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LAKE BRANTLEY HIGH SCHOOL • NOVEMBER 2012

PRINCIPALMary Williams

ASSISTANT PRINCIPALSDeirdre Garnes

Curtis NashJoe Trybus

Jessica WebbNicole Wysong

DEANSBrian ShaferJesse Walker

ATHLETIC DIRECTORJerri Kelly

Lake Brantley High School

991 Sand Lake RoadAltamonte Springs,

Florida 32714407.746.3450

www.lakebrantley.com

PATRIOT PARADE NEWSLETTER

PTSA CONTACTSandra Von Eschenbach

sanjj@aol.com

To download a pdf version of this newsletter, go to www.academypublishing.com/schools/lakebrantley/lakebrantley.php

The scheduling process for 2013-2014 is quickly approaching! In order to make this a smooth process for parents and students, please note the following information:

1. Talk with your students about selecting the right courses for their needs. Together, teachers and parents can guide students to make the right choices.

2. Discuss the option of taking higher-level courses. LBHS offers a variety of honors and advanced placement courses in all academic subject areas. There is nothing that prepares a child better for college coursework than the challenge of higher-level courses. Teacher signature will be required for all academic classes.

3. In order to create balanced classes, allocate teachers to their areas of certification, and meet class size requirements, we must have all schedule cards turned in on time. Please encourage your child to follow the procedures as we work through this very important process.

Registration DatesJanuary 24: Lake Brantley Counselors to visit Teague 8th gradeJanuary 29: Lake Brantley Counselors to visit Rock Lake 8th gradeFebruary 6: 8th grade Parent Night/AP Potential Night (6-8 pm)February 11-15: Lake Brantley Registration Week

scheduling information2013-2014

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Important Dates

Nov. 8 ................. Veterans’ Day Program presented by JROTC

Nov. 8-10 .......................................................Drama Fall Show:

..................................25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

Nov. 12-16 ........................................American Education Week

..................................................... No Texting and Driving Week

Nov. 13 ...................................................Veterans’ Day Concert

.................................................. Teach-In (selected classrooms)

Nov. 15 .................................................................... Blood Drive

Nov. 21-23 ................................................................ No School

Nov. 27 ..................................................... PTSA Meeting (6 pm)

Nov. 29 ................... 40th Anniversary Celebration Performance

....................................................... by the LBHS Chorale (7 pm)

Nov. 30 ...................Arts Alive! at The Westin Hotel, Lake Mary

Dec. 3-4 ................Biology End of Course Exam (EOC) Retakes

Dec.4-6 ..............................Bright Futures Registration (seniors)

Dec. 5-7 ............. Algebra I End of Course Exam (EOC) Retakes

Dec. 6-7 ...................................Band’s Patriot Showcase (7 pm)

Dec.12-13 .........Geometry End of Course Exam (EOC) Retakes

Dec. 13-14 ...................................................Dance Show (7 pm)

Dec. 19-21 ........................Early Dismissal for Students (Exams)

Dec. 21 .................................. End of 2nd quarter/1st semester

Dec. 24-Jan. 4 ...................................No School—Winter Break

Jan. 7-8 ....................................................... Teacher Workdays

Jan. 9 .................................... Start of 3rd quarter/2nd semester

Jan. 21 ....................................................................... No School

Jan. 22 ...................................................... PTSA Meeting (6 pm)

Jan. 24 ............................................... Financial Aid Night (7 pm)

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Feb. 11-15 ...........................Course Registration for 2013-2014

Feb. 18 ...................................................................... No School

Feb. 19 ..................................................... PTSA Meeting (6 pm)

Feb. 28 .... Symphonic Bands performances (7 pm, auditorium)

Mar. 7-10 ............................................................Spring Carnival

Mar. 19 ..................................................... PTSA Meeting (6 pm)

Mar. 21 ..........................................................End of 3rd quarter

Mar. 22 ...........................................................Teacher Workday

Mar. 25-29 .........................................No School—Spring Break

Apr. 1 ............................................................Start of 4th quarter

Apr. 16 ...................................................... PTSA Meeting (6 pm)

May 11 .......................................................Principal’s Fund Run

May 24, 28-29 ...Early Dismissal for 9th-11th Students (Exams)

May 29 ............................ End of 4th quarter/Last day of school

.......................................................Tentative: Graduation (9 am)

Semester 1 Remaining Make-Up Time DatesStudents who wish to make-up only one class must serve from 8:30 am-9:30 am. Students who wish to make- up two classes must serve from 8:30 am-10:30 am. Students who wish to make up three classes must serve from 8:30 am-11:30 am. Questions regarding make-up time may be directed to the attendance office or the student’s building office.

