Mrs. Camus has been an integral part of our outstanding DHS staff team for two years. Among the elective classes available at Discovery High School is Principles of Entrepreneurship, one of the two courses taught by Mrs. Camus. This elective provides students with insights into the fundamentals of launching a business and applying key business concepts. Within the course, students have the opportunity to develop their business ideas and bring them to life, learning about the various challenges and successes associated with owning and operating a business in a collaborative environment. Moreover, successful completion of the course allows students to earn an ESB (Entrepreneurship and Small Business) certificate by passing the exam. Mrs. Camus finds joy in teaching this class as it enables her to assist students in unlocking their creativity and teamwork skills, fostering not only their success as entrepreneurs but also preparing them for the challenges of the real world as young adults.   

I was able to spend time with Mrs. Camus and her class during 5th period. They are working on business concept presentations for the businesses they created. Jason Gonzales, Justin Davis, and Blake Conner (JJB Evil Incorporated) are students in this class that are presenting their business idea. They plan on running a section or booth at Fall Fest (one of our very fun events at DHS) where they will be selling Halloween themed necklaces to the people that attend. 

-Naomi Javier 

The humanities, and more specifically, art, play a vital role in the development of young minds. An essential contributor to this process is Mrs. Russe, a 2D Art teacher and one of the many dedicated  educators at DHS. With 16 years of experience teaching K-12 students, Mrs. Russe has been an educator since 2008, instructing in various art forms such as drawing, painting, ceramics, and digital media.

Mrs. Russe finds great fulfillment in guiding her students' artistic journeys, stating, "It's very fulfilling to be part of my students' artistic journey and watch them develop as young artists." She particularly enjoys witnessing those 'aha!' moments when students grasp new techniques or concepts, considering it a rewarding experience to see their artistic skills and confidence grow over time. Mrs. Russe appreciates the creativity and individual perspectives each student brings to their work.

The 2D Art curriculum, under Mrs. Russe's guidance, focuses on developing students' creative expression and technical skills in two-dimensional art forms, including drawing, painting, printmaking, and digital art. Students engage in exploring various media and techniques, currently learning about different art movements and styles to broaden their understanding. Mrs. Russe's goal is to provide students with a robust foundation in the elements of art and principles of design while nurturing their artistic vision, problem-solving abilities, and critical thinking skills.

-Thamara Myrtil

Mr. Bitter, a dedicated chorus teacher, is passionate about his work, and this marks his third-year teaching chorus at DHS. Inquiring about his affinity for chorus, Mr. Bitter expressed, “I love music, and I love to enable students to discover their passion for it. They have the ability to find their voice and collaborate to create something beautiful.” He appreciates the chorus because he believes students should feel liberated with their voices. Mr. Bitter initiated teaching chorus at DHS when the program was nonexistent, recognizing the demand from students for such an offering.

In Mr. Bitter's class this week, the focus will be on refining their current repertoire and introducing new pieces for their upcoming winter concert scheduled for December 7th. When asked about his strengths as a teacher, Mr. Bitter emphasized, “One of my strengths as a teacher is understanding my students. I make it a point to learn who they are and how they operate. It’s my responsibility to meet them at their level and teach them as effectively as I can.” Mr. Bitter's dedication and focus on understanding his students contribute to his effectiveness as a chorus teacher. Undoubtedly, he serves as an inspiring figure, encouraging his students to embrace the freedom of their voices.

-Naelee Rosario 

Today, September 20th, 2023, I interviewed one of our creative and leading seniors of 2024. This is Olivia Rose, a senior at Discovery High School. Olivia is the President of the Performing Arts Club, an editor in the Yearbook, and a member of the Executive Council. As I interviewed Olivia I asked her some questions about her senior year. One of the questions I asked was what senior event she is most excited about this year, she replied, “I am most excited for Senior Field Day, Prom, and Graduation. But honestly I am excited for all of them!”. The next question I asked was, how was she staying organized and prepared this year? She replied, “I am staying organized this year by managing my time. I have a lot on my plate this year and it's very important for me to keep things on track”. Many people have different opinions on their high school years so I figured I would ask Olivia about hers. Olivia had a very good answer to this question, “My opinion on my senior year is that it will be awesome because our class pushes for what we want and we all want to make this year memorable. So a lot of new things are happening this year like Senior sunrise and sunset. My past high school years have been alright but I just wished that I would have cared more throughout my years. If I could give any upcoming high schooler any advice, it is that freshman year is your most important year, so try and don't screw up because that will affect you all 4 years”.  Olivia is definitely someone I would recommend to go to for high school advice. Shout out to Olivia for being one of our outgoing seniors of 2024!

• Lillian Jones

On September 21st both JV and Varsity kept their ground during their match with Frostproof. They really are showing teamwork and dedication during this season. I asked Kyla Newton #5 on Junior varsity how she feels about the team and she stated “I feel like since it’s the first season for me, we’ll definitely grow throughout this season”. You can tell just how excited she is to grow with her teammates! I then asked the varsity Captain Kendall Smith how it feels for this to be her last season at DHS and her comment will touch your hearts. “It feels sad for this to be my last high school season. Time flies during the season; I really don't want it to end.