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Henry B. Plant High School
Strength Through Unity ... Since 1927

Boys Soccer Advances to Regional Semis
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John Fernandez (19) and Josh Munch celebrate Danny Johnson's game winning goal.  (St. Pete Times Photo)

Danny Johnson unleashed a right-footed shot along the right post past the keeper, giving Plant a 2-1 two-overtime session win over Countryside on Thursday night.  Next up for the Panthers is Palm Harbor University Tuesday night in Palm Harbor.  The guys can use everyone's support.  Come down and watch the game.

National Signing Day -- BIG for Plant High

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(Left) Plant girls soccer team captains, Amy Werdine (Appalachian State), Ellen Moore (Furman) and Lauryn Bodden (Southern Methodist) sign their letters of intent Wednesday.  (Right) Coach Weiner with WR Allen Sampson (Hawaii), RB T.J. Glover (South Alabama), CB Javonte "Lockdown" Martin (Georgia Southern), OL Andre Mondor (Liberty), LB Mike Mirabella (Holy Cross) and S Eric Dungy (Oregon) signing their letters as well.     (Photos Courtesy of St. Pete Times)



Ricks Cafe Tickets on Sale NOW


Rick's Cafe is a performance event themed after the bar/cafe in Casablanca.  Rick's cafe features auditioned acts from broadway shows - current and older shows.  This year you will find numbers from your favorite musicals including Chicago, A Chorus Line, South Pacific, Guys and Dolls, Hair, Legally Blonde, Oklahoma, Into the Woods, and many others.  All acts are developed, harmonized and choreographed by the students.  Tickets are on sale now for this year's performances:  February 11th, 12th, and 13th.  See a sampling from last year's performances below:





HOME OF THE PANTHERS
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Proud of Sending 97% of our Students on to Higher Education


H. B. Plant is a Blue Ribbon School in the heart of Palma Ceia in South Tampa,Florida.

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Plant was recently named one of Newsweek Magazine's Top 100 High Schools in the United States for the fifth time in a row.
We have also been awarded an A from the Florida Department of Education seven times in the last nine years.
Enjoy your visit.

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Spring Conference Night
The PHS Spring Conference Night will be February 25th from 3 to 5 and again from 6 to 9. All parents are invited to come out and meet with their students teachers.
2010 - 2011 Curriculum Guide
Click below for a copy of next year's curriculum guide to assist with student scheduling.
Curriculum Guide
National Testing Day
National Testing Day is coming March 20th 2010. Click on the brochure below for more details.
National Testing Day Brochure
Florida Writes is Tuesday February 9th
Freshmen and sophomores will take the Florida Writes on Tuesday, February 9th. Testing begins at 7:33. Be on time. Attendance homeroom will begin at 8:56; students not being tested who arrive before homeroom will be directed to a central location for study hall.
Academic Foundation Meeting
The next meeting of Plant's Academic Foundation will be Tuesday, February 9th at 8am at the school. All parents are encouraged to attend this meeting and support this wonderful organization that does so much for our students and teachers.
FREE SAT Prep Classes
Plant will offer free Saturday SAT prep classes from February 13th to March 6th. The classes are from 9 am to 1 pm. Students must pre-register to attend these classes. Registration forms are available in the Guidance Office or at the "Guidance to Go" table during lunch. These classes are ideal to prepare for the March 13th SAT.
Panther Art Juried at State Fair
Three of Plant's most talented artists will have their artwork displayed at the Florida State Fair this year. Congratulations to Claire Abberger, Julia Harlow, and Marie Komori for this high honor. Parents, students, teachers and staff may view the pieces at the State Fair in February.
H1-N1 Flu Information
The School District of Hillsborough County has a very extensive website with information on the Swine Flu. Check out the link below for all the information you need.
SDHC H1N1 Site
Grad Bash Tickets
Grad Bash for Seniors at Universal Studios Florida will be on sale March 1st through 5th during both lunches. Tickets are $80. Seats are limited. Buy early.
PHS E-MAIL News Services - Join Here
Communication is important to everyone at Plant High School. Stay informed with Plant's new email newsletter, Panther Press. Panther Press will include important school, PTSA, and Academic Foundation news as well as reports from athletics, clubs, and other school activities.
Subscribe to Panther Press
New to Plant High? Catch up with the Panthers.
Read Past Panther Press Editions
Sign up on the HCPS Plant High ListServ to receive other school related news releases. Please sign up for both the PRESS and LISTSERV so you don't miss a thing!
PHS ListServ Registration and Archive
Semester Exams Receive New Weighting
The School Board recently approved a measure to decrease the weight of semester exams from 33% to 25%. Semester grades will now be computed as follows: 1st Nine Weeks - 37.5%. 2nd Nine Weeks - 37.5%. Semester Exam - 25%.
NEW Incentive Program Guidelines and Awards
Please note that effective this year, the guidelines and awards for the gold and black incentive cards have changed. Read both pages of the document below for all the information on the Incentive Program for 2009/2010.
Incentive Program
SACS Accreditation
Click on the letters below for information concerning the Hillsborough County Public Schools SACS Accreditation.
Letter in English
Letter in Spanish
Flu Do's and Dont's
The SDHC has published some information on how to prevent children in schools from getting the flu. Click below.
Flu Do's and Dont's
Bullying
Bullying Prevention is a top priority in our district.  Plant High School has a great student body that exhibits respect on a daily basis.  Many of our students participate in Unity Days throughout the year; a program that assist students in handling peer pressure situations.  Bullying and/or harassment of any student or school employee are PROHIBITED during any education and /or school sponsored program.  This includes all activities at any HCPS institution, school bus and/or through the use of data or computer software that is accessed through a computer, computer system, or computer network of HCPS.  All victims/bystanders and community members are strongly encouraged to report incidents in writing to the Plant Administration.
PHS Reunification Sites
In the event of an emergency, PHS has established two reunification sites for parents to meet up with their students. Those sites are Coleman Middle School and Palma Ceia Baptist Church. ____________________________
Last Modified: Feb 05, 2010