Welcome Back

September 2 - Labor Day (No School)

September 10 - ELearing Basic Day

September 16 - Underclassmen Picture Retakes

October 4 & 5 - Homecoming

This week, we hosted Back-to-School Night. Thank you so much for coming. Your attendance means a lot to the teachers and especially to the students.

As your child grows, they may give you mixed signals. One moment, they’re eager for independence, and the next, they’re struggling to be apart from you.

Often you may wonder if your efforts make a difference. Let me assure you that they do appreciate your efforts to stay involved with their lives.

Thanks again for your efforts.

**TODAY IS THE LAST DAY TO ORDER T-SHIRTS!!**

See attachment for shirt designs.

If you would like to purchase t-shirts or a yearbook, pay class dues, etc., you can still do so by doing one of the following:

1. To pay by credit card click here.

• Select "DCHS Warrior Welcome Day"
• All items available for payment/purchase will be displayed. Select your item(s) and add them to your cart. You can add as many as you wish for multiple students. Once all your items have been added to your cart, then proceed to check out. You should only enter payment information one time.

2. To pay by check/cash:

• Print the form below, fill it out, and return it to the main office along with your payment. Please fill out one form per student.

All purchases should be made by Friday, August 16th. There will not be a second order for t-shirts, so make sure you do that now.

Many have asked when students will receive the 2023-24 yearbook. We've been told they should be delivered towards the end of August. Students will be notified about pick-up arrangements once the yearbooks are here.

My name is Brandie Pauley and I am the clinic nurse at Danville Community High School. I look forward to meeting you during the 24-25 school year. If your student has a major health condition that will need to be managed at school by the clinic please have your provider fill out the appropriate attached paperwork. The provider can also provide an action/care plan that they utilize in their practice to replace the attached form. The clinic must have an updated plan at the start of each school year. If your student has a health condition and the clinic will need to share or communicate information with your student's provider please sign the Consent for Mutual Exchange form.

If your student will take medication or has an as needed medication that will need to be kept in the clinic please fill out the Hold Harmless form. The form must be signed by a parent/guardian. Please check the appropriate box on the Hold Harmless form for transportation of the medication at the end of the school year. The medication will need to be in its original container with the prescription label attached. If your student has a medication that is a controlled substance then the parent/guardian must drop off the medication initially, bring in any refills and pick up the remainder of the prescription at the end of the school year. If you want to keep over the counter medication in the clinic for your student, a Permission for Over the Counter Medication form will need to be filled out and signed. The clinic only carries Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen, and Tums. Schoolcare needs to be completed with the appropriate permissions given for the clinic to administer and treat your student. The clinic does not carry any cold medication or cough drops. Please make sure all medications are brought to the clinic, Students are not to have prescription medication or over the counter medication on them unless otherwise directed. The medication must be in its original container and unopened. The medication cannot be expired. The clinic can only administer the medication as directed by the manufacturer per weight and age. If an over the counter medication needs to be given outside of the manufacturer's instructions then a note from the provider must be sent in including the student's name, dosing, route, frequency and the name of the medication.

If your student has an epi-pen or an inhaler please have your provider fill out the appropriate care plan for each condition. If your student's inhaler or epi-pen will be kept in the clinic a hold harmless form will need to be filled and signed by a parent. The inhaler/epi-pen needs to be unopened with the prescription label attached to the inhaler or box. If your student is self-sufficient with their inhaler and/or epi-pen and will carry it with them, then the student's provider will need to fill out and sign the appropriate area on the hold harmless form. Their parent or guardian will also need to sign the form. If your student has a food allergy and needs special food accommodations please fill out the form Special Dietary Needs Accommodations. If your student has diabetes, asthma, seizures, severe food allergies, severe allergic reactions or other major health concerns Please have the student's provider complete the appropriate paperwork. If there is not a specific form for your student's medical condition please have their provider complete the blank HCP (health care plan) form or they can provide their own documentation.

If your students' immunizations/vaccinations are not up to date we ask that you make an appointment for them to be vaccinated. Places to get immunizations/vaccinations include your students providers office, the Hendricks County Health Department 317-745-9222, and pharmacies. The State of Indiana Department of Health sets the immunization requirements for students attending public schools in Indiana. Documentation of these vaccinations must be on file at school. Under Indiana Code 20-34-4 and 20-34-3-2, state law requires Danville Community School Corporation to exclude non–compliant students from school without proper immunization or documentation.

