Click to apply for a $250 PTSA scholarship for the 2010-2011 school year. There are eight scholarships available, one awarded per each academy to a graduating senior.
Jan 2011 Newsletter
Scholarship!
PTSA & EESAC Board 2011-2012 Meeting Dates
June 30, 2011 — Alexandria SegoviaEducational Excellence School Advisory Council (EESAC)
Title I
Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA)
2011-2012 Meeting Dates
Wednesday August 31st
Wednesday September 28th
General Meeting
Wednesday, October 26th
Wednesday, November 30th
Wednesday, December 14th
Wednesday, January 25th
General Meeting
Wednesday, February 29th
Wednesday, March 28th
Wednesday, April 25th
General Meeting
2012-2013 PTSA Elections
Wednesday, May 30th
PTSA Annual Meeting
*EESAC meetings will begin promptly at 6:30 p.m. and will be followed by the PTSA meeting held in the media center at Hialeah Gardens High School the last Wednesday of each month.
Superintendent’s Benefit Concert
April 29, 2011 — Alexandria SegoviaSee the Spring Concert Flier for details.
PTSA Newsletter: January 2011
January 26, 2011 — Alexandria Segovia
PTSA Goals & Objectives
August 28, 2010 — Alexandria Segovia- To provide and maintain open channels of communication with school stakeholders
- Newsletters to homes/community
- PTSA Web Site
- Activities Calendar
- To recruit active members within our school students, parents and neighboring community and increase membership by at least 20% from prior year.
- To develop and implement a recognition program for students parents, teachers and community members in an effort to celebrate academic, sports and citizenship accomplishments and successes.
- To provide viable scholarships in support of education in and outside the classroom/didactic environment.
- To provide input and support in academy development through the development of academic advisors, academy support programs.
- To provide/coordinate service opportunities to expose students to servicing the community within and outside fields of study.
- To provide support to school clubs and athletic programs through the coordination of fundraiser events.
- To seek and recruit volunteers who can dedicate time, talent and treasure to PTSA for the development of the school and student body.
Executive Board/Special Committees
Honors and Awards Chair
Community Service Chair
Legislative Chair
Public Relations/Communications Chair
Membership Chair
Resource Development/Fundraising Chair
Academy Facilitator Chair
Executive Committee
PTSA & EESAC Meeting Dates 2010-2011
August 13, 2010 — Alexandria SegoviaEducational Excellence School Advisory Council (EESAC) &
Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA)
Meetings for 2010-2011
Wednesday August 18th, 2010 (PTSA General Meeting)
Wednesday September 29th , 2010
Wednesday, October 27th , 2010
Wednesday, November 17th, 2010
Wednesday, December 15th, 2010
Wednesday, January 26th, 2011 ( PTSA General Meeting)
Wednesday, February 23rd, 2011
Wednesday, March 30th, 2011
Wednesday, April 27th, 2011 (PTSA Elections/General Meeting)
Wednesday, May 25th, 2011 (Annual PTSA Meeting)
*EESAC Meetings will begin promptly at 6:30 p.m. and will be followed immediately by the PTSA meeting. Meetings will be held in the media center at Hialeah Gardens High School the last Wednesday of the month, except for Nov. & Dec.
PTSA General Meeting
August 11, 2010 — hghsptsaPTSA General Meeting
August 18th at 6:30 pm
HGHS Library
Please join us for our first general PTSA meeting. Do you have a topic for discussion? If so, please forward any agenda items to Dori Segovia. We look forward to seeing you there.
Gladiators win 2008-09 FHSAA/Fred E. Rozelle Sportsmanship Award
June 1, 2009 — hghsptsa
Hialeah Gardens High School will be 1 of 23 Florida high schools to be honored this fall by the Florida High School Athletic Association.The school is the recipient of the FHSAA/Fred E. Rozelle Sportsmanship Award for exhibiting exemplary sportsmanship during the regular season and FHSAA State Series. Each year the award is presented to one school from each of the four sections in all seven classificationsin whose total sports program best exemplifies the qualities of sportsmanship by its coaches, players and spectators. Criteria for selection of the winners includes programs and activities implemented within the school and community to promote sportsmanship; number and type of unsportsmanlike ejections; number and type of exceptional sportsmanship reports; and source of the nomination.
