Non-Profit Organization U.S. Postage Paid Permit No. 3 Douglass, KS 67039 Carrier Route Pre-Sort Postal Patron Douglass, KS 67039 Return Service Requested March 2016 ECRWSS The Bulldog Growl Douglass Unified School District No. 396, 921 East First Douglass, KS 67039 7th Grade Wins Scholars’ Bowl League Tournament The middle school’s scholars bowl teams recently completed another successful season. This year’s league tournament was hosted by Wichita Independent on Thursday, February 18, with all 13 of our Central Plains League schools competing. After a challenging round robin competition, the 7th grade team advanced to the finals, while the 8th grade team was one win short. Your 7th grade team won 5 of the 6 rounds in final play; enough to earn them a 1st place finish! With 13 teams in our league, this is quite an achievement! A plaque with this accomplishment has been added to the wall in the sports facility commons and each participating scholar received a gold medal! Mrs. Landwehr and Mrs. Fraley would like to thank this year’s team, and to send a special thank you to the parents who were able to provide snacks for our home meet. We also ask that parents of 8th grade team members encourage their students to consider trying out for the high school team next year. Next time you see one of these bright kids around our town, remind them of how proud we are of them! Congratulations Middle School Scholars’ Bowl Teams! 7th Grade Team 8th Grade Team LEAGUE CHAMPS! Emmett Anderson Trevor Gash David Arevalo** Lindsey Hajdukovich Kendall Coombes Jayden High Hunter Glaves** Claire Hilyard Hannah Grimmett** Samuel Headrick** Dylan Lockwood** Chance Lowe Camden Lovell** Shelby Little** Emily Norton Lainie Metsker Malissa Taylor Gratya Swigart** James Triplett** Dakota Tireman ** Isaiah Wasson**
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Non-Profit OrganizationU.S. Postage Paid
Permit No. 3Douglass, KS 67039
Carrier Route Pre-Sort
Postal PatronDouglass, KS 67039
Return Service Requested
March 2016
ECRWSS
The Bulldog Growl
Douglass Unified School District No. 396, 921 East First Douglass, KS 67039
7th Grade Wins Scholars’ BowlLeague Tournament
The middle school’s scholars bowl teams recently completed another successful season. This year’s league tournament was hosted by Wichita Independent on Thursday, February 18, with all 13 of our Central Plains League schools competing.
After a challenging round robin competition, the 7th grade team advanced to the finals, while the 8th grade team was one win short. Your 7th grade team won 5 of the 6 rounds in final play; enough to earn them a 1st place finish! With 13 teams in our league, this is quite an achievement! A plaque with this accomplishment has been added to the wall in the sports facility commons and each participating scholar received a gold medal!
Mrs. Landwehr and Mrs. Fraley would like to thank this year’s team, and to send a special thank you to the parents who were able to provide snacks for our home meet. We also ask that parents of 8th grade team members encourage their students to consider trying out for the high school team next year. Next time you see one of these bright kids around our town, remind them of how proud we are of them!
Congratulations Middle School Scholars’ Bowl Teams!
7th Grade Team 8th Grade TeamLEAGUE CHAMPS!
Emmett Anderson Trevor Gash David Arevalo** Lindsey HajdukovichKendall Coombes Jayden HighHunter Glaves** Claire Hilyard Hannah Grimmett** Samuel Headrick** Dylan Lockwood** Chance LoweCamden Lovell** Shelby Little** Emily Norton Lainie Metsker Malissa Taylor Gratya Swigart** James Triplett** Dakota Tireman ** Isaiah Wasson**
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TELEPHONE NUMBERSElementary School 747-3350Middle School 747-3340High School 747-3310Central Office 747-3300Transportation 747-3370Internet: www.usd396.net
Douglass USD 396 does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, handicap, or age in admission or access to, or treatment of employment in, its programs or activities. For any questions regarding the district’s compliance, please contact: USD 396 Superintendent of Schools, 921 East First, Douglass, KS 67039. (316)747-3300.
