Lynn McCarthy - Dundee-Crown High School

Happy New Year Chargers!
I am so proud to welcome 2013 to our community. Let’s continue to work together to celebrate the diversity that
abounds at Dundee-Crown and focus on providing all students a positive high quality experience. Being in classrooms
the first week, I saw the relationships and connections our staff have built with students continue in our year
-long classes. Many teachers were focusing on reflecting and goal setting to make for a successful 2nd semester.
As for the semester long classes which started anew, the atmosphere was strong as the prospects of a fresh start
and new learning was the buzz.
During the last month, we were excited to see many graduates back for a quick visit or to pick up yearbooks. Former
students were eager to share their college experiences and to stress the importance of putting in the effort now,
in high school, for a successful post-secondary transition. It was a wonderful affirmation for our teachers! With
that, we do want to highlight security in that all visitors and guests are required to enter in the attendance office
and receive escorts to various areas of the building they are visiting.
This past Friday, I had our student of the term luncheon in which I had some fantastic conversations with students
and their experiences. Please help me celebrate those pictured left: Art –
Ashley Shields, AVID - Paulo Escalante ,Business – Olivia Rico-
Garcia ,Credit Recovery – Kimberly Escobar ,English – Jeremy Marshall,
ESL – Malgorzata Kwasnik, FACS – Sharnae Leachman, Math –
Cecilia Vianey Balandran, Music – Steven Gonzalez, Industrial – Kevin
Frost, Science – Myriam Herrera-Viveros, Social Science – Caroline
Hutton, WL—Samantha O’Malley , PE/Health – Connor Steinmetz ,
Charger Pride - Gabrielle Winkel Jordan Stratton, Lenell Brantley,
Marissa Torres, Cody Nowicki and Paige Netzel.
Charger Pride is important to the culture of Dundee-Crown. I am proud to announce a significant decrease in tardies
for 2nd-8th period as well as an increase of staff recognizing students with charger cash. Also, a shout-out to
our Superfans who have been so supportive of our athletics! I can’t be more proud of the feedback and accolades
we get from other schools and administrators about the sportsmanship and enthusiasm of our fans.
Finally, I would like to highlight a couple segments in the following newsletter. First, after a wonderful concert at
school, our orchestra will be “on the road” for the music state convention! Also, our parent organizations do a
wonderful job supporting our students and the learning environment here; please do consider your contributions in
the upcoming Charger Classic as well as the Music Changes Lives event.
Have a cozy winter Chargers!
Lynn McCarthy

Spotlight: Dundee-Crown HS Orchestra
Illinois Music Educators All-State Convention
The Dundee-Crown High School Chamber Orchestra has been selected
to perform at the 2013 IMEA All-State Convention in Peoria. The performance
will be Thursday, January 24 th at 7:00 pm at the Civic Center
in Peoria.
After submitting an audition recording, they were chosen from schools
across the entire state of Illinois. Their extraordinarily demanding program
will include: Overture to Egmont by Ludwig van Beethoven,
Pavane by Gabriel Faure’ and Symphony No. 8 by Antonin Dvorak.
This ensemble measures up to any of the top tier high school orchestra programs in the state, and is representative as
well of the wonderful diversity that is Dundee-Crown. This honor is a testimonial to the hard work, dedication and talents
of the D-CHS Orchestra students. As the top ensemble, it is the product not only of dedicated high school faculty,
but of the extremely strong instrumental program in D300 beginning in 5 th grade. Students are excited to perform
and show their “Charger Pride” to the rest of the state. It is a very prestigious honor to play at this convention, and exemplifies
the very best of what it means to be a Charger!
Guest Artist Visit
On Friday, December 14, Alison Dalton, First Violinist with the
Chicago Symphony Orchestra, visited Dundee-Crown High
School to offer a Master Workshop with the Chamber Orchestra in
preparation for their performance at the Illinois Music Educators
Conference in January. Miss Dalton was invited by Sir Georg
Solti to become a member of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra in
1987, and plays a 1707 Grancino of Milan violin. She was very
gracious to visit Dundee-Crown, and was impressed with the orchestra
program. She noted the "ambitious" task of a high school
orchestra taking on such complicated music such as the Symphony
#8 by Dvorak. She said it contains the most difficult violin
solo ever written for a concertmaster, and she offered many helpful
tips to players including asking violins to play along with the cello section in the first movement.
Dundee Crown Orchestra Director Mark Bettcher stated that he was completely blown away by Miss Dalton’s
talent, but even more by her ability to connect with students. He said that it was a learning experience for him as
well, one of the very best of his career.
Miss Dalton also tutored the Dundee-Crown Symphonic Orchestra and gave them many helpful tips to improve
their playing, including tips on holding the bow and “practice recipes,” or strategies which lead to success. Miss
Dalton is planning to return to Dundee-Crown again this school year.

