DPHS Community Member,
Modified Bell Schedule this Thursday
On Thursday, May 9th we will be on the modified bell schedule for testing of Algebra 1 and Geometry EOC’s. Please see below and for anyone testing, please make sure to bring your charged computer on test day!
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Panthers are Esports State Champions!
We are so excited to announce to everyone that our DP’s Esports team just won their first-ever state championship in Mario Kart!
It was a bit of an adjustment for our players playing in front of a crowd, but after a couple of close come-back sets our team settled the nerves and blew out the 3rd set to make it a clean sweep against West Orange!
Please, if you see any of the members of the team (pictured above and just below)—Addison 'Dyson' Stoetzer, Tommy Lazzaro, Cameron Weeks, Isiah Bien-Amie and Isa Rivera—make sure to congratulate them for all of their hard work this year.
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With this win, they now qualify for the PlayVs Cup which will pit us against other champions from around the country with scholarships and prizes on the line!
They will continue to prove that they are 'Never Less Than The Best' as they continue on their journey!
Of the entire team and this success, Principal Ramsey had this to say: “The suspense was nerve racking. The team members represented DP well in ESports as well as character. They were respectful and humble. Thanks for all you do to promote a place where everyone fits in somewhere at Dr. Phillips."
For those that don’t know, E-Sports is officially sanctioned by the FASA and now the FHSAA is pursuing it.
Congrats to the first State Champions in the inaugural season!
Final tutoring dates:
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Teacher Appreciation Week '24 begins this Monday!! |
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Teacher Appreciation Week is celebrated across the U.S. each year during the first full week of May. This week is set out to acknowledge the dedication of teachers to their students and communities. Our educators began preparing for the 2023-2024 school year during their annual pre-planning week on August 2, 2023 and since that Wednesday morning, have done their very best to make sure our Panthers had a high quality educational experience all year.
Just above are a couple of options if, in your opinion, one or more of our DP educators, coaches, counselors or other staff members have done a fine job this year. Any appreciation coming from one of our Panther students or their parents means a great deal and is tremendously appreciated. Thank you very much for remembering our teachers during this special week!
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JFK On Teachers
We the people of America have entrusted into your hands the future leaders of this nation, the most powerful nation on Earth - and the way in which you fulfill this trust, in the guidance and direction you give to America's youth, will have a more profound effect on our national future than perhaps any decision made in Congress.
~ John F. Kennedy, 35th US president
Oprah Winfrey On Mary Duncan
Because of Ms. Duncan (her 4th grade teacher), I felt I could take on the world. She did exactly what teachers are supposed to do, they create a spark for learning that lives with you from then on. It's why I have a talk show today.
~ Oprah Winfrey, media mogul
Malala Yousafzai On Education
Let us remember: One book, one pen, one child, and one teacher can change the world.
~ Malala Yousafzai, youngest Nobel Prize laureate in history at age 17
USA On Knowledge
If you can read this, thank a teacher.
~ American Proverb.
DP Panthers—Never Less Than The Best!
Jackie Ramsey
Principal
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Panther Spotlight!
Senior Spirit Week
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This past week was Senior Spirit Week and by far the highlight was “Anything but a Backpack” day! The class of 2024 truly used their creativity when coming up with fun ways to tote around their belongings on their first day of finals! |
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Seniors, Seniors, Seniors
Important May events
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Graduation is fast approaching, but you need to make note of the following IMPORTANT dates to ensure you're ready to cross that stage.
* Senior Checkout Week takes place during the week of May 6 DURING ENGLISH CLASSES. Seniors will be escorted to see guidance counselors, Mrs. Ewing (a.k.a. Coach Lo), and the media center to return textbooks and laptops. If you do not have an English class, you can check out on Monday, May 13.
* There is a required senior class graduation meeting on Monday, May 13 during 6th and 7th period in the PAC. During this meeting you will receive detailed information about graduation.
** Cap and gown distribution will take place on Tuesday, May 14 also during your English classes. If you have not yet ordered yours or you just need a tassel, you can purchase them at this time with cash or money order ONLY. Graduation tickets will also be distributed on this day, but there will be a separate process for those who request additional tickets.
Stay tuned for additional information regarding Senior Send-Off events
If you have any questions about any of the end of year senior dates, please see Ms. Golub in room 2-210 or Mrs. Wells in room 2-205.
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Palm Lake Elementary Senior Reception - May 16: |
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"Back to Baymeadows" - Class of 2024 Celebration - May 22: |
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Freshii
Marketplace at Dr. Phillips - 7600 Dr. Phillips Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819
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May 6-10: TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK!!
