NORTH HUNTERDON HIGH SCHOOL
Annandale, NJ
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February 2018 E-Newsletter
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Upcoming Events
The following is a list of important upcoming events:
- February 5 - Booster Club Meeting, 7:00 pm, Faculty Dining Room
- February 8 - NCAA Night, 7:00pm, theater
- February 8 - Girl Up Club Dinner and Jewelry Event, 6:00 pm, Cafe A
- February 12- PTSA Meeting, 7:00 pm, Cafe B
- February 13 - Music Association Meeting, 7:00 pm, Room 131
- February 15 - Parent Advisory Committee Meeting, 9:00 am, District Office
- February 15 - Community Health & Wellness Series, 7:00 - 8:30 pm, Voorhees High School Cafeteria
- February 16 - 11:55 am dismissal, President's Weekend
- February 16-19 No Homework Days
- February 19 - School Closed, President's Day
- February 21 - Blood Drive, 7:30 - 3:00 pm, main gym
- February 21 - Early College Planning Night, 7:00 pm, theater
- February 21 - Parent Chat, following Early College Planning Night, Room 120
- February 28 - Staff In-Service, 11:55 dismissal, students only
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January Students of the Month
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Grace Clifford
Class of 2018
Grace Clifford plans to attend Columbia University next year to major in Political Science and Philosophy. Grace’s teachers say she is intelligent, creative, and a leader in the classroom. She is always well prepared for class, committed to her studies, and has a level of maturity that is rare for a student her age. One of Grace’s favorite classes at North, AP Latin, is also the hardest class she has taken. She loves the challenge the class provides. Classic studies have interested Grace her entire life and she finds it amazing to be able to read a classical text in the language it was originally written. She also loved AP English Language, which taught her more about simply learning and thinking than any other class she has ever taken. Grace is the sabre varsity B-strip for the fencing team at North Hunterdon. She is also in the Gay Straight Alliance, Latin Honor Society, English Honor Society, and National Honor Society. Grace is the Vice President of the Spanish Honor Society and the co-editor in chief of the Northern Lights Literacy Magazine. She also participates in the theatre department’s Spring Cabaret. Outside of North, Grace takes dance classes in the styles of ballet and modern dance, as well as choreography classes. She writes poetry and participates in the Library’s Teen Writer’s Group. Grace volunteers with the Flemington Area Food Pantry. Some of her favorite memories from NHHS have been the GSA’s annual Day of Silence. Each year, Breaking the Silence at the end of the day manages to be more touching and more profound. It was her Day of Silence freshman year that gave her the courage to be honest with herself and the world about who she is. It is always humbling to see how many people participate.
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Shady Barsoom
Class of 2018
Senior, Shady Barsoom is involved in
many activities and clubs at North Hunterdon High School. Shady is involved in Latin Club, Latin Honor Society, English Honor Society, Science Honor Society, String Ensemble, and Pit Orchestra. He is a Senatus in both Latin Club and Latin Honor Society. Shady has been the principal violinist in orchestra for the last three years. He played the luncheon awarding the teacher of the year, Mr. Angeline, last year with a quartet of string players. Shady has won both silver and gold medals in the National Latin Exam. His favorite classes were AP Latin with Mrs. Mullay, Orchestra with Mr. Angeline, and Honors Chemistry with Mrs. Post. These classes were his favorite because they challenged him, but at the same time were enjoyable and very rewarding. Shady’s favorite memories at North were made at this year’s Milk Can Game and the musicals and concerts in the winter and spring seasons. Outside of North, Shady is involved in his church as part of a worship team where he plays the violin and keyboard. Next year, he plans to attend either Drew University or Princeton University while majoring in Pre-Med.
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January Athletes of the Month
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Paul Woolhouse
Class of 2018
Senior, Paul Woolhouse is a hard worker in the classroom and on the court. Paul has earned a spot on the varsity basketball team for the past three years and is Captain for the second year in a row. Some of his strongest skills are on blocking shots, rebounding, and scoring. Paul plays the position of power forward. Last year he was named to the All-Conference Team after averaging 9.7 points per game with 7 rebounds per game. Paul has shown great leadership during his four years in the program, improving his game each year. He has been playing basketball since the sixth grade. Paul plays on two teams outside of North Hunterdon: the New Jersey Rockets from Newark and United AAU. He is a member of the National Honor Society at North. Next year, Paul will be attending Carnegie Mellon University in the fall for basketball. He will be going to the Tepper School of Business at CMU and majoring in Business.
