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DCHS is proud to announce that Max Piazza and Jacob Suresh have advanced to become finalists in the National Merit Scholarship Program. The nationwide pool of finalists represents less than one percent of high school seniors and includes the highest-scoring entrants in each state. As finalists, students are eligible to compete for scholarships which will be awarded in the spring. Congratulations on this prestigious honor!
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Congratulations to the DCHS wrestlers who qualified for state! Following are district results: Cruz Gannon (106 - champion), Jack Wallukaitn (113 - champion), Josh Bergkamp (120 - 2nd), Kyler Simons (126 - champion), Jayden Zachary (132 - 3rd), Airic Conn (144 - champion), Grant Touney (175 -2nd), Kade Krause (215 - 3rd) and Brady Hagan (HWT champion). Go Maroons!
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
CPR
The Healthy Kids Act requires that every student take a CPR course to graduate. All juniors and seniors enrolled in a PE class in the fall/spring will be certified and do not need a separate course. Courses will be held on Feb. 25 and March 4 in room 500 from 3:30- 6:30 p.m. for students who have not yet fulfilled the requirement. Click here to sign up and pay ($40).
Honor Roll
Please click here to view the first-semester honor roll. Distribution is as follows: Academic Recognition = 3.3300 - 3.6699; Academic Excellence = 3.6700 - 3.799; Presidential = 3.8000 and above. The honor roll is based on the weighted semester GPA.
Tuition Assistance
The application process for the Catholic Tuition Organization (CTO) and Diocesan Tuition Assistance (DTA) is open and families are encouraged to apply before the April 15th deadline. Please note that applying for CTO/DTA does not affect eligibility for the Education Savings Account (ESA) program. Please visit www.fairapp.com (school code: 450 | password: 450ddm).
2024-25 Yearbook On Sale Now
Don't miss out on the 2024-25 yearbook! To purchase, log in to OnCampus, select Resources, Blackbaud Tuition Management, and Purchase Optional Items.
Senior Baby Ads
Senior parents - submit a baby photo of your child along with a message for the yearbook! The cost is $30. Pay online here. Submit your photo and message of 60 words or less via email to yearbook@dowlingcatholic.org before March 10. This is optional for senior families.
Camera Donations
The art department is looking for Digital (DSLR) and Film Cameras (SLR). Please email Lindsay Cooper if you have questions.
Bash on Buffalo
Save the date and join us on April 12 for Dowling Catholic’s biggest celebration of the year, the Bash on Buffalo! NEW this year, proceeds support the STEM Endowment to enhance programming for all students. Our committee is seeking these donations from each class. Donations should be labeled "Bash" - attention: Bonnie Bronson and can be dropped off in the President's Office. Please email Bonnie Bronson or call 515.222.1095 with questions.
Nonpublic Transportation Reimbursement
Families who live more than three miles one-way from DCHS may be eligible for a nonpublic transportation reimbursement. Forms must be submitted each semester (by Dec. 1 & May 1). Eligible families will receive one check following the end of the school year. Instructions are available here.
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ON CAMPUS
Job Openings
DCHS is seeking an Administrative Assistant/Equipment Manager and an assistant for football. Both are paid positions. Please click here to learn more and apply.
Dowling Catholic Post
Did you know DCHS has an amazing online student newspaper? Visit dowlingcatholicpost.com to read the latest news!
Dowling Club
Be a part of the tradition and join the Dowling Club boosters that have been supporting our student-athletes since 1941! Membership includes a sports pass that provides admission to ALL home athletic events (excluding tournament play) and a one-time 15% Campus Store discount. Find the membership level that best suits your needs here. Thank you for your support!
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COLLEGE AND CAREER PLANNING
Dowling Catholic College Fair
Save the date for the DCHS College Fair on Tuesday, Feb. 25. Students in grades 10-11 will attend in a rotation throughout the lunch hour. Colleges from across the Midwest region will be in attendance. Vist a list of attendees here. Parents are welcome to attend!
