August 2010
NEWSLETTER
Pawprint A message from our Principal School Contacts Mrs. Sheila Huff Principal (812) 477-1661 sheila.huff@evsc.k12.us
Mr. David St.Clair Asst. Principal Dean (812) 474-6937 david.stclair@evsc.k12.us Mrs. Linda Crick Asst. Principal Programming (812) 477-1661 linda.crick@evsc.k12.us Mrs. Robin Woebkenberg Counselor Students A-K (812) 477-1661 ext.22104 robin.woebkenberg@evsc.k12.us
Ms. Clara Roberts Counselor Students L-Z (812) 477-1661 ext.22102 clara.roberts@evsc.k12.us Mrs. Terri Roehm Attendance Clerk (812) 477-1755 david.stclair@evsc.k12.us
BOSSE OPEN HOUSE THURSDAY August 26,2010
Greetings: Boy, it’s hard to believe that we are back in school already. We are looking forward to another busy and exciting school year. There have already been so many activities going on that our students are involved in. Please, let me invite you to attend some of our students’ functions. We love it when you can show your support by your presence. We have started the school year off with a lot of new faces on our faculty. We would like to welcome: Mrs. Linda Crick, Assistant Principal, programmer, Mr. Edward BenedykEnglish, Mrs. Rhonda Carter-FACS, Miss Leigha Coleman-Social Studies, Mr. Dan Coudret-Spanish, Miss Adrienne Daniels-Science, Miss Jennifer DavisMath, Mrs. Denise Dunlap-English, Mr. Jonathan Lafikes-Math, Mrs. Julie Merritt-Special Education, Ms. Stacia Quintero-ENL, Mrs. Melinda RagsdaleScience, Ms. Svitalana Reynolds-ENL, Mr. LeMarceo Shemwell-Student Support Specialist, Mr. Warren Smith-Social Studies, Miss Crystal SteinmetzScience, Mr. Michael White-English and Mrs. Kelly Winters-Teacher Assistant. Please take the time to stop in and say hello to these wonderful people. Our Open House is scheduled for Thursday, August 26 beginning at 6:00 p.m. We encourage each of you to try to attend with your son/daughter. We are still actively looking for parental involvement on many different levels. Please take the time to become involved with our PTA. You will find that you time will be well spent. I am very excited to be back this year. I already know so many of you and want what you want; what is best for all students: a loving, safe and caring environment where students can learn and grow into productive young adults. Won’t you please help us accomplish this? If at any time I can be of service to you, please don’t hesitate to contact me at the school’s main office. I look forward to seeing you all. Again, welcome back and to those of you who are new to Bosse, Welcome! We Must Learn to Understand One Another!
6:00PM OPEN HOUSE THURSDAY, AUGUST 26 6:00 PM 1300 Washington Ave Evansville, Indiana
Conflicts always occur. It is in the resolution of conflicts that human beings stand out. Every conflict can and should be calmed by talking about and understanding one another’s needs and by acting with compassion to solve the differences. This is how all people should get along. This is how we must get along! Respectfully, Ms. Sheila Huff, Principal
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A message from Mr. David St. Clair, Asst. Principal Dean Bullying can be a very intimidating situation for a child. It can happen to a student several different ways; physical, verbal, or emotional. A bully has many avenues in and out of school to deliver their abuse. Bullies have access to cell phones for texting, netbooks for e-mail, or just their physical presence to try and intimidate the targeted person. Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation (EVSC) and the Bosse Staff have a ZERO TOLERANCE policy regarding bullying. Your child’s safety and wellbeing are top priorities for us. Please talk to your child about bullying and notify the Administrative staff if you suspect your son or daughter is a victim of bullying.
One tip I would like to suggest is that if bullying is happening through the netbook or texting, have your child save the messages.
Parents we need your cooperation in regards to enforcing Bosse’s dress code. We are trying to create an atmosphere of learning and modesty at Bosse. We know students have many distractions each day. Having students dress in a manner that is appropriate for school, we are eliminating one of those distractions. We as a school, feel that your son or daughter should not be subjected to inappropriate dress. We are asking for your help: please check your child’s attire before they leave for school.
