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NORTH HUNTERDON HIGH SCHOOL
Principal's Newsletter - April 2017
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Important Dates
Please mark your calendar for the following dates:
- April 3, 4, 5: English/Language Arts PARCC Assessments
- April 3: 4th Marking Period begins
- April 4: PTSA meeting, 7:30 pm, Cafe B
- April 5: Math SAT Prep, 3-5 pm room 154
- April 6: STEM Night for Incoming Freshmen, 6:30-8:30 pm in cafeterias
- April 7: Poetry Slam, 4:00-8:00 pm, Media Center
- April 7: Deadline for May 6th SAT (at North) registration
- April 7: Freshman Handball Tournament, 7 pm in Boys Gym
- April 8: ACT test, NOT at North
- April 10: Booster Club meeting, 7pm in faculty dining room
- April 10: Alcohol and Drugs in Hunterdon County: What a Parent Needs to Know Program, 7pm in NH Theater
- April 11: Career Fair, during lunch mods in mall area
- April 11: Music Assoc. Meeting, 7:00 pm, Room 131
- April 12: Math SAT Prep, 3-5 pm room 154
- April 12: SEPAC Meeting, 6:30 pm, Media Center
- April 13-23: No Homework Days
- April 13-23: No School, Spring Break
- April 24: English SAT Prep, 3-5 pm room 110
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- April 24: SAFE in Hunterdon Youth Advisory Council meeting, 6pm in theater
- April 26: PTSA Senior Banquet, 6:30 pm, Hunterdon Hills Playhouse
- April 27: Parent Advisory Committee, 9:30 am, Media Center
- April 27-29: Scenes & Songs Cabaret, 7:00 pm, Theater
- April 30: Last day to register for Fall Cheerleading in Aspen
Click here for 2016-2017 District Calendar
Click here for North's Activities Calendar
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March Students of the Month
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Senior Rachel Wang serves as secretary for both Spanish Honor Society and National English Honor Society. She is also involved in Habitat for Humanity, National Honor Society, Math Honor Society, Creative Writing Club, and the Northern Lights Literary Magazine. Rachel is heavily involved in the music department as a string ensemble member and pit orchestra member for the past three years. This is where some of her favorite memories at North were created. The little day-to-day moments in orchestra class, playing alongside all of the ensembles during the finale piece of the Prism concert, and playing the violin solo for “Tango de Amor” in the Addams Family Musical. Rachel’s favorite class at North was AP Language and Composition with Ms. Carr. The class helped her understand the impact of words — that language is a choice and either each word she chooses can add to her credibility as a writer, or detract from it. Outside of school, Rachel is involved in her church’s youth group as a caretaker and worship team leader. She has participated in the Saturday Strings ensembles in Flemington for four years, serving as concertmaster of the advanced and chamber ensembles. Rachel plays in the Hunterdon Symphony as first violinist and volunteers as a studio assistant at the Hunterdon Art Museum. Next year, Rachel plans to major in English or Journalism at Washington and Lee University or the College of William and Mary.
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Issam Mardini - 2017
Sam Mardini has had four memorable years at North Hunterdon. His favorite classes at North have been AP Biology, BC Calculus, and AP Literature. AP Biology was a great experience because he was fascinated by the depth of information covered about our natural world and the fun classroom environment created by Mrs. Flynn. He enjoyed BC Calculus because of engaging challenges it presents and its direct applicability to real problems or project in the world. AP Literature is another favorite because its discussion based class work and its ability to make him think creatively. Some of Sam’s favorite memories have come from his time on the track team and their meets. The throwing team is incredibly close knit and together they helped each other work their hardest and reach their highest potential. Another favorite memory was the final project in AP Biology where he studied the effect of various chemicals on the nervous system of ants. Sam has participated in Track and Field, where he throws the Javelin, for all four years and Varsity for three years. He has also attended Winter Weight room for the past three years. Sam works at Oak Grove Plantation and Topline Farm, a horse barn. He will be studying either Engineering or Finance at either Rutgers, Virginia Tech, TCNJ, Northeastern, Rowan, NJIT, Susquehanna, or RIT.
