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ewsome High School PTSA E‑Newsletter November 2015
ember 03, 2015 at 11:49 PM
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Carla Bruning, Principal
16550 Fishhawk Blvd. Lithia, FL 33547 813­740­4600 Newsome PTSA Newsletter
Volume 7 Issue 4
November 2015
Donna Rayburn, President
Cyndi Cisneros, Editor
President's Message
Dear Newsome PTSA Members,
We have been busy so far this fall and it is a very exciting time!
At the end of October, your PTSA approved $1,500 for mini­
grants to 13 of our wonderful teachers to spend on materials for
their classes that is not provided by the school district. We are
so thankful to our sponsors that make this donation possible!
We also helped coordinate volunteers for the first annual
Avid/Speech Interview day on October 22. There were over 20
volunteers providing mock­interviews to hundreds of juniors
and seniors. This experience is invaluable for the students that participated! It was a
pleasure for me to mentor these incredible students!
In This Issue
Newsome TOTE
Why is my Teen so MOODY?!
Deputy's Corner
Student Spotlight
JROTC
Senior Scholarships
Teachers Dinner
Teacher Mini­Grants
Corporate Sponsorship
Our Reflections entries are wrapping up for the school­wide competition. We will
announce the Newsome winners that will be advancing to the county competition
on our website and facebook during the month of November.
If you have a senior, please check our website for the deadline date for our senior
scholarship applications. Remember, all applications are to be turned in to Mrs.
Hacker who coordinates the entries for us.
Lastly, we are so excited to present a parent program called, "Why is My Teen So
Moody?" on November 18 at 6pm in the Auditorium. Mrs. Shelli Bauer, Newsome
School Psychologist, will be our presenter and will be addressing the issue she sees
most at our school ­ Teenage Anxiety and Depression­It's More Common than you
think! Learn the signs of anxiety and depression and strategies to support your teen
if you suspect your child is at risk. Because these signs often begin in middle school,
we are excited to invite parents of Randall and Barrington middle schools as well, so
if you also have a middle school student, we hope you don't miss this one! Tue Nov 3
6 pm Pasos al Futuro @ Plant City HS
6:30 Newsome/Randall Orchestra Concert
I hope you all have a blessed November! Donna Rayburn
Newsome PTSA President
president@newsomehighschoolptsa.org
7pm Girls Soccer vs. Leto
Wed Nov 4
CLUB DAY
Letter from our Principal
I would like to take this opportunity to welcome new
members of our Newsome Faculty. New to our English
Department is teacher, Andrea Heeps. Sean Smith is
also new to Newsome. Anthony Marrero is Retired Army
and has joined Newsome as a JROTC instructor. Completing
our Guidance Department is Hillary Waluzak, who comes
to us from Young Middle Magnet.
We are happy to have you as part of our Wolves Family!
Cap and Gown Orders during lunches
3pm ­ 7:30pm JROTC Cadet Photo Review/Purchase
Thu Nov 5
Cap and Gown Orders during lunches
Sincerely,
Carla Bruning
Principal
Newsome High School carla.bruning@sdhc.k12.fl.us
6pm Soccer @ King High
**New** Newsome Tote
LaLania Sellers, Totes Chairperson
Your Newsome PTSA is selling "Newsome"
logo tote bags during the month of November ­
the perfect Christmas gift! This royal blue multi­
pocket/multi­purpose tote bag will be available
for $20 while supplies last. If you are interested in purchasing one or many,
download the order form here, send it in with
cash or check in an envelope marked
"PTSA TOTE" and turn it in to the main office. Pick Up Times:
Wednesday­ Nov. 18th
@ PTSA General Mtg/Teen Stress Program in the Auditorium 6:00 pm
Thursday­ Nov. 19th
5:30­6:30 pm Newsome Front Office
Friday­ Nov. 20th
7:00­8:00 am Newsome Front Office
After these dates, arrangements and pick up locations will be made.
NOVEMBER SPIRIT DAY
Carolann Tompkins, Fundraising and Restaurant Sponsors Chairperson Come on over to Jake's WayBack Burgers on
Monday, November 9 to support the Newsome HS
PTSA. Enjoy a milkshake with your dinner to make it
a complete meal.
Please mention Newsome HS PSTA so that your
receipt goes in our jar and we will receive a 10% donation. GO WOLVES!
STAFF: Watch for the pre­lunch order form: Jake's will deliver your lunch right to the
school. Wayback Classic, with lettuce and tomato, side of fries and a drink for $7.55, tax
included.
