December 2010 - Academy Publishing, Inc.
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December 2010 - Academy Publishing, Inc.
december 2010 Volume 9 Issue 1 For the Parents, Students, Staff, and Community of Meadowbrook Middle School Mission The mission of Meadowbrook Middle School is to provide a safe environment in which high academic performance is encouraged and nurtured with parental and community involvement enabling students to become highly competitive in today’s global arena. Administration Principal Mr. Johnny Nash Assistant Principals Mrs. Arnetta Heidelberg Mr. Thomas Soli Administrative Deans Mr. Thaddeus Jackson 6th Mr. Anthony Serianni 7th Mrs. La’Tanya Wilson 8th Instructional Leadership Principal’s Message Greetings Meadowbrook Middle School Family, I am Johnny Nash, the proud principal of Meadowbrook Middle School. As the new principal, it is my goal to maintain the high academic standards currently in place and prepare our students to compete on a global scale. I strongly believe in the quote “It takes a village to raise a child.” I will use this principle to maintain a positive environment for both students and staff and bridge the gap between the school and community. I also want to have ongoing collaborative discussions with my peers and community members regarding student achievement. I am also dedicated to high ideals for student development and committed to making a difference through service and modeling positive behavior. I have an obligation to do everything in my power to help students create and achieve their dreams; just as so many have done for me. Thank you for allowing us to serve your children!! Sincerely, Johnny Nash, Principal Literacy Coach Mrs. Marilyne C. Ross Mensaje de la Principal Math Coach Ms. Tonya Burns Saludos a nuestras familias de Meadowbrook Middle School, Mi nombre es Johnny Nash, y me siento muy orgulloso de ser el principal de Meadowbrook Middle School. Como administrador, mi meta es mantener un alto nivel académico y así poder preparar a nuestros estudiantes para que sean competentes a una escala global. Yo creo firmemente en la frase “ Se necesita una comunidad entera para educar a un niño/a.” Es através de esta frase que deseo mantener un ambiente positivo tanto para nuestros estudiantes, como tambien para todos los que laboramos en este plantel escolar. Tambien deseo mantener las vías de comunicación abiertas con mis colegas y miembros de la comunidad respecto al avance académico de nuestros estudiantes. Tengo expectativas altas para el desarrollo de nuestra escuela y estoy comprometido a hacer la diferencia através de mis servicios, modelando un comportamiento apropiado, y positivo. Así como otros lo hicieron por mí, tengo la responsabilidad de hacer todo lo que esté a mi alcance para audit a los estudiantes a alcanzar sus metas. Gracias por permitirnos educar a sus hijos. Copy Editor Mrs. Shelia Adams SAFE Coordinator Mr. Anthony Williams Resource Teacher/SES Mrs. Mary Hall Office Hours 9:30 am-3:50 pm Student School Hours Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 3:50 p.m. Wednesday: 8:30 a.m. - 2:50 p.m. Telephone: 407-296-5130 Sinceramente, Johnny Nash, Principal “Pursuing Excellence” MMS Guidance Ms. Auntradenia Young, 6th Grade Ext. 2237 Ms. Desiree Jordans, 7th Grade Ext. 2247 Ms. Robin Hundley, 8th Grade Ext. 2266 Title I Parent Involvement Plan The MMS Title I Parent Involvement Plan is available by request in the main office. Visitors & Non-School Personnel The School Board of Orange County requires all visitors, parents, and non-school personnel to report to the main office upon entering the campus to secure a visitor’s pass. Students are not allowed to bring friends to school as visitors. Emergency Information If there are any changes in your address, phone number, and/or emergency information, please