Deerfield High School

Weekly UpdateNovember 9, 2020. Issue 12

CONTENTCONTENT

School ChestSchool Chest

Counseling CornerCounseling Corner

Shout OutsShout Outs

Activities & AthleticsActivities & AthleticsHighlightsHighlights

Principal's MessagePrincipal's Message

Dear DHS students, families, and staff,

There is no doubt that the 2020 election will have a historically profound impacton our youth. As a nation, we expressed the importance of voting and letting eachvoice be heard, with the highest voter turnout in modern history. The electionalso resulted in historic wins for individuals typically underrepresented in politicalpositions, including Kamala Harris becoming the first woman of color to beelected Vice President of the United States. Arguably, these diverse politiciansimpact our youth's ability to realize their full potential and open the door to vastcareer possibilities. From an education perspective, I am hopeful that thesehistoric moments promote our students to be active participants in thedemocratic process and encourage them to dream big. During a time filled withso many possibilities, I am excited to work alongside our excellent teachers toprovide students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to achieve theirfuture dreams - without established or perceived limitations. Thank you to ourparents/guardians and families for nurturing our students in their pursuit ofaccomplishing their personal goals.

On a lighter note, please be reminded that we do not have school thisWednesday for Veterans' Day. As such, Monday will be a Cycle 78 day andTuesday will be a Cycle 56 day. (Please see this week's schedule below.)

Stay safe! Be well!Kathryn AndersonPrincipal

School ChestSchool Chest

We are already in our second week of School Chest 2020 benefitting Fill a Heart 4 KidsFill a Heart 4 Kids, an amazing organization thatdoes incredibly important and challenging work to help provide resources, support, and positive experiences tohomeless and at-risk youth. We are so amazed that so many of you have gotten involved and look forward to seeingwhat our community can do when we continue to stand together. See below for more information about this week’supcoming events and ways to get involved!

FASHION 4 COMPASSION: Come shop at different local stores in-person or online and a portion of your purchasegoes straight towards School Chest! This week, make sure to check out Sasha Grace DesignsSasha Grace Designs, Just Between FriendsJust Between Friends,Style ShackStyle Shack, Accessorize MeAccessorize Me, Lakeshore Pet BoutiqueLakeshore Pet Boutique, and Central HPCentral HP! For more information about the differentstores getting involved, what day(s) and how to shop, see our official flier linked herehere.

PORTION NIGHTS: Come eat at various local restaurants for a percentage to be donated towards School Chest! Forall fliers and a full calendar of our portion nights, see herehere or at SchoolChest.orgSchoolChest.org.Lou Malnati’sLou Malnati’s: 20% donated on Monday, November 9th (4:00pm-10:00pm)Cafe Zupas:Cafe Zupas: 25% donated on Tuesday, November 10th (5:00pm-9:00pm)Nothing Bundt CakesNothing Bundt Cakes: 20% donated on Wednesday, November 11th (9:00am-6:00pm)PortillosPortillos: 20% donated on Thursday, November 12th (5:00pm-8:00pm)PotbellyPotbelly: 25% donated on Friday, November 13th (5:00pm-8:00pm)

CHECKBOOKS: Every year to raise money for School Chest, Deerfield High School students sell our gift checkbooks,which contains gift certificates to many local stores and restaurants good through next November. These books arevalued at over $315 worth of checks but can be purchased for only $35. When you buy one, your money goes right toFill A Heart 4 Kids and also helps out the local businesses that may be struggling due to the pandemic. To purchase acheckbook, please visit the store on schoolchest.org linked herehere.

RUN FOR CHANGE: Come run/walk with your friends this Saturday, November 14th at our annual 5k, Run 4 Change!Masks will be mandatory whenever not running and social distancing guidelines and screenings will be required. Thisis a great event to come to with your family and enjoy the outside before winter. You can sign up with a team nameherehere.

