Author: Christine Treece Potts

Davis Senior High School 
Daily Bulletin, 
Thursday, January 29, 2015   

THIS DAY IN HISTORY:  1845 - Edgar Allan Poe's "The Raven" was published for the first time in the "New York Evening 
Mirror."

LUNCH CHOICES: Daily Express: Italian Meatball Bowl, Roasted Guerrero Chicken Bowl, Cheese Tortellini Bowl, BBQ 
Pulled Pork Sandwich, Roasted Chicken Chipotle Ranch Sandwich, Smoked Turkey and Cheese All American Sub 
Sandwich, Aggie Sandwich *** Today’s Menu: Polish Dog w/ sautéed onions and peppers on a roll w/ roasted potatoes 
or Pork Carnitas in Salsa Verdé w/ beans and Spanish rice 
   
ATHLETICS:  Life of an Athlete presentation: On Thursday, January 29th, at 6:30 pm, internationally recognized human 
performance expert, John Underwood, will be speaking at Davis Senior High School North Gym.  Underwood developed 
the “Life of an Athlete” program with one goal in mind; educate athletes to live safe and healthy lifestyles to be 
successful.  His presentation underscores four topics as they pertain to athletics and performance: chemical abuse, 
recovery, sleep and character.  All DHS athletes and parents are encouraged to attend. 
  
Davis Rugby Club plays Jesuit this Friday, January 30th.  Come pack the Davis stadium and cheer on your Davis Boys 
Rugby Club as they play at 5:30 pm and 7:15 pm.  Admittance is free. 

Attention all boys 9-12th grades interested in trying out for boys volleyball.  Tryouts are coming up soon.  Come to an 
information meeting on Wednesday, February 4th at 4:00 pm in the small gym.  Meet the coaches and get tryout days 
and times.  Players and parents are welcome.  Email Ms. Crawford with any questions. 

DHS Boys Lacrosse is open. You can register by going to the domain www.dhslax.com which will bring you to the high 
school men's lacrosse page on the DLA website. You can also find this page by clicking the tab on the left titled “2015 
Davis HS Varsity and JV. Try outs will be held Feb 9-11 all sports paperwork must be turned in prior to try outs.

TODAY:  Hey Key Clubbers!  Spring registration is going on today, at lunch in front of Room S-12.   It will be running until 
Friday, 2/6.  Old members only need to bring their fall hours sheets and new members should bring $6 to register. 

Need help with Spanish homework?  If so, come to S-6 Thursday during lunch! 

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS:  On Monday, February 2, immediately following second period, Sophomores and 
Juniors will go to the North Gym for our Student Elections Assembly.  Seniors will go to the Brunelle Theater to attend a 
presentation about what young men and women need to know about sexual assault.  Because of the nature of this 
conversation, if you wish to opt out of the assembly on Monday ask your second period teacher to give you a pass to Mr.
 Elliott.  He will take roll and you can spend the period in L-25. 

Attention 10th graders: CAHSEE testing (the Exit Exam) is next week, Tuesday and Wednesday. Tuesday is a Thursday 
Block schedule and even if you do not have a 1st period, you must report to the appropriate gym by 7:45am. On 
Wednesday, testing begins at 8:55am. Students with the last name beginning A-P will report to the NORTH gym and 
students with Q-Z will report to the SOUTH gym.

AP students: AP exams are on sale at the web store only. If you are in need of financial assistance, please contact your 
counselor immediately.

ACADEMICS/CAREERS/OPPORTUNITIES:  If you are a junior boy or junior girl interested in government, come to the 
Career Center to apply for the American Legion Boys State and Girls State all-expense paid summer programs.  Students
 will actively participate in all phases of creating and running a working government. Those who apply must be strong 
academically, have leadership skills, and have an interest in community and government. Deadline to apply is February 
3.  Applications are available in the Career Center.

Davis High School Orchestra Program Placement Auditions for the 2015-2016 DHS Symphony Orchestra and DHS 
Baroque Ensemble will be held on March 2nd through 6th.  Check your school music room for signup sheets and 
requirements.  The Signup Deadline is Friday, February 19th.  For questions or schedule conflicts, contact Mr. Moreno 
ASAP to work it out.  amoreno@djusd.net.  The audition schedule will be posted on Monday, February 23rd.  

CLUBS/EVENTS:  Come be a math and science tutor!  Application forms for Math and Science Tutors Club are available in 
S-9 and are due February 6th.  For more information, come to S-9 at lunch any day Monday through Thursday to talk to 
a club officer. 

