Bulldog Bark

From: "Bulldog Bark" <no-reply@dvusd.org>
Subject: Bulldog Bark
Date: January 9th 2018

Barry Goldwater High School
A+ School of Excellence 2011, 2015
Home of the Bulldogs

Two Colors, One Voice!

Please be sure to check our website at http://bghs.dvusd.org

CAMPUS GOAL

By May of 2018 we will decrease the total percentage of D/F’s in literacy and math school wide by 25% (from May of 2017 percentages) as evidenced by a score of four or better on the end of course level of achievement marks.

Fun Fact:  DVUSD scored higher on the AZMerit tests than the state average and charter schools.

Learner Profile Trait for January

The Learner Profile trait for January is Reflective.  We thoughtfully consider the world and our own ideas and experience. We work to understand our strengths and weaknesses in order to support our learning and personal development.

The Learner Profile quote of the day is:  “I'm reflective only in the sense that I learn to move forward. I reflect with a purpose”.  By Kobe Bryant 

NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS TO THE BULLDOG BARK

Bulldogs Baseball season is coming up soon! Preseason Camp will be held from January 16th until February 1st, and tryouts start on February 5th. Camp registration forms are available in the PRIDE office."

Attention anyone interested in playing Football… There will be a team player meeting in the Weight Room this Thursday, January 11^th at 3 p.m.   We hope to see you there! 

Parking Permits:  The cost for student parking on campus has been reduced to $50 for 2^nd Semester. Students who wish to park on campus may purchase a parking permit in the bookstore during their lunch period or before or after school. Students who have not purchased a permit will not be allowed to park their vehicle on the BGHS campus.

Understanding ManageBac and Grading Workshop for Parents

Tuesday, January 9th  

6:00 - 7:00 pm

BGHS Media Center

SPRING MUSICAL

They're creepy and they're kooky, they're all together spooky, The Addams Family! Auditions for our BGHS Spring Musical, The Addams Family will be held Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, January 9th-11th after school from 2:30-5:30pm in the Auditorium! You must attend all three days to be considered for casting. Please sign up on the call board outside room 940 in the Auditorium. Audition materials are available for a one-day check out, please see Mrs. Jones in room 940 for any questions. There will be an optional informational meeting and audition workshop on January 8th from 2:30-4:30 in the Choir room. Hope to see you there!

FROM THE CAFETERIA

Beginning Wednesday the cafeteria will implement the district policy on unpaid meal charges.

If you owe two or more meals on your lunch account you will be given an alternate meal of a turkey and cheese sandwich. You will be charged $3.00 for this meal. You will continue to receive the alternate meal until your account is brought current.  Please bring your lunch account balance current to ensure you receive the meal of your choice.

BLOOD DRIVE

We have a Blood Drive coming up on January 24^th!  Please see Mrs. Endresen in Room 428 to get your donor slip!  You must be at least 16 years of age and meet the weight requirements.  Tattoos have to be a year old!  Save 3 lives – sign up to donate today!

FROM ATHLETICS

Do you have a younger brother, sister, cousin or friend who would like to cheer? Spiritline is having a Kid’s Camp and they will be able to perform at the basketball game on Saturday January 13th. Contact Coach Wilson in the counseling office or anyone from the Spiritline team for more information.

Hype Squad shirts are now available in the bookstore for $10 before school, after school or during your lunch.  Wear your Hype Squad shirt and bring your school ID to any home game and your entry fee will be only $1.  We now have large sized shirts available!

FROM COUNSELING

BGHS offers peer tutoring for all subjects in the media center after school from 2:17-3:15. Tutoring days will vary week by week so check the printed calendar on the library doors to see what days tutoring is offered.

CLUBS

Don’t forget to follow the BGHS Student Government on Twitter and Intagram @BGHSSTUGO for all the latest school news and events!

Earn TRIPLE POINTS for all receipts from The Shops at Norterra that are submitted by January 15^th!  Please bring your receipts to the PRIDE Office or submit online at shopandlog.wufoo.com/forms/the-shops-at-norterra.   

EARN & LEARN PROGRAM

When you visit The Shops at Norterra this holiday season, you can help raise money for our school at the same time!  For every dollar you spend shopping, dining, for services, or when you see a movie we earn 30 POINTS!  Receipts MUST be submitted online at https://shopandlog.wufoo.com/forms/the-shops-at-norterra/ OR you can bring them to the PRIDE Office to be submitted and returned to you.  You can also email a copy to Judith.Lukaszewski@dvusd.org to be submitted for you.

You don’t even have to spend any money to help earn points.  Simply like The Shops at Norterra on Facebook and follow them on Instagram.  We earn an extra 500 POINTS when you comment on any post with our school name. 

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You can help BGHS earn $$ for our students! If you shop, dine, see a movie, or use any of the services at The Shops at Norterra, please remember to submit your receipts online at www.shopandlog.com/norterra  or bring them to the PRIDE Office to be submitted and returned to you.   We earn TRIPLE POINTS for all receipts dated November 15^th through December 31^st, so remember to submit your receipts BY JANUARY 15TH! There are plenty of fundraising opportunities at Norterra, as well. Please stop by the PRIDE Office for details!

Students, Staff, Families, and Community – You can help BGHS up to $2500 from The Shops at Norterra through the Earn & Learn Program!

It’s easy!  Every time you shop, dine, enjoy services or see a movie at The Shops at Norterra, between now and March 31^st, simply submit your receipts online at www.shopandlog.com/norterra.  Our school earns TEN POINTS for every dollar spent.  There are many opportunities for Bonus points too!  The more points we earn the higher our cash grant will be!

Be sure to tell your family, friends, neighbors, etc. – ANYONE can help earn points for our school!

Earn 500 POINTS on Social Media:  Like the The Shops at Norterra on Facebook and follow on Instagram to earn an extra 500 points when you comment with our school name – Barry Goldwater HS on and Earn & Learn post.  Limit 500 points on Facebook and 500 points on Instagram per person.

Thank you for your support!! Don’t forget to shop and log receipts from Norterra!!

STUDENT INFORMATION

Dress Code:   Any attire that detracts from the learning environment is not acceptable.  Shirts and tops may not expose bare midriffs, bare shoulders, nor be deeply cut in the front, back or under the arms.  Undergarments should not be exposed.  Clothing must cover the entire buttocks.  Clothing may not include defamatory writing obscene language or include symbols of drugs, sex, or alcohol.  You can see the complete dress code policy in the Student’s Rights and Responsibilities Handbook on our website.  Please dress for success while at school!

FROM THE CAFETERIA:  Students must reapply for the free/reduced meal program every school year. If your application has not been received and approved by September 19th, you will go to full pay status. You will be responsible for your meal payments. Submit paper applications to the cafeteria or on line applications at ezmealapp.com.  Please allow 10 days for processing.

Senior students, please remember to reapply for your Free and Reduced lunch program for the 2017/2018 school year even if you have a shortened schedule. Qualifying for the Free and Reduced lunch program may also help you with testing fees and the athletic waiver.  

DELIVERIES:  The front desk will not accept personal items such as IPads, cell phones, money or lunches. There are also no deliveries allowed for students such as balloons, flowers, food or gifts of any kind.

Parking

Students, please be a good neighbor and do not park in the Medical Plaza or neighboring business parking lots.  Your car will be towed!  You can purchase a pass for the student parking lot in the Bookstore.

Have a great day Bulldogs!