Thank you to Newsome families and friends who visited Little Greek Restaurant last
6:30pm ­ 8pm Roundtable Community Service Forum @ Brandon High
Fri Nov 6
JROTC Cadet of the Month Board
6pm Ice Hockey vs. Jenkins @ Ice Sports Forum
Sat Nov 7
SAT Testing
Senior Ads Deadline
Cross Country State Championships @ Tallahassee
Tickets
Band Hillsborough County Marching MPA @ Riverview HS
Mon Nov 9
JROTC Veteran's Ceremony
@ Randall MS
PTSA Spirit Day @ Jake's Wayback Burgers
6:30pm Chorus 80s On the Radio Show
7pm month supporting our October Spirit Day. And
a huge "Thank You!" to Little Greek for their
very generous donation.
Girls Basketball @ Spoto
Fall PTSA Health and Safety Program
JROTC Bevis Veteran's Ceremony
Kathy McAdam, Programs Chairperson
Why is my Teen so MOODY?!?
Tue Nov 10
6:30pm Band Booster Meeting
Newsome PTSA invites
all Middle and High School Parents
to our program that includes:
* Typical Teen Stressors
* Coping Strategies
* When to Worry and What to do
Wed Nov 11
November 18th
6 pm
Newsome High Auditorium
Presented by:
Shelli Bauer, NCSP
JROTC Veteran's Park Ceremony and
Operation Patriot Donation Delivery
School Psychologist, Newsome High School
Veteran's Day
NO SCHOOL
7pm Ice Hockey vs. Manatee @ Amelie Arena
Thu Nov 12
deputy's corner Deputy Alonso, Newsome School Resource Officer
1,200. That's the approximate number of cars coming in and out
of Newsome High School every morning and afternoon. This
doesn't include the normal community traffic. What makes it
harder is this traffic occupies the size of a couple of city blocks
and lasts for about 45 minutes twice a day. That's a lot of
congestion. With this, nerves are on edge, traffic crashes happen,
and traffic violations occur. With this in mind, I would like to remind you of a few traffic tips. From 7 o'clock in the
morning until 7:45 and from 2:45 o'clock until 3:30 the speed limit for the school zone is
20 m.p.h. This also includes the turn lanes. Fines for speeding within a school zone are
high and costly.
There are two Stop Signs on campus. One as you enter the drop­off loop and the other
when you exit into the Randall lot making the right turn. These Stop Signs are there for a
purpose and are fully enforceable by State law. Please remember to come to a complete
stop. Don't look, slow down, and continue.
7pm Boys Lacrosse Player/Parent Meeting ­
Cafeteria
7pm Girls Basketball @ Armwood
Fri Nov 13
Report Cards Sent Home
JROTC Staff Meeting
Chorus Solo and Ensemble
(Elite) MPA @ Steinbrenner
6pm Soccer vs. Durant
Finally, please stay in the right lane, closest to the curb, when dropping off and picking
up your children. The outside lane is for through traffic only. Please don't let your kids
get out in the middle of traffic to cross. 6pm Ice Hockey vs. Wiregrass @ Ice Sports Forum
If we all are patient during these heavy traffic times and look out for students we will
have a smooth drop­off and pick­up. As always, if you have any questions, feel free to
give me a call. Thank you all for your continued support.
Sat Nov 14
Student Spotlight
Shamein Averett, Communications Committee
Jamie Tompkins
Class of 2016
Swim State Championships
JROTC Rifle Meet
Chorus Solo and Ensemble MPA @ Steinbrenner
Newsome Activities:
Student Government, Senior Class Council,
1voice Club for Pediatric Cancer, National Honor Society, Rho Kappa,
Science National Honor Society, Varsity Soccer
Leadership
Positions:
SGA President
Hobbies:
Going on nature walks, Youth Group,
Painting, Reading
College/University:
University of Florida or Boston College
Future Plans:
Major in Political Science or International Business and study abroad
Newsome High School Media Center
Second Annual Scholastic Book Fair
Building Literacy One Community at a Time! November 16 8:00 AM ­­ 4:00 PM November 17 8:00 AM ­­ 6:00 PM
November 19 8:00 AM ­­ 6:00 PM
November 18 8:00 AM ­­ 6:00 PM
November 20 8:00 AM ­­ 5:30 PM
Support your Newsome High Media Center and help us purchase more current fiction and non­fiction books for the library by coming and purchasing books for holiday gifts and pleasure reading.
Give the gift of reading!
