COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT 99
South Student Announcements
Tuesday, January 31, 2017
ACTIVITIES
This is National Drug & Alcohol Facts week, and we are working to shatter the myths about teen drug and alcohol use. With the legalization of marijuana for medical use in Illinois, teens might assume that recreational use is harmless. However, there is increasing evidence that marijuana use, especially by young people, changes the brain. There are unanswered questions about the short and long-term impact of those changes. We do know that teens who smoke regularly are at greater risk for addiction, are less likely to be successful in school, and are more likely to experiment with other drugs. Check your email today for a link to a three-question quiz about teen marijuana use. If you complete the quiz, your name will be entered in a drawing for a $10 Dunkin’ Donuts gift card.
DGS Drama presents the drama Twilight: Los Angeles, 1992 on Friday & Saturday, February 3 & 4 at 7:00 pm in the Auditorium. Powerful and relevant to current events, the play is work of “documentary theater” using the words of people who experienced the Los Angeles riots to expose and explore the devastating human impact of that event. Tickets are free to DGS students and $10 general admission.
DECA, the business and marketing club, will have our next meeting on Tuesday, January 31 at 7:30 in room B327. This is to review Sectionals and discuss State attendance. See you Tuesday morning at 7:30 in B327.
Book Club will meet on January 31st at 3:30 in the library. We will discuss our fundraiser and select our next book for discussion. Hope to see you there.
The Attendance Office is looking for student aides for 1st, 2nd, & 7th periods. If you are interested, please stop by the Attendance Office, Room A103 to pick up a request form.
CALLIOPE: South’s student-run fine arts and literary magazine is accepting submissions for our book due out in May. We’re looking for student writing and artwork. Submissions can be emailed to Mr. Kuhn, Ms. Lynn, or Ms. Rowley.
On Friday, February 3rd at 7:30 the girls’ varsity basketball team is taking on Addison Trail for Senior Night and pack the place! The theme is blue on blue so come out to show your spirit and support!!!!
COLLEGE AND CAREER
Attention all Juniors:
Course Selection for the 2017-2018 school year is now taking place. You should have received your appointment cards. If you did not, please come to the Counseling Office, Room A110 or A109 for a replacement card. It is important for you to keep your appointment time.
All juniors with a lunch resource in E238 or D279 should report to the resource period in E238 on Tuesday, January 31. Please bring your Chromebook with you and remember to set up your Khan Academy account if you have not already done so.
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. Scholars must reflect Jim Bonfield’s personal example of character, perseverance and love of community. Coach Bonfield was a model of courage and endurance. Bonfield Scholars should exhibit their commitment to personal improvement and determination. This scholarship is posted in Naviance check your email for detailed information.
ATHLETICS
Attention to ALL those interested in Softball this spring-there will be an open gym Thursday from 8:00 – 9:30 in the small and large gym. This will be for all levels and all are welcome!
HAVE A TERRIFIC TUESDAY AND REMEMBER TO BE RESPECTFUL, RESPONSIBLE AND ENGAGED….
IT’S THE MUSTANG WAY!