APRIL 2024
Danville Area High School
Newsletter
VOLUME 8
inside this issue
DAHS spring sports are gearing up for the beginning of their seasons
DAHS Fire Club holds an event to promote fire safety and their organization
A DAHS student wins a Transition program award
Other important items and information shared about what is going on at DHS
Rounding 3rd and Heading Home!
Although it hasn’t felt like it recently, Spring has arrived and so has the 4th and final Marking Period of the school year. And with that, te DHS Spring Calendar is quickly filling up with important events and activities.
If you missed it, Report Cards for the 3rd Marking Period were posted to Sapphire Community Portal. Please take time to log in and view your student’s progress. After doing so, be sure to contact your student’s teachers with any questions or concerns.
Prom is upon us as well. On Friday, we will hold a special assembly for all DHS students who plan to attend the Prom. Our guests from Fellerman & Ciarimboli Law will talk to students about
making good decisions on Prom Night.
Student testing will begin to take center stage for many students in April and May. Our Spanish students will be taking the National Spanish Exams in mid-April while some of our Ag students will participate in the NOCTI exams during that time frame. The AP Testing Window will take place from May 6 - 16. The Keystone Exams in Algebra, Literature, and Biology are scheduled for May 13 - 24.
As always, please feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns regarding your student’s progress. Thank you!
- Dr. Lee Gump
2024 Schloss Transition Award Winner
Mr. Varholak & Ms. Latsha-KEEFER
Please congratulate Conner Geise for winning the 2024 Schloss Transition Award through the Columbia Montour Transition Alliance for demonstrating a strong personal work ethic and commitment to preparation for adult life. Conner worked hard to complete and submit an application to apply for the award. He attended the Transition Conference at Bloomsburg University on March 12th where he was awarded a plaque and check.
Juniors and Seniors attended the Columbia Montour Transition Conference on March 12, 2024. Students started the conference with an exciting Keynote Message from John Perricone an inspirational speaker, author, and teacher. Students attended sessions focused on post-secondary education, employment, and independent living to assist with planning for life after high school. Students enjoyed the conference! Congratulations Conner!
old City bagel Coop
Mr. Varholak & ms. kline
Nate Will Be Helping Out Abby & Kayla Every Wednesday And Thursday From 8-12. Be sure to come visit1
Nate loves going to work and seeing new and familiar faces. He decorates the bags for customers and always puts a smile on his face!
Thank You, Suncom For partnering with OCB Co. We are beyond grateful!
Veterinary Science class visits SPCA
Mr. Varholak & Alivia Hosterman
Every Wednesday the Honors Animal Veterinary Science class visits the local SPCA. Sophomore Nicholas Willoughby fills kongs for the shelter dogs to keep them occupied. Students also interacted with Remy (dog) and Murphy (cat) petting and playing with them. Ag Teacher Van Wagner said going to the SPCA “helps students gain hands-on animal care experiences they can take with them into college and the workforce.”
Photo and Caption credit: Alivia Hosterman
DaHS hostS Blood drive in gymnasium
Mr. Varholak & Yearbook
Junior Isabella Stem donates blood for the first time on March 21st during the bi-anual blood drive, organized by senior Alaina Soza and junior Ella Diehl with Miller Keystone. “I wanted to donate to help people. It seemed fun and I wanted to be a part of it” Stem said. The blood drive was held in the High School gymnasium with a canteen where people who donated blood could get snacks and drinks afterwards.
Photo and Caption credit: Emma Wilson
8th grader move up event
Yearbook
DHS welcomed the class of 2028 to transition day on March 11th. Clubs set up stands in the gym for the 8th graders to explore the activities available to them next year.
Photo credit: Azlyn Girardi
Caption credit: Alivia Hosterman
fire club hosts event
yearbook
After crawling through the smoke maze erected in the boy’s locker room of the field house, junior Natalyn English takes off the turnout gear provided by local fire stations: East End, Continental, Washies, Friendship, Southside, and Valley. English said, “I enjoyed getting to see what it’s like in the event of being in a smokey building.” Social studies teacher and fire club advisor Devon Francke organized the event with help from Lt. Eric Frantz of East End. Junior Chase Miller said the activity was “good practice because everyone is susceptible to unpredictable events. Better to be safe than sorry.”
Photo and Caption credit: Alivia Hosterman
danville loves their DAHS staff
Mr. Varholak & Yearbook
On Saturday, March 23 sophomore Jacob Marks attempts to shoot on E-learning teacher Brent Sample during the SPM students versus faculty game. This game helped raise money and spread awareness for mental health initiatives in the community. "I wanted to play in the game because it sounded fun and it was for a good cause. I brought an extra person to the team and 5 more points to help" Marks said. For the second year in a row, the students won by three points.
Photo and caption credit: Leah Daye
sga IS SELLING gRADUATION fLOWERS
Graduation flowers can now be ordered for your graduate. These are sponsored by DAHS student government. Preorder, and you can pick them up in the stadium at graduation! Choose from 3 styles!
Orders must be placed by May 15th
Cash or Check made payable to the SGA
Option 1: 6 roses (orange) with purple statice - $25.00
Option 2: 3 roses (orange) with purple statice - $15.00
Option 3: Mixed bouquet, 2 roses, 2 carnations,
2 mini carnations, 1lily and purple statice - $25.00
YEARBOOK & SGA
order
here
DAHS Spring Sports
mr. Varholak & yearbook
The 2023-2024 spring sports programs:
- Boys / Girls Track
- Boys Baseball
- Girls Softball
- Boys / Girls Lacrosse
- Boys Tennis
The teams are off and running and are well into their spring schedules. Please come and join us as we cheer them on.
Use the QR code in order to access the athletics schedules for the spring sports programs!
Assessment Calendar
April 1 - 12 | National Spanish Exam |
May 7 - 18 | Keystone Exams |
May 13 - 24 | AP Testing Window |
May 30 - June 4 | Final Exams |
Helpful test taking tips, brought to you by: Harvard Division of Continuing Education
Test Taking Tips for Families
From the Guidance Office
April Highlights
From the Office of Special Education
February Highlights
From the Office of Special Education
April Highlights
- The Danville High School is hosting a Transition Fair on April 12, 2024, from 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM. Students and parents will be invited to attend the fair to gain information on support and resources focused on post-secondary education, employment, and independent living.
- Upcoming: Autism Acceptance Month throughout the month of April
TRANSITION
EVENT
Danville Area High School
Upcoming Events
DASD Schools Closed
Memorial Day
5/27
5/28
Senior class trip/senior sunset
VALEDICTION
High School Auditorium 7:00pm
5/30
6/4
3 Hour Early Dismissal
Last Day of School
Professional Development day #8
6/5
Graduation
Ironmen Stadium 7:00pm
6/7
for more information:
VOLUME 8
733 Ironmen Lane
Danville, PA 17821
570-271-3268, ext. 1100
https://www.danvillesd.org/
APRIL 2024