February 16, 2006

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Annual Fund Update

Artrageous - The Big Event

Arts Beat

Athletic News

E-Bytes Reminders

Early Childhood

Heritage Society

Lower Division

Middle Division

Mozart and Schumann Marathon

New Parent Breakfast

Oldie Goldie Book Sale

Poll: The latest thing

Poll Results: Pets

Professional Development

Progressive Dinner

Relay for Life

Shorecrest Business Partners

Three Cheers for...

Upcoming Events

Updating E-mail Addresses

Upper Division

Videos Available

Upcoming Events

Feb. 17 Friday

• School Closed

Feb. 20 Monday

• School Closed
  Presidents' Day

Feb. 21 Tuesday

• Picture Lady and Gentleman Day
  Classrooms 2:00 p.m.

Feb. 22 Wednesday

• Green and Gold Day
• Athletics Awards - Soccer
  Janet Root Theatre 7:00 p.m.

Feb. 23 Thursday

• Early Childhood Pet Show
  Reilly Softball Field 8:20 a.m.

Feb. 23-24 Thurs.-Fri.

• National French Exam
  French classes

Feb. 27-Mar. 10

• World Languages Exams

Feb. 27 Monday

• Early Childhood Parent Chat
  Student Activity Center 8:30 a.m.
• "History Alive" - Thomas Edison - for Grades 5-8
  Janet Root Theatre 1:00 p.m.

March 1 Wednesday

• Middle Division Coffee for Fifth through Eighth Grade Parents
  Sher Center Breezeway 8:00 a.m.
• Upper Division Barbecue and Jazz Concert at lunchtime
• Athletic Awards - Basketball
  Janet Root Theatre 7:00 p.m.

March 3 Friday

• Fourth Grade Program
  Janet Root Theatre
• The Big Event

March 6-10 Mon-Fri

• Oldie Goldie Book Collection and Sale

March 6 Monday

• Alumni Association Meeting
  Admin. Conf. Rm. 5:30 p.m.
• Booster Club Meeting
  Student Activity Center 7:00 p.m.

March 7 Tuesday

• Academic Services (K-12) Information Coffee
  Student Activity Center 8:15 a.m.
• Puppeteer Katie Adams presents "Johnny Appleseed" for Grades EC-2
  Janet Root Theatre 1:00 p.m.
• Our Children and the Law: What Every Parent and (Pre) Teen Needs to Know
  at Tampa Prep 7:00 p.m.

March 8 Wednesday

• Class Pictures for Lower and Middle Divisions

March 9-10 Thurs-Fri

• National Spanish Exams

March 13 Monday

• National Latin Exams

March 15 Wednesday

• Third Quarter Ends
• Field Day for Junior Kindergarten
  8:15 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
• Community Service Day for Upper Division

March 16-27

• Spring Break

March 27 Monday

• School Closed - Professional Development Day

March 28 Tuesday

• School Resumes

Artrageous Affair: Friday, March 3

Will you be at the biggest and most exciting Shorecrest event of the year?

Registrations are currently just under 400 and increasing. It's not too late but let us know today! Make your reservations and pay online through the secure auction website. Click on this link, Artrageous Affair Online Auction, and you will have the Artrageous Affair auction website at your fingertips.

Have you purchased your raffle ticket for Shorecrest's $10,000 tuition raffle? The winner of this raffle may also redeem their prize for $5,000 cash in lieu of $10,000 tuition credit. Click on $10,000 Tuition Raffle to make your purchase on-line. Even if you can't be at Artrageous Affair, you may still be a part of the excitement by purchasing your chance for this incredible prize. Click for complete Rules and Regulations.

Nautical Poker Run. Without a doubt the Nautical Poker Run was one of the best sign-up events offered at last year's Big Event. We know that many of you are planning on being a part of this sign-up event this year. Please note that the date has been confirmed for Saturday, May 13. Clear you calendar now and get your pen ready to sign-up for this great day.

Artrageous Artists' Gallery

We are excited this year to have added a new element to the Big Event 2006…the artists' gallery. There are twelve different artists from Mexico and throughout the United States, and each artist will have his or her pieces of displayed the night of the Big Event for purchase.

The price of each work of art will not be an auction value, but the value that the artist has designated prior to the event. The artists have graciously agreed to donate forty percent of the price of pieces that sell to Shorecrest, to help us continue our mission of being a "school of the arts."

