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| Sanborn Regional High School Points of Sanborn P.R.I.D.E.
A Weekly Newsletter That Promotes Our Core Values Of
Personalization,
Risk-Taking,
Integrity,
Discovery, and
Empowerment
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April 17, 2017 |
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| Upcoming Events |
| There is always something to do at SRHS. For a complete listing of our events for the 2016-2017 school year, click here . For the District's 2016-2017 Music and Fine Arts calendar, click here. |
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Dear Parents / Guardians, Students, Staff, and Friends of the Sanborn Regional High School Community. Here are your latest important announcements from Sanborn Regional High School:
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SRHS PTO Hosts Open Discussion About Ninth Grade For Parents
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Prom Tickets
Prom Will Be Held May 12, 2017
Prom 2017 - Tickets will be on sale for Prom 2017 beginning in April. Tickets will be $90 per person or $180 per couple. Tickets will be sold at lunch. Please remember that all class dues must be paid to your class advisor or treasurer before purchasing tickets. Please see a member of the Junior Class Prom Committee with any questions or email Ms. Millerd at
[email protected].
PROM ELIGIBILITY POLICY
On Friday, May 12, Prom day, students must be in attendance at school and be present in all of their academic classes in order to participate in Prom. If there are extenuating circumstances that require you to miss a class at any time during the day, you must present documentation for the absence. Examples of documentation include notes from a doctor visit, a dentist visit, a court date, or an appointment at the Division of Motor Vehicles. Absences due to appointments that are related to Prom preparation are not excused or documented absences and will preclude you from attending Prom on the evening of May 12.
The bell schedule for Friday, May 12, will be as follows:
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GRADES 9 and 10
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GRADES 11 and 12
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B DAY
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B DAY
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7:20-8:05
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45
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2
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45
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8:09-8:54
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45
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8:58-9:43
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8:58-9:43
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9:47-10:32
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45
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9:47-10:32
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10:36-11:02
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LUNCH
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10:36-11:21
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45
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11:06-11:51
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11:25-11:51
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LUNCH
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11:55-1:00
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FLT 1
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11:55-1:00
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FLT 1
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1:05-2:10
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FLT 2
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1:05-2:10
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FLT 2
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FLT 1 and FLT 2 periods have been designated academic classes for the purposes of re-teaching, intervention, and/or reassessment. Students will be notified by their teachers by May 11 at the latest if they are required to attend an FLT session on May 12. Students are responsible for checking their FLT schedule in the Enriching Students program. Students who do not attend their classes and scheduled FLT session(s) cannot attend prom.
- Students who are not scheduled for either FLT session may get dismissed after 11:51AM to get ready for the prom.
- Students who are scheduled for just one FLT session may get dismissed after 1:05PM to get ready for the prom.
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SCREENAGERS Comes to Timberlane
A Message From The Timberlane Parent Advisory Forum
THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO SANBORN FAMILIES:
Timberlane Parent Advisory Forum will be hosting two FREE showings of the award-winning documentary SCREENAGERS; neighboring community members are invited and encouraged to attend! This screening is available to parents, students (recommended for students in grade 5 and up), and community members. The event will be held in the auditorium at the Timberlane Performing Arts Center, 40 Greenough Rd, Plaistow, NH on
April 17, 2017 at 5pm
and 7p
m.
Filmmaker, parent, and physician Delaney Ruston reports the average child spends 6.5 hours a day looking at screens. This caused her to think about the friction occurring in homes and schools around negotiating screen time-friction she knew all too well.
In SCREENAGERS, as with her other award-winning documentaries on mental health, Dr. Ruston probes into the vulnerable corners of family life, including her own, to explore struggles over social media, video games, academics and internet addiction. Through poignant and unexpectedly funny stories, along with surprising insights from authors, psychologists, and brain scientists, SCREENAGERS reveals how tech time impacts children and teens' development and offers solutions on how adults can empower kids to best navigate the digital world and find balance. For more information please visit http://www.screenagersmovie.com/.
An informal question and answer session will immediately follow the documentary.
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Senior Spotlight : April Miller
An Article By Math and Physics Teacher Dr. Timothy Young
Editor's Note: Each week, one of our staff members will highlight the accomplishments of one of our grade 12 students.
 April Miller's name starts with an "A," which is at the top of the alphabet. April is at the top of every class that she is in! I've known April through most of her time at Sanborn, and she is a dream student for any teacher! She is thoughtful, hard working, funny, trustworthy, tall, a great sister, and a runner. Of course, I should not forget that she is also on the Tennis team, surfs, and is in Diversity Club. Whew.
