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TBT’s Newsletter
IMPORTANT
UPCOMING DATES
12/1/15—Progress reports
issued
12/3/15—Conference night
(4:00-6:30 p.m.)
12/9/15—Club Day
A Note from Mr. Ippolito
It feels like 2015 just began, but here we are preparing to usher in 2016.
I’d like to wish everyone a
very happy holiday season
and hope that you have a
restful, enjoyable winter
break with your family,
friends, and loved ones.
May you catch up on your
rest, relaxation, and relatives.
12/15—NHS Induction
12/15 & 12/16—Play
12/17—Winter Dance
12/21/15-1/1/16—Winter
Break
1/4/16—Students return to
school
1/12-15—Semester Exams
1/18-19—No School
ADMINISTRATORS
Mr. Ippolito
Principal
Ms. Woody
AP
Curriculum
Ms. Sparano
AP Magnet
Ms. Carmody
AP Administration
Mr. Derflinger
AP Student
As another year ends, I
reflect on the year that is
rapidly disappearing in the
rearview mirror. We all
have many moments to be
proud of in 2015—there
were so many great
achievements here at
TBT—and we may even
have a few memories we
are happy to watch exit
our lives. With a new year
comes new beginnings.
AP Student
Affairs
Dr. Johnson
Meet Ms. Ferraro and view
a video featuring Ms. Barrett on page 2.
Check out our football
team’s accomplishments
on page 3.
AP Student
Affairs
Those who are looking
for a fresh start can
start fresh when returning from the school
break that lasts from
December 21, 2015January 1, 2016. Semester exams are just
around the corner on
January 12th through
15th.
hard and smile while
working. It’s always a
good year to be a Titan!
Thanks to everyone who
has made this another
great year at Tampa Bay
Tech! I am thankful for
everything that makes
this school such a great
place. Great students.
Great parents. Great
faculty. Great staff.
Great programs.
Sincerely,
Michael Ippolito
Principal
I am thankful to come
to a school where the
students and staff work
have a lot to be proud
of. See some of their
awards and achievements on pages 4-5.
The Blue Heart Project
Fundraiser list can be
found on page 6.
Our faculty and students
Learn about the services
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As always, if you have
any questions please
contact us at 813-7448360. And don’t forget
to like us on Facebook
and follow us on Twitter
@TBTechHS!
In This Issue...
Affairs
Mr. Buffano
2015/2016 Holidays
offered to pets at TBT on
page 7.
View the TBT Tutoring
Schedule and the Continuous Notification of Nondiscrimination on page 8.
Find important links on
page 9.
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Meet Ms. Ferraro
Goofy, lovable English teacher, Ms. Ferraro, began making a
positive impact on Tech’s students when she joined the TBT
family at the beginning of the 2012/2013 school year. Her
huge heart shines through her teaching, the educational
trips she plans for students, and the charitable events she
organizes. Ms. Ferraro exemplifies the holiday spirit.
In addition to teaching, Ferraro’s humanitarian spirit made
her a natural choice for being the Key Club sponsor. When
the students eagerly asked Ms. Ferraro to lead their club,
she agreed. The club will be assisting Ms. Ferraro, the
NJROTC program, and Avid in running an Ugly Sweater
Fundraiser to raise supplies for Metropolitan Ministries and
the Humane Society. This is the second year Ms. Ferraro has organized this fundraiser. Last year was hugely successful—collecting
1,086 cans with a total donation of 984 pounds worth of goods.
Also possessing a passion for exploring the world, Ms. Ferraro is planning two international trips with some of her students. Spring Break
2016 will be spent exploring Costa Rica and Greece is the destination
for Spring Break 2017. Ms. Ferraro’s sweet, adventurous personality
makes her an obvious favorite of TBT’s students.
Ms. Barrett: Chase Outstanding Educator
Congratulations to Ms. Barrett
for being honored as a Tampa
Bay Lightning Chase
Outstanding Educator. Watch
the clip here:
http://
tbl.co/
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Titans Have Spirit!
TBT was featured on
WFLA News Channel 8’s
Friday Night Blitz Pep
Rally this month.
Students came to school
early to show their
support for the Titan
Football team.
TBT’s football team 1st team
Daquon Green WR
made it to the post- Qujuan Spradley OL
Anthony Davis DL
season!
Angelo Owens LB
Congratulations to TBT’s
football players who
were selected to be part
of the western
conference football
team
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2nd Team
Marchalo Judge DB
Trent Wyatt
UTL
Player
Kendall Upshaw OL
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2015/2016 Holidays
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Titans in Action
TBT’s Health Academy seniors
participated in their first round of
clinicals during the first week of
November. Students gained
hands-on experience in their
chosen fields.
Congratulations to several of TBT’s
swim team members who made it
to Regionals and to Ben McGregor
for making it to States.
Ben McGregor competed in both
the 50 freestyle and the 100
freestyle and placed 10th in the
state in 100 free! Way to go, Ben!
Titan Gems performed at the Florida Bandmasters Association competition in early November
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Diesel Engine Service Program students
proudly display their safety
certifications.
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Titan Students in the Community
Ms. Roberts’
American
Sign
Language
students put
on a
wonderful
concert at
the end of
October.
TBT students
and staff
proudly
participate in
Hillsborough
Education
Foundation’s
Strides for
Education
Want to see your picture and accomplishments in the TBT newsletter? Send stories and pictures about
your group’s activities and/or accomplishments to: tbtechhsnewsletter@gmail.com
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Blue Heart Project
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Continuous Notification of Nondiscrimination
The School District of Hillsborough County does not discriminate nor tolerate harassment on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, genetic information
or pregnancy in its educational programs, services or activities, or in its hiring or employment practices; and it will take immediate action to eliminate such harassment, prevent its recurrence, and address its effects. The district also provides equal
access to its facilities to the Boy Scouts and other patriotic youth groups, as required by the Boys Scout of America Equal
Access Act.
The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
Dr. Pansy Houghton, Executive Officer, HR Compliance
Division of Human Resources
901 East Kennedy Boulevard
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 272-4097
pansy.houghton@sdhc.k12.us
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Helpful Links
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mySPOT: Student
Vision Statement
Tampa Bay Technical High School will provide a caring
and educationally rigorous experience to develop
successful students.
Parent Online Toolkit
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Hillsborough County
Public Schools
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Tampa Bay Tech
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Edsby
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TBT Guidance
Mission Statement
Tampa Bay Technical High School will maintain the
highest standards of excellence for all students as they
acquire career and academic knowledge to become life
-long learners and productive citizens.
Department
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TBT School
Psychologist
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TBT Media Center
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TBT Magnet
Programs
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TBT Technical
Programs
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SDHC Calendars
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@TBTechHS
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Tampa By Technical High School (TBT) was established
in 1969 as Tampa Bay Vocational Technical School.
TBT’s program is now an exceptional blend of
academic rigor and technical relevance. A dedicated
faculty provides instruction in everything from
advanced placement to certified technical skill courses.
The campus resembles a community college campus
with large laboratory facilities for several unique
technology programs. The students must apply to this
school and transportation is provided.
Tampa Bay Technical
High School
6410 Orient Road
Tampa, FL 33610
813.744.8360
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