The Baron Times
Jan. 15, 2018 VOL. 18
Bonita Vista High School
Thank you for visiting our weekly staff and parent newsletter. We are having a great start to semester two! Please stay tuned for important school information as we are closely approaching testing for various grade levels and academic programs.
- Dr. Del Rosario, Principal
SCHOOL HIGHLIGHTS
Congrats to our Competitive Cheer Team!
SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Baronial Dance 2018 "A Million Dreams" on February 3rd
See what our amazing Media class is producing... BVTV!
Counseling Center Announcements
Why You Should Fill Out the FAFSA
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
Reasons to fill out a FAFSA:
1. It’s FREE! The FAFSA is free to complete and there school counselors are available to help with the application process.
2. First step toward getting financial aid for college, career school
3. Qualify for various scholarships and grants
4. Low-interest and forgivable federal loans
5. Gain an admissions edge
Seniors: Need $$$ for College? Apply for Scholarships!
Scholarship bulletins are posted on our school website, Jupiter grades program, and on twitter@bv_scholarships.
Scholarship Counselor: Olga Castro - Olga.castro@sweetwaterschools.org
Fall Student Support Groups
Our Fall student support groups are in session. We are serving over 150 students in a variety of groups: Positive Thinking, Girls-to-Women, Boys-to-Men, Body Image, Sexual Orientation, and Family. These group counseling sessions are helpful in assisting our students learn to better address their personal situations and increase their coping skills and resiliency. Confidentiality of a student’s participation must be highly maintained. For more information about support groups, please contact your student's counselor.
Athletics Department Announcements
Athletic Director Message to Parents:
As you all know, athletics does not stop for breaks. All of our teams had a full slate of games and tournaments over the three week break. Thank you to the families who came out and support our student athletes. There are two calendars attached and they also run long so make sure to scroll down on each one to get all the information. They run from Dec 18 through Jan 12th.
Thank you,
Jason Murphy
BVHS Athletic Director
Sports Clearance System
Parents,
Please don’t wait for the last second to clear your son or daughter for Winter sports. Registration is open now. Please visit registermyathlete.com or bonitavistabarons.com to get started. If your son or daughter would like to play sports for the high school, they need to go to our ASB and get a clearance packet. The following sports are offered during the Winter season: Boys and Girls Basketball, Boys and Girls Soccer, Boys and Girls Wrestling, Roller Hockey and Girls Water Polo.
Academic Support
Teachers and Parents:
Library Media Center
Official Hours: 7:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. (Afterschool Homework Center is usually open until 4:30 for tutoring, homework, group projects, and computer use on Monday through Thursday and most Fridays.) Studies show that students who read do better on standardized tests. The LMC has a wide selection of new books. Please view the flyer below for more information about the LMC:
- Online library resources
- Online textbook access
- Care of textbooks
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Library volunteers
Library Teacher
Mary Anderson
(619) 397-2030
T.E.A.M. Tutoring
Days: Monday – Thursday
Hours: 2:20– 4:20 pm
Location: Cafeteria
Contact Info:
Mr. Steve Wiggs - T.E.A.M. Tutoring Coordinator
BVH Academic Support & Parent Resource Center - Rm. 1203
(619) 397-2033
Homework Center
Days: Monday – Friday
Hours: 2:20– 4:20 pm
Location: Library
Contact Info:
Mrs. Mary Anderson - Teacher/Librarian
(619) 397-2030
Parent Announcements
Parent Involvement
Support Your Bonita Vista High Parent-Teacher-Student Association (PTSA)
Next Semester Meetings are scheduled as follows:
- Thursday, February 22, 2018
- Thursday, April 26, 2018
Meetings are held in the school cafeteria at 6:30 PM
BVH 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 goals and objectives based on student data and the Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP).The School Site Council is comprised of the principal, teachers, non-classroom staff, parents, and students. School Site Council are public meetings and open attendance is welcome. If you would like to attend a meeting, please contact Rosalinda Gutierrez at (619) 397-2070.
BVH English Learner Advisory Committee
Jupiter Grades Support
Jupiter Grades Video Tutorial
School Meal Menus on the YumYummi App
School nutrition menus are now available on the YumYummi app for mobile devices! We are dedicated to supporting the academic success and healthy eating habits of our students, with the goal of promoting life-long healthy behaviors.
Click here for more information.
Meal Prices: All students who qualify for free and reduced meals are provided breakfast and lunch at no cost. Supper at select schools is free to all students
Please Join the Celebration... SWC Cutting Ribbon Ceremony to new Wellness Center & Aquatic Complex
Southwestern College is celebrating the grand opening of its new Wellness Center & Aquatic Complex. For years the community has been eager to see what would be built on the SWC campus corner. Come see!
- The celebration begins Wednesday, Jan. 31, 2018
- 4:30 p.m. in Room 15313
- Tours and reception immediately following
Join The Journey To Zero Waste
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.
BVH Mission Statement
The mission of Bonita Vista High School, a distinctive and vibrant international community of leaders, is to ensure all students thrive and successfully contribute to a global society through a system of learning distinguished by:
· Rigorous, comprehensive, and enriching academic programs
· Diversified extra-curricular programs designed to engage and inspire all students
· A safe learning environment
· A culture that fosters intellectual risk-taking and the exploration of new ideas
· Individuals whose actions are guided by integrity, honesty, and respect
· Partnerships with students, staff, families, and community members
· A tradition of excellence and Baron Pride
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