Shirts must have sleeves and cover cleavage, back and midriff
Shorts/dresses/skirts must be at least fingertip length when arms are held straight at the side (this includes shirt/dresses worn over leggings)
Pants/shorts must be worn at the natural waist (no sagging pants)
Undergarments should not be visible
No pajamas or house shoes/slippers
No hats or head wraps
No gum
Backpacks should be stored in lockers before reporting to 1st period
Clothing should not display any profanity, drugs, alcohol or sexual innuendo
No holes/tears in jeans
From the School Nurse, Welcome back students. New minimum Immunization requirements for all students in high school include one dose of Tdap, one dose of Meningococcal conjugate (Meningitis) vaccine, and 2 doses of Varicella (Chicken Pox) vaccine or written history of chicken pox disease. If your student has not received these vaccines, or you have not gotten written proof of the vaccines to the nurse office please do this as soon as possible. If you still need these vaccines they may be obtained through your family doctor or the Health Dept. Vaccines will be given at the Health Dept. on a walk-in basis only on Mon-Wed-Fri 8-3 and Tues 10-5. Children under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian and all shot records. Wear short sleeves and eat before coming to the clinic. If you have any questions my office hours are 8:30-12:30 every day or you can call me. I will have a web page up soon on the Bosse High School site. I hope we have a healthy and safe school year. Becky Rawlings, School Nurse Becky.Rawlings@evsc.k12.in.us (812) 474-6938 Fax (812) 474-6976
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From the Counselors: Ms. Roberts and Mrs. Woebkenberg are dividing all students by their last names this year. Mrs. Woebkenberg has students with last names beginning A – K, and Ms. Roberts has L – Z. Please feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns you may have with your student, we want to help them be the best bulldog they can be! We would like to invite all senior parents to a meeting before Open House at 5:30 in the Auditorium. We would like to meet you, and let you know how we plan on working with you and your senior this year. Also, please encourage your senior to register for the SAT/ACT as soon as possible if they have not already done so. We would be glad to assist them if needed. Our contact information is as follows: Mrs. Robin Woebkenberg (A – K)
Ms. Clara Roberts (L – Z)
robin.woebkenberg@evsc.k12.in.us
clara.roberts@evsc.k12.in.us
477-1661, ext. 22104
477-1661, ext. 22102
Choir Notes Welcome back Bosse choir students and parents. I am excited about a new year of music making in the choral department. Students and parents should be advised that the following performance dates have been placed on the school calendar: Fall Concert, “A Night At the Movies” – October 12 Holiday Concert, entire music department – December 14 These concerts will be performed in the auditorium at 7 pm and will last an hour or less. Please reserve these dates now! Also, http://bosehighchoirs.spaces.live.com and our Facebook group is a good place to keep in touch with all things related to the Bosse Choirs.
Please do not hesitate to email me or call me at school if you have questions. I’m excited about a new year of music making in the Bosse choir department.
Mr. Jeff Thornton jeff.thornton@evsc.k12.in.us 435-8888 ext. 22126
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PTSA We would like to welcome all students and parents to Bosse High School. The PTSA consists of students, teachers and parents. We would also like to welcome back the teachers. We would like to encourage all students and parents to join the PTSA. It informs members of what is happening at Bosse. Getting involved with PTSA, you will become part of the solution, helping make positive changes! We have many fundraising ideas and need volunteers!!!! Please help us by joining the PTSA and lets make Bosse shine! President: Elizabeth Stephens
812-449-3351
bossepta@insightbb.com Co Vice Presidents: Linda Hamilton/Carolyn Cummings Treasurer: Janet Terrell Help Support Bosse! Adults: $5.00
Join PTSA !!! Students: $4.00
Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of the month at 5:30 pm in the Media Center at Bosse High School. Next meeting September 21, 2010. Please visit the Bosse Website/PTSA
Homecoming is Friday, September 24, 2010 Bone Cookies will be on sale during all lunch periods. 50 cents each! We need ingredients! Any parent wanting to donate flour, eggs, butter, sugar or chocolate chips. Please call Elizabeth Stephens at 812-471-4003 T shirts $10 and Hooded Sweatshirts $25 are on the way! We have order forms available!
