DAILY BULLETIN
CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL
www.bridgeportcentral.org
Volume 07 – No. 12
Monday, March 19, 2007

TODAY IS C DAY- Periods 3, 1, 4 and 6.

ANNOUNCEMENTS – ALL STUDENTS & STAFF
PRINCIPALS MESSAGE
· All students, it is through your hard work that will make Central High School one of the best high schools in the state!
· All students should continue to work hard to improve on your grades. It is not too late to improve and have the high grades that you expect. Just a reminder of our district mission to graduate all students’ college ready and prepared to succeed in life!
· Make-up’s for the CAPT will be today, March 19th and tomorrow, March 20th @ 8:20 a.m. and 1 p.m. in the library.
· Students, regarding our metal detectors, it has now become part of our procedure for admittance into the building. Please arrive to school on time before the 7:53 bell to avoid detention.
· The use of vulgar language has been used less by our students throughout the school day. Thank you! This type of behavior is unacceptable and will not be tolerated!
· No student is allowed to park in the Staff Parking Lot in the back of the building. If this continues to happen, you will lose your privileges of bringing your car to school. Please adhere to this simple request.
· Students that have not been reporting to study hall, as well as those cutting class, have been receiving detention. However, you will now receive an OSS.
· Please do not leave your jackets, books or book bags in the classrooms. Once the doors are closed, you will not be able to retrieve your belongings.
· I have noticed that more and more students are wearing their ID cards. As a reminder, this is for your safety!
· A continuous reminder to all students that if you are “seen” with any hats or electronic devices, you will be asked for them. Also, no card playing in school.
· A reminder to all students: If you can not make your scheduled detention day, speak with you house principal for a Thursday or Friday detention.
· Any student, unless you are in an after school activity or sport, you are to leave the building at dismissal. The late bus is provided only for detention and those students participating in after-school activities.
· Let’s keep our school clean! Please do not walk around with any food or drink. Additionally, some of our neighbors have been complaining about the trash outside of the building. Let’s keep our area and Bridgeport clean…Don’t litter!
TEACHERS AND STAFF
· Teachers, please limit passes throughout the day. There are far too many students roaming the corridors, especially during periods 6 & 7. After 2 p.m. daily, there should be no passes unless it is an extreme emergency.
· The Class of 2008 will be having their Ring Dance on Friday, May 18th at The Villa Rosa in Waterbury, CT. If anyone plans on attending, please place a note in Ms. McNeill’s or Ms. Boehm’s mailbox or you can send them an e-mail, no later than April 5th.
· Soup is on for today, March 19th! The featured soup is “Bennigan’s Baked Potato Soup!” There will be a new bread that will make you say “cheese!” Cheddar Jalapeño Bread will be baked fresh. A cup of soup along with a slice of bread is $2.25 and a quart with two slices of bread is $5. Delicious!
STUDENTS, TEACHERS AND STAFF
· There will be a smoking cessation program put on by the Teen Health Center along with St. Vincent’s Hospital. This free program is for all students who wish to quit smoking. It will be held March 20th through March 26th. Please stop by the Ten Health Center in Room B103 to sign up. Prizes will be given away to the students who attend.
· All TCP Scholars: The college tour that has been rescheduled to visit Fairfield University will occur this Thursday, March 22nd @ 9 a.m. See Mr. Brockenberry in Room E212 for forms and calendars.
· Do you struggle in Math? Come to Gear-Up for Math tutoring every Tuesday and Thursday @ 2:40 p.m. in Room E212.
· The Girl’s Softball try-out will begin today, March 19th promptly at 2:50 p.m. in the gym. Please bring the necessary paperwork or you will not be able to try-out.
· FCCLA Fashion Club will meet today, March 19th @ 2:35 p.m. in Room F203. Only members are to attend! All models must attend the next 4 rehearsals or you will not be able to participate in the fashion show. Ladies, remember to bring your heels.
· The FCCLA fashion show is scheduled for April 5th @ 6 p.m. Mark your calendars! You may purchase your tickets from any FCCLA member or advisor, Ms. Griffin or Ms. Williams. Thank you for your support!
· ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS! It’s back! The Central Junior Police! If you ever had the desire to become a police officer or medical assistant, then this is for you. Come test your strength at one of the most intense physical training programs in the city. For more information, see Officer Harrison in the security office.
· “No Child Left Behind” vocabulary word for the day: Prolific (adjective) – Producing many offspring or creations. With more than three hundred books to his credit, Isaac Asimov was one of the most prolific writers of all time. SYNONYMS: Fruitful; abundant.
· Happy Birthday to: Lidiane Fernandes, Lakeem Jetter, Kelly Maloney, Paige Mayo, Rebecca Mylen, Thi Nguyen, Karim Palmer, Julio Rivera, Hannah Robison and Eudou Torchon.
FRESHMAN

