DAMONTE RANCH HIGH SCHOOL 

                    WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2024 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE & MOMENT OF SILENCE 

TODAY IS A “B” DAY 

“AND NOW FOR YOUR MORNING ANNOUNCEMENTS.”

Don’t miss the fantastic show from PAC Dance this week!

The PAC Dance Fall Showcase will be Wednesday and Thursday, December 4^th and 5^th at 7 p.m. in the theater.  This is an all student-choreographed show so come out and see some spectacular dancing! 

Tickets are $10 each and can be bought online at cur8.com or at the door.  Doors open at 6:30 and the performance is open seating.  Get there early for a good seat and a great time!

Students, if you are interested in playing softball this year there will be an informational meeting on Monday, December 9^th at lunch in room 120.  We will introduce coaches, the program and announce our open workouts starting in January.

Attention all NHS members, there will be a meeting TODAY, Wednesday, December 4th during lunch in room W154. The meeting will start at 11, a couple minutes after the bell rings so juniors and seniors coming from off campus please try to be prompt. Thank you and we hope to see you all there!”

The JROTC canned food drive runs through the end of this week.  Please bring in your non-perishable foods and help us give back to our homeless vets by giving to the JROTC food drive! 

Barrels for donations are located in the JROTC Hall, in front of the main office, at the front and back entrances of the school, and down both the PAC and Athletic hallways.

Clean out your pantry and cupboards and help our local community!

Teachers-If you missed yesterday’s Mustang Media, please check your email from Ms. Decker for the link.

That’s all for your morning Announcements. 

And remember:  Educate, Empower, and Inspire

Have a great day, Damonte!   

DAMONTE RANCH HIGH SCHOOL 

                    MONDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2024 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE & MOMENT OF SILENCE 

TODAY IS A “B” DAY 

“AND NOW FOR YOUR MORNING ANNOUNCEMENTS.”

Attention all NHS members, there will be a meeting Wednesday, December 4th during lunch in room W154. The meeting will start at 11, a couple minutes after the bell rings so juniors and seniors coming from off campus please try to be prompt. Thank you and we hope to see you all there!”

Do you have canned foods at home? In Nevada we have thousands of homeless veterans, men and women who have defended our country, sacrificing time away from family and friends to keep us safe.  Help us give back to those who continued to defend our freedoms and help us by donating to our homeless vets by giving to the JROTC food drive! 

This drive runs from now till the 1^st week of December and any non-perishable foods are accepted.

Barrels for donations are located in the JROTC Hall, in front of the main office, at the front and back entrances of the school, and down both the PAC and Athletic hallways.

Clean out your pantry and cupboards and help our local community!

That’s all for your morning Announcements. 

And remember:  Educate, Empower, and Inspire

Have a great day, Damonte!   

DAMONTE RANCH HIGH SCHOOL 

                    MONDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2024 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE & MOMENT OF SILENCE 

TODAY IS A “B” DAY 

“AND NOW FOR YOUR MORNING ANNOUNCEMENTS.”

Do you have canned foods at home? In Nevada we have thousands of homeless veterans, men and women who have defended our country, sacrificing time away from family and friends to keep us safe.  Help us give back to those who continued to defend our freedoms and help us by donating to our homeless vets by giving to the JROTC food drive! 

This drive runs from now till the 1^st week of December and any non-perishable foods are accepted.

Barrels for donations are located in the JROTC Hall, in front of the main office, at the front and back entrances of the school, and down both the PAC and Athletic hallways.

Clean out your pantry and cupboards and help our local community!

That’s all for your morning Announcements. 

And remember:  Educate, Empower, and Inspire

Have a great day, Damonte!   

DAMONTE RANCH HIGH SCHOOL 

                    FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2024 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE & MOMENT OF SILENCE 

TODAY IS AN “A” DAY 

“AND NOW FOR YOUR MORNING ANNOUNCEMENTS.”

Rook takes Rook in the final round of the DRHS Fall Chess Tournament.  The End Game was the determining factor and the DRHS Chess club would like to announce Ty Padilla as this Fall’s 2024 Chess Champion!!….Thank you to all the participants for making this a fun and spirited event.

Help our Junior Cadet students from Washoe County School District raise funds for an unforgettable trip to Washington, DC during Police Week.  This experience will allow nine students from six high schools to honor fallen officers, learn about service, and participate in historic events like the Annual Candlelight Vigil.  We will be selling raffle tickets, 1 for $25 and 5 for $100.  Head over to South 40 on South Meadows Parkway on November 23rd to participate in a raffle for the grand prize, a brand new $2,500 Gas Gas Moto 1 Electric Bike.

