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Friday Folder
April 26, 2013
Click here for a copy of the athletics schedule for April 27th - May 4th.
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BHS RECOGNIZED BY U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT!
On their 2013 Best High Schools list, U.S. News ranked Bernards High School #33 in New Jersey. U.S. News also recognized Bernards with a silver medal as the #501 ranked school in the nation. Congratulations to our hard working and dedicated students and staff for this tremendous achievement! You can read more about the rankings by clicking on the links below.
http://www.usnews.com/education/best-high-schools/new-jersey/rankings?int=c0b4c1
http://bernardsville-bedminster.patch.com/articles/bernards-high-ranked-in-top-8-of-nj-schools-in-u-s-news-list
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Somerset Hills Education Foundation (SHEF)
New PLANNING FOR SHEF'S FUTURE!
The SHEF Trustees are thrilled to announce the establishment of THE SOMERSET HILLS EDUCATION FOUNDATION PETER J. MILLER ENDOWMENT FUND to honor Superintendent Pete Miller who is retiring on June 30, 2013 after serving the district admirably for 35 years. Establishing an endowment in the name of Pete Miller recognizes his many contributions, his values and his long term commitment to The Somerset Hills School District (SHSD). By establishing this fund the SHEF Trustees are planning for the foundation's future - honoring its long-term commitment to promote and provide education opportunities by funding innovative programs and projects for the benefit of the students of the SHSD. SHEF's goal is to raise $35,000 by June 30 in honor of Peter Miller's 35 years of dedication to the district. With leading gift contributions by SHEF Trustees already pledged, SHEF is looking forward to the support of the Endowment fund by parents, alumnus and community members who share our commitment to the students of the SHSD. To pledge or to make a contribution, CLICK HERE to download the Endowment Fund Letter of Intent.
New SHEF ENRICHMENT ACADEMY
The Somerset Hills Education Foundation is pleased to announce a new initiative called the SHEF Enrichment Academy. Through the Academy, students will be able to take very reasonably priced summer courses that will enhance or enrich their current academic pursuits. Although these courses will not be for academic credit, they will be enriching courses that will help further develop various skills, abilities, talents and interests. Program guides containing a list of available courses as well as registration information will be available in the next few weeks. Questions can be addressed to: shefenrichment@shsd.org
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SHEF College and Career Center
**NEW WORKSHOPS AVAILABLE FROM THE COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER**
A series of Workshops will be available by grade level to assist parents with planning for College. When possible, please adhere to dates assigned by grade, as the information will be tailored to that specific grade. The schedule of workshops is as follows:
For Parents of grade 11 students: All workshops will be held at 6:30pm in the Community Room.
April 30th: Using Naviance to conduct a thorough search for colleges (make-up session).
May 29th: Understanding the College Application Components including a look at the Common Application.
Open to all grade levels: All workshops will be held at 6:30pm in the Community Room.
May 9th: How will I pay for college?
June 6th: Planning for College Testing
June 13th: College Planning Q and A. This will be an open agenda. Come with any questions you may have before we break for the summer.
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School News
Deadline Next Friday ATTENTION SENIORS: SERVICE LEARNING DEADLINE
Service learning hours are due to Ms. Sosely by Friday, May 3rd. Please see her if you have any concerns.
New PACPARENTS SCHOLARSHIP
PACParents is now accepting applications for its 2013 scholarship. The deadline for the application is May 15th. Click here for more information.
BERNARDS HIGH SCHOOL WALL OF HONOR
The Bernards High School Wall of Honor Committee is now accepting nominations for the newly created Bernards High School Wall of Honor! Please help us in spreading the word about this exciting project. Click here for more information and to access the nomination forms.
TAKING AWAY THE KEYS DOESN'T TAKE AWAY THE RISKS
Most people know about the dangers of underage drinking and driving, but what you may not know is that the dangers of underage drinking are even greater off the roadways. This means that parents who talk with their kids about drunk driving, but not about waiting until 21 to drink at all, are missing an important step in keeping their kids safe. Click here for more information.