SOPHOMORES

JUNIORS
· Please pick up your class of 2008 information packets from Ms. Boehm or Ms. McNeill. This packet contains important information regarding the Ring Dance, Senior Banquet and the Prom.
· The Ring Dance is fast approaching! The balance for your tickets are due ASAP; no later then Thursday, April 5th. No ticket will be sold after that date. The cost is $80. Those students who made deposits for the bus, the bus has been cancelled and your deposits will be put toward the cost of your tickets.
· The next dates the ring man will be here to take orders and collect payments will be on April 12th and 13th, then again on May 17th and 18th. Ring service days will be on May 21st and 22nd for any problems you might have with your ring.
· All 11th grade students must get a physical! The blue physical form was mailed home on January 17th. This form needs to be filled out by the parent or guardian and your doctor. This form should be returned to the school nurse. All doctor appointments must be made for after school hours. Sport physicals are acceptable; obtain a copy from your coach. If you do not have health insurance, sign up with our School Based Health Center to get your physical done there. Only those student’s that turn in their physical will be eligible to obtain their senior schedule.
SENIORS
· Prom invitations are on sale from Ms. Maltese in Room C118. For the seniors who paid their dues, the cost is $75. For those seniors who have not paid their dues, the cost is $100. First come, first serve. The banquet tickets will go on sale on April 1st. The cost will be announced soon.
· Caps and gowns are on sale for $30. The payment deadline will be on Monday, June 11th. Please see Felicia in “C” House ASAP so she can place the orders.
· Seniors, please pick up your form for your diploma from your English teacher or in the main office. Complete and return to Ms. Yvonne in the main office.
PTSO

GUIDANCE
· Seniors looking into scholarships should go to our website at www.bridgeportcentral.org. Click on DEPARTMENTS, then GUIDANCE, then SCHOLARSHIP LISTINGS. You can apply online or pick up applications in the Career Center or the Magnet Office. The list will be constantly revised as new scholarships come in, so visit it weekly.
· Job training program – Neighborhood studios is a program for 13 – 19 year old students interested in performing arts, media and fine arts. Classes are held for 13 week semesters @ The Music and Arts Center on Barnum Avenue. This program is free! See Mr. Moran in the Magnet Office for a registration form.
· UCONN Mentoring Program is a summer residential program from July 9th thru July 27th for sophomores and juniors. All different mentorship areas are available. You must be in the top 25% of your class with a 3.0 GPA.
· JUNIORS: There will be a trip to Central Connecticut State University on April 9th. You must have at least a 2.5 GPA. You can obtain a permission slip from counselors Ms. Dougherty in “S” House or Ms. Morrone in “C” House.
· Project Oceanology (Ocean Diversity Institute) is a 1 week free residential program during the April vacation for students interested in marine science at the Coast guard Academy. This is available for current freshman and sophomores. The deadline to apply is March 30th. See Mr. Moran in the Magnet Office for an application.
· SAT – May 5, 2007: Please register by March 29th.
· ACT – June 9, 2007: Please register by May 4th.
· Tech Prep Program – This program is for juniors and seniors to earn up to 12 college credits from Housatonic Community College. This includes mathematics, science, communication and a career course. Please see your Guidance Counselor for requirements. Deadline to apply is March 27th.
· Middle College Program – Seniors can participate in this program to earn two college credits in Math and English at Housatonic Community College. See your Guidance Counselor for requirements. Deadline to apply is March 27th.
SPORTS
TEAM DATE Vs. Away/Home

Boys V. Baseball (scrimmage) Friday, 3-23-07 Shelton @ 3 p.m. Away

District Mission:
The mission of the Bridgeport Public Schools and its supporting community is to graduate all students “college ready” and prepare to succeed.