SANBORN REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
POINTS OF P.R.I.D.E.
A weekly newsletter that promotes our core values of
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January 21, 2019

Sanborn Regional High School
17 Danville Road
Kingston, New Hampshire 03848
(603) 642-3341

Proud recipient of the 2018
NH Excellence in Education Award
SRSD will be closed on Monday, January 21, 2019 in observance of Martin Luther King Dr. Day.
Senior Spotlight: Matt Sarette
Note: Each week, we will feature 1-2 seniors with a spotlight article, written by a staff member.
This article was written by School Counseling Director Heidi Leavitt
One of the best things about being a school counselor is having the opportunity to watch students grow over the course of 4 years. I can honestly say that in 25 years of being a counselor one of the most tremendous transformations that I have been lucky enough to witness is in Matt Sarette. When Matt started high school he was a student who preferred to let others take the lead while he quietly followed behind. Who would have ever believed that 4 short years later Matt would be confidently leading students in the classroom, the work site and on the court/field.

Matt is one of the few students that has completed an internship in his Junior year. Matt worked in the facilities department at Riverwoods in Exeter. He primarily worked as an electrician and plumbing intern with the staff there. Kerrie Alley-Violette, Sanborn’s internship coordinator had this to say about Matt “Matt is an amazing young man. He is goal driven which has made him an outstanding intern for the last two years. Matt leads his peers by example with his hard working, never give up attitude. Matt has been a big contributor to our Sanborn community”. Matt learned a lot from his experience at Riverwoods and this year he is putting that experience into even more practical use as he works to ‘flip houses’ with his family.  

Matt is also a star in the classroom. He continues to challenge himself with classes that he knows will be difficult but in true ‘Matt style’ he meets the challenge head-on and rises to everyone's expectations. Heather Wheeler, a science teacher at Sanborn, had this to say about Matt “Matt is a laid back kid with a great sense of humor. He is an incredibly hard worker and takes initiative for his own learning. He is well liked by his classmates, we will miss him at Sanborn.”

The area that Matt has most shined in at Sanborn has been athletics. Matt has been involved in athletics for all 4 years- varsity basketball for 4 years, varsity track for 4 years and varsity football for 3 years. Josh White, Sanborn coach and PE teacher, reflected on Matt in this way “I have had the privilege of coaching Matt in football and having him in the classroom throughout his high school career. As a student, his work ethic is above average; he is always actively engaged in group discussion and classroom activities. As an athlete, Matt is a leader; he was our starting quarterback and chosen to be named captain of the varsity football team. Seeing Matt graduate will be bittersweet for me; although I will be sad to see him go, I know he will accomplish great things in his adult life.”

Matt is graduating as a NH Scholar with a Diploma with Distinction and when he leaves Sanborn he will be headed to Granite State Trade School for their plumbing program. Matt will initially receive his gas fitting license and will be working as an apprentice for 40-50 hours per week. To say that I admire and respect Matt is an understatement. He not only sets goals for himself but he creates the plan to achieve them and he follows through with it. Matt’s determination to succeed paired with his curiosity and perseverance will undoubtedly take him to great places. We will miss his quiet, confident leadership here at Sanborn but I know that he will continue to do amazing.
Senior Spotlight: Travis Sarette
Note: Each week, we will feature 1-2 seniors with a spotlight article, written by a staff member.
This article was written by teacher Jeff Adams
When you ask teachers to describe Travis Sarette as a student and young adult, you will hear such words as kind, polite, personable, athletic, sports fanatic and devoted. Travis has taken my Webpage, Gaming One, Gaming Two and is currently taking Tech My Way and he has always been one of the students who knows how to behave in class while still making the class have a fun atmosphere. Science teacher Caitlin Golino says “Travis is personable, polite and friendly. He really enjoys the sports teams that he is a part of and is a great contributor to team dynamics. He is upbeat and positive and always willing to offer support to his friends”.  Art teacher Marisa Vitolo wrote “Travis is a polite young man that is doing very well in ceramics. He talks about the projects with his cousin and brother - maybe competition? He looks forward to using the wheel”. Deirdre Cotter in the Counseling office said that “Travis is very friendly, kind to all and devoted to his family”.   

I have had the pleasure of having Travis in four technology classes and have found that he is easy to talk to, loves helping other students and is always polite to whoever he is talking with in the classroom. Travis likes to learn about technology, how things work and what make things work, which is why he has done very well in all technology classes. Upon graduation Travis would like to work as an apprentice in the Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) field. Then in September of 2019 Travis will be attending a 2 year program at Granite State Trade School after graduating from Sanborn Regional High School. He has enrolled in their HVAC program in order to earn a HVAC certification, which will allow him to find a full time job upon graduating from Granite State Trade School. Travis would like to find a good company to work for after earning his certification and then one day open his own HVAC Company. I want to take this time to thank Travis for being an outstanding member of the Sanborn Community.    
Senior Spotlight: Brian Kimball
Note: Each week, we will feature 1-2 seniors with a spotlight article, written by a staff member.
This article was written by teacher Brian Hurley
One of the things I have noticed over my 19 years at Sanborn is that the large majority of our students are generally really nice people. They might not all get into Harvard but you’re pretty certain they are going to make a nice life for themselves, and again, generally be a really nice person. Brian Kimball fits this mold. I had the honor of having Brian in my American History class last year. His contributions to class helped make it enjoyable for both myself and his classmates.

