Monday, February 27, 2023 |
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DPHS Community Member,
Congratulations to the Girls' Basketball team for winning all of their games throughout the state playoffs and then finishing the 2022-2023 season by winning with the State Championship vs. Winter Haven on Saturday! (Please see the special segment in this issue.) What makes this achievement even more incredible is that our Lady Panthers won the State Championship in 2021-2022 making for back-to-back Championship seasons! Moreover, our Panthers compete in the Class 7A FHSAA division which consists of 96 teams from the largest high schools in the Florida—the third largest state in the USA. This means that they have played against some of the finest high school basketball programs in the nation throughout the season and the playoffs. The level of effort, determination, and coaching it takes to win the State Championship at this high level is remarkable. Way to represent DP and make us proud! |
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Lady Panthers with their Class 7A State Championship trophy Saturday evening in Lakeland after defeating Winter Haven 47-43 (Photo credit: Orlando Sentinel) |
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We have a number of important announcements in this edition to include prom details and 4th quarter exams. For our college bound seniors, the weeks are passing quickly so I hope you have completed your FAFSA paperwork and have been reviewing all forms of financial aid including scholarships. College costs have been increasing at a rate faster than most goods and services (see chart below) so it is essential you do not lose out simply by missing a required deadline.
Thank you for reading about some of our latest Panther success stories and please look for any items that may apply to your student or household. Have a wonderful week!
DP Panthers—Never Less Than The Best
Jackie Ramsey
Principal
Top photo: Lady Panthers Basketball Team- 2022-2023 State of Florida Class 7A Champions!
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*This week, Dr. Vazquez discusses the importance of the new process of opting in for routine student health services. Hear the conversation in Spanish starting at 5 minutes 32 seconds into the video.
Esta semana, la Dra. Vázquez analiza la importancia del nuevo proceso de optar por los servicios de salud estudiantiles de rutina. Escuche la conversación en español a partir de los 5 minutos y 32 segundos del video.
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Feb. 27: Manicure Monday
Feb. 28: Last day for African American Pioneers Essay Contest ($300 1st prize)
Feb. 28: Valencia College visit starting 6th period
Feb. 28: BSU Speaker Series - Dr. Alycia Lafavor - Last guest speaker
Mar. 01: NO EARLY RELEASE (SAT testing across the district)
Mar. 01: Testing for Juniors & Seniors needing English concordant score (below)
Mar. 01: United States Military Academy at West Point admissions event
Mar. 03: Florida enters the Union as the 27th state (March 3, 1845)
Mar. 03: Spirit Friday (win free candy from StuCo - below)
Mar. 03 & 04: Ian Supra Memorial Water Polo Tournament
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Mar. 04: OCPS Parent Academy - College & Career Fair (held at Freedom HS for current sophomores, juniors, and their parents) Mar. 04: Last day for 2023-2024 Student Council applications
Mar. 06: Manicure Monday
Mar. 07: Deadline to apply for Orange Technical College
Mar. 10: Spirit Friday (win free candy from StuCo - below)
Mar. 11: Windermere Fine Art Show (Community service hours opportunity)
Mar. 13: Yearbook price increase
Apr. 01: Prom tickets go on sale (please see details below)
Apr. 08: Spring Fling Dance (Freshmen and Sophomores)
Apr. 15: Prom - Hard Rock Live Orlando at Universal
Apr. 29: OCPS Top Talent Matinee Show, 2:00pm
May. 26: Graduation ceremony at the Amway Center
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DP Partner in Education of the Week:
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March 1 Testing - Juniors and Seniors
ALL juniors and seniors needing the English concordant score, please make sure you check your student email for an email from Ms. DeNoon with your SAT testing location for Wednesday, March 1st! It is EXTREMELY important you arrive to school ON TIME, with #2 pencils, a calculator, and a photo ID for your test!
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New date for Spring Fling (Saturday, April 8): |
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The Sophomore Class is hosting Spring Fling, a dance on April 8th for all eligible Freshman and Sophomores here on campus! Standard dance requirements will apply. Tickets will be going on sale after spring break with physical ticket distribution the week of the dance. For the most up to date information make sure you are following @dphssophomores on Instagram. |
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DP photography class seeking unused cameras: |
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FLORIDA STATE CHAMPIONS!
