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 28, 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
Family Survey on Remote Learning For Sanborn Regional High School
The end of the school year is quickly approaching, and we would like to hear from our families about the remote learning experience so that we can reflect on it as an administrative team. Please take a few minutes to answer the questions below.

Thank you for your time and support!
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:
Competency Recovery Days at End of Academic Year
For all students, the last day of school will be Thursday, May 28. Students in grades 9-12 who need additional time to complete competency recovery work will be notified by their teacher no later than May 28 that they are to attend school on May 29, June 1, and/or June 2. The color assignments for the remainder of the year are below. June 2 will be a "flex" day, meaning that teachers and students will meet as needed at a mutually agreeable time.
Senior Spotlight: Walker Martin
An Article by Staff Member Jim Enright
I had the pleasure of first meeting Walker was when I became his Physical Science teacher half-way through his freshman year. Walker was a quiet but hard working student, and he has continued through his high school career to be just as quiet and dedicated to his school work. As Ms. Presby noted, “Walker always tries to do his best, and was one of my most improved students in Creative Writing!”

Walker is the kind of student who wants to do his best work and will look for solutions if he encounters challenges. His drive to succeed is evident in his classes. Mr. Croteau had this to say about Walker: “Walker is an extraordinary student. He is no nonsense when it comes to schoolwork, his motto is do it and do it right. Walker has been such a positive contributor to my psychology class. Walker is the one who delves into some deeper level, philosophical concepts with regard to our society and the individuals who make it what it is. Often, his thoughts are profound for a senior in high school! He is a joy to teach, and I've been lucky to see him mature into a fine young man since our 8th grade social studies class.
Ms. Richardson also echoes the same sentiment as Mr. Croteau by noting, “I have seen so much personal and academic growth in Walker. From the timid sophomore who wasn't sure if he wanted to take Honors Biology, but knew he needed a challenge, to the senior taking an ELO in science - so much confidence has been gained! He has the great attitude of ‘Roadblock? So what? I like challenges.’ This perseverance will take you far, Walker! Congratulations!”

Midway through Walker’s junior year, I had the opportunity to work with him again as he began working on an extended learning opportunity (ELO) for computer programming. In order to be able to understand the complex programming requirements of the project, he took it upon himself to enroll in on-line programming classes. The scope of that project also involved building a computer that would be able to handle multiple programming technologies and high resolution graphics. He took the initiative to research the needed components and work with the district network manager to build the computer. As Mrs. McCarthy says, “Walker has such an open mindedness that it makes it really fun to work with him. He is constantly evaluating his interests and learning more about such a variety of topics through Extended Learning Opportunities, online classes, and ongoing conversations with his teachers. The college exploration process has been so fun with him as he has so many ideas on what he wants to study and areas he wants to explore. He is going to find such success as he continues to learn so much about such a variety of topics and careers!”

After graduation, Walker will be attending Becker College in Worcester, MA. He will be studying all aspects of gaming design, including designer, programmer and artist. He already has some game design ideas in mind for when he eventually enters the profession. I’m eager to see all of the exciting things that Walker does!

Good luck Walker, Sanborn is going to miss you!
Senior Spotlight: Zach Ramsdell
An Article by Staff Member Liz Richardson
When I approached Zach Ramsdell back in the winter months about needing to talk to him in order to do his senior spotlight, he asked, “Why me?” I explained that we try to do one for every senior. Zach was not interested. Since we have been in remote learning, he has not responded to my emails, so I have no idea what he will be up to once he leaves Sanborn. 

I do know this: Zach has a great sense of humor, whether it be about tide pods or juul pods. He is one of those students who tries to find me everyday just so he can shout my first name down the hallway to see if there will be a new reaction. We bumped into each other at Memories last summer and I knew it was Zach who had noticed me, “Liz!” he shouted from behind me on the steps. Zach enjoys spending time with his significant other and friends. He puts his all in when he wants to, not when the powers that be tell him to. I hope he uses this trait positively in the future.

Mrs. Farrar says, “I have known Zach since middle school, as his former middle school counselor. He has always been a pleasure to work with. I enjoy how insightful he is and his great sense of humor! Zach is on track to graduate as a NH Scholar. I will miss Zach, but I'm certain he will flourish at college. Best of luck Zach!”
Senior Spotlight: Abigail Sevigney
An Article by Staff Member Heather Wheeler
I met Abigail during her sophomore year when she was in my biology class and when she took over the Class Treasurer position for her Class Council. Abbie immediately showed herself to be capable, organized and an extremely hard worker, independently creating and modifying spreadsheet after spreadsheet. She maintained the position through the end of her junior year and was instrumental in the planning and financial organizing that made her class’ Junior Prom a success.

During her senior year, Abbie has been a student intern working with our Life Skills Class. Her dedication and leadership in that role has been truly impressive. Abbie has modeled her sense of humor, her work ethic and her can-do attitude with the class. Always reliable and motivated to help, Abbie’s presence made the class fun and exciting for the students. From creating engaging hands-on lessons in science, to accompanying the group on field trips, to planning a very special Sevigney Sugar Shack field trip for the class herself, Abbie’s addition to the program was immeasurable.