You can see the artists, read their bios and look at their incredible works of art on our auction site http://shorecrest.maestroweb.com., "Artrageous Artists" link under the Artists category.

A very special thank you goes out to Robin Roth-Murphy for making the "first ever" artists component such a vital part of this year's Artrageous Affair.

New Parent Breakfast

Many thanks to Susie Wehrmann for creating a scrumptious feast for our New Parent Breakfast last week.

Over fifty Shorecrest new parents and Parent Ambassadors enjoyed food and fellowship in the Student Activity Center. It was good to hear how well our newest Shorecrest students are doing!

First Annual Heritage Society Reception

Thursday, February 9, marked the first of an annual event which recognizes the members of Shorecrest's Heritage Society. The reception was held at the home of Headmaster Mike Murphy and his wife Robin. View a large photo online.

The Heritage Society recognizes those who have made a commitment to preserving Shorecrest's financial future by means of an immediate or future gift to the Endowment Fund. Endowment is crucial to the future of Shorecrest by the sustainable funding it affords to the school, allowing us to attract and retain the highest caliber of teachers, the greatest diversity of students, and the ability to maintain our excellent facilities - while keeping tuition costs reasonable.

For more information regarding Shorecrest's Endowment Fund, please contact Robb Resler, Director of Advancement.

Oldie Goldie Event

Spring is just around the corner and with it comes an opportunity for spring cleaning. If your bookshelves are spilling over, take advantage of the upcoming Oldie Goldie Book Event to tidy them up. Here's how it works. Beginning March 6, children in EC through sixth grade can bring in books they no longer want and place them in the boxes outside their classroom doors.

On March 9 in the Middle Division and March 10 in the Lower Division, breezeways will be full of excitement and chatter as the students, along with their teachers, take advantage of the great bargains. Books will be priced between ten cents and one dollar! Imagine the children's delight at taking home a bag of books for under two dollars.

The frost on the grass proved Tuesday was the coldest morning of the winter!

Mozart and Schumann Marathon

The St. Petersburg Music Teachers Association and St. Petersburg College will sponsor a Ten Hour Music Marathon of solo and ensemble music by Mozart and Schumann on Saturday, Feb. 25 from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Music Center of St. Petersburg College, Gibbs Campus, 6605 Fifth Avenue North.

This unique music event in 2006 will commemorate special anniversary years of Mozart (250th year of his birth) and Schumann (150th year since his death.) Mini-recitals by professional concert artists will be presented on the hour, supplemented by student performances around the clock. The following Shorecrest students will participate in this event:

• 2nd grade - Joann T.
• 3rd grade - Nadine S.
• 4th grade - Jonathan S.
• 5th grade - Drake H., Sarah L., Jackson M.
• 6th grade - Christian M., Nick N., Luke N.
• 7th grade - Shannon M.
• 8th grade - Jessica M.
• 9th grade - Stephen M., Alex N.

Annual Fund 2005-06 Update At-a-glance

As of February 16, 2006

• Goal: $325,000
• Total Dollars Raised: $379,992
• Parent Participation: 81%

Every one of the "My Choice" Funds are now over $10,000!

• Arts $10,616
• Endowment Fund $10,230
• Mary Harden Booker Faculty Development Fund $20,268
• Sports Fund $11,320

Click to view complete "Grade Level Participation"

Click to view "Annual Fund Donors

Professional Development

Shorecrest teachers Kathy Kelly, Sue Samuel, Dianna Tucker, and Sandra Leon-Cone attended a workshop for high performing teachers sponsored by the Florida Council of Independent Schools. They spent last Sunday through Tuesday learning and sharing with colleagues on a variety of topics, a favorite being brain research.

Shorecrest Videos

There is no need to haul your video camera, tripod and other equipment to Shorecrest events anymore. Each major Shorecrest production featuring our students and their talents is now being professionally recorded and produced in DVD format. Sit back and enjoy the moment and let someone else handle the video recording.

Videos are currently available for the following Shorecrest events:

• Fifth and Sixth Grade casts for 101 Dalmatians, Feb 14 and 15, 2006
• Third Grade Program - America's Kids, Feb 10, 2006
• Winter Band Concert
• Annie Jr. - both the seventh and eighth Grade cast performances
• Basketball, Soccer, Golf, Swimming, and Volleyball Events
• Visual and Performing Arts Showcase: Song and Dance '05 and CD Performers
• Poetry in the Park DVD and Theme Song CD Soundtrack Set
• All Varsity Football Games and "Feel Good" Reels
• Homecoming Week Events and Game Highlights - 3 DVD set
• Varsity Cheerleaders DVD

Click on www.Stefio.TV for more information and to place your order.

