ZHS Weekly Update
January 3, 2021
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!
January 3, 2021
Principal's Message
Happy New Year! I celebrated the memories made and lessons learned in 2020--but I am excited for 2021!
Master schedule/Your student's schedule:
Welcome to the 2nd semester of this school year. With students leaving for and returning from MySchoolOnline (MSO), we have adjusted the master schedule to accommodate. All students and parents can see 2nd semester schedules early on your MyStudent portal, once you change the setting to 3rd quarter at the top of the screen.
We are continuing to balance classes, which may directly impact your student's schedule.
If needed, the schedule change request form is available electronically on the ZHS website under the "Students" tab. There is limited availability for most classes 2nd semester. Please remember that your schedule change request is subject to graduation requirements and available space. Requests for teacher or lunch preference will not be considered.
Spectators/Masks:
We continue to follow the guidelines regarding spectators on campus. All activities are restricted to two spectators for each participating student and staff. We will have rosters at the entrance for check in and ticket purchase. Please talk to your student and family members regarding which two spectators will attend, as we have had some friends and family vying for the same two seats. Masks must be work properly at ALL times on campus by spectators.
COVID-19 and Campus Impact:
We do continue to experience positive COVID cases at ZHS, even with all we are doing to socially distance, clean, and communicate with families during these unprecedented times. Through contact tracing, use of seating charts in classrooms and buses, and use of sign-in sheets, we work with our Bulldog staff and families to help maximize student learning opportunities while we work to minimize the impact of COVID-19, isolation, and quarantine.
Please talk with your student(s) about the importance of properly wearing their masks over their mouth and nose, washing their hands, and following the social distancing guidelines. Masks must be worn on campus at all times--even when outside on campus. Many students are not wearing their masks properly over their mouth and nose. Students are reminded repeatedly, and those who refuse to wear their mask properly may be changed to MSO. Please encourage your student to use hand sanitizer, wash hands often, and help minimize risk by properly wearing his/her mask at all times.
We will continue to navigate the challenges we face this year.
We are resilient. We are committed. We are determined. We are Bulldog STRONG!
--Dr. Christina Stanley
#BulldogPRIDE #BulldogSTRONG
@ZHS_DrStanley on Twitter
This Week at ZHS
Monday, 1/4: No School for students or staff
Tuesday, 1/5:
• No School for students
• Teacher Planning Day
• Competitive Cheer Team practice 2:15-5
• Boys Varsity Basketball away @ RRHS (7:30 p.m.)
Wednesday, 1/6:
• 1st day of 2nd semester/Students return
• Wear your AVID, academy, college, career, or Bulldog gear!
• SAC meeting via Zoom (7:45 a.m.)
• HOSA club meeting after school (2:30 p.m., room 220)
• Competitive Cheer Team practice 2:15-5
• Girls Weightlifting home vs Lake Minneola (no spectators)
• Boys JV/Varsity Basketball home vs South Sumter (6 pm)
• B Varsity Soccer home vs BMCHS (7 pm)
• Girls JV/Varsity Basketball away at RRHS (6 pm)
Thursday, 1/7:
• PLC meetings during teacher planning periods
• Wrestling home (2:30 p.m.)
• Competitive Cheer Team practice 2:15-5
• Girls JV/Varsity Basketball away @ FHS
Friday, 1/8:
• Spirit Day! Wear your Bulldog gear or colors!
• Competitive Cheer Team at Regionals (at HHS)
• Boys V Soccer home vs HHS (7 pm)
• Boys JV/Varsity Basketball home vs WCHS (6 pm)
• Girls JV/Varsity Basketball away at WCHS (6 pm)
Dual Enrollment Information
The deadline to complete your registration for PHSC classes for 2nd semester is Sunday, January 10. Remember you must first complete the dynamic form request FIRST before you can register for your classes on your WISE account.
Traditional or MSO for your student for 2nd Semester
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If your student is an MSO student and you wanted him/her to go back to ZHS for 2nd semester...
Please complete this form to indicate your preference for 2nd semester: https://zhs.pasco.k12.fl.us/mform/view.php?id=38592
(This form is also available on the ZHS website under the "Students" tab.)
Upcoming Important ZHS Dates in January
1/5: Teacher Planning Day. No School for Students.