Are you looking for a way to show your gratitude to those around you?  The National Honors Society is selling Thanksgiving Grams this week during lunch.  Price ranges from $3 to $5 dollars depending on the gram of your choice, each including a personalized message.  Once you’ve spent $5 dollars, you are automatically entered into a raffle to win a Thanksgiving basket.  In honor of Veterans Day, all proceeds will be donated to the Nevada Veterans Foundation.

Do you have canned foods at home? In Nevada we have thousands of homeless veterans, men and women who have defended our country, sacrificing time away from family and friends to keep us safe.  Help us give back to those who continued to defend our freedoms and help us by donating to our homeless vets by giving to the JROTC food drive! 

This drive runs from now till the 1^st week of December and any non-perishable foods are accepted.

Barrels for donations are located in the JROTC Hall, in front of the main office, at the front and back entrances of the school, and down both the PAC and Athletic hallways.

Clean out your pantry and cupboards and help our local community!

That’s all for your morning Announcements. 

And remember:  Educate, Empower, and Inspire

Have a great day, Damonte!   

DAMONTE RANCH HIGH SCHOOL 

                    THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2024 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE & MOMENT OF SILENCE 

TODAY IS A “B” DAY 

“AND NOW FOR YOUR MORNING ANNOUNCEMENTS.”

The 2024 Damonte Ranch Chess Tournament has reached the Final Round.   

Brendan Zankowski will play Ty Padilla in the Championships Today at Lunch!  See You THERE.

Help our Junior Cadet students from Washoe County School District raise funds for an unforgettable trip to Washington, DC during Police Week.  This experience will allow nine students from six high schools to honor fallen officers, learn about service, and participate in historic events like the Annual Candlelight Vigil.  We will be selling raffle tickets, 1 for $25 and 5 for $100.  Head over to South 40 on South Meadows Parkway on November 23rd to participate in a raffle for the grand prize, a brand new $2,500 Gas Gas Moto 1 Electric Bike.

Are you looking for a way to show your gratitude to those around you?  The National Honors Society is selling Thanksgiving Grams this week during lunch.  Price ranges from $3 to $5 dollars depending on the gram of your choice, each including a personalized message.  Once you’ve spent $5 dollars, you are automatically entered into a raffle to win a Thanksgiving basket.  In honor of Veterans Day, all proceeds will be donated to the Nevada Veterans Foundation.

Do you have canned foods at home? In Nevada we have thousands of homeless veterans, men and women who have defended our country, sacrificing time away from family and friends to keep us safe.  Help us give back to those who continued to defend our freedoms and help us by donating to our homeless vets by giving to the JROTC food drive! 

This drive runs from now till the 1^st week of December and any non-perishable foods are accepted.

Barrels for donations are located in the JROTC Hall, in front of the main office, at the front and back entrances of the school, and down both the PAC and Athletic hallways.

Clean out your pantry and cupboards and help our local community!

That’s all for your morning Announcements. 

And remember:  Educate, Empower, and Inspire

Have a great day, Damonte!   

DAMONTE RANCH HIGH SCHOOL 

                    WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2024 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE & MOMENT OF SILENCE 

TODAY IS AN “A” DAY 

“AND NOW FOR YOUR MORNING ANNOUNCEMENTS.”

If you have registered to join Best Buddies but have not heard about our first club event next week, please stop by room 209 for important information.

Help our Junior Cadet students from Washoe County School District raise funds for an unforgettable trip to Washington, DC during Police Week.  This experience will allow nine students from six high schools to honor fallen officers, learn about service, and participate in historic events like the Annual Candlelight Vigil.  We will be selling raffle tickets, 1 for $25 and 5 for $100.  Head over to South 40 on South Meadows Parkway on November 23rd to participate in a raffle for the grand prize, a brand new $2,500 Gas Gas moto 1 electric bike.

Hey Mustangs!  Come support Damonte’s very own Key Club by eating at Chipotle!  TODAY, November 20th, go to the Chipotle in Summit Mall from 4-8pm, where 25% of proceeds will go to Damonte’s Key Club! See you there!

FCA is meeting TODAY, Wednesday in room 124 during lunch.  Everyone is welcome to attend!

Are you looking for a way to show your gratitude to those around you?  The National Honors Society is selling Thanksgiving Grams this week during lunch.  Price ranges from $3 to $5 dollars depending on the gram of your choice, each including a personalized message.  Once you’ve spent $5 dollars, you are automatically entered into a raffle to win a Thanksgiving basket.  In honor of Veterans Day, all proceeds will be donated to the Nevada Veterans Foundation.

Do you have canned foods at home? In Nevada we have thousands of homeless veterans, men and women who have defended our country, sacrificing time away from family and friends to keep us safe.  Help us give back to those who continued to defend our freedoms and help us by donating to our homeless vets by giving to the JROTC food drive! 

