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Friday Folder
November 9, 2012
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SHEF College and Career Center
New Date FINANCIAL AID DISCUSSION
The Financial Aid Discussion that was to be held on October 30th has been rescheduled for Tuesday, November 27th at 6:30pm, or Wednesday, November 28th at 9:30am. This is a general discussion and is open to all grade level parents.
New SENIOR FINANCIAL AID NIGHT
Senior Parents should mark their calendars for the Financial Aid Night on Monday, December 10th at 7:00pm in the Community Room. This meeting is essential for parents of seniors who will be attending college in the Fall.
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Somerset Hills Education Foundation (SHEF)
RESCHEDULED KICK-OFF MEETING FOR 10TH ANNUAL CHILI COOK-OFF
The SHEF kick-off meeting for the 10th annual Chili Cook-Off has been rescheduled for Tuesday, November 27 at 10am. All are invited to attend the volunteer meeting, which will be held at the beautiful new venue - Tranquillity Farms. It is located at the intersection of Route 206 and Old Chester Rd. in Chester Township. There are many opportunities to put your skills to use for this successful annual event. Please click here for more information.
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School News
New SUPERINTENDENT SEARCH
The Board of Education invites staff members, parents and community members to provide input for the background, training and experience necessary for the new superintendent of schools. Please click here to complete an online survey. Surveys must be completed by December 7.
New IMPORTANT NOTICE FROM THE HEALTH OFFICE
Due to the recent storm and loss of electricity, there is a possibility that students with Epipens may need to have them replaced. The Bernards High School building temperature may have dropped below the manufacturers recommended storage temperature potentially altering the effectiveness of this medication. Please check with your pharmacist or physician. You may also call and check with Dey Pharmaceuticals at 1-800-395-3376.
New REVISED DISTRICT CALENDAR
Due to Hurricane Sandy, we missed eight days of school that must be made up. Three snow days are always built into our district calendar so these are the first to be used; therefore, school will be in session on May 23, 24 and 28. Five additional days will be made up on November 9, January 21, February 15 and 18 and April 5.
We are very hopeful that we have an uneventful winter. If, however, any additional days are lost, we will take those days from spring break, April 4, 3, 2 and 1, in that order. If even more days are
needed, the next step would be either to open on other closed days or add days to the end of the school year.
The district has been informed by the Commissioner of Education that the 180 school day requirement will not be waived. Saturdays will not be considered as make up days by the Department of Education until all possible make up days have been used. Click here for a copy of the revised District Calendar.
New FEMA DISASTER ASSISTANCE
If you sustained losses or damage from Hurricane Sandy, you may be eligible for disaster aid. Click here for more information from FEMA.
New FRENCH EXCHANGE FALL 2012
The French Exchange program was a great success despite challenges presented by Hurricane Sandy. Click here to read more about it.
New Date-Tonight BASKETBALL FUNDRAISER
Due to the storm, the boys Basketball Fund-raiser has been rescheduled for Friday evening, November 16th at 7:30pm. Following the football game continue the school spirit by joining us at anytime for a fun time! Click here for full details.
COLLEGE APPLICATION DEADLINES
The Guidance Staff is available to assist any students with questions or concerns regarding their applications. As a result of the storm, we wanted all parents and students to know that the National Association of College Admissions Counseling (NACAC) has encouraged colleges to either extend their upcoming deadlines, or to deal with students on a case by case basis for those that have been affected by Hurricane Sandy. The NACAC website is providing a list of schools that are extending deadlines, or reviewing cases of students that already missed a deadline. Any students who have any concerns regarding their applications that were sent online are encouraged to call the school directly to find out if their application has been received. As always, feel free to call or email your guidance counselor with any additional concerns you may have.
For more information from NACAC please go to:
http://www.nacacnet.org/Pages/default.aspx
For the PDF list go to:
http://www.nacacnet.org/media-center/Documents/HurricaneSandy.pdf
BOOK CLUB BOOK DRIVE TO BENEFIT THOSE AFFECTED BY HURRICANE SANDY
The BHS Book Club will be sponsoring a Book Drive for the Salvation Army to benefit the families affected by Hurricane Sandy. Please drop off any new or gently used books to the BHS Main Office or Room B-303. A box will also be placed in district libraries and book stores.
FENCING
Fencing is a sport which challenges your mind and body; like a physical game of chess.
