Throughout the week, seniors will have opportunities to get support as they work on, review, and submit their college applications. Several participating colleges and universities are waiving application fees for VCAW participants. Specific fee waiver codes will be available to students who participate in VCAW activities.
Senior Checklist Before Monday:
Make sure your Chromebook is ready.
Set up your Common App or college application accounts.
Gather the necessary information you need to complete applications.
Check the participating schools list to decide which applications to prioritize.
Application Help Sessions:
Where: Media Center
When: Every day during all lunches, plus Tuesday and Thursday during Advisory
Host: Ms. Altizer
Note: If attending during Advisory, be sure to submit a pass to Ms. Altizer in advance.
VCAW Spirit Week Schedule:
Monday: College Colors Day (Wear gear/colors from your favorite college)
Tuesday: Tourist Day
Wednesday: PJ Day
Thursday: Career Day
Friday: Purple & White Day
Seniors, check out the VCAW poster in the cafeteria for participating colleges, fee waiver information, timelines, and preparation steps.
Get ready, Hornets! Prepare. Apply. Celebrate. Your next step starts Monday!
@LevelUpVirginia
#VCAW #LevelUpVirginia #LevelUpHornets
The Varsity Swim Team will hold tryouts November 9th at 6:15am-7:20am at 1200 Back Road Chesapeake, VA 23322. Transportation is required to get to and from the facility. You must have a valid physical on file with the school prior to trying out. Stop by 721 10/26 to get schedules.
VCAW starts next week, Hornets! 💜
We’re celebrating Virginia College Application Week with a Spirit Week for the whole school! Whether college is part of your future plans or you just want to join the fun, show your Hornet spirit all week long.
VCAW Spirit Week Schedule:
Monday: College Colors Day 🎓
Tuesday: College is Calling — Tourist Day 🌴
Wednesday: Dream Big — PJ Day 💤
Thursday: Dress for Your Future — Career Day 💼
Friday: Future is Bright — Purple & White Day 💜
Five days. Five themes. One week to celebrate what comes next!
Which day are you most excited for? 👀
@LevelUpVirginia
#VCAW #LevelUpVirginia #LevelUpHornets
Deep Creek High School Athletic Physicals
Getting ready for upcoming sports seasons? Deep Creek High School is offering athletic physicals!
Date: October 29th
Time: 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: Deep Creek High School
Cost: $20.00 (Cash)
IMPORTANT REQUIREMENT:
Students must have parents complete ALL sections of the VHSL Physical form BEFORE the doctor will see them.
Go Hornets!
#DeepCreekHighSchool #DCHornets #AthleticPhysicals #HighSchoolSports #VHSL
DCHS PTSA Presents: The Fall Craft Show
Join us this Saturday, Oct. 24, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Deep Creek High School!
What to expect:
Over 100 craft vendors
3 local food trucks: Hope House Coffee, Big Mike's Q, and AJ's Soda Shop
Come shop, eat, and enjoy the day with us!
#DeepCreekHighSchool #FallCraftShow #DCHSPTSA #ShopLocal #CraftShow
Support the Science and Medicine Academy (SMA)!
Merchandise sales are our only fundraiser of the year, directly funding student food, field trips, swag, and social activities. SMA t-shirts are strongly encouraged for field trips.
Exclusive Design Features
Color: Purple
Front: Features the adapted SMA Crest
Back: Features a detailed spine entwined with vibrant natural floral elements, designed by SMA junior Patricia Miller
Quality & Fit: Premium Gildan cotton-polyester blend in unisex sizing
Apparel Options & Pricing
Short Sleeve T-Shirt: $20.00 (Sizes: XS–XL) | $25.00 (Extended Sizes: 2XL, 3XL)
Long Sleeve T-Shirt: $25.00 (Sizes: XS–XL) | $30.00 (Extended Sizes: 2XL, 3XL)
Crewneck Sweatshirt: $30.00 (Sizes: S–XL) | $35.00 (Extended Sizes: 2XL, 3XL, 4XL)
Sweatshirt Hoodie: $35.00 (Sizes: S–XL) | $40.00 (Extended Sizes: 2XL, 3XL, 4XL)
Order Deadline
Open now through Thursday, October 29, 2026.
How to Pay & Order
Pay Online: Pay through Online School Payment (Givebacks).
https://deepcreekhigh.givebacks.com/shop?category=1bab5474-b265-42f3-a068-5f9d5693c6b8
Pay In Person: Make checks payable to Deep Creek High School or bring exact cash to the Media Center or Mrs. O’Connell. (Do not give payment to other teachers or leave it unattended).