Hialeah Gardens High School will receive a $500 award and a commemorative plaque from FHSAA, a testament to a well run, successful sports program at the newly opened school. The school recognizes its athletics director Carlos Ochoa and his coaching team, who managed to keep the teams united while players attended two different campus during 2008-09 school year.
The school received strong support from the coaches, players, city officials and the whole Hialeah Gardens High School community which help turn a challenging year into a spirited and rewarding experience for all the students.
The PTSA Congratulates the Founding Members of the Gladiator Chapter of the National Honor Society
May 21, 2009 — hghsptsa
These students have demonstrated excellence in the areas of scholarship, leadership, service, and character. Membership in the NHS will continually challenge them to develop further through active involvement in school activities and community service. We are very proud of their commitment and service to others. A special thanks to the Gator Chapter of the NHS for their devotion to service. Their assistance with the ceremony will always be remembered and treasured in our hearts.
Esther Acosta, David L. Algaze, Fanny Y. Aragundi, Jennifer C. Ariza, Elizabeth Bello, Maribel Blanco, Rick J. Bravo, Yannel M. Celestrin, Lindsay Diaz, Heather Diaz, Jasjuan K. Duggins, Heisell Fernandez, Flavio Fuentes, Lissi Garica, Jame M. Gavilanes, Vilmaris Gonzalez, Isabel L. Guerra, Ivis Hernandez, Ibis Iser, Niccole M. Liriano, Luisa F. Lopez, Arantxa S. Lopez, Chabeli Lopez, Diana I. Mattei, Genesis P. Mejia, Jennifer M. Mejia, Jeanette Mendoza, Jonathan Munoz, Claudia Pena, Jessica K. Perez, Isabel P. Portillo, Carlos O. Rigali, Liset Rodriguez, Yanely Rodriguez, Claudia F. Salomon, Gleimis I. Santana, Laiyen Suarez, Jennifer Urbaez, Mayara Valle, Dyanne Zamora.
Gladiators Score High in FCAT
May 21, 2009 — hghsptsa
The FCAT Writing results are in and our 10th grade Gladiators have once again made us proud. The scores showed that 79% of our 10th graders scored at least 3.5 on the Writing test. It should be noted that our students’ average score exceeded both the District average (76%) and the State average (77%). This is quite an accomplishment for a school in its inaugural year and a testament to the hard work and dedication of the students, teachers and parents.
Congratulations! Pedro Betancourt, Idalmis Camilo, Barbaro Rojas – Top Scores on the 10th Grade PSAT Exam
May 21, 2009 — hghsptsa
The PTSA is proud of all students that placed their best effort on last year’s PSAT exam. The highest scoring student, one of the three students named above, will receive recognition at the Academic Awards.
The Preliminary SAT (PSAT) measures the skills students have developed over the course of their education. These include: critical reading skills, math problem-solving skills and writing skills.
The PSAT is the best preparation for the SAT. Students take the test in the tenth grade and sooner because they’ll get personalized feedback on the academic skills needed for college. By taking the test before eleventh grade, students have more time to develop these skills and to begin the college planning process.
Sign-up for My College QuickStart
Students who take the PSAT receive this free, personalized college and career planning kit. With My College QuickStart, you can:
- Access your enhanced online score report.
- Prepare for the SAT® with a customized study plan, based on PSAT/NMSQT results.
- View a starter list of colleges determined by your home state and indicated choice of major.
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May 19, 2009 — hghsptsa
Posted on Tue, May. 19, 2009
Miami-Dade’s special students named March winners of Do The Right Thing program
Special students from schools throughout Miami-Dade County were named the March winners of the Do The Right Thing Program sponsored by the Miami Police Department, British Airways, The Miami Herald and WTVJ-NBC 6. Winners were selected from hundreds of nominations submitted to the program for the month of March. Miami Police Chief John F. Timoney, along with Deputy Chief of Police Frank Fernandez, presented the students with their prizes at a special ceremony on April 16.