If your student does not receive vaccinations/immunizations due to religious reasons please complete and return the attached Religious Objection form. If your student does not receive vaccinations/immunization due to a medical condition please have your student's provider complete the Vaccine Medical Exemption form. This form requires a physician's signature.

All forms and provider notes can be faxed to 317-745-3908, dropped off, or brought in by the student. Please make sure your student has the appropriate paperwork turned into the clinic. Please complete Schoolcare. If you have any questions feel free to reach out to me, my email address is bpauley@danville.k12.in.us or call 317-745-6431.

Thank you,

Brandie Pauley, RN BSN

Danville High School Clinic Nurse

bpauley@danville.k12.in.us

Phone: 317-745-6431

Fax: 317-745-3908

Attention Freshmen, Sophomores, and Juniors!

How would you like an amazing opportunity to visit and experience Europe? Well you will have

that chance! Summer, 2025, you have the opportunity to travel with your friends for 10 days

through various European countries! We will visit famous sites, museums, eat local foods, and

visit locations specific to World War II. If you are even remotely interested in going on this trip,

please have a parent (and yourself) attend our next Parent Meeting on Monday, August 19th

at 5:30 pm in the Middle School cafeteria. It’s best to get signed up early to save money and save up money!

Click the link if you are interested! World War ll in Europe Trip

Email Mr. Kemp at akemp@danville.k12.in.us if you have any questions! See you there!

Greetings,

I hope everyone is having a wonderful summer filled with sunshine and fun. I want to take this opportunity to share some exciting additions and enhancements we are introducing this fall. These changes aim to foster a positive and productive learning environment.

Study Tables:

Study Tables have been created to support students in keeping up with their assignments. Study Tables will be held once a week on Wednesdays, from 3:45 PM to 4:15 PM, and will be supervised by current staff.

Students with missing assignments will be eligible to attend Study Tables for that week. Teachers will submit the names and assignments of students with missing work, and notifications will be sent out via email to both students and parents on Monday, scheduling them for the upcoming Wednesday Study Table.

If a student submits the missing assignment before the assigned Study Table, they will not need to attend. However, students who do not attend the scheduled Study Table on Wednesday will be assigned to a Tier 1 Friday School for the same week and must stay for the entire session. If a student does not complete their missing work during Wednesday’s Study Table, they will also be required to attend Friday School that week and remain until the assignment is completed. Should the student complete the work before Friday School, they may be excused from attending.

Continual non-attendance at Study Tables or Friday School, or failure to complete missing assignments, will lead to a scheduled parent meeting the following week to discuss the student's academic progress. Students will remain assigned to Study Tables until all assignments are submitted.

Lanyard Policy:

This fall, we will be implementing a new lanyard policy requiring all students and staff to wear a visible lanyard at all times. This aligns with our existing policy for construction crews and visitors in the building. Studies have shown that lanyard policies enhance student safety and ensure everyone is easily identifiable.

At the start of the school year, students will be provided with a color-coded lanyard indicating their class year. This lanyard, along with the school-issued ID attached to it, must be worn visibly at all times while on school premises, from entry to exit. This policy is a crucial part of our commitment to providing a safe and secure learning environment for everyone.

If a student is sent to the office for not complying with the lanyard policy, they will be documented and provided with a temporary form of identification. The progressive discipline steps for non-compliance are listed below.

• 1st Offense – Verbal warning

• 2nd Offense – Tier I Friday School

• 3rd Offense – Tier II Friday School

• 4th Offense – One Day of In-school Suspension

• 5th Offense - Progressive discipline as determined by Administration

Minga E-Hall Pass:

We are transitioning from the traditional paper hall pass system to a virtual "E-Hall Pass" system using the Minga platform. This change is designed to create a more efficient process that emphasizes the importance of classroom presence. In simple terms, if a student needs to use the restroom, they will use their school-issued device to access Minga and create a pass, or they will receive a pass from a teacher or office staff.