1/6: SAC meeting via Zoom
1/12: FFA meeting at the Barn
1/13: Early Release Day for students (All staff PD in the afternoon)
1/16: JROTC Drill Meet at Brandon High School, Competitive Cheerleading at Regionals
1/18: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. No School for Students or Staff.
1/22: Report Cards distributed
1/26: PSAT, Senior Cap/Gown photos (Time TBA)
1/28: Senior Class Parent Meeting via Zoom (Herff Jones will be there too! Time TBA.), Last day to purchase a Senior AD for the yearbook.
Welcome to our newest Bulldogs staff members!
We are pleased to welcome:
Ms. Hojati, Science teacher
Mr. Long, Science teacher
Ms. Truxell, Math teacher
Mr. Cartagena, eSchool Lab facilitator
Construction update
Do you want your student to get lunch time tutoring help?
Peer Tutors are available every day at Lunch!
Fill out your ticket today!
Peer Tutors are available every day at Lunch!
Sweatshirt and Coat Drive
ZHS is collecting any new or gently used clean sweatshirts, hoodies, and coats for our students and their families.
While the weather may be cooperating right now, we all know the cold will make more appearances. Donations can be turned in to the ZHS front office.
If you have any questions or would like to make a monetary donation, please email Kelli Richards at krichard@pasco.k12.fl.us. Thank you!
MSO student reminder
Remember that MSO students must follow the daily ZHS bell schedule with their teachers via Zoom and actively participate in classes in order to be marked present.
Your coursework is available on Canvas (MyLearning).
If you have any difficulty logging in, it is the expectation that you contact your teacher and/or your grade level team for assistance. If you do not, you will be marked absent.
If you attend a doctor or dentist appointment and miss class, please contact Ms. Kerr in Student Services (bkerr@pasco.k12.fl.us) to submit your note to have your absence excused.
Be active and involved in your education, Bulldogs! #BulldogStrong
Pasco Pathways Application/School Choice Window: January 2021
*Here is the link to the schedule of events: https://www.pasco.k12.fl.us/news/page/pasco-pathways-schedule-of-events-2020
*Here is the link to create a MyStudent Parent portal account: https://livepascok12fl.sharepoint.com/:w:/r/sites/myStudent_University/_layouts/15/Doc.aspx?sourcedoc=%7B5f36bb5e-6193-41eb-93f1-f5109123ad78%7D&action=edit&wdPid=3a0165c5&cid=a9296cef-a228-420a-a784-307b6191bd0d
Thank you!
Thank you to the all who helped with the Food Drive, Angel Tree, and Drive 4UR School!
Thank you to Judy Williams, Jarrett Ford, the Zephyrhills Elks Lodge, the Thomas Promise foundation, Mrs. Harris, Kelly Anderson, 1st Sgt McAuley, and all of the ZHS staff and the Zephyrhills business and community partners who answered the call to support our students and families. We had over 40 Angel Tree students this year and the community responded with overwhelming support and generosity. Thank YOU! Thank YOU! Thank YOU!
Your kindness, generosity, and support is a blessing!
The Bulldog Community is unlike any other! #BulldogPRIDE
Congrats to Mrs. Granger's Period 4!
Way to go! We are so proud of you!
COVID-19 reminder
Please support our efforts to keep everyone healthy.
*The best way to prevent illness is by limiting exposure to the virus.
*Practice social distancing as much as possible when feasible.
*Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
*If soap and water are not available, use hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.
*Routinely clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces.
*Properly wear a mask or face covering over your mouth AND nose when around others.
Bulldog families, we are really struggling with students not wearing their masks properly over their mouth AND nose. We remind students multiple times each day. If students continue to need multiple reminders, we will consider switching them to MSO.
Please reinforce the message with your student(s) and family about how we can all help limit the spread of this virus by consistently and properly wearing masks/face coverings, washing our hands, and practicing social distancing.
Front Bus Loop
The front bus loop is closed to through traffic in the morning from 6:50 a.m. to 7:25 a.m. and in the afternoon from 1:40 p.m. to 2:20 p.m.
The buses must be able to pull through and drop off/pick up their students.
Parents/guardians, please DO NOT use the front bus loop for any type of student drop off or pick up during these times.
Please use the student parking lot or the gym parking lot to drop off or pick up your student during these times.
DO NOT pass the buses and drive through the loop. It is unsafe for all when this occurs.