Science teacher Steven Bentley says, “Brian is motivated, likes doing experiments, and completes all of his work.”

Science teacher Liz Richardson says, “Brian is a sweet and caring student who is always looking out for his classmates and always trying to get people to laugh when they are down.”

I’d have to agree with my colleagues. He cares for his classmates and his teachers. With that mindset Brian is sure to have a successful future. Congratulations on wrapping up your high school career.  Keep on looking out for others and keep in touch with us here at Sanborn. I for one will miss seeing you around the halls.
3 Sanborn SST Students Receive Art Awards!
Sanborn Regional High School is excited to announce that three of its students have won Scholastic Art Awards as part of their program at the Seacoast School of Technology. They will be honored at a ceremony on February 10, 2019, at 1:00PM at Stockbridge Theater at Pinkerton Academy. Congratulations goes to:

  • Scott Hayden, Identity, Digital Art, Gold Key
  • Lauren Swanson, Whole World, Digital Art, Gold Key
  • Luke Larkham, Self, Digital Art, Silver Key

Please join us in celebrating the accomplishments of these young artists.
Luke Larkham
Scott Hayden
Lauren Swanson
Girls Basketball Planning "White Out" For Upcoming Bishop Brady Game
On Wednesday, January 23rd the Girls Basketball Team looks for their 6th win in a row against Bishop Brady (6-2). Girls Varsity Tips off at 6:30 and Junior Varsity starts at 5:00pm. We will be having a WHITEOUT for the game. Anyone who comes to the game and wears "WHITE" to support the Home team will be entered to win a Sanborn Girls Basketball Fan pack valued at $50 Dollars. Lets fill the gym to support our Girls Basketball team. We will draw the winner of the raffle during halftime. We need a loud crowd to support us as we look to climb up in the standings. Hope to see everyone there!
Seniors Planning Semi-Formal Dance January 25 For SRHS Students
Sanborn Starts Aviation Courses
Sanborn Regional High School is excited to be joining more than 100 schools in implementing the nationally recognized Aircraft Owners and Pilots Associations (AOPA) high school aviation science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) curriculum in the 2019-2020 school year. 

Sanborn will offer the first two of four aviation courses which will be open to students in grades 9-12. These courses will be taught by math teacher Dr. Kevin Conant. Dr. Conant, a Sanborn graduate, has extensive experience in the aviation industry. Students will have a unique opportunity to experience a first-of-its-kind, comprehensive, four-course aviation study program aligned with rigorous math and science standards used in approximately 30 states nationwide. The program aims to provide students the skills they need to pursue aviation-related career and educational opportunities. 

The courses are available in two pathways: pilot, and unmanned aircraft systems (drones).  
Schools nationwide will be implementing the curriculum in the 2019 – 2020 school year, and 25 schools will also be testing the eleventh-grade curriculum. AOPA will release subsequent courses each year until curriculum is completed for grades nine through 12.

All curriculum materials are provided to Sanborn at no cost. Generous donations made to the AOPA Foundation fund the development and distribution of the curriculum. The courses are aligned with Next Generation Science Standards and Common Core State Standards for Mathematics and come with all the resources teachers need including lesson plans, presentations, assessments, and rigorous, engaging, and fun student activities.

According to a 2018 Boeing study, there’s a growing demand for qualified people to fill aviation industry jobs, and it’s not slowing down. Globally, 635,000 commercial aircraft pilots; 622,000 technicians; and 858,000 cabin crew members are needed within the next 20 years. 

“With an unprecedented demand for careers in aviation, we are thrilled that so many high schools are utilizing our STEM curriculum to inspire students and give them the skills to pursue careers in aerospace,” said AOPA President and CEO Mark Baker. “Planting the seeds for the future workforce of our industry is part of AOPA’s mission to keep aviation vibrant. We are grateful to AOPA Foundation donors who make such programs possible. Their generosity is helping us make a difference in the lives of thousands of youth and to spur interest in aviation.”

Over the past 12 months, AOPA has worked with 80 schools across the country that implemented the ninth-grade curriculum, serving more than 2,000 students. In addition, 25 schools tested the tenth-grade curriculum. 
Before implementing the curriculum, teachers are required to participate in a three-day professional development workshop at AOPA headquarters in Frederick, MD to gain a deeper understanding of the materials, learn about available resources, and network with other aviation educators. Dr. Conant is excited to be participating in this training in April of 2019. 

To learn more about AOPA’s high school aviation STEM curriculum, contact the High School Aviation Initiative team at hs@aopa.org. You can also visit AOPA’s You Can Fly page. 
If you’d like to speak to someone from Sanborn about this unique and exciting opportunity, please contact Dr. Kevin Conant at keconant@sau17.net or Principal Brian M. Stack at bstack@sau17.net. 
AOPA is also available for interviews. Please feel free to contact Jennifer Non at Jennifer.Non@aopa.org. 

