Bowman High School

Bulldog News February, 2016

Robin Geissler, Principal Carrie Covell, Editor Eran Zeevi, Assistant Principal

Principal’s Message, February 2016 Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you do, you will be successful.

---Albert Schweitzer Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement. Nothing can be done without hope and confidence.

---Helen Keller

From the desk of Mrs. Geissler….

I love the phrase “hope and confidence” as it relates to the achievement of success. This is our standard operating procedure at Jereann Bowman High School, a California Model Continuation High School. As new students join us this semester, I try to see Bowman through their eyes. What I see is a school of hope where students and staff are engaged in the process of learning and succeeding. The “vibe” on campus is definitely one of mutual respect, support, and caring.

Visitors to Bowman often remark on how happy both students and staff appear as they navigate through the school day. In that regard, happiness is the key to success for our school in many ways. When you put a creative, gifted, and dedicated staff together in an environment electric with engagement and learning, and add students who are ready to achieve, the happy result is Bowman. Let’s expand upon our good work, never settling for less than our very best efforts. In that way, Bowman High School will continue the process of moving from “good to great.” I want to personally invite all families to attend Bowman’s Open House on March 22nd from 7-8:15 pm. There will be an English Language Advisory Council (ELAC) meeting in portable B from 6- 7pm. Please join us in this celebration of student success and achievement.

From the desk of Mr. Zeevi….

School Safety

Bowman holds students, staff and community safety as its highest priority in running our outstanding high

school. We continue to have our annual fire drills, and the statewide earthquake drill every fall. For

a few years now, schools have incorporated lock down drills as well, to ensure a higher level of

school safety. These drills help students and staff prepare for a lock down procedure if an intruder

or active shooter ever comes to campus and poses a danger or threat to the Bowman community.

Last Fall, Bowman held a twenty minute lock down drill. During this drill, students were to imagine

certain situations followed by an in-depth discussion with their teachers. These situations included

how to barricade classrooms, what to do if an intruder knocks on the door, and where to hide on

campus if students are outdoors. We emphasized the three important options of what to do when in

danger; Run, Hide, Fight.

In the month of February, Bowman held an actual active shooter drill. The drill took place during

passing period and students were directed by staff to quickly run into classrooms. The campus was

cleared within 20 seconds, as both students and staff immediately ran to safety. Classrooms then

barricaded doors, turned off lights, turned off cell phones, and were directed to hide in classrooms.

Students remained silent in the rooms, and a few classrooms were released to our evacuation area

by our School Resource Officer. Following that portion of the drill, all classrooms watched a ten

minute active shooter video that was followed by a meaningful discussion. The video was intense

in nature, and seemed to capture our students’ attention to take the drill very seriously.

We hope that with more practice, both students and staff become more vigilant of warning signs or

any type of suspicious behaviors. Students are encouraged to use the TEXT-A-TIP hotline if they

suspect and danger or threat to other students, staff, or the Bowman campus. Students were asked

to program the number into their phone: (571) 959-2479 (BHS9). Bowman’s school safety plan is

located at the Bowman website. Should you have any questions regarding school safety, please feel

free to contact me at Bowman.

Computers with Sandy – Room 3!

The beginning of the spring semester was the perfect time

to engage students in exploring career choices, creating

multimedia presentations, and writing resumes, all of

which will help students focus on their classroom studies

while preparing for their future. Students explored career

choices through online career assessments and Internet

research. When choosing a career students had to “Make

Money Choices” to discover if the career of interest would

support the lifestyle envisioned and support their needs. Students were required to determine the education

requirements, the “job outlook,” the potential wages, and define what skills and knowledge were needed,

as well as “what it looks and feels like” to work in the career on a daily basis. Students used their research

to create informative videos that they presented to class. The career research and video project was followed

up with a résumé writing lesson that included a “References” document, cover letter, and e-mail etiquette.

Thank you to Cynthia Llerenas, Community Services Supervisor with the City of Santa Clarita for

visiting my classes and talking with students about what employers are looking for and how to be a

“worker” versus a “paycheck collector!”

Next up, students in Computer Applications in Business will learn how to create PowerPoint presentations

within a business context. They will learn SmartArt Graphics, animations, timings, and the basics of

creating a professional PowerPoint presentation.

In Web Design I/II, the focus is to have students learn image editing and graphic design fundamentals that

can be used in Web design. Students will learn photography basics using digital cameras as they take

pictures of the beautiful Bowman campus. The original photographs will be used for assignments

throughout the unit as students learn the fundamentals and more advanced features of Adobe PhotoShop

CS6.

Students recognized for good attendance, class participation, and for their sincere effort to learn and apply

their learning to new technologies:

1st Period: Delmy Lopez, Jhovanny Sandoval

2nd Period: Korie Vienna, Brandon Nguyen, Ryan Tag, Emmy Urquieta,

Daniel De La Paz, Jonathan Diaz, Jocelyn Martinez, Ana Villasenor

3rd Period: Laurena Campodonico, Travis Maxey, Mansur Khan, Tyler Pinkston,

Marco Santos

5th Period: Savannah Bauer, Andrew Chemali, Isaiah Sanchez

6th Period: New class! All students are amazing!