PERT information--
**We are offering the PERT test after school at certain times this semester.**
1. Seniors:
If you need the Algebra 1 EOC to get the concordant score to meet the graduation requirement, you can sign up for the PERT math test using the PERT Sign Up Form on the ZHS website under the Students tab.
2. Dual Enrollment Students:
You can sign up for one or more sessions using the PERT Sign Up Form on the ZHS website under the Students tab. Dual Enrollment students must pass the PERT test for admission into PHSC for Dual Enrollment classes for the Spring Semester.
Any questions?? Please contact Mrs. Yonkof at jingerso@pasco.k12.fl.us.
ZHS 20-21 Outstanding Senior
She is the ZHS Outstanding Senior for 20-21.
We are so PROUD of you!
#BulldogStrong #BulldogPRIDE
Yearbooks are $65
You can purchase one through the ZHS website (click Students, then click Yearbook) or visit yearbookforever.com to make your purchase.
Seniors! Buy ANY size Yearbook dedication page and get a FREE Yearbook!
SENIORS--THE LAST DAY TO PURCHASE A SENIOR AD IS JANUARY 28!!!!!
FULL PAGE Dedication/AD-- $250
· 1 FULL PAGE WITH COLOR
· INCLUDES FREE YEARBOOK WITH PURCHASE
· MAX NUMBER OF PHOTOS TO BE USED IS 24
HALF PAGE Dedication/AD-- $175
· HALF PAGE AD WITH COLOR
· INCLUDES FREE YEARBOOK WITH PURCHASE
· MAX NUMBER OF PHOTOS TO BE USED IS 12
QUARTER PAGE Dedication/AD--$125
· QUARTER PAGE AD WITH COLOR
· INCLUDES FREE YEARBOOK WITH PURCHASE
· MAX NUMBER OF PHOTOS TO BE USED IS 6
Check out the ZHS website, click Students, then click Seniors - C/0 2021 for more info.
Email Mr. Fernandez at tfernand@pasco.k12.fl.us if you have any questions.
Congratulations to Mrs. Katie Dorkowski!
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.
How can I become a SAC member?
- Elected members of the School Advisory Council include teachers, educational support personnel, parents, and secondary students.
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:
- January 6
- February 3
- March 3
- April 7
- May 5
Free Meals for All Students!
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently released a waiver and new guidance, and we can now feed ALL students and children in the community 18 years and under for free. This USDA waiver is through December 31, or as long as funding lasts.
- ALL students and children in the community 18 years and under (Including Pasco e-School students) will be provided the opportunity to receive free meals:
- Students who are attending brick and mortar will receive free meals from the cafeteria regardless of their current status. Students will still need to provide their student ID number at the point of sale. Each student is eligible for one free breakfast and lunch daily. Any items selected outside of the offered meal(s) will be charged a la carte pricing.
- We encourage families to continue to fill out Free and Reduced Meal Applications if their financial situation changes because when this waiver ends the status (free, reduced, paid ) will resume. In addition, there are other benefits that students receive from their status.
- We will serve a week’s worth of meals (breakfast and lunch) curbside to mySchool online students, quarantined students, and children in the community 18 years and under (includes Pasco e-School students). This will be at all school sites per state guidance and we will keep the same times already established for curbside feeding. After this point, curbside meal distribution will be once a week on Fridays.
- Any child 18 years and under in the community can be provided a meal. Children do not have to be present, but a student Name / ID or Name /Home Address will be required to be provided curbside meals. Curbside feeding is not intended for students attending brick and mortar (since they have access to free meals in the cafeteria) unless they are quarantined.
- We encourage families intending to participate curbside to complete the Meal Reservation Form so we can be best prepared for curbside participation. They can pick up meals for all of their children from the site most convenient for them. They no longer have to go to their child’s enrolled site.
- The Free and Reduced Meal Application for the 2020-2021 school year is available online at https://www.myschoolapps.com/Application.
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.
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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!
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)
Instructional Assistant/Student Discipline: Jennifer Capriglione (jcaprigl@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: Jennifer Capriglione (jcaprigl@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)
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)
Get to know your 9th grade team!
School Counselor: Kristen Gillies (kgillies@pasco.k12.fl.us)
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)
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.
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.
Want more information on the reopening Pasco County Schools?
Click here for the Pasco County Schools NOW Website:
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