This drive runs from now till the 1^st week of December and any non-perishable foods are accepted.

Barrels for donations are located in the JROTC Hall, in front of the main office, at the front and back entrances of the school, and down both the PAC and Athletic hallways.

Clean out your pantry and cupboards and help our local community!

That’s all for your morning Announcements. 

And remember:  Educate, Empower, and Inspire

Have a great day, Damonte!   

DAMONTE RANCH HIGH SCHOOL 

                    TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2024 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE & MOMENT OF SILENCE 

TODAY IS A “B” DAY 

“AND NOW FOR YOUR MORNING ANNOUNCEMENTS.”

Attention Seniors:  We’re so thankful for you!  Come and get a pie today at lunch in the Counselor’s Hallway!!

Help our Junior Cadet students from Washoe County School District raise funds for an unforgettable trip to Washington, DC during Police Week.  This experience will allow nine students from six high schools to honor fallen officers, learn about service, and participate in historic events like the Annual Candlelight Vigil.  We will be selling raffle tickets, 1 for $25 and 5 for $100.  Head over to South 40 on South Meadows Parkway on November 23rd to participate in a raffle for the grand prize, a brand new $2,500 Gas Gas moto 1 electric bike.

Hey Mustangs!  Come support Damonte’s very own Key Club by eating at Chipotle!  On Wednesday, November 20th, go to the Chipotle in Summit Mall from 4-8pm, where 25% of proceeds will go to Damonte’s Key Club! See you there!

FCA is meeting this Wednesday in room 124 during lunch.  Everyone is welcome to attend!

Are you looking for a way to show your gratitude to those around you?  The National Honors Society is selling Thanksgiving Grams this week during lunch.  Price ranges from $3 to $5 dollars depending on the gram of your choice, each including a personalized message.  Once you’ve spent $5 dollars, you are automatically entered into a raffle to win a Thanksgiving basket.  In honor of Veterans Day, all proceeds will be donated to the Nevada Veterans Foundation.

Do you have canned foods at home? In Nevada we have thousands of homeless veterans, men and women who have defended our country, sacrificing time away from family and friends to keep us safe.  Help us give back to those who continued to defend our freedoms and help us by donating to our homeless vets by giving to the JROTC food drive! 

This drive runs from now till the 1^st week of December and any non-perishable foods are accepted.

Barrels for donations are located in the JROTC Hall, in front of the main office, at the front and back entrances of the school, and down both the PAC and Athletic hallways.

Clean out your pantry and cupboards and help our local community!

That’s all for your morning Announcements. 

And remember:  Educate, Empower, and Inspire

Have a great day, Damonte!   

DAMONTE RANCH HIGH SCHOOL 

                    MONDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2024 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE & MOMENT OF SILENCE 

TODAY IS AN “A” DAY 

“AND NOW FOR YOUR MORNING ANNOUNCEMENTS.”

Are you looking for a way to show your gratitude to those around you?  The National Honors Society is selling Thanksgiving Grams from November 18th through the 22nd during lunch.  Price ranges from $3 to $5 dollars depending on the gram of your choice, each including a personalized message.  Once you’ve spent $5 dollars, you are automatically entered into a raffle to win a Thanksgiving basket.  In honor of Veterans Day, all proceeds will be donated to the Nevada Veterans Foundation.

Do you have canned foods at home? In Nevada we have thousands of homeless veterans, men and women who have defended our country, sacrificing time away from family and friends to keep us safe.  Help us give back to those who continued to defend our freedoms and help us by donating to our homeless vets by giving to the JROTC food drive! 

This drive runs from now till the 1^st week of December and any non-perishable foods are accepted.

Barrels for donations are located in the JROTC Hall, in front of the main office, at the front and back entrances of the school, and down both the PAC and Athletic hallways.

Clean out your pantry and cupboards and help our local community!

That’s all for your morning Announcements. 

And remember:  Educate, Empower, and Inspire

Have a great day, Damonte!   

DAMONTE RANCH HIGH SCHOOL 

                    FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2024 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE & MOMENT OF SILENCE 

TODAY IS A “B” DAY 

“AND NOW FOR YOUR MORNING ANNOUNCEMENTS.”

If you have registered to join Best Buddies but have not heard about our first club event next week, please stop by room 209 for important information.

NHS is having a clothing and item drive for Reno-Sparks Gospel Mission through today, November 15^th.  You can donate winter apparel, shoes, shirts, pants, pajamas, personal hygiene items and even toys.  These items can be dropped off on the tables located in the main hallway.  For more information refer to flyers posted around the school or Reno-Sparks Gospel Mission’s website.  Join our cause and help us, help others.  Your donation matters. 