Along with completing in class assignments students are also encouraged to complete extra credit

assignments at home to earn up to ½ credit each week. Students may see me for extra credit or complete

current events available on my Web site. To see student work, please see the “Gallery “located on my Web

page at http://www.sandysclass.com. Please call or contact me by e-mail at sgeyer@hartdistrict.org if there

are questions about the class or to discuss a student’s progress.

"To do mathematics is to engage in an act of discovery and conjecture, intuition and inspiration; to be in

a state of confusion − not because it makes no sense to you, but because you gave it sense and you still

don’t understand what your creation is up to." -- Paul Lockhart

“Doing mathematics should always mean finding patterns and crafting beautiful and meaningful

explanations” –Paul Lockhart.

Beginning Term 5 my Period 4, 5, and 7 Algebra II Prep students

transitioned to Geometry Prep in order to review and build upon

geometric concepts necessary to be successful in a common core high

school Geometry class. We have also been reinforcing algebra skills

through geometric concepts, such as perimeter and area with

polynomials, not just with numbers. Students are being introduced to

the undefinable concepts of points, lines, and planes. These three

terms are considered the building blocks of geometry and therefore

become the basis for many other geometric definitions, which we will

continue to explore and apply throughout the course.

My Period 1 Algebra II Prep class has started over with a new group

of students for Term 5. We just finished working with numeric and algebraic expressions, and solving

multi-step linear equations and inequalities in one variable. We are now moving to the coordinate plane to

explore equations in two variables, and systems of equations in two variables, with the goal of utilizing

these skills to solve and analyze real life situations, such as comparing cell plans, making cost comparisons,

etc.

Before I close I want to acknowledge the following students who earned at least two credits in my math

class on their Term 5 report card: Isaiah Aguilar, Nick Couto, Jessica Esqueda, Beky Covell, Giselle

Garcia, Dshea Townsend, Miguel Armas, Angela Ayvazyan, Jessica Hilliard, Leslie Leon Mata,

Brandon Lewis, Jonathan Lopez, Rayanne Munoz, Vincent Sasaki, Gabriel Venegas, Mason Welling,

Armando Carbajal, Alfonso Castro, Anayeli Garcia, Mario Garcia, Nicole Garibay, Christian Lopez,

Ireland Moon-Hartz, Jose Nunez, Danielle Salcedo, Robert Villarreal, and Dylan Wilcox.

I am available most days after school to provide extra help to students struggling to understand the material

in my math classes.

In addition, any student who needs math support and reinforcement may also attend our before and after

school Math Intervention classes. Students also earn additional math credit by attending these classes (1/2

credit for every four classes attended). See Bowman website for details.

--Marlette Price

During our 5th grading period, we focused on literacy standards to include Reading 7 of the Common Core State

Standards for Language Arts: Integrate and evaluate content presented in diverse media and formats, including

visually and quantitatively, as well as in words. Our Essential Question for this unit was: How can someone

choose a meaningful path in life despite adversity? This was our driving question as we read The Freedom

Writers Diary, a compilation of non-fiction diaries written by 150 students in Erin Gruwell’s English classes

while attending Wilson High School in Long Beach, CA. After reading several of the diary entries, my students

responded to each using reading comprehension strategies to make connections, synthesize, ask questions, infer,

visualize and determine importance of the text.

In addition to reading the novel, students read articles and viewed video clips about Anne Frank’s diary during

the Holocaust, Zlata Filipovic’s diary about her experience during the Bosnian Civil War, and the “Freedom

Riders” of the Civil Rights Movement. All sources helped to further understand how The Freedom Writers Diary

taught about tolerance. Students also drew Open Mind pictures to analyze characters in order to compare and

contrast such events. Students were able to relate their personal experiences in life to those of the sources studied.

After collaborating with one another in groups and in partnerships to discuss the diary entries, students took

notes on content to include in their own book reports. In preparation for writing their book report as a culminating

project, students experienced whole-class discussions, and were so inspired by the Freedom Writers work, that

sharing their own experiences was truly gratifying and profound.

I am especially proud of the following students who have shown such motivation in earning credits to complete

their English requirements while in my classes this grading period: Adrian Rodriguez, Maria Rodriguez,

Jhovanny Sandoval, Alejandra Alamo, Juan Flores, Antonio Diaz, David Ramirez, Delmy Lopez, Syed

Chowdhury, Joselyn Cervantes, Jonathan Flores, Beatriz Gonzalez, Isaiah Anderson, Kyle Fleischman,

Giselle Garcia, Sergio Sillas, and Braydon Elgin.