Class 7A Girls Basketball
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This past weekend the Girls Varsity Basketball team competed at states in Lakeland. They won Friday’s semi-final game against Miami 40-31. The ladies then played against Winter Haven Saturday night for the championship. After being down at the half, the girls pulled out all the stops to win the game 47-43! Congrats to all the players and coaching staff on your back-to-back state championship win! #AwwDP |
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2022-2023 CLASS 7A STATE CHAMPIONS! |
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Back-to-back FHSAA state champion Dr. Phillips has won 50 of 52 girls basketball games since last season! |
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In addition to their very impressive run at States, Coach Jones has been named the Coach of the Year for 7A-District 11 for the second year in a row. Thanks for all your hard work Coach Jones!
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Junior Trinity Turner has been named player of the year for 7A-District 11. |
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Excerpt from the J.C. Carnahan article:
Defending girls basketball state champion Dr. Phillips overcame early turnovers and foul trouble Friday afternoon in Lakeland to ensure a return to the Florida High School Athletic Association Class 7A state-title game.
DP held off Miami High (23-6) for a 40-31 win in what was a rematch of last year’s state final.
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Excerpt from the J.C. Carnahan article:
Dr. Phillips did it the hard way Saturday night in Lakeland while repeating as Florida High School Athletic Association girls basketball state champions.
The Panthers (30-1) rallied from a 14-point deficit in the second half and came away with a wild 47-43 win vs. Winter Haven (24-5) in the Class 7A final at RP Funding Center.
DP trailed 25-11 with 5:36 left in the third quarter after shooting just 17% from the floor in the first half.
“I kept telling them, ‘It doesn’t matter what it says on the scoreboard because we’re still going to win’,” Dr. Phillips coach Anthony Jones said. “You can ask any of our players. I don’t care if we’re down 20. I believe we’re always going to win. Our players can persevere through anything because we work hard for everything.”
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African America Pioneers essay contest opportunity ends Tuesday: |
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Panther BHM artwork on display at the Ronald Blocker Educational Leadership Center (lobby of the School Board building): |
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Art students from Dr. Phillips currently have their art featured in the RBELC this month for Black History Month Exhibition! See below for their pieces, and congratulations to these students! |
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Student: Heidi Jean
Grade: 9
Title: “American Singer, Solana Imani Rowe”
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Student: Alexandra Adrien
Grade: 12
Title: “Cultural Braiding Styles”
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Student: Samantha Leonard
Grade: 12
Title: “what is this feeling” – 3 connected portraits
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Student: Samantha Leonard
Grade: 12
Title: “what they say I look like” – tied braids on screaming portrait
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BSU Speaker Series
Please come out and join us for our last Black History Month series speaker!
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Ms. Birriel and all of Dr. Phillips are huge fans of Johnny Magic from the famous radio morning show: Johnny’s House 106.7. Johnny Magic spoke during the Black Student Union’s Speaker series on February 10th. |
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CIS students Estephanie Geffard, Michelle Megnauth, and Abby Frankenberry visited Lakeview Middle School's Magnet students to talk to them about all the opportunities available through the program. |
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Ms. Birriel wants to recognize the Spanish Honors Society Officers (Meliany Meléndez, Veronica Lopez, Vivian Marin, Israel Ostos, Maya Morillo, Joy Wilson, Ambika Chottani) for such a beautiful event for Valentine’s Day called: “Corazoncitos” Free hearts with messages to choose in Spanish and English for students to send to friends on Valentine's. |
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On February 18th, Dr. Phillips Speech and Debate took a contingent of debaters to Lake Brantley High School to compete in a tournament. Of that contingent, we have the following debaters whom place and whom we are tremendously proud in:
* Avery Kaak taking 2nd in Lincoln Douglas debate
* The team of Ambika Chottani and Cyris Lim placed 3rd in Public Forum debate
** On a separate note and in sync with the school recognizing qualifiers to the state championship, the team would like to recognize the accomplishment of Hannah Horne in qualifying for the Varsity State Championship to be hosted at Dr. Phillips High School.