Open to the community from 4:00 ­ 6:00 PM
Sponsored By:
Newsome High School Media Center
16550 FishHawk Blvd., Lithia, FL 33547
Student Recognition
Lisa MacLaren, Student Recognition Chairperson
10am Concert Band Camp
12:30pm Football Golf Tournament
@Summerfield
Mon Nov 16
JROTC Essay Due
5:15pm Sadie Hawkins Dance Planning Meeting @ Media Center
6pm Basketball @ Plant
6:30pm Newsome Athletic Boosters Meeting
Tue Nov 17
6pm Soccer @ East Bay
Wed Nov 18
3pm Teacher Appreciation Dinner
@ Teachers Lounge
3:30 pm ­ 6pm Conference Night
PTSA Totes Sold @ Auditorium
6pm Soccer vs. Spoto
6pm PTSA General Meeting
PTSA Tote Pick­up
6:15pm Why is my Teen so
Moody?
PTSA Health and Safety
Program Thu Nov 19
Great American Teach­in
4:30pm Chorus All County Auditions @ Liberty Middle School
5:30­6:30 pm PTSA Totes Pick­up
@ Newsome Front Office
Congratulations to the winners of the First Quarter PTSA Student Recognition!
They are:
Cooper Curry
7pm Fall Drama Play
"Murder in the Knife Room"
Kayla Dasta
Jessica Gulledge
Cyrus Mendez
Christopher Middendorf
Brittany Brewer
Kyle Penrod
Emma Tumlin
These students were randomly selected and received a $25 gift certificate just for being
a student member of the Newsome PTSA. For a chance to win prizes, become a
member before the next drawing at the end of second quarter in late January.
Newsome JROTC Cadet Laura Miller, S5 NCOIC
Following a great start to the 2015­2016 school year, the
Newsome JROTC Battalion remains at the top of the pack.
Already, the cadets of the program have competed in several
rigorous competitions that tested their strength, character, and
ability to work as a team. The aftermath has left the Raider
Team with five second place trophies and three third place
trophies while the Rifle Team has walked away, after two
competitions, with the title of "Undefeated in the County" 5
years in a row. Fri Nov 20
7am ­ 8am PTSA Totes Pick­up @ Newsome Front Office
6pm
Basketball @ Alonso
6pm Soccer v Spoto
6 pm
Ice Hockey vs. Mitchell @ Ice Sports Forum
7pm
Fall Drama Play "Murder in the Knife Room"
Mon Nov 23 ­
Friday 27
The Battalion's Service Learning Project (Operation Patriot) in which cadets donate to
the Lopez Veterans' Home is currently underway to give back to those who've given so
much for us. The Drill Team is currently preparing for their annual performance for Veteran's Day
and the Color Guard is forever busy serving at football games as well as a myriad of
ceremonies. JLAB is currently preparing for their upcoming leadership and academic
competitions and they hope to qualify for a competition in Washington D.C. later in the
Spring. While all of the Wolfpack Battalion teams are successful in what they do, the
primary goal for each of them is not just to win, but to improve upon the skills and
character of all participating cadets.
The JROTC program's purpose is not to promote military service, but instead to advance
leadership abilities, strengthen interpersonal relationships, and develop the skills needed
to be a good citizen. In an attempt to spread these characteristics to the next generation
of high school students, the battalion will be conducting their biannual trip to Randall
Middle School with the hopes of recruiting more kids into the program. Fall Break
No School
Wed Nov 25
PTSA E­Newsletter Articles Due
Thur Nov 26
A small unit of cadets that meet the required standards will be selected to go over and
perform activities relevant to the Raider, Rifle, Drill, and Color Guard teams during the
Randall Veterans' Ceremony and show the students just how much fun JROTC can be as
well as honor our Veterans. Shortly after that, other cadets from JROTC will go over to
speak and answer questions during the Great American Teach In as another way to
inspire students to join the battalion. The WolfPack Battalion continues to execute its mission to motivate young people to be
better citizens and its purpose to help cadets graduate from high school. Hoo­Ah!
Happy Thanksgiving!
To learn more about Newsome JROTC or to follow the achievements of this year's
cadets, log onto the NHS JROTC homepage or click on the JROTC link found under
"programs" on the Newsome High School homepage.
Joe E. Newsome High School
Vision Statement: Joe E. Newsome High School will be one
of the top 3 high schools in the SDHC.
Measured by: daily attendance rate,
graduation rate, and FCAT scores. Mission Statement: Our mission is to provide a safe and
supportive environment that will promote
lifelong learning and prepare students to
become productive members of society.
Newsome High School will provide
experiences and knowledge needed to
succeed in a rapidly changing world.
Faculty Recognition
Dawn Ullom, Faculty Recognition Chairperson
Newsome PTSA is hosting a Teacher's Appreciation Dinner
for all our Teacher PTSA Members on Conference night
starting at 3 pm. Please join us in the Teacher's Lounge for
delicious food and camaraderie. Bring a non­member teacher
friend along and they can join the PTSA at the dinner!