Sheryl’s Classes Modern Civilization In Modern Civilization class, the students just concluded an Industrial Revolution research project. The students

had to research an invention that had impacted their life. Then the students had to share their findings through

three essay formats: informative, persuasive, and narrative. Through these formats, the students were able to

share the evolution and importance of the invention. In addition, they were able to express how the invention

impacted their life. In the upcoming weeks, the students will begin exploring the many facets of WWI.

Reading In Reading, the students just completed a unit titled “Real Life Skills.” Throughout this unit, the students

practiced filling out important forms such a lease agreements and employment applications. In addition, they

participated in roommate scenarios and analyzed the various financial components that come along with living

on your own.

In the upcoming weeks, the students will be learning about forensics. Throughout this unit, they will be reading

books from the True Crime series. Each book consists of five true stories about how crimes are solved using

forensics. Also, the students will be engaging forensic activities such as fingerprinting, shoe impression, and

composite drawing. As a culminating activity, the students will try to solve a crime using their newfound forensic

knowledge.

Government with Stacey

Government classes have had an extremely active role in the political process by watching the State of the

Union Address and different roles of the Government. The class just examined the powers and checks on

each other branches. With Justice Scalia passing, we have debated and discussed the President’s ability to

appoint a new Justice with the Senate approval. Students have strong opinions about the Presidential race—

we have a lot to debate! Students took an online quiz, isidewith.com, to see who they actually agree with.

We have looked into many of our rights and the different amendments that hold true to those rights, but at

what are they costing us? We have debated about what our Founding Fathers meant when they wrote the

2nd Amendment Right to Bear Arms. We have discussed the RAPPS (Religion, Assembly, Press, Petition

and Speech) of the first Amendment freedoms and how many of those freedoms are taken for granted and

where our freedoms stop when they impede on someone else’s. With so much currently going on in our

Government and so much Federal Power being exerted, we have also questioned the ability and power of

our President, Congress and Supreme Courts vs. our State Government. Who has more power and why?

Students are encouraged to watch and research Political Talk Shows, the news and addresses the President

makes to further debate and interest in the role of Government.

Shoot Outs to the following for doing so great this grading period: Jak Benyasri, Michael Fowler, Ray

Garcia, Isaias Hinajosa, Brendan Lewis, Hunter Miller, Courtney Quashen, Brandon Richards,

Nicholas Thompson, and Cody Yanecko!!! AWESOME JOB!

Stacey’s Economics

In Economics, we have been focusing on costs of goods and services, supply and demand, and the current

values of the stock market. Students will be looking into different career options and the availability, plus

income level this is to further their experience in the world and help plan for future opportunities.

Understanding different concepts of economics can be tricky, but we use ideas of shopping at the grocery

store, buying video games and gas to make concepts more user friendly and identifiable. Students have

been working on a project to compare the Free Enterprise system with Socialism; this has been an eye-

opening experience for students to compare the economic systems of our country verses others.

Econ with Mike Coombe

When supply and demand go haywire, take Martin Shkreli for example. He received widespread criticism

when Turing obtained the manufacturing license for the antiparasitic drug Daraprim and raised its price by

5,556 percent (from US$13.50 to US$750 per tablet) leading him to be referred to by media as the "most

hated man in America.” Ethics, free market, perfectly elastic demand curve? That is what a day in Mike’s

Econ class is like. We look at Market Watch’s webpage every morning and afternoon checking on

developing stories that affect our economy. Students are getting the foundations of economics including

economics systems, opportunity cost, tradeoffs, utility, profit, and loss. Soon we will dive into trading

commodities, futures and securities.

Mike’s US History Classes

Historic times are many times regime changing. In addition to looking at the past we look to the future and

the 2016 election. Looking back, how about, Joseph Stalin, Malenkov, Nasser and Prokofiev, Rockefeller,

Campanella, Communist Bloc, Roy Cohn, Juan Peron, Toscanini, Dacron, Dien Bien Phu Falls, Rock

Around the Clock, Einstein, James Dean, Brooklyn's got a winning team, Davy Crockett, Peter Pan, Elvis

Presley, Disneyland, Bardot, Budapest, Alabama, Khrushchev, Princess Grace, Peyton Place, Trouble in

the Suezthen on the Cold War, the Civil Rights Movement, the Counterculture of the 1960s, Kennedy,

Johnson, Nixon, Vietnam, and Watergate. Yes, it is the second half of the 20th century and

we are all over it in U.S. History!

Music

Was Beyoncé’s performance at the Super Bowl an authentic picture of the state of America?

Has our culture boiled down to singing shows and TMZ deciding what popular music is?

These are questions posed, argued, and debated in all of my classes, not just the music

elective I teach everyday period 5. I do love the spirited discourse, the chance to examine

what subjectivity means when analyzing music, and being reminded of how powerful music is in shaping

our identity as young adults. Guitar is my instrument and I’m fortunate to get to pass that passion and skill

on to students every day. Even for those who may not find the fire that I did with music; they can still foster

an appreciation for both the art and the facility to realize that on an instrument. For others, they are getting

keys to an amazing vehicle for creativity and an emotional outlet.

