NORTH HUNTERDON HIGH SCHOOL
Annandale, NJ
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Upcoming Events
The following is a list of important upcoming events:
- June 3: Music Assoc. meeting, 7pm, Band Room
- June 4: Senior Awards/Athletic Awards, 6:30pm, Theater
- June 4: PTSA meeting, 7pm, Room 120
- June 4: Music Assoc. 7pm, Room 131
- June 5: Yearbook Distribution Day, Cafe B annex
- June 7-12: Final Exams, see schedule below. 11:55am dismissal each day
- June 12: Last day for Students
- June 13: Class of 2019 Graduation Ceremony, 12pm, Singley Field
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Friday June 7: Block 1 - 7:45 am - 9:45 am
Block 2 - 9:55 am - 11:55am
Mon. June 10: Block 3 - 7:45 am - 9:45am
Block 4 - 9:45am - 11:55am
Tues. June 11: Block 5 - 7:45am - 9:45am
Block 6 - 9:55am - 11:55am
Wed., June 12: Block 7 - 7:45am-9:45am
Block 8 - 9:55am - 11:55am
Each exam period will be two hours long with a ten minute passing period between exams. Students are to remain in the classroom for the entire exam period.
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May Students of the Month
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Erica Harmon
Class of 2019
Senior Erica Harmon will be attending Boston University in the fall to study Biology and follow the pre-med track. Erica has always enjoyed her English and Science classes while at North Hunterdon. This year, her favorite classes were AP Literature with Ms. Fedorko and AP Biology with Mrs. Flynn. Erica is a member of the National Honor Society, German Club, and the German Honor Society, in which she serves as President. After school, Erica is a member of North Hunterdon’s auditioned choirs, Madrigal Singers and Chamber Choir, where she is also the section leader. In the winter, she was a member of the fencing team and was the Epee Squad Captain. Erica has dedicated much of her free time to studying and extra-curricular activities at NHHS, she has also found time to work at Jerzee’s Pizza as a hostess for the past three years. Some of Erica’s favorite memories at North were Christmas caroling with the Chamber Choir, announcing the MVP after fencing meets, the blood drives, and the German Club Spaghetti-Eis party at the end of the year.
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Nicholas Paulter
Class of 2019
Nicholas Paulter has enjoyed all of his classes at North Hunterdon. Nick had the privilege of having Mrs. Mullay as his Latin teacher for the past four years. In history, he particularly liked learning about Roman and Greek society. AP World with Mr. Yocum was always interesting. Every conversation with Mr. McSweeney in AP Economics turned into a lesson about economics even if it did not start there. Taking Honors and AP English with Mrs. Simpson, Mrs. Erwin, and Mrs. Fedorko has taught him how to become a good writer and that he does not hate poetry. Mrs. Plaxe’s AP Chemistry and Mrs. Flynn’s AP Biology were challenging, but always a good time. Honors Pre-Calculus and AP Calculus with Mr. Cierech and Mr. Sorg solidified his math skills and prepared him well for the rigors of college mathematics. Over the last four years, Nick has been both a coach and team leader for Special Olympics. He enjoyed being a part of this organization because coaching and helping Special Olympic athletes is a very rewarding experience. Nick has been a Committee Leader for the Relay for Life and have been grateful for the opportunity to be part of this group. Involvement in National Honor Society, Peer Leaders, and Teen PEP has enabled him to contribute in a positive way to the school community. He has also been a member of the Math, History, Science, Latin, and Art Honor Societies, as well as Latin and French Clubs. Nick has been a part of the Interact Club and has participated in Friendship Day, Spike for the Cure, and Hoops for Heart. He has been a member of the Football and Track and Field teams throughout high school and has received Varsity letters in each. Nick was a part of the State Championship football team in 2017, received the Hard Hat Award for football, and was recognized as the Skylands Division Scholar Athlete representing North Hunterdon. Outside of school, Nick volunteers at his church every weekend. He will be attending Purdue University to pursue a degree in Mechanical Engineering.
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May Athletes of the Month
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Ethan Ho
Class of 2019
Ethan Ho has been playing tennis competitively since his freshman year at North Hunterdon. He has been a great leader for his teammates.