I am bummed that she wasn't able to take a class with me this year, but I remember being impressed with April's determination and hard work in Algebra2 Honors. I know that she will apply that verve and resolve in college as she works toward a career in Nursing. I will miss chatting with April and her BFFs next year, but I know that the unhealthy people she is treating are getting the best of the best.
Here is what a few other teachers had to say about April:
English teacher Bari Boisvert has this to say about April:
April was one of the most positive and upbeat students in my AP Literature class. She was always one of the first people to finish her work and generally before the deadline. If she wasn't working diligently on her assignments, she could always be found reading a book. An English teacher's dream!
Technology teacher Jack Kelly
has this to say about April:
April Miller is a quiet leader in the Senior class. Her positive attitude and friendly demeanor have been a great help to the class officers and head advisors during Homecoming, Prom and Winter Carnival. April's contributions were recognized when she was chosen as an usher during last year's graduation. Easy to talk to, a top rate student, and with a great work ethic April Miller represents the best of Sanborn.
Science teacher Dan Smith
has this to say about April:
I have had April in my Microbiology class last year and my Advanced Placement Biology class this year. I have found her to be articulate, responsible, and mature beyond her years. She does her work diligently, consistently, and it is always of the highest quality. In a class of 20 students she is academically focused and consistently performs at the very top. She is goal oriented, motivated, open minded, creative and enjoys science. She is a polite and very nice young woman.
Track coach, and teacher, Scott Maxwell
has this to say about April:
I've had the pleasure of coaching April through cross country and winter track over the past 4 years. Despite her intense academic course load, work schedule, and countless other extra-curriculars, she has managed to make a serious commitment to distance running. Her enthusiasm, intelligence, and dedication make her a terrific role model. At practice and meets, she is always the first one to yell words of encouragement or to high-five a teammate after finishing a race. She has always been a great representative of Sanborn and I'm excited to see what the future holds for her!
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Athletic News
An Update From the Athletic Boosters
Athletic Booster News
Come see what's happening at home this week:
Monday, April 17, 2017
Varsity Baseball
4:30 pm
Varsity Softball
4:30 pm
Wednesday, April 19, 2017
JV Baseball
4 pm
Friday, April 21, 2017
Girls Tennis
4 pm
Our Concession Stand will be opening soon outside. Are you able or interested in helping out for an afternoon, hour, or anytime? Stop by or email us at
[email protected] to let us know. Volunteers are needed to open the stand. Did you know that we use the proceeds from the stand to help with the many events that we sponsor for YOUR athletes??
The next Athletic Booster meeting will be held on Thursday, April 20, 2017 at 7 pm in the Sanborn Room at the high school. Officer positions are up for re-election in May and we are looking for volunteers to come forward to keep this very important organization going.
Like us on Facebook to get the latest updates!
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NH AFL-CIO 2017 Scholarships
An Update From the Counseling Office
 NH AFL-CIO 2017 Scholarships
Students whose parents are members of a New Hampshire AFL-CIO affiliated local union may enter a competition for an AFL-CIO scholarship award. The first prize is $1,000. In order to apply, students must submit a 750-1,000 word (3-4 pages double-spaced) essay on the subject of "What is the biggest issue facing labor unions in the country this year, and why?" There is an application form that goes with the essay, and a parent/guardian must verify that she or he is a member in good standing of an AFL-CIO affiliated union here in New Hampshire. For more information, contact the School Counseling Office.
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Senior Spotlight : Brianna Hartford
An Article By Online Lab Supervisor Deirdre Cotter
Editor's Note: Each week, one of our staff members will highlight the accomplishments of one of our grade 12 students.
 Brianna has a plan! After she graduates from Sanborn she wants to further her education while working in the banking industry. The idea of customer service appeals to Brianna. She currently works at a retail store and enjoys interacting with her co-workers and especially her customers. She has worked there for a year and has built relationships with her customers. She knows the regulars by name and they know her. After having talked with one of Sanborn's guest Career Speakers from a local bank, Brianna learned that customer service is a big part of the job description. She also learned that branches encourage employees to go to school while working, which fits right into Brianna's current plan. Brianna would like to attend Great Bay Community College, fitting work around her class schedule.
Brianna enjoys working. When asked what she has gained from it she responded that she likes the independence, that earning money lets her contribute to her family and that it has helped her to open up and be comfortable talking with people. She's proud that she has been able to earn money so she can support herself and help those close to her.
