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Friday, March 19, 2010



Attention Lake Brantley!! The Young Republicans Club is having a Dunk Tank Fundraiser for Relay For Life tomorrow. Come to Bruster's anytime between 2:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. and you could possibly dunk one of your fellow classmates or teachers. Again, that's tomorrow at Bruster's from 2:00-6:00 p.m. Come out and support Relay For Life!!

The Jefferson Awards Committee is doing a Canned Food Drive until March 22nd. All non-perishable food items will be delivered to Jewish Family Services to benefit needy families in our area. Please send all cans and non-perishable foods to Room 8-126.

Another fantastic summer enrichment opportunity is available! This one is from Florida A & M University. If any Junior or Senior strong in writing, computer skills, photography, drawing or design would like to spend a week in Tallahassee at FAMU'S School Of Journalism And Graphic Communication, please stop by Building 7 office or see your Counselor for more information.

Students, do you think you have what it takes to design the Student Planner Cover for next school year? If so, bring your design to Room 8-126 by April 1st. Designs will be judged and the winning design will become the Patriot Planner Cover for the 2010-2011 school year. Come to Room 8-126 if you have any questions!

Cut "Footloose" on March 25th, 26th and 27th. Tickets are only $10.00 for adults and $7.00 for students and children. Fight for your right to dance by coming to "Footloose" in the Lake Brantley Auditorium!!!

Attention Art Students: There will be an Art Honor Society Meeting today after school in Room 7-105.

Join Lake Brantley's own two jazz bands at "Sweet Brantley Jazz", an evening of coffee, desserts and sweet jazz all served in a coffee house setting tomorrow from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. in the Media Center. Tickets are $10.00 in advance and $12.00 at the door. You can pick them up in the Band Room near the student parking lot.

Final sign ups for the Miss Lake Brantley Pageant will be in the Cafeteria today during both lunches. All ladies are welcome to join in.

There is an important Key Club Meeting today in Portable 6 after school. We hope to see you there.

Attention all Art Students and Avid Doodlers - Lake Brantley has been entered into the Doodle for Google Contest. The winning school gets a $25,000 computer lab and the winner also receives a trip to New York and a $15,000 scholarship. If you are interested in entering the contest, please stop by Mrs. Tomlinson's room, 7-226, in between classes to get a copy of contest rules, parent permission slip and your Google template. The winning doodle will appear on the Google Homepage on May 27th.

Attention all current 10th and 11th graders: On Monday, applications will be available in the Building Offices for those wanting to be a Link Leader next year. Link Crew is a Freshmen Orientation and Transition Program where Upperclassmen act as mentors to our newest patriots. If you want more information on being a link leader, please see Ms. Gasparolo or Ms. Spencer in Portable 5, Mr. Walker in the Media Center or Mrs. Comerer in the Principal's Office. There will also be an informational session on Tuesday during both lunches. Make a difference in your school and apply to be a Link Leader!!!

Students: Please take the Census information cards home that you receive during this period. It is very important for all parents to complete the census. Urge your parents to complete the census they received in the mail.

The JV Blue Baseball Team improved its record to 8 wins and 3 losses with a double header sweep at Seminole High School last night. Mitchell Jordan had a stellar performance on the mound pitching a complete game 5-hitter. At the plate, Logan Blum and Zack Krider hit home runs. Dalton Cuff, Domenic Zanca and Damon Haecker also hit triples. The Patriots play tomorrow morning at Ocoee.

Last night the Fast-Pitch Softball Team came from behind to beat University "7 to 6". Ashley Cline hit a 3-run homer and drove in Michelle Guzinski with the winning run. Chelsea Rohal picked up the win with 3 strong innings of relief. The Lady Patriots will play a double-header tonight against Lake Howell at the Brantley South Softball Complex. The first game begins at 5:00 p.m.

The Boys Tennis Team improved their record to 8-0 yesterday with a solid team performance in a 7-0 win. All players won at their respective spots. Singles winners were Rushi Amin, Mike Shea, Justen Louis, Brett Harris, Danny Saavedra and Conner Harris. Teaming up in doubles, with both teams winning with perfect 8-0 scores, were Rushi and Justen, Mike and Brett. The Patriots play again Tuesday against defending SAC Champion Winter Springs. Come out and watch!!!

