tarpon springs high school newsletter
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February 2016TRANSCRIPT
FEBRUARY • ISSUE 2
TARPON SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL
MRS. FATOLITIS, [email protected]
A Note from the Principal
Hello TSHS Spongers!!
Second semester is off to a great start. We are all busy preparing for upcoming course registration for the 2016/17 school year and state testing. Our focus will be on student achievement and accountability. In addition, we will be introducing all student in grades 9 – 11 to the Khan Academy online resource to assist with SAT preparation in addition to the Future Plans Career Assessment for all 10th and 11th grade students. Please mark your calendars for Summer Bridge – June 20th – July 14th.
Any student interested in taking an Advanced Placement course is encouraged to speak with their counselor during the next few weeks of course registration.
Continue to refer to tarponweb.org for activities and events throughout the school year. We are very proud of all our students. Thank you for all your hard work and efforts!
Thanks,
Tarpon Springs High School1411 Gulf RoadTarpon Springs, FL 34689727-943-4900
Mission:Our Mission is to prepare every student to be a productive citizen and provide them the skills necessary to be successful in life.
Vision: The vision of Tarpon Springs is 100% of students will attain the skills necessary for success in college, career or the job of their choice.
AdministrationLeza FatolitisPrincipalShelby NoblePrincipal’s SecretaryScott DecaturAssistant Principal of Curriculum 12th grade AdministratorNicole GalluciAssistant Principal of 11th gradeMonica TalleyAssistant Principal of 9th grade and AthleticsPortia SlaughterAssistant Principal of Facilities and 10th grade Administrator
School Board MembersLinda Lerner – ChairpersonPeggy L. O’Shea – Vice ChairpersonCarol J. CookJanet R. ClarkRene FlowersTerry KrassnerDr. Ken PelusoMichael A Grego, Ed.D., SuperintendentWard Kennedy, Area 1, Superintendent
2 Culinary NewsWe are proud to announce that our culinary teams competed in the 16th Annual ProStart Culinary Competition in Orlando. Please congratulate all of our students for their hard work, dedication to their craft, and accomplishments. • Alexis Cote - 1st Place Edible Centerpiece • Kayla Forde, Katelyn Miller, Kiley Buckley, and Atila Wright-Isguzar - Award for
Most creative Marketing in the Management Competition
2016 Tarpon Springs HS Prostart Team Members included:Culinary Team - Jay Marshall, Jonathan Conrad, Zack Thompson, and Bobby KarterouliotisManagement Team - Kayla Ford, Katelyn Miller, Kiley Buckley, Atila Wright-IsguzarWaiter Relay - Demi Voutsinas, Desiree Donno, Robert WrightEdible Centerpiece - Alexis Cote
Thank you,Chefs Ryan, De Vincenzo and Pesce
Alexis Cote: 1st Place Edible Centerpiece at State ProStart Competition in Orlando- Feb. 2016
Congratulations to the Culinary Academy for receiving the Academy of Distinction through the Education Foundation!
4 Sponger Pride Clothing Outpost NewsThe Sponger Pride Clothing Outpost opened this school year for the purpose of making dress code approved attire available to our students in need. The following items are currently available at no cost to students:
• Outerwear – Jackets / Sweaters / Sweatshirts• T-Shirts - Long & Short Sleeve• Polo-style Shirts / Dress Shirts• Pants / Shorts / Jeans • Dresses / Skirts / Tops
The Outpost also has over 100 formal dresses available for use during this upcoming prom season. It’s not too early to start thinking about what to wear. The money saved by not purchasing a new dress can help pay for tickets, dinner, or a fabulous up-do! A special thank you to Royal Cleaners in Palm Harbor for donating dress covers to keep the dresses and gowns neat and clean.
Students may visit the CLOTHING OUTPOST by appointment to select new or gently used clothing at no cost. Please see Ms. Hoag in building 6.
Art Award For Art Student And Her Teacher, Mrs. Marmorale!Congratulations to Allison Miller whose photo titled “Where are you?” was awarded an honorable mention in the National Scholastic Art Awards and also received a Temple Bethel Award for New and Emerging Artist! Mrs. Marmorales, her teacher, will be the recipient of a $200.00 award to be used in the art program.
