THE DAILY PLANET DISCOVERY CANYON CAMPUS Thursday may 11, 2017 Silver day IB Learner Profile Attribute of the Week Balanced They understand the importance of intellectual, physical and emotional balance to achieve personal well-being for themselves and others Are you hungry? Did you forget breakfast? Breakfast in High School Commons every morning from 6:50 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. Thursday Chocolate Chip UBR, Egg & Cheese Breakfast Sandwich, Cereal w/cheese Stick Friday Mini French Toast Sticks, Fruit Smoothie w/donuts, Cereal w/cheese Stick
: LOWER LEVEL (PK-5) Silver Week The University of Wyoming's men's A Cappella group, the Happy Jacks will be coming to DCC on Monday, May 15 th. They will be putting on a FREE concert at 6:30 pm in the HS Theater, and is something you don't want to miss out on! The concert will feature the Happy Jacks performing oldies through modern classics. Think of a real-live male-version of Pitch Perfect and you have the Happy Jacks. Please come out, support this fantastic group of performers, and pack the house to show the support DCC has for the performing arts. Check out the Happy Jacks singing the National Anthem at the Colorado Rockies game last summer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tzo8b7qzocu We look forward to seeing you at the Happy Jacks performance next Monday night! Advanced Acting is proud to present: Cyrano De BurgerShack!! A fun filled evening of song and dance, throw in a little romance, some fencing, and a whole of attitude. Come see the show May 17-19 in the high school theatre. Wednesday and Thursday night performance begins at 7 pm and Friday night begins at 7:30. Tickets are $4.00 for students and $5.00 for adults and can be purchased at the door. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Forehand in room 446. (FOR STAFF AND PARENTS) Our annual silent auction for marked parking spaces is NOW OPEN! These spaces are RESERVED 24 hours a day / 7 days a week (not just during school hours.) There is one spot for each level. Bids will be accepted May 1-15 through the PTO Website - www.dccpto.digitalpto.com (Fundraising Page). Winners will be announced May 16th. VIP Performing Arts Camp: June 12-28 from 9:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m. at DCC. For K thru 8 th grade. Visit www.dccfinearts.com for more info. What s for Lunch? Thursday Chicken Caesar Salad & Roll, Chicken Bacon Ranch Wrap w/chips, Chicken & Cheese Tornado w/beans & Rice, Cheesy Breadsticks w/italian Sauce, Rice Chex Treat Friday Fresh Spinach Salad w/egg & Roll, Classic Ham & Cheese Sandwich w/chips, Macaroni & Cheese w/chicken Nuggets, Meat Lovers Pizza, Peaches MIDDLE LEVEL (6-8) Silver Day The University of Wyoming's men's a cappella group, the Happy Jacks will be coming to DCC on Monday, May 15 th. They will be putting on a FREE concert at 6:30 pm in the HS Theater, and this is something you don't want to miss out on! The concert will feature the Happy Jacks performing oldies through modern classics. Think of a real-live male-version of Pitch Perfect and you have the Happy Jacks. Please come out, support this fantastic group of performers, and
pack the house to show the support DCC has for the performing arts. Check out the Happy Jacks singing the National Anthem at the Colorado Rockies game last summer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tzo8b7qzocu We look forward to seeing you at the Happy Jacks performance next Monday night! YEARBOOK STAFF: 8 th graders who worked on creating the yearbook, please come to room 315 after school on May 16 th for our yearbook distribution party. We will organize the books for distribution, and have some food and prizes as well. See Mr. Hilborn with any questions. Advanced Acting is proud to present: Cyrano De BurgerShack!! A fun filled evening of song and dance, throw in a little romance, some fencing, and a whole of attitude. Come see the show May 17-19 in the high school theatre. Wednesday and Thursday night performance begins at 7 pm and Friday night begins at 7:30. Tickets are $4.00 for students and $5.00 for adults and can be purchased at the door. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Forehand in room 446. (FOR STAFF AND PARENTS) Our annual silent auction for marked parking spaces is NOW OPEN! These spaces are RESERVED 24 hours a day / 7 days a week (not just during school hours.) There is one spot for each level. Bids will be accepted May 1-15 through the PTO Website - www.dccpto.digitalpto.com (Fundraising Page). Winners will be announced May 16th. Sea Perch: The final DCC Sea Perch competition will be held on May 13 th at the AFA Natatorium near Clune Arena starting at 12:30 p.m. and ending at 3:45 p.m. 8 th Grade: Your Continuation Ceremony will be on May 23. There will be a dance after the ceremony in the HS Commons until 4:45 p.m. Mrs. McReynolds bridges class is sponsoring a charity event to support Soles 4 Souls. This non-profit organization distributes shoes worldwide to children and adults in poverty. Donations will be taken until Friday, May 19 th. Donate any new or slightly worn shoes. The bridges class at each level with the highest donation count will win a donut party. So donate, it s not too late for a chance for donuts! Engineering Summer Camp: For Current DCC 6 th, 7 th and 8 th graders. Date May 30 thru June 2, 8:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m. The cost is $75 and the application deadline is May 20. Applications can be picked up at the front office, HS classrooms 319, 323, or with Mr. Prater in room 317. Space is limited. There is only 10 spots left, so hurry and sign up! For more information, contact Mr. Healer at don.healer@asd20.org Check your backpack, look under your bed, and search under the seats of your parent s car because all library books are due no later than May 12 th. If you don t return a book, you are responsible for paying the replacement cost. The last day for checking out new books is May 5 th, and everything should be back in the book drop no later than May 12 th. Current 8 th grade girls Spring Volleyball with DCC HS. Fridays 5:00-7:00 p.m. from May 5 th May 19 th in the HS gym. Just show up and bring your signed release form found in the front office. For additional information, contact Coach Mitch at mitch_plummer_98@yahoo.com or 719-329-8138
Volleyball Summer League Current 8 th 11 th grade girls. Tuesdays and Thursdays 5:00 7:00 p.m. from June 6 th June 29 th in the HS gym. $65 for 8 sessions of Queen of the Beach style volleyball. Open to local players 9 th 12 th grade (for Fall 2017). Flyers are in the MS main office. Registration is now open and there is limited space. For additional information, contact Coach Mitch at mitch_plummer_98@yahoo.com or 719-329-8138. VIP Performing Arts Camp: June 12-28 from 9:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m. at DCC. For Kindergarten thru 8 th grade. Visit www.dccfinearts.com for more info. A.S.H. (After School Help) - will be held today from 3:20-4:45 p.m. with Ms. Filbert in the Middle School Library M.A.S.H. (Math After School Help) - will be held today from 3:20-4:45 p.m. with Ms. Turner in room 405 Detention - will be held today from 3:20-4:45 p.m. with Ms. Dewey in room 404 BeSST- Before School Study Time - is held every morning with Mr. Smiley What s for Lunch? Thursday Cheesy Breadsticks w/italian Sauce, Meatball Sub Special, Chicken Nugget Skewers w/garlic Bread, Spicy Italian Pizza, Nachos, Tacos, Burritos & Quesadilla Special Friday Macaroni & Cheese w/chicken Nuggets, Buffalo Chicken Special, Gourmet Grilled Cheese on French Bread, Garden Alfredo Pizza, Nachos, Tacos & Burritos UPPER LEVEL (9-12) The University of Wyoming's men's A Cappella group, the Happy Jacks will be coming to DCC on Monday, May 15 th. They will be putting on a FREE concert at 6:30 pm in the HS Theater, and is something you don't want to miss out on! The concert will feature the Happy Jacks performing oldies through modern classics. Think of a real-live male-version of Pitch Perfect and you have the Happy Jacks. Please come out, support this fantastic group of performers, and pack the house to show the support DCC has for the performing arts. Check out the Happy Jacks singing the National Anthem at the Colorado Rockies game last summer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tzo8b7qzocu We look forward to seeing you at the Happy Jacks performance next Monday night! Fall 2017 Semester Attendance Waivers: - Please note that students must meet certain requirements to qualify for the Attendance Waiver. - Pick up Attendance Waiver contract from Ms. Gonzalez in Counseling Center, Ms. Teeples in the HS Administration Office, or on the DCC HS website under forms. - All of the Attendance Waiver contract must be initialed and signed by student and parents when turned in. We cannot accept approvals via the phone. - Deadline for all request is Monday, May 22, 2017 by 3:00 p.m.
