From the desk of Principal Kathryn Anderson
Issue 15, November 18, 2021
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Three things you need to know:
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Next week's schedule: Monday: LS; Tuesday: 100; Wednesday - Friday: No School
- Congratulations to State Champion, Annika Parkhe. Not only did Annika take first place in the 200 Free (1:45.53) AND 100 Fly (53.00), but she also broke the IHSA record for each event.
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There are just a few days left for School Chest. Check out the School Chest section for ways to support Paws for Patrick by getting involved with daily events or even submitting an online donation.
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Message from the Principal |
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Dear DHS Staff, Students, and Families,
Thank you to our entire school community for coming together for School Chest to support Paws for Patrick. Also, a special thank you to our students and staff who have worked tirelessly to organize and implement the numerous events and opportunities for School Chest. I could not be more proud of our school during these three special weeks. During a month of gratitude, you have gone above and beyond!
Next week, over Thanksgiving break, I hope that you are able to take some time to rest, relax and enjoy the company of family and friends.
All my best,
Principal Kathryn Anderson
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November 22-26
Monday: LS
Tuesday: 100
Wednesday-Friday: No School
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Support Paws for Patrick by Getting Involved with Daily Events!
PORTION NIGHTS: Come eat and shop at various local restaurants and businesses for a percentage to be donated towards School Chest! For all of the fliers, see schoolchest.org.
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City BBQ: 20% of the proceeds go to School Chest! Order in person or online, use code “FUNDA” for online check out on Sunday, November 21 (11:00am-8:00pm)
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Style Shack: Shop on Sunday, November 21 for a percentage to be donated towards School Chest! (12:00-5:00pm)
FASHION FOR COMPASSION: Come to DHS on Thursday, November 18th at 5pm, at the DHS Cafeteria, to shop at your favorite stores. Look out for stores like Just Between Friends, Lakeshore Pet Boutique, Sasha Grace Designs, Keep it Love it, and more!
TEACHER AUCTION: Start bidding on your favorite teachers' auction items such as attending a Bulls Game with Mr. Chung, a tutoring session with Ms. Blanche, a shopping trip with Ms. Kenyon, or even a fishing trip with Mr. Martin! Bid on scta2021.givesmart.com.
SCHOOL CHEST STORE: Make sure to check out our awesome School Chest apparel! You can purchase sweatshirts, sweatpants, hats, and more. Also, don't miss out on our incredible Checkbooks for only $35, worth over $275 to local stores! Lastly, keep an eye on our Lou Malnati's Frozen Pizza Certificates, for only $13 to help support School Chest. All can be found on schoolchest.org/store.
STUDENT VS STAFF SOCCER GAME: Students and staff are invited to watch and participate in our soccer game during D lunch this Friday in the Warrior Gym! Only $5 to play, and $1 to watch, you won't want to miss it!
SWEAT FOR SCHOOL CHEST: Come to MIDTOWN this Saturday, November 20th at 11:00am for a cycle class! Come with your friends and sweat for School Chest for only $20. Sign-up at schoolchest.org
HOOPS FOR HOPE: Come to the warrior gym at DHS on November 21st starting at 9:00 am for a 3-on-3 adult basketball tournament, and at 12:30 for a student 3-on-3 basketball tournament! No basketball experience is necessary. We will have a halftime show and mini-games, and will be supplying food, refreshments, and prizes. Sign-up on schoolchest.org.
ONLINE DONATIONS: As we near the end of School Chest, take a look at our Online Donation Page for School Chest to raise money for Paws for Patrick. This is a great way to support School Chest if you are not able to make it to some events. Help us reach our goal!
Please visit our website schoolchest.org or our app, School Chest, for a complete calendar, links to sign up for events, and even more exciting information, or email [email protected] with any questions! We hope to see you at the events this week and next!
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Admission Testing Amid the Test-Optional Movement for the Class of 2023 |
Juniors and Parents/Guardians,
Are you interested in learning practical, usable information about standardized testing and college admissions? In response to the pandemic, colleges have radically adjusted their admission testing policies. Districts 113 and 225 have partnered with Compass Education Group as they lead a thoughtful and pragmatic virtual discussion of college admission testing and the recent outcomes of the test optional movement relevant to the Class of 2023.
Presentation topics will include:
- The evolving role of test scores in specific contexts
- Making sense of the subtlety and variety of testing policies
- Fresh admissions data from test score submitters and non-submitters
- Making an informed choice between the ACT and SAT
- The diagnostic value of the PSAT and other practice tests
- Optimal timing and smart approaches to test preparation and testing
Tuesday, November 30th 7pm
If you have any questions, please reach out to the DHS CCRC Team at [email protected].
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State Champion, Annika Parkhe, Smashes Two IHSA State Records |
Congratulations to Annika Parkhe, State Champion x2! Not only did Annika take first place in the 200 Free (1:45.53) and 100 Fly (53.00), but she also broke the IHSA record for each event. Next up, Annika competes in Junior Nationals this December! Congratulations and best of luck at Nationals! |
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Student Congress Finishes 3rd at Tournament |
Please congratulate the following debaters on their 3rd Place Speaker Awards at the November 13 ICDA 3 Tournament, held at Elk Grove High School:
Noah Meyerhoff
Jada Harris
Maxwell Hyman
The Student Congress team captains are Samantha Feinberg and Jonah Simon.
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EKG Testing Available for All Students on December 1 |
We are happy to announce that we are, once again, pairing with the Max Schewitz Foundation to offer on-site EKG testing for all students.
Testing will take place at Deerfield High School on Wednesday, December 1, and registered students will test during their PE class (or when scheduled if they do not have PE that day).
Registration is $20 and all students/families will receive a copy of their results. Some students, as identified by the physician, may also receive an echocardiogram if needed.
Please know that students must be pre-registered. We cannot accept same-day registrations for this event.
You may register your student here...
We hope that you will take advantage of this opportunity.
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First Semester Summative Assessments Week (aka Final Exams) |
Please be aware of the following dates for the first-semester summative assessments, Winter Break, and the end of the semester:
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First Semester Summative Assessments will be held Tuesday, December 14 - Thursday, December 16, 2021. All classes meet on Monday, December 13.
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Winter Break for students begins Friday, December 17, 2021, and runs through Sunday, January 2, 2022.
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Classes resume from Winter Break on Monday, January 3, 2022.
- Year-long courses may continue First Semester material or may start Second Semester material on Monday, January 3. (See assessment guidelines below).
- One-semester courses will continue their first-semester curriculum upon return from Winter Break. (See assessment guidelines below).
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First Semester ends on Friday, January 14, 2022.
The 2021-2022 school year First Semester Summative Assessment Week schedule is as follows:
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The SHIELD testing centers at Deerfield High School and Highland Park High School will be closed on Thursday, November 25 for the Thanksgiving holiday. Students and staff can test on Monday, November 22 between the hours of 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. |
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