The Girls Tennis Team scored a big 5-2 win over Seminole yesterday to improve to 7 and 1. Singles winners were Danielle Shea, Maria Monroy, Melissa Baker and Nicole Thompson. Doubles winners at #1 position were Anja Erwin and Jennifer Fernandez. Their next match is Tuesday against Winter Springs.

There is a Girls Volleyball Meeting next Wednesday after school in Portable 1. All girls interested in playing next year must attend.




Thursday, March 18, 2010



Attention all Club and Class Officers: There is a Student Council Meeting today after school in Room 8-126. Please be prompt.

Do you want information on how to get started with after high school plans? Pack your lunch and join Mrs. McCall & Mrs. Riether today for the first meeting to address college admissions, transcripts, interest inventories and paperwork required. Please meet in Room 6-105 during 1st lunch and Room 8-104 during 2nd lunch. Be on time! Please see mrs. McCall or Mrs. Riether if you have any questions.

Attention Lake Brantley!! The Young Republicans Club is having a Dunk Tank Fundraiser for Relay For Life Saturday. Come to Bruster's anytime between 2:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. and you could possibly dunk one of your fellow classmates or teachers. Again, that's Saturday at Bruster's from 2:00 - 6:00 p.m. Come out and support Relay For Life!!

The Jefferson Awards Committee is doing a Canned Food Drive until March 22nd. All non-perishable food items will be delivered to Jewish Family Services to benefit needy families in our area. Please send all cans and non-perishable foods to Room 8-126.

Students and teachers: Have you been enjoying the Krispy Kreme Doughnuts on Fridays? Did you know that you can pre-order a dozen doughnuts for only $8.00?? Yes, that's right, 12 doughnuts for only $8.00! Remember, this bargain price is only good until today. Bring your money to Room 8-126 and pre-order your dozen doughnuts today!!

Students, do you think you have what it takes to design the Student Planner Cover for next school year? If so, bring your design to Room 8-126 by April 1st. Designs will be judged and the winning design will become the Patriot Planner Cover for the 2010-2011 school year. Come to Room 8-126 if you have any questions!

Cut "Footloose" on March 25th, 26th and 27th. Tickets are only $10.00 for adults and $7.00 for students and children. Fight for your right to dance by coming to "Footloose" in the Lake Brantley Auditorium!!!

Attention all Cultura Hispana/Spanish Club Members, there will be a meeting today right after school in Room 6-119. Please make sure not to miss it!

Attention Art Students: There will be an Art Honor Society Meeting tomorrow after school in Room 7-105.

Join Lake Brantley's own two jazz bands at "Sweet Brantley Jazz", an evening of coffee, desserts and sweet jazz all served in a coffee house setting Saturday from 7:00 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the Media Center. Tickets are $10.00 in advance and $12.00 at the door. You can pick them up in the Band Room near the student parking lot. Again, "Sweet Brantley Jazz" Saturday in the Media Center from 7:00 p.m. to 9 p.M.

Come to LC2LC'S Meeting today after school in Room 7-104. Plans of the upcoming fundraiser will be announced. It is never too late to join in on the cause for the abolition of modern-day slavery.

Final sign ups for the Miss Lake Brantley Pageant will be in the Cafeteria today and tomorrow during both lunches. All ladies are welcome to join in.

Attention Lake Brantley: Remember to bring in your loose change to your seventh hour class to help support Relay For Life fight cancer, and win baked goods if your class brings in the most.

There is an important Key Club Meeting tomorrow in Portable 6 after school. We hope to see you there.

Attention all Art Students and Avid Doodlers: Lake Brantley has been entered into the Doodle For Google Contest. The winning school gets a $25,000 Computer Lab and the winner also receives a trip to New York and a $15,000 Scholarship. If you are interested in entering the contest, please stop by Mrs. Tomlinson's Room 7-226 in between classes to get a copy of contest rules, parent permission slip and your Google template. The winning doodle will appear on the Google Homepage on May 27th.

Juniors interested in business have a great opportunity this summer to spend four nights at the university of south florida learning more about career choices. If you are a minority student who will be a senior in good standing, see Ms. Porter in the Building 7 Office about a Summer Residency Program sponsored by Florida Business Leaders.

The J.v. Red Baseball Team defeated the Oviedo J.v. Team last night by the score of 7 to 4. Offensively the team had a 14-hit attack led by Mikey Boghos who went 3 for 3 with a double, and 2 stolen bases and Cameron Ferguson also went 3 for 3 on the evening. Pitcher Matt Mccloskey led the Patriots going 6 innings strong and giving up only 3 hits while recording 7 strike-outs. Mitch Tanski earned a save recording the final outs in the 7th inning. The J.v. Red's next game is Saturday at home at 11:30 a.m.