Charger Benefit Dance
Saturday, March 9th ‐ Boulder Ridge
Country Club
The DC Boosters are asking everyone to SAVE
THE DATE: Saturday March 9 is the DC social
event of the year!
The 2013 Charger Benefit Dance will start at
6:30 pm at the classy Boulder Ridge Country
Club. Buying an entry ticket gives each person a
chance to win $2500. The night will include a silent
auction, raffles, door prizes, delicious food
and dancing. Advance tickets are the best deal:
they will be sold at select home basketball games
or call 847-428-8082.
Semester 2 Grades
Please look for your student’s grade
information coming home on:
Progress Report 1—February 15th
Mid-term Report—March 22nd
Progress Report 2—April 26th
Final Grade Report—May 24th*
* mailed home
Congratulations to Mary Jaskowiak
and Trevor Vogler for they have been
named an Honorable Mention for the
Daily Herald Leadership Team
The Leadership Team recognizes area high
school students who excel in volunteerism and
community service. Mary and Trevor were nominated
by D-CHS and an independent panel of
judges reviewed applications for the Leadership
Team throughout the Daily Herald readership area.
As an Honorable Mention, the judges recognize the commitment and effort
you have put forth in community service.
Thank you for commitment to volunteerism and pushing that Charger
Pride.

Counselors will continue individual meetings with students
to review graduation requirements, future plans, and
the 13-14 course selection process.
Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) Representatives
will be available again this year to assist our
seniors with questions regarding the college application
process. Students may see their counselors for an appointment
slip. Representatives will meet with students in the
Career Center located in the Counseling Department.
FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
Seniors, if you are going to college or a vocational school,
don’t forget to file the FAFSA as soon as possible after
January 1, 2013.
D-CHS Scholarship Bulletin – Seniors, many scholarships
for college are now listed online. Check out these
opportunities on the Counseling Department website by
looking under the Financial Aid section. New scholarships
arrive weekly so check back frequently.
College Visits
One important factor in evaluating a college is the campus
visit. Consider this: College Visitation Days—every student
may take up to two days during their junior and senior
years for the purpose of visiting a college. These days
do not count against a student’s attendance providing the
proper procedure is followed. See your Dundee-Crown
planner for details.
Target Take Charge of
Education® program.
If you shop at Target, please consider using your
Target® Visa® or Target® Card. Thank you for
those who have enrolled in the program and designated
Dundee-Crown to receive this reward.
Pictured: (top row left to right) Mrs. Sieraski, Ms. Blanchard,
Mrs. Huber, Mrs. Pratt, Mrs. Yakes, and Mrs. Wick (seated,
left to right) Mrs. Dicosola, Mr. Johnson, and Mrs. Reynolds
College Representatives
Every year representatives from many colleges come to
DundeeCrown High School to visit with our students.
Students should watch the Counseling Department calendar,
view the website, or listen to announcements in order
to learn when these admissions representatives are available.
College representatives meet with students in the
counseling office during lunches.
Transcript Requests
High school transcripts are provided to students when requested
with the Transcript Release form available in the
Counseling Office. Please allow 2-3 weeks processing
time. Students should keep this in mind when needing
transcripts to be sent by a specific deadline date. Make
sure that all required documents (i.e., counselor recommendation
form) are completed prior to making your request.
All documents will be mailed at one time. The first
5 requested Official Transcripts are free to current students.
Any additional Official Transcripts cost $5.00 per
copy.
Visit target.com/tcoe,
or call 1-800-316-6142

