From edhs-bulletin at mailman.vusd.org Fri Sep 1 08:51:40 2017 From: edhs-bulletin at mailman.vusd.org (El Diamante High School Daily Bulletin) Date: Fri, 1 Sep 2017 08:51:40 -0700 Subject: EDHS Bulletin 9-1-17 Message-ID: [cid:image013.png at 01D322FF.877457B0][cid:image003.jpg at 01D322FF.405985D0][cid:image004.png at 01D322FF.405985D0] El Diamante High School A California Distinguished School & Home of the Miners! Daily Bulletin Friday - September 1, 2017 [cid:image014.jpg at 01D322FF.877457B0] 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 735-3516 Mrs. Stack 735-3501 Mrs. Gates 735-3517 * Lunch Campus Exit: Students will have 10 minutes to exit campus for lunch. This is being done to ensure that there is adequate time for you to return and not be tardy to class. Students will not be allowed to exit through the attendance office without administrative approval or parent pick up. Should a student be tardy, they will be assigned a lunch detention. * Cell Phones: This is a reminder regarding cell phones, students who possess cell phones on campus must abide by the rules governing their use as outlined in the Student Conduct Code. Misuse of cell phones could lead to confiscation and/or banning the use of such items. Students who possess these items at school are entirely at their own risk. The school or district is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged devices (BP 5131 b). Cell phones are to be turned off during class time and at any other time as directed by a district employee. If student refuses to give cell phone to teacher or district employee, this will be considered defiance and will lead to disciplinary actions. * Dress Code: All students are expected to adhere to the dress code as outlined in the Student Conduct Code handbook. Dress Code will be strictly enforced. * 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: Beanies are not to be worn on campus with the exception of the colder months; beanies are allowed from November 1st to March 1st only. * 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 * ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS: Period for adding or dropping classes is over. * Lunch Campus Exit: Students will have 10 minutes to exit campus for lunch. This is being done to ensure that there is adequate time for you to return and not be tardy to class. Students will not be allowed to exit through the attendance office without administrative approval or parent pick up. Should a student be tardy, they will be assigned a lunch detention. * Cell Phones: This is a reminder regarding cell phones; Students who possess cell phones on campus must abide by the rules governing their use as outlined in the Student Conduct Code. Misuse of cell phones could lead to confiscation and/or banning the use of such items. Students who possess these items at school are entirely at their own risk. The school or district is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged devices (BP 5131 b). Cell phones are to be turned off during class time and at any other time as directed by a district employee. If student refuses to give cell phone to teacher or district employee, this will be considered defiance and will lead to disciplinary actions. [cid:image015.jpg at 01D322FF.877457B0] * 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 September 26th, "Dolores" - fieldtrip to Maya Cinemas at Fresno, CA, first-come, first-served, reserve your spot! Pick up a participating permit after school at the XL office. * 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. [cid:image016.jpg at 01D322FF.877457B0] * 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 COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY VISITS Sign-ups are available in the Student Services Office Date Time College/University Tuesday-September 12 9:20am Vanguard University Tuesday-September 12 Homeroom Carroll College Tuesday-September 12 11:00am Point Loma Nazarene Tuesday-September 12 1:30pm University of La Verne Tuesday-September 12 2:40pm University of Redlands Wednesday-September 13 8:30am Biola University Thursday-September 14 9:00am UCLA Friday-September 15 8:30am New Mexico Highlands University Wednesday-September 20 9:20am Colorado Christian University Wednesday-September 20 Homeroom Westmont College SENIOR NOTES * Attention Seniors: There will be a UC Application Workshop with UC Merced on Monday, September 25th in the Library. Please sign up in the Student Services office. Space is limited. * 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. * Attention Class of 2018: While working on college applications this year, we recommend looking into the Wendy's High School Heisman Scholarship. They give out 100 scholarships to students ranging from $1,000 - $10,000. Application deadline is October 2. Visit WendysHeisman.com to learn more. SEE ATTACHMENT FOR ALL SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION CLUB NOTES * Future Teacher Club: Club meeting will be on Wednesday 9/20 @ lunch in room 507 for the Future Teacher Club. * CSF Meeting: First CSF General Meeting this year is Tuesday, Sept 5th @ lunch in gym get dates of upcoming events and sign up for community service SPORTS [cid:image017.png at 01D322FF.877457B0] Sport Levels Day Date Opponent/Destination Out of Class Bus Leaves Game Time Return 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 --- 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. 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Daily Bulletin Tuesday - September 5, 2017 [cid:image004.jpg at 01D32628.71FDEB90] 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 735-3516 Mrs. Stack 735-3501 Mrs. Gates 735-3517 * Lunch Campus Exit: Students will have 10 minutes to exit campus for lunch. This is being done to ensure that there is adequate time for you to return and not be tardy to class. Students will not be allowed to exit through the attendance office without administrative approval or parent pick up. Should a student be tardy, they will be assigned a lunch detention. * Cell Phones: This is a reminder regarding cell phones, students who possess cell phones on campus must abide by the rules governing their use as outlined in the Student Conduct Code. Misuse of cell phones could lead to confiscation and/or banning the use of such items. Students who possess these items at school are entirely at their own risk. The school or district is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged devices (BP 5131 b). Cell phones are to be turned off during class time and at any other time as directed by a district employee. If student refuses to give cell phone to teacher or district employee, this will be considered defiance and will lead to disciplinary actions. * Dress Code: All students are expected to adhere to the dress code as outlined in the Student Conduct Code handbook. Dress Code will be strictly enforced. * 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: Beanies are not to be worn on campus with the exception of the colder months; beanies are allowed from November 1st to March 1st only. * 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 * Jostens Class Rings: Jostens will be here on Wednesday, September 13 during homeroom to present to all the juniors about class ring orders. Jostens will return on Thursday evening, 9/21 to take orders during the Junior/Senior Parent Night in the Theatre. Please make sure to share this information with your parents. See your Learning Director if you have any questions. * Junior/Senior Parent Meeting: A Junior/Senior Parent meeting will be held Thursday, September 21, 2017 at 6:00pm in the EDHS Library. Information on A-G requirements, CA College systems, understanding transcripts, the FASFA process and other topics will be discussed. * ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS: Period for adding or dropping classes is over. * Lunch Campus Exit: Students will have 10 minutes to exit campus for lunch. This is being done to ensure that there is adequate time for you to return and not be tardy to class. Students will not be allowed to exit through the attendance office without administrative approval or parent pick up. Should a student be tardy, they will be assigned a lunch detention. * Cell Phones: This is a reminder regarding cell phones; Students who possess cell phones on campus must abide by the rules governing their use as outlined in the Student Conduct Code. Misuse of cell phones could lead to confiscation and/or banning the use of such items. Students who possess these items at school are entirely at their own risk. The school or district is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged devices (BP 5131 b). Cell phones are to be turned off during class time and at any other time as directed by a district employee. If student refuses to give cell phone to teacher or district employee, this will be considered defiance and will lead to disciplinary actions. [cid:image005.jpg at 01D32628.71FDEB90] * 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 September 26th, "Dolores" - fieldtrip to Maya Cinemas at Fresno, CA, first-come, first-served, reserve your spot! Pick up a participating permit after school at the XL office. * 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. [cid:image006.jpg at 01D32628.71FDEB90] * 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. * 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 COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY VISITS Sign-ups are available in the Student Services Office Date Time College/University Tuesday-September 12 9:20am Vanguard University Tuesday-September 12 Homeroom Carroll College Tuesday-September 12 11:00am Point Loma Nazarene Tuesday-September 12 1:30pm University of La Verne Tuesday-September 12 2:40pm University of Redlands Wednesday-September 13 8:30am Biola University Thursday-September 14 9:00am UCLA Friday-September 15 8:30am New Mexico Highlands University Wednesday-September 20 9:20am Colorado Christian University Wednesday-September 20 Homeroom Westmont College SAT Date SAT Subject Tests Available (Find Dates) Registration Deadline October 7, 2017 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date September 8, 2017 November 4, 2017 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date October 5, 2017 December 2, 2017 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date November 2, 2017 March 10, 2018 Register SAT Subject Tests not offered on this date February 9, 2018 May 5, 2018 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date April 6, 2018 June 2, 2018 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date May 3, 2018 ACT Test Dates Test Date Registration Deadline (Late Fee Required) October 28, 2017 September 22, 2017 September 23-October 6, 2017 December 9, 2017 November 3, 2017 November 4-17, 2017 February 10, 2018 January 12, 2018 January 13-19, 2018 April 14, 2018 March 9, 2018 March 10-23, 2018 June 9, 2018 May 4, 2018 May 5-18, 2018 July 14, 2018 June 15, 2018 June 16-22, 2018 SENIOR NOTES * Junior/Senior Parent Meeting: A Junior/Senior Parent meeting will be held Thursday, September 21, 2017 at 6:00pm in the EDHS Library. Information on A-G requirements, CA College systems, understanding transcripts, the FASFA process and other topics will be discussed. * Senior Panoramic Picture: Attention all Seniors; It's almost time for the senior panoramic picture. Mark your calendars for Wednesday, October 18, 2017. Seniors should report to your homeroom class, and then go to the gym for the picture. No props, sign hand gestures, etc. Please be careful not to block anyone's face from the pictures. You are expected to dress appropriately (in dress code). Anyone who is inappropriately dressed will not be allowed in the picture * Attention Seniors: There will be a UC Application Workshop with UC Merced on Monday, September 25th in the Library. Please sign up in the Student Services office. Space is limited. * 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. * Attention Class of 2018: While working on college applications this year, we recommend looking into the Wendy's High School Heisman Scholarship. They give out 100 scholarships to students ranging from $1,000 - $10,000. Application deadline is October 2. Visit WendysHeisman.com to learn more. SEE ATTACHMENT FOR ALL SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION CLUB NOTES * Future Teacher Club: Club meeting will be on Wednesday 9/20 @ lunch in room 507 for the Future Teacher Club. * CSF Meeting: First CSF General Meeting this year is Tuesday, Sept 5th @ lunch in gym get dates of upcoming events and sign up for community service SPORTS [cid:image007.png at 01D32628.71FDEB90] 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. 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Daily Bulletin Wednesday - September 6, 2017 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 735-3516 Mrs. Stack 735-3501 Mrs. Gates 735-3517 * Lunch Campus Exit: Students will have 10 minutes to exit campus for lunch. This is being done to ensure that there is adequate time for you to return and not be tardy to class. Students will not be allowed to exit through the attendance office without administrative approval or parent pick up. Should a student be tardy, they will be assigned a lunch detention. * Cell Phones: This is a reminder regarding cell phones, students who possess cell phones on campus must abide by the rules governing their use as outlined in the Student Conduct Code. Misuse of cell phones could lead to confiscation and/or banning the use of such items. Students who possess these items at school are entirely at their own risk. The school or district is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged devices (BP 5131 b). Cell phones are to be turned off during class time and at any other time as directed by a district employee. If student refuses to give cell phone to teacher or district employee, this will be considered defiance and will lead to disciplinary actions. * 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. * 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! * Locker Rooms: No loitering in or near the locker rooms before school, during class time and after school. * 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: Beanies are not to be worn on campus with the exception of the colder months; beanies are allowed from November 1st to March 1st only. * The Marines will be on campus on Mondays in the quad area, the Army will be on campus on Tuesdays in front of the Career Center and the Navy will be on campus on Wednesdays in front of the Career Center to answer any questions you may have. * 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 STUDENT NOTES * Jostens Class Rings: Jostens will be here on Wednesday, September 13 during homeroom to present to all the juniors about class ring orders. Jostens will return on Thursday evening, 9/21 to take orders during the Junior/Senior Parent Night in the Theatre. Please make sure to share this information with your parents. See your Learning Director if you have any questions. * ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS: Period for adding or dropping classes is over. * 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 September 26th, "Dolores" - fieldtrip to Maya Cinemas at Fresno, CA, first-come, first-served, reserve your spot! Pick up a participating permit after school at the XL office. * 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. * 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. COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY VISITS Sign-ups are available in the Student Services Office Date Time College/University Tuesday-September 12 9:20am Vanguard University Tuesday-September 12 Homeroom Carroll College Tuesday-September 12 11:00am Point Loma Nazarene Tuesday-September 12 1:30pm University of La Verne Tuesday-September 12 2:40pm University of Redlands Wednesday-September 13 8:30am Biola University Thursday-September 14 9:00am UCLA Friday-September 15 8:30am New Mexico Highlands University Wednesday-September 20 9:20am Colorado Christian University Wednesday-September 20 Homeroom Westmont College SAT Date SAT Subject Tests Available (Find Dates) Registration Deadline October 7, 2017 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date September 8, 2017 November 4, 2017 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date October 5, 2017 December 2, 2017 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date November 2, 2017 March 10, 2018 Register SAT Subject Tests not offered on this date February 9, 2018 May 5, 2018 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date April 6, 2018 June 2, 2018 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date May 3, 2018 ACT Test Dates Test Date Registration Deadline (Late Fee Required) October 28, 2017 September 22, 2017 September 23-October 6, 2017 December 9, 2017 November 3, 2017 November 4-17, 2017 February 10, 2018 January 12, 2018 January 13-19, 2018 April 14, 2018 March 9, 2018 March 10-23, 2018 June 9, 2018 May 4, 2018 May 5-18, 2018 July 14, 2018 June 15, 2018 June 16-22, 2018 SENIOR NOTES * COS Informational Meeting: ATTENTION ALL SENIORS who are planning on attending the College of the Sequoias in the fall. There is a COS Senior Informational Meeting on Thursday, September 28 during homeroom in the Gym. If interested in attending this informational session, please sign-up in the Student Services Office with Mrs. Rodarte. * Senior Panoramic Picture: Attention all Seniors; It's almost time for the senior panoramic picture. Mark your calendars for Wednesday, October 18, 2017. Seniors should report to your homeroom class, and then go to the gym for the picture. No props, sign hand gestures, etc. Please be careful not to block anyone's face from the pictures. You are expected to dress appropriately (in dress code). Anyone who is inappropriately dressed will not be allowed in the picture * Attention Seniors: There will be a UC Application Workshop with UC Merced on Monday, September 25th in the Library. Please sign up in the Student Services office. Space is limited. * 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. * Attention Class of 2018: While working on college applications this year, we recommend looking into the Wendy's High School Heisman Scholarship. They give out 100 scholarships to students ranging from $1,000 - $10,000. Application deadline is October 2. Visit WendysHeisman.com to learn more. SEE ATTACHMENT FOR ALL SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION CLUB NOTES * Fashion Club: Will be meeting on Wednesday 09/06/17 in Room 607 @ 1:00 for Officer Elections. If you are running for a club officer, please have your speech ready! * Future Teacher Club: Club meeting will be on Wednesday 9/20 @ lunch in room 507 for the Future Teacher Club. SPORTS Sport Levels Day Date Opponent/Destination Out of Class Bus Leaves Game Time Return Girls Golf All Thur. 9/7 Mini Tour Hosted by Redwood --- 1:30pm 2:00pm TBA Tennis All Thur 9/7 Lemoore @ Lemoore 2:00pm 2:30pm 4:00pm 10:00pm Football Frosh Thur 9/7 Monache @ Monache 2:00pm 2:30 5:00pm 8:00pm Football JV Fri 9/8 Monache @ Granite Hills 2:00pm 2:30 5:00pm 8:00pm Cheer All Fri 9/8 Monache @ Granite Hills --- 3:30pm 5:00pm 10:00pm Football Varsity Fri 9/8 Monache @ Granite Hills --- 4:00pm 7:30pm 10:00pm Volleyball Varsity Fri-Sat 9/8-9/9 Golden Valley Tournament (Merced) 11:30 12:00 TBA TBA Tennis Varsity Fri.-Sat 9/8-9/9 Clovis Tourney All Day 6:00 8:00 TBA Volleyball JV Sat. 9/9 Hoover Tourney (Fresno) --- 6:30 TBA TBA Cross Country All Sat. 9/9 Kingsburg --- 6:00am 8:00am 6:00 pm PARENT NOTES * Freshman/Sophomore Parent night: Will be on Tuesday, September 19, 2017. 