contact your child’s grade level office. For your child’s safety, this information MUST be current. Mustangs Make Strides Against Breast Cancer On Saturday, October 23rd, 13 Mustangs faculty and staff represented their friends and loved ones who have battled cancer in the American Cancer Society’s annual “Making Strides for Breast Cancer” walk. The team, dubbed “Mustangs for Life,” raised over $80 for the charity in the three mile walk which took place at 7 am at Lake Eola in downtown Orlando. The participants were: Leah “The Accelerator” Williams, Jacinta “Jaguar” Tibbs, Andreaus ” ASAP” Williams, LaTanya “Wildfire” Wilson, Sonya “Supersonic” Rackard, Towanna “Lynx” Love, Naomi “Breakneck” Dorsett, Sara “Storm” Johnson, Kyra “Swift” Soriano-Ridgeway, Erika “Express ” Bynes, Taqueasia “ Hypersonic” Hall, LaTanya “The Swarm” Strickland (Eagles Nest Elementary), and Joseph “Dash” Dancy. This wasn’t the group’s first time to join the fight against cancer. Last year the Mustangs for Life team raised $100 to the Making Strides for Breast Cancer Walk. Medication If your child is taking medication that must be administered at school, you must personally bring it to the clinic. You will be provided with authorization forms and receive assistance in completing them. All medication must be in the original container and have a label affixed by the physician or pharmacy that shows the child’s name, dosage, and the schedule for administration. Parent Conferences Parent/Teacher conferences will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays. To schedule a conference, please contact the appropriate grade level office. “The Meadowbrook Messenger” December 2010 Published Three Times Per Year Meadowbrook Middle School 6000 North Lane Orlando, FL 32808 Issue # 1 • • • • • • • • • • Meadowbrook’s Uniform Expectations Guidelines for Students: Khaki, black, or white colors to the bottom. Black leggings or tights are not permitted as uniform. Red, white or black solid polo (w/collars) shirts. Red, white or black Meadowbrook t-shirts to the top. (T-shirts MUST have a Meadowbrook logo) I.D. Badges must be worn and displayed above the waist at all times. You must be in 85% compliance all year long to participate in extracurricular activities. (Such as field trips, sports, social functions, pep rallies, etc.) 2010-11 Brook’s Beliefs: Be prepared and on time Respect yourself, other people and property Open-mindedness to the differences of others Optimism about “Mustang Pride” Keep learning first Safety first, always walk Meadowbrook Middle School Dress Code Policy Contributes to the health & safety of individuals, promoting a positive educational environment, and the undisrupted educational activities and processes of the school. 1. Pants secured at waist w/belt 2. No holes/tears in clothing 3. No clothing advertising and/or displaying . . . • alcohol/drugs • obscene language • sexual wordings/graphics • gang paraphernalia • tattoos 4. No bare midriffs 5. Comfortable, loose fitting clothing 6. No hats/caps, sunglasses, scarves, bandanas, chains (neck, pockets, belt hoops, wallet), jewelry with sharp object - ie. shark’s tooth 7. Hemlines must be mid-thigh 8. Shoes MUST be worn. No thongs, cleats, backless shoes, Heeley-shoes wth wheels The Brook’s Non-Negotiables Respect YOURSELF • Do only those things that will support a successful and healthy future Respect ASSOCIATES • Treat associates with courtesy, justice, and truthfulness Respect PROPERTY • • • • • • • • • • • • • The Brook’s Consequences 1st Offense: 2nd Offense: 3rd Offense: 4th Offense: 5th Offense: Arrive to school/class on time No hats/hoods Visible ID’s Prepared with supplies & resources Planner Maintain 2.0 or better Level I-II Mandatory Tutoring Shirts tucked & belts worn Contraband will be confiscated No physical/verbal violence Do not