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March Athletes of the Month
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Kelley McCarten - 2017
Track and Field and Cross Country athlete, Kelley McCarten has been running since the second grade. Kelley believes her strongest skills are her leadership to her teammates and her experience since she has been running for a long time. In Cross Country, she was a part of the Varsity Seven when they won the Northeast Regional Championships. She was also able to travel to Oregon for Nike Nationals, which was an amazing experience and something she will never forget. Recently, Kelley was a part of the Distance Medley Relay team where she ran the 800 leg. The relay won the Eastern States Meet in NYC and placed seventh at New Balance Nationals. She also runs the 1600 in track and individually qualified for the Meet of Champions in winter track in the 1600. Her time for the 800 is 2:21 and 5:10 for the 1600. Kelley is also a member of National Honor Society and is Treasurer of the Spanish Honor Society. She will be running Cross Country and Track for Elon University where she will study Health Science on a Pre-Med track.
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Karl Sethna - 2017
Senior Karl Sethna has been playing Lacrosse since he was in the sixth grade. Lacrosse is a sport he has always loved playing. Karl got involved with lacrosse when he was younger because he enjoyed playing football and did not have a contact sport to play in the spring. He is also a member of Interact Club and on the varsity basketball team. Karl plays point guard on the team and has played the sport since he was in first grade. His favorite memory from playing lacrosse at North was winning the Hunterdon/Warren/ Sussex Championship when he was a freshman. Karl is a three-year starter and saw playing time at the varsity level as a freshman. He has helped to anchor a defense that has set school records each of the past three seasons for the fewest goals allowed in school history. Karl considers his strongest skills his athleticism and motivation. He loves to run fast and try his best. The team looks forward to competing in the state and county tournaments this spring. We are excited to have Karl as a senior leader, and expect big things from him in the future when he leaves North Hunterdon. Next year, Karl plans to participate in club lacrosse. He is deciding between attending Maryland, Northeastern, and Pittsburgh.
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March Department Students of the Month
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English: John Schneiderhan '19 and Amanda Chisholm '19
Fine Arts: Brooke S'Dao '19 and Philip Frey '20
Mathematics: Robert Fodera '18 and Faith Fernandes '18
Music: Joshua Zaleha '17 and Thuy Blumenfeld '17
PE/Health: Noah Fisher '20 and Christina Vogel '20
Practical Arts: Audrey Riccitelli '17 and Tyler Sicola '18
Science: Erik Dehkes '18 and Namarata Battula '18
Social Studies: Issam Mardini '17 and Alisha Vekaria '18
World Language: Richard Wolf '17 and Zoe Chang '17
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March Good Citizens of the Month
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English: Jonah Lione '19 and Gwen Bernick '19
Fine Arts: Amy Schroeder '18 and Dillon Spear '17
Mathematics: Nathaniel Nemeth '20 and Breton MacNeil '19
Music: Maria Mancuso '19 and Nicholas LaBelle '17
PE/Health: Cal Harris '20 and Sana Sarker '20
Practical Arts: Kevin Williams '17 and Juliana Gonzalez-Rivas '19
Science: Ryan McKeever '20 and Zoe Reich '20
Social Studies: Emily Bucher '17 and Jacob Berg '17
World Language: Grace Palahnuk '20 and Luke Hannon '19
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PARCC Testing Information
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PARCC testing in April will be held on the following dates:
English 9, 10, and 11 on April 3, 4, and 5.
The testing will begin at 7:45 am and end at approximately 10:15 am, at which time we will be following a 2.5 hour delay bell schedule. Please remember to bring your fully charged chromebook and head sets.
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The topic for April is Cervical Cancer Awareness. Visit the link below for information.
Click Here
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Community Health & Wellness Education Series:
Alcohol and Drugs in Hunterdon County: What a Parent Needs to Know
April 10, 2017
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Since 1977,Hunterdon Drug Awareness Program (HDAP) has been a pillar in the community helping young adults recognize their drug problems and move along the path of recovery. Having worked with thousands of clients/families over the years, HDAP not only has a great understanding of the drug trends in our area, but what families of school age children need to know. They will cover current trends in all drugs used, signs to look for, and strategies for working with your children.