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Name: tcyc application 2017.pdf Type: application/pdf Size: 290636 bytes Desc: tcyc application 2017.pdf URL: From edhs-bulletin at mailman.vusd.org Thu Sep 7 08:57:31 2017 From: edhs-bulletin at mailman.vusd.org (El Diamante High School Daily Bulletin) Date: Thu, 7 Sep 2017 08:57:31 -0700 Subject: EDHS Bulletin 9-7-17 Message-ID: [cid:image001.png at 01D327B7.56E51AF0][cid:image002.jpg at 01D327B7.56E51AF0][cid:image003.png at 01D327B7.56E51AF0] El Diamante High School A California Distinguished School & Home of the Miners! Daily Bulletin Thursday - September 7, 2017 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 735-3516 Mrs. Stack 735-3501 Mrs. Gates 735-3517 * Lunch Campus Exit: Students will have 10 minutes to exit campus for lunch. This is being done to ensure that there is adequate time for you to return and not be tardy to class. Students will not be allowed to exit through the attendance office without administrative approval or parent pick up. Should a student be tardy, they will be assigned a lunch detention. * Cell Phones: This is a reminder regarding cell phones, students who possess cell phones on campus must abide by the rules governing their use as outlined in the Student Conduct Code. Misuse of cell phones could lead to confiscation and/or banning the use of such items. Students who possess these items at school are entirely at their own risk. The school or district is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged devices (BP 5131 b). Cell phones are to be turned off during class time and at any other time as directed by a district employee. If student refuses to give cell phone to teacher or district employee, this will be considered defiance and will lead to disciplinary actions. * 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. * 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! * Locker Rooms: No loitering in or near the locker rooms before school, during class time and after school. * 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: Beanies are not to be worn on campus with the exception of the colder months; beanies are allowed from November 1st to March 1st only. * The Marines will be on campus on Mondays in the quad area, the Army will be on campus on Tuesdays in front of the Career Center and the Navy will be on campus on Wednesdays in front of the Career Center to answer any questions you may have. * 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 STUDENT NOTES * Step Up Youth Challenge: The return of the successful Step Up Youth Challenge is back. For more information on the Youth Challenge please go to http://stepupyouthchallenge.org/challenge/. The Youth challenge is designed to engage a diverse group of students in a project-based learning experience over the course of the 2017-2018 school year. To get started, you must indicate your "intent to participate" as space is limited to 15 high school teams. Reservations will be given on a first come first serve basis, so visit www.surveymonkey.com/r/17-18Challenge to register your team today. The deadline to register is Friday, September 8th. * Jostens Class Rings: Jostens will be here on Wednesday, September 13 during homeroom to present to all the juniors about class ring orders. Jostens will return on Thursday evening, 9/21 to take orders during the Junior/Senior Parent Night in the Theatre. Please make sure to share this information with your parents. See your Learning Director if you have any questions. * ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS: Period for adding or dropping classes is over. * 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 September 26th, "Dolores" - fieldtrip to Maya Cinemas at Fresno, CA, first-come, first-served, reserve your spot! Pick up a participating permit after school at the XL office. * 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. * 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. * ASVAB Prep Workshop: All Juniors and Seniors - Jasmine Reed, our XL College and Career Ambassador, will be having an ASVAB Prep Workshop in the Career Center September 19th from 3:30-5:30. For more information please go to Lab 62 (XL Office) for more information. COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY VISITS Sign-ups are available in the Student Services Office Date Time College/University Tuesday-September 12 9:20am Vanguard University Tuesday-September 12 Homeroom Carroll College Tuesday-September 12 11:00am Point Loma Nazarene Tuesday-September 12 1:30pm University of La Verne Tuesday-September 12 2:40pm University of Redlands Wednesday-September 13 8:30am Biola University Thursday-September 14 9:00am UCLA Friday-September 15 8:30am New Mexico Highlands University Wednesday-September 20 9:20am Colorado Christian University Wednesday-September 20 Homeroom Westmont College Thursday-October 19 8:30am UC Santa Barbara Wednesday-November 8 9:00am Fresno Pacific University SAT Date SAT Subject Tests Available (Find Dates) Registration Deadline October 7, 2017 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date September 8, 2017 November 4, 2017 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date October 5, 2017 December 2, 2017 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date November 2, 2017 March 10, 2018 Register SAT Subject Tests not offered on this date February 9, 2018 May 5, 2018 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date April 6, 2018 June 2, 2018 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date May 3, 2018 ACT Test Dates Test Date Registration Deadline (Late Fee Required) October 28, 2017 September 22, 2017 September 23-October 6, 2017 December 9, 2017 November 3, 2017 November 4-17, 2017 February 10, 2018 January 12, 2018 January 13-19, 2018 April 14, 2018 March 9, 2018 March 10-23, 2018 June 9, 2018 May 4, 2018 May 5-18, 2018 July 14, 2018 June 15, 2018 June 16-22, 2018 SENIOR NOTES * COS Senior Informational Meeting: ATTENTION ALL SENIORS who are planning on attending the College of the Sequoias in the fall. There is a COS Senior Informational Meeting on Thursday, September 28 during homeroom in the Gym. If interested in attending this informational session, please sign-up in the Student Services Office with Mrs. Rodarte. * AES Scholarship Deadline Is Approaching: The deadline for the 12th annual AES Scholarship is October 6, 2017. Visit our website at http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm. * COS Informational Meeting: ATTENTION ALL SENIORS who are planning on attending the College of the Sequoias in the fall. There is a COS Senior Informational Meeting on Thursday, September 28 during homeroom in the Gym. If interested in attending this informational session, please sign-up in the Student Services Office with Mrs. Rodarte. * Senior Panoramic Picture: Attention all Seniors; It's almost time for the senior panoramic picture. Mark your calendars for Wednesday, October 18, 2017. Seniors should report to your homeroom class, and then go to the gym for the picture. No props, sign hand gestures, etc. Please be careful not to block anyone's face from the pictures. You are expected to dress appropriately (in dress code). Anyone who is inappropriately dressed will not be allowed in the picture * Attention Seniors: There will be a UC Application Workshop with UC Merced on Monday, September 25th in the Library. Please sign up in the Student Services office. Space is limited. * 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. * Attention Class of 2018: While working on college applications this year, we recommend looking into the Wendy's High School Heisman Scholarship. They give out 100 scholarships to students ranging from $1,000 - $10,000. Application deadline is October 2. Visit WendysHeisman.com to learn more. SEE ATTACHMENT FOR ALL SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION CLUB NOTES * Future Teacher Club: Club meeting will be on Wednesday 9/20 @ lunch in room 507 for the Future Teacher Club. SPORTS Sport Levels Day Date Opponent/Destination Out of Class Bus Leaves Game Time Return Girls Golf All Thu 9/7 Mini Tour Hosted by Redwood --- 1:30pm 2:00pm TBA Tennis All Thu 9/7 Lemoore @ Lemoore 2:00pm 2:30pm 4:00pm 10:00pm Football Frosh Thu 9/7 Monache @ Monache 2:00pm 2:30 5:00pm 8:00pm Football JV Fri 9/8 Monache @ Granite Hills 2:00pm 2:30 5:00pm 8:00pm Cheer All Fri 9/8 Monache @ Granite Hills --- 3:30pm 5:00pm 10:00pm Football Varsity Fri 9/8 Monache @ Granite Hills --- 4:00pm 7:30pm 10:00pm Volleyball Varsity Fri-Sat 9/8-9/9 Golden Valley Tournament (Merced) 11:30 12:00 TBA TBA Tennis Varsity Fri.-Sat 9/8-9/9 Clovis Tourney All Day 6:00 8:00 TBA Volleyball JV Sat. 9/9 Hoover Tourney (Fresno) --- 6:30 TBA TBA Cross Country All Sat. 9/9 Kingsburg --- 6:00am 8:00am 6:00 pm PARENT NOTES * Freshman/Sophomore Parent night: Will be on Tuesday, September 19, 2017. 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Name: tcyc application 2017.pdf Type: application/pdf Size: 290636 bytes Desc: tcyc application 2017.pdf URL: From edhs-bulletin at mailman.vusd.org Fri Sep 8 09:11:51 2017 From: edhs-bulletin at mailman.vusd.org (El Diamante High School Daily Bulletin) Date: Fri, 8 Sep 2017 09:11:51 -0700 Subject: EDHS Bulletin 9-8-17 Message-ID: [cid:image001.png at 01D32882.81F01210][cid:image002.jpg at 01D32882.81F01210][cid:image003.png at 01D32882.81F01210] El Diamante High School A California Distinguished School & Home of the Miners! Daily Bulletin Friday - September 8, 2017 [cid:image004.jpg at 01D32882.81F01210] [cid:image005.jpg at 01D32882.81F01210] 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 735-3516 Mrs. Stack 735-3501 Mrs. Gates 735-3517 * Lunch Campus Exit: Students will have 10 minutes to exit campus for lunch. This is being done to ensure that there is adequate time for you to return and not be tardy to class. Students will not be allowed to exit through the attendance office without administrative approval or parent pick up. Should a student be tardy, they will be assigned a lunch detention. * Cell Phones: This is a reminder regarding cell phones, students who possess cell phones on campus must abide by the rules governing their use as outlined in the Student Conduct Code. Misuse of cell phones could lead to confiscation and/or banning the use of such items. Students who possess these items at school are entirely at their own risk. The school or district is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged devices (BP 5131 b). Cell phones are to be turned off during class time and at any other time as directed by a district employee. If student refuses to give cell phone to teacher or district employee, this will be considered defiance and will lead to disciplinary actions. * 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. * 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! * Locker Rooms: No loitering in or near the locker rooms before school, during class time and after school. * 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: Beanies are not to be worn on campus with the exception of the colder months; beanies are allowed from November 1st to March 1st only. * The Marines will be on campus on Mondays in the quad area, the Army will be on campus on Tuesdays in front of the Career Center and the Navy will be on campus on Wednesdays in front of the Career Center to answer any questions you may have. * 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 STUDENT NOTES * Step Up Youth Challenge: The return of the successful Step Up Youth Challenge is back. For more information on the Youth Challenge please go to http://stepupyouthchallenge.org/challenge/. The Youth challenge is designed to engage a diverse group of students in a project-based learning experience over the course of the 2017-2018 school year. To get started, you must indicate your "intent to participate" as space is limited to 15 high school teams. Reservations will be given on a first come first serve basis, so visit www.surveymonkey.com/r/17-18Challenge to register your team today. The deadline to register is Friday, September 8th. * Jostens Class Rings: Jostens will be here on Wednesday, September 13 during homeroom to present to all the juniors about class ring orders. Jostens will return on Thursday evening, 9/21 to take orders during the Junior/Senior Parent Night in the Theatre. Please make sure to share this information with your parents. See your Learning Director if you have any questions. * ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS: Period for adding or dropping classes is over. * 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 September 26th, "Dolores" - fieldtrip to Maya Cinemas at Fresno, CA, first-come, first-served, reserve your spot! Pick up a participating permit after school at the XL office. * 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. * 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. * ASVAB Prep Workshop: All Juniors and Seniors - Jasmine Reed, our XL College and Career Ambassador, will be having an ASVAB Prep Workshop in the Career Center September 19th from 3:30-5:30. For more information please go to Lab 62 (XL Office) and ask for Jasmine Reed for more information and to sign up. * ASVAB Test: Juniors, and Seniors: The ASVAB Test will be given here on campus Wednesday, October 25th in the library at 8:30am. If you would like to participate please sign-up in the Student Services office. COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY VISITS Sign-ups are available in the Student Services Office Date Time College/University Monday, September 11 12:00 Marist College Tuesday-September 12 9:20am Vanguard University Tuesday-September 12 Homeroom Carroll College Tuesday-September 12 11:00am Point Loma Nazarene Tuesday-September 12 1:30pm University of La Verne Tuesday-September 12 2:40pm University of Redlands Wednesday-September 13 8:30am Biola University Thursday-September 14 9:00am UCLA Friday-September 15 8:30am New Mexico Highlands University Wednesday-September 20 9:20am Colorado Christian University Wednesday-September 20 Homeroom Westmont College Wednesday-September 27 9:00am Fresno Pacific University Tuesday-October 17 1:30pm Fresno Pacific University Thursday-October 19 8:30am UC Santa Barbara Wednesday-November 8 9:00am Fresno Pacific University Wednesday-November 29 Homeroom Fresno Pacific University SAT Date SAT Subject Tests Available (Find Dates) Registration Deadline October 7, 2017 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date September 8, 2017 November 4, 2017 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date October 5, 2017 December 2, 2017 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date November 2, 2017 March 10, 2018 Register SAT Subject Tests not offered on this date February 9, 2018 May 5, 2018 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date April 6, 2018 June 2, 2018 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date May 3, 2018 ACT Test Dates Test Date Registration Deadline (Late Fee Required) October 28, 2017 September 22, 2017 September 23-October 6, 2017 December 9, 2017 November 3, 2017 November 4-17, 2017 February 10, 2018 January 12, 2018 January 13-19, 2018 April 14, 2018 March 9, 2018 March 10-23, 2018 June 9, 2018 May 4, 2018 May 5-18, 2018 July 14, 2018 June 15, 2018 June 16-22, 2018 SENIOR NOTES * Attention Seniors: El Diamante automatically uploads your GPA to the Cal Grant system electronically. This informs your colleges of your eligibility and qualification for certain grants and monies without you having to complete further forms for the Cal Grant. You do have the option to opt out of sending your GPA to colleges by coming into the student services office by September 28, fill out the OPT OUT form and have parents sign for approval. See your Learning Director if you have any questions. * COS Senior Informational Meeting: ATTENTION ALL SENIORS who are planning on attending the College of the Sequoias in the fall. There is a COS Senior Informational Meeting on Thursday, September 28 during homeroom in the Gym. If interested in attending this informational session, please sign-up in the Student Services Office with Mrs. Rodarte. * AES Scholarship Deadline Is Approaching: The deadline for the 12th annual AES Scholarship is October 6, 2017. Visit our website at http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm. * COS Informational Meeting: ATTENTION ALL SENIORS who are planning on attending the College of the Sequoias in the fall. There is a COS Senior Informational Meeting on Thursday, September 28 during homeroom in the Gym. If interested in attending this informational session, please sign-up in the Student Services Office with Mrs. Rodarte. * Senior Panoramic Picture: Attention all Seniors; It's almost time for the senior panoramic picture. Mark your calendars for Wednesday, October 18, 2017. Seniors should report to your homeroom class, and then go to the gym for the picture. No props, sign hand gestures, etc. Please be careful not to block anyone's face from the pictures. You are expected to dress appropriately (in dress code). Anyone who is inappropriately dressed will not be allowed in the picture * Attention Seniors: There will be a UC Application Workshop with UC Merced on Monday, September 25th in the Library. Please sign up in the Student Services office. Space is limited. * 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. * Attention Class of 2018: While working on college applications this year, we recommend looking into the Wendy's High School Heisman Scholarship. They give out 100 scholarships to students ranging from $1,000 - $10,000. Application deadline is October 2. Visit WendysHeisman.com to learn more. SEE ATTACHMENT FOR ALL SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION CLUB NOTES * Animal Charity: Will have its first club meeting on Tuesday, September 12th during lunch in the gym. * G.S.A. Club: First GSA meeting will be on Tuesday, September 12th @ lunch in room 302. Lunch will be provided. * Future Teacher Club: Club meeting will be on Wednesday 9/20 @ lunch in room 507 for the Future Teacher Club. SPORTS Sport Levels Day Date Opponent/Destination Out of Class Bus Leaves Game Time Return Football JV Fri 9/8 Monache @ Granite Hills 2:00pm 2:30 5:00pm 8:00pm Cheer All Fri 9/8 Monache @ Granite Hills --- 3:30pm 5:00pm 10:00pm Football Varsity Fri 9/8 Monache @ Granite Hills --- 4:00pm 7:30pm 10:00pm Volleyball Varsity Fri-Sat 9/8-9/9 Golden Valley Tournament (Merced) 11:30 12:00 TBA TBA Tennis Varsity Fri.-Sat 9/8-9/9 Clovis Tourney All Day 6:00 8:00 TBA Volleyball JV Sat. 9/9 Hoover Tourney (Fresno) --- 6:30 TBA TBA Cross Country All Sat. 9/9 Kingsburg --- 6:00am 8:00am 6:00 pm PARENT NOTES * Freshman/Sophomore Parent night: Will be on Tuesday, September 19, 2017. In the Library - 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. * Junior/Senior Parent Meeting: A Junior/Senior Parent meeting will be held Thursday, September 21, 2017 at 6:00pm in the EDHS Theatre. 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Name: tcyc application 2017.pdf Type: application/pdf Size: 290636 bytes Desc: tcyc application 2017.pdf URL: From edhs-bulletin at mailman.vusd.org Mon Sep 11 08:54:19 2017 From: edhs-bulletin at mailman.vusd.org (El Diamante High School Daily Bulletin) Date: Mon, 11 Sep 2017 08:54:19 -0700 Subject: EDHS Bulletin 9-11-17 Message-ID: [cid:image001.png at 01D32ADB.8E2F3820][cid:image002.jpg at 01D32ADB.8E2F3820][cid:image003.png at 01D32ADB.8E2F3820] El Diamante High School A California Distinguished School & Home of the Miners! Daily Bulletin Monday - September 11, 2017 Minimun Day - Staff Development Monday-Staff Development & PLC Pre-First 7:24-8:00 36 min. PLC Time 8:00-8:54 54 min. Period 1 9:00-9:31 31 min. Passing 9:31-9:37 6 min. Period 2 9:37-10:08 31 min. Passing 10:08-10:14 6 min. Period 3 10:14-10:45 31 min. Passing 10:45-10:51 6 min. Period 4 10:51-11:22 31 min. Lunch 11:22-12:02 40 min. Passing 12:02-12:08 6 min. Period 5 12:08-12:39 31 min. Passing 12:39-12:45 6 min. Period 6 12:45-1:16 31 min. [cid:image004.jpg at 01D32ADB.8E2F3820] [cid:image005.jpg at 01D32ADB.8E2F3820] 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 735-3516 Mrs. Stack 735-3501 Mrs. Gates 735-3517 * Lunch Campus Exit: Students will have 10 minutes to exit campus for lunch. This is being done to ensure that there is adequate time for you to return and not be tardy to class. Students will not be allowed to exit through the attendance office without administrative approval or parent pick up. Should a student be tardy, they will be assigned a lunch detention. * Cell Phones: This is a reminder regarding cell phones, students who possess cell phones on campus must abide by the rules governing their use as outlined in the Student Conduct Code. Misuse of cell phones could lead to confiscation and/or banning the use of such items. Students who possess these items at school are entirely at their own risk. The school or district is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged devices (BP 5131 b). Cell phones are to be turned off during class time and at any other time as directed by a district employee. If student refuses to give cell phone to teacher or district employee, this will be considered defiance and will lead to disciplinary actions. * 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. * 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! * Locker Rooms: No loitering in or near the locker rooms before school, during class time and after school. * 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: Beanies are not to be worn on campus with the exception of the colder months; beanies are allowed from November 1st to March 1st only. * The Marines will be on campus on Mondays in the quad area, the Army will be on campus on Tuesdays in front of the Career Center, the Navy will be on campus on Wednesdays in front of the Career Center, and the National Guard will in front of the Career Center to answer any questions you may have. * 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 STUDENT NOTES * Academy Night: Are you interested in pursuing a college education at a US Service Academy (Air Force Academy, Merchant Marine Academy, Military Academy-West Point, Naval Academy, and ROTC)? If yes, Congressman Devin Nunes will be hosting an Academy Night on Tuesday, October 17, 2017, from 6:30-7:30pm, at the Clovis Unified School District Professional Development Building in Clovis, CA. This is an opportunity for you and your parents to learn more about the nomination and appointment process. Students and Parents must RSVP before October 13th. Please see Mrs. Rodarte in Student Services for an RSVP form. * Jostens Class Rings: Jostens will be here on Wednesday, September 13 during homeroom to present to all the juniors about class ring orders. Jostens will return on Thursday evening, 9/21 to take orders during the Junior/Senior Parent Night in the Theatre. Please make sure to share this information with your parents. See your Learning Director if you have any questions. * ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS: Period for adding or dropping classes is over. * 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 September 26th, "Dolores" - fieldtrip to Maya Cinemas at Fresno, CA, first-come, first-served, reserve your spot! Pick up a participating permit after school at the XL office. * 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. * 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. * ASVAB Prep Workshop: All Juniors and Seniors - Jasmine Reed, our XL College and Career Ambassador, will be having an ASVAB Prep Workshop in the Career Center September 19th from 3:30-5:30. For more information please go to Lab 62 (XL Office) and ask for Jasmine Reed for more information and to sign up. * ASVAB Test: Juniors, and Seniors: The ASVAB Test will be given here on campus Wednesday, October 25th in the library at 8:30am. If you would like to participate please sign-up in the Student Services office. COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY VISITS Sign-ups are available in the Student Services Office Date Time College/University Monday, September 11 12:00 Marist College Tuesday-September 12 9:20am Vanguard University Tuesday-September 12 Homeroom Carroll College Tuesday-September 12 11:00am Point Loma Nazarene Tuesday-September 12 1:30pm University of La Verne Tuesday-September 12 2:40pm University of Redlands Wednesday-September 13 8:30am Biola University Thursday-September 14 9:00am UCLA Friday-September 15 8:30am New Mexico Highlands University Friday-September 15 Homeroom Azusa Pacific University Wednesday-September 20 9:20am Colorado Christian University Wednesday-September 20 Homeroom Westmont College Wednesday-September 27 9:00am Fresno Pacific University Thursday-October 19 8:30am UC Santa Barbara Wednesday-November 8 9:00am Fresno Pacific University Wednesday-November 29 Homeroom Fresno Pacific University SAT Date SAT Subject Tests Available (Find Dates) Registration Deadline November 