November 3 • November 10 • November 17 • December 1

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Speak Out HotlineStudents can anonymously report concerns about school and student safety to the Speak Out Hotline. There are three ways to make a report:

http://www.speakouthotline.org/1-800-423-TIPSText SPEAKOUT and your tip to 274637

Residency GuidelinesWithin 30 days of moving, the Records Office will need the following information:

• If you rent/lease, we will need the complete lease, current electric bill and a copy of the parent/guardian driver’s license with the new address.

• If you have purchased the residence, we will need the warranty deed (you receive this in your papers at closing) or declaration of homestead exemption along with a current electric bill and a copy of the parent/guardian driver’s license with the new address.

• If you are a family living with another family, you need to fill out and submit a special form at Lake Brantley High School along with necessary documents.

• If your lease has expired, we will need the renewed lease along with a copy of a current electric bill.

All seniors are still required to reside in our district and under no circumstances can you be a resident of another county and go to or graduate from Lake Brantley High School. Also, if you change phone number(s), please notify us of the correct phone number(s). Failure to provide required residency verification and/or falsification of residency information could result in a student being withdrawn from Lake Brantley. Any questions regarding residency, to report a student not living in our district, or to report new phone numbers, please call 407-746-3450.

MATH TUTORINGMu Alpha Theta, the math club, will offer free peer math tutoring in the media center. Tutoring will be available on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 2:30 until 3pm.

link crew

The Patriot Freshmen Connection

DO YOU NEED HELP WITH YOUR SPANISH?Come to Cultura HispanaSpanish Club Study Hall Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2:30 – 3:30, Portable 13Bring your work and a positive attitude!

Link Crew Tutoring Is Back!Parents, please have your freshman student take advantage of our Link Crew Tutoring Program after school on Tuesdays and Thursdays. It is held in the Media Center from 2:30-3:30 p.m. It is a great way to hone those study skills and get that little bit of extra help needed for success!

Freshmen EventsWe hope your 9th graders took advantage of the special events that the Link Crew Leadership Team planned and executed.

• On Homecoming Friday, 10/12, they hosted the Carnival Game Water Balloon Toss! Perfect for a hot “fall day”!

• Movie Night on November 7th features “Hunger Games”

Best wishes to all our freshmen for a successful end to their first semester in high school. Study hard for finals and have a great holiday break!

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Counselor Corner

Test dates: 2012-2013

Junior Class VisitsCounselors will be visiting the American History classes in January to discuss graduation and preparation for college. Those students who are not enrolled in an American History class will be contacted by their school counselor and given the information.

Financial Aid NightInformation on financial aid for college will take place at Lake Brantley on January 24, 2013 at 7 pm. Our guest speaker will be the director of financial aid from a local college. If you have any questions concerning the FAFSA will be answered at this presentation.

Bright Futures RegistrationRegistration for the Bright Futures scholarship will take place in the Lake Brantley Media Center on December 4, 5, 6. Eligible seniors will receive a pass with the date and time to report to the media center. Counselors will facilitate this process to answer any questions.

SAT & ACT Test DatesSAT Dates: 12/1, 1/26, 3/9, 5/4, 6/1ACT Dates: 12/8, 2/9, 4/13, 6/8

Please check www.collegeboard.com or www.actstudent.org for registration deadlines.

Remember to take advantage of SKYWARD FAMILY

ACCESS for attendance as

well as grades.

https://skyward.scps.k12.fl.us/scripts/wsisa.

dll/WService=wsEAplus/fwemnu01.w

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Congratulations!Congratulations to Lake Brantley High School’s Judith Carrico, who has been selected as the Seminole County High School Social Studies Teacher of the Year by the Florida Council for the Social Studies. Mrs. Carrico was recognized during the Awards Dinner at the annual FCSS Conference in Orlando on October 27, 2012.

Again, congratulations to Mrs. Carrico for her outstanding contribution to the teaching of the Social Studies in Seminole County and at Lake Brantley!

