This Day in History:

The U.S. Sanitary Commission Fair in Washington, D.C., closes with President Lincoln commending the organization for its fine work.

 

*The Math-A-Thon is here!  Get your information packets from your math teachers.  All proceeds benefit the St. Jude's Children's Hospital.  Raise money, and get extra credit in math for participating.  The math class that raises the most money will get an ice cream sundae party!

 

 

*Students just another reminder that picture day is today Thursday March 18th. 

Pictures will be taken during your PE class. You do not have to purchase them, but we would like all students to have them taken.

 

 

*“Students, you’re invited to the Teen Issues Youth Conference on Saturday, March 27^th at Woodland Community College.  A representative will be here Friday and Monday at lunch in between the Admin Office and Cafeteria to register.  The event is free, includes lunch and will raffle off $100 in prizes.  See Mr. Canales or Ms. Lozano for more details.”

 

 

*Cooking Club this today, Thursday from 3-5 Pm in the teacher’s workroom.  See you there.

 

 

*Next Honor Society meeting is Tuesday, March 23 directly after school in D-2. We will make final decision on fundraiser and sign up to work the sales table after spring break. Please let Mrs. Soga know if you are unable to make it but would like to work the sales table.

 

 

*Bulletin News from Student Store:

We are coming to an end for ordering this year's yearbook.  The price is $38.00 and must be ordered by April 1st.  Don't miss out!

Those students that are on the debt list for library or expo fees keep in mind that the end of the year fun activities will soon be starting.  If you are on the debt list you may not attend.  If you are not sure come and see me in the student store.

I still have the new sweatshirts available to purchase for $20.00.  The girl’s zippered sweatshirts are $25.00. 

If you are interested in track please make sure that all your paper work is in and ready to go. If not sure, come check with me.

Mrs. Bailey, Student Store

 

 

*Just a reminder that there will no school tomorrow, Friday, March 19, 2010, it is a Recess Day for the District.

 

 

 

 

 

This Day in History:

On this day in 1776, British forces are forced to evacuate Boston following General George Washington's successful placement of fortifications and cannons on Dorchester Heights, which overlooks the city from the south.

 

*The Math-A-Thon is here!  Get your information packets from your math teachers.  All proceeds benefit the St. Jude's Children's Hospital.  Raise money, and get extra credit in math for participating.  The math class that raises the most money will get an ice cream sundae party!

 

 

*Students just another reminder that picture day is coming Thursday March 18th. 

Pictures will be taken during your PE class. You do not have to purchase them, but we would like all students to have them taken.

 

 

*“Students, you’re invited to the Teen Issues Youth Conference on Saturday, March 27^th at Woodland Community College.  A representative will be here Friday and Monday at lunch in between the Admin Office and Cafeteria to register.  The event is free, includes lunch and will raffle off $100 in prizes.  See Mr. Canales or Ms. Lozano for more details.”

 

 

*Cooking Club this Thursday from 3-5 Pm in the teacher’s workroom.  See you there.

 

 

*Next Honor Society meeting is Tuesday, March 23 directly after school in D-2. We will make final decision on fundraiser and sign up to work the sales table after spring break. Please let Mrs. Soga know if you are unable to make it but would like to work the sales table.

 

 

*Bulletin News from Student Store:

We are coming to an end for ordering this year's yearbook.  The price is $38.00 and must be ordered by April 1st.  Don't miss out!

Those students that are on the debt list for library or expo fees keep in mind that the end of the year fun activities will soon be starting.  If you are on the debt list you may not attend.  If you are not sure come and see me in the student store.

I still have the new sweatshirts available to purchase for $20.00.  The girl’s zippered sweatshirts are $25.00. 

If you are interested in track please make sure that all your paper work is in and ready to go. If not sure, come check with me.

Mrs. Bailey, Student Store

 

 

*Yesterday the boy’s soccer team defeated C A Jacobs 1-0 in a hard fought game. After a scoreless first half, Raul Barajas scored the only goal in the game off of a nice pass from Alexis Corona. Michael Alvarez-Romo and David Jimenez were strong in the middle, and the defense continues to dominate, allowing only 4 shots on net and helping to record the 5th shutout of the season for Douglass. The action continues today versus the Lee Wildcats here at Douglass. Today's game is a fundraising event - there will be drinks and snacks for sale, as well as a raffle and music. Admission is only $1 for students, free if you have an ASB sticker. All money raised will help the athletic program for next year. Come support your team and school.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This Day in History:

The United States Military Academy--the first military school in the United States--is founded by Congress for the purpose of educating and training young men in the theory and practice of military science.

