NORTH HUNTERDON HIGH SCHOOL
Annandale, NJ
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February 2019 E-Newsletter
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Upcoming Events
The following is a list of important upcoming events:
- February 1 - Aspen opens for spring sports registration
- February 5 - PTSA Meeting, 7pm in room 120
- February 7 - Staff Appreciation Breakfast courtesy of PTSA
- February 7 - American Mathematics Competition, 7:45am in Cafeteria B
- February 7 - NCAA Night by Guidance Office, 7pm in theater
- February 7 - NHEF Parent Chat following Guidance Program in room 120
- February 8 - Deadline to register for March SAT, visit College Board website
- February 11 - NHEF-sponsored motivational speaker Eric LeGrand
- February 11 - Booster Club meeting, 7pm in faculty dining room
- February 12 - Music Association meeting, 7pm in choir room
- February 13 - Math League, 2:30pm in cafeterias
- February 13 - SEPAG Meeting, 6:30pm, District Office, lower level
- February 14 - Science League Competition, 2:30pm in cafeterias
- February 15-18 - No Homework Days
- February 15 - Half Day, Presidents' Weekend
- February 18 - School Closed, Presidents' Day
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- February 20 - Blood Drive 7:30am -3:00pm in main gym
- February 20 - Introduction to College Planning by Guidance Office, 7pm in theater
- February 21 - Principal's Parent Advisory Meeting, 9:00am in district office
- February 27 - Half day for students, staff in-service, 11:55am dismissal
- February 28 - Last day to register for spring sports
- February 28 - 3rd Marking Period midpoint
- March 1,2,3 - Catch Me If You Can, Winter Musical
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January Students of the Month
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Kaylyn Feeley
Class of 2019
Senior Kaylyn Feeley has had four impressive years at North Hunterdon. Kaylyn is a member of National Honor Society, Science Honor Society, Math Honor Society, and Spanish Honor Society. In Spanish Honor Society, she is the committee leader for the Spanish Immersion Summer Camp where she helps to plan and organize the summer camp. Kaylyn is involved in the after-school audition choirs through the North Hunterdon Music Department. She has been a member of Madrigals Singers (10th grade) and is currently a member of Chamber Choir (11th, 12th grades) and Show Choir (12th grade). In Chamber Choir, she was elected Vice President and was designated Soprano Section Leader. Kaylyn’s favorite class at North is AP Spanish with Senor Zamora. The class challenged her to become a better Spanish speaker and a better critical thinker. Her world view has expanded and she has learned much about other cultures, in turn making her realize how her own culture has influenced her. Since taking AP Spanish, Kaylyn is now confident speaking Spanish and has learned to push aside the fear of failure in order to improve her speaking abilities. Outside of school, Kaylyn is a member of Showkids Invitational Theatre (SKIT). She has been a member since 5th grade and has performed in 12 SKIT musicals. This year, Kaylyn is performing in
Newsies
and
Little Shop of Horrors
as Audrey, the female lead. Kaylyn is a counselor at Camp Carr, a camp she attended since age five. Next year, Kaylyn will be majoring in Neuroscience, a field she became interested in because of suffering from Post Concussion Syndrome and because of losing her grandma to Alzheimer’s Disease. Her favorite memories from North were performing in the choirs. It is extremely rewarding to perform what you have worked so hard on with the people you have bonded with, no matter how the performance goes.