(November 4-15)

Hey Mustangs!  Are you feeling the first-semester slump?  Head down to the main hall to get a fall-themed sweet treat at lunch!  NHS is holding a bake sale TODAY to raise funds for the Red Cross!  We have cupcakes, cake pops, brownies, and treats GALORE!  Bring your cash, Mustangs!

Are you looking for a way to show your gratitude to those around you?  The National Honors Society is selling Thanksgiving Grams from November 18th through the 22nd during lunch.  Price ranges from $3 to $5 dollars depending on the gram of your choice, each including a personalized message.  Once you’ve spent $5 dollars, you are automatically entered into a raffle to win a Thanksgiving basket.  In honor of Veterans Day, all proceeds will be donated to the Nevada Veterans Foundation.

Do you have canned foods at home? In Nevada we have thousands of homeless veterans, men and women who have defended our country, sacrificing time away from family and friends to keep us safe.  Help us give back to those who continued to defend our freedoms and help us by donating to our homeless vets by giving to the JROTC food drive! 

This drive runs from now till the 1^st week of December and any non-perishable foods are accepted.

Barrels for donations are located in the JROTC Hall, in front of the main office, at the front and back entrances of the school, and down both the PAC and Athletic hallways.

Clean out your pantry and cupboards and help our local community!

That’s all for your morning Announcements. 

And remember:  Educate, Empower, and Inspire

Have a great day, Damonte!   

DAMONTE RANCH HIGH SCHOOL 

                    THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2024 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE & MOMENT OF SILENCE 

TODAY IS AN “A” DAY 

“AND NOW FOR YOUR MORNING ANNOUNCEMENTS.”

Purchase a delicious travel cup of hot cocoa in the student store during lunch for $2. Add marshmallows, whipped cream, and a candy cane for only $1 more.  All funds will be used to provide holiday gifts for a local family.

NHS is having a clothing and item drive for Reno-Sparks Gospel Mission until November 15^th.  You can donate winter apparel, shoes, shirts, pants, pajamas, personal hygiene items and even toys.  These items can be dropped off on the tables located in the main hallway.  For more information refer to flyers posted around the school or Reno-Sparks Gospel Mission’s website.  Join our cause and help us, help others.  Your donation matters. 

(November 4-15)

Grandma Thiede’s Mac and Cheese with a Green Side Salad is back.  With a $4 donation, you can have a delicious hand made Mac and Cheese (includes bacon pieces) and salad lunch.  Served the beginning of lunch TODAY out of room 117 (foods lab).  Once again, Grandma Thiede’s mac and cheese and side salad lunch this TODAY at the beginning of lunch $4 donation to Culinary program.  If you miss it this week, we will be serving again next Thursday.

Hey Mustangs!  Are you feeling the first-semester slump?  Head down to the main hall to get a fall-themed sweet treat at lunch!  NHS is holding a bake sale this week to raise funds for the Red Cross!  We have cupcakes, cake pops, brownies, and treats GALORE!  Bring your cash, Mustangs!

This fall we have TWO productions running opposite each other!  Starting today and running two weekends, you’ll have opportunities to see Little Women and David Copperfield.  Both are plays adapted from books, with terrific period costumes.  They are about young people finding their identity through becoming writers.  Little Women is set during the American Civil War, while David Copperfield is set in England during the first part of the 19^th Century.  Tickets are available in advance through CUR8.com or in person at the box office before performances.  Hope to see you there for both plays!

WINTER SPORTS are coming!!!  

Boys/Girls Basketball, Wrestling, Boys/Girls Ski,

Student Athletes who want to participate in Winter Sports must Register Online at aktivate.com

This program only works with Firefox or Google Chrome. Registration must be completed by today. If you have questions, please see Mrs. Daniels in the Main Office.

Are you looking for a way to show your gratitude to those around you?  The National Honors Society is selling Thanksgiving Grams from November 18th through the 22nd during lunch.  Price ranges from $3 to $5 dollars depending on the gram of your choice, each including a personalized message.  Once you’ve spent $5 dollars, you are automatically entered into a raffle to win a Thanksgiving basket.  In honor of Veterans Day, all proceeds will be donated to the Nevada Veterans Foundation.

Do you have canned foods at home? In Nevada we have thousands of homeless veterans, men and women who have defended our country, sacrificing time away from family and friends to keep us safe.  Help us give back to those who continued to defend our freedoms and help us by donating to our homeless vets by giving to the JROTC food drive! 

This drive runs from now till the 1^st week of December and any non-perishable foods are accepted.

Barrels for donations are located in the JROTC Hall, in front of the main office, at the front and back entrances of the school, and down both the PAC and Athletic hallways.

Clean out your pantry and cupboards and help our local community!

That’s all for your morning Announcements. 

And remember:  Educate, Empower, and Inspire

Have a great day, Damonte!