BVHS NEWS
Monday, August 23, 2010
ACT ScoresAs mentioned earlier this week, our ACT scores from last year are in and we are at the top with a Composite score of 23.5… Congratulations! This great news comes on top of the phenomenal results we had on the AP Exams – an 81% passage rate! Attached you will find a comparison of our scores that shows how we stand in relationship to Lee County, the State of Florida, and the US as a whole. Please feel free to share and discuss these results. Here are some key points to understand when reviewing the scores:
- 87% of the 2010 Senior Class took the ACT last year.
- This is the highest Composite Score average for Bishop Verot to date.
- Our Composite Score was 23.5, Lee County - 19.5, State of Florida – 19, & National 21.
View the full ACT score chart.
Monday, August 09, 2010
Students take oath to live by honor code
Bishop Verot Catholic High School is a community of faith and learning, dedicated to the observance of honor as demonstrated through honesty, trustworthiness, fairness, and respect for others. Students share with teachers and administration the responsibility for promoting a climate of integrity. Students are expected to adhere to these core values at all times, in both their academic and non‐academic activities.
On my honor, I will not lie, cheat, or steal,
nor will I accept the actions of those who do.
I will conduct myself responsibly and honorably
in all my actions as a Bishop Verot student.
Monday, May 24, 2010
Students Honored at Academic BanquetThis spring, Bishop Verot honored 47 students for earning Principal's List (4.25 GPA and above) for the first three quarters of the school year.
Out of the 14 seniors who earned Principal's List, five students were recognized for earning Principal's List for all four years at Bishop Verot.Wednesday, May 05, 2010
Verot students receive top awards at art showBishop Verot students recently competed in the Lee County Alliance of the Arts Student Juried Art Show with thirteen other high schools from Lee County. Stephanie LoSauro took home first place for her black and white photograph of her brother and Christina Stewart took home third place for her black and white photograph of her grandfather.
Bishop Verot had five other students place in the top ten, congratulations to Kenny Erikson, Emma Clinger, Justynne Wheeler, Kim Hojecki, and Morgan Sonntag.Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Stations of the CrossStudents gathered in the senior courtyard on Wednesday afternoon for the Stations of the Cross. For Catholics, the Stations are a way for the faithful to make a spiritual pilgrimage of prayer, through meditating upon the chief scenes of Christ's suffering and death. Campus Ministry will present the Stations of the Cross every Wednesday in the Senior Courtyard through Lent.National Honor Society InductionsThe Bishop Verot Chapter of the National Honor Society held its 2010 induction ceremony on Sunday, February 28th. 47 students were inducted in to NHS. Students must have a 3.75 cumulative GPA and approved by faculty and staff before being invited in.Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Soccer Team Takes Home State TitleThe Bishop Verot boys soccer team defeated North Broward Prep 4-3 in late February to bring home the State Championship Title. NBC-2 coverage of the Championship game.
News-Press Championship coverage
A Season to Remember Verot Wins State Soccer Title
News-Press Final Four coverage
Annaebelle Tometich Photo Gallery Student GalleryTuesday, March 09, 2010
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Bishop Verot senior Megan Barton signed her letter of intent to play Division II soccer at Nova Southeastern University. Barton, a defender for the Vikings, was a four year letterman and three year starter and completed her senior season with 7 goals on 19 shots and 4 assists.
Wednesday, February 24, 2010
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Bishop Verot sophomores Kevin Mosher and Chryssie Gibson work on their ester chemistry fragance lab on Tuesday. The class was combining organic acids with isoamyl and isobutyl alcohols to create different scents ranging from lemon to wintergreen.
Wednesday, February 17, 2010
Kayley Clay Signs Letter of Intent with LynnBishop Verot senior Kayley Clay signed her letter of intent to play Division II Soccer with the Fighting Knights at Lynn University in Boca. Clay is a four year soccer letterman and three year starter with the Vikings and was named to the News-Press all area team in 2009. Clay finished out the 2009-2010 soccer season with 17 goals, 46 points, and 62 shots. Seniors Graduating Summa Cum LaudeBishop Verot proudly announces the following students from the class of 2010 who will graduate Summa Cum Laude (GPA of 4.2500 or above).