Art Awards! Congratulations to Summer Kelley grade 11 whose sculpture received a Gold key in the National Scholastic Art Competition. Summer also received an honorable mention in the St Pete art show at the Morean Art center with her drawing and essay.
Congratulations to Katie Kosharek who received an honorable Mention in the National Scholastic art show for her scratchboard drawing.
Tarpon Springs High School Business Electives 2016-17• Do you want to earn while you
learn?
• Acquire job and career advancement skills?
• Learn in a hands-on environment?
• Have an opportunity for long term employment?
• Leave school early??
If you’ve said yes to any of these, then you want Business and Entrepreneurial Principals. Spots are filling up fast! Applicants need to have Computers for Colleges and Careers (CCC). Any questions see your counselor or Mr. D in Rm 2201 or email [email protected]
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The National Band Association (NBA) recently awarded the Tarpon Springs Leadership Conservatory for the Arts the 2016 National NBA Programs of Excellence Blue Ribbon Award. The Conservatory was recognized in Chicago at the Mid-West National Band and Orchestra Conference. The Tarpon Springs Leadership Conservatory was the only high school in the United States selected for this honor.
The National Band Association recognizes outstanding bands in the United States with this award. Their Programs of Excellence Blue Ribbon Award is part of the association’s initiative to honor bands across the nation that challenge students and promote standards of excellence. To be eligible for a Blue Ribbon Award, bands must submit multiple recordings, videos, documentation of success in performing arts
festivals and recommendations from prominent music educators. The data is then reviewed by a state chairman, a division committee and a national panel of prominent collegiate music educators. Bands chosen for this prestigious award must demonstrate a history of excellence in their program.
Conservatory Magnet Director Kevin Ford stated, “This recognition signifies what can be achieved when we work together towards attaining excellence in every aspect of our lives. We would to thank our staff, students, parents, alumni, and administrators for their contributions to our legacy of excellence, which resulted in this achievement.
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SoftballThe 2016 Sponger Softball team is primed and ready for a school history making season. Coming off a 2015 season that saw the program reach the regional semi-finals for the first time, while only losing 2 starters to graduation, it is obvious that hopes are high for another successful season.
Returning to the program are: Senior, Julie Allen; Juniors, Emily Merino and Morgan Mills, Sophomores, Devyn Howard, Hunter Ruch, and Jenna Wojnar.
Not foreseen last year was the possibility of a large freshman class in 2016. Joining an already talented returning group are eight equally talented newcomers to the program, more than doubling the talent base of Sponger softball for years to come.
New to the program are: Junior, Cardaejia Talley; Freshmen, Cyenna Dziadik, Kaitlyn Farrar, Kelsi Jeffries, Cameryn Maga, Gabrielle Renner, Anna Saglimbeni, Mackenzie Smith, and Erin Watson.
Sponger Softball has already begun this season with 3 quality wins. In preseason action, the team defeated Pasco county power Mitchell HS 4-2, and then beat Northside Christian 14-2. The regular season opened on the road at Northeast HS where the Spongers rallied late in the game to take a 12-3 win. They will open district play at Boca Ciega on Feb. 9th. The home opener will be against rival East Lake on Feb. 18th. Come show your support of a team that is primed to achieve greatness for the Sponger Athletic Program. The team’s progress can be followed online through Twitter, Maxpreps, and C2Cschools. @Spongersoftball
Tarpon Spongers Sports
Jerome Fowler Recognized By The FHSAAJerome Fowler was recognized by the FHSAA for his exceptional sportsmanship during a recent basketball game. During a contest against Bradenton Southeast HS, Jerome was praised for his exceptional sportsmanship throughout the contest. Whether he was helping up opponents or teammates, assisting the referee find his whistle, or providing water to officials, Jerome exceeded ordinary expectations of a student-athlete. Coach Woodka and the Spongers have a winner in Jerome Fowler!
“We just can’t hide our Sponger Pride!”
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Super Bowl 50 Celebration featuring Ted Watts, Mayor David Archie and Kipp Vickers. Not pictured Mike Gruttadauria. These men were honored as Super Bowl participants by the NFL. We are proud of the Tarpon Springs HS graduates! Go Spongers!