News from the AP DepartmentHave you ever wondered how ready you are for the rigor of college courses?? Lake Brantley has a way for you to find out with the built-in support of teachers who can help you develop the study skills needed for success. There are Advanced Placement (28 AP) courses for every student with particular interests in anything from art, literature, math, science, social studies, and computers to world languages. Our newest AP courses are European History, Microeconomics, and Comparative Government. You are encouraged to review the Advanced Placement section of Lake Brantley’s curriculum guide and select a course that appeals to you. You will not be disappointed! To be successful in life requires hard work. When you love a subject the work is very enjoyable.

Questions? Please see Mrs. Erickson in the Building 1 Guidance Office or Mrs. Boyle in the Building 6 Office.

Kindles and Nooks Needed!The Literacy Committee would like to announce its 2012-2013 initiative to acquire Kindles and Nooks for teacher and student checkout from the NEW MEDIA CENTER. With technology being the most advancing innovation, it is imperative that our students are equipped with tools to keep up with the technological demand. Therefore, we are seeking donations of Kindles and Nooks for use in reading classes and the media center. Monetary donations are tax deductible and always welcomed. Thank you in advance for your generous donations. Please contact Camille Cain 407-746-3529 or Tracy Fitzgerald 407-746-3526 with any questions.

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eminders

• A student under the age of 16 is required by state law to attend school. Additionally, a student may have his/her driver’s license revoked due to excessive absences. All doctor notes and/or other official documentation must be turned in within 5 days of the absence. PARENT NOTES DO NOT EXCUSE ABSENCES.

• A student with more than 9 unexcused absences in a one-half (1/2) credit class will receive a grade of F for the term regardless of the calculated grade. Make-up time is available but must be completed before the end of the semester or the student will lose credit for the course.

• A student will be considered absent from class if the student arrives late or leaves class for greater than or equal to 5 minutes.

• A student participating in school activities or attending to school business during the school day is considered in attendance. The activity is usually considered a field trip.

• Out of school suspensions are considered unexcused absences.

• All attendance information is available on Skyward Family Access and is updated daily. Please login to Skyward on a regular basis to track your student’s attendance.

•Changes to sign-out procedures: There will be no sign-outs after 2pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. There will be no sign-outs during Pep Rallies, during testing, and after 1pm on Wednesdays.

Student Attendance PolicyImportant Notice to Parents and StudentsThe Student Conduct and Discipline Code is posted on-line at www.scps.k12.fl.us.  It may be accessed by choosing Student Conduct Code, which is found immediately under the listing for Dress Code in the selection box on the left of the School Board’s “home page.”

You can also access the Code from the Lake Brantley homepage, under School Info, School Policies. If you do not have computer access, please contact your child’s guidance counselor for a paper copy of the Code.

http://lakebrantley.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/StudentConductDisciplineCode.pdf

Athletic Booster Club

Christmas Tree Sale 2012

Discount for LBHS Parents:

$5 off any tree on the lot with this ad

Buy your tree from us!Fraser fir trees 4’ to 14’ and 16” wreaths!Delivery is available.

Friday, November 23: 10am-8pmMonday - Friday: 5pm-8pmSaturdays & Sundays: 10am-8pm

This event is run by our athletes and their parents.Your tree will be bailed (wrapped) for transport.

SAVE THE DATE – Upcoming Athletic Booster FundraisersCome support the Lake Brantley Fundraisers and help support Athletics! Here are a couple of important upcoming dates:

Spring Carnival: March 7-10

Principal’s Fund Run: May 11

Institute of FinanceThe Institute of Finance students have an opportunity to work in the Brantley Branch of Central Florida Educators Federal Credit Union. All tellers complete an intensive training program at the CFE main office in Lake Mary during the summer. We are the only school in Seminole County to have a student run credit union on campus. Our first promotion this year was a matching deposit of up to $25.00 for all new accounts opened between the start of school and September 14. We had a fabulous response to this promotion. On Thursday, September 27, we celebrated Member Appreciation Day with free t-shirts and free $5.00 Chick-fil-A gift cards for all members making a deposit of at least $5.00.We want to welcome all new members. For those students who are not members, it is never too late to join. The branch is open daily between 7:15 and 2:00, except on Wednesday when we close at 1:00. Many, many thanks to Central Florida Educators Federal Credit Union for making our branch possible and the continuous support and sponsored promotions!

The Seniors in the Institute are anxiously awaiting their Senior Trip to New York City. The trip is scheduled for the end of January, 2013. While in NYC they will attend a play, take a dinner cruise to the Statue of Liberty, enjoy a guided bus tour of the city, and visit the Federal Reserve, see the opening bell at the NASDAQ, and experience the hustle and bustle of Wall Street. This is the highlight of their three years of participation in the Institute. Watch for updates on events for the sophomore and junior class in the next issue.