Ginger’s Classes

EXPOSITORY READING AND WRITING CLASSES

Students are answering the question “What’s next?” They are thinking, reading, and writing about life after

high school. Are they inclined to pursue a career in the work force or to enter college and explore further

education? They are learning that failure is about growth, overcoming obstacles, and moving on. They are

exploring their own hidden intellectualism of “street smarts” in a reflective, analytical way. They are

learning to respect questions as a sign of curiosity and intelligence.

Kudos to Derek Barrero, an A+ student, who just graduated this month!

THEATRE ARTS

Students are getting to know their comfort zones and one another’s different comfort zones in small groups

by playing theatre games. They are exploring their choices and learning to appreciate

other people’s different choices. Ultimately, they created their own theatre game

choices within their small group. Also, they are performing an interpretative reading

of The Daffodil Principle. It is a story of learning a life lesson of celebration by daily

effort, instead of a cause for past regret.

Mike’s Common Core English 11 Class!

The Students in Mike’s English 11 class have been going beyond all expectations into the realm of college level reading and analysis! Each student has discovered how to critique an argument, find flaws in somebody’s logic and create an editorial of their own. We’ve been learning how to win any argument, how to provide evidence and what makes evidence “good” evidence. This year is promising to be a great year, as our students begin preparing to take the Smarter Balanced CAASPP test in a month and prepare for debate season! Our outstanding students include:

Period 1

Mikkel Dias Angelina Esquivel

David Ramirez Brandon Mosley

Jose Valencia Ivyanna White Joshua Austin

Steven Kaulbach Koby Vienna Korie Vienna Diana Cubas

Daniel De La Paz Antonio Diaz

William Farnsworth Tyler Hawken

Jocelyn Martinez Brenda Moya

Period 2

Danica Davood Hunter Hayes

Trevor Johnson Evelyn Luna

Ritchie Oviedo Andrew Pierce

Brandon Richards Derian Acosta

Jonah Cevallos Otto Endresz Jr Daniel Feinberg Rachel Hargrove Emiliano Sanchez Alejandra Seferian

Kaitlin Flores John Greedy Jordan Groth Bailey Kramer

Aaron Rodriguez

Period 6

Jeremy Bautista Carlos Carrer

Mike’s Creative Writing Class In Mike’s Creative Writing Classes we’ve been steadily preparing for our 24th Annual Day of the Artist

and Poet Festival on Friday, May 13th 2016, by creating some incredible poetry. We’ve met Allan

Ginsberg, Jack Kerouac, Anne Sexton, Sylvia Plath and many other great American poets on our journey

through writing and discovery. This year’s literary magazine is promising to be an amazing one, so come

on out and join us at 9:30am on May 13th.

Here is just a sample of some of the amazing writing in our class:

Loss for Words

By Jennifer Mina

What do you write

when you have writer’s block?

How are poems created?

How are they made?

All I can write about

is how I’m lost for words,

lost for ideas,

lost

Undecided and unsure of what to say

Unsure and undecided of how to express

the feelings

I simply can’t find words for

I’m with you

by Devone Washington

I’m with you

When the doors close for the last ride home

I’m with you

When you’ve convinced yourself there’s nowhere to turn

I’m with you

When your balance on life and death is at its thinnest

I’m with you

When you’re accompanied by nothing else but your own twisted thoughts

I’m with you

When you contemplate your own fate and destiny

I’m with you

When you want nothing else but to be free from your own thoughts

I’m with you

When you’re isolated inside your own sanity, imprisoned and consumed

by thoughts that your mind scrambles through

When you’re most vulnerable

I’m with you

Upon our fresh start, returning from break, students have performed beyond expectations. In our US

History/Government class, we recently covered the Great Depression, focusing on the people, not

necessarily the politics of the era. I do, however, admit that the political climate was an important factor

to note, but we found that by learning about the people and unfortunate circumstances, students were able

to engage and become more drawn to the content. They placed themselves in the lives of many ranging

from the dust bowl survivors, teens riding the rails, to families who heavily struggled to overcome the

effects of unemployment and inflation. I would like to recognize Nevin Postchy as he has exemplified

tremendous work ethic, outstanding attendance, and an extreme amount of generosity in helping his fellow

classmates succeed as well.

In Modern Civilization/Economics, students have actively participated in the process of learning about

the rise of major dictators prior to World War 2. In collaboration, they engaged in creating their own

dictator based off of the information learned in regards to the various principles and ideologies of each

individual. The goal was not to create an evil world leader, but to develop a leader who establishes their

own government systems, controls the press, and creates intelligent economic and military strategies, in

order to obtain the support and a following from the people to secure absolute rule and power. I commend

Ron Zepke as he has shown a great amount of care to create excellent work, apply his strengths to

overcome barriers, and continuously pay attention to detail. He has shown leadership in the class, making

others around him excel. Great job Ron!

