DVHS Counseling Department

Counseling Connection newsletter for Sept-Oct 2024 can be found here

DVHS AP Program

If you have any inquiries regarding DVHS AP program, Please visit DVHS AP Website for all the information you need regarding scores, registration information and other important resources. 

Thank you, and Go Wildcats!

Jill Nonn

Assistant Principal 

Disneyland Info for Seniors

Class of 2025 families. Make sure to register for Disneyland; the deadline is September 27th. If you don't register on time you will be placed on a waitlist and not guaranteed a spot. The information on how to register is on @dvhs25 Instagram or https://secure.istours.net/travsignup/triptype.cfm

Homecoming Rally + Dance

The Homecoming Rally will be on Friday, September 27th at 1:50pm. This is a special opportunity for students to see and participate in this year’s homecoming skits, dances, and more!

The Homecoming Dance is on Saturday, September 28th from 7-10pm in the DVHS gym. Tickets are ON SALE NOW via GoFan- make sure to create an account when purchasing tickets. Details and info can be found at the GoFan link or here.

** The Homecoming Dance is from 7-10pm (doors should open around 6:30). Students should bring their phone with their GoFan ticket, their ID card, and money for food. We recommend students wear semi-formal outfits (highly recommend wearing sneakers or non-heeled shoes for the dance). Students will be able to purchase food at the dance; light snacks and drinks will be provided.

This is our list of vendors: Waffle Roost, 3 Hermanos, Munchiez, TeaJ’s, Golden Gate Gyro. 

Students should enter through the line associated with their grade level. Below is a map of where students should enter. There will also be signs to direct students to their entrances. If a student brought a guest, the guest and the student must enter through the guest pass line.

Lastly, coat check will be available in the dance room. Students can check shoes, bags, etc. We are not responsible for any lost items so please do not leave valuables at coat check. It is first come, first serve, we only have 225 bags.

ASB Package

Support school events and save money by purchasing the ASB Package on the webstore! To purchase, click on the webstore link and log in before selecting Dougherty Valley High School in the dropdown menu and clicking on the “ASB” section. This package includes :

1. Yearbook ($135 value).

2. ASB T-shirt ($15 value)

3. Free Admission to all HOME EBAL athletic events ($80+ value)

4. Discount on Prideline Spirit Items

5. Discount on Junior/Senior Ball & Senior Wildcat

6. Discount for Homecoming Tickets

7. Supports our student Newspaper - "The Wildcat Tribune"

This is a limited time offer so don't miss out!

Donations Information

We thank everyone for their donations to our school and affiliate parent organizations. We rely heavily on your donations to keep our programs running and provide wonderful opportunities for our students. Don’t worry—there is still time to donate; see the

DVHS Donation Flyer!! THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR GENEROUS SUPPORT!

Unauthorized bike & scooter parking on campus



We have observed an increasing number of students parking their bikes and scooters in unauthorized areas, including stairwells, doorways, and railings. This creates serious safety hazards and cannot continue.  Effective Monday, September 16, bikes and scooters must be parked in one of the two designated areas:

• Between the 4000 Building and the CTE Building, along the back road
• Between the Main Gym and the Auxiliary Gym.

Parking bikes or scooters on hand railings, pillars, or in front of doors is strictly prohibited. This practice obstructs emergency exits, creating a violation that can be flagged by fire inspectors, and compromises the safety of our entire school community.  Failure to do so will result in the removal of the bike and a conversation with an administrator.

Please note that DVHS is not responsible for lost or stolen bikes or scooters. Your cooperation is critical in maintaining a safe and accessible environment for everyone.

Student permits required to park at DVHS

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.

DVHS Music Booster

DVHS FALL CONCERTS

Come celebrate our talented young musicians at the Fall Concerts!

Dates and Performances:

• October 14: Blue, Silver, and Pearl Orchestras
• October 15: Chamber Orchestra and Concert Choir
• October 16: Wind Ensembles and Jazz Band

Event Schedule:

• 6:15 PM – Ticket office and lobby open
• 6:35 PM – Booster Members seating opens
• 6:40 PM – General Admission seating opens
• 7:00 PM – Concert begins

Ticket Prices:

• $10 for adults
• $5 for middle school students and older
• Free for elementary students and younger

Admission is included with Booster Membership. Memberships can still be purchased on FutureFunds.

MUSIC BOOSTERS MEETINGS

Music Booster Board Meetings are held monthly in the band room at 6:30 PM. During the meetings, we discuss upcoming events, identify any needed support, and help make DVHS's music program the best-in-class. All parents are welcome!

Upcoming Meeting Dates: 

• Monday, September 23 
• Monday, October 21 
• Monday, November 18 
• Monday, December 16 
• Monday, January 20

DVHS Athletic Booster

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Last week, DVHS Athletic Boosters sent out an urgent communication about the state of donations for our fall teams and what that means. Please see below. If you haven’t donated yet, please do so now. Click here to donate. If you want to better understand your sport team’s budget and how your donations help, reach out to your team parent or email us at dvhighab@gmail.com.

Dear Dougherty Valley High School Athletics Fall Parents,

We hope this letter finds you well.

As a Boosters organization, we are writing to express our deep concern about a significant decline in donations to our fall athletics programs. Our fall sports programs encompass 10 sports and over 374 student-athletes, with an operating budget of $181K. Currently, we are only 46% funded and have a current shortfall of approximately $98K. This decline poses a serious threat to the continued success and sustainability of our beloved fall sports teams.