The Varsity Baseball Team beat Oviedo last night 6 to 1. Outstanding pitching by Senior C.J. Kelly. Strong defense by the Patriots. A 3-run home run by Senior David King and a two out base hit by Senior Matt Mattone led the Patriot's offense. Next game is tomorrow at Seminole. Come out and support your Patriots.

The Boys Varsity Weightlifting Team defeated Hagerty 68-22 and Seminole 47-43 in a Dual Tri-Meet. Individual overall First Place Lifters for the Patriots were: Mike Landis in the 183 pound Weight Class with a total weight lifted of 555 pounds; Desean Meade in the 199 pound Weight Class with a total of 605 pounds; Eric Gibbs in the 219 pound Weight Class with a total of 605 pounds and David Halverson in the 238 pound Weight Class with a total of 595 pounds.

The Boys and Girls Track Teams won the Lake Brantley Classic yesterday. The Boys were led by Adam Piercy, Chrisian Ogle, Jeff Dorcely, Teon Green, Sam Tovar, Dorel Tillman, Pierre Youngblood, Lucas Ryan, Jeremy Roybal, O'tneil Texeira, Daniel Dechellis, Ryan Dechellis, Tucker Morgan, Danny Palmer, and David Levin. The Girls Were led by Emily Hamas, Cassandra Harden, Shayna Brock, Alexis Sams, Sarai Waters, Nikita Casey, Kierra Sykes, Nicole Poole, Alana Ainsley, Alexandra Lutka, Casey Martin, Taylor Long and Chelsea Rodgers. Congratulations to both the Boys and Girls on their outstanding championship performances!!




Wednesday, March 17, 2010



Juniors interested in business have a great opportunity this summer to spend four nights at the University Of South Florida learning more about career choices. If you are a minority student who will be a Senior in good standing, see Ms. Porter in the Building 7 office about a Summer Residency Program sponsored by Florida Business Leaders.

Do you want information on how to get started with after high school plans? Pack your lunch and join Mrs. McCall & Mrs. Riether tomorrow for the first meeting to address college admissions, transcripts, interest inventories and paperwork required. Please meet in 6-105 during 1st lunch; and 8-104 during 2nd lunch. Be on time! Please see Mrs. McCall or Mrs. Riether if you have any questions.

Attention Lake Brantley!! The Young Republicans Club is having a Dunk Tank Fundraiser for Relay For Life on Saturday. Come to Bruster's anytime between 2:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. and you could possibly dunk one of your fellow classmates or teachers. Again, that's Saturday at Bruster's from 2-6 p.m. Come out and support Relay For Life!!

The Jefferson Awards Committee is doing a Canned Food Drive until March 22nd. All non-perishable food items will be delivered to Jewish Family Services to benefit needy families in our area. Please send all cans and non-perishable foods to Room 8-126.

Students and teachers: Have you been enjoying the Krispy Kreme Doughnuts on Fridays? Did you know that you can pre-order a dozen doughnuts for only $8.00?? Yes, that's right, 12 doughnuts for only $8.00! Remember, this bargain price is only good until Thursday. Bring your money to Room 8-126 and pre-order your dozen doughnuts today!!

Students, do you think you have what it takes to design the Student Planner Cover for next school year? If so, bring your design to Room 8-126 by April 1st. Designs will be judged and the winning design will become the Patriot Planner Cover for the 2010-2011 school year. Come to Room 8-126 if you have any questions!

Cut "Footloose" on March 25th, 26th and 27th. Tickets are only $10.00 for adults and $7.00 for students and children. Fight for your right to dance by coming to "Footloose" in the Lake Brantley Auditorium!!!

Attention all Cultura Hispana/Spanish Club Members, there will be a meeting tomorrow right after school in Room 6-119. Please make sure not to miss it!

Attention Art Students: There will be an Art Honor Society Meeting Friday after school in Room 7-105.

Saturday from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. in the Media Center, join Lake Brantley's own two jazz bands at "Sweet Brantley Jazz", an evening of coffee, desserts and sweet jazz all served in a coffee house setting. Tickets are $10.00 in advance and $12.00 at the door. You can pick them up in the Band Room near the student parking lot. Again, "Sweet Brantley Jazz" Saturday in the Media Center from 7:00 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Come to LC2LC'S meeting tomorrow after school in Room 7-104. Plans of the upcoming fundraiser will be announced. It is never too late to join in on the cause for the abolition of modern-day slavery.

