DCC PTO Grants Funded

Last Updated (Wednesday, 03 February 2010 17:44)

Did you know that your DCC PTO funded over $10,000 worth of Teacher Grant Requests in November? Where did all that money come from? And where did all the money go? The monies were collected from the DCC Magazine Drive and through Direct Donations, which both kick off at the start of the school year and continue year-round. Here's a list of items funded:

• Aviation Mural requested by Ms. Acker funded for $1,500.00
  
• Elementary Level Field Day 2009 Ribbons requested by Mr. Smiley funded for $662.00
  
• Document Camera requested by Ms. Vaudreuil for $1,625.00
  
• iMedia System for the library requested by Ms. Miller funded for $1,614.00
  
• Digital Cameras with Tripods requested by Ms. Ryden funded for $515.00
  
• HP Desktop Computers requested by Ms. LaBandt funded for $1,370.00
  
• French DVD set requested by Ms. Hughes funded for $90.00
  
• Overhead Projectors with Carts requested by Ms. Black/Ms. Smelker funded for $500.00
  
• Nikon Cameras with Accessories requested by Ms. Ryan funded for $1,529.94
  
• Start up funds for Forensics requested by Ms. Runyan funded for $200.00

Total Teacher Grants Amount Funded in November: $10,154.94

In January, the DCC PTO voted on a second round of teacher grant requests. Check back for additional updates on how the January requests were funded. This is your money directly impacting students at DCC!

PTO Funds the Weather Bug

Last Updated (Monday, 29 November 1999 17:00)

Did you know that DCC installed a new science-oriented addition at the start of the school year? A weather station was purchased and mounted to the top of the school. The Weather Bug, as it is called, was purchased with the funds that were raised at PTO's Spring 2009 Gala. It can be accessed at any time and comes with a curriculum for teachers to use in the classroom if they wish. Mr. Bramschreiber, Assistant Principal for the High School, said it made sense to have the Weather Bug since DCC is a school that puts a lot of emphasis on math and science.

DCC is the only high school in District 20 to have a Weather Bug and has the only high-definition camera in the region. The Weather Bug can be accessed by going to the school’s website and clicking on the DCC Weather Bug link. The webpage has many features. Just click on the weather cameras link and it will bring up a live shot from the camera that is mounted to the school. If you are interested in other areas of town or other places around the country, just type in another zip code. You can also get the forecast, severe weather, local weather alerts, national weather alerts, the Doppler radar, and more. KOAA- Channel 5 is also linked to the Weather Bug.

The Weather Bug is another great feature that DCC provides to students through PTO funds. Ask your student how they use the Weather Bug in their classes!

(Article submitted by Lisa Collacott)

Upgrade, Go Green, and Give

Last Updated (Wednesday, 16 December 2009 16:33)

Almost ready to clean out the clutter and get a fresh start? Well think about donating some of your "clutter" to DCC. One man's junk is another man's treasure!

• The SSR room needs used cooking items (baking sheets, measuring cups, mixing bowls, etc.) for their room and for the International Cooking Club.  If you are looking to upgrade your kitchen, you could recycle and give your old stuff to them! 
• The Thunder Store is looking for an old, used laptop to track their inventory if you would like to donate one after upgrading!
• The publications department at DCC High School is in need of cameras. Do you have any gently used digital cameras that you would be willing to donate? Maybe you're getting a new camera over the holidays and would like to pass on your current camera? The yearbook and newspaper staff will take whatever you have to give. Contact Mrs. Ryan, publications adviser at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or 234-8495. Thank you and Happy Holidays!

FREE Boxtops for Education

Last Updated (Sunday, 08 November 2009 22:19)

Here's an easy way for you to earn money for the school without having to open your checkbook or wallet. It's easier than PI!
 

All you need to do is sign up on the Boxtops for Education website. DCC earns 5 boxtops per online registration. Think about it. That's the equivalent of donating 50 cents per parent or $1 per family. DCC could earn over $1000 by simply clicking! Just follow the links: select DCC, enter your name, birthday, email, and address. That's it!