Work Permits
The Department of Labor requires a work permit for all persons under the age of
16. The first step is for the minor to obtain a letter of intent from the prospective
employer stating his or her name, the job and its description, signed by a manager.
Then that letter, the minor’s birth certificate issued from the county of birth and
social security card must be brought to the Main Office by the parent or legal
guardian. Students may not submit these materials themselves. Students under the
age of 16 who wish to work are restricted in the number of hours they can be at
work each day and week. There are also many restrictions for minors on the types
of businesses they are allowed to work in and the types of jobs they may be employed
to do. Hazardous jobs utilizing chemicals or power equipment are among
those that are unacceptable.
iLearn Night School Program
The iLearn Night School Program is designed to meet the needs of a variety of
students including students with life events necessitating an alternative schedule
or students in need of learning opportunities in addition to their regular school day
(this includes credit recovery and credit acceleration). A full range of classes are
available to students in this program. Instruction is computer-based and individualized
to each student. For more information see your counselor.
Congratulaons to Reid Ebner.
Reid has been selected and awarda
scholarship to aend Space
Camp this March 2013 at the U.S.
Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville,
Alabama.
This will be a great opportunity for Reid to learn science
and math outside of a classroom environment as
well as developing leadership skills and teambuilding.
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Take
Charge
Tutoring!
Available
after school,
Monday-
Thursday
from 3:15-
4:15
Sign up in the
media center
or the
Academic
Support Center
before
1:30
Subjects
Offered:
English
Math
Science
History

What: College and Career Fair at DCHS
When: Friday, February 15, 2012
You are your child’s first and best role model. After all, he or she is always watching you and listening to what you say about the world of
work. You set the tone for success by encouraging your child’s interests and goals. Discuss your own experience and what you’ve liked and
disliked about your employment. Find “teachable moments” such as talking about the jobs you see on screen as you watch TV together.
One way to help your student make decisions is by giving good, solid information. This is where the DCHS Guidance Department can help.
Another way to assist your child is by having a clear plan. Studies show that a clear goal and a plan to reach it keeps kids more motivated and
less likely to drop out of school-and a high school diploma is needed for almost every job nowadays. So here are the DCHS Guidance Department
suggestions for planning:
Freshman Year:
Begin exploring interests. Look at which activities your student enjoys most and help them think about potential careers. Start
learning about internet career planning resources such as www.careercrusing.com. DCHS counselors will be doing interest inventory
workshops with all Freshmen to help them begin their career plan. They can even set up a portfolio in order to keep track of requirements
and related courses that support their career directions.
Sophomore Year:
Join organizations and volunteer in fields related to their intended career goals.
Take the PLAN test (a pre-ACT test). This will give each student a starting point of discussion when they meet with their counselors
to discuss their Four Plus One plan. Attend the College and Career Fair and begin making inquiries at schools they may be interested in
attending.
Junior Year:
Consider all opportunities available through DCHS Guidance including internships, military service, Middle College courses, Tech
Prep courses, Otto Engineering Business Partnership Program, employment as well as the traditional four year college.
Schedule the SAT and/or ACT for the fall of the junior year.
Talk to guidance counselors and the programs coordinator for more information on schools and careers. They can be helpful in making
sure all timelines are met. Attend the College and Career Fair and begin making inquiries at schools they may be interested in attending.
Consider making College visits to particular schools.
Senior Year:
Explore ways to observe people on the job like school sponsored internships or work experience programs.
Generate a resume and learn about writing a college entrance essay in Career Cruising.
Check Financial Aid/Scholarship possibilities in the Career Cruising Financial Aid Selector and from the DCHS Guidance web site.
Apply for financial aid by completing the FASFA in early January. Get personal help from ISAC representatives available every Thursday
in the College and Career Center.
Use the Employment section of Career Cruising to fine tune cover letters, resumes, and interviewing skills.
Last year the Guidance Department has more than 65 institutions attend the Third Annual College and Career Fair. This year we plan to increase
that number. Together, we can help your student achieve their college and career goals.