FROZEN PIZZA SALE: Buy a certificate for a 9-inch Lou Malnati's frozen pizza with the topping choices of cheese,sausage, pepperoni, or spinach. This year you can order the certificate for the frozen pizza and get the certificatedelivered right to your door! With the certificate, you can purchase a pizza from any Lou Malnati's Location. For everypizza that is ordered, $5 is donated to School Chest! Buy one now with this linklink.

Masks and social distancing will be mandatory for all events, and pre-screening will be required for everyone attending.We look forward to seeing you there! To find out more opportunities to get involved, visit the School ChestSchool Chest website anddownload the School Chest appSchool Chest app in the app store to find up-to-date information about events.

Follow along with DHS School Chest 2020 on Facebook, schoolchest2020 on Instagram and @SchoolChest2020 onvenmo!

Counseling CornerCounseling Corner

Depression & Anxiety Resources

The article Signs of Depression during theSigns of Depression during thePandemicPandemic discusses signs of depression and steps toengage your student.

The Coronavirus Anxiety WorkbookCoronavirus Anxiety Workbook is packed withresources and links. We don't want to add stress by sharingsuch a comprehensive resource, so consider exploring thecontents in smaller chunks.

ReminderReminder: : Students are encouraged to submit their feedback for the Students are encouraged to submit their feedback for the Counseling Services SurveyCounseling Services Survey ..

Shout Outs!Shout Outs!

Ms. Kuhn's Voting RoomMs. Kuhn's Voting Room

Ms. Kuhn and her students spent time this weektalking about voting and the importance of ourgovernment. This was a part of their math unit forwhich they worked on 1:1 counting; analyzing charts,data and graphs; and determing who won based onthe greater number of votes and more! Kudos to Ms.Kuhn and students for engaging in these civicdiscussions while learning important math skillssimultaneously!

Fall Choral Festival & ViewingFall Choral Festival & Viewing

Members of the DHS choral groups participated in aviewing party of their virtual Fall Choral Concert thispast week. The concert was an extraordinarycombination of previous concerts and new, virtuallyperformed songs. Kudos to our amazing students forbeing able to come together in such a moving way,even when physically many miles apart. Thank youalso to Mrs. Akers and Ms. Balmer for not onlyteaching our students, but also for the hundreds ofhours spent putting together this year's performance!

DHS Students Named to the Illinois MusicDHS Students Named to the Illinois Music

Educators Association District VII MusicEducators Association District VII Music

FestivalFestival

11 Deerfield High School students were recentlynamed to the Illinois Music Educators AssociationDistrict VII Music Festival. These students auditionedwith hundreds of other high school musicians fromNortheastern Illinois and were chosen based on theirtone, technique and reading skills. This year due toCOVID the festival will be an online masterclassday. Our DHS students will join their peers from over50 other high schools in a day of masterclassexperiences led by college conductors from aroundthe country. Competition for these groups is verystrong, and it is a great honor to be selected.Congratulations to the following musicians:

Band: Jeremy LevinJeremy Levin, ClarinetOrchestra: Annaliese ChoiAnnaliese Choi, flute; Will LewisWill Lewis,Trumpet; Sophia XiaSophia Xia, CelloChorus: Rachael GliebermanRachael Glieberman, Soprano; JessJessKaufmanKaufman, Bass; Lilah LandsmanLilah Landsman, Alto; Sally LynnSally Lynn,Soprano; Liana Oshin Liana Oshin, Soprano; Sophie PicklinSophie Picklin,Soprano; Caroline ReichCaroline Reich, Alto

Directors:Directors:Alicia Akers, Choir DirectorPam Holt, Band DirectorRon Velleuer, Orchestra Director

Activities & Athletics HighlightsActivities & Athletics Highlights

Warrior Words HighlightsWarrior Words Highlights

November 2November 2Fall Play 2: Making Gay History: Before Stonewalltickets NOW ON SALE!Library access to digital magazinesCollege rep visitsMedical Careers Club meeting info

November 4November 4 (repeats from November 2 not included)Earthworks tip of the month

For ease of access, please use these links to go to the Athletics and Warriors Words (Activities) webpages.

Athletics website Activities - Warrior Words

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