News Letter
by Stan Miller
October 21, 2009
Parent Newsletter Bovina High School
Principal’s Corner
Principal’s Notes by Dale Fullerton
I hope everyone has had a great beginning to the 2009 year. I would like for all of our parents to know that we will be gearing up for the TAKS test which is the last week in April. This is very important to each student at Bovina High School. To graduate a student must pass all TAKS test as a junior. It also allows students to be eligible for the Optional Flexible Year Program, which means finishing school May 14th instead of May 28th.
As we anticipated the first semester has gone extremely well. I would like to thank the entire faculty and staff for a job well done.
Throughout the first semester of school, I have enjoyed the collaborative efforts of our students, parents and staff. It is my hope that this effort will continue throughout the 2009-2010 school year. I strongly believe that parents play a key role in contributing to a student’s academic success. Your support, encouragement and involvement contribute significantly to your student having a successful educational experience here at Bovina High School. We are fortunate and appreciative of our parent groups that do so much for our Bovina High School students and staff. Without their involvement, many of the important programs that contribute to student success would not be possible. I encourage all parents to join and participate in one of our Bovina High Booster groups which include our Athletic Booster Club and the Band Booster Club.
I look forward to the upcoming semester and will continue to stress the importance of communication among our students, parents, faculty and staff. Communication between all segments of the school community is the basis of all improvement for both the students and the school. I will continue to have an open door policy and will welcome any visits or phone calls.
I am happy to report that we have a 96.53% attendance rate which is an outstanding percentage. We also have two students with perfect attendance. We appreciate you getting your students to school. When they are gone it is very hard for them to catch up.
"A” Honor Roll for 2nd Six Weeks
Alicia Lopez
Francisco Guevara
Jonathan Roldan
Heather Miller
Kimberly Casas
Daniela Flores
Dorian Vela
Edwin Velo
Jake Brozek
David Martinez
66 of our 152 students are on the A or the A/B Honor Roll
Perfect Attendance:
Dorian Vela
Juan Garcia
Please continue to encourage your student to do their very best. It is very important that they get all of their credits so that they can graduate on time. We are very proud of our students’ at Bovina High School and look forward to another outstanding semester.
Expectations of Students at Bovina High School
- Students will be at school, on time to class, and ready to learn.
- Students will have all required books, materials, and supplies when they enter the classroom.
- Students will be respectful to the teachers, adults, (or guest) and other students in the school.
- Students will respect school property and the property of other students.
- Students will follow the rules, and the dress/grooming code set by the school and district.
- Students will contribute to a positive school and classroom environment where learning can take place and all students can be successful.
Counselor’s Corner
Counselor’s Notes by Rocio Mata
The fall semester has come and gone, and many important things have happened at Bovina High School. During this semester, your child had the opportunity to attend a College and Career Day here on our campus. They were able to visit at least two different career fields and one college/university. We had great collaboration from professionals around the area. They enjoyed visiting with our students and commented about how well behaved our students were. We are working to provide a college-minded atmosphere on our campus, and we appreciate all of your assistance.
For our students to be ready to attend college, we need to make sure they are taking rigorous classes, passing the TAKS test and taking the appropriate college entrance exams like ACT/SAT. During the fall semester, the juniors had the opportunity to take the PSAT, and now they need to be registering to take the ACT/SAT. Juniors and seniors will have the opportunity to take the ASVAB test on January 4. I have sent a brochure home for your information.
The senior students have worked on scholarships essays and a resume of their high school activities. This will assist them when they are working on scholarship applications. I will continue working with them on admission applications during the spring semester, and we will have a financial aid night with a college representative to assist in completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
ACT Test Dates
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Test Dates |
Registration Deadline |
Late Registration |
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February 6, 2010 |
January 5 |
January 6 – 15 |
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April 10, 2010 |
March 5 |
March 6 – 19 |
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June 12, 2010 |
May 7 |
May 8 - 21 |
LATE START AND SCHOOL CANCELATION
Be sure to check these news sources on TV and Radio for information in this regard.
KVII TV Chan 7 – Amarillo
KFDA TV Chan 10 - Amarillo
KMAR TV Chan 4 - Amarillo
KGNC Radio – Amarillo
School phone number – 251-1317 ext 223
District Web Page
Be sure to visit the Bovina ISD website for updates and upcoming events.
Bovina High School Weekly Bulletin
March 1-5, 2010
“BUILDING THE FUTURE ONE STUDENT AT A TIME”
CALENDAR OF EVENTS:
MARCH
3 – ELA TAKS
3 – Financial Aid Night, MS lab, 4-6
5 – 5th Six Weeks Progress Grades Due (Sem 2 Cycle 2)
5 – Spanish Festival (Festival Romanico)
8 – 12 Tel Pas Testing Week
9 – STUCO District 1 Convention
11 – UIL Concert & Sightreading Contest, Sundown
14 – Daylight Saving Time
15-19 Spring Break
20 – Chamber of Commerce Banquet
22 – School Resumes
29 – Spring Pictures
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Student Council Executive Meetings – Every Tuesday during lunch in the AG shop.
Student Council General Meetings – Every Wednesday, 3:33 in the AG shop.
Jan 5 – March 9: Tuesday Sectional Rehearsals – Band Hall
ELA & EXIT LEVEL TAKS – TAKS testing begins at 8:30 on Wednesday, March 3rd. Seniors will report to school for 5th period unless scheduled to retest in the morning. 1st breakfast will start at 7:30, there will be no 9:10 breakfast served
FINANCIAL AID NIGHT - Will be held on Wednesday, March 3rd in the MS lab from 4:00 – 6:00. Parents and students who wish to fill out the FAFSA on line need to make sure they have all necessary paperwork on hand. If you have any questions, please contact Rocio Mata.
5th SIX WEEKS PROGRESS GRADES: Progress grades are due by noon on Friday, March 5th.
SPANISH FESTIVAL: Spanish Festival will be held in Portales at the ENMU campus on Friday, March 5 beginning at 9:00. Students will compete in one or more of these areas: Art, Poetry, Skits; Videos and Talent Show.
CHEERLEADING TRYOUTS – Tryouts will be held on March 25 at 5:00 at the HS gym. Please pick up a cheerleading application from Ms. Borunda or Amy Montemayor.
