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The Official Source for Plant High School Information
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November 5, 2014
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 Academic Foundation
Thank you to everyone who has joined the Academic Foundation. Your membership donations enable us to provide classroom items that enhance education for all students. Already this year we've funded grants for the English, World Languages, Science, Social Studies, Fine Arts and Math Departments. We've also purchased items for ESE, ROTC and Guidance. It's never too late to become a member. Simply make a donation in any amount. Together we make a difference!
What's on tap for November? Find out at our meeting on Wednesday, November 12th at 9:15 am in the Media Center. We look forward to seeing you!
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 Athletic Foundation
The Panther Bowl is this Friday, November 7th, at Splitsville in Channelside. This adult only event is from 6:30 to 10:30 pm. Tickets are $75/person for unlimited food, drinks and fun and can be purchased at the door, cash and checks only.
Check-in is from 6:30 to 8:00 pm. Be sure to arrive early so you can bid on the fantastic auction items - vacations, sports memorabilia, dining experiences, and of course the coveted Plant Parking Pass in the live auction!
Join you friends, faculty and coaches while supporting your favorite team!
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 PTSA Update
I hope everyone was able to attend our first ever Volunteer Fair. Over 25 non-profit organizations attended in order for our students to make educated decisions when signing up for volunteer hours. This is one of the many programs that PTSA sponsors throughout the year to benefit our students.
Our community outreach committee provided dinner for the staff at Metropolitan Ministries and volunteered at their Fall Festival.
If you haven't already joined or donated, please go to our website today and become a member. With your help we can continue to offer programs for students as well as support our teachers all year long.
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 Panther Preview
Panther Preview will be on December 8th from 4 to 6 pm. This is an informational program for incoming 9th grade students only. Please register on the Plant website no later than November 19th. Print your admission ticket and bring it with you on December 8th. |
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 Counselors in the Classroom
Counselors have visited senior classes to review a college and graduation checklist and share information about Bright Futures Scholarships. Please review college application deadlines with seniors and have them request recommendations at least 2 weeks in advance.
This week, counselors visited all 9th grade classes to conduct a High School 101 seminar. Students learned about the high school GPA, credits, Bright Futures, and graduation requirements. The counselors fielded questions on these topics and encouraged the students to take advantage of the guidance information posted on Plant's website. Students also received a school district brochure which includes a chart outlining all of the graduation requirements. Please review this information with your children.
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 Beta Club News
The induction ceremony for new members will be held on November 19th at 7 pm in the auditorium. Guest speakers at this year's induction will be two Plant Beta Alumni who will talk about their college experiences and offer some helpful tips to our new members. In conjunction with our induction, we are collecting items for needy infants and children in Colombia. Details about the items needed will be mailed soon with the formal invitation to the ceremony. |
 Lady Panthers Golf Team
Congratulations to the 2014 Lady Panthers Golf Team for their performance at Districts and Regionals. The Panthers placed 2nd at Districts and 3rd at Regionals. Plant girls were just five strokes off from making it to State. Great season team! |
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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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School Calendar
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- November 7: Panther Bowl, 6:30 to 10:30 pm, Splitsville @Channelside
- November 11: Veterans Day Holiday/Non-Student Day
- November 12: Academic Foundation Meeting, 9:15 am, Media Center
- November 19: Beta Club Induction Ceremony, 7 pm, Auditorium
- November 24-28:Fall Break/School and District Offices Closed
- December 1: Students Return to School
- December 8: Panther Preview, 4:00 to 6:00 pm
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Band
- 11/8 Lakewood Ranch Competition
- 11/22 Plant High School will be hosting the FMBC State Championships
Chorus
Chorus will present The Snow Queen during the annual Madrigal celebration. The show will take place at St. Mary's Episcopal Church Hall on Saturday, December 6th at 12 and 7 pm, and on Sunday, December 7th at 5 pm. Reservations are open to all at Showclix.com or by order form. Assigned seating is prioritized based on when the reservation is made, so order soon.
