Dec. 8, 2006

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Annual Fund

Athletic News

Athletics: Upcoming Games

Big Event

E-Bytes Reminders

Early Childhood

Holiday Gift Drive

Lower Division

Middle Division

Poll: Movies and TV of the Season

Poll Results: Music of the Season

Relay for Life

Shorecrest Business Partner

Students Teaching Students

Study and Learning Center

Three Cheers

Upcoming Events

Updating E-mail Addresses

Upper Division

Yearbook Orders

Upcoming Events

Dec 8 Friday

• Holiday Gift Drive Ends

Dec 12 Tuesday

• Relay for Life Planning Meeting
  Student Activity Center 8:30 a.m.
• Performance by the Sixth and Seventh Grade - "Big Bad!"
  Janet Root Theatre 1:00.m.
• Performance by the Sixth and Seventh Grade - "Big Bad!"
  Janet Root Theatre 6:30 p.m.

Dec 13 Wednesday

• Spirit Day

Dec 18-20 Mon-Wed

• Semester Exams Grades 7-12

Dec 20 Wednesday

• Early Childhood Sing
  Janet Root Theatre 8:30 a.m.
• Lower Division Sing
  Janet Root Theatre 10:00 a.m.
• Second Quarter Ends -
  Noon Dismissal Grades EC-5

Dec 21-Jan 3

• Winter Break

Jan 2-3 Tues-Wed

• School Closed
  Professional Days

Jan 3 Wednesday

• Senior Retreat Departs at 3:00 p.m. (return Jan. 5)

Jan 4 Thursday

• School Resumes (EC-11)

Jan 8-12 Mon-Fri

• Middle Division Science Fair
  Student Activity Center

Jan 9 Tuesday

• Picture Lady and Gentleman Day for Lower Division
  Classrooms 2:00 p.m.
• Booster Club Meeting
  Library 7:00 p.m. (rescheduled from Jan. 8)

Jan 10 Wednesday

• Athletic Awards Night
  Janet Root Theatre
  Golf 7:00 p.m.
  Cross Country 8:00 p.m.

Jan 11 Thursday

• "Four Score and Seven" for Grades 5-8
  Janet Root Theatre 1:00 p.m.

Jan 12 Friday

• Geography Bee
  Janet Root Theatre 1:00 p.m.

Jan 15 Monday

• School Closed
  Martin Luther King Day

Jan 17 Wednesday

• Athletic Awards Night
  Janet Root Theatre - Swim and Dive 7:00 - Volleyball 8:00 p.m.

Jan 18 Thursday

• Shorecrest Parent Association Meeting
  Student Activity Center 8:15 a.m.

Jan 23 Tuesday

• Ident-a-Kid Service on Campus
  (look for more information to come in flyers and mail)
• "The Magic of Reading" through the eyes of Ben Franklin for Grades 3-6
  Janet Root Theatre 1:00 p.m.

Jan 24 Wednesday

• Jack Hartmann presents "Hop 2 It Music" for Grades EC-2
  Janet Root Theatre 1:00 p.m.
• Athletic Awards Night - Football Cheerleading
  Janet Root Theatre 7:00 p.m.

Jan 26 Friday

• Third Grade Program
  Janet Root Theatre 8:30 a.m.

Jan 27 Saturday

• SAT

Jan 31 Wednesday

• Spirit Day
• New Parent Breakfast
  Student Activity Center 8:00 a.m.

