The Baron Community Times
November 3, 2019 - Volume 14
Bonita Vista High School
Dear BVHS Community and Parents,
Thank you for visiting our weekly staff newsletter.Please continue to visit this weekly newsletter to be informed of all our school highlights and future announcements. I also encourage you to follow us on Twitter by clicking HERE. Have a wonderful week Barons.
Respectfully,
Dr. Roman Del Rosario, Ed.D.
Proud Principal of Bonita Vista High School
School Highlights
Happy Halloween from BVH
Congratulations Speech and Debate at the SDIVSL Tournament
As the sun set over the Carlsbad High School campus, several Baron speech & debaters learned they were finalists in Saturday’s SDIVSL Tournament 1C—Individual Events.
In Varsity Original Advocacy, juniors Ursula Neuner placed 1st and Faith Talamantez placed 7th. In Novice Original Advocacy, 9th grader Eiffel Sunga placed 6th.
In Varsity Impromptu, senior Cameron Bear Loughney placed 3rd. In Novice Original Oratory, 9th grader Giselle Geering earned 1st place and 11th grader Jacob Mensinger finished in 7th.
In Varsity Expository, Cameron Loughney climbed to 2nd place and junior Haley Renee Fagan placed 4th. In Novice Expository, freshmen Stephanie Ling, Daniela Radashkevech, and Thanh-Nha Le finished 1st, 5th, and 6th respectively.
Juniors Renee Fagan and Anoushka Savgur won it all in Varsity Duo Interpretation and Freshman Giselle Geering placed 2nd in Oratorical Interpretation.
Juniors Urusula Neuner and Sammy Elliott placed 4th and 6th in Varsity National Extemp while senior Cameron Loughney placed 3rd in Varsity International Extemp.
Go Girls Valleyball!
Our Barons are Smart Drivers
Start Smart program at BVH with Officer Sanchez. Great turn out of parents and students regarding driving education.
Welcome 19-20 PTSA!
New PTSA Executive Board
President: Kathleen Yetter
1st VP of Programs: Ana Macias
2nd VP of Membership: Laura Shimizu
3rd VP of Ways and Means: Gloria Alonzo
Recording Secretary: Eduardo Sandoval
Treasurer: Open
Auditor: Michelle Loya
Historian: Lulu Castruita
Parent/Teacher Laison: Rosalinda Gutierrez
Principal: Dr. Roman Del Rosario
Our Barons Visited Genech, France
Our Barons just returned from an incredible exchange with a new high school in northern France, the Institut de Genech near Lille, on the border with Belgium. Genech is the oldest (opened in 1894), largest and most prestigious agricultural careers school in France offering over 80 different degrees and diplomas, educating students from the 8th grade to AAs and Bachelors’ degrees. It is a formidable school with three campuses, thousands of students and hundreds of personnel. Studying there was a unique and exceptional educational experience and achievement for our students. They attended rigorous academic classes in French and participated in some of their award winning animal science programs specializing in farm animals, exotic animals, laboratory animals and pets, equestrian science, dairy science, etc. The school is similar to a Cal Poly university than a high school and our students were awed by the variety and rigor of their programs.
Weekly Value
Patience
Patience is not simply the ability to wait- it's how we behave while we're waiting.
School Information
From Counseling Center
Attention all Seniors: Counselors will be available Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays starting the week of October 21st during lunch and after school (2:30-3:30 p.m.) to assist you with college applications. Laptops will be available for use.
Lunch time: Mrs. Tovar, Mrs. Calderon-Magbuhat, and Ms. Torres
After school: Ms. Castro, Mrs. Mata, and Mrs. Serrano
Reminder: Do not wait until the last week before the application deadline; counselors will not be available to help you. Thanksgiving break will take place the last week of November and the UC/CSU application deadline is November 30th.
Access all flyers below:
- Financial Aid night is for Seniors and parents.
- Test dates for SAT/ACT
- Financial Aid flyer from the district – page 1 includes dates of the events + Cash for College dates while page 2 has instructions on how to obtain an FSA ID
Steps to Success in STEM
Sweetwater Union High School District has partnered with the National Math Science Initiative (NMSI) to increase student success in STEM (Math, Science, Computer Science, and English) Advanced Placement courses. The partnership will provide support to AP students, teachers, and the school. Check out the newsletter here for more information.
LGBTQ Youth: You're not alone!
On Jimmie Fallon this week, he had Lucas Hedges as a guest, who is starring in a new movie to be released next Friday called “Boy Erased.” It covers the story of a young teenager who was sent to gay conversion therapy. Lucas Hedges is working with the website Stopearasing.com. This is a 24-hour website that has resources available to youth who need to talk or is seeking help.
The website details many contacts: The Trevor Project, The Trevor Lifeline, National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, Trans Lifeline, and the National Runaway Safeline.
www.thetrevorproject.org/get-help-now
The Trevor Lifeline: 1-866-488-7368
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255
Trans Lifeline: 1-877-565-8860
National Runaway Safeline: 1-800-RUNAWAY
T.E.A.M. Tutoring
Parents: Please encourage your students to attend afterschool T.E.A.M tutoring where they will receive one-on-one academic support in any content area.
