EDHS Bulletin 8-29-17

Tue Aug 29 08:47:14 PDT 2017

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El Diamante High School
A California Distinguished School & Home of the Miners!
Daily Bulletin

Tuesday - August 29, 2017

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CAMPUS INFORMATION

Student Attendance - If you need to call Attendance to clear an absence or have your student released for an appointment, please call your Attendance person directly using the information below:

All 12th Grade Students

Grades 9-11
Last Names A-K

Grades 9-11
Last Names L-Z

Mrs. Gomez
735-3515

Mrs. Stack
735-3516

Mrs. Gates
735-3517

*         Dress Code: As the weather begins to warm up, please be advised that dress code will be strictly enforced.  Please refer to the student conduct code handbook or the dress code policy posted in the attendance office.

*         Locker Rooms: No loitering in or near the locker rooms before school, during class time and after school.

*         Reminder students: The upstairs 300's are off limits during lunch time.

*         Personal Items:  As a reminder students are responsible for any personal items that are brought to school and assume all liability for any of those items if they become damaged, lost or stolen.

*         Attention Skateboard Riders: Please lock your skateboards inside of the skateboard racks that are located in the front of the school. You will need to bring your own lock. Skateboards are NOT allowed on campus. Reminder: Please remove your bike and skateboard locks off the racks when you leave.  There is no saving lockers or racks for the next day.

*         Miner Emporium:  Come by the Miner Emporium (student store) and check out the new gear. We have beanies, bucket hats, hoodies and t-shirt with our new logo. Get them while supplies last.

*        Beanies:  The beanie period has officially ended as of March 1st. Beanies were allowed during the colder months from November 1st to March 1st.

*         The Marines will be on campus on Mondays in the quad area to answer any questions you may have.

*         The Army will be on campus on Tuesdays in front of the career center to answer any questions you may have.

*         The Navy will be on campus on Wednesdays in front of the career center to answer any questions you may.

STUDENT NOTES

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*         Visalia Teen Idol:  We have a special event coming up in Visalia!  Brought to you by the Visalia Parks & Recreation Department is the 14th annual Visalia Teen Idol competition being held at the Redwood High School LJ Williams Theater.  This event will be held on Saturday, September 9th at 6pm!  Come out and support the Visalia youth, you do not want to miss this event!  Pre-Sale tickets can now be purchased at the Anthony Community Center for only $7!!  For more information call 713-4069.

*         ProYouth XL/SEED:   Students Empowered by Exposure to Diversity - would like to extend an invitation to all our students interested in "Film Critique".  Join us on August 28th for our first film "The Bronze Screen: 100 Years of the Latino Image in Hollywood" at the Tulare County Office of Education. Doors open at 5:00 pm, film will start at 5:30 pm. Join us as we kick off our first annual educational film series in Visalia with an overall look at how Latinas and Latinos have been portrayed or marginalized since the beginning of  the film industry.  Stay after the film for an engaging and thought -provoking discussion about the film with other students and community members.  Pick up a participating permit after school at the XL office. Next film will be September 26th "Dolores" - fieldtrip to Maya Cinemas at Fresno, CA, first-come, first-served, reserve your spot!

*         Picture Retakes:  All students are required to take their picture for ID cards.  If you missed picture day, please sign-up in Student Services to have your picture taken on Tuesday, September 26th.  Students, who want to retake their pictures, bring your original picture packet and return it to the photographer on retake day.  Everyone must sign up for a time slot in Student Services.
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*         The PSAT* will be on October 11, 2017
*PSAT Registration Information: Beginning Monday, August 28th purchase test from Mrs. Pena in the Finance Office or online through the EDHS Web store no later than 10/4/17.
Tests are sold on a first-come, first-served basis and may sell out. The cost is $16.

*         College Night:  The annual College Night will be at the Visalia Convention Center on Tuesday, September 12, from 5:30 to 8:00 PM. This event is for any student and their parents, who will be, or currently are, working towards attending a college or university. Information pertaining to entrance requirements and financial aid will be presented. Representatives from local universities, colleges, and other schools will be on hand to provide information and answer questions.  We hope to see you there.

*         Tulare County Youth Council:  TCYC is actively recruiting for the 2017-2018 Tulare County Office of Educations-Tulare County Youth Council.  If you are a 9,10,11,12 grade student interested in being a part of the youth council please complete attached application and return by September 8, 2017.  We are looking to recruit new students to represent your school this upcoming school year. We meet twice a month and we do some great things in the community.  The Youth Council will provide an opportunity for young people in our community to have a voice in the services that the Tulare County Office of Education provides, as well as contribute to local policy issues in areas of concern for the youth of our county.   Participants will have opportunities to develop relationships and skills that will help build their competencies and better prepare them for their future endeavors.

*         Rotary Youth Exchange Scholarship Study Abroad: An informational meeting for parents and students interested in spending a year of their high school studying overseas.  Each year Rotary handles over 8,000 students in this opportunity of a lifetime.  Join us on September 3rd, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at San Joaquin Valley College, 8344 W. Mineral King Ave.  Contact Douglas Arnold 559-802-8645 http://www.RYE5230.com

*          XL Program: Is a great resource for students and parents. We offer Free Tutoring, Enrichment courses, Credit Recovery classes, SAT Prep, and Intervention (re-teaching of class lessons, class work and Benchmark). This Semester we are offering:  -A.M. Tutorials -P.M. Tutorials ( Student Tutors are available for private tutoring upon request) -Ag-Science -Pre-Season Athletics -Animation and Storyboarding -Special Effects -Urban Arts (Hip-Hop) -XL Resource Center.  FREE SNACKS ARE AVAILABLE AFTER SCHOOL FOR ALL STUDENTS IN CAFETERIA. SERVING TIMES ARE FROM 3:16-3:45pm & 5:00-6:00pm.