Results of last week's poll:

Dogs, cats, so many other pets - tell us about yours.

I have a dog. Her name is Cindy. We adopted her from the seeing eye dog shelter from Florida, and she came all the way from FL to NC. Then we moved again, and she is now back where she was born. I also have a bunny (my sister's bunny); her name is Cupcake, and she is white and grey. She loves to hop around, and whenever someone comes over, she just loves to meet them. She will play with you and lick you!
- NC girl

I have the most adorable dachshunds! They are lovable dogs!
- Dachshund lover

Duncan, aka the Official Dog of the Millennium!
- Owner of the Official Dog of the Millennium

My dog moved to England last year.
- Sixth grader

Juju the dog won the "best personality" award at the JK pet show last year and boy, does she deserve it!
- Juju's mom

I have the smallest dog in the world! She is so cute and weights 1.8 pounds. My other dog is so cute too. She always sleeps right on my feet.
- Awesome kid!

I have four dogs. They are cocker spaniels. Their names are Olive Ruby, Missy May, Gracie, and Bailey. They are so adorable!
- Someone who is alive

I have two dogs. They are cuddly and cute. They run around like maniacs. I love them so much.
- Charger

I have two pet dogs. They are teacup yorkies.
- Funny and outgoing person

Molly Malone is my lemon beagle! She was named after the Irish song, Molly Malone!
- Dog lover

I have a "Q-tip." Not the toiletries. My lovable white fluffy bichon frise.
- Tough eighth grader

Australian Leopard Geckos and Bearded Dragons rock! Iggy and Shredder are the bomb!
- Eighth grader

I have a goat. He is 7 years old. I also have a cat.
- Goat keeper

My pet is a lady bug. She has 12 dots and is pinkish red. I love my lady bug. Her name is Sally Sue. I named her when I found her in my pool last week. She escaped. I'll always have her in my heart.
- Boy

I have a cockateil named Petey from the movie Dumb and Dumber. It wakes me up in the mornings at 7 a.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. He is really annoying.
- Sophomore

I have a llama and he is my favorite thing ever. I love him.
- Shorty and tall person

I have had 11 fish, 3 dogs, 1 rabbit, 4 lizards, and 2 snakes.
- Person whose pets die a lot

I had one fish that lived for a week, then he died. I can't have any because my mom and sister are allergic to dogs and cats.
- Seventh grader who has no pets

My pets are very colorful and like to eat pickles. They are a plus to my family.
- Third grader

My animals are da bomb!
- Weirdo

I have had five dogs, two hamsters, a turtle, and a bunny. The pets that I currently have are a dog named Cindy and a bunny named Cupcake.
- Girl with a lot of pets

I don't have any.
- Kool kid

My animals are off the hook!
- Shopaholic

I have a fuzzy rabbit I adopted from the SPCA. His name is Arnold and he loves to nibble!
- Rabbit owner

I have two chinchillas named Seymour and Stopper (yes, they are real and not on a coat). They're incredibly soft, affectionate, and cuddle in your lap just like a cat.
- Chilla Lover

I'm so sad but I don't have an animal to love. I wish I had a dog though.

Updating E-mail

If you need to change your e-mail address or would like to add additional e-mail addresses, please send your e-mail addresses to the registrar at jroberge@shorecrest.org. Thanks!

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Fifth and sixth grade drama students performed 101 Dalmatians on Tuesday and Wednesday in the Janet Root Theatre.

Lower Division

Fourth Grade Book Club

Who says reading can't be fun? Several fourth grade students have been hanging out in Ms. Tucker's classroom on Monday afternoons taking part in a new Lower Division book club.

Munching on snacks, they spend an hour or so reading and discussing three novels by Madeleine L'Engle. L'Engle is best known for her Newbery Award winning novel A Wrinkle In Time, but she has also written over thirty other books for young people!

Violin Performance in Kindergarten

Kindergartner Frank W. recently gave his classmates a treat during sharing time. He brought his violin to school and performed pieces he had been studying at home.

Each time he played, he explained the music to his friends, and he ended each piece with a bow of thanks for the applause. Frank has been studying since he was four years old.

