Dutch Fork High News & Celebrations
April 16, 2021
Masks and a photo ID will be required for entry! Once you enter, you will not be readmitted!
- REPORT CARDS GO HOME: April 26, 2021
For more important dates, view the district’s 2020-2021 school year calendar: www.lexrich5.org/calendar
Cheerleading tryouts for the upcoming season will be April 19-22. If you weren't able to attend the Interest Meeting, you can pick up a tryout packet in the main office. Please contact Coach Kelly Edrington at kedrington@lexrich5.org if you have any questions.
National Honor Society
Dutch Fork's Academic World Quest Team will be competing in the Carlos and Malú Alvarez Academic WorldQuest™ 2021 National Competition Saturday via Zoom. Team members are Landon Kahl, Jake Hair, and Ben Hawkins.
US National Chemistry Olympiad
PTSO
Celebrate a Birthday or Send a Special Message ... Rent the Dutch Fork Spirit Rock!
Contact dutchforkhsptso@gmail.com for details!🦊
The LAST CHANCE to order a yearbook is April 30th. Order today to guarantee your copy!
CICIS PIZZA LUNCH & LEARN
COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON LUNCH VISIT
ACCUPLACER Test Dates
SENIORS: If you are planning on attending Midlands Technical College after graduation OR have just thought about it, the ACCUPLACER placement test will be given on the following dates, beginning at 8:20 am. If you need to take the placement test, please email Mrs. Erler at nerler@lexrich5.org or stop by room 202 to sign up.
April 22, 2021 - (B-Day) - MTC Application Week! We will be waiving the application fee for all seniors from Monday, April 19th through Friday, April 23rd.
May 6, 2021 - (B-Day)
May 25, 2021 - (A-Day)
ASVAB Test Dates
May 17th - (A Day)
May 18th - ( B-Day)
**All tests will begin at 8:20am. Please email Mrs. Erler at nerler@lexrich5.org or stop by room 202 to sign up. Students are responsible for any missed work.
SCHOOL COUNSELING DEPARTMENT
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OR
Visit: DFHS - School Counseling Webpage for our LIVE TWITTER Feed!
We are posting celebrations, college announcements and
Counselor Connection messages daily!
There is information posted for ALL GRADE LEVELS!
DFHS School Code: 411-101
If you are in crisis, text NEEDHELP to 85511, call 1-800-273-TALK, or dial 911.
The Outreach Center Team at the Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) in Hartsville, SC. We are excited to share with you 2021 summer camp opportunities for rising 6th through 10th grade students. This summer we are offering a variety of interactive learning opportunities covering a wide variety of STEM disciplines.
All camp applications are open and filling quickly. The application deadline is May 15, 2021.
Families may apply for need-based financial assistance for Summer STEM and the GoSciTech. The financial assistance deadline is April 15, 2021 for these programs. If applying after April 15, please check with the camp director to see if aid is still available.
Because of the generous support and sponsorships from businesses, individuals, and foundations, this summer students accepted and enrolled in our CREATEng and iTEAMS day camp programs will receive a full scholarship that covers the camp fees.
Learn more about each of our programs and APPLY TODAY @ https://www.scgssm.org/camp
Scholarship Opportunities
Scholarship Spotlight!
Be sure to check out the scholarship page on the school counselor’s webpage for a list of scholarship opportunities. https://www.lexrich5.org/Page/13142 . Scholarships are added weekly.
This is a wonderful opportunity for high school juniors and seniors in South Carolina. In partnership with the SC Department of Education, Dominion Energy is expanding our Strong Men & Women program to the Palmetto State. Building on SCDE’s long-standing South Carolina African American History Calendar, which honors prominent African Americans in the state who have made noteworthy contributions, the Strong Men & Women in South Carolina History program will feature an essay contest. Students will write about social justice. The deadline is April 23.
Five students (one from each region of the state) will receive an Apple MacBook Air and $1,000 for their school. They will also be invited to participate in the unveiling ceremony of the 2022 African American History Calendar, and their essays will be showcased on the Dominion Energy and SCDE websites. Read more here: https://news.dominionenergy.com/Student-Writing-Contest-to-Celebrate-Notable-African-Americans-in-South-Carolina.