Your generous contributions are essential to providing our student-athletes with the necessary resources to not only compete at a high level but also to ensure the continued existence of our programs. Aside from the Head Coach, which is covered by the district, all other costs must be covered by parent donations. These funds support equipment purchases, facility use, League Fees, assistant coaching salaries, and more. Without your support, we risk having to cut back on programs or even eliminate them entirely.

We understand that everyone's financial situation is different, but even small donations can make a big impact. Your support will help ensure that our student-athletes have the opportunity to develop their skills, learn important life lessons, and create lasting memories.

Please consider making a donation to our fall athletics programs today. Your generosity will help us maintain the quality of our sports offerings and provide our students with a positive and enriching experience.

Team Donations can be made HERE

Thank you for your continued support.

Sincerely,



Art Mimnaugh

President, Dougherty Valley High School Athletic Boosters

Fall Sport Donations: Congratulations to Women’s Golf, and Men’s Water Polo hitting their 75% goal. Any program that hits the 75% of their budget category will receive a bonus of $500 from Athletic Boosters. 

ATHLETIC BOOSTER MEMBERSHIP CARDS:

Thank you for purchasing your Athletic Booster Membership. You can pick up your membership cards on the following dates, we will have a representative from the Athletic Boosters on hand for you to pick up your cards:

Women’s Flag Football Game- 10/1

Men's Football Games- 10/18, 11/8

If you haven’t had a chance to, you can still buy your membership and/or make a donation, please click here. 

Save the Date: Our annual Crab Feed will be on Friday, March 7, 2025! Mark your calendars, more details to come.  

Have a business or know a business owner? We need YOUR help. We need the partnership and support of the greater San Ramon and nearby business community by way of your sponsorship in order to continue our athletic success. Please click for sponsorship opportunities. 

Next Athletic Booster meeting

Next Meeting will be Monday, October 7, 2025 @ 5:30-7:00 p.m in DVHS Library.

We are Social:

Please follow us on Facebook

Instgram @dvhsathleticboosters

Twitter @DV_AthBoosters

Questions? Email us at  dvhighab@gmail.com

PTA Reflections

National PTA Reflections announces the 2024 - 25 theme - “Accepting Imperfection” in the following Art categories.

• Film Production
• Music Composition
• Visual Arts
• Dance Choreography
• Literature
• Photography

Students are encouraged to participate and submit their original work of Art.

Scan the QR code for the Registration and Student entry form.

Deadline for submission October 7th.

For any questions feel free to email me at dvhsreflections1@gmail.com

DVHS Library

THANK YOU TO ALL THE FAMILIES WHO DONATED TO THE LIBRARY DURING REGISTRATION!

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 2022 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 

kknapp@srvusd.net ahussenet@srvusd.net araphael@srvusd.net 

Teacher Librarian Teacher Librarian Library Media Coordinator

Run For Education



Sunday, October 13, 2024 | 8AM - 12PM

Join schools, community groups, and teammates walking, running, rolling, and strolling together at the 41st Annual Run for Education at 2700 Camino Ramon, adjacent to City Center Bishop Ranch. The event includes a 5K walk/run, 10K, Mini Run for 2-6 year olds, Friendship Run for participants with special needs, plus Expo for Education featuring: kids’ zone, inflatable games, face painter, balloon artist, photo booth, exhibitor booths, and a drawing for over $1,000 in prizes (must be present to win).

The Run for Education, hosted by the San Ramon Valley Education Foundation, is a tradition in the San Ramon Valley and supports the education of all students in the San Ramon Valley Unified School District. For more information, visit: srvef.org/the-run

Register Here 

Looking for an easy and fun way to get involved? Join us as a volunteer by clicking here.

Measure Q - Local Education Funding Renewal Measure



Measure Q is a proposal on the upcoming ballot to renew an existing parcel tax that has provided vital funding for our local public schools for over two decades. If passed, Measure Q would maintain the current tax rate without increasing taxes. This funding supports the retention of highly qualified teachers, academic programs in core subjects like science and math, and technical/vocational training to prepare students for college and careers. An independent citizens' oversight committee and annual audits ensure the funds are used efficiently and effectively, and seniors and individuals with disabilities are exempt from the tax. For more information, go here.

We need your support for our students! Please consider signing up for a canvas walk area to spread the word in our neighborhoods. It only takes a couple of hours of your time but makes a lasting effect for our kids!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4FA5A72EABFFC25-51616651-dvhs#/

Cyber and Digital Safety Parent Education Evening

Join us for a Cyber and Digital Safety Parent Education evening, co-sponsored by SRVUSD and the SRV Council of PTAs. The event will take place in SRVUSD's Board Rooms at 699 Old Orchard Drive, Danville, on Tuesday October 1st from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Space is limited! Please register to attend and include any questions you hope to be answered during the session: bit.ly/SRVUSDcybersafety

The program will be presented by SRVUSD's Director of Technology, the Contra Costa County District Attorney's Office and the Internet Crimes Against Children Taskforce.  Topics of discussion will include:

• Protecting Your Identity
• Online Reputation & Your Digital Footprint
• Cyber-bullying
• Sexting and Sextortion
• Supporting Students to Navigate Successful Cell Phone Use

DVHS PTSA Membership

Did you know that your donations to the DVHS PTSA are eligible for corporate matching programs? You can help the PTSA earn more money to support our students and school community simply by taking advantage of your employer’s donation matching program. Go to our page on the Benevity portal for more info: https://causes.benevity.org/content/dougherty-valley-high-school-ptsa.

Parents of recent 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.