Valentine's Day

Kindergarten students open their Valentine's Day treasures.

Early Childhood

Missing Umbrellas

By the end of our wonderful but wet Grandparents Day, all of the large Shorecrest umbrellas that belong to the Early Childhood Center were missing. If you "borrowed" one, please return it so we can keep our students dry on rainy days!

Learning Through Music

Learning can happen in so many ways and doesn't have to be work at all! Music is a great conduit for integrated learning and one simple song can teach so much.

"There is a shape that means love and heart is its name, oh.
H-E-A-R-T,  H-E-A-R-T,  H-E-A-R-T,
And heart is its name, oh."

This song, sung to the tune of BINGO, was taught to the EC students before Valentine's Day. When they sang it, they repeated it five times, each time replacing one more letter with a clap.

Singing the song in this manner helped the students review shape and letter recognition, practice rhythmic patterns and sequencing, enhance memory, and even learn to spell, as well as reinforcing the meaning of the holiday.

Edible Friendship Valentines

The Alpha children created very special edible valentines in exploring last week. They made pancakes, choosing white or pink batter and helping the adults flip them in the pan. When their pancake was cooked, each child used a heart-shaped cookie cutter to create two heart images, then found a friend to share with, creating pink hearts within white frames and vice versa.

The best part, of course, was eating these delicious friendship valentines!

Why Is Your Family Special?

This idea provoked a lot of thought from Mrs. Jotch's JK students. They put lots of effort into illustrating and dictating their answers to this question during center time this week.

Helping the SPCA

In conjunction with their Pet Show, the Junior Kindergarten classes are collecting Iams and Science Diet dog and cat food for the SPCA. If you would like to make donations, please drop them off at the Early Childhood Center.

Any members of the Shorecrest community who would like to watch the parade and show are invited to join us on Thursday morning at 8:20 on the Reilly Softball Field.

EC Knows How to Party

The Early Childhood Valentine's Day parties were great fun! The children enjoyed a variety of games, crafts, and making strawberry shortcake for dessert. Eye-hand coordination and gross motor skills were tested by the ring and bean bag toss games.

In JK, Valentine wands and bookmarks were fun to make and great keepsakes. The Alpha children had fun painting flower pots to fill with chocolate kisses and a seed packet on a stick, and making wands and door knob signs. Many, many thanks to the parents who coordinated, prepared materials and came to help!

Upper Division

Science Club Swims with Manatees

Early on Monday morning, David Hyink and Erich Schneider took 14 Science Club students to the Homosassa River to swim with manatees. After arriving at "Captain Mike's" in Homosassa, they were quickly issued wet suits and snorkel gear and shown a film discussing the natural history of the West Indian Manatee.

After being instructed on proper behavior around the large mammals, they were taken by boat to a manatee sanctuary. The fact that Monday was one of the coldest days of the year worked to the advantage of the students as the manatees all gathered in the warmer 72 degree springs near the sanctuary entrance. Once we had anchored, those manatees that felt sociable swam out from the sanctuary boundary to seek the attention of the students. Students were able to observe some feeding behavior as well as interactions between calves and mother manatees.

Mr. Hyink, who has taken many groups in the past, said it can be "hit or miss" as to whether you encounter any manatees. "Some years are better than others depending on conditions on a particular day. This was one of the best years we've had." Students enjoyed the trip, and Mr. Schneider, a recent transplant from the North, was heard to say, "You don't see a lot of these in Lake Michigan!"

History Book Club

On Monday the Clio Club Book Club had its inaugural meeting to discuss the novel The Canterbury Papers. There were ten people in attendance including Mrs. Specht and Mrs. Lakhani.

Our next meeting is March 13, so if you'd like to join, read up to page 150.

Students Under Pressure

This week's conceptual physics unit deals with liquids. We all know that as you dive into water, you feel the liquid exerting pressure on you; especially on your tympanic membrane (eardrum).

I wanted to have the students experience this increase in pressure with the increase of depth. Unfortunately, scuba diving in the Caribbean was not an option. Therefore, I decided to have the students slowly lower themselves into a large trash can full of water! Not to worry, I had them step into a large garbage bag first and slowly lower their leg into the trash can full of water.

As they increased their depth, the air in the bag was forced out by the increasing pressure exerted by the water. The kids had a lot of interesting comments as they descended and tried to explain what they were feeling. Physics is phun! See and Learn More.