An Equal Employment/Educational Opportunity Agency
BOE BRIEFSThe Douglass Board of Education met in regular session at 6:00 p.m. Monday, February 8, 2016 in the Douglass High School Library.
*approved donations from Patrons – Skatetime - $418.63 and PTO – Reading A-Z Licenses - $299.85.
*approved a grant from SCKLS – $239.00 – Librarian Workshop.
*accepted the steering committee’s recommendation to move forward with the building options.
*approved Resolution 2016-07 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND PROVIDING FOR THE CALLING OF A BOND ELECTION IN UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT NO.396, BUTLER COUNTY, KANSAS (DOUGLASS) FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUBMITTING TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF THE DISTRICT THE QUESTION OF ISSUING GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS OF THE DISTRICT; AUTHORIZING THE APPLICATION TO THE STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION FOR THE AUTHORITY TO CALL SAID BOND ELECTION; AND PROVIDING FOR THE GIVING OF NOTICE OF SAID BOND ELECTION.
*approved the pilot program for chromebooks at the high school.
*accepted the resignation from Krisi Cochran-Assistant Track Coach.
*extended the principal contracts an extra year contract, which would be through the 2017-18 school year.
*approved the cheerleading restructure proposal as presented.
*approved the football helmet rotation as presented.
*approved the 2016-17 school year calendar as presented.
Dalton Roberts is a senior at Douglass High School. He loves anything to do with sports and is currently a member of the DHS basketball team and Scholars Bowl. Dalton is also participating in the school musical playing the lead role in Li’l Abner.
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The month of January’s “Royal Classroom” is.......
Mrs. Taylor’s class!
Classes earn the title of the “Royal Classroom” by demonstrating skills they have learned in the Lions Quest curriculum, meeting school expectations and demonstrating
R-respectfulO-ffer kindnessY-earn for successA-ct safeL-ove one anotherbehaviors.
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL NEWS
Seal Elementary Student of the Month is Katie Valentine. Katie is a fifth grader in Mrs. Smith’s class. Her parents are Boyd and Shelia Valentine of Douglass. Katie’s favorite subject in school is reading because, “if you open a book you can take your mind anywhere.” Katie also enjoys studying biology because she likes animals. In her free time, Katie likes to draw and read. Congratulations Katie!
Student of the Month
You’re Invited!!!
Wax Museum presented by the 5th Grade Class
Seal Elementary School Gym
March 31, 20169:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Come meet the presidents and first ladies of the
United States.
The Seal Elementary Spelling Bee Champion for 2016 is fifth grade student Amy Black. Amy represented our school at the County Spelling Bee on February 5th in El Dorado. Pictured here are Amy and the 2016 Runner-Up, Jacob Scharff.
Spelling Bee Champion!!!
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Attention all Preschoolers The Douglass High School Human Growth and Development Class is hosting a FREE Preschool for children ages 2 - 5 years old. The Preschool will be held in the DHS FACS Classroom. Please make sure your child is potty trained or has a pull-up that
they can wear– we cannot change diapers.
The Preschool will be in sessions on the following dates from 10:30 am –11:15 am:
Monday, Feb. 22nd Tuesday, Feb. 23rd Thursday, Feb 25th Monday, Feb. 29th Tuesday, March 1st Thursday, March 3rd Monday, March 7th Tuesday, March 8th Thursday, March 10th Monday, March 21st Tuesday, March 22nd Thursday, March 24th Monday, March 28th Tuesday, March 29th Thursday, March 31st Monday, April 4th Tuesday, April 5th Thursday, April 7th Monday, April 11th Tuesday, April 12th Thursday, April 14th Monday, April 18th Tuesday, April 19th Thursday, April 21st
NO PRESCHOOL THE WEEK OF MARCH 14-18 (SPRING BREAK) NO PRESCHOOL IF SCHOOL IS CANCELLED FOR SNOW
You can start anytime and you don’t have to come every day!! If you are interested in signing up your child or for more information, please call:
Michelle Nispel DHS Family and Consumer Science teacher
DHS–316-747-3310 Cellphone – 316-218-3303
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL NEWS
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EARLY CHILDHOOD
PEER ROLE MODELS NEEDED! Seal Elementary-Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) is designed for children
3 to 5 years of age who qualify for services in areas such as communicating, learning, hearing, seeing, moving, or socializing.
