DPHS Community Member,
This is our final week of the 2022-2023 third quarter. There will be no school the following week as we will be on spring break with classes resuming on Monday, March 20.
We want our Panthers to have every minute of instructional time they deserve so this Monday we will begin running random tardy sweeps (please see details below). As we have seen, the school year passes by so quickly already plus we had the impact on instructional momentum from last fall's hurricanes. Therefore, we need to reinforce the importance of our Panthers being seated in class when the bell rings. I thank all of our families for their support with tardies and our Panthers in advance for their on-time efforts this week.
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First annual student success parade highlights (Feb. 23). |
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I hope you will enjoy reading about some of our latest Panther happenings. Have a wonderful week!
DP Panthers—Never Less Than The Best
Jackie Ramsey
Principal
Pictured very and above: On Thursday, Feb. 23 Dr. Phillips held their first annual parade to celebrate student success! All students who achieved state level recognition whether it be in academics, athletics, performing arts or any other school activity were celebrated with the school as a whole watching and celebrating along with our iconic drumline and amazing cheerleaders! Thank you for being representing DP and proving that we are truly, #Neverlessthanthebest!
***All photos courtesy of Mrs. Schellhammer, Yearbook Advisor***
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* This week Dr. Vazquez talks about school counselors and the multiple roles they play in our schools. |
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Mar. 06 Tardy Sweeps (please see below)
Mar. 06: Haitian Student Association meeting after school in room 1148
Mar. 07: Deadline to apply for Orange Technical College
Mar. 07: Water Polo Senior Night - Please come out and cheer on our Panthers vs. West Orange and as we celebrate our seniors! Girls play 3:15 and Boys 4:15, at the Rosen Aquatics Center. Awww DP!
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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
Mar. 13-17: SPRING BREAK
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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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Tardy Sweeps
Tardy Sweeps are starting next week, Monday, 3/6! Be on time to class- random sweeps will occur throughout the day. If you are late during the tardy sweep, you will receive a referral & go to PASS.
Para hispanohablantes: ¡Los barridos de tardanzas comenzarán la próxima semana, el lunes 3/6! Llegue a tiempo a la clase: se realizarán barridos aleatorios durante todo el día. Si llega tarde durante el barrido de tardanzas, recibirá una referencia e irá a PASS.
Para falantes de português: Tardy Sweeps estão começando na próxima semana, segunda-feira, 3/6! Chegue na hora certa - varreduras aleatórias ocorrerão ao longo do dia. Se você se atrasar durante a varredura tardia, receberá uma referência e irá para PASS.
Pou moun ki pale kreyòl ayisyen: Tardy Sweeps ap kòmanse semèn pwochèn, Lendi, 3/6! Fè alè pou w ale nan klas la - balaj o aza pral fèt pandan tout jounen an. Si w an reta pandan bale anreta, w ap resevwa yon referans epi w ap ale nan PASS.
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Early Pick up or Dismissal from School
● Adult/s on emergency contact must physically sign out students with a valid ID.
● The student must still check out through the front office and receive a BLUE pass.
● A student driver with an approved student parking decal may transport siblings with parent written permission.
● Students who are 18 years or older cannot sign themselves out for an appointment and/or illness.
● A student driver will not be allowed to take a friend.
● Students cannot be checked out after 1:45 PM. (M - F) or 12:40 PM (Early Wednesday).
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DECA and FIDM Fashion Club seeks formal attire for the 2022-23 Hidden Boutique:
DECA and the FIDM Fashion Club are preparing for the conversion of "The Pointe" (a school apparel store) to the "Hidden Boutique" (a thrift formal attire shoppe).
For this to be successful we are in need of formal attire donations. Anyone who wishes to contribute to this program may take their formal gear donation including dresses, suits, tuxes, shoes, accessories, make-up samples, nail polish, etc.) to Dr. Phillips Administration Office or Room 2-101. Anyone wishing to donate monetary funds please contact Ms. Laura Doud at laura.doud@ocps.net
Thank you for your support.
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Juniors and seniors needing the English concordant score, please make sure you check your student email for an email from Ms. DeNoon with your ACT testing location for Tuesday, March 7th! 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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Ms. Durney, Reading teacher, pulls a small group for Fluency checks to assess for accuracy and prosody. |
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DP Parents and Seniors,
Cap & Gown portraits are now available to view and purchase through CADY!
Celebrate this special achievement. Click below to order now!
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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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Panther Spotlight
February Teacher of the Month and Staff of the Month
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Thank you for embodying and representing the Panther Way. You guys make our school a better place for staff, students, and community! |
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February Teacher of the Month –
Ms. Conner
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February Teacher of the Month –
Mr. Malhiot
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February Staff of the Month – Ms. Stewart |
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STEM
On February 25th, select members of DP’s Science Olympiad competed in the Regional Science Olympiad Competition at Olympia HS.
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Sophomore Victoria Christoffel and Junior Yting Gao in the Scrambler competition |
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Senior Nina Ballerino and Sophomore Meena Annamalai competing in the Science Olympiad |
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CIS trip to Ybor City in Tampa
Mrs. Fleming's CIS Magnet AP US History students, Mr. Hunt's AP Language students and Ms. Birriel's AP Spanish students enjoy a day at historical YBOR City (Tampa district). Students went on a walking tour and pointed out Cuban and Sicilian influence in architecture, history, and art. The day ended with an amazing lunch at the famous Colombia Restaurant. Thank you Mrs. Fleming for planning a great field trip!
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DP Visual Performing Arts (VPA) |
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Our VPA Visual Arts Faculty had the opportunity to take an amazing group of 33 AP Studio Art and Portfolio Level Art Students to the Orlando Museum of Art for a Portfolio Review Day Event (above). This event is the first of its kind in Orange County Public Schools thanks to our Visual and Performing Arts Leaders at the District Level and United Arts of Central Florida.