YOLANDA ESTUPINAN, 10th grade, Hialeah Gardens High: Spending quality time at her father’s bedside is how Yolanda likes to end her day. Yolanda’s life changed when her father suffered a tragic accident at work, leaving him in a coma. While Yolanda’s father was changing a street light, a truck ran into him. He was transported to Jackson Trauma Center. He remained in a coma for many months and Yolanda stayed by his side and served as interpreter for her mother on legal issues, including permission to put him on life support. Although he regained consciousness, the road to recovery has been long and painful for the family. According to doctors, he will probably not regain full eyesight or movement of his limbs. Even though it has been hard to concentrate in school, Yolanda has maintained excellent grades, and at home, she cooks and cleans. Yolanda is vice president of the Key Club, where she serves the community. She attends district meetings and participates in a monthly community project. One project that lasted two days was at a local animal shelter where Yolanda cleaned cages, bathed animals, played with animals and provided them with love. On another occasion, the project entailed bringing toys to children with disabilities for the nonprofit organization Christmas Smiles. During the holidays, the club sponsored a food basket for a needy family. Yolanda has perfect attendance and is involved in gymnastics, ballet, school plays and modeling. This summer, she plans to donate her time in the neonatal unit of a hospital.CHRISTIAN REYES, ninth grade, Hialeah Gardens High: For seven years, Christian was separated from his father who left Honduras and came to the United States to work. Christian was raised by his mother and paternal grandmother. Christian had to take on adult responsibilities, including cleaning the house and cooking, while his mother worked. While in Honduras, Christian, who is an excellent student, earned a partial scholarship to cover the monthly tuition. He also showed a great talent for singing, winning a competition in first grade. In 2004, the family was reunited in the United States. Although they had to live in a small apartment and had a language barrier, Christian was happy. Initially placed in ESOL, he made all A1A’s and was inducted into the National Junior Honor Society in sixth grade. He currently has a 4.0 grade-point average in honors courses and one AP class, perfect attendance and citizenship honor roll. Christian also was among the first students to apply to be a part of the Student Empowerment Project (STEP). Through STEP, Christian took part in Saturday workshops where students learned about issues such as homelessness, the environment and people living with AIDS.
Esther Acosta is Honored for Doing The Right Thing
May 7, 2009 — hghsptsaPosted on Tue, May. 05, 2009
Do The Right Thing program honors eight students in Miami-Dade County
Special students from schools throughout Miami-Dade County were named the February winners of the Do The Right Thing Program (DTRT) sponsored by the Miami Police Department, British Airways, The Miami Herald and WTVJ-NBC 6. Winners were selected from hundreds of nominations submitted to the program for February. Deputy Chief of Police Frank Fernandez, along with DTRT Board member Lourdes Simon and Bert Gonzalez from Commissioner Marc Sarnoff’s office, presented the students with their prizes at a ceremony on March 26.
• Special Recognition for February in the middle or high school category went to ESTHER ACOSTA, 10th grade, Hialeah Gardens High:
Esther is a young lady who likes to roll up her shirt sleeves and help others. Her actions go back to her elementary years when she would assist her teachers in special education classes for an hour a day. Esther was a role model to students who suffered from autism and Down syndrome, reading stories, helping with their class work and playing games. A member of the Earth Club, Esther was involved in creating a butterfly garden dedicated to a girl from her school who died and loved butterflies. Throughout her school years, she’s won awards and honors including Principal’s Honor Roll, Citizenship Honor Roll and perfect attendance awards. In eighth grade, she served as vice president of the National Junior Honor Society, where she spearheaded a canned food drive, sang Christmas carols to the elderly at senior-citizen homes and stayed after school to help teachers grade and file papers. Since second grade, Esther has taken advanced and honors courses and plans to graduate in the top 5 percent of her high school class. Due to financial difficulties in her household, Esther goes every day after school to her mother’s job to help her clean offices. Her mother is working two jobs — 10 hours a day — so Esther is more than willing to ease the financial burden. In spite of many late nights, she manages to do her homework and maintain excellent grades. In the future, Esther plans to attend the University of Miami and pursue a career in Obstetrics.
