Activities and Clubs

Lion Dance The art of the lion dance is formed by combined arts, history, and kung fu moves. The performers have to practice flexibility, fitness, strength, good balance, and stamina. The peformers also have to listen and move together with the music. Dragon Dance Dragon Dance is easy to learn but hard to master. It emphasizes the cooperation of hands and minds. It is a strong challenge to athletes, especially relyin on the movements of the body that incorporates artistic style and Chinese traditional drama. Taiko Drumming The Taiko Drumming is a Japanese type of music that uses only drums of different sizes. Chinese Orchestra Chinese Traditional Dance Yearbook Student newsletter editing and publication Associated Student Council Model United Nations Community Service Club Basketball The DVS Dragons is a very unique team. We have two to four teams every year; High school and Junior High. They participate in the Ukiah City league, ANCCS tournement, and other tournements as well. Because this school is so small, any student is welcome to join the basketball team as long as they practice vigorously. Soccer Tai Chi Yoga Drama Calligraphy Advanced religious studies Mathematics competitions Chinese competitions Interfaith dialogues Field trips Most students participate in several extracurricular activities. All students serve, perform and help to organize the annual celebrations of Honoring Elders Day (autumn) and Cherishing Youth Day (spring) for the larger Mendocino County community.