La Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica hosted our traditional “Corazoncitos” event for Valentine’s Day. We want to thank the members who helped out and participated. Special shout out to: Mr. Ortíz, Mr. Marín and Mrs. Blair! | |
Monday, February 24, 2025 | | |
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Hello Mark,
This is the last week before our 9th and 10th grade students take the third and final Florida Assessment of Student Thinking (F.A.S.T.) Progress Monitoring Assessment (PM3) which runs March 3-5. PM3 provides a summative score at the end of the year to measure student mastery of the grade-level content standards as set out by the Florida Department of Education. As a reminder for our parents, results for F.A.S.T. assessments are reported in the Florida Reporting System within 24 hours of the students completing testing. DP parents will be able to quickly view their student's PM3 results through the Florida Reporting System available in the FAST portal - Instructions. If you have a freshman or sophomore in attendance this year, please be sure they are on-time for school March 3-5 following a good night's rest.
As we approach our annual spring testing period (schedule below), I want to thank all of our teachers and members of the leadership team for their efforts since school began last August 12th. They have made a huge effort all year focusing on instruction. With added support from our parents/guardians at home, it is these dedicated teachers and leaders who make the difference preparing our Panthers for assessment by making sure they have been learning all along. The community should know that the teachers arrive on campus every morning prepared to make sure each of our students obtains a quality education during their time at DP.
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Congratulations to our Lady Panthers Basketball team on their 74-41 defeat of Centennial High School last Friday evening as they have now earned a spot in the Final 4 round of this year's State Championship playoff series. They will play Miami-Dade County's Doral Academy Preparatory School (21-7) March 7 in Lakeland in the state semifinals.
Speaking of Panther sports, the weather forecast for this week looks to be pretty favorable over most days. Be sure to review the Panthers' schedule if you would like to get out for a little quality family time while enjoying some competitive games. We have an outstanding athletics department and this is a great time of year to take in some of the action!
Thank you for reading.
DP Panthers—Never Less Than The Best
Principal, Jackie Ramsey
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Additonal La Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica “Corazoncitos” highlights as featured at the top of this issue: | |
Ms. Birriel, Mr. Marin and Dr. Hernandez | |
Mr. Ortiz, Ms. Birriel and Dr. Hernandez with La Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica students Luzanny Dumith, Carla Rojas and Ambika Chottani | |
Ms. Blair with Ambika Chottani- president of La Sociedad Honoraria Hispanica | |
More Than Drinks: A Feast Awaits! 🍹🍔🍰 Discover a world of culinary delights at Harmony Tea Shoppe. From refreshing drinks to scrumptious food and delectable desserts, we've got it all. Instagram | |
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Feb. 22: (Saturday) - School Bus Driver Appreciation Day
Feb. 24-26: Yearbook Open House in the Yearbook Room 1-121, VPA Hallway, during lunches
Feb. 24-28: Black History Month activities continue this week
Feb. 24: Community Care Night at the Sand Lake Road Chick-fil-A
Feb. 25: Tidy Tuesday (earns volunteer hours)
Feb. 25: DP Cheerleading Parent and Athlete Interest Meeting, 7:00pm, Media Center
Feb. 27: 2025 OTC Program Fair (OTC - South Campus)
Feb. 28: Sadie Hawkins Dance, 8-11pm in the gym
Mar. 3-5: TESTING - PM3
Mar. 06: SAT Day - Juniors
Mar. 07: Girls Basketball State Semi Finals - RP Funding Center in Lakeland
Mar. 08: Girls Basketball State Finals - RP Funding Center in Lakeland
Mar. 08: ESE Transitions Fair at Colonial HS
Apr. 25: Grad Bash at Universal
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Sadie Hawkins Dance Guest and Ticket Information (Feb. 28)
● The Sadie Hawkins dance will be Friday, February 28 from 8-11 in the Gym here at DPHS, right after the BHM Showcase.