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Bosse PTA Membership Name:______________________________ Student Name:___________________ Address:____________________________ Grade:__________________________ Phone:_____________________________ Email:______________________________ PLEASE CHECK ON VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES _____ Work Parking Lot for Home Games _____ Donate desserts/salads/paper products for teacher luncheons 2/year _____ Day hours available to help with PTA events at school _____ Valentine Rose sale: Lunch periods at Bosse _____ Bone Cookies: Send ingredients: Flour, Sugar, Eggs, Butter, Choc Chips _____ Sell Bone Cookies during lunch periods during Homecoming _____ Chairing a committee _____ Send in prepared soup for Souper Bowl: containers or crockpot _____ Newsletter help: Monthly _____ Membership sales: Home games _____ Afterprom activities: planning, setting up, chaperone, fundraising _____ Chaperoning dances _____ Bake Sales: Thanksgiving/Easter: donate baked goods/assist with event Please contact: Elizabeth Stephens at 812.449.3351 or bossepta@insightbb.com
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Come out to Enlow Field and Support the Bosse Band
PRIDE OF BOSSE REHEARSAL SCHEDULE 2010 Tuesday Aug. 10 Thursday Aug. 12 Wednesday Aug. 18 Thursday Aug. 19 Wednesday Aug. 25 Thursday Aug. 26 Tuesday Aug. 31 Wednesday Sept. 1 Tuesday Sept. 7 Thursday Sept. 9 Friday Sept. 10 Saturday Sept. 11 Tuesday Sept. 14 Wednesday Sept. 15 Saturday Sept. 18 Wednesday Sept. 22 Thursday Sept. 23 Friday Sept. 24 Saturday Sept. 25 Tuesday Sept. 27 Wednesday Sept. 28 Thursday Sept. 29 Saturday Oct. 2 Wednesday Oct. 6 Thursday Oct. 7 Saturday Oct. 9 Tuesday Oct. 12 Wednesday Oct. 13 Thursday Oct. 14 Saturday Oct. 16 Tuesday Oct. 19 Wednesday Oct. 20 Thursday Oct. 21 Saturday Oct. 23 Tuesday Oct. 26 Wednesday Oct. 27 Thursday Oct. 28 Saturday Oct. 30
Rehearsal 6:00-8:45 pm Rehearsal 6:00-8:45 pm Rehearsal 6:00-8:45 pm Rehearsal 6:00-8:45 pm Rehearsal 6:00-8:45 pm Rehearsal 6:00-8:45 pm Rehearsal 6:00-8:45 pm Rehearsal 6:00-8:45 pm Rehearsal 6:00-8:45 pm Rehearsal 6:00-8:45 pm Game v. Memorial 7:00 pm North Competition TBA Rehearsal 6:00-8:45 pm Rehearsal 6:00-8:45 pm Reitz Competition TBA North Posey Competition TBA Rehearsal 6:00-8:45 pm Rehearsal 6:00-8:45 pm Game V. Central 7:00 pm Castle Competition TBA Central Competition TBA Rehearsal 6:00-8:45 pm Rehearsal 6:00-8:45 pm Rehearsal 6:00-8:45 pm DISTRICT COMPETITION @ JASPER TBA Rehearsal 6:00-8:45 pm Rehearsal 6:00-8:45 pm Game vs. Reitz 2:00 pm South Spencer Competition TBA Mt. Vernon Competition ??? TBA Rehearsal 6:00-8:45 pm Rehearsal 6:00-8:45 pm Rehearsal 6:00-8:45 pm Regional Competition TBA Rehearsal 6:00-8:45 pm Rehearsal 6:00-8:45 pm Rehearsal 6:00-8:45 pm Semi-State TBA Rehearsal 6:00-8:45 pm Rehearsal 6:00-8:45 pm Rehearsal 6:00-8:45 pm State Competition TBA
Pride of Bosse Marching Band
CAR WASH in front parking lot Saturday, August 28 10:00 to 2:00
The Media Center / Library will be selling 2 GB flash drives this year for $9.00. Students need a flash drive to save documents from their netbooks in order to print. This is the Center's fund raiser for the 2010-2011 school year. Paula Boenigk Benjamin Bosse High School Media Specialist / Librarian / Teacher
paula.boenigk@evsc.k12.in.us "Outside of a dog, a book is man's best friend. Inside of a dog it's too dark to read." ~ Groucho Marx
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Welcome Mrs. Carter to Bosse’s FACS department! Mrs. Rhonda Carter is the new Family and Consumer Science (FACS) teacher at Bosse High School. She is replacing Mrs. Phyllis Kitchens who retired last December. Mrs. Carter’s classes include: Child Development, Early Childhood, and Foods and Nutrition. Mrs. Carter has been an educator with the EVSC for 32 years and has worked at West Terrace, Howard Roosa, Glenwood, Thompkins, SACD, and now Bosse High School. Mrs. Carter has a masters’ degree in Home Economics and English and an Ed.S degree in Education Administration. Her husband, Pat, teaches at Harrison High School. She has two daughters and two grandchildren. Welcome to Bosse Mrs. Carter! Andrew Coil FACS Department Chair