Upcoming Games and Meets

Dec 8 Friday

• Girls MD Soccer
  at Tampa Prep 4:00
• Boys Varsity Soccer
  at Tampa Catholic 6:00
• Girls Varsity Soccer
  Home vs. Keswick 7:00

Dec 9 Saturday

• Girls MD Basketball
  at Indian Rocks Christian 10:00
• Boys MD Basketball
  at Indian Rocks Christian 11:00
• Boys JV Soccer
  at Tampa Prep 11:00
• Boys Varsity Basketball
  Home vs. Seffner Christian 2:30

Dec 11 Monday

• Girls MD Basketball
  Home vs. Northside Christian 4:30
• Boys MD Basketball
  at Northside Christian 4:30
• Girls MD Soccer
  at Indian Rocks Christian 5:00
• Girls Varsity Basketball
  Home vs. Northside Christian 6:00
• Boys MD Soccer (A Team)
  at Indian Rocks Christian 7:00
• Boys Varsity Basketball
  at Northside Christian 7:30

Dec 12 Tuesday

• Boys MD Basketball
  Home vs. Wellington 4:30
• Girls Varsity Basketball
  at Indian Rocks Christian 6:00
• Girls Varsity Soccer
  Home vs. Northside Christian 6:00
• Boys Varsity Basketball
  at Indian Rocks Christian 7:30
• Boys Varsity Soccer
  Home vs. Northside Christian 8:00

Dec 13 Wednesday

• Boys JV Soccer
  at Admiral Farragut 5:00
• Boys Varsity Soccer
  at Admiral Farragut 7:00

Dec 14 Thursday

• Girls Varsity Soccer
  Home vs. Calvary Christian 5:00
• Boys Varsity Basketball
  at Lakeside Christian 7:30

Relay for Life

Shorecrest's second annual Relay for Life will be held March 30-31, 2007. To learn how you can participate, come to the next planning meeting on Dec. 12 at 8:30 a.m. in the Student Activity Center.

For more information and to register, visit this American Cancer Society page.

Annual Fund Success Continues

Thank you to all of you who said "YES" to the Annual Fund. Click for the complete donor roll of Annual Fund supporters. It has been an unprecedented year for fundraising with six grade levels reaching 100%, and ten grade levels exceeding 90%. Click for the grade level participation.

This year has also been a tremendous year for receiving employer matching gifts. If you have already made your Annual Fund gift, please check to see if your employer has a matching gift program. It's never too late to make your Annual Fund gift. Won't you please help push us over the top and make your Annual Fund gift today. If you are planning on making a stock gift for year-end, please let the Office of Advancement know of your intention prior to making the gift in order to accurately track the gift as coming from you. Click for more information on making gifts of stock.

Thank you once again to all of our Annual Fund Donors

AGLL Resource

Study & Learning Center News

Our Middle Division after-school study hall is progressing very nicely, and we would love to have your child join us if he/she has not done so yet. It is a good setting that allows the student to get homework and studying done in a safe, organized and controlled environment with their friends and classmates.

We have been meeting in Mrs. Kelly's sixth grade classroom after school to drop off books and backpacks and then proceed out to the canteen for drinks and snacks. After a little down time, we head back to the classroom to check agendas, hear about upcoming tests/quizzes and to begin homework for that day. Mrs. Dattilo is the adult responsible for the study hall, and she is assisted by National Honor Society tutors who are available to help with homework questions and to review for tests/quizzes with the students in attendance.

The study hall operates from 3:15 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays and Fridays until 5:00 p.m.

Contact Jean Carnes at ext. 220 or Sue Dattilo at ext.157.

Crestviews

Parents of students in Early Childhood through fourth grade are reminded that they can save $5.00 off of the publication price if they pre-order their yearbook before the first of the year.

Send checks in the amount of $55 for the 2007 edition of Crestviews, payable to Shorecrest, to Mr. Tony Napodano in the Upper Division.

Shorecrest Event Videography by Sunrise Productions

Frank Gibson of Sunrise Productions has been producing the Shorecrest event DVDs this school year. To date, he has filmed Poetry in the Park, Fall Arts Showcase, and the Winter Band Concert. Many families have enjoyed the convenience of not having to bring their camera equipment to events and simply being able to enjoy the performances.

As long as families continue to order DVDs, Shorecrest will continue to provide this service. The DVDs are $20 plus $3 for shipping and handling costs.