● The winning theme is Teen Beach movie (Surfers vs Bikers)
● DPHS students wanting to bring guests that attend other schools must complete a guest application
● Once your guest is approved, you can purchase your tickets (for you and your guest) on School Pay: https://tinyurl.com/BuySadieHawkinstixDPHS25
● Want to meet new people, single tickets can be purchased on School Pay: https://tinyurl.com/DPHSSingleatSadieHawkins25
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Black History Month Art Contest | | |
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"Congrats to all our students who participated in the CTA Black History Month art contest! Congrats also to the winners who created such amazing and creative works inspired by the contributions of Black people throughout our American history. We’re excited to share the results HERE. Congrats also to these students’ art teachers. Your dedication to their creative growth is clear!" ~ Orange Classroom Teachers Association
Congratulations to DP seniors Fabian Boykin and Mia Heredia for having their artwork featured. Mia won 1st place and Fabian won 2nd place. Amazing job to both of them!
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Above and below: Assistant Principal McDonald conducts data chats with Ms. Silber’s ninth grade ELA class | |
February 18, 2025 10th Grade Facilitated Planning in preparation for PM3 next month. | |
The CIS magnet program at DPHS collaborated with the robotics team to enter Lockheed Martin’s annual E-week competition. Four mentors from Lockeed Martin work with the team weekly. Thanks to Ms. Davila and students Alex Valdez, Kyan Khong, and their classmates for their hard work. | |
CIS Takes Over St. Augustine | | |
On Wednesday, February 5, CIS juniors traveled to St. Augustine. Students explored the city’s history through an interactive scavenger hunt, Old City trolley tour, and a tour of the Castillo de San Marcos National Monument. Through this experience, students experienced the principles of CIS first-hand through their exploration of history, leadership, and unity. Additionally, students got an up-close look at topics they have been studying in U.S. History, and many were even able to extend our World Banquet experience through their exploration of cuisines from different cultures. | |
Nearby pictures: CIS juniors during their tour of St. Augustine's Castillo de San Marcos National Monument. | |
Student Artwork on Public Display | | |
Please join us in congratulating Camila Rivera-Rodriguez whose artwork has been accepted into the 2025 OMA Peggy Crosby Student Gallery Exhibition 1. This is such an honor for one of our Panthers to have her artwork displayed in an Art Museum!!! Two of Camila's AP Portfolio Artworks have been selected for the first Orlando Museum of Art - OCPS + OMA Peggy Crosby Student Gallery of 2025. The student work will be on display from January 21- March 30, 2025. | |
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Camila’s “Many Faces”
Art Show Information: PEGGY CROSBY STUDENT GALLERY
Each year, the Peggy Crosby Student Gallery exhibits the best work from young artists’ artwork from Seminole County Public Schools, Orange County Public Schools and The School District of Osceola; as well as a special collection of artwork from our very own Summer Art Programs. The Peggy Crosby Student Gallery is free to the public and open during museum hours.
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Join the 2025-26 Yearbook Staff | | |
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As you consider your courses for next school year, keep joining the Yearbook Staff in mind! This is not your average elective class... Journalistic writing, digital photography, graphic design, and business management are all skills you can grow on the DPHS Yearbook Staff. There’s a place for EVERYONE on the Yearbook Staff - as long as you’re not afraid of a little hard work. The best thing, though, is getting to see the payoff of all your effort and energy when the yearbook arrives. Working on the Yearbook Staff not only looks good on your college or career applications but also gives you an incredible chance to express yourself verbally and visually. If you are interested in working on a 350-page group project that the whole school and community get to see, consider applying to join! Please complete and submit all components of this application by Friday, March 28th!
Want to find out what being on the Yearbook Staff is like? Come to our *Yearbook Open House* (in the Yearbook Room 1-121 in the VPA Hallway during your lunch on February 24th, 25th, and 26th) to chat with our current staffers, check out our camera and design equipment, and tour the Yearbook Room.
Information on our Instagram @drphillipsybk
Application Link here: tinyurl.com/ybkapp25
Click here for additional info and FAQs about what it's like to be on the Yearbook Staff: https://tinyurl.com/dp-ybk-info
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* Presented by Student Council | |
This week in Panther sports: | |
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Girls Basketball in the FINAL 4!
Orlando Sentinel (Feb. 22) - Ocoee, Dr. Phillips, CFCA earn FHSAA girls basketball state tourney berths by Jean Racine and Chris Martucci
FHSAA Class 7A Final 4 Brackets
DP dominates
Dr. Phillips’ quest for a historic four consecutive Class 7A state championships stayed alive in dominating fashion in Friday’s Region 2 championship game. The Panthers defeated Centennial 74-41 to secure their place in the state semifinals.