Brianna is also proud of the fact that she got her license. She loves her jeep and with the money she earns at her job she plans on upgrading to a convertible! She enjoys driving around and listening to her favorite country and rap songs. Hopefully she does this while paying attention to the speed limit because her secret fantasy is to be a Nascar driver!
Here in class, Brianna always arrives with a smile. We chat about what's going on in the world and Brianna usually focuses on sympathizing with those having a tough time. She cares about people and likes to brighten their day. (She's done that for me on a number of occasions just by a kind word and a smile). Here at Sanborn, Brianna says that Ms. Pate has helped shape her outlook on life. Brianna remembers stories Ms. Pate would tell that show strategies for turning a negative situation into a positive one.
Brianna plans on using her experiences at Sanborn, at home and at work to help her reach her goals. I believe she will do just that and that wherever Brianna ends up she will be the woman greeting you with a smile and making your day!
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Student Council Receives National Recognition
Congratulations to Our Student Council On an Honor Well Deserved!
For the second consecutive year, the Sanborn Regional High School Student Council has received recognition as a National Council of Excellence from the National Association of Student Councils.
Principal Brian M. Stack had this to say about the award: "
Our Student Council organization is the single largest driving force that promotes a positive student-centered environment in our school community each and every day. The student representatives who are a part of our organization hold themselves to the highest of standards for moral character and academic excellence, and they are role model leaders in our school. Of all of the schools I have been associated with, none have been as professional or as active as the Student Council that I have now. I have nothing but the highest level of respect and admiration for them as an organization as they are a foundation to our success as a school."
The Student Council is run by veteran Holly Price, a teacher in the school's Family and Consumer Science program. Mrs. Price works tirelessly to provide opportunities for students to have leadership opportunities in the school community. This award is a testament to her ongoing efforts to do this.
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE STUDENT COUNCIL ON THIS ACCOMPLISHMENT!
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Summer STEM Academy Program at NECC Quarrybrook
Sponsored by Northern Essex Community College
This event is not sponsored by the Sanborn Regional School District
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Sophomore Team Collaborates With Cafeteria on Project
An Update From Michelle Wheeler
Fresh Picks Café Shows High Schoolers Link Between Public Policy and Healthy Eating Habits
At Sanborn Regional High School in Kingston, New Hampshire, school lunches from the Fresh Picks Café are more than just a source of sustenance, they're part of the curriculum.
In March, Fresh Picks Café joined with teachers in an interdisciplinary course on food to show students how public policy and politics influences food costs, nutritional quality, and most important to kids, taste.
The goal: Get students asking - Do federal regulations encourage or discourage healthy eating habits; and what steps can government take to help kids make smarter, healthier food choices?
The Fresh Picks Café class had students sample school lunches based on pre- and post- USDA Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act standards.
By comparing pre- and post-Act muffins, pizza, chicken, rice other foods, students got a taste for how changes in calories, whole grain, sodium and produce requirements affect flavor and portion sizes - and ultimately - kids' eating choices.
Taste Matters
What did the taste tests reveal?
"Students prefer white rice over the brown rice we're mandated to serve by Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids," says Fresh Picks Café Manager of Training and Nutrition Services, Frank Gillespie.
"The problem comes when kids won't eat the brown rice. If it's their only choice at school, they won't get the calories they need."
The lesson for students? Sanborn High social studies teacher Michelle Wheeler, explains:
"Kids learned that regulations that are well intended, don't always lead to positive results. Just because healthy food is available, doesn't mean kids will choose it."
"Taste matters to kids," explains Gillespie, who led the Fresh Picks Café class with Fresh Picks Café Executive Chef, Matt Pierce.
Healthy Food Is an Acquired Taste
Not all aspects of the USDA Act got a thumbs-down from kids. Students also learned that with time, they can acquire a taste for the healthier option; for example, whole wheat pizza crust versus white - so much so, they don't even notice a difference in taste.
Students also agreed that regulations capping calorie counts in school snacks are a good thing. When kids are forced to choose between an under-200-calorie whole grain cookie and no cookie, making the healthy choice is a no-brainer.
The More Kids Know, The Smarter They'll Choose
Through lessons in food science and nutrition, kids also learned to be skeptical of changes consumers are led to believe are healthy, but aren't; for example, reducing fat in yogurt and replacing it with sugar.
"The more kids know about what makes a healthy plate, and the factors that influence what's served at school and stocked at the grocery store, the more they'll be motivated to make the smart choice," says Gillespie.
"These are life-long lessons. At Fresh Picks Café, it's our mission to give them that foundation."
