2016May

Vol 23issue 1

From the PrincipalPrincipal

Michael P. Vigue

Pinellas County School Board

District RepresentationCarol J. Cook, Chairperson - Single Member District #5

Peggy L. O’Shea, Vice Chairperson - At Large District #3

Robin L. Wikle - Single Member District #4

Janet R. Clark - At Large District #1

Terry Krassner - At Large District #2

Linda S. Lerner - Single Member District #6

Rene Flowers - Single Member District #7

SuperintendentDr. Michael Grego

Area SuperintendentRobert Poth

Our VisionThe Vision of the Boca Ciega High School is 100% Student Success.

Our MissionOpening Doors to Success

for Our Students

Phone: 893-2780 Fax: 893-1382

www.pcsb.org/bocaciega-hsDistrict Website: www.pcsb.org

To download a pdf version of this newsletter, go to www.academypublishing.com/schools/bocaciega/bocaciega.php

During the 2015-2016 school year, our students have done an excellent job staying focused on their academics to help them be prepared for post high school opportunities. We remain committed as a school to helping prepare our students for the college and career of their choice. OursecondsemesterfinalexamschedulesarelistedbelowandwillbeginonTuesday,May26th,forseniorsandonThursday, June 2nd, for underclassmen. All exams will take place during our regular 90 minute class periods. We are excited for our upcoming graduation ceremony on Friday, June 3rd, at 7:30am at Tropicana Field and the design of this schedule allows underclassmen students the opportunity to attend the ceremony (if they so choose) and still be back to school on time to take their exams.Semester two senior exam schedule – Graduation is Friday, 6/3, at 7:30am:12th grade Thursday, 5/26 Friday, 5/27 Tuesday, 5/31 Wednesday, 6/17:05-8:36 Period 2 EXAM

(seniors only)Period 1 EXAM(seniors only)

Period 2 makeup Period 1 makeup

8:43-10:14 Period 4 EXAM(seniors only)

Period 3 EXAM(seniors only)

Period 4 makeup Period 3 makeup

10:56-12:27 Period 6 review Period 5 review Period 6 EXAM (seniors only) Period 5 EXAM (seniors only)12:34-2:05 Period 8 review Period 7 review Period 8 EXAM (seniors only) Period 7 EXAM (seniors only)

Semester two grades 9-11 exam schedule:9th-11th grade Thursday, 6/2 Friday, 6/3 Monday, 6/6 Tuesday, 6/7

Early dismissal at 12:057:05-8:36 Period 2 review Period 1 review Period 2 EXAM

(grades 9-11)Period 1 EXAM (grades 9-11)7:05am-8:36am

8:43-10:14 Period 4 review Period 3 review Period 4 EXAM(grades 9-11)

Period 3 EXAM (grades 9-11)8:43am-10:14am

10:56-12:27 Period 6 EXAM (grades 9-11) Period 5 EXAM (grades 9-11) Period 6 makeup Period 5 makeup10:56am-11:27am

12:34-2:05 Period 8 EXAM (grades 9-11) Period 7 EXAM (grades 9-11) Period 8 makeup Period 7 makeup11:34am-12:05pm

Our school will remain open in June and July for additional instruction through our Summer Bridge Program. A listing of the three different program options is:What: Who: When: Time: How to Register:Algebra I Jump Start Incoming 9th graders 6/21-7/14 (Mondays

through Thursdays)8am to noon Applications are available from Ms.

Harris in 4-145 and in all officesAlgebra EOC prep Rising 10th-12th graders who have

not passed the Algebra EOC or who need Alg I GPA forgiveness

6/21-7/14 (Mondays through Thursdays)

8am to noon Current math teachers are generating lists of students who may need to attend

Credit Recover using Grad Point

Rising 10th-12th graders who need to retake a course for credit or GPA improvement

6/13-7/14 (Mondays through Thursdays)

8am to noon Applications are available from Ms. Harris in 4-145 and in all offices

We remain thankful for and appreciative of your supportive contributions to our school community.

Sincerely,Michael P. Vigue, The Boca Ciega HS Principal

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Pirate’s Parrot •May2016Published Four Times Per Year

Boca Ciega High School Pinellas County School Board

525 Pennsylvania AvePalm Harbor, FL 34683-5223

Issue #1

BCHS Work Experience Program The BCHS Work Experience Program has several students in need of part-time employment. If you are familiar with a business that may be hiring, please email Tom Arneson (BCHS Work Program Coordinator) at arnesont@pcsb.org. Thank you for your assistance.

Boca Ciega High School

2016 Graduate Ceremony InformationAllschoolfinancialobligationsmustbeclearedpriortoyourapprovedparticipationinthegraduationceremony.

Date: Friday, June 3rd, 2016Time: 7:30 amLocation: Tropicana FieldStudent Arrival Time: 6:30 - 6:45 am and immediately report to Lower Level Gate #6 (Northwest Corner of Stadium enter at the blue tent)Gates open for guests: 6:45 am – enter at Gates 3 or 5 (Handicapped entry is at Gate 4)Student Dress Code:

Ø Male students should wear a white or light colored shirt with a dark tie, dark socks, dark dress shoes, and dark trousers.(tennisshoesandflipflopsarenotacceptable)

Ø Femalestudentsshouldwearafullwhiteoutfit(dress)undertheirwhitegownandshoes(tennisshoesandflipflopsarenotacceptable).High-heeledshoesareNOT recommended since students will be doing a lot of walking over various surfaces.