At this portfolio review event, students were encouraged to bring portfolio pieces to be reviewed by the adjudication panel of professionals who are professionals in their respective art and design fields. Our students received individual feedback on their portfolios from a jury of visual art and design experts.
While we were visiting The Orlando Museum of Art, we had the chance to view the Peggy Crosby Student Gallery which is currently displaying the OMA Student Exhibition 1 this Spring 2023. We also had two of our AP Art Students with us on the trip whose works were chosen by the Museum Curator to be in this art exhibition! DPHS has a total of 4 student artworks chosen to be in this Special Museum Exhibition during the Spring Semester. Come out to see our students work soon or maybe over spring break!
Congratulations to:
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Nigel Virgil, 12th Grade, Title: "Food Poisoning", Medium: Color Pencils |
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Skyla Gronigan, 12th Grade, Title: "Montezuma’s Cattleheart", Medium: Color Pencils |
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Special Segment
Arts in Our Schools Month
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Arts Education Advocacy is so important to promote in our society and especially in our schools! Every year OCPS celebrates "Arts in Our Schools Month" during March with participating OCPS schools who gather their art students' artworks for the RBELC "Arts in Our Schools Month" Art Exhibition and street light post banners displayed throughout the streets of downtown Orlando. This year our DP Art students have been diligently working on a street light banner design that represents The Lake Eola Fountain and The Orlando Eye painted in the impressionist style inspired by Monet and Degas.
Quoted from: NYCU: School Board Meeting Highlights for Feb. 28, 2023
"Arts in our Schools Month recognized Orange County Public Schools surpasses the state percentage of students enrolled in arts courses. As a result of our commitment to supporting visual and performing arts education, OCPS students participate in local, state, and national performances and exhibitions. During the month of March, a K-12 exhibit will be available to the public at the Ronald Blocker Educational Leadership Center showcasing student artwork from across the district."
Select DP artists will be recognized and have their art on display for the month of March in the "Arts in Our Schools Month" Exhibition in the RBELC (school board building downtown).
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Top Left: Senior Alana Urias, “Cretaceous Fishing”
Top Right: Senior Luana Trajano, “Self Portrait”
Center Left: Freshman Reina Vazquez, “Aruba Turtle”
Center Right: Junior Mike Charitable, “Starvation Elimination”
Bottom Left: Senior Skyla Gronigan, “Animal Skull Still Life”
Bottom Right: Junior Arden Yu, “Wandering Mind”
Back in our January 8th issue we showcased three art students who were finalists in the National PTA’s Reflections Art Contest 2022 and we are proud to announce the results are in!
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Arden Yu’s “Wandering Mind” - Award of Merit - PTA Reflections Art Contest |
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Miguel Uraneta Mendoza - Music - Award of Merit - PTA Reflections Art Contest |
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Fletcher Roedema’s “Picture Perfect”- Award of Excellence - PTA Reflections Art Contest
National PTA has a long-standing commitment to arts education. The Reflections program provides opportunities for recognition and access to the arts which boost student confidence and success in the arts and in life. Each year, over 300,000 students in Pre-K through Grade 12 create original works of art in response to a student-selected theme. This 50+ year-old program helps them explore their own thoughts, feelings and ideas, develop artistic literacy, increase confidence and find a love for learning that will help them become more successful in school and in life. Students submit their completed works of art in one or all of the available arts categories: Dance Choreography, Film Production, Literature, Music Composition, Photography, Visual Arts.
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Counselor Newsletter
March 2023
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Weekly update by Mrs. Ewing, DP College and Career Specialist: |
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Panthers accepted to Valencia this past week! |
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On February 28th, nine seniors attended a Valencia application session and were accepted on the spot! |
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OCPS College & Career YouTube Channel: |
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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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High School Summer Leadership Program (application deadline March 10) |
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UCF College of Medicine Open House (April 20) |
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Advanced Studies Session for Parents (March 23)
The Advanced Studies Department has been hosting Parent Virtual Information Sessions during March to provide parents with valuable information on Advanced Placement and Cambridge programs within OCPS. The next webinar covers the topic of Advanced Placement on Thursday, March 23.
All webinars last one hour in length, from 6 pm-7 pm.
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FREE Valencia Summer Math Academy: |
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How much college grads are earning by major: |
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CAUTION NOTE FOR OUR PANTHERS: While research studies like this Feb. 2023 report from the New York Federal Reserve Bank are interesting, they are not the sole basis for choosing a college major. Other important life-time factors come into play beyond economics such as: 1) What are your priorities?; What are you really interested in?; What are you good at?; How rigorous will the college coursework be?; and even Where do you want to live?
Please remember to take advantage of our College & Career Resource Center while you are still at DP. Here you can find help as you consider your post high school options whether you are planning on attending college, entering the workforce directly, joining a branch of the US military service, or other opportunities.
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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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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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Month of March Parent Academies |
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This Week in Panther Athletics: |
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Beach Volleyball
Beach Volleyball won their season opener game 4-1 against Winter Springs High School. Congrats ladies!
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Girls Basketball - 2022-2023 State Champions
Coach Jones and the Girls Basketball team would like to thank the guidance department for being their biggest fans this season! Thanks to all our teachers, Admins, and staff for supporting them as well! AHHHH DP!!
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Closing image of the week . . . Boys Volleyball: |
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A Boys Volleyball player having some fun before practice. |
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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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DPHS —Never Less Than The Best!
Ms. Ramsey, Principal
Dr. Phillips High School
Sunday, March 5, 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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