(Top row left to right) Sam Biel, Ciarra Brown, Kevin Moyer, James Gregg (Bottom left to right) Jimmy Shannon, Reeves Dignam, Kyle McNamara, Nancy Sprehn, and Alexander Krueger. Friday, February 12, 2010
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Bishop Verot senior Gerard Mulles pulls a practice sample during a DNA Gel Electrophoresis lab in AP Anatomy and Physiology class. DNA biotechnology is used in research, medical and forensic settings. This technology allows students the ability to separate fragments of DNA as well as study their results both qualitatively and quantitatively. Examples of this technology is used in gene testing as well as forensic DNA fingerprinting. Most students do not have access to this technology until well into their college careers, but it is now available to students here at Bishop Verot.Thursday, February 11, 2010
Jeff Farrell signs with Walsh University
Bishop Verot senior Jeff Farrell signed his letter of intent to play Division II football with the Cavaliers at Walsh University in Canton, Ohio. During his senior season, Jeff was one of the leading receivers in Southwest Florida through the first five games when an injury sidelined him. Farrell would later return for the Vikings as a safety.Wednesday, February 10, 2010
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On Friday, Mrs. Dakin's British Literature honors classes celebrated Robbie Burns Day, a Scottish holiday celebrating the birthday of the famed poet and writer. The day was met with traditional costumes, music, poems, dancing, and the reciting and presentation of Address To A Haggis served with Scotland's National Dish.
Throughout the day, students performed the Scottish jig and sang "Auld Lang Syne" in the Bishop Verot dance studio.Mrs. Vocu receives Christ the Teacher AwardMonday morning, the Bishop Verot community gathered in the Anderson Theater to start off.jpg)
Catholic Schools Week to honor the faculty and staff. Each year, Bishop Verot students nominate teachers for the Christ the Teacher Award, an that recognizes teachers who embody the spirit of Bishop Verot Catholic High School.
Mrs. Michele Vocu was selected by students to be the recipient of the 2010 Christ the Teacher Award. Mrs. Vocu works in both the Science and Mathematics Departments and is now in her eighth year of teaching at Bishop Verot.Tuesday, February 02, 2010
Boys Varstiy Soccer team ranked 22 in the nationBishop Verot's boys soccer team (23-1-2) jumped to #22 in the nation rankings by ESPN Rise. The boys soccer team entered the rankings at #33 in week six after defeating American Heritage of Miami. Last week, ESPN Rise ranked the team at #24. The Vikings carry an ten-match win streak after defeating Berkley Prep on Friday night. The boys go on to the state semi-finals on Thursday in Tampa.Monday, February 01, 2010
Bishop Verot announces National Merit ScholarsBishop Verot Catholic High School is proud to announce its 2010 National Merit Scholars. Griffin Howe, a Verot senior, has been named a National Merit semi-finalist joining 16,000 other semi-finalists across the nation competing.
Jimmy Shannon, Nancy Sprehn, Kevin Moyer, Kyle Ficker and Amy Schwartz have all been named Commended Students in the 2010 program. These students placed among the top five percent of more than 1.5 million students who entered the 2010 competition.Friday, January 22, 2010
Students celebrate the Feast of the EpiphanyBishop Verot junior Mariel Rickert writes the customary numerals of the year and initials of the Three Wise Men - Caspar, Melchior, and Balthasar - on the doors of classrooms on the Feast of the Epiphany. The letter C, M, and B also abbreviate the Latin words "Christus mansionem benedicat" or "May Christ bless the house."
Rickert was selected along with junior Emma Clinger and senior Jessica Bevillard to be the three kings at the Feast of the Epiphany mass last week. The three students inscribed 20 + C + M + B + 10 on all of the doors at Bishop Verot and were each granted one wish.
Wednesday, December 02, 2009
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Bishop Verot senior Libero, Katie Mosher and Setter, Ciarra Brown have been named to the National AVCA High School All American Top 100 List for 2009. Additionally, Katie Mosher recently earned the State of Florida AVCA "Player of the Week" for week Nov.8th-15th. Ciarra Brown was selected as the FACA District 3A "Player of the Year" and Katie Mosher, also on the FACA All Area District Team was selected to the FACA State of Florida "All Star" Team as one of 2 Liberos across the state and will compete in the FACA State All Star match on Dec.5th in Newport Ritchey, Florida. Congratulations to both Ciarra and Katie who also both recently signed National Letters of Intent to play NCAA Division 1 volleyball at Virginia Commonwealth and Florida State University respectively.
Monday, November 23, 2009
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Students from Ms. Steger's Creative Photography II class recently visited the Ringling Estate in Sarasota. During their time at the estates, students completed two photo assignments - an architectural assignment using black and white film and a floral assignment using a digital camera. Read more.
