panther pursuits - november 2005

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Newbury Park High School PFA Newsletter November 2005

Welcome to our World of Excellence

Panther Pursuits September 2005

What’s InsideArt Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10Basketball . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36Brick Order Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31Calendar of Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37Choral Music Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11Club List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9College & Career Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15Counseling Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22CVUSD Homework Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Dance Team Leaps Forward

to New Heights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35Desperately Seeking Attorneys!! . . . . . . . . . .5Digital Arts and Technology

Academy News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10Drug Test Kits Still Available . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Financial Aid Workshop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13Football . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36Future Business Leaders of America . . . . . .7Future Educators of America . . . . . . . . . . .17Future Medical Professionals

Club at NPHS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17Greetings from the NPHS Library! . . . . . . .12IB Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12Important Deadlines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27Junior Class Bulletin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26Majors Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18Message from the Dean of Activities . . . . . . .9

National Honor Society Candidates Inducted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Native American Education Program . . . . . .6News from the Instruction Office . . . . . . . . . .3NPHS Website - www.nphs.org . . . . . . . . . . .8Off-campus Passes and Work Permits . . . . .6Off-Season Tennis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35Panther Pursuits Now on the Web . . . . . . .28Parent Portal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4PFA Board Members 2005/2006 . . . . . . . . .28PFA Meetings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28PFA Membership List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30Principal’s Coffee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2Principal’s Pen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1Restaurant Fundraiser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28Scholarship Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41Scholarships Available . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21School Site Council News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5School-to-Career . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20Take Charge of Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5Tips for Parents of Working Teens . . . . . . . .8Track and Field News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35Washington Mutual Fundraiser . . . . . . . . . . .6We’ve Got Spirit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34What’s Happening at NPHS . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Winter Sports Excitement! . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34Wrestling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Panther Pursuits is nowavailable to view or print at

www.nphs.org.See article on page 28 for details.

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Important Dates

Mark your calendars

11/3 Finals - Periods 4 & 511/4 Finals - Periods 2, 3 & 111/4 Term 1, Subterm 1 ends11/7 Term 1, Subterm 2 begins11/11 Holiday - Veterans’ Day11/23 Board Holiday11/24 Holiday - Thanksgiving11/25 Board Holiday12/26-1/6 Winter Recess1/16 Holiday - Martin Luther

King Day1/26 Finals - Periods 3, 4 & 51/27 Finals - Periods 2 & 11/27 Term 1, Subterm 2 ends1/30 Pupil Free Day - Teacher

Preparation1/31 Term 2, Subterm 1 begins2/9 Back-to-School Night 22/17 Holiday - Lincoln’s Day2/20 Holiday - Washington’s Day3/30 Finals - Periods 4 & 53/31 Finals - Periods 2, 3 & 13/31 Term 2, Subterm 1 ends4/3 Term 2, Subterm 2 begins4/10-14 Spring Recess5/29 Holiday - Memorial Day6/9 Senior Finals-Pers. 1, 2 & 56/12 Senior Finals - Pers. 3 & 46/15 Finals - Periods 3, 4 & 56/16 Finals Periods 2 & 16/16 Term 2, Subterm 2 ends6/16 Graduation

PRINCIPAL’S PEN

Dear Parents,

I want to thank and commend our faculty, staff, and students for such awonderful opening of school. Our school has grown this year to 2,178 stu-dents. By grade level we have 565 freshmen, 579 sophomores, 497 juniors,and 461 seniors. We anticipate that we will grow by another 150 students nextyear. Over the summer we added seven beautiful classrooms, a fantastic superscience classroom and laboratory, and a smaller but more modern StudentStore. With our projected enrollments to increase over the next few years, ourSuperintendent, Dr. Robert Fraisse, has directed me to work with Dr. JeffBaarstad, Assistant Superintendent, Business Services to develop both a shortrange and a long range facilities plan which will house all of these studentsand which will provide state-of-the-art, cutting edge programs. The goal is tohave this plan completed by the end of this school year.

IntroductionsIn my opening newsletter I welcomed several new teachers to the

Newbury Park High. I would like to introduce four additional teachers to ourstaff who I hired after the last newsletter went to press. Ms. Kendall Childs isour latest addition to our English Department. Kendall is an experiencedEnglish teacher having taught in Indiana and Los Angeles City Schools.Kendall is teaching both reading and English this year. We are please to haveMr. Tim Christian join our Special Education Department. Tim comes with awealth of experience in the Oak Park District as well as the Santa BarbaraCounty Office of Education. He will be teaching Resource and DirectedStudies. Ms. Betsy Dixon is our newest addition to our Visual/Performing ArtsDepartment. Betsy is completing her Masters Degree in photography at theBrooks Institute in Santa Barbara. Betsy is teaming with Mr. Eric Lindroth toteach Digital Photography. Mrs. Cindy Wade joins our Social ScienceDepartment after teaching social science for fourteen years at Calabassas HighSchool. Cindy is a graduate of Pepperdine University.

Administrator/Counselor TeamsOur administrative/counseling team has hit the ground running this year.

We have divided our administrators and counselors into four teams who willwork together on counseling and discipline issues.

Students Served Counselor AdministratorA-Ga Richard Intlekofer Josh EbyGe-M Chuck Severns Heidi WolfM-Ta & English

Language Learners Karla Villavicencio Steve LepireTe-Z & Special Needs

Students Kris Swavely Athol Wong

[See Principal’s Pen, page 2]

Principal Max Beaman invites you to join him andmembers of the administrative team and the counselingstaff in an informal conversation about Newbury ParkHigh.

The three remaining coffees are scheduled from 8:30a.m. to 9:50 a.m. as follows:

Wednesday, January 11, 2006Wednesday, March 8, 2006Wednesday, May 3, 2006

PRINCIPAL’S COFFEElearn a latte

Panther PursuitsPage -2- August 2005

Academic Performance Index Now let me speak a little about academic performance.

As you are probably aware, the Governor and CaliforniaDepartment of Education have instituted a high stakesaccountability system for all schools that currently centerson the STAR Testing results. The results of last year’s testsindicate an Academic Performance Index of 811, 12 pointsbetter than the previous year and 10 points better than ourgoal. Our score of 811 ranked Newbury Park High Schoolas number 2 in our District behind Thousand Oaks andWestlake High Schools, who tied for first with a terrific APIof 821. Newbury Park High School ranks in the top six per-cent of the 1,788 high schools in the state of California.And if that is not enough good news, it appears that ourscores will qualify Newbury Park High School to apply forNCLB National Blue Ribbon school recognition. Let’skeep our fingers crossed that we are able to apply. I believeNewbury Park High School deserves to be recognized as anNCLB National Blue Ribbon School.

I want to thank you for sending us such outstanding stu-dents to work with. I am very proud of our students. Wehave a strong academic reputation among the colleges anduniversities as evidenced by over 21% of our senior classbeing admitted to the University of California system.

Instructional FocusAt Newbury Park High School we never rest on our

laurels. We are always traveling that path of continualimprovement. I pledge to you that we will continue to workvery hard as a staff as we focus on the content standards to

improve student achievement. This year we will continue tohave the staff focus on improving all students’ readingskills and reading comprehension. Each department con-tinues to refine a list of academic vocabulary words fortheir subject area that they will teach and students willlearn. By learning the meaning and use of these academicvocabulary words students will improve their comprehen-sion when reading textbooks and other informational textacross the curriculum. This is a research proven strategythat improves students reading abilities at all levels, includ-ing basic, standard, college prep, honors, advanced place-ment and International Baccalaureate. Additionally, wekicked off the new year with six of our teachers training theother 94 teachers on specific instructional strategies thatthey could use in any subject area to improve students read-ing skills and comprehension.

To complement this school wide approach to improvingstudents’ reading skills and comprehension we have imple-mented a comprehensive reading program that includes fivedifferent levels of instruction that addresses the specificneeds of our struggling readers, English Language Learnersand Special Needs Students. I appreciate the efforts of ourteachers in the program. They are Kendall Childs, NickColangelo, Sue Drieling, Susan Eveler, Ilda Luna, SandraMartinez and Mel Pralgo.

TechnologyI want to thank our wonderful Parent Faculty

Association for their $20,000 donation to purchase andupgrade technology on campus. As our computers, LCDprojectors, and other technologies age it is important toupgrade or replace existing technology. Without the help ofthe PFA we would be falling further and further behind inthe use of technology as an instructional tool in the class-room. I hope you will be able to support our PFA this year.There are several ways you can provide support: 1) join thePFA ($10 individual membership, $15 family membership);2) buy a Panther Stadium Brick ($50); 3) participate in theupcoming PFA-sponsored fund raiser ($5 or more); and4) participate in the Big Cat Run on March 11th ($20 ormore). To keep Newbury Park technology update we willneed you on going support. Again, thank you to our ParentFaculty Association for their generous donation.

Have a Good Day; It’s Your ChoiceAt the beginning of the year our administrators con-

ducted eight, thirty-minute assemblies to review our schoolrules, our expectations and the consequences should a rulebe broken. These assemblies are one of the three ways thatthe rules, expectations and consequences are communicat-

[Principal’s Pen, from page 1]

[See Principal’s Pen, page 3]

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ed with the students. In addition to these assemblies, theDistrict mails the Discipline Handbook to every home andthe Student Handbook is in the Associated StudentGovernment provided Day Planner, which every studentgets free of charge. During those talks we emphasized thathigh school is a lot about making choices. We emphasizeto our students that they need to feel that pit in their stom-ach or listen to that little voice in their head. We tell themthat when in doubt they should seek advice from their par-ents or an adult on campus. Hopefully, the choices studentsmake will be good choices. Please talk to your studentsabout making good choices. Whenever I read the PAannouncements in the morning I conclude my announce-ments by saying, “Have a good day, it’s your choice.”

Thank you for your continual support.Max L. Beaman

Through the efforts of PFA, we still have drug screen-ing kits available in Mrs. Wong’s office. Each kit is $5.00and tests presence in the urine of any of four major classesof drugs: opiates, THC (the active ingredient in marijuana),methamphetamines, and amphetamines. Kits are simple touse at home; results are easy to read and reliable. Parentsmay purchase kits from Mrs. Wong during office hours; atelephone call ahead of time is recommended (498-3676,ext.1005).

[Principal’s Pen, from page 2] DRUG TEST KITS STILLAVAILABLE

by Athol Wong, Assistant Principal

California High School Exit Exam

Who: All students must pass this test to earn a high schooldiploma. Seniors who have not yet passed willhave three opportunities this year. Juniors whohave not passed will have two opportunities thisyear. Sophomores will take the test for the firsttime in March.

What: This test consists of two sections, English/Language Arts and Mathematics. It is given overtwo days (one section each day), and students maywork for as long as they need to complete each sec-tion. Most students finish within two hours persection. Once a student passes either section,he/she need not take that part again.

When:

How: Seniors (and Juniors at November test) who havenot yet passed will take the test as needed duringthe school day. Each test is administered by a cre-dentialed teacher. Since there are no make-up daysallowed, attendance on the scheduled days is vital.During the March test, the start of the regularschool day will be delayed. All sophomores and

juniors needing the test will arrive at the usual time,go to their testing location, and then go to class asthey finish the test each day. Most students willprobably finish in time to attend all classes.

Star TestingPlease plan ahead: STAR Testing will occur May 16,

17 and 18. All 9th, 10th and 11th grade students takeCalifornia Standards Tests in English/Language Arts,Mathematics, Social Science, and Science. Seniors willhave Senior Seminars and other activities at this time.More specific information will follow in future editions ofPanther Pursuits.

Fitness TestingThe Prudential Fitnessgram assessment was given to all

freshmen in their PE classes last year as one of our school-wide assessments. These tests are valuable in assessing ayoung person’s fitness level as compared to carefully estab-lished age and gender-related health fitness standards. Thetotal battery consists of five tasks: Sit and reach, Curl up,Push up, Trunk lift, and One-mile run/walk. Of the 560 stu-dents tested, 381 Panthers (68%) achieved all five standardsand another 141 (25.3%) achieved four of the five. As agroup, NPHS students are more fit than the average studentin the district. Way to go! Parents who wish a copy of theirson or daughter’s individual results may call the instructionoffice (ext. 1006) or send your son or daughter in to get acopy.

NEWS FROM THE INSTRUCTION OFFICEby Athol Wong, Assistant Principal, Instruction

SeniorsSeptember 13 and 14February 7 and 8May 9 and 10

Juniors November 1 and 2March 21 and 22

Sophomores March 21 and 22

[See Instruction Office, page 4]


California Healthy Kids SurveyIf parents have not already received it, you will soon be receiving a per-

mission slip from the district (brought home by your son or daughter) askingfor you to respond about your child’s participation in the California HealthyKids Survey. This survey is anonymous, confidential, voluntary, and givento students in grades 9 and 11 every other year.A copy of the ques- tionnaire is on file in theInstruction office for parent preview. Thedata we receive from the results of the surveyhelp us to identify the degree to which stu-dents at NPHS are participating in behav-iors that may pose risks to their health.With the results, we can tailor programs thataddress identified needs. Without thedata, we can only guess. We sincerelyhope you will allow your child to participate.Your written permission is required for yourchild to participate in the survey, and we need to receive a response (whetherpositive or negative) from everyone. If the copy of the permission slip hasbeen lost, you may find it on our website. Please remind your 9th or 11thgrader to return his/her permission slip to the teacher who provided it as soonas possible. Thank you!

Weekly Progress ReportsFinally, the Instruction Office is hoping to streamline the process by

which parents receive up-to-date information about student progress. Specialneeds students and their parents will continue to be served through theCounseling Office according to the specifics of their IEPs and 504 Plans. Forthe general student population, in addition to reports that are carried or mailedhome, parents may access most grades through Parent Portal. A few teacherspost grades on personal websites or use other means. For your convenience,the NPHS website now lists all teacher e-mail addresses. If you have ques-tions at any time about your son or daughter’s progress, you may contact hisor her teachers via e-mail to determine the best means to stay abreast ofprogress. We ask that you attempt to contact teachers directly. If that fails, asalways, you may call the Counseling or Instruction Office for assistance.

[Instruction Office, from page 3]WHAT’S HAPPENINGAT NPHS

Stay Informed

Check the NPHS website atwww.nphs.org for the latest information.

You will find links for:Panther Pursuits – Click the link from

the home page. Current and pastissues are posted.

Panther Tale – Click on the “PantherPaw” link from the home page.Contains recent schedule changesand announcements.

Sports – From the Athletics page, clickon the link forwww.highschoolsports.net for up-to-the-minute information for all athlet-ic events.