We appreciate our wonderful, hard­working teachers ­ thank
you for all you do for our children!
The Great American Teach­In ­ November 19th!
The Great American Teach­in is an opportunity for community and
parent volunteers to come in and share a part of their lives with the
students at Newsome. Members of the community are invited into Newsome on November
19th for an hour, a few class periods or an entire school day to share
with students information about their career or hobby, to organize
an activity, or to teach a class.
If you are interested in being a part of this wonderful event, please email Ms. Hacker
at linda.hacker@sdhc.k12.fl.us or call her at (813) 740­4600 ext. 246
Senior Scholarships
Jill Rintoul, Senior Scholarships Chairperson
Seniors, Graduation is closer than you think! Many of you are
awaiting decisions from your favorite Colleges and Universities
and some of you already know. The PTSA has been there with
you throughout all your high school years and we are here
now. Each year the PTSA offers the opportunity to receive a
scholarship that will provide funds for books, tuition, boarding
or simply to provide you with the supplies you may need for
your next step in academia.
Corporate
Sponsorships
Pam McAuley, Chair
When you become a sponsor
of the Newsome High School PTSA, you help a student achieve their potential. Your sponsorship dollars enable us to provide scholarships to
students and also go a long way
in helping us support the
students, the parents, and the
teachers of Newsome.
Click here for the Corporate Sponsorship Form. Thanks for your support!
This year the PTSA will be awarding scholarships to students who will be studying
specifically at (click the category to download the application):
Two­Year Colleges
Four­Year Colleges, or
Those who will major in the Performing or Fine Arts Be sure to fill out the correct scholarship application. In 2016, we will award eight to
ten $500 scholarships. To be considered you must apply. The deadline is February 19,
2016, and you must be a PTSA student member by January 29, 2016.
Download an application (click the above categories) or get a copy from Mrs.
Thank you to our corporate
sponsors ­ our success could not be
achieved without your
Linda Hacker. Fill out the application (include all documentation required). Return your application to Mrs. Linda Hacker, Newsome College and Career
Counselor, no later than 3:30 February 19, 2016 (late submissions will not be
accepted).
support!
GOLD SPONSOR
We want you to succeed! Scholarship recipients will be announced during the
Newsome Awards Ceremony in May.
Email SeniorScholarships@newsomehighschoolptsa.org with any questions. Sponsor Spotlight
Tutoring Club of Valrico
Susan Prestridge
813­681­9900
4333 Lynx Paw Trail
Valrico, FL 33596
Why Tutoring Club is A Class Above!
If your student is having difficulty in school, we can help.
At Tutoring Club, our goal is to bring each student to the desired academic level as
quickly as possible. In order to help your child succeed, he or she will receive
individualized instruction from our staff of professional tutors. We work to reduce
stress and build confidence by creating an individualized program for each student,
starting at a level that he or she can handle and then progressing through the grade
levels as rapidly as the students learning pace allows.
We are committed to helping students succeed in their education. We specialize in
reading, math (from the basics through calculus), writing, study skills and SAT/ACT
preparation.
Blue Letter Envelopes
Monica Weaver and Liz Hallman, Co­Chairs
As Blue Letter Envelope committee chairs, it's our desire to share
information with you that will keep you prepared and ready when
that time arrives! So, mark your spring calendars now and be
ready to reach out to family and friends and request that they send
a letter or card to your student for that day. We cannot begin to
express how much this means to the graduates!! With Thanksgiving just around the corner, you may want to begin
letting friends and family know what Blue Letter Envelope is all about. Click here for
instructions and here for a sample letter.
Beginning in late January 2016, letters and cards can be mailed to or dropped off
at NHS. Remember, all cards and letters must arrive at Newsome High School by
Monday, May 2nd, 2016. We cannot take anything after this date. If you have questions, please contact your PTSA Blue Letter Envelope team: Monica Weaver & Liz Hallman at blueletterenvelopes@newsomehighschoolptsa.org
Teacher Mini­Grants Kathi Hayes, Chair
Because of our generous Business Sponsors and Family
Donations, the PTSA helped fund Teachers and Faculty
purchases to help support their teaching. We had 14 Teacher Mini­Grant applications submitted with a request of over $4,000.
Unfortunately, we could not grant everyone's request, but the committee evaluated
each application based on the number of students it would effect, as well as, the
benefits for now and the future. We were able to fund almost $1500 to several areas:
Guidance Counselors, Math and Science, History and English, Technology, Media
Center, etc. SILVER SPONSORS
Dr Charles DeVine
(813) 689­2466
Private Practice over 15 Years!