deface/graffiti any school, personal, or associate’s property Wear school colors daily, except Fridays Athletic jerseys/short are unacceptable • • • • • • • Teacher Warning Parent Contact 2nd Teacher Warning Parent Contact 30-Min Teacher Detention (AM or PM—Teacher Choice) 60-Min Administrative Detention OSS (no more than one suspension to participate in extra-curricular activities) The Brook’s Rules Dress Code: All shirts should be tucked in, pants secured at the WAIST with a belt. Hallway Traffic: Walk on the right side of the hallway. Tardies: A physician’s note is the only excuse for being late. Late arrivals must stop by the Attendance Office (Main Office-Room #118) to receive a Admittance Pass to class. Late arrivals will not be admitted into class without the Admittance Pass from the Attendance Office. No gum, eating or drinking in class or hallways. Follow classroom rules/procedures at all times. Passes: Students must have a planner/pass to be in the halls at all times. ID’s: ID’s must be worn and visible (lanyard) above the waist at all times. • What’s Happening at Your Library New Extended Hours - We are happy to announce extended hours for the Media Center! Tuesdays & Thursdays the library is open until 6:00p.m. Students are encouraged to comein and do research for school projects, write papers, complete homework assignments, or read quietly. • Book Fair This December - Our Scholastic Book Fair is scheduled for Wednesday, December 1st through Tuesday, December 7th. We invite you to our school to share in this celebration of books and reading. Not only does the Book Fair help raise funds to purchase essential classroom and library resources, it encourages reading among our students. In addition, our Fair will have bestsellers that adults will find interesting and useful. • Parent’s Corner Coming Soon – Parents very soon your child’s school library will have books and resources available for you to checkout. These resources will include books on parenting and other tools that will help you improve your child’s literacy skills. Please contact me if you would like more information about our library programs and events. I look forward to seeing you at the Book Fair! CJ Ivory Library Media Specialist 2010-2011 Meadowbrook Clubs and Organizations Club/Organization Novelettes Science Club Math Club National Jr. Honor Society Step Team Dance Club Student Government Boys to Men Drama Club Poetry/Literature Club Beta Club Debate/Mock Trial Club Chess Club FCA Zuri Sponsor Ms. Mizzell-Bullock Mr. Carrion/Mr. Olson-Moore Ms. Davis Ms. Tibbs Ms. Green and Ms. Stephens Ms. Hall and Ms. Stephens Mr. Loyko Dean Jackson Mrs. Love Mr. Swakcerd Ms. Buggs, Ms. Robertson-Shepherd Ms. Coleman, Ms. Adams Ms. Griffith and Ms. Stillwell Mrs. Adams, Mrs. Love, Mr. Jacobs, Mr. Chamberlain Ms. Bynes Brain POP Available At Home Meadowbrook students and teachers now have unlimited access to BrainPOP from school and home. If you haven’t seen BrainPOP, please do. It is a fun website, and will enhance student understanding in all subject areas. http://www.brainpop.com/ Username: ocpsfl Password: meadowbrook Mustang Chorus Sings for the Community Members of the Meadowbrook Chorus perform at Fresh Anointing Family Worship Center October Festival on October 30th. The group has also displayed its talents this year at Open House on September 28th. 6th Grade Principal’s List (1st Nine Weeks) Gaines, Treasure Izquierdo, Amira M Jones, Amber Marten, Jaheisha A Neff, Corey Nicholas, Neillia M Pierre Louis, Chelsea M Semler, Summer J Sykes Cole, Asia C Warren, Denesia J Williams, Aja Stanio, Hope Ayala, Leslie Torres, Abdiel 6th Grade Honor Roll (1st Nine Weeks) Ally, Sasha Ashley, Deshiell L Baker, Destiny Baptiste, Eddy J Barclay, Alexia Bass, Jonathan D Berry, Andrea Binder, Kimani G Blyden, Jason B JR Boyd, Jaleel Brown, Dante