 

 

*Today we have a short meeting for honor society in D-2 right after school. We will decide on our fund raising project.

 

 

*The Math-A-Thon is here!  Get your information packets from your math teachers.  All proceeds benefit the St. Jude's Children's Hospital.  Raise money, and get extra credit in math for participating.  The math class that raises the most money will get an ice cream sundae party!

 

 

*Students just another reminder that the picture day is coming Thursday March 18th. 

Pictures will be taken during your PE class. You do not have to purchase them, but we would like all students to have them taken.

 

 

*“Students, you’re invited to the Teen Issues Youth Conference on Saturday, March 27^th at Woodland Community College.  A representative will be here Friday and Monday at lunch in between the Admin Office and Cafeteria to register.  The event is free, includes lunch and will raffle off $100 in prizes.  See Mr. Canales or Ms. Lozano for more details.”

 

 

*Bulletin News from Student Store:

We are coming to an end for ordering this year's yearbook.  The price is $38.00 and must be ordered by April 1st.  Don't miss out!

Those students that are on the debt list for library or expo fees keep in mind that the end of the year fun activities will soon be starting.  If you are on the debt list you may not attend.  If you are not sure come and see me in the student store.

I still have the new sweatshirts available to purchase for $20.00.  The girl’s zippered sweatshirts are $25.00. 

If you are interested in track please make sure that all your paper work is in and ready to go. If not sure, come check with me.

Mrs. Bailey, Student Store

 

 

*Basketball Club will be cancelled today, and will resume on Thursday.

 

 

*Tomorrow the boy’s soccer team is at home hosting the Lee Wildcats. This is a fundraising event; there will be refreshments, snacks, and a raffle during the game. Admission to tomorrow's game is only $1 for students, free if you have an ASB sticker and $2 for adults. Come support the athletic program and the boy’s soccer team.

 

 

 

 

This Day in History:

On this day in 1965, President Lyndon B. Johnson addressed a joint session of Congress to urge the passage of legislation guaranteeing voting rights for all.

 

 

*The Math-A-Thon is here!  Get your information packets from your math teachers.  All proceeds benefit the St. Jude's Children's Hospital.  Raise money, and get extra credit in math for participating.  The math class that raises the most money will get an ice cream sundae party!

 

 

*Students just another reminder that the picture day is coming Thursday March 18th. 

Pictures will be taken during your PE class. You do not have to purchase them, but we would like all students to have them taken.

 

 

*“Students, you’re invited to the Teen Issues Youth Conference on Saturday, March 27^th at Woodland Community College.  A representative will be here Friday and Monday at lunch in between the Admin Office and Cafeteria to register.  The event is free, includes lunch and will raffle off $100 in prizes.  See Mr. Canales or Ms. Lozano for more details.”

 

 

*Bulletin News from Student Store:

We are coming to an end for ordering this year's yearbook.  The price is $38.00 and must be ordered by April 1st.  Don't miss out!

Those students that are on the debt list for library or expo fees keep in mind that the end of the year fun activities will soon be starting.  If you are on the debt list you may not attend.  If you are not sure come and see me in the student store.

I still have the new sweatshirts available to purchase for $20.00.  The girl’s zippered sweatshirts are $25.00. 

If you are interested in track please make sure that all your paper work is in and ready to go. If not sure, come check with me.

Mrs. Bailey, Student Store

 

 

*Northern California Tournament of Champions Wrestling Championships.  

Zack Lackey placed 6th out of 26 wrestlers at 76 pounds in Saturdays TOC tournament.

 Wrestlers from the Oregon border to Bakersfield participated in the tournament held in Loomis. 

Great job Zack.

 

 

*Last week on Thursday the boy’s soccer team beat Emerson Middle School by a score of 5-0. This is the 4th shutout this year due to a strong defense, which allowed no shots on net. Fernando Roa scored early in the game, followed by 3 goals for Marcos Martinez and another by Jose Aranda. Jose also had an assist, as did Alexis Corona, Isaiah Jimenez, and Luis Macias. Osvaldo Vera had another strong game, and David Jimenez continues to dominate the middle of the field. The boys remained undefeated, but will face 3 tough teams next week, starting with CA Jacobs at home on Tuesday.

 

 

*Douglass Girls Soccer match last Thursday with Emerson Douglass won 5 to 2 over Emerson with goals scored by the following: 

Ashleigh Acevedo (1); Esther Bibriesca (1); Xochilt (1) and Roxana Ramos (2).

The whole team demonstrated very good offensive and defensive play.

thanks, Coach Colin

 

 

 

This Day in History:

On this day in 1933, eight days after his inauguration, President Franklin D. Roosevelt gives his first national radio address or "fireside chat," broadcast directly from the White House.