Electronic Devices:

In accordance with state law, DCHS enforces a comprehensive policy on electronic devices, permitting their use during class only with explicit administrative approval. The school's policy prohibits the use of phones from the moment class begins until it is dismissed ("Bell to Bell"). This restriction also applies when students are excused to the main office, guidance office, restroom, or nurse's office during class time. Teachers may require specific device storage methods, such as using a cell phone pouch or a secured location, to ensure compliance.

Outside of instructional hours, students are allowed to use electronic devices before and after school, during lunch periods, and between classes. Non-compliance with these guidelines may result in disciplinary actions and the loss of device usage privileges. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in maintaining a focused learning environment.

Handbook Updates:

All revisions and additions (Highlighted in Yellow) to the student handbook can be found by clicking on the link below.

2024-2025 DCHS Student Handbook

• All tardies will be unexcused unless medical documentation is provided.

For any questions or concerns, please reach out to the DCHS Administrative Team.

Sincerely,

Mr. Kyle Owens

Assistant Principal

Danville Community High School

If you are a new student and did not attend Warrior Welcome Day, Chromebooks will be assigned the first few days of school.

Incoming freshman need to bring their Chromebook and charger to turn in the first week of school, so you can be issued a new one.

As a reminder, student Chromebooks have a protection policy against accidental damage. This policy requires that the case must remain on the Chromebook at all times. Damage that takes place without the case could be subject to a repair fee.

Returning students can have Chromebook issues addressed before school or Monday through Thursday during their lunch. See Mrs. McQuinn in the Student Support Center (adjacent to the cafeteria).

School Pictures - Underclassmen retakes will be September 16th.

ID Cards & Lanyards - All students are required to have a current ID card. Please stop by the main office if you were not at WWD. Effective this year, students and staff are required to wear their school issued lanyards & ID cards during the school day.

Yearbooks - Yearbooks can be purchased for $60.

Students planning to drive to school will need to purchase a parking pass. To register, please use the link that corresponds to your class:

Class of 2025

Class of 2026

Class of 2027

Class of 2028

Once students register, they can follow the payment instructions above. Passes will distributed on Monday, August 12th and Tuesday, August 13th during lunches.

One thing to note....if your student already has a parking pass, they do not need to register/pay for another pass this year. The pass they received last year is good until they graduate. If your student has misplaced their pass, they will need to stop in the main office to get a replacement. There is a $10 charge to replace a pass.

If your student is driving a different vehicle this year and already has a parking permit, they will need to stop in the front office to update that information.

Please notice the revised bell schedule. Period times have changed, and the Friday study hall has been eliminated. Our schedule will be the same Monday-Friday.

Students can enter the building at 8:15 AM and may congregate in the cafeteria and commons areas until 8:25 AM when they are permitted to go to their classrooms. If you drop off your student prior to 8:15 AM, they will have to wait outside.

Your lunch time is connected to your Period 4 teacher.

Student Driver Arrival Procedures

• Students will enter campus through the entry off of U.S. 36.
• Students will travel south on Warrior Way toward Warrior Stadium where they will park in the west parking lot.

***The student parking lot is reserved for students only!***

Student Driver Dismissal Procedures

• All students will be dismissed from school at 3:35 PM
• Student drivers will not be allowed to leave the school parking lot until the buses have left.
• A gate will be closed keeping students from departing until the buses have left.
• Students will depart north, by driving on Warrior Way toward U.S. 36.
• By using their turn signal, one DCSC Police Officer will help students exit onto U.S. 36 where they can travel east or west.

Parent/Guardian Arrival and Dismissal Procedures

• Adults arriving to pick up or drop off their students will enter campus from U.S. 36 and travel south-east to door 17.
• Vehicles will line up along the sidewalk to drop off or pick up their student(s) and then exit via Westview Dr. onto Mackey Rd.

Due to the closure of Warrior Way and construction on the premises, students who walk to and from DCHS will need to follow the updated yellow paths (see map below):

Walkers from the West (ie: DCMS, Clear Creek)

• Students will walk along Lincoln St. to the temporary gravel path that leads to Warrior Stadium. DO NOT enter or tamper with the construction fencing along the way.
• Enter the gates at Warrior Stadium and walk between the bleachers and fencing. DO NOT enter onto the track and/or field.
• Exit the gate, turn right towards DCHS, and follow the sidewalk to door 14 (gymnasium entrance).