We are currently in week two of our Ultimate Frisbee course. The purpose is to promote the sport of

Ultimate Frisbee through competitive and enjoyable games. It's an opportunity for students to get together

and be active, regardless of skill level. Our goal is to build friendships, promote good sportsmanship, build

character, grow in athletic skill, and offer a means to get outdoors and relieve stress. Samuel Wood is one

student who has stood out and led the efforts of creating a class built on great discussion, teamwork and

active participation. Thank you Sam!

Keep it up guys…you’re doing great!

Physical Education with Aaron

The P.E. Department of Bowman High School makes every effort to improve the individual fitness level

and health of each student. It is our belief that the mind and body are interdependent; the body must be fit

if the mind is going to function at its maximum potential. We believe that good fitness habits, started at a

young age, have a better chance of carrying over into adulthood, improving overall health and quality of

life.

With this in mind, the kids are participating in many different activities since the weather has warmed up.

We have been playing softball, basketball, speedminton, soccer, lacrosse and many more fun activities.

The students have been very active with a lot of great performances & effort.

We look forward to the weather continuing to be perfect so we can continue to work hard, have fun and

earn credits toward graduation!

Physical Education Department!

Jose’s Algebra class

Students in my Algebra classes have been

working on simplifying exponents (positive &

negative) and radicals. In class, we have learned

to persevere through adversity to solve these

multi steps problems. In result, some students

are learning that Math is really not that bad.

Some are discovering that Math is becoming

their favorite subject. I would like to command

the following students for a great work ethic &

perseverance: Aaiden Sheldon, Savannah

Bauer, Henry Friel, and Flo Ortiz.

Roadtrip Nation with Jose

It has been an exciting time in Roadtrip Nation class. For the past nine weeks we have

challenged ourselves to step outside of our comfort zones. In result, there has been

tremendous growth in my students and plenty of new experiences. It was difficult at first,

but as a class we decided to accept the challenge. To begin, our class stepped outside their

comfort zone by trying new foods such as chicken gizzards while others tried sushi for the

first time. In class, we discussed the

following topics: comfort zone, fear

success, planning ahead, life’s work, failure

as part of the process, and being career

selfish. Students have really done an

amazing job! I want to thank the following

road trippers for their hard work and

participation: Cortney Nila, Sarah

Zamudio, Olivia Garcia, Bryce Matthews

and Nathaly Haro.

Wherever you go, go with your whole heart. ---Confucius

ASB’s goal is to make sure that all people feel that Bowman is a place where they feel safe and accepted.

They work daily to achieve that goal. All activities on campus are designed to engage students and

encourage participation. In January, we celebrated the work of Martin Luther King Jr. and continued in

February with a break time activity recognizing Black History Month.

ASB hopes to see you at our western themed Open House on March 22nd! Students are working hard on

decorations and activities for a fun-filled, informative night.

Thank you to all of the ASB students for dedicating their time and talents to make Bowman High

School a home for so many students!!

How important in life are hopes and dreams? How does society impact our hopes and dreams? These are

the essential questions my English students explored and answered in an essay this term. To help them

explore the questions, we read poetry by Langston Hughes about dreams and watched videos about

ordinary people hurdling huge obstacles while living their dreams. Students are also learning how to

“read” videos, pictures, and graphs. My hope is that students are taking these questions beyond the

classroom and really looking at their personal hopes and dreams and finding ways to make their dreams a

reality. I am so proud of their hard work and participation in class.

Excellent English Students: Nevin Postchy, Derian Acosta, David Cawley, Rachel Hargrove,

Jennifer Navarette, Nathaly Haro, Kayla Trimble, Juan Vargas Flores, Rayanne Munoz,

Marguerite Smith, and Daisy Betancourt.

In U.S. History, students just completed a unit on the 1920s. We studied the time period in groups through

an inquiry based project. The twenties are often referred to as the “Roaring Twenties.” However, through

their research students uncovered both the “bright side” and the “dark side” to the 1920s. After

completing their research and presentation phase, students individually wrote essays arguing the question:

How accurate is the nickname “Roaring Twenties” for the time period between WWI and the Great

Depression? I am so pleased with their efforts and willingness to collaborate with others to formulate

answers. Keep up the great work as we will soon continue our journey through time to the Great

Depression and WWI!

Magnificent Historians: Andrew Pierce, Koby Vienna, Korie Vienna, Victor Alvarez, Julita

Haines, Kayla Trimble, and Daniel Macias, and Joseph Mora.

Hello Everyone! I am so glad to be back to school. I hope everyone had great holidays. In all of my classes,

we have been developing lessons that encourage students to collaborate on completing their projects as well

as integrate multiple sources of information to support a position.

In earth science students learned about volcanoes, and designed travel brochures using information from

the text as well as other information from their own personal experiences and the internet. All students did

a fantastic job. Some of the exceptional students that I do want to recognize are: Kayla Trimble, Brooke

Kitterman, Noemi Torres, Jocelyn Cervantes, and Stephany Jandres.

