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The Official Source for Plant High School Information
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August 27, 2014
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 Plant PTSA
I hope everyone had a good first week here at Plant High School. Welcome back! The PTSA is up and running so please visit the website to join and/or donate. We depend on your membership and donations to fund teacher breakfasts, lunches, conference nights and more. We also sponsor Panther Prowl which is right around the corner, and other student programs. Our first General PTSA meeting will be on September 2nd in the cafeteria at 7:00 pm. Please come early to meet other parents and socialize. We will be selling PDQ cards that night as well -- 1- $8, 2- $15, 3- $20.
Our guest speaker will be Kiffani Irby, who will give a presentation on a new web-based program that is an academic planning tool for high school students called guidmii (guide-me). Please join us!
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 Academic Foundation
The year is off to a fantastic start! Thank you to everyone who has already joined the Academic Foundation. AF raises funds to support classrooms at Plant, and your membership makes a difference for every student. Thank you also to our new and returning business partners. We truly appreciate your support.
Everyone is invited to be part of our success this year! Not a member yet? You can join online anytime, or download a membership form and return it following the instructions at the bottom. Prospective business partners should email Lori Markman for more information.
Please plan to attend our first meeting on September 9th at 9:15 am in the Media Center. The meeting will include Plant 101, an introductory program geared toward new parents. It's a great refresher course for veteran parents as well. We hope to see you then!
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 Athletic Foundation
Join the Athletic Foundation today and support "The Team Behind the Teams!" All membership dollars raised go back to our teams, allowing our coaches to purchase the items they feel are necessary for their programs. Your support enriches the experience for our student athletes. Our current brochure is available in the school office or online. Join early for maximum benefit and support of our sports teams! Thank you to those families who have already generously donated.
We are kicking off the school year with a General Membership Meeting tonight, August 27th, at 7:00 pm in the Media Center. Come hear Dr. Jeff Sellman from Florida Orthopaedic Institute discuss how to treat and identify concussions, when is it safe for an athlete to participate in sports after an injury, and how to prevent common sports injuries and treat them if they do occur. All parents are invited, but parents of student athletes are strongly encouraged to attend. We hope to see you there!
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 Save the Date for the Panther Bowl
The Panther Bowl will be on November 7th at Splitsville! More information will be coming. If you would like to volunteer to help or be a sponsor, please email Tonya Hills, Panther Bowl Chairperson, or call her at (813) 363-3866.
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 National Honor Society
If you are interested in applying for NHS this year, please click here for more information. Membership is open to sophomores, juniors, and seniors. If you have already been inducted, you do not need to apply again. |
 Adult Mentors Needed for Connect
Many students need your help this school year. As mentors, no experience is needed. We are looking for empathic adults who can spend one class period per week with a student who needs a caring figure in their lives. Every student in the program is different, so care is taken to match mentors accordingly. This 5th year program is flexible and very rewarding to the student and the mentor. For more information, email Teresa Wilkins or call her at (813) 846-3048. |
 Panther Prowl
Panther Prowl will take place on Wednesday, October 1st from 7 to 9 pm. Admission is $5 for all performers and guests. Come enjoy this fun, student-led pep rally, and join the Plant community in celebrating Homecoming week at PHS! |
 H.B. Plant Homecoming 2014
Homecoming will take place on Saturday, October 11th, from 8 to 11 pm at the A La Carte Event Pavilion. Tickets will be sold during lunch beginning on September 29th for $45 in advance and $55 at the door (cash only). Any student bringing a date who is not a PHS student must submit a guest form. |
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 Senior Student Updates
If you missed the Senior College Meeting on Monday, you have another opportunity to come and hear all about the college application process, financial aid, scholarships, and more. All seniors and their parents are encouraged to attend one senior meeting. The next (and final) session will be held on Thursday, August 28th at 7:00 pm in the Plant Auditorium.
Some colleges offer merit-based scholarships that require a school nomination. Click here for more information.
If you plan to take another ACT or SAT test, we recommend taking it in September or October in order to get those scores to the colleges in time for application deadlines. Please remember, it is your responsibility to send ACT or SAT scores directly to the colleges by logging in to your account on www.collegeboard.org or www.act.org. It can take 4-6 weeks for scores to reach the college so log on and send them now! For most colleges, you need at least one test score in by their deadline, then you can send updated scores after their deadline if you had a complete application. Plant High School does not send test scores to colleges.
Upcoming test dates: SAT: October 11th (Register online by September 12th)ACT: October 25th (Register online by September 19th)
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 Check Family Connection for College Visits
College representatives have begun booking visits to Plant. To sign up for these visits, students must log in to their Family Connection account. Visits will be added weekly, so be sure to check Family Connection regularly. College representatives also have general informational meetings in the community. Here is one:
Get to know MIT. Thursday, September 11th at 7:30 pm at Berkeley. Click here for more information. |
 Dancero Performance Dance Camp
Last call for students K-8 to spend an afternoon with the award-winning Plant High dance team. This fundraiser offers an afternoon of music, dancing, technique and fun. No experience is required. Participants in this day camp can join the Danceros at the PHS home football game on October 24th.
PHS Dancero Performance Day Camp (K-8)
Saturday, September 27th, 1-5 pm
Plant High School Gym
$50.00 (includes t-shirt)
Registration deadline is now and space is limited! Click here for the registration form.
Questions? Contact Leanne at (813) 785-0128, or Kelly at (813) 390-7913.
