ZHS Weekly Update
August 30, 2020
Zephyrhills High School is the home of the Bulldogs!
Our vision is that all of our students achieve success in college, career, and life.
Our theme for the 2020-2021 school year is Next Level!
August 30, 2020
Principal's Message
Thank you for a strong first week of school!
This week, the pause ends and parents can change their option of Traditional (brick and mortar) and MSO (MySchoolOnline) for their student(s). As these changes are processed, they will impact the master schedule and course offerings. Additionally, we are still working through the schedule change requests already submitted. As a result of these events, your student's schedule may change. While this is not an ideal situation, your ZHS admin team will work to minimize the impacts of these changes to the best extent possible.
Thank you for your patience in the morning and after school with student drop off, pick up, and in the bus loop area. Please do not use the front bus loop to drop off students. All student drop off should be in the gym parking lot. I appreciate you watching out for student traffic in the gym parking lot and pulling all the way forward toward the gym.
We continue to take many precautions for student and staff safety that include directional/one-way hallways, cleaning supplies in every classroom/work area, social distancing, masks/face barriers worn at all times, Public Service Announcements (in this newsletter, on the daily School Announcements, and more), hand sanitizer all over campus, and more.
We will continue to navigate these challenges and we will have a GREAT year!
We are resilient. We are committed. We are determined. We are Bulldog STRONG!
--Dr. Christina Stanley
#BulldogPRIDE
@ZHS_DrStanley on Twitter
This Week at ZHS
*Underclassmen Fall Picture Day (through English classes), Sports and cheer practices continue after school. (MSO Students will have a separate picture day in October.)
Wednesday, September 2:
*SAC Meeting, Wear your College, Career, AVID, Academy, or Bulldog gear! Cheer practice after school.
Thursday, September 3:
*Teacher PLC meetings
*MSO students last names A-L can check out textbooks from the Media Center from 2:30 to 4 p.m.--No appointment needed.
Friday, September 4:
*Spirit Day--Wear your Bulldog gear or colors!
*The schedule change request form closes.
*MSO students last names M-Z can check out textbooks from the Media Center from 2:30 to 4 p.m.--No appointment needed.
Saturday, September 5:
*ZHS Boys and Girls Cross Country @ Pasco Invite
Coming Soon/Save the Date:
Monday, September 7: *No school--Labor Day.
Tuesday, September 8: *ZHS Volleyball home vs. CCHS
Thursday, September 10: *ZHS JV Football home vs WCHS
Friday, September 11: *Spirit Day, Blood Drive on campus, ZHS Football home vs. Lake Gibson
Congratulations to Emile Limoges!
Way to represent ZHS and Pasco County!
We are so proud of you!
PACE
This is a unique program that provides FREE weekly counseling that is strengths-based and gender responsive to girls under the age of 18 who attend Zephyrhills High School (ZHS) and for girls who have opted for MySchoolOnline (MSO). The Pace Reach therapist meets with girls once a week for face to face sessions at ZHS typically during a girl's elective class period and/or virtually.
For questions regarding enrollment or to schedule an assessment, please call or email our ZHS PACE Reach therapist Brittany Fecht at 813.285.2793 or Brittany.Fecht@pacecenter.org.
Updated Bell Schedule for 20-21
- There will be NO early release days during 1st semester.
- There will be NO activities held with 50 or more students during 1st quarter (i.e. pep rally, dance, large club event).
1st Period 7:20 – 8:18
2nd Period 8:23 – 9:16
Academic Period 9:21 – 9:41
3rd Period 9:46 – 10:39
Lunch A 10:39 – 11:09
Period 4A 11:14 – 12:07
Period 4B 10:44 – 11:37
Lunch B 11:37 – 12:07
5th Period 12:12 – 1:05
6th Period 1:10 – 2:04
Instructions for Accessing MySchoolOnline 20-21
Follow the instructions below to login to your computer.
These instructions are specific to the type of device you are using.
Instructions for logging into myPascoConnect are also included.