Calendar of Events – Click the link fromthe home page. The same detailedCalendar as in Panther Pursuits inPDF format for easy viewing orprinting.

CHECK YOUR STUDENT’SAttendance

GradesTranscript Information

On line!

http://parentportal.conejo.k12.ca.us

Parents of returning students fromNewbury Park High School and promoting students from a C.V.U.S.D.middle school will use their child’ssame unique student ID and PIN num-ber as used last year.

Parents of new students willreceive an informational letter on howto access the Parent Portal system byOctober 10, 2005.

PARENT PORTALThe doorway for more information

Homework is designed to help students with a wide range of subjects andto develop many different skills. Therefore, homework assignments will takemany different forms, but should always be based on skills previously taughtin the classroom. The guidelines for high school are that homework is to beassigned on a regular basis for approximately 90-120 minutes daily.

It is widely recognized that activities such as independent and recreation-al reading, practicing musical instruments and practice for extracurricularactivities are also essential for improving student performance. These typesof activities are generally expected to be completed in addition to study skilland content homework.

CVUSD HOMEWORK POLICYApproximately 1+ Hour / Day / Class

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required . . . and weneed to

receive aresponse . . . from

everyone.”

Thank you to all who voted at Back-to-School Night for parent represen-tatives to School Site Council. Thank you, also, to everyone who was willingto be placed on the ballot. We had a terrific response and are very pleased atthe great interest expressed in this important school committee.Congratulations to the following who were elected to Site Council: BobCohen, Rosemary Miner, and Lisa Rogers will serve as representatives, andDebbie Dreese and Donna Salas will serve as alternates. We especially appre-ciate Lisa Rogers, who was selected to chair Site Council again this year, andDebbie Dreese, who agreed to serve as recording secretary for the group.

Along with this group of dedicated parents, the Site Council is comprisedof faculty and students who meet monthly to oversee school improvementprograms and funds. Site Council is charged with annually determining pri-ority needs, incor- porating those needsinto the Single School Plan, andallocating budget and other resourcesto address those needs. In addition,part of the Council’s job is to stay up-to-date with and carry our concerns togroups that focus on similar effortsthroughout the district. We send repre-sentatives to District Advisory Council orDAC (which serves a similar function atthe District level), Food DAC (whichoversees nutrition recommendations),GATE DAC (which oversees enrichmentactivities for gifted and talented stu-dents, English Language Advisory Council or ELAC (which oversees pro-grams specific to second language learners), PFA, and the site Safe SchoolCommittee. In addition, faculty representatives update us regularly on allfacets of school programs, and student representatives keep us informed aboutASG and other student activities. As you can see, this is a very busy and ded-icated group!

We encourage parents and community members to attend any or all of theSite Council meetings, which are held monthly at 3:00 PM in the College andCareer Center at press time. When the new student store opens, we will returnto meeting in the Library Conference Room. We hope that you will attend ameeting or two as you are able; we know you’ll be pleased to learn how seri-ous we are about making NPHS even better!

Meeting Dates:

November 25January 31February 28

March 28April 25May 23


SCHOOL SITE COUNCIL NEWSby Athol Wong, Assistant Principal, Instruction

Thanks to the School Fundraising Program, a part of the Target Take Charge of Education initiative, NPHS hasreceived $19,000 to date for various school-wide programs.

If you would like to help increase the Target donation to our school, apply for the Target Guest Card and designateNPHS. Encourage family and friends to do so as well. Then encourage them to use the Target Guest Card every time theyshop at Target or online at www.target.com. Target will donate 1% of those qualified purchases to NPHS. The NPHSschool code is 30508.

TAKE CHARGE OF EDUCATIONTarget Store Fundraiser

DESPERATELYSEEKINGATTORNEYS!!

Mock Trial is underway and we havean exciting season ahead of us. Thisyear’s case is an intriguing murder mys-tery involving rich movie stars and deathby carbon monoxide poisoning. TheMock Trial team will be workingTuesdays and Thursdays for the next 4-1/2 months studying the case facts, argu-ments, etc. Our season will culminate ina two-day competition at the end ofFebruary at the Ventura CountyCourthouse. We will be competingagainst 21 schools across VenturaCounty.

The Mock Trial team is currentlyseeking attorneys who arewilling to donate theirtime and expertise toour cause. We haved e s i g n a t e d T h u r s d a ynights, from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m., asour night to work with attor-ney coaches to prepare forcompetition. We will be meet-ing at the high school andwill need a Thursday eveningcommitment for the next 4-1.2 months.If you, or anyone you know, would beinterested in donating their time andknowledge of the law to a great causeand a determined bunch of students,please contact Heidi Wolf, Dean ofStudents, at 805/498-3676 x1017 [email protected].

This might be your best pro bonoopportunity yet!


One responsibility of a high school is to provide opportunities, outside ofschool, that enable students to explore situations which facilitate intrinsicresponsibility. Two avenues that NPHS students take advantage of are off-campus lunch passes and work permits. Below is an outline on how both areobtained, the rules and regulations that govern them, and how both can enricha student’s high school experience.

Off-campus PassesSeniors and juniors are eligible to receive an off-campus lunch pass. In

order to be eligible for an off-campus pass a student must have a 2.0 GPA, nomore than 3 truancies, and parent approval. Freshman and sophomores maynot go off-campus. Going off campus is a privilege and not a right. Parents,please remind your sons and daughters when they are off-campus to berespectful of local businesses and obey all traffic laws. Many of these busi-nesses are supporters of NPHS and are community members, as well.Allowing students to go off-campus, for lunch can be a great experiencebecause it creates an understanding of the true value of money and the impor-tance of time management. As a consequence, though, any students late tofourth period will lose their off-campus pass for 5 days. Remember, school isthe first priority!!

Work PermitsFor years and years, high school students have held part-time jobs. A

part-time job is a great way for students to gain a sense of responsibility, learnhow to manage time, and earn money. Certain laws and regulations do haveto be followed, though, in order for a student to work. California Labor Codesstate that a student who is working during the school year must have a workpermit on file. To obtain a work permit see Ms. Hill in the College and CareerCenter. Students must have a 2.0 GPA and a 90% attendance record to receivea work permit. For students, their first job is school.

(The following was reprinted withpermission from the VenturaCounty Indian EducationConsortium.)

We are trying to identify studentswho are of American Indian or NativeAlaskan descent. Are you an Indian?Part Indian? Do you have any partIndian blood? If you say yes to any ofthese questions, your child qualifies forthe Ventura County Indian EducationConsortium Program. This program pro-vides: certificated teachers/counselors towork with students of American Indianand Native Alaskan descent in the areasof personal and academic counseling,and special tutoring in all areas of thehigh school curriculum. At the highschool level, the program provides coun-seling services, including informationabout special grants, scholarships andfinancial assistance for those studentswho plan to attend college, trade schoolor technical/vocational school through-out the United States.

If you feel you are qualified for theseservices you can pick up a “StudentEligibility Certification” from theCollege and Career Center. It will takeyou about two minutes to complete thisform, and your child will be served.

This form will enroll your child inthis public school program until highschool graduation. If you have any ques-tions regarding these special services,please feel free to contact Dr. JerryBarshay at the Ventura County IndianEducation Consortium at (805) 641-5000, Ext. 1192.

NATIVE AMERICANEDUCATION PROGRAM

by Ventura County IndianEducation Consortium

WITH OPPORTUNITY, COMESRESPONSIBILITY: OFF-CAMPUS PASSESAND WORK PERMITS

by Josh Eby, Dean of Attendance

WASHINGTON MUTUAL FUNDRAISERAn Easy Way to Support our School Every Day

Washington Mutual has recently introduced a new program to supportschools, called WaMoola for Schools®. In this program customers choose aschool to support, and then every time they make a purchase with theirenrolled Washington Mutual Visa® Check Card, they earn a point for thatschool. At the end of the calendar year those points are converted to cash anda check is sent to the school. Washington Mutual customers have beenenrolling at the rate of 10,000 per day, and have signed up almost 50,000schools in this first year. For the 2004 calendar year, Newbury Park HighSchool received a check for $600.98.

To enroll, go to www.wamoolaforschools.com or call 1-866-wamoola.Every time you buy groceries, go to the movies, or buy a cup of coffee, youcould be supporting our school.


2005/2006

COLLEGE ENTRANCEEXAMS

SAT

ACT

For more information about the SAT, or toregister on-line, go to:

www.collegeboard.com

For more information about the ACT, or toregister on-line, go to:

www.act.org

Test DateRegistration

DeadlineLate Registration

Deadline

Dec. 3 Oct. 28 Nov. 9Jan. 28 Dec. 22 Jan. 4Apr. 1 Feb. 24 Mar. 8May 6 Apr. 3 Apr. 12June 3 Apr. 28 May 10

Test DateRegistration

DeadlineLate Registration

Deadline

Dec. 10 Nov. 4 Nov. 17Feb. 11 Jan. 6 Jan. 20Apr. 8 Mar. 3 Mar. 17

June 10 May 5 May 19

FUTURE BUSINESSLEADERS OF AMERICA

by Kelley Stone

Newbury Park High School is proudto announce the chartering of our veryown chapter of the Future BusinessLeaders of America (FBLA). FBLA isthe largest business career student organ-ization in the country. The high schoollevel alone has over 215,000 members.

The purpose of FBLA is to provide,as an integral part of the instructionalprogram, additional opportunities forsecondary students (grades 9-12) in busi-ness and/or business related fields todevelop vocational and career supportivecompetencies and to promote civic andpersonal responsibilities.

The specific goals of FBLA are to: • develop competent, aggressive busi-

ness leadership• strengthen the confidence of stu-

dents in themselves and their work• create more interest in and under-

standing of American business enter-prise

• encourage members in the develop-ment of individual projects whichcontribute to the improvement ofhome, business and community

• develop character, prepare for usefulcitizenship, and foster patriotism

• encourage and practice efficientmoney management

• encourage scholarship and promoteschool loyalty

• assist students in the establishmentof occupational goals

• facilitate the transition from schoolto work

FBLA will work cooperatively with theSchool to Career program and will pro-vide members of the club opportunitiesto complete the requirements for theBusiness Major through the club’s activ-ities. For more information on how tobecome involved with the Newbury ParkHigh School Chapter of FBLA, pleasecontact either Mr. Michael Weingardenor Mrs. Kelley Stone (805) 498-3676.


TIPS FOR PARENTS OF WORKING TEENSby Greg Ropes, Work Experience Coordinator

Many teenagers are eager to work and may need towork. Working can give teens the money, skills and self-confidence they may need. However, teens face more risksthan adults do because of their inexperience in the workingworld. Below are a few guidelines to assist them and keepthem safe on the job.

What Parents Can Do• Be aware of the California labor laws that regulate the

hours your teen may work.• Make sure your teen has a work permit. All teens

younger than 18 years of age may obtain the requiredpermit at the College and Career Center at N P H S .Work permits issued last school year have expired andneed to be reissued if the student is younger than 18.

• Ask your teenager about the tasks they do and whetherhe or she received proper training. Is it a safe place towork? Is the supervisor present at work?

• Help your teen with problems at work. If they haveconcerns about hours or safety, help them plan how toapproach the supervisor.

• Set limits on hours. An overtired teen’s schoolworkcould suffer.

California Labor LawsWorkers under the age of 18 are prohibited from doing

certain types of hazardous work. Key restrictions for work-ers under age 18 are listed below. This is only a partial listwith the most common and important restrictions.

In California, no worker under 18 may:• Drive a motor vehicle on the job, or work as an outside

helper on a motor vehicle.• Operate power-driven machinery, including meat

slicers, box crushers, forklifts and circular saws.• Handle, serve, or sell alcoholic beverages.• Work in wrecking, demolition or roofing.

Also, no one under 16 may:• Work in building or construction.• Work in manufacturing or food processing.• Do baking or cooking on the job (except at a serving

counter).• Work on a ladder or scaffold.• Load or unload trucks.• Dispense gas or oil.• Clean, wash, or polish cars.

When school is in session:• Students 14-15 years old can work 3 hours maximum

per day, Monday to Friday, with a maximum of 18hours per week.

• Students 16-17 years old can work 4 hours maximumper day, Monday to Thursday, 8 hours maximum perday Friday to Sunday, with a maximum of 20 hours perweek.

• Students 16-17 years old, enrolled in Work Experienceat the high school, can work 8 hours maximum per day,with a maximum of 40 hours per week.

NPHS WEBSITE - WWW.NPHS.ORGHeidi Wolf, Dean of Students

The NPHS website continues to offer a variety of infor-mation to the NPHS community. You will find the siteorganized into the following sections:• Info/News – contains recent school news and impor-

tant information including the Panther Tale (tri-weeklyschool bulletin), the Panther Pursuits (PFA Newsletter),and the Calendar of Events.

• Library – includes valuable resources and links,Library/Internet Guidelines, and the Acceptable UsePolicy.

• Counselors’ Corner – includes important links relatedto college admission, financial aid, career information,and the UC a-g Certified Course List.

• Career/College Connection – contains informationfrom the College & Career Center, School-To-CareerCenter and Work Experience Office.

• Clubs/Organizations – lists links and information onthe many clubs, academic programs, departments andorganizations at NPHS.

• Athletics – the NPHS Athletic Department has estab-lished a new website that contains all the schedules forall athletic teams. Click the link to www.highschool-sports.net for dates, times, locations, directions, andtransportation information for all athletic events.

• Alumni – includes alumni group links and informationon class reunions.

• About NPHS – contains general school informationand a list of administrators, counselors, and facultymembers.

Suggestions and/or comments related to any of the sec-tions are always welcome. If your club and/or organizationwould like information posted to the site or have a site youwould like linked, please contact me [email protected].


A Great StartAs happens each Fall, the start of

this school year was filled with excite-ment, anticipation, and the slight nerv-ousness that accompanies the unknown.As usual, the Panther community hasrisen to the occasion in getting a newyear off to a great start. Fall events suchas the Welcome Back “Aloha Luau”Dance, Homecoming, and Club Expowent off without a hitch thanks to thehardworking efforts of a great many peo-ple, including the Associated StudentGovernment class and their advisors Ms.Jennifer Lockwood and Mrs. DebbieDogancay.

Upcoming EventsThe holiday season also marks a

time of celebrations, and NPHS is look-ing forward to several such events in thecoming weeks:

• ASG Winter Blood Drive onThursday, December 8th.

• The Winter Rally will kick off thefinal week before Winter Break onDecember 23rd.

• Choir and Band will hold theirWinter Concerts on December 21stand 22nd, respectively.

