Tuesday, November 16, 2021 |
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DPHS Community Member,
Thanksgiving Break is Monday, November 22 - Friday, November 26. I hope that everyone takes time to enjoy family and friends during this time off. Our offices are closed during the Thanksgiving Break. School will reopen Monday, November 29, 2021.
Student Progress Reports
Parents please take a moment to view your child’s progress report. If your student is earning a D or F and highly recommended to set up a parent conference. Parent conferences can be set up through the guidance office or by emailing your child’s guidance counselor. That information is located on the school website under the tab student services. The link is provided: https://drphillipshs.ocps.net/student_services
SAC Meeting
The monthly SAC meeting will take place Thursday, November 18 at 6:00 p.m. in the Media Center. All are welcome to attend.
Tutoring
Tutoring opportunities are available for students. The information regarding all tutoring opportunities can be located in the student body CANVAS course as well as on the school website (under the student tab).
Turkey Lake Road - No Dropping off
Students should not be dropped off on Turkey Lake Road. It is extremely dangerous and against the law. Students should only be dropped off in the car loop. Students needing to cross Turkey Lake need to do so at the crosswalk. We have already had accidents involving students as a direct result of the student not using the crosswalk. Parents please assist us with ensuring your student arrives at school and home from school safely.
No outside food delivery allowed on campus
We do not allow any outside food delivery service to students i.e. Uber Eats, Door Dash, etc. Food Services will be turned away at the guard gate.
No leaving campus and returning
Students are not allowed to leave campus for lunch or any reason and return. Students who are caught will be subject to consequences including removal of their parking privileges.
With the support of families and the community, we create enriching and diverse pathways to lead our students to success.
GO PANTHERS!
Dr. Knight
Pictured very top: Fall Signing Day 2021 was a success! Congrats to all the student athletes! AWW DP!!
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Nov. 16: Spanish Honor Society meeting, 2:30pm, room 4-101
Nov. 17: ELL Parent Workshop, 10:00am (please see info. below)
Nov. 17: Epilepsy Awareness Walk, 6500 Turkey Lake Rd, 2-4pm
Nov. 18: 9th-11th Picture Make-Up Day
Nov. 18: Cady Studios on campus for Senior photos - schedule time at cady.com/schedule
Nov. 18: Monthly SAC meeting, 6:00pm, media center
Nov. 18: Financial Aid Night, 5:30pm-7:30pm, media center (please see info. below)
Nov. 19: DP Spirit Shirt Friday (wear your favorite DP gear)
Nov. 19: Boys basketball at home vs. Fleming Island
Nov. 22-26: Thanksgiving Break
Nov. 30: Senior Photo deadline
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Partner in Education of the Week |
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All-State Orchestra Acceptance - Nicholas Shikano
It is with great pleasure and excitement that we share from the orchestra department sophomore violinist Nicholas Shikano has been accepted into the 9-10 Concert All-State Orchestra! Only 36 violinists are accepted into this prestigious ensemble each year, by blind audition and multiple rounds of elimination. In January, Nicholas will travel to Tampa, FL, where he will have the opportunity to work with world-class clinicians while representing both Dr. Phillips High School and OCPS. We are so proud of you, Nick!
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VPA Art Magnet
Congratulations to Arden Yu and Hannah Na for placing 2nd and Honorable Mention in the “Family Court Art Challenge!”
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Arden Yu, 10th grade, 2nd Place |
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Hannah Na, 10th, Honorable Mention |
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All-State Musicians
It’s a great honor that four of our musicians have been selected by audition to participate in this year's Florida All-State Festival in Tampa in early January. Congratulations to Caleb Wolf, Greta Harth, Nathan Esquinazi and Andrew Schrader!