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Hannah Horne; photo used from previous competition |
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Left to right: Elijah Mosqueda, Tristan Voss, Cyris Lim, Ambika Chottani (not pictured: Avery Kaak, Belinda Rodriguez, Larry Weathers) |
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DP guidance counselors, alumni, and former staff attend the Discover Rollins Breakfast. Local community members were invited to hear about what Rollins College has to offer all students in an effort to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion at their institution.
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From Mrs. Ewing, the College and Career Specialist:
Seniors!!
Valencia on campus next Tuesday:
Valencia will be back on campus Tuesday, Feb. 28 starting 6th period to help students complete the Valencia application for students planning on attending Valencia next year. Please note, this session is NOT for students currently enrolled in the Valencia Dual Enrollment program (no application is necessary for these students). If you are interested in attending this session and having Valencia PAY your application fee, then sign up below!!
https://forms.gle/zZz4SL3xg19y33bj8
Test Scores and Student-Athletes:
As of January 2023, standardized test scores are not required for all student-athletes who initially enroll full time on or after August 1, 2023. During the 2023 NCAA Convention, Divisions I and II adopted legislation to remove standardized test scores for these students. For more information visit: on.ncaa.com/TestScores
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Girls and Boys State:
- Are you a current junior who is interested in a career in politics?
- Do you have a 3.0 unweighted GPA?
- Will you be in Florida in June?
If so, stop my Ms. Allen’s office in Guidance during your lunch period to retrieve a Girls/Boys State application
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United States Military Academy at West Point admissions event (March 1): |
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UCF College of Medicine Open House (April 20) |
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Advanced Studies Sessions for Parents (Cambridge, March 2)
The Advanced Studies Department will be hosting Parent Virtual Information Sessions during March to provide parents with valuable information on Advanced Placement and Cambridge programs within OCPS.
All webinars will last one hour in length, from 6 pm-7 pm. See below for the schedule and links to join.
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OCPS College & Career Fair for Sophomores, Juniors, and Parents (March 4): |
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FAMU Spring Review - Bus Trip (March 25): |
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Sophomores & Juniors:
The deadline to apply for Orange Technical College is March 7th.
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Another reason why it is important to get your FAFSA paperwork completed now and to take advantage of all scholarship opportunities: Persistent and higher than normal inflation for college related costs.
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Looking for help in one of your core classes? See below for a list of tutoring opportunities! |
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AP students! Looking for tutoring specifically for your classes? See below for dates and times! |
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Manicure Monday
Do you need community service hours for Bright Futures? Manicure Monday is on every Monday after school from 2:30-3:30. Head to room 3-112 to help clean up the different areas around campus. You will receive one hour every day that you go. Make sure to submit a proposal to your guidance counselor first, and to bring your community service log form. We hope to see you there!
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Student Council Applications: Now OPEN!
Hey Panthers, are you interested in joining Student Council and making an impact on our school and surrounding community? Apply today using the link below Applications are open now until Saturday, March 4th at 11:59pm. No late applications will be accepted, so make sure to start working on them now! https://forms.gle/xyELHt7qVzW4qnJg9
Spirit Shirt Friday Prizes
Join us for our weekly Spirit Shirt Friday to win free candy during lunch! Dress out in any school merch or accessories to receive your prize and be featured on our Instagram. We look forward to seeing your DP pride!
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This Week in Panther Athletics: |
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Girls tennis team after beating Wekiva 6-1 on February 15th. |
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Tennis team after the match vs. Edgewater on February 13th. Boys team won 4-2. |
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SPRING SPORTS
For all futures updates concerning DP Athletics, please monitor our Instagram, twitter and our athletic website for all updates.
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Florida statehood: March 3, 1845 (27th state)
Happy 178th Birthday Florida!
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DPHS —Never Less Than The Best!
Ms. Ramsey, Principal
Dr. Phillips High School
Sunday, February 26, 2023
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Dr. Phillips High School
6500 Turkey Lake Road,
Orlando, FL 32819
Phone 407-355-3200
Fax 407-355-3288
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