Summit STEM Fellowship
This virtual summer fellowship, open to rising 9th-12th grade students, aims to identify top students and connect them with mentors from Stanford, MIT, Harvard, and other top institutions, to explore different opportunities and career pathways in STEM. The fellowship is 10-15 hours per week, and events take place in the evenings and weekends. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so early submission is encouraged. To learn more and apply, please visit the program website. Please email info@summitstemfellowship.org with questions.
Raikes School Summer Camp
The Raikes School of Computer Science and Management at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln is accepting applications for a summer learning opportunity for high school students. The summer camp was highlighted by Forbes and continues to provide high-quality computer science education to interested students. Priority Application Deadline: March 31, 2025. Students who submit their application by this date will be notified of admission & scholarship decisions by April 11. Final Application Deadline: May 1, 2025. Learn more and apply online.
Iowa Insurance Division Internship
Are you aware of a junior or senior high school student in Iowa trying to decide which career field they wish to pursue? The Iowa Insurance Division provides opportunities to gain real world experience through an internship as an insurance regulator. Click here to learn more.
ICAN FAFSA Sessions
ICAN advisors will walk through how to complete the FAFSA form step-by-step and answer questions along the way. From student dependency status to which parent is reported on the FAFSA, all the tricky questions about income and assets will be covered as well as the next steps once the FAFSA form is submitted. Feb. 26, 2025 - 5:30 pm - Register here.
Drake Physics Prize
Sophomores, juniors and seniors are invited to compete for the Drake Physics Prize. A variety of awards are available, however, the first-place award is an unrestricted four-year, full-tuition scholarship to Drake University! Learn more here.
Summer Camps
The Catholic University of America School of Engineering will host two residential summer camps for rising juniors and seniors with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Learn more here.
UW–Madison Badger Precollege Program
Summer 2025 registration for Badger Precollege opened on Jan. 13. This innovative program provides students with the opportunity to explore their academic interests and learn more about the college experience. Courses are offered in various subjects from engineering and computer science to art and psychology. Learn more and register here.
Barnard Pre-College Programs
Students are invited to apply to the Barnard Pre-College Programs. These programs are designed to inspire students to explore their academic passions, build leadership skills, and experience the vibrant life of New York City. Learn more about the summer programs here.
DMACC Spring Discovery Events
Explore career opportunities with DMACC's Career Discovery Events! High School students are invited to join us to learn more about a range of career pathways, tour local companies, and learn more about future career opportunities through these interactive events! Register now
Upcoming Scholarship Deadlines for Seniors
Scholarship season has started with many deadlines approaching. View the ICAN scholarship database for a list of scholarships which your student may be eligible for.
Notre Dame Pre-College Online Program
The University of Notre Dame’s Pre-College Online Program is the perfect way for students to explore their interests. Courses span the fields of business, law and STEM, and feature dynamic video lessons that allow them to tune in anytime their schedule allows. Students will earn a Certificate of Completion upon completion. Explore courses here.
Northwestern Pre-College Online Program
Northwestern has launched an exciting new program for motivated high school students featuring interactive tools and a flexible structure that allows them to discover a variety of interests. Visit their website to learn more.
Healthcare Events
The Polk County Healthcare Workforce Collaborative is hosting a series of events for high school students interested in the field of healthcare. Visit healthcare.org for event details and to register.
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EVENTS
APRIL 12: Bash on Buffalo
Please join us at the Bash on Buffalo, our biggest celebration of the year! The event features a silent auction with onsite and remote bidding, a live auction, delicious food, signature drinks, a raffle, and more! Purchase event tickets here. Proceeds support the STEM Endowment to enhance programming for all students. Bash Cash Raffle tickets are now on sale! Click here to purchase. The cost is $100 each. Online sales will end on April 9 at noon. The drawing will be held April 12. Need not be present to win. Must be 21+.
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DOWLING CATHOLIC | 1400 BUFFALO RD. | WEST DES MOINES, IA | 50265 | DOWLINGCATHOLIC.ORG
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