Happy Holidays!As you can see, NPHS Activities are

enjoying a busy and successful 2004-2005. We thank you for your interest andsupport, and wish everyone in theNewbury Park High School family ahappy and healthy holiday season!

A MESSAGE FROMTHE DEAN OFACTIVITIES

by Heidi Wolf

THE CLUB SCENE AT NPHSThe following is a list of known clubs (subject to change) for 2005-2006.Students interested in a particular club should contact the club’s advisor.Students interested in starting a new club should see Mrs. Spaulding in themain Administration Office at break or lunch.

NPHS Club ListMeeting

Club Name Advisor Place/Time RoomAcademic Competition Mr. Colangelo Lunch/Friday B-8Academic Decathlon Ms. Dogancay After School/Monday E-1Anime Club Mrs. Dixon Lunch/Mon. & Fri. C-22Amnesty International Mr. Johnson Lunch/Thursday D-27Art Club Mrs. Colell Lunch/Friday C-27ASG Lockwood/Dogancay AM/Daily F-2Bike Club (hold) Mrs. Crawford Lunch/Monthly T-1Break Dancing Club Mr. Lee Lunch/Tues. & Fri. Wrestling Rm

CSF Rayl/Hunter Lunch/Thursday B-6DATA Mrs. Coull Lunch/Tues./Monthly D-25Diplomats Club Mrs. Duben Lunch/Wednesday B-29Drama Club Ms. Fasulo Lunch/Wednesday PACEquestrian Club Mrs. Bullock Lunch/Monday C-1European History Mrs. Walker Lunch/Monthly C-9Fencing Mr. Flaherty Wednesday/2:15 PM B-23Guitar Club Mr. Lindroth Lunch/Friday C-24Hockey Club Mrs. Coull Lunch/Thursdays D-25Interact Club Mrs. Reed Lunch/Monday B-24International Club Mrs. McKean Lunch/Wed./Bi-monthly B-25Junior Class Hauser/Caulfield Lunch/Wednesday B-26Karate Club Mr. Pralgo Lunch/Monday B-22Key Club Mr. Johnson Lunch/Tuesday D-27Latinos Unidos Mrs. Martinez Lunch/Wednesday B-30Mock Trial Ms. Beaman TBA TBANational Honor Society Stone/Zieger Lunch/Wednesdays E-7N.P. Unit (Rap) Ms. Gastaldo Lunch/Tues. & Thurs. B-14Panther Pals Mrs. Silberberger Lunch/Wed./Bi-weekly E-5Poetry Club Mr. Ellis Tues. or Wed. 7:30-9 PM B-32Quality Characters Mrs. Bullock Lunch/Tuesday C-1Recycle Club Mrs. Brown Lunch/Friday B-31Red Cross Mrs. Hodson-Burt Lunch/Wednesday B-11Senior Class Malone/Griffith Lunch/Wednesday D-6Social Science Club Dr. Brabant Nutrition/Wednesday C-7Sophomore Class Mrs. Walker Lunch/Thursday C-9Special Ed Club Mrs. Crawford 1 x per mo./4th period T-1Speech & Debate Club Mrs. Conner Wednesday - 2:15 PM B-20Student Eq. Rights Alliance Mrs. Reed Lunch/Friday B-24Teen Court (Law) Mr. Geher Lunch/Thurs./Bi-weekly B-28

Other OrganizationsCSF: Rayl/Hunter-Lunch/Thurs.-B6 Freshman Class: BranhamDATA: Coull Sophomore Class: WalkerGame Room: Bullock-Lunch/W-Th-F/C1 Junior Class: Caulfield/HauserYearbook: Warfield Senior Class: Malone/Griffith


September has been a busy month for DATA students, parents, and facul-ty. We had a large turnout at our first event, the DATA Orientation andInformation meeting on September 8th. Thank you to all the parents whoattended and especially to those who have offered volunteer time and materi-als!

Of the many benefits DATA membership provides, field trips are amongthe most enriching experiences. All three grade levels have had fieldtrips thismonth: Juniors went on their first college tour of the year on September 30th,Seniors attended a high-ropes course on September 21st, and Sophomoresattended a low-ropes course on September 14th.

The sophomore field trip was meant to help students get to know anddepend on the peers they will be working with over the next three years.Several sophomore students wrote about their experience at the low-ropescourse. Here are a few of the excerpts:

“The low ropes course was a good experience. It made us really think,it challenged us and allowed us to get to know our fellow DATA stu-dents. After each game, one of the men who was running the game,told us how each game would help us in the classroom. We had somestruggles and some arguing, but then we learned from our mistakes,and worked as a team. Sometimes we won, sometimes we lost, but inthe end it turned out great. It was really fun, I learned a lot, and I’mtruly happy to be in DATA!” – Kylie Munoz

“I thought it was fun to build teamwork with the class. We cameacross many challenges that we had to solve as a team. First we hadto come up with a way to get a can out of the circle without going intothe circle. We all worked as a team to get it out. The rest of the daywe did a blindfolded treasure hunt. We had to listen to a partner toguide us through the course and get some treasure as well. The wholeday was loads of fun, and I’m glad we went.” – Dillon Deffense

“DATA Academy’s first group activity was the low ropes course. Thisteam-building exercise was a good uniting tool between the newstrangers that we will be spending the next 3 years with. The activi-ties consisted of different ways to build a relationship strong with oldand new friends. The instructors showed us how each game could beused in real life, such as communicating with others to get a projectdone. This hands-on learning experience was fun and helpful for meand hopefully fun for others as well.” – Melody Thomas

Activities planned for next month include a field trip to UC Santa Barbarafor the juniors, attendance at the Junior Achievement Conference for juniorsand seniors, and participation of all classes in Relay for Life on October 8thand 9th. For more information on any of these activities, please contact TiffaniCoull at [email protected] or (805)498-3676 x1325.

We are off to a great start this year, thanks to the participation of all mem-bers of DATA – students, faculty, and parents!

DIGITAL ARTS AND TECHNOLOGYACADEMY NEWS

by Robin Lilly, DATA Teacher

Art Club is off to a busy start thisschool year. Eight students have becomenational competitors in the ARTSAwards National ScholarshipCompetition in the the following cate-gories:

Theater: Alex Felker and EvanGriffithVisual Arts: Masami Fukumoto,Cindy Watenabe, Kelly Van Ormanand Alex FelkerCreative writing: Emily Schmidt andTammy Wu.

Four art contests are open for entries.Students should visit room C-27 forinformation or come to a Friday lunchmeeting.

The Art Club sponsored “The DarkBard” on October 27 and 28th -- a won-derful opportunity for students fromvarious clubs and classes to performscenes from Shakespeare. Students per-formed and provided their own cos-tumes, lighting and staging. The VisualArts and Theatre programs have workedtogether since 1989 on this festival ofthe “Bard.” Last year six other clubs oncampus participated in this fundraiserfor the Art Club.

The Art Club uses the revenue fromfundraisers, such as “The Dark Bard,” topay for mats, frames, slides, and postagefor art shows, as well as contests and artscholarships for student artists. Art Clubalso travels to one of the southernCalifornia museums such as the Getty,LA County Museum, Norton Simon andMOCA.

A new fundraiser for the club thisyear is cell phone recycling. If you havea cell phone just sitting around the housesend it to the Newbury Park High SchoolArt Club.

Mark your calendars and join us nextyear for “The Dark Bard” (an evening ofShakespeare) and support our cell phonerecycling drive.

ART CLUBby Kelly Van Orman, Art Club

PresidentKristi Colell, Art Club Advisor


FROM THE PODIUM: CHORAL MUSIC DEPARTMENTby John K. Sargent, Choral Music Director

This year will prove to be another prosperous andmeaningful season for The Concert Choir, PantherChamber Singers and Black and Gold Chorus. TheChamber Singers will perform at Candlelight at DisneyLand on December 3rd and will sing for public and privateevents throughout the year.

We will also be participating for the third year in theDick Van Dyke High School Benefit Show on February 19,2006 at 2:00pm at the Kavli Theatre starring Dick VanDyke. Mr. Van Dyke will MC lively and energetic perform-ances by choral groups from five local high schools. Thisfalls on our President’s day weekend so plan on staying intown! This year’s theme for the show will be “AnAfternoon with Rogers and Hammerstein”. All net pro-ceeds from the show will be donated to the Music Programsof the five participating local high schools including theNewbury Park High School Concert Choir. For tickets goto www.gotchaticket.com/cvhoc. Make sure you put yourticket stub in the NPHS bucket on the way out of the the-ater so we get credit!!

On another note, I have identified the replacement ofthe flooring in the choir room as a high priority for improv-ing the success of our program because the carpet preventsour singers from being able to hear themselves and evalu-ate the quality of their singing. The Booster’s goal is toraise $10,000, while preserving our other fund raisingefforts for the Spring Trip...etc. The campaign includesgrant writing, individual giving and advocating with thedistrict for financial assistance. Bottom line, our programand the quality of instruction will greatly improve with theremoval of the carpet!

Please note that most of the activities for the year havealready been scheduled (see below) including our four-dayHeritage Music Festival trip San Diego on March 23-262006.

I look forward to another exciting and prosperous yeartogether with our outstanding singers!

Choir Activities Scheduled as of 9/28/05

12/3 Saturday CS Candlelight Ceremony all day @Disneyland dress code TBA

12/17 Saturday CS Sing for Los Amigos Club @Vallecito Mobile Estates 7:15 calldress TBA

TBA Nov/Dec CS Sing a few more gigs for moneylate November & December

12/21 Wednesday CC & CS Winter Concert 6 pm call@ PAC, Formal attire. 7 pm concert

1/18 Wednesday Black and Gold Chorus Concert @PAC. 7 pm concert

1/30 Monday Quartet competition @ Arroyo SecoJunior High in Valencia 7 pm. LeaveNPHS 4:30 pm

2/19 Sunday CC Concert Choir and Quartets, DickVan Dyke Benefit @ Kavali 11am,show time 2pm, formal mandatory this year! Please note this falls on a4-day weekend.

3/23-26 CC & CS Heritage festival @ SanDiego

3/31 CC & CS ACDA @ Cal Poly SanLuis Obispo, leave NPHS 2:00 pmreturn around midnight, formal

4/6 Thursday CC & CS Spring Concert @ PAC6pm call, formal 7 pm concert

TBA CC & CS SCVA, Concert Choir andChamber @ T.O.H.S., 5:15 pm call atNPHS, formal

6/9 Friday CC & CS End of Year Concert @PAC all choirs 6 pm call, formal. 7:30pm concert

6/10 Saturday Choir Awards Banquet 6 pm @ NPHSCafeteria, all choir members and fam-ily invited!

6/11 Sunday CS sings for Baccalaureate @ PACcall time 1pm call

6/16 Friday All Choir Seniors Graduation, AllSeniors sing, call time 4:30 pm forsound check on field

Mandatory activities are in Bold. Times are subject tochange.

CC = Concert Choir, CS = Chamber Singers

Booster meetings are on the first Wednesday of everymonth 7:00pm unless otherwise noted

SCVA= Southern California Vocal Association. ACDA = American Choral Director’s Association.


IB UPDATEBy Marcine Solarez, IB Coordinator

As you read this article, the November 4 deadline toregister for May 2006 IB exams is nearly upon us.Certificate (those students taking one or more exams),Anticipated (those juniors intending to do full diploma asseniors and taking one or two Standard Level exams as jun-iors) and Diploma candidates received registration packetsearly in October. If you have questions that yourson/daughter cannot answer, or if your child has lost theregistration packet, please contact me immediately. Note:only students in designated IB classes may take the exams.

Late fall is truly a busy time for IB students. They arein the midst of doing Internal Assessments in each subject,polishing their Extended Essays, and continuing to do theirCreativity/Action/Service hours. Of course, seniors arealso completing applications for college. Please assist us inhelping students manage their work load. Praise and posi-tive encouragement are surprisingly effective, especiallycombined with a generous supply of cookies and milk (veg-gies and juice? protein bars and water?). Do remind themthat meeting deadlines on major assignments now willserve them well in the transition to college; and if yourchild has a job, please help them prioritize, even if it meanscutting hours at work.

A final suggestion – encourage your sons and daughtersto participate in a non-academic activity every day. Sportsor exercise, music, art, cooking – even cleaning house orpulling weeds – can provide balance for the many hours ofreading, computing, and writing that they must do.

IMPORTANT DATES

November 7 - Theory of Knowledge seniors, together withPhilosophy IB students and Chemistry IB students, will beguests of Cal Lutheran University to hear Brian Greene,

PhD, of NOVA fame who will speak on “The Fabric of theCosmos” at this year’s Harold Stoner Clarke Lecture. Weappreciate Cal Lutheran for giving our students this oppor-tunity.

Winter Break - Several teachers require rough drafts ofInternal Assessments just before or just after Winter Break.

February 28 - World Lit essays for all English exam stu-dents are mailed to the examiner. Diploma candidates’ finalcopies of Extended Essays and Theory of Knowledgeessays are mailed.

March 27 - Internal Assessments must be scored by NPHSteachers in each IB subject and designated samples are sentto examiners around the world to arrive in mid-April.Individual teachers will set due dates for formal oral tap-ings, final copies of essays, and lab write-ups during themonths and weeks leading up to March 27.

Art Show dates??? (TBA – sometime between March 10and April 25) We don’t have an appointed art examiner des-ignated yet, so the art show dates are TBA. Studentsinvolved will know well ahead.

May 2 – 23 - Exams!

As always, thank you for your support of the IB pro-gram and your IB son or daughter. If you have questionsabout the program, please contact Marcine Solarez in the IBoffice: 498-3676 x1162 or [email protected]. Tobetter understand IB, please visit www.ibo.org and readabout the Diploma Program.

GREETINGS FROM THE NPHS LIBRARY!by Kathy Bonn, Librarian

As September draws to a close, we in the library arelooking ahead to the many classes teachers, and studentswho will be using our great facilities. Already we haveseen all the freshman English classes for orientation andthe introduction to research lessons. The health classeshave been introduced to our online databases, which sup-port their health research assignment. In addition to those,many other teachers have brought their students in forresearch assignments and to make use of the library’scomputer lab.

One of our goals each year is to help students becomeself-sufficient researchers. In addition to the lessons men-

tioned previously, we also present lessons in website eval-uation, notetaking, and finding literary criticism. Wehope that these library experiences will help NP studentsbecome skilled researchers and efficient library users.

