Monday, May 07, 2007

DAILY BULLETIN
CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL
www.bridgeportcentral.org

Volume 09 – No. 05

Monday, May 7, 2007

TODAY IS B DAY- Periods 2, 3, 5 and 7.

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!
· Seniors that still need to take the Math CAPT assessments for graduation, the test will take place this Wednesday, May 9th. Details to follow.
· As the weather gets nicer, the possibility for cutting classes or not coming to school increases. Please carefully consider your choices. This is not in your best interest as it will affect your education which is very important if you are serious about being successful in life. Make good choices for you and your family!
· All students should make sure that our school has your correct address and phone numbers. This is very important in case of an emergency or when we need to mail literature to your home; especially next year’s schedule. Please go to your house office and make any necessary changes.
· Detention for today is makeup day for “C House.” For your benefit, make up for your detention!
TEACHERS AND STAFF
· 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.
· save the date! The end of year party will be held on Thursday, June 14th at Testo’s. We will be honoring our retirees at this time. Show your Central spirit and plan on attending this fabulous social event. What a great way to end the year! Details to follow.
· Please teachers: All display cases (main lobby and “house offices”) must be emptied by no later than this Wednesday, May 9th. The Visual Arts Department is preparing for the annual Arts Festival. Thank you in advance for your cooperation!
STUDENTS, TEACHERS AND STAFF
· This week is College Awareness Week! Please pick up a list of events in the Main Office.
· The Interact Club will meet tomorrow, May 8th after school in room F209. Election for next year will be discussed. All members are urged to attend.
· The Caribbean Club is hosting Cricket matches today, May 7th and Friday, May 11th @ 2:45 p.m. on the Madison Avenue gate softball field. All students are invited! See Ms Cunning in room B209 for more information.
· The Biology Club will meet after school today, May 7th in room C206.
· ATTENTION ALL FORMER READ SCHOOL HORIZON STUDENTS: Please sign up your e-mail address in the main office for an upcoming reunion. E-mails will be collected during the week.
· ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS: An electronic device was found in the outdoor parking lot between the softball field and tennis courts. If you believe it is yours, please leave a detailed written description of the lost item with the ladies in the main office.
· Fairfield University has formed a collaboration with Bridgeport High Schools to offer a free camp for students. The camp is designed to broaden access to Science education through hands on laboratory investigations with professors and scientists at Fairfield U. Transportation and meals will be provided for the week long camp in July. See Mr. Andrade or Ms. Pearson for an application. The deadline to apply is this Friday, May 11th.
· Anyone interested in being in the CHS Marching Band next year, please pick up a sign-up slip on the band room door. Fill one out today!
· Spring job and career fair! This Wednesday, May 9th from 3 to 6 p.m. at Bassick High School. Meet representatives from businesses, get information about future training and talk to people with all the answers! Bring your updated resume (the Career Center can help you with that), 2 blue or black pens, dress appropriately and a wear a nice smile! See the career staff or call Ms. Curcio @ 203-576-7369.
· Any student who is interested in going to the Body Exhibition trip at the South Street Seaport in NYC on Wednesday, May 23rd, please see Ms. Riti or Mr. Denton for a permission slip.
· “No Child Left Behind” vocabulary word for the day: Empirical (adjective) – Based on experience or personal observation. Although many people believe in ESP, scientists have found no empirical evidence of its existence. SYNONYMS: Practical, factual; observed.
· Happy Birthday to: Joshua Beecher, Kattiria Figueroa, Tyree Gousse, Kaleff Johnson, Joann Outhavong and Julia Weldon-Hall.
FRESHMAN

