April 20, 2007

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Admissions: Drop-in Tours

Athletic News

Athletics: Upcoming

Big Event

Blood Drive on Campus

Book Fair

Celebrate the Arts

Duathlon

E-Bytes Reminders

Early Childhood

Golf and Tennis Tournament

Groundbreaking Ceremony

Lower Division

Message from Mike Murphy

Middle Division

Parent Ambassadors

Poll: Favorite Musical

Poll Results: Amusement Park Ride

Readers Celebrate

Relay for Life

Shorecrest Business Partner

Shorecrest Parent Assn.

Summer Programs

Three Cheers

Upcoming Events

Updating E-mail Addresses

Upper Division

Videos of Shorecrest Events

Upcoming Events

April 20 Friday

• Alpha Parent Day
  Student Activity Center
• Duathlon and Fun Run Relay
  Haskell Field 5:00 p.m.

April 24-25 Tue-Wed

• Middle Division WrAP Testing for Grades 5-9

April 25 Wednesday

• Spirit Day

April 30 Monday

• School Closed

May 1 Tuesday

• Band Concert
  (New Date)
  Janet Root Theatre
  for Middle Div. and Grades 3 & 4: 1:00 p.m.
  for Families and Friends: 7:00 p.m.

May 1-4 Tues-Fri

• Cheerleading Workshops
  Crisp Gym 3:20-5:00

May 2 Wednesday

• Teacher Appreciation Day

May 3 Thursday

• History Fair
• Blood Drive on Campus 7:30-2:00

May 4 Friday

• Alumni Golf and Tennis Tournament
• ETC Presents "Tales from the Southern Frontier" for Grades 1-4
  Janet Root Theatre 1:00 p.m.

May 5 Saturday

• SAT

May 7 Monday

• Cheerleading Tryouts
  Crisp Gym 3:30
• Booster Club Meeting
  Student Activity Center 7:00 p.m.

May 7-10 Mon-Thurs

• Middle Division ERB Testing for Grades 5-9

May 7-18

• Advanced Placement Exams

May 8 Tuesday

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

May 11 Friday

• Kindergarten Program
  Janet Root Theatre 10:00 a.m.

May 14 Monday

• Track Awards
  Janet Root Theatre 7:00 p.m.

May 15 Tuesday

• Blood Drive on Campus 7:30-2:00

May 16 Wednesday

May 17 Thursday

• Shorecrest Parent Association Meeting
  Student Activity Center 8:15 a.m.
• Fifth Grade Drama Program
  - for Students Janet Root Theatre 1:00 p.m.
  Fifth Grade Drama Program - for Families Janet Root Theatre 6:30 p.m.
• Spring Football Game

May 18 Friday

• Prom

May 20 Sunday

• Baccalaureate

May 21 Monday

• Athletic Awards
  Janet Root Theatre
  - Softball 7:00 p.m.
  - Baseball 8:00 p.m.

May 22 Tuesday

• Upper Division Awards Assembly
  Janet Root Theatre 9:00 a.m.

May 23 Wednesday

• Spirit Day

May 24 Thursday

• Fourth Grade Memories Ceremony
  Janet Root Theatre 8:30 a.m.
• Middle Division Awards Assembly
  Janet Root Theatre 1:00 p.m.

May 25 Friday

• Senior Breakfast
  Mike Murphy's house 9:00 a.m.
• Fourth Quarter Ends
• Last Day of School - Noon Dismissal Grades EC-5

May 26 Saturday

• Senior Commencement

May 28 Monday

• Memorial Day Holiday

May 29-30 Tues-Wed

• Faculty Post Planning Days

Duathlon - April 20

Enter the Duathlon taking place Friday April 20 and have a chance to win an amazing bicycle presented by Florida Bicycle Sports and Clip Hanger Neighborhood Advertising!

All entrants - kindergarten through eighth grade - are eligible to win a Scott Speedster S60, customized to the winner's needs.

Click here to see a graphic of the bike, and again, don't forget to enter to win! Winners must participate in the event to be eligible to win.

Win, Cheer, Volunteer!

A few good people wanted: Please consider volunteering to help at the event. We need assistance in several areas, and we promise you will not miss seeing your child's participation. Fun guaranteed!

Visit the Duathlon website to be a part of the race!

Duathlon Photos

Don't miss seeing your child cross the finish line of this exciting event! Let Sun Haven Photography take the pictures of your child crossing the finish line and receiving his or her medal so you can actually watch! Sun Haven will be taking photos during the race and at the finish.

