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DASD E-News Weekly 
October 14, 2016   
Homecoming 2016
ONE LAST DANCE BEFORE GROWING UP
 
This year's Homecoming theme, A Night in Neverland, will take Dallastown Area High School students from a starry night in London to the fictional faraway place of Neverland for an evening of fun with friends and imaginary creatures.

Kicking off the week was the highly-anticipated Powder Puff game at 7:00 p.m., Monday, October 10th, when roles were switched and the high school girls played football while the high school football players cheered them on at Wildcat Stadium at the Dallastown American Legion Field. Some of the proceeds of the admission fee for this event benefited the HS Volunteer Club and its 2016 Support the Troops campaign.  

Then tonight, the community is invited to join students and families as festivities continue with the annual Homecoming football game. The Dallastown Wildcats host the South Western Mustangs beginning at 7:00 p.m. in the stadium.
 
The week concludes tomorrow, Saturday, October 15th, with the Homecoming dance and crowning of the queen and king. Family, friends, and community members are invited to view the decorated areas of the high school lobby and gymnasium from 6:00 p.m. to 6:35 p.m. Those observing the student promenade must be seated in the gymnasium by 6:40 p.m.; public events conclude at 8:00 p.m. 
Calling All Global Scholars!

In order to better prepare students for personal and professional success in an increasingly global society, the Dallastown Area High School World Language Department is introducing a new program to recognize students who participate in interdisciplinary studies and activities that are global in nature. Students who successfully complete the program will earn a Global Scholars certificate, a Global Scholars seal on their diploma and will wear a Global Scholars Honor cord at graduation. 

To qualify, students must complete four years of a world language with a "B" average or higher, as well as four credits of global courses such as World Cultures, Philosophy, British Literature, Art and/or Music History, International Business, etc. Additionally, students must complete 20 hours of globally-based service activities, participate in a minimum of four extracurricular activities involving world languages and/or global�-based themes, and complete eight literature/media reviews that focus on the themes of communities, connections, cultures, and comparisons. 

According to Global Scholars Program advisor Cherie Garrett, the goal of the program is to enhance a student's chances of acceptance to a university or other post�secondary program in an effort to better prepare students for personal and professional success in the global community and marketplace.
This is How We Lockdown

In Dallastown Area School District, a lockdown is declared when, in the opinion of the administrator in charge or employee reacting to his/her environment, perceives a situation that threatens the safety of students and staff and/or requires all students and staff remain in their classrooms or move to a secure area immediately.
 
A lockdown announcement will include the rationale for why the lockdown is being called. A sample lockdown announcement may include:
  • "Your attention please: There is a lockdown in our building due to (cite reason why the lockdown is being called). All individuals in the building are to remain in, or report to, the nearest securable area and lockdown."
Triggers for a lockdown may include:
  • an announcement made via the PA system
  • a staff member directs the lockdown in person
  • a threat occurring outside the building
  • a non-threatening circumstance warrants keeping individual away from areas (i.e. medical emergency or disturbance)
This communication will allow students, teachers, and administrators to respond in a controlled manner to the situation at hand. Should further instructions be required, they will be included in the announcement. The most common lockdown will occur during medical incidents, such as when a hallway may need to be cleared to allow for emergency response personnel to tend to a medical situation.

To view lockdown protocol, access:  Overview of DASD Lockdown Procedures
Next Stop...the Twilight Zone 

Come unlock the door with the key of imagination. Beyond it will be another dimension...a dimension of sound...a dimension of sight...a dimension of mind. You'll move into a land of both shadow and substance of things and ideas. Come cross over into the Twilight Zone.

Dallastown Area Performing Arts Club presents its fall play, Tales from the Twilight Zone, our student playwright adaptation of four popular episodes of Rod Serling's chilling series.

Evening performances will be held at 7:00 p.m., Friday, October 21st, and Saturday, October 22nd. Matinee performances will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, October 22nd, and Sunday, October 23rd.

The Dallastown community is invited to the next stop...to enter the Twilight Zone at the front lobby of Dallastown Area High School. Adult seats are $7. Senior citizens, students, and staff with ID are $5.00. Tickets can be reserved by e-mail, telephone or purchased at the door.
It'll Be a Graveyard Smash!
A MOTHER-SON MONSTER BASH

Whether it's called a Transylvania Twist or a Monster Bash, don't worry, you'll catch on in a flash. Dallastown Area School District boys in kindergarten through grade 6 and their moms/guardians are invited to attend the Dallastown Area Educational Foundation's first ever Mother-Son Monster Bash Halloween Party. Costumes are welcome, but not required.
 
When:   Saturday, October 22nd
Time:     6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where:  Dallastown Area Intermediate School
What:    Music, treats (including snacks, candy, and beverages), 
             games, raffles, and a photo wall
Cost:     $20 per couple (before October 10th); $25 at the door
             $5 for each additional child in grades K through 6

Come join us for some spooktacular fun, and tell them Boris sent you!
 
Online payment information can be found on:
facebook.com/DAEFevents or dallastown.net

All proceeds to benefit the Dallastown Area Educational Foundation.

For ticket information, to volunteer or donate candy, contact Kristin
McDermott or Allison Manning at: [email protected].
School Board Schedule
 
As the work continues in preparing a 2017-18 budget, the Dallastown Area Board of School Directors and district administrators request ideas and suggestions from staff and community members. To share your feedback, access: Suggestions for the 2017-18 DASD Budget

Finance Committee Meeting

6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m., Monday, October 17
Administration Board Room 
 
Community Outreach Committee Meeting
6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m., Tuesday, October 18   
Administration Board Room
Calendar Reminders
  
MS/IS/ES EARLY DISMISSAL HALF DAY IN-SERVICE
HS IN SESSION
Monday, October 31  

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