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The Panther Post
 Monday, April 24, 2017
  
This is truly my most favorite time of the year: recognizing extraordinary Panthers and the extraordinary things happening at Dr. Phillips!

A New Greenhouse for Dr. Phillips High School
Dr. Phillips gets a new greenhouse through the generous donation of Dr. Phillips Charities. A special thanks to Mr. Ortiz-Reyes' agriculture students who helped with all preparation for the dedication ceremony.
  greenhouse 1
Mixed in with our OCPS and DP Charities guests are some of our student FFA members (purple jackets)
who were a big help on this special day!  
greenhouse 2 
In the foreground of this picture with her back somewhat to the camera is OCPS
Superintendent of Schools Dr. Barbara Jenkins 
greenhouse 2
A historical marker has been erected explaining all about this wonderful DP Charities donation  

2017 Hospitality Student "Full Ride" Scholarship
Congratulations to Caitlin Walsh!! Caitlin was awarded the Don & Lorraine Freeberg Foundation Scholarship - $40,000 ($10,000 per year, up to 4 years). This scholarship allows Caitlin to pursue Hospitality Management at the University of Central Florida Rosen College and covers tuition, textbooks, and housing. Additionally, Caitlin will be offered internship/employment opportunities within the Sierra Lodgings Inc. properties, specifically the Caribe Royale in Orlando, FL.

2017 Hospitality One Time Student Scholarship
Congratulations to Maryam Oginni!! Maryam was awarded a one time $1,000 scholarship to assist with tuition and textbooks at the University of Central Florida Rosen College, Valencia College, or Webber International University. Maryam will attend the Hospitality Management Program at the University of Central Florida Rosen College in the fall.

scholar 1 
Caitlin Walsh 
scholar 2 
Maryam Oginni 
scholars 
Left to right: Maryam Oginni, Ms. Doud (DP Marketing Teacher), Caitlin Walsh 

SENIORS, SENIORS, SENIORS - IMPORTANT REMINDERS

* Senior District Common Final Exams will take place Monday, April 24 - Wednesday, April 26.  

* Digital device turn in: Seniors will turn in their laptop devices starting Friday, May 5, Monday, May 8 and Tuesday, May 9. Seniors who have AP testing may turn in their laptop device the last day of AP testing.

* Last official day for ALL Seniors across the district is Tuesday, May 9.  

* Senior Breakfast is Monday, May 15 from 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Wristbands for the senior breakfast will be given out in conjunction with device check - in. ALL obligations including laptop device obligations must be cleared in order to receive a wristband and participate in Senior Breakfast. Once breakfast is complete, ALL seniors must exit campus and will not be allowed to remain.  
~ Parking for senior breakfast: Seniors who did not have a parking decal for the year will be allowed to park in the bus loop for the breakfast. ALL cars must be gone from the bus loop immediately following the Senior Breakfast.

* Graduation rehearsal date: We will have the date for graduation rehearsal on May 2. A voice message will be sent as soon as the date has been given by the Amway Center. It will also be posted on the SENIORS, SENIORS, SENIORS tab of the high school's website.

* NO SENIORS ON CAMPUS AFTER CAMPUS CLOSES: Seniors should only be on campus after school hours for school sponsored functions/athletics. Any senior caught on campus beyond that will be considered trespassing and will not be allowed to participate in the graduation ceremony.

* Graduation: Tuesday, May 30, 2017 at the Amway Center, 9:00 a.m.

Parents continue to check the SENIORS, SENIORS, SENIORS tab for updated senior information.

As always, enjoy your week!
Warm regards,

Dr. Knight
 
* Pictured very top: The women of Dr. Phillips at Prom '17 Saturday evening. From the left - Mrs. Shuster, Dr. Knight, Mrs. Patterson, Mrs. Break, Mrs. Black, Mrs. Bowman and Mrs. Morrow.
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Seniors sit for their Common Final Exams this week . . .

DPHS Partner in Education of the Week!   
Sky Zone Orlando 5250 International Drive -  Website   

skyzone  
Vital Signs

Credit: Coach Riki Smith 
Testing Schedule
April 24-26: Senior Common Final Exams (CFEs)
April 27-28: FSA EOC for Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2
May 1-15: AP Exams (See this schedule for details: https://apstudent.collegeboard.org/takingtheexam/ap-calendar)
May 4: PERT for Seniors ONLY
May 8: U.S. History EOC
May 9: Biology EOC
May 15: PERT for 9-11th for Algebra 1 Concordant Score (NOTE: Only 9th Graders who took the exam prior to this school year will sit to test if needed)
May 22-24: CFEs for 9th-11th Grade

* FSA = Florida Standards Assessment
* EOC = End of Course Exam
* CFE = Common Final Exam
Curriculum

Mrs. Allen's students of Premiere Orchestra working diligently to prepare for
their 2017 State Music Performance Assessment.


Students purchasing Prom tickets from teachers and staff this past week.

The Dr. Phillips High School United States Air Force JROTC cadets had their 29th Annual Awards Ceremony on April 18, 2017.  Over 50 cadets were recognized during the ceremony from 25 National Air Force JROTC Award sponsors.  The event also honored the top cadets in the program as the "Outstanding Cadets of the Year."


Outstanding 2nd Year Cadet Gerson Linares
with Dr. Knight
Outstanding 4th Year Cadet Sydney Rosado
with Dr. Knight

Sarina Zhou received 2 Silver Key Awards and 2 Honorable Mentions for the 2017 Scholastic Art and Writing Awards (Region-at-large). In addition, her painting, 'Winter Snow,' was one of the artworks to receive the 'High Merit' Award as well as to get printed into a book for the Fall 2016 'Celebrating Art' Contest. Great Job!!


