The Panther Post

Special Issue: End of First Quarter
October 19, 2016

We like to highlight first celebrations and recognitions!

Universal Day

Thank you to our Partner in Education Universal Studios! Students who scored at proficiency or made learning gains by state criteria on the FSA ELA last spring. These students were invited to spend a complimentary day in the parks this past Friday, October 14. A fun time was definitely on the menu for the day (pictures just below).

STEM Alliance Awards Recognition

This year Dr. Phillips is proud to have three students receiving STEM Alliance Awards Recognition:

Most Improved Science Student: Yaxel Perez - 12th grade
Most Improved Math Student: Ameer Idrees - 9th grade
Most Outstanding Math Student: Graham Jordan

CONGRATULATIONS to all for a job well!

From left: Graham Jordan, Dr. Knight, Ameer Idrees, and Yaxel Perez

Giving Back & Supporting the Community

If you and/or your student are looking for ways to give back to the community or show support, below are a couple of ways for the month of October.

Harbor House of Central Florida: Students can earn community service points in supporting this wonderful organization.

SOCKTOBER: The freshman class of 2020 are sponsoring SOCKTOBER. Socks are some of the most needed but the least donated items to homeless shelters. To help make a difference, the Freshman Class will be collecting NEW socks of any size, color, or variety during the entire month of October. At the end of the month we will donate all of the socks collected to the Coalition for the Homeless of Central Florida. This is a nationwide movement started by YouTube Star, Kid President. For more information contact Ms. Galipault at caitlin.galipault@ocps.net

October Parent Academy

October 22nd Parent Academy being hosted by Colonial High School. There will be a FASFA support session for parents. Be sure to bring your 2015 income tax form as well as student and parent social security number or alien registration number.

You can register the day of the academy or visit us online: www.ParentAcademy.ocps.net to REGISTER TODAY! Parents may bring their children to attend the Youth Academy while they get the hands-on assistance.

The link below is on the OCPS website and it has the Colonial FAFSA Help Session listed.
https://www.ocps.net/Students/Documents/Financial%20Aid%20Info%20Nights%202016-2017.pdf

REMINDERS!

Dress Code - while we respect the opportunity for students to express themselves through their dress for school, ALL students are expected to adhere and follow the student dress code.

CAR RIDERS / STUDENT DROP OFF - Parents, driving safety is a priority here at Dr. Phillips. Over 1,000 cars daily come through our car loop. With this many cars entering the school at the same time requires everyone to be aware. The following are some critical reminders when driving your student to school.

1. Students are not be dropped off on Turkey Lake Road. It is dangerous and against the law.

2. When turning from either direction into the school only use the designated turn lanes. Turning into and squeezing into turn lanes from the main thoroughfare is dangerous and against the law.

3. Drop off your student only from the lane that is along the curb. It is dangerous for students to be dropped off from the inside lane and cut through moving vehicles.

4. Move as far forward as possible. Be aware of the cars behind you are dropping off also. Stopping randomly creates bottle necking of other cars trying to enter and drop off.

On behalf of administration, I greatly appreciate everyone's assistance with make morning drop off as SAFE as possible.

Dr. Knight

*Pictured very top - The Women of DPHS! Back row from left: Alisa Dorsett, Jennifer Downs, Stephaine Finley, Catherine Ellixson, Vanessa Morrow, Kimela Graves, and Lakeitha Black. Front row from left: Principal Suzanne Knight, Tamie Shuster

Upcoming Events / This is Week #10 of 2016-2017

Oct. 21: Report cards issued
Oct. 21: Rival football game away at Olympia, 7 PM
Oct. 22: OCPS Parent Academy
Oct. 22: Relay for Life Fall Festival, 2-5 PM - Info.
Oct. 24: Women's basketball tryouts, 2:30 PM
Oct. 27: Washington Univ. of St Louis visit
Oct. 29: Last day for seniors to visit Cady Studios in Winter Park for yearbook pictures
Nov. 3: Underclass yearbook retakes
Nov. 8: Eckerd College visit
Nov. 15: PTSA meeting, 6:30 PM

* Reminder: Please visit the DP Guidance Website in order to obtain a pass to meet with one of the visiting universities listed above or below.