4, 2017 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date October 5, 2017 December 2, 2017 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date November 2, 2017 March 10, 2018 Register SAT Subject Tests not offered on this date February 9, 2018 May 5, 2018 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date April 6, 2018 June 2, 2018 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date May 3, 2018 ACT Test Dates Test Date Registration Deadline (Late Fee Required) October 28, 2017 September 22, 2017 September 23-October 6, 2017 December 9, 2017 November 3, 2017 November 4-17, 2017 February 10, 2018 January 12, 2018 January 13-19, 2018 April 14, 2018 March 9, 2018 March 10-23, 2018 June 9, 2018 May 4, 2018 May 5-18, 2018 July 14, 2018 June 15, 2018 June 16-22, 2018 SENIOR NOTES * Attention Seniors: El Diamante automatically uploads your GPA to the Cal Grant system electronically. This informs your colleges of your eligibility and qualification for certain grants and monies without you having to complete further forms for the Cal Grant. You do have the option to opt out of sending your GPA to colleges by coming into the student services office by September 28, fill out the OPT OUT form and have parents sign for approval. See your Learning Director if you have any questions. * COS Senior Informational Meeting: ATTENTION ALL SENIORS who are planning on attending the College of the Sequoias in the fall. There is a COS Senior Informational Meeting on Thursday, September 28 during homeroom in the Gym. If interested in attending this informational session, please sign-up in the Student Services Office with Mrs. Rodarte. * AES Scholarship Deadline Is Approaching: The deadline for the 12th annual AES Scholarship is October 6, 2017. Visit our website at http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm. * COS Informational Meeting: ATTENTION ALL SENIORS who are planning on attending the College of the Sequoias in the fall. There is a COS Senior Informational Meeting on Thursday, September 28 during homeroom in the Gym. If interested in attending this informational session, please sign-up in the Student Services Office with Mrs. Rodarte. * Senior Panoramic Picture: Attention all Seniors; It's almost time for the senior panoramic picture. Mark your calendars for Wednesday, October 18, 2017. Seniors should report to your homeroom class, and then go to the gym for the picture. No props, sign hand gestures, etc. Please be careful not to block anyone's face from the pictures. You are expected to dress appropriately (in dress code). Anyone who is inappropriately dressed will not be allowed in the picture * Attention Seniors: There will be a UC Application Workshop with UC Merced on Monday, September 25th in the Library. Please sign up in the Student Services office. Space is limited. * 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. * Attention Class of 2018: While working on college applications this year, we recommend looking into the Wendy's High School Heisman Scholarship. They give out 100 scholarships to students ranging from $1,000 - $10,000. Application deadline is October 2. Visit WendysHeisman.com to learn more. SEE ATTACHMENT FOR ALL SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION CLUB NOTES * Class of 2021: Attention all Freshman, we will have our first Class of 2021 meeting on Wednesday, September 13th at lunch in Room 501 (Mr. Sheaff). Come and see what we have planned for this year. See you there! * Animal Charity: Will have its first club meeting on Tuesday, September 12th during lunch in the gym. * G.S.A. Club: First GSA meeting will be on Tuesday, September 12th @ lunch in room 302. Lunch will be provided. * Future Teacher Club: Club meeting will be on Wednesday 9/20 @ lunch in room 507 for the Future Teacher Club. SPORTS Week of September 11th-16th Sport Levels Day Date Opponent/Destination Out of Class Bus Leaves Game Time Return Tennis All Mon. 9/11 Hanford West @ Home 3:00pm --- 4:00pm --- Girls Golf All Mon. 9/11 Lemoore 12:00pm VAN 2:00pm 8:00pm Boys Water Polo All Tues. 9/12 Dinuba @ Home --- --- 6:30pm (JV) 7:30 (V) --- Girls Water Polo All Tues. 9/12 Dinuba @ Home --- --- 4:30pm (JV) 5:30 (V) --- Volleyball All Tues. 9/12 Independence @ Home 3:00 (Freshman) --- 4:30pm --- Tennis All Wed. 9/13 Golden West @ Golden West 2:00pm 2:30pm 4:00pm --- Boys Water Polo All Wed. 9/13 Mt. Whitney @ Home --- --- 6:30pm (JV) 7:30 (V) --- Girls Water Polo All Wed. 9/13 Mt. Whitney @ Home --- --- 4:30pm (JV) 5:30 (V) --- Volleyball All Wed. 9/13 Mt. Whitney @ Home 3:00 (Freshman) --- 4:30pm --- Football Frosh Thur. 9/14 Dinuba @ Home --- --- 5:00pm --- Football JV Fri 9/15 Dinuba @ Home (Gropetti) 2:30pm 3:00pm 5:00pm 10:00 Football Varsity Fri. 9/15 Dinuba @ Home (Gropetti) --- 4:30pm 7:30pm 10:00pm Cross Country All Fri. 9/15 Sanger 12:00pm 12:30pm 2:30pm 8:00 pm Tennis Varsity Fri.-Sat 9/15-9/16 Visalia Tournament All Day VAN TBA TBA Boy's Water Polo JV Sat. 9/16 Dinuba Tournament --- 9:00am 10:40 TBA PARENT NOTES * PTSA Meeting: EDHS PTSA will be having their first meeting tonight in the Career Center at 6:00pm. * Freshman/Sophomore Parent night: Will be on Tuesday, September 19, 2017. In the Library - 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. * Junior/Senior Parent Meeting: A Junior/Senior Parent meeting will be held Thursday, September 21, 2017 at 6:00pm in the EDHS Theatre. 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Name: College Application Workshops 2017-18.pdf Type: application/pdf Size: 608322 bytes Desc: College Application Workshops 2017-18.pdf URL: From edhs-bulletin at mailman.vusd.org Tue Sep 12 09:22:07 2017 From: edhs-bulletin at mailman.vusd.org (El Diamante High School Daily Bulletin) Date: Tue, 12 Sep 2017 09:22:07 -0700 Subject: EDHS Bulletin 9-12-17 Message-ID: [cid:image001.png at 01D32BA8.9A7B2C60][cid:image002.jpg at 01D32BA8.9A7B2C60][cid:image003.png at 01D32BA8.9A7B2C60] El Diamante High School A California Distinguished School & Home of the Miners! Daily Bulletin Tuesday - September 12, 2017 [cid:image004.jpg at 01D32BA8.9A7B2C60] [cid:image005.jpg at 01D32BA8.9A7B2C60] 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 735-3516 Mrs. Stack 735-3501 Mrs. Gates 735-3517 * Lunch Campus Exit: Students will have 10 minutes to exit campus for lunch. This is being done to ensure that there is adequate time for you to return and not be tardy to class. Students will not be allowed to exit through the attendance office without administrative approval or parent pick up. Should a student be tardy, they will be assigned a lunch detention. * Cell Phones: This is a reminder regarding cell phones, students who possess cell phones on campus must abide by the rules governing their use as outlined in the Student Conduct Code. Misuse of cell phones could lead to confiscation and/or banning the use of such items. Students who possess these items at school are entirely at their own risk. The school or district is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged devices (BP 5131 b). Cell phones are to be turned off during class time and at any other time as directed by a district employee. If student refuses to give cell phone to teacher or district employee, this will be considered defiance and will lead to disciplinary actions. * 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. * 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! * Locker Rooms: No loitering in or near the locker rooms before school, during class time and after school. * 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: Beanies are not to be worn on campus with the exception of the colder months; beanies are allowed from November 1st to March 1st only. * The Marines will be on campus on Mondays in the quad area, the Army will be on campus on Tuesdays in front of the Career Center, the Navy will be on campus on Wednesdays in front of the Career Center, and the National Guard will in front of the Career Center to answer any questions you may have. * 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 STUDENT NOTES * Academy Night: Are you interested in pursuing a college education at a US Service Academy (Air Force Academy, Merchant Marine Academy, Military Academy-West Point, Naval Academy, and ROTC)? If yes, Congressman Devin Nunes will be hosting an Academy Night on Tuesday, October 17, 2017, from 6:30-7:30pm, at the Clovis Unified School District Professional Development Building in Clovis, CA. This is an opportunity for you and your parents to learn more about the nomination and appointment process. Students and Parents must RSVP before October 13th. Please see Mrs. Rodarte in Student Services for an RSVP form. * Jostens Class Rings: Jostens will be here on Wednesday, September 13 during homeroom to present to all the juniors about class ring orders. Jostens will return on Thursday evening, 9/21 to take orders during the Junior/Senior Parent Night in the Theatre. Please make sure to share this information with your parents. See your Learning Director if you have any questions. * ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS: Period for adding or dropping classes is over. * 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 September 26th, "Dolores" - fieldtrip to Maya Cinemas at Fresno, CA, first-come, first-served, reserve your spot! Pick up a participating permit after school at the XL office. * 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. * 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. * ASVAB Prep Workshop: All Juniors and Seniors - Jasmine Reed, our XL College and Career Ambassador, will be having an ASVAB Prep Workshop in the Career Center September 19th from 3:30-5:30. For more information please go to Lab 62 (XL Office) and ask for Jasmine Reed for more information and to sign up. * ASVAB Test: Juniors, and Seniors: The ASVAB Test will be given here on campus Wednesday, October 25th in the library at 8:30am. If you would like to participate please sign-up in the Student Services office. COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY VISITS Sign-ups are available in the Student Services Office Date Time College/University Tuesday-September 12 9:20am Vanguard University Tuesday-September 12 Homeroom Carroll College Tuesday-September 12 11:00am Point Loma Nazarene Tuesday-September 12 1:30pm University of La Verne Tuesday-September 12 2:40pm University of Redlands Wednesday-September 13 8:30am Biola University Thursday-September 14 9:00am UCLA Friday-September 15 8:30am New Mexico Highlands University Friday-September 15 Homeroom Azusa Pacific University Wednesday-September 20 9:20am Colorado Christian University Wednesday-September 20 Homeroom Westmont College Wednesday-September 27 9:00am Fresno Pacific University Thursday-October 19 8:30am UC Santa Barbara Wednesday-November 8 9:00am Fresno Pacific University Wednesday-November 29 Homeroom Fresno Pacific University SAT Date SAT Subject Tests Available (Find Dates) Registration Deadline November 4, 2017 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date October 5, 2017 December 2, 2017 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date November 2, 2017 March 10, 2018 Register SAT Subject Tests not offered on this date February 9, 2018 May 5, 2018 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date April 6, 2018 June 2, 2018 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date May 3, 2018 ACT Test Dates Test Date Registration Deadline (Late Fee Required) October 28, 2017 September 22, 2017 September 23-October 6, 2017 December 9, 2017 November 3, 2017 November 4-17, 2017 February 10, 2018 January 12, 2018 January 13-19, 2018 April 14, 2018 March 9, 2018 March 10-23, 2018 June 9, 2018 May 4, 2018 May 5-18, 2018 July 14, 2018 June 15, 2018 June 16-22, 2018 SENIOR NOTES * Attention Seniors: El Diamante automatically uploads your GPA to the Cal Grant system electronically. This informs your colleges of your eligibility and qualification for certain grants and monies without you having to complete further forms for the Cal Grant. You do have the option to opt out of sending your GPA to colleges by coming into the student services office by September 28, fill out the OPT OUT form and have parents sign for approval. See your Learning Director if you have any questions. * COS Senior Informational Meeting: ATTENTION ALL SENIORS who are planning on attending the College of the Sequoias in the fall. There is a COS Senior Informational Meeting on Thursday, September 28 during homeroom in the Gym. If interested in attending this informational session, please sign-up in the Student Services Office with Mrs. Rodarte. * AES Scholarship Deadline Is Approaching: The deadline for the 12th annual AES Scholarship is October 6, 2017. Visit our website at http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm. * COS Informational Meeting: ATTENTION ALL SENIORS who are planning on attending the College of the Sequoias in the fall. There is a COS Senior Informational Meeting on Thursday, September 28 during homeroom in the Gym. If interested in attending this informational session, please sign-up in the Student Services Office with Mrs. Rodarte. * Senior Panoramic Picture: Attention all Seniors; It's almost time for the senior panoramic picture. Mark your calendars for Wednesday, October 18, 2017. Seniors should report to your homeroom class, and then go to the gym for the picture. No props, sign hand gestures, etc. Please be careful not to block anyone's face from the pictures. You are expected to dress appropriately (in dress code). Anyone who is inappropriately dressed will not be allowed in the picture * Attention Seniors: There will be a UC Application Workshop with UC Merced on Monday, September 25th in the Library. Please sign up in the Student Services office. Space is limited. * 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. * Attention Class of 2018: While working on college applications this year, we recommend looking into the Wendy's High School Heisman Scholarship. They give out 100 scholarships to students ranging from $1,000 - $10,000. Application deadline is October 2. Visit WendysHeisman.com to learn more. SEE ATTACHMENT FOR ALL SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION CLUB NOTES * Sports Medicine Club: There will be a meeting today at lunch in room 502. We are choosing club officers. Grab your lunch and a friend and come join us. * Boys/Girls Wrestling: Will be having a meeting in Coach Moore's classroom #622 at lunch on Thursday Sept. 14th. * Class of 2021: Attention all Freshman, we will have our first Class of 2021 meeting on Wednesday, September 13th at lunch in Room 501 (Mr. Sheaff). Come and see what we have planned for this year. See you there! * Animal Charity: Will have its first club meeting on Tuesday, September 12th during lunch in the gym. * G.S.A. Club: First GSA meeting will be on Tuesday, September 12th @ lunch in room 302. Lunch will be provided. * Future Teacher Club: Club meeting will be on Wednesday 9/20 @ lunch in room 507 for the Future Teacher Club. SPORTS Week of September 12th-16th Sport Levels Day Date Opponent/Destination Out of Class Bus Leaves Game Time Return Boys Water Polo All Tues. 9/12 Dinuba @ Home --- --- 6:30pm (JV) 7:30 (V) --- Girls Water Polo All Tues. 9/12 Dinuba @ Home --- --- 4:30pm (JV) 5:30 (V) --- Volleyball All Tues. 9/12 Independence @ Home 3:00 (Freshman) --- 4:30pm --- Tennis All Wed. 9/13 Golden West @ Golden West 2:00pm 2:30pm 4:00pm --- Boys Water Polo All Wed. 9/13 Mt. Whitney @ Home --- --- 6:30pm (JV) 7:30 (V) --- Girls Water Polo All Wed. 9/13 Mt. Whitney @ Home --- --- 4:30pm (JV) 5:30 (V) --- Volleyball All Wed. 9/13 Mt. Whitney @ Home 3:00 (Freshman) --- 4:30pm --- Football Frosh Thur. 9/14 Dinuba @ Home --- --- 5:00pm --- Football JV Fri 9/15 Dinuba @ Home (Gropetti) 2:30pm 3:00pm 5:00pm 10:00 Football Varsity Fri. 9/15 Dinuba @ Home (Gropetti) --- 4:30pm 7:30pm 10:00pm Cross Country All Fri. 9/15 Sanger 12:00pm 12:30pm 2:30pm 8:00 pm Tennis Varsity Fri.-Sat 9/15-9/16 Visalia Tournament All Day VAN TBA TBA Boy's Water Polo JV Sat. 9/16 Dinuba Tournament --- 9:00am 10:40 TBA PARENT NOTES * Freshman/Sophomore Parent night: Will be on Tuesday, September 19, 2017. In the Library - 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. * Junior/Senior Parent Meeting: A Junior/Senior Parent meeting will be held Thursday, September 21, 2017 at 6:00pm in the EDHS Theatre. 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Name: College Application Workshops 2017-18.pdf Type: application/pdf Size: 608322 bytes Desc: College Application Workshops 2017-18.pdf URL: From edhs-bulletin at mailman.vusd.org Wed Sep 13 08:54:01 2017 From: edhs-bulletin at mailman.vusd.org (El Diamante High School Daily Bulletin) Date: Wed, 13 Sep 2017 08:54:01 -0700 Subject: EDHS Bulletin 9-13-17 Message-ID: [cid:image001.png at 01D32C6D.D7EB3610][cid:image002.jpg at 01D32C6D.D7EB3610][cid:image003.png at 01D32C6D.D7EB3610] El Diamante High School A California Distinguished School & Home of the Miners! Daily Bulletin Wednesday - September 13, 2017 [cid:image004.jpg at 01D32C6D.D7EB3610] [cid:image005.jpg at 01D32C6D.D7EB3610] 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 735-3516 Mrs. Stack 735-3501 Mrs. Gates 735-3517 * Lunch Campus Exit: Students will have 10 minutes to exit campus for lunch. This is being done to ensure that there is adequate time for you to return and not be tardy to class. Students will not be allowed to exit through the attendance office without administrative approval or parent pick up. Should a student be tardy, they will be assigned a lunch detention. * Cell Phones: This is a reminder regarding cell phones, students who possess cell phones on campus must abide by the rules governing their use as outlined in the Student Conduct Code. Misuse of cell phones could lead to confiscation and/or banning the use of such items. Students who possess these items at school are entirely at their own risk. The school or district is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged devices (BP 5131 b). Cell phones are to be turned off during class time and at any other time as directed by a district employee. If student refuses to give cell phone to teacher or district employee, this will be considered defiance and will lead to disciplinary actions. * 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. * 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! * Locker Rooms: No loitering in or near the locker rooms before school, during class time and after school. * 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: Beanies are not to be worn on campus with the exception of the colder months; beanies are allowed from November 1st to March 1st only. * The Marines will be on campus on Mondays in the quad area, the Army will be on campus on Tuesdays in front of the Career Center, the Navy will be on campus on Wednesdays in front of the Career Center, and the National Guard will in front of the Career Center to answer any questions you may have. * 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 STUDENT NOTES * Mock Trial: Will have its first meeting on Monday, September 18th during lunch in room 606. * Academy Night: Are you interested in pursuing a college education at a US Service Academy (Air Force Academy, Merchant Marine Academy, Military Academy-West Point, Naval Academy, and ROTC)? If yes, Congressman Devin Nunes will be hosting an Academy Night on Tuesday, October 17, 2017, from 6:30-7:30pm, at the Clovis Unified School District Professional Development Building in Clovis, CA. This is an opportunity for you and your parents to learn more about the nomination and appointment process. Students and Parents must RSVP before October 13th. Please see Mrs. Rodarte in Student Services for an RSVP form. * Jostens Class Rings: Jostens will be here on Wednesday, September 13 during homeroom to present to all the juniors about class ring orders. Jostens will return on Thursday evening, 9/21 to take orders during the Junior/Senior Parent Night in the Theatre. Please make sure to share this information with your parents. See your Learning Director if you have any questions. * ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS: Period for adding or dropping classes is over. * 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 September 26th, "Dolores" - fieldtrip to Maya Cinemas at Fresno, CA, first-come, first-served, reserve your spot! Pick up a participating permit after school at the XL office. * 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. * 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. * ASVAB Prep Workshop: All Juniors and Seniors - Jasmine Reed, our XL College and Career Ambassador, will be having an ASVAB Prep Workshop in the Career Center September 19th from 3:30-5:30. For more information please go to Lab 62 (XL Office) and ask for Jasmine Reed for more information and to sign up. * ASVAB Test: Juniors, and Seniors: The ASVAB Test will be given here on campus Wednesday, October 25th in the library at 8:30am. If you would like to participate please sign-up in the Student Services office. COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY VISITS Sign-ups are available in the Student Services Office Date Time College/University Wednesday-September 13 8:30am Biola University Thursday-September 14 9:00am UCLA Friday-September 15 8:30am New Mexico Highlands University Friday-September 15 Homeroom Azusa Pacific University Wednesday-September 20 9:20am Colorado Christian University Wednesday-September 20 Homeroom Westmont College Wednesday-September 27 9:00am Fresno Pacific University Thursday-October 19 8:30am UC Santa Barbara Wednesday-November 8 9:00am Fresno Pacific University Wednesday-November 29 Homeroom Fresno Pacific University SAT Date SAT Subject Tests Available (Find Dates) Registration Deadline November 4, 2017 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date October 5, 2017 December 2, 2017 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date November 2, 2017 March 10, 2018 Register SAT Subject Tests not offered on this date February 9, 2018 May 5, 2018 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date April 6, 2018 June 2, 2018 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date May 3, 2018 ACT Test Dates Test Date Registration Deadline (Late Fee Required) October 28, 2017 