Walkers from the East (ie: from town)

• Students will follow the sidewalk along Mackey Rd. to the temporary gravel entrance near the cross walk.
• Follow the gravel path/paved road to the rear (south side) of the building to door 8 (at the loading dock).

Please note that the main office entrance will be at door 17.

If your student will be absent or tardy, please notify the office by calling 317-745-6431 or emailing hsattendance@danville.k12.in.us. Thank you!

DCHS Warriors All-Sports Passes are back! Passes can be purchased at any time at https://danvilleathletics.com/Tickets. Senior citizens, who are also Danville residents, are eligible for a free, lifetime Silver Pass. Interested individuals must stop by the DCSC administration office, in person, to obtain this pass.

Please contact the Athletic Department at 317-745-3929 with further questions.

Every student participating in a 2024-25 sport needs an updated physical dated on or after April 1, 2024 on file in Final Forms.

Breakfast will cost $1.50 for paying students and $.30 for reduced price students.

An elementary lunch will cost $3.25 and a secondary lunch is $3.35. Reduced price lunch for all grades is $.40. Ala Carte items will be sold at an additional charge.

For lunch, students must take at least three of the five meal components (meat, grain, fruit, vegetable, and milk). In order for the meal to be considered a complete meal, one of these three components must be a fruit, juice, or vegetable.

We also serve breakfast! For breakfast, students must take at least three of the offered items, with one being a fruit, vegetable, or juice. For more information regarding what makes a meal, please see the link below.

https://www.danville.k12.in.us/departments/food-services/meal-information

Any second meals, second entrees, or ala carte items will be charged to the student's account.

Free and reduced meal applications will be processed to determine eligibility for meals. We encourage households who may qualify to apply with a meal application in order to receive these benefits. A new meal application must be submitted yearly, unless you received a letter in the mail stating that your household automatically qualified for free/reduced meals through the direct certification process.

Both paper and online free/reduced meal applications and instructions are available at the following link:

https://www.danville.k12.in.us/departments/food-services/free-reduced-meal-applications

If your family is in need of additional assistance, please visit the link below for SNAP, TANF, Medicaid, Hoosier Healthwise, and HIP applications.

https://www.in.gov/fssa/dfr/ebt-hoosier-works-card/find-my-local-dfr-office/hendricks-county/

Other Food Service Department Information:

Danville Community School Corporation adheres to the specific USDA guidelines in providing special diet accommodations for students. In accordance with the criteria set forth in 7 CFR Part 15b, those students who are unable to eat the school meal due to a disability/medical need/or impairment are accommodated at no additional charge. Please contact our Director of Food Services Mrs. Stephanie Stuemke with further questions at 317-745-0366 or sstuemke@danville.k12.in.us.

Please see the link below to access the special dietary needs form:

https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1697823692/danvillek12inus/sfw3s7jtt2rkwhxj3x9o/SpecialDietaryNeedsAccomodationsform.pdf

Other information such as our menus, charging policy, and wellness policy are listed on our food service website: https://www.danville.k12.in.us/departments/food-services/overview

Please note that the food service department utilizes Nutrislice for its online menus. This website provides an in-depth look at each product offered as well as its allergens and nutrition. https://danville.nutrislice.com

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

All students should have up-to-date vaccinations. If your child's vaccinations are not current, please contact your primary care physician or the Hendricks County Health Department to schedule an appointment.

Please make sure you have updated your student's information in SchoolCare: https://www.schoolcare.com/parents/digitalHealthPlatform

If your student has a major health condition that will need to be managed at school by the clinic please have your provider fill out the appropriate paperwork. The provider can also provide an action/care plan that they utilize in their practice to replace the attached form. The clinic must have an updated plan at the start of each school year.

MAIN OFFICE: 317-745-6431, 317-745-3908 (fax)

ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT: 317-745-3929

EMAIL: hsattendance@danville.k12.in.us

ADDRESS: 100 Warrior Way, Danville, IN 46122

WEBSITE: https://hs.danville.k12.in.us/

MISSION: We commit to maximize our students' success through personalized experiences, so they make a difference in any community.

CORE VALUES: Empathy, Excellence, Initiative, Integrity, Personal Growth, Responsiveness