SANBORN REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
POINTS OF P.R.I.D.E.
A newsletter that promotes our core values of
P ersonalization, R isk-Taking, I ntegrity, D iscovery, and E mpowerment
May 8, 2020

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

Proud recipient of the 2018
NH Excellence in Education Award
A Message From Principal Brian M. Stack
Dear Sanborn Community,

The schools will continue to be under an order to remain in remote learning through the end of the year due to the COVID-19 crisis. This newsletter has valuable information in it to help students, parents, and community members navigate these complex times.

Student Item Pick-Up

Many have inquired about a process for students to pick up belongings. The school will release information soon on the process for this. Seniors will be permitted on campus on May 28 for this purpose, and Grades 911 will have campus access on June 8-9.

Important Dates

Event calendars have been modified, with changes to many events due to the closure of the campus. Here are some important dates to keep in mind:

  • May 28, 2020: Last day of regular classes for all students.
  • May 29, June 1, and June 2: Competency recovery days for all students.
  • June 5, 2020: Graduation

For a complete listing of all event plans for the end of the year, click the button below:

We are Worried About You!

Not a day goes by that my staff and I think about all of you, knowing the many challenges that this situation has brought for families and individuals. Please click on the link below. It will bring you to a wealth of resources that may help you and your family in this time of uncertainty.

Resources include information on financial assistance, housing, food and nutrition, crisis support, substance abuse, child care, and general COVID-19 information.
Seniors! Your Information is Needed for a Slideshow

Please click the button below to fill out your information:
Please Watch Mr. Stack's 5.7.2020 Remote Learning Video Update
Remote Learning Bell Schedule
Senior Spotlight: Jessica Sampson
An Article by Staff Member Dr. Kevin Conant
Assuming you look down when you walk, you may have seen Jessica in your travels. Most of the time she is smiling. Though she may appear to be withdrawn from her surroundings, she quickly changes once you get to know her. Mr. Kelly stated “Jess Sampson is quiet, until you get to know her. Then her sense of humor shines through.” I had the privilege of seeing this transformation in my classroom.

I am always surprised when I see a student outside of the walls of the school. Jessica transforms into a different person when you see her on the soccer field. She is no longer the quiet, reserved type. Instead, she turns into a leader. Yelling orders to her teammates to establish a defense. Another aspect of Jessica that surprised me was her speed on the soccer field. Many times I saw her track down an opponent from behind because of that speed. She never gave up.

Mr. Kelly noted that “Jess is a country girl in all the best ways. She is comfortable on horseback or in a truck.” She feels right at home riding a horse. As a matter of fact, that is what she prefers to be doing. I give her credit for that because I am afraid of horses.

Ms. Farrar said of Jessica, “I have had the pleasure of working with Jess since 5th grade. I will miss her spunky personality and her great sense of humor. You can often find Jess at the barn working with the horses. Jessica is on track to graduate as a NH Scholar and plans to go into the trades and become an electrician after she graduates high school. Jessica is smart, hard working and no doubt will excel in the workforce. I will miss Jess, best of luck, keep up the good work!” Very well said Ms. Farrar.

Jessica, I have watched you change during your time in high school. I know you will be successful in whatever field you choose. I wish you all the best in your future endeavors. Congratulations on this great accomplishment.
Graduation Set For June 5, 2020
At the 5.5.2020 School Board meeting, the graduation date was set for Friday, June 5, 2020. Please take a few minutes to watch the video with the information that was presented to the Board. It addresses many of the questions you may have on how the ceremony will be run during the social distancing restrictions we are currently under. These are very trying times for all of us. I look forward to joining all of you as we celebrate the academic accomplishments of an amazing and resilient Sanborn Class of 2020.
Scholarship Night Set for May 18, 2020 as a Live Internet Broadcast
Please join us in honoring our seniors at our annual Scholarship Awards Night on Monday, May 18 at 7:00PM. Since we cannot meet in person, this event will be broadcast live on YouTube for all to watch from home using this link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8F3k2Cj323q59erxLOc6Uw
NHADA.NHIAA Scholar Athletes to Appear in Sunday Union Leader
NHADA/NHIAA Scholar Athletes will be in the Union Leader, Sunday edition on May 10th, Mother’s Day
Pick up a copy and see the two page spread honoring our own students:

Hannah Ehlers Eric Sitomer
Courtney Gelina John Fuccione
Izzi Giles Jarrod St. Jean
Emily Hinckley Oliver Soares
Rachel Kelly Max Perreault
Melina Postema Ian Marsh
Zachary Cardoso Brayden LaChapelle

Great way to add a memory to your scrapbook! 
Strategies for Caregivers and Kids to Manage Stress, Loss, and Trauma Responses.
Hello Families & Caregivers!

The school psychologists are offering another presentation in the Sanborn Supports Series titled: 'Strategies for Caregivers and Kids to Manage Stress, Loss, and Trauma Responses.' The presentation will be held on Tuesday 5/12 from 3:00-4:00 pm.

If you can't make this meeting time, don't worry! The school psychologists will record the first portion of the presentation where they will go over their information and it will be available to the Sanborn community.

Here is the link: (copy and paste it into your web browser)
https://zoom.us/j/6634334746?pwd=eDUveFpYT0Rkam5aYUJienQzS1hwQT09

If you have Zoom, you can also use this Meeting ID: 663 433 4746

YOU WILL ALSO NEED THE FOLLOWING PASSWORD TO ACCESS THE MEETING:
Password: NDAS20

See you there!
Driver Education Information
The next Driver education course will begin June 14, 2020 and run until July 29, 2020. Classroom academics will be done remotely via zoom. Driving will start when the Governor lifts the restriction.

The prior May course and June course will run together. The student cannot be younger than 15 years and 9 months old on June 14, 2020. Sign-up online at:  www.prostaffdrivingschool.com, Rick & Karen
A Message From the Yearbook
A Message From Our School Counselors
Did you know that May is Mental Health Awareness Month? During this time of social distancing so many people are struggling with maintaining a healthy emotional state. The COVID-19 pandemic represents the greatest crisis to ever hit community mental health and addiction treatment providers. As humans, we are naturally inclined to spend time with others. When this is limited, we all struggle.

Here are some facts about Mental Health:

1 in 5 adults in America experience a mental illness.

Nearly 1 in 25 (10 million) adults in America live with a serious mental illness.

One-half of all chronic mental illness begins by the age of 14; three-quarters by the age of 24.

Approximately 10.2 million adults have co-occurring mental health and addiction disorders.

We all know about handwashing, exercising, and healthy eating to maintain good physical health but how can you support and educate your children about good mental health? Try some of these activities:
Pre-K- Elementary:
The Disney movie “Inside Out” is a fantastic movie for young children. Have a movie night with your kids, make some tasty snacks and then ask them some of these questions:

  • Riley’s 5 emotions were all in control of her at some points. What does it look like for you when those emotions are in control of you?
  • What are some of your core memories?
  • Are any emotions bad?
  • What emotions are easiest for you to feel? Which are the hardest?
  • What are some ways to cope with sadness, fear, disgust?
  • How can you be angry without hurting anyone? How can you be joyful and help others to feel Joy with you?

Draw an outline of a body, and color in where you feel different emotions in your body. GoNoodle is a popular kids YouTube channel that provides lots of opportunities for fun and engaging movement breaks. They also have a whole section on calming and relaxing strategies they call GoNoodle - Flow.
CosmicKids Yoga, available on YouTube, is a great tool for movement breaks that support regulation, breathing and mindfulness.

PBS.org is another great website with lots of resources for families. There are activities targeted for children from 2 years to 8 years old around emotional awareness, self-management, and social skills. Some of these family friendly activities also involve some PBS shows, which can be engaging for kids.

