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
April 22, 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,

As you are likely aware, SRHS's physical campus has been closed as a precautionary measure due to COVID-19. Until further notice, students will engage in remote learning and we will not be running any school events during this closure. The buildings are closed to all staff and students. We will have school on April 28, 29, & 30. There will be NO school on April 27 and May 1. April 29th will be an independent Wednesday. The 2019-2020 school year for students will conclude no later than June 5 (the final end of the year date will be decided once we see what happens in May). We will be sending updates often to keep all in our community informed. Please read the information below. New updates will always be posted at the top of the page.

Social Distancing Tips for Parents of Teens

Parents, recognize that right now, your teens are experiencing a high degree of anxiety and frustration over social distancing --- and it may be impacting them in ways that we have not thought of. I know my wife Erica and I have experienced this with our 14 and 12 year old boys. CLICK HERE to read an interesting article that may help you make sense of the best ways to support your teens through all of this.
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.
Please click here to watch Mr. Stack's 4.21.2020 Video Update:
An Important Notice From Superintendent Ambrose
Last night, Superintendent Ambrose put out an important message regarding the remote learning plan for the Sanborn Regional School District. The message was developed collaboratively by the entire administrative team.


If you missed the notice, you can read it by clicking the button below:
Remote Learning Bell Schedule
Senior Spotlight: Austin Nevins
An Article by Staff Member Ashley Harbel
I have been fortunate to have had Austin Nevins several years during his time at Sanborn, in English, Modern Media, and even on a trip across the globe to Germany and Poland! Throughout his four years at Sanborn, Austin has made quite the impression on me. As I was thinking back on our time together, I was remembering Austin freshmen year, more of a behind the scenes kind of guy. The Austin of senior year has grown so much and really come into his own.

I am very fortunate to not just have had Austin in Freshmen English, but also in Modern Media, where over the course of two years he became a group leader and really pushed himself to improve. In his second year, he created an amazing 10 minute behind the scenes video of the Modern Media world (no small feat to create, as a 10-minute video, really amounts to much more footage!), which earned some of the highest marks for our final videos and is used to showcase what Modern Media is all about for incoming classes. He came into his own in that class, speaking to the camera and leading a group of freshmen as their news editor. I also lucked out that Austin joined us on our trip to Germany and Poland. He has traveled before and his familiarity with traveling really helped some of our other more nervous students. His knowledge of airplanes also made an appearance, as he had researched the planes we were taking and we all used the insider information to figure out our seats! He easily joked and made friends with two students from outside our district on our trip and really helped them become part of our small group. He was an amazing addition to our group and continues to be someone I enjoy catching up around the school.

When talking to his teachers, they have nothing but wonderful things to say about Austin. Mr. Adams talks about how hard Austin works, saying, “Austin is that student that works hard to make sure that he gets everything that is asked by the teacher.” Mr. Cass talks about Austin’s thoughtful side, “Austin is just the nicest student I can think of. He is thoughtful and has a great sense of humor. I appreciated having him in class sophomore year, and wish him the best with whatever he does after leaving Sanborn.” Other teachers remember the level of respect he showed for others, such as Ms. Grella who said, “Austin was a fantastic kid in my Environmental Science class. Not only was he bright, but exceptionally respectful and polite. I sincerely enjoyed having him and wish I could have had him his Freshman year! Good luck to you Austin!” Both of Mrs. Wheeler’s spoke to Austin’s classroom demeanor. Mrs. Heather Wheeler said, “Austin is an incredible asset to any classroom. He is kind and curious and always motivated to give his best effort. He is never unwilling to help a friend and is always pleased to take help from a classmate. I have had the pleasure of teaching Austin twice while at Sanborn, and I will miss him very much when he graduates. I wish him all the best.” While Mrs. Michelle Wheeler added, “Austin is steadfast in his learning. He works diligently to learn, comprehend, and present his understanding of thoughtful and organized ways. Austin is also a beautiful writer. He eloquently brings life to any topic.” Austin has not just made an impression on his teachers with his respectful attitude and ability to work hard, but he has also endeared himself through his passion for baseball. Mr. McQueen says, “He's the most diehard Astros fan I've ever met and that is a testament to his loyalty and deep knowledge of the game. I love being able to talk baseball with him, especially during playoff time.” Austin has made an impression on so many people here at Sanborn.

I am so excited for Austin’s future, as I know he is as well. When he got accepted to Southern New Hampshire State University and he was telling me in the hallway about his acceptance, he couldn’t contain his happiness. I am so proud of the person he has become and the growth he has shown over the last four years. I can’t wait to see where life takes him in the next four!
Sanborn Students: Feeling Sore & Have Muscle Tightness?
If you need some stretching/foam rolling/yoga for muscle tightness, Wednesday 4/22 at 3:00pm there is a zoom session to help you feel better.


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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
Congratulations To Our Winter Athletes

We are so proud of our winter athletes for their accomplishments. Please click the button below and check out our winter sports awards!
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