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Andrew Tota
Class of 2019
Andrew Tota’s favorite classes at North Hunterdon are Latin and Biology. These are his favorite classes because they offer a good challenge and a reward. The cumulative nature of the material meant a good foundation in each topic was essential. For Latin, the ability to recall a learned material from the previous years at a moments’ notice became apparent when the class started authentic prose and poetry. This was especially rewarding when Andrew was able to make sense of the only first-hand account of the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius. AP Biology gave similar rewards by allowing him to apply his interests in the sciences towards the course work. The rigorous workload kept Andrew busy yet engaged in the workings of complex biological systems. The work ethic that he developed in these two courses has become a valuable tool that he employed in his other academic endeavors. Mrs. Mullay and Mrs. Gallo created a learning environment that was both encouraging and conducive to his success academically and socially. Andrew is a member of National Honor Society and Latin National Honor Society, where he earned an Exceptional Effort in Language Study Award last May. Andrew was a member of Cross Country his first three years at North. He is currently in Concert Choir, Chamber Choir, and Show Choir. He earned the Good Citizen Award in December 2018 and participates in various volunteering and community service at The Hunterdon County Library and United Way. Recently, Andrew joined the NHTO and was cast in the spring cabaret, fall play, and winter musical. One of his favorite memories from North was joining the theatre department. Andrew will never forget the warm feeling of being accepted into the community, which allowed him to explore a different facet of himself. Next year, Andrew plans to study Civil/Environmental Engineering.
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January Athletes of the Month
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Cassandra Adamcak
Class of 2019
Cassandra Adamcak is team captain of the Girls Fencing Team. She is a leader the girls can look up to and go to for support and guidance. Cassandra remains cool and calm on the strip while fencing and handles pressure during intense situations well. She keeps the team cheerful and energetic with her positive and outgoing personality. Cassandra does her best keeping everyone focused at practice. She helps everyone improve with technique and endurance while also finding ways to make it fun, like exercising through Just Dance. Cassandra has been a member of the fencing team since freshman year. She began fencing competitively outside of high school her sophomore year. She does not fence for any clubs, but competes in tournaments on her own time. Cassandra plans to continue fencing throughout college at a club level. She is undecided where she will be going but knows she will major in Biology. Cassandra has Type 1 Diabetes and would like to become a Pediatric Endocrinologist with a focus on Type 1 so she can help other kids learn to live with the disease. An interesting fact about Cassandra is she is Slovakian and can speak the language fluently. She loves to travel, specifically to the Caribbean because she loves snorkeling and diving. Her favorite trip so far was to Curacao where she was able to snorkel in the open ocean with green sea turtles.
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Nicholas Guasta
Class of 2019
Three year varsity starter on the basketball team, Nicholas Guasta, is currently having his best year. At the end of January, Nick was averaging 10.8 points, 5 rebounds, and 2 assists per game. He plays small forward and power forward for the Lions. Nick has always been a slasher. He gets to the rim and is able to finish in many different ways. Nick takes pride in his defense and likes to challenge himself by covering the best player on the other team. Over winter break, the team won the Whitehall Tournament. This is a tournament they have been in the finals all three of his years on varsity, but this is the first time they have won while he has been on the team. Nick has been playing competitive AAU (Travel Basketball) since the 4
th
grade. He has been able to play with many good players and make friends from all over the state. At North, Nick is a member of Interact and has especially enjoyed being captain for Friendship Day and a coach for Special Olympics. Next year, Nick is not sure what school he will be attending, but his top two choices are University of Florida and Clemson. He has already been accepted to the University of Illinois and Penn State. Nick is not sure if he will be playing at the varsity level, but knows he will continue to play basketball at some level. Wherever he ends up next year, he will be entering the business school to pursue a degree in Informational Systems.