- Students who turn in paperwork after May 22, 2017 will attend study hall until they are approved for the Attendance Waiver. - Attendance Waivers must be turned in to the Admin. Office to Ms. Teeples or Ms. Crews. - Please contact Ms. Crews, Dean of Students if you have any questions at 234-2820. Advanced Acting is proud to present: Cyrano De BurgerShack!! A fun filled evening of song and dance, throw in a little romance, some fencing, and a whole of attitude. Come see the show May 17-19 in the high school theatre. Wednesday and Thursday night performance begins at 7 pm and Friday night begins at 7:30. Tickets are $4.00 for students and $5.00 for adults and can be purchased at the door. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Forehand in room 446. We will have a special schedule on May 15 th to hold our traditional senior send-off and all school yearbook signing. (FOR STAFF, HS STUDENTS AND PARENTS) Our annual silent auction for marked parking spaces is NOW OPEN! These spaces are RESERVED 24 hours a day / 7 days a week (not just during school hours.) There is one spot for each level. Bids will be accepted May 1-15 through the PTO Website - www.dccpto.digitalpto.com (Fundraising Page). Winners will be announced May 16th. Attention Seniors: Please stop by College and Career Center in Counseling as soon as possible to complete your senior survey. We have a gift for you. Senior awards night is the next stop for seniors! You and your family are invited to the DCC HS Theater on May 11 at 6:00 p.m. ALL SENIORS are invited and this is a free event. Recognition will be given, awards, cords for graduation and much more. Also, there will be 2 performances by your fellow seniors. Mark May 11 on your calendars! Volleyball Summer League Current 8 th 11 th grade girls. Tuesdays and Thursdays 5:00 7:00 p.m. from June 6 th June 29 th in the HS gym. $65 for 8 sessions of Queen of the Beach style volleyball. Open to local players 9 th 12 th grade (for Fall 2017). Flyers are in the HS main office. Registration is now open and there is limited space. For additional information, contact Coach Mitch at mitch_plummer_98@yahoo.com or 719-329-8138 Spring Volleyball with DCC-HS. Who: Current 9 th 11 th grade girls; When: Fridays, April 7 th May 19 th from 5:00-7:00 p.m.; Where: DCC High School Gym. Just show up and bring a signed release form found in the front office of the HS or MS. For additional information, contact Coach Mitch at mitch_plummer_98@yahoo.com or 719-329-8138 Please remember that students should not be in the hallways or Art Bridge during lunch. Students may be in the Commons or outside. Please help keep the hallways clear and quiet for classes that are going on during lunch. Thank you. Students - Are you waiting for a sibling in the middle or elementary after high school gets out? Are you waiting for a ride home with no place to go? Do you want a quiet place to do homework or work on the computers? The High School
LMC is open until 4:00 p.m. each day. Please remember that high school students are not allowed in the middle or elementary school until they are released at 3:15 p.m. High School students should also not be wandering the halls unless a coach or teacher supervises them. Come on down to the LMC. College & Career Summer School Registration Summer School Registration is ONLINE - Please go to www.asd20.org/sse for more information. Registration opens Friday, April 07, 2017 at www.payforit.net Registration Deadlines: Wednesday, June 07, 2017 (Session I) & Wednesday, July 5, 2017 (Session II) Fall '17 UCCS Platinum Courses District 20 has partnered with UCCS to offer two concurrent enrollment classes for the fall of 2017: CJ 1001 Criminal Justice / SOC 2500 Social Problems. These courses meet after school hours and are available to all college-ready D20 high school students. For details, please open the attached flyer, and see your counselor to indicate your intent to participate. https://www.asd20.org/departments/ls/collegeandcareer/documents/fall%2017% 20Flyer%20and%20Intent.pdf Intents are due by August 25, 2017. Of course, the sooner the better! We need 20 students per class for them to run. M.A.S.H. (Math After School Help) - will be held Monday Thursday from 2:45-4:15 p.m. in room 501 Test/Quiz Make- Ups or Retakes - will be held Thursday from 2:45-4:15 p.m. in room 500 B.A.S.H. (Biology After School Help) - is every Tuesday 3:00 4:00 p.m. room 420. Assistance with work will be available for all levels of Biology during this time. We also encourage Earth Science students to seek help during this time too if required. C.A.S.H. (Chemistry After School Help) - will be held Tuesdays from 3:00-4:00 p.m. in room 414. What s for Lunch? Thursday Cheesy Breadsticks w/italian Sauce, Meatball Sub Special, Chicken Nuggets Skewers w/garlic Bread, Spicy Italian Pizza, Nachos, Tacos, Burritos & Quesadilla Special Friday Chicken & Gravy w/mashed Potatoes, Green Beans & French Bread, Buffalo Chicken Special, Buffalo Chicken Burger, Garden Alfredo Pizza, Nachos, Tacos & Burritos