To view and purchase the photos, go to the Sun Haven Photography website and click on the "Find Your Photo" link. From there, you will be able to select the race and browse the photos. Prints will be available from 4 x 6s all the way up to 8 x 10s or you can choose to show your pride in your little athlete with a button, mousepad, or other photographic accessory. You will also be sent proofs via e-mail within a week of the event.

Join Our Parent Ambassadors

Become a Parent Ambassador and be a part of what makes the Shorecrest experience so special! Parent Ambassadors provide our new families with a vital link to our school and help them connect with our Shorecrest community. As a Parent Ambassador, you would:

• Call and welcome new families to Shorecrest
• Provide an overview of school events and encourage them to attend
• Introduce new families to other Shorecrest families
• Attend the on-campus welcoming events with your Ambassador family

If you have any questions or need more information about this rewarding volunteer opportunity, please contact the Admissions Office at 727-522-2111 ext 106 or admissions
@shorecrest.org

Interested?

You can sign up online for the Parent Ambassador Program.

Save the Date!

• Parent Ambassador Orientation
• Tuesday, May 8, 2007
• 8:15-9 a.m.
• Library

SPA News

Spring Luncheon

The invitations have been mailed, and we are looking forward to a great afternoon of Shorecrest community fun. Our very own Dr. Pam Hamilton will be the guest speaker, and the Janet Root Volunteer of the Year Award will be presented. Remember, this is open to the entire school community, not just Upper Division parents, so come out and help us honor all the great parents at Shorecrest!

We look forward to seeing everyone on Wednesday, May 9, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Vinoy Sunset Ballroom (Snell Isle location).

Janet Root Volunteer of the Year Award Nomination

Nominating a worthy volunteer has never been easier! Please contact Mary-Ellen Howells via e-mail at mareh24@aol.com or call 895-5333 to nominate someone you feel should be considered for this prestigious award. Mary-Ellen will contact the individual and complete the nomination form with their volunteer history. The Volunteer of the Year will be announced at the Spring Luncheon on May 9.

Relay for Life

Celebrate

Join us as we celebrate the success of the Relay for Life on Thursday, May 10. Shorecrest students who participated in Relay will gather for a reflection assembly at 3:30 p.m. in the Janet Root Theatre.

Upcoming Games and Meets

Complete Schedules

Directions to Games

Friday, April 20

• Varsity Baseball
  Home vs. P.K. Young 4:00
• MD Baseball
  against St. Pete Christian at Campbell Park 4:00
• Varsity Tennis
  Regional Tournament at Saddlebrook 3:00

Saturday, April 21

• MD Baseball
  Home vs. Keswick Christian (GAME CANCELLED)

April 24-26

• Varsity Tennis
  State Finals at Scott Speicher Tennis Center in Tallahassee 8:00 a.m.

Wednesday, April 25

• Varsity Baseball District Tournament at St. Stephen's
  Chargers first game 4:30

Thursday, April 26

Varsity Baseball District Tournament Final at St. Stephen's (if the Chargers win on Wednesday) 4:00

Friday, April 27

• Varsity Track & Field
  State Meet at Showalter Field in Winter Park 1:00

Time's Running Out

Shorecrest Summer Programs 2007

Don't miss out on a wonderful summer opportunity at Shorecrest.

There are still plenty of available programs. From sports to cooking to academic enrichment, there is definitely something for students of all ages.

The following programs are very close to maximum capacity:

• Digital Depictions I (week of 7/9)
• Chemistry Camp
• Once Upon an Art Time

Now full:

• Brian Shane's Charger Basketball Camp (week of 6/18)
• Camp Read S'More
• iMovie Camp (week of 6/11)
• Lost in Space (ECC camp)
• Goin' Buggy
• Under the Big Top
• Hawaiian Luau

Date Change

The date of Coach Every's Advanced Golf Camp has been changed from June 25 thru the 29 to August 6 thru 10.

If you have any further questions, contact Amber Hutton, at 727-409-1668 or summerprograms
@shorecrest.org.

We look forward to your child spending the summer with us at Shorecrest!

Click here to download a pdf version of the brochure and registration form.

• Camp and Program Descriptions
• Schedules and Other Information

Twelfth Annual Golf and Tennis Tournament

Friday, May 4 marks the date and Isla Del Sol is the place for this year's Alumni Association Golf and Tennis Tournament. Don't miss it! We are currently looking for sponsors with several levels to choose from. For sponsorships, registration, and complete information, click here.

