DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2015

Two Hour DelayClass Schedule

Block A                 9:45 – 10:35      Singleton 1 9:30 – 10:00

      Singleton 2 10:05 – 10:35Block C               10:42 – 12:51            Lunch 1 10:35 – 11:03            Lunch 2 11:11 – 11:39            Lunch 3 11:47 – 12:15            Lunch 4 12:23 – 12:51Block B                12:58 – 1:48Block D                1:55 – 2:45

       Singleton 7 1:55 – 2:25       Singleton 8 2:30 – 3:00

Papa Murphy’s PizzaChicken Poppers

Steamed Peas, Sweet Potato Fries, Leafy Green Salad, Fruit

Pizza / Chicken Quesadilla

LOCATIONS @ D-B

Outside Little Theatre -2nd Floor

Activities /Gym Lobby near Restrooms

Field House near Kevin Trivette’s office

Lobby of CTE Building

Monday 3-4: Math / English / Biology (Library)

Tuesday 3-4: English (Library)

Wednesday 3-4: Math / English / Biology (Library)3-4: Chemistry (Library & 204)

Thursday 3-4: Math (Library)

Friday 3-4: Physics (Library)

Tutoring

11th grade ACT Tuesday,

March 3rd 

NO writing assessment testing

today

AP Exam Registration has been extended through

Tuesday, March 3rd.

The ONLINE yearbook sales deadline has been extended to March 20!

Please go to www.jostens.comto pre-order your

yearbook.

Applications for Maroon & Grey Yearbook Staff

and Arrowhead Newspaper Staff

should be turned in to Mrs. Good in room 273 no later than March 11!

Applications can be found in the 2015-16 course catalog. Both

classes will be offered during Block C next year - see Mrs. Good in room

W-273 with any questions.

Senior cap and gown picture proofs will be available in the

cafeteria during all four lunches this week.

Introdu

cing…A New Food Program @ D-B !

 

Starting on March 2, 2015….There will be 4 coolers located in the front of the cafeteria. Please put any unopened food/drink in the coolers.  This can be used for students who may need extra for lunch.  At the end of the week , we will see how much we have and make a donation to an organization that can use the food and drink.

There will be an informational meeting for parents/students on Thursday, March 3 @ 5:30pm, in the Little Theatre for any student interested in trying

out for the Spirit Shaker dance team.

Try-out practices will be conducted in the dome from 5:30-7:30 on March 16, 17, and 18. Tryouts will be

during the same time on Thursday, 3/19.

Spirit Shaker Info Meeting* New Date*

College / University Visits to D-B

Milligan College – Mon March 2

ETSU @ Kingsport – Friday, March 13

During Lunches

The D-B Band has 2 more weeks of their spring fundraiser left. We are offering a variety of

candy, coffee and cookie dough. With some Easter

candy, pizza and pretzels also available. Please help support a

member of our band. This is including color guard, winter guard and the spirit shakers.

Come by or contact the D-B Counseling office for an appointment.

Seniors and ParentsNeed help with the FAFSA, ACT registration, or final college applications?

Seniors and parents can sign upfor an individual appointment for this

service availableat D-B on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

S.H.O.U.T. (Students Helping Others Understand Tomorrow) applications are

available in the Counseling Office. Applications must be submitted to the Kingsport Chamber of Commerce by

March 20th.

All three levels of Winter Guard  (Varsity, JV and Prep) will be competing at Sullivan South on Saturday, March 7, from 4:30 - 8:00pm.   Admission is general $8.00.    This will be the only local competition D-B is attending this season.   Please go cheer for these teams and show them your support!

Winter Guard

Holston Valley Medical Center Summer 2015

Junior Volunteer ProgramInformation available in

the Counseling Office

Jostens will be here on MARCH 3 during lunches (outside cafeteria)

& after school (office lobby)

to take class ring orders.

Northeast State General Scholarship Available at www.NortheastState.edu/scholarshipprograms . Find application scholarship applications under Internal Programs menu option. Deadline: Sunday, March 1st.

Northeast State Educational Access and Diversity Scholarship Available at www.NortheastState.edu/scholarshipprograms after February 1st. Find application scholarship applications under Internal Programs menu option. Deadline: Monday, June 1st.

More information is available at www.womenofaviation.org.