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VPA Art Magnet
DP artwork went on full display at The Art Under the Stars, the 45th Annual Maitland Rotary Art Festival - Student Division last weekend. After a one-year hiatus due to the COVID pandemic, the Student Division returned. The student art was displayed in the Venue on the Lake, the Maitland Civic Center’s west wing. In 2019, 95 schools, 166 teachers, and over 1700 students from Orange and Seminole counties participated in the festival. |
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Credit: DP weekly curriculum segment compiled by Coach Riki Smith, M.Ed.
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Spanish Honor Society
Attention Spanish Honor Society members. Our next meeting will be on Tuesday, November 16th, at 2:30 in room 4-101. Make sure you have joined our Remind group using the code @dpshs2122. See you there.
Dual Enrollment
Are you a rising junior or senior that would like to get a head start on a high wage, high demand career? If so, then Orange Technical College’s Dual Enrollment program may be the perfect choice for you. You can attend classes mornings or afternoons at Orange Technical College to receive hands on instruction, earn college credit, and industry certifications. Tuition and transportation are provided to free to high school students!
If you would like to get a jump start on your desired career, please visit Dr. Robin, the Career Specialist, located in room 1-201T; or you can email her at robin.waldon@ocps.net to schedule an appointment. |
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On Campus Senior Photo Day
Class of 2022! Have you taken your Senior Photos yet? The deadline is quickly approaching! The final deadline to have taken your pictures is November 30th.
Cady Studios will be here on campus on Thursday, November 18th in the Media Center from 9:30am-6pm. Go to cady.com/schedule to choose your time slot ASAP. Appointments are filling up fast!
Please contact Mrs. Schellhammer at 110016@ocps.net if you have a financial situation which prevents you from paying the $30 sitting fee.
Senior Baby Photos - Yearbook - SENIORS SENIORS SENIORS!
It's time to submit your Senior baby photos! Show off how much your favorite senior has grown with a Senior baby photo ad in the senior section of the yearbook! These 1/8th page tributes are only $15 and can be purchased through SchoolPay using this link: https://schoolpay.com/link/dpseniorbabyphotos. You must purchase and submit your photos by December 17th.
NTHS Induction Ceremony
Congratulations to all of our new members of NTHS. Please check your email to confirm your attendance at the Induction Ceremony on December 7 in the North Campus Cafeteria. Any questions please contact Ms. Conner camille.conner@ocps.net
Business Academy Members
Monthly meetings will be held on the 2nd Thursday in Building 23 room 109. Meetings will start at 2:30 pm. Professional Dress Day is Every Wednesday - Please Check in with Canvas. For more information, please contact Ms. Conner camille.conner@ocps.net
FBLA Monthly Meetings
Every 4th Tuesday of each month in room 23-109. Members are required to attend each meeting. Any questions please contact Ms. Conner camille.conner@opcs.net
Boys Basketball Home Games
Our nationally ranked boys basketball team opens their season this Thursday at home vs. CFCA at 7 PM. The boys will also play at home on Friday at 7 PM vs. Fleming Island. Get your tickets now at www.tinyurl.com/dphssports
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Financial Aid Night
Dr. Phillips High School
Media Center
Thursday, Nov. 18th 5:30-7:30pm
Come join us for an evening of learning about options for paying for college!! Counselors and advisors will be available to assist in answering questions about all things financial aid! They will also be available for the following:
- FAFSA
- Bright Futures
- CSS Profile
- Loans
- Grants/ Scholarships
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Virtual workshop for ELL parents this Wednesday, Nov. 17th: |
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Student Government Association |
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Manicure Monday (Nov. 29):
Looking for community service hours? Manicure Monday is an easy way to earn community service hours, while also helping to beautify the school’s campus. Students participate by picking up trash or fallen debris that are left behind. Students are given gloves, trash grabbers, hand sanitizer, etc. to make the job a lot more convenient and Covid safe. The Manicure Monday event will take place Monday, November 29th, after school from 2:30 to 3:30 in room 3-112 (Ms. Spiess’ room). All students are welcome to attend!