Brown, Lechelle S Bryant, Malik D Burgos, Jordan B Burke, Christopher O Jr Bush, Alexis Butler, Destiny Campbell, Harold A Cardona, Cyan Chiles, Timothy V Chisholm, Leon J Cordova, Ceasar E Cunningham, Jaekeria Daniels, Demetrius Davis, Jacari L Davis, Jada D Dawson, Gregory N Deamus, Atrenique T Dees, Timya A Delorme, Francette Diggs, Jasmine F Douglas, Ariella C Duncan, Jermaine Edwards, Jahmeer Ellis Welch, Zariyah N Follins, Erica M Ford, Timothy Francis, Tytiana D Fulmore, Janae Gervil, Kesta Gibbons, Tianne Gordon, Paige L Grant, Mario L JR Green, Bruce E Green, Devante L Green, Joslyn A Harris, Breaunna M Harris, Decory D Hill, Asiaanna A James, Anoinette M James, Tyra A Jay, Tyler S Johnson, Omari Jones, Harmonee C Jones, Julius J JR Jordan, Zaniya Joseph, Tenesha T Kaiser, Corey J Kemp, Dykare D Labattaglia, Eryc J Lampkin, Tanayia L Landocque, Kenisha Law, Tiyona N Leslie, Megan R Lockett, Jamie B Lyle, Brandon L Massey, Robert L Maxime, Sarah B May, Jabari S Melton, Dajsha V Middleton, Breanna A Mighty, Jamar Miller, Dasia R Mitchell, James A II Mohamed, Anisa Mojica, Laylani N Moorer, Kentral D Muhammad, Jamilah Muskin, Tynisha A Naurang, Vinod Nicholas, Patrick S JR Norvelus, Nadine Only, Timothy D Owens, Ariana Parker, Marquees D Penson, Brandon L Pereira, Derrick A Reed, Quinlan I Reed, Tearrice M Reese, Elgen D JR Rivas, Tajha L Robinson, Frederick D Rodriguez, Christian H Rosa, Malik Ruffin, Jelaycia Russell, Jamal Rutledge, Latravia A Sagar, Isabel F Sanchez, Carolann P Sanders, Tyrese D Scott, Cordell Sheppard, Stefan Smith, Cleveland Smith, Iyanna Smith, Ja’Von C Smith, Jordan M Smith, Meckeshia Smith Blanchard, Julia L Soudatt, Isaac St. Jean, Nathan Sullen, Shanice S Swain, Nathaniel Swain, Yahkirioth Sylsaint, Kayla A Taylor , Jazzi Q Thomas, Briana Thomas, Norrel Thomas, Raquel Urena, Alexis Walwyn, Jada E Williams, Cameron Williams, Erik T Williams, Jamehl Williams, Jervaughen J Williams, Majel Williams, Sherita P Williams, Tyrese Wright, Aymion R Wright, Imani Yarbough, Jacqueline S Zaman, Riaz Augustin, Tabetha Belizaire, Stanley N Charles, Anne T Damier, Farah Danger, Junerva Daseme, Ralph Dejean, Herlande R Deme, Sylvia Dorson, Tchaney Edouard, Nahamie Josselin, Whitney Ladouceur, Marckenson Marc, Kate Martial, Kernide Merilien, Wales Myrtil, Ginette Prudent, Marcserne Roseme, Bruana Saint Armand, Madoche Saintamour, Edgar Sainte, Sandy B Sergil, Aly Simon, Nannette W Stanio, Faith P Alvarez Velasco, Evelmar Ayala, Amneris Burgos, Thalia M Cisneros, Mary L Cortes, Arturo M Spanish Cruz, Jennifer Delgado-Torres, Shakira Diaz-Rodriguez, Lionel Garcia Lopez, Lizet Jimeno, Jorge U Laboy, Hugo L Lopez, Sherley A Perez, Jomar J Salinas, Yazmin Santiago, Luis J Trejo, Gloria M Zapatel, Sebastian A Dang, Tony T Nguyen, Taylor 7th Grade Principal’s List (1st Nine Weeks) Ashley Samson 7th Grade Honor Roll (1st Nine Weeks) Edouard, Milcah Joachim, Anneleila Adams, Adolphus JR Bach, Aalyah M Bach, Alexis D Becker, Robert N IV Bell, Jedonn A Bradsbery, Amelia S Brown, Jessica M Casimir, Geraldo JR Castro, Sha-Asia Clark, Cartavia L Cohen, Keyana L Cotton, Orhianna Cross, Jon’Terria S Dickson, Gerrame F Drummond, Shakir K Dugason, Nastassja P Ellington, Jasmine M Fitzgerald, Samaria J Forbes, Marva S II Francois, Alika Glover, Ombre’ Goodman, Brianna Graham, Anika Granger, Devante R Henry, Dejongh J Desiree Jordan Izquierdo, Mahasin I Jackson, Acaia Jones, Demitri C Jones, Mary E Jones, Michael D Keaton, Gloria F English Lachmanaya, Samanta Lackram, Anthony R Llanos, Luz F English Mason, Tariq E Mcfarlane, Naomi N Morrow, Niqqi K Myles, Jordan A Narinesingh, Alana Norman, Shaikwan B Ortiz, Juan D Patterson, Santrice Render, Kianna Robinson, Teirrah N Rodriguez, Samuel A JR Rogers, Artaries Russell, Jeremy Sagar, Brandon P Sanders, Tyre A Sierra, Christopher J Smiley, Tressie