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January Department Students
of the Month
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English
:
Andrew Trapp '19 and Tara Teipel '19
Fine Arts
: Bennett Clifford '20 and Maura Kelly '20
Mathematics
: Anneliese Johnson '22 and Ethan Kupershtein '19
Music
: Sanghyun Lee '19 and Katherine Toms '19
PE/Health:
Thomas Zappetti '19 and Christina Vogel '20
Practical Arts
: Kira Thomas '19 and Benjamin Kravitz '19
Science
: Sophia Reich '22 and Katie Zappetti '22
Social Studies
: Saman Lone '21 and Amelia Milza '21
World Language
:
Trevor Wise '19 and Megan Long '21
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January Good Citizens of the Month
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English
: John Schneiderhan '19 and Hannah Stapleton '19
Fine Arts
: Xavier Bennett '19 and Katherine Fullowan '19
Mathematics
: Jardelina Cerca '22 and Mya Santos '22
Music
: Bobby Fasciano '21 and Adrian Krowicki '19
PE/Health
: Jared Klimas '20 and Tenley Gregor '20
Practical Arts
: Amy Appollina '21 and Andrew Tota '19
Science
: Liam Driscoll '19 and Hunter Paulter '22
Social Studies
: Anna Kuglin '21 and Emma Munro '21
World Language
: Ryker Chauhan '22 and Shane Dunn '22
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Top January Tweets from Dr. Greg Cottrell @nhprincipal
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Teacher Appreciation Night at the boys basketball game. Great group of seniors and teachers on the court!
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The "Make It Monday" group painted inspiration messages on river rocks today. It is great to end a Monday on a positive note.
#northrocks
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Congratulations to Spanish Teacher, Summer Morris for being selected as the NHHS Teacher of the Year. She is an outstanding teacher who brightens the day of every student or teacher with whom she interacts. Great job Senora Morris!
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Congrats to Mrs. Allora for being selected as the NHHS Educational Services Professional of the year! A well-deserved honor for a committed professional and leader within our Child Study Team. She is a School Psychologist, Anti-Bullying Specialist and Freshman Class Advisor
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February is National American Heart Month.
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States. Every year, 1 in 4 deaths are caused by heart disease.
The good news? Heart disease can often be prevented when people make healthy choices and manage their health conditions. Communities, health professionals, and families can work together to create opportunities for people to make healthier choices.
Click
HERE for more information on staying heart healthy! (US Dept. Health and Human Services)
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The 2019 Junior Prom will take place on Saturday, March 9th at the Holiday Inn in Clinton, NJ. The evening will include dinner and dancing from 6:00pm-10:00pm. Tickets for the dance are $50 per person. Tickets need to be purchased online through the school’s ThunderTix system. The system will open to students on Friday, February 1st and will remain open until Sunday, February 24th.
Please click
here
for more information and to purchase tickets.
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The Class of 2021 officers and the North Hunterdon PTSA are hosting a Semi-Formal Dance for the sophomore class on Saturday, March 16 from 7:00-10:00pm at Beaver Brook Country Club. Tickets are $35 each, which includes dinner, beverages and ice cream bar, and of course the dancing! Tickets can be purchased online here:
https://tiny.ie/ajsqvw7. Tickets must be purchased by March 1st. This is dance is for sophomores only.
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American Mathematics Competition - February 7, 2019
In 1950, the first Mathematical Contest took place, sponsored by the New York Metropolitan Section of the Mathematics Association of America (MAA). 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 140 students at North Hunterdon will have the opportunity to participate in either the AMC 10 or AMC 12 on Thursday, February 7, 2019. 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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Our next Blood Drive will be held on Wednesday, February 20 from 7:30am - 3:00pm in the main gym. Please visit link below for the principal's letter and permission form. Save a life, give blood!
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Reminder to Seniors - The Google Form indicating the name you want on your diploma is due by February 8th. 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. Anthony Petraglia, Director of Student Activities at
apetraglia@nhvweb.net
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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 Friday, February 1 and will close on Thursday, 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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YARN and PLARN Club is a club where students can learn needle work such as crochet and knitting to make hand made hats, scarves, toys and sleeping mats for homeless kids/adults and snuggle blankets for shelter dogs and cats. Club members earn service hours for their achievements.
The club runs from 2:30pm-3pm, every Thursday afternoon, in room 201.
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Club members pictured above: Tayahra Robyn Griffin, Rena Li, Myla Schultz, Denay Cunha, Alexandra Ailara.
Also involved in the Plarn and Yarn Club is community member, Sally Kasulanis and Science Teacher and Club Advisor, Felicia Ledogar.