Days: Monday - Thursday
Hour 1: 2:26 - 3:25 pm
Hour 2: 3:30 - 4:30 pm
Location: Cafeteria
Contact Info:
Mr. Steve Wiggs - T.E.A.M. Tutoring Coordinator
BVH Academic Support Center
Homework Center
All students have access to the Homework Center where they are welcome to study and complete homework. Students have access to online resources, book resources, computers, and printers.
Monday - Thursday Hours: 2:20 - 4:15 pm
Friday Hours: 12:20 - 1:30 pm
Location: Library
Contact Info:
Program Coordinator - Ms. Godoy
(619) 397-2008 Office Hours (7:00 - 2:00 pm)
(619) 397-2032 Homework Center Hours (2:20 - 4:00 pm)
Saturday School
Saturday School begins promptly at 8:00 am and ends at 12:00 pm. Students who arrive late will not be allowed to attend. Students who are disruptive will be asked to leave and may subject themselves to disciplinary action. Please bring class work and leave all electronic devices that do not pertain to learning at home.
BVTV Daily Video Bulletin
Make sure to check out our student-produced daily video bulletin here. Turn on your TV for daily continuous running announcements. Our BVTV students and Mr. Martinez are doing an amazing job with BVTV!
Parent/Community Information
Youth Action Council
Barons! Mayor Mary Casillas Salas is looking to recruit students for Youth Action Council (YAC). The YAC is composed of Chula Vista high school students in grades 10, 11, or 12. The YAC establishes a communication link between Chula Vista youth and the City Council. Members are primarily engaged in a variety of community service projects that initiate outreach to their neighbors and peers. The YAC also provides opportunities for students to connect with their community and become informed stakeholders. Additionally, students can earn community services hours for those who are looking to fulfill this graduation requirement.
Coffee With The Principal
Wednesday, Nov 13, 2019, 08:30 AM
Bonita Vista High School, Otay Lakes Road, Chula Vista, CA, USA
RSVPs are enabled for this event.
BVH Alumni: We want you!
Your real-world experience will help today’s students find their path. Come back and make a difference - once, twice, or more regularly. Sign up for our alumni network here.
We Need You!
Dear Baron Parents: Now is the time for you to help make a difference in your child's education. Stay involved and volunteer at BVH! Please see the attachments below for more information.
Parents & Community Important Volunteer Information Click here
School Site Council
The role of the School Site Council (SSC) is to annually evaluate, monitor, and implement the school’s Single Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA) which sets our school plan and goals based on student data and the Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP). SSC reviews and approves school expenditures related to Title I funds. The SSC is comprised of the principal, teachers, non-classroom staff, parents, and students. The SSC meets six times throughout the school year. SSC meetings are public meetings and open attendance is welcome.
English Learner Advisory Committee Meetings
Please view/download or 2019-2020 ELAC Meeting Calendar by clicking here.
The English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) is a committee for parents or other community members who want to advocate for English Learners. The overall aim of ELAC is to advise the school staff and School Site Council on programs and services for English Learners and contribute to the development of the SPSA. ELAC meetings are public meetings. Parents are welcome to attend all meetings throughout the year. If you would like to join or attend our ELAC meetings, please contact the school main office at (619) 397-2000.
Submit your student(s) Free and Reduced-Priced Meals Application
Now Accepting Newsletter Submissions!
Is our newsletter missing anything? Now you can submit your stories, highlights, or general information that you would like to see on future volumes. Click the link below to access the form.
Athletic Information
Sports Updates
Please review the pamphlet linked below if your son or daughter plans on participating in any sports.
Sweetwater Information
Sweetwater currents
SUHSD' Sweetwater Currents newsletter has changed to an online platform. This gives us the ability to be even more “current” with news, kudos, media clips, photos from district and school events, and so much more. You can go to http://currents.sweetwaterschools.org and see what we have to offer so far.
On the page now you can read our weekly Sweetwater News Clips, information about the Summer Meals Program, a feature on the recent Parent Symposium, information about community events and even links to our new Sweetwater Stories podcast.
Sweetwater Stars
Has someone at Bonita Vista High School done something great? The Sweetwater Stars program wants to highlight those Barons that shine! We want to recognize the individuals that make a difference and have a positive impact in our school community. To submit a Sweetwater Star, please click here.
BVH a Gold Ribbon School
Bonita Vista High School is recognized as one of California’s Gold Ribbon Schools for 2017. The award reflects our school’s success in creating a positive learning atmosphere for our students. This success is a direct result of our dedicated, creative, and supportive school community.
Bonita Vista High School
Dr. Roman Del Rosario
Principal
Email: roman.delrosario@sweetwaterschools.org
Website: https://bvh.sweetwaterschools.org/
Location: 751 Otay Lakes Road, Chula Vista, CA, United States
Phone: (619) 397-2000
Twitter: @BVHBarons