Gilbert Soles’ Research Project Wins at Fairchild Challange 2009
May 4, 2009 — hghsptsa
HGHS is thankful of Gilbert Soles’ participation in the Fairchild Tropical Garden’s “Faichild Challenge 2009″, in the Research Projects Showcase (Solar Invention Category) held on Saturday, April 18, 2009. He designed and built a solar paneled grain grinding machine, which would be very useful in developing third world countries. No doubt that this young Gladiator’s innovative mind will impact the lives of many with his contributions for a more efficient and productive society. Gilbert Soles will receive an award on Saturday, May 9th, 2009 at Fairchild Tropical Gardens at 1:00 pm.
Peer Mediation Workshop – by Vanessa De La Cruz
April 30, 2009 — hghsptsa
On April 30th, 2009, some peer mediators from Hialeah Gardens High had a chance to go to Westland Hialeah High School to be trained to peer mediate. I got a chance to go to this workshop. Even though I had been a peer mediator the previous year this workshop refreshed my mind on what I learned. Also I learned some new techniques. Today in the workshop Ms. Tamika was the speaker and she talked with us about mediation, confidentiality, communication skills, resolutions, different type of conflicts, and finally the definition of conflict. We also participated in some activities such as writing what was our point of view on different conflicts teenagers face and writing some solutions for these conflicts. We also shared our point of view of the difference between court and mediation and we practiced paraphrasing. Finally, we got into a group of four, made up a conflict and two peer mediators practiced mediating the problem. The day was very fun and interesting. This made me realize that I do want to make a difference in our school and that’s why I want to become a Peer Mediator of Hialeah Gardens High School. Last but not least, a special thank you to Coach Binder/Trust Counselor, Mr. Napoles, and Ms. Nadel.
My blog address is http://www.vanessasfreshmanexperience.blogspot.com/
Honor Roll Gladiators – 3 quarter 2008-09
April 28, 2009 — hghsptsa
The PTSA is sponsoring a Pizza Party for the 10th grade Honor Roll on Thursday, April 30th @ 12:30 pm, and 9th grade Honor Roll on Friday, May 1st @ 1:30 pm. You’ve earned it by having excellent grades, attendance and exemplary conduct. Because of you, our school community shines bright ,and that is why we thank you for your hard work . Since we now know the awesome job you do in school, the PTSA challenges you to go a step further, help a friend get to the Honor Roll and make sure you tell us all about it. We want to know how you have helped others achieve greatness. Again thanks, and have a great pizza party.
Here are the stats, stay part of them, increase them and be rewarded. That’s what is all about!
Principal Honor Roll
9th grade …………4
10th grade………..4
Superior Honor Roll
9th grade………… 17
10th grade……….36
Regular Honor Roll
9th grade……….. 35
10th grade……… 45
141 WOW!
Also, on April 28th, Principal and Superior Honor Roll students received invitations for breakfast at Denny’s.
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Global Youth Service Day 2009 – by Vanessa De La Cruz
April 25, 2009 — hghsptsa
April 25th, 2009, was Global Youth Service Day. As a school we participated in Hands on Miami to help on this day. Global Youth Service Day is one of the biggest days where many people come out and serve their community. Hialeah Gardens High School got lucky to have one of the representatives of Hands on Miami, Alexandria Segovia [[my best friend]], at our school. So the day commenced with me waking up at 7:00 a.m. to be at school for 8 a.m. Then we headed to Amelia Earheart Park. From there we signed in and then we chose for our school to all help on the Mountain Bike trail. After we got separated into groups, and each group had a different job. Some people cleared the trails while others put mulch on the trails to make it better for the riders. In my group we had Felipe, who is in a wheel chair, Gilbert Soles, Maricelys Amaya, and me. We got to do a whole bike trail on our own. Although it was challenging helping Felipe maneuver up hills and around some corners but we got through it. I was inspired on how even though he was in a wheel chair, he still decided to come out and help with this hard and physical work. On the bike trail we moved all the obstacles that may affect the bike riders, like twigs hanging from a tree to bottles on the ground. It took us the full three hours to do the whole bike trail, but we finished it. Something that really surprised me was when we were picking up trash and a bike rider stopped and gave us thanks for what we were doing and this touched me. I didn’t think that somebody was going to stop from their time riding their bike to thank us. This was an awesome experience because I learned that team work is very effective on a job. Finally, I give thanks to Alexandria and Ms. Nadel for sponsoring the trip for our school and giving us an opportunity to make the world a better place.
