. Valliere in the Career Center.

Community Service Cords for Graduation All community service hours must be logged by April 30, 2020, in order

to receive community service cords at graduation. A graduation senior must have 120 hours logged in order to receive these cords.

If you have questions about community service cords or about your community

service hours, please see Mrs. Valliere in the Career Center.

Davison Township Parks Recreation Volunteer Opportunities

Easter Egg Stuffing Week 1—March 16th—March 20th, 3:00—5:00pm Easter Egg Stuffing Week 2—March 23rd—March 27th, 3:00—5:00pm

Dog Easter Hunt—Thursday, April 9, 5:00—8:30pm Easter Egg Hunt—Saturday, April 11, Noon—5:00pm

Sign up sheets are in the Career Center with Mrs. Valliere.

If you have any questions, please call 810-214-1810 or you can sign up online at https://register.dtparks.com/CourseActivities.aspx?id=16&cat=8

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Career Resource Center Opportunities

Attention Juniors & Seniors!

The Career Resource Center will be hosting

Interested Juniors and Seniors are invited to sign up in the Career Resource Center. Attendance will be taken at the start of the event and only those who

have signed up in advance will be allowed to attend. \

Other Upcoming Visits

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College Board Opportunity Scholarships The College Board Opportunity Scholarships guide you through the college planning process and offer you a chance to earn money for college for each action you complete. Learn more and get started at cb.org/opportunity or get more information in the Guidance Office. American Legion Legacy Scholarship For up to $20,000 in scholarships. Learn more and apply at legion.org/scholarships/legacy Oratorical Contest Scholarships From $800 and up to $20,000 in scholarships. Learn more and apply at legion.org/scholarships Information on American Legion Scholarships is Available at www.michiganlegion.org/scholarship. Flint Kiwanis Educational Foundation Scholarship Must plan on attending a college or university in the state of Michigan. For more information & application visit the tower in the Guidance Office. DEADLINE: March 14, 2020 John F. & Edith L. Wilsterman Scholarships Just for Genesee County High School Graduates Who can use up to $20,000 toward education? APPLY: www.wilsterman.org DEADLINE: March 15, 2020 ELGA Credit Union Scholarship Must personally be a member of the ELGA Credit Union. Five (5) $1,000 scholarships will be awarded. For requirements and application visit the tower in the Guidance Office. DEADLINE: March 20, 2020 Crongeyer Family Track & Cross Country Scholarship 2—$500 or 1—$1,000 non-renewable scholarship is available Available to any senior who participated in track for 3 years, or cross country for 3 years or a combination of the two equaling three years of participation. Application is available in the Guidance Office. DEADLINE: March 26 Mott Scholarship Information on the Mott Scholarship is now available in the Guidance Office. DEADLINE: March 27th, 2020 Genesee Health Plan Health Career Scholarship Contest Contest is open to high school seniors who plan to pursue a career in the healthcare field. Two $1500 scholarships For more information go to www.geneseehealthplan.org/2020essaycontests/ DEADLINE: March 27th, 2020

are located in the Guidance Office in the tower.

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are located in the Guidance Office in the tower.

Set Seg Skilled Trade Scholarship $500 scholarship Go to setseg.org/tradescholarship for more information and to apply or contact Lisa Truscott at 517-816-1616 or ltruscott@setseg.org DEADLINE: March 29, 2020 West Flint Business Association Scholarships $1,500 scholarships For application and information visit the tower in the Guidance Office. DEADLINE: March 31, 2020 Paul W. Yunker Memorial Scholarship $2,000 scholarship to a competitive swimmer or diver in the greater Flint area. For requirements, visit the tower in the Guidance Office. DEADLINE: Marc h 31, 2020 Horatio Alger National Career & Technical Scholarship Program Up to $2500 To apply online, please visit application.horatioalger.org DEADLINE: April 15, 2020 Clio Cast and Crew, Inc. Scholarship $1,000 scholarship For eligible students pursuing a degree in the arts. Applications and further information can be found on www.cliocastandcrew.com DEADLINE: April 15, 2020 Michigan Law Enforcement Educational Fund Youth Scholarship $3,000 & $2,000 Awards For application, visit the tower in the Guidance Office. DEADLINE: April 15, 2020 Rotary Club of Greater Flint Sunrise Scholarship Opportunity Up to $1,000 per scholarship For application and more information visit the tower in the Guidance Office. DEADLINE: April 20, 2020—must be electronically delivered or postmarked by 4/2/2020 to be considered Flint Community Players Arts Scholarship For high school seniors who plan to study in the area of the arts. For application and more information visit the tower in the Guidance Office. DEADLINE: April 30, 2020 Paul Mitchell the School Great Lakes Early Commitment Scholarship Six (6) scholarships in the amount of $500 will be available for the July and September classes. For application and more information visit the tower in the Guidance Office. DEADLINE: June 8, 2020