Bulldog Bark

From: "Bulldog Bark" <no-reply@dvusd.org>
Subject: Bulldog Bark
Date: September 16th 2019

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 bghs.dvusd.org

CAMPUS GOAL

By May of 2020 we will decrease the total percentage of D/F’s in literacy and math school wide by 25% (from May of 2018 percentages) as evidenced by a score of four or better on the end of course level of achievement marks.

Learner Profile Trait for September

Barry Goldwater is an International Baccalaureate (IB) school.  As such we aspire to fulfill the traits embodied in the Learner Profile. Each month we will highlight and celebrate one of these traits.

The Learner Profile trait that we will focus on for the month of September is Balanced.  We understand the importance of balancing different aspects of our lives—intellectual, physical, and emotional—to achieve well-being for ourselves and others. We recognize our interdependence with other people and with the world in which we live.

What about you?  Do you have balance in your life?

The Learner Profile Quote of the Day is:  “Live a balanced life – learn some and think some and draw some and paint some and sign and dance and play and work everyday some.”  Robert Fulghum        

See Something, Say Something

The Safe School Hotline number is 623-376-3262

DVUSD has an anonymous Safe Schools Hotline for students, parents, educators, and community members to report threats, rumors, or information of criminal activity on campuses or against Deer Valley students.  This hotline is available 24 hours each day.  Messages are investigated, and when appropriate, information from the Safe Schools Hotline is shared with local law enforcement.

NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS TO THE BULLDOG BARK

Open gym for boys basketball is cancelled today. We will have open gym Wednesday as scheduled from 5:30-7:00 pm in the main gym. Boys basketball will be hosting a Goodwill fundraiser this Saturday at the 39th Drive and Pinnacle Peak Road location from 3-7pm. Please consider donating any gently used items to help out boys basketball kick off their season.

TEXAS ROADHOUSE: Hey Students and Staff:  Support our school and attend Dining To Donate at the Happy Valley Texas Roadhouse on Monday, September 16^th from 3 – 10 pm.  A percentage of your purchase will be donated back to Goldwater.  You can dine in or pick up a meal to go!  We hope to see y’all there!

Sr Grad Products:  If you missed the graduation products meeting last Friday come to THE FRONT OFFICE to receive information. Also – Jostens will be on campus today and tomorrow the 17th during both lunches for Cap & Gown orders….don’t forget to bring in your order form and money.

Picture Retake day is this Wednesday, September 18^th in the Lecture Hall during both lunch periods.  Get your photo taken for the yearbook!  If you would like to order photos, go to the BGHS Website or get an order form from the front office. 

In honor of Suicide Prevention Month, there will be a Positive Mental Health Fair on Tuesday, September 17^th, during lunch periods. Eight agencies will be in the lunch area by the 500 wall.   Look for "Feel Good" activities and freebies. Come join the fun!!

Student Drivers:  Attention Student Drivers. As a reminder, you need to purchase a parking pass from the bookstore and properly display it in order for you to park in the student lot.  Security will be monitoring both parking lots to ensure you have your parking pass.

SENIORS / GRADS

Senior Yearbook Portrait:  Remember to contact Grads Photography to have your FREE portrait taken for the yearbook.  The portrait deadline is November 10th and must be done at Grads in order to be in the yearbook.                                              

Please go to the link on our website to schedule your appointment!

FUNDRAISERS:

Hey Students and Staff:  Support our school and attend Dining To Donate at the Happy Valley Texas Roadhouse on Monday, September 16^th from 3 – 10 pm.  A percentage of your purchase will be donated back to Goldwater.  You can dine in or pick up a meal to go!  We hope to see y’all there!

AFTER SCHOOL TUTORING

Monday  - Thursday in the Media Center from 2:30 – 3:30.  Adult and peer tutors will be available for students who would like extra help.  But also, it is a really great place to go after school to study and get homework done.  Students can visit the Cafeteria from 2:17 – 2:30 for a FREE meal before heading to tutoring in the Library.