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Special Education Parent Advisory Group
(SEPAG)
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The next meeting of the Special Education Parent Advisory Group (SEPAG) will be held on Wednesday, February 13th at 6:30pm in the North Hunterdon-Voorhees district administration building, lower level.
Presenters and topics will be:
Karen Menke- Abilities of NJ Jersey/Employment Pathways will share info on vocational and day services available through the agency to adults with disabilities.
Scott Cohen - Transition Expo will present information on the upcoming Transition Expo.
Michael Steinbruck - is the PCAST Project Leader at the Boggs Center on Developmental Disabilities. His focus of the evening will be on development and delivery of person-centered thinking and planning and related organizational improvement efforts.
Hope to see you on February 13th!
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Catch Me If You Can - Winter Musical
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CATCH ME IF YOU CAN is coming to North Hunterdon High School!
Please join us for this classic, comedic, jazzy version of the 2002 critically-acclaimed film! It came to Broadway in 2011, and now it comes to the North Hunterdon High School stage, Live In Living Color! Watch an exciting cast of characters jet set their way across several different landscapes as the young Frank Abignale, Jr., discovers the seven wonders of the world in 1960's style.
The show is directed by Mrs. Mary Meo (English), conducted by Mr. Vincent Angeline (Music), choreographed by Mrs. Kerrie Decker (World Language), costumed by Ms. Regina Cavo (English), and produced by Mrs. Katie Meo Cudworth (Music), with vocals taught by Mr. Charlie Hopta (Music), set, crew, and tech supervised by Mr. Aaron Willsey (Special Education), Mr. Kevin Byrne, and Mrs. Ann Semanchik (Special Education), program publicity by Ms. Jacque Baehr (English), and makeup by Ms. Mary Piazza (English) and Mrs. Nancy Gaidos. Student Directors are senior, Meredith Harmon and junior, Paeton Horsch.
Performances are
March 1st and 2nd at 7pm, March 3rd at 2pm in the NHHS Theatre.
Once you have purchased your tickets online, please print and bring them with you to the performance.
Tickets are also available at the door, one hour before each performance. Student/senior citizen tickets are $10, adult tickets are $15.
Handicapped seating is available.
We are looking forward to seeing you at the show!
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The Northern Lights Art and Literary Magazine will be hosting an
Open Mic Night
on Friday, February 22nd, in room 241. (History Wing) All are encouraged to come out and share their voice!
The Open Mic Night will begin at
4:30 pm
and end at
7:00 pm
sharp
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Students should be sure to make arrangements to be picked up at 7:00 pm.
Admission will be
$3
at the door. Light refreshments and snacks will be available.
If you would like to sign up to read an original piece of writing, you may do so
here
. You can also choose to volunteer to read something spur of the moment as well.
We hope to see you all there and can't wait to hear your work!
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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 for sophomores and juniors on Saturday, February 9, 2019. An all-inclusive college prep workshop for parents will be presented while students are taking the test.
Dave the Rave's Birthday Celebration will be Thursday, February 21st during the boys basketball game against Hopewell Valley. The Booster Club will accept donations for the Special Olympics and we will have cupcakes at half-time. Dave will also 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 varsity basketball games and varsity wrestling matches. We offer drinks, candy, hot dogs, popcorn, pizza and nachos.
The Booster Club is seeking a Membership Coordinator for the 2019-2020 school year. Please email
nhhsbc@gmail.com
to volunteer. Our next meeting is Monday, February 11, 2019 in the Faculty Dining Room at 7:00pm. All are welcome!
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Staff Appreciation Breakfast
: February 7, 2019.
Thank you to everyone who signed up to donate food, give a monetary donation, or volunteer to help with the breakfast. It’s still not too late 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. New this year, each department will have the chance to win one of three VISA gift cards. As a reminder, donations must be dropped off between 5-7pm at the theater entrance on Wednesday, February 6th.
Your contribution is greatly appreciated to help make this much anticipated event a success.
Catalyst SAT Bootcamp
@ Voorhees on March 2nd and March 3rd.