Thank you for the opportunity and for the support of the PTSA with paying for the bus and snacks.
My blog address is http://www.vanessasfreshmanexperience.blogspot.com/
1st Open Mic Day a Success!
April 22, 2009 — hghsptsa
Dear Gladiators,
I want to thank those at the 9th grade campus for making our first Open Mic Day a success. Thank you for allowing the students to leave your classes to participate in this event as well as those classes that were invited to co
me and share in the experience. It is events like this that help our students blossom.
The English Honor Society did a great job sponsoring the event, which featured some guest performances by Andrew Gonzalez on guitar, Cindy Perera and Jackie Lopez on vocals. We also had several students recite poems they either wrote themselves or read from other authors.
I wish we could have an Open Mic Day at Goleman, but after speaking with Anabel Parra the only day available would be at the end of May, which is too late (considering final exams).
I look forward to having this event next year in our own Media Center and know that it will be an even bigger success.
Sincerely,
Catherine McDermott
English Honor Society Sponsor
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Hialeah Gardens High School PTSA welcomes our new community partner, State Farm Bank.
April 16, 2009 — hghsptsa
State Farm Bank’s Make It Possible Campaign will offer our school community educational workshops on several of life’s financial topics. These 45 minute workshops can be held throughout the year for parents and students or separately for students or teachers and staff. Topics include: Understanding Basic Banking 101, Explore advance banking opportunities 102. Interested local PTAs/PTSAs that would like more information about this program, please contact Make IT Possible Zone Coordinator/Public Affairs Specialist Jose Soto at 305-421-0213 or e-mail Jose Soto .
AOE Gladiators get office and work-site tour of major Miami-Dade County Construction Projects
April 6, 2009 — hghsptsa
March 31, 2009 -Hialeah Gardens High School Students visit the design office of C3TS in Coral Gables and MCM’s I-95 project to learn more about construction and safety in the job site. These students, who are part of the “Academy of Engineering (AOE),” got an opportunity to interact with engineers and other people involved in the project. To see pictures of their visit to the site, please click here
April 3rd, 2009 - Hialeah Gardens High School AOE students visit North Terminal Improvements at MIA. Students received an Introduction by MCM’s Geno Jarmillo, Project Executive and Project Briefing by Tania Herrerra. After a job site and office walk through with field personnel an open questions session was held. Students displayed much interest during their visit. To see pictures of this day, please click here
On both trips, students were well prepared with PPE (personal protection equipment) such as hard hats and vests. The students were told to wear closed shoes, preferably work boots. MCM, the main contractor provided the equipment.
The trips were made possible by the support of Javier Manso and Will Sueror from HDR, Inc. in Miami Lakes, and the efforts of Dr. Cynthia Wu whom are members of the AOE Advisory Board.
The Hialeah Gardens HS PTSA thanks the AOE Advisory Board as well as Eddie Martinez and Tania Herrera from MCM for allowing students to tour their project sites. Both also served as guides and at the end of the MIA FT, Tania Herrera spoke of a summer paid internships with MCM for which many students were eager to sign up for the civil, architectural or construction engineering internships opportunities.
Alexandria Segovia scores a win in student documentary competition
March 22, 2009 — hghsptsaPosted on Sun, Mar. 22, 2009
WINNING VIDEOS
South Florida student videographers are among the 75 winners of this year’s C-SPAN ”StudentCam” national documentary competition. The contest drew more than 1,000 entries from 41 states, the District of Columbia and Guam.
Second-place winners include Chad Klitzman and Dustin Slade of Cypress Bay High School, Weston, for Bailout or Failout and Robert Levinson and Adam Ziontz of Weston’s Falcon Cove Middle School for Health Care Viewpoints: A Message to President Elect Barack Obama. C-SPAN will air their films.