Lenovo Computers
1. At the login screen, enter your Student Number in the Username field and your myPascoConnect password in the Password field.
2. Click the Google Chrome icon to launch the Chrome Web Browser.
3. Enter the following address into the address bar located at the top of the browser: https://launchpad.classlink.com/dsbpc
4. Then click enter on the keyboard.
5. Click Sign in to myPascoConnect.
6. Log into myPascoConnect with your Student Number and Password.
7. On the myPascoConnect Dashboard, click the myLearning icon to access your courses.
Apple MacBook Pros
1. At the login screen, enter “guest” in the Username field and “guest” in the Password field.
2. Click the Google Chrome icon to launch the Chrome Web Browser.
3. Enter the following address into the address bar located at the top of the browser: https://launchpad.classlink.com/dsbpc
4. Then click enter on the keyboard.
5. Click Sign in to myPascoConnect.
6. Log into myPascoConnect with your Student Number and Password.
7. On the myPascoConnect Dashboard, click the myLearning icon to access your courses.
If you have questions about accessing the computer or myPascoConnect, please contact Alan Mullins at (813) 794-6135 or lmullins@pasco.k12.fl.us.
MySchoolOnline Directions
Your teacher has a video introduction in their CANVAS/MyLearning course.
You can check the announcements section for their posted Zoom link.
Copy and paste the link in the document above.
**Your teacher will indicate if your class period meets during 4A or during 4B and will post lunch time on the CANVAS/MyLearning page and in their announcements. **
Opt-In to Text Messages
Directional and One-Way Hallways
Go With the Flow and Follow the Signs!
- The flow of traffic in the hallways is going to be directional/one way. Please follow the signs at all times.
- It is important that you plan your route before you walk.
- We know that construction impacts moving around campus and will work with teachers to ensure students have enough time.
- Check out the directional map below to determine how you be able to access your classes.
- The stairwells in Bldg. 26 and B Bldg. (Bldg. 25) are directional/one way as well.
Social distancing will be expected at all times.
Students and staff are expected to follow the signage on all doors and in all hallways.
Need help with your Senior? Contact a member of the 12th grade team!
School Counselor: Julie Moore (jscarcli@pasco.k12.fl.us)
Graduation Coach: Kim Pardo (kpardo@pasco.k12.fl.us)
SOS Instructor: Darlene Lyman (dlyman@pasco.k12.fl.us)
Instructional Assistant/Student Discipline: Rosa Diaz-Martinez (rdiazmar@pasco.k12.fl.us)
Student Services/Attendance Support: Brittany Kerr (bkerr@pasco.k12.fl.us)
College and Career Specialist: April Simons (asimons@pasco.k12.fl.us)
Dropout Prevention Specialist: Lizette Ramos (lsabater@pasco.k12.fl.us)
Need to talk to a member of the 11th grade team? Contact info below.
School Counselor: Shay Jackson (ldjackso@pasco.k12.fl.us)
Graduation Coach: Bryan Thomas (bthomas@pasco.k12.fl.us)
Instructional Assistant/Student Discipline: Rosa Diaz-Martinez (rdiazmar@pasco.k12.fl.us)
Student Services/Attendance Support: Brittany Kerr (bkerr@pasco.k12.fl.us)
College and Career Specialist: April Simons (asimons@pasco.k12.fl.us)
Dropout Prevention Specialist: Lizette Ramos (lsabater@pasco.k12.fl.us)
Need a Locker? Reserve one here!
Dress for Success and Show your School Spirit!
On Fridays at ZHS, all students and staff are encouraged to wear Bulldog gear or Bulldog colors (Orange and Black). Show your school spirit!
Reach out to your 10th grade team! We are here for you!
