Once a year, our nation honors its veterans. Every day, veterans honor us all with the fruits of their service. At Boone High School, we have several of our Braves who are staff members and who are also veterans from various military branches:
Ricardo Belchior, U.S. Coast Guard (JROTC)
James Elswick, U.S. Army (CTE)
Maurice Gibson, U.S. Marine Corps (Mathematics)
Robert Strange, U.S. Navy (JROTC)
Darrick Wade, U.S. Navy (JROTC)
Carrie Weatherbee, U.S. Navy (Paraprofessional)
Each of these staff members has worn the uniform, but they have effectively served our country not once, but twice. First, during their years of military service and then again through their service within the educational system. They are all top professionals and true assets here at BHS and to America. If you happen to be in contact with any of our veterans this Wednesday or at any point this week, kindly take a moment to thank them for their service. They have dedicated their lives to serving our great nation, and any appreciation coming from a student, a family member, or a colleague would mean a great deal.
As we now move within two weeks of the Thanksgiving break, I again ask all of our Braves to concentrate on their goals and to make each of these next 10 instructional days count. Our overall student attendance percentage finished in a very positive range in October, and we want to keep that momentum going right up to the break.
As always, thank you for reading and best wishes for a successful week ahead!
Forever Brave,
Hector Maestre, Ed.D.
Principal
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I served in the US Navy for 25 Years as a Navy Pilot. I had the opportunity to serve on 9 Aircraft Carriers, 2 Cruisers and 2 Destroyers. My favorite part of my career was flying all over the world and visiting historic places. |
I served in the Navy from 1990-2010. I retired as an Air Traffic Controller First Class Petty Officer. (AC1 AW/SW). I went to boot camp right here in Orlando (technically Winter Park) which is now the houses and restaurants of Baldwin Park. My duty stations include….NAS Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, NAS Norfolk, VA, USS Bataan (LHD-5), NAS Patuxent River, MD, NSA Souda Bay Crete, Greece, USS Kittyhawk (CV-63) forward deployed in Japan, and finally NAS Jacksonville, FL. I was working the radar scope at Patuxent River, MD when the 9/11 attacks occurred. I had a part in ensuring all of our aircraft were landed safely and quickly. |
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Join us on Tuesday, November 10, for our regularly scheduled SAC meeting. The meeting will take place in the Media Center and will begin at 5:30 pm. Everyone is welcome to attend! |
If you are interested in learning more about the Magnet Program opportunities here at Boone, please consider attending our Magnet Open House on Thursday, November 12, beginning at 6:00 pm. We will be showcasing our Criminal Justice, Finance, and Law programs.
There will be a brief presentation in the Performing Arts Center, followed by breakout sessions in the classrooms.
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Show your school spirit with the sweetest deal in town! Kelly’s Homemade Ice Cream has teamed up with Boone to offer custom Boone High School Ice Cream Helmets!
For just $3, you can grab a souvenir mini batting helmet, available in classic orange and white, featuring our iconic Braves logos and filled with your favorite ice cream treat. Best of all, every single purchase gives back: proceeds are donated directly to the Boone High School Foundation to support programs, students, and teachers across our campus.
Head over after school, practice, or dinner to grab yours before they sell out. Treat yourself, represent the Braves, and support our school community one scoop at a time!
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To celebrate the arrival of Fergus, our staffulty is passing around Fergus Jr. to the person of their choice on campus. That person will proudly display Fergus Jr. in their classroom or office for a week before presenting him to someone new. Stay tuned to Totem Talk to see where Fergus Jr. goes next. |
This week, our favorite stuffed cow will be spending time with Mr. Holloway and his students! Mr. Holloway is an outstanding Exceptional Student Education (ESE) teacher here who goes above and beyond to make a difference in the lives of his students every day. His dedication, compassion, and commitment to helping his students succeed make him such a special part of our Boone family. I couldn’t think of a better classroom for Fergus to visit! We can’t wait to see all the fun and adventures Fergus has with Mr. Holloway and his class this week! |
Financial Aid: Two Applications for Seniors
Financial aid can help make college more affordable through grants, scholarships, work-study and loans. Completing the right applications helps students learn which options may be available to them.
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is used to determine eligibility for federal aid that students can use in any state. The Florida Financial Aid Application (FFAA) is a separate state application. Students must submit it to be considered for Florida Bright Futures, a scholarship program for eligible Florida high school graduates.