Five DP players put up double-digit scoring, led by senior Anilys Rolon’s 14 points, as the team awoke from a first-quarter slump to leave no doubt about the outcome. Dr. Phillips (19-9) went into halftime leading 36-20.
“We prepare for the higher stage, and that’s what helps us get through all the adversity and the tough games we may have,” said Dr. Phillips head coach Anthony Jones, referencing his team’s difficult regular-season schedule. “I like this year’s team. They’re very talented, they’re unselfish, and they move the ball around. It doesn’t matter who’s the star.”
Junior guard Kendall Perry scored 13 points. Senior forwards Elise Horne (12 points) and Sariah Johnson (10) added to the offensive output, as did junior guard Jamila Ray, who finished with 10 points and made major contributions with defense and rebounding that helped the Lady Panthers wear Centennial (18-9) down as the game went on.
Ray spent most of the 2023-24 season on the bench after tearing her ACL.
The Panthers carry a 27-game winning streak into their March 7 semifinal in Lakeland.
FHSAA power rankings had Dr. Phillips No. 3, Ocoee No. 4 and Timber Creek No. 5 going into district-tournament play. Winter Haven was No. 1 and Doral Academy No. 2.
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Cheerleading Interest Meeting: | |
College and Career Center | | |
On Friday, February 14th, seniors celebrated Valentine’s Day by listening to a representative from Valencia and many were accepted during the session! | |
ESE Transition Fair (March 8): | |
Lockheed Martin Annual STEM Competitions: | |
Check out the information available through the College and Career Corner: | |
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FEB. 28 SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINES:
Seniors! Continue to check the scholarship spreadsheet + your student email for scholarship opportunities!
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* Please remember that due to being a fire and trip hazard, blankets are not allowed on school campus. A staff member will first give a warning to put away and not to bring back. If the student refuses, the blanket will be stored in building 700 (Discipline Office) for students to pick up after school.
* Per OCPS: Delivery of food or beverages from off campus to students is not allowed during the school day. This includes food delivery from services such as Uber Eats or DoorDash. All students are able to eat free lunch and breakfast in our cafeteria every single day. After-school meals are also available for students who attend after-school programs. Parents/Guardians are not to bring food or drop off to students, unless documented as a dietary restriction or medical condition. Please reach out to drphillips_hs@ocps.net with any questions or concerns. https://drphillipshs.ocps.net/school_information/food_services
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* Students who arrive after 7:20am will come through the front office (not the gate) and receive a green late pass to 1st period.
* Students, please remember that you are not allowed to leave your classroom in the first or last 10 minutes of every class period.
* Students, your job here at school is to attend class and succeed in your studies and extracurriculars. Please make sure you are arriving to ALL of your classes on time and are attending each of your classes throughout the day, every day. Poor attendance, skipping, and tardiness can and will have a negative impact on your grade. If you are absent for a doctor's visit or anything else that warrants an excused absence, please make sure to submit a signed note to the front attendance office as soon as possible once you return to school.
If you have 5 unexcused absences in a calendar month or 10 in 90 days you are considered truant and can lead to school and legal consequences (driver license revoked for example).
* Panther Parents and student drivers, please remember that there is only ONE (1) lane to turn right into the student parking lot and student drop off lanes. Please do not cut off other cars or attempt to turn right from the center lane. This not only can cause an accident but endangers yourself, the other drivers around you and anyone walking in the immediate area. As a reminder, you should also NEVER be dropping your students off ON Turkey Lake Road. This is extremely dangerous, especially in the dark mornings and could cause you or your student to be harmed if other cars do not anticipate your stop or see your student. The only place your student can be dropped off is in the drop off lane on DPHS campus. Remember, arriving early means your student can be dropped off quicker and safer. Please plan accordingly!
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DPHS —Never Less Than The Best!
Ms. Ramsey, Principal
Dr. Phillips High School
Sunday, Feb. 23, 2025
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6500 Turkey Lake Road,
Orlando, FL 32819
Phone 407-355-3200
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