Juniors, use the College Board Opportunity Scholarships to build your college list. Students who save six colleges to their list on BigFuture™ earn an entry for a $500 scholarship drawing. This scholarship step is open through June 2021. https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/?SFMC_cid=EM469093-&rid=47698047…
Juniors practicing for the SAT® can earn an entry for a $500 scholarship by practicing for the SAT when they complete a Diagnostic Quiz or Mini Timed Section on Official SAT Practice on Khan Academy®. This step is open through Oct. 2021. https://khanacademy.org/sat?SFMC_cid=EM469093-&rid=47698047…
Juniors, use the College Board Opportunity Scholarships to build your college list. Students who save six colleges to their list on BigFuture™ earn an entry for a $500 scholarship drawing. This scholarship step is open through June 2021. https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/?SFMC_cid=EM469093-&rid=47698047…
Juniors practicing for the SAT® can earn an entry for a $500 scholarship by practicing for the SAT when they complete a Diagnostic Quiz or Mini Timed Section on Official SAT Practice on Khan Academy®. This step is open through Oct. 2021. https://khanacademy.org/sat?SFMC_cid=EM469093-&rid=47698047…
Dear Graduating Senior!
It is very important that you take a moment to complete the following senior surveys. We are trying to prepare for graduation and closing out your senior year.
Below is a link to (2) surveys:
1) Senior Exit Survey - Must be completed by every senior by May 14, 2021.
2) Scholarship Report Database - Must be completed if you wish to have your scholarship announced in the graduation program. We are asking that ALL scholarships received are reported in this database. You will have the option to opt out of having your name and scholarship printed in the program if you wish. Deadline for ensuring publication in the program is May 14, 2021.
SENIOR EXIT SURVEY
Report your post-secondary plans on this survey. School Counselors will visit Senior Homerooms in April to assist all seniors with completing these Surveys.
Senior Exit Survey - Post-Secondary Plans - Deadline: May 14, 2021
Seniors, request your final transcript via Parchment.com. Make sure you place your request on “hold for final grades”.
The college that you will be attending must have your final transcript to complete your enrollment for the Fall 2021 semester.
DO NOT MISS OUT OF HAVING YOUR SCHOLARSHIP LISTED IN THE GRADUATION PROGRAM!
Class of 2021 Graduates should submit to the School Counseling Office ALL scholarship offers as you receive them. These letters/documents should be from all organizations, not just the one you plan to attend. You will be required to upload a picture or PDF of the award letter. Information can be submitted online at:
Scholarship Reporting Database - Seniors enter scholarship offers - Deadline: May 14, 2021
Thanks for your immediate attention to this matter. We know we can count on you!
Palmetto Fellows Scholarship Requirements
Top 6% at the end of 10th, 11th or 12th grade and 1200 SAT or 27 ACT
OR
1400 SAT or 32 ACT and 4.0 GPA
For Late Award Applications (potentially pending current senior) with a 4.0+ GPA opens May 15th, and who plan to take administrations of either the SAT or the ACT after May 15th to qualify,
please communicate your intentions with your School Counselor. The deadline for applications to be received by the Commission is July 15th.
If you have questions about this process, please email your School Counselor
You MUST apply for the Palmetto Fellows scholarship through the School Counseling Department.
Learn more about the Palmetto Fellows Scholarship
The designation of scholarship recipients is subject to final confirmation and approval by the eligible high education institution and/or the South Carolina Commission on Higher Education.
List of Available Tutors
Dutch Fork High School provides this list as a service to parents, but does not make any ability assessments or endorsements for any of the persons who have asked to be placed on the list. It is recommended that parents considering any tutor thoroughly assess that person’s capabilities and credentials. All financial arrangements, transportation, and appointments with tutors are strictly the responsibility of the parents. The list can be found on our website: https://www.lexrich5.org/Page/24428
Visit VirtualSC - Need to Know Tips for Silver Foxes for more information on summer options for Credit Recovery or if you need a course to stay on track for graduation.
Make a note:
VirtualSC Summer 2021 Credit Recovery opens for all grades March 29 and closes June 16th. You must have failed with a grade of 50-59 to meet the criteria for Credit Recovery.
VirtualSC Regular Summer School Registration opens May 26 for grades 11 & 12, June 2 for all other grades and closes June 9th.
Detailed instructions can be found on the DFHS link above.
Visit DFHS’s Parchment Transcript Request page here: https://www.lexrich5.org/Page/13154
Transcripts have been updated in the Parchment system to reflect 1st Semester Grades.
Please Note:
It is recommended that the student creates the Parchment account in their name. Creating multiple accounts in the student's name may cause processing concerns.
Once you have created your account, please allow 2-5 business days for the approval and release of your transcript to your file. (The transcript will not appear immediately.)
If you are experiencing issues with your Parchment account, you can reach out to Customer Service by clicking on the Support button to the top right of your screen or email your School Counselor.