Seniors: Requesting Recommendation Letters
If a college requires a letter of recommendation, check the Common App or Xello to see what you need. Before asking a teacher or school counselor to write your letter, complete the appropriate brag sheet:
Give your recommender at least three weeks’ notice and clearly share each college’s submission deadline. This gives them time to write a thoughtful letter on your behalf.
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Are you getting ready to tackle the SAT or ACT this semester? We are excited to offer free, weekly after-school tutoring to help Braves score their best on these important college entrance exams!
Whether you want to bump up your math score, master the reading strategies, or simply figure out where to start, our targeted prep sessions are designed to help you build confidence and improve your scores.
No advance registration is required, just drop in with your school laptop or notebook! Have questions or need help registering for an upcoming test date? Drop by the College and Career Center during school hours or reach out to Ms. Gurley at nicole.gurley@ocps.net.
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Our second Parent/Teacher Conference date of the school year will occur on Wednesday, December 2. Brave Connections will begin at 1:20 pm in the cafeteria.
During this time, your student's teachers will be available to discuss academic progress, offer recommendations for support, and provide opportunities for families to ask questions about their student's coursework. Brave Connections will only occur once a quarter, and there is no RSVP. To attend, please arrive at Boone by 1:00 pm and check in at the front office.
We can't wait to see you there!
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A HUGE congratulations to Boone’s Corinne Searl for an incredible performance at Wednesday’s Regional Golf Tournament! Corinne shot an outstanding 69 (-3), earning an automatic qualifying spot in the FHSAA Class 3A State Championship! She’ll be teeing it up at Mission Inn on November 13–14, competing against the best in the state!
We are so proud of you, Corinne! Good luck at STATES!
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Our Boys and Girls Cross Country teams competed in the District Championships today at Osceola High School, and they brought their A-game!
GIRLS – DISTRICT CHAMPIONS!
BOYS – 3RD PLACE OVERALL!
BOTH teams have punched their tickets to the Regional Championships in Boca Raton this Thursday!
Congratulations to all our runners and coaches on an incredible performance! We are so proud of you! Keep running strong, Braves!
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This weekend, our Sound of the Braves Marching Band, led by Mr. Josh Jackson, stole the show at MPA with their performance. Our band students did an amazing job and earned an overall superior rating! Color guard and percussion also earned a superior rating! The grace and class displayed by our students and staff at MPA truly demonstrated their commitment to excellence. We were impressed by their performance and proud of their hard work! |
Get ready: High school soccer is officially back!
Both our boys' and girls' teams are gearing up for the regular season. There is plenty of excitement around both rosters this season. Check out the schedules below. We would love to have you come out to support your Braves this season!
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Our winter athletics season is now beginning. Take a moment to check out the schedules below and make a plan to come out and support your Braves! Game tickets can be purchased at gofan.co. You should consider purchasing an "All Sports Pass" to give you access to all regular season home games the entire school year. |
Join our PTSO and Boone Outfitters to make the holidays a little brighter for students in our Boone family. There are several ways you can help!
🎁 Donate a Gift: Purchase a new gift valued at $25–$30. Gift ideas include Bluetooth speakers, cozy blankets, makeup kits, sports balls, wallets, tech gadgets, gift cards, and more!
💙 Make a Monetary Donation: Every dollar helps us bring holiday cheer to our Braves!
🛍️ Shop Our Amazon Gift List: Make giving easy! Purchase items from our wish list and have them shipped directly to Boone High School.
🎄 Donate Small Stocking Stuffers: Earbuds, chargers, lip gloss, candy, games, nail polish, and other teen-friendly goodies are welcome!
📍 Donation Deadline: Tuesday, December 1st!
Please drop off all in-person gift donations at the Boone High School front desk by December 1st. Cash and checks are also accepted at the front desk.
❤️ Every gift, big or small, helps make the holidays special for a Boone Brave!
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You don't want to miss an exciting event to support Boone! The Boone Foundation is hosting Casino Night on Thursday, December 3, at the Ventura Country Club. Grab your friends and come out to this great event benefiting our school! |
If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us.
Administration
- Principal: Dr. Hector Maestre - 60998@ocps.net
- Assistant Principal: Mr. Daniel Abalo - 34823@ocps.net
- Assistant Principal: Ms. Denine Brown - 54177@ocps.net
- Assistant Principal: Dr. Timothy Flynn - 100795@ocps.net
- Assistant Principal: Ms. Kristen Gillespie - 105208@ocps.net
General Contact
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