Photograph by Jay Edwards '10.Friday, November 20, 2009
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Bishop Verot senior Dan Krispinsky signed his letter of intent to play lacrosse at Florida Southern College on Thursday. Dan has been a starter on the lacrosse team at Bishop Verot since his freshman year and has led the team in scoring all three seasons thus far with a total of 133 goals. During his junior year, Dan was one of the first Southwest Florida lacrosse players selected to be on the 18+ National Florida team. Read more from the News-Press.Thursday, November 19, 2009
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On Monday, Bishop Verot senior Stephanie Peacock signed a letter of intent to swim at UNC Chapel Hill. Peacock won two state swim titles this past weekend in Orlando, placing first in the 200 and 500 yard free breaking Verot's previous record. This is Stephanie's second state title, in 2007 she won the 500 free as a sophomore. Read more from the following articles: Peacock takes two state titles, Swim champ signs with Tar Heels, Peacock signs letter, Photo GalleryChase Marinell signs with Liberty.jpg)
On Monday, Chase Marinell was the fifth Bishop Verot athlete to sign a letter of intent with a Division 1 program. Chase signed on to play golf at Liberty University. For the past two years Chase has been one of the top 5 high school golfers in the state of Florida. "Chase is probably the very best golfer ever at Verot” said Coach Mike Reese. In his four years at Verot, Chase has won many important amateur golf titles and qualified for prestigious national tournaments. Read more: Marinell signs letter, Marinell signs with Liberty, Photo GalleryTuesday, November 17, 2009
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On Friday, Bishop Verot senior Katlyn Payne signed her letter of intent to play basketball at Florida Gulf Coast University next year. Payne is a new addition to the Vikings after moving to Fort Myers from Chicago with her family last summer. In the past three years, Katlyn has averaged more than 15 points and six rebounds. Katlyn is the third Verot athlete to sign on with a Division 1 program. For more on Katlyn's signing, click here.Monday, November 16, 2009
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Students from Mrs. Bergau's Environmental Science classes took Swamp Buggy tours of Babcock Ranch and Telegraph Cypress Swamp last week. Set on 90,000 acres in both Lee and Charlotte counties, the ranch and surrounding swamps offers views of everything from alligators to panthers to cracker cattle. Click here for pictures.Sunday, November 15, 2009
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Last week, Bishop Verot senior Kevin Jordan competed in the Regional Cross Country meet in Tampa setting a new personal record, Kevin finished the 5k race with a time of 16:54 placing 14th and qualifying for states. Kevin competed in the state cross country championship today in Miami. We will keep you posted on his performance.
Friday, November 13, 2009
Mosher signs with FSU
On Wednesday, Bishop Verot senior Katie Mosher signed a letter of intent to play Division 1 volleyball at FSU. Mosher, a libero for the Vikings, leads the team in aces, digs and receptions.
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FSU 'right' for BV's MosherVolleyball star's dreams come trueCiara Brown signs with Virginia Commonwealth
On Thursday, Bishop Verot senior Ciara Brown signed a letter-of-intent to play Division 1 volleyball at Virginia Commonwealth University. Brown, a setter for the Vikings, is the FACA District 16-3A Player of the Year with over 715 assists in the 2009 season.
Read more:
Verot's Brown volleys to VCU
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Bishop Verot held an assembly on Tuesday to honor all Veterans that have served this country. Six local Veterans took time to share their experiences of serving in our military. Chief Corpsman Del Cochran of the US Navy, Kathy Nicholson of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary, Pete Nicholson a Vietnam Vet and State Junior Vice Commander of the VFW, Charles Sanders a US Air Force Korean War Vet, Charlie Gillis a Marine Corps Vet (and our Bishop Verot security guard), and Elmer Renk a World War II US Army Air Force were all present.
Cast prepares for opening night
Cast members from the upcoming Bishop Verot production of Shakespeare's
The Merry Wives of Windsor wait off stage for their cue during Wednesday's rehearsal. The show opens
TONIGHT at 7:30 PM for its weekend long run in the Anderson Theater. Show times are Friday, November 20th and Saturday, November 21st at 7:30 PM and Sunday, November 22nd at 2:00 PM. Tickets are $5 and are available at the box office one hour prior to each show.
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Students from Mrs. Bergau's Environmental Science classes took Swamp Buggy tours of Babcock Ranch and Telegraph Cypress Swamp last week. Set on 90,000 acres in both Lee and Charlotte counties, the ranch and surrounding swamps offers views of everything from alligators to panthers to cracker cattle. Click here for pictures.Thursday, November 12, 2009
Swim team prepare for State Championship
Bishop Verot's swim team has once again qualified for the State finals. The Class A finals start Saturday in Orlando. Verot's Stephanie Peacock will swim the 200 free and 500 free, Derek Krell will swim the 200 free and 100 free, Kyle Ficker with swim the 50 free and 100 free, McKenzie Cassidy will swim the 100 free and 100 breast, and Kristen Goodson will swim the 100 back. Mary Neihaus and Danielle Russell will swim the 400 Relay.