For: 7th to 12th graders during the summer of 2015 Attend and…

• Learn about careers in engineering• Explore UT’s Campus

• Tour engineering labs and facilities• Compete in engineering challenges

• Cultivate new friendships• Jump start my academic career

Application deadlines vary by program (March 6th or April 10th) For information: http://www.engr.utk.edu/diversity/pre_college.html

Summer Engineering

Programs

Award: $3,000 to the state winner. $10,000 to the 1st place national winner, and $2,500 to the 2nd place national winners. Every eligible Tennessee Eagle scout who submits a nomination will receive a $25 check. Deadline: March 1st

Applications and information are available in the Counseling office Scholarship box.

The American LegionEagle Scout of the Year Scholarship

A one-day event with interactive workshops, motivational speakers, opportunities for self-discovery, and a sneak peek into

college life for students.  This is an excited opportunity for student leaders! 

Friday, March 6th

 Registration is $15 if registered by January 30th.  Registration

includes lunch, t-shirt and conference materials. 

Register today and learn more at www.etsu.edu/lead

ETSU High School Leadership Conference – LAUNCH: An

Initiative to Lead

This competition is designed for students ages 13-18 Deadline All papers must be submitted via hardcopy or email in PDF format ‐to Erin Craig NMUSAF/MUT 1100 Spaatz St. WPAFB, OH 45433 7102 or ‐erin.craig@us.af.mil . Submissions must be postmarked by March 13th, 12:00 a.m. (EST). The competition will accept only the first 250 entrants. Award: $1,500, $1,000, or $500 Info visit http://www.nationalmuseum.af.mil/shared/media/document/AFD-101115-043.pdf

THE 5th ANNUAL AIR FORCE HERITAGE AND HISTORY

STUDENT WRITING COMPETITION

Eligible: High school seniors, not previously or currently enrolled in a Cosmetology course. For

students interested in pursuing a career in cosmetology. Award: $14,995

Applications are available in the Counseling office and the Career Counseling office.

Deadline: March 31st

Tennessee School of Beauty C.B. Brown Scholarship

Program

Online Application open on September 15, 2014.  Eligibility is not based on GPA or financial need.  Award: One $1,000 winner will be chosen every two weeks from October 31, 2014 through May 15, 2015.  You may enter once per drawing; however, students can register after each drawing for the next scheduled drawing.  Apply at  https://www.suntrusteducation.com/ScholarshipSweepstakes/index.htm

Suntrust's Off to College Scholarship Sweepstakes

Senior women applying should meet the following criteria: a commitment to volunteerism through an

outstanding record of participation and leadership in service-oriented activities and consistent record of

academic achievement within a challenging curriculum.

 Applications are available in the Counseling office Deadline for applications to be received by Junior

League: March 2nd

Junior League of Kingsport Community Service Scholarship

Prudential Spirit of Community Award

The search is on to find our top youth volunteer. If selected, you could receive $1,000, an impressive silver medallion, and a trip to Washington, D.C., next May. If you feel you've made a positive difference through a volunteer activity during the past year, visit spirit.prudential.com to apply. For students in grades 5-12 who have participated in community service activities over the past year. More information is available in the Counseling office and online at

http://spirit.prudential.com

Criteria: Current high school, college bound senior, who has

submitted applications to and is planning on attending an accredited College or University.

U.S. Citizen. Overall GPA of 2.5 Documented learning disability Letter of reference on the form. Application must be postmarked by February 15th.Applications online risescholarshipfoundation.org/ and in Scholarship boxes in Counseling and Career Counseling office.

RiSE Scholarship

.Requirements: Be a U.S. citizen, between the ages of 17 and 26, a high school GPA of at least 2.50, a high school diploma or equivalent, Score a minimum of 920 on the SAT (math/verbal) or 19 on the ACT, Meet physical standards,  Your Commitment: An eight-year service commitment with the Army, Serve full time in the Army for four years and four years with the Individual Ready Reserve (IRR).,  

Army ROTC ScholarshipThe high school Four-Year Scholarship is for

high school students planning on attending a four-year college program

http://www.goarmy.com/rotc/high-school-students/four-year-scholarship.html

The Fine & Performing Arts Scholars Program (FPA) offers a multidisciplinary approach to studying all of the arts – with access to our best faculty and local experts in a wide range of fields – from the visual arts and music, to theatre and dance, digital media, and creative writing.The competitive program is open to students who have earned a cumulative high school GPA of 2.75 or higher; and, a composite ACT score of 22 or higher, or, an SAT score of 1050 or higher (math and reading only).