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Spectacular Panthers:
Teachers selected 10 outstanding students who display excellence, kindness, and all the qualities of a Dr. Phillips High School panther in the classroom. To reward these spectacular Panthers, SGA handed out a package with t-shirts, stickers, and cool spirit apparel near the panthers on North and South campuses during A and B lunch. In addition, the winners received recognition on Instagram, and other platforms as well!
This quarter’s spectacular panthers are:
- Phillip MacGregor
- Aarav Dattani
- Alyssa Guzman
- Ricardo Sadovnik
- Michelle Megnauth
- Amanda Wall
- Devin Hill
- Anika Mallu
- Larissa Peixoto
- Andrew Machamer
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Homecoming Club Parade:
Before the Homecoming game, clubs were able to present their club banners during the club parade around the track. Clubs were able to showcase their school spirit with the awesome banner designs they brought out. We want to thank all of the club representatives who participated in the event and walked their banners.
The winners for the banner competition were Astronomy Club, Hispanic/Latinx Student Union, and French Club! Congratulations!
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Spirit Shirt Friday:
Spirit Shirt Friday takes place every Friday of the school year! Make sure to participate and show off your school spirit! Wear your club shirts, DP sportswear, or any shirt that has been passed out to the student body, including shirts from previous years. We are so excited about all the DP pride this Friday, Go Panthers!
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Golf
Boys Golf wins Regional Championship!
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Good luck at States on Tuesday and Wednesday!! |
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The 2021-2022 boys soccer season is off to an amazing start at 4-1-0! Good luck at Montverde on Monday & see you for our home game on Wednesday night vs Evans! Follow the team on Instagram @dphs_boyssoccer. Photo credit: @brennankoller |
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It was a win against Lake Buena Vista (below)! DP boys soccer remains undefeated! |
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Swim & Dive
Congratulations to our state swim & dive team members who competed in Stuart on Thursday and ended up placing 11th overall in the state! Top results as follows:
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Gabo Morales 7th in 100 fly (new school record 50.27)
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Gabo Morales 9th in 100 back (new school record 51.06)
- Sam Collingwood 9th in 50 free
- am Collingwood 14th in 100 free
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200 Free Relay Team (Sam Collingwood, Brady Kossoff, Aiden Abayasekera, Gabo Morales) 9th (new school record 1:26.81)
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400 Free Relay Team (Sam Collingwood, Sole Fratila, Brady Kossoff, Gabo Morales) 6th (new school record 3:10.84)
- Gabby Proulx 14th in diving
Great job swim & dive team! Awww DP!
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Dr. Phillips HS Winter Sports Information and Contacts
Eligibility Requirements to tryout for DP sports: YOU are required to have a physical and ECG certification on file before you can try out for ANY sport. Please make sure that your physical packet submitted online 48 hours prior to tryouts.
- If you DO NOT have your physical form on file then you CANNOT TRYOUT.
- All students must have at least a cumulative 2.0 GPA or higher to participate.
WINTER SPORTS
For all futures updates concerning DP Athletics, please monitor our Twitter and athletic website for all updates.
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1) Year over year comparison in the number of seniors having completed their FAFSA paperwork though November 5th. DP down -30% from 2020:
FAFSA: Free Application for Federal Student Aid
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2) Reasons given as to why students do not complete the FAFSA for college financial aid:
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Reminder for our Panthers and parents: DP Financial Aid is this Thursday, 5:30-7:30pm (please see the flyer above). Sign up at tinyurl.com/DPHSMONEY
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3) Fewer teenagers use Facebook:
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4) Most popular Thanksgiving side dishes:
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Have a wonderful week!
Dr. Knight, Principal
Dr. Phillips High School
Thursday, November 16, 2021
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Dr. Phillips High School
6500 Turkey Lake Road,
Orlando, FL 32819
Phone 407-355-3200
Fax 407-355-3288
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