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Rivals for Rations
Bishop Verot Catholic High School and Fort Myers High School wrapped up its Rivals for Rations program last Friday. The two schools collected canned food for CCMI, a local soup kitchen during the week. Fort Myers High School collected 1,100 lbs of food and Bishop Verot collected 4,500 lbs of food. CCMI officials estimate that the 5,600 lbs of food collected will feed over 2,000 people.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Sophomore soccer player Kady Otzko named Breeze Player of the Week
In his six years guiding Bishop Verot, coach Randy Zavada has seen his share of prolific goal scorers. While it might be too early to include Otzko among that elite group, the Vikings no doubt are expecting increased scoring production from their sophomore forward.
Otzko opened this season with three goals in each of the Vikings' three wins over Charlotte, Evangelical Christian and Cardinal Mooney.
The most impressive stat, Zavada said, is Otzko scored nine goals on only 15 shots. She's making the most of her chances.
Read more from the Cape Coral Breeze.
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Tuesday, November 10, 2009
The girls volleyball team defeated Desoto in three sets 25-18, 25-10, 25-19, Desoto’s first home loss in over two years! Katie Mosher led with 27 digs and 4 aces, Sarah Toggweiler with 15 kills, and Ciara Brown with 32 assists. The team is now 27-0 and will host Berkley Prep this Saturday in the Regional Finals. Come support your girls this Saturday at 2:00-help us black out the gym and go after Berkley!Monday, November 09, 2009
Students prepare for Veterans Day
Veterans Day is Wednesday, and Bishop Verot students are preparing by creating crosses for their lockers. The crosses have the names of loved ones who have served honorably in the military.
On Tuesday, a special assembly will be held with the entire student body and Veterans from the VFW branch on Fort Myers Beach who will share their experiences.
Sunday, November 08, 2009
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Students work on Skills Tutor, a new computer program introduced to the Bishop Verot Resource Lab last week. Skills Tutor is a supplemental tool designed to help students master core fundamental skills and advanced learning concepts.
The purchase of this program for the Resource Lab was made possible by the generous support of Mr. Adam Hall '94.
Monday, November 02, 2009
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Three Bishop Verot students recently took home awards from the Cape Coral
Neighbordhood Watch art contest. High School students from Cape Coral and Fort Myers competed in the contest. Alexandra Schol, a sophomore at Bishop Verot, took home 1st place for her poster titled "Break the Wall." Emilie Gonzalez, a sophomore at Bishop Verot, took home 3rd place and Tierney Berry, a junior at Bishop Verot, was awarded 4th place.
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
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The Oblates of St. Francis de Sales believe prayer is the most effective means at our disposal for cleansing mind and heart. With that in mind, the students and teachers at Bishop Verot High School participate daily in part of the Salesian method for prayerfully preparing (
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Tuesday, September 08, 2009
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Marine biology students took a field trip to Lake Gill to conduct basic oceanographic/marine field techniques. The students first identified their location using a hand held GPS then they took the temperature, salinity, visibility, and water samples from the lake. (
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Students apply coursework to autopsy case studyMonday, August 31, 2009
Bishop Verot offers Psychology classTuesday, August 25, 2009
Passion for volleyball drives Brown to excelWednesday, July 29, 2009
Mission Trip BlogSaturday, July 25, 2009
Verot's Cheerleaders Win Top AwardVerot senior Dan Kripinsky chosen to play on State Lacrosse TeamWednesday, July 01, 2009
Verot grad races to the top of F2000Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Chase Marinell earns U.S. Junior Amateur berthWednesday, June 10, 2009
Class of 2009 earns over $7 million in scholarshipsCiarra Brown and Katie Mosher selected for National Volleyball TeamFriday, May 22, 2009
Eight students earn rank of Eagle ScoutVerot students complete mural for Community Cooperative MinistriesThursday, May 07, 2009
Borchering named Gatorade Florida Baseball Player of the YearMonday, May 04, 2009
Verot's Top Scholars HonoredThursday, April 30, 2009