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Graduation Ceremony Will Be Friday, June 16
An Important Message From Principal Brian M. Stack
 To: Graduating Seniors
From: Brian M Stack, Principal
It is hard to believe your time at Sanborn is almost over! This is an exciting time of year with many events and activities culminating with graduation set for Friday, June 16, 2017. Congratulations to all seniors on your many accomplishments.
If weather permits, we will hold graduation on the library lawn. In the event of poor weather, we may have to hold graduation in the gymnasium. If this is the case all attendees will need a ticket to enter the gym. The week of graduation you will receive six (6) admission tickets for the gymnasium ceremony. That same week, we will also hold a lottery to distribute any extra tickets that we can to families that need more than 6 tickets. Due to fire code regulations, we may not be able to accommodate all requests for additional tickets. You are encouraged to ask your classmates if they have extra tickets they could give you if you need more than six.
The following is a list of senior activities for the remainder of the school year. Seniors who are on the "probationary" graduation list are not permitted to participate in senior activities and should speak to their counselor to find out what they need to do to be removed from probation. Please note the mandatory activities and graduation practices on June 15 and 16. Please also remember that all students must have their $50 class dues ($20 senior dues) paid in order to participate in the graduation ceremonies.
April 17 Spanish, French, and National Honor Society Inductions - 6:00pm in the auditorium
May 9 Spring Band Concert - 7:00pm in the Auditorium
May 12 Prom - 6:00pm at The Seaglass Restaurant, Salisbury, MA
May 15 Drama Dinner and Awards Night - 6:00pm in the cafeteria
May 16 Spring Choral Concert - 7:00pm in the Auditorium
May 22 Senior Recognition Banquet (By Invitation Only) - 5:00pm in the cafeteria
May 22 Scholarship and Academic Awards Night for Seniors - 7:00PM in the auditorium
June 6 Music Dinner and Awards Night - 6:00pm in the cafeteria
June 7 Senior Sports Awards - 6:00pm at DiBurro's in Haverhill
June 9 Last day of regular classes for seniors
Graduation Week Activities:
June 12 Reassessment Day 1 - Students only come to school to take any necessary reassessments.
June 12 Spring Sports Awards - 5:30pm in the cafeteria / auditorium
June 13 Reassessment Day 2 - Students only come to school to take any necessary reassessments.
June 14 Reassessment Day 3 - Students only come to school to take any necessary reassessments.
June 15 Mandatory Senior Day**
Graduation Practice - 9:00am to 11:00am in the gym
Yearbook Dedication - 11:00am in the auditorium
Baccalaureate, 6pm cookout and 7pm ceremony at St. Luke's in Newton (cap/gown)
June 16 Mandatory Senior Day**
Graduation Elementary School Walk - Report at 9:00am to SRHS
Class Day - 11:00am on the library lawn or the gym (cap/gown)
Senior Luncheon - 12:00 in the cafeteria
Senior Video - 1:00pm in the auditorium
Graduation - either 6:00pm on the library lawn or the gym (graduates must report at 5:00pm)
** All seniors who are participating in the graduation ceremony are required to participate in the mandatory practices on June 15 and 16.
The decision to hold graduation outside or inside is made 24 hours before the event. If it is outside, seating is unlimited. If it has to be inside, each graduate will only be given six tickets to distribute to family members for the event.
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Looking For Student Speakers For Graduation Events!
A Message From Principal Brian M. Stack
 Sanborn Regional High School is looking for students to deliver speeches for three graduation-related events: Scholarship Night, Class Day, and Graduation.
Who is eligible to apply?
All students in the Class of 2017 are encouraged to apply to be a student speaker at one of these events provided the student meets the three qualifications below.
- The student must be in good academic standing and on track to graduate with their class (no failing course grades or IWS grades) throughout the senior year.
- As a role model, the student may not have any major discipline infractions during their senior year (anything Level IV or above according to the student handbook is considered a major infraction) throughout the senior year.
- Have no more than 6 unexcused* absences to school throughout the senior year. *All absences are considered unexcused unless the school has documentation for a medical issue.
What kind of speech is appropriate to submit?
Students are encouraged to submit a speech for consideration at a graduation-related event. When deciding what topic or topics to focus the speech on, students should consider the following question: What key message or messages would I want given to me as a graduate at this ceremony? Although there is no official minimum or maximum length, an ideal speech would be between 500-750 words and would take approximately 5-7 minutes to deliver.
When is the speech due?
Students should send an electronic copy of their speech to Mr. Stack at his email address: [email protected] NO LATER THAN Friday May 5, 2017
What process will be used to select the winning speeches?