Sarina Zhou with her High Merit Award

Sarina's artwork 'Winter Snow' appeared
in this art collection book
Curriculum component credit: Coach Riki Smith
Save the Date!
In honor of April being Autism Awareness Month, DP is hosting our first ever "Autism Awareness Walk" on Saturday, April 29th. Join us and help support autism research. Awww DP!!!


Announcements & Reminders
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Attention Class of 2017 . . .
UPDATED SENIOR INFORMATION - JUST RELEASED

Cap and Gown and Digital Device Turn In - Schedule

SENIORS!!! Have you been accepted? Received any scholarships? Please share a copy of your acceptance letter with your counselor and fill out the google forms on the guidance website to be entered in for a free prize!

Academic Awards Program
Dr. Phillips High School
Academic Awards Ceremony
Monday, May 1, 2017
7:00 p.m.
Performing Arts Center - PAC
  • Parent and student letters were sent home on Wednesday, April 19, 2017. Particular 9th-12th students received an invitation during their 7th period class.
  • ALL recipients are expected to arrive at 6:45 p.m. for check-in and seating.
  • PLEASE RSVP by Thursday, April 27th - A blue instruction insert was included in the invitation.
  • We are looking forward to seeing each of you there.
  • If you have any addition questions or concerns, please contact Mrs. Lakeitha Black, Assistant Principal at Lakeitha.black@ocps.net or 407-355-3227.
NHS Senior Requirements/Meeting
There will be a mandatory meeting for all National Honor Society seniors this Monday, April 24 after school in the media center. Seniors must be cleared on dues, grades, and community service to march with NHS at graduation. See Mrs. Wells with any questions.

Honor Cords for CTE Classes
All eligible students who are eligible for and want to order a CTE graduation honor cord must pay no later than Monday, April 24. You can use the CTE Honor Cord for Graduation School Pay account or if paying by cash or check see Mr. Ireland in the 100 Building.  Cost is $10.  If you are not sure if you are eligible for a CTE honor cord, please check with your CTE teacher or Mr. Ireland.

Best Buddies
Best Buddies will have a meeting on Monday, April 24 at 2:15 PM in Ms. Meena's Room (600-102) next to Pre-K Room. Please bring your community service logs to be signed for hours and for final pick up of t-shirts.

Autism Awareness Walk
Did you know that 1 in 45 children have been diagnosed with autism? The month of April is Autism Awareness Month.  PALS club is proud to be hosting DP's first "Autism Awareness Walk" on Saturday, April 29th from 10am to noon.  Please join us for this fun event and experience the famous human hamster wheel!  See Mrs. Meena in room 06-102 to buy a t-shirt and register for the walk.  

Grad Bash '17
Attention Seniors - Please make note of the following guidelines for Grad Bash on Friday night:
  • You will need to be at the bus loop by 6:00 PM.
  • Tickets will be sold at that time on a first-come, first-served basis for $80 cash.
  • You must ride the bus to and from Universal.  You will not be let in on your own or through the main gate.
  • There is a dress code for this event that is strictly enforced by Universal security.
  • Clothing must not contain holes or shredding or obscene, offensive language or graphics
  • No visible undergarments, tank tops or undershirts, short shorts or clothing that exposes excessive portions of the skin and may be inappropriate for a school function (like bathing suits)
  • No high school, college and professional team name or logos or area codes displayed on clothing
  • Also no accessories such as chains, spiked collars or studded/spiked belts * Hats
  • Finally . . . this is a fun event to celebrate your upcoming graduation. Alcohol, nicotine and any type of illegal drugs will not be tolerated. All participants will be screened and bags will be checked.
Student Testing
If you are a student taking Algebra 1, Algebra 2, or Geometry, you are required to take the FSA End of Course exam in those subjects. If you aren't sure of your testing location, please ask your Math or English teacher. Thank you and good luck testing!

PALS Meeting
There will be a mandatory PALS meeting this Monday after school in room 06-102.  If you are not a PALS member but would like to volunteer at our Autism Awareness Walk on Saturday, April 29th please attend this meeting.  Community Service hours will be given!

Mystery Book Club
The Mystery Book Club will be meeting on Tuesday from 2:30-3:30 PM in room 2-209.

Ear Bud Policy
Reminder that only one earbud can be used and the other ear must be earbud-free. No headphones or portable speakers allowed on campus.

UBER Eats
Reminder to all students:
Please do not order food via Uber eEats because they cannot deliver to our campus. Your subject to lose your money and the food will be returned to the restaurant.

Lunch Reminder
You must eat on the same campus as your 5th period class. If your 5th period class is on the North Campus, you will eat at the North Campus.  If your 5th period class is in the South Campus, gym or bldg. 23, you will eat at the South Campus.

DRESS CODE
Reminders that will help students ensure dress code is being followed:
  • Sleeveless / strapless / spaghetti tops are NOT allowed.  
  • Skirts and shorts must be mid-thigh or longer.
  • Jeans MUST be worn at hips.
  • NO hats or hoodies.
  • NO lounge pants (pajama bottoms).
Athletics

Panther Zone

Flag Football  
 
The Lady Panthers rout Winter Park 41-0  
Men's Tennis

 
Junior JP Harman returns a backhand shot (2017) 
 
Men's tennis traveled to Winter Park for the Regional Semifinals and captured the top three singles matches and line one doubles to secure a 4-2 victory over the host Wildcats. 
DP Alumni 
King of the Ring:
Dr. Phillips alum earns national championship as part of UCF wrestling team.

Justus Griffith, who graduated from DPHS in 2013, took the top spot in the nation at 133-pounds
at NCWA Nationals in Texas.
OrangeObserver.Com story 
 
 
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