Presenters will be Jass Pelland, LCSW, LCADC, CIC - Clinical Director, and Glen Duncan, LPC, LCADC, CCS, ACS - Executive Director of HDAP.
The Presentation will begin at 7:00pm in the North Hunterdon High School Theater.
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Art Student Showcase
Skyler Hamilton '17
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Most of my work is conceptual. I base my works off personal experiences, thoughts, abstract ideas and the world and issues around me. I started out in drawing. I still love to draw, but there are unwritten rules with drawing. I don't get the satisfaction I do with it as I do forming 3-D figures and forms with my hands and building my ideas up. I make these ideas feel more real than I ever could with any other art medium. I've been working in Ceramics for over three years now and I'm still discovering myself as an ceramicist. I've based a few pieces on my favorite experiences with my grandfather who passed away two years ago. Other works I've based off who I am and who I am becoming. Certain other ideas - like my Raku sculpture of the Saturn Man (top left) - just sort of formed and became the way they were before my very eyes. It was almost as if the creative energy took over me. That Raku project I sculpted in less than a day and I still don't know what exactly inspired it. My abstract woman (bottom left), is based on how you can't portray a naked body without completely abstracting and censoring the parts it has, making them shapes so people can "appreciate the cubist style" rather than the body.
My Triptych (top right) is a story of my grandfather and me. It shows how we were before he passed away. I was happy and we were both full of life. The dark panel on the end shows how I was after he passed away. Clouded and rid with grief. There's lack of color in the piece besides the gold in the stars at the bottom that show I can make it through my mourning. The middle panel shows how I am as I recover and move forward. My grandpa isn't shown as a sun anymore, but as an eclipse. And I, as the moon, as eclipsing the sun with the solar system symbolizing my family and friends with me. It is a piece I’m most proud of and it shows a lot of who I am as an artist.
Lastly, my self portrait bust (bottom right). The two contrasting sides show different parts of me. The patchwork side shows how I have been torn apart and put together again, the patchwork being different parts of my personality. The pop-art comic book side shows different comics that kept me moving forward in the harder times of my life and it encompasses who I am in the quotes from Captain America and Spider-Man and more. I try and put a piece of me into most things that I create. I love the freedom of ceramics, and I hope to keep creating things in the future. - Skyler Hamilton, Class of 2017
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Larry Frederick Award Winner
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Mr. Steven DeLorenzo has been selected by the America's Blood Centers Awards of Excellence committee for the Larry Frederick Award given by America's Blood Centers. In 1982, as an on-duty police officer, Larry Frederick was struck by a car going 65 miles an hour. Frederick's life was saved by 110 pints of blood given by volunteer blood donors.
Mr. DeLorenzo has been working with the NJ Blood Center organizing blood drives at North Hunterdon High School since 2002. Under his leadership, North has been ranked #1 in high school blood drives for the last ten years. Congratulations, Mr. DeLorenzo!
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Special Education Parent Advisory Committee
(SEPAC)
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The next meeting of the Special Education Parent Advisory Committee (SEPAC) will be held on April 12, 2017 at 6:30 pm, in the North Hunterdon High School Media Center. The presenter will be Mr. William N. Presutti, MS, LDT/C, Director of the Regional Center for College Students with Learning Disabilities at Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr.Presutti will be presenting "College Students with Learning Disabilities: Transitioning from High School to College". The meeting is open to all adolescents who have a disability and parents/guardians of adolescents with disabilities.
If you are able to attend this meeting, please rsvp to Mrs. Publicover at
mpublicover@nhvweb.net. or call (908) 713-4169.
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Thomas Flynn '18 Piano Competition
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Thomas Flynn '18, was recently chosen to compete as one of ten finalists in The Claudette Sorel Piano Competition at SUNY Fredonia in Fredonia, NY. The Claudette Sorel Piano Competition is open to young artists ages 15-18 who are passionate about piano performance and repertoire. Finalists were asked to prepare a program of no longer than 15 minutes that demonstrated an artistic vision, such as works of a specific composer, known or unknown, a thematic connection between works, an original way of presenting the music, etc. The finalists were honored to each play a 15 minute recital in the acclaimed Juliet J. Rosch Recital Hall. The competition is named for pianist and SUNY Distinguished Professor Claudette Sorel and is supported, in perpetuity, by her foundation.