This year, all golf participants are automatically entered into three hole-in-one contests, with prizes including $1,000 cash, a trip to the $1-Million Hole-in-One Contest in Las Vegas, and two new cars! For tennis we will have a pro-am format with the Shorecrest Varsity Tennis team serving as the pros again this year.

Proceeds from the tournament will benefit every Shorecrest student by enhancing the programs of the school and the Alumni Association. Please consider a sponsorship for this year's tournament.

Player positions always fill quickly, so sign up today!

Big Event

The Big Event may be over, but you still have a chance to sign up for some of the best parties of the year or sign up your child to hone a sport with a professional athlete. Events include:

• Baseball Clinic
• Boat Poker Run
• Ladies Spa Night
• Football Clinic
• Charger Blvd
• Texas Hold'em - for Men & Women

Here's a link to the Big Event site.

From the Admissions Office

Videography by Sunrise Productions

Completed Events

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

Upcoming Events

• Spring Musical, 42nd Street
  Thurs.-Sat., April 26-28
• Baccalaureate / Commencement
  Sun., May 20 / Sat., May 26

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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Early Childhood students visit the Summer Reading Book Fair

Reading this summer...

A big thank you goes to all the supporters of our Summer Reading Book Fair.

The administrators, teachers, parents and students helped make this sale very successful. Thanks to Mrs. Nelson's students who advertised it by reading on the lawn as parents drove by and Maintenance who hung up our new signs ordered by Marketing. As soon as the final figures are available, we will report the amount of money that was raised for the library.

Please note that a Barnes and Noble voucher will be mailed home for anyone who did not purchase a book from the fair. It can be used at the store and our school will still get the credit. Thank you all once again.

Stalwart volunteers from SPA offer Spirit Wear for proud Chargers

Celebrate the Arts

April 26-28
Parents & Guests Invited to All Events

ONGOING EVENTS

THURSDAY • FRIDAY • SATURDAY

Upper Division Juried Art Show in the Student Activity Center

Lower Division Art Display in the LD Classroom Building Breezeways

Early Childhood and Middle Division Art Displays in the Carleen Vinal Haskell Library

On loan from the Florida Holocaust Museum
The Holocaust Wall Hangings of Judith Weinshall Liberman in the Shorecrest Fine Arts Gallery

THURSDAY EVENTS

2:00 p.m. in the Crisp Gymnasium
Middle Division and Upper Division Student Performances

• Shorecrest Concert Band
• Ninth Grade Vocal Ensemble
• Rock, Roll & Rappers
• Fifth Grade Folk Tale Performers
• Guitarists
• Middle Division Chorus
• "All That Jazz" Band
• The Cast of "42nd Street"

OPENING NIGHT!

7:30 p.m. in the Janet Root Theatre

FRIDAY EVENTS

1:00 p.m. in the Lower Division Quad: Musical Performances

• Early Childhood Voices
• Kindergarten through Fourth Grade Singers
• Third and Fourth Grade Chorus

7:30 p.m. in the Janet Root Theatre

SATURDAY EVENTS

Final Performance

7:30 p.m. in the Janet Root Theatre

Encore Party in the Student Activity Center

Best stagehands anywhere.

Studio Art

Mr. Pruitt's Studio Art and Intro to Studio Art students work diligently on various projects to complete their work before the Celebrate the Arts Competition deadline.

Three Cheers for...

• Tenth grader Samantha S., who received the Presidential Volunteer Service Award on Monday at the Upper Division assembly. Susan Lawton, director of volunteer services for United Way of Tampa Bay, presented her with a letter from President Bush, a letter from the President's Council on Service and Civic Participation, a personalized certificate, and a Bronze pin.

"I was contacted by Volunteer Florida to nominate a local greeter for the President's trip to Tampa Bay last year. Since I had just read an E-Bytes article about Samantha's efforts on behalf of the troops overseas, I suggested that she be considered," Lawton said.

In addition to her work to benefit U.S. troops overseas, Samantha has volunteered her time through Interact Club for various projects including the collection drives for Brookwood Home for Girls and the Holiday Feast. Off campus, she's worked with children through the Dali Museum and shadowed physicians through Medical Explorers. She participated in the 2006 Relay For Life as a member of the cross-country team.

According to Interact Club advisor and faculty member Kathie Newton, at the time Samantha was first nominated for this award, she had just created posters for the Holiday Feast and volunteered to make two chocolate pies. "Whenever I need assistance with any project, she jumps right in," Mrs. Newton added.