School Counselor: John Metzger (jmetzger@pasco.k12.fl.us)
Graduation Coach: Chris Barrick (cbarrick@pasco.k12.fl.us)
Instructional Assistant/Student Discipline: Ashley Thompson (aathomps@pasco.k12.fl.us)
Student Services/Attendance Support: Myrtle Blevins (mblevins@pasco.k12.fl.us)
College and Career Specialist: April Simons (asimons@pasco.k12.fl.us)
Dropout Prevention Specialist: Lizette Ramos (lsabater@pasco.k12.fl.us)
9th grade students wanting to join Student Council
Do you want to help run things at ZHS? Do you want to represent your grade and ZHS on campus and out in our community? Would you like to join Student Council?
You'll need to scan this QR code or click the link below to access the packet.
Email Mr. Briggs rbriggs@pasco.k12.fl.us) your completed packet or to set up an appointment to return the completed packet to him in room 26-217.
Link to the packet: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=aaJT4khSVE6bZ7duOoYiIMiTpc-JQ4hLoAk2RCkd6UpUNk1KNkpDRVBQU1o2Mk5EVE5BMVpQVjVMTC4u
Get to know your 9th grade team!
School Counselor: Kristen Gillies
Graduation Coach: Troy Hochstetler (thochste@pasco.k12.fl.us)
Instructional Assistant/Student Discipline: Ashley Thompson (aathomps@pasco.k12.fl.us)
Student Services/Attendance Support: Myrtle Blevins (mblevins@pasco.k12.fl.us)
College and Career Specialist: April Simons (asimons@pasco.k12.fl.us)
Dropout Prevention Specialist: Lizette Ramos (lsabater@pasco.k12.fl.us)
ZHS Sports Tryout Information
**All student-athletes MUST have a fully completed physical packet turned in and cleared BEFORE you may tryout or practice. This packet is found on the ZHS website under the athletics tab. No completed, cleared packet? No tryout. No exceptions.**
Volleyball: Contact Coach Galyan for more information at bgalyan@pasco.k12.fl.us.
Cross Country: Contact Coach Cimorelli for more information at bcimorel@pasco.k12.fl.us.
Boys' Golf: Contact Coach JT Kirk for more information at jkirk@pasco.k12.fl.us.
Girls' Golf: Contact Coach Baldus for more information at gbaldus@icloud.com.
Swim: Contact Coach Cooley at kcooley@pasco.k12.fl.us.
**All student-athletes MUST have a fully completed physical packet turned in and cleared BEFORE you may tryout or practice. This packet is found on the ZHS website under the athletics tab. No completed, cleared packet? No tryout. No exceptions.**
Fees
*You can pay all fees online through Rycor including parking, school lockers, class fees, Grade Level fees, and PE lockers.
*Students will be assigned school lockers & parking spots during the first two weeks of school via lunches. Students will be assigned PE lockers through their PE classes.
*Need a locker? Reserve one here: https://zhs.pasco.k12.fl.us/mform/view.php?id=36069
You will need an active MyStudent parent portal account to be able to participate.
1. Navigate to Pasco County Schools website at www.pasco.k12.fl.us
2. Click on the Parents tab.
3. Under Parent Links/Academic, click on CheckGrades/Attendance.
4. Click the yellow link to create a new Parent Portal.
5. Be sure to complete this process ASAP to be able to participate in Virtual Orientation Day.
Student Parking Passes 20-21
2. All parking passes will be processed and distributed during student lunches in the commons during the first two weeks of school. Ms. Rosa and Ms. Ashley will be available then to assist you. Please do not go to Student Services.
3. You must have copies of your driver's license, current registration, and current proof of insurance to receive your parking pass during lunches.
4. All students, including students who drove last year, must purchase a new parking pass each year and provide updated vehicle information. Parking passes are only good for the school year.
**Students who drive will be permitted to drive and park without a pass for the first week of school.**
Masks Required
*Accommodations will be made for students or staff who have a medical condition that would prevent them from wearing a mask/face covering. Please contact your student's grade level administrator for more information.
Arrival to School in the Morning
- Buses will drop off in the front bus loop off of 12th Street. This loop is CLOSED to all car traffic from 6:45 to 7:25 a.m.
- Student drop off is in the Gym parking lot off of Henry Street. Please pull all the way forward to drop off your student in front of the doors leading to the gym lobby.