In our physics, we have been working on Newton’s 3 laws and have had many interesting discussions about

how forces cause acceleration and changes in motion. We have begun to discuss the differences between

equal and opposite forces on different objects and equal and opposite forces on the same object that cancel

out to give us a zero net force. Students have been exceptionally helpful and mature with our discussions

about Newton’s laws. Some of the exceptional students in my physics class are: Nick Lander, Tyler

Pinkston, Ryan Tag, and Derek Barrera.

In our math class, we have been discussing exponents and roots in term 5 and have just begun to discuss

percents, decimals, and fractions in the use of markup and discount problems. In term 5, some of the great

students that I would like to recognize are: Jose Valencia, Pedro Ruiz, Ricardo Silva, and Juan Vargas-

Flores.

Keep it going guys, only a few more months left until the end of the year.

Jenny’s Magnificent Math Students

Congratulations to the following students who earned the maximum credit possible in Algebra 1B:

Cassandra Castillo

Amy Frump

Beatris Galvan

Sammantha Gonzalez*

Tieler Janeck*

Brooke Kitterman*

Lidia Montoya

Josh Nua*

Amber Sniderman*

*with honors

Congratulations to the following students who earned the maximum credit possible in Algebra 1 Prep:

Edgar Benito*

Jonathan Buchanan

David Cawley*

Brian Correa*

Loman Dunning*

Azucena Favela Arvisu*

Christian Flores*

Jonathan Flores*

Jesus Galdamez

Betty Gonzalez

Sammantha Gonzalez*

Jordan Groth

Rachel Hargrove

Dayzie Hernandez*

Brittany Johnson*

Elijah Ledesma

Vanessa Leyva*

Delmy Lopez

Nolan McPheeters*

Emmanuel Palacios*

Emeliano Sanchez

Justin Schobey

Marguerite Smith*

Amber Sniderman*

Jocelyn Solis*

Sarah Zamudio*

*with honors

”The greatest danger for most of us is not that our aim is too high and we miss it. But that it is too

low and we reach it.”

Michelangelo

Art Class

The students in Grading period 5 were challenged with

producing a black and white value scaled drawing of a

Famous Historical person using the processes and

techniques of two famous artists Michelangelo and Chuck

Close.

Michelangelo di Lodovico Buonarroti Simoni (March 1475

–February 1564) considered the greatest artist of all time

used transfer processes to produce his massive large scale frescos in the Sistine Chapel in Rome.

Charles Thomas "Chuck" Close (born July 5, 1940) is an American painter and

photographer who achieved fame as a photorealist, He is contemporary artist that uses exclusively

the grid method precisely working box by box, value by value to produce his famous large scale

works of art. Value and gray scale were explored as the students shaded in black and white gridded

transferred photos of their choice.

Essential questions highlighted: What choices must an artist make when transferring

images? How does what we learn in art today make us think about people from the past? What

challenges, obstacles and problem-solving skills are embedded in producing art?

To the students delight they completed the unit with many exceeding their expectations: The

following students are to be recognized for their work:

Period 3: Alyssa Burnett, Kaitlin Flores, Andre Lopez, Rachelle Tolentino

Period 4: Jennifer Roman, Danica Davood

Period 7: Kyle Fleischman, Destiny Martinez, Luis Guerrero

Period 8: Savannah Outlaw, Nichole Garibay, Adolfo Venegas, Sheena Zamani

Bowman’s Digital Yearbook

2015-2016

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Questions regarding the yearbook: Mary: mgaskin@hartdistrict.org

Classes with Sylvia

Workforce Prep:

Students in Work Force Prep have been working hard and turning in

outstanding work. We focused on literacy standards to include Reading

7 of the Common Core State Standards for Language Arts: Integrate

and evaluate content presented in diverse media and formats, including visually and quantitatively, as well

as in words. They have just completed a unit on budgeting, check writing and understand the banking world.

At the conclusion students were able to balance a check book, write a check as well being able to understand

the process of checks and balances. This grading period students have been working on Finding a Place to

Live. They are working together in learning the importance of reading various documents that are needed

in order to complete the process of leasing their own place.

I am especially proud of the following students who have shown such motivation in earning credits to

complete their English requirements while in my classes this grading period: Jocelyn Ramirez, Jose

Antimo, Javier Lizardo, Alfonso Alvarez, Rick Bennett and Florencio Borjas.

English:

Sylvia’s English classes are continuing to work on effective communication, group process and

collaborative problem solving. We focused on literacy standards to include Reading 7 of the Common Core

State Standards for Language Arts: Integrate and evaluate content presented in diverse media and formats,

including visually and quantitatively, as well as in word. Student this quarter worked on identifying an

argument in various contents. They collaborated with one another in groups and in partnerships to discuss

the various methods of an argument in order to prepare them for essay writing.

I am especially proud of the following students who have shown such motivation in earning credits to

complete their English requirements while in my classes this grading period: Jennifer Navarette, Ryan

Cunningham, Sergio Silva, Savannah Bauer, Henry Friel and Aidian Sheldon.