Says Mrs. Lawton, "As a Pinellas County resident and a Shorecrest parent, I am proud of the service Samantha offers to our community. I took great pleasure in presenting the award to her and am confident that Samantha will continue to positively impact our world."

Middle Division

WrAP Testing April 24 and 25

The Middle Division students will take their WrAP tests this week. After a practice all school writing, the students are ready to take the two-day writing test. Students are given a writing prompt and are asked to write a first draft, revise, and then prepare a final draft. Parents should be aware that there is a special schedule on the two testing days.

The test will run between 9:50 and 11:00, so we ask that students are not pulled from school during that time. Also, there will be no homebase advisories on the two testing days; academic classes will run until the 3:10 bell.

Middle Division Curriculum Fair

On Wednesday, Shorecrest Middle Division parents were invited to visit Middle Division classrooms. Mr. Davis began the session asking parents to compare the innovative practices and positive experiences that they would see their children enjoying to their own "junior high" experiences.

After two periods of classroom visits, the group reconvened and shared the positive things that they saw. Dr. Schoolman and Mr. Davis then concluded with a discussion of some aspects of the Middle Division that students and parents can look forward to in 2007-08. Dr. Schoolman plans to feature this information in an upcoming Middle School "Nuts and Bolts" e-mail newsletter.

ERB Consultant to Visit Shorecrest

Ms. Ann Harris, a consultant for the ERB (Educational Records Bureau) will be visiting Shorecrest to speak to parents of students in the Lower, Middle and Upper Divisions who are taking the ERB tests this spring. Ms. Harris will be speaking in the Janet Root Theatre on Wednesday evening, May 2, at 7:00 p.m. We invite you to join us to learn ways to read the test results and to gain insight into the way the test is constructed, administered, and graded. It should be an enlightening evening.

Field Trip to MOSI

A field trip on Friday the 13th? Absolutely! The seventh grade went to MOSI in Tampa and were lucky enough to dissect a sheep's heart and lungs. This was the first time this year that the seventh grade has dissected, and they all did an excellent job.

Next the seventh graders were able to make their own individual DNA visible and look at a map of one section of DNA. After attending the labs, the students went to the IMAX theater for a viewing of Aliens of the Deep. It was an excellent film comparing the exploration of the ocean floor to astronauts exploring new planets in space.

This "field trip happening" was made possible because of the willingness of our seventh grade parents to chaperone. The entire seventh grade wants to thank the parents and the principal, who took time out of their day to come on the trip with them.

Outdoor Art

The sixth grade went on a field trip to Sarasota to see an outdoor art exhibit.The exhibit is entitled Embracing Our Differences and focuses on diversity and tolerance. The special thing about the exhibit was that Shorecrest students had a piece of artwork displayed there alongside other student and many adult artists.

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The artwork was the Pieces For Peace puzzle that has been featured in exhibitions at the Florida Holocaust Museum and Tampa International Airport. It was a great day to see the exhibit and be a part of such a meaningful experience.

Blood Drive on Campus

The last blood drive of the school year will be held on Tuesday, May 15, from 7:30 till 2:00. Parents, faculty and staff, and students age 17 and older are urged to donate.

Upper Division

Prom

"It's the most wonderful time of the year."

Within the next few days, you should be receiving your invitation to the Prom on May 18 at the Vinoy Sunset Ballroom on Snell Isle. Tickets are $65 per person and include a buffet dinner. Tickets will be available for sale next week with Mrs. McKay.

Payment should be made in the form of a check made out to Shorecrest, as cash will not be accepted. Guests from other schools will have to be registered with Shorecrest (with their phone numbers for emergency purposes).

So enjoy this fun evening and purchase your tickets as soon as you can.

Wild Wacky Water Wheel

The ninth grade physics class "played" with water during the Liquids units. The students learned about the polar nature of water and why it is called the "universal solvent." As they "drove" their water droplets across the wax paper, they observed the cohesiveness of water as well as its surface tension. When droplets of different colors joined, diffusion was observed.

This hands-on activity was a lot of fun as well as educational. Click here to learn more, get a copy of the water wheel, and to view more pictures. Physics is Phun!

NHS Tutors are Recognized

Mrs. Carnes and Mrs. Dattilo were delighted to be a part of the recognition ceremony on Monday, April 16 for the Upper Division students. They were there to recognize and to thank all of the hard working and dedicated National Honor Society students who devote many afternoons to tutoring and helping the students who attend the after-school Study and Learning Center in the Middle Division. Each member usually works for eight sessions during a school year, and some are able to contribute more time.

