The Optimist International Essay Contest is sponsored by Optimist International to give young people the opportunity to write about their own opinions regarding the world in which they live. The approach can encompass a young person’s personal experience, the experience of their country or a more historical perspective. In additional to developing skills for... READ MORE >
Applications are now being accepted for the 2020 Washington DC Youth Tour sponsored by CMTel. Students aged 16-17 at the time of the trip may pick up an application in the high school office or a downloadable application may be found here. READ MORE >
The Iowa Hospital Association (IHA) is proud to support the Health Care Careers Scholarship program through its subsidiary, the Iowa Hospital Education and Research Foundation (IHERF). Applications must be submitted on IHERF’s scholarship website: www.iowahospitalscholarships.org. The site will confirm students’ scholarship eligibility before beginning the... READ MORE >
Rathbun Area Career Academy Health Science program will run on the Centerville High School schedule, so if Centerville has a 2 hour delay or cancellation, so will the Health Science portion of the Rathbun Academy. Rathbun Area Career Academy Agricultural Tech and Construction Tech will run on the Indian Hills Community College Centerville Campus schedule, so if... READ MORE >
Click here for a PDF version of the FFA flier! READ MORE >
I know that many of you have concerns about how to make a college education more affordable. Through a program called RaiseMe, students can guarantee scholarships from 250+ colleges as early as 9th grade, making it easier to plan financially for school. RaiseMe has proven to be a great tool to motivate students in high schools throughout the U.S. As an example: •... READ MORE >
Davis County High School Teachers and Staff would like to welcome students back to school! READ MORE >
Iowa College Access Network (ICAN) is offering its planning programs online. Parents and students can stream these events LIVE from any device and ask questions of ICAN student success advisors during the presentations. It’s the same information given in a traditional school-based evening presentation but offers the flexibility to access the information from... READ MORE >
The 2019-2020 school year will be starting soon and we are getting things ready for the kids to come back! Every year, we require families complete eRegistration. This document will help make the registration process a little easier. Please follow the step-by-step guide with links to the different items that need to be updated annually. Login to your... READ MORE >
Davis County Hospital, DC Public Health, the DC School District, and other community organizations are excited to share they will be hosting the Davis County Back to School Fair again this August, providing Kindergarten through 6th-grade aged children in Davis County with a school bag and supplies needed to start the school year. The Back to School Fair will... READ MORE >
2019 Davis County High School Volleyball CampMutchler Community CenterWednesday, July 31st 9AM -1PM with guest instructors from Midwest VolleyballThursday, August 1st 9AM-NOON and 1PM-3PMFriday, August 2nd 9AM-NOONCost: $45Return registration/waiver form and registration fee BY MAY 31, 2019Registrations should be returned to Head Coach Brooke Mason.Incoming... READ MORE >
Davis County High School seniors representing their future plans for Decision Day 2019 READ MORE >
Open to: Iowa high school seniors attending college in fall 2019 and their parents or guardiansAwards: Ten $1,000 awards sent directly to each student’s college for fall 2019Requirements: Complete the College Funding Forecaster tool to estimate total college costs over four years and enter contact information to register for a random drawing.Start at:... READ MORE >
ICAN offers several forms of email communications to help you stay on top of the planning process for life during and after high school. https://www.icansucceed.org/ab... READ MORE >
Millions of students who are eligible for aid fail to file the FAFSA each year, leaving millions of dollars on the table that could be supporting their postsecondary education. The IHCC Educational Opportunity Center can help you start & complete your financial aid application. You do not have to attend Indian Hills to receive this help. Contact them at... READ MORE >
With the RaiseMe program, Davis County students will be able to earn performance-based scholarships grades 9-12 from nearly 300 colleges (and counting) including the University of Iowa, Luther College, Drake University, Cornell College, Buena Vista University, Briar Cliff University, and Grand View University. These scholarships are redeemable when students... READ MORE >
Davis County High School students compete in Byte Jam competition at Indian Hills Community College on November 13, 2018. They won the Student Choice Award in the "Bit", or novice level. Team Members include (left to right): Nathan Zmolek, Kyle Miller, Dalton Reeves, and David Nash. READ MORE >
Iowa Tuition Grant Iowa Tuition Grants are awarded to Iowa residents enrolled at one of Iowa's eligible private colleges and universities. Priority is given to applicants with the greatest financial need. Eligibility Criteria: Iowa residentUndergraduate enrollmentEnrolled at an eligible Iowa private college or university Required Application: Free Application... READ MORE >
On Unity Day, October 24th, 2018, individuals, schools, communities, corporations, and celebrities will join together against bullying – and unite for kindness, acceptance, and inclusion. Davis County High School supports the beliefs of Unity Day and is proud to encourage our students and staff to "Create a World Without Hate". READ MORE >
Open to: Iowa high school seniors who will attend college in fall 2019.Awards: Thirty $2,000 college scholarships plus $250 to each recipient's high school.Requirements: Register online and then follow emailed instructions to complete two online components and a related assessment. Scholarships are awarded to the 30 students with the highest scores. A tiebreaker... READ MORE >
On Tuesday, October 9, the Davis County 11th grade students will participate in the Iowa Youth Survey. Here is more information about the survey: 2018 Iowa Youth Survey - Parent Letter2018 Iowa Youth Survey - Talking Points If you have any questions regarding the survey, please feel free to contact Marla Wilfawn at Marla.Wilfawn@dcmustangs.com. READ MORE >
This year's theme is: Wreck the Rockets Sunday, September 23Downtown Window Decorating Monday, September 24No School - Professional Development Powder Puff Game (Juniors vs Seniors) at Mustang Stadium, 7:00PM Tuesday, September 25Dress Up Day: Disney Day 9th, JV, Varsity Volleyball at Albia, 5:30PM Cross Country at Clarke of Osceola, 5:00PM Wednesday, September... READ MORE >
Open to: Parents and guardians of Iowa students in grades 6–12.Awards: Fifty $1,000 deposits into College Savings Iowa accounts.Requirements: Visit the Parent Handbook guide for important college financing information and enter contact information to register for a random drawing.Start at: www.IowaStudentLoan.org/SaveNow September 4 - October 21, 2018 READ MORE >
Throughout the month of September, ICAN has scheduled regional presentations to cover the Financial Aid Process and assist students who are unable to attend programs held in the spring. These regional presentations are open to any and all students and parents interested in attending and learning about the financial aid process and the filing the Free Application... READ MORE >