Lindsey’s Classes

Third quarter performance tasks are approaching in four short weeks and we are working hard to prepare

for them. In English 11 we are tying the essential question, “Is the American Dream Possible or Elusive?”

to the 2016 Presidential elections. Students are researching, analyzing and learning to form and articulate

effective arguments. In English 10, we are exploring the essential question, “How does man respond to

adversity?” As we work to answer this question, we will be reading, analyzing, and responding to various

sources including: articles, short stories, advertisements, political cartoons, etc. All of the skills students

have acquired throughout this process will be put to the test when they complete the performance task for

this quarter in a few weeks.

I celebrate myself, and sing myself, and what I assume you shall assume, For every atom belonging to me as good belongs to you.

---Walt Whitman

Spring is a busy time for DFYIT. Each year the district wide program puts on assemblies

for every sixth grade student in the Santa Clarita Valley. There are 13 assemblies in all.

DFYIT members help educate the incoming Jr High Class through role playing and psycho-

education. This year our very own Sheree Williams and Maria Rodriguez participated in

the first two assemblies held at Rio Norte Jr High.

On Friday, February 26th DFYIT offers up a great deal for some great fun at Mountasia.

Unlimited Go-Cart rides and Video games, plus a round of Laser Tag, a slice of pizza and a

soda for $20. Join us and see how much fun we have at DFYIT social events!

Some more upcoming activities are the end of the year pool party and the Dodge ball

tournament. West Ranch won last year but this year can be Bowman’s Year! We are

looking for a few serious Dodge ball players! See any DFYIT member or Ami for

information.

You must become the change you want to see in the world. ---Mahatma Gandhi

Work permits for this year:

If you are under 18 years old, you need a Work

Permit. See Lisa in the Work Experience Office for the

paperwork. If you had a Work Permit from your former

school then you will need to get a new one issued from

Bowman. All work permits issued last school year or over

the summer are now invalid. Get your new paperwork

NOW!

If you get a job over the summer, then you need to get your work permit from the

district office. And when you return to school get a new one from your home school.

Work Experience:

Work Experience is an elective class that combines paid employment with classroom

instruction on how to get a job, keep a job, leave a job, and promote career/economic

awareness. Get paid and receive elective credits at the same time (you can’t beat that deal!).

During the week you attend your workplace and also have one class session on Friday’s.

The “Morning” and the “Afternoon” students’ meet during 4th period. Turning in thirty hours

of pay stubs and three assignments are equal to one credit. You can earn up to 10 credits per

semester and develop positive work habits, self-confidence, and job skills that can prepare

you for full-time employment and adult responsibilities.

ROP:

We currently have 20 students enrolled in the Spring ROP’s. 11 out of the 30 students

have an A. 5 out of the 30 students have a B. 3 out of the 30 students have a C. These

students are doing a great job in their ROP classes. We are all very proud of your terrific

accomplishment. Keep up the good work!

There are a wide variety of classes to choose from that can spark a passion in you too,

which can also open an exciting new career path to your future. Fall 2016 ROP sign-ups will

start the second week in March. Sign up before classes are full.

Work Experience/ROP

Events to watch for:

ASVAB Career Exploration Test is on February 19th. Whether you’re planning on

college, a technical school, or you’re just not sure yet, the ASVAB Career Exploration Test

is for you! After one day of a self-assessment test, you are provided with important

information about your skills, abilities and interests that match up to occupations for a

satisfying career. And if you are planning on joining the services (army, navy, marine, or

air force) then this is a mandatory test.

ROP Fall 2016 class sign-ups will start in the end of March- see Lisa to enroll in a

class. You must be enrolled before you leave for the summer!

If a mother has blue eyes and a father has blue eyes- but give birth to a brown-eyed

child…. What happened? Can the blue-eyed father really be the father? Before you call

Jerry Springer to find out who the baby’s daddy is- my science class can solve this mystery.

My period 2, 3, 5 and 8 scientists can tell you all about how you acquire your inheritance

pattern and even do a punnett square as evidence. We just finished our genetic chapter and

are now going down the steps of the spiral shaped double helix-DNA.

Super Scientists: Nick Landers, Josh Trejo, Derian Acosta, Dinato Cimarusti,

Kaley Frias, Tyler Hawken, Daniel Macias, Aaron Rodriguez, Mario Quiles, AJ

Townsend, Jeremy Bautista, Juan Vargas, Curtis Adkins, Mario Garcia, Armando

Carbajal, Savannah Bauer, Florencio Borjas, Kevin Solano, Kathy Gonzalez, and

Joshua Berretta.

Formulate and stamp indelibly on your mind a mental picture of yourself as succeeding. Hold this picture tenaciously. Never permit it to fade. Your mind will seek to develop the picture.

---Norman Vincent Peale

Lisa’s Classes

Counseling Corner

Attending Classes at COC If you would like to take classes this summer at COC, you will need to complete the following steps.