Order forms are sent home the week prior to each event and can also be downloaded from the list below. Don't forget to place your orders and take advantage of this convenient service!

Completed Events

• Poetry in the Park (EC-grade 4)
  Thurs., Oct. 19
• Fall Arts Showcase
  Sat., Nov. 18
• Winter Band Concert
  Tues., Dec. 5

Upcoming Events

• Sixth and Seventh Grade Drama Production
  Tues., Dec. 12
• Early Childhood Holiday Sing
  Wed., Dec. 20
• Third Grade Program
  Fri., Jan. 26
• Grandparents Day
  Fri., Feb. 2
• Second Grade Program
  Fri., Feb. 9
• Eighth Grade Drama Production
  Wed., Feb. 28
• Fourth Grade Program
  Thurs., Mar. 8
• First Grade Program
  Fri., Mar. 30
• Spring Musical, 42nd Street
  Thurs.-Sat., April 26-28
• Alpha Parent Day
  Thurs., May 3
• Kindergarten Program
  Fri., May 11
• 5th Grade Drama Production
  Thurs., May 17
• Baccalaureate / Commencement
  Sun., May 20 / Sat., May 26

Some responses to last week's poll:

Music of the season - What's your favorite?

I would have to say the old time Christmas songs by artists such as Ray Charles, Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, and Billy Holiday. Definitely a Christmas classic.
- Sophomore

Jingle Bell Rock.
- Eighth grader who loves Christmas

Indian music.
- Fifth grader

The one that goes "Ho, ho, ho." I'm so excited for Santa to come to town. I wonder how he makes it across the whole world in only one night. Why don't I ever catch him. Gee, he must be a sneakster.
I heart presents.
- Eighth grader

Whatever is on the radio.
- Kwanzanian

A Charlie Brown Christmas.
- Peanuts Mom

Beatles. Harry Potter theme music (there is not one but I'd like it anyway).
- Harry Potter Lover

Harry Potter soundtrack.
- Harry Potta 4ev

I usually listen to Jack Johnson, Incubus, and Dave Matthews band, all while playing my game cube in my room.
- Bro

I like "The Wiggles."

I don't really get the question but my fav song for Christmas is Oh the weather outside is frightful, and the smell of cookies are delightful, let it snow let it snow let it snow!
- Eighth grade

My favorite season or my favorite music? my fav season is winter and my favorite season music is Christmas music... is there any other?
- Nice person

Its probably a toss-up between ODB's Ole' Christmas or Raffi.
- Varied musical tastes

Santalicious.
- Destiny's Child

I like all kinds but my favorite band is Hellogoodbye...but I also like the Clash and the Ramones.
- Person

Jingle Bells!
- Person

Handel's Messiah.
- Dad

Nutcracker Suite by Tchaikovsky.
- Mom

I love anything by Andy Williams, particularly "Sleigh Ride" and his version of "The 12 Days of Christmas," "A Song for the Christmas Tree." I do also really enjoy Jimmy Buffett's "Up On the Rooftop."
- Teacher

Hanukkah music.
- Parent

O Come All Ye Faithful because it's not as known as the other holiday songs and it is unique....

Updating E-mail

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The Fourth Grade Band performed at the Winter Concert (more photos).

Tuesday, December 5, was concert day at Shorecrest. Seventy musicians in grades four through twelve gathered in the Janet Root Theatre to present two concerts in one day. A one o'clock performance for Lower and Middle Division students was followed by an evening performance for family and friends. Participating groups included the Fourth Grade Beginning Band, The Fifth and Sixth Grade Intermediate Band, The Young Strings Violinists, The Shorecrest Percussion Ensemble, The All-that-Jazz Band, The Shorecrest Wind Ensemble and The Shorecrest Concert Band.

The Young Strings impressed the audience with their precision and control. The Percussion Ensemble demonstrated how musical that family of instruments could be. The All-That-Jazz Band swung hard and "flashed some serious chops." The Wind Ensemble represented the serious side of wind band literature with music by Gustav Holst.