"The French Connection"

On Wednesday, February 16, Michaelle Confident spent time with the Upper Division students enrolled in the course, "The French Speaking World," taught by Jackie Carnes. Madame Confident teaches French and Spanish in the fifth and sixth grades. She grew up in Haiti and still has family there.

Madame Confident and her husband are still very much a part of the life on the French-speaking island, and Madame Carnes' students are fortunate to have her bring their studies to life. They were afforded a realistic view of the middle class people of Haiti, the current elections, and background information on the leading candidate, Monsieur Preval.

Spanish Club

Valentine's Dance

The Eighth Annual Valentine's Dance, sponsored by the Upper Division Spanish Club, was held this past Saturday at the St. Petersburg Museum of History from 8 to 12 p.m. The dance was attended by 179 Upper Division students, a record attendance! DJ Fresh was the DJ and the senior band UJB, accompanied by Dana B., also played a set. UJB members are Alex V., Will R., Ryan M. and Jonathan V.

Michael R. won the big raffle prize, a $50 gift certificate to Carrabas; Mrs. Robison won the $25 gift certificate to Muvico; Mrs. Huck won the $20 gift certificate to Starbucks; and Mr. Heller won this year's Valentine's boxers. The girls soccer team was congratulated with a cake and cheers as they arrived at the dance directly from Ft. Lauderdale.

At 10:30, Mr. Manella crowned the King and Queen of Hearts and their court: King and Queen - Dana B. and Brett A.; Juniors - Derek O. and Jackie K.; Sophomores - Chris K. and Chelsea S.; and Freshmen - Joe A. and Samantha S. These students were chosen by their peers as people who are always willing to help another person without seeking the spotlight, people who are always there for their fellow students. It is quite an honor for each one of them. Congratulations to the entire court!

Many thanks to the Spanish Club Dance Committee and especially the committee chairmen: Brianna K., Leslie E., Mindy S., Blair D., Kim L. and JJ R. Each year the money raised at the dance is donated to the Children's Dream Fund to make the dream of a child with a life threatening illness come true. The child this year is Analiz, who has leukemia. Her wish is to have her bedroom decorated in a Dora the Explorer theme. With the funds raised at the dance ($852) plus funds from the Spanish Club's other events, Analiz is sure to have a bedroom de sus sueños.

Carnations and Singing Telegrams

The Upper Division Spanish Club again sold carnations for Valentine's Day. Students bought flowers for friends, for those special amigos or for special teachers. In all, 770 carnations were sold and delivered with a personalized note attached to each one.

Kristen D., along with her co-chairs Edie B., Maria M. and Kim N., did a fantastic job of organizing this huge project! Also, the ladies came up with a new idea this year - delivering singing telegrams! 30 songs were purchased and delivered in style and with gusto by some of Shorecrest's most talented "cantantes." What a wonderful day! Plus, $488 was raised for the Children's Dream Fund!

Arts Beat

Student Surrealist Art

Shorecrest students recently submitted art work for judging to the Salvador Dali Museum's annual Student Surrealist Art Exhibition. With this year's theme, "Surrealism, Dreams and Fantasy," all Pinellas County schools were eligible to enter the district-wide competition which will open on February 24.

Shorecrest's Arts & Humanities Department is proud and honored to have had so many of our students' works chosen for display! They are as follows: Ian B. (painting), Alex F. (graphic design), Mark C. (graphic design), Myles C., Pat M. and Chrissy M. (digital film imaging), Tyler R. and Mike S. (digital film imaging) Ashley D., Kelly M. and Mark C. (digital film imaging), Stephanie G. (photography/mixed media), Vincent M. (photography), Valerie S. (sculpture), Jenna D. (sculpture), Michelle B. (sculpture), and Erik R. (sculpture). Congratulations to all!

Arts Center Awards

On Sunday, February 12, families gathered at the Arts Center to view the students pieces chosen for The Words and Images Display.

Third graders Raquel G., Tatum L., and Monica C. received certificates of recognition for their works being chosen from over 200 entries county wide. Mrs. Rowe, their art teacher, and Mrs. Jennings looked on with pride.

Representing the fifth grade were Mrs. Williams' students Sarah L., Kyle C., and Parker D., whose works were selected as well.

Progressive Dinner

Five Shorecrest couples enjoyed a lively evening hosted by Shorecrest administrators on Saturday, January 21. Alan and Kathi Almengual, Barbara and Gene Collins, Robert and Lorrie Heyman, Gerry and Valerie Rice, Rick Ivas and Mary Jo Carney purchased the evening at last year's Big Event.

