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May 3, 2013

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Somerset Hills Education Foundation (SHEF) 

 

New     HONOR A STAFF MEMBER TODAY!   

SHEF has initiated its 5th annual end of year Staff Tribute Program where parents can make a donation to SHEF in the name of a SHSD staff member.   Staff Tribute Donation Forms were mailed to all families on April 22nd.  Or, click here for the Donation Form.  Mail your donations by May 24th.

 

 

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:  [email protected]

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.

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.

Next Week  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.       

School News

New     ATTENTION EIGHTH GRADE STUDENTS

On June 3, 2013, 8th grade students will be attending an orientation program at BHS.  Students will be introduced to members of the high school staff and administration while becoming familiar with various aspects of high school life.  The following topics will be addressed:

 

*Policies/Attendance

*Athletic Offerings/sign-ups

*Extracurricular offerings/sign-ups

*Peer leadership

*Service Learning/guidance

 

Students will have an opportunity to take a brief tour of the campus and ask questions of our peer leaders during that time.  It is our hope that this program will assist students with the transition process and help them to begin their high school experience with confidence and enthusiasm. Click here for a flyer.



Deadline Today!     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     ATTENTION PARENTS AND STUDENTS:  HELP OUR TROOPS

The sophomore class is collecting items to send to our troops overseas.  A list of accepted items can be found on the website http://operationjerseycares.org/care-packages/ .  All students can bring the items to their history classroom.  Items will be collected until Friday, May 17th.  Thank you for all your support!

 

 

New     COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES

1. Courtyard Clean-up - Wednesday, May 8th after school - meet Mrs. DeTrolio in room E-203 right after school.  Help Green Team weed the courtyard, plant, and spread mulch.  Please dress appropriately. 

2. Volunteers are needed to help out with a stream restoration this Sunday, May 5, 1-4pm at Kitchell Pond in Morris Township (75 Kitchell Rd.).  Volunteers will be working with the Morris County Park Commission to improve the pond buffer between the picnic shelter and the ball field.  The main tasks will be removing multiflora rose, replanting with native species, and fencing the area so the new plants don't get eaten or trampled by deer and geese. To register, volunteers can either e-mail [email protected] or visit https://greatswamp.ejoinme.org/?tabid=456859.

 


New     CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CHOIRS

1.  On Friday, April 26th, the BHS choirs competed in the Virginia International Music Festival.  Two groups performed: The Madrigals received a Gold rating and ranked first in the chamber choir division.  Festival Choir (a group formed from all singers who went on the trip) also received a Gold rating, and they ranked second overall.  Congratulations to both groups!


2.  This past Saturday, nine Bernards High School students auditioned for the New Jersey All-State Choirs, sponsored by the New Jersey Music Educators Association. We are proud that five of Bernards High School's finest singers were accepted into the 2013 New Jersey All-State Mixed Choir! This is the first time, at least in the last several decades, that BHS has participated in this audition process, and it is incredible to have so many students accepted. The accepted students are:

Rachel Goldman, sophomore, as Soprano 1 (#17 Soprano 1 in the state!)

Allison Harris, junior, as Soprano 1

Cassidy Dixon, sophomore, as Soprano 2

Stephen Walley, sophomore, as Tenor 2 (#12 Tenor 2 in the state!)

Will Myers, junior, as Bass 1 (#13 Bass 1 in the state!)

Congratulations to these talented students!

 


New     FRENCH STUDENTS EXCEL

Congratulations to the winners in the 2013 National French Contest:

 

In Level 1

Matthew D'Auria placed 3rd in the state and national rankings.

Emma O'Callaghan placed 7rd in the state and national rankings.

Jill Talamini placed 8th in the state and national rankings.

 

In Level 2

*Carson King placed 2nd in the state and national rankings.

*Alec Steinhorn placed 3rd in the state and national rankings.

*Alicia Tsai placed 4th in the state and national rankings.

Nicole Robertson placed 6th in the state and national rankings.

Nicolas Britt placed 6h in the state and national rankings.

Madeline Rys placed 6th in the state and national rankings.

Reisha Chellani placed 7th in the state and national rankings.

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*Carson King, Alec Steinhorn, and Alicia Tsai achieved BHS's highest scores ever in the French II level test. Congratulations, Carson, Alec, and Alicia!

We would like to congratulate all this year's winning students. More than 5800 middle school students participated nationally in the level 01 test, more than 24,000 high school students in level 1, and more than 24,000 students participated in level 2.



PACPARENTS SCHOLARSHIP

PACParents is now accepting applications for its 2013 scholarship.  The deadline for the application is May 15th.  Click here for more information. 

 

 

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.  

 


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. 

 

 

Next Week     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.



Deadline Today     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 Caf� 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 ([email protected]) or Dr. Hogge ([email protected]). Click here for a copy of the form.

 
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HSA (Home and School Association) News

 

New     GRADUATION BALLOON SALE

Attention All Senior Class Families!  Order your "2013" mylar Graduation Balloons to Celebrate your child's achievement! NEW THIS YEAR- order a quantity of 6 to get a special BHS balloon!  Orders will be delivered to graduates' homes on June 19th and 20th.   Click here for an order form.  Congratulations!!


 

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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