Abbie shows a strong desire to make a positive impact on her community. She has welcomed the challenge of planning the Senior Class Trip, and as the year-end unfolds with unexpected challenges due to Covid-19, Abbie continues to work to create a gathering in the fall to which her class can look forward. Mrs. StJean had this to say of Abbie: “Abbie is a gem. She sees things for what they are and looks for ways to contribute to the greater good. Having Abbie in class for the past two years has been such a treat. She is a hard worker, always looking for ways to improve, and often takes on a leadership role in the classroom. I will miss her candor, her humor, and our long discussions about Grey's Anatomy!”

Abbie’s desire to help and to make a positive impact on her community makes it no surprise that she plans to pursue a nursing degree next year and hopes to become a pediatric nurse. Mrs. Farrar added, “Abbie is finishing her second year at the Seacoast School of Technology (SST) in the Health Science Technologies program. Currently Abbie is completing an internship here within the high school working with and supporting our life skill students; Abbie shares it is the best part of her school day. She will graduate as a New Hampshire Scholar with a Stem emphasis and with a thirty two Credit College and Career Diploma with Distinction. However Abbie is most proud of the fact that she holds a Certified Nurse’s Aide license in both Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Abbie has worked as an LNA at a local nursing home, also holding a certification in HeartSaver First Aid.” 

I have known Abbie to be practical and no-nonsense in her approach to problem solving, while she is caring and nurturing in her approach to helping others. She will be a wonderful pediatric nurse.

It has been a pleasure getting to know Abbie these last four years and watching her mature into the lovely young woman that she is. While I know that Abbie is ready to move on to her next endeavors, I will surely miss her next year!

Congratulations Abigail Marie and the class of 2020!
Parent Presentation: Summer Planning With Meaningful Moments: Promoting Resilience and Connection
Hello Families & Caregivers!

The school psychologists are offering another presentation in the Sanborn Supports Series titled: 'Summer Planning with Meaningful Moments: Promoting Resilience and Connection'. The presentation will be held on  Thursday 5/28 from 3:00-4:00 pm. 

Here is the link: (copy and paste it into your web browser)

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

If you cannot attend the session but would like the resources presented by the school psychologists, please feel free to email Audrey Willis at  awillis@sau17.net . 

See you there! 
One Lucky Sanborn Senior Will Win a Car at Graduation!
Retirement Parade for Bakie School's Preschool Coordinator Robin Baker
Attention Sanborn Families!!!

Our cherished and devoted Preschool Coordinator, Robin Baker, is retiring after 31 years of endless devotion, hugs, support and nurturance to our young learners and families.

Please join us in congratulating her and celebrating her retirement with a parade of affection.

The details:

The retirement parade for Robin Baker will begin at the Sanborn Regional High School on June 2nd. Cars will line up in the parking lot of the high school between 2:30 and 3:00. The parade will leave the SRHS promptly at 3 pm and continue to the Bakie School, looping through the parking lot. Friends can decorate the car, hold banners or signs and honk your horn to celebrate Robin’s amazing 31 years.
Baccalaureate 2020 Ceremony Information
Sanborn Regional High School is proud to be partnering with the First Congregational Church of Kingston to run its annual Baccalaureate Ceremony to honor the graduates in the Class of 2020. Graduates, their families and friends, and all in the community are invited to attend. Due to the COVID19 pandemic, the 2020 ceremony will be delivered using a virtual format which will be broadcast live on the Internet at the following link: www.youtube.com/c/srsdmeetingvideos. The event will take place on Thursday, June 4, 2020 at 7:00PM.

The Baccalaureate ceremony is traditionally run as a school-related event with the church. It is optional, and non-denominational.

We hope you will join us in celebrating the academic accomplishments of our Class of 2020 graduates!
Tentative Summer Prom Date
Mental Health Tips From Our School Counselors
Mental Health Coping Skills

We all recognize how hard it is to stay busy and to cope when we “feel” that so many options are closed to us. It’s important to start to think outside the box of things to do!!

  • Things to do to clear your head as the weather gets nicer:
  • Frisbee Golf
  • Clement Disc Farm - Haverhill MA
  • Amesbury Pines - Amesbury MA
  • The Hollows - Manchester NH
  • Google courses near me!
  • Rock painting for people to find as they are walking
  • Chalk activities for people walking 
  • Rock Garden - painting, formations,
  • Try a new “sport”
  • Bocce Ball
  • Cornhole
  • Croquet
  • Badminton (don’t forget the shuttlecock)
  • Plant vegetables - you don’t need to build a garden, grab a few pots!
  • Create games in your yard like Soccer Golf
  • Trail walking
  • Hiking
  • Fly a kite - it doesn’t need to be at the beach
  • Learn to cook a new thing every week - desserts? Dinners? Breakfast?
  • Learn to play an instrument - search CraigsList or FB Marketplace
  • Offer to do yard work for those who can’t - maybe they will pay you in cookies!
  • Make a tire swing
  • Create a time capsule - how cool would it be to look back on this time in ten years? You think you will remember?
  • Get crafty and creative
  • Plan a fantasy vacation- explore hotels and activities in cities you would love to visit
  • Virtual museum tours
  • Do a virtual job shadow
  • Teach a grandparent how to zoom and spend some time interviewing them, what did they do to prepare for life after high school
  • Make a COVID bucket list - all the things you wish you could do but can’t