ETSU - Fine & Performing Arts Scholars Program

http://www.etsu.edu/honors/arts_scholars/apply.aspx

Deadline: March 15th

Simply Smart Scholarship

Award:$2,000 to one D-B Graduate! Can be used at any in-state or out-of-state post-secondary education (University, Trade school, Community College) Eligibility: 2.5 GPA, good character, financial need, involved in school and community. Applications are available in the Counseling office Scholarship box. Deadline to D-B Counseling office: March 20th

NSDAR offers approximately 23 different merit and financial needs scholarships to: Graduating Seniors, College students in specific programs, and Post-Graduate students in specific programs For information and application forms visit – www.dar.org/national-society/scholarships

Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship

Award: $2,500Qualifications:    US citizen, 3.0 GPA,

senior who plans to enroll full-time at 4 year college, leadership, community service, extra-curricular activities,

financial need.Applications are available in the

Counseling office Scholarship box

Deadline: March 31st

Award: 50 scholarships each up to $25,000 per yearQualifications: high school seniors and current

undergraduates, plan to enroll full time at a four-year college/university, plan to major in field of engineering, technology, design, or business with an interest in the

automotive industry.

Apply at: www.buickachievers.comDeadline: February 27th

Buick Achievers Scholarship

Athnet Sports Recruiting Scholarship Award: $1,000 Eligibility: Current or former athlete at the high school or college level and must be a current college student or high school senior entering college. How to Enter: Write a 400-500 word essay describing how the lessons learned through playing sports have positively impacted you as you pursue your college education.

Essay due June 1st Information and entry available at http://www.athleticscholarships.net/scholarship-contest.htm

Awarded to MTSU bound high school seniors. Academic achievement, financial need, good work ethic, community outreach, and valuing education are taken into consideration. Award Amount: $500 for an academic year.

Deadline: May 8th Applications are available in the scholarship box in the Counseling office.

Middle Tennessee Network Association

MTSU Alumni Scholarship

Stan and Thelma Plumlee Scholarship

Eligibility: student must either live in a manufactured home, work in the

industry or have a relative who works in the manufactured housing industry.

Attend a Tennessee college, university or trade school Applications are available in the Counseling office Scholarship box.

Deadline: March 13th

Region 1 - AAA BasketballFriday, February 27, 2015

South Doyle @ SHHS Girls - 6 pm 

SHHS @ Jeff Co  Boys - 6 pm 

DB @ South Doyle Boys - 6 pm 

Sevier Co @ TN High Boys - 6 pm 

Morr East @ Crockett Boys - 7 pm

D-B softball will practice in the hitting building from 3 to 4:30 on Friday, 2-27-

15. Remember to bring your signed handbook paper.

Aug 20 Tennessee High Away 7:30Aug 28 Oak Ridge Home 7:30Sept 4 William Blount Away 7:30

Sept 11 Sevier County Away 7:30

Sept 18Hardin Valley

Academy Home 7:30Homecomi

ngSept 25 OpenOct 2 Maryville Away 7:30Oct 9 Bradley Central Home 7:30

Oct 16 Bearden Home 7:30 Sr NightOct 23 Jefferson County Away 7:30Oct 30 Science Hill Home 7:30

2015 FOOTBALL SCHEDULE

Boys SoccerFeb 26 Big 7 Jamboree THS TBA

Mar 3 Greeneville (Scrimmage)

Home 6:00

Mar 7 Maryville (Scrimmage)

Home 1:00

TUESDAYSRoom W-280

Gay-Straight Alliance meets every Wednesday in either Mr. Jon Tully’s Room (W-272) or Mr. Adam Hall’s room (E-102).

Anime Club

Wednesdays @

3:00pmCheck out our Facebook page:Dobyns-Bennett High School Anime Club

Ms. Silvey’s Room E-106

FYIColors: Gold, Silver and Black Theme: “New York, New York.”Song: “Empire State of Mind”

D-B PROM IS SATURDAY, APRIL 25

D-B’S TARDY / ABSENCE POLICY REMINDER

Please remember that participation in prom and

graduation ceremony are tied directly to attendance. Students who accrue instances of tardiness or absenteeism greater than 10% of the time in any one class will

be ineligible for these activities.