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Madeline Voorhees
Class of 2018
Madeline Voorhees has been swimming competitively since she was eight years old. Madeline is a strong kicker and is more of a distance swimmer than a sprinter. She tends to do better in the longer races, such as the 200 and 500 free, but will swim in any race her team needs her to swim in. After the win against Bernards Township, the team was put in a good position to win County Championship this year. Madeline enjoys the championship meets because many schools come together and they get to compete at a bigger level than at a dual meet. She has been on the varsity team for the past four years and was a Teen PEP Leader her junior year. Madeline works as a busser at Circa Restaurant and volunteers during the summers teaching religious education at St. Joseph’s Church. She also swims on the Hunterdon County YMCA Stingrays swim team. When Madeline was four years old, her mom signed her up for swim lessons because she never wanted to get out of any body of water she was in. Swimming still takes up most of her time since the YMCA team practices six days a week for 2-4 hours each day. Two summers ago, Madeline competed in her first open mile in Manasquan and enjoyed racing in the ocean much more than the pool. Next year she will be attending either West Virginia University, Rutgers University, or the University of Alabama.
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January Department Students
of the Month
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English: Declan Coster '19 and Caitlin Gilvey '19
Fine Arts: Jon Luling '18 and Dominique Grande '18
Mathematics: David Skierski '20 and William Kastrud '19
Music: Sammie Dolloff '18 and Daniel Wu '21
PE/Health: Jessica Skierski '18 and Glen Farbanish '18
Practical Arts: Danielle Riccardi '18 and Chris Hale '19
Science: Ella Fasciano '19 and Victoria Volpe '21
Social Studies: Caitlyn Knoll '21 and Lauren Stanzione '21
World Language: Shrijani Chakroborty '21 and Parker Brennan '21
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January Good Citizens of the Month
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English: Sean Lee '19 and Madison DePalma '19
Fine Arts: Clayton Jenson '18 and Sarah Conti '18
Mathematics: Kelly Christenson '21 and Christopher Desiere '20
Music: Victoria Valendo '18 and George Kapetanakis '19
PE/Health: Katie Fullowan '19 and Matt Vallely ''19
Practical Arts: Kira Thomas '19 and Dienes Carbine '18
Science: Kayla Boyle '18 and Abhay Bhatt '19
Social Studies: Ryan Rochelle '21 and Matthew Egg '21
World Language: Kat Hermann '18 and George Uchrin '18
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Top January Tweets from Dr. Greg Cottrell@nhprincipal
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Detective Pawlick and his dog Finn from the Hunterdon County K9 Unit gave a presentation to the NHHS Crime & Justice Class today. It is amazing what this dog can do!
#Northrocks
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Collaborative help in the guidance office today. "If everyone is moving forward together, then success takes care of itself" -Henry Ford
self" -Henry Ford
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Congrats to Mrs. Amy Mullay for being named the 2017-18 NHHS Teacher of the Year. Here she is today doing her thing.
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Ms. Vicki Kellum was selected as the 2017-18 NHHS Education Specialist of the year. Here she is working with one of the thousands of students that she has helped throughout her career as a guidance counselor.
#northstaffrocks
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Coach Walsh delivered this month's inspirational message on this morning's announcements. His theme was "Never Give Up; Whether you are having a great Friday or struggling through a bad day, we are always here to help you make a better day for yourself"
Click on the link below to follow Dr. Cottrell on Twitter:
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Topic for February is Opioid Use and Misuse
Drug overdose deaths and opioid-involved deaths continue to increase in the United States. The majority of drug overdose deaths (more than six out of ten) involve an opioid.
Click
Here for more info on Opioid Use and Misuse
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This year's Junior Prom will take place on Saturday, March 10th from 6:00 - 10:00 pm, at Razberry's. Razberry's is located at
834 NJ-12, in Frenchtown. Please click on link below for more information and permission forms.
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Aspen is Open for Spring Sports Registration
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Spring sports registration will take place in ASPEN beginning on Thursday, February 1 and will close on Wednesday, February 28th. Please click on the link below for important information regarding spring sports tryout dates, practice dates, and physical and parent permission forms.
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Coach Walsh 2017 NJ Girls Cross Country
Coach of the Year!
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Congratulations to Coach Sean Walsh on his selection as the NJ Girls Cross Country High School Coach of the Year for 2017 by the US Track and Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA). Great job, Coach Walsh!
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On Thursday, February 8, an informational presentation will be held at 7:00 pm in the NH Theater on the NCAA Eligibility Center requirements for Division I and Division II athletics.
This educational session will help students and parents learn about athletic opportunities beyond high school and how to keep students on track.