 

 

*Students just another reminder that the picture day is coming Thursday March 18th. 

Pictures will be taken during your PE class. You do not have to purchase them, but we would like all students to have them taken.

 

 

*Today is Career Day. Be ready to learn about the wonderful world of work. We will have guest speakers from a variety of different careers like: Law Enforcement, Business, Health Care, Veterinary, Woodland Fire Dept, Yolo County Sheriffs Dep. and many more.

 

 

*Attention EAOP students: Please return your field trip permission form to Mr. Humphrey no later than today.

 

*“Students, You’re invited to the Teen Issues Youth Conference on Saturday, March 27^th at Woodland Community College.  A representative will be here Friday and Monday at lunch in between the Admin Office and Cafeteria to register.  The event is free, includes lunch and will raffle off $100 in prizes.  See Mr. Canales or Ms. Lozano for more details.”

 

 

*Bulletin News from Student Store:

We are coming to an end for ordering this year's yearbook.  The price is $38.00 and must be ordered by April 1st.  Don't miss out!

Those students that are on the debt list for library or expo fees keep in mind that the end of the year fun activities will soon be starting.  If you are on the debt list you may not attend.  If you are not sure come and see me in the student store.

I still have the new sweatshirts available to purchase for $20.00.  The girl’s zippered sweatshirts are $25.00. 

If you are interested in track please make sure that all your paper work is in and ready to go. If not sure, come check with me.

Mrs. Bailey, Student Store

 

 

*Yesterday the boy’s soccer team beat Emerson Middle School by a score of 5-0. This is the 4th shutout this year due to a strong defense, which allowed no shots on net. Fernando Roa scored early in the game, followed by 3 goals for Marcos Martinez and another by Jose Aranda. Jose also had an assist, as did Alexis Corona, Isaiah Jimenez, and Luis Macias. Osvaldo Vera had another strong game, and David Jimenez continues to dominate the middle of the field. The boys remained undefeated, but will face 3 tough teams next week, starting with CA Jacobs at home on Tuesday.

 

 

*Douglass Girls Soccer match with Emerson. Douglass won 5 to 2 over Emerson with goals scored by the following: 

Ashleigh Acevedo (1); Esther Bibriesca (1); Xochilt (1) and Roxana Ramos (2).

The whole team demonstrated very good offensive and defensive play.

thanks, Coach Colin

 

 

This Day in History:

On this day in 1779, Congress establishes the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to help plan, design and prepare environmental and structural facilities for the U.S. Army.

 

 

*Students just another reminder that the picture day is coming Thursday March 18th. 

Pictures will be taken during your PE class. You do not have to purchase them, but we would like all students to have them taken.

 

 

*Career Day is this Friday the 12th. Be ready to learn about the wonderful world of work. We will have guest speakers from a variety of different careers like: Law Enforcement, Business, Health Care, Veterinary, Woodland Fire Dept, Yolo County Sheriffs Dep. and many more.

 

 

*Please join us for an awesome Club Live meeting today, Thursday from 3-4pm in Room B-9! We have some great information to share with you plus a new calendar for the remainder of the year. Snacks will be provided!

 

 

*There will not be Guitar Club this week, March 11. I will see you next week.  Mr. Holck

 

*Attention EAOP students: Please return your field trip permission form to Mr. Humphrey by Friday.

 

*Yesterday’s game the girl’s had excellent team play by: Sandra, Roxana and Esther.

Colin Coach

 

 

*The boy’s soccer team beat Emerson Middle School yesterday by a score of 5-1. Sergio Fernandez scored once and had 2 assists in a strong performance. Luis Macias also had 2 goals, Jose Aranda had 1 goal and 1 assist, and Juan Garcia finished the scoring with a goal late in the game. Michael Alvarez-Romo and Enrique Gonzalez also had good offensive chances, contributing to 25 shots on net. Douglass remains undefeated and will play at home today at 4:00 pm versus Emerson.

 

*A pair of glasses were lost on school campus last Friday. They are very important. If anyone finds them or has already found them, please turn them into the front office.

 

 

 

This Day in History:

On this day in 1864, President Abraham Lincoln signs a brief document officially promoting then-Major General Ulysses S. Grant to the rank of lieutenant general of the U.S. Army, tasking the future president with the job of leading all Union troops against the Confederate Army.

 

 

 

*Career Day is this Friday the 12th. Be ready to learn about the wonderful world of work. We will have guest speakers from a variety of different careers like: Law Enforcement, Business, Health Care, Veterinary, Woodland Fire Dept, Yolo County Sheriffs Dep. and many more.