• Shorts are NOT permitted.• Flowers and jewelry are NOT to be worn on graduation gowns or caps.• Each student will be checked for appropriate attire and appearance prior to participating in the ceremony.• All cell phones, pagers, and any electronic devices will be collected, tagged, and returned to you after the

ceremony. It is recommended that graduates leave purses and electronic devices with a family member or in their automobile during the ceremony.

You will not participate in the ceremony if you are in violation of the dress code.

INFORMATION FOR PARENTS AND GUESTS• All parents and visitors will enter through GATES 3- 5- 5B on the West Side of the stadium. Gates open at 6:45 AM.• Parking fee for visitors will be $10.00 per car. (Car pool if possible) Use Lots 1,2,3,6, & 7 to park.• ALL bags and purses will be checked by Tropicana Field Staff upon entry into the Stadium.• NO BALLOONS, FLOWERS’, BANNERS, UMBRELLAS, STROLLERS, OR AIR HORNS WILL BE

ALLOWED IN THE STADIUM• AllguestsareexpectedtobehaveinadignifiedmannertohonortheGraduates.Handicapped Services Information• Individuals needing handicapped services may use the driving loop in front of Tropicana Field for drop off only.

Use Gate 4 for entry• No wheelchairs will be provided by Tropicana Field Staff—individuals needing this service must bring

their own.• Emergency rescue services will be available at the stadium.

Student ObligationsParents, Ifyourstudentowesanobligation,aninvoicewillbeincludedintheirfinalreportcard.Obligationsmayincludenon-returned textbooks, library books, and uniforms or fair share fees from band and/or JROTC. Unpaidobligationsmayresultinstudentsnotbeingabletoparticipateinextracurricularactivitiessuchasfieldtrips, Prom and Homecoming. Should you receive an invoice, please either return the item or remit payment as soon as possible to avoid these consequences. Summer bookkeeping hours are 7:30-3:30 Monday through Thursday. Should you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. Thank you. Pam Simone, Bookkeeper 893-2780 ext: 2113.

Attention Parents- Wearedowntoourfinal20yearbooks.Oncewesell out there will be no more. The cash price is $75 and can be pre-ordered with Ms. West in building 1 room 069. Don’t be l

eft out!

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2016 Graduate Yard Signs Are you PROUD of your 2016 Pirate Graduate? The BCHS Yearbook staff are currently selling Congrats 2016 Pirate Graduate Yard signs to display in your front yard and other places to show off your students! Price is $15.00 and can be purchased with Ms. West in Building 1 room 069. See color version of the signs on the BCHS Hi-Tide website.

Prom is Upon us! The 2016 Junior/Senior Prom will be held on Friday, May 27th from 8pm to midnight at the Gulfport Casino. This year’s theme is “Fire & Ice” and tickets will go on sale Monday, May 9th at lunchtime. Tickets will be $50 dollars per personandstudentmusthaveallfinesandobligationstakencareofinordertopurchasetheirtickets.Formsforoutofschool guests will be made available on May 9th. Applications to run for Prom Court will also be passed out starting May 9th. See Ms. West with any questions.

Buy your “Bogie” Binder$10Available in BCHS school store2nd Binder= $5 (binder only)Binders will also be available 8/8 (9th grade orientation)

3” D-Ring Binder with Pockets2 Pkg. 8 Tab Dividers2 Pkg. College Rule Notebook Paper3 Ring Pencil Case

The BCHS School Store The BCHS School Store is open for business. Our store offers clothing items, school spirit items, helium balloons, and school supplies. The BCHS clothing would make a great gift! We offer the following:BCHS Hooded Sweatshirt $20BCHS Short Sleeve T-Shirt-Pink $15BCHS Short Sleeve Polo T-Shirt $20

BCHS Short Sleeve T-Shirts $10Parents may contact arnesont@pcsb.org for ordering information.

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Take Stock In Children TheTakeStockinChildren(TSIC)Programisfinishingthis2015-2016year.BocaCiegaH.S.hasthelargestprogram in the State of Florida with 121 students in the TSIC Program. Pinellas County is by far the largest county in the state with this program. The next largest schools are Osceola H.S. and Northeast H. S. with each having 65 students. No one is close to us! We have 90 mentors and everyone in the program has a mentor! Mentorsarefinishingtherequired15sessionsfortheyearsothattheirstudentcanreceivehis/herscholarship.Seventeen seniors received their 2 to 4 year tuition paid scholarships this past Tuesday night, 4/26/2016. If you want tofindoutmoreabouttheTSICprogram,pleasecontacttheFamily&CommunityLiaison,SandyLichner,ext.2102. I want to thank all of my TSIC mentors for their willingness to serve in this program. I want to thank all of the volunteers that help this school with all of Boca Ciega’s programs such as sports, drama, music, JROTC, tutors, library, speakers, etc. You make this school great with your volunteering. We are thoroughly grateful for YOUR SERVICE!