Other band selections ranged from seasonal favorites to rhythm and blues to the classics. Classical pieces included the "Overture 1812" and "The Nutcracker" by Tchaikovsky. Seasonal favorites "Jingle Bells" and "Frosty the Snowman" put everyone in a holiday mood. Finally, a rocking rendition of "The Blues Brothers Medley" featuring many rhythm and blues favorites from the 60s had the musicians and audience alike groovin' to the beat.

These students worked many hours to create these exciting and entertaining performances. Judging from the enthusiastic audience response, their efforts were thoroughly appreciated!

Holiday Gift Drive volunteers. (more photos)

Middle Division

History Projects

This week Middle Division students brought in their National History Day exhibits to be judged in the school's History Fair.

Exhibits were on display in the Student Activity Center for all to see. The students had to show how their historical topics related to this year's theme, Triumph and Tragedy in History.

The top three exhibits will move on to the county competition in January. The winners will have their names posted in next week's E-Bytes.

Severe Weather

The fifth grade science classes have been studying the weather with particular attention to severe weather. Living in Florida immediately brings hurricanes into that study. As a culmination to the unit, fifth graders read The Cay by Theodore Taylor in science classes.

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During the students' art wheel classes with Mrs. Williams, fifth graders were asked to create a new cover for the book. Each student designed a cover, and each art class chose a cover to represent their section. All of the fifth grade were then asked to vote for the best cover of all. Sydney B. was the winner. The students really enjoyed reading the book and doing this art project.

Cell Research

As part of a research project that the seventh grade life students are doing on cells, Dr. Nagwa Dajani was invited to speak on stem cell research. Dr. Dajani presented to both the seventh and eighth grade science classes. Her speech included what stem cells are, how they can potentially be used to treat many diseases, and uses of stem cells to help regenerate organs in the body.

Dr. Dajani asked the students questions about what they were learning in Life Science and incorporated their answers into her presentation.

The presentation was very informative and helped the students to understand how stem cells are different from a regular cell. The students asked a lot of questions, and Dr. Dajani was impressed by the students' knowledge. Many thanks go out to Dr. Dajani for helping the seventh graders in their cell research project.

Ars Poetica

"A poem should be palpable and mute
As a globed fruit ..."

Young poets are publishing their writing daily on Ars Poetica, the English 7 online conference open to students in Ms. Mercier's and Mrs. Cobb's classes.

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O we celebrate you! Keep on writing!

"A poem should not mean
But be."

Oceanography and the Environment

Ms. D'Ambrosio's Oceanography class had visitor Sharon Grau from Emergency Response, a group that works with various oil companies, to talk to about oil spills, how they are cleaned up, and how they affect Tampa Bay. The students then set up a mock oil spill and used actual materials the professionals use in the field to clean up the oil.

On November 21 the eighth grade went on a field trip to Tampa Bay Watch to relate what they were doing in the classroom to the real world environment. Even though it was cold, the students braved the elements and went on nature hikes identifying species of mangroves, water sources, and birds on the Fort Desoto trails.

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They participated in a beach scavenger hunt and trash clean-up at Fort Desoto. They also learned about nautical maps, built boats, and participated in the Oyster Habitat Restoration Project at the Tampa BayWatch education facility. The students got to mix cement and build oyster habitat shelters to be planted in Tampa Bay in the spring. The students had fun learning about the beautiful coastal environment around them. We will be back in the spring to plant our seagrass at Fort DeSoto.

Raina O'Neil from Southwest Florida Water Management District came to speak about the watershed in Tampa Bay. She explained the state of Tampa Bay past and present.

The students were able to simulate different kinds of pollutants in Tampa Bay using the Enviroscope town model. They were able to demonstrate how these pollutants affects the watershed and the overall ecosystem.