Cheer packets are due TODAY in the Building 5 office and Cheer Try-Outs start next Monday March 22nd and run through March 26th.

All Boys Soccer Players that have not turned in their banquet request form MUST do so by the end of the day today to Coach Kirby in Room 8-124. If you do not turn this information in, you will not be able to attend the banquet on Friday.

Last night the Fast-Pitch Softball Team pounded "21" hits in a "20 to 1" victory over East River. Heather Reeves had "3" hits including a "3-run homer". Ashley Cline and Erika Bellinger each had "4" hits and Chelsea Rohal, Michelle Guzinski, and Kristen Millar had "2" hits to pace the attack. The Lady Patriots will play at home tomorrow night against University.

The Boys Tennis Team improved their record to 7-0 yesterday with a 5-2 win over Hagerty High School. Singles winners were Rushi Amin, Justen Louis, Brett Harris and Danny Saavedra. The number 2 Doubles Team of Mike Shea and Brett Harris also prevailed. The Girls Tennis Team improved their record to 6-1 with a big 4-3 victory over Hagerty yesterday. Singles Singles winners were Nicole Vanrell, Sheridan Shea and Nikki Rode. Dobule winners at the number two position were Nicole Vanrell and Nikki Rode. Both Brantley Tennis Teams are home tomorrow against Seminole. Be there!!

The Girls Lacrosse Teams both came up with big wins last night. J.V. beat the Lyman Greyhounds 10-2, and the Varsity pulled out a 15-4 win. Congratulations to both teams on their victories. The Girls play next Friday at Winter Park.

Congratulations to the Boys Varsity Lacrosse team on their 12 to 4 win over Lyman last night. Tim Newton led the way with 3 goals and 1 assist. Andrew Kiggen found the back of the net twice and assisted on 3 others. The team is now 8 and 2 and will play Friday night at home against Lake Howell.

The Boys Volleyball Team defeated Lyman last night in 4 games. After a slow start, the boys came back to secure the win in the 4th game by the score of 25-11. Connor McGrath led the team with 9 kills, 2 aces and 4 blocks while Brandon Smith had 22 assists and 25 digs. The boys are now 6 and 3 and play at Winter Park tomorrow night.

The Varsity Baseball Team beat Hagerty last night 3 to 1. Outstanding defense by Senior Chris Suto who threw-out the tying run at the plate and helped the Patriots to the win. Strong pitching by Junior Daniel Doran and excellent hitting with men in scoring position by Senior Eric Sams and Junior Tanner Blackman. The Patriots are in action today with Oviedo in the house. The J.V. game is at 4:00 p.m. and the Varsity game will follow. Come out and support your Patriots.

Congratulations to the Boys Junior Varsity Weightlifting Team for defeating Lyman yesterday by the score of 48 to 41. The J.V. team is now 3-0 for the season. Congratulations to the following for placing 1st....119 Class Ricky Renee 245 total; 139 Class Jake Pickles 345 total; 169 Class Chris St. Claire 430 total; 183 Class Tyler Estes 440 total; 199 Class Sean Newgent 435 total and 219 Class Steve Gutierrez 460 total. The J.V. Team will compete to defend their Seminole Athletic Conference Title next week at Lyman. Come out and support your Patriot Lifters.




Tuesday, March 16, 2010



What's in your future? - Come see some exciting possibilities at The Annual Transition Fair For Exceptional Education Students. The Fair will include community colleges, military, agencies offering help and employers looking for students to fill jobs after high school. The Fair will be held tonight from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Seminole State College Student Center - next to the Bookstore. See your ESE teacher for more details.

Do you want information on how to get started with after high school plans? There will be a group starting for all Juniors for four Thursday's beginning this week, March 18th. Topics addressed will include: college admissions, transcripts, interest inventories & paperwork required. Please meet in Room 6-105 during 1st Lunch; and Room 8-104 during 2nd Lunch. Be on time! Please see Mrs. McCall or Mrs. Riether if you have any questions.