DUNDEE CROWN MUSIC NEWSLETTER
Sponsored by P.O.M.P (Parents of Music Performers)
Carpentersville, Illinois WINTER 2013
UPCOMING CALENDAR FOR WINTER 2013
JAN. 8 7:15 PM HOME BASKETBALL GAME – PRAIRIE RIDGE (BOYS) PEP BAND – 6:15 PM “A”
JAN. 9 7:15 PM HOME BASKETBALL GAME – CARY-GROVE (GIRLS) PEP BAND – 6:15 PM “B”
JAN. 17 7:00 PM WINTER ORCHESTRA CONCERT
JAN. 23-26
ALL STATE MUSIC FESTIVAL: PEORIA
JAN. 28 4:30-6:00 PM MARKET DAY (PICK UP 4:30-6 PM) CHORUS ROOM
JAN. 29 7:15 PM HOME BASKETBALL GAME – MCHENRY (BOYS) PEP BAND -6:15 PM “A” BAND
FEB. 1 7:15 PM HOME BASKETBALL GAME – JACOBS (BOYS) PEP BAND – 6:15 PM “B”
FEB. 1 7:30 PM STUDENT DIRECTED PLAY
FEB. 2 7:15 PM HOME BASKETBALL GAME – CRYSTAL LAKE S. (GIRLS) PEP BAND – 6:15 PM “A”
FEB. 2 7:30 PM STUDENT DIRECTED PLAY
FEB. 7 7:00 PM CHORAL VARIETY SHOW
FEB. 12 7:00 PM WINTER BAND CONCERT
FEB. 15 7:15 PM HOME BASKETBALL GAME – CRYSTAL LAKE S. (BOYS) PEP BAND – 6:15 PM “B”
FEB. 26 7:00 PM JAZZ CONCERT
8 th Annual
MUSIC CHANGES LIVES
Luncheon-Auction and Benefit Concert
SUNDAY, February 10, 2013
1:00 – 4:00 pm
Elgin Community College, UBC Dining Hall
Planning is underway for our seventh annual Music Changes Lives luncheon! The event
will feature a fabulous buffet luncheon, performances by Dundee-Crown’s very own
stellar music students, and a silent auction whose proceeds will help benefit the
advancement of music education of D-C’s music students. We need your help to make it
a success. Please consider contributing an item to the auction/raffle. You, your
employer, or both can donate the item. Some items that tend to sell well include: gift
certificates, jewelry, wine, golf items, gift baskets, books, art, food. Cash contributions
can also be made. If you have any questions regarding the MCL event, please contact
Lynne Meng at dcpomp@gmail.com

BUTTER BRAID & CARING BEAN COFFEE FUND-RAISER COMING SOON
Place Orders: February 5, 2013
Order Forms Due: February 20, 2013
Butter Braids Delivered: March 11, 2013
Pick Up Place & Time: TBD
Butter Braids and Caring Bean Coffee will return in February. POMP will be holding their
fundraiser just in time for the holidays. Forms should be coming home on February 5 with
delivery before Spring Break. If you haven’t ordered from Butter Braids before – just ask
someone who has – they are wonderful! Butter Braids is a homemade, hand braided pastry
dough that the customer lets rise 10-12 hours and then bakes to produce a delicious
breakfast/dessert entrée. They come in a variety of flavors and they are great to have during the
holidays when you have company. It is so easy to let it rise overnight and bake in the morning. If
you have any questions regarding Butter Braids please contact Ann Clarton, 847-854-6867 or
email her at annclarton@aol.com
POMP Monthly Meetings
(Parents of Music Performers)
Meetings Held: Chorus Room DC
When: First Monday of each month
Time: 7:00 pm
Listed below are the dates of the POMP
meetings, hope to see you there.
Jan. 7, Feb. 4, Mar. 4, Apr. 1, May 6
MARKET DAY
PICK UP DATES
TIME 4:30-6 PM
(Please mark your calendars)
Jan. 28
By ordering Market Day you can help support the
Music Program. Internet orders due by 11:00 pm
on Thursday, Jan. 24. Parent volunteers are
needed on the dates above from 3:30-4:30 pm to
help re-check items.
President:
2012-2013 OFFICERS
POMP Email address: dcpomp@gmail.com
Monica O’Neill
dcpomp@gmail.com
847-658-5149
Co-Vice-Presidents: Lynne Meng Dana Piranino
sleepyhollowrose@gmail.com zzsmom84@yahoo.com
847-428-4298 847-708-8484
Treasurer:
Secretary:
Larry Stilwell
Istilwell58@yahoo.com
847-854-4715
Karan Miller
Karan209@gmail.com
847-658-1950