Taking third place were Carla Aronsohn, Catherine Skipp and Damian Hunt of MAST Academy, Miami, for One Nation Under God and Noah Gray of Miami Palmetto Senior High School for Left Behind. Honorable mentions went to David Starr and Richard Minichiello of Sawgrass Springs Middle, Coral Springs; Alexandria Segovia of Hialeah Gardens High; Sergio Montiel, Jessica Servantes and Mikaelle Cazeau of Ferguson Senior High, Miami; Sean Keegan, Daniel Saldariagga and Nicholas Wojechowsk of G-Star School of the Arts, Palm Springs, and Kamilah Acebal, Daniella de la Riva and Jessika Goodman of MAST.
— Miami Herald Staff
Update 4/27/2009
http://alexandriasegovia.wordpress.com/2009/04/27/studentcam-2009-the-miami-herald-page-1a/
Barnes & Noble Bookfair Fieldtrip
March 19, 2009 — hghsptsa
Hats off to Mrs. Concepcion for organizing a field trip to B&N ‘s popular Miracle Mile store. As a favorite boookstore for FIU and UM students, this trip is sure to energize young Gladiator minds own college ambitions.
Mrs. Concepcion explains that the goal of this trip is to promote literacy and foster students’ growth as a life-long reader. During the summer students will read two novels from a list and create a project that will be presented in English classes at the beginning of the school year. Additionally, Mrs. Concepcion made arrangements with the PTSA to provide hardship relief to students unable to pay the cost of the 
trip. If you are eligible for this trip, please make sure to turn in your fee as quickly as possible and be part of this rewarding experience.
All students that sign-up for the Field Trip will receive a B&N $10 Gift Card.
Trip dates: 9th grade Thursday, March 26 and 10th grade Friday, April 3rd.
Click to view → B&N Fieldtrip Flyer Summer Book Reading List
Congratulations Nahobi Perez & Scarlett Arenciba
March 11, 2009 — hghsptsa
Posted on Wed, Mar. 11, 2009
Special students from schools throughout Miami-Dade County were named the January winners of the Do The Right Thing Program (DTRT), sponsored by the Miami Police Department, British Airways, The Miami Herald and WTVJ-NBC 6. Winners were selected from hundreds of nominations submitted to the program for the month of January. Deputy Chief of Police Frank Fernandez, along with Assistant Chief Thomas Cannon, presented the students with their prizes at a special ceremony Feb. 19.• NAHOBI PEREZ, sophomore, Hialeah Gardens High School: Dating back to August 1997, Nahobi recalls awakening after four months from a medically induced coma to the worst nightmare imaginable. It started after her little sister’s first birthday party. Nahobi was just 5 years old, her brother was 4 and another baby was on the way. Nahobi’s mother noticed smoke coming up the stairs into her room. She ran to the room where Nahobi, her brother and aunt were sleeping, alerted them that the house was on fire and told them to jump from the bedroom window. As Nahobi’s mother ran to get their little sister, their aunt jumped from the window, where she was supposed to catch Nahobi and her brother, but upon landing, hit her head and became unconscious. Nahobi’s mother, despite suffering a broken ankle, was able to return and save Nahobi and her brother, but not before both suffered severe burns. Their stepfather and uncle did not survive the fire. Nahobi is credited with saving her brother’s life by keeping him with her until help arrived. Nahobi’s burns covered her everywhere except from the waist down. The doctors at the Shriner’s Hospital told her mother that there was little chance of survival for either child. But Nahobi and her brother beat the odds. Almost every year since the fire, Nahobi must undergo reconstructive surgery and skin grafts and has already had 60 procedures. In spite of all she has been through, Nahobi has been on the Honor Roll in academics and conduct since Kindergarten. She only misses school for doctor’s appointments or when she is hospitalized. Throughout high school, she has participated on the swim and basketball teams and she is currently in the Honors Program.
• SCARLETT ARENCIBIA, sophomore, Hialeah Gardens High School: Scarlett is a good student and a participant in extracurricular activities. As president of the Drama Club, her talent is evident. Recently, Scarlett coordinated and participated in a stellar performance in front of more than 1,000 spectators at West Hialeah Gardens Park for its annual October festivities. Ensuring that all of the performers showed up for practice, had the proper wardrobe and knew the lines that were actually written by Scarlett, were some of her responsibilities. Scholastically, Scarlett has made the Principal’s Honor Roll throughout her elementary years and has received numerous awards and honors including Math Wizard, Reader’s Express Award and Perfect Attendance. She has also been honored by the Miami-Dade County Fair and Exposition for her poetry.