Through our Digital High School grant of 1998, allclassrooms were equipped with mounted TVs and VCRs.Since the advent of DVD technology, the library has addedthree carts with TVs and DVD/VCR combinations to ourAV collection. They are stored in different locations oncampus in order to be convenient for wider use. We hopeto add others as our budget permits.

[See Library, page 13]


With our student population growth,library time has become busier and evenmore in demand. Students may findthat they will be required to completemore assignments on their own time.Please remind them that our libraryoffers extended hours, and encouragethem to take advantage of this greatopportunity (see Homework Help adbelow).

We want to thank all of our helpers:Janis Mathis, retired teacher, BethElliott, parent, and students KylePriebe, Brock Funfar, Shauna Russell,Michele, Sarah Coburn, NandiniBapat, and Lara Avisov. We appreciateyour wonderful assistance. I also want torecognize Angie Coburn, IMT, whoefforts go beyond the call of duty to keepour computers functioning for studentsand our library running efficiently.

Here’s to another great year!

As part of the college application process, be sure to plan ahead to insurea smooth transition to the financial aspects of securing a college education. Tohelp you with that, please attend our Financial AidNight on Thursday, January 12th at 7:30. Once againwe will enjoy the comforts and technology of our won-derful Performing Arts Center. A financial aid officerfrom one of our local colleges will join us to make apresentation regarding the opportunities available plusa step by step session on completing the FAFSA or FreeApplication for Federal Student Aid. Meanwhile, hereare a few things you can do in preparation:

1. If at all possible, arrange to have income taxes completed early. TheFAFSA application is income based and knowing precise figures willhelp. If not possible, you’ll be able to estimate and resubmit final figuresat a later date.

2. Continue to visit our wonderful College and Career Center for monthlyupdates of our scholarship bulletin which is also available on our websitewww.nphs.org .

3. Since the electronic application for the FAFSA is far preferable, pleasevisit www.pin.ed.gov in order to secure a pin number. Do this NOW.Both student AND parent will need a pin number. Be sure to indicate youre-mail address, which will allow communication within three days or lessas opposed to seven to ten days by mail. A pin number will further speedthe application process and is something that should be done NOW, beforeJanuary 1st when the FAFSA applications are typically available on line.

4. After January 1, you will be able to start working on FOTW (FAFSA onthe Web) application at www.fafsa.ed.gov. FOTW is also available inSpanish. You will need your SS number, driver’s license number, W-2forms, income tax return, current bank statements and records of stocks,bonds or other investments. If applicable, have your alien registrationnumber, if not a U.S. citizen. As a dependent student, parent’s social secu-rity number and parent’s income and financial records are necessary.

Many families in our lovely little community of Newbury Park believethat they will not be eligible for Cal Grants and thus see no need to completea FAFSA. Please remember that most colleges and universities utilize theinformation on the FAFSA to help determine eligibility for work/study pro-grams on campus as well as low interest loans. Your chance of receiving anyhelp is nil if you don’t compete the FAFSA and you have definite possibilitiesif you do. The choice is yours. You can’t win the lottery if you don’t buy aticket!

FINANCIAL AID WORKSHOPby Kris Swavely, Financial Aid & Scholarship Counselor

[Library, from page 12]

HOMEWORK HELP!

WHO: YOU!

WHAT: A quiet place to...• Do research in

books and computers

• Meet with partners

• Get free tutoring • Study• Read

WHEN: M & W 3:00 - 5:00T & TH 3:00 - 9:00

WHERE: NPHS Library

WHY: Success at school!


WHO: Juniors & Seniors

WHEN: Sign-Ups Take Place in December in the College & Career Center

(Listen for announcements)

WHERE: Camp Bloomfield, Malibu, CA

WHY: A Good Experience!

Interviews are held in January byMr. Hoegeman (Timber)

Camp Counselors are important role models

working with 6th-grade students.

WANTED OUTDOOR EDUCATION CAMP COUNSELORS


FROM THE COLLEGE & CAREER CENTER . . .by Lynne Hill, College & Career Center Advisor

Gardens of the World 805-557-1135The Gardens of the World is seeking volunteers to

become docents in the park. Docents help educate the pub-lic about the gardens, located at 2001 Thousand OaksBlvd., across from the Civic Arts Plaza. Help is particular-ly needed on weekends. For more information call 805-557-1135 or visit the website. A docent application is avail-able on the website: www.gardensoftheworld.info

Ronald Reagan PresidentialLibrary & Museum 805-522-8444

For more information contact Lou Anne Missildine at40 Presidential Dr., Simi Valley.

Sunrise Assisted Livingof Westlake Village 805-557-1599

A brand-new facility in senior living is looking for vol-unteers to help with activities for the residents. Volunteeryour ideas and creativity by offering to read a story to resi-dents, play an instrument, or plan an arts & crafts project.The ideas are up to you in showing the residents a varietyof stimulating educational programs.

Thousand Oaks Youth Commission Applications are taken annually in December to fill

open positions on the Youth Commission. Students 13 – 19may apply. Students are expected to commit to a two-yearterm. Seniors are appointed to a one-year term. YouthCommission representatives are the voice of the youth inthe community, attending monthly meetings at City ofThousand Oaks to comment on services that students want.See Mrs. Spaulding in the Activities Department for anapplication.

Many students are always looking for volunteer oppor-tunities to give back to their community. If students arepart of the Majors Program here at NPHS, one of therequirements is to satisfy 30 hours of Community Service.It’s always a good idea to have some volunteer experiencebehind you from a personal standpoint. Also, more col-leges and universities find it an integral part of the collegeapplication process to list any community service they havegiven of themselves.

Below is a sampling of some of the opportunities avail-able. For a more complete listing of Community ServiceOpportunities, come to the College & Career Center.

American Heart Association 805-445-7050Many different positions available. Contact Tania

Figueroa, Corporate Events Director at 445-7050

City of Thousand OaksCitizen Volunteer Program 805-449-2126

There is an application for volunteer work availablefrom Elena Keenan, Volunteer Coordinator, 805-449-2126.

Concerned People for Animals, Inc. 805-482-6587If you love animals, volunteer to help CPA: assist at

the adoptions, foster a pet, help bottle feed orphans, work inthe CPA office, participate in various fund raising eventslike street fairs or help with numerous other tasks. CallCarel Ahlefeld at 805-482-6587, Phyllis Berger at 805-649-6913, or Sharon Stover at 805-487-2702.www.concernedpeopleforanimals.org

Friends of the Civic Arts PlazaVolunteer Ushers Youth Corps 805-492-5595

Duties include: Provide theater patrons guidance andassistance at the Kavli and Scherr Forum Theaters; assistTheater Staff ushers at events; be a trained, polished, posi-tive and gracious ambassador for the Civic Arts Plaza; havea good time; and see the event at which you are ushering.Requirements: 1. Be at least 14 years or older and in grades 9 – 12 2. Be a member of the Friends of the Civic Arts Plaza

($10.00 dues each year)3. Attend two New Usher Training Sessions: Trainings

available throughout the year4. Usher a minimum of two events a month to stay on the

active usher list.

For information, call the Youth Corps Coordinator, Mrs.Marlene Shropshire at 805-492-5595.

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NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY CANDIDATES INDUCTEDby Kelley Stone

Newbury Park High School is proud to announce thatnewly selected candidates to the Newbury Park HighSchool Chapter of National Honor Society were inductedon October 20, 2005 in a ceremony in the Performing ArtsCenter.

The call for candidates went out on September 1, 2005.Students in their junior and senior years were invited toapply, and completed applications went under review by thefaculty council. Selected candidates and their families werenotified by letter of acceptance and invited to attend theinduction ceremony.

What is National Honor Society?National Honor Society was founded in 1921 to recog-

nize and encourage the ideals of scholarship, character,service, and leadership. Membership in National HonorSociety is both an honor and a commitment. The HonorSociety member has already exhibited academic achieve-ment, leadership, honorable and admirable character, aswell as service demonstrating that the member is willing touse talents and skills for the improvement of society.

How Are Students Selected?Selection to NHS is a privilege, not a right. Students do

not apply for membership in the National Honor Society:instead, they provide information to be used by the localselection committee to support their candidacy for member-ship. NHS is more than just an honor roll: leadership, serv-ice, and character are equally important in the selectionprocess.

What Criteria Are Used for Selection?Candidates for the Newbury Park High School Chapter

of National Honor Society will be reviewed based upon thefollowing criteria:

Scholarship: Students must meet the minimumCumulative Grade Point Average requirement of 3.0.

Leadership: Students should have previously demon-strated leadership in school or community organizations.Leadership positions can be either elected or non-electedand should demonstrate initiative, positive influence, andwillingness to take on responsibility.

The student who exercises leadership:• Is resourceful in proposing new problems, applying

principles, and making suggestions• Demonstrates initiative in promoting school activities

• Exercises positive influence on peers in upholdingschool ideals

• Contributes ideas that improve the civic life of theschool

• Is able to delegate responsibilities• Exemplifies positive attitudes• Inspires positive behavior in others • Demonstrates academic initiative• Successfully holds school offices or positions of

responsibility; conducts business effectively and effi-ciently; demonstrates reliability and dependability

• Is a leader in the classroom, at work, and in otherschool or community activities.

Service: Students should have previously demonstrat-ed service to school, classmates, and/or community.

The student who serves:• Volunteers and provides dependable and well organized

assistance, is gladly available, and is willing to sacrificeto offer assistance

• Works well with others and is willing to take on diffi-cult or inconspicuous responsibilities

• Cheerfully and enthusiastically renders any requestedservice to the school

• Is willing to represent the class or school in inter-classand inter-scholastic competition

• Does committee and staff work without complaint• Participates in some activity outside of school, such as,

Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, church groups, or provide vol-unteer services for the elderly, poor, or disadvantaged

• Mentors persons in the community or students at otherschools

• Shows courtesy by assisting visitors, teachers, and stu-dents.

Character: Students will have demonstrated an out-standing record of conduct and behavior with regard toschool and community rules, guidelines, and policies or beable to demonstrate sufficient growth and improvement tocompensate for previous inadequacies.

The student of character:• Takes criticism willingly and accepts recommendations

graciously• Consistently exemplifies desirable qualities of behavior

(cheerfulness, friendliness, poise, stabililty)• Upholds principles of morality and ethics

[See NHS Candidates, page 17]


• Cooperates by complying with school regulations con-cerning property, programs, office, halls, etc.

• Demonstrates the highest standards of honesty and reli-ability

• Regularly shows courtesy, concern, and respect for oth-ers

• Observes instructions and rules, is punctual, and faith-ful both inside and outside the classroom

• Has powers of concentration, self-discipline, and sus-tained attention as shown by perseverance and applica-tion to studies

• Manifests truthfulness in acknowledging obedience torules, avoiding cheating in written work, and showingunwillingness to profit by the mistakes of others.

[NHS Candidates, from page 16]

Want to make a difference in people’s lives and in theworld around you? High school is not too soon to thinkabout a career in medicine. Here you can find out what doc-tors and nurses do and how you can prepare for a reward-ing career in medicine by joining the Future MedicalProfessionals Club right here at NPHS!

Exploring Careers in MedicineIs a career in medicine right for you? Find out what

doctors do and why medicine is one of the world’s mosthonored and fulfilling professions. Deciding to Become a Nurse or Doctor

Want to know if you have what it takes to become anR.N or an M.D.? Learn more about what nursing and med-ical school is really like. Preparing to Apply to Nursing or MedicalSchool

See what steps you should take during your high schooland college years to prepare for nursing and medical schoolapplications and admissions. Job Shadowing/Internships

Gain practical knowledge of your future now by partic-ipating in job shadowing and service or internship pro-grams as part of the club and the Majors Program.

If you would like to join, or become involved as a par-ent volunteer, guest speaker, or job shadow host, pleasecontact Kelley Stone, School-to-Career Coordinator [email protected] or (805) 498-3676 x1407.

FUTURE MEDICALPROFESSIONALS CLUB AT NPHS

by Kelley Stone

FUTURE EDUCATORS OFAMERICA

by Kelley Stone

Future Educators of America is a national programfor middle and high school students interested in exploringcareers in education. The program is similar to the FutureTeachers of America, an activity that existed prior to 1969under the auspices of the NEA.

Newbury Park High School is excited to announce thestart of our own chapter of Future Educators of America.Students interested in joining the new club should contactMs. Summer Petersen, Mr. Nick Colangelo, or Ms. RobinLilly. The club is also cooperating with the School toCareer program, coordinated by Ms. Kelley Stone.Students can fulfill requirements for the Public & HumanServices Major through the club’s activities exploring andpreparing for the teaching profession.

The administrative office of the FEA program is locat-ed at Phi Delta Kappa International, the professional educa-tion association. PDK’s headquarters are located inBloomington, Indiana.

Phi Delta Kappa Takes Lead on FutureEducators Clubs

Phi Delta Kappa International, the professional associ-ation in education, is organizing Future Educators ofAmerica clubs in schools across the United States and inter-nationally.

Phi Delta Kappa International (PDK) has long beeninvolved with recruiting talented students into education.PDK sponsors the Prospective Educator ScholarshipGrants. In addition, local PDK chapters around the worldprovide hundreds of scholarships each year to students whoplan to become teachers.

The FEA program not only helps students explorecareers in education, but it also provides service opportuni-ties and offers schools and communities a chance to shapetheir own future by shaping the future of the education pro-fession.

Eleven national organizations are supporting PDK inthis effort to build a framework for FEA clubs. Theseorganizations include the American Colleges for TeacherEducation, the American Federation of Teachers, theAssociation of Teacher Educators, the Council of ChiefState School Officers, the National Alliance of BlackSchool Educators, the National Association of ElementarySchool Principals, the National Association of SecondarySchool Principals, the National Education Association, theNational Middle School Association, the National SchoolBoards Association, and the National PTA.


MAJORS PROGRAMOPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDENTS TO COMPLETE REQUIREMENTS

Deadline for Senior Students to Complete and Document Majors Program Requirements for Graduation Recognition is May 6, 2006.

NPHS students have a unique opportunity to explore college majors and careers of interest throughthe Majors Program. Students may enroll in this program starting in tenth grade. Throughout their highschool career, students are expected to meet the various program requirements suggested for theirgrade level. All requirements must be documented in the student’s Majors Program File withMrs. Stone, the School to Career Coordinator, located in Room E-7 (805-498-3676 ext. 1407,[email protected]). All students, and especially seniors, should review their file regularly.