Ethan’s strongest skills in tennis are serving and playing at the net. He plays on the doubles varsity team. This year, the team made it farther than ever before. Ethan made it to the Hunterdon/Warren/Sussex finals and earned second place in the tournament. Outside of tennis, he is a member of Model UN. Ethan’s favorite part of tennis throughout high school has always been the team. He also enjoys the team aspect of tennis and has made some good friends along the way. Ethan learned a lot from his older teammates and is excited to see his younger teammates continue to grow. He loves to play tennis with friends when he isn’t playing for the Lions. Ethan plans to continue playing tennis for fun and maybe club tennis at school next year. He will be attending Rutgers University in the fall to major in Computer Science.
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Andrew Trapp
Class of 2019
Track and Field Runner, Andrew Trapp, has been running since the seventh grade. It wasn’t until coming to North Hunterdon to run under Coach Higgins that he became serious about running. Andrew runs the 800 meter and 1600 meter during the track season. His personal bests are 1:57 and 4:23 respectively. Andrew and his teammates recently placed as the sixth American and ninth overall 4x800 meter relay team in the Penn Relays Carnival. Their time was the fastest in the NJSIAA this season. Outside of running track and cross-country, Andrew is a member of the Interact Club and National Honor Society. Next year, he will be studying Business and Computer Science at Boston University while running Division 1 Track & Field and Cross-Country. An interesting fact about Andrew is that he watches Jeopardy every night with his mom and will miss that time dearly while in college.
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May Department Students
of the Month
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English
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Vanessa Moline '22 and Daniel Elwell '22
Fine Arts
: Adam Coe '19 and Meredith Harmon '19
Mathematics
: Jayde Anastasi '20 and Peyton Delaney '22
Music
: Sean Lee '19 and Tessa Wood '20
PE/Health
:
Emma D'Alesandro '21 and Ben Weiss '21
Practical Arts
: Emma Munro '21 and Gene Budsock '22
Science
: Colby Schneider '19 and Juliette Ruffo '19
Social Studies
: Niklas Hoyer '21 and Andrew Medeiros '21
World Language
:
Katherine Zappetti '22 and Prerna Shankar '22
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May Good Citizens of the Month
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English
: Samantha Snyder '22 and Robert Mazurkiewicz '22
Fine Arts
: Kacey McManus '21 and Mike Kane '19
Mathematics
: Kyle Silver '20 and Peter Tasy '20
Music
: Kaitlyn Jones '19 and Jacob Ciasulli '20
PE/Health
: Grace Berger '21 and James Holder '21
Practical Arts
: Danielle Miceli '21 and Carter Beswick '22
Science
: Nick Pauliuc '20 and Marlo Treece '21
Social Studies
: Lauren Stanzione '21 and Crystal Ade '21
World Language
: Ashley Trepkau '19 and Angelina Dyson '20
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Top May Tweets from Dr. Greg Cottrell @nhprincipal
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Congrats to Summer Morris and Jess Allora who were recognized today at the Hunterdon County teacher of the year luncheon. NHHS has some great educators and these are two of the best!
#LionPride
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Congrats to the WHAM team on winning the 2019 Warren Hunterdon Academic Meet Competition!
(left to right Kyle Jacowleff, Ryan McKeever, Michael Kochanowski, Arthur Lai, Rebecca Beswick)
#NorthRocks
#LionPride
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In spite of having to move inside, another awesome Relay For Life event took place at NHHS last night. Over $100k raised!!!! Thanks to everyone who participated, contributed and worked to make this event possible.
#northrocks
#LionPride
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The Special Olympics event took place yesterday at NHHS. It was a beautiful afternoon to celebrate the contributions of all of the athletes, coaches and supporters.
#NorthRocks
#LionPride
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Graduation and Senior Events - 2019
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Please click on the link below for information regarding Senior events and graduation.
The graduation ceremony for the Class of 2019 will be held on Thursday, June 13 at 12:00pm on Singley Field weather permitting (a notice will be posted on our website and emailed to senior parents if the ceremony is moved indoors). We are live streaming the ceremony again this year, check out website for the link to view.
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June is National Men's Health Month. Click
here for a link to information and tips on encouraging early detection and treatment in diseases of men.
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The New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association (NJSIAA) conducted its 26th Annual Scholar-Athlete Luncheon in May at the Pines Manor in Edison, NJ. Congratulations
to Richard Chen '19 for receiving the scholar-athlete award!