Peers in this same age group that serve as role models are also accepted.
We are now accepting applications for the 2016-2017 school year for peer role models!
• The child must be between the ages of 3 years 6 months and 5 years by September 1, 2016 and potty trained to qualify.
• The child must reside in the Douglass School District or have a parent who is employed by the district. (Proof of address will be required.)
• Parents of peer models are responsible for their child’s transportation to and from school.
• The child must pass a screening in the areas of: language, speech, motor, social, self-help, and pre-academic skills. Applicants will be screened at Round-up on March 22, 2016.
• Applicants that qualify will be randomly selected.
• Schedule a Round-Up Screening for March 22, 2016 at 316.747.3350.• Regular enrollment fees will apply to students selected for the program.
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MIDDLE SCHOOL NEWSELEMENTARY SCHOOL NEWS
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MIDDLE SCHOOL NEWS HIGH SCHOOL NEWSTreats for Testing
Each year during state testing we encourage our students to do their very best. The middle school students will be taking a variety of state tests during the months of March and April. To help and encourage our young students, we have offered a variety of snacks that can be eaten between sections of the test. For the past several years parents have come to our rescue by supplying healthy or easy to eat treats and snacks for our students to eat such as crackers, pretzels, dried fruit and string cheese. If you are able to help our students, we will be collecting the snacks during March and April. You or your child can bring the treats for the student’s grade level to the middle school office. If you have questions regarding what type of snack to bring, amount/number of snacks please do not hesitate to call or email the middle school counselor, Sydney
Frank Tilton
The Sisk Middle School Student of the Month is 6th Grader, Frank Tilton. He is the son of Frank and Melissa Tilton. Frank is one of six kids in his family. His favorite school subject is writing because of the way it is taught by his teacher. In his free time, Frank enjoys anything outdoors, and playing baseball. Frank is an excellent student, friend and BULLDOG!
Student of the Month
The Douglass High School Student of the Month, is Junior, Elisa Adams. Elisa is an exceptional student here at DHS. She is the daughter of Jenny Laufer and John Adams. She has one sibling who is just six months old. Her favorite school subject is History. In her free time, her hobbies include reading, anything art related and band! Thank you Elisa for your contributions to Douglass High School!
Elisa Adams
Student of the Month
Spring Break-March 14th-18thNO SCHOOL
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Job Shadow Program Kicks Off in April for DHS Juniors
Once again this spring, the DHS juniors will be participating in job shadowing activities. By now many of you probably know that job shadowing is a component for the senior project/graduation requirement. The official day for this activity is Friday, April 8 which will coincide with career activities for other classes at DHS. Juniors will choose a job/career in order to observe an adult at work for a period of four to six hours. The activity is coordinated through English III classes.
This spring marks the thirteenth year for this activity. Most students are able to arrange their own business contacts. However, a few juniors may need help finding placements. You may have a junior student contact you in the near future.
The job shadow event has proven to be highly successful and of great benefit to most students. In fact, many schools in Kansas have begun encouraging students to participate in this kind of activity at least one time. In previous years our juniors were given the chance to experience careers ranging from construction contractors to physicians.
The school is grateful for those of you who are able to help the students by giving them opportunities to become more familiar with the job market. With your continued support and assistance, the project promises to have another successful year.