SOPHOMORES
· The sophomore class will be collecting dues during all lunch waves until further notice.
JUNIORS
· Tickets for the Ring Dance are sold out. Tickets will be distributed May 10th through the 15th in the ticket booth during all lunch waves.
· The ring man will be here to collect payments on May 17th and 18th. Ring service days will be on May 21st and 22nd for any problems you might have with your ring.
· Any junior who is attending the ring dance, please pick up your early dismissal slips from your “house office.” For any junior who has not paid for their ticket, see Ms. McNeil or Ms. Boehm immediately. If you are bringing a guest, please submit their name to Ms. Boehm or Ms. McNeill by this Friday, May 11th.
· If you are running for the Junior Ring Dance Prince or Princess, please meet with Ms. McNeill and Ms. Boehm tomorrow, May 8th, after school.
· 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
· Any senior who has not paid for their cap and gown, please see Felicia ASAP.
· The last day to purchase your prom ticket is Monday, May 21st. NO EXCUSES…NO EXTENTIONS!
· Seniors planning to run for king or queen should attend a mandatory meeting this Wednesday, May 9th after school in room C118.
· Our last Senior Class meeting will be this Wednesday, May 9th. All should attend.
· Any senior who owe obligations, please see Therese in the main office ASAP. Do not wait until last minute as this could result in not being able to participate in the graduation ceremonies. Same goes for if you owe obligations to the library. Pay your library obligations to the library. Please pay any obligations immediately!
PTSO
· The PTSO is hosting a “Post Prom Party” after the prom @ Central High School from 12 to 4 a.m. Our own DJ “Shaq” will provide the music, there will be breakfast/brunch served and LOTS OF FUN! Tickets will be on sale in the main lobby. The cost is $5. WE NEED VOLUNTEERS! Please see Brenda Walker.
· The PTSO will be sponsoring a spring clean-up fundraiser. Items to be collected will be usable and wearable clothing, shoes, household items made of fabric, accessories (pocketbooks, belts, hats and scarves) stuffed animals and hard toys. The drop-off date is Tuesday, May 22nd, in the CHS gym from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Please pack items in large plastic bags.
· Parents, teachers and students: Let your voices be heard at the next PTSO meeting tomorrow evening, May 8th @ 6:30 p.m. Everyone is encouraged to come!
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.
· Senior scholarship awards will be held on Wednesday, June 6th @ 6:30 p.m. in the auditorium.
· Seniors of Cape Verdean descent should see Ms. Carpenter for a Cape Verdean Scholarship Application. Applications are due by May 31st.
· 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. The deadline to apply is today, May 7, 2007.
· The SUCCESS Program (Students Undertaking College Career Enhancing Study Skills) is offered to freshmen at Sacred Heart University. This is a free residential program where students supplement their education with classes to develop study skills. There are many activities as well. There is a limited number of student’s that can be accepted. Please see Mr. Moran in the magnet office or Mr. Anastasio in Tech Ed. for an application. This program runs from July 8th to July 20th. This is an excellent opportunity for freshmen with average to below-average grades to improve their study skills, as well as other academic areas.
SPORTS

TEAM DATE Vs. Away/Home

V. Baseball Monday, 5-7-07 Staples@ 3:45 p.m. Home
Wednesday, 5-9-07 Trinity Catholic @ 3:45 p.m. Away
Friday, 5-11-07 Ridgefield @ 3:45 p.m. Home

J.V. Baseball Monday, 5-7-07 Staples @ 3:45 p.m. Home
Wednesday, 5-9-07 Trinity Catholic @ 3:45 p.m. Away
Friday, 5-11-07 Ridgefield @ 3:45 p.m. Home

Boys V. Volleyball Monday, 5-7-07 Greenwich @ 4 p.m. Home
Wednesday, 5-9-07 Danbury @ 4 p.m. Away
Friday, 5-11-07 Ffld. Warde @ 4 p.m. Away

Boys J.V. Volleyball Monday, 5-7-07 Greenwich @ 5:30 p.m. Home
Wednesday, 5-9-07 Danbury @ 5:30 p.m. Away
Friday, 5-11-07 Ffld. Warde @ 4 p.m. Away

Boys V. Tennis Monday, 5-7-07 Westhill @ 4 p.m. Away
Tuesday, 5-8-07 New Canaan @4 p.m. Home
Thursday, 5-10-07 Danbury @ 4 p.m. Away

Boys V. Lacrosse Tuesday, 5-8-07 Westhill @ 4 p.m. Home
Friday, 5-11-07 Stamford @ 3:30 p.m. Away

Boys V. Outdoor Track Tuesday, 5-8-07 New Canaan @ 4 p.m. Away

V. Softball Monday, 5-7-07 Staples @ 4 p.m. Away
Wednesday, 5-9-07 Trinity Catholic @ 3:45 p.m. Home
Friday, 5-11-07 Ridgefield @ 4 p.m. Away

J.V. Softball Monday, 5-7-07 Staples @ 4 p.m. Away
Wednesday, 5-9-07 Trinity Catholic @ 3:45 p.m. Home
Friday, 5-11-07 Ridgefield @ 4 p.m. Away

Girls V. Outdoor Track Monday, 5-7-07 Westhill @ 4 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.

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