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The National Honor Society inducted 131 members on Tuesday, May 21. The National Honor Society (NHS) is the nation's premier organization established to recognize outstanding high school students. More than just an honor roll, NHS serves to recognize those students who have demonstrated excellence in the areas of scholarship, service, leadership, and character. These characteristics have been associated with membership in the organization since its beginning in 1921. Please click on the link for the names of the spring inductees.
2019 National Honor Society Spring Inductees
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Congratulations to Katarina Webb '21, who was
nominated by the Director of the Biomedical Academy, Dr. Donna Badgwell, to attend the Congress of Future Medical Leaders hosted by
The National Academy of Future Physicians and Medical Scientists.
Katarina will be attending this prestigious event at the University of Massachusetts this summer.
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Yearbook Distribution Day is on
Wednesday,
June 5th in Cafe B annex
.
Click Here
to see if a yearbook is waiting for you.
If not, bring $110 cash or check (payable to NHHS Activities) to purchase one
(
limited quantity available
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Get set for summer reading
As you make your summer vacation plans, don’t forget about your student’s summer reading assignment. All NHHS students, including incoming freshmen, are responsible for keeping their skills sharp over the summer by completing the reading assignment for their grade and level of English class.
Students can check out summer reading books in the Media Center through June 12. For the best selection and availability of titles, students should get their summer reading books before the end of school.
In the fall, all students must submit a written analysis to demonstrate their understanding of the books. Students should be sure to read carefully and actively, taking notes to help them remember important elements of plot, setting, and character.
The
Summer Reading web site
contains the assignments for each grade and level of English, lists of suggested titles for the free-choice portion of the assignment, and organizers for taking notes.
Most popular books at the NHHS Library
(based on 2018-2019 circulations)
Looking for Alaska
(Green)
Throne of Glass
(Maas)
The Hate U Give
(Thomas)
I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings
(Angelou)
Thirteen Reasons Why
(Asher)
Black Water
(MacHale)
The Fault in Our Stars
(Green)
A Quiet Kind of Thunder
(Barnard)
1984
(Orwell)
Going Bovine
(Bray)
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Chromebook Year-End Collection
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Before the school year ends, we need to collect all students’ Chromebooks in order to inventory the equipment and perform preventive maintenance over the summer. Only district-issued devices will be collected. Chromebooks will be collected on Wednesday, June 12 by the Block 8 classroom teacher, which is the last final exam of the day. For Freshmen, Sophomores, and Juniors, we will be collecting the Chromebooks without case and charger. Graduating seniors are the only group that need to return their Chromebooks with chargers and cases. Students can drop off their Chromebook earlier if they so desire, in the Technology Resource Center on June 6th, 7th, 10th or 11th. It is recommended that students save any locally stored files to their Google Drive before turning in their Chromebook.
Students may pick up their Chromebooks during the summer and the exact dates and times for pick-up will be sent to you in a later communication. If students do not pick up their Chromebooks prior to the opening of school, Chromebooks will be returned on the first day of school, August 22.
If someone needs to utilize his/her Chromebook over the summer for academic needs, he/she can submit a request to the assistant principal in charge of their grade level. Each request will be evaluated individually.
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Congratulations to the Class of 2019!
A big THANK YOU to everyone who contributed to the success of the Booster Club this year, and a special note of thanks to all of our parent volunteers! During the 2018-2019 school year, we celebrated our student athletes and coaches and wished Dave “The Rave” a very happy birthday- all due to the consistent help of our volunteers. The Booster Club also awarded several scholarships to our graduating senior athletes, purchased a scoreboard for the new Green Gym and and invested in a new Reggie the Lion costume.
THANK YOU - to all of our student-athletes! We wish our seniors the best of luck as they move on with the memories of NHHS athletics.
THANK YOU - to Julie Sieber for serving as the Booster Club Treasurer and Pam VanBelle our membership coordinator. Your time and contributions were invaluable!
Have a wonderful summer!
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Upcoming Events
Senior/Staff Luncheon
-June 11
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Our annual luncheon is a tradition that brings Seniors and North Staff together.
Thank you to ALL who have generously responded by donating or volunteering!
It’s not too late to help by donating,
click here
to contribute.
Project Graduation(PG)
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June 13-14
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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. PG takes place the evening after graduation and the students enjoy endless food and activities all night long.
Act now to sign up, it’s
not too late.
All participants will automatically be entered to win a set of Apple Air Pods, one of three Visa Gift Cards, Somerset Baseball tickets and more!