Tonight GREEN TEAM'S "IN TUNE WITH THE EARTH: BATTLE OF THE BANDS" Green Team's Annual "In Tune with The Earth: Battle of the Bands" is on Friday, April 26th. Tickets are $8 in advance or $10 at the door. Doors will open at 7pm. The purpose of the event is to promote environmental awareness throughout the Bernardsville community. All proceeds from the event will be used to promote environmentally conscious behaviors throughout the school and community. Please join us as we listen to student bands and learn about environmental issues! April 26th is also Arbor Day. In honor of Arbor Day, Green Team will give out FREE Red Maple saplings during the event. If you have any questions, please e-mail kdetrolio@shsd.org VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR SIXTH ANNUAL INTERGENERATIONAL GOLDEN PROM Attention Parents: Please click here to volunteer to help at the Sixth Annual Intergenerational Golden Prom. By following this link you will be able to sign up to volunteer to either bring an appetizer or to work in the kitchen on Friday, May 3rd from 4:00pm-9:00pm. ATTENTION SENIORS AND PARENTS OF SENIORS Cozy Tuxedo will be available during lunch periods for tuxedo fittings on Friday, May 10th. The rep will also display sample tuxedos, shoes, shirts and cummerbunds!
ATTENTION PARENTS OF ATHLETES
Each year BHS Mountaineer Booster Club supports BHS Athletics by providing equipment and services that would otherwise be unavailable through the normal school budget. The Booster Club is seeking new board members for the 2013-2014 school year. Please attend their next meeting on May 14th at 7:30pm in the Cafeteria. Learn more about MBC, consider volunteering for a board position and help them continue to provide support for BHS teams, athletes and coaches.
ATTENTION SENIORS AND SENIOR PARENTS
The Senior Prom is Friday, June 7th from 7:00-11:00 p.m. at The Madison Hotel. Tickets ($100 per guest) are on sale April 15th - May 20th. Tickets can be purchased during lunches. Permission slips must be submitted for each guest in order to purchase a ticket. Click here for the BHS student permission slip and click here for the guest permission slip. Checks should be made out to BHS Class of 2013. No refunds will be granted after May 28th.
DISTRACTED DRIVING AWARENESS MONTH
Chief of Police Kevin Valentine is spreading the word that April has been declared as Distracted Driving Awareness Month. The National Institute of Traffic Highway Safety and the National Safety Council are spearheading national awareness regarding this initiative. Click here for more information. Click here to read more about Somerset County's Distracted Driving Prevention Initiative. Click here to visit "Traction: The Official Blog of FOCUSDRIVEN Advocates for Cell-Free Driving."
Deadline Next Friday STUDENT COUNCIL SCHOLARSHIP Applications are now being accepted for the 2013 $1000.00 Student Council Scholarship. The deadline is May 3, 2013. Seniors who have made significant contributions to the BHS community should apply. Click here to download the application. The application can also be found in guidance. JAZZ BAND AND WIND ENSEMBLE CRIMSON CAFE The BHS Jazz Band and Wind Ensemble Crimson Café will celebrate New Orleans this year. The event will be take place in the Performing Arts Center at BHS at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 18, 2013. Music and Buffet Supper Adults $40.00, Seniors $20.00, Students $10.00 All are Welcome
DOWNED TREES AND OPEN LUNCH
Attention all students: We have been alerted that there are trees uprooted by the storm that are dangerously hanging over the path from the high school to the Burger King parking lot. Until further notice, students are not permitted to use that path at any time. Students seen using the path during the school day will receive disciplinary consequences.
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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HSA (Home and School Association) News
A THANK YOU FROM PROJECT GRADUATION
A huge THANK YOU to all the families who have donated to PROJECT GRADUATION this year. Your generosity will ensure the seniors have a fun and safe Last Blast after they graduate on June 20th! If anyone would still like to donate, it is not too late. Please make checks payable to BHS-HSA PG 2013 and mail to Project Graduation 2013, 25 Olcott Avenue, Bernardsville NJ 07924, or hand deliver to the main office in the high school.
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.
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FRIDAY FOLDER INFORMATION
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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
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BHS CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Click here to access the BHS Calendar of Events.
ATHLETICS
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BHS HOMEPAGE
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