The group was picked up by a limousine, driven to the home of Admissions Director Diana Craig and her husband Marshall for cocktails and appetizers, then delivered to the home of Headmaster Mike and Robin Murphy for dinner and dessert. The delicious meal was prepared and served by an enthusiastic team of Shorecrest administrators, and everyone involved agreed that they would love to do a repeat performance. This fun event will be available again at this year's Artrageous Affair!

Three Cheers for...

• Seventh graders Peyton L. and Dominic R. and fifth grader Alexis R., who competed in the Dance Olympus Competition held Feb 3-4 at the Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center. Peyton, Dominic and Alexis are students of Cheryl Lee Studio and are members of The Showstopper Company which competed in ballet, jazz, acrobatics, tap and musical theatre and won Overall High Scores for solos and groups, plus the "Best Technique" and "Best Presentation" awards.

Both Peyton and Dominic won the titles of semi-finalist for "Junior Miss" and "Junior Mister" Dance Olympus and are invited to compete in the US finals in Orlando this July. Alexis made her debut with The Showstopper Company and received a second place in Jazz.

Peyton, Dominic and Alexis will also be performing in the ballet rendition of "Peter and the Wolf" at the Palladium Theatre this Sunday, Feb 19, as members of Les Jeunes Danseurs Youth Ballet Company. The "Peter and the Wolf'" show will be followed by several of The Showstopper Company numbers that received high awards at the competition. Tickets for Feb 19 performance can be purchased at the Palladium Theatre.

• Fourth graders Alex G. and Rachel A., who met Tampa Bay Devil Rays pitchers Seth McClung and Doug Waechter Thursday at Shorey Field at the Devil Rays Caravan. Alex plays baseball and Rachel plays softball in Northeast Little League.

Waechter told a crowd of a few hundred kids and parents about his own days playing at Shorey Field before making it to the Major Leagues.

• The Shorecrest Website, which received the Gold Award, the highest award available, from the 21st Annual Admissions Advertising Awards from the Admissions Marketing Report.

It was submitted to this prestigious national competition in the Private Education, Secondary School category. Only one Gold Award is given out. The Silver Award went to Washington International School in Washington, D.C. and the Bronze went to the Darlington School in Georgia.

Join Us at the First Team Meeting!

Are you ready to get started as we

Team Up Against Cancer?

• When: Thursday, February 23 at 7:00 a.m.
• Location: Shorecrest Student Activities Center, next to the Library

Come learn how to organize your team, pick your onsite fund-raiser, and team theme. Bagels, juice, and coffee will be provided.

Christie Pratt
Community Representative, Pinellas Unit
American Cancer Society

Athletic News

Athletic Schedules

Girls Soccer Team Makes Shorecrest Proud

Last Friday afternoon, Feb. 10, at Lockhart Stadium in Ft. Lauderdale, the Girls Varsity Soccer team played in the state semifinal game against American Heritage from Delray Beach. [large photo of team]

American Heritage, one of the state's premier programs, beat the Chargers 5-0. Shorecrest fought to the end, and the fans numbering over 100 supported the squad all the way. The Charger faithful began chanting "We still love you!" as they greeted the team after the game. The Chargers ended the year with an amazing record of 19-4-2.

Congratulations to Coach Wolfrath, Coach Every, Coach Idinge and the team for all the excitement they brought to the fans this year!

- Soccer photos by Rick Ware

The whole school lined Charger Blvd. Thursday afternoon to send off the team.

Varsity Baseball Results

The Chargers Varsity Baseball team competed in a preseason tournament at Seminole High School last week. On Thursday night, Feb. 9, they played Seminole and lost 4-2. Anthony K. led the offense with a double, and Robby T. and Daniel M. each contributed a single.

On Friday night, Feb. 10, the Chargers faced Osceola and won 1-0. Anthony K. was the winning pitcher for the Chargers throwing a 4-hit shutout. Jeff R. led the team with 2 singles. Anthony K., Clay B., and Daniel M. also hit singles.

The Chargers played Gibbs High School on Monday, Feb. 13, at the Lakewood Tournament and won 6-4. Daniel M. was the winning pitcher. Jeff R. led all batters with 2 hits and Anthony K., Clay B., and Nick M. each had a hit.