Summer school dates @ H.G.H.S.
March 7, 2009 — hghsptsa
Miami Springs Adult & Community Education Center will offer classes for students in grades 9 -12 at the new Hialeah Gardens High School campus. Classes are limited and strictly on a first serve basis. The session begins Tuesday, June 16 through Wednesday, July 22, from 2:00 pm to 5:30 pm, Monday through Friday. No transportation provided! Registration begins on Monday, April 27. Must bring Credit Authorization Form and and applicable fees.
Congratulations Christopher Rodriguez
February 19, 2009 — hghsptsa
Posted on Wed, Feb. 19, 2009
Top students honored for outreach
Students from schools throughout Miami-Dade County were named the December winners of the Do The Right Thing Program, sponsored by the Miami Police Department, British Airways and The Miami Herald. Winners were selected from hundreds of nominations submitted to the program for December. City of Miami Assistant Chief Adam Burden, along with Assistant Chief Thomas Cannon and program board member Henry Patel, presented the students with their prizes at a special ceremony Jan. 15.
CHRISTOPHER RODRIGUEZ, ninth grade, Hialeah Gardens High School: Christopher has been doing the right thing for the past nine years by partaking in the Broward Walk for Down Syndrome. Christopher’s infant cousin died after being born with Down syndrome, and a close family friend also has the affliction. Christopher’s affection for children with needs can also be witnessed at home in how he takes care of his younger brother Austin, who is blind in the right eye and has partial hearing loss in the left ear. He helps Austin with everyday tasks. Christopher has a 4.1 GPA and is one of 72 students taking an AP World History College course and all other honors classes. He also plays baseball for the Optimist Club.
Students from schools throughout Miami-Dade County were named the December winners of the Do The Right Thing Program, sponsored by the Miami Police Department, British Airways and The Miami Herald. Winners were selected from hundreds of nominations submitted to the program for December. City of Miami Assistant Chief Adam Burden, along with Assistant Chief Thomas Cannon and program board member Henry Patel, presented the students with their prizes at a special ceremony Jan. 15.We proudly congratulate Dr. Louis for her achievement as a 2009 District Teacher of the Year Finalist
February 12, 2009 — hghsptsaPosted on Tue, Feb. 10, 2009
Nominee Nerry Louis makes her students feel at home
Bright yellow cardboard bees, a basket of potpourri, and the scent of vanilla and cinnamon are what welcome Nerry Louis’ students to their English class every day.Louis teaches language arts to ninth- and 10th-graders at Hialeah Gardens Senior High — which is currently under construction. 
But despite the fact their permanent school won’t be completed until August, she wants the temporary classroom at Hialeah Gardens Middle to feel like home.
”Whatever I can do to make the learning experience more meaningful for the children, I’m going to do it,” she said.
Louis was Hialeah Gardens’s 2008 teacher of the year and is the North Central Region’s nominee for the Francisco R. Walker 2010 Teacher of the Year.
”She’s willing to reach out and impact students in as many ways possible,” said Niurka Davis, who was on the school’s nominating committee for teacher of the year.
Born in the Bahamas, Louis moved to Miami at age 13. She holds master’s and doctorate degrees in education from Nova Southeastern University.
Louis, 27, realized she wanted to be a teacher as a junior in high school.
”I was given the opportunity to be a teacher for a day, and I found out that one of the most popular boys in my school didn’t know how to read,” Louis said. “I was surprised that this student was allowed to fall through the cracks.
“A lot of times we tend to forget about them, and kids in high school still need to be nurtured.”
”Her teaching style stands out,” Davis said. “She knows what students need.”
She has also published a book of poetry, Thoughts of a Restless Mind, which is available on Amazon.com.
”The inspiration is life and all that it entails,” she said. “Poems range from family and love to teaching and exercising.”
Louis said she is also inspired by her fellow teachers.