All of the members of NHS stood to be recognized and the three officers and their sponsor came forward to receive gifts of appreciation from The Learning Center. Emerson "Doc" Littlefield has been the NHS sponsor for many years, and this year's officers are Lizzie M., President; Pav B., Vice President; and Taylor K., Secretary / Treasurer. They make the difference! We could not do it without them!

Memorial

On April 19, 1995, around 9:03 a.m., at the Murrah Federal Building in downtown Oklahoma City...

Every year, on April 19, a member of the Connelly family (Aaron '03 and Jacob '04) who came from Oklahoma City, quietly places flowers at the memorial plaque marking the Shorecrest Interact Club's tree dedication that took place a number of years ago. To honor those lives lost on that horrendous day, this year Aaron and Jacob's grandfather, Mr. Gene Lichter of St. Petersburg, carried on this Connelly tradition at the special request of Aaron.

The tree and plaque are located just outside the College Counseling Center entrance adjacent to the Upper Division deck. Thank you, Mr. Lichter and the Connelly Family.

Young Playwrights

Gabe N. was selected as one of seven winners from 6500 international student entries for the Florida Studio Theatre's Young Playwright's Festival in Sarasota. This is the second year in a row he has been chosen for this honor.

Gabe's play, along with Petar Y.'s There It Is, The Sea, will be performed at the Gorilla Theatre, in Tampa, starting May 3.

"Reading is a Sweet Treat"

Twenty-three students and teachers were invited to attend a "make your own sundae" party in the library for reading nine or more books from this year's Sunshine State list. This state reading program is open to all students and teachers in grades 3-6 and to qualify to vote, participants must read at least three of the books on the list.

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There were 23 voters who went above that number - some even read all the books on the list. They discovered that the pleasures of reading can sure be sweet! Congratulations to them and all the faculty and students who participated this year!

• Grade 3 - Connor W., Peter L., Chris M., Scott M., Luke P., Justin S.
• Grade 4 - Ana Gabriela R., Jordan S., Mr. Gabe Lee, Libby F., Kylie H., Crystal D., Anthony F., John R., Alice D., Ali A.
• Grade 5 - Mrs Linda Jones, Mrs. Shirley Bassford, Meggie G., Taylor W., Brandy S., Allie V., Christina P.
• Grade 6 - C T.

Early Childhood

Alpha Parents Are Awesome!

This is the message sent by the Alpha students, who were pretty awesome themselves when they celebrated their parents on Friday! The children serenaded their audience in the Student Center with songs reflecting not only their love for their parents, but also many things they have learned during the year.

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After the short program, the parents accompanied the children back to the classrooms where they were presented with special gifts and cards created just for them. The messages in the cards were completely personalized as the children had dictated descriptions of their parents and included what they like to do together. A special snack shared together culminated the special event.

Singing Patriots

Mrs. Lipan's class has developed quite a repertoire of songs about America. They have learned seven this year, including the Star Spangled Banner, America the Beautiful, My Country 'Tis of Thee, and This Land Is Your Land.

Each morning, one of the flag helper's duties is to reach into the "Magic Hat." and pull out a card with the name of a patriotic song they will sing that day. The class reads the name of the song together and sings it after the pledge.

Lower Division

Mr. T Returns!

This week we welcomed back Karl Tremmel, a revered former Shorecrest teacher. Karl will be replacing Jill Densa during her maternity leave.

Mr. Tremmel already knows many of the children from previous years, Chess Club, and substituting this year. Welcome back, Mr. T!

Planetfesto

Since the first Earth Day in 1970, people around the world have been celebrating Earth. They have celebrated its beauty, its strength, its life. This year, students in the Lower Division are expressing their love for the Earth and are pledging to change at least one small thing in their lives to make sure the Earth remains our home forever.

They have joined others from around the world and declared their Planetfesto by creating a six-inch panel on the Internet. The goal of this project is to create a living manifesto of love and action, one person at a time. It will take 262,965,120 people to help create a ribbon large enough to circle the planet. What can you do to help? Go to http://www.planetfesto.org/.

Canine Lessons

The kindergarten classes visited the St. Petersburg Police Department's Canine Compound this week. All of the children fell in love with "Kentucky" as he showed off his police dog tricks. (larger photo)

Message from the Headmaster

Our Children

Every parent and teacher I know feels like we have lost children, teachers and colleagues this week. The tragedy at Virginia Tech is another shocking reminder of our vulnerability. I have been encouraged to remind and inform parents of the safeguards we have in place at Shorecrest. In fact, I have written about many of them throughout the past year.