All the Way to China

Ms. D'Ambrosio swapped classes for a day with Mrs. Scoby's fifth grade Geography classes. The fifth graders have been learning about China, and Ms. D'Ambrosio had traveled to China this past summer.

She dressed in a traditional Chinese dress, showed a picture presentation, taught the students to say "hello" and "good morning" in Mandarin, and showed various artifacts, money, and relics from China as well as answered questions about China.

Kuumba Dancers

The Kuumba dancers and drummers visited the Janet Root Theater in November for a wonderful afternoon performance. Middle Division students learned about dances and beats - as well as the storytelling traditions - of West African countries such as Liberia, Mali, and Ghana.

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The Tampa-based troupe brought a visiting drummer from Senegal as well! It was a spirited and participatory event enjoyed by all.

Study & Learning Center News Update

Just another reminder for both parents and students who use our after-school study hall in the Sher Center that the schedule will be a normal one for next week but will be abbreviated for the week of exams. We will have a study hall on Monday, Dec. 18 during regular hours, but there will not be any other held for the remainder of the week. Please contact either Sue Dattilo or Jean Carnes if you have questions.

Upper Division

Summer in Sevilla

This is a reminder to all those Upper Division students and parents who, earlier in the year, expressed an interest in having their children participate in the study-abroad trip to Sevilla this summer. There are 12 Shorecrest students already signed up for the trip.

Jorge Giroud, the Executive Director of Student Voyage, wants to let the Shorecrest community know that the deadline to apply is December 15, and it looks like the trip will fill before that date, perhaps excluding interested Shorecrest students since there are also students from Canterbury, Admiral Farragut and Tampa Prep who have applied.

If you want your student to travel abroad with us this summer, please get your application in as soon as possible. If you have questions, you may contact Jorge Giroud at 727-470-4928 or Sra. Cary Powers at 727-522-2111 ext. 116.

Studypalooza for Freshmen

The second annual Studypalooza will take place in room H4 the weekend of Dec. 16 and 17 in preparation for the midterm on Monday, Dec. 18. Freshmen are invited to come to either session, and both sessions will begin promptly at 10 a.m. and last until 12:30.

Key Club Wreaths

Each year Key Clubbers assemble Christmas wreaths and deliver them to campus offices, teachers and local nursing homes. This year Key Clubbers Vince M., Shelby P., Blake F., Taylor T., Pav B., Brittany H., and Mark S. helped bring in the wreaths and assembled them very professionally.

Sami L. helped deliver the wreaths to different offices and teachers on campus. Everyone had a great time putting the wreaths together and putting smiles on people's faces.

Leo Club at the Santa Parade

Saturday, Dec. 2, the Shorecrest Leo Club participated in the annual St. Petersburg Santa Parade. Shorecrest students joined other Leo Club members from Boca Ciega High School, St. Pete High School, and Admiral Farragut Academy. Students carried banners, passed out beads and candy, and shared the holiday spirit with the crowd. Check out the Leo Club page of photos.

The Shorecrest Leos will host a Christmas Party on Saturday, Dec. 9, at the YWCA Family Village from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. For more information, contact Beth Bartlett.

Interact's Holiday Luncheon Feast a Huge Success!

Committee Heads Bekka G. and Chelsea S. put together a delicious hot lunch from Ya Ya's and the help of other Interact members! The meal consisted of Ya Ya's chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, steamed vegetables and yummy bread and honey butter. Club members donated macaroni and cheese, drinks, salads and lots of desserts; all for only $6! Ya Ya's helped our cause by charging a minimal amount and delivering the meal. We would like to thank John at the 9100 Fourth Street North store and encourage all Shorecrest families to support this restaurant which is under new management. The profits of this endeavor will help buy presents and gift cards for Brookwood Florida Home for displaced girls.

Lifetime Sports Class has a 'Ball' with Indoor Lacrosse!

The Upper Division Lifetime Sports class has been enjoying themselves with a variety of recreational games on campus. All are fast paced and aerobically demanding. Recently they have been playing lacrosse in the gym and skills have greatly improved!