After May 5, Mr. Stack will turn over all the speeches to a jury of faculty members who will review them. This committee will select the speeches that have the most appropriate theme or message as semi-finalists. This review will be done blindly (no student names will be attached to the speeches). As part of this review, semi-finalist students may be asked to deliver a live version of their speech to the committee. The committee will identify the strongest public speakers and these students will be named finalists and offered the opportunity to deliver their speech at Scholarship Night, Class Day, or Graduation.
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Sanborn Ice Hockey Boosters to Host Golf Tournament
Come Support the Team!
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2017 Scholarship Drive
Help Us Reach Our Goal of $75,000 in Local Scholarships For the Community!
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Black Bear Happenings
A Program Hosted by Kingston Recreation Department
Kingston Recreation is excited to present
A
NH Fish and Wildlife Stewards presentation
About
Black Bear Happenings in New Hampshire
On
May 13th 2017 @ 1pm
At the Rec Center 24 Main Street Kingston.
We think this will be an exciting and educational presentation
Treats will be provided - admission is free-
Donations appreciated
Questions? call Paul Butler 603 531 3337
Not Sponsored by SRSD
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NH Renaissance Faire
Not Sponsored by SRSD
Parking Information for NH Renaissance Faire
THERE ARE CHANGES TO PARKING FOR THE NHRF FAIRE
NHRF MAIN OFF SITE PARKING LOTS
for Mapquest or Google or your GPS system
Use 138 Main St, Kingston, NH - on the Plains
This location will get you to the Faire Parking Lots and Shuttle Buses.
Use 9 Thorne Rd for HANDICAP PARKING ONLY
All of Thorne Rd. and the lot on the Faire grounds are HANDICAP PARKING ONLY
Use 71 Marshall Rd. for $2 Fee Parking
(there is not much room in this lot and it will fill early)
DO NOT use our mailing address, 44 Tucker Road
It will send you to a completely wrong town.
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Southern Rockingham Coalition for Healthy Youth
A Message From Director Charlotte Scott
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Do You Have Unwanted Clothing?
Please Use Our Planet Aid Donation Boxes, Located in the Staff Parking Lot
When you drop your unwanted clothing off in these bins, the SRHS PTO gets paid based on the weight of the clothing! This is a really easy way to help our school. All PTO proceeds go directly back to programming and scholarships that directly benefit our students.
Not Sponsored by the Sanborn Regional School District
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Help Sanborn End 68 Hours of Hunger
Make a Donation Today!
How you can help End 68 Hours of Hunger
Depending on the extent to which you want to become involved with the program, your participation can vary from a one- time contribution to monthly or even weekly participation.
Here is a list of the kinds of support that you can provide depending on your desired level of participation.
One event contributions:
You can send a single donation to P.O Box 240, Newton, NH 03858.
You can go shopping and purchase non-perishable food products (with expiration dates as far as possible into the future) and deliver them to us (requires prior arrangement so call us at (603)560-0151 or (978)210-1335 for a list of products and delivery arrangements).
You can host a fund raiser to earn money for the program. We can
help provide you with letter head, forms and if possible have someone there. We are gearing up for food drives this spring and summer and we need tons of volunteers for that to run smoo
thly!
Multiple event contributions
You can send us a check every month or as often as you wish to support our efforts.
You can set up a team to be responsible for one week each month. Packers go to the high school to our storage room, pack bags, and sometimes deliver them back to the schools filled.
You can help unload, sort, and store groceries after each delivery/purchase.
We currently need, canned pasta with meat, tuna, mayo, cereal bars/granola bars, crackers, cereal, canned fruit, jelly, and snacks or fun single serve items.
Perhaps you have your own ideas! We are open to suggestions! Call or write now!
Food donations can be dropped off at any of the Sanborn Schools in Newton and Kingston, the Nichols Library in Kingston, the Gale library in Newton and at Wicks and Whimsies 14 Main St, East Kingston, NH 03827.
Contact us: Program Coordinators:
Jenifer Hever 603 560 0151
Not Sponsored by the Sanborn Regional School District
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Reduced Rate Home Internet
Find Out If Your Family Qualifies For This Program
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We hope you all have a great week!
Sincerely,
Brian Stack, Principal Ann Hadwen, Assistant Principal / FLC Michael Turmelle, Assistant Principal / Curriculum Michelle Catena,Guidance Director Vicki Parady-Guay, Athletic Director Angelica Mahoney, Special Education Building Coordinator |
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