Lorena Vargas performs at Disney's Hollywood StudiosKap Owens and Zak Gibson advance to Tennis State ChampionshipMonday, April 27, 2009
Spanish 4 students visit Fernando Botero exhibitWednesday, April 22, 2009
National Merit Schering-Plough Scholarship awarded to Laurel BergauMonday, April 20, 2009
Students volunteer their time at LARCStephanie Shapiro takes home Juror's Choice Award at Alliance of the ArtsFriday, April 17, 2009
'84 Volleyball team and '94 Baseball team inducted into Hall of FameSunday, April 05, 2009
Katie Mosher Verbally Commits to FSU Volleyball TeamFriday, April 03, 2009
Verot Wins Area Blood Drive CompetitionThursday, March 19, 2009
Father Tom Hagan, OSFS, delivers inspiring message to Verot studentsThursday, March 12, 2009
University of Notre Dame students share Immokalee ExperienceNHS Delivers over 5,000 diapers to Destiny MinistriesSunday, March 08, 2009
Social Studies Department Receives Prestigious National AwardThursday, March 05, 2009
Bishop Verot students participate in Model United Nations Conference Wednesday, March 04, 2009
Chad Epperson '90 helps develop player for SoxChris Johnson '03 top prospect with Houston AstrosThursday, February 26, 2009
National Honor Society Inducts 40 Verot StudentsStudents Deliver Art Projects to Orphans in EcuadorSunday, February 15, 2009
Mrs. Lori Timson Signs for President ObamaFriday, February 13, 2009
Rakowski Wins Southwest Florida Young Artist CompetitionBishop Dewane Vists Bishop VerotMrs. Pohlman Honored with Christ the Teacher AwardTuesday, February 03, 2009
Bishop Verot Launches Graduation Info SiteThursday, January 29, 2009
Verot Students Participate in World DiscussionTuesday, January 20, 2009
Students watch as Obama takes officeThursday, January 08, 2009
Verot Sophomore Attends National Leadership SummitVerot Community Celebrates the Epiphany with Special GuestsThursday, December 11, 2008
Six Verot Seniors Earn Eagle Scout AwardWill Goss named to NSCAA All-America Soccer TeamVolunteers, Key to Success at City of Palms ClassicMonday, December 08, 2008
Students Explore the sea grass beds of San Carlos BayWednesday, December 03, 2008
Senior Caira Everly Featured in News-Press ArticleFriday, November 14, 2008
Senior Bobby Borchering signs letter of intent with UFEconomics Classes Create Assembly LinePost Season Team UpdatesSaturday, November 01, 2008
Bishop Verot places 2nd at National Scholar's Bowl Bishop Verot Swim Team sweeps regional competitionTuesday, October 28, 2008
Chase Marinell finishes third at golf statesJillian Palmer and Sean Quinn honored at Red Ribbon CeremonyMonday, October 20, 2008
Verot kicks off Homecoming Week with Tailgate PartySunday, October 19, 2008
Homecoming Week InformationFriday, October 10, 2008
Three Verot Seniors Named Commended Students in the National Merit ScholarsFriday, October 03, 2008
Vikings top Wave in three gamesFriday, September 19, 2008
Bishop Verot Announces Three National Merit SemifinalistsStudents Hold 30-Hour FamineScience Labs Active with Student ProjectsBishop Verot Catholic High School Holds Annual College FairThursday, September 18, 2008
Ms. Bronsted Featured in Cape Coral Breeze ArticleWednesday, September 03, 2008
Classroom Close-up: Maureen StegerWednesday, August 20, 2008
Freshman Retreat Participants Complete 1,700 Hours of Community ServiceMonday, August 18, 2008
Sister Mary Rose Watkins, OSF Passes AwayFriday, August 08, 2008
Remembering Father John A. Beattie, OSFSThursday, August 07, 2008
Katie Mosher Competes in International Youth Volleyball TournamentThursday, July 31, 2008
Amber Goldsmith Competes at USPC Championships for National HonorsMichael Bradley Completes Eagle Scout Project at LARCWednesday, July 23, 2008
Advanced Placement Exam Scores ReleasedBishop Verot Mission Club Helps To Rebuild Bay St Louis, MississippiMonday, June 23, 2008
Stephanie Peacock Qualifies for US Olympic Swimming TrialsTuesday, June 03, 2008
Grant Conlyn finishes third in the Florida Masters RegattaTuesday, May 27, 2008
Katie Clinger and Katie Mosher ranked No. 1 under-18 beach volleyball team Monday, May 19, 2008
Remembering Ellen SushilFriday, May 16, 2008
Ryan York signs letter of intent to play at Nova Southeastern Wednesday, May 07, 2008
(W) Lacrosse announces All-District/League teamsTuesday, May 06, 2008
Emily Simpson Receives 2008 Yale Book Club AwardThursday, April 24, 2008
Academic Team Advances to A-team Challenge SemifinalWednesday, April 23, 2008
Bishop Verot Announces National Merit FinalistZak Gibson Advances to Third Round of Class 2A State Tennis TournamentBrennan Melvin named to the News-Press All Area Basketball First TeamGina Petracco and Will Goss Named Soccer Players of the Year