NEW!! DAILY TUTORING SCHEDULE and LIST OF STUDY RESOURCES
School Menus

Scholarship Opportunities

All Sports Schedules

Annual Sports Pass (All DP Athletics at Home)
DP Guidance Department
DP Student Dress Code
Class of 2017 - Cost Detail for all Events
OCPS Student Code of Conduct
DP Website
Panther Zone - Official Site for DP Athletics
OCPS 2016-2017 Calendar

DPHS Partner in Education of the Week.

Vital Signs

Note: Vital Signs credit of Coach Riki Smith, Administrative Dean

2016-2017 First Quarter at DP: A Look Back

Take the Quiz!
* Answers at bottom

1. Monday, October 17, 2016 began the second marking period of 2016-2017. Progress Reports will next be sent home when?
A. October 31
B. November 1
C. November 18
D. December 25

2. If a student is you late to first period in the morning, where should they report to immediately once arriving on campus?
A. The closest discipline office
B. Their guidance counselor
C. Their 1st period class
D. The PAC

3. Our PTSA is vital in supporting many school activities throughout the year. They welcome all members of the DPHS school community to participate. The PTSA meets 1X per month when?
A. The second Tuesday of the month
B. The second Monday of the month
C. The last Friday of the month
D. Once per week

4. DPHS Theatre put on a terrific production of what musical during the first quarter?
A. Les Mis�rables
B. West Side Story
C. RENT
D. Miss Saigon

5. Which of these local organizations was recognized during the first quarter for their support of DPHS?
A. Pammies Sammies on Turkey Lake Rd.
B. Universal Orlando Resort
C. VALIC
D. West Orange Chamber of Commerce

6. The media center has additional time set out for our Panthers during the school week. When?
A. Both before and after school, every day
B. Both before and after school, but only Monday - Wednesday
C. Tuesdays, all day
D. Every other day

7. It is fine for a student use a cellphone on school property in these instances:
A. Before school
B. At lunch
C. In class, but before the bell rings
D. After school

8. DPHS Athletics rolled out an 'Annual Sports Pass' for students during the first quarter. It gives them FREE admission to every home regular football game for the year as well as for basketball, baseball, softball, soccer, volleyball, water polo, wrestling home games. . . everything. What is the cost for this annual pass?
A. $30
B. $50
C. $75
D. $99

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9. DPHS has a number of colleges and universities visiting throughout the fall period. However, in order for a student meet with one of their representatives on campus, they must first do what?
A. Get permission
B. Create a free 'Eventbrite account'
C. Have a 2.5 GPA or better
D. Contact the visiting school directly two weeks in advance

10. On September 11th DPHS held a special ceremony in recognition of the terrorist attacks 15 years ago. Which group was responsible for this powerful moment of remembrance?
A. Athletics
B. SGA
C. AFJROTC
D. PTSA

11. Our 2016-2017 Teacher of the Year is _______.
A. Ms. Sargent
B. Ms. Wells
C. Ms. Watson
D. Ms. Galipault

12. All Physical Education class students were taught hands-only _____ by the Orlando Fire Department during the first quarter.
A. Water rescue
B. CPR
C. Anti-smoking tips
D. Fitness techniques

13. At the end of the first quarter, the DPHS football team had a 5-2 record by the end of the first quarter, but has actually won ____ games in a row vs. other high schools in our district.
A. 18
B. 28
C. 38
D. 48

14. Thank you for reading the Panther Post! Approximately how many individual families now open each issue at least one time every week or so?
A. 300
B. 500
C. 1,000
D. 1,200

15. Hurricane Matthew caused schools to be closed two days this month. One of those make-up days is coming up. It is ____.
A. Friday, October 21st
B. Monday, October 24th
C. Friday, October 28th
D. Monday, October 31st

Answers to the Quiz

Curriculum

Mrs. Dobrowolski's AP 3D Studio class works on their "Man Vs Nature" project.

Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration at DP

Sept. 15 to Oct. 15

Dr. Phillips High School students celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month 2016 on Columbus Day, Monday, October 10th during both lunches. Spanish Club students organized an exhibition where they proudly presented posters, food and music from various Spanish speaking countries; representative of our diverse school population. Students gave out candy to all students willing to take a few steps of "salsa and merengue" dances....�Viva la Hispanidad!!

DP Jazz Band

Student Announcements / Reminders

FASHION CLUB IS LOOKING FOR DESIGNERS AND STYLISTS
If you have a passion for fashion and want to debut your style in our annual fashion show please pick up an application in room 3-106. We are looking for designers, stylists and models of all shapes and sizes.

We Girls Club meeting
The first meeting for We Girls Club is Friday, October 21st after school in Mrs. Peebles room #3-215 from 2:30 to 3:30. For more information visit www.Wegirlsclub.com

Socktober
Attention, Panthers! DPHS has officially joined the nationwide SOCKTOBER movement. All month long, bring in your donation of NEW socks of any size, color, or variety. At the end of the month, all socks will be donated to the Coalition for the Homeless of Central Florida. For more info and a list of donation locations around campus, go to tinyurl.com/dpsocktober or see Ms. Galipault in room 1239. Thanks and Happy Socktober!

Socktober - Freshman Class Council
Did you know that socks are one of the least donated, but most needed items at most homeless shelters? This October, the Freshman Class Council is joining the nationwide SOCKTOBER. All month long, bring a pair or a pack of NEW socks to donate at one of our convenient drop-off boxes around campus. At the end of the month, all socks will be donated to the Coalition for the Homeless of Central Florida. Thanks and Happy Socktober!

Student ID Cards
Students with delay entry or early release may stop by the Media Center to pick up their ID. You must bring your current DP ID to exchange or $5.00 cash or check (made out to Dr. Phillips High School).
* At this time, all students should have a Dr. Phillips High School ID's.
** Reminder: Your ID card must be with you at all times while on school property.

Math Department Tutoring
Every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 2:20-3:00 p.m.
North Campus room1212 - South Campus room 3-209

Yearbook
Did you forget to buy last year's Yearbook? If so, you can purchase for only $15 with a current order of the 2017 Yearbook.

All Yearbooks must be pre-ordered. For the first time, if you do not preorder you will not have an opportunity to buy one. So, buy your Yearbook today at Jostens.com.

Valencia Application Day
Seniors are you thinking about saving money while working towards your college degree? Be sure to sign up for Valencia Application Day on November 14th where you will receive help in applying to Valencia and the Bridges to Success Scholarship. See Guidance for more details.

OCPS 2016-2017 Calendar

Print-ready copy here

DID YOU KNOW?
Teens stand their ground . . .

* USA Today (Oct. 2016)

Relay for Life

DPHS supports the American Cancer Society!

1st Annual Central Florida Relay For Life Fall Festival: Saturday, October 22nd, 2:00pm - 5:00pm, Salem Lutheran Church, 7900 S Apopka Vineland Rd., Orlando, FL 32819

* Relay teams can reserve a parking lot spot to host a FREE trunk or treat along with a fundraiser of their choice

* For more information, or to register your Relay team, email Jessica and Tosha at RelayMisfits@gmail.com

* Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/274268386305505/

Athletics

Women's Basketball

Tryouts for the 2016-17 Women's Basketball team will be held Monday, October 24th after school on the outdoor courts from 2:30pm - 3:45 pm. Please see Coach Anthony Jones in 23-201 with any questions or email Anthony.jones@ocps.net

Women's Golf
Women's Golf finished with a team score of 362 to place third at the Regional Champinship in Lakeland this week - Read the story

Women's Golf advances to the Regional Championship for the fifth consecutive year (2016)

Football

Bring your family friends out for one of the biggest rivalry's games in Central Florida! DP vs Olympia, "The Back yard Brawl". Game is at Olympia at 7pm. Get there early! Let's go Panthers!!!

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