GRADE LEVEL REQUIREMENT HOW TO MEET REQUIREMENT

Sophomore - Senior InformationalInterview

1. Hear a College & Career Cafe speaker2. Hear a College & Career Center speaker3. Interview a professional on your own4. Attend a Career Choices Fair at NPHS. All

career pathways are represented. A pass is re-quired. The Career Choices Fair dates areOctober 14, December 9, March 24, & May 12.

5. Attend the Rotary interview for Juniors (usuallyheld in January)

6. Attend the CVUSD Career Fair at the WestlakeHyatt March 9, 2006.

(Attendance passes and information interviewforms are available in E-7 and the College &Career Center.)

Junior & Senior(If not completed in

the Junior year)

Job Shadow:(A workplace tour and

interview)

1. Participate in Groundhog Job Shadow Day onFebruary 3, 2006


GRADE LEVEL REQUIREMENT HOW TO MEET REQUIREMENT

Junior & Senior Major related intern-ship, community serv-

ice or work experience (30 hours

minimum)

1. Students participating in approved Major-relatedcommunity service must submit a CommunityService Log or other documentation signed byan adult supervisor. A listing of community serv-ice opportunities is available in the College &Career Center.

2. Students enrolled in the Work ExperienceProgram whose work is related to their Majormay provide payroll stubs and a recent employ-ee evaluation to document their experience.

3. The following may count for this requirementdepending on your Major: Elementary Educational Aide ClassFire Cadet ProgramRockwell Science InternshipNPHS Theater ProgramMock TrialTeen CourtBest BuddiesOutdoor Ed CounselorExplorer Post Participation

See Mrs. Stone for approval.

Sophomore - Senior Majors ProgramCoursework

Students complete 30 credits in Majors-relatedcoursework with a grade of “C” or better. A list ofcourses is available in the High School CourseDirectory, from your counselor and from theSchool-To-Career Coordinator.

Senior Resume Seniors should update their resume in the MajorsProgram File. Complete a resume in Economicsclass or come by Room E-7 for an informationpacket to complete a resume on your own.


You can start preparing now by asking your teachers forletters of recommendation and by starting on your 1,000words (or fewer) essay. This year’s due date is February17, 2006. You will need to submit the following with yourapplication:• An official transcript (request 2 official transcripts so

you can submit one sealed official transcript with yourapplication packet);

• Two letters of recommendation (at least one from a cur-rent teacher);

• An essay of 1,000 words or less (check the VCCFGuidelines carefully as some scholarship opportunitiesrequire you to address specific topics in your essay).

The 2006 Guidelines and Application will be mailed toall county high schools and posted on our website(www.vccf.org/scholarships.html) by the end of December

2005. Application packets will be due by 5PM on Friday, February 17, 2006. Studentswill be notified between May 9 – 15, 2006via letters from the Foundation.

SCHOLARSHIPS FOR VENTURACOUNTY STUDENTS

Ventura County Community Founda-tion’s annual Community ScholarshipProgram gets underway by early January2006, when the official 2006 Application

Form and Guidelines can be downloaded from our website(www.vccf.org/scholarships.html). The forms are alsomailed to the college & career centers at all county highschools and community colleges.

Application packets consist of the complete officialapplication form and required attachments (official schooltranscript, letters of recommendation, and an essay of 1,000words or fewer). Check our Guidelines for a full descrip-tion and criteria for each of the scholarship opportunitiesoffered through VCCF.

Application packets are due no later than 5:00 P.M. onFriday, February 17, 2006. You may turn in your applica-tion packet before the deadline, but NO applications will beaccepted once the deadline has passed.

Applicants will be notified by letter by the middle ofMay. If you are selected as a recipient, you will be invitedto a reception to celebrate your achievements and to meetsome of the donors who made the scholarships possible.

SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLEby Kris Swavely, Financial Aid & Scholarship Counselor

In addition to the scholarship information provided toyou below, be sure to check our website, www.nphs.org, atthe beginning of each month. Click on Counselor’sCorner. Scroll down to Scholarship Bulletin and click onit for scholarship updates. For those of you less technolog-ically advanced, there is always the tried and true trip to theCollege and Career Center where Mrs. Hill can give you ahard copy of our Scholarship Bulletin publication. It isupdated monthly and usually available at the first of eachmonth.

To get you started here is some information from theVentura County Community Foundation.

COLLEGE IS EXPENSIVE! SCHOLARSHIPSCAN HELP!

In 2005, Ventura County Community Foundation(VCCF) awarded 352 scholarships totaling $623,175.00 to304 Ventura County students! The dollaramount, the number of awards, and thenumber of students receiving awardswere all significantly higher than in pre-vious years. The 2006 ScholarshipProgram promises to be even bigger!

It is free to apply for VCCF scholar-ships! Even if you are not a “straight A”student you may apply for up to FIVEdifferent scholarship opportunitiesoffered through VCCF’s annualCommunity Scholarship Program. In many cases (but notall) a minimum 3.0 GPA is required. Whether or not youknow where you will be going to school after graduatingfrom high school, you can still apply!

VCCF is a public charity dedicated to increasing thequality of life in Ventura County by encouraging local phi-lanthropy to respond to needs through responsible grantmaking and scholarship programs. Individuals, corpora-tions, and organizations created the different ScholarshipFunds at VCCF in order to assist local students pursuinghigher education.

Each scholarship has specific eligibility criteria thatwere specified by the donor when the fund was established.Some are for specific majors, some are for students in par-ticular geographic regions, and some are open only to stu-dents who are graduating from certain high schools.Specific criteria for each of the scholarship funds inVCCF’s program are included in our Guidelines document(online at www.vccf.org/scholarships.html).

“In 2005, . . . (VCCF) awarded 352

scholarships totaling$623,175.00

to 304 Ventura Countystudents!”


NEWS FROM THE COUNSELING DEPARTMENTby Richard Intlekofer

2005 PSAT/NMSQTCongratulations to more than 500 Newbury Park High

School students who took the Preliminary ScholasticAssessment Test/National Merit Scholarship QualifyingTest(PSAT/NMSQT) in October of 2005. Well over half ofour junior class participated in this valuable college prepa-ration activity, and many sophomores and freshmen gaineda head start in SAT preparation. As always, those who tookpart in this early morning activity exhibited exemplaryattention and focus. PSAT results will be distributed to par-ticipants during morning sessions in the Performing ArtsCenter in December. Your student will receive a detailedscore report intended for use in preparing for the New SATReasoning Test. I recommend that students visit the specialsite designated for them at www.collegeboard.com to getthe most from the PSAT experience. Because the SAT haschanged, it is more important than ever for students tosearch for resources wherever possible. The College Boardsite offers invaluable help for free. Please also note that thePSAT is a practice test, and it is to be used as a tool in theprocess of college preparation. While several students mayqualify for the National Merit Scholarship through thePSAT, the vast majority of our students will be using it forpractice only.

SAT 1, ACT, SAT 2College bound juniors should register for the ACT, SAT

Reasoning Test, and/or SAT Subject Tests spring adminis-trations. (See the 2005/2006 College Entrance ExamTesting Calendar on page __ of this issue.) It is importantto note that, while most colleges and universities around thenation will accept either the SAT Reasoning Test or theACT for admission, parents and students may wish to con-sult college websites for more specific information. And,don’t forget that the University of California requires twoSAT Subject Tests in addition to the SAT Reasoning Test orACT. Find out more about college entrance examinationsby visiting www.collegeboard.com for SAT information,and www.act.org for ACT information. You may also con-tact Lynne Hill in the NPHS College and Career Center, at498-3676, ext. 1101, or [email protected].

COLLEGE TEST PREPARATIONExcellent opportunities for college entrance examina-

tion preparation can be found online at www.cavhs.org.You might also consult with our College and CareerSpecialist, Lynne Hill, for test preparation options. She cantell you about our Period One SAT course, the CVUSDSaturday Workshops, and several other opportunities.

Don’t Forget Those Important CollegeWeb Sites!

Many sites are available for prospective college stu-dents and their parents. It’s never too early to begin to pre-pare for the college application season that will greet youwhen you begin your senior year. Here are a few sites thatmight be of interest:

• www.collegeboard.com, where you will register forSAT; also offers test preparation and college planning,as well as financial aid resources.

• www.act.org, where you can find information about theACT, another college entrance exam, as well as collegeplanning opportunities.

• www.collegeview.com, where you can investigate col-leges and universities throughout the nation!

• www.californiacolleges.com, where you can investi-gate opportunities at any and all schools in California,public and private, two-year and four-year.

• www.universityofcalifornia.edu/admissions, where youcan access the preparation, information, and applica-tion centers for the University of California.

• www.csumentor.edu, where you can access the prepa-ration, information, and application centers for theCalifornia State University.

Mid-Year ReportsSeniors who have applied to schools that require mid-

year grade reports are reminded to bring them to the coun-selors before the end of the first term, at the end of January.The UC and CSU systems do not require mid-year reports,unless specifically requested by their offices.

Get Ready for the 2006 AdvancedPlacement Exams!

Mr. Intlekofer will visit Advanced Placement classes inJanuary of 2006 to discuss registration procedures for the2006 AP Exams. Registration for these college credit testswill begin in late January and will conclude early in March.The cost of each exam will be $82. Fundraising opportuni-ties are available, and fee reductions are available to stu-dents who qualify, based on family size and income. If youbelieve you may qualify, be sure to see your counselor inJanuary for detailed information. We want to make surethat all students who wish to take AP Exams will be able todo so!

[See Counseling Department, page 23]


Parents and students should also be aware of the 2006AP testing schedule. Opportunities for make-up exams willbe severely limited, and will, in most cases, involve addi-tional expenses for students; please check the calendarclosely to avoid conflicts!

2006 Advanced Placement ExaminationSchedule

National Merit Scholarship SemifinalistsAnnounced

Newbury Park High School is proud to announce thatthree of our seniors have been selected as Semifinalists inthe 2006 National Merit Scholarship Program. Whatthis means is that these students earned PSAT scores in the

top one half of one percent of more than one million testparticipants in the fall of 2004. They will now move on tofurther competition for the prestigious National MeritScholarship, which typically offers renewable funds forfour years of attendance at the university of choice. OurPanther semifinalists are as follows:

Doug AustinSantina Cooper

Alan Gilder

Congratulations and best wishes to Doug, Santina, andAlan as they move on!

National Merit Scholarshp ProgramCommended Students

In addition to those students recognized as NationalMerit Scholarship Semifinalists, eight Newbury Park HighSchool seniors have been designated CommendedStudents in the 2006 National Merit ScholarshipProgram. These students have been recognized for attain-ing a ranking among the top fifty thousand scorers on the2004 PSAT. While these students did not advance toSemifinalist standing in the 2006 NMSQT competition,they are to be congratulated for placing among the top fivepercent of more than one million students who participatedin the 2004 PSAT. They are as follows:

Paul Frank James PaceKultaj Kaleka Mimi TodorovaKonrad Knusel Brad Van-UdenAlexis Mathews Mark Zhu

A total of eleven Panthers have attained Semifinalist orCommended Student status in the 2006 National MeritProgram. Another great showing from the Class of 2006!

California State University EarlyAssessment Program

The California State University introduced the EarlyAssessment Program in the spring of 2005. By taking addi-tional items during the annual standardized testing week,juniors had the opportunity to fulfill the CSU entry levelmathematics and English requirements a full year beforeenrollment in the CSU. Results of the Early AssessmentProgram have been mailed to parents. For additional infor-mation, please contact your counselor, or go to www.cal-state.edu/eap.

[Counseling Department, from page 22]

Week 1 7:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m.

May 1 English Language French LanguageHuman Geography

May 2Computer Science AComputer Science ABSpanish Language

Statistics

May3Calculus ABCalculus BCMusic Theory

World History

May 4 English Literature French LiteratureGerman Language

May 5 United States HistoryEuropean HistoryStudio Art

(portfolios due)

Week 2 7:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m.

May 8BiologyItalian Language and

Culture

Physics BPhysics C

May 9Government &Politics:

United States

Government &Politics:

Comparative

May 10 ChemistryEnvironmental Science Psychology

May 11 MacroeconomicsArt History Microeconomics

May 12 Spanish Literature Latin LiteratureLatin: Vergil


JUNIOR CLASS BULLETINby NPHS Counseling Department

(Following are excerpts from the Junior ClassBulletin that was distributed to students in earlyOctober.)

Preliminary Scholastic AssessmentTest/National Merit ScholarshipQualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT)What is it? The PSAT/NMSQT gives you a great

opportunity to practice for the SAT andqualify for a National MeritScholarship and do so inexpensively!

Date: Saturday, October 15, 2005Time: 7:45 a.m.Place: NPHS assigned classroomsFee: $20 (payable to CVUSD in the College

and Career Center) Be sure to read the“PSAT/NMSQT Student Bulletin”carefully. Registration deadline:October 10, 2005.

Test Procedures: Be sure to bring your receipt, a pictureI.D., several #2 pencils, and a calcula-tor.

PSAT Results: You will receive your test results andyou will be given assistance in inter-preting them in December, 2005.

College Admissions• Be sure to look into the admission requirements for the

college of your choice, whether it be any of the follow-ing:

University of California: Most difficult require-ments; nine campuses throughout the state.

California State University: Not as difficult tomeet entrance re-quirements, yet these 23 cam-puses are still highly competitive.

Independent colleges and Universities: Theseschools have varying admissions requirementsand should be contacted individually.

Community Colleges: These two-year institutionsoffer preparation for transfer to four-yearschools, as well as occupational programs.

• Application deadline for many four-year colleges isNovember 30 of your senior year.

• For information on college admissions, see Mrs. Hill inthe College and Career Center, or your counselor.

College Financial Aid/Scholarships• You need to begin investigating opportunities during

your junior year.

• Resources and publications will be available soon inthe College and Career Center and from your coun-selor.

• Watch for the Financial Aid/Scholarship Bulletin, pub-lished by the Counseling Department monthly begin-ning in November and posted in all classrooms.

• Watch also for Financial Aid Night, to be held inJanuary for you and your parents.

Service Academies/ROTC Scholarships• Begin planning now if you intend to apply for an

appointment to a service academy (Military, Naval, AirForce, Coast Guard), or for an ROTC scholarship to afour-year university.

• Information is available from Mrs. Hill in the Collegeand Career Center.

College and Career Center• The College and Career Center is a tremendous

resource for all students where you can get informationpertaining to colleges and careers.

• Watch the bulletin for announcements of college andcareer representatives who regularly visit our campus.

• Mrs. Hill, the College and Career Specialist, is eager tohelp you in planning for your future!

• College and Career Center hours are 7:30 a.m. - 12:30p.m. and 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Special Programs• Regional Occupation Program (ROP): See your coun-

selor for information about this valuable career-orient-ed program.