Click here
for more info.
Save the Date - Sophomore Semi-Formal
@ Beaverbrook Country Club on Saturday, March 16th.
Click here
to order tickets online and for more details.
Shop
Smile.Amazon.com
and
raise money for our PTSA,
it’s simple and easy through Amazon Smile. Click
here
for more information on how to get set up. It doesn’t cost anything to participate and you can help our students by signing up. “We are working together for your student, all 4 years!”
Support your North Students!
Check out our
Spirit Wear Store
to purchase fabulous merchandise!
You're invited to take a Yoga break on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:15 - 7:15pm!
Open to Parents, Students & the Community. Mixed-Level Yoga class with instructor Lisa Perry are now held at the tranquil Valley Crest Farm. Classes are $5 per participant. Bring a mat/blanket and towel. Drop-ins welcome, or to reserve a spot email
Become a part of PTSA
and help our students and teachers have the best year ever!
Next Meeting is Tuesday, February 5th @ 7pm in Room 120
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All are welcome to attend! Agendas and meeting minutes are on our website. Have a question or comment? Please
email us
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Warm up with some music during these cold winter days.
Mark your calendars!
·
Winter musical performance of
Catch Me If You Can
- March 1, 2, & 3
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Marching band in the Clinton St. Patrick’s Day Parade - March 10
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16th annual Prism Concert - March 21
Look for
Catch Me If You Can
ticket information above 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 at our website found in the parent’s section of the North website. More info to come.
Join us for our next NHMA meeting on Tuesday, February 12, 2019!
We meet at 7 PM in the band room.
www.nhvweb.net/nhhs/musicassociation
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The North Hunterdon Education Foundation’s mission is
to enhance the quality of education by funding innovative programs. The NHEF Board, comprised of parents from the North Hunterdon High School sending districts, holds monthly meetings to review foundation activities as well as to review grants submitted by teachers.
Recent Grants Funded
Rutgers University cadaver lab trip
– In December, Anatomy students were able to visit the Rutgers University Cadaver Lab and participate in lab activities
Engineer’s Teaching Algebra Classroom Field Trip
- Algebra CP students – Look out for this engaging program which will help to make real world connections with Engineering. Two sessions will be held for nearly 100 students on February 28 and March 1.
Eric LeGrand
Presentation–
On February 11, Freshmen and Sophomores will hear the former Rutgers University standout’s motivational life experience in dealing with adversity.
College Exploration trip
– Students visited Monmouth University in November. They participated in an admissions talk and toured the campus to see a private, rural University.
President’s Weekend Fun!
Annual NJ Devils Discounted Hockey Tickets
Please join your North friends at the NJ Devil’s President’s Weekend Hockey game. (No school on Monday!)
Proceeds from all tickets sold using our
link
will benefit the foundation. This year’s game is on
Sunday,
February 17
at
6
:00
pm against
the
Buffalo Sabres
.
If the North Community purchases the most tickets, the NHEF will win a deluxe box for a future Devils game that we then raffle off at our spring fundraiser.
Be sure to choose NORTH HUNTERDON EDUCATION FOUNDATION at the checkout!
UPCOMING PARENT CHATS - “Learn From Parents with Experience” -
Ask questions and gain insight from parents with North graduates who have already experienced the college application process.
Wednesday, February 7
(following the Guidance presentation on NCAA requirements.)
Wednesday, February 20
(following the Guidance presentation of Intro to College Planning)
Free College Financial Planning Seminar
NHEF is sponsoring this seminar, which is open to parents of students in ALL grades.
The seminar is
scheduled for
Wednesday, March
13
, 201
9
, 7:00–8:30pm at NHHS
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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Come out to celebrate “Spring It On!” New Venue and Entertainment!
The
NHEF is once again hosting our annual “Spring It On” fundraiser at
Beaver Brook Country Club
on
Saturday
,
April
13
, 201
9
.
The evening will feature live entertainment, 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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