May 6: Senior checkout week begins (during English classes)
May 8: No early release on this Wednesday
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May 9: MODIFIED BELL SCHEDULE - Algebra 1 and Geometry EOC's (schedule above)
May 13: Required senior class graduation meeting during 6th and 7th periods, PAC
May 14: Cap & gown distribution / Graduation ticket delivery
May 14: Final day of tutoring for 2023-2024 (see calendar above)
May 16: Palm Lake Elementary Senior Reception, 3:30pm in the Media Center
May 17: CIS Celebration Ceremony, Reception at 5:15pm/Ceremony at 6:00pm, PAC
May 22: "Back to Baymeadows" Senior Reception, 3:00pm in the Art Room
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School Lunch Hero Day!
Friday, May 3
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This past week was School Lunch Hero Day. We are so thankful for our superb cafeteria staff who are here every day supporting our students. Give them some love today if you see them!
Thank you also to our amazing VPA students who helped us to celebrate our cafeteria workers!
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Classroom Spotlight
AP World History with Dr. Updike
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Students in Dr. Updike's AP World History course take their mock exam on April 25th to prepare for the real thing. Students have been working on their testing skills, essay writing skills, and time management skills to ensure maximum success. You got this sophomores! |
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Center for International Studies
CIS Celebration Ceremony, May 17
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Weekly Superintendent's Message |
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The Benefits of Extracurricular Activities: |
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In a friendly game of chess between Dr. Vazquez and Jamie Holmes, who do you think will win? Watch this week's Mondays with Maria to find out and to learn how extracurricular activities like chess contribute to the overall success of students!
* Superintendent's weekly message is presented by Addition Financial:
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The benefits from Cambridge classes: |
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Important continuing reminder for Seniors - FAFSA (College financial aid form): |
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Seniors!
The FAFSA rollout this year has changed from years past and has shown some complications. The Department of Education along with the colleges and universities you have applied to are aware of these issues and are working to resolve them as quickly as possible.
Right now, the MOST important part of this process you can do is complete the FAFSA. Submitting the FAFSA form will allow colleges to eventually have access to your family income information to provide you with the Financial Aid information you so importantly need. Please remember this very important part, without completing the FAFSA, you will not receive a financial aid award from your college or university.
What you will need for your FAFSA application:
● Your Security Number
What your Parent will Need:
● Their 2022 Completed Taxes (1040 Tax Return Form)
● Their Social security number
I understand this form can pose many questions. Please use these resources below to receive assistance in completing the FAFSA Form:
● EVERY Walk-In Tuesday: You can meet with me or Ms. Maclean in the Media Center
● After School in-person opportunities that will be shared via canvas and Instagram @DPHS_CCS
Please Note – We do not have access to your FAFSA form or any personal or financial information you or your family provide on the FAFSA form. Our role is to 1) Inform you of the importance of every student completing a FAFSA and 2) Support you and your family with information and resources to help you have a completed and successfully processed FAFSA.
*** FAFSA Completion Information + Tips! ***
1. ALL Seniors are encouraged to complete the FAFSA as soon as possible. Nearly all colleges, whether it is trade/technical or 2- and 4- year school, will REQUIRE students to complete a FAFSA regardless of financial need.
2. Your FAFSA will be processed in order of timestamp when you submit it, so please complete it ASAP!
3. Do everything you can to complete an error free FAFSA as corrections are not able to be made at this time. Errors WILL delay your FAFSA processing and a college’s ability to offer you a complete financial aid package.
- ISIR’s are “Institutional Student Information Records.” This is the information a college receives from the Department of Education about your FAFSA so the college’s financial aid office can prepare a financial aid offer package to you.
The colleges you have been accepted to CANNOT offer you a complete financial aid offer package until they receive your ISIR from the Department of Education after your FAFSA is processed successfully. If you have questions about financial aid or the implications of your FAFSA the best resource is the Financial Aid office at the college you are going to.
Completed your FAFSA? > It’s time to login to your FAFSA and do a status check.
- If your FAFSA says “Successfully Processed” there is NOTHING else you need to do at this time except learn about your FAFSA Submissions Summary and your SAI (more information below on that) You can relax and wait for your financial aid offer from your colleges. 😊
- Financial Aid offers are usually available in your student account portal where you accessed your admissions decision
- Some colleges will also mail you a paper copy.
