Attention Unicef members! We will be hosting our December activity on the 19th right after school. Hope to see you there!
Nutrition and Wellness are bringing the holiday cheer by making peppermint bark!
DECA competed at Va. Wesleyan University on Wednesday. Our students did amazing and brought home lots of medals!!!
Congrats to Cadet Dameon Love! After excelling on a worldwide AFJROTC physical fitness & aviation test, he was selected as 1 of only 2 second yr cadets to receive a scholarship worth $20K to attend pilot training at an Aviation University this summer.
This is a reminder that the Red Cross Club will have an in person meeting on Monday, December 18 directly after school. We will be decorating boxes for our First Aid Kit donations. See you there!
⚛ Earth Systems students tossed and removed pennies to demonstrate half-life of radioactive isotope. Half-life is the length of time it takes for half of the radioactive atoms to decay. It use to determine the age of geologic material🪨
🌎 World History 1 students engaged in a STEM modeling challenge to build St Peter's Basilica to replicate the challenges faced by architects by using basic building materials. The students had a great time!🏗
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program or SNAP (formerly known as “Food Stamps”) provides eligible households with food benefits.
Students in households that receive SNAP are also eligible for meals at no cost at school. Students who have access to SNAP are more likely to be in good health and miss less school. Many households may not be aware they qualify. To learn more and to apply, visit https://www.dss.virginia.gov/benefit/snap.cgi
Earth Systems students dig up some dirt while sharpening their observations in searching for evidence of fossilized marine organisms.
Five of our high schools were awarded top honors from W!SE! W!SE is dedicated to improving economic mobility through programs that develop financial literacy and readiness for college and careers.
⭐ Grassfield High School (Platinum Star)
⭐ Hickory High School (Blue Star)
⭐ Deep Creek High School (Blue Star)
⭐ Western Branch High School (Blue Star)
In addition, 20 of our teachers, representing all 7 high schools, were named Gold Star Teachers ⭐ for earning a 93% pass rate in at least one of their classes in either the Fall 2022 or Spring 2023 W!SE Financial Literacy Certification Test administration.
Students investigate a genetic disorder called hypercholesterolemia (high cholesterol) by analysis gel electrophoresis experiment. Electrophoresis is a laboratory technique used to separate DNA, RNA or protein molecules based on their size and electrical charge.
Congratulations to the Deep Creek Wrestling TEAM for an outstanding weekend, matside! The Varsity team was 3-0 this weekend, with wins over Norview, Tabb and Woodside. Wyatt Matthews, Amir Wray-Hill, Caden Stevenson and Sam Diggs all went 3-0. The Girls Team went to Louisa County, and Riley Maynard placed 3rd in an All Girls Tournament.
The Creek Is Rising!
Our DCHS Book Fair has ended, but you can still order online through Thursday, December 14. Our DCHS library will earn 25% of all online sales.
https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/deepcreekhighschool
The Virginia Board of Education will be in Chesapeake Wednesday, December 13 as an opportunity for Virginians to learn more about new accountability measurements and discuss their expectations for the upcoming accountability measurements.
Register here: https://ow.ly/CpGS50Qgt7B
Only 2 days left of our DCHS Book Fair! We also have lots of books available for checkout! Come see our Elf and her holiday book recommendations.
The Hour of Code is a global initiative to support Computer Science Education Week and introduce millions of students to one hour of computer science and computer programming. All students (PreK-12) can participate!
Visit https://hourofcode.com/us/learn, pick an activity and spend at least one hour coding a solution.
Let us know when you have completed an Hour of Code! Students, teachers and families are encouraged to share a photo holding the Hour of Code certificate sign. Download your copy here: https://5il.co/299hj
Be sure to include our hashtag #CPSHourofCode 😁🖥️
Deep Creek Ornaments on sale in the library! Only $8. Cash, check (DCHS), or OSP.
⚕ SMA freshman visited the Health Science programs at @tccvabeach last Tuesday. Students explored career fields of EMT, Pathology, Ultrasound, Radiology, Occupational therapy and Physical therapy assistant. The programs engaged, delighted and grossed out some students.
Are you interested in being the next Miss Deep Creek High School? The 2023-2024 Miss Deep Creek High School pageant will be hosted on February 16 at 7pm in the auditorium. ALL interested candidates are encouraged to apply. We need representatives from ALL grade levels. The application can be found on the DCH Clubs and Activities Canvas course. The application and $20 fee is due no later than Thursday, December 14. Please contact Mrs. Bailey in 602 with any questions.
Congratulations to the Varsity Boys Swim Team on their win over Grassfield this weekend 93-90! The hornets were lead by Tyler Swartz, Ian Garth, Dahmon Harmon, Troy Salpeter, Braden Krum, Ari Morrozoff, and Liam Hayes! #bleedpurple
