TWO PERFECT ACT SCORES

TWO PERFECT ACT SCORES Two Deerfield High School students recently received perfect scores of 36 on their ACT tests: Jason Clarke and Dean Li. The ACT National Office sent a letter to DHS Principal Audris Griffith informing her of the perfect scores. Jason s mother picked him up from school that day with the unopened envelop in hand, he said. I was very curious to see what I got. I did a double-take: did I really get a 36? Jason and his twin sister practiced together for the exam. We studied together and gave each other tips. She did pretty well herself, he said. (Jamie scored at 34, so congratulations to her as well.) He also has an older brother, Andy, who attends the Lake County High Schools Technology Campus. I m really proud of all three of my kids, said his mom, Brenda. Jason said he s a big reader, and that his favorite subject is math. He s also into computer science. That kind of logical thinking helps in every area, he said. Meantime, Dean Li was also getting good actually, perfect--news. He said he didn t have any secret strategies, or a special breakfast in advance. In fact, he didn t have time to eat and was in a bit of a rush that morning. He said he d been busy with Page 1 of 7

other activities, including playing on his varsity basketball team, and had put the test out of his mind until the night before. The good news, as for Jason, was a nice surprise. He, too, was with his mother. His first response was This doesn t seem right, he said. Together, he and his mom reviewed the details and realized it was real. I got lucky, he said. In addition to playing basketball (at the time of the interview, he noted that the team was 4-1), Dean plays cello in the DHS chamber orchestra, and is also student representative for DHS on the District 113 Education Foundation. SCHOOL CHEST ANNUAL CHARITY DRIVE UNDERWAY Despite temperatures in the single digits, about 155 runners showed up to participate in the DHS School Chest s Race for Change on Saturday, December 7, held at the DHS track. The event was followed by Sunday s benefit and silent auction at the Deerfield Hyatt. The 3-week drive will be capped off by a Mah Jong Night on Wednesday, December 18, and Mr. DHS on Thursday, December 19. Please visit dhs.dist113.org for further details. The events are open to the public. Page 2 of 7

This year's school chest beneficiary is the Great Lakes Adaptive Sports Association (GLASA), is a 501(c) 3 organization dedicated to providing sports equipment and programs for children and adults with physical or visual impairments. To find out more or to make a donation, please visit the school chest homepage by going to the DHS website at dhs.dist113.org and search for School Chest. FINANCIAL AID MEETING FOR SENIORS & PARENT/GUARDIANS -- FAFSA, FORMS AND FINANCIAL NEED District 113 is hosting a Financial Aid Workshop for seniors and their parents/guardians on Monday, January 13th at 7 pm in the Highland Park High School Auditorium. The workshop will provide critical information on completing the FAFSA, what comprises a financial aid package, and how and what to communicate with financial aid officers. The featured presenter is Mr. Jerry Cebrzynski, Director of Financial Aid, Lake Forest College. SENIORS (ESTUDIANTES DEL ULTIMO AÑO)--JUNTA DE ASISTENCIA FINANCIERA El Distrito 113 está organizando un taller de asistencia financiera para estudiantes del último año y para los padres/tutores el lunes, 13 de enero a las 7:00 pm en el Page 3 of 7

cuarto A343 en la escuela de Highland Park. Este taller va proveer información crítica en completar el FAFSA, que compone un paquete de asistencia financiera y como se comunica con un funcionario de ayuda financiera. Tendremos una presentadora la señorita Ercilia Jonas, de Illinois Comisión de Asistente para Estudiantes. Esta presentación será conducida en español. DISTRICT 113 AND EDUCATION FOUNDATION INVITE ALUMS BACK District 113 is excited to be partnering with its Educational Foundation to bring alumni back into an active Deerfield High School community, where they can stay informed on current programs, sporting news, fine arts events, distinguished graduates and reunion announcements. Any DHS alum wishing to sign up for a Constant Contact newsletter, which will keep alumni up to date on current events at the school and include invitations to be a part of the community and the connections, can go to DHS.dist113.org and click on the alumni page to sign up. Let the benefits of being a graduate of a top-tier high school continue on! ### Page 4 of 7

WINTER CHORAL CONCERT AT HPHS Music of the season and more will be presented at the HPHS Winter Choral Concert on Tuesday, December 17, at 7:00 pm, in the HPHS Auditorium. The Madrigal Singers will be caroling. Chorale presents arrangements of the Beatles Because and Eleanor Rigby, in additional to a Sea Island spiritual with a solo by senior Ari Bell. Swing Choir will be featured in Razzle Dazzle and Beyonce s All the Single Ladies. There will be solos by Anna Zarov, Hannah Spevak, and Liz Dukatt in Who Will Buy? from Oliver! Admission is free. FINANCIAL AID MEETING FOR SENIORS & PARENT/GUARDIANS -- FAFSA, FORMS AND FINANCIAL NEED District 113 is hosting a Financial Aid Workshop for seniors and their parents/guardians on Monday, January 13th at 7 pm in the Highland Park High School Auditorium. The workshop will provide critical information on completing the FAFSA, what comprises a financial aid package, and how and what to communicate with financial aid officers. The featured presenter is Mr. Jerry Cebrzynski, Director of Financial Aid, Lake Forest College. Page 5 of 7

SENIORS (ESTUDIANTES DEL ULTIMO AÑO)--JUNTA DE ASISTENCIA FINANCIERA El Distrito 113 está organizando un taller de asistencia financiera para estudiantes del último año y para los padres/tutores el lunes, 13 de enero a las 7:00 pm en el cuarto A343 en la escuela de Highland Park. Este taller va proveer información crítica en completar el FAFSA, que compone un paquete de asistencia financiera y como se comunica con un funcionario de ayuda financiera. Tendremos una presentadora la señorita Ercilia Jonas, de Illinois Comisión de Asistente para Estudiantes. Esta presentación será conducida en español. DISTRICT 113 AND EDUCATION FOUNDATION INVITE ALUMS BACK District 113 is excited to be partnering with its Educational Foundation to bring alumni back into an active Highland Park High School community, where they can stay informed on current programs, sporting news, fine arts events, distinguished graduates and reunion announcements. The effort includes the creation of a Highland Park High School alumni directory, which will be available for purchase. Alumni will receive a postcard shortly from HARRIS CONNECT, the creator of our directory. Page 6 of 7

Any HPHS alum wishing to sign up for a Constant Contact newsletter, which will keep alumni up to date on current events at the school and include invitations to be a part of the community and the connections, can go to HPHS.dist113.org and click on the alumni page to sign up. Let the benefits of being a graduate of a top-tier high school continue on! HPHS PTO LAUNCHES GRAD NIGHT FUNDRAISER Now s the time to raise funds for our HPHS seniors! Stock up on Lou Malnati s delicious pizza this year. Support our seniors by purchasing coupons good for 9 frozen pizzas at any Lou Malnati location. Buy them as holiday gifts! Or host a Super Bowl party in February: plan ahead and order coupons now. Orders are due Wednesday, December 11, 2013 (for holiday delivery); and due Wednesday, January 22, 2014 (for Super Bowl delivery). Our HPHS 2014 graduates appreciate your support. ### Page 7 of 7