The Weekly Update #4
December 4th, 2023
March 8, 2024
Announcements
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Men's Soccer Team Fundraiser
Weekly Shout-Outs
German 3 Students
German 3 students at Dutch Fork High School completed a unit on Beauty and Aesthetics, which included lessons about major art movements and artists from German-speaking countries such as Austria, Germany, and Switzerland. As a final project, students chose a German art movement and a specific piece of art from that movement to present and critique in an oral presentation. Then students created their own artwork in an appropriation project, when they used the theme from their chosen piece of art and put their own unique interpretation on it. Students used themes, motifs and styles captured by German artists. For instance, if the artist was a part of the Expressionist movement, the student used energetic and expressive lines and marks to convey the style of their chosen era. Here are some examples of student work.
Photo 2 Students
The Photo 2 students started working in the lighting studio this week. We were joined by the famous Clark Berry who shared his knowledge and expertise with the class. These students are learning so much in this unit and are reproducing amazing photographs!
DFHS Beta Club
DFHS Beta Club members volunteered their services on Saturday, February 24th to Midlands Orphan Relief, an affiliate of Lowcountry Orphan Relief, which is a nonprofit organization that collects and distributes donated age-appropriate clothing and hygiene items for at-risk children. The students packed care packages designed to bridge the needs of these at-risk children between the time they’re removed from volatile home environments until being placed with foster families.
Torsten Hallman March Fantastic Fox
Fox Family,
Please help me congratulate Torsten Hallman on being our March Fantastic Fox. Here is what a few of you have said about Torsten:
I would like to nominate Torsten Hallman. If I email the department that we need help with coverage, he quickly responds and has always been flexible with coverage. He walks in and leaves with a positive attitude everyday. In meetings, I see that he is willing to try new activities with his PLC group and contributes his own work and thoughts in a positive manner. For all those reasons, I am glad to have him as a part of the science department here at DFHS.
Torsten is a wonderful addition to the science department. What sets him apart is his ability to build relationships with students and foster connections. His classroom is a supportive and inclusive learning environment that students are excited to visit every day. Torsten truly embodies the qualities of the Fantastic Fox Award and I am happy to have him as a colleague.
PTSO
Come Out to Support DFHS PTSO …
THIS Thursday anytime from 4pm-9pm!
Link to become a DF PTSO Supporter
From the office of the Career Development Facilitator
Juniors & Seniors, click here to learn more about a career opportunity at Michelin. Our school district will be offering an information and testing session in April. A limited number of seats is available. For more details, see Mrs. Hawkins.
High School to Hired: Crossing the Stage to Earning a Wage is an on-site hiring event designed to provide employers with the opportunity to hire talented individuals as they graduate high school and wish to begin a full-time career. This event will be held on April 25, 2024. Sign up today! See Mrs. Hawkins for more information.
💡 Reminders
Class of 2024 Graduation Yard Signs
Parents and students of the Class of 2024, are you interested in purchasing a Class of 2024 Graduation Yard Sign? Celebrate your senior's big day and get one or more signs for your home or that of a family member. Please visit VIPdecals.com to place your order. See the included flyer for more information. The deadline for the first order is April 5. All sales are final. If you have any questions, please email Mrs. Erin Rivers at earivers@lexrich5.org.
Pack your bags and join the Visual Arts Department in Europe! Summer 2025.
Follow the link to RSVP to our virtual interest meeting. https://bit.ly/48oFQWG