Middle/High School:

The “Inside Out” movie is also great for older students and the same questions could also be asked of them. In addition, Middle and High school students like to have their opinions heard. Sit with your child (or sometimes it is easier to talk with them without looking at them like in the car or on a walk) and ask them the following:

  • Have you ever experienced being labeled, branded or discredited?
  • Do you think tv/movies/social media lead to a negative image of mental health issues?
  • Have you ever seen a family member or a friend perpetuate a negative image of mental health issues?
  • Teens and pre-teens are very stressed and anxious nowadays, even more so without being able to physically connect with their peers. 

After you have had the conversation about mental health try this activity with your teen:

  • List 5 places you would like to travel to
  • What are 2 images for each of those locations
  • Make a folder in your pictures of each of these images so you can look at them when you are having a difficult moment
  • Make a COVID Bucket List. Each time you miss out on something because of staying at home, add it to the list. Then, you have a list of fun activities to do in the future. 

Opportunities to practice mindfulness with free phone or computer applications, including the Calm app or Headspace. Make/ decorate a gratitude jar. Use fun household items or things from nature and add one item each day that represents something you are grateful for!

The practice of gratitude and positive affirmations can be supportive to overall mental health. ThinkUp is an example of a free app that allows teens to pick affirmation topics and record them in their own voice.
As always, your counseling team is available for you and your child if you need support.

Sanborn End 68 Hours of Hunger Fundraiser to Honor Class of 2020
Sanborn End 68 Hours of Hunger has teamed up with a printing company to promote Sanborn PRIDE in our community and honor our 2020 graduates with a personalized yard sign.

Use the following link to order your lawn sign for your senior (click the button below). Please put your child's name in the comment link on the order page. You will need to upload your child's photo on that page as well. Plus a portion of proceeds will be going to Sanborn End 68 hours of hunger.
This Fundraiser is Not Being Run by the Sanborn Regional School District
Athletic Updates From Athletic Director Vicki Parady-Guay
Spring Season Announcement From Athletic Director Vicki Parady-Guay

The status of our spring sports has been determined by the announcement from the Governor putting schools in remote learning for the rest of the school year. It is very challenging times. We realize student-athletes are not ending their careers the way they have worked and dreamt about. We need to focus on what we have been able to experience this year and the future of good health and new opportunities. Please know we at Sanborn thank and wish the Seniors the best as they make their way on to the next chapter in their lives. We appreciate how you have represented Sanborn over the past four years with good sportsmanship and SANBORN PRIDE! Best of Luck!

This message below comes directly from our Executive Director of the NHIAA, Mr. Jeff Collins.

“In response to the recent Executive Order by New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu to continue remote instruction in New Hampshire schools throughout the remainder of the school year, the NHIAA Council has made the difficult decision to cancel the 2020 spring sports season and championships. This decision was not made lightly given what athletics mean to the participants, parents, and communities across the state. While it was our hope to salvage some portion of the spring season, the fact that schools will not reopen their doors to students this year and the uncertainty surrounding when or if social distancing guidelines will be lifted has made us face the stark reality that playing high school sports this spring is simply not an option. Rather, our focus in these most uncertain times must be to do everything we can to protect people from the pandemic and not contribute to the numbers who fall victim to the disease.
We recognize and share in the pain and heartbreak this decision will cause to all student-athletes this spring, particularly the seniors. Having said this, it is our sincere hope that the actions taken today, along with the Governor’s orders and DHHS guidelines designed to slow the spread of this global pandemic will enable schools to reopen this fall with face-to-face instruction and a full slate of athletic contests to be played and enjoyed by all.”
Seacoast School of Technology (SST) Announcements
An Update by SST Principal Sharon Wilson
Seacoast School of Technology Families,

I hope you are all faring as best as possible during these unsettling times. I continue to be in awe of the dedication and incredible work that we are able to do in partnership to support our students and provide the best semblance of consistency possible all things considered.