Sandra LichnerFamily and Community Liaison

Spanish 4 students host Gallery Walk Inspired by the life and work of Mexican artist Frida Kahlo, students created self-portraits, personal statements,andtimelines.Studentsreflectedonhowperceptionsofbeauty,creativity,andaestheticsinfluencedaily life, cultural perspectives, and artistic expression. Gallery visitors included students and teachers from Spanish and Creative Writing classes, and other Boca Ciega HS teachers and administrators.

Pictured: Boca Ciega High School Seniors Chelsea Newton and DeMarques Wilson discuss their projects with Principal Mike Vigue.

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An Update from JROTC ThePirateBrigadeDrillTeamattendedtheArmyNationalDrillCompetitionApril7th-9th.Thiswasthefirsttime that the drill team has competed at the national level. There were 71 teams competing at the competition and the BocaCiegaDrillTeamfinishedin13thplace.Quiteanimpressivefinishforafirsttimeshowing!Theteamconsistedof 30 of the best members from the drill team. Each member was hand-picked by the JROTC Instructors. The team is looking forward to competing again next year at the national level. The Pirate Brigade Drill Team also participated in the state Drill Meet on April 16th. The Brigade had approximately 30 Cadets competing at the state meet. Cadet Bethany Gose was awarded third place in the unarmed platoon while KeyonEvansplacedfifthinthemalearmedsquadcategory.Theunarmedfemaleplatoon,ledbyCadetGose,consistedof 13 female members while the male armed squad, led by Keyon Evans, consisted of 7 male cadets. The entire Drill Team performed very well and made our school proud! TheBocaCiegaRifleTeamalsohadatriumphantweek.TheyattendedtheRegionalChampionshipsinAnniston,AlabamaonApril6th-10th.CadetsMeganThomasandCadetGeorgiaWisemetthequalificationstandardsandwereinvitedtocompeteinthethreepositionairrifleNationalChampionshipsinOhio.TheNationalChampionshipswilltakeplaceinPort Clinton, Ohio from June 26th- 28th. Megan Thomas was also awarded a $1,000 college scholarship from the Civilian MarksmanshipProgram.OnApril23rd,therifleteamcompetedattheStateRifleMeetinCapeCoral,Florida.GeorgiaWiseled the team, placing 2nd in the standing position, while the team did very well placing 6th overall at the state competition. Thissummer,afewmembersoftheBocaCiegaRifleTeamwillbeattendingasummermarksmanshipcamprunbytheCivilian Marksmanship Program in Anniston, Alabama. The event will take place on July 25th-29th, 2016 and will be run by a former Olympian and Olympic Coach Dan Durbin. The Cadets attending this event are Nova Nyitray, Kaleigh Hurley, Taryn Spence, and Georgia Wise. Each of these cadets was selected to attend camp by the marksmanship coach COL Portugue based on their potential and performance throughout the year. Be sure to congratulate each of these cadets when you see them. The next parent meeting will be on May 12th. The Instructors will discuss information regarding the 2016 JCLC Summer Camp. The JCLC summer camp event will take place at Camp Flaming Arrow located in Lake Wales, Florida. The event is scheduled for May 26th-28th, 2016. While attending camp, cadets will conduct rappelling, water survival training,orienteering,canoeingandaleadershipreactioncourse.Thesecoursesaredesignedtohelpbolsterconfidenceand help build team work. Cadets attending summer camp, must attend the parent meeting scheduled for 12 May. All questions, comments, or concerns will be addressed by the Instructors at the parent meeting. Summer practices for Raiders will begin June, 14th 2016. For any questions, email First Sergeant Braccio at bracciom@pcsb.org.

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Cross Country TeamSign up for the 2016 Cross Country Team has begun. Looking for a sport to join next year? Do you like running? The boys and girls cross country team is now recruiting new runners for next year’s team. Cross country is a sport that involves long distance running. All races are 5K (3.1 miles long). Most cross country runners also compete on the track team in the spring. The cross country season begins August 1st and runs through the end of October. Summer conditioning practice will be announced soon. Contact Coach Hoge at hogem@pcsb.org or stop by room 50 in building 1.

Another Successful BCHS Wrestling Season Comes to an End This year’s wrestling team had a solid outing, going 22-10 overall for the season. The team was real young this year; we only had 4 returning seniors. Some of the highlights were senior Darquell Pierre breaking Jacob Mohr’s school record for most career wins with 128. Darquell also set the single season record for most wins in a season with 46. Senior Sadrick Daniel pinned the #6 ranked wrestler in the state to increase his stock. As a team, we tied Venice High School in a team dual 42-42. Venice is ranked 5th in the state in 2A. Overall the season was a great success. This is our 4th winning season in a row and we are a top 5 team in the county. We made the Tampa Bay Times list for the top 20 Bay area teams, which include Hillsborough, Manatee, Pasco, and Pinellas Counties. The culminating event will be when Sadick and Darquell both sign with Kansas Wesleyan University. Both have received substantial offers. They will both wrestle for the Coyotes and major in Criminal Justice.