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Dr. Rachel Shelley
Nothing is more thrilling than the beginning of a new school year—every campus is made more beautiful and exciting by its students, and Booker High is no exception. I love to see our Booker Babies back, a bit taller perhaps, maybe with updated hairstyles, or fresh new shoes, but all ready to participate in the vital and enthusiastic learning environment we’ve created at Booker High School. This year, we have so much more to offer as we continue to embolden our students to soar to new heights, and I’m excited to share our initiatives. First, we have partnered with The Community Foundation of Sarasota and Take Stock in Children to roll out our Booker Promise, a research-based financial support system for students who qualify. The Booker Promise, which is available to incoming ninth-graders who are eligible at graduation, will fund their college educations and is a bold new step in the mission of ensuring that 100 percent of our students graduate college or career ready. The mission has been accomplished—our students are defying statistics and succeeding beyond expectations. But for too many of our students, this educational dream ends here; the costs of college are enormous, and too many of our students simply do not have the economic means to commit to a college education. The Booker Promise will remove these financial barriers to access
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BHS VPA Auditions OPEN
Great news! VPA Auditions are now available ONLINE! Accepting applications through May 23 for the 2020-21 school year. Spread the word and apply today to Booker VPA: This is where you want to be! bookervpa.com/apply
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Remote Learning Teacher Schedules
Not sure when you're teacher's office hours are? Do you need to get in touch with them? This document is for you!
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Yearbooks on Sale!
Yearbooks are on sale for $65 until we run out. There are only 45 yearbooks left!
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A Barancik Foundation Grant Puts an Exceptional Education Within Reach for High Potential Young Leaders
The $500,000 grant provides scholarship dollars and programs to support low-income student access and success at New College of Florida.
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Band of the Week 2019 – Booker High Whirlwind Brigade
It takes enormous dedication to be in a marching band. And if you don't believe me, believe Whirlwind Brigade drum major Zionna Williams.
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Booker Swag - Sophomore Fundraiser
We are hosting a shirt fundraiser to help with school spirit and the need for non grade and sport specific Booker apparel.
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SPIN Night
Come see what all the buzz is about! Learn about Booker High School’s exciting Magnet Programs: the renowned Visual and Performing Arts program, the globally recognized college prep Cambridge University AICE program, and the unique Law Academy. Meet BHS Principal Dr. Rachel Shelley, Florida’s 2017 Principal of the Year, as well as the inspiring teaching faculty. Take a tour of the beautiful new campus and see for yourself why Booker High School is considered Sarasota’s best-kept secret!
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Webinar: Connecting SCS Families Through the Arts – June 2
You’re invited to Unite, Share, Care & Collaborate
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May 22 – A Brief Update from Sarasota County Schools
May 22, 2020 - Please note the following information from Sarasota County Schools.
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District Announces New Principal for Taylor Ranch Elementary and Brookside Middle
SARASOTA COUNTY, May 15, 2020 – Sarasota County Schools is pleased to announce that Ryan Chase has been selected as the new Principal for Brookside Middle School in Sarasota, and Tara Spielman has been selected as the new Principal for Taylor Ranch Elementary School in Venice.
