Bulldog Bark

From: "Bulldog Bark" <no-reply@dvusd.org>
Subject: Bulldog Bark
Date: September 25th 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:  “It’s about having an active lifestyle, staying healthy, and making the right decisions.  Life is about balance.”  Apolo Ohno

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

This Thursday is the last day to sign up for the PSAT exam that will be given at BGHS on Wednesday, October 16th. This is the only opportunity to take the PSAT during the school year.  Don't miss your chance to complete this important part of the college and scholarship admission process.  See Mr. Rodriguez in the counseling office for registration information.

Students, please see Ms. Henry during either lunch period on Fridays to get your authorization codes so you can log in to the store to get your PBIS reward points.  

Hey Bulldogs!  Don’t miss the Bulldog Walk before school this Friday to kick off our Varsity Football Home Game vs Deer Valley!  See ya on the Bulldog at 7:10 a.m.!

Girls interested in Softball:  Softball conditioning is at 3pm on Tuesday’s and Thursday’s at the varsity softball field.  We hope to see you there!

Attention girls basketball players. Open gym times for this week are below.

Wednesday September 25th 3:30-5:00 PM

Thursday     September 26th 3:-4:30 PM

Bird is the Word....and the Word is Caring. The Birddawgs were looking for a way to give back to the community and decided the best way would be to help provide food for families that are struggling. On Saturday, the team travel to St. Mary's Food Bank and helped load boxes with food for needy families. It was fast paced, precious and demanding work but also very rewarding. The Birddawgs compiled over 20 pallets of box for distribution. Great Job Birddawgs !!! You represent Goldwater with pride !!!

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!

Sr Grad Products:  If you missed the graduation products meeting, please come to THE FRONT OFFICE to receive information about cap & gown, and graduation product ordering.

FUNDRAISERS:

We received $186 from Texas Roadhouse from our recent Dine To Donate Event!  Thank you Texas Roadhouse!

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 26th.

CLUBS

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

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!

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

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 your driver’s license, current registration and proof of insurance.  Students who have not purchased a parking decal are not allowed to park their vehicle on the BGHS campus.  Security will be monitoring both parking lots to ensure you have your parking pass.

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!