Do you have a desire to wield unfettered power after the proceedings at the school?  Do you want personal control over 
the vast DHS treasury?  Do you want to learn how to make a decent poster?  Apply for Student Government today.  
Applications are due February 13th. 

Come check out the dodgeball finals this Friday at lunch! DODGEBALL!

Hey Key Clubbers!  Spring registration is going on today at lunch in front of Room S-12.  It will be running until Friday, 
2/6.  Old members only need to bring their fall hour sheets and new members should bring $6 to register.  

Attention Seniors! This is the last week to purchase your Grad Night 2015 tickets for $75.00.  Beginning February 1, 
prices will increase to $90.  Tickets may be purchased online at http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/905033 or 
you may download a ticket reservation form and mail it to the address on the form: Davis Grad Night Reservation Form. 

Hey there, I can see your constitutional rights aren’t the only thing you’ve been exercising!  Make sure to come vote 
either next Thursday, February 5th or Friday the 6th before school, at lunch and after school for Student Government 
Elections in Room C-4. 

Get ready for Break the Record Night Spirit Week! Monday is Pajama Day, Tuesday is Flannel Day, Wednesday is Tropical 
Day, Thursday is Prep Day and Friday is White Out!  If you don’t look ridiculous, you aren’t doing it right!

The Jazz Choir presents the 26th Annual Jazz Choir Cabaret Dinner and Show, “Lights Up,” Saturday, February 7th and 
Sunday, February 8th at 6:00 pm at Emerson Junior High School.  The event features musical and dance numbers by the 
Jazz Choir accompanied by the Jazz Combo and a delicious meal catered by Cracchiolo’s.  Tickets are $40 for adults and 
$20 for students.  Table seating is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.  Ticket order forms, a preview of auction 
items and further information are found at www.charityauctionorganizer.com/auction/cabaret2015.  Can’t make the 
Cabaret Dinner Show?  Enjoy the music and dance of the cabaret at a special concert on Tuesday, February 10th at 6:30 
pm at the Brunelle Performance Hall.  Concert tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students. 

The Davis Homeless Shelter is in need of winter supplies for the cold season.  Non-perishable foods, soaps and 
shampoos, as well as gently used winter clothing are being collected in a donation bin inside the front office.  Anything 
helps!

IMPORTANT DATES: 
1/29 - LIFE OF AN ATHLETE PRESENTATION - 6:30 North Gym
1/31 - DAVIS IDOL FINALS 7:00 pm Brunelle Theater
2/2 -   ELECTIONS ASSEMBLY *See Below
2/3 -  CAHSEE EXAM - ELA (Thursday Block Schedule) 
2/4 -  CAHSEE EXAM - MATH (Wednesday Block Schedule)
2/5 -  REGULAR SCHEDULE (Due to CAHSEE Schedule Changes earlier in week)
2/5-2/8 - NORCAL HONOR BAND CSU Chico
2/5-2/10 - ATC Seattle-Vancouver Trip 
2/5    9TH GRADE PARENT NIGHT (Info for incoming 10th grade students) 7:00 pm Brunelle Theater
2/6 - FRIENDSHIP DAY
2/6 - QUARTER 3 PROGRESS PERIOD ENDS
2/6-2/7 - CMEA CAPITOL SECTION HONOR ORCHESTRA All Day
2/7,2/8 - JAZZ CHOIR CABARET DINNER Evening Emerson Junior High
2/9 - WASHINGTON’S BIRTHDAY - NO SCHOOL           

*ASB Rally Schedule -  MONDAY , FEBRUARY 2, 2015
PERIOD		TIME			MINUTES
1st Period	7:45-8:30 a.m.		45 minutes
2nd Period	8:36-9:24 a.m.		48 minutes
Assembly	9:24-10:06 a.m.		42 minutes
 •         2nd Period teachers of 10th & 11th grade students: escort students to assembly in North Gym.
•          2nd period Senior-only teachers:
Bring students to the Brunelle Theater for a Senior Informational Assembly
Break		10:06-10:10 a.m.	4 minutes
3rd Period	10:16-11:04 a.m.	48 minutes
4th Period	11:10 a.m.-12:04 p.m.	54 minutes
LUNCH		12:04-12:48 p.m.	44 minutes
5th Period	12:54-1:42 p.m.		48 minutes
6th Period	1:48-2:36 p.m.		48 minutes
7th Period	2:42-3:30 p.m.		48 minutes