I’m aware that the “virtual” aspect of our situation means that everyone is inundated with a large number of emails. I’m trying to address as many possible topics in this one message, so I will label topics:

Quarter 3: We will be ending Quarter 3 on April 3 (which is the normal date). Grades will be determined for Quarter 3 based on work assigned up through March 13 (the last day that we were in our building).
We believe the adjusting to remote learning is a process and we want to provide ample opportunity for that adjustment (for teachers and students) to occur without blurring the determination of the quarterly grade. Teachers will be flexible and accepting late work for students who have outstanding assignments for the period before March 13. We will do a grade change for Q 3 as necessary.

Quarter 4: We will continue to sift through some implications for Quarter 4 and work with our post-secondary partners in regards to dual enrollment.

Daily Schedule: Given the decision by Governor Sununu to extend remote learning through May 4th (at the least), we will be adjusting the daily schedule for our students that will provide a little more structure for students, families and teachers. Since our daily schedule is a dance with 6 Sending Schools, or dance partners, we will not be developing an SST wide schedule. Instead teachers are developing schedules that include optional check in times etc. We understand that in some areas the transition has been overwhelming and teachers have been looking at ways to provide flexible structures and engaging learning opportunities.

With the extension on Remote Learning we need to provide consistent and equitable opportunities for Remote Instruction while balancing the social and emotional stability of families, students and ourselves. "Feeling the need to be busy all the time is a trauma response and a fear-based distraction from what you'd be forced to acknowledge and feel, if you slowed down"(The Unbounded Spirit).

Portfolios: Students should not worry about portfolios at this time. Some of them are in a building we cannot access and we do not have an electronic system in place. Please cross portfolios off your list for this year.

Scholarships: Scholarship dates are postponed, but forthcoming. We have a form and abbreviated process that will be emailed out shortly.

Cancelled Trips and Refunds: We cannot access the building at this point, but we are exploring how to get refunds for trips to folks. Thank you for your patience.

National Technical Honor Society:
There is a slight delay to getting letters out, but you should be hearing shortly. Keep good thoughts, I was very impressed with the applications. At this point, the ceremony is on hold, but we are ordering stoles for graduation.

Medication Retrieval: I’ve attached a letter from our nurse, Lisa Chamberlain, regarding the procedure for parents to retrieve medication currently at SST.

April Break: SST will be in session the traditional week of April vacation and closed from Wednesday April 8th - Sunday April 12th. We understand this differs from our sending schools and will be flexible and accommodating for students.

Please reach out to me with any questions or if I can offer support in any way. I miss the students, faculty and staff of SST more than I can say.

Please be well,

Sharon Wilson, Principal, Seacoast School of Technology
Additional Directions for the Daily Focused Learning Time (FLT) Period
As we go deeper into remote learning, the need is greater for students to be able to take advantage of flexible learning with FLT (time for reteaching, intervention, and enrichment). Attendance for FLT is
  • MANDATORY: For students who are behind in their work or failing a class. One of your teachers will likely assign you to an FLT session during the week, or you can request to work with them on a day of your choosing. All schedules and requests to work with a teacher should be made using the online program Enriching Students.
  • OPTIONAL: For students who do not have any particular learning needs for a class. You can continue to work on your assignments independently or you can request to work with a teacher if you would like to during an FLT session during the week. 

All schedules and requests to work with a teacher should be made using the online program Enriching Students. Students can access this site by signing in with their Google account using the link above. If you are having difficulty with this, please email Mr. Stack at bstack@sau17.net and he will help you.
In general, FLT periods should be used for the following purposes:
  • Monday - B Honors/Clubs/FLT.
  • Tuesday - C Honors/Clubs/FLT
  • Wednesday - NO FLT
  • Thursday - E Clubs/FLT
  • Friday - F Honors/Clubs/FLT
Online Math Support Help Desk
Mrs. Goudreau, our math interventionist, is offering math support daily to students from 8:00AM - 1:30PM. Drop into her Zoom at any point when you need help.
Remote Learning Academic Help Desk
Free and Reduced Lunch Information
Important Notice:

If you did not qualify for free and reduced lunch prior to the COVID 19 pandemic and you think you qualify now may apply immediately.

