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June 7, 2013

Somerset Hills Education Foundation (SHEF) 

 

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. 

 

 

SHEF ENRICHMENT ACADEMY

The Somerset Hills Education Foundation is pleased to announce a new initiative - the SHEF Enrichment Academy.  The Academy, launching in July of 2013, will offer a host of courses to be held at Somerset Hills School District facilities.  Reasonably priced, these courses will enhance or enrich students' current academic pursuits and help develop various skills, abilities, talents and interests.  The SHEF Enrichment Academy courses will not provide academic credit. The program guide and online registration are now available through the SHEF website - www.shefnj.org.  Click here for the Course catalog.  


Course catalogs are also available at all three SHSD schools, Bedminster School and the Bernardsville and Clarence Dillon (Bedminster) libraries.  Questions can be addressed to:  shefenrichment@shsd.org

SHEF College and Career Center

 

**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:

 

****PLEASE NOTE THAT THE COLLEGE PLANNING Q AND A WORKSHOP HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED TO JUNE 11TH AT 6:30PM**** 

 

Open to all grade levels:  All workshops will be held at 6:30pm in the Community Room.

Date Change from June 13th to June 11th:  College Planning Q and A.  This will be an open agenda.  Come with any questions you may have before we break for the summer.    

 

 

Morning Discussion:  Session to be held at 9:30 a.m. in the Community Room.

June 11th:  A discussion of Trends in the College Application Process. Topics will include finding the right "fit;" pro's and con's of applying early decision/early action and the role parents play assisting their children and working with the counselors.

 

 

Student Programs:

Junior Lunch Series:  During all 4 lunches in the community room counselors will be available to discuss various topics concerning the college search and application process.

 

June 12th:  Counselors will be available to answer questions regarding essays, interviews, summer campus visits, etc.

 

 

***As always, Mrs. Labus (rlabus@shsd.org, 204-1930 x2349) will be available throughout the rest of the school year for any parents and/or students who would like an individual meeting to further discuss any questions or concerns pertaining to post-secondary planning.

School News

Beginning Next Friday     FINAL EXAMS
Click here for the final exam schedule and other important information regarding final exams.


New     SUMMER PHYSICAL EDUCATION

This summer, the SCESC (Alternative School) will again offer our rising senior students the opportunity to complete their Life Skills/Physical Education 12 requirement over the summer.  Rising seniors who take summer Physical Education and Health will be able to add a class or study hall to their list of requests in place of their Physical Education and Health requirement. They will only be permitted to enroll in the additional class if there is a seat available.

 

Interested students must complete the BHS Option Two Summer PE Application as well as the SCESC Registration Form.  When the forms are completed and signed, please bring them to the Guidance Department along with a check made payable to "Somerset County Educational Services Commission" or fill in the credit card information on the SCESC registration form.  Our Guidance Department will mail the registration/payment to the Alternative School.

 

If you have any questions regarding this process, feel free to call the Guidance Department at 908-630-3003.



New     MATH LEAGUE STUDENTS RAISE MONEY FOR MATHENY 
Congratulations to the Math League students who raised nearly $700 for Matheny School.  Click here to read more about their efforts and to see a picture.
 
 
New      GREEN TEAM'S GREEN EVENTS OF THE MONTH
Click here for Green Teams' Green Events of the Month.  


ATTENTION CLASS OF 2014:  SENIOR PORTRAIT INFORMATION
Your child should have received an appointment for a Portrait sitting from Lifetouch.  Please look for that information in the mail.  Once you take your yearbook photo with Lifetouch, the company will send the proofs to your home which will include instructions on how to choose your portrait for submission for the yearbook.  Once you have completed those steps, your job is done. If you choose to use an outside photographer, here are some things to remember:
  • Deadline for submission is NOVEMBER 1, 2013.  Any submissions after this date may not be included in the yearbook.
  • Background color should be a basic color (Blue/gray)
  • If the portrait is a "location shot", please be aware of the items in the background that might look odd in a yearbook layout.
  • A "head and shoulders" shot is preferred.  Full body pictures detract from the uniformity of the yearbook.
  • Dress should be more formal (boys: jacket and tie  girls: nice top/blouse/sweater)
  • Format for submission should be CD or electronic format (email or flashdrive) and can be emailed to bhsyearbook@shsd.org. 

Deadline Today     ATTENTION STUDENTS:  SERVICE LEARNING DEADLINE

Reminder to all students: Service Learning hours are due to Ms. Sosely by FRIDAY, JUNE 7th. Please see Ms. Sosely with any questions or concerns.

 

 

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.  

 

 

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.

 
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HSA (Home and School Association) News

 
2013 LAST BLAST IS GRADUATION NIGHT

We have a fun-filled night planned for the Senior Class.  Remember to complete the permission form/waivers and turn them in to the BHS Main Office by Wednesday, June 12th.  For copies of the BHS permission form click here; for copies of the LifeTime Fitness waivers click here.  If you have any questions regarding the event please contact Cathy Pane at cpane7@verizon.net or (908) 672-3769.  

 

 

ATTENTION ALL PARENTS OF GRADUATING SENIORS!!

The HSA is in need of potato chip and soda donations for the Senior Class/Faculty Luncheon on June 19th. Please click here to sign up. Thanks for making this celebration for our seniors a success. Questions? Email Nancy Carle at jpcnag@verizon.net 
 

 

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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