September 22, 2017 September 23-October 6, 2017 December 9, 2017 November 3, 2017 November 4-17, 2017 February 10, 2018 January 12, 2018 January 13-19, 2018 April 14, 2018 March 9, 2018 March 10-23, 2018 June 9, 2018 May 4, 2018 May 5-18, 2018 July 14, 2018 June 15, 2018 June 16-22, 2018 SENIOR NOTES * Attention Seniors: El Diamante automatically uploads your GPA to the Cal Grant system electronically. This informs your colleges of your eligibility and qualification for certain grants and monies without you having to complete further forms for the Cal Grant. You do have the option to opt out of sending your GPA to colleges by coming into the student services office by September 28, fill out the OPT OUT form and have parents sign for approval. See your Learning Director if you have any questions. * AES Scholarship Deadline Is Approaching: The deadline for the 12th annual AES Scholarship is October 6, 2017. Visit our website at http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm. * COS Informational Meeting: ATTENTION ALL SENIORS who are planning on attending the College of the Sequoias in the fall. There is a COS Senior Informational Meeting on Thursday, September 28 during homeroom in the Gym. If interested in attending this informational session, please sign-up in the Student Services Office with Mrs. Rodarte. * Senior Panoramic Picture: Attention all Seniors; It's almost time for the senior panoramic picture. Mark your calendars for Wednesday, October 18, 2017. Seniors should report to your homeroom class, and then go to the gym for the picture. No props, sign hand gestures, etc. Please be careful not to block anyone's face from the pictures. You are expected to dress appropriately (in dress code). Anyone who is inappropriately dressed will not be allowed in the picture * Attention Seniors: There will be a UC Application Workshop with UC Merced on Monday, September 25th in the Library. Please sign up in the Student Services office. Space is limited. * 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. * Attention Class of 2018: While working on college applications this year, we recommend looking into the Wendy's High School Heisman Scholarship. They give out 100 scholarships to students ranging from $1,000 - $10,000. Application deadline is October 2. Visit WendysHeisman.com to learn more. * CASH FOR COLLEGE F.A.F.S.A. NIGHT: SENIORS ONLY - Thursday, October 19th 5:00pm-8:00pm, EDHS Library. You must sign-up in the Student Services Office beginning October 2 to hold your place for a session at this event. Last day to sign up is October 13! Please see attached FAFSA & Dream Act Application Workshop 2018-2019 Checklist. SEE ATTACHMENT FOR ALL SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION CLUB NOTES * Boys/Girls Wrestling: Will be having a meeting in Coach Moore's classroom #622 at lunch on Thursday Sept. 14th. * Class of 2021: Attention all Freshman, we will have our first Class of 2021 meeting on Wednesday, September 13th at lunch in Room 501 (Mr. Sheaff). Come and see what we have planned for this year. See you there! * Animal Charity: Will have its first club meeting on Tuesday, September 12th during lunch in the gym. * Future Teacher Club: Club meeting will be on Wednesday 9/20 @ lunch in room 507 for the Future Teacher Club. SPORTS Week of September 13th-16th Sport Levels Day Date Opponent/Destination Out of Class Bus Leaves Game Time Return Tennis All Wed. 9/13 Golden West @ Golden West 2:00pm 2:30pm 4:00pm --- Boys Water Polo All Wed. 9/13 Mt. Whitney @ Home --- --- 6:30pm (JV) 7:30 (V) --- Girls Water Polo All Wed. 9/13 Mt. Whitney @ Home --- --- 4:30pm (JV) 5:30 (V) --- Volleyball All Wed. 9/13 Mt. Whitney @ Home 3:00 (Freshman) --- 4:30pm --- Football Frosh Thur. 9/14 Dinuba @ Home --- --- 5:00pm --- Football JV Fri 9/15 Dinuba @ Home (Gropetti) 2:30pm 3:00pm 5:00pm 10:00 Football Varsity Fri. 9/15 Dinuba @ Home (Gropetti) --- 4:30pm 7:30pm 10:00pm Cross Country All Fri. 9/15 Sanger 12:00pm 12:30pm 2:30pm 8:00 pm Tennis Varsity Fri.-Sat 9/15-9/16 Visalia Tournament All Day VAN TBA TBA Boy's Water Polo JV Sat. 9/16 Dinuba Tournament --- 9:00am 10:40 TBA PARENT NOTES * Freshman/Sophomore Parent night: Will be on Tuesday, September 19, 2017. In the Library - 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. * Junior/Senior Parent Meeting: A Junior/Senior Parent meeting will be held Thursday, September 21, 2017 at 6:00pm in the EDHS Theatre. 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Daily Bulletin Thursday - September 14, 2017 [cid:image010.jpg at 01D32D34.F5C787C0] [cid:image011.jpg at 01D32D34.F5C787C0] 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 735-3516 Mrs. Stack 735-3501 Mrs. Gates 735-3517 * Lunch Campus Exit: Students will have 10 minutes to exit campus for lunch. This is being done to ensure that there is adequate time for you to return and not be tardy to class. Students will not be allowed to exit through the attendance office without administrative approval or parent pick up. Should a student be tardy, they will be assigned a lunch detention. * Cell Phones: This is a reminder regarding cell phones, students who possess cell phones on campus must abide by the rules governing their use as outlined in the Student Conduct Code. Misuse of cell phones could lead to confiscation and/or banning the use of such items. Students who possess these items at school are entirely at their own risk. The school or district is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged devices (BP 5131 b). Cell phones are to be turned off during class time and at any other time as directed by a district employee. If student refuses to give cell phone to teacher or district employee, this will be considered defiance and will lead to disciplinary actions. * 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. * 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! * Locker Rooms: No loitering in or near the locker rooms before school, during class time and after school. * 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: Beanies are not to be worn on campus with the exception of the colder months; beanies are allowed from November 1st to March 1st only. * The Marines will be on campus on Mondays in the quad area, the Army will be on campus on Tuesdays in front of the Career Center, the Navy will be on campus on Wednesdays in front of the Career Center, and the National Guard will in front of the Career Center to answer any questions you may have. * 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 STUDENT NOTES * Mock Trial: Will have its first meeting on Monday, September 18th during lunch in room 606. * Academy Night: Are you interested in pursuing a college education at a US Service Academy (Air Force Academy, Merchant Marine Academy, Military Academy-West Point, Naval Academy, and ROTC)? If yes, Congressman Devin Nunes will be hosting an Academy Night on Tuesday, October 17, 2017, from 6:30-7:30pm, at the Clovis Unified School District Professional Development Building in Clovis, CA. This is an opportunity for you and your parents to learn more about the nomination and appointment process. Students and Parents must RSVP before October 13th. Please see Mrs. Rodarte in Student Services for an RSVP form. * 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 September 26th, "Dolores" - fieldtrip to Maya Cinemas at Fresno, CA, first-come, first-served, reserve your spot! Pick up a participating permit after school at the XL office. * 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. * 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. * ASVAB Prep Workshop: All Juniors and Seniors - Jasmine Reed, our XL College and Career Ambassador, will be having an ASVAB Prep Workshop in the Career Center September 19th from 3:30-5:30. For more information please go to Lab 62 (XL Office) and ask for Jasmine Reed for more information and to sign up. * ASVAB Test: Juniors, and Seniors: The ASVAB Test will be given here on campus Wednesday, October 25th in the library at 8:30am. If you would like to participate please sign-up in the Student Services office. COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY VISITS Sign-ups are available in the Student Services Office Date Time College/University Thursday-September 14 9:00am UCLA Friday-September 15 8:30am New Mexico Highlands University Friday-September 15 Homeroom Azusa Pacific University Wednesday-September 20 9:20am Colorado Christian University Wednesday-September 20 Homeroom Westmont College Wednesday-September 27 9:00am Fresno Pacific University Thursday-October 19 8:30am UC Santa Barbara Wednesday-November 8 9:00am Fresno Pacific University Wednesday-November 29 Homeroom Fresno Pacific University SAT Date SAT Subject Tests Available (Find Dates) Registration Deadline November 4, 2017 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date October 5, 2017 December 2, 2017 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date November 2, 2017 March 10, 2018 Register SAT Subject Tests not offered on this date February 9, 2018 May 5, 2018 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date April 6, 2018 June 2, 2018 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date May 3, 2018 ACT Test Dates Test Date Registration Deadline (Late Fee Required) October 28, 2017 September 22, 2017 September 23-October 6, 2017 December 9, 2017 November 3, 2017 November 4-17, 2017 February 10, 2018 January 12, 2018 January 13-19, 2018 April 14, 2018 March 9, 2018 March 10-23, 2018 June 9, 2018 May 4, 2018 May 5-18, 2018 July 14, 2018 June 15, 2018 June 16-22, 2018 SENIOR NOTES * Attention Seniors: El Diamante automatically uploads your GPA to the Cal Grant system electronically. This informs your colleges of your eligibility and qualification for certain grants and monies without you having to complete further forms for the Cal Grant. You do have the option to opt out of sending your GPA to colleges by coming into the student services office by September 28, fill out the OPT OUT form and have parents sign for approval. See your Learning Director if you have any questions. * AES Scholarship Deadline Is Approaching: The deadline for the 12th annual AES Scholarship is October 6, 2017. Visit our website at http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm. * COS Informational Meeting: ATTENTION ALL SENIORS who are planning on attending the College of the Sequoias in the fall. There is a COS Senior Informational Meeting on Thursday, September 28 during homeroom in the Gym. If interested in attending this informational session, please sign-up in the Student Services Office with Mrs. Rodarte. * Senior Panoramic Picture: Attention all Seniors; It's almost time for the senior panoramic picture. Mark your calendars for Wednesday, October 18, 2017. Seniors should report to your homeroom class, and then go to the gym for the picture. No props, sign hand gestures, etc. Please be careful not to block anyone's face from the pictures. You are expected to dress appropriately (in dress code). Anyone who is inappropriately dressed will not be allowed in the picture * Attention Seniors: There will be a UC Application Workshop with UC Merced on Monday, September 25th in the Library. Please sign up in the Student Services office. Space is limited. * 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. * Attention Class of 2018: While working on college applications this year, we recommend looking into the Wendy's High School Heisman Scholarship. They give out 100 scholarships to students ranging from $1,000 - $10,000. Application deadline is October 2. Visit WendysHeisman.com to learn more. * CASH FOR COLLEGE F.A.F.S.A. NIGHT: SENIORS ONLY - Thursday, October 19th 5:00pm-8:00pm, EDHS Library. You must sign-up in the Student Services Office beginning October 2 to hold your place for a session at this event. Last day to sign up is October 13! Please see attached FAFSA & Dream Act Application Workshop 2018-2019 Checklist. SEE ATTACHMENT FOR ALL SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION CLUB NOTES * Boys/Girls Wrestling: Will be having a meeting in Coach Moore's classroom #622 at lunch on Thursday Sept. 14th. * Future Teacher Club: Club meeting will be on Wednesday 9/20 @ lunch in room 507 for the Future Teacher Club. SPORTS Football Frosh Thur. 9/14 Dinuba @ Home --- --- 5:00pm --- Football JV Fri 9/15 Dinuba @ Home (Gropetti) 2:30pm 3:00pm 5:00pm 10:00 Football Varsity Fri. 9/15 Dinuba @ Home (Gropetti) --- 4:30pm 7:30pm 10:00pm Cross Country All Fri. 9/15 Sanger 12:00pm 12:30pm 2:30pm 8:00 pm Tennis Varsity Fri.-Sat 9/15-9/16 Visalia Tournament All Day VAN TBA TBA Boy's Water Polo JV Sat. 9/16 Dinuba Tournament --- 9:00am 10:40 TBA PARENT NOTES * Freshman/Sophomore Parent night: Will be on Tuesday, September 19, 2017. 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Daily Bulletin Friday - September 15, 2017 [cid:image004.jpg at 01D32E00.200F07D0] [cid:image005.jpg at 01D32E00.200F07D0] 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 735-3516 Mrs. Stack 735-3501 Mrs. Gates 735-3517 * Lunch Campus Exit: Students will have 10 minutes to exit campus for lunch. This is being done to ensure that there is adequate time for you to return and not be tardy to class. Students will not be allowed to exit through the attendance office without administrative approval or parent pick up. Should a student be tardy, they will be assigned a lunch detention. * Cell Phones: This is a reminder regarding cell phones, students who possess cell phones on campus must abide by the rules governing their use as outlined in the Student Conduct Code. Misuse of cell phones could lead to confiscation and/or banning the use of such items. Students who possess these items at school are entirely at their own risk. The school or district is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged devices (BP 5131 b). Cell phones are to be turned off during class time and at any other time as directed by a district employee. If student refuses to give cell phone to teacher or district employee, this will be considered defiance and will lead to disciplinary actions. * 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. * 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! * Locker Rooms: No loitering in or near the locker rooms before school, during class time and after school. * 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: Beanies are not to be worn on campus with the exception of the colder months; beanies are allowed from November 1st to March 1st only. * The Marines will be on campus on Mondays in the quad area, the Army will be on campus on Tuesdays in front of the Career Center, the Navy will be on campus on Wednesdays in front of the Career Center, and the National Guard will in front of the Career Center to answer any questions you may have. * 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 STUDENT NOTES * Mock Trial: Will have its first meeting on Monday, September 18th during lunch in room 606. * Academy Night: Are you interested in pursuing a college education at a US Service Academy (Air Force Academy, Merchant Marine Academy, Military Academy-West Point, Naval Academy, and ROTC)? If yes, Congressman Devin Nunes will be hosting an Academy Night on Tuesday, October 17, 2017, from 6:30-7:30pm, at the Clovis Unified School District Professional Development Building in Clovis, CA. This is an opportunity for you and your parents to learn more about the nomination and appointment process. Students and Parents must RSVP before October 13th. Please see Mrs. Rodarte in Student Services for an RSVP form. * 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 September 26th, "Dolores" - fieldtrip to Maya Cinemas at Fresno, CA, first-come, first-served, reserve your spot! Pick up a participating permit after school at the XL office. * 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. * 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. * ASVAB Prep Workshop: All Juniors and Seniors - Jasmine Reed, our XL College and Career Ambassador, will be having an ASVAB Prep Workshop in the Career Center September 19th from 3:30-5:30. For more information please go to Lab 62 (XL Office) and ask for Jasmine Reed for more information and to sign up. * ASVAB Test: Juniors, and Seniors: The ASVAB Test will be given here on campus Wednesday, October 25th in the library at 8:30am. If you would like to participate please sign-up in the Student Services office. COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY VISITS Sign-ups are available in the Student Services Office Date Time College/University Friday-September 15 8:30am New Mexico Highlands University Friday-September 15 Homeroom Azusa Pacific University Wednesday-September 20 9:20am Colorado Christian University Wednesday-September 20 Homeroom Westmont College Wednesday-September 27 9:00am Fresno Pacific University Thursday-October 19 8:30am UC Santa Barbara Wednesday-November 8 9:00am Fresno Pacific University Wednesday-November 29 Homeroom Fresno Pacific University SAT Date SAT Subject Tests Available (Find Dates) Registration Deadline November 4, 2017 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date October 5, 2017 December 2, 2017 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date November 2, 2017 March 10, 2018 Register SAT Subject Tests not offered on this date February 9, 2018 May 5, 2018 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date April 6, 2018 June 2, 2018 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date May 3, 2018 ACT Test Dates Test Date Registration Deadline (Late Fee Required) October 28, 2017 September 22, 2017 September 23-October 6, 2017 December 9, 2017 November 3, 2017 November 4-17, 2017 February 10, 2018 January 12, 2018 January 13-19, 2018 April 14, 2018 March 9, 2018 March 10-23, 2018 June 9, 2018 May 4, 2018 May 5-18, 2018 July 14, 2018 June 15, 2018 June 16-22, 2018 SENIOR NOTES * ATTENTION SENIORS WHO HAVE NOT TAKEN THEIR PICTURE FOR THE YEARBOOK: There will be a LAST CHANCE opportunity to take your senior picture for the yearbook on Wednesday, October 4, 2017 in the Career Center. Please sign-up in the Student Services Office. * Attention Seniors: El Diamante automatically uploads your GPA to the Cal Grant system electronically. This informs your colleges of your eligibility and qualification for certain grants and monies without you having to complete further forms for the Cal Grant. You do have the option to opt out of sending your GPA to colleges by coming into the student services office by September 28, fill out the OPT OUT form and have parents sign for approval. See your Learning Director if you have any questions. * AES Scholarship Deadline Is Approaching: The deadline for the 12th annual AES Scholarship is October 6, 2017. Visit our website at http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm. * COS Informational Meeting: ATTENTION ALL SENIORS who are planning on attending the College of the Sequoias in the fall. There is a COS Senior Informational Meeting on Thursday, September 28 during homeroom in the Gym. If interested in attending this informational session, please sign-up in the Student Services Office with Mrs. Rodarte. * Senior Panoramic Picture: Attention all Seniors; It's almost time for the senior panoramic picture. Mark your calendars for Wednesday, October 18, 2017. Seniors should report to your homeroom class, and then go to the gym for the picture. No props, sign hand gestures, etc. Please be careful not to block anyone's face from the pictures. You are expected to dress appropriately (in dress code). Anyone who is inappropriately dressed will not be allowed in the picture * Attention Seniors: There will be a UC Application Workshop with UC Merced on Monday, September 25th in the Library. Please sign up in the Student Services office. Space is limited. * 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. * Attention Class of 2018: While working on college applications this year, we recommend looking into the Wendy's High School Heisman Scholarship. They give out 100 scholarships to students ranging from $1,000 - $10,000. Application deadline is October 2. Visit WendysHeisman.com to learn more. * CASH FOR COLLEGE F.A.F.S.A. NIGHT: SENIORS ONLY - Thursday, October 19th 5:00pm-8:00pm, EDHS Library. You must sign-up in the Student Services Office beginning October 2 to hold your place for a session at this event. Last day to sign up is October 13! Please see attached FAFSA & Dream Act Application Workshop 2018-2019 Checklist. SEE ATTACHMENT FOR ALL SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION CLUB NOTES * Animal Charity: Will be having a meeting on Tuesday, Sept 19th at lunch in the gym. * Future Teacher Club: Club meeting will be on Wednesday 9/20 @ lunch in room 507 for the Future Teacher Club. SPORTS Football JV Fri 9/15 Dinuba @ Home (Gropetti) 2:30pm 3:00pm 5:00pm 10:00 Football Varsity Fri. 9/15 Dinuba @ Home (Gropetti) --- 4:30pm 7:30pm 10:00pm Cross Country All Fri. 9/15 Sanger 12:00pm 12:30pm 2:30pm 8:00 pm Tennis Varsity Fri.-Sat 9/15-9/16 Visalia Tournament All Day VAN TBA TBA Boy's Water Polo JV Sat. 9/16 Dinuba Tournament --- 9:00am 10:40 TBA PARENT NOTES * Freshman/Sophomore Parent night: Will be on Tuesday, September 19, 2017. In the Library - 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. * Junior/Senior Parent Meeting: A Junior/Senior Parent meeting will be held Thursday, September 21, 2017 at 6:00pm in the EDHS Theatre. 