- Upon arrival from a car or bus, students must head directly to get their breakfast from the nearest mobile cart or cafeteria line and then to their 1st period class to eat.
- Students who do not eat breakfast at school will be expected to go directly to their 1st period class as soon as they arrive on campus.
- There will be no gathering in the commons, hallways, courtyard, or inside and outside of the cafeteria.
Seating Charts and Sign in Sheets
When in another classroom not on their schedule, students will need to sign in and take a seat as directed by the teacher.
If you have any questions about this, please reach out to your grade level administrator.
Classroom Expectations
- Each student and staff member will help keep ZHS as clean as possible. Inside the classrooms, teachers will have a procedure for the beginning and end of class, as well as a cleaning station with materials.
- Students will have assigned seats in each classroom and are expected to sit in their assigned seat every day.
- Students and teachers will utilize a sign in sheet when inside a classroom or area that is not covered by a seating chart.
- Mask breaks will be permitted by teachers and will be reviewed in class during the first week of school.
Cafeteria and Lunch Expectations
Serving lines:
- Multiple carts and lines will be available for student use.
- Q-tips will be provided so students do not need to touch the keypad to input their number.
- Social distancing guidelines will be followed.
- Students will be eat inside the cafeteria and in the commons. Some teachers will allow students to eat in their classrooms (utilizing the sign in sheet) and will assign seating.
- Seats will be marked in the cafeteria to encourage proper distance. Students should only sit in seats not marked with an 'X'. If students choose to eat in the commons, it is expected that they are seated while eating and maintain 6ft of social distancing.
- All students will be required to be seated if eating. No one is permitted to be standing up or walking when eating their food or snacks. When students are moving, walking, or standing anywhere, students must have their masks on.
Senior Pictures with Leonard's
Make your appointment with Leonard's to get your Senior Photos taken. Visit www.Leonards.com to create your account and set up your appointment today!
Free/Reduced Meal Information
If you are unsure if you qualify, you can also review the income eligibility guidelines on the Pasco County Schools website https://connectplus.pasco.k12.fl.us/do/fns/.
Want more information on the reopening of ZHS and Pasco County Schools?
https://zhs.pasco.k12.fl.us/wp-content/uploads/zhs/2020/07/ZHS-ReOpening-Procedures-2020.pdf
This document will continue to be edited and updated as new guidelines are released.
Click here for the Pasco County Schools Re-Opening Website:
ZHS School Advisory Council (SAC)
What is a School Advisory Council?
- The school Advisory Council is the means for community and parent involvement in and support of the schools.
- The School Advisory Council is composed of the principal, teachers, school staff, parents, business and community representatives, and secondary students.
How can I become a SAC member?
- Elected members of the School Advisory Council include teachers, educational support personnel, parents, and secondary students.
- Members are also appointed to the council by the principal to represent business and the community.
- Students serve as SAC members for a one year term.
- A chairperson is elected annually by the SAC membership.
Any parent, community business member, teacher, or student interested in serving on our SAC committee for the 2020-2021 school year should contact Mrs. McCafferty at (813) 794-6102.
This is a great way to get involved and stay connected to your Bulldog family.
To complete a yearly volunteer application, please visit: http://www.pasco.k12.fl.us/comm/volunteer/
SAC Meetings are held on the 1st Wednesday of each month at 7:45 a.m.
Scheduled dates for the 2020 – 2021 SAC meetings:
- September 2
- October 7
- November 4
- December 2
- January 6
- February 3
- March 3
- April 7
- May 5
Thank you!
Thank you for your patience, support, and encouragement.
The Bulldog Community is unlike any other! Your kindness and generosity is a blessing! #BulldogPRIDE
Contact info
Email: cstanley@pasco.k12.fl.us
Website: zhs.pasco.k12.fl.us
Location: 6335 12th Street, Zephyrhills, FL, USA
Phone: 8137946100
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pascoschools
Twitter: @ZHSBulldogs