 

 

*'All honor society members--there will be a meeting @ 3:00pm today, Wednesday in D-2. If you are unable to make it but want to be a member, please stop and see Mrs. Soga. Hope to see all there!!!!' 

 

 

*Please join us for an awesome Club Live meeting this Thursday from 3-4pm in Room B-9! We have some great information to share with you plus a new calendar for the remainder of the year.  Snacks will be provided!

 

 

*There will not be Guitar Club this week, March 11.  I will see you next week.  Mr. Holck

 

*Attention EAOP students: Please return your field trip permission form to Mr. Humphrey by Friday.

 

* Yesterday the boy’s soccer team defeated Harper Middle School by a score of 2-0. Jose Aranda and Marco Mendoza scored the goals, assisted by Sergio Fernandez and Marcos Martinez. Luis Macias helped spark the offense in both halves of the game, taking shots on net as well as setting up other offensive opportunities. On defense, Juan Garcia and Eduardo Llamas had strong presence on the field, and held off the Harper attacks, allowing only 3 shots on net. This was Douglass' third straight shutout, tying a school record.

 

 

*Boy’s soccer team is to be excused at 2:15pm.

*A pair of glasses were lost on school campus last Friday. They are very important. If anyone finds them or has already found them, please turn them into the front office.

 

 

 

 

 

This Day in History:

On this day in 1954, President Eisenhower writes a letter to his friend, Paul Helms, in which he privately criticizes Senator Joseph McCarthy s approach to rooting out communists in the federal government.

 

 

*Career Day is this Friday the 12th. Be ready to learn about the wonderful world of work. We will have guest speakers from a variety of different careers like: Law Enforcement, Business, Health Care, Veterinary, Woodland Fire Dept, Yolo County Sheriffs Dep. and many more.

 

 

*'All honor society members--there will be a meeting @ 3:00 on Wednesday in D-2. If you are unable to make it but want to be a member, please stop and see Mrs. Soga. Hope to see all there!!!!' 

 

 

*Please join us for an awesome Club Live meeting this Thursday from 3-4pm in Room B-9! We have some great information to share with you plus a new calendar for the remainder of the year.  Snacks will be provided!

 

 

*Basketball Club has been cancelled for today and will resume on Thursday.

 

*Boy’s soccer team is to be excused at 2:30pm.

 

*A pair of glasses were lost on school campus last Friday. They are very important. If anyone finds them or has already found them, please turn them into the front office.

 

 

 

 

This Day in History:

On this day in history the United States government issues a public statement accusing the Soviet Union of using poison gas and chemical weapons in its war against rebel forces in Afghanistan.

 

 

 

*Career Day is this Friday the 12th. Be ready to learn about the wonderful world of work. We will have guest speakers from a variety of different careers like: Law Enforcement, Business, Health Care, Veterinary, Woodland Fire Dept, Yolo County Sheriffs Dep. and many more.

 

 

 

 

This Day in History:

On this day in 1977, the Dial-a-President radio program, featuring President Jimmy Carter and CBS news anchorman Walter Cronkite, airs for the first time.

 

 

 

*Fun Photos from Spring Fling!

If you want to order your fun photos, go see the proofs in Mrs. Jaeger's window!  She has more order forms, if you need them.  Orders must be turned in by today, March 5th, to Mrs. Jaeger in  A-1.

 

 

 

* Attention 8th grade students:  If you are interested in AVID and would possibly like to be in AVID next year during high school, please come see Mrs. Brink in room C-7 by the end of the day. She can answer your AVID questions and give you an application if you decide you want to be in the class.  Thanks.

 

 

 

 

This Day in History:

On March 4, 1933, at the height of the Great Depression, Franklin Delano Roosevelt is inaugurated as the 32nd president of the United States.

 

  

*Fun Photos from Spring Fling!

If you want to order your fun photos, go see the proofs in Mrs. Jaeger's window!  She has more order forms, if you need them.  Orders must be turned in by Friday, March 5th, to Mrs. Jaeger in A-1.

 

  

* Attention 8th grade students:  If you are interested in AVID and would possibly like to be in AVID next year during high school, please come see Mrs. Brink in room C-7 by the end of the week.  She can answer your AVID questions and give you an application if you decide you want to be in the class.  Thanks.

 

  

*Club Live members - we will be having a special officer planning meeting this Thursday, March 4th,  from 3pm - 3:15 pm in room B9.  Our next Club Live meeting will be next Thursday, March 11th, from 3-4pm in Room B9.  If Club Live officers can not attend these meetings, please let Mrs. Cabrera know.