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Reminder to Seniors - The Google Form indicating the name you want on your diploma is due by February 9th. Please make sure your name is printed on the form exactly the way you would like the diploma to read. If you have any questions, please contact Mr. John Mattes, Director of Student Activities at
jmattes@nhvweb.net
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Girl Up Dinner and Jewelry Event
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The North Hunterdon Girl Up Club is partnering with Trades of Hope to host a dinner and jewelry event on Thursday, February 8th at 6:00pm in Cafeteria A. Money raised via ticket and jewelry sales will support women and girls from impoverished areas of the world in order to help them to be able to attend school and to lead healthy lives.
10$ Cash or Checks payable to NHHS Activities
Click on the links below for more information on each organization and to purchase jewelry.
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North Hunterdon Theatre Organization welcomes you to the Jazz Age with the Tony Award-winning
Thoroughly Modern Millie
! Come join us for a night of bright, bold, musical comedy featuring flappers, feathers, and fringe, set in the roaring '20s!
Students and staff have worked tirelessly to put on this excellent production. Actors have been rehearsing scenes, songs, and dances taught by Mrs. Mary Meo (Director), Mr. Charles Hopta (Vocal Director), Mrs. Katie Cudworth (Vocal Director, Producer), and Mrs. Kerrie Decker (Choreographer). Pit orchestra members have been learning and perfecting music taught by Mr. Vincent Angeline (Conductor). Stage and Tech Crew members have been building sets and mastering stage technology with Mr. Aaron Willsey (Set Designer), Mr. Kevin Byrne (Stage Crew Director) and Mrs. Ann Semanchik (Lighting and Sound Director). Costumes and Make-Up are managed by Ms. Regina Cavo and Ms. Mary Piazza. When all these elements combine, they make an incredible musical!
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Performances are Friday March 2nd at 7:00 pm, Saturday March 3rd at 7:00 pm, and Sunday March 4th at 2:00 pm, in the North Hunterdon High School Theatre. Tickets are $10 for senior citizens and students, and $15 for adults. All seating is reserved, and handicapped seating is available. Tickets may be purchased online or at the door an hour before the show starts. If you purchase your tickets online, please print them and bring them with you to the show.
Please click here for tickets:
“Everything today is thoroughly modern” when you're with Millie and company! Please email
NHTOtickets@gmail.com
with any questions.
We look forward to seeing you at the show!
~NHTO Staff
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Pictured left to right, Will VanderGheynst '20, David Zhang '20, Gage Poltrack '20, Mrs. Michelle Chang, David Lazar '18, Pranav Sharma '18, and Richard Chen '19
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Future Business Leaders of America
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Congratulations to FBLA members David Lazar '18, Richard Chen '19, and Pranav Sharma '18 for winning the regional round of the Junior Achievement Titan Business Challenge. This competition prompts s
tudent teams to make decisions
that affect the profitability and sustainability of their virtual companies, and to attempt to outperform competitors in profit, sales, and market shares.
Students set prices, determine production levels, invest in capital, develop budgets, and plan marketing and research. This year's competition was held on January 24th at Synchronos in Bridgewater, NJ. Congratulations to the
winners!
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Nothing could stop 2018 Model United Nations, not even snow! While two snow days delayed North Hunterdon's annual Model United Nations conference in Hershey, PA, North Hunterdon students made the best of the time they had, receiving several recognitions and awards. Grant Miller, Nicholas Pauliuc, Amrit Kumar, Molly Evers, and Brinton Gibbons were awarded premier and outstanding country awards for representing the countries of Australia, the United States, Czechoslovakia, Germany, and Great Britain. David Lazar and Robert Fodera were both named outstanding delegates for their performances in the General Assembly Committee and the Press Corps. David Lazar was also chosen as a CONA delegate, along with Alisha Verkaria. Kyle Piekarski was selected as a CONA alternative. In addition to the many accolades, Alisha Verkaria, Kyle Piekarski, and Prajeet Sakar served as chairs of the Political and Security Committee, European Union Committee and General Assembly Committee. Alisha, Kyle, and Prajeet tirelessly worked throughout the year to prepare discussion topics and plan the conference. At the conference, they maintained order and ensured the smooth procedural operation of their respective committee. North Hunterdon delegates represented themselves and their school with dignity and pride, and everyone is looking forward to Model United Nations 2019!
Pictured from left to right are seniors Noah Willsey, Prajeet Sakar, Brandon Orevillo, and Erik Pan.
