SRVUSD COLLEGE FAIR

October 25 at California High School

Over 100 universities and institutions will be represented at SRVUSD's College and Career Fair for SRVUSD's juniors and seniors. This event is co-sponsored by all of our high schools and will be at Cal High, Wednesday, October 25 from 6-8 p.m. (click here and scroll down for more info). Link to the list of colleges attending here!

Volunteers needed for the college fair, please help here! 

ORDERING GRADUATION ITEMS

Jostens will be in front of The Commons during lunch Wednesday, October 25 to accept orders for graduation items (cap & gown, announcements, etc.) from our seniors. Please ask your senior to share the info presented to them this past Thursday by Jostens, or check their website for more information. Orders can also be made online. Deadline is October 25.

ELAC MEETING

Please join us for our next ELAC meeting on Thursday, October 26, at 5:30 PM in our DVHS Library. All students, parents, guardians, caregivers, staff, and community members are welcome to attend our meeting. Here is the agenda. All attendees will be entered in a raffle for free tickets to an upcoming DVHS event! We look forward to seeing you all there.

 DVHS DRAMA

Next week, DVHS Drama will present Radium Girls at the DV Performing Arts Center Theatre. In 1926, radium was a miracle cure, Madame Curie was an international celebrity, and luminous watches the latest rage – until the girls who painted them began to fall ill with a mysterious disease. Written with warmth and humor, Radium Girls is a fast-moving, highly theatrical ensemble piece. The show runs Thursday - Saturday, October 26-28 at 7 p.m. Go to DVHS Drama for tickets.

WINTER SPORTS 

Winter Sports begin Monday, October 30, 2023. You can find the try-out information here. All student athletes who want to try-out must be cleared in Athletic Clearance. This should be done as soon as possible.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

The DVHS Music Boosters is looking for assistance with the Pep Band during the Oct. 27 home football game. Sign Up Here! Also, chaperones are needed for one of the most popular DVHS Band traditions, performing at SRVUSD elementary school Halloween parades. Sign up here to help on Oct. 31. Please note, you must have current clearance through "Be A Mentor".

WILDCATS BLANKETS

Fall weather is upon us and the very popular Wildcat Blankets are back.  Snuggle up with the softest blanket ever and show off your Wildcat spirit!  

PTSA MEETING

Nov 14th, 7pm at the DVHS library

Speakers: 

1. Alumni Ambassador of a profound college, Kanon Armstrong 

2. Our very own students perspectives of what to look out in high school to build your resume

Your copy should address 3 key questions: Who am I writing for? (Audience) Why should they care? (Benefit) What do I want them to do here? (Call-to-Action)

Create a great offer by adding words like "free" "personalized" "complimentary" or "customized." A sense of urgency often helps readers take an action, so think about inserting phrases like "for a limited time only" or "only 7 remaining"!

Willie’s Last Touchdown



Hey Wildcats! We are thrilled to announce that we are hosting Willie’s Last Touchdown - a pre-senior night social which will be from 4:30 to 6:15 PM on October 27th near the DVHS stadium! All families in SRVUSD are invited, and there will be activities (such as henna), food trucks, and games to play before the football game starts! Admission is free!

DVHS Athletic Booster

Our Fall Sports are near the end of their seasons. It’s been fun seeing our athletes in action. Good luck!! Thank you to everyone for supporting our athletes and programs.

Fall Team Donations

Thank you to all our parents who have made donations to our athlete’s teams. Congratulations to our Cross Country and Men’s Water Polo teams for hitting the bonus! Your teams will receive a bonus of $500 from Athletic Boosters. Way to go!

• If you still want to donate and help your team hit the bonus, you can donate now: FUTURE FUNDS

SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS:

Greenlight Simulation - Diamond Sponsor

Chauhan Family - Silver Sponsor

Shikha Kapur - Silver Sponsor

Athletic Booster Sponsor

Show the community your Wildcat pride! Advertising opportunities are available in the gym and stadium by becoming an Athletic Booster sponsor. Information available on the DVHS Athletic Boosters Website.

Matching Funds

Double your team donation to your sports program! Many employers match. Please refer to the Matching Funds page on the Athletic Boosters website.