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Daily Bulletin Monday - September 18, 2017 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 735-3516 Mrs. Stack 735-3501 Mrs. Gates 735-3517 * Lunch Campus Exit: Students will have 10 minutes to exit campus for lunch. This is being done to ensure that there is adequate time for you to return and not be tardy to class. Students will not be allowed to exit through the attendance office without administrative approval or parent pick up. Should a student be tardy, they will be assigned a lunch detention. * Cell Phones: This is a reminder regarding cell phones, students who possess cell phones on campus must abide by the rules governing their use as outlined in the Student Conduct Code. Misuse of cell phones could lead to confiscation and/or banning the use of such items. Students who possess these items at school are entirely at their own risk. The school or district is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged devices (BP 5131 b). Cell phones are to be turned off during class time and at any other time as directed by a district employee. If student refuses to give cell phone to teacher or district employee, this will be considered defiance and will lead to disciplinary actions. * 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. * 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! * Locker Rooms: No loitering in or near the locker rooms before school, during class time and after school. * 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: Beanies are not to be worn on campus with the exception of the colder months; beanies are allowed from November 1st to March 1st only. * The Marines will be on campus on Mondays in the quad area, the Army will be on campus on Tuesdays in front of the Career Center, the Navy will be on campus on Wednesdays in front of the Career Center, and the National Guard will in front of the Career Center to answer any questions you may have. * 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 STUDENT NOTES * Mock Trial: Will have its first meeting on Monday, September 18th during lunch in room 606. * Academy Night: Are you interested in pursuing a college education at a US Service Academy (Air Force Academy, Merchant Marine Academy, Military Academy-West Point, Naval Academy, and ROTC)? If yes, Congressman Devin Nunes will be hosting an Academy Night on Tuesday, October 17, 2017, from 6:30-7:30pm, at the Clovis Unified School District Professional Development Building in Clovis, CA. This is an opportunity for you and your parents to learn more about the nomination and appointment process. Students and Parents must RSVP before October 13th. Please see Mrs. Rodarte in Student Services for an RSVP form. * ProYouth XL/SEED: Students Empowered by Exposure to Diversity - would like to extend an invitation to all our students interested in going to the Maya Cinemas at Fresno on September 26th, (Transportation and movie concession is provided by the school district and ProYouth.) We are watching "Dolores" a Documentary based in Dolores Huerta who is among the most important, yet least known, activists in American history. An equal partner in co-founding the first Farm Workers Unions with Cesar Chavez, her enormous contributions have gone largely unrecognized. Dolores tirelessly led the fight for racial and labor justice alongside Chavez. Becoming one of the most defiant feminists of the twentieth century and she continues the fight to this day, at age 87." - Go to your XL office to get more information regarding the fieldtrip and to pick up a permission slip. It is first-come, first-served, reserve your spot! Pick up a participating permit after school at the XL office. * 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. * 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. * ASVAB Prep Workshop: All Juniors and Seniors - Jasmine Reed, our XL College and Career Ambassador, will be having an ASVAB Prep Workshop in the Career Center September 19th from 3:30-5:30. For more information please go to Lab 62 (XL Office) and ask for Jasmine Reed for more information and to sign up. * ASVAB Test: Juniors, and Seniors: The ASVAB Test will be given here on campus Wednesday, October 25th in the library at 8:30am. If you would like to participate please sign-up in the Student Services office. * Attention Freshman, Sophomores, Juniors: Picture retakes or make-ups will take place on Tuesday, September 26th beginning at 7:30 AM - 10:00 AM in the EDHS Gym. If you were absent during picture day and are going to make-up picture day, please pick up a picture order form in the Student Services Office and sign up for a time slot to have your picture taken. If you are retaking your pictures, you must also sign up for a time slot to have your picture taken and bring your original picture packet with you to exchange. COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY VISITS Sign-ups are available in the Student Services Office Date Time College/University Wednesday-September 20 9:20am Colorado Christian University Wednesday-September 20 Homeroom Westmont College Wednesday-September 27 9:00am Fresno Pacific University Thursday-October 19 8:30am UC Santa Barbara Wednesday-November 8 9:00am Fresno Pacific University Wednesday-November 29 Homeroom Fresno Pacific University SAT Date SAT Subject Tests Available (Find Dates) Registration Deadline November 4, 2017 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date October 5, 2017 December 2, 2017 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date November 2, 2017 March 10, 2018 Register SAT Subject Tests not offered on this date February 9, 2018 May 5, 2018 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date April 6, 2018 June 2, 2018 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date May 3, 2018 ACT Test Dates Test Date Registration Deadline (Late Fee Required) October 28, 2017 September 22, 2017 September 23-October 6, 2017 December 9, 2017 November 3, 2017 November 4-17, 2017 February 10, 2018 January 12, 2018 January 13-19, 2018 April 14, 2018 March 9, 2018 March 10-23, 2018 June 9, 2018 May 4, 2018 May 5-18, 2018 July 14, 2018 June 15, 2018 June 16-22, 2018 SENIOR NOTES * ATTENTION SENIORS WHO HAVE NOT TAKEN THEIR PICTURE FOR THE YEARBOOK: There will be a LAST CHANCE opportunity to take your senior picture for the yearbook on Wednesday, October 4, 2017 in the Career Center. Please sign-up in the Student Services Office for a time slot to have your picture taken. * Attention Seniors: El Diamante automatically uploads your GPA to the Cal Grant system electronically. This informs your colleges of your eligibility and qualification for certain grants and monies without you having to complete further forms for the Cal Grant. You do have the option to opt out of sending your GPA to colleges by coming into the student services office by September 28, fill out the OPT OUT form and have parents sign for approval. See your Learning Director if you have any questions. * AES Scholarship Deadline Is Approaching: The deadline for the 12th annual AES Scholarship is October 6, 2017. Visit our website at http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm. * COS Informational Meeting: ATTENTION ALL SENIORS who are planning on attending the College of the Sequoias in the fall. There is a COS Senior Informational Meeting on Thursday, September 28 during homeroom in the Gym. If interested in attending this informational session, please sign-up in the Student Services Office with Mrs. Rodarte. * Senior Panoramic Picture: Attention all Seniors; It's almost time for the senior panoramic picture. Mark your calendars for Wednesday, October 18, 2017. Seniors should report to your homeroom class, and then go to the gym for the picture. No props, sign hand gestures, etc. Please be careful not to block anyone's face from the pictures. You are expected to dress appropriately (in dress code). Anyone who is inappropriately dressed will not be allowed in the picture * Attention Seniors: There will be a UC Application Workshop with UC Merced on Monday, September 25th in the Library. Please sign up in the Student Services office. Space is limited. * 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. * Attention Class of 2018: While working on college applications this year, we recommend looking into the Wendy's High School Heisman Scholarship. They give out 100 scholarships to students ranging from $1,000 - $10,000. Application deadline is October 2. Visit WendysHeisman.com to learn more. * CASH FOR COLLEGE F.A.F.S.A. NIGHT: SENIORS ONLY - Thursday, October 19th 5:00pm-8:00pm, EDHS Library. You must sign-up in the Student Services Office beginning October 2 to hold your place for a session at this event. Last day to sign up is October 13! Please see attached FAFSA & Dream Act Application Workshop 2018-2019 Checklist. SEE ATTACHMENT FOR ALL SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION CLUB NOTES * Animal Charity: Will be having a meeting on Tuesday, Sept 19th at lunch in the gym. * Future Teacher Club: Club meeting will be on Wednesday 9/20 @ lunch in room 507 for the Future Teacher Club. SPORTS PARENT NOTES * Freshman/Sophomore Parent night: Will be on Tuesday, September 19, 2017. In the Library - 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. * Junior/Senior Parent Meeting: A Junior/Senior Parent meeting will be held Thursday, September 21, 2017 at 6:00pm in the EDHS Theatre. 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In the Library - 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. 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 735-3516 Mrs. Stack 735-3501 Mrs. Gates 735-3517 * Lunch Campus Exit: Students will have 10 minutes to exit campus for lunch. This is being done to ensure that there is adequate time for you to return and not be tardy to class. Students will not be allowed to exit through the attendance office without administrative approval or parent pick up. Should a student be tardy, they will be assigned a lunch detention. * Cell Phones: This is a reminder regarding cell phones, students who possess cell phones on campus must abide by the rules governing their use as outlined in the Student Conduct Code. Misuse of cell phones could lead to confiscation and/or banning the use of such items. Students who possess these items at school are entirely at their own risk. The school or district is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged devices (BP 5131 b). Cell phones are to be turned off during class time and at any other time as directed by a district employee. If student refuses to give cell phone to teacher or district employee, this will be considered defiance and will lead to disciplinary actions. * 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. * 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! * Locker Rooms: No loitering in or near the locker rooms before school, during class time and after school. * 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: Beanies are not to be worn on campus with the exception of the colder months; beanies are allowed from November 1st to March 1st only. * The Marines will be on campus on Mondays in the quad area, the Army will be on campus on Tuesdays in front of the Career Center, the Navy will be on campus on Wednesdays in front of the Career Center, and the National Guard will in front of the Career Center to answer any questions you may have. * 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 STUDENT NOTES * Rotary Scholarship Volunteers Needed: The Rotary Scholarship is having their annual event on September 23rd and are looking for volunteers to help set up that morning from 9:00am-12:00pm. If you are interested in volunteering, please come to Student Services to sign-up with Mrs. Rodarte. You will receive a letter recognizing your volunteer hours from the Rotary. * Academy Night: Are you interested in pursuing a college education at a US Service Academy (Air Force Academy, Merchant Marine Academy, Military Academy-West Point, Naval Academy, and ROTC)? If yes, Congressman Devin Nunes will be hosting an Academy Night on Tuesday, October 17, 2017, from 6:30-7:30pm, at the Clovis Unified School District Professional Development Building in Clovis, CA. This is an opportunity for you and your parents to learn more about the nomination and appointment process. Students and Parents must RSVP before October 13th. Please see Mrs. Rodarte in Student Services for an RSVP form. * ProYouth XL/SEED: Students Empowered by Exposure to Diversity - would like to extend an invitation to all our students interested in going to the Maya Cinemas at Fresno on September 26th, (Transportation and movie concession is provided by the school district and ProYouth.) We are watching "Dolores" a Documentary based in Dolores Huerta who is among the most important, yet least known, activists in American history. An equal partner in co-founding the first Farm Workers Unions with Cesar Chavez, her enormous contributions have gone largely unrecognized. Dolores tirelessly led the fight for racial and labor justice alongside Chavez. Becoming one of the most defiant feminists of the twentieth century and she continues the fight to this day, at age 87." - Go to your XL office to get more information regarding the fieldtrip and to pick up a permission slip. It is first-come, first-served, reserve your spot! Pick up a participating permit after school at the XL office. * 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. * 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. * ASVAB Prep Workshop: All Juniors and Seniors - Jasmine Reed, our XL College and Career Ambassador, will be having an ASVAB Prep Workshop in the Library September 19th from 3:30-5:30. For more information please go to Lab 62 (XL Office) and ask for Jasmine Reed for more information and to sign up. * ASVAB Test: Juniors, and Seniors: The ASVAB Test will be given here on campus Wednesday, October 25th in the library at 8:30am. If you would like to participate please sign-up in the Student Services office. * Attention Freshman, Sophomores, Juniors: Picture retakes or make-ups will take place on Tuesday, September 26th beginning at 7:30 AM - 10:00 AM in the EDHS Gym. If you were absent during picture day and are going to make-up picture day, please pick up a picture order form in the Student Services Office and sign up for a time slot to have your picture taken. If you are retaking your pictures, you must also sign up for a time slot to have your picture taken and bring your original picture packet with you to exchange. COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY VISITS Sign-ups are available in the Student Services Office Date Time College/University Wednesday-September 20 9:20am Colorado Christian University Wednesday-September 20 Homeroom Westmont College Wednesday-September 27 9:00am Fresno Pacific University Thursday-October 19 8:30am UC Santa Barbara Wednesday-November 8 9:00am Fresno Pacific University Wednesday-November 29 Homeroom Fresno Pacific University SAT Date SAT Subject Tests Available (Find Dates) Registration Deadline November 4, 2017 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date October 5, 2017 December 2, 2017 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date November 2, 2017 March 10, 2018 Register SAT Subject Tests not offered on this date February 9, 2018 May 5, 2018 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date April 6, 2018 June 2, 2018 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date May 3, 2018 ACT Test Dates Test Date Registration Deadline (Late Fee Required) October 28, 2017 September 22, 2017 September 23-October 6, 2017 December 9, 2017 November 3, 2017 November 4-17, 2017 February 10, 2018 January 12, 2018 January 13-19, 2018 April 14, 2018 March 9, 2018 March 10-23, 2018 June 9, 2018 May 4, 2018 May 5-18, 2018 July 14, 2018 June 15, 2018 June 16-22, 2018 SENIOR NOTES * ATTENTION SENIORS WHO HAVE NOT TAKEN THEIR PICTURE FOR THE YEARBOOK: There will be a LAST CHANCE opportunity to take your senior picture for the yearbook on Wednesday, October 4, 2017 in the Career Center. Please sign-up in the Student Services Office for a time slot to have your picture taken. * Attention Seniors: El Diamante automatically uploads your GPA to the Cal Grant system electronically. This informs your colleges of your eligibility and qualification for certain grants and monies without you having to complete further forms for the Cal Grant. You do have the option to opt out of sending your GPA to colleges by coming into the student services office by September 28, fill out the OPT OUT form and have parents sign for approval. See your Learning Director if you have any questions. * AES Scholarship Deadline Is Approaching: The deadline for the 12th annual AES Scholarship is October 6, 2017. Visit our website at http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm. * COS Informational Meeting: ATTENTION ALL SENIORS who are planning on attending the College of the Sequoias in the fall. There is a COS Senior Informational Meeting on Thursday, September 28 during homeroom in the Gym. If interested in attending this informational session, please sign-up in the Student Services Office with Mrs. Rodarte. * Senior Panoramic Picture: Attention all Seniors; It's almost time for the senior panoramic picture. Mark your calendars for Wednesday, October 18, 2017. Seniors should report to your homeroom class, and then go to the gym for the picture. No props, sign hand gestures, etc. Please be careful not to block anyone's face from the pictures. You are expected to dress appropriately (in dress code). Anyone who is inappropriately dressed will not be allowed in the picture * Attention Seniors: There will be a UC Application Workshop with UC Merced on Monday, September 25th in the Library. Please sign up in the Student Services office. Space is limited. * 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. * Attention Class of 2018: While working on college applications this year, we recommend looking into the Wendy's High School Heisman Scholarship. They give out 100 scholarships to students ranging from $1,000 - $10,000. Application deadline is October 2. Visit WendysHeisman.com to learn more. * CASH FOR COLLEGE F.A.F.S.A. NIGHT: SENIORS ONLY - Thursday, October 19th 5:00pm-8:00pm, EDHS Library. You must sign-up in the Student Services Office beginning October 2 to hold your place for a session at this event. Last day to sign up is October 13! Please see attached FAFSA & Dream Act Application Workshop 2018-2019 Checklist. SEE ATTACHMENT FOR ALL SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION CLUB NOTES * Animal Charity: Will be having a meeting on Tuesday, Sept 19th at lunch in the gym. * Future Teacher Club: Club meeting will be on Wednesday 9/20 @ lunch in room 507 for the Future Teacher Club. * Sign Language Club: Meetings every Wednesday in Room 365. Bring your lunch. SPORTS Week of September 18th-23rd Sport Levels Day Date Opponent/Destination Out of Class Bus Leaves Game Time Return Volleyball All Tues. 9/19 Hanford @ Hanford 2:30 3:00 4:30 10:00pm Girls' Water Polo All Tues. 9/19 Hanford @ Hanford 2:30 3:00 4:30pm (JV) 5:30 (V) TBA Boys' Water Polo All Tues. 9/19 Hanford @ Hanford --- 4:00 6:30pm (V) 7:30 (JV) --- Tennis All Wed. 9/20 Mt. Whitney @ Home 3:00pm --- 4:00pm --- Boys Water Polo All Wed. 9/21 Redwood @ Home --- --- 6:30pm (JV) 7:30 (V) --- Girls Water Polo All Thur. 9/21 Redwood @ Home --- --- 4:30pm (JV) 5:30 (V) --- Volleyball All Thur. 9/21 Redwood @ Home 3:00 (Freshman) --- 4:30pm --- Football Frosh Thur. 9/21 Mt. Whitney @ Home --- --- 5:00pm --- Football JV Fri 9/22 Mt. Whitney @ Mineral King 2:30pm 3:00pm 5:00pm 10:00 Football Varsity Fri. 9/22 Mt. Whitney @ Mineral King --- 4:30pm 7:30pm 10:00pm Cross Country All Fri. 9/22 Mooney Grove 1:00pm 1:30pm 3:00pm 6:00 pm Boy's Water Polo Varsity Fri.-Sat 9/22-9/23 Visalia Tournament 12:30 --- 2:00 --- PARENT NOTES * Freshman/Sophomore Parent night: Will be on Tuesday, September 19, 2017. In the Library - 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. * Junior/Senior Parent Meeting: A Junior/Senior Parent meeting will be held Thursday, September 21, 2017 at 6:00pm in the EDHS Theatre. 