 

  

*All honor society members please come directly to multi-purpose room directly after 7th period to go over ceremony for this evening. If you are unable to make it, please see Mrs. Soga in D-2"

 

  

*Yesterday the boy’s soccer team defeated Emerson Middle School by a score of 3-0. Isaiah Jimenez scored twice and Fernando Roa put one in the net as well. Assists came from David Jimenez and Christian Castro. Despite the heavy rain, Douglass fought hard and the defense allowed only 5 shots on net - giving a shared shutout for goalies Esai Guevara and Danny Cervantes. There is no boy’s game today, but the girls are at home against Winters, so join us in supporting their efforts.

 

 

 

 

 

 

This Day in History:

In 1820, after months of bitter debate, Congress passes the Missouri Compromise, a bill that temporarily resolves the first serious political clash between slavery and antislavery interests in U.S. history.

 

 

*Fun Photos from Spring Fling!

If you want to order your fun photos, go see the proofs in Mrs. Jaeger's window!  She has more order forms, if you need them.  Orders must be turned in by Friday, March 5th, to Mrs. Jaeger in A-1.

 

 

* Attention 8th grade students:  If you are interested in AVID and would possibly like to be in AVID next year during high school, please come see Mrs. Brink in room C-7 by the end of the week.  She can answer your AVID questions and give you an application if you decide you want to be in the class.  Thanks.

 

 

*Club Live members - we will be having a special officer planning meeting this Thursday, March 4th,  from 3pm - 3:15 pm in room B9.  Our next Club Live meeting will be next Thursday, March 11th, from 3-4pm in Room B9.  If Club Live officers can not attend these meetings, please let Mrs. Cabrera know.

 

 

* All honor society students that would like to participate in the induction ceremony that have not turned in their paperwork; please see Mrs. Soga in D-2 this week. We need to know who will be attending. If you are not able to attend, but would still like to participate in the honor society, please let Mrs. Soga know.

 

 

*Yesterday the boy’s soccer team tied Lee Middle School 0-0 in an action packed game, and remains undefeated against Lee in 5 years. There were plenty of opportunities to score, but good goaltending from both teams kept the game scoreless. Esai Guevarra blocked 12 shots to keep Lee from scoring, and David Jimenez and Christian Castro played well in their positions. The boys will play Lee again on the 17th at home.

 

 

*If you are interested in trying out for the 2010-2011 PHS Cheer Squad you and your parent/guardian must attend the informational meeting held this evening March 3^rd, 6pm at the PHS Cafeteria. This meeting is mandatory for parents/guardians and will help you understand the PHS Cheer program and commitment. 

Tryout dates, location and information will be given at on March 3^rd.

 

 

 

 

This Day in History:

On this day in 1904, Theodor Geisel, better known to the world as Dr. Seuss, the author and illustrator of such beloved children's books as "The Cat in the Hat" and "Green Eggs and Ham," is born in Springfield, Massachusetts.

  

 

*Fun Photos from Spring Fling!

If you want to order your fun photos, go see the proofs in Mrs. Jaeger's window!  She has more order forms, if you need them.  Orders must be turned in by Friday, March 5th, to Mrs. Jaeger in A-1.

 

 

*If you are interested in trying out for the 2010-2011 PHS Cheer Squad you and your parent/guardian must attend the informational meeting held March 3^rd, 6pm at the PHS Cafeteria. This meeting is mandatory for parents/guardians and will help you understand the PHS Cheer program and commitment. 

Tryout dates, location and information will be given at on March 3^rd.

 

 

*Attention Yolo County Youth Leaders, there will be a meeting today, Tuesday at 3:30 in Mr. Canales classroom B-6 to debrief the Living Green Conference.

 

 

*All honor society students that would like to participate in the induction ceremony that have not turned in their paperwork; please see Mrs. Soga in D-2 this week. We need to know who will be attending. If you are not able to attend, but would still like to participate in the honor society, please let Mrs. Soga know.

 

 

 

 

This Day in History:

On this day in 1781, the Articles of Confederation are finally ratified. The Articles were signed by Congress and sent to the individual states for ratification on November 15, 1777.

 

 

*If you are interested in trying out for the 2010-2011 PHS Cheer Squad you and your parent/guardian must attend the informational meeting held March 3^rd, 6pm at the PHS Cafeteria. This meeting is mandatory for parents/guardians and will help you understand the PHS Cheer program and commitment. 

Tryout dates, location and information will be given at on March 3^rd.

 

 

*All honor society students that would like to participate in the induction ceremony that have not turned in their paperwork; please see Mrs. Soga in D-2 this week. We need to know who will be attending. If you are not able to attend, but would still like to participate in the honor society, please let Mrs. Soga know.