BPA and DECA Encourage your business student to get involved!! Bosse High School has two business clubs in which students can get involved: BPA and DECA. The goal of both clubs is to develop professionalism and leadership. BPA: Business Professionals of America is the leading CTSO (Career Technical Student Organization) for students pursuing careers in business management, office administration, information technology and other related career fields. BPA has more than 51,000 members in over 2,300 chapters in 23 states. BPA is a "co-curricular" organization that supports business and information technology educators. BPA contests test the students’ classroom ability into “real world” applications. To find out more information about BPA, visit the national website at www.bpa.org. DECA: Distribution Education Clubs of America prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, finance, hospitality and management in high schools and colleges around the globe. DECA is organized into two unique student divisions each with programs designed to address the learning styles, interest and focus of its members. The High School Division includes 185,000 members in 5,000 schools. With over a 60 year history, DECA is a “co-curricular” organization that supports marketing educators by providing contests that enhance classroom instruction. Through competition, DECA applies what is learned in the classroom into the context of business, connecting to business and the community. To find out more information about DECA, visit the national website at www.deca.org Based upon the business classes your student is taking, students can compete in a variety of contests. In DECA, there are over 40 contests in which students can compete. DECA contests are directed toward marketing concepts such as Sports and Entertainment Marketing , Apparel and Accessories Marketing, Business Law and Ethics, Travel and Tourism, Quick Serve Restaurant, etc. In BPA, there are over 50 contests in which students can chose. BPA contests include Accounting, Entrepreneurship, Job Interview, Spreadsheet Applications, Web Design, Word Processing, etc. Both clubs begin competition at the District level. If the students place, they advance to State competition. At State, if students place in the top three, they qualify for National competition. Both clubs have had much success at competition and we look forward to another great year!
Linda Schaffer, BPA Advisor Scott Schaffer, DECA Advisor
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Activities/Clubs: Open to attend! Spell Bowl: see Michelle Hays, Room 239. Meet on Wednesdays Bosse Robotics: see Brandon Riecken, meet on Tuesdays after school. Speech Team: See Rhonda Carter, dates to be announced. Student Council: See Adrienne Daniels, meet Thursday mornings. Peer Tutoring: See Amy Steiner, peer tutoring opportunities available each semester. Work with special need peers . Grade received and 1/2 credit. Writers Guild: See Missy Feller, meet after school every other Thursday starting Sept. 2 More to come...
FUNDRAISER: Are you interested in purchasing luggage tags for your netbook, luggage, laptop, diaper bag, bookbag, sports bag, golf bag, or garment bag? There are 16 designs to choose from, and they come with your name, address, and phone number printed on the back. The cards are the same size, shape, and plastic as a credit card. The cost is 2 for $10.00.
Please call 435-8888 Ext. #41137 or email Sally Hale at sally.hale@evsc.k12.in.us for order forms.
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Money earned from fundraiser will help pay for supplies and community-based outings for students in the moderate, severe, and profound disabilities programs at Bosse. near the image.