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U.S. Senate Youth Program
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Nicholas LaBelle '17 recently attended the United States Senate Youth Program held in Washington D.C. The U.S. Senate Youth Program is a unique educational experience for outstanding high school students interested in pursuing careers in public service.
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Moody's Mega Math Challenge
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Five North Hunterdon students participated in the Moody's Mega Math Challenge, and the team's solution was chosen to advance to the second round. Only 200 of the 1,121 teams were selected to the second round of judging. Congratulations to seniors, Max Mergentime, Nicholas Pittman, Elizabeth Fink, Connor Berson, and Sam Stentz. Good luck in the next round!
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Congratulations to the North Battle of the Books team, which won the 2nd place trophy in the statewide New Jersey High School Battle of the Books competition on March 10th in Highland Park. Freshmen
Paeton Horsch, Elizabeth Caso, Callisto Morgan, Jadyn Funkhouser, and Shaelyn Marks (pictured L-R), pushed the team over the top to make North one of only two teams in the state with flawless scores after six rounds of tough trivia questions. Congratulations Book Battlers!
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A Scenes and Songs Cabaret
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The North Hunterdon Theater Organization will present a
Scenes and Songs Cabaret on April 27, 28, and 29 at 7:00 pm in the theater.
This will be the
5th annual Cabaret in which students prepare monologues, partner scenes, solo songs, duets, and large cast musical numbers in a revue-style setting.
Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for students and senior citizens. Tickets can be purchased for general admission seating at 6:00 pm on performance nights.
Mark your calendar for this entertaining evening!
click here for more information
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Enthusiastic Reader Awards
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Congratulations to the following students who are this year's winners of the Hunterdon County Enthusiastic Reader Awards. One student countywide from grades K-12 is selected as the winner and this year the following North students will be honored:
Noah Mattke '20 (right), Chloe Neria '19 (bottom left), and Julia Miranda '18 (bottom right).
Congratulations to all!
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Congratulations to the following teachers who retained their championship title in the annual Trivia Bowl,
Mr. Sorg, Mrs. Mullay, Mr. Hopta, Mr. Halldorson, and Mr. Sosidka. The event raised $5,171.00 for St. Jude's Children Hospital! Thank you for supporting this worthy cause.
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Girl Scout Gold Award
Emelia Maslanka '17
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Senior, Emelia Maslanka has earned the Girl Scout Gold Award, the highest honor in Girl Scouting. For her Gold Award project, Emelia designed and developed a non-denominational youth group for 3-5 graders called Sunday Funday. Recognizing a need in the community, Emelia developed this program to help those in need while integrating service projects like collecting items for the homeless and non-perishable foods while making the sessions fun for the children. The program meets twice a month at Clinton Presbyterian Church. For more information on Sunday Funday, visit the Clinton Presbyterian Church website or Facebook page.
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On Friday, March 24, 2017, students participated in the Spike for a Cure Volleyball Tournament, which raised $27,740 for the Jason P. Schaible Memorial Fund.
“It is a lot of work to organize this event, but completely worth it. Everyone is having fun and it feels really good to raise over $27,000 for a great cause,” said senior Emily Russell, who spearheaded the organizing of Spike for a Cure along with girls’ volleyball head coach, Kirk Hissner.
Spike for a Cure is a round-robin volleyball tournament held every two years to raise money for a charity. This year, over 700 students competed on 82 competitive and non-competitive teams, with members of the North Hunterdon High School girls’ volleyball team serving as referees. This year, a team of staff members was part of the tournament, consisting of physical education teachers Chris Hrunka, Jared Mazzetta, William Krebs, Lauren Handel, Rebecca Schaefer and Sean Walsh.
For a second time in a row, the high school donated the money raised from Spike for a Cure to the Jason P. Schaible Memorial Fund, which raises money to provide non-medical support services to area families who have children with cancer.
