1. DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS MONDAY, MARCH 2, 2015

2. REGULAR DAILY CLASS SCHEDULE 7:45 – 9:15 BLOCK A7:30 – 8:20 SINGLETON 1 8:25 – 9:15 SINGLETON 2 9:22 - 10:52 BLOCK B 10:59 – 1:08 BLOCK C1st LUNCH 10:52 - 11:20 2nd LUNCH 11:28 - 11:56 3rd LUNCH 12:04 – 12:32 4th LUNCH 12:40 – 1:08 1:15 – 2:45 BLOCK D 1:15 – 2:05 SINGLETON 7 2:10 – 3:00 SINGLETON 8

3. Two Hour Delay Class Schedule Block A 9:45 – 10:35 Singleton 1 9:30 – 10:00 Singleton 2 10:05 – 10:35 Block 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 – 12:51 Block B 12:58 – 1:48 Block D 1:55 – 2:45 Singleton 7 1:55 – 2:25 Singleton 8 2:30 – 3:00

4. Country Chicken Basket Hamburger / Cheeseburger Mashed Potatoes, Steamed Broccoli, Carrots, Fruit Pizza / Chicken Poppers

5. LOCATIONS @ D-B Outside Little Theatre -2 nd Floor Activities /Gym Lobby near Restrooms Field House near Kevin Trivette’s office Lobby of CTE Building

6. Monday3-4: Math / English / Biology (Library) Tuesday3-4: English (Library) Wednesday3-4: Math / English / Biology (Library) 3-4: Chemistry (Library & 204) Thursday3-4: Math (Library) Friday3-4: Physics (Library)

7. 11 th grade ACT Tuesday, March 3 rd

8. AP Exam Registration has been extended through Tuesday, March 3rd.

9. Wednesday, March 4 5:30 p.m. D-B Cafeteria TN Promise Meeting It is mandatory for all TN Promise scholars to attend the second team meeting to remain eligible for the TN Promise scholarship.

10. The ONLINE yearbook sales deadline has been extended to March 20! Please go to www.jostens.com to pre-order your yearbook.

11. 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.

12. Senior cap and gown picture proofs will be available in the cafeteria during all four lunches this week.

13. Introducing… 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.

14. All FBLA State paperwork and initial payment are due to Mrs. Arbaugh by Thursday, March 5 th at 3:00! You will not be registered to compete if you do not meet the deadline!! FBLA State paperwork extension!!

15. 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.

16. Mandatory Science Olympiad Meeting Thu Feb, 26 - 3:00 PM Room E-205 (Mr. Pickel's room )

19. College / University Visits to D-B ETSU @ Kingsport – Friday, March 13 Milligan College – Mon March 16 During Lunches

20. The D-B Band has 1 more week 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.

21. Come by or contact the D-B Counseling office for an appointment. Seniors and Parents Need help with the FAFSA, ACT registration, or final college applications? Seniors and parents can sign up for an individual appointment for this service available at D-B on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

22. 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 20 th.

24. 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

25. Holston Valley Medical Center Summer 2015 Junior Volunteer Program Information available in the Counseling Office

26. Jostens will be here on MARCH 3 during lunches (outside cafeteria) & after school (office lobby) to take class ring orders.

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

28. More information is available at www.womenofaviation.org.

29. For: 7 th to 12 th 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 6 th or April 10 th ) For information: http://www.engr.utk.edu/diversity/pre_college.html Summer Engineering Programs

30. 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 6 th Registration is $15 if registered by January 30 th. 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

31. 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. erin.craig@us.af.mil 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

32. 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 31 st Tennessee School of Beauty C.B. Brown Scholarship Program

33. 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/i ndex.htm Suntrust's Off to College Scholarship Sweepstakes

34. 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 2 nd Junior League of Kingsport Community Service Scholarship

35. 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 15 th

37. 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 20 th

38. Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship Award: $2,500 Qualifications: 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 31 st

39. 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 1 st Information and entry available at http://www.athleticscholarships.net/scholarship-contest.htm

40. 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 8 th Applications are available in the scholarship box in the Counseling office. Middle Tennessee Network Association MTSU Alumni Scholarship

41. 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 13 th

44. TUESDAYS Room W-280

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

48. Check out our Facebook page: Dobyns-Bennett High School Anime Club

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

51. 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.