This is an elective P.E. class taught by Coach Newton, and new activities being considered include golf, laser tag, and martial arts. This class is usually offered to all students grades 10-12. It is a great place to keep in shape and learn ways to stay active throughout one's future.

Digital Dali

Digital Film Imaging students worked on Salvador Dali Surreal Video Competition, using computer generated editing equipment for the video and Garage Band to compose the sound track.

Students Teaching Students about Smoking

One of the nice things about attending a Pre K-12 school is that as a younger student, you have oodles of good role models to look up to. Fourth graders take advantage of this opportunity each year as Dr. Hamilton's peer counselor group goes through a training with the American Lung Association about influencing peers not to smoke.

These impressive young adults then visit the fourth grade classrooms to present why they don't smoke and why the fourth graders shouldn't either. It is very powerful for a young student to see a talented track and cross country runner say that she doesn't smoke because she likes winning races, or a effervescent theatrical student say that she doesn't smoke because it smells disgusting.

To follow up with their powerful personal messages, the Upper Division students share some of the statistics and findings about the consequences of tobacco use. One of the most dramatic moments is when the older students pump up a pig lung that has been given lung cancer. The fourth graders are amazed at how poorly it inflates, and the lesson is a memorable one.

The fourth graders were taught how advertisers try to make cigarettes appealing to youngsters and that tobacco companies need 3,000 new smokers every day to replace the ones who quit or die.

Shorecrest Business Partner

Three Cheers for...

• Eleven year old Shorecrest fifth grade student Julia B., who won the 14-and-under 3.1 mile "Ride and Run with the Stars" race hosted by the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office at Ft. Desoto Park. Julia has placed in this event three of the four years she has participated.

• Fourth grader Kathryn B., whose holiday card is on display in Vinoy Park. Her artwork was selected among the top 12 in the Giant Greeting Card Contest displayed along the waterfront in downtown St. Petersburg. She then had to reproduce her entry on two 4' x 8' plywood panels provided by the Recreation Department.

The 12 cards will be on display through the holidays.

• Fourth grader Ali A., who had her first Hollywood movie debut last week in West Palm Beach! She was in a movie with Cole and Dylan Sprouse (The Suite Life of Zack and Cody).

The movie is scheduled to be out in early 2008 and is currently called "a modern take on a classic Mark Twain story, The Prince and the Pauper." Congratulations, Ali, and we look forward to seeing you on the big screen when it comes out!

• Ninth grader Sami B., who chose to ask for donations instead of gifts for her 14th birthday party. Sami chose Resurrection House as the recipient of over $600 in donations. Resurrection House mailed a thank you letter to express their gratitude to Sami and the freshman class.

Athletic News

Complete Athletic Schedules

This Week's Games and Meets

Shorecrest Athletes Honored at Pinellas County All Star Game

On the evening of Dec. 6, Shorecrest athletes were honored before the Pinellas County All Star Football Game at Clearwater High School. Senior Sam W. was given the "Mike June Courage Award." This is the first year of this special award honoring Mike June, the Palm Harbor head football coach, who passed away from cancer.

Sam was nominated for the award by Coach Hayford because of his perseverance and courage. Over a span of three years, Sam was injured and kept fighting back with hard work in the weight room and rehab. Nick M. was also honored with the academic award for the South team.

Nick M. and Clay B. led the South team to victory while Blair D. and Jackie K. cheered them on. Congratulations to all of our athletes!

Girls Varsity Basketball

On Thursday, Nov. 30, the Chargers traveled to Clearwater to play Lakeside Christian. The Chargers lost by the score of 57-38. High scorer for the Chargers was Jasmine C. with 18 points.

The Chargers hosted Tampa Prep on Friday, Dec. 1, and lost 57-38. Jasmine C. led the team with 10 points and 11 rebounds. Sandy L. also added 7 points and 6 rebounds. Ali W. had a great day under the boards with 12 rebounds.

