Winter Springs High School
130 Tuskawilla Road
Winter Springs, FL 32708
407-320-8750
Fax Numbers:
407-320-8975(Guidance)
407-320-8700(Admin)

Newsweek ranks Winter Springs High School
in the Top 1% Nationally!

5-Star School


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Principal

Dr. Michael R. Blasewitz
407-320-8702

Assistant Principals

Gisella Coto
407-320-8707
Barbara Monte Carlo
407-320-8902
Dale Phillips
407-320-8705
Jaime Washington
407-320-8704

Deans

Ocky Clark
407-320-8706
Matt Hesselbart
407-320-8803
Vicki Hyatt
407-320-8848


Graduation Countdown

Days:Hrs:Min:Sec
until Graduation

Graduation
June 8, 2010
at 2:30 UCF Arena


Food Services

For Food Service
Questions email:
scfs0911@scps.k12.fl.us


HAVE YOU MOVED?

Winter Springs High School is required to keep current and accurate residency information for each student. It is the responsibility of the parent to inform the school if a change in residency occurs. Please download and complete the form and send back to WSHS if applicable. Click here to download the form.

If you have any questions, please contact the Winter Springs Guidance Department at
407-320-8893.


Zero Tolerance

Any incident involving the possession of drugs or the illegal use of alcohol will result in the ARREST of the offender.


Student Transfers

Student transfer options for the 2009-2010 school year are available on the Seminole County Public Schools Choices web site at www.seminoleschoolchoices.com

Capacity and diversity incentive transfer requests may be submitted at any time for review on a case-by-case basis pending available capacity.

Approved transfer students are required to enroll at the approved school by the tenth day of the 2009-2010 school year.

Detailed information and transfer forms are available from the web site.

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Test Preparation Strategies
FCAT WRITES

FCAT Writes - February 9th

Days Prior to the Test

  • Keep a positive attitude about the Test
  • Know your testing classroom
  • Review essays you have already written and the feedback from your teacher
  • Get enough sleep the night before

Morning of the Test

  • Get up early enough to eat a good breakfast (avoid greasy, spicy, and high sugar foods)
  • Dress casual (If you typically get cold in class, bring a sweatshirt or jacket)
  • Arrive to school on-time
  • Go to your testing classroom when the 1st bell rings
  • Sit down and relax

During the Test

  • Listen to the instructions prior to starting
  • Read and follow directions closely
  • Determine Essay response type (Expository, Persuasive)
  • Use the planning sheet to list and organize your ideas for writing
  • Include examples and details
  • Budget the time you spend planning – You have 45 minutes from start to finish!
  • Write your entire essay response within the lines provided – remember the writing instruction you received in English
  • Check your essay response and make corrections to improve writing.

Dear Parent/Guardian:

When it comes to statewide assessments, we at Seminole County Public Schools, and the Department of Education (DOE), acknowledge that parent awareness and support is a crucial part of the assessment process. As such, we would like to inform you of an important assessment guideline which could impact your student. For complete letter, click here.

Highlighted News Items

Girls Soccer Going to the Final Four

Pass this along to ALL your family & friends – vote vote vote – for “Winter Springs advances to its first state girls soccer tournament” as the Central Florida High School Sports HIGHLIGHT of the week!!

http://www.orlandosentinel.com/os-varsity-poll-question-0207,0,3567902,post.poll

Soccer Team

The girls soccer team headed to Flagler Palm Coast in rough weather Friday night, to play in their first Regional Final.  Bears were seeking to secure a spot in the state 6A Final Four.  Coming off a big emotional win over Oviedo, the team picked up where they left off.  With just 6 minutes gone, Vanessa Aponte dropped a pass to Meredith Ciocca who sent a long shot past the Bulldogs goalkeeper for the 1-0 lead.  The Bears continued to pressure Flagler,  not allowing their forwards a chance to gain a foothold.  Coming out of the halftime break, with the winds pushing 25mph, the Bears continue to press and with 10 minutes left, Vanessa Aponte sent a corner kick in front of the Flagler goal.  A mad scramble for the ball, ended up with junior Megan Wilson knocking it in for the second goal!  The team held strong in the closing minutes and despite giving up a late goal, the Bears prevailed as Regional Champions!!!  The team will now travel to the University of Tampa on Friday, to take on Boca Raton in the first semi-final at 3pm. The winner will move to the 6A State Championship game on Saturday, 4pm.  Congratulations girls, GO WIN STATE!!!!

Wrestling Team Wins Districts

Matthew Nereim tied a national record for the fastest pin in HS wrestling history

WATCH VIDEO of PIN

In our gym we captured the 3A District II Championship for the second year in a row (and our 3rd team title ever). We also crowned Seven 3A District Champions which is a new school record (we had five champs twice in 2002 and 2009).  

District Champs are:
112lb DISTRICT CHAMPION: Mike Riccard, 10th
135lb DISTRICT CHAMPION: Eric O'Neill, 10th
140lb DISTRICT CHAMPION: Matthew Nereim, 12th - (4x District Champion)
145lb DISTRICT CHAMPION: Ariel Serrano, 11th
152lb DISTRICT CHAMPION: Brent Basich, 12th- (2x District Champion)
171lb DISTRICT CHAMPION: Robert O'Neill, 11th
189lb DISTRICT CHAMPION: Ryan Petro, 11th - (2x District Champion)

Students Of The Month

9th - Marissa Moore, 10th - Michael Riccard, 11th - Natalie Lawlor, 12th - Zoe Goldberg

Students Of The Week

Student of the Week

9th grade - Lauren Mawhinney, 10th grade -  Emily Braun,
11th grade -  Alyssa Rhinehart, 12th grade - Jennifer Vogan

Events for the Week

FCAT Writes will be administered to 10th graders on Tuesday, February 9 during 1st period.