All flyers, forms, permission slips, are now available on the PTSA website or
click here
for a paper form. To purchase tickets online,
click here
. Parent volunteers are needed to organize and chaperone this event.
Click here
to volunteer or donate via sign up genius. WE NEED YOU!!!
We want to say thank you to ALL our proud sponsors!
Click here
for a list of our sponsors to date. Local businesses interested in Sponsorship can
click here
to get detailed info to support this worthy cause. You can also email:
nhhsptsa@yahoo.com
to inquire about making a financial donation to Project Graduation
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Parents, family, and friends can also donate by
clicking here
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Your contribution will help ensure our graduating Seniors have a safe graduation night. We appreciate your support!
Attention Senior Families-
The PTSA is selling Senior Class T-shirts with ALL graduates names listed on the back! We are also selling flowers. Both items can be preordered by
clicking here
. You can pick up your items at graduation. A table will be set up and you can also purchase onsite.
Important Info
Screen on the Green-
Thank
you to the Junior class officers and advisors for hosting a successful fun evening for all North students. Kona Ice, Local Harvest Pizza, and Oink Moo food trucks were a hit, and we appreciate them being a part of this event!
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/staff by signing up.
Show your North Pride!
Check out our
Spirit Wear Store
to purchase fabulous merchandise!
New items just added.
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, June 4
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@ 7pm in Room 120
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All are welcome to attend! Agendas and meeting minutes are on our
website
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We have an open board position(membership/ online sales) for next year. Any interested candidate, please come to our meeting or email us if you would like to be considered. Voting will take place during this meeting.
Stay connected
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We can only do what we do because of you
– and we did a lot this year! Thank you to the many hands and hearts dedicated to our music efforts.
To our graduating senior parents ~ we will miss you. To our returning families ~ we hope joining the NHMA is on your “to do” list.
Become a member over the summer.
Check for membership information in the summer Principal’s Newsletter and get connected right away with next year’s music department events. We are only as strong as our membership and there is so much we wish to accomplish!
It was a great year and we can’t wait to do it all again in the fall! Have a fantastic summer.
Join us for our final NHMA meeting on
Monday
, June 3, 2019.
We meet at 7 PM in the Band Room.
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COLLEGE BOUND
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Effective programming to assist North families through our Career and College Resource Center
The NHEF is pleased to announce that we are continuing our partnership with the English and Guidance departments at North Hunterdon High School to bring you the:
NHEF College Bound Summer Workshops:
Summer workshops, coaching, and tools to help successfully navigate the college admissions process
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!
Workshops are geared towards parents and students and will include:
FREE:
- Navigating the College Process: A Road Map – June 25 or July 30
- A Tremendous Tool to Start Your College Search: Hands-on demonstration of Naviance – June 25 or July 30
- College Applications 101: Navigating both the Common and Coalition Applications – June 26 or July 31
- You make the Decision: Become part of a College Admissions Committee for the Night - June 27 or August 1
Registration fee required:
- Essay Workshops: June 17 – June 21 (9-11:30 am and 1-3:30 pm) facilitated by Ms. Cavo and Ms. Fedorko in the English Dept $150.00
- Essay Workshop August 6, 8, 13 and 15 (Tuesdays and Thursdays) (6:00-8:00 pm) facilitated by Independent College Counselor, Lori Hofstetter $450.00
- College Coaching: One-hour session of individual college coaching $50.00
Registration Is Now Open!
click here:
Please visit our
website
for more information.
SAVE THE DATE!
The 5th annual
Running of the Lions
will take place on Sunday, October 27th 2019 at the running/track park across from NHHS. This is NHEF’s biggest fundraiser of the year, so start training for this great 5K NOW!
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Board of Education Updates
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Each month, we will include key topics discussed or approved at the most recent Board of Education meeting. Below are topics from the meeting on May 21, 2019,
click here for meeting agenda:
- Board recognized the Relay for Life Planning Committee and advisors for raising $100,000 for the American Cancer Society.
- First reading of revised Policy 2530 Library Resource Materials was approved by the Board. Second reading and final approval will take place at June 18th Board meeting.
- New three-year Comprehensive Equity Plan was approved by Board and submitted to County Education Office.
For more information on Board meetings and agendas, please visit the district website at
www.nhvweb.net and click on the District & BOE Services tab.
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Have a Happy and Safe Summer!
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North Hunterdon High School
1445 State Route 31, Annandale, NJ 08801
(908) 713-4199
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