- If your FAFSA needs corrections it will look like this…
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- Identify the correction(s) that is needed, but please note, you are NOT able to make corrections at this time. “Mid April” is the anticipated timeframe the Department of Education expects that students will have the ability to make corrections or submit updates.
I completed my FAFSA and have a “Successfully Processed” message, now what?
1. Locate and Read your FAFSA Submission Summary
The FAFSA Submission Summary is a paper or electronic document from the U.S. Department of Education’s office of Federal Student Aid that lists answers to the questions on your FAFSA and gives you basic estimates about your eligibility for federal student aid. It is not a financial aid offer. A financial aid offer will come from each college you have been accepted to AFER they receive and evaluate your ISIR from the Department of Education.
If the FAFSA form is complete and processed successfully, a Student Aid Index (SAI) will be included on your FAFSA Submission Summary. (See below for more information on SAI)
If you provided a valid email on your FAFSA, you will receive an email with instructions on how to access an online copy of your FAFSA Submission Summary.
2. Understand your SAI (Student Aid Index) and what it means for you?
Understanding your SAI is important! The SAI, or Student Aid Index, is the number calculated, with information from the FAFSA, to determine a student's eligibility for college financial aid. It is NOT a dollar amount of federal financial aid you will receive or the amount of money your family is expected to pay for college. It is determined using a specific formula that considers things like a family's taxed and untaxed income, retirement and pensions, and assets/benefits like Social Security or unemployment payments and it can change if you make corrections and updates to your FAFSA.
Your college or career school will determine your financial need by subtracting your SAI from the cost of attendance.
~ Mrs. Ewing, College and Career Specialist
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Dennis Hunt
● Position: English teacher
● How long have you been at DP? I've been here 20 years.
● How long have you been in education, and what was your first position? 21 years in education. My first position was teaching History and English at a small private school.
● What has been the greatest accomplishment of your career? My greatest accomplishment at DP was only being certified to teach English but actually teaching mercy and grace.
● What will you miss most about DP? I love Dr. Phillips, and will miss everything about this place, especially my colleagues.
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Bob Hedrick
● Position: Latin / German Teacher
● How long have you been at DP? I have been at DP since August 1987. Original Panther.
● How long have you been in education, and what was your first position? 42 ½ years. Before DP I was at Oak Ridge for 6 years.
● What has been the greatest accomplishment of your career? Along with a colleague, I founded the CIS Program. Also I was Teacher of the Year in 1999.
● What will you miss most about DP? All of us have specific students that gravitate to us and who demonstrate a greater than usual interest in us and our subjects. I have always enjoyed that and I will miss it.
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Tyler Scarborough
A huge congratulations to Tyler Scarborough whose art piece of their grandmother, “Life Well Lived” was selected to be featured in Celebrating Art's Spring 2024 Art Anthology (sponsored by Blick art materials, the very paints she used to make it)! This is a national-level honor and shows just how passionate, dedicated and talented Tyler is!
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Elle Mangin
Congratulations to sophomore Elle Mangin who has been recognized for her character and talents since arriving at DP's Art Magnet Program last year as a Freshman. She has proven to be a rising star in our Art Program and has artistic and creative talents that go above and beyond expectations. She has a winning attitude and yet is humble and coachable. These are characteristics of a student who is successful in anything they put their mind to.
Elle, congratulations on your nomination for an art scholarship to attend the French Woods Festival of the Performing Arts Summer Camp! We hope you are the winning candidate to have the chance to attend this summer!
Please enjoy just three samples of her amazing artwork!
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Athletics Department Contacts:
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School Policies and Procedures |
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An important reminder from the attendance office:
At this time, any student who has had their license suspended due to truancy is unable to have it reinstated.
A graduating senior can take their diploma (original) to the DMV and that would clear them. Underclassmen must wait until we start school again on August 12th (this would be day 1) and they would be eligible on September 24th. As a reminder, weekends and holidays do not count towards the 30-day perfect attendance which is required to clear the issue.
All of this information is written on the DMV letter which was sent in the mail prior to your license or permit being suspended.
If the above applies to you, please remember: Driving with a suspended license in Florida is a 2nd degree misdemeanor. What happens if you get pulled over with a suspended license in Florida?
First Conviction: The first time you are charged with driving on a suspended license, it can be charged as a second-degree misdemeanor. You can face a fine of up to $500 as well as up to 60 days in jail. Second Conviction: Second convictions may result in a first-degree misdemeanor.
Thank you for reading.
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DPHS —Never Less Than The Best!
Ms. Ramsey, Principal
Dr. Phillips High School
Sunday, May 5, 2024
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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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