Boys Varsity Basketball

The Chargers hosted Tampa Prep on Friday, Dec. 1, and lost 79-23. High scorers for the Chargers were Carter S. and Alex G. with 8 points each.

Girls Varsity Soccer

The Chargers traveled to Keswick on Thursday, Nov. 30, and won 11-1. Goals were scored by Jennifer C. (3), Taylor T. (2), Rachel W. (2), Erin M., Eby O., Carley S., and Brooke D.

On Friday, Dec. 1, the Chargers hosted Out of Door Academy and won by the score of 8-1. Goals were scored by Eby O. (2), Jennifer C. (2), Rachel W. (2), Taylor T., and Erin M.

The Chargers hosted St. Stephens on Monday, Dec. 4, and won a close game 2-1. Taylor T. and Jennifer C. scored the Chargers goals. The Chargers avenged a loss against St. Stephens earlier in the season!

On Tuesday, Dec. 5, the Chargers traveled to Indian Rocks Christian and won again by the score of 3-1. Goals were scored by Brooke D., Taylor T., and Jennifer C. The Chargers record now stands at 7-2-1.

Boys Varsity Soccer Results

The Chargers hosted Out of Door Academy from Sarasota on Friday, Dec. 1, and won 4-3. Anthony H. and Ben S. each scored two goals for the Chargers.

On Tuesday, Dec. 5, the Chargers traveled to Indian Rocks Christian and won 4-3. Ben S. led the scoring with 2 goals followed by Chris F. and Jordan S. with one each.

Girls JV Soccer

The JV Girls Soccer team traveled to Lakeland on Thursday, Nov. 30, to face Lakeland Christian and lost 4-1. The girls went down early 3-0 in the first half. They came out in the second half determined to prove that they were better than they had shown in the first 30 minutes of play. The girls played hard for the final 30 minutes to make the game more evenly matched. Natalie N. had the lone Charger goal, and Rachel B. had several key saves to keep the game close.

In a rematch of their first game of the season, the JV Girls soccer team faced Tampa Prep at home on Tuesday, Dec. 5. After going down 2-0 early in the first half, the Chargers fought back, quickly tying the game up at 2-2 with goals from Shannon M., and Kelsey C. From that point on it was all Chargers, and they went on to win 4-2.

On Wednesday, Dec. 6, the JV girls soccer team traveled to Bradenton to face St. Stephens. Although the girls came home with a 2-0 defeat, they played a much more evenly matched game than the first time they faced the Falcons. The Chargers had several scoring opportunities, keeping the Falcons keeper on her toes throughout the entire game.

Boys JV Soccer

The Chargers traveled to Lakeland Christian on Tuesday, Dec. 5, and won 2-0 to run their record to 3-2. Colin D. scored both goals and goalkeeper Jordan C. made several good saves to help the Chargers get the win. Colin D. now has five goals for the season to lead the team.

Girls Middle Division Basketball

On Friday, Dec. 1, the Girls Middle Division basketball team traveled to Admiral Farragut and won 28-18. Lindsey E. was high scorer with 8 points followed by Sara W. with 6 points.

The Chargers hosted Keswick on Tuesday, Dec. 5, and won 24-9. Rachel T. scored 6 points and Sarah O. added another 4 points to the winning cause.

On Wednesday, Dec. 6, the Chargers traveled to Sarasota to play Out of Door Academy. The Chargers lost 14-6 with the scoring coming from Sophia F. with 4 points and Lindsey E. with two points. The team's record stands at 2-5.

Boys Middle Division Basketball

On Friday, Dec. 1, the Chargers traveled to Admiral Farragut and won 44-9. The team started out strong jumping to a 12-0 lead at the end of the first quarter and 23-2 by halftime. The defensive effort was the best of the year against a team that had a distinct height advantage. The Farragut inside advantage proved to be no match for the Shorecrest defensive intensity throughout the game. The team had a very balanced scoring attack with Nick N. and Dan A. each scoring 8 points.