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Daily Bulletin Wednesday - September 20, 2017 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 735-3516 Mrs. Stack 735-3501 Mrs. Gates 735-3517 * Lunch Campus Exit: Students will have 10 minutes to exit campus for lunch. This is being done to ensure that there is adequate time for you to return and not be tardy to class. Students will not be allowed to exit through the attendance office without administrative approval or parent pick up. Should a student be tardy, they will be assigned a lunch detention. * Cell Phones: This is a reminder regarding cell phones, students who possess cell phones on campus must abide by the rules governing their use as outlined in the Student Conduct Code. Misuse of cell phones could lead to confiscation and/or banning the use of such items. Students who possess these items at school are entirely at their own risk. The school or district is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged devices (BP 5131 b). Cell phones are to be turned off during class time and at any other time as directed by a district employee. If student refuses to give cell phone to teacher or district employee, this will be considered defiance and will lead to disciplinary actions. * 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. * 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! * Locker Rooms: No loitering in or near the locker rooms before school, during class time and after school. * 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: Beanies are not to be worn on campus with the exception of the colder months; beanies are allowed from November 1st to March 1st only. * The Marines will be on campus on Mondays in the quad area, the Army will be on campus on Tuesdays in front of the Career Center, the Navy will be on campus on Wednesdays in front of the Career Center, and the National Guard will in front of the Career Center to answer any questions you may have. * 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 STUDENT NOTES * ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS: Channel 47 will be here Friday morning at 5 am for a pep rally. We will be on air between 5 -7 am and they will be highlighting our match up against MT. Whitney that night at Mineral King Bowl. Hope to see you there. Go MINERS! * SCICON: Junior & Senior counselors wanted! Please sign-up in the Student Services Office for Scicon Training. YOU MUST ATTEND LEADERSHIP TRAINING ON Friday, October 13th at 8:30am in the career center to qualify. * Rotary Scholarship Volunteers Needed: The Rotary Scholarship is having their annual event on September 23rd and are looking for volunteers to help set up that morning from 9:00am-12:00pm. If you are interested in volunteering, please come to Student Services to sign-up with Mrs. Rodarte. You will receive a letter recognizing your volunteer hours from the Rotary. * Academy Night: Are you interested in pursuing a college education at a US Service Academy (Air Force Academy, Merchant Marine Academy, Military Academy-West Point, Naval Academy, and ROTC)? If yes, Congressman Devin Nunes will be hosting an Academy Night on Tuesday, October 17, 2017, from 6:30-7:30pm, at the Clovis Unified School District Professional Development Building in Clovis, CA. This is an opportunity for you and your parents to learn more about the nomination and appointment process. Students and Parents must RSVP before October 13th. Please see Mrs. Rodarte in Student Services for an RSVP form. * ProYouth XL/SEED: Students Empowered by Exposure to Diversity - would like to extend an invitation to all our students interested in going to the Maya Cinemas at Fresno on September 26th, (Transportation and movie concession is provided by the school district and ProYouth.) We are watching "Dolores" a Documentary based in Dolores Huerta who is among the most important, yet least known, activists in American history. An equal partner in co-founding the first Farm Workers Unions with Cesar Chavez, her enormous contributions have gone largely unrecognized. Dolores tirelessly led the fight for racial and labor justice alongside Chavez. Becoming one of the most defiant feminists of the twentieth century and she continues the fight to this day, at age 87." - Go to your XL office to get more information regarding the fieldtrip and to pick up a permission slip. It is first-come, first-served, reserve your spot! Pick up a participating permit after school at the XL office. * 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. * 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. * ASVAB Test: Juniors, and Seniors: The ASVAB Test will be given here on campus Wednesday, October 25th in the library at 8:30am. If you would like to participate please sign-up in the Student Services office. * Attention Freshman, Sophomores, Juniors: Picture retakes or make-ups will take place on Tuesday, September 26th beginning at 7:30 AM - 10:00 AM in the EDHS Gym. If you were absent during picture day and are going to make-up picture day, please pick up a picture order form in the Student Services Office and sign up for a time slot to have your picture taken. If you are retaking your pictures, you must also sign up for a time slot to have your picture taken and bring your original picture packet with you to exchange. COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY VISITS Sign-ups are available in the Student Services Office Date Time College/University Wednesday-September 20 9:20am Colorado Christian University Wednesday-September 20 Homeroom Westmont College Wednesday-September 27 9:00am Fresno Pacific University Thursday-October 19 8:30am UC Santa Barbara Wednesday-November 8 9:00am Fresno Pacific University Wednesday-November 29 Homeroom Fresno Pacific University SAT Date SAT Subject Tests Available (Find Dates) Registration Deadline November 4, 2017 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date October 5, 2017 December 2, 2017 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date November 2, 2017 March 10, 2018 Register SAT Subject Tests not offered on this date February 9, 2018 May 5, 2018 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date April 6, 2018 June 2, 2018 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date May 3, 2018 ACT Test Dates Test Date Registration Deadline (Late Fee Required) October 28, 2017 September 22, 2017 September 23-October 6, 2017 December 9, 2017 November 3, 2017 November 4-17, 2017 February 10, 2018 January 12, 2018 January 13-19, 2018 April 14, 2018 March 9, 2018 March 10-23, 2018 June 9, 2018 May 4, 2018 May 5-18, 2018 July 14, 2018 June 15, 2018 June 16-22, 2018 SENIOR NOTES * ATTENTION SENIORS WHO HAVE NOT TAKEN THEIR PICTURE FOR THE YEARBOOK: There will be a LAST CHANCE opportunity to take your senior picture for the yearbook on Wednesday, October 4, 2017 in the Career Center. Please sign-up in the Student Services Office for a time slot to have your picture taken. * Attention Seniors: El Diamante automatically uploads your GPA to the Cal Grant system electronically. This informs your colleges of your eligibility and qualification for certain grants and monies without you having to complete further forms for the Cal Grant. You do have the option to opt out of sending your GPA to colleges by coming into the student services office by September 28, fill out the OPT OUT form and have parents sign for approval. See your Learning Director if you have any questions. * AES Scholarship Deadline Is Approaching: The deadline for the 12th annual AES Scholarship is October 6, 2017. Visit our website at http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm. * COS Informational Meeting: ATTENTION ALL SENIORS who are planning on attending the College of the Sequoias in the fall. There is a COS Senior Informational Meeting on Thursday, September 28 during homeroom in the Gym. If interested in attending this informational session, please sign-up in the Student Services Office with Mrs. Rodarte. * Senior Panoramic Picture: Attention all Seniors; It's almost time for the senior panoramic picture. Mark your calendars for Wednesday, October 18, 2017. Seniors should report to your homeroom class, and then go to the gym for the picture. No props, sign hand gestures, etc. Please be careful not to block anyone's face from the pictures. You are expected to dress appropriately (in dress code). Anyone who is inappropriately dressed will not be allowed in the picture * Attention Seniors: There will be a UC Application Workshop with UC Merced on Monday, September 25th in the Library. Please sign up in the Student Services office. Space is limited. * 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. * Attention Class of 2018: While working on college applications this year, we recommend looking into the Wendy's High School Heisman Scholarship. They give out 100 scholarships to students ranging from $1,000 - $10,000. Application deadline is October 2. Visit WendysHeisman.com to learn more. * CASH FOR COLLEGE F.A.F.S.A. NIGHT: SENIORS ONLY - Thursday, October 19th 5:00pm-8:00pm, EDHS Library. You must sign-up in the Student Services Office beginning October 2 to hold your place for a session at this event. Last day to sign up is October 13! Please see attached FAFSA & Dream Act Application Workshop 2018-2019 Checklist. SEE ATTACHMENT FOR ALL SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION CLUB NOTES * Fashion Club: Will be having a meeting in room 607. Bring your lunch! * Future Teacher Club: Club meeting will be on Wednesday 9/20 @ lunch in room 507 for the Future Teacher Club. * Sign Language Club: Meetings every Wednesday in Room 365. Bring your lunch. SPORTS Week of September 18th-23rd Sport Levels Day Date Opponent/Destination Out of Class Bus Leaves Game Time Return Tennis All Wed. 9/20 Mt. Whitney @ Home 3:00pm --- 4:00pm --- Boys Water Polo All Wed. 9/21 Redwood @ Home --- --- 6:30pm (JV) 7:30 (V) --- Girls Water Polo All Thur. 9/21 Redwood @ Home --- --- 4:30pm (JV) 5:30 (V) --- Volleyball All Thur. 9/21 Redwood @ Home 3:00 (Freshman) --- 4:30pm --- Football Frosh Thur. 9/21 Mt. Whitney @ Home --- --- 5:00pm --- Football JV Fri 9/22 Mt. Whitney @ Mineral King 2:30pm 3:00pm 5:00pm 10:00 Football Varsity Fri. 9/22 Mt. Whitney @ Mineral King --- 4:30pm 7:30pm 10:00pm Cross Country All Fri. 9/22 Mooney Grove 1:00pm 1:30pm 3:00pm 6:00 pm Boy's Water Polo Varsity Fri.-Sat 9/22-9/23 Visalia Tournament 12:30 --- 2:00 --- PARENT NOTES * Junior/Senior Parent Meeting: A Junior/Senior Parent meeting will be held Thursday, September 21, 2017 at 6:00pm in the EDHS Theatre. Information on A-G requirements, CA College systems, understanding transcripts, the FASFA process and other topics will be discussed. * Attention Parents: To purchase Miner Swag please visit the EDHS Fan store on the EDHS Website. http://vusd.org/ElDiamante To subscribe or unsubscribe to the bulletin http://mailman.visalia.k12.ca.us/mailman/listinfo/edhs-bulletin --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://www.avast.com/antivirus -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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Name: FAFSA Checklist Spanish 2018-19.pdf Type: application/pdf Size: 152818 bytes Desc: FAFSA Checklist Spanish 2018-19.pdf URL: From edhs-bulletin at mailman.vusd.org Thu Sep 21 08:20:05 2017 From: edhs-bulletin at mailman.vusd.org (El Diamante High School Daily Bulletin) Date: Thu, 21 Sep 2017 08:20:05 -0700 Subject: EDHS Bulletin 9-21-17 Message-ID: [cid:image001.png at 01D332B2.6E0168F0][cid:image002.jpg at 01D332B2.6E0168F0][cid:image003.png at 01D332B2.6E0168F0] El Diamante High School A California Distinguished School & Home of the Miners! Daily Bulletin Thursday - September 21, 2017 [cid:image004.jpg at 01D332B2.6E0168F0] Junior/Senior Parent meeting will be held Thursday, September 21, 2017 at 6:00pm in the EDHS Theatre. 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 735-3516 Mrs. Stack 735-3501 Mrs. Gates 735-3517 * Lunch Campus Exit: Students will have 10 minutes to exit campus for lunch. This is being done to ensure that there is adequate time for you to return and not be tardy to class. Students will not be allowed to exit through the attendance office without administrative approval or parent pick up. Should a student be tardy, they will be assigned a lunch detention. * Cell Phones: This is a reminder regarding cell phones, students who possess cell phones on campus must abide by the rules governing their use as outlined in the Student Conduct Code. Misuse of cell phones could lead to confiscation and/or banning the use of such items. Students who possess these items at school are entirely at their own risk. The school or district is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged devices (BP 5131 b). Cell phones are to be turned off during class time and at any other time as directed by a district employee. If student refuses to give cell phone to teacher or district employee, this will be considered defiance and will lead to disciplinary actions. * 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. * 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! * Locker Rooms: No loitering in or near the locker rooms before school, during class time and after school. * 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: Beanies are not to be worn on campus with the exception of the colder months; beanies are allowed from November 1st to March 1st only. * The Marines will be on campus on Mondays in the quad area, the Army will be on campus on Tuesdays in front of the Career Center, the Navy will be on campus on Wednesdays in front of the Career Center, and the National Guard will in front of the Career Center to answer any questions you may have. * 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 STUDENT NOTES * ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS: Channel 47 will be here Friday morning at 5 am for a pep rally. We will be on air between 5 -7 am and they will be highlighting our match up against MT. Whitney that night at Mineral King Bowl. Hope to see you there. Go MINERS! * SCICON: Junior & Senior counselors wanted! Please sign-up in the Student Services Office for Scicon Training. YOU MUST ATTEND LEADERSHIP TRAINING ON Friday, October 13th at 8:30am in the career center to qualify. * Rotary Scholarship Volunteers Needed: The Rotary Scholarship is having their annual event on Saturday, September 23rd and are looking for volunteers to help set up that morning from 9:00am-12:00pm. You will need to report to the Garden Street Plaza which is located in downtown Visalia on 300 E. Main Street. Please report to Carol Hoppert Hays at the check in table. If you are interested in volunteering, please come to Student Services to sign-up with Mrs. Rodarte. You will receive a letter recognizing your volunteer hours from the Rotary. * Academy Night: Are you interested in pursuing a college education at a US Service Academy (Air Force Academy, Merchant Marine Academy, Military Academy-West Point, Naval Academy, and ROTC)? If yes, Congressman Devin Nunes will be hosting an Academy Night on Tuesday, October 17, 2017, from 6:30-7:30pm, at the Clovis Unified School District Professional Development Building in Clovis, CA. This is an opportunity for you and your parents to learn more about the nomination and appointment process. Students and Parents must RSVP before October 13th. Please see Mrs. Rodarte in Student Services for an RSVP form. * ProYouth XL/SEED: Students Empowered by Exposure to Diversity - would like to extend an invitation to all our students interested in going to the Maya Cinemas at Fresno on September 26th, (Transportation and movie concession is provided by the school district and ProYouth.) We are watching "Dolores" a Documentary based in Dolores Huerta who is among the most important, yet least known, activists in American history. An equal partner in co-founding the first Farm Workers Unions with Cesar Chavez, her enormous contributions have gone largely unrecognized. Dolores tirelessly led the fight for racial and labor justice alongside Chavez. Becoming one of the most defiant feminists of the twentieth century and she continues the fight to this day, at age 87." - Go to your XL office to get more information regarding the fieldtrip and to pick up a permission slip. It is first-come, first-served, reserve your spot! Pick up a participating permit after school at the XL office. * 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. * 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. * ASVAB Test: Juniors, and Seniors: The ASVAB Test will be given here on campus Wednesday, October 25th in the library at 8:30am. If you would like to participate please sign-up in the Student Services office. * Attention Freshman, Sophomores, Juniors: Picture retakes or make-ups will take place on Tuesday, September 26th beginning at 7:30 AM - 10:00 AM in the EDHS Gym. If you were absent during picture day and are going to make-up picture day, please pick up a picture order form in the Student Services Office and sign up for a time slot to have your picture taken. If you are retaking your pictures, you must also sign up for a time slot to have your picture taken and bring your original picture packet with you to exchange. COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY VISITS Sign-ups are available in the Student Services Office Date Time College/University Wednesday-September 27 9:00am Fresno Pacific University Thursday-October 19 8:30am UC Santa Barbara Wednesday-November 8 9:00am Fresno Pacific University Wednesday-November 29 Homeroom Fresno Pacific University SAT Date SAT Subject Tests Available (Find Dates) Registration Deadline November 4, 2017 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date October 5, 2017 December 2, 2017 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date November 2, 2017 March 10, 2018 Register SAT Subject Tests not offered on this date February 9, 2018 May 5, 2018 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date April 6, 2018 June 2, 2018 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date May 3, 2018 ACT Test Dates Test Date Registration Deadline (Late Fee Required) October 28, 2017 September 22, 2017 September 23-October 6, 2017 December 9, 2017 November 3, 2017 November 4-17, 2017 February 10, 2018 January 12, 2018 January 13-19, 2018 April 14, 2018 March 9, 2018 March 10-23, 2018 June 9, 2018 May 4, 2018 May 5-18, 2018 July 14, 2018 June 15, 2018 June 16-22, 2018 SENIOR NOTES * ATTENTION SENIORS WHO HAVE NOT TAKEN THEIR PICTURE FOR THE YEARBOOK: There will be a LAST CHANCE opportunity to take your senior picture for the yearbook on Wednesday, October 4, 2017 in the Career Center. Please sign-up in the Student Services Office for a time slot to have your picture taken. * Attention Seniors: El Diamante automatically uploads your GPA to the Cal Grant system electronically. This informs your colleges of your eligibility and qualification for certain grants and monies without you having to complete further forms for the Cal Grant. You do have the option to opt out of sending your GPA to colleges by coming into the student services office by September 28, fill out the OPT OUT form and have parents sign for approval. See your Learning Director if you have any questions. * AES Scholarship Deadline Is Approaching: The deadline for the 12th annual AES Scholarship is October 6, 2017. Visit our website at http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm. * COS Informational Meeting: ATTENTION ALL SENIORS who are planning on attending the College of the Sequoias in the fall. There is a COS Senior Informational Meeting on Thursday, September 28 during homeroom in the Gym. If interested in attending this informational session, please sign-up in the Student Services Office with Mrs. Rodarte. * Senior Panoramic Picture: Attention all Seniors; It's almost time for the senior panoramic picture. Mark your calendars for Wednesday, October 18, 2017. Seniors should report to your homeroom class, and then go to the gym for the picture. No props, sign hand gestures, etc. Please be careful not to block anyone's face from the pictures. You are expected to dress appropriately (in dress code). Anyone who is inappropriately dressed will not be allowed in the picture * Attention Seniors: There will be a UC Application Workshop with UC Merced on Monday, September 25th in the Library. Please sign up in the Student Services office. Space is limited. * 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. * Attention Class of 2018: While working on college applications this year, we recommend looking into the Wendy's High School Heisman Scholarship. They give out 100 scholarships to students ranging from $1,000 - $10,000. Application deadline is October 2. Visit WendysHeisman.com to learn more. * CASH FOR COLLEGE F.A.F.S.A. NIGHT: SENIORS ONLY - Thursday, October 19th 5:00pm-8:00pm, EDHS Library. You must sign-up in the Student Services Office beginning October 2 to hold your place for a session at this event. Last day to sign up is October 13! Please see attached FAFSA & Dream Act Application Workshop 2018-2019 Checklist. SEE ATTACHMENT FOR ALL SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION CLUB NOTES * Sign Language Club: Meetings every Wednesday in Room 365. Bring your lunch. SPORTS Sport Levels Day Date Opponent/Destination Out of Class Bus Leaves Game Time Return Boys Water Polo All Wed. 9/21 Redwood @ Home --- --- 6:30pm (JV) 7:30 (V) --- Girls Water Polo All Thur. 9/21 Redwood @ Home --- --- 4:30pm (JV) 5:30 (V) --- Volleyball All Thur. 9/21 Redwood @ Home 3:00 (Freshman) --- 4:30pm --- Football Frosh Thur. 9/21 Mt. Whitney @ Home --- --- 5:00pm --- Football JV Fri 9/22 Mt. Whitney @ Mineral King 2:30pm 3:00pm 5:00pm 10:00 Football Varsity Fri. 9/22 Mt. 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Daily Bulletin Friday - September 22, 2017 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 735-3516 Mrs. Stack 735-3501 Mrs. Gates 735-3517 * Lunch Campus Exit: Students will have 10 minutes to exit campus for lunch. This is being done to ensure that there is adequate time for you to return and not be tardy to class. Students will not be allowed to exit through the attendance office without administrative approval or parent pick up. Should a student be tardy, they will be assigned a lunch detention. * Cell Phones: This is a reminder regarding cell phones, students who possess cell phones on campus must abide by the rules governing their use as outlined in the Student Conduct Code. Misuse of cell phones could lead to confiscation and/or banning the use of such items. Students who possess these items at school are entirely at their own risk. The school or district is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged devices (BP 5131 b). Cell phones are to be turned off during class time and at any other time as directed by a district employee. If student refuses to give cell phone to teacher or district employee, this will be considered defiance and will lead to disciplinary actions. * 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. * 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! * 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: Beanies are not to be worn on campus with the exception of the colder months; beanies are allowed from November 1st to March 1st only. * The Marines will be on campus on Mondays in the quad area, the Army will be on campus on Tuesdays in front of the Career Center, the Navy will be on campus on Wednesdays in front of the Career Center, and the National Guard will in front of the Career Center to answer any questions you may have. * 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 7. No loitering in or near the locker rooms before school, during class time and after school. STUDENT NOTES * SCICON: Junior & Senior counselors wanted! Please sign-up in the Student Services Office for Scicon Training. YOU MUST ATTEND LEADERSHIP TRAINING ON Friday, October 13th at 8:30am in the career center to qualify. * Rotary Scholarship Volunteers Needed: The Rotary Scholarship is having their annual event on Saturday, September 23rd and are looking for volunteers to help set up that morning from 9:00am-12:00pm. You will need to report to the Garden Street Plaza which is located in downtown Visalia on 300 E. Main Street. Please report to Carol Hoppert Hays at the check in table. If you are interested in volunteering, please come to Student Services to sign-up with Mrs. Rodarte. You will receive a letter recognizing your volunteer hours from the Rotary. * Academy Night: Are you interested in pursuing a college education at a US Service Academy (Air Force Academy, Merchant Marine Academy, Military Academy-West Point, Naval Academy, and ROTC)? If yes, Congressman Devin Nunes will be hosting an Academy Night on Tuesday, October 17, 2017, from 6:30-7:30pm, at the Clovis Unified School District Professional Development Building in Clovis, CA. This is an opportunity for you and your parents to learn more about the nomination and appointment process. Students and Parents must RSVP before October 13th. Please see Mrs. Rodarte in Student Services for an RSVP form. * ProYouth XL/SEED: Students Empowered by Exposure to Diversity - would like to extend an invitation to all our students interested in going to the Maya Cinemas at Fresno on September 26th, (Transportation and