Most importantly, reach out and be with people (following social distancing rules of course). Enjoy the sun or dance in the rain; be present in the moment and try not to worry about things you cannot control in the future. If nothing else, remember you can always find inspiration from Disney movies, for example:

"Venture outside your comfort zone. The rewards are worth it." -Tangled or “Adventure is out there” - Up.
Food Distribution for Families in Need for the Summer in the Summer Months
Dear Families,

As the year is winding down, we would like to give you some information about lunch deliveries for the last few weeks of school. Memorial Day is on Monday, May 25th. We will not be delivering lunches on this day or on Tuesday. However, you will have received a breakfast and a lunch for each of your children with the previous Friday's delivery. We will be delivering on Wednesday, May 27th and Friday May 29th.

The last day of school is June 2nd which is a Tuesday. The last day for lunch deliveries will be Friday June 5th. Beginning on Monday June 8th families may come to the Sanborn Regional High School on MWF to pick up lunches for your children between 10 and 11. Staff will be in the front of the school waiting to put bagged lunches into your car. Lunch pickup will continue in this manner until Monday June 29th. In order to ensure that we have enough lunches everyday for pickup, we will be creating a survey which you will find on your child’s school website for families to indicate their interest in picking up food. Food will be available on a first come, first served basis; thus it is important for you to complete the survey so that we may prepare enough lunches on a daily basis.

The Sanborn Regional School District is exploring ways to continue to provide meals for pickup during the summer months. Once we have received approvals, we will let families know through the schools’ Facebook pages as well as the community pages and Mr. Ambrose’s Constant Contact Newsletters.

We recognize that despite the State of NH allowing businesses to reopen, not everyone will be back to work. If you and your family experience issues with job/income loss or food insecurity, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. We will help direct you to resources both in our district as well as in our community. Please reach out to me at hleavitt@sau17.net.
Sanborn District Releases Important Information Regarding Summer Programming and Prom
The Sanborn Regional School District has received guidance from the State that all District facilities are to remain closed for the summer to the public due to the COVID19 pandemic. As a result, the following plans will be put in place to address regularly-scheduled summer events.

Extended School Year Programming

Locating Extended School Year (ESY) programming in school buildings in Sanborn will not be an option this year. We are planning for the summer based upon currently known and anticipated health/safety recommendations, and therefore, have decided that ESY services will occur in a remote learning fashion. This applies to students with Extended School Year (ESY) services on their IEP. In addition, if your child has an IEP, you should have received a letter regarding Extended School Year services. Please refer to this letter for additional information. If you have questions or concerns, please contact your current Special Education Case Manager and/or Building Coordinator (LEA).

Summer Enrichment

All summer enrichment camps are cancelled. We apologize for any inconveniences that this may cause families who were counting on the camps running. If you have already submitted payment to the high school, the District will be issuing you a refund. You can expect to receive a check in 3-4 weeks in the mail. Please email Sally L’Antigua at slantigua@sau17.net with any refund questions.

Athletics and Recreation

Until further notice, all summer athletic / recreation programs are cancelled. Coaches are prohibited from personally participating in individual or group activities. This includes direct (on-site) supervision of student-athlete workouts from any distance, or coaching summer league teams at any location, whether they are permitted by local authorities or not. Coaches are encouraged to provide student-athletes with drills and skill work to be done independently. Coaches will actively discourage student-athletes from participating in any athletic activities with their non-family peers.

Sanborn Athletics leadership will actively monitor the advice from the NH Department of Education, various health-related agencies (such as the CDC) and the NH Interscholastic Athletic Association (NHIAA) for guidance on any changes to these guidelines. We hope to have a decision on outdoor activities starting on or around July 1 by the middle of June.

Prom

The Junior Prom, originally scheduled for May, will be held when social distancing restrictions lift. Right now the class has booked a tentative date with the venue (Castleton in Windham) of July 30, 2020. The class also has fall dates on hold, should they be needed.
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.
Plans for the June 5 ceremony continue to evolve slightly as staff collaborate with others in the community to make enhancements and adjustments. Thank you to the School Board for their efforts to allow district staff to work with students and others to make these enhancements.

Masks at Graduation
Yesterday, the District received word from the NH Department of Health that masks are only required at the graduation ceremony if students are not able to practice the six foot social distancing minimum. As a result, the masks will be optional for students provided that they stand at least six feet away from one another when outside.
Sanborn Parent Organizes Graduation Mask Purchase For Sanborn Families
Masks are being made with the Class of 2020 for Sanborn at Ulikeyapparel for $6.00. To order a mask you can do either of the following. Email them directly ulikeyapparel@gmail.com or contact Holli Dallon who has designed and organized these to be made. Below is a photo of how the masks look.

The company has donated to Holli five masks for people that are not able to afford this but would still like a mask for their senior. Holli will give only one mask per family.

Thank you.
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
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
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.
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