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Our next Blood Drive will take place on Wednesday, February 21st beginning at 7:30 am - 3:00 pm., in the main gym. Each year students, teachers, parent/guardians, and the community give generously at our blood drives and we hope this will continue at our February drive. Save a life, give blood!
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American Mathematics Competition
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American Mathematics Competition - February 7, 2018
In 1950, the first Mathematical Contest, sponsored by the New York Metropolitan Section of the Mathematics Association of America (MAA), took place. It was given in approximately 200 schools to around 6,000 students in the New York area only. Today, the competition has grown to over 350,000 students participating annually, in over 6,000 schools.
The American Mathematics Competition (AMC) is dedicated to the goal of strengthening the mathematical capabilities of our nation's youth. One way to meet this goal is to identify, recognize, and reward excellence in mathematics through a series of national contests.
Approximately 250 students at North Hunterdon will have the opportunity to participate in either the AMC 10 or AMC 12 on Wednesday, February 7, 2018. Qualifying students will then have the opportunity to further their problem solving and enriching mathematics experiences even more by participating in the American Invitational Mathematics Examination.
For more information on this competition, please click on the link below:
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Coach Mazzetta wins North 2 Coach of the Year!
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Congratulations to Coach Jared Mazzetta on being awarded the New Jersey Football Coaches Association North 2 Coach of the Year Award. Coach Mazzetta will be honored in March at the NJFCA Banquet along with other top football coaches in the state. Great job, Coach Mazzetta!
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Community Health and Wellness Series
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Thursday, February 15, 2018 – 7:00-8:30pm, Voorhees High School Cafeteria
Current Trends: Opiates, Marijuana Extractions and Underage Drinking
Presented by John Kriger of Kriger Consulting
Newly updated, this highly acclaimed session offers an impactful overview of the most up-to-date information available today on adolescent behavioral trends. Learn the most current information on high-risk behaviors, such as opiates, marijuana extractions and underage drinking and how they are drastically changing the risk potential for every family. Discover the risks, various sources of information and what every parent and professional is up against. This program is one of the most enlightening, “edutaining” and informative programs you will ever see. Get answers to the questions you have always wanted to ask. Some questions answered in the program include: why is Fentanyl so dangerous, are those who use these products at greater risk than in the past and why, what are Budder, Shatter, Dab, Flakka and the Deep Web, how are people becoming addicted to opiates and what are the risks, and what is Narcan.
NOTE—Adults only, no one under the age of 18 permitted.
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The North Hunterdon High School Booster Club and the North Hunterdon Music Association are proud to promote a College 360 parent seminar by the local experts: Silver Oak Learning
Centers, Premier College Funding and Achieve College Consulting
. We are sponsoring a free, timed practice SAT or ACT for sophomores and juniors on Sunday, February 4, 2018. An all-inclusive college prep workshop for parents will be presented while students are taking the test.
Click here
for more information.
Dave the Rave's Birthday Celebration will be February 20th during the Girls Basketball game against Warren Hills. He will be 72 years old!! The Booster Club will accept donations for the Special Olympics and we will have cupcakes. Dave will be shooting his famous half court shots during half-time. Come out and cheer him on!!
Please continue to support our indoor snack shack during boys and girls basketball games and wrestling matches. We will have drinks, candy, hot dogs, popcorn, pizza and nachos.
The Booster Club is seeking individuals to help in all areas (open/close the shack, shopping, scheduling, reps, etc.) for the 2018-2019 school year. Please email
nhhsbc@gmail.com
to volunteer. Our next meeting is Monday, February 5, 2018 in the Faculty Dining Room at 7:00pm. All are welcome!
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Night of the Arts
, held on January 26th,
was a success for the Junior class. Congratulations to the winners of the evening: Angelina Dyson '20, won for Music.
Sarah Switlyk '19,
won for Art. Amazon Gift certificates were awarded to both of the winners. Also, a huge THANK YOU to North’s FBLA Club for partnering with PTSA and producing a top-notch program including ads and sponsors from our community. Special thanks to the Jr. Class officers and advisors for organizing the entire night and working hard to make it a successful evening! Pictured, left to right are: Catherine Stenberg, William Kastrud, Caroline Witte, Richard Chen, Garrett Coyne, and Declan Coster.
The PTSA is hosting its annual
Staff Appreciation Breakfast
on Friday, February 9, 2018. Thank you to everyone who signed up to donate food or volunteer to help with the breakfast. If you would like to donate or volunteer, please
click here
to sign up. This is a great way for us as parents to say thanks to the teachers and staff members for their hard work in educating our children. As a reminder, donations must be dropped off between 5-7pm at the theater entrance on Thursday, February 8th.