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The North Hunterdon Girls Track and Field Booster is holding its 4th Annual Clothing Drive on Saturday, April 8 from 7:30am-2:30pm. Drop off bags under tent by turf field. Please considering donating. Tax receipts will be available.
Items accepted include: Clothing, Linens, Bedding, Shoes, Purses, Belts, Hats, Mittens, Soft Toys, Stuffed Animals
Please no electronics, books, yard toys, glass items, dishes, pots, bikes and furniture.
**Please Save Your Bags for Our Drive**
Any Questions, contact kellystenberg@me.com
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College Athletic Commitment Day
March 16, 2017
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Back Row (left to right): Rich Wolf (Princeton – Soccer), Kyle Lundeen (Susquehanna – Lacrosse), Tim Schumacher (TCNJ – Baseball), Billy Russo (Lafayette – Baseball), Charlie Tordik (Bentley – Football), Sean McQuade (York – Lacrosse), Bobby Brennan (Montclair – Lacrosse), Rory D’Alesandro (Undecided – Football)
Middle Row (left to right): Sarah Jennison (Ithaca – Volleyball), Sarah Gallo (Rowan – Volleyball), Meghan Graham (George Mason – Softball), Claudia Maira (Dickinson – Basketball), Pauline Jaffe (Wesleyan – Lacrosse), Samantha Magda (Stevens – Fencing), Abby Hilty (Washington – Volleyball), Kelly Corcoran (Scranton – Volleyball), Randy Ryan (Wentworth – Lacrosse)
Front Row: (left to right): Nicole Hauck (Susquehanna – Lacrosse), Melissa Meiners (Wheaton – Softball), Kristina Harrel (Roanoke – Basketball), Kelley McCarten (Elon – Track/XC), Anna DiMarcello (Dartmouth – Track/XC), Emelia Maslanka (Undecided – Track/XC), Skyler Farrand (Cedarville – Track/XC), Christof Ennis (Undecided – Football)
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Golden Lions Marching Band
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The North Hunterdon Golden Lions Marching Band participated in the Fourth Annual Clinton St. Patrick's Day Parade on March 13, 2017.
Come out to see the Golden Lions Marching Band when they march in the Flemington Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 29th. Parade begins at 9:30 am
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Spring sports season is upon us, which can mean thousands of athletes and spectators on the North Hunterdon High School campus at any given time. Please read the following reminders regarding parking lot safety so that cars, buses, and emergency vehicles can move through our parking lots safely and without incident.
- Parking in undesignated areas in the lots is prohibited.
- Do not park on the road next to the softball field, hockey field, and visitor bleachers. This has caused major traffic issues and must be avoided.
- Parking in any fire lane is prohibited.
- Do not park on the side of the ramp leading down to the District Office parking lot. This has caused fender benders and has prevented buses from moving through to the bus lot.
- Parking on the ramp to the Lion's Den parking lot is prohibited. Parking in undesignated spots in the Lion's Den area prevents athletic buses from dropping off/picking up students.
- No cars should idle around the circle on the Regional Road or Route 31 side. Buses pick up and drop off students at any given time and have priority.
- The speed limit is 5 mph at all times.
- All vehicles on campus must yield to pedestrians and school buses.
- Be courteous to the buses parked, unloading and loading students and equipment, entering and leaving the campus.
Reminder: Pets on property-Dogs and other pets (except guide animals) are prohibited on school property.
We appreciate your assistance with keeping our students, visitors, and spectators safe while on campus.
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“Spring It On” – SOLD OUT but you can still bid!!
Did you miss out on buying tickets to our second annual spring fundraiser at Beneduce Vineyard on April 7th? You can still support the foundation by taking part in the online auction of our fantastic prizes. Just go to Bidding Owl to see what we have and what you might want to bid on!
http://www.biddingowl.com/Auction/home.cfm?auctionID=3822
Battle of the Books –
CONGRATULATIONS!!
Congratulations to the students from North who won second place in the 2017 NJ High School Battle of the Books competition in Highland Park on March 9/17. NHEF was proud to sponsor these avid readers through the grant submitted by Librarian Martha Hickson. The books, which were read for the competition, are now a part of North’s library collection for all students to enjoy. Way to go!!