The Proud Patriot Scholarship is a $500 award that is sponsored by PTSA. Any Senior can be nominated by a teacher, staff member or fellow student. Candidates should be nominated for demonstrating a solid commitment to Lake Brantley, having respect for students, staff and parents, volunteering time and energy when needed and setting an example of the best of what Lake Brantley has to offer. Nomination forms and boxes are located in each Building Office. The nomination deadline is April 1, 2010.

Applications are now available for Newspaper. Anyone interested in applying should see Mrs. Delfiacco in Room 6-219. The deadline is March 31st.

Attention Lake Brantley!! This Saturday, The Young Republicans Club is having a Dunk Tank Fundraiser for Relay For Life. Come to Bruster's anytime between 2:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. and you could possibly dunk one of your fellow classmates or teachers. Again, that's this Saturday at Bruster's from 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Come out and support Relay For Life!!

The Knitting Club will be meeting today after school in Room 8-126. No experience is required. We hope to see you there.

The Jefferson Awards Committee is doing a Canned Food Drive until March 22nd. All non-perishable food items will be delivered to Jewish Family Services to benefit needy families in our area. Please send all cans and non-perishable foods to Room 8-126.

Students and teachers: Have you been enjoying the Krispy Kreme Doughnuts on Fridays? Did you know that you can pre-order a dozen doughnuts for only $8.00?? Yes, that's right, 12 doughnuts for only $8.00! Remember, this bargain price is only good until Thursdays. Bring your money to Room 8-126 and pre-order your dozen doughnuts today!!

Students, do you think you have what it takes to design the Student Planner cover for next school year? If so, bring your design to Room 8-126 by April 1. Designs will be judged and the winning design will become the Patriot Planner cover for the 2010-2011 school year. Come to Room 8-126 if you have any questions!

Tomorrow is the deadline to turn in Cheer Packets to the Building 5 Office.

Congratulations to both the Boys and Girls Water Polo Teams on their wins over Lake Howell. The Boy's score was 20 to 3 with Bryce Khoury scoring 4 goals and Gino Campana 1 goal. The Girl's score was 13 to 7 with both Lauren Carver and Kendra Davis scoring 4 goals.

The Boys Tennis Team improved to 6-0 yesterday with a 7-0 drubbing of Oviedo. Led by Seniors Mike Shea, Brett Harris, and Rushi Amin the Patriots swept the singles matches. Also winning in the Singles Division were Justen Louis and Danny Saavedra. Both Doubles Teams also won. Also contributing were Conner Harris, Shen Chen, Alex Clise, Jose Montero, Evan Alman, and Harold Montero. The Patriots are in action again tomorrow, away, against Hagerty High School. Thursday, the Patriots return home for a match against Seminole High School. Come out and watch!!

The Girls Tennis Team improved their record to 5-1 with a 7-0 win over Oviedo. Singles Winners were Danielle Shea, Maria Monroy, Melissa Baker, Melody Davis and Amelia Graham. Double winners were Danielle Shea and Nicole Thompson at #1 and Katie Astle and Amelia Graham at #2. The next home match is Thursay against Seminole.

Congratulations to the Boys Varsity Lacrosse Team for a 13 to 5 blasting of Hagerty last night. Dylan Soler led the charge with 4 goals and 1 assist. Andrew Kiggen scored 1 and assisted on 3 others. The team is now 7 and 2. The next game is tonight at home versus Lyman at 7:00 p.m.

All Boys Soccer Players that have not turned in their banquet request form must do so by the end of the day tomorrow to Coach Kirby in Room 8-124. If you do not turn this information in, you will not be able to attend the banquet on Friday.




Monday, March 15, 2010



What's in your future? - Come see some exciting possibilities at the Annual Transition Fair For Exceptional Education Students. The Fair will include community colleges, military, agencies offering help and employers looking for students to fill jobs after high school. The Fair will be held tomorrow night from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Seminole State College Student Center - next to the Bookstore. See your ESE teacher for more details.

The Proud Patriot Scholarship is a $500 award that is sponsored by PTSA. Any Senior can be nominated by a teacher, staff member or fellow student. Candidates should be nominated for demonstrating a solid commitment to Lake Brantley, having respect for students, staff and parents, volunteering time and energy when needed and setting an example of the best of what Lake Brantley has to offer. Nomination forms and boxes are located in each Building Office. The nomination deadline is April 1, 2010.

Applications are now available for Newspaper. Anyone interested in applying should see Mrs. Delfiacco in Room 6-219. The deadline is March 31st.

Anime Club will be meeting today after school in Portable 5.