Thank you to the Mini­Grant committee members: Kathi Hayes, Marci Hollman,
Allison Livermore, Kim Urbaniak, Diahn Brauss, Julie Wright, and Liza Grimm. If you have any questions please contact Kathi Hayes.
Legislation Tami Schaller, Legislative Chairperson
The State Board of Education met last Wednesday, October
28th at 9 AM in Orlando, Florida at the Hyatt Regency Orlando
Airport where they discussed the Florida Standards Assessment
cut scores and school accountability.
Florida PTA is asking its membership for a "Call to Action".
BRONZE
SPONSORS
AAA Travel
Liz Hallman
Abdoney Orthodontics
Michael Abdoney
Please email Governor Scott and/or the State Board of Education members and urge
them to issue a school grade of "I" (Incomplete) for the 2014­2015 school year. Florida PTA stands with the Florida Association of District School Superintendents,
the Central Florida Public School Board Coalition, and the Florida School Board
Association, who have asked the Florida Department of Education, Governor, and the
State Board of Education to suspend the use of the results for the 2014­2015 school
year and have called into question the validity of the Florida Standards Assessment and
Florida's current accountability system.
The Alpine Testing Company, in their report to the Department of Education,
acknowledged school wide issues with the administration of the Florida Standards
Assessment and advised that any user of the aggregated test scores strongly consider
this possibility and to continue to evaluate the validity of the level of impact.
We do not have all the data needed to generate a school grade. Due to the Department
of Education's refusal to create a baseline year for the Florida Standards Assessment,
we are missing learning gains which is an essential component needed to determine
school grades.
Once again, please email the Governor and/or State Board of Education and ask that
they issue a grade of "I" (Incomplete) for all Florida schools for the 2014­2015 School
year. You can find the State Board members and the agenda for the meeting here.
Abdoney Pediatrics
Matt and Jennifer Abdoney
David Weekly Homes
Mary Shea
Decide to Fly
Liz Brewer RISE Leader
Fifth Third Bank
Osprey Observer
Marie Gilmore
Patriot Arms
Jeff Brewer
Rayburn Business Strategies
Donna Rayburn
Riverview Dental Care
Craig L. Oldham, DDS
Thank you
Newsome Football Golf Tournament
Summerfield Crossings Golf Club
November 14th
12:30 pm Tee Time StrongLife
Chiropractic and Natural Health
2015 ­ 2016 NHS PTSA BOARD
_________________________
Donna Rayburn
President
Elaine Ward
1st Vice President ­ Membership
Liz Brewer
2nd VP ­ Ways and Means
Cyndi Cisneros
Secretary ­ Communications
Shelly Thelen
Treasurer
This is a big event that is at the end of regular season and loads of fun! It is limited to
the first 144 paid golfers, so get your spot held by making your payment today. We can
get names closer to the event. Here is the link to sign up to play or do signage. CHAIR POSITIONS
Liza Grimm
Awards
There are many ways for a family to participate. Find a foursome, signage at
event, donation of item to raffle, volunteer at some capacity. Monica Weaver
Liz Hallman
Blue Letter Envelopes
Pam McAuley
Corporate Sponsorship
Melanie Bentley­Montanaro
Courtyard Tiles Project
Dawn Ullom
Valerie Hellier
Faculty and Staff Recognition
Carolann Tompkins
Sammy DeVine Fundraising/Spirit Night Just let me know if you are interested in volunteering and we will find something to
fit what works for you.
Krista Behrens
Newsome Football
Golf Tournament Coordinator
Kelley Pollock
Membership
Lisa MacLaren
Historian
Student Reocgnition
Tami Schaller
Legislative
Tracy Kitchiner
Parliamentarian Kathy McAdam
Programs
Vicky Furey
Reflections
Jill Rintoul
Senior Scholarships
LaLania Sellers
SERVE
Kathi Hayes
Teacher Mini­Grants
Ginny Harrell
Volunteers
NEWSOME ADMINISTRATION
Ms. Carla Bruning, Principal, Ext. 225 Mr. Tyvan Lindbeck, Asst. Principal for Curriculum,Ext. 224
Mr. Paul Lindstrom, Asst. Principal for Administration, Ext. 226 Dr. Jones, Asst. Principal for Student Affairs A­G, Ext. 227 Mr. Peacock, Asst. Principal for Student Affairs H­O, Ext. 228 Mr. Radebaugh, Asst. Principal for Student Affairs P­Z, Ext. 229 Click Here for Guidance Counselors Information!
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