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 PHS Planners
Senior students are currently selling PHS 2014-2015 planners during all three lunches, and before school in Room 132. Planners are $10 and selling quickly, so get yours while they last. Magnets are also available for $5. (Cash or check made payable to Plant High School PTSA.)
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 Visit the PAW
The PAW is open with great merchandise for all of your Panther fans! Visit us online or next to the cafeteria during lunchtime. We have Plant Nike gear, spirit football jerseys and many new items. |
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Administration
Robert M. Nelson, III, Principal
Kimi Hellenberg, AP Curriculum
Lauren Otero, AP Administration
Erin Mellnick, AP Student Affairs A-Gn
David Webb, AP Student Affairs Go-Ne
Napolean Wade, AP Student Affairs Nf-Z
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School Board
MaryEllen Elia, Superintendent
Carol W. Kurdell, Chair
Susan L. Valdes, Vice Chair
Doretha W.Edgecomb
April Griffin
Candy Olson
Cindy Stuart
Stacy R. White, Pharm.D.
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PHS Twitter Account
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Plant Twitter accounts.
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School Calendar
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August 27: Athletic Foundation Meeting & Speaker 7:00 pm, Media Center
August 28: Senior College Meeting 7:00 pm, Auditorium
August 29: Freshman Class Officer applications due
September 1: Labor Day Holiday, school & district offices closed
September 2: PTSA Meeting 7:00 pm, Cafeteria
September 9: Academic Foundation Meeting 9:15 am, Media Center
September 30: College Night 6 to 8:00 pm
October 1: Panther Prowl 7:00 pm, Dad's Stadium
October 2: Homecoming football game (Plant vs. Riverview 7:00 pm)
October 11: Homecoming dance 8 to 11:00 pm, A La Carte Event Pavilion
October 15: PSAT for all 9th, 10th and 11th grade students
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Clubs and Activities Calendar
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Chorus
Students who would like to be considered for singing the national anthem at PHS events must first audition and be selected. This year's audition date is September 4th beginning at 3:15 pm in the Chorus room. Auditions are a cappella so no backing track is needed. Please friend us on Facebook and check our website for more details.
Band
We are looking forward to an exciting year with our new band director, Brian Dell. -
Family/Business sponsorships are still available. For more information, contact the Band Booster President, Kathy McElwaney;
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FSU Band Day is September 6, 2014, in Tallahassee;
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Plant Band Golf Tournament is October 26th at 1:00 pm at MacDill Air Force Base-Bay Palms Golf Course. For more information, contact 1st VP, Cerese Taylor.
- 10/9 Orchestra Concert 7:00 pm, Auditorium
Drama - 8/27 Drama Booster Meeting 7:00 pm, Cafeteria
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Athletic Calendar
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Below you will find a complete listing of current Plant High School athletic events. Click on any highlighted sport to visit the team's website. Go Panthers!
Football
- 8/29 Plant @ Lowndes, Georgia, 7:30 pm
- 9/5 Plant vs. Robinson, 7:30 pm
- 9/12 Plant vs. Gaither, 7:30 pm
JV Football
- 9/4 Plant @ Chamberlain, 7:00 pm
- 9/11 Plant vs. Robinson, 7:00 pm
Girls Basketball
The Lady Panther basketball team begins pre-season conditioning on September 4th, which is open to all Plant girls interested in trying out for the team. If you'd like to attend, all athletic participation paperwork is due to Coach Mahon by September 2nd. If you were unable to attend the girls basketball meeting, please see Coach Mahon immediately.
Boys Golf
The boys golf team is looking forward to kicking off their 2014 season with a dual match against Alonso and Sickles on August 26th. The Panthers have five returning lettermen from the undefeated 2013 team and are joined by four additional team members. A listing of the team members and the 2014 schedule can be found on the webpage.
Girls Golf
- 8/26 Plant vs. Sickles/Alonso @ The Eagles Golf Club, 3 pm
- 8/28 Plant vs. Steinbrenner @ Heritage Harbor CC, 3 pm
- 9/2 Plant vs. Robinson @ MacDill, 3 pm
- 9/4 Plant vs. Sickles/Alonso @ MacDill, 3 pm
- 9/9 Plant vs. Durant @ River Hills CC, 3 pm
- 9/10 West Hillsborough Invitational (JV & Varsity), Lake Park or Al Lopez, 5 pm
- 9/20 North Port Invitational @ North Port High (Varsity)
Ice hockey evaluations will take place on August 27th at 5 pm at Xtraice. Students who live in the Plant and Robinson school districts are invited to attend. Practices will be held twice a week on Mondays and Wednesdays at 5 pm, and games are on Friday nights. For more information, please email Mike Bell, or call him at (813) 468-8767.
Prospective players and parents are invited to join us on September 4th for an informational meeting in the cafeteria starting at 6:30 pm. Come learn about offseason weight training and conditioning going on right now, and hear about recommended fall ball programs. Visit www.PlantLacrosse.com for more information.
Girls Lacrosse New and returning players: athletic packets must be turned in before you can participate in any team activity. A conditioning schedule will be sent out for September, however, you can start now! Questions? Email Coach Chapman for more information. For real time information, follow us on  .
Crew
Check out the boathouse at an Open House on September 6th. First-time rowers and their parents can join us for more information in the Media Center on September 10th at 7:00 pm. All are welcome; no experience necessary; no cuts -- everyone rows! Visit our website for directions and more details on how to join, or call Coach Moseley at (813) 708-2558. Girls Soccer Coach Pam Smith will hold a girls soccer meeting for interested students on Thursday, August 28th at 3:00 pm, Room 204. |
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