Anyone wanting additional information about the Institute and the many wonderful academic, extracurricular, and scholarship opportunities available, may contact Janice Daniels or Kevin Szewczyk.

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Business Professionals of America

YearbooksSenior SalutationsSenior Salutations are due December 15, 2012. Please call the yearbook room, 407-746-3443, if you have any questions.

Yearbooks on SaleYearbooks will be on sale for $80.00 from November 1st until December 31st. This is the in school cost and must be paid with cash or check. They can be purchased in room 8-224 during both lunches and 5th period They can also be purchased online with a credit card by going to the Lake Brantley website and clicking on the buy a yearbook link. The price online is always higher due to fees charged for using a credit card. The 2012 book sold out so buy yours now!

Be on the lookout for the yearbook mailer about buying a yearbook for the holidays! You should receive it around Thanksgiving!

Business Professionals of America just completed a very successful membership drive. Members recently received their competitive events packets and they will be deciding which events they will be competing in. Students competing in a written or computerized event will take their tests the week of November 4-9 on campus. The Regional Conference will be held December 7, at Seminole State College. All members are invited to attend the conference and compete in Open Events. Transportation will be provided, and students will receive an excused absence. Additional information about BPA and the events is available online at BPA.org.

On September 25, BPA hosted a speaker from Johnson and Wales University in the Community Room. All business classes were invited to attend. Mr. Terrence Dunn spoke on the importance of researching colleges and universities and visiting the campuses if possible. Students received valuable information about the FAFSA application as well as how to search for scholarship/grant money.

The following members of Lake Brantley’s BPA will be serving as Regional Officers this year. We are very proud of their selection to serve our region. The officers are: President, Corey Marcous, Co-Vice-Presidents are Angela Moon and Joshua Sanchez, and the Historian is Steele Napoleon. Congratulations!!!ww

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PTSA on FacebookMillions of people use Facebook every day to keep up with friends, upload an unlimited number of photos, share links and videos, and learn more about the people they meet. Lake Brantley High School PTSA has also joined Facebook in order to make it easier for you to stay updated. All you need to do is “Like” this page! If you have any questions or suggestions, please send an email to ptsa.lbhs@gmail.com

PTSA Membership 2012-2013Cost: $7.00 per adult $5.00 per student ____ # of adults ____ # of students

Total Amount Enclosed: $ ______________ Make checks payable to: LBHS PTSA

Parent/LBHS Staff Name(s) _____________

______________________________________

Phone _______________________________

Email address ________________________

Student Name(s) & Grade(s) ____________

______________________________________

Street Address ________________________

City, ZIP _____________________________

Check here if you are on LBHS staff _____

[ ] I would like to volunteer, please call me

I would like to make a separate donation to:

____ PTSA General Fund

____ PTSA Scholarship Fund

Amount of donation $ __________________

Return form and checks to: PTSA Membership Lake Brantley H.S., 991 Sand Lake Road Altamonte Springs, FL 32714

Come Join Us at the PTSA Meetings

and Win a Prize!Each meeting, the PTSA enters parent members,

teacher members and student members into a prize drawing

for those who attend the monthly meetings.

Congratulations to our recent winners:

Parents: Pamela Bean and Tina Dennis

Staff: Dr. Antonia Jane-Weston

and Mrs. Anna RietherStudents: Matt Graber, Neema Soleimani and Katherine Henderson

PTSA Meeting DatesNovember 27, 2012January 22, 2013February 19, 2013

March 19, 2013April 16, 2013

Band News

The 18th Annual Patriot Showcase The Lake Brantley High School Band will present its 18th annual Patriot Showcase Concert on Thursday, December 6 and Friday, December 7 at 7:00 p.m. in the Lake Brantley High School Auditorium. The Showcase features performances from various sections of the band, instrumental ensembles, solos, and the entire Patriot band in a rapid succession from various locations in the auditorium. Due to the nature of this concert, the audience must be in the auditorium and seated by show time. No one can be admitted after this time. Band members will be moving quickly throughout the auditorium and some of the show is performed in the dark. For more information, please call the band room at 407-746-3460 or visit our website, www.patriotband.org. Tickets are $6 presale and $7 at the door.

Pre-Festival Concert The symphonic bands are scheduled to perform their FBA District VI Concert Music Assessment on Thursday, February 28th at 7:00 p.m. in the auditorium. The concert is free and all are welcome to attend.