Drama
PHS Theatre presents The Complete Works of William Shakespeare Abridged.
Join the hardest-working kids in South Tampa show business as they weave their wicked way through such classics as Romeo and Juliet, Titus Andronicus, A Midsummer Night's Dream, and even Hamlet. They will leave you breathless and helpless with laughter. November 6th, 7th and 8th at 7:00 pm in the Auditorium.
Orchestra
Plant Orchestra's Annual Garage Sale will be held on November 8th at 114 Woodlynne Ave from 8 am to Noon. There will be baked goods and great deals -- come early! We still need items. Please call 495-0512 to donate. The Orchestra will also be selling car wash tickets which make great holiday gifts.
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Clubs and Activities Calendar
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Pantherettes - 11/8 Marching Competition with PHS Band @ Lakewood Ranch, performance time TBA
- 11/22 FMBC State Championships with PHS Band @ Plant, performance time TBA
Robotics This year's season for PHS competitive robotics teams, KNO3 and Biohazardous, is in full swing. Teams are in the midst of designing and building their robots and will compete in the following up-coming meets: - 11/8 @ Hillsborough High School
- 12/6 @ Middleton High School
- 12/20 @ Keystone Prep (gym)
- 1/10 League Championship @ St. Leo University
- 1/24 League Championship @ Polk State College
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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
- 11/7 BYE Week
- 11/14 Plant vs. Orlando Boone, 7 pm
Girls Cross Country
- 11/8 Regional Race, 8:30 am
- 11/15 State Championship (if we win Regional), 7:30 am
Crew ClubPlant High Rowing is starting their winter training and racing this November. We are looking for eager 9th through 12th graders to come try a new sport! Learn to Row week will run Monday, November 10th through Friday, November 14th. Visit www.PlantHighRowing.com for more information.
Boys Basketball
Basketball season starts this month. For home games, the first 20 Plant students get in free!
Varsity games
- 11/18 Plant @ Plant City, 6:30 pm
- 11/20 Plant vs. Wharton, 6:30 pm (Chick-Fil-A will be selling food, giving away coupons, and a chance to win food for a year.)
- 11/21 Plant @ Sickles, 6:30 pm
- 11/29 Plant @ Jesuit, 7:00 pm
- 12/1 Plant @ Alonso, 6:30 pm
- 12/4 Plant @ Newsome, 6:30 pm
- 12/5 Plant vs. Robinson, 6:30 pm
JV Games
- 11/29 Plant @ Jesuit, 1:30 pm
- 12/6 Plant vs. Jefferson @ Leto, 10:30 am
- 12/6 Plant vs. Leto @ Leto, 12:00 pm
Girls Basketball
The Lady Panther Basketball team will open up its season in Sarasota on November 4th and 6th in their preseason classic. The first home game is on November 10th. For the 2014-2015 Lady Panther basketball schedule, click here. Please come out and support your Lady Panthers.
Girls Soccer
The Girls Soccer team made a strong showing at their two preseason tournaments with a record of 3 wins, 1 tie and 1 loss. In their first regular season game, the team tied Robinson with a score of 1 to 1. Come cheer the girls on this season!
- 11/6 Plant @ Sickles, 8 pm
- 11/10 Plant @ Durant, 8 pm
- 11/13 Plant vs. Steinbrenner, 8 pm
- 11/18 Plant vs. East Lake, 8 pm
- 11/20 Plant vs. Freedom, 8 pm
- 12/2 Plant @ Palm Harbor, 6 pm
- 12/4 Plant vs. Newsome, 6 pm
- 12/9 Plant @ Strawberry Crest, 6 pm
- 12/11 Plant vs. Alonso, 6 pm
Wrestling
Wrestling season begins this week. There are open tryouts all through fall for anyone coming over after JV or Varsity football. The program is looking for athletes and any interested students. We have a new head coach with an NCAA coaching background and we are excited for what he is bringing to Plant!
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