Please see a counselor for more information and forms.

Step One:

Turn in an application. You apply online at www.canyons.edu or see a counselor for an application.

You will need to register as a high school student with special admission status.

Step Two:

Complete the online orientation at www.canyons.edu. You will only need to do this once.

Step Three:

You will need to have a COLLEGE NOW! form signed by your high school counselor and principal.

They will be approving the classes you are taking. You must take the signed form to COC

Step Four:

You will register and pay fees on line at the www.canyons.edu. You must pay college fees at time of

registration or your class(es) will be dropped.

Step Five:

Attend class! If you don’t show the first day of class, you will lose your seat.

Further information is available from the COC Admissions and Records Office at 661-362-3280.

Senior Seminar Each spring seniors participate in Senior Seminar. The goal of the program is to prepare each graduate to

start college or trade school after high school. Each graduating senior meets with the counselors in order

to discuss their options and complete the program. Students will be working to fill out the FAFSA in

order to become eligible for financial aid. Seniors also complete the SCVSF scholarship application and

receive a listing of other scholarships available to them. In addition, COC representative will be on

campus helping students transition to COC in the fall. For more information on Senior Seminar, please

contact Lori or Suzy in the counseling office.

5th Year Seniors Seniors who will not finish all their credits by June 2nd have the option of retuning to Bowman for a 5th

year as a Super Senior. In order to be considered for return next year students must complete all the

following:

1. Have 90% attendance for the last 10 weeks

2. No discipline problems

3. Earn 10 credits on each of their last 2 report cards

4. Sign up and complete summer school at Hart District, OFL or COC

Contact a Counselor for more information.

Summer School Options

Bowman students have several summer school options this summer. Student must choose only

ONE of the following options.

Students can attend summer school at one of 3 district schools, Golden Valley, Saugus or West

Ranch.

July 1 to August 2, 2016 (No School 7/4)

7:00 am – 12:15 pm

Students can take two (2) course for 10 credits

Forms available online or in counseling office

Students can attend Opportunities for Learning (OFL)

July 2016- Specific dates TBA

Students will be able to complete three (3) courses for 15 credits

A signed summer school referral and copy of transcript must be submitted to preferred OFL

campus. Priority given to Seniors and students needing to make up- 2 or more courses.

Students can attend Learn4Life (Mission View Charter)

July 2016- Specific dates TBA

Students will be able to complete two (2) courses for 10 credits.

A signed summer school referral and copy of transcript must be submitted to MV.

Students need to see Counselors for forms.

In addition or instead of one of the above options, students can attend College of the Canyons

June 6 to August 13, 2016

See Career Coach or Bowman counselor for information.

This year Bowman will be holding

graduation at Cougar Stadium on the COC

campus on Tuesday, May 24th at 6 pm.

In order to participate in graduation

students must have all work turned in

to their teachers by MAY 17th.

GRADUATION ANNOUNCEMENTS Graduation announcements are sent out to family and friends to proclaim your great news!

Announcements may be purchased online from www.jostens.com. The school is listed as

Jereann Bowman Continuation High School. Information you will need to provide includes:

Date: Tuesday, May 24, 2016

Time: 6:00 p.m. (Graduates report @ 4:30 to COC center.)

Place: College of the Canyons, Cougar Stadium

Colors: Blue and White

GRADUATION SPEECH

If you are interested in giving the graduation speech, please let Carrie know. Information to follow at

a later date.

CAP AND GOWN – Refundable if you don’t walk! Height and weight, along with your payment of $45.00 must be given to Carrie Covell by Friday,

April 15th. You must wear a cap and gown in order to participate in the ceremony.

MANDATORY GRADUATION REHEARSAL

Rehearsal will be held Tuesday, May 24th at 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM at COC, Cougar Stadium

(football field.) This is where you will pick up your cap & gown, as well as your tickets. First

100 students (who arrive on time to rehearsal) will receive 2 additional tickets.

Students can request up to 10 tickets. Tickets will be passed out at rehearsal.

FAFSA and FINANCIAL AID If you need financial aid to attend school next year, you will need to complete the FAFSA.

A completed FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is required by most schools prior to

being considered for financial aid. The FAFSA can be completed online at www.fafsa.ed.gov .

Contact Suzy or Lori or for forms and information.

Live Streaming Information For your friends and family not able to attend our ceremony, Bowman will be streaming our

graduation. This is a live event that will only be available during the ceremony. The graduation will

not be accessible on You Tube after the ceremony

Link: 2016 Bowman Link: https://goo.gl/HwFVza

All work must be turned in to your teachers by 5/17/16 in order to

participate in the Graduation Ceremony.

Please join us on Tuesday, March 22nd

7:00 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. ELAC Meeting begins at 6:15 p.m. in Portable B.

Bowman’s Open House is always a family affair. There will be

food and drinks available for purchase. There will also be

music, games, photo opportunities and coloring, so kick off

your boots and stay awhile!