COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT 99
South Student Announcements
Monday, March 13, 2017
ACTIVITIES
Attention Seniors:
The Jim Bonfield Memorial Scholarship is dedicated to the memory of Jim Bonfield. He was a dean, teacher, coach and mentor at Downers Grove South High School for 32 years. Application deadline is March 22nd.
The DGS Support Staff Association will be awarding a $500 scholarship to a senior who will be pursuing a degree in the field of Education or Business. Application deadline is April 7th.
DGS Parent Advisory Board Scholarship is open to seniors who will enroll in an accredited two or four-year college, university or technical school. Application deadline of April 10th.
The James M. Dodd Memorial Scholarship is dedicated to the memory of Jim Dodd, a Social Studies teacher at South High School. Mr. Dodd had a keen interest in International politics, relations and business. Application deadline is April 13th.
Each year Downers Grove Education Association will present two scholarships who are seriously planning a career in education. Application deadline is April 13th.
Seniors, refer to your email for detailed information regarding these scholarships and so many others listed in Naviance.
Attention Adventure Club: parent permission forms are available in D170 for our outing to Skyzone next week. Spaces are limited so hurry up and sign up.
Are you looking for a fun night out with friends? Come to BD’s Mongolian on Tuesday, March 14th between 5:00 pm and 9:00 pm. We will have guest grillers that evening including Mrs. Martinez, Mr. Baugh, Mr. Topor as well as many others. Come join the fun, have a great meal and help us raise money for Special Olympics.
Attention Spanish Club: Come join us on Wednesday, March 15, for game night. We are going to play all those games from past and present that you love. The meeting takes places in D277 at 3:30 pm. We hope to see you there.
Attention Freshmen, Sophomores & Juniors:
DGS will be hosting a College Exploration Night on Wednesday, March 15th, at 7:00 pm in the Auditorium for students and their parents. There will be representatives from four different types of colleges/universities - Selective, Public. Large and Small Private. There will also be representatives from the Armed Forces available to answer questions. Also, a session in Essay Writing will be offered. If you have any questions, please stop by the College & Career Center.
A college representative will be here tomorrow March 14, 2017 from:
Texas A&M University & Lewis University
If you are interested in attending any of these presentations, you need to sign up in the Naviance program
It’s that time of year again! Time to audition for the final production of the Downers Grove South Theater Season, The Little Mermaid, Jr. Be a part of a cast who want to join Ariel and friends “Under the Sea,” as she tries to find her true love and save her soul from the sea witch Ursula. Auditions are TOMORROW March 14th at 3:30 in the Little Theater. Please stop by the drama board in the music wing to pick up an informational packet, an audition sheet, and sign-up for an audition spot. Any questions, please email Mrs. Proimos or head to B325.
Cultures in Alliance (CIA) will hold our annual Talent Show on Friday March 17th in the Cafetorium at 7pm. “The World’s Got Talent” will be a celebration featuring DGS students and staff showcasing their unique abilities. Tickets will be $5 for admission, with proceeds donated to the Special Olympics. CIA will also hold our annual raffle. Prizes include a 50/50 cash prize, custom painted Adirondack chairs, and other gifts. Raffle tickets will be $1 each. Please stop by A110 and see Mr. Vetri to purchase raffle tickets.
ATHLETICS
HAVE AN AMAZING MONDAY AND REMEMBER TO BE RESPECTFUL, RESPONSIBLE AND ENGAGED…. IT’S THE MUSTANG WAY!