The reality is we are vulnerable. Yet, our greatest safeguard has little to do with photo ID cards, cameras, gates, fences and efficient lock down procedures. They are important and necessary. However, our knowledge and our relationships with our children, our employees and other members of our community are the most important safeguards available to us. When adults and students are sensitive to the behavior and feelings of those around them, we at least have an opportunity to be supportive and to intervene before a crisis emerges.

One of the attractive qualities of being in a relatively small school community is that we know each other. We come together with some basic common values in regard to the importance of learning and the importance of courteous and respectful behavior. However, these things alone do not lead to a safe and healthy environment. One must have the compassion and at times the courage to confront or report behavior that is potentially threatening to an individual or group. Being sensitive to the behavior and attitudes of our own children as well as those of others is essential. Our counseling staff is available to work with children and their families when issues emerge.

My heart goes out to the families and friends of the students, professors and other staff who were killed by the gunman. However, my hope is that we will be able to use this nightmarish moment as a time to strengthen our resolve to reach out to those in need of comfort, friendship and support.

Athletic News

Complete Athletic Schedules

Upcoming Games and Meets

Neal Wolfrath Chosen St. Pete Times Soccer Coach of the Year

On Monday, April 16, Coach Hayford presented Coach Wolfrath with a plaque honoring him for being chosen "St. Pete Times Soccer Coach of the Year." Coach Wolfrath brought his third grade class to the Monday morning Upper Division assembly to join him in this celebration.

Coach Wolfrath has coached at Shorecrest for seven years and the past two years has taken the Girls Varsity Soccer team to the final four. Congratulations, Coach Wolfrath, for your hard work and dedication to Charger Athletics! We are proud of you.

Boys & Girls Tennis Teams Take Home District Crowns

Shorecrest hosted the District Tennis Tournament at Seminole Lakes on Monday and Tuesday, April 16-17. On day one of the tourney, the girls team was fantastic. Morgan B., Lauren F., Danielle D., Jillian G., and Stephanie W. all made it to the finals to be played on Tuesday.

The boys team had a tougher time of it on Monday but were still in contention for the District title. Andrew R., Matt K. and Frank R. made it to the finals in singles, and Frank R. and Andrew R. made it to the finals in doubles. Congratulations to Matt S. for winning his first round and putting up a tough fight (3 sets) in his second round and to Tommy M. for putting up a tough fight in three sets in the first round on Monday.

On Tuesday the Chargers swept the boys and girls District Championship titles. This was the fifth straight boys title for the Chargers. With just a few points separating the top four teams, Shorecrest needed wins from its #2 doubles team of Frank R. and Andrew R., Matt K. (#3 singles), Frank R. (#4 singles), and Andrew R. (#5 singles). The boys won them all and took home the title.

The girls team swept the doubles titles with Morgan B. and Lauren F. at #1 and Jillian G. and Stephanie W. at #2. Jillian G. (#4) and Stephanie W. (#5) both won their singles matches to also take home the District Championship. Both the girls and boys teams will travel to Saddlebrook in Wesley Chapel on Friday, April 20, to play for the Regional Championship at 3:00 p.m. Good luck, Chargers!

Booster Club Factoid Did you know that Booster Club dues and proceeds paid for all officials for home games?

Girls Varsity Track Team Wins District Championship

Shorecrest hosted the District Track Meet last Friday, April 13, and the Girls Varsity Track team ran away with the District Title. After 17 events, the Charger girls team compiled 235 points while Keswick Christian trailed in second place with 161 points. Our girls team dominated the meet. The boys team did well too finishing in third place. The top four finishers in each event move on to the Regionals.

Top Chargers finishers in the District include:

• Jenn C. - Girls 100M Dash - 2nd place
• Jenn C. - Girls 200M Dash - 4th place
• Jenn C. - Girls 4 X 100M Relay - 1st place
• Jenn C. - Girls Long Jump - 4th place
• Samantha S. - Girls 400M Dash - 1st place
• Samantha S. - Girls 4 X 400 Relay - 1st place
• Samantha S. - Girls 4 X 800M Relay - 1st place
• Samantha S. - Girls Triple Jump - 1st place