‘There are times when I walk into other teachers’ classrooms,” Louis said, “and I see how I can work with other strategies and step up my game.”
http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northwest/story/896530.html
Yannel Celestrin Wins HGHG 1st Trophy
January 30, 2009 — hghsptsa
Congratulations to Yannel Celestrin, a Future Business Leaders of America team member. Yannel won 3rd place in Word Processing 1 competition for demonstrating skills in typing and formatting letters, memos and reports. Yannel received her trophy at the District Award Competition and is eligible to compete in the State FBLA competition.
I’m sure will hear from this young lady again.
Congratulations Rick Bravo
January 22, 2009 — hghsptsa
Posted on Wed, Jan. 21, 2009
MIAMI-DADE
Do The Right Thing honors standout students
Special students from schools throughout Miami-Dade County were named the November winners of the Do The Right Thing Program (DTRT), sponsored by the Miami Police Department, British Airways and The Miami Herald. Winners were selected from hundreds of nominations submitted to the program for the month of November. City of Miami Police Chief John Timoney along with Deputy Chief Frank Fernandez, DTRT Vice President Juanita Walker Kirkland and Ronald McDonald, presented the students with their prizes at a special ceremony on Dec. 17. Additionally, Do The Right Thing was presented with a $5,000 check from Soraya Rivera-Moya, executive director of Ronald McDonald House Charities of South Florida.
• RICK BRAVO, 10th grade, Hialeah Gardens High School: Rick is an excellent student who has received Honor Roll for all of his scholar years and is currently taking all honors courses. He is president of the Science Honor Society and was one of 30 students selected to be in an Advanced Placement Psychology course. But what really defines Rick is his participation in the Civil Air Patrol (CAP). In 2007, Rick was invited by his Civil Air Patrol Colonel to make a speech honoring the World War I and II veterans on Veterans Day. In 2008, he was nominated for CAP Cadet of the Year and was promoted to Sergeant of the Squadron No. 286. When he participated in the CAP Special Activities Competition, Rick was awarded the top score earning the Top Board Award. He was also selected to participate in the Air Force Space Command Familiarization Course at NASA. Rick also recently became a member of the Color Guard and Drill Team where he will compete against other squadrons throughout the state. In addition to his CAP duties, Rick helps every year at his local parish during the carnival festivities collecting funds for those in need.
DANTE GARCIA, ninth grade, Hialeah Gardens High School: Dante learned at the young age of 12 one of life’s most valuable lessons; the value of giving and helping those in need. Dante vividly remembers encountering a homeless person who was malnourished, suffering from dehydration and in need of medical attention due to broken ribs. Noticing the man was in pain and had difficulty breathing, Dante, who had been saving money for the past two years totaling $162, gave it all to the homeless man for food and proper medical care. Dante has also had his share of sorrow with the death of his aunt and grandmother. His first thought was to console his mother, which was not an easy task because Dante was devastated as well. According to his mom, Dante was her pillar of strength during the worst time in her life. He is also an excellent student and is taking honors courses. He is on his high school baseball team and has received awards for baseball. Even though Dante is busy with school and sports he doesn’t neglect his community. Dante volunteers for Hands On Miami.
http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami-dade/west-kendall/v-print/story/861937.html
A Local Academy’s Ingenuity in Overcoming Challenges
January 20, 2009 — hghsptsa
The Hialeah Gardens High School Cisco Networking Academy is new this school year. Alex Garrido is a determined instructor who wanted to offer his students an opportunity to succeed after high school. He believed the way to do this was to start an academy at the new high school that was still under construction.
Join us at the annual Community Curriculum Fair
January 14, 2009 — hghsptsa
Come and plan your child’s success by participating in our annual multi-school Community Curriculum Fair. Learn valuble information on career choices and the offered academies at our Gardens High School. Meet with academy teachers and Miami-Dade/Devry College representatives. Students will perform for your entertainment and the H.G.H.S. PTSA and school staff will welcome and assist with information about our high school.
Event will take place on Wednesday, January 21st at West Hialeah Gardens Elementary, 19990 NW 92nd AVE, Hialeah Gardens. A Parent Portal Training will be held from 5:30pm – 6:30pm followed by the performances and presentations from 6:30pm - 8:30pm.
View invite: Curriculum Community Fair Flyer
The “Goddesses” Dance Team Performed @ The Heat Game!!
January 12, 2009 — hghsptsa