The Chargers hosted Keswick Christian on Tuesday, Dec. 5, and won 43-20. What started out as a fairly tight contest with Shorecrest only leading 19-11 at the half turned quickly when the Chargers outscored Keswick 14-2 in the third quarter. The full court press wreaked havoc, especially in the second half, and Luke B. got hot, hitting for 19 points and getting 4 assists. Brent R. added 6 points, and Matt R. had 5 rebounds.

On Wednesday, Dec. 6, the Chargers traveled to Sarasota to play Out of Door Academy and won 37-23. Shorecrest started off very sluggish and led only 6-4 at the end of the first quarter. Playing on consecutive nights with a long drive to Sarasota showed, but the team hung together and pulled out a win. We also played a fifth quarter for the less experienced players, and they played well in that 10 minute effort. Leading scorers were Luke N. with 11 points, Matt R. with 9 points and Nick N. with 7 points. Congratulations to the team for getting off to a 6-0 start. Keep up the good work!

Girls Middle Division Soccer

The Chargers hosted Out of Door Academy on Thursday, Nov. 30, and won 4-0.

On Monday, Dec. 4, the Chargers played Keswick at home and won 8-0. The scoring was led by Eva M. with three goals, Caitlin S. with two goals, Kathryn K. with two goals, and Samantha M. adding one goal.

Boys Middle Division Soccer

On Thursday, Nov. 30, the Chargers "B" team faced Canterbury at home and lost 6-0 .

The Chargers "A" team traveled to Clearwater on Friday, Dec. 1, to play St. Pauls and lost 3-0.

On Monday, Dec. 4, the Chargers "B" team played Keswick at home and won 1-0. Michael W. posted the shut out in goal and Christian M. scored the only goal. Adham S. played an excellent game at sweeper.

The Chargers "B" team traveled to Admiral Farragut on Wednesday, Dec. 6, and lost 3-1. It was a very tight game that was tied for most of it. Christian M. scored for the Chargers and Matt B. played great at stopper.

Winter Sports Pictures Scheduled

• Boys Varsity Basketball - Saturday, Dec. 9 at 1:15
• Girls Middle Division Soccer - Monday, Dec. 11 at 2:45
• Boys Middle Division Soccer - Tuesday, Dec. 12 at 3:30

Ordering Athletic Photos

Order your athletic team and individual pictures from Northeast Photography.

• Go to: Collages.net
• Username for all Basketball teams: basketball06
• Username for all Soccer teams: soccer06
• Password for all sports: 7348

Request for Athletic Photos

Just a reminder that E-Bytes is always looking for great photos of Shorecrest students' athletic events. We prefer to receive them in digital format. Please e-mail the original, unedited file to clingman@shorecrest.org.

The Big Event

Seeking an Entertainment Underwriter

The Big Event Office is currently seeking an Entertainment Underwriter for the 2007 annual Denim & Diamonds fundraiser. If interested, please contact the Big Event office:

• E-mail, big.event@shorecrest.org
• Chair, Karen Crowley (580-8082), kcrowley@shorecrest.com
• Chair, Karen Lucas (580-8042), klucas@shorecrest.com

In addition, you can visit our online auction site and see our Corporate Sponsorship Menu by going to www.shorecrestbigevent.com. Sign in and click on the Corporate Underwriting Opportunities link underneath the Shorecrest logo.

Class Basket Items

The Big Event Office is currently seeking families to underwrite or donate Class Basket Items for the 2007 Annual Denim & Diamonds Fundraiser. If interested, please contact the Big Event Office or the Class Basket Chair, Elizabeth Cobin, dcobin@tampabay.rr.com.

• Big Event Office, big.event@shorecrest.org
• Chair, Karen Crowley (580-8082), kcrowley@shorecrest.com
• Chair, Karen Lucas (580-8042), klucas@shorecrest.com