• Work Experience: Through this program you can gainup to 10 credits per term for holding a job and meetingcertain school requirements. See Mr. Ropes in RoomD-33A.

California High School ProficiencyExamination (CHSPE)

See your counselor for further information.

Graduation Requirements• Please review the chart on the next page to assure your-

self of candidacy for graduation in 2007.• Remember: California State Law and District Policy

require that you take 50 credits during your senior year.Work Experience may be used to satisfy 10 credits of

[See Junior Class Bulletin, page 27]


enrollment for this purpose. You must take two blockclasses each term.

High School Graduation RequirementsClass of 2007

* All graduates must complete Algebra 1 or Focus onAlgebra.

** All 10 credits must be in visual/performing arts or for-eign language

In addition to meeting credit and course requirements,students must demonstrate mastery in mathematics

and language arts on the California High School ExitExam. Tests are administered annually in these areas.

Counseling ServicesThe goal of the Newbury Park High School

Counseling Staff is to provide you with assistance in thefollowing areas:• Academic Counseling• Class Placement• Crisis Counseling• Career & Occupational Guidance• College Requirements and Financial Aid• Course Selection• Personal Counseling• Test Score Interpretation and Information

[Junior Class Bulletin, from page 26]

Subject Requirements Subterms Credits

English 8 40Health 1 5Mathematics* 6 30Physical Education 4 20Physical Science 2 10Biology 2 10American Political Systems 1 5United States History 2 10Economics 1 5World History/Geography 1 10Visual/Performing Arts orForeign Language** 2 10

Electives 75Minimum Total RequiredCredits 230

COUNSELING DEPARTMENT

IMPORTANT DEADLINES

FOR STUDENT SCHEDULES

Term One – Subterm 1

September 12, 2005 Permanent ScheduleDay (Friday)

October 21, 2005 Last day to dropwithout F (Friday)

Term One – Subterm 2

November 15, 2005 Permanent ScheduleDay (Tuesday)

December 23, 2005 Last day to dropwithout F (Friday)

Term Two – Subterm 1

February 7, 2006 Permanent ScheduleDay (Tuesday)

March 10, 2006 Last day to dropwithout F (Friday)

Term Two – Subterm 2

April 19, 2006 Permanent ScheduleDay (Wednesday)

May 26, 2006 Last day to dropwithout F (Friday)


PFA BOARD MEMBERS2005/2006

President Connie LeeVice President Linnea WentworthSecretary Debbie CondonTreasurer Shelley McGeeAuditor Judy Knauer

Auxiliary Board Members / Committee ChairpersonsMembership Susan OnsgardTeacher Rep Hugh NelsonStudent Rep Peter McClintockHospitality Susan MarcellitiHomecoming Coordinators Linnea WentworthNewsletter Karen RandallSenior Awards / Scholarships Stephanie DowdSenior Breakfast OpenGraduation Coordinators Barb Barry, Robin TobinRestaurant Fundraisers Lisa RogersSite Council Rep Lisa RogersVolunteer Coordinator Leslie Doyle

As was stated in the August issue, the Panther Pursuits is now availableto view or print from the NPHS website at www.NPHS.org. Newsletters areno longer mailed home due to increases in production costs and the desire tokeep valuable resource dollars available for our students at the school site.

To See the Newsletter OnlineFrom the NPHS Home page, scroll down to the Panther Pursuits link and

click on the “Panther” icon. (Adobe Acrobat Reader is required and availableto download.) If you would like to continue to have Panther Pursuits mailedto your home address, send your name, your student’s name, and your addressto: NPHS, Attn: Panther Pursuits, 456 Reino Road, Newbury Park, CA91320.

To Submit Articles for PublicationLet us know what’s going on in your department, organization or club.

Mark your calendar for the deadlines for Panther Pursuits newsletter articles:

Articles Articles PostedIssue Due on nphs.orgJan/Feb 11/28 12/30Mar/April 1/27 3/1May/June 3/29 5/1Aug. 2006 6/16 7/20

Panther Pursuits provides a great opportunity for departments and organizations to share information with parents and students about events,upcoming activities and fundraisers, as well as community liaison programs.

Please submit articles in Microsoft Word format and include a printout.Leave in the Panther Pursuits mailbox in the office or email [email protected].

If you would like to join the Panther Pursuits team, leave a note in themailbox in the NPHS office.

PANTHER PURSUITS NOW ON THE WEBYour voice in the Panther Community

RESTAURANTFUNDRAISER

Remember the Alamo!

A huge thank you goes to theALAMO Restaurant for the past year ofdonating over $2,000 to the NPHS PFAfor our nights once a month.

This school year we have the follow-ing dates that the Alamo will be donating20% of sales to the NPHS PFA. Pleasemark your calendar,. No flyer needed.

Nov. 23rdJan. 21stFeb. 22nd

March 23rdApril 29th

Bring friends and family. Hope tosee you there!

PFA MEETINGSGet Involved

PFA meetings are held once a monthon Tuesdays at:

7:00 p.m.NPHS College and Career Center

Mark your calendars for the follow-ing meeting dates and come join us.Meetings usually last 1 to 1-1/2 hours.Everyone is invited to attend.

11/15/05 12/20/051/17/06 2/21/063/21/06 4/18/06

5/16/06


The PFA (Parent-Faculty Association) participates in many school events and servesas a critical information link to Parents and Students through the Panther Pursuits

Newsletter. Students, Teachers and Parents benefit from many of the PFA sponsored events; suchas Homecoming, Awards Nights, Big Cat Run, Back-to-School Nights, Phantom Tea, No Frills &Technology Events, Senior Breakfast & Graduation Activities, and Staff Appreciation Luncheon.

Additionally, five $300 scholarships are awarded to participating Seniors* each year. (*Eligibility is based on PFA membership.)

All parents are encouraged to join PFA. Help make this year the most successful yet! You are also invited to attend PFA meetings. Join us the third Tuesday of every month; Augustthrough May, at 7:00 p.m. in the Library Conference Room.

Sign up Today!

Membership (Circle one): Individual $10 Family $15

Member Name(s)____________________________ Phone Number_______________________

Name of Senior(s) _______________________________________________________________

Become a Panther Supporter! The above Membership dues cover some of the expenses.Any additional support is greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance for your donation of:

_____ $20 _____ $25 _____ $35 _____$50 _____$100 _____ Other

Total Enclosed $_______ = ($____ Membership Dues + $____ Panther Supporter Donation)

VOLUNTEER AT NPHSParent volunteers are needed and greatly appreciated. Please check any area you wish to assist in. PFA will contact you directly.

_____ Donating food and/or drink items_____ Chaperoning Homecoming Dance_____ Assembling school information packets (July/August)_____ Senior Graduation Activities

Name _______________________________ Phone

E-Mail (please print clearly) ____________________________________________

Return this form to: NPHS 456 N. Reino Rd, Newbury Park, CA. 91320Along with a check made payable to: NPHS PFA

NEWBURY PARK HIGH SCHOOL PFA


Abernethy, LindaAbrams, Gary/MaraAcosta, BarbaraAdams, LisaAdanalian, Peter/StaceyAlami, SallyAlvarez, Danny/AnneAnderson FamilyArger, Jim/CarolArmstrong, Doug/LeslieAronson, EllenArtinger, KathyAsare-Aboagye, Yaw/AndreaAtherton FamilyBanfield, Chris/DeirdreBarnard, Mike/CindeeBarrett, Pat/LaurenBarrow, Doug/WendyBarry, Dellon/DebbieBayer, Rick/ShelleyBeaman, Max/JeanBennett, Bart/MelodieBenson, Danny/CarolBerntsen, Peter/LisaBerry, Dale/BarbBerry, Scott/DebbraBirenbaum, DebbieBlack, Eddie/ShirleyBlackburn, TJ/KathyBondarenko FamilyBondio, GailBonn, KathyBowers, Jeff/AnneBrabant, DianeBradley, Bill/LindaBranham, JanBray, GinaBray, Jim/SusanBrazell, KyleBridgeman, JamieBrown, RhodaBruck, KeithBullock, MeredithBurton, RitaBush, Braham/CeliaBute, AmyButtner, BenCahoon FamilyCameranesi, Danny/JeannieCane, Dozier/ReginaCarnahan, JosetteCarr, DarrinCarvalho, Doug/JoAnn

NPHS PFA MEMBERSHIP LIST(As of September 25, 2005)

Duben, MarcyDunn, Michael/LauraDwyer, ColinEby, JoshEgendorfer, PamEisenthal, BarbaraElliott, Steve/BethEllis, ElEllis, Joe/DebbyElShafie, HarloweEnnis, KathleenEvans, Ron/JanetEveler, SusanFabricius, GaryFaciane, RosieFeinberg, PaulaFeldmann, Ken/CarlaFelker, CherylFerguson, EllenFerrari, AliciaFibiger, Hans/ChristinaFick, Bill/CherylFinley, ConnieFiore, Bob/LoriFitzpatrick, Bruce/DebiFlack, LaurelFlack, ToniFlaherty, SeanFleisher, ElaineFlores, Jessie/AprilFlores, KathieFlowers, RoniFrancis, Thaddeus/PennyFrank, RobinFrattali, Ray/DebbieFreund, Tim/TamaFritz, Tom/MollyFujimoto, JoyceFukumoto, Takeshi/YasukoGabunilas, CeciliaGahm, Kyung HyunGallaher, Kevin/KazGarcia, BillGastaldo, EvannGeher, SethGilmore, James/KayGlickman, Robert/NancyGlynn, Tim/MarthaGoerisch FamilyGompert, Jeff/DonnaGooch Family

Case, Steve/NancyCaulfield, LorenaChaconas, Jim/NancyChambers, DannetteChiapuzio FamilyChiasson, Pat/PattyChilds, KendallChin, Larry/Wong, ValerieChristian, TimCoburn, AngieCoccia, JaneCoffman, TeresaCohen, SylviaColell, KristColeman, DebiCondon, Doug/DebbieConley, PatrickConner, JanetCooley, AllisonCooper, RyanCoull, TiffaniCox, Kerry/LeahCramer, ShirleyCrandall, Craig/DarcieCrawford, JaniceCunningham, Fred/BelindaCurry, Ken/PauletteCurtis, James/MeganDale, ClaireDavis, ChrstinaDavis, KathyDavis, Kevin, GloriaDe la Rosa, David/DeeannDeans, NancyFlynn, GregDeBono, Carl/LindaDeCuir FamilyDeFebo, B.Deffense, Michel/SharonDellentash, BonnieDeLyon, Terry/MiriamDepp, Charles/CarolynDetmer, BarbaraDeVault, JocelynDiefenthaler, Mary JoeDiffenderfer, LeighAnnDlee, Doo/Hoh, Hea RanDobner, Bill/CareyDogancay, DebbieDombrowski, Matt/CindyDomingo, JoselineDoville, Bryon/JaniceDoyle, Patrick/LeslieDreiling, Sue [See Membership List, page 32]


Your brick will be installed in the entrance of our new Panther Stadium and funds raised in the campaign will go to pay for upgrading and ongoing maintenance of the stadium.

Place your order today to ensure that your child or loved one has a place forever at NPHS.

bEE AA Partt off it!!

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Pantherr Stadium!!!

Donor InfoName

_____________________________ Address

_____________________________

_____________________________ City/State/Zip

_____________________________ Home Phone

_____________________________ Alternate Phone

_____________________________

Please make checks payable to:

Newbury Park High School PFA

Please mail to: Newbury Park High School

Attn: PFA 456 Reino Rd. Newbury Park, CA 91320

Brick Order Form(Please use one form per brick purchase)

Brick choice: 4” x 8” w/ up to 3 lines of text ($50) Paw print ($10)

Total enclosed $ ___________

Brick inscription:- Each line of text allows for a maximum of 15 characters

(spaces, punctuation, etc. count as a character). Anysymbol on a standard computer keyboard is acceptable.

- Please write your inscription below using the character spaces.

- Paw prints can be purchased for an extra $10.00. Please allow one character space for this symbol.

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Thank you for your support of NPHS! Questions??? Call Linnea Wentworth @ 805-376-0555

Or NPHS @ 805-498-3676

4” x 8” brick - $50


Graham, CaseyGraham-Hanna, KarenGrayson, Tom/TerriGreve FamilyGriffin, JohnGriffith, JessicaGriffith, SusanGross, JenniferGrubb, NancyGunther, Rick/SueHandy, KarenHanna FamilyHarper, Don/KarenHarrasser, JulieHarrison, KathieHauser, NellaHaws, David/BeckyHay, KathyHayes, Christopher/IngridHeargitai, LisaHeathcoate, Gary/SusanHeritage, CarinaHespenheide FamilyHines FamilyHmahler, Robert/TuijaHodson-Burt, ChristyHoltby, KathyHook, CarolHorlick, Jay/PeggyHormel, Rod/KarenHorne, Roger/CathyHoward, ElaineHughes, GlenHui, JohnHunter, JoraiHurdelbrink, Tom/JudyHurley, GeorgeHutchins, GaleHutchins, Patrick/VickyImmel FamilyIntlekofer, RichardJablonicky, Lour/CarolJain, Jeetu/LeslieJames, Christpher/KarenJames, Del/Woodworth, DebbieJensen, SueJesalva, Ed/SallyJew, DebbieJohnson, Mark/MichelleJohnson, SteveJones, Richard/KelliKarns, JeremyKasch, JodyKelem, Marty/KCKelley, Julia

Kempster, Steve/SherryKendra, RyanKhan, TerriKim, BrianKing, CindyKitzmann, Glen/LoriKlipp, CrystalKnauer, Mike/JudyKnudson, Michael/MarcyKobrin, PaulKrueger, Sharon/Kaiping, EdwardKunz, DianeKunze FamilyLane, SherryLappinga FamilyLarsen, BarbaraLaSecla, Rickard/DeborahLee FamilyLee, MikeLee, Paul/RachelLeeds, MarlyseLeong, Howard/SharonLeslie, Steven/MayLevesque, Paul/JacquelineLevy, Jacalyn/McCrary, MichaelLiedblad, NancyLilly, RobinLindruth, EricLindsey, MarkLinnemeier, Maggie WahlLloyd, AnnLockwood, JenniferLombardo, JoyLong, John/KarenLopez, IrmaLopez, Mike/KarenLorimer, Mike/DianaLosey, Jeff/PamelaLoyd, Yoshiko/MatthewLungu, Serban/HeidiLutzker, Steven/TamiLynch, Kevin/StaceyLyons, TerryMacDonald FamilyMaciel, MartinMaddox, PamMalone, ColleenMalone, PamMandour, KimMann, SallyMarshall, L.Martino, Gary/CarolMason, JacquelineMastrovito, Ray/CherylMatthews, Bruce/MaryMcAllister, Greg