Crab Feed

• Our annual Crab Feed will be on Friday, March 8, 2024. Please save the date for our biggest fundraiser of the year! We will need lots of help to make this a successful event!
• We are always looking for volunteers to help with planning so please contact: Hyon Yang [email protected]

Athletic Boosters Meeting

Join us for our next meeting on Monday, November 6, 5:30 pm in the DVHS Library. A representative from each team needs to attend for each team to be eligible for Coaches Grants.  

Red Ribbon Week: Oct 23 - 31

It is the nation’s largest and longest-running substance use prevention program. It started in

1988, when the first one was organized by National Family Partnership or NFP (a national

leader in drug prevention education & advocacy).

Read more at https://www.redribbon.org/about

DVHS PTSA supports efforts by government and non-government organizations that seek to

educate parents, teens, teachers, and caregivers about issues related to substance abuse.

Accordingly, each day of this week, we will bring to your attention some information –

compiled by other reliable organizations – to create awareness about the problems related to

different kinds of substance abuse as well the resources you can access if you want to help

anyone within your family or in the larger community.

This year’s theme is “Be Kind To Your Mind. Live Drug Free.™”

Know the Risks of Using Drugs

From Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration

[https://www.samhsa.gov/adult-drug-use]

Young adults ages 18-25 have the highest rates of drug use across the board. This includes –

marijuana, cocaine, methamphetamine, as well as prescription drugs and illicit opioids. And

drug use among adults ages 26-49 is on the rise.

Different drugs pose different dangers. Drug use can lead to dependence and addiction,

injury and accidents, health problems, sleep issues, and more. Drug use affects you and

those close to you. Know there is help.

Cocaine: Highly addictive, cocaine is involved in nearly one in five overdose

deaths; its health effects include asthma, bowel decay, and increased risk of

HIV.

Methamphetamine (Meth): Meth causes devastating health effects, and

sometimes death, even on the first try. Meth speeds up the body’s systems to

dangerous levels. Chronic users experience anxiety, confusion, insomnia,

paranoia, aggression, and more.

Prescription and illicit opioids: Highly addictive, the substances are the top

cause of overdose deaths; health effects include confusion, nausea,

constipation, coma, and brain damage.

Marijuana: Even though it is legal in many states, studies link marijuana use

to various negative outcomes.

Substance abuse has far-reaching effects on physical and mental health, relationships, education, and overall well-being. It affects people of all ages, races, and backgrounds.

Key Points for Parents:

Awareness is the First Step: Recognize that no family is immune to the challenges of drug abuse. It's essential for parents to stay informed about the risks and warning signs.

Open Communication: Create a safe and judgment-free space for your teens to discuss their concerns and experiences. Encourage them to ask questions and share their feelings.

Education: Understand the various drugs, their effects, and the dangers associated with them. Knowledge empowers parents to have informed conversations.

Positive Role Modeling: Be a role model for healthy and drug-free living. Your actions and attitudes will influence your children.

Building Resilience: Help your teens develop emotional resilience to cope with life's challenges without turning to drugs.

Activities and Hobbies: Encourage your children to engage in sports, arts, or other activities they are passionate about. This can provide a healthy outlet for their energy and emotions.

Peer Relationships: Discuss the importance of choosing friends who share their commitment to a drug-free lifestyle.

Know the Signs: Be aware of any behavioral changes, declining school performance, or sudden shifts in friends, as these could be indicators of drug-related issues.

As parents, our commitment to promoting a drug-free lifestyle can make a profound difference in our children's lives and the future of our communities. Together, we can support our teens, prevent drug abuse, and foster a healthier, brighter future.

ADVOCACY DAY

As a parent, educator or community member who is interested in

important issues that impact our children and our schools, you'd want

to know about opportunities that could benefit our communities. That's

why the Las Trampas Creek, Pleasanton and San Ramon Valley Councils of

PTAs are excited to invite you to our annual event, the PTA Advocacy

Day for Education.

When: Friday, Oct. 27, 2023 from 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM PDT

Where: San Ramon Community Center

             12501 Alcosta Blvd. San Ramon, CA, 94583

We are hoping to help our families and schools come together so we can

all help our children thrive. Because after all...It's about the kids.

Tentative Agenda for Advocacy Day 2023:

* Continental Breakfast

* Keynote Speaker

* Superintendents Panel

* Lunch included

* "Boots On The Ground" Panel featuring teachers, students & parents

* Mental Health Panel featuring school counselors and health professionals

* Call To Action Information & Activities

For more information and to register for Advocacy Day, go to

https://www.srvcouncilpta.org/advocacy-day. We hope you will join us for

this informative event for the benefit of all our kids and families.