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Digital Bulldog 2.0
http://bossebulldogs20.wordpress.com/
Missy Feller
eLearning Coach missy.feller@evsc.k12.in.us 812.435.8888 ext 41131
Our students at Bosse are very fortunate to be part of the 1:1 initiative with the EVSC. Equity and excellence for all students–our district’s goal–enables us to provide netbooks for all of our students, regardless of income or background. With the support of EVSC parents and the community, we can prepare our children and students to become future leaders equipped with the 21st century skills necessary to succeed in a fast-paced, ever-changing world. Three key documents, located on the desktop of every student netbook, should be read and reviewed by parents and students. These documents review the expectations of students regarding the netbooks and their usage both in school and at home. EVSC Netbook User Agreement http://elearningparents.evscicats.com/docs/201011/Netbook%20Use%20Agreement%20revision%20July%202010.pdf EVSC Internet Acceptable Use Policy http://elearningparents.evscicats.com/docs/EVSC-Internet-Acceptable-Use-Policy.pdf Netbook Standards for Care http://elearningparents.evscicats.com/docs/201011/Netbook%20Standards%20for%20Care%20revision%20July%202010.pdf The netbooks will be used in classes and for homework, as assigned by individual teachers, for note-taking, personal projects, research, and daily studies. If no internet access is available at home, students may download materials to their netbooks prior to leaving the school network, or use any of the many Internet wifi “hotspots” at the public libraries, restaurants, or coffee shops. Parents or students wanting to purchase insurance for the netbooks may download the following form and/or visit the Insurance website. Student Insurance Partners application form http://www.evscicats.com/elearning/docs/insurance/EVSC%20Application%20Form%20netbook%20 insurance.pdf Student Insurance Partners website http://www.studentinsurancepartners.com/ For more information, contact Blake Barth –> 1-800-620-3307 Students and parents may check grades online using the RDS Parent Access login http://rdsteach.evsc.k12.in.us/rdsparentaccess/ For more information, please visit the eLearning Page for Parents: http://elearningparents.evscicats.com/index.html
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Schnucks eScrip Customer Card 1. Visit Schnucks and request a eScrip card from customer service. Activate your card by calling 1-800-931-6258 and tell them Bosse High School. You can choose up to 3 schools. Bosse is represented by the PTSA, the school and the marching band. You can also go online at www.escrip.com/schnucks.jsp and type in Bosse. 2. Present your card to the cashier each time you shop at Schnucks which will generate automatic contributions from Schnucks to Bosse High school. 3. The more that you shop, the higher the contribution to Bosse High School. Every dollar that you spend, Schnucks will contribute up to 3% of your purchase amount.
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From Mr. Larry Cochren, Athletics Director We currently have 114 student-athletes participating in eight fall sports. The Bosse athletic schedules can be found at www.highschoolsports.net for those interested in coming out and supporting our student-athletes.
New website: www.bossebulldogsfootball.com SIAC Passes Are available in the Athletic office! The passes will get entry into 10 home game/events does not include Lloyd pool or soccer. Adults: $30 Students: $20 License plates: $10.00 Paw decals: $5.00 The Bosse Cheerleaders have been hard at work since the first week of June to get ready for the upcoming sports seasons. The girls are excited and ready to cheer on the football team this fall! In addition to practices, the cheerleaders participated as entertainment for the Southern Indiana Classic Half and Full Marathon. It was a great event and the cheerleaders did their best to pump up the runners at the 18-mile marker. Through cheers and chants tailored toward running and lots of “Great Job” and “You can do it” encouragement, we were able to provide the runners with a little extra push to the finish line. We have also been busy fundraising by doing car washes, jump-a-thons, working the 4-H food booth and obtaining sponsors all in an effort to replace uniforms that are seven years old. If you are interested in helping the cheerleaders obtain their goal by being a sponsor, please contact Kacey Schenk at 812-454-5505. Can’t wait to see you all at the games!
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Dear Bosse Supporter: The Bosse High School Cheer Team is excited and ready for the upcoming football and basketball seasons, and for cheering our teams to victory. We were recently invited to be part of the entertainment for the Southern Indiana Classic Half and Full Marathon. It was a great event and the cheerleaders did their best to pump up the runners at the 18-mile marker. Through cheers and chants tailored toward running and lots of “Great Job” and “You can do it” encouragement, we were able to provide the runners with a little extra push to the finish line. Our team truly appreciated the kind words the runners had for us in return.
This is one of many community events, games, practices and fundraising efforts the Bosse Cheerleaders participate in year after year. As the Varsity coach for over five years, I have had the privilege and opportunity to get to know and work with many of the great young women at Bosse High School. This year, our cheerleading team will consist of 27 young women from grades nine through twelve, which is one of our largest teams ever! We are very proud of our accomplishments and representing Bosse High School.
The cheerleading members are working hard to raise funds to purchase new cheerleading uniforms for the upcoming 2010-2011 sports season. We are trying to replace uniforms that are almost 7 years old and in need of repair, and we need your help!
This year we are hoping you will show your support for the Bosse Cheer Team by becoming a banner sponsor:
Banner sponsorship. We will place your company or individual name on a banner with our other sponsors that will be displayed at all home football and basketball games for the upcoming season. Red Level Sponsor $150 + White Level Sponsor $100 Gray Level Sponsor $50 We hope you are as excited as we are about the upcoming school year and sports season, and hope to see you at a few games! Thanks in advance for your support. Attached is a return form that can be used to pledge your sponsorship.
Go Bulldogs! Sincerely, Kacey Schenk Bosse Cheer Coach