Submit Order: Complete a paper order form or submit the Online Order Request Form.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeMGtVbr1M_by4qNqnY5MnuIFPGbhT7ssK8An4vXQIawwxCmA/viewform
Show your SMA pride and support our academy events for the year! Place your order by October 29th.
Virginia College Application Week is October 26–30! If you are planning to apply to college, now is the time to get ready.
Make a list of the applications you want to submit during VCAW, research admission requirements, start working on your essays, and make sure your Common App or college application accounts are ready to go.
Many participating colleges and universities are offering application fee waivers for students who participate in VCAW! Fee waiver codes for participating schools will be provided through VCAW participation, so plan ahead and decide which applications you may want to prioritize during the week.
Need help getting application-ready? Ms. Altizer will host VCAW Prep Sessions in the Media Center during all lunches on Tuesday, October 20 and Thursday, October 22. Bring your Chromebook and use the time to work on applications, get organized, or ask questions before VCAW begins.
During VCAW, Ms. Altizer will host Application Help Sessions every day during all lunches in the Media Center, as well as Tuesday and Thursday during Advisory. If you plan to attend during Advisory, please put in a pass to Ms. Altizer.
And don't forget, we're celebrating VCAW with a Spirit Week for the whole school!
🎓 Monday: College Colors Day
🌴 Tuesday: College is Calling — Tourist Day
💤 Wednesday: Dream Big — PJ Day
💼 Thursday: Dress for Your Future — Career Day
💜 Friday: Future is Bright — Purple & White Day
Not sure which schools are participating or what you should be working on now? Check out the VCAW poster in the cafeteria for participating colleges and universities, fee waiver information, the Spirit Week schedule, and a step-by-step timeline to help you prepare.
Prepare. Apply. Celebrate. Your next step starts here!
#VCAW @levelupvirginia #LevelUpHornets"
*Only students being inducted will receive an email invitation.
🎓 Virginia College Application Week (Oct 26–30, 2026) 🎓
High school seniors! Virginia College Application Week (VCAW) is coming up! Get the time, resources, and counselor support you need to prepare, complete, and submit your college applications—plus, take advantage of application fee waivers at participating colleges and universities!
Here is the schedule for upcoming support sessions:
PREP SESSIONS
• Dates: Tuesday, Oct 13 | Tuesday, Oct 20 | Thursday, Oct 22
• Time: During all lunches
• Location: Media Center
• Details: Get ready for VCAW with helpful information and resources to prepare for your applications.
VCAW HELP SESSIONS
• Dates: Monday, Oct 26 – Friday, Oct 30
• Time: During all lunches
• Location: Media Center
• Details: Work on your applications with counselor support and take advantage of fee waivers.
ADVISORY SESSIONS
• Dates: Tuesday, Oct 27 | Thursday, Oct 29
• Location: Media Center
• Details: Join us during Advisory for extra time and support with your applications. Submit an eHall Pass to Ms. Altizer and report to the Media Center.
Explore your options, apply with support, save on application fees, and take the next step!
#VCAW #LevelUpVirginia #LevelUpHornets
Order Form: https://tinyurl.com/seniorswag27
ITEMS & PRICING:
• Tees: $15 (Includes front + back print)
• Hoodies: $25 (Includes front + back print)
• Sweatpants: $35 (Presale only)
IMPORTANT DETAILS:
• Deadline: All orders AND payments must be submitted by Monday, October 19, 2026.
• Pre-Order Note: Sweatpants are pre-order ONLY! Tees and hoodies are sold all year, but ordering during presale locks in your size.
• Fit: All items are unisex and typically run true to size.
HOW TO PAY:
1. Pay online at https://npo.givebacks.com/welcome
2. Pay with cash or check to Dr. Ely in Room 411.
Secure your senior merch before it's too late!
Monday, October 12 @ 7pm (Gate opens at 6pm)
Cost: $5 at the gate (Cash/Card)
This is a Junior/Senior Class Fundraiser. It is not a CPS athletic event. CPS athletic passes will not be accepted.
We need YOUR help to fill it! We’ve created an Amazon Wish List with all kinds of candy and treats. Simply choose an item from the list, and it can be shipped directly to us — easy peasy!
Whether you donate one bag or ten, every contribution helps us create something fun and memorable for our Hornets!
Candy donations are needed by October 8th.
Shop our DCHS PTSA Amazon Wish List:
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1K8WYRLH7Q1BM
Thank you for always showing up for our students and helping us make their high school memories a little sweeter!
Please SHARE — and help us fill the Candy Bar!