SRVUSD is accepting applications for the Facilities Oversight and Advisory Committee (FOAC)

The   application to serve on the Facilities Oversight and Advisory Committee (FOAC) for San Ramon Valley Unified School District (SRVUSD) is now open. The  application must be submitted by Friday, November 3, 2023. 

The  Facilities Oversight and Advisory Committee fulfills the promise to voters that the expenditure of Measure D bond funds are scrutinized by an independent citizens’ oversight committee. These volunteer community members meet regularly throughout the year to review projects and expenditures related to the Measure D voter approved specific projects.

The charge of the FOAC is to:

• Provide oversight of Measure D facilities bond projects and expenditures;
• Review financial and performance audits and submit an annual report to the Board of Education;

The FOAC consists of at least seven (7) members, who are appointed by the SRVUSD Board of Education and shall serve for a term of at least two (2) years, without compensation, and for no more than three (3) consecutive terms. The membership will reflect the SRVUSD community. Education Code 15278 requires that representation be comprised as follows:

• One member shall be active in a business organization representing the business community located within the school district.
• One member shall be active in a senior citizens’ organization.
• One member shall be active in a bona fide taxpayers’ organization.
• One member shall be the parent or guardian of a child enrolled in the school district.
• One member shall be both a parent or guardian of a child enrolled in the school district and active in a parent-teacher organization, such as the Parent Teacher Association or school site council.

All information on the Facilities Oversight and Advisory Committee, as well as a list of current members, can be found here: https://www.srvusd.net/foac 

DVHS Library News

The DVHS library has had a GREAT start to the school year! We’ve had 5,231 check-outs since the start of school! Wow! 

Library Services students and volunteers have worked hard on a variety of displays to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and more! Now, we’re prepping for spooky Halloween fun, including hosting the staff Haunted House building competition, and the ofrendas created by the Spanish 4 Honors students will be here at the end of the month! 

Wildcats! A few announcements: 



1. Come visit! Our hours are M/Tu/Th/F- 7:45am-4:15pm, W- 9:15 am-4:15pm.
2. Sora, our awesome ebook collection is still available! We’ve also added hundreds of stellar new titles to our print collection just for you! Please come by and check them out! 

How can you help support the DVHS library? There are a few ways! 

1. We have an Amazon Wish List that we update frequently. Everything from bookmarks to games, school supplies, and, of course, books! Items get sent directly to us.  
2. Make a donation via the Future Fund 100% of the donation comes directly to the library. 
3. Do you have any gently used AP/SAT/ACT/College prep books that are no longer needed? We’d love any issues from 2020 onward! You can drop them off in the front office or send them with your student.  

Lastly, we would like to offer our sincerest thanks to families who donated to the DVHS Library during registration. Your donations will be used this year, for your student(s). Without donations, we could not thrive to the capacity that we do! If you did not get a chance to make a donation or want to donate again, it’s not too late! Please visit the FutureFund website to donate.

Please reach out with any questions! We are here to serve the fabulous patrons of the amazing DVHS community! 

Sincerely,

Mrs. Knapp Ms. Hussenet Annalisa Raphael 

[email protected] [email protected] [email protected] 

Teacher Librarian Teacher Librarian Library Media Coordinator

C.O.P.E Family Support Center



This fall, through our partnership with C.O.P.E. Family Support Center, SRVUSD parents/caregivers can attend a series of virtual seminars. The next seminar, Coping with School Refusal, will be on Monday, November 6. Learn more and register today

ATTENDANCE POLICIES



If your student needs to leave early, a parent/caregiver must call the attendance line before 9:00 a.m. Please state your students ID number, first and last name, the time they will be leaving campus and the reason for the early dismissal. Students need to come to the front office to obtain an Off Campus Pass either before school at brunch or lunch. Then, at the designated time, they can show the pass to their teacher and come sign out in the front office. Students are not allowed to leave their classroom without a pass. We will not call the classroom to have your student dismissed. If students do not sign out, it will result in a cut on their attendance record. For more information regarding attendance, please see the attendance page on the DVHS website:  DVHS Attendance Procedures

YEARBOOK PHOTO SUBMISSIONS

Have you or someone you know traveled over the summer? Consider submitting your photos to HJEshare to be included in the yearbook! Summer is a time for relaxation, pursuing goals, and time with family and friends, so we hope to represent the things worth celebrating in the yearbook. Go to https://hjeshare.com/eShare/ (code 12540) to submit your photos. We look forward to covering your summer memories for other people to see!