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Congratulations to our LBHS winners from the 36th Annual Maitland Rotary Festival of the Arts!

Rain Bitton, 1st Place - PaintingKatie Szewczyk, 1st Place - Mixed MediaRyan Beach, Merit Award - PhotographyAmanda Keliher, Merit Award - Mixed Media

Congratulations to the LBHS students selected to exhibit in the student gallery at the Orlando Museum of Art. This year, Seminole County was combined with Osceola County and only 20 total pieces were chosen from our entire county. Out of that 20, Lake Brantley had 5 pieces accepted! Three of these pieces are from our Photography program: Laurel Gardner, MacKenzie Reed, and Amy Nguyen. Two pieces are from our AP Studio Art program: Rachel Chrisien and Amanda Keliher.

Students in the Lake Brantley Art and Photography programs have the opportunity to display their work at local as well as statewide exhibitions and competitions. We invite you to attend any of the following festivals and events:

• Orlando Museum of Art, Peggy Crosby Student Gallery now through December 28

• Lake Mary-Heathrow Festival of the Arts, November 3 - 4

• Rotary Art Festival at Crane’s Roost Park on November 17-18

• Arts Alive! will be held at the Westin Hotel in Lake Mary on November 30th -- all proceeds from this event will be given to the Seminole County arts programs

• Sanford Historic Trust Art Competition awards ceremony will be at the Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center in Downtown Sanford on Friday, December the 7th (traveling exhibition dates will be announced following the presentation)

• 2013 Youth Fine Arts Competition at the Florida State Fairgrounds in Tampa from February 7 - 18 (student submissions will be prior to the Thanksgiving holiday break)

Thank you for your support of our award-winning arts programs at Lake Brantley High School!

For further information about our programs or upcoming events, please contact the AP Studio Art Teacher, Katy Farmer, (407) 746-3592; Photography/Art Teacher, Susan J. Brown, (407) 746-3591; Art Teacher, Anna Riether (407) 746-3517.

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You

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Mr. Bob Breum, AP Computer Science and AP Physics C teacher, has been offering weekly talks about the college admissions process in his classroom, 8-126, on Mondays at 2:30PM. He has a graduate certificate from UCLA in College Counseling, is a member of the National Association for College Admission Counseling and the Southern Association for College Admission Counseling, and has spent the last 9 years doing pro-bono counseling with Lyman HS students, many of whom went on to matriculate in Ivy League schools and similar institutions. These talks are open to all members of Lake Brantley’s extended family, including faculty, staff, and parents, in addition to the students.

The 2012 schedule of topics included:

10/1 - Designing Your College Experience

10/8 - Preparing for College Night

10/22 - Making the List

10/29 - Writing the College Essay

11/5 - The Common Application

The Enchanted Closet Helping to create the perfect prom experience! In these very difficult economic times it is so important to help one another. The desire to help create a pleasant way to assist students in financial need find that once in a lifetime and amazing prom dress was the foundation of The Enchanted Closet which has once again sprung to life here at Lake Brantley!

We’ve begun collecting clean, gently worn evening and prom dresses in the ESE Office in the Media Center. Or, you may drop your donations off at the Front Desk. We’ll continue collecting through the end of January, 2013. Your donations will be united with others made throughout the Central Florida Area to The Princess Project, sponsored by XL1067. Tune in to “Johnny’s House” with Laura Diaz & Brian Grimes. They’ll keep you posted on the dates the boutique will open for students to select that perfect dress. All sizes and styles of dresses are welcome!

Please contact Julie Collins at 407-746-3671if you have any questions.

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The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is being entered as a Mainstage for Thespian competition. Judges will be attending our performances November 8- 10. You can view our promotional picture on the LBHS website and can buy discounted tickets at

www.seatyourself.biz/lakebrantley

The Thespian District Competition is November 15-17 at Lyman High School. We have a lot of new Booster members and many new students who have already been actively contributing to the growth of the LBHS Players. 47 students will represent LBHS at this event in Individual Events and in a one-act version of William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream.

Please support our students and our drama program! We are looking for volunteers who can sew or build. To volunteer or make donations, please contact Jennifer_Sirianni@scps.k12.fl.us

Also, look for our new website, coming soon!

LBHS DanceThe Annual Winter

Dance Show will be held

December 13th & 14th

in the Lake Brantley

Auditorium at 7:00p.m.

drama announcements