Stephens, Zaryia F Meadowbrook Middle School Stinson, Tityana J Sykes Cole, Elisha M Thermil, Rodchil L Thom, Sadane Thomas, Precious Thompson, Harvey B Tobie, Kelvina S Upson, Ashley C Vaval, Veronica P Washington, Reantae M Westfall, Christopher J Williams, Kejuan M Williams, Nekiesha Williams, Tynasia R Wilson, Robbi A Yaw, Stafon Belizaire, Noldy Cinous, Rachelle Delivrance, Brulancia Etienne, Johnson Georges, Manoucha D Jean, Mary Jean Charles, Dony Joseph, Alex D Mentor, Berline Mistilien, Minaphtalie Calderon, Maggi Espinal, Liz Munoz, Jose O Ortega, Daniel Rivera, Nathen Rodriguez, Yesselyn L Velez, Julia Wills, Yerouk Munson, Thairek J Luong, Tai K Nguyen, Anh Ngoc P Pham, Thuong Tran, Hannah N 8th Grade Principal’s List (1st Nine Weeks) Shayla Rhodes 8th Grade Honor Roll Report (1st Nine Weeks) Harewood, Kimberly Marcelin, Dora G Anderson, Aylesha Bean, Ranecia Boothe, Athena K Bradley, Khalil T Brown, Khadeja Browne, Calixtus C Caesar, Kwesi K Chaiboub, Hassan R Clarke, Joshua C Clyne, Briana Cortes, Justin L Crooke, Anthony Davis, Dzaira Davis, Jalilah D Dugason, Natalia E Dugason, Nicolette G Dunn, Deidre Ann Edinboro, Chelsea A Etienne, Lanoya N Hall, Montre D Harris, Anthony P Hightower, Darishia M Hodge, Shiniqua A Hudson, Lakia A F English Jackson, Kasimar O James, Taylor M James, Tymesha S Johnson, Abbriana N Joseph, Dalton King, Sabrina Linzy, Dashiki Lowers, Chyna N Makia, Ivrine E Mcgill, Alan K Muhammad, Karim Newsome, Shalah L Newton, Emmanuel T Ogarro, Shareese E Pate, Brianne L Patterson, Kristoff O Pickens, Demetrius M Polen, Jayla I Ramjas, Suresh D Rendel, Rosalia Rogers, Artiesha M English Rollins, Falon Roundtree, Ashley N Sanabria, Andre Santiago, Awilda M Sherman, Julius D III Surjan, Sharian S Taylor, Tyrin T Thomas, Jalen A Tibot, Lean L Vandenburg, Kelson A Wallace, Elijah K Washington, Wanya D Wilson, Betti J Dely, Olguens Figaro, Tahisha L Maignan, Schamma Theodule, Rosemitha Aguilar Alvarez, Elizabeth Jimeno, Emeli T Leyva, Roberto E Muniz, Alberto J Plaza-Rodriguez, Hiram Thorton, Tessannia Toledo Delgado, Larisa Velez, Emanuel Tran, Lisa What is Elevate Orlando? Students Selected for Character/Leadership Program Fifty select Meadowbrook students began attending the Elevate Orlando Class starting on September 30th. The students will be in this class for the entire school year. The 8th grade class meets every Thursday during 2nd period and the 7th grade class meets every Thursday during 3rd period after the morning announcements. Elevate Orlando is an organization that was founded in Denver, Colorado. Elevate Orlando establishes long-term, supportive relationships between students and dedicated staff who teach classes in our public schools on: • • • • character the value of education life skills training & leadership development In addition, Elevate Orlando also offers after school mentoring and conducts post secondary training and admissions preparation for college. The students who have been selected will also continue in this program at Evans High School. The program boasts: 90% high school graduation rate for participating students, 95% of these graduates continue on to college or the military, significant increases in attendance & test scores, thousands of students participating in the Colorado program have graduated from college, and continue to graduate at a rate of almost 100 per year and 100% of the seniors who participated in this program at Evans High last year are currently in college. If you would like to learn more about Elevate Orlando feel free to visit their website at www.elevateorlando.org The students are: 8th Grade: Adams, Keanna Clairvil, Geraldda Vandenburg, Kelson Caesar, Kwesi Hepburn, Jaire Carter, Yasmine Bean, Ranecia Escabado, Roberto Harris, Anthony Jean, Pouchy Johnson, Yarmayne Chaiboub, Hassan Lemus, Nataly Evans, Leland