Howler Hub
Vol. 3 Edition 38
New Information for this Week
Through the Eyes of Coyotes: A CCHS Visual Art Exhibition
Tonight would have been our 1st Annual Visual Art Exhibition, so we are bringing the amazing art of our students to you, virtually! The Cypress Creek Conservatory of Fine Arts presents, Through the Eyes of Coyotes
Senior Yard Signs Donated & Delivery Information!
Virtual Senior Breakfast!
Senior Send-Off!
Interested in helping out, but can't attend physically? Donate by CLICKING HERE!
How Will You Watch Virtual Graduation & How Will You Get Your Diploma?
Diplomas will be mailed the week after the Virtual Graduation. Seniors families, please take a moment to verify that your address is correct in MyStudent. If you need it to be changed, please email gperez@pasco.k12.fl.us
Virtual Howlabration Ceremonies!
On May 22nd at 10am we will release our Virtual Howlabration ceremonies.We will recognize 3rd quarter honor roll, students of the week, and content area award recipients. You can access these ceremonies via social media and our website.
8th Grade Promotion Ceremony - 8am
9th - 11th Grade Howlabration - 10am
6th & 7th Grade Howlabration - 12pm
8th Grade Promotion Ceremony
8th Grade Send Off!
Share Your Feedback with Pasco County Schools
Pasco Schools district leaders want to learn more about what parents are experiencing during this time of remote learning to better improve our district’s communication and support.
Please click here to take a short 2-3 minute survey.
· Completing this survey is voluntary and all responses are anonymous.
· Remember to click SUBMIT at the end of the survey to make sure your responses are received!
Parents/Guardians: If you have more than one child in the Pasco County Schools district, take the survey once per child. (Example: Click on the survey link and answer all questions as they relate to your first child. When finished, click SUBMIT, then click survey link again to take a second time, answering all questions related to second child.)
Your voice is critical in helping leaders across Pasco County Schools better understand what is working well and what can be improved during this time. We are looking forward to your feedback!
High School Growlers!
Middle School Growlers!
Staff of the Week
Melanie Riggle
Kaitlin Agliano
Marydell Joyce
Jennifer Welling
Students of the Week
Tyler Johnston - Congratulations surpassing your pace in your online class! I am so proud of you for working so hard!
Luis Garcia - Congratulations on 3 of your online courses and surpassing your pace in the other two! Great Job!
Fabio Castillo - Congratulations on completing your online class!
Giovanni Gonzalez-Fisher - Giovanni has been working extremely hard since Distance Learning in Apex. He signed into Apex almost daily, and worked diligently to recover his courses. I am so very proud of him, and know he will continue to work just as hard once back on Campus.
Way to go Gio!!
Samuel Pearson - Samuel has registered for 3 online courses since January. He already has completed 2 and he is half way the 3rd course. He works hard and submits assignment way ahead of time. He is an excellent student and a joy to have in ones classroom.
UPDATES & REMINDERS!
SENIOR PEP RALLY VIDEO!
Schedule Announced for Student Pick-Up/Drop-Off of Items
MS & HS Event & Refund Updates!
Prom & Water Day - Cancelled. Refunds should be received by families by 5/8/20
The Growlers - available via Youtube link on social media & website since May 11th
9th-11th Grade Howlabration is scheduled virtually, May 22nd at 10am.
6th & 7th Grade Howlabration is scheduled virtually, May 22nd at noon.
8th Grade Promotion Ceremony is scheduled virtually, May 22nd at 8 AM.
Senior Breakfast is scheduled virtually, May 26th at 9am.
Grad Bash, Gradventure, SAT School Day - Cancelled. Refunds should have already been received.
Graduation (Virtual) - June 3rd at 8pm - will be broadcast via Facebook Live & a Youtube link.
Graduation (Physical) - August 12th at 7pm
Please reach out to Lorraine McKinney at lmckinne@pasco.k12.fl.us if you have a question about refunds.
Home Education Updates!
TECHNOLOGY
Need a School Issued Computer? Need Assistance with Technology?
If you have a question about technology, or if you still need a computer or are having problems with your computer, please submit your request for help by clicking this link. Mrs. Calderon will reach out to you after receiving your help ticket.
BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS & DISTANCE LEARNING
Code of Conduct for Distance Learning
Digital Citizenship:
Please note that the Student Code of Conduct is still in effect during Distance Learning. Students who breach the SCOC will receive consequences which may result in referrals that will be a part of a student's permanent record.Plagiarism & Consequences:
If students plagiarize their work, their teacher will reach out and make the student re-do the assignment and resubmit. If students plagiarize a second time, then our Discipline Assistants, Mr. Davis & Ms. Ortiz, will be reaching out to assign consequences that students will have to complete prior to moving on with the assignments in that course.
Truancy During Distance Learning:
Students are expected to have good attendance during Distance Learning. What does this look like? To put it simply, it means logging on and completing your work for the weekly module in each of your classes.
COMMUNITY RESOURCES & OTHER INFORMATION
Rent Assistance
Please see below helpful information in regards toPasco county helping you pay your outstanding rent. Hurry, application acceptance process will start this Thursday, May 7th at 9am.
Pasco County has recently received $97 million to provide relief to individuals and small businesses. Today, the Commission released information about the Pasco CARES program which will begin taking applications Thursday at 9:00 a.m. Funding will be distributed to eligible applicants on a first come, first serve basis and can be used to help with rental/mortgage assistance, utilities, internet, and car payments. I’ve provided information about the program below: Pasco CARES Pasco CARES will provide economic support to Pasco County residents who have suffered employment or business interruptions due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The program is designed to help with rent or mortgage payments, utility and phone bills, car payments, and Property Association fees for homeowners. The program will not issue payments directly to applicants. Instead, payments will be sent directly to landlords and utility companies which must be willing to participate in this program. Landlords must be able to provide Pasco County with completed W-9s.. Read the information below, and please apply if you meet the criteria. Due to funding constraints, the county can accept 1,200 online applications on a first-come, first-served basis. The Pasco CARES program will provide one time assistance up to $3,500 per household. Who is eligible for Pasco CARES? To be eligible for assistance, household members must be residents of Pasco County. Mortgage assistance can only be provided to homesteaded properties. Rent assistance requires a current lease. All household members should be listed on your application. Households that don’t qualify for housing assistance may still qualify for other assistance. What documents do I need to apply for Pasco CARES assistance? Every request is unique and will depend on the type of bill and organization that needs to be paid. Your eligibility specialist will be able to provide you more details during your consultation. What happens next? All questions about this program should be directed to Pasco County 727-847-2411. To apply once the application opens, please visit the county website. Thank you for reading this update. Feel free to share this information with friends. Remember, you can always stay in touch with me via email, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Any Pasco County resident who has suffered an economic hardship (i.e. a reduction of or loss of wages) caused directly by COVID-19, and who earns less than 80% of the area median income (as shown in the table) is eligible to apply.
What can the assistance pay for?
Rent payment (contingent on landlord acceptance and current lease)
Mortgage payment for homesteaded residence (contingent on lender acceptance)
Utility bills (water, electric, gas)
Phone bills
Internet
Car payment
Property Association fees for homeowners
Maximum Income Levels - Area Median Income (April 2020)
This table depicts the maximum income level according to household size.
Income Level 80% AMI Household Size
1
$39,400
2
$45,000
3
$50,650
4
$56,250
5
$60,750
6
$65,250
To speed the process, please have the following available:
After you submit your application you will receive an email confirmation.
An intake specialist will contact you within 2 business days to review any additional documentation that may be needed.
*Please understand additional information may be requested and required after your application has been reviewed. You will have an opportunity to work with an intake specialist to provide any additional information. We will ask you to provide documentation within 72 hours of speaking with your intake specialist. We appreciate your patience as we help your household recover from COVID-19.
If I’m approved for assistance, how long will it take to pay my bill?
Each request will be processed individually and will depend on the type of bill and organization that needs to be paid.
*The Pasco Cares application will go live at 9 AM Thursday, 5/7.
Sincerely,
Gus Bilirakis
Need Assistance with Food?
Pasco County Schools Feeding Sites Information - CLICK HERE!
Tuesdays, 12pm -1pm - Hot lunches served via a drive thru
Fridays, 2:30pm-6pm - Box of food delivered via a drive thru
The Life Community Center is located at:
6542 Applewood Drive
Wesley Chapel, FL 33544
Contact Info
Website: http://ccmhs.pasco.k12.fl.us/
Location: 8701 Old Pasco Road, Wesley Chapel, FL, United States
Phone: (813) 346-4400
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CypressCreekCoyotes/
Twitter: @thecoyoteway