Fencing helps develops mental acuity, quick reflexes, coordination, balance and discipline.
Come and join the BHS Fencing team this year, starting on 11/26. Contact Coach Paragano
at: vincent.paragano@comcast.net for more information!
This Weekend GO BEHIND THE MASK: FENCING PARENTS' NIGHT OUT The fencing parents are sponsoring a Parents Fencing Clinic on Saturday, November 17th from 6:00- 9:00 PM. Click here for more information. BURGER OF CHAMPIONS FUNDRAISER FOR BERNARDS TURF FIELD
Support the Bernards Turf Field by visiting the Claremont Tavern and enjoying a Bernards
"Burger of Champions." The Bernards "Burger of Champions" is a Cheddar & Bacon Burger with Hickory Barbecued Grilled Onions. The Claremont Tavern will donate $2 from every burger sold towards the Bernards Turf Field. Click here for more information.
NHS PEER TUTORING PROGRAM 2012-13
The National Honor Society members offer an in-school tutoring program for any high school students who need extra help in their classes. Students who need extra help will be matched with a NHS member who will meet them once a week during a shared free period. This weekly meeting will continue as long as the student needing help stays in contact with their matched NHS member. If any student is interested in being matched with a tutor, they are to fill out the NHS Tutoring Form and return it to either Ms. Peppe (tpeppe@shsd.org) or Dr. Hogge (jhogge@shsd.org). Click here for a copy of the form.
FRIDAY FOLDERS...
The Friday Folder is BHS's official means of communication and is a MUST read. Please forward this email to anyone who may not be receiving the Friday Folder. Those who would like to add their names to the distribution list can click here
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Guidance Department News
ATTENTION SENIORS: COMMON APP AND NAVIANCE
Please make sure that you create a Common Application account - Mr. Smith sent information to all seniors in early August; if you didn't get that email, please check your Naviance account and provide the correct email address, if applicable. After you create the Common App account, you can then link that account with your Naviance account so that you can request transcripts - there is no more black book! On the Guidance web page, there is a presentation available (TRANSCRIPT REQUEST GUIDE, under the "College/Application Materials" folder)) to walk you through the process of combining your accounts. Click here to access the Transcript Request Guide.
ATTENTION JUNIORS AND SENIORS: COLLEGE REPRESENTATIVE VISITS
Please visit your Naviance account to view the list of schools visiting BHS over the first few weeks of the school year. If you are interested in attending a meeting with a college representative, then you must register through your Naviance account at least a day in advance. You also must inform your teacher in advance that you will be missing class, and you are responsible for all work.
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HSA (Home and School Association) News
HSA MEMBERSHIP AND STUDENT DIRECTORY
An updated version of the online directory is now available for access to HSA members. Please click here to visit the HSA webpage for instructions on accessing our Fusion page and downloading the directory. New members are always welcome. The HSA appreciates your support!
If you have not already joined, click here for a copy of the HSA brochure and click here for a copy of the HSA membership form. The membership form and your payment should be returned to the Main Office as soon as possible.
Revised TRICKY TRAY - NOVEMBER 30, 2012
Save the Date!! Friday, November 30th is the annual BHS Tricky Tray. This year promises to be another exciting night in the BHS Cafeteria with over 100 baskets and fun raffles. Be sure to check upcoming the Friday Folders for more details. If you are interested in volunteering please contact Judy Murray at murrayj1@optonline.net or Jane Best at aaronandjanebest@aol.com. Click here for a copy of the save-the-date flyer.
Families of seniors: start thinking about your basket donation....help make this year the best ever! All proceeds help fund Project Graduation 2013 including the Last Blast event on Graduation night.
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Bernards High SchoolHome of the Mountaineers!
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FRIDAY FOLDER INFORMATION
Click here for answers to frequently asked Friday Folder questions.
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POWERSCHOOL INFORMATION
Click here for information about PowerSchool (Portal for student grades and attendance). Click here to access PowerSchool. If you have forgotten your username or password, click here to have your access information emailed to the address that you entered when you set up your account.
SCHOOL CLOSING INFORMATION
Click here for information about School Closings.
BHS CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Click here to access the BHS Calendar of Events.
ATHLETICS
Click here to access the athletics page.
BHS HOMEPAGE
Click here to access the BHS homepage on the district's website: www.shsd.org
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