McCarthy, Don/DodieMcGee, Kevin/ShelleyMcGlashen, TerriMcHugh, Chris/JudyMcIntyre, AnitaMcKay, Marc/JackieMcKean, CorinneMcKeown, DennisMckeown, SteveMcNicoll FamilyMestas, JorgeMetier, Mike/BarbaraMier, Eduardo/SoeliaMiller, CarolynMiller, CathyMiller, Jeff/CherylMiller, Phil/SueMills, John/LisaMiner, Richard/RosemaryMitchell, Dana/ChristineMiyamoto, JuliaMoler, Garry/DenieceMoore, Glen/VashtiMorris Jensen, BarbaraMullin, JolynMundo, Mike/MaryMundt, Eric/DebraMunksgard, Alfred/RobinMurphy, ChrisMurphy, Don/LindaMurray, Dave/CarenMutolo, JohnMyers, Ted/NancyNair, Nick/NaliniNelson FamilyNelson, HughNelson, JoanneNeri, ClaudiaNishimori, JeanO'Brian, JimO'Doherty, Martin/PattieOnsgard, SusanOwechko, Yuri/SueOwens, TracyPanik, CassieParvin, NoriPede, Mike/KathyPepper, TammyPernas, SaidaPhillips, Mark/RitaPhillipson, Don/NancyPiekarski, Bo/CarylPiotrowski, JohnPlambeck, Lisa

[Membership List, from page 30]

[See Membership List, page 33]


Porter, JohnPorter, RandyPrado, ManuelPrado, MarthaPralgo, MelPressey, James/JanicePreston, BarbaraPriebe, Darrell/NinaPrimavera, Mary AnnPruter, Vince/KimPurcell, DanaRabani FamilyRadomski FamilyRakowski, CherieRashoff, Jeff/BarbaraRatliff, Laura/Marriner, JimReed, AmyRicca, ToniRipley FamilyRitchie, Mike/JoyRobbins, Lance/PamRobertson, Randy/LuAnnRodriguez, MaricelaRogers, Dan/LisaRomar, Jim/BarbaraRosenthal, Alan/AlysaRoss, Bruce/TracyRuddy, Gene/PatriciaRule, James/LisaSalas, Rueben/DonnaSamsky, Scott/JudySandoval, AliSantiago, RoxandaSargent, JohnSaucier, CatherineSauer, JulieSavoie, Lanny/LynnSchay, BarbaraSchneider, Dave/PamSchneider, Lohn/LaurieSchroeder, Phillip/GwenScobey, SherryScott, CurtisScott, Tim/CarrieSelvidge, MarleneSentianin, Bernard/PatriciaSetola, LucianaSeverns, Chuck

Shelley, Lnn/NancyShifman, LynetteShimamoto, MiharuSilberberger, JoyceSimmons, Marty/KellySingleton, KimSmilor, CyndiSmith, Edgar/CindySmith, KarrieSnapinn, Steve/SylviaSnell, JosephSnow, Dave/CarrieSolarez, MarcineSomers, Tom/KathySommer, Kraig/AngelaSomple, JaniceSoto, JorgeSoto, Robert/HarrietSoutar, Scott/LoriSpindel, Scott/JodiSt. Jean, CherieStafford Malvar, LisaStein, CherylStephenson, Ron/PamStoll, Bill/AimeeStout, Chuck/BrendaStoutenborough, CandidaStrang, Steve/TeresaStratton, CatherineSullivan, EldaSvobeda, StephenSwavely FamilyTagari, Philip/CeliaTan, Liep/JulieTaverner, Paul/BonnieTescher, John/DonnaTheodoulou, RhondaThomas, MelodyThompson, ChristineTibble, Jim/MelanieTisor, KarenTobias, Ker/KateriTobin, Tim/RobinToma, Greg/JillTomassetti, Steve/JulieToomey, RonTramonti, KimTriplett, Randy

Truby, GinaTuck, LarryVan De Vegt, RianVan Uden FamilyVan Vorst, LouiseVanOrman, Greg/MickeyVeazey, ClaudetteVillavicencio, KarlaVincent, Don/DebbieWade, CindyWagner, JanWaid, Robert/ElizabethWalker, PeggyWallin, HannahWarfield, TedWatson FamilyWeatherly, VincaWeeks, VickiWeil, Frank/PhyllisWeingarden, MichaelWentworth, LinneaWestover, JeanWheelis, LucindaWidick, Tom/ValerieWilkes, JamesWilliams, Phil/JudyWilliams, SaraWineman, RosemaryWolf, HeidiWomer, Rod/Karplus, BarbaraWondra FamilyWong, AtholWoodward, NanWright, David/ShelleyWurst, MicheleWygle, AndrewXanthos, MaryYas, SherryYim, Keith/KerriYoung, GinaYoung, LeeYoung, Paul, JenniferYudelson, SusanZaiger, ShariZand, Mark/AzitaZavitz, Jeff/LauraZink, Jay/JanetZino, NancyZuckerman, Allan/Judy

[Membership List, from page 32]


As this article goes to print, we are in the middle of Marmonte Leagueaction for all fall sports. I will do a roundup for all the fall sports in the nextissue.

After a nice run as the girl’s head soccer coach, Nancie Moscowitz hasbeen named the head women’s coach at Cal Lutheran. I want to congratulateNancie on her job and thank her for all the hard work and effort she put intothe girl’s program at Newbury Park. With that in mind, I want to welcome newhead coach, Kyle Brazell, to the Panther athletic family. Kyle is also a scienceteacher her at Newbury Park. On the boy’s side, coach Guy Sanford is look-ing forward to an exciting season with all lot of players returning from lastyear.

Girl’s Water Polo under the direction of coach Casey Graham is preparingfor another competitive league schedule. The girls have been working hardwith Coach Graham to continue to improve throughout the season. I want toinvite everyone out to our annual Mistletoe Classic taking place on December3rd.

After making it to the CIF-Semifinals last year, Coach Parvin is lookingforward to another promising year. With several starters returning from lastyear’s team, the girls are looking to make a strong run at the league title. Also,congratulations are in order to Kavita Goss who has accepted a scholarship toplay basketball at Loyola Marymount University. Coach Steve Johnson andhis entire coaching staff have been working hard all year for another compet-itive Marmonte League schedule. With key players returning form last year’steam, Coach Johnson and the boys are looking to improve from a tough sea-son last year. Also, congratulations to Jordan Cameron for accepting a schol-arship to play basketball at BYU.

Coach Remy Sanchez is looking forward to another competitive season inthe Marmonte League. I want to invite everyone out to the gym on SaturdayDecember 3rd for the Newbury Park Wrestling Tournament. This annual tour-nament brings some of the best individual and team wrestlers in all ofSouthern California to Newbury Park.

Two final reminders:• Please make sure that any student who is participating in a winter

sport has completed an athletic packet (physical and insurance infor-mation) and has paid their transportation fee.

• Once again, the athletic department is selling an adult gym pass for$45.00. The pass allows one adult entry into any home gym sports(excluding playoffs) for the entire season.

I want to take this opportunity to invite everyone in the Panther family tocome out and support the teams throughout the winter season. Be a part of allthe action throughout the season and root the Panthers on!

High School Sports.netHigh School Sports.net is a website that we have added to the athlet-

ic page of the NPHS website. The attached link will allow you to researchthe schedules for all athletic events for NPHS. Transportation times, gametimes, and locations are all part of this exciting new website. Go towww.highschoolsports.net to find the NPHS home page.

WINTER SPORTS EXCITEMENT!by Stephen Lepire, Assistant Principal

WE’VE GOT SPIRITby Peggy Horlick, Cheer Booster

President

The cheerleading team for 2005-06is off to a great start. With a new districttry-out policy in place, new squads werechosen in April. The girls immediatelystarted fundraising to help defray thecost of approximately $1000 per mem-ber. They sold flowers and leis atGraduation, rooter poms at footballgames, and held a week-long kids cheercamp last summer.

In August the girls attended theUnited Spirit Association Camp at UCSanta Barbara to learn new routines andbuild team spirit. All 3 squads earnedsuperior marks at their evaluations.Senior Tracy Horlick was selected forthe All-Star Team and received an invita-tion to cheer in London in December.Captains for the 3 squads were elected asfollows: Freshmen – Jordan Dizon, JV –Bri Gale, and Varsity – Tracy Horlickand Jamie Vargas.

The team and the boosters arepleased to be working with a new coach-ing staff this year that includes HeadCoach Katey Rock and assistant coachesTessa Carletta and Leann LeGore. Theirenthusiasm and expertise is appreciatedby all; as is the continued support of ouradvisor Heidi Wolf.

The team, coaches and the boosterclub would like to thank our sponsorsDagan Sales, Core Physical Therapy andCheerRock for their financial support.Fundraising efforts continue throughoutthe year and we are actively seekingmore sponsors. Anyone interested cancontact Sherry Yas @ 499-5887.

The girls are looking forward to per-forming and encouraging school spirit atrallies and games this year. When thegirls say: “If you like it, yell black andgold,” be sure to answer back:

BLACK AND GOLD!


The start of the wrestling season is almost here. Coaches Remy Sanchezand RJ Nelson return this year to lead the NPHS wrestling program andencourage all interested athletes to come out for the team. With weight class-es from 103 to 275 lbs, there is an opportunity for athletes of all sizes to com-pete in this grueling sport.

According to head coach Sanchez, “NPHS only lost 4 athletes to gradua-tion from last year’s team and we have some real studs returning, so we shouldbe a strong challenger for the Marmonte league championship.”

We will have our season kick off meeting for parents on Tuesday,November 1st in the school cafeteria at 6:30 PM. This is a mandatory meet-ing for parents of interested wrestlers in grades 9 through 12.

Wrestling practice will start Monday, November 14th in the wrestlingroom, south of the gym, at 2:30 PM.

The 24th annual Newbury Park Invitational Tournament will be held onSaturday, December 3rd beginning at 9:00 AM. 24 teams from throughoutSouthern California will compete in the tournament that has traditionally sig-naled the start of the season.

If you have any questions, you can contact coach Sanchez at (805) 312-0494 or booster club president Mike Markey at (805) 499-6294 or email [email protected].

WRESTLINGby Kevin Young, Booster Club Rep

DANCE TEAM LEAPS FORWARD TO NEWHEIGHTS

The 2005 Panther Dance Team held auditions at the end of the school yearwith a very large turn out (no pun intended). This year more than 50 girls triedout for the team that had only 12 members last season. But the word got outthat the team, coached by Cameo Fasulo, won more awards on the competi-tion trail in the ’04 season than ever before.

The core dancers from the ’04 team are still dancing this year and the teamis now 24 girls strong. Ms. Fasulo says she “looks forward to the larger teamas it will give the girls an opportunity to compete in more events this season.”

This year Captain Danielle McCleery and Co-Captains Megan Kitzmannand Sarah Ludlow lead the team. All of these girls are seniors and they will bemissed when they graduate. Additionally, this season Ms. Fasulo namedLindsay Sudman as Apprentice Captain. This is a new position that was devel-oped to recognize Lindsay’s leadership skills in preparation to name herCaptain next season.

The team will compete in all of the events as they did last season withsome additions. They will learn from the best choreographers in the country(the judges from the hit show “So You Think You Can Dance?”) at UrbanJamm held November 19 and 20 in San Diego. Look for them performing allnew dances at the school rally on October 10, and at half time at our Varsityfootball and basketball games. Come join the team to give your support asthey dance their hearts out.

The team will also teach a dance clinic to all interested dancers from theages of 6-14 on December 10 at NPHS. Look for flyers. This is one of theteam’s biggest fundraisers. Tell your friends!

NPHS Dance Team ROCKS!

TRACK AND FIELDNEWS

by Priscilla Lee, Booster PresidentExcitement is building for the 2006

Track and Field Season. Will this be theyear that we have State Champions inseveral events? Could be!

The Booster Club is working withthe coaching staff to insure that this yearwill be the best year ever. Several fundraising ideas are in the works.

Two car washes are scheduled.Athletes and their parents with lastnames A-G will be responsible for a carwash on February 25. Those with lastnames H – Z will staff a second car washon March 4. Coaches are currently in theprocess of taking inventory and decidinghow these funds can best be used so staytuned and mark your calendars for thesedates!

The always informative ParentMeeting is tentatively scheduled forWednesday, February 15. Please bringyour calendars and your checkbooks tothis meeting.

NPHS Track: Dream, Believe,Become!

OFF-SEASON TENNISby Brad Nelson, Coach

At the beginning of the 2nd subterm(when the girls’ season ends), a 5thperiod co-ed tennis class will beoffered. This class is directedtoward boys who are plan-ning to tryout for the team inthe spring, boys who played onthe team last season, andgirls who want to con-tinue to play after theirseason has ended. Theclass, worth 2.5 P.E.credits, will be run byBrad Nelson, the boys’ tennis coach.Students who are interested in taking thisclass should sign up with Coach Nelsonin room D-31.


NPHS FOOTBALLby Jim Reisteter, Booster President

We’re most of the way through avery successful 2005 Football program.A few more exciting games to go!

I wish to express my thanks to all theparents of the Freshman, JV and Varsityteams who have made this season one ofthe best at Newbury Park High School.You have been so generous with yourtime. The success of the program andthe amount of enjoyment ourstudent/athletes have is directly propor-tional to the amount of involvement allof you have in your Football BoosterClub. This has truly been a team effort!

In addition, our coaching staff andadministration has been outstanding.They have been very supportive of theFootball Booster Club. Coach Hurley,Coach Cooper, Coach Monty, along withtheir staff, have done an excellent jobwith our teams. Mr. Steve Lepire, ourAthletic Director and Mr. Max Beaman,Principal, have been great supporters ofthe program. Thank you to all!

The Football Booster Club continuesto meet, even in the off-season! Stay intouch with your son’s football program.Come join us on the first Wednesday ofeach month for the Football BoosterClub meeting. We meet @ 7:30 PM inRoom D1.

Question? Contact Jim Reisteter [email protected] or 805-498-2966.

