Spring has Sprung! With the changing of the weather, also brings a changing of the way we dress.  Please remember that the dress code printed in the student handbook is still in effect.

Appropriate school attire is important. No student shall dress in such a way as to distract from the learning process of other students. The faculty and administration of Decatur High School recognize that in order for the dress code to be effective, parents and students must attend to a student’s clothing before he or she leaves for school in the morning. We request and appreciate the cooperation of students and parents in this matter.

Students found to be in violation of the dress code will be required to make necessary adjustments by contacting parents to bring appropriate attire or by wearing school-provided clothing.

Health Alert: Adults Advised to Get Pertussis Immunization

The State and King County Health Department have announced a spike in cases of pertussis, which can be particularly severe for young children.

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Decatur High School Class of 2012 Gator Countdown

WANTED: AmeriCorps Volunteers for 2012-13 School Year

Are you interested in making a difference in children’s lives? Consider joining the 2012-13 AmeriCorps Team. What do AmeriCorps members do? They provide full-time national service to Federal Way students for 10-1/2 months, beginning September 4, 2012.

During the year they are involved in a variety of activities which include tutoring students in reading and math, developing before- and after-school programs, recruiting additional volunteers and providing community service. They are assigned to schools Monday through Thursday, and use Fridays for training, team-building and community service projects.

What do they get in return? Each member receives a $1125 monthly stipend, valuable training, health benefits, Federal Student Loan deferments, childcare, a $5550 education award, and most important, the satisfaction of being part of a team that makes a difference in children’s lives. To apply, go to www.americorps.org, or call 253-945-2271. Tell a friend about this life-changing opportunity!