Patterson, Kristoff Jones, Tremaine Rodriquez, Elizabeth Ruiz, Damien Maignan, Schamma Smith, Chanel Thomas, Jalen Thomas, Marc Trejo, Natalie Velez, Ana Woods, Stephen 7th Grade Orr, Jasmine Wilson, Jasmine Wilson, Gevonnie Simons, Jerzaria Goodman, Brianna Ross, Kostul Joseph, Wislyne Stewart, Bryana Rodriguez, Jahira Ortiz, Nashaly Espinal, Natalie Colon, Josue Hollis, James Belizaire, Noldy Samuel, Jarred Samuel, Jaylon Evans, Eric Munson, Thairek Sessions, Lojuan Dubose, Charles Sierra, Christopher Gracien, Kasey Tran, Tommy Washington,Reantae Mcfarlane, Naomi Teach-In 2010 Teach-In 2010 was held on Wednesday, November 17th in Orange County Public Schools. Each November, in celebration of American Education Week, the Foundation for Orange County Public Schools brings business and civic leaders into the classrooms – in a fun and engaging way -- to talk with students about academics, careers and the future. Teach-In is made possible by the generous support of Bank of America and the Orlando Sentinel newspaper, who provide financial and in-kind support for the program. According to the FOCPS, since the Teach-In establishment in 1991, it has brought thousands of volunteer speakers into classrooms each year. This personal interaction has proven to be an invaluable learning opportunity for students and, for business people, a way to help prepare and nurture the future workforce. In the past Meadowbrook students have enjoyed hearing from representatives from Bank of America, State of Florida, Junior Achievement, The City of Orlando, CPI Graphics, The African American Chamber of Commerce, FAMU Law School, AXA Financial Services, 102 Jamz, WCPX Channel 6, Walt Disney World, Sea World, and Universal Studios along with many community leaders, local entrepreneurs’ and dedicated parents who have participated in the event. 2010-11 SAFE Ambassadors Twenty-five students have been selected as the 2010-11 SAFE Ambassadors. According to OCPS, SAFE Ambassadors are “groups of approximately 30-40 who are trained at both elementary and secondary schools in serving as change agents for their campuses, promoting a safe and drug-free school campus.” Training components include effective communication, conflict resolution, understanding bystander behavior and bullying and harassment prevention strategies. The students are: Nastassja Dugason Natalia Dugason Nicolette Dugason Acacia Jackson Maggi Calderon Alana Narinesingh Alana St.Clair Minaphtalie Mistilien Jazmine Wilson Briana Heron Alexis Bach Aalyah Bach Alika Francois Robbi Wilson Mary Jean Sha-Asia Castro Marc Makinson Samuel Rodriguez Renaldo Durand Kasey Gracien Danielle Roberts Lorenzo White Ashly Pacheco Tashawn Manning Samanta Lachmanaya Non-Profit Organization US Postage Paid Permit # 885 Orlando, FL Orange County Public Schools Meadowbrook Middle School P.O. Box 271 Orlando, FL 32802-0271 To Addressee or Current Resident MUSTANG SPORTS 2010-11 Mustangs Soccer Results Boys’ Results Score Girls’ Results Name of Opponent Ours Theirs Name of Opponent Ours Theirs 1 Lee 8 0 1 Lee 0 3 2 Lockhart 4 0 2 Lockhart 3 1 3 C.F.L.A 8 0 3 C.F.L.A 4 0 4 Maitland 3 0 4 Maitland 0 8 5 Glenridge 4 1 5 Glenridge 0 7 6 Howard 3 0 6 Howard 0 1 Wins :6_ Losses :0_ Ties:0_ Playoffs:1 Win Boys’ Coach: C. Brown Girls’ Coach: K. Riley Congratulations for an Outstanding Season! Score Wins:2_ Losses:4_ Ties:0 Volleyball Schedule Date Opponent Location Time Wednesday, December 1st Glenridge AWAY 5:00 Tuesday, December 7th Howard HOME 5:00 Thursday, December 9th Playoff Rd1 TBA TBA Tuesday, December 14th Playoff Rd2 TBA TBA Thursday , December 16th Quarter-Finals TBA TBA Thursday , January 6th Semi-Final TBA TBA Tuesday, January 11th Championship TBA TBA Boys play first in all matches. Boys’ Coach: Mr. C. Brown Girls’ Coach: Ms. L. Love Athletic Coordinator: Idonica Brown ext: 2316