NPHS Boys Basketball2005-2006 Season Schedule

Date Team Opponent Site11/28 - 12/03 Freshman Ventura Tournament Ventura H.S.11/29 - 12/01 Frosh/Soph Oxnard Tournament Oxnard H.S.11/29 - 12/03 Varsity Simi/Camarillo Tourn. Simi/Camarillo 11/30 - 12/03 JV Santa Barbara Tourn. Santa Barbara12/05 - 12/10 Freshman Burbank Tournament Burbank H.S.12/06 - 12/10 Varsity Canyon Tournament Canyon H.S.12/7 - 12/10 JV Moorpark Tournament Moorpark H.S.12/13 All Teams Calabasas* NPHS12/15 - 12/17 Frosh/Soph Moorpark Tournament Moorpark H.S.12/26 - 12/29 JV Valencia Tournament Valencia H.S.12/26 - 12/29 Varsity Atascadero Tournament Atascadero H.S.12/27 - 12/29 Freshman NPHS Frosh Tourn. NPHS12/27 - 12/29 Frosh/Soph NPHS F/S Tournament NPHS1/4/06 All Teams Royal* Royal H.S.1/6/06 All Teams Moorpark* NPHS1/9/06 All Teams Agoura* Agoura H.S.1/11/06 All Teams Westlake H.S.* NPHS1/13/06 All Teams Thousand Oaks* TOHS1/18/06 All Teams Simi Valley* NPHS1/20/06 All Teams Calabasas* Calabasas H.S.1/27/06 All Teams Royal* NPHS1/30/06 All Teams Moorpark* Moorpark H.S.2/1/06 All Teams Agoura* NPHS2/3/06 All Teams Simi Valley* Simi Valley H.S.2/8/06 All Teams Westlake* Westlake H.S.2/10/06 All Teams Thousand Oaks* NPHS

Panther Basketball will open its 2005-2006 season with our annual Blackand Gold intrasquad scrimmage on Saturday, November 19th at 7 p.m. Thevarsity contest will be preceded by games involving all of the NPHS basket-ball teams, both boys and girls. On Friday, November 25th the Panthers willwelcome back former players to the annual Alumni Game at 7 p.m. Regularseason play commences on November 29th as the Panthers compete in theSimi Valley Tournament. The leader of what should be a very entertaining andtalented squad will be senior guard Jordan Cameron, who achieved AllMarmonte League and All Ventura County status one year ago. Jordan hasaccepted a basketball scholarship to Brigham Young University and will signhis letter of intent in November. Other veteran Panthers include senior for-wards Royce Mason, Brad Van Uden and Eric Randall and junior point guardScott Takeguma. Record setting quarterback Jordan LaSecla also returns tothe Panther Pavilion hardwood to complete an experienced core of Pantherswho hope to compete for CIF and Marmonte League honors. Please join us foran exciting winter of hoops at Newbury Park High School.

PANTHER BASKETBALLby Steve Johnson, Varsity Head Coach, Boys Basketball

* League Games - Game times for all league games are:3:00 Freshman 4:30 Frosh/Soph6:00 J/V 7:30 Varsity


CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Although every attempt at accuracy is made, not all conflicts are foreseeable; therefore, dates are sub-ject to change. Check the Panther Tale at www.nphs.org for weekly calendar updates. Check link forhighschoolsports.net from www.nphs.org > athletics for the latest information about athletic events.November

1 8:15 a.m. High School Exit Exam - Eng/Lang Arts (11th) Library6:00 p.m. Drumline Rehearsal Panther Stadium6:00 p.m. Wrestling Parents Meeting Cafeteria

Nov/Dec Panther Pursuits posted and mailed2 8:15 a.m. High School Exit Exam - Mathematics (11th) Library

2:15 a.m. Technology Committee Meeting Library Conference Room 6:00 p.m. Marching Band Rehearsal Panther Stadium

3 Pers 4, 5 Term 1, Subterm 1 Finals12:30 p.m. Student Study Team C-1A

4 Pers 2, 3, 1 Term 1, Subterm 1 Finals12/10 ACT Registration DeadlineIB Test Registration Deadline IB Office

5 8:00 a.m. Saturday School B-228:00 a.m. SAT 1 & 2 Thousand Oaks HS

Band Competition Riverside College12:00 p.m. Academic Decathlon Field Trip Getty Museum

7 Term 1, Subterm 2 Begins11:45 a.m. Smoking Cessation Class Library Conference Room

8 Election Day7:00 a.m. Marmonte League Meeting Plug Nickel 6:00 p.m. Drumline Rehearsal M-26:00 p.m. CVUSD Board of Education Meeting District Office

9 7:00 a.m. 11th Grade DATA Field Trip UCSB4:00 p.m. Dance Boosters Meeting College and Career Center6:00 p.m. Marmonte League Winter Coaches Mtg Thousand Oaks HS6:00 p.m. Marching Band Rehearsal Panther Stadium

10 12th Grade DATA Field Trip NBC StudiosT1, ST1 Report Cards Mailed U.S. Postal Service

6:30 p.m. Girls Tennis Awards Cafeteria7:00 p.m. “Murder at the Prom” Performing Arts Center

11 Holiday - Veterans Day7:00 p.m. “Murder at the Prom” Performing Arts Center

12 Marching Band Competition Trabuco Hills9:00 a.m. Boys Basketball Car Wash Gym Parking Lot 1:00 p.m. “Murder at the Prom” Performing Arts Center7:00 p.m. “Murder at the Prom” Performing Arts Center

14 11:45 a.m. Smoking Cessation Class Library Conference Room 7:00 p.m. Baseball Boosters Meeting A-1

15 2:05 p.m. T1, ST2 Permanent Program Day Counselors Office6:00 p.m. Drumline Rehearsal M-27:00 p.m. Parent Faculty Association Meeting Library Conference Room


16 11:45 a.m. Student Congress F-16:00 p.m. Marching Band Rehearsal Panther Stadium

17 12:35 p.m. Student Study Team C-1A2:20 p.m. School-to-Career Committee Meeting College and Career Center

17 7:00 p.m. “Murder at the Prom” Performing Arts Center18 7:00 p.m. “Murder at the Prom” Performing Arts Center 18-20 WBA State Band Championships Lakewood HS19 6:00 a.m. GATE - Adventures in Art School Wide

8:00 a.m. Saturday School D-268:00 a.m. Academic Decathlon Scrimmage Pacifica HS2:00 p.m. Play Performing Arts Center7:30 p.m. Play Performing Arts Center

21 11:45 a.m. Smoking Cessation Class Library Conference Room 22 3:00 p.m. School Site Council Library Conference Room

6:00 p.m. CVUSD Board of Education Meeting District Office6:00 p.m. Drumline Rehearsal M-2

23 Board Holiday - No SchoolPFA Fundraiser Alamo Restaurant

24 Holiday - Thanksgiving 25 Board Holiday - No School28 11:40 a.m. Smoking Cessation Class Library Conference Room

3:00 p.m. Jan/Feb Panther Pursuit articles due Main office 30 UC/CSU Application Deadline

6:00 p.m. Cross Country Awards Program Cafeteria

December

1 11th Grade DATA field Trip CSUCI12:30 p.m. Student Study Team Conference Room A

3 8:00 a.m. Saturday School B-28:00 a.m. SAT 1 & 2 Thousand Oaks HS

Chorus Sings in Candlelight Ceremony Disneyland5 11:45 a.m. Smoking Cessation Class Library Conference Room

7:00 p.m. Umbrella Boosters Meeting Library Conference Room6 7:00 p.m. English Language Advisory Committee Faculty Cafeteria7 9th Grade Writing Assessment English Classes

8:00 a.m. 11th Grade DATA Field Trip Jet Propulsion Lab8 8:00 a.m. ASG Blood Drive Girls’ Activity Room

2:05 p.m. T1, ST2 Mid Report Card Carried Home9 8:00 a.m. Career Choices Fair College and Career Center10 8:30 a.m. Dance Clinic PAC and Activity Room12 11:45 a.m. Smoking Cessation Class Library Conference Room13 7:00 a.m. Marmonte League Meeting Plug Nickel

6:00 p.m. CVUSD Board of Education Meeting District Office14 4:00 p.m. Dance Boosters Meeting College and Career Center 15 12:30 p.m. Student Study Team Conference Room A

2:20 p.m. School-to-Career Committee Meeting College and Career Center17 8:00 a.m. Saturday School B-8 19 11:45 a.m. Smoking Cessation Class Library Conference Room


20 7:00 p.m. Parent Faculty Association Meeting (Tentative) Library Conference Room21 8:15 a.m. PSAT Results Distributed Performing Arts Center

11:40 a.m. Student Congress F-12:20 p.m. Safe Schools Committee Meeting Library Conference Room7:00 p.m. Choral Concert Perfomring Arts Center

22 7:30 p.m. Band Concert Performing Arts Center23 9:40 a.m. Rally Panther Pavilion26-1/6 Winter Recess

January

9 8:00 a.m. Term 2 ASG Applications Available Counseling Office11:45 a.m. Smoking Cessation Class Library Conference Room7:00 p.m. Baseball Boosters Meeting A-1

10 6:00 p.m. CVUSD Board of Education Meeting District Office11 8:30 a.m. Principal’s Coffee Library Conference Room

2:15 p.m. Site Technology Committee Library Conference Room4:00 p.m. Dance Boosters Meeting College and Career Center7:00 p.m. Boys Volleyball Boosters Meeting A-17:00 p.m. DATA Mentors Meeting Library

12 2:05 p.m. T1, ST2 Progress Report Card Carried Home7:30 p.m. Financial Aid Workshop Performing Arts Center

13 8:00 a.m. 11th Grade DATA Field Trip Santa Cruz Islands14 7:00 a.m. Academic Decathlon Competition Pacifica HS

8:00 a.m. Saturday School B-716 Holiday – Martin Luther King, Jr. Day17 7:00 a.m. Marmonte League Meeting Plug Nickel

7:00 p.m. Parent Faculty Association Meeting Library Conference Room18 11:40 a.m. Student Congress F-1

2:20 p.m. Safe Schools Committee Meeting Library Conference Room7:00 p.m. Chorus Concert Performing Arts Center

19 12:30 p.m. Student Study Team Conference Room A2:20 p.m. School-to-Career Committee Meeting College and Career Center

20 2:30 p.m. Term 2 ASG Applications Due Counseling Office21 PFA Fundraiser Alamo Restaurant23 11:45 a.m. Smoking Cessation Class Library Conference Room24 6:00 p.m. CVUSD Board of Education Meeting District Office26 T1, ST 2 Finals – Periods 3, 4, and 527 T1, ST 2 Finals – Periods 2, 1

3:00 p.m. March/April Newsletter Articles Due Counseling Office7:30 p.m. Play (Tentative) TBD

28 8:00 a.m. SAT 1 & 2 Thousand Oaks HS8:00 a.m. Saturday School E-17:30 p.m. Play (Tentative) TBD

30 Pupil Free Day – Teacher Preparation31 Term 2, Subterm 1 Begins

3:00 p.m. School Site Council Library Conference Room


February

1 7:00 p.m. DATA Parent Recruit Night Cafeteria2 12:30 p.m. Student Study Team Conference Room A3 7:00 p.m. ASG Movie Night Performing Arts Center4 7:00 a.m. Academic Decathlon Competition Pacifica HS

7:00 a.m. Neighborhood for Learning Conference School Wide5 2:00 p.m. Academic Decathlon Awards Pacifica HS6 T1, ST2 Final Report Card Mailed Home7 7:00 a.m. Marmonte League Meeting Plug Nickel

8:15 a.m. High School Exit Exam – Eng/Lang Arts (Gr. 12)2:05 p.m. Term 2, Subterm 1 Permanent Program Day6:00 p.m. Spring Coaches Meeting Thousand Oaks HS7:00 p.m. English Language Advisory Committee Faculty Cafeteria

8 8:15 a.m. High School Exit Exam – Mathematics (Gr. 12) 4:00 p.m. Dance Boosters Meeting College and Career Center

9 7:00 p.m. Back-to-School Night 211 ACT

8:00 a.m. Saturday School B-229:30 a.m. Campus Beautification Quad

13 2:15 p.m. Talent Show Tryouts Performing Arts Center7:00 p.m. Umbrella Boosters Library Conference Room7:00 p.m. Baseball Boosters Meeting A-1

14 6:00 p.m. CVUSD Board of Education Meeting District Office15 11:40 a.m. Student Congress F-1

2:20 p.m. Safe Schools Committee Meeting Library Conference Room16 12:30 p.m. Student Study Team Conference Room A

2:20 p.m. School-to-Career Committee Meeting College and Career Center17 Holiday – Lincoln’s Day18 Dance USA Glendale High School19 Music Fundraiser TO Civic Arts Plaza20 Holiday – Washington’s Day21 8:00 a.m. Common Scholarship Applications Available Counseling Office

11:45 a.m. Common Scholarship Application Workshop College and Career Center6:00 p.m. Boys Volleyball Parents Meeting Cafeteria7:00 p.m. Parent Faculty Association Meeting Library Conference Room

22 11:45 a.m. Common Scholarship Application Workshop College and Career CenterPFA Fundraiser Alamo Restaurant

23 11:45 a.m. Common Scholarship Application Workshop College and Career Center24 4/1 SAT 1 & 2 Registration Deadline

11:45 a.m. Common Scholarship Application Workshop College and Career Center25 8:00 a.m. Saturday School D-2627 4:00 p.m. Talent Show Rehearsal Performing Arts Center28 3:00 p.m. School Site Council Library Conference Room

4:00 p.m. Sophomore Counseling Performing Arts Center6:00 p.m. CVUSD Board of Education Meeting District Office


Newbury Park High School

All Parents and guardians are invited to becomemembers of the Scholarship Foundation.

A non-profit organization established in 1979 to makescholarships available to graduating students and to promote

academic achievement at NPHS.

Please complete the information below and return it to theNPHS Office with your membership contribution and/or donation.

Thank you!

If you would like more information or would like to become a member of the Foundation,please contact Richard Intlekofer at NPHS (498-3676) or Katie Hutchings (376-2851).

Scholarship Foundation

We are asking for your supportwith a

$10 tax-deductible membership

Name _____________________________________ Phone _________________

Address ___________________________________________________________

Membership Amount Addtional Donation$10.00 $10 ___ $25 ___ $50 ___ or $ ______

Conejo Valley Unified School District

Newbury Park High School1400 East Janss RoadThousand Oaks, CA 91362

Non-Profit OrganizationU.S. Postage PaidThousand Oaks,CaliforniaPermit No. 307

Pride is a personal commitment.

It is an attitude which separates

excellence from mediocrity.

It is that ingredient which inspires us

not to get ahead of others,

but rather to get ahead of ourselves.

Pride

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