movie concession is provided by the school district and ProYouth.) Go to your XL office to get more information regarding the fieldtrip and to pick up a permission slip. It is first-come, first-served, reserve your spot! Pick up a participating permit after school at the XL office. * 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. * ASVAB Test: Juniors, and Seniors: The ASVAB Test will be given here on campus Wednesday, October 25th in the library at 8:30am. If you would like to participate please sign-up in the Student Services office. * Attention Freshman, Sophomores, Juniors: Picture retakes or make-ups will take place on Tuesday, September 26th beginning at 7:30 AM - 10:00 AM in the EDHS Gym. If you were absent during picture day and are going to make-up picture day, please pick up a picture order form in the Student Services Office and sign up for a time slot to have your picture taken. If you are retaking your pictures, you must also sign up for a time slot to have your picture taken and bring your original picture packet with you to exchange. COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY VISITS Sign-ups are available in the Student Services Office Date Time College/University Wednesday-September 27 9:00am Fresno Pacific University Thursday-October 19 8:30am UC Santa Barbara Wednesday-November 8 9:00am Fresno Pacific University Wednesday-November 29 Homeroom Fresno Pacific University SAT Date SAT Subject Tests Available (Find Dates) Registration Deadline November 4, 2017 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date October 5, 2017 December 2, 2017 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date November 2, 2017 March 10, 2018 Register SAT Subject Tests not offered on this date February 9, 2018 May 5, 2018 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date April 6, 2018 June 2, 2018 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date May 3, 2018 ACT Test Dates Test Date Registration Deadline (Late Fee Required) October 28, 2017 September 22, 2017 September 23-October 6, 2017 December 9, 2017 November 3, 2017 November 4-17, 2017 February 10, 2018 January 12, 2018 January 13-19, 2018 April 14, 2018 March 9, 2018 March 10-23, 2018 June 9, 2018 May 4, 2018 May 5-18, 2018 July 14, 2018 June 15, 2018 June 16-22, 2018 SENIOR NOTES * ATTENTION SENIORS WHO HAVE NOT TAKEN THEIR PICTURE FOR THE YEARBOOK: There will be a LAST CHANCE opportunity to take your senior picture for the yearbook on Wednesday, October 4, 2017 in the Career Center. Please sign-up in the Student Services Office for a time slot to have your picture taken. * Attention Seniors: El Diamante automatically uploads your GPA to the Cal Grant system electronically. This informs your colleges of your eligibility and qualification for certain grants and monies without you having to complete further forms for the Cal Grant. You do have the option to opt out of sending your GPA to colleges by coming into the student services office by September 28, fill out the OPT OUT form and have parents sign for approval. See your Learning Director if you have any questions. * AES Scholarship Deadline Is Approaching: The deadline for the 12th annual AES Scholarship is October 6, 2017. Visit our website at http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm. * COS Informational Meeting: ATTENTION ALL SENIORS who are planning on attending the College of the Sequoias in the fall. There is a COS Senior Informational Meeting on Thursday, September 28 during homeroom in the Gym. All Senior Homerooms are asked to attend. * Senior Panoramic Picture: Attention all Seniors; It's almost time for the senior panoramic picture. Mark your calendars for Wednesday, October 18, 2017. Seniors should report to your homeroom class, and then go to the gym for the picture. No props, sign hand gestures, etc. Please be careful not to block anyone's face from the pictures. You are expected to dress appropriately (in dress code). Anyone who is inappropriately dressed will not be allowed in the picture * Attention Seniors: There will be a UC Application Workshop with UC Merced on Monday, September 25th in the Library. Please sign up in the Student Services office. Space is limited. * 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. * Attention Class of 2018: While working on college applications this year, we recommend looking into the Wendy's High School Heisman Scholarship. They give out 100 scholarships to students ranging from $1,000 - $10,000. Application deadline is October 2. Visit WendysHeisman.com to learn more. * CASH FOR COLLEGE F.A.F.S.A. NIGHT: SENIORS ONLY - Thursday, October 19th, EDHS Library. Session 1: 5:00- 5:50 pm English language Session 2: 6:00- 6:50 pm Spanish language Session 3: 7:00- 7:50 pm English language You must sign-up in the Student Services Office beginning October 2 to hold your place for a session at this event. Last day to sign up is October 13! Please see attached FAFSA & Dream Act Application Workshop 2018-2019 Checklist. SEE ATTACHMENT FOR ALL SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION CLUB NOTES * Sign Language Club: Meetings every Wednesday in Room 365. Bring your lunch. SPORTS Sport Levels Day Date Opponent/Destination Out of Class Bus Leaves Game Time Return Football JV Fri 9/22 Mt. Whitney @ Mineral King 2:30pm 3:00pm 5:00pm 10:00 Football Varsity Fri. 9/22 Mt. Whitney @ Mineral King --- 4:30pm 7:30pm 10:00pm Cross Country All Fri. 9/22 Mooney Grove 1:00pm 1:30pm 3:00pm 6:00 pm Boy's Water Polo Varsity Fri.-Sat 9/22-9/23 Visalia Tournament 12:30 --- 2:00 --- PARENT NOTES * Attention Parents: To purchase Miner Swag please visit the EDHS Fan store on the EDHS Website. http://vusd.org/ElDiamante To subscribe or unsubscribe to the bulletin http://mailman.visalia.k12.ca.us/mailman/listinfo/edhs-bulletin --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://www.avast.com/antivirus -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Daily Bulletin Monday - September 25, 2017 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 735-3516 Mrs. Stack 735-3501 Mrs. Gates 735-3517 * Lunch Campus Exit: Students will have 10 minutes to exit campus for lunch. This is being done to ensure that there is adequate time for you to return and not be tardy to class. Students will not be allowed to exit through the attendance office without administrative approval or parent pick up. Should a student be tardy, they will be assigned a lunch detention. * Cell Phones: This is a reminder regarding cell phones, students who possess cell phones on campus must abide by the rules governing their use as outlined in the Student Conduct Code. Misuse of cell phones could lead to confiscation and/or banning the use of such items. Students who possess these items at school are entirely at their own risk. The school or district is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged devices (BP 5131 b). Cell phones are to be turned off during class time and at any other time as directed by a district employee. If student refuses to give cell phone to teacher or district employee, this will be considered defiance and will lead to disciplinary actions. * 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. * 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! * 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: Beanies are not to be worn on campus with the exception of the colder months; beanies are allowed from November 1st to March 1st only. * The Marines will be on campus on Mondays in the quad area, the Army will be on campus on Tuesdays in front of the Career Center, the Navy will be on campus on Wednesdays in front of the Career Center, and the National Guard will in front of the Career Center to answer any questions you may have. * 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 7. No loitering in or near the locker rooms before school, during class time and after school. STUDENT NOTES * Attention All Students! Harvest Dance tickets will be on sale Monday, Oct. 9th. Students may purchase tickets in the Finance office before school, at lunch or after school until 4pm. Prices are as follows: $15 with an ASB sticker, $25 without an ASB Sticker, and $35 per single ticket at the door. *ASB Stickers are available in the Finance Office for $30. Pick up one and start to save! *STUDENTS, YOU MUST HAVE A DANCE CONTRACT IN ORDER TO PURCHASE YOUR DANCE TICKETS AND ATTEND ANY SCHOOL DANCES! * SCICON: Junior & Senior counselors wanted! Please sign-up in the Student Services Office for Scicon Training. YOU MUST ATTEND LEADERSHIP TRAINING ON Friday, October 13th at 8:30am in the career center to qualify. * Academy Night: Are you interested in pursuing a college education at a US Service Academy (Air Force Academy, Merchant Marine Academy, Military Academy-West Point, Naval Academy, and ROTC)? If yes, Congressman Devin Nunes will be hosting an Academy Night on Tuesday, October 17, 2017, from 6:30-7:30pm, at the Clovis Unified School District Professional Development Building in Clovis, CA. This is an opportunity for you and your parents to learn more about the nomination and appointment process. Students and Parents must RSVP before October 13th. Please see Mrs. Rodarte in Student Services for an RSVP form. * ProYouth XL/SEED: Students Empowered by Exposure to Diversity - would like to extend an invitation to all our students interested in going to the Maya Cinemas at Fresno on September 26th, (Transportation and movie concession is provided by the school district and ProYouth.) Go to your XL office to get more information regarding the fieldtrip and to pick up a permission slip. It is first-come, first-served, reserve your spot! Pick up a participating permit after school at the XL office. * 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. * ASVAB Test: Juniors, and Seniors: The ASVAB Test will be given here on campus Wednesday, October 25th in the library at 8:30am. If you would like to participate please sign-up in the Student Services office. * Attention Freshman, Sophomores, Juniors: Picture retakes or make-ups will take place on Tuesday, September 26th beginning at 7:30 AM - 10:00 AM in the EDHS Gym. If you were absent during picture day and are going to make-up picture day, please pick up a picture order form in the Student Services Office and sign up for a time slot to have your picture taken. If you are retaking your pictures, you must also sign up for a time slot to have your picture taken and bring your original picture packet with you to exchange. COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY VISITS Sign-ups are available in the Student Services Office Date Time College/University Wednesday-September 27 9:00am Fresno Pacific University Thursday-October 19 8:30am UC Santa Barbara Wednesday-November 8 9:00am Fresno Pacific University Wednesday-November 29 Homeroom Fresno Pacific University SAT Date SAT Subject Tests Available (Find Dates) Registration Deadline November 4, 2017 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date October 5, 2017 December 2, 2017 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date November 2, 2017 March 10, 2018 Register SAT Subject Tests not offered on this date February 9, 2018 May 5, 2018 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date April 6, 2018 June 2, 2018 Register See SAT Subject Tests available on this date May 3, 2018 ACT Test Dates Test Date Registration Deadline (Late Fee Required) October 28, 2017 September 22, 2017 September 23-October 6, 2017 December 9, 2017 November 3, 2017 November 4-17, 2017 February 10, 2018 January 12, 2018 January 13-19, 2018 April 14, 2018 March 9, 2018 March 10-23, 2018 June 9, 2018 May 4, 2018 May 5-18, 2018 July 14, 2018 June 15, 2018 June 16-22, 2018 SENIOR NOTES * ATTENTION SENIORS WHO HAVE NOT TAKEN THEIR PICTURE FOR THE YEARBOOK: There will be a LAST CHANCE opportunity to take your senior picture for the yearbook on Wednesday, October 4, 2017 in the Career Center. Please sign-up in the Student Services Office for a time slot to have your picture taken. * Attention Seniors: El Diamante automatically uploads your GPA to the Cal Grant system electronically. This informs your colleges of your eligibility and qualification for certain grants and monies without you having to complete further forms for the Cal Grant. You do have the option to opt out of sending your GPA to colleges by coming into the student services office by September 28, fill out the OPT OUT form and have parents sign for approval. See your Learning Director if you have any questions. * AES Scholarship Deadline Is Approaching: The deadline for the 12th annual AES Scholarship is October 6, 2017. Visit our website at http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm. * COS Informational Meeting: ATTENTION ALL SENIORS who are planning on attending the College of the Sequoias in the fall. There is a COS Senior Informational Meeting on Thursday, September 28 during homeroom in the Gym. All Senior Homerooms are asked to attend. * Senior Panoramic Picture: Attention all Seniors; It's almost time for the senior panoramic picture. Mark your calendars for Wednesday, October 18, 2017. Seniors should report to your homeroom class, and then go to the gym for the picture. No props, sign hand gestures, etc. Please be careful not to block anyone's face from the pictures. You are expected to dress appropriately (in dress code). Anyone who is inappropriately dressed will not be allowed in the picture * 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. * Attention Class of 2018: While working on college applications this year, we recommend looking into the Wendy's High School Heisman Scholarship. They give out 100 scholarships to students ranging from $1,000 - $10,000. Application deadline is October 2. Visit WendysHeisman.com to learn more. * CASH FOR COLLEGE F.A.F.S.A. NIGHT: SENIORS ONLY - Thursday, October 19th, EDHS Library. Session 1: 5:00- 5:50 pm English language Session 2: 6:00- 6:50 pm Spanish language Session 3: 7:00- 7:50 pm English language You must sign-up in the Student Services Office beginning October 2 to hold your place for a session at this event. Last day to sign up is October 13! Please see attached FAFSA & Dream Act Application Workshop 2018-2019 Checklist. SEE ATTACHMENT FOR ALL SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION CLUB NOTES * Sign Language Club: Meetings every Wednesday in Room 365. Bring your lunch. 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Daily Bulletin Tuesday - September 26, 2017 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 735-3516 Mrs. Stack 735-3501 Mrs. Gates 735-3517 * 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. * The Marines will be on campus on Mondays in the quad area, the Army will be on campus on Tuesdays in front of the Career Center, the Navy will be on campus on Wednesdays in front of the Career Center, and the National Guard will in front of the Career Center to answer any questions you may have. STUDENT NOTES * Attention All Students! Harvest Dance will be on Saturday, October 14th, tickets will be on sale Monday, Oct. 9th. Students may purchase tickets in the Finance office before school, at lunch or after school until 4pm. Prices are as follows: $15 with an ASB sticker, $25 without an ASB Sticker, and $35 per single ticket at the door. *ASB Stickers are available in the Finance Office for $30. Pick up one and start to save! *STUDENTS, YOU MUST HAVE A DANCE CONTRACT IN ORDER TO PURCHASE YOUR DANCE TICKETS AND ATTEND ANY SCHOOL DANCES! * SCICON: Junior & Senior counselors wanted! Please sign-up in the Student Services Office for Scicon Training. YOU MUST ATTEND LEADERSHIP TRAINING ON Friday, October 13th at 8:30am in the career center to qualify. * Academy Night: Are you interested in pursuing a college education at a US Service Academy (Air Force Academy, Merchant Marine Academy, Military Academy-West Point, Naval Academy, and ROTC)? If yes, Congressman Devin Nunes will be hosting an Academy Night on Tuesday, October 17, 2017, from 6:30-7:30pm, at the Clovis Unified School District Professional Development Building in Clovis, CA. This is an opportunity for you and your parents to learn more about the nomination and appointment process. Students and Parents must RSVP before October 13th. Please see Mrs. Rodarte in Student Services for an RSVP form. * 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. * ASVAB Test: Juniors and Seniors: The ASVAB Test will be given here on campus Wednesday, October 25th in the library at 8:30am. If you would like to participate please sign-up in the Student Services office. COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY VISITS Sign-ups are available in the Student Services Office Date Time College/University Wednesday-September 27 9:00am Fresno Pacific University Thursday-October 19 8:30am UC Santa Barbara Wednesday-November 8 9:00am Fresno Pacific University Wednesday-November 29 Homeroom Fresno Pacific University SENIOR NOTES * ATTENTION SENIORS WHO HAVE NOT TAKEN THEIR PICTURE FOR THE YEARBOOK: There will be a LAST CHANCE opportunity to take your senior picture for the yearbook on Wednesday, October 4, 2017 in the Career Center. Please sign-up in the Student Services Office for a time slot to have your picture taken. * Attention Seniors: El Diamante automatically uploads your GPA to the Cal Grant system electronically. This informs your colleges of your eligibility and qualification for certain grants and monies without you having to complete further forms for the Cal Grant. You do have the option to opt out of sending your GPA to colleges by coming into the student services office by September 28, fill out the OPT OUT form and have parents sign for approval. See your Learning Director if you have any questions. * COS Informational Meeting: ATTENTION ALL SENIORS who are planning on attending the College of the Sequoias in the fall. There is a COS Senior Informational Meeting on Thursday, September 28 during homeroom in the Gym. All Senior Homerooms are asked to attend. * Senior Panoramic Picture: Attention all Seniors; It's almost time for the senior panoramic picture. Mark your calendars for Wednesday, October 18, 2017. Seniors should report to your homeroom class, and then go to the gym for the picture. No props, sign hand gestures, etc. Please be careful not to block anyone's face from the pictures. You are expected to dress appropriately (in dress code). Anyone who is inappropriately dressed will not be allowed in the picture * 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. * CASH FOR COLLEGE F.A.F.S.A. NIGHT: SENIORS ONLY - Thursday, October 19th, EDHS Library. Session 1: 5:00- 5:50 pm English language Session 2: 6:00- 6:50 pm Spanish language Session 3: 7:00- 7:50 pm English language You must sign-up in the Student Services Office beginning October 2 to hold your place for a session at this event. Last day to sign up is October 13! Please see attached FAFSA & Dream Act Application Workshop 2018-2019 Checklist. SEE ATTACHMENT FOR ALL SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION CLUB NOTES * Chinese Culture Club: Will be having their first meeting set for every Tuesday at lunch in room 612. All ED students are invited be part of starting something great! * YGI: Attention all Young Gentlemen. There is a YGI meeting scheduled for this Thursday 09/28/2017 during lunch in Mr. Mori's room 306. Please see Mr. Mori if you have any questions! Hope to see you there! * Sign Language Club: Meetings every Wednesday in Room 365. Bring your lunch. SPORTS Week of September 26th-29th Sport Levels Day Date Opponent/Destination Out of Class Bus Leaves Game Time Return Volleyball All Tues. 9/26 Lemoore @ Lemoore 2:30 3:00 4:30 10:00pm Girls' Water Polo All Tues. 9/26 Lemoore @ Lemoore 2:00 2:30 4:30pm (JV) 5:30 (V) TBA Boys' Water Polo All Tues. 9/26 Lemoore @ Lemoore --- 4:00 6:30pm (V) 7:30 (JV) --- Tennis All Wed. 9/27 Redwood @ Redwood 2:00pm 2:30pm 4:00pm --- Boys Water Polo All Wed. 9/27 Hanford West @ Home --- --- 6:30pm (JV) 7:30 (V) --- Girls Water Polo All Wed. 9/27 Hanford West @ Home 3:00pm --- 4:30pm (JV) 5:30 (V) --- Volleyball All Thur. 9/28 Hanford West @ Home 3:00 (Freshman) --- 4:30pm --- Girls Golf All Thur. 9/28 Valley Oak Golf Course 12:00 --- 2:00pm TBA Football Frosh Thur. 9/28 Hanford @ Hanford 2:30 3:00 5:00pm 8:00pm Football JV Fri 9/29 Hanford @ Golden West 2:30pm 3:00pm 5:00pm 10:00pm Football Varsity Fri. 9/29 Hanford @ Golden West --- 4:30pm 7:30pm 11:00pm Cross Country All Fri. 9/29 Golden West @ Cutler Park 1:00pm 1:30pm 3:00pm 6:00 pm Boy's Water Polo Varsity Fri.-Sat 9/29-9/30 Arroyo Grande Tournament All Day TBA TBA TBA Girl's Water Polo Varsity Fri.-Sat 9/29-9/30 Buchanan Tournament 9:30am 10:15am TBA TBA Boy's Water Polo JV Fri.