Photo courtesy of Sun Haven Photography

• Pavandeep B. - Girls 800M Run - 1st place
• Pavandeep B. - Girls 4 X 400M Relay - 1st place
• Pavandeep B. - Girls 4 X 800M Relay - 1st place
• Pavandeep B. - Girls Long Jump - 1st place
• Lindsey E. - Girls 1600M Run - 2nd place
• Lindsey E. - Girls 3200M Run - 2nd place
• Lindsey E. - Girls 4 X 800M Relay - 1st place
• Sarah E. - Girls 1600M Run - 3rd place
• Sarah E. - Girls 3200M Run - 1st place
• Sarah E. - Girls 4 X 800 Relay - 1st place
• Shannon M. - Girls 100M Hurdles - 1st place
• Shannon M. - Girls 300M Hurdles - 2nd place
• Sandy L. - Girls 300M Hurdles - 4th place
• Sandy L. - Girls Pole Vault - 2nd place
• Taylor T. - Girls 100M Dash - 3rd place
• Taylor Tremaine - Girls 4 X 100M Relay - 1st place
• Taylor T. - Girls 4 X 400M Relay - 1st place
• Taylor T. - Girls Triple Jump - 3rd place
• Jasmine C. - Girls 100M Dash - 4th place
• Jasmine C. - Girls 4 X 100M Relay - 1st place
• Jasmine C. - Girls Long Jump - 3rd place
• Casey E. - Girls 300M Hurdles - 3rd place
• Casey E. - Girls 4 X 100m Relay - 1st place
• Casey E. - Girls 4 X 400 Relay - 1st place
• Casey E. - Girls Pole Vault - 1st place
• Erin M. - Girls High Jump - 2nd place
• Erin M. - Girls Pole Vault - 3rd place
• Chantal J. - Girls Discus Throw - 3rd place
• Ian B. - Boys 400M Dash - 1st place
• Ian B. - Boys 4 X 100M Relay - 3rd place
• Ian B. - Boys 4 X 400M Relay - 2nd place
• Sean S. - Boys 1600M Run - 2nd place
• Sean S. - Boys 4 X 800 Relay - 2nd place
• Jordan S. - Boys 1600M Run - 3rd place
• Jordan S. - Boys 4 X 400M Relay - 2nd place
• Jordan S. - Boys 4 X 800M - 2nd place
• Wyatt K. - Boys 3200M Run - 3rd place
• Ryan D. - Boys 110M Hurdles - 4th place
• Hunter T. - Boys 4 X 100M Relay - 3rd place
• Mike M. - Boys 4 X 100M Relay - 3rd place
• Erik B. - Boys 4 X 100M Relay - 3rd place
• Nick S. - Boys 4 X 100M Relay - 3rd place
• Alex F. - Boys 4 X 400M Relay - 2nd place
• Alex F. - Boys 4 X 800M Relay - 2nd place
• Philip T. - Boys 4 X 400M Relay - 2nd place
• Joey M. - Boys 4 X 800M Relay - 2nd place
• Patrick M. - Boys Pole Vault - 1st place
• Ryan G. - Boys Shot Put - 4th place

Twenty-six athletes have qualified for the Regional Track Meet in Naples which will be held on Thursday, April 19. Good luck, Chargers!

Varsity Softball Season Comes to an End

The Varsity Softball team played Indian Rocks Christian in their first game of the District tournament on Tuesday, April 17, and lost 12-4. The Chargers came from behind and tied the game in the 5th inning but couldn't hold the Eagles in the 6th and 7th innings. Molly W. led the hitting for the Chargers with a triple.

Varsity Baseball Team Has #1 Seed In District Tournament

The Varsity Baseball team will play in their District Tournament next week. They are the #1 seed and will play their first game on Wednesday, April 25, at St. Stephen's in Bradenton at 4:30. If they win, they will play for the District Championship on Thursday, April 26, at 4:00 p.m. at St. Stephen's. Go, Chargers!

Varsity Baseball

On Friday, April 13, the Chargers won a hard fought game at Northside Christian by the score of 6-2 to complete their 2007 Conference schedule. The Chargers' leading hitters were Kyle W., Clay B., Robby T., Jeff R., Hashim L., Dan W., Dan M., and Chris K. Jeff R. picked up the win. He allowed only two runs, struck out three, and did not walk a batter.

The Chargers hosted Evangelical Christian on Saturday, April 14, and lost a pitching duel 1-0.

Evangelical Christian pitched one of the top pitching prospects in the state of Florida and the Chargers were held hitless. Dan M. pitched for the Chargers and did an outstanding job. He held them to one run and only three hits. The Chargers played very well defensively and turned another ground ball double play.