COUNSELING and SCHOOL NEWS

PSAT EXAM: High school 11th grade students are highly encouraged to take the PSAT/NMSQT (Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test) in order to prepare for taking the SAT college entrance exam in the spring of junior year or fall of their senior year. This test is also used as a qualifier for the National Merit Scholarship Program and the National Hispanic Recognition Program for students taking the test in their junior year.

The PSAT is typically taken in a student’s junior year. Sophomores and freshmen may also benefit from participating in this testing opportunity to determine what academic skills they should focus on improving in order to be better prepared for college and for practice before taking the test in their junior year when they can be considered for National Merit Scholarships.

The exam will be given on campus on Wed, Oct 19th. Please contact Mr. Rodriguez in the counseling office for more information. The registration deadline is September 22nd.

CLUBS

DECA:  On September 24th, Arizona DECA is having a Fall Leadership Conference at Chase Field Arizona! Are you ready to network with other DECA students? How about taking a tour of Chase Field, the home of Arizona Diamondbacks?  Learn more about DECA competitions at our Fall Leadership Conference. More information will be given in room 505 on September 5th after school until 3:00 or look around the hallway bulletin boards for more information. Are you ready Barry Goldwater DECA?  ‘Cause Here We Go!

BLOOD DRIVE:  The BGHS Blood Drive is on Wednesday, September 25^th in the gym.  Please visit Mrs. Endresen in Room 428 ASAP to get your Donor Slips.  Donors must be 16 years old and meet the weight requirements.  Transform a life, and your own!  Sign up today!

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

ATHLETICS

Open gym for boys basketball is cancelled today. We will have open gym Wednesday as scheduled from 5:30-7:00 pm in the main gym. Boys basketball will be hosting a Goodwill fundraiser this Saturday at the 39th Drive and Pinnacle Peak Road location from 3-7pm. Please consider donating any gently used items to help out boys basketball kick off their season.

School ID Cards: Students, if you have not gotten your school ID card yet or if you purchased a student activity pass, please visit the Bookstore before or after school or during lunch to get your updated ID card printed!

Parking decals are now available for pick up in the bookstore.  If you paid for your parking space please stop by the Bookstore to get your decal.  If you are a student driver and plan to park your vehicle on campus, please visit the Bookstore to pay for your parking pass.  Passes are $100, you are required to provide your driver’s license, current registration, and insurance to park on campus. Visits the Bookstore during lunch or before or after school please.

TARDY POLICY:  It is an expectation that you are getting to class every period on time.  Students receiving 3 or more tardies will be assigned detention to be served after school.

ATTENDANCE – LOSS OF CREDIT:  BGHS students will receive Loss of Credit when 12 absences of any type are recorded in a classroom.

FROM THE CAFETERIA

Students, you must re-apply for the free and reduced meal program every school year. Please turn in your application as soon as possible and allow ten days for processing.  On September 20^th, your will be responsible for meal payment unless your application has been processed.  Applications are available in the cafeteria, Admin office and on our website. 

Senior students, please remember to re-apply for your Free and Reduced lunch program for the 2019-2020 school year even if you have a shortened schedule. Qualifying for the Free and Reduced lunch program may also help you with testing fees, the athletic fee waiver, and more.

BOOKSTORE HOURS

Our Bookstore is open from 7 am – 3 pm.  The Bookstore will close at 12:30 on Wednesdays for accounting purposes and will be closed each day from 12:30 – 1:15 for lunch.

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!

Parking Permits

Students, please remember that you must have a parking pass to park your car in the student parking lot.  The cost for student parking is $100.  Students who wish to park on campus may purchase a parking permit in the Bookstore during lunch or before or after school.  You will need to present our drivers license, current registration and proof of insurance.  Students who have not purchased a permit are not allowed to park their vehicle on the BGHS campus.

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!