-Sat 9/29-9/30 Clovis JV Tournament 10:30am 11:00am 1:00pm and 4:00pm 6:30pm PARENT NOTES * Attention Parents: To purchase Miner Swag please visit the EDHS Fan store on the EDHS Website. http://vusd.org/ElDiamante To subscribe or unsubscribe to the bulletin http://mailman.visalia.k12.ca.us/mailman/listinfo/edhs-bulletin -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Daily Bulletin Wednesday - September 27, 2017 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 735-3516 Mrs. Stack 735-3501 Mrs. Gates 735-3517 * 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. * The Marines will be on campus on Mondays in the quad area, the Army will be on campus on Tuesdays in front of the Career Center, the Navy will be on campus on Wednesdays in front of the Career Center, and the National Guard will in front of the Career Center to answer any questions you may have. STUDENT NOTES * Tulare County Sheriffs Explorers Program: Is looking for students to join their post. This is a worksite-based program. It is part of a career education program for young men and women who are 14 through 20 years old. Some typical activities include uniformed patrol ride-alongs to observe officers at work, classes on law enforcement topics, and interacting with public during street fairs, parades, or other civic events. This is a fun and interactive group. Come and learn more about it on Friday, Oct 6, during lunch in the library. * Attention All Students! Harvest Dance will be on Saturday, October 14th, tickets will be on sale Monday, Oct. 9th. Students may purchase tickets in the Finance office before school, at lunch or after school until 4pm. Prices are as follows: $15 with an ASB sticker, $25 without an ASB Sticker, and $35 per single ticket at the door. *ASB Stickers are available in the Finance Office for $30. Pick up one and start to save! *STUDENTS, YOU MUST HAVE A DANCE CONTRACT IN ORDER TO PURCHASE YOUR DANCE TICKETS AND ATTEND ANY SCHOOL DANCES! * Academy Night: Are you interested in pursuing a college education at a US Service Academy (Air Force Academy, Merchant Marine Academy, Military Academy-West Point, Naval Academy, and ROTC)? If yes, Congressman Devin Nunes will be hosting an Academy Night on Tuesday, October 17, 2017, from 6:30-7:30pm, at the Clovis Unified School District Professional Development Building in Clovis, CA. This is an opportunity for you and your parents to learn more about the nomination and appointment process. Students and Parents must RSVP before October 13th. Please see Mrs. Rodarte in Student Services for an RSVP form. * 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. * ASVAB Test: Juniors and Seniors: The ASVAB Test will be given here on campus Wednesday, October 25th in the library at 8:30am. If you would like to participate please sign-up in the Student Services office. COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY VISITS Sign-ups are available in the Student Services Office Date Time College/University Wednesday-September 27 9:00am Fresno Pacific University Thursday-October 19 8:30am UC Santa Barbara Wednesday-November 8 9:00am Fresno Pacific University Wednesday-November 29 Homeroom Fresno Pacific University SENIOR NOTES * CSU Application Workshop: Seniors-if you intend to apply to one or more of the CSU campuses, be sure to sign up in the Student Services office for the CSU application workshop, which will be held on Monday, October 9th during the school day in the library. To complete your application, you will need the following: * A copy of your transcript-you can get this from the Student Services office * Test scores-SAT, ACT, AP * Your social security number, if you have one * Your citizenship status * Your parents' citizenship status * Your parents' annual income If you are applying to the Educational Opportunities Program (EOP) you will need your parents' employment background and two recommendations. If you have questions, see Mr. Buenafe. * ATTENTION SENIORS WHO HAVE NOT TAKEN THEIR PICTURE FOR THE YEARBOOK: There will be a LAST CHANCE opportunity to take your senior picture for the yearbook on Wednesday, October 4, 2017 in the Career Center. Please sign-up in the Student Services Office for a time slot to have your picture taken. * Attention Seniors: El Diamante automatically uploads your GPA to the Cal Grant system electronically. This informs your colleges of your eligibility and qualification for certain grants and monies without you having to complete further forms for the Cal Grant. You do have the option to opt out of sending your GPA to colleges by coming into the student services office by September 28, fill out the OPT OUT form and have parents sign for approval. See your Learning Director if you have any questions. * COS Informational Meeting: ATTENTION ALL SENIORS who are planning on attending the College of the Sequoias in the fall. There is a COS Senior Informational Meeting on Thursday, September 28 during homeroom in the Gym. All Senior Homerooms are asked to attend. * Senior Panoramic Picture: Attention all Seniors; It's almost time for the senior panoramic picture. Mark your calendars for Wednesday, October 18, 2017. Seniors should report to your homeroom class, and then go to the gym for the picture. No props, sign hand gestures, etc. Please be careful not to block anyone's face from the pictures. You are expected to dress appropriately (in dress code). Anyone who is inappropriately dressed will not be allowed in the picture * 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. * CASH FOR COLLEGE F.A.F.S.A. NIGHT: SENIORS ONLY - Thursday, October 19th, EDHS Library. Session 1: 5:00- 5:50 pm English language Session 2: 6:00- 6:50 pm Spanish language Session 3: 7:00- 7:50 pm English language You must sign-up in the Student Services Office beginning October 2 to hold your place for a session at this event. Last day to sign up is October 13! Please see attached FAFSA & Dream Act Application Workshop 2018-2019 Checklist. SEE ATTACHMENT FOR ALL SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION CLUB NOTES * Girls Soccer: There will be a MANDATORY girls' soccer meeting on Wednesday, October 4 at lunch in room 310. Any girls wanting to play soccer this season need to attend to receive information about conditioning and tryouts. * YGI: Attention all Young Gentlemen. There is a YGI meeting scheduled for this Thursday 09/28/2017 during lunch in Mr. Mori's room 306. Please see Mr. Mori if you have any questions! Hope to see you there! * Sign Language Club: Meetings every Wednesday in Room 365. Bring your lunch. SPORTS Week of September 26th-29th Sport Levels Day Date Opponent/Destination Out of Class Bus Leaves Game Time Return Tennis All Wed. 9/27 Redwood @ Redwood 2:00pm 2:30pm 4:00pm --- Boys Water Polo All Wed. 9/27 Hanford West @ Home --- --- 6:30pm (JV) 7:30 (V) --- Girls Water Polo All Wed. 9/27 Hanford West @ Home 3:00pm --- 4:30pm (JV) 5:30 (V) --- Volleyball All Thur. 9/28 Hanford West @ Home 3:00 (Freshman) --- 4:30pm --- Girls Golf All Thur. 9/28 Valley Oak Golf Course 12:00 --- 2:00pm TBA Football Frosh Thur. 9/28 Hanford @ Hanford 2:30 3:00 5:00pm 8:00pm Football JV Fri 9/29 Hanford @ Golden West 2:30pm 3:00pm 5:00pm 10:00pm Football Varsity Fri. 9/29 Hanford @ Golden West --- 4:30pm 7:30pm 11:00pm Cross Country All Fri. 9/29 Golden West @ Cutler Park 1:00pm 1:30pm 3:00pm 6:00 pm Boy's Water Polo Varsity Fri.-Sat 9/29-9/30 Arroyo Grande Tournament All Day TBA TBA TBA Girl's Water Polo Varsity Fri.-Sat 9/29-9/30 Buchanan Tournament 9:30am 10:15am TBA TBA Boy's Water Polo JV Fri.-Sat 9/29-9/30 Clovis JV Tournament 10:30am 11:00am 1:00pm and 4:00pm 6:30pm PARENT NOTES * Attention Parents: To purchase Miner Swag please visit the EDHS Fan store on the EDHS Website. http://vusd.org/ElDiamante To subscribe or unsubscribe to the bulletin http://mailman.visalia.k12.ca.us/mailman/listinfo/edhs-bulletin -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Name: FAFSA Checklist Spanish 2018-19.pdf Type: application/pdf Size: 152818 bytes Desc: FAFSA Checklist Spanish 2018-19.pdf URL: From edhs-bulletin at mailman.vusd.org Thu Sep 28 08:27:20 2017 From: edhs-bulletin at mailman.vusd.org (El Diamante High School Daily Bulletin) Date: Thu, 28 Sep 2017 08:27:20 -0700 Subject: EDHS Bulletin 9-28-17 Message-ID: [cid:image005.png at 01D33833.9A538A10][cid:image003.jpg at 01D33833.81266120][cid:image004.png at 01D33833.81266120] El Diamante High School A California Distinguished School & Home of the Miners! Daily Bulletin Thursday - September 28, 2017 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 735-3516 Mrs. Stack 735-3501 Mrs. Gates 735-3517 * 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. * The Marines will be on campus on Mondays in the quad area, the Army will be on campus on Tuesdays in front of the Career Center, the Navy will be on campus on Wednesdays in front of the Career Center, and the National Guard will in front of the Career Center to answer any questions you may have. STUDENT NOTES * Tulare County Sheriffs Explorers Program: Is looking for students to join their post. This is a worksite-based program. It is part of a career education program for young men and women who are 14 through 20 years old. Some typical activities include uniformed patrol ride-alongs to observe officers at work, classes on law enforcement topics, and interacting with public during street fairs, parades, or other civic events. This is a fun and interactive group. Come and learn more about it on Friday, Oct 6, during lunch in the library. * Attention All Students! Harvest Dance will be on Saturday, October 14th, tickets will be on sale Monday, Oct. 9th. Students may purchase tickets in the Finance office before school, at lunch or after school until 4pm. Prices are as follows: $15 with an ASB sticker, $25 without an ASB Sticker, and $35 per single ticket at the door. *ASB Stickers are available in the Finance Office for $30. Pick up one and start to save! *STUDENTS, YOU MUST HAVE A DANCE CONTRACT IN ORDER TO PURCHASE YOUR DANCE TICKETS AND ATTEND ANY SCHOOL DANCES! * Academy Night: Are you interested in pursuing a college education at a US Service Academy (Air Force Academy, Merchant Marine Academy, Military Academy-West Point, Naval Academy, and ROTC)? If yes, Congressman Devin Nunes will be hosting an Academy Night on Tuesday, October 17, 2017, from 6:30-7:30pm, at the Clovis Unified School District Professional Development Building in Clovis, CA. This is an opportunity for you and your parents to learn more about the nomination and appointment process. Students and Parents must RSVP before October 13th. Please see Mrs. Rodarte in Student Services for an RSVP form. * 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. * ASVAB Test: Juniors and Seniors: The ASVAB Test will be given here on campus Wednesday, October 25th in the library at 8:30am. If you would like to participate please sign-up in the Student Services office. * The next SAT test available for registration is November 4, 2017. The registration deadline is October 5, 2017. The late registration (Late Fee Required) deadline is October 17-25, 2017. * The next ACT test available for registration is October 28, 2017. The registration deadline is September 22, 2017. The late registration (Late Fee Required) deadline is September 23-October 6, 2017 COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY VISITS Sign-ups are available in the Student Services Office Date Time College/University Thursday-October 19 8:30am UC Santa Barbara Wednesday-November 8 9:00am Fresno Pacific University Wednesday-November 29 Homeroom Fresno Pacific University SENIOR NOTES * COS Informational Meeting: ATTENTION ALL SENIORS who are planning on attending the College of the Sequoias in the fall. There is a COS Senior Informational Meeting on Thursday, September 28 during homeroom in the Gym. All Senior Homerooms are asked to attend. * CSU Application Workshop: Seniors-if you intend to apply to one or more of the CSU campuses, be sure to sign up in the Student Services office for the CSU application workshop, which will be held on Monday, October 9th during the school day in the library. Space is limited, and will fill up quickly. To complete your application, you will need the following: * A copy of your transcript-you can get this from the Student Services office * Test scores-SAT, ACT, AP * Your social security number, if you have one * Your citizenship status * Your parents' citizenship status * Your parents' annual income If you are applying to the Educational Opportunities Program (EOP) you will need your parents' employment background and two recommendations. If you have questions, see Mr. Buenafe. * CASH FOR COLLEGE F.A.F.S.A. NIGHT: SENIORS ONLY - Thursday, October 19th, EDHS Library. Session 1: 5:00- 5:50 pm English language Session 2: 6:00- 6:50 pm Spanish language Session 3: 7:00- 7:50 pm English language You must sign-up in the Student Services Office beginning October 2 to hold your place for a session at this event. Last day to sign up is October 13! Please see attached FAFSA & Dream Act Application Workshop 2018-2019 Checklist. * 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. * ATTENTION SENIORS WHO HAVE NOT TAKEN THEIR PICTURE FOR THE YEARBOOK: There will be a LAST CHANCE opportunity to take your senior picture for the yearbook on Wednesday, October 4, 2017 in the Career Center. Please sign-up in the Student Services Office for a time slot to have your picture taken. * Attention Seniors: El Diamante automatically uploads your GPA to the Cal Grant system electronically. This informs your colleges of your eligibility and qualification for certain grants and monies without you having to complete further forms for the Cal Grant. You do have the option to opt out of sending your GPA to colleges by coming into the student services office by September 28, fill out the OPT OUT form and have parents sign for approval. See your Learning Director if you have any questions. * Senior Panoramic Picture: Attention all Seniors; It's almost time for the senior panoramic picture. Mark your calendars for Wednesday, October 18, 2017. Seniors should report to your homeroom class, and then go to the gym for the picture. No props, sign hand gestures, etc. Please be careful not to block anyone's face from the pictures. You are expected to dress appropriately (in dress code). Anyone who is inappropriately dressed will not be allowed in the picture * 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 * Class of 2021 (Freshmen): Will be having a class meeting at lunch today (Thursday) to discuss some very important rally information. Meet in Mr. Sheaff's Room 501. * Girls Soccer: There will be a MANDATORY girls' soccer meeting on Wednesday, October 4 at lunch in room 310. Any girls wanting to play soccer this season need to attend to receive information about conditioning and tryouts. * YGI: Attention all Young Gentlemen. There is a YGI meeting scheduled for this Thursday 09/28/2017 during lunch in Mr. Mori's room 306. Please see Mr. Mori if you have any questions! Hope to see you there! * Sign Language Club: Meetings every Wednesday in Room 365. Bring your lunch. SPORTS Sport Levels Day Date Opponent/Destination Out of Class Bus Leaves Game Time Return Volleyball All Thur. 9/28 Hanford West @ Home 3:00 (Freshman) --- 4:30pm --- Girls Golf All Thur. 9/28 Valley Oak Golf Course 12:00 --- 2:00pm TBA Football Frosh Thur. 9/28 Hanford @ Hanford 2:30 3:00 5:00pm 8:00pm Football JV Fri 9/29 Hanford @ Golden West 2:30pm 3:00pm 5:00pm 10:00pm Football Varsity Fri. 9/29 Hanford @ Golden West --- 4:30pm 7:30pm 11:00pm Cross Country All Fri. 9/29 Golden West @ Cutler Park 1:00pm 1:30pm 3:00pm 6:00 pm Boy's Water Polo Varsity Fri.-Sat 9/29-9/30 Arroyo Grande Tournament All Day TBA TBA TBA Girl's Water Polo Varsity Fri.-Sat 9/29-9/30 Buchanan Tournament 9:30am 10:15am TBA TBA Boy's Water Polo JV Fri.-Sat 9/29-9/30 Clovis JV Tournament 10:30am 11:00am 1:00pm and 4:00pm 6:30pm PARENT NOTES * Attention Parents: To purchase Miner Swag please visit the EDHS Fan store on the EDHS Website. http://vusd.org/ElDiamante To subscribe or unsubscribe to the bulletin http://mailman.visalia.k12.ca.us/mailman/listinfo/edhs-bulletin --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://www.avast.com/antivirus -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Name: FAFSA Checklist Spanish 2018-19.pdf Type: application/pdf Size: 152818 bytes Desc: FAFSA Checklist Spanish 2018-19.pdf URL: From edhs-bulletin at mailman.vusd.org Fri Sep 29 08:53:51 2017 From: edhs-bulletin at mailman.vusd.org (El Diamante High School Daily Bulletin) Date: Fri, 29 Sep 2017 08:53:51 -0700 Subject: EDHS Bulletin 9-29-17 Message-ID: [cid:image001.png at 01D33900.78C8DFD0][cid:image002.jpg at 01D33900.78C8DFD0][cid:image003.png at 01D33900.78C8DFD0] El Diamante High School A California Distinguished School & Home of the Miners! Daily Bulletin Friday- September 29, 2017 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 735-3516 Mrs. Stack 735-3501 Mrs. Gates 735-3517 * 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. * The Marines will be on campus on Mondays in the quad area, the Army will be on campus on Tuesdays in front of the Career Center, the Navy will be on campus on Wednesdays in front of the Career Center, and the National Guard will in front of the Career Center to answer any questions you may have. STUDENT NOTES * Tulare County Sheriffs Explorers Program: Is looking for students to join their post. This is a worksite-based program. It is part of a career education program for young men and women who are 14 through 20 years old. Some typical activities include uniformed patrol ride-alongs to observe officers at work, classes on law enforcement topics, and interacting with public during street fairs, parades, or other civic events. This is a fun and interactive group. Come and learn more about it on Friday, Oct 6, during lunch in the library. * Attention All Students! Harvest Dance will be on Saturday, October 14th, tickets will be on sale Monday, Oct. 9th. Students may purchase tickets in the Finance office before school, at lunch or after school until 4pm. Prices are as follows: $15 with an ASB sticker, $25 without an ASB Sticker, and $35 per single ticket at the door. *ASB Stickers are available in the Finance Office for $30. Pick up one and start to save! *STUDENTS, YOU MUST HAVE A DANCE CONTRACT IN ORDER TO PURCHASE YOUR DANCE TICKETS AND ATTEND ANY SCHOOL DANCES! * Academy Night: Are you interested in pursuing a college education at a US Service Academy (Air Force Academy, Merchant Marine Academy, Military Academy-West Point, Naval Academy, and ROTC)? If yes, Congressman Devin Nunes will be hosting an Academy Night on Tuesday, October 17, 2017, from 6:30-7:30pm, at the Clovis Unified School District Professional Development Building in Clovis, CA. This is an opportunity for you and your parents to learn more about the nomination and appointment process. Students and Parents must RSVP before October 13th. Please see Mrs. Rodarte in Student Services for an RSVP form. * 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. * ASVAB Test: Juniors and Seniors: The ASVAB Test will be given here on campus Wednesday, October 25th in the library at 8:30am. If you would like to participate please sign-up in the Student Services office. * The next SAT test available for registration is November 4, 2017. The registration deadline is October 5, 2017. The late registration (Late Fee Required) deadline is October 17-25, 2017. * The next ACT test available for registration is October 28, 2017. The registration deadline is September 22, 2017. The late registration (Late Fee Required) deadline is September 23-October 6, 2017 COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY VISITS Sign-ups are available in the Student Services Office Date Time College/University Thursday-October 19 8:30am UC Santa Barbara Wednesday-November 8 9:00am Fresno Pacific University Wednesday-November 29 Homeroom Fresno Pacific University SENIOR NOTES * COS Application Workshop: Seniors--There will be a COS Application Workshop with a representative from COS on Tuesday, October 24, 2017 in the Library. Please sign-up in Student Services office. Space is limited, and will fill up quickly. * CSU Application Workshop: Seniors-if you intend to apply to one or more of the CSU campuses, be sure to sign up in the Student Services office for the CSU application workshop, which will be held on Monday, October 9th during the school day in the library. Space is limited, and will fill up quickly. To complete your application, you will need the following: * A copy of your transcript-you can get this from the Student Services office * Test scores-SAT, ACT, AP * Your social security number, if you have one * Your citizenship status * Your parents' citizenship status * Your parents' annual income If you are applying to the Educational Opportunities Program (EOP) you will need your parents' employment background and two recommendations. If you have questions, see Mr. Buenafe. * CASH FOR COLLEGE F.A.F.S.A. NIGHT: SENIORS ONLY - Thursday, October 19th, EDHS Library. Session 1: 5:00- 5:50 pm English language Session 2: 6:00- 6:50 pm Spanish language Session 3: 7:00- 7:50 pm English language You must sign-up in the Student Services Office beginning October 2 to hold your place for a session at this event. Last day to sign up is October 13! Please see attached FAFSA & Dream Act Application Workshop 2018-2019 Checklist. * 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. * ATTENTION SENIORS WHO HAVE NOT TAKEN THEIR PICTURE FOR THE YEARBOOK: There will be a LAST CHANCE opportunity to take your senior picture for the yearbook on Wednesday, October 4, 2017 in the Career Center. Please sign-up in the Student Services Office for a time slot to have your picture taken. * Senior Panoramic Picture: Attention all Seniors; It's almost time for the senior panoramic picture. Mark your calendars for Wednesday, October 18, 2017. Seniors should report to your homeroom class, and then go to the gym for the picture. No props, sign hand gestures, etc. Please be careful not to block anyone's face from the pictures. You are expected to dress appropriately (in dress code). Anyone who is inappropriately dressed will not be allowed in the picture * 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 * PTSA: Please join us at our meeting on Monday, October 2nd in the career center at 6:00pm. * Club STRONG: There will be a meeting on Thursday (Oct 5, 2017) at lunch in room 502. If you plan to attend the field trip, you MUST be present at this meeting. * CSF: October meeting on Tuesday, Oct 3 at lunch in gym. * Girls Soccer: There will be a MANDATORY girls' soccer meeting on Wednesday, October 4 at lunch in room 310. Any girls wanting to play soccer this season need to attend to receive information about conditioning and tryouts. * Sign Language Club: Meetings every Wednesday in Room 365. Bring your lunch. SPORTS Sport Levels Day Date Opponent/Destination Out of Class Bus Leaves Game Time Return Football JV Fri 9/29 Hanford @ Golden West 2:30pm 3:00pm 5:00pm 10:00pm Football Varsity Fri. 9/29 Hanford @ Golden West --- 4:30pm 7:30pm 11:00pm Cross Country All Fri. 9/29 Golden West @ Cutler Park 1:00pm 1:30pm 3:00pm 6:00 pm Boy's Water Polo Varsity Fri.-Sat 9/29-9/30 Arroyo Grande Tournament All Day TBA TBA TBA Girl's Water Polo Varsity Fri.-Sat 9/29-9/30 Buchanan Tournament 9:30am 10:15am TBA TBA Boy's Water Polo JV Fri.-Sat 9/29-9/30 Clovis JV Tournament 10:30am 11:00am 1:00pm and 4:00pm 6:30pm PARENT NOTES * Attention Parents: To purchase Miner Swag please visit the EDHS Fan store on the EDHS Website. http://vusd.org/ElDiamante To subscribe or unsubscribe to the bulletin http://mailman.visalia.k12.ca.us/mailman/listinfo/edhs-bulletin --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://www.avast.com/antivirus -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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