On Monday night, April 16, the Chargers played St. Pete Catholic and won 13-3. Robby T. pitched for the Chargers and picked up the win. Jeff R. led the hitting with three doubles. Ben S. and Dan W. also hit doubles.

JV Baseball

The Chargers played St. Pete Catholic on Saturday, April 14, in a doubleheader and lost both games. In the first game, the Chargers rallied from a 5-0 deficit to tie the game only to eventually lose the game 9-6.

Photo courtesy of Sun Haven Photography

Brian K. had two hits and two RBI's and Joey S. had two hits. Brian K. had a good pitching outing and pitched three scoreless innings. The Charger lost the second game 11-0.

Middle Division Baseball

The Middle Division Baseball team hosted Northside Christian on Friday, April 13. Joey S. pitched seven innings to bring the Chargers to a 5-3 victory. Cody T. made several great plays at shortstop. Brian K. had three hits and Danny T. had a nice hit to left field.

The Chargers played a solid game against Indian Rocks Christian at home on Monday, April 16. Miles B., Cody T. and Joey S. were the Chargers' leading hitters. Danny T. closed the game which ended in a hard-fought 8-6 loss for the Chargers. The Chargers close their season this week with two more games on the road and a finale at home on Saturday.

Middle Division Softball

On Thursday, April 12, the Chargers traveled to Tampa to play Trinity Children's School in their last game of the season and lost 17-3.

They faced a tough pitcher from Trinity but did their best. Savannah J.-S. came in late in the game and held them to only a few runs.

Turn in All Uniforms

Please check your closets, drawers, and car trunks for any Shorecrest sports teams uniforms. Turn them in at the Athletic Office as soon as possible.

Sun Haven Photography

Order your athletic candid photos from Sun Haven Photography and type in Shorecrest for Event Name.

Northeast Photography

Order your athletic team and individual pictures from Northeast Photography.

Go to: Collages.net

• Username for all Baseball teams: baseball07
• Username for all Softball teams: softball07
• Username for all Tennis teams: tennis07
• Username for all Track teams: track07
• Password for all sports: 7348

Videos of Athletic Events

Every Boys Varsity Football game is available, each with highlights included.

The 2006 Football Season in Review, a DVD package of the entire football season, game by game highlights that also includes a free bonus DVD of bloopers, great tackles and awesome runbacks, plus special videos that includes Family Night and Homecoming, etc. is also available for order at $25.

Game videos available for $20 each:

• Varsity Football
• Varsity Girl's & Boy's Basketball
• Varsity Girl's & Boy's Soccer
• Varsity Volleyball
• Varsity Baseball

Video productions are available by ordering directly from www.Stefio.TV or by calling 528-3180.

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.

Shorecrest Business Partner

Some responses to last week's poll:

What is your favorite amusement park ride?

The Millennium Force at Cedar Point in Toledo, Ohio. It is 310 feet tall and goes 94 miles per hour.
- Coaster master

The merry-go-round because I get to go in circles in style.
- Parent

At Busch Gardens, a bench or table where I can watch the large mammals. The kids ride the roller coasters till closing time, when the security guys herd them to the exit. I meet them there and we go home.
- Dad

The carousel! Woohoo! Talk about a total thrill ride!
- Scared of roller coasters girl

I hate rides. Except for horseback riding, cause that rocks. The only amusement park I've been on is the Scorpion at Busch Gardens. I was scared! I will never go on another roller coaster ride.
- Horse lover

The tram back to the parking lot after a long day chasing my kids all over place.
- Parent

Son of Beast.
- Thrill seeker

The kiddy rides at Busch Gardens.
- Li'l kid

Sheikra. All the way.
- Eighth grader

Any roller coaster really. As long as they have tons of loopty loops, fast speeds, and tons of screaming riders.
- Sixth grada

Drench me, drop me, but please don't SPIN me!
- Mom

The bench. That's the one that you sit down on, and it stays stationary on the ground.
- Frantic freshman

Python!
-Busch Gardens

Sheikra.
- Person

Thunder Mountain, Splash Mountain, and Space Mountain.
- Kid

Montu, Busch Gardens.
- Student

My life.
- Busy citizen

My sister's is Expedition Everest. Mine are Rockin' Roller Coaster, Tower of Terror, and Everest.
- Disney lovin' third grader

My favorite amusement park ride is the Incredible Hulk at Islands of Adventure in Orlando.
- Seventh grader

Food line.

Anything that's fast and has a high drop!
- Thrill seeker