High School Counselor-March Activities
1-Priority Deadlines to complete FAFSA for many colleges/universities1-Local Scholarship Applications available to seniors1-Juniors and sophomores begin taking State Assessments4 ,11, 21, 25-KU Junior Day4-Butler Community College, Fine Arts Audition Day4-End of 3rd 9 weeks NO SCHOOL Teacher Workday4-Registration Deadline for April 9 ACT @ DHS9-Cowley Community College CTE Day at Mulvane Campus11-Dogs Day Out for students making Leader Of The Pack14-18- Spring Break19-Wichita State University-Shocker Saturday21-24- NWEA Spring Testing Begins24-Senior Project Deadline25-No School-Good Friday25-ACT Prep Class @ DHS -Register with Mrs. Glidewell, [email protected] School for HS only-Forensics Tournament at DHS30-Butler fall enrollment at DHS for any junior that wants to take dual credit courses their senior year.
DHS Memorial and Local Scholarships
Local and Memorial Scholarships have been established to benefit graduating DHS Seniors. All applicants must be planning on attending college in the Fall of 2016.
Applications for local scholarships will be available to DHS Seniors during March and April. Scholarship committees will select the winners. Scholarship recipients will be recognized and honored at the annual award ceremony held in May.
HIGH SCHOOL NEWS
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April 21 8:00m-8:00pm
April 22 8:00am-4:00pm
Spring Plant Sale Friends of the Library and DHS Senior Class
Douglass Community Building
206 South Forrest
Douglass, KS
Additional Thursday Events
Sloppy Joe Supper 5:00-8:00pm Sponsored by DHS Senior Class
Jams and Bake Sale All Day
Sponsored by PEO
Pre-orders due by April 1st
Used Book Sale
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Name: Home #:Address: Cell #:
City, State:Variety Plant Color Size Qty Unit Price Amount
Veggies Tomatoes Beefmaster 6 pack $2.50Better Boy 6 pack $2.50Big Beef 6 pack $2.50Celebrity 6 pack $2.50Early Girl 6 pack $2.50Jet Star 6 pack $2.50Roma 6 pack $2.504th of July 4.3" pot $2.50Big Brandy 4.3" pot $2.50Heirloom Marriage 4.3" pot $2.50Super Sweet 100 4.3" pot $2.50Peppers Bananarama 6 pack $2.50Baron 6 pack $2.50California Wonder 6 pack $2.50Golden Wonder 6 pack $2.50Habanero 6 pack $2.50Jalapenos 6 pack $2.50Herbs Basil, Sweet Leaf 4.3" pot $3.00Chives 4.3" pot $3.00Cilantro 4.3" pot $3.00Dill 4.3" pot $3.00Oregano Common 4.3" pot $3.00Parsley 4.3" pot $3.00Peppermint 4.3" pot $3.00Rosemary 4.3" pot $3.00Sage 4.3" pot $3.00Thyme 4.3" pot $3.00
Spring 2016 Plant Sale Pre-Order FormSponored by DHS Senior Class & Douglass Friends of the Library
Pre-Orders due to Public Libray or DHS Office by 04/01/2016
*Nursery may substitute varieties Page 1 of 2
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9:00 am -1:00 pm on Friday, March 25th Cost: $30 per class (pizza lunch included) Register by paying Mrs. Glidewell by Wednesday, March 23th. This is for students who have not taken the ACT before or who are needing strategies to improve their scores. I hope to help our students take some of the guesswork out of preparing for the ACT . This class will focus on general test taking strategies as well as specific methods for improving scores on each section of the test. We will be doing smaller practice sections testing out the strategies learned.
Classes will take place in Mrs. Glidewell’s room at DHS.
Please make checks payable to Lyndie Glidewell.
For more information, contact Mrs. Lyndie Glidewell [email protected].
Are you feeling panic set in as the date for the ACT approaches?
“YOU control the test. Do not let the test control you!” -Carolyn Devane of Power Prep, Inc.
ACT Prep Sessions
ACT Strategies Class Douglass High School
Friday, March 25, 2016
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