DVHS PTSA Association Meeting – Sep 19, 2023

We are thrilled to invite you to our very first PTSA General Association Meeting of the year, scheduled for September 19, 2023, at 7:00 PM in the DVHS Library. This meeting promises to be an enriching experience, featuring a presentation focused on essential topics such as time management strategies, student wellness, and counseling support.

Please participate in the below questionnaire form by Sep13th:

Questionnaire on Time Management, Student Wellness, and Counseling Support

Your responses will help us address specific concerns and topics that are of most interest to you during the presentation. 

Event Details:

• Date: September 19, 2023
• Time: 7:00 PM
• Location: DVHS Library
• Topic: "Time Management: Nurturing Student Wellness and Academic Success”
• Agenda: PTSA official business, Leadership Students update, Presentation on the above topic and Q&A session with our speakers
• Speakers: Evan Powell DVHS Principal, Tatum Villa, DV Student Support Counselor & Catherine Perez DV Wellness Center Coordinator

Thank you for taking the time to complete this questionnaire. Your input is invaluable in helping us address your concerns and ensure that our presentation is informative and relevant to your needs.

DVHS Library News

We hope your school year is going well, 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

DVHS Music Booster



Pancake Breakfast is coming up next week! All our music students will be performing while our volunteers serve plates of delicious hot pancakes. This is our biggest fundraiser of the year!

Please join us on Saturday, September 16, from 8:00 to 10:30 AM. We need volunteers for setup, cooking, serving, and cleanup. Click here to sign up for volunteering and donations. Tickets are available on our future fund. - $10 per person, $5 for Elementary students, and free for children 5 and under. Tickets are included in the Platinum Level.

Band, Orchestra & Choir Fall Concerts - October 9 to 12

Senior Parents Night

Senior Parents,

Please join the DVHS Counselors on Monday, September 18 at 6:30 PM in the DVHS Theater to hear information on the college application process. We will cover information about deadlines, ways we support your senior student, letter of recommendations, and more!

We look forward to seeing you there!

DVHS Counselors

Understanding the New Digital SAT and PSAT

DVHS Families,

This is a last minute opportunity provided by Revolution Prep. Please take advantage if you are able.This is good for both parents and students.

Understanding the New Digital SAT and PSAT: Tuesday, September 12, 2023 – 6-7pm PT Register here 

2023-24 Advanced Placement Exams Information

Please click here for information regarding AP Exams

Registration Deadline: October 6, 2023

• AP® Exam Calendar 2024
• AP® Exam Site Security Regulations
• AP® Exam FAQs
• Submit AP® Exam Fees

DVHS Athletic Booster

Thank you to all of you who supported us during registration. If you didn’t get a chance you can DONATE NOW.

Pep Band DVHS football field - Fridays, September 22 & 29, October 13 & 27

GO WILDCATS!! 

Student Leadership



Homecoming is coming! The homecoming spirit week will take place from October 9th - October 13th.

The Homecoming Rally will be after school on October 13th followed by the Homecoming Football Game at 7:00pm

The Homecoming Dance is on 10/14/23 from 7pm-10pm and TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE! Here’s what you need to know:



We will be selling tickets via GoFan (unless you are purchasing a guest ticket, which must be done at the bookkeeper’s office; more info below). You will use a mobile device to enter the dance along with your photo ID. If you do not have a mobile device, you will still need to bring a photo ID and a copy of your receipt so we can check you in manually.

CLICK HERE to purchase your ticket. If you have ASB, your 6 digit ID number is your ACCESS CODE so you can purchase the ASB-priced ticket.

Non ASB card holders will purchase GENERAL ADMISSION tickets.

Ticket pricing (price changes begin at 12am on dates listed; price ranges subject to change after 9/11):

• Tuesday, September 5th - Sunday, September 11: ASB: $17 // Regular: $34 // Guest: $66
• Monday, September 12th - Sunday, September 24th: ASB: $34 // Regular: $55 // Guest: $73
• Monday, September 24th - Wednesday, October 11*: ASB: $45 // Regular: $68 // Guest: $80

*Limited tickets MAY be available at the door for DV students only for $100.

Notes:

• FREE drinks and light snacks will be provided.
• Food trucks will be selling food and we recommend bringing a debit or credit card to purchase food. Full list of food trucks will be revealed a week before the dance. The food trucks this year are not included in the ticket price, in order to cut down on the chaos of the lines and food waste.
• The dance attire is semi-formal.
• GUEST PASSES must be turned in to the bookkeeper's office. Guest tickets can only be purchased from the bookkeeper's office.
• You can find updated dance info here.

Guest Passes:

Guest tickets MUST be purchased in person at the bookkeeper’s office along with turning in a signed guest pass. Click here to download the guest pass. The deadline to turn in the guest pass and purchase a guest ticket is 10/9/23.

Hope to see you all at the dance!

Access period Request form

The current progress reporting period will end on Friday, September 15th, and now is a great time to check your student’s Schoology account and talk with them about their learning. This can include questions like, what is going well? What are your struggles? What are you surprised about this year? Additionally, having students use the Wednesday and Thursday Access time for help from their teachers is highly recommended. The Academic Leadership tutors will be available for students beginning next week; this will include free tutoring during B period on Tuesday and Thursdays in the commons and tutors will be available during some class periods (teacher discretion) and students can sign up tutoring during their Access period by clicking here.

Parents Tips for Social Media

During the incoming family presentation and back to school night presentation, there was mention of families monitoring student cell phones and social media. We are seeing an increase in unkind behavior through text messages and social media apps. Families, we need your help in monitoring the language and behavior on student devices. Common Sense Media has really good articles for families to read on the Parent Tips and FAQ tab. Truly, we are asking for students to be respectful and not use hurtful language towards others; everyone benefits when kindness happens. 

PROP 28 Funds - Visual and Performing Arts meeting

There will be a Visual and Performing Arts meeting for our community (families and students) on Wednesday, September 13th at 8:00 a.m. in room PA 132 to discuss the spending of funds through Prop 28. Please sign in and get a visitor badge in the office before attending the meeting. 

SRVUSD Roadmap for the Future

The integrated design firm LPA Design Studios has partnered with San Ramon Valley USD (SRVUSD) to create a roadmap for the next 15 years and beyond through a Districtwide Long-Range Facilities Development Planning process. The design team has begun working on conceptual design through collaboration with SRVUSD’s educators and campus site admin. SRVUSD is asking for the highest levels of community engagement to ensure all voices are heard.



There will be a Town Hall for the Dougherty Valley and our area schools on Wednesday, September 13th from 5:30 pm until 7:30 pm in the DVHS Commons.

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. 

Our senior Grad Nite at Disneyland is on May 17, 2024! Registration is open until September 26th, 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 flyer 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.

INSTRUCTIONS TO REGISTER:

1. Go to https://secure.istours.net/travsignup/triptype.cfm, and click BOOK NOW.

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

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

4. Enter your personal information.

5. Enter your payment information and confirm your registration!

If you have any questions, email [email protected]

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.