Because of this administration, we will follow this schedule for the week:
          Monday, February 8          7-period Day
          Tuesday, February 9         Odd Block Day
          Wednesday, February 10      Even Block Day
          Thursday, February 11       7-period Day
          Friday, February 12         7-period Day

Because we will follow the block schedule,
we will not need to adjust the bell schedule for this administration.

Sports Schedules and score updates

Weekly Schedule

UPCOMING DATES:

February 9, 2010 FCAT Writing
March 9, 2010 FCAT Reading
March 10, 2010 FCAT Math

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Students

Any student interested in working with our Safe School Ambassadors to solve conflicts, please meet in Mrs. Iannuzzi's room 2-120 on Wednesday, Feb. 10th at 1:30.

Unplugged

Interested in playing acoustic music here at Winter Springs? There will be an Unplugged interest meeting on Thursday, Feb. 11 right after school room 4-208

Mu Alpha Theta

Mu Alpha theta will be sponsoring school-wide math competitions for any students interested. The first one is Wednesday, February 11th at 11:00 AM druing lunch. Prizes and food will be provided. Go to room 5-105 to sign up!

If you are in Mu Alpha Theta and are interested in helping out at the in-school competition on February 10th, let Mr. Seaman know by Monday, February 8th. Points will be given to those who hellp!

Valentine Computer Fun

The time is here for you to find out who that special person is! The results are in, and every day this week during both lunches, you can purchase your results for just $2!

Critical Thinking Students

First semester critical thinking students- if you want your S.A.T. book, pick it up in room 6-203 by Thursday, February 11th. Unclaimed books will be discarded.

Key Club

Regularly scheduled Key Club meeting Tuesday, Feb. 9 in Ms. Abel's room 5-204 at 2:30.

Seniors:

Unsure what you will be doing after graduation? Seminole State College will be hosting Decision Day 2010 on February 26th. They may have the answer you are looking for. Deadline to sign up and bring your completed permission form to Guidance is February, 19th, 2010. For more information, click here.

Senior Shout-Out Newsletter/ Grad Nite Permission Form

If you did not get the latest issue of the ‘Senior Shout-Out’ there are extra copies in the front office, guidance office, and Ms. Flynn’s room (4-123) or at the link below. There is important prom, Grad Nite, and Graduation information so make sure you get a copy.

Click the following links for the Shout-Out or Grad Nite Permission Form

Leadership

SENIORS: Sign up for the senior VS faculty basketball game starting Wednesday January 27 and ending on Wednesday February 3, in the lunch room. Come out and challenge your teachers and represent your senior class!

Seniors

The Florida Hospital of Health Sciences Open House is February 15th from 6 until 8 PM. The Rotary Club Scholarship and Bright House Networks Scholarship applications are now available in guidance. Check each for requirements and submit them by their due dates.

Scholarships continue to come in each week, so make sure you check Guidance College Career Room Bins. You may also access this information here. Make certain to check those due dates! Drop off any acceptance letters and don't forget if you receive scholarships to let us know.

Pure Gold Color Guard

The Pure Gold Color Guard is performing at the Orlando Magic Game as they host the Detroit Pistons Wednesday, February 17th. Discounted tickets for this game are only $30 and may be purchased from any Color Guard member or Mr. Gallagher in room 6-118. Come out and support the Magic and the Pure Gold Color Guard!

GRAD NITE '10

Saturday, May 1st we will be traveling to Disney’s Magic Kingdom to participate in Grad Nite ‘10.  The “Seniors only” party starts at 10pm and ends at 4am.  If you are planning to attend you must have a permission form filled out and signed by a parent before you can buy a ticket. Tickets will be on sale during both lunches Feb. 16—26 for $75.  This price includes admission to the park and transportation.  All students attending must ride the busses to and from the park. There is also a dress code that needs to be adhered to. There will be an information sheet handed out when you buy your tickets with all important times and proper attire.  Any other questions please see Ms. Flynn in room 4-123.

Seniors

If you are interested in continuing your education after high school, either at a 4-year college, community college, or vocational school, please check out the numerous scholarships that are available to assist you financially. Visit the lobby of Guidance for additional information or click here.

Senior Celebrations

Senior Celebrations includes three big events that will be held for the graduating class of 2010. The Senior Picnic will be held in April during the school day and is an outdoor fun event that includes lunch and outdoor activities. The Senior Breakfast will be held in May and allows the students to gather for breakfast and to watch the entire senior video together. Project Graduation is an event that was initiated by MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Driving) and is organized by parents to provide seniors (and guests) a safe, supervised, alcohol-free and drug-free party held on graduation night.

The parent group, called the Senior Celebrations Committee,has three traditional fund raisers held throughout the year to finance these events. These are the Valentine's Bears school delivery in February, and the Garage Sale in March. Please support your seniors by supporting these fundraiser's! Watch for more details on the web site and in the newsletter and please begin saving any items that you would like to donate to the garage sale!

Debt List

The debt list has been posted on the wall outside Bookkeeping. It includes all debts prior to this year. Please check it soon to clear any questions about last year's debts. All debts must be paid or cleared before graduation.

College and Career Room

The College/Career Room is now open for students to visit. It's open every morning at 7:00 and during lunches. While you're there make sure to check all new scholarships and the list of colleges scheduled to visit.


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