DISNEY GRAD NITE

Our senior Grad Nite at Disneyland is on May 17, 2024! Registration is open until Tuesday, September 26, 2023. If you do not register by 9/26, you will be placed on the WAITLIST. Go to https://secure.istours.net/travsignup/triptype.cfm to register now! Take a look at this flier for more information.

The trip can be paid in full or in $100 monthly payments with the total trip cost being $529. The full payment is due by February 28, 2024. If you miss a payment date, you will be placed on the waitlist.

Registration instructions: Go to secure.istours.net/travsignup/triptype.cfm, and click GRADNITE.

Enter our zip code (94582), school name (Dougherty Valley High School), and graduation date (6/6/2024)

Select our group (Dougherty Valley High) & trip and click continue.

Enter your personal information

Enter your payment information and confirm your registration!

TICKET SOURCE FOR DVHS PAID EVENTS

DVHS will be using GoFan for paid evening events this school year. This includes athletic games, choral performances, drama performances and dance shows. You can access our school account by visiting this link. For away league athletic games, schools will be using GoFan as well. 

BIKE RACKS



DVHS offers two areas for bikes or scooters to be locked up. The first area is between the 4000 building and the CTE building along the back road of the school. The second area is between the main gym and auxiliary gym. Please note that DVHS is not responsible for lost or stolen bikes or scooters. 

STUDENT DROP-OFF/PICK-UP

It is important that everyone uses caution on the streets and in our parking lot. DVHS will have 3,300 individuals coming to campus at the start of each day. By law, fire lanes MUST BE CLEAR AT ALL TIMES and cannot be used for pick-up or drop-off; This is considered a civil code violation. Please plan for morning drop-off delays. Click here to see more information regarding traffic and student safety information. Below is a map of the drop-off routes.

Students driving to school will need to purchase a parking permit through the Webstore. Cars that don’t display a valid DVHS parking permit will be ticketed beginning Monday, August 28. It is important to allow extra time in the morning so students can make it to class on time.

*There will be heavy traffic every morning; please allow extra time to get to school.

LOCKERS

As in years past, lockers will be distributed to students via this Google form.  FYI –  Lockers are optional and if your student would like a locker, they must bring their own lock. As per DVHS tradition, each one of our buildings houses a class of students (Freshmen-4000; Sophomores-3000; Juniors-2000; Seniors-1000). Due to the large number of incoming freshmen, we will have our freshmen partner with each other (2 to a locker) in order to have locker access.  There are sufficient lockers in the 1000, 2000, and 3000 buildings for some sophomores, juniors, and seniors to be assigned their own individual locker (2nd floor only). Those who wish to have 1st floor lockers will need to have a locker partner. 

SCHOOL LUNCH

All students will have access to free breakfast and lunch this year. Students will need to input their School ID number for every meal. Students will be able to eat in the outdoor campus areas. The Commons will be open for seating after textbooks have been distributed. Eating in the school building hallways is prohibited (except during inclement weather). We are excited to announce the addition of over 200 more seats for our students, thanks to the purchase of new tables and benches funded by parent generosity via the DVHS Ed Fund.. Thank you families for your support. 

DVHS PTSA Membership

Did you know that your donations to the DVHS PTSA are eligible for corporate matching programs? You can help the PTSA earn more money to support our students and school community simply by taking advantage of such programs if your employer has one. Go to our page on the Benevity portal for more info: https://causes.benevity.org/content/dougherty-valley-high-school-ptsa.

And if you haven’t yet joined the PTSA, visit our webpage to learn more and join today: https://dvhs.srvusd.net/StudentsFamilies/PTSA/index.html 

Parents of 2022 Graduates: You're welcome to stay on the high school list, but if you'd prefer to stop receiving newsletters and school updates, click on the Update Profile link in the council newsletter and uncheck any lists you no longer want to hear from. We encourage you to subscribe to an Alumni Parent list or follow the DVHS PTSA on Social Media.