This means you may become eligible for free food through the district.

Sanborn Regional School District is pleased to announce that we have received approval to provide free breakfasts and lunches to any student in the district in need.  Parents and or guardians will be able to pick up breakfasts and lunches for their children at Sanborn Regional High School on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 -11.

Fresh Picks Cafe staff will be in the bus loop in front of the school, please just pull up and a staff person will hand you the lunch. Kindly do not get out of your vehicles in order to keep with the covid-19 standards and ensure our employees stay healthy so they may continue to provide meals.

You do not need to have your children with you, there is no cost and you do not need to have been approved for Free or Reduced lunch you simply must have a child in the Sanborn School District. If your child has any food allergies and you would like meals please contact Heidi Leavitt.

Please email Heidi Leavitt at hleavitt@sau17.net if you have any questions."
Tech Issues? Here Is How To Get Help!
During the COVID-19 closure, the SRSD Technology Department has set up a hotline to help families diagnose and fix tech issues with school-issued devices. Here is how to reach them:

Email: helpdesk@sau17.net
Phone: (603) 642-3688, then hit #.
COVID-19 Health Updates From Nurse Karen
While the school campus is closed, remember to practice and reinforce good prevention habits with your friends and family:

  • MOST IMPORTANT: Practice social distancing. Avoid crowds, and stay at home as much as possible.
  • Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
  • Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
  • Wash hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing. If soap and water are not readily available, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.
The American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology recently issued a news release about albuterol inhaler shortages occurring in some parts of the country due to their use in treating COVID-19 patients. The news release explains what is happening, and how asthma patients can be prepared.
Ice Hockey Golf Tournament Moves to August
The first ever Sanborn High School Ice Hockey Program in Kingston, NH was established in 2012 with
the generosity of many businesses such as yours as well as our community. We competed at a Junior
Varsity Level for two years and are extremely excited that we are competing in our Fifth year as a
Varsity Team.

The Sanborn Ice Hockey players and their families are extremely dedicated and passionate. They
continue to work very hard in order to make the program possible. We have many talented and
dedicated hockey players who will continue to represent their school playing a sport they love.
Contributing to their high school athletic program will not only give them a great sense of belonging
and school pride but more importantly teaches life lessons. This is done with the help of a dedicated
coaching staff. They instill respect, discipline, teamwork perseverance and honesty. Unfortunately, our
hockey program does not receive funding for the program from the school budget. We continue to be
required to raise all the funds necessary to make this hockey program possible for our student athletes.
Sanborn Ice Hockey will be hosting our sixth annual Golf Tournament on Saturday, August 29th, 2020.
In order to make this fundraiser a great success, we are in need of hole sponsors as well as donations for
our raffle table. We greatly appreciate all donations and will work hard to maximize your company’s
visibility at our fundraising events. We will also publicly thank all the donors on our Facebook page as
well as our Hockey Program which is available at our games.

Please feel free to contact us for any additional information. Thank you for your time and consideration
in supporting the Sanborn Ice Hockey Program. All donations should be mailed to:

Sanborn Ice Hockey
PO Box 161
Kingston, NH 03848

It’s the generosity of businesses such as yours for kids in need that makes for a successful community
program. Sanborn Ice Hockey is a 501 (C) organization making your donation tax deductible.

Tax ID Number 80-0809306.

Sincerely,
Joe Radjavitch
An Update From Southern Rockingham Coalition for Youth (SoROCK)
SoRock is a community coalition designed to promote wellness and nurture resiliency for the children, youth and families of southern Rockingham County, with the goals of preventing substance misuse and reducing the stigma related to mental health issues.
An Update From Southern Rockingham Coalition for Youth (SoROCK)
PTO Clothing & Shoe Donation Bins
When you drop your unwanted clothing and shoes 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.  NOTE: Shoes must go in a separate bin.

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