AOPA HIGH SCHOOL INITIATIVE BY THE NUMBERS 

  • More than 100 schools will be using the ninth- and tenth-grade AOPA Aviation STEM Curriculum in the 2019-2020 school year 
  • 80 schools utilized the ninth-grade AOPA Aviation STEM Curriculum in the 2018-2019 school year
  • 25 schools field-tested the 10th grade AOPA Aviation STEM Curriculum in the 2018-2019 school year
  • $0 cost for schools to utilize the AOPA Aviation STEM Curriculum 
  • 25 percent of students currently using the ninth-grade AOPA Aviation STEM Curriculum are female
  • 53 percent of students currently using the ninth-grade AOPA Aviation STEM Curriculum are in underrepresented groups
  • 2.1 million pilots, technicians, and cabin crew will be needed by 2036 according to Boeing

About AOPA

Since 1939, AOPA has protected the freedom to fly for thousands of pilots, aircraft owners and aviation enthusiasts. AOPA is the world’s largest aviation member association. With representatives based in Frederick, Md., Washington, D.C., and seven regions across the United States, AOPA provides member services that range from advocacy at the federal, state, and local levels to legal services, flight planning products, safety programs and award-winning media. To learn more, visit www.aopa.org.
Have Your Purchased Your 2019 Sanborn Calendar Yet?
Athletic Booster Update
Your Athletic Boosters will meet this Thursday January 17 th  @ the indoor concession booth. Boys JV and Varsity have home games vs Milford High School, see you for 7:00pm.

Our signup genius has been updated for the Basketball Season, come on out and join us to cheer on the players!
Summer 2019 Enrichment Camps
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND: Sanborn Schools are offering a variety of week-long summer enrichment camps. These camps are open to both Sanborn and non-Sanborn students. Space is limited, so ACT FAST to secure your spot in one of these camps today by submitting a registration using this button:
Upcoming Kingston Rec Programs
Yearbook Information
Come To The Next PTO Meeting!
The mission of the Sanborn Regional High School Parent Teacher Organization is to enhance and support the Sanborn Regional High School learning community of students, staff, and families of Fremont, Kingston, and Newton.

This is accomplished through the following endeavors: Community Outreach, Teacher Involvement, Educational Programs, Civic Cooperation, Volunteer Programs, and Fundraising.

When we all help a little it is amazing how much we accomplish as an organization.

Our next meeting will be on Wednesday, February 20th at 6pm in Room 137 at the school. We normally meet the 3rd Wednesday of every month at 6pm.

If you have any questions or information you would like to share with our organization, please contact Barbara Munroe, PTO President, at bemunroe1@gmail.com or Tammy Gluck, PTO Vice President, at tammykgluck@gmail.com. 
An Update From Southern Rockingham Coalition for Youth (SoROCK)
Hello Sanborn Community!

I hope everyone is staying warm. SoRock has just wrapped up our free Staying Connected with your Teen workshop through Teen Institute. Those who attended learned skills for increasing communication and decreasing conflict, ways to bond with their teen, strategies for preventing high-risk behaviors, how to involve your teen at home in problem-solving, decision making, and responsibility and more. If you missed the workshop but are interested in attending one in the future, please contact us for more information.  

We will soon be wrapping out our winter session of the P.A.S.T.A Caregiver and grandparent support group with plans of a third session in the spring. The next meeting is on Monday 12/17 at 6pm at the Danville Community Center. We are currently looking for input from caregivers and grandparents in this position to help us prepare for, and possibly to attend, a meeting with one of our NH Senators in the New Year. The meeting will be focused on filling gaps and meeting the needs of this growing population for both caregivers and the children.  

SoRock would like to acknowledge that the holiday season is a stressful one and is not necessarily joyful for everyone. Please remember self-care and stay connected to others. If you know someone who is struggling reach out and remind them, they are not alone. If you are in need resources, please visit 
www.naminh.org.

SoRock is a community-based coalition with over a 25-year history of working collaboratively with federal, state and local organizations to help promote, support and sustain healthy choices for families in our communities. We do this by actively working to reduce and prevent alcohol, marijuana, prescription and other drug misuse.  SoRock relies on community engagement to be successful in it’s mission. Please visit our website sorocknh.org or follow us on social media @SoRockNH to stay up to date on prevention programming and events in the area.  If you would like to get more involved reach out to me at sorocknhcc@gmail.com or give me a call anytime at 603-642-3341 x 196
 
Charlotte Scott
Coordinator, 
SoRock Coalition for Healthy Youth
An Important Message From School Administrators:
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PTO Clothing Donation Bins
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. 

Did you know? From April of 2015 - May 2017, this fundraiser has helped us raise nearly $2400.00 for the PTO. Help us double that number by sharing this opportunity with your friends, your family, and your neighbors!

* Not Sponsored by the Sanborn Regional School District
Brian M. Stack
Principal
Bob Dawson
Assistant Principal
Steve Krzyzanowski
Assistant Principal
Heidi Leavitt
Counseling Director
Vicki Parady-Guay
Athletic Director