You’re invited to take a Yoga break on Tuesdays from 6:15 - 7:15pm!
Open to Parents, Students & the Community. Mixed-Level Yoga class with instructor Lisa Perry in NHHS Room 234. $5 per participant. Bring a mat/blanket and towel. Drop-ins welcome, or to reserve a spot email
lisa@yogaatthefarm.org
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Proceeds support PTSA events. Click
here
for more information.
PTSA is hosting
SAT Bootcamp on March 3rd-4th,
which will review the
SAT
. The Bootcamp will cost $175 and be run by Catalyst Prep at Voorhees High School. ACT Bootcamp on March 24th-25th, which will review the ACT. The Bootcamp will cost $175 and be run by Catalyst Prep at North Hunterdon High School.
For more information for both Bootcamps.and to sign up click
here
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Shop Amazon.com
shop all year long and raise money for PTSA at the same time
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It’s simple and easy through Amazon Smile. Click
here
for more information on how to join. Remember that PTSA exists to raise money for every class. “We are working together for your student, all 4 years!”
Upcoming PTSA events:
Senior Banquet
will be held on Wednesday, April 25, 2018 at the Hunterdon Hills Playhouse. More information coming soon.
Become a part of PTSA
and help our students have the best year ever!
Next Meeting is Monday, February 12, 2018 @ 7pm in Café B
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All are welcome to attend!
Support your North Students!
Check out our
Online Store
to purchase
the
2017/18 NHHS Calendar, Kid Stuff Books, and other PTSA items.
Use Code
: North2017
Follow us on
Instagram
and like us on
Facebook
! The PTSA offers scholarships to graduating Seniors of PTSA members. Please see the Guidance website under local scholarships for an application.
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Warm up with some music during these cold winter days.
Mark your calendars!
- Winter musical performance of Thoroughly Modern Millie - March 2, 3 & 4
- Marching band in the Clinton St. Patrick’s Day Parade - March 11
- 16th annual Prism Concert - March 22
Look for
Thoroughly Modern Millie
ticket information in this newsletter and look for the NHMA at each performance. We will be providing concessions, flowers, and personalized Candygrams. So, bring a little extra cash to support the programs and scholarships of the Music Association… and, in turn, of our music students!
Preparations have begun for the Prism concert. You won’t want to miss this amazing event ~ a combined effort of choral and instrumental talents. Avoid waiting in line on the night of the show to buy tickets. Purchase tickets online! More info to come.
Join us for our next NHMA meeting on Tuesday, February 13, 2018. We meet at 7 PM in the choir room (Rm 131).
www.nhvweb.net/nhhs/musicassociation
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LAST CALL!!! Annual NJ Devils Discounted Hockey Tickets
Every year, the NHEF gets the chance to offer discounted Devils tickets to the North community. Proceeds from all tickets sold using our coupon code will benefit the foundation. This year’s game is on
March 8, 2018 at 7:00 against the Winnipeg Jets.
Every ticket has a chance to win additional prizes with the biggest prize being the chance to win a deluxe box for a future Devils game! NHEF won the box in the 2015-16 hockey season and we then raffled it off at our spring fundraiser.
Be sure to choose NORTH HUNTERDON EDUCATION FOUNDATION at the checkout!
UPCOMING PARENT CHAT
Wednesday, February 21st
(following Guidance presentation on Early College Planning), please meet us in
Room 120
for Parent Chat:
- Topic for Chat: “Learn From Parents with Experience” - Ask questions and gain insight from parents with North graduates who have already experienced the college application process
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Free College Financial Planning Seminar
NHEF is sponsoring this seminar, which is open to parents of students in ALL grades.
The seminar is
Wednesday, March 7, 2018, 7:00–8:30pm at NHHS (in the theater).
Even if your family is not eligible for need-based aid, we will cover the best strategies on how to pay for college in the most cost-efficient manner—without it putting a strain on the rest of your finances. We’ll discuss the FAFSA form and all the other information you need to understand in order to maximize the amount of financial aid you are eligible to receive! Please RSVP to
NHEF@nhhsfoundation.org
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Save the Date!
NHEF is once again hosting the annual “Spring It On” fundraiser at Beneduce Winery on
Friday,
April 20th, 2017.
The evening will feature live entertainment, a 50/50 raffle, and we are working on a live auction!
Ticket pricing and details to follow! Visit our FaceBook page and website for more information.
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North Hunterdon High School
1445 State Route 31, Annandale, NJ 08801
(908) 713-4199
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