See below for XL class offerings:

Ballroom Dance:  Salsa, Waltz, Tango and more!
      Mondays- 3:30-4:30 meet in cafeteria

Special Effects: Room 702, Monday-Thursday 3:30-5:30

Video Production:  Room 701, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 3:30-5:30

Ag Science:  Garden, Mondays & Wednesday 3:30-5:30

Jiu Jitsu: Cafeteria, Monday, Wednesday & Fridays 3:30-5:30

Animation & Storyboarding- Room 702, The instructional class-Tuesdays & Thursdays 3:20pm-5:20pm

Wednesdays- Open workshop for additional "one-on-one" help with projects 3:20pm-5:20pm

*         Visitor Parking:  This is a reminder to not park in designated visitor parking as this is reserved for individuals visiting our campus. Thank you for your help in the matter!

*         Dress Code: As the weather begins to warm up, please be advised that dress code will be strictly enforced.  Please refer to the student conduct code handbook or the dress code policy posted in the attendance office.

Loitering Policy

Specific areas where student loitering is prohibited:

1.       Parking lots, Restrooms (Students are not allowed to go to their vehicle and retrieve items during class time)

2.       Playing fields outside the gated area (unless under adult supervision)

3.       Bicycle/skateboard racks

4.       Front of the school on Whitendale Avenue

5.       Bus drop off lane on Crenshaw Street

6.       On school grounds after school hours unless in a supervised activity or classroom

SENIOR NOTES

*         College Application Workshops: Seniors and parents!  See the attached list of College Application Workshops as well as other helpful workshops and informational meetings that will be held at El Diamante and the District Office throughout the year.  We will advertise events at El Diamante individually as they come up.

*         Senior ASB ID Cards:  Are available to pick up in Student Services Office before school, at lunch or after school.  You must bring your ID card to switch for ASB card.

SEE ATTACHMENT FOR ALL SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION

CLUB NOTES

*         GSA Club: We need help decorating and being a representative for the club on Wednesday's Club Rush day.  If you would like to participate, please contact Mrs. Frisch in room 302.  She will give you the details.

*         CLUB RUSH DAY: Will be on Wednesday, August 30.  Come and see what clubs El Diamante has to offer.  Sign up to be a member of the Freshmen, Sophomore, Junior or Senior class.  This is a great way to get INVOLVED on campus.  BE the AMAZING MINER you were meant to be.

SPORTS

Week of   August 29- September 1

Sport

Levels

Day

Date

Opponent/Destination

Out of Class

Bus Leaves

Game Time

Return

Volleyball

All

Tues

8/29

Monache @ Home

3:00pm

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4:30pm

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Tennis

All

Wed

8/30

Hanford @ Hanford

2:00pm

2:30pm

4:00pm

8:00pm

Cross Country

All

Wed

8/30

Tulare Union @ Live Oak

2:00pm

2:30pm

4:30pm

6:00pm

Volleyball

All

Thu

8/31

Exeter @ Exeter

2:30pm

3:00pm

4:30pm

10:00pm

Football

Frosh

Thu

8/31

Tulare Union @ Home

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5:00pm

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Football

JV

Fri

9/1

Tulare Union @ Golden West

2:30pm

3:00pm

5:00pm

10:00

Football

Varsity

Fri

9/1

Tulare Union @ Golden West

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4:30pm

7:30pm

10:00pm

PARENT NOTES

*         College Application Workshops: Seniors and parents!  See the attached list of College Application Workshops as well as other helpful workshops and informational meetings that will be held at El Diamante and the District Office throughout the year.  We will advertise events at El Diamante individually as they come up.

*         Freshman/Sophomore Parent Night:  Parents please join us for Freshman/Sophomore Parent Night on Tuesday, September 19th at 6:00pm in the EDHS Library. We will discuss important topics including College Systems, A-G vs. Graduation Requirements, Testing and Parent Resources.

*         Picture Retakes:  All students are required to take their picture for ID cards.  If you missed picture day, please sign-up in Student Services to have your picture taken on Tuesday, September 26th.  Students, who want to retake their pictures, bring your original picture packet and return it to the photographer on retake day.  Everyone must sign up for a time slot in Student Services.

*         The PSAT* will be on October 11, 2017
*PSAT Registration Information: Beginning Monday, August 28th purchase test from Mrs. Pena in the Finance Office or online through the EDHS Web store no later than 10/4/17.
Tests are sold on a first-come, first-served basis and may sell out. The cost is $16.

*          College Night:  The annual College Night will be at the Visalia Convention Center on Tuesday, September 12, from 5:30 to 8:00 PM. This event is for any student and their parents, who will be, or currently are, working towards attending a college or university. Information pertaining to entrance requirements and financial aid will be presented. Representatives from local universities, colleges, and other schools will be on hand to provide information and answer questions.  We hope to see you there.

*          Dress Code Policy: As the weather begins to warm up, please be advised that dress code will be strictly enforced.  Please refer to the student conduct code handbook or the dress code policy posted in the attendance office.

*         Attention Parents: To purchase Miner Swag please visit the EDHS Fan store on the EDHS Website.
http://vusd.org/ElDiamante

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