Varsity Softball Results

The Chargers won their season opener Thursday night, Feb. 9, against Sonrise Christian 10-3. Shorecrest started out strong in the first inning by scoring 2 runs on Crishana W.'s double down the left field line. Sandy L. added 3 hits, 2 RBIs, and 3 runs to the Charger offense. Seventh grader Jackie R. pitched a complete game with only 5 hits against her and striking out 3 batters.

Winter Awards Nights Coming Up

Winter Awards Nights will be held on the following dates at 7:00 p.m. in the Janet Root Theatre.

• Soccer Awards - Wednesday, February 22
• Basketball and Cheerleading Awards - Wednesday, March 1

Order Your Sports Pictures Now

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• Girls Middle Division Basketball
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• Girls JV Basketball
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• Girls Varsity Basketball
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• Boys Middle Division Basketball
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• Boys JV Basketball
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• Boys Varsity Basketball
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• Boys Varsity Soccer
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Middle Division

101 Dalmatians

Congratulations to both the fifth and sixth grade casts of 101 Dalmatians. Under the direction of Mrs. Lillian Nelson and Mrs. Emily Culley, Middle Division students brought this exciting tale of adorable puppies to life.

Many parents volunteered to assist with costuming, sets and celebration. Students in grades 4-8 attended the two daytime performances, while family and friends came each evening. Bravo for a wonderful event!

Griot

We bid farewell to our visitors from Argentina during the Middle Division presentation by Kwabena Dinizulu, a contemporary griot. We had such fun with our visitors and exchanged many ideas and experiences about Argentina and the USA. We hope to see them next year.

Meeting Reminder:
Middle Division Exchange with Martinique

Don't forget about the parent meeting on Tuesday, February 28, 2006 at 7 p.m. in Mrs. O'Horo's room (R-9) for all those hosting a student from Martinique, going on the trip to Martinique, or interested in learning about either program. Please e-mail Mrs. O'Horo at koho@shorecrest.org if you are unable to attend or if you have any questions.

County Science Fair

Once again the Shorecrest Middle Division was represented well at the Pinellas County Science Fair. On February 4, eight students competed in various categories as they orally presented their experiments to a several judges. There were over three hundred projects entered in the County fair which was held at Seminole Middle School. Six Shorecrest students walked away with eleven awards.

• Eighth grade - Nick V. - Two Awards: 2nd place Jr. Engineering, and Aerospace Education Foundation Award
• Seventh grade - Sara E. - Four Awards: 2nd Place Jr. Earth and Space Science, Tony Redlow Marine science award from Fish and Wildlife Research Institute, NOAA- "Taking the Pulse of the Planet" Award, Award from the Pinellas Geological Society

• Seventh grade - Tanja G. - 2nd Place Jr. Medicine & Health
• Seventh grade - Joelle J. - Two Awards: Best Presentation of the Scientific Method in Pinellas County & 4th Place Jr. Chemistry
• Sixth grade - Sidney H. - 4th Place Jr. Human Behavioral Science
• Sixth grade - Korey W. - 4th Place Jr. Earth and Space Science

Valentine's Day Festivities

February 14 is celebrated in a variety of ways in the Middle Division. Students pre-sold roses to seventh and eighth graders, giving the profits to the Relay for Life project. Mrs. Williams received a singing Valentine gram, Mr. Davis received flowers in the color of his wedding, and Mrs. Culley accepted roses. Coach Hayford ordered an Upper Division carnation and verse to be delivered to Mrs. Hayford.

Middle Division students enjoyed Valentine treats throughout the day and everyone had a wonderful Valen--- time! Thank you to all the Middle Division cupids!

Excel-lent Math Adventure

Seventh grade pre-algebra students embarked on an Excel-lent math adventure in the classroom and in the computer lab during the past week. After learning necessary formulas, the seventh graders progressed from using Excel for basic calculations to problem solving.

Mrs. Black presented a series of electronic spreadsheets that allowed students to manipulate data for quarter grade averages, loan payments, and shopping sprees. She encouraged her students to ask "what if" questions and provided them with formulas that enabled them to make predictions and quickly solve problems with changing data. Students learned that playing "what if" with an electronic spreadsheet allowed them to forecast and then confirm the effect of a particular change.

As a concluding activity, students designed a problem and developed a spreadsheet that allowed them to solve it. Through hands-on activities, the seventh grade math students learned that electronic spreadsheets are powerful tools for problem solving.

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