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Princeton Brass: Artist In Residence
The foundation was proud to fund an artist in residency grant on March 16th. Musicians from the Princeton Symphonic Brass collaborated with North Hunterdon band students during the school day and then held a joint concert that night. According to Mr. Vincent Angeline, North’s band director,
“This evening’s concert is an opportunity for students to hear and then perform alongside the Princeton Symphonic Brass in a concert setting. This performance is the culmination of a daylong residency consisting of workshops, master classes, rehearsals and concerts. Earlier today, members of the Princeton Symphonic Brass coached students to improve their musical capabilities, exposed students to music from different time periods, provided motivation to attain higher levels of performance and highlighted the role of music in their lives after high school . . . as a profession or more likely, as a lifelong passion for non-music majors.”
The concert featured a wide variety of music, which was showcased the quality and professionalism of the Princeton Symphonic Brass. A highlight of the evening was the collaboration between the North Hunterdon students and the PSB members on “I’m a Believer". The audience was very appreciative of the musical talents on display.
Please like us on Facebook! We’ll post about grants being funded, upcoming offerings through our Career and College Resource Center, and general information about the foundation and it’s work at North.
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The spring sports season has begun. Good luck to all of our teams! There will be Spring Spirit-wear sales in school during the month of April - look for t-shirt specials and great pricing on all our apparel and accessories! The outdoor concession will be open on a limited basis - please check our Facebook page for all updates at www.facebook.com/groups/1074881325929840.
If you are interested in becoming a team rep or another position in the Booster Club, please contact us at nhhsbc@gmail.com. Shadowing in the position for a year or two makes for an easier transition. Join us at our next booster club meeting on April 10th at 7:00 pm in the faculty dining room.
The Booster Club supports all athletic teams through fundraising. We hope you will consider volunteering your time to support our student-athletes!
Senior Athletic Awards Night will be held on May 31, 2017 at the Hunterdon Hills Playhouse.
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The Golden Lions Marching Band marched in Clinton’s 4th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Then, our choral and instrumental groups filled the gym with music at the 15th annual Prism Concert. The NHMA was proud to sponsor this concert with the help of
Hunterdon Eye Care. We hope you enjoyed the evening!
Mark your calendars!
- Spring Theater Production - April 27-29
- Spring Concerts - May 11 & 18
- Clinton Parade – 125th Anniversary of the Clinton Fire Department/50th Anniversary of Clinton Rescue, May 20
- Music Department Awards Banquet - May 24
- Marching Band in the Flemington Memorial Day Parade - May 29
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Next NHMA meeting:
Tuesday, April 11, 2017, at 7 PM in the choir room (Rm 131).
We have open Board positions for next year and hope to have you join our team!
Come to a meeting and see where you fit in. We
really need your help to continue our music mission! Website:
www.nhvweb.net/nhhs/musicassociation
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Upcoming Events Please Mark Your Calendar:
FRESHMAN HANDBALL TOURNAMENT- Friday, April 7th, 7PM in Boys Gym, Click here for more information and forms.
SENIOR BANQUET- Wednesday, April 26th, 6:30 –10 PM at Hunterdon Hills Playhouse—Senior Banquet is a kick off of senior graduation celebrations. This is an opportunity for the students and their parents to reminisce and celebrate the high school experience. A class montage video will be shown and the students will be presenting teacher awards at this event.
PROJECT GRADUATION– Thursday, June 15 - June 16, 6 AM at FunPlex in Mount Laurel, NJ. This drug and alcohol free celebration has been a tradition at NHHS for many years. It provides a fun and safe environment for the graduates to celebrate with their friends and classmates. The event takes place in the evening after graduation and the students enjoy endless food and activities all night long. All flyers, forms and permission slips and volunteer sign ups will be available on the PTSA website and also sent via email. Parent volunteers are needed to organize and chaperone these events. Please contact the PTSA at nhhsptsa@yahoo.com to volunteer.
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North Hunterdon High School
1445 State Route 31, Annandale, NJ 08801
(908) 713-4199
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