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| Sanborn Regional High School Points of Sanborn P.R.I.D.E.
A Weekly Newsletter That Promotes Our Core Values Of
Personalization,
Risk-Taking,
Integrity,
Discovery, and
Empowerment
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November 23, 2015 |
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SUBMIT YOUR NEWS!
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| This newsletter only works because of people like you who read it and are willing to submit "press releases" and small "articles" that can be run about events . Please email your submissions to Principal Brian Stack at [email protected] or by clicking his name above. |
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| Upcoming Events |
| There is always something to do at SRHS. For a complete listing of our events for the 2015-2016 school year, click here. For the District's 2015-2016 Music and Fine Arts calendar, click here. For the Counseling Office's November calendar, click here. |
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Dear Parents / Guardians, Students, Staff, and Friends of the Sanborn Regional High School Community. Here are your latest important announcements from Sanborn Regional High School:
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Sanborn Regional High School will be closed Wednesday November 25 - Friday November 27 in observance of Thanksgiving. We wish your family a great start to the holiday season.
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Gift Card Fundraiser For the Holiday Season!
Sponsored by the SRHS PTO
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Senior Spotlight : Monique Ricard
An Article by Principal Brian M. Stack With Contributions From Several Staff Members
Mr. Stack's Note: Each week I like to "spotlight" one senior student who makes contributions to our school community both in and out of the classroom. Students who will be spotlighted are interviewed in advance and staff members contribute to each article.
The Sanborn community is going to lose a shining star when Monique graduates, but her legacy will live on for many years to come because she has become such a positive part of many aspects in our school.
Academically, Monique is a very strong student who has an extremely demanding senior course load with classes such as Astronomy, AP US Government, AP Calculus, Physics, Astronomy, Ceramics, French IV, and Running Start Senior English. Her teachers describe her as a student who never settles for anything less than her best. French teacher Dee Hambucken described Monique as a student in this way:
I've been so fortunate to have had Monique every year since she was a freshman, and it has been a pleasure to see her grow throughout the years in French class. Monique is truly a delight because she is a strong character. She says what she thinks, and I applaud her for that. I know that if something is unclear, Monique will let me know without hesitation, which benefits her classmates, to boot.
Last Spring I had the pleasure of traveling with Monique to France during Spring Break, and she seemed right at home. Her personal flair allowed her to fit right in with the locals, both in Paris, and on the Côte d'Azur. As always, Monique was completely present in every moment, taking it all in, basking in the sun, and learning.
Monique is intellectually bright, and she combines this with a strong work ethic. French is sometimes challenging, but she has persevered and is still going strong. I know that as this year evolves, she will continue to be an animated addition to the classroom, bringing her style and wit to all that she does. Her force in the classroom is undeniable, and I cannot imagine the void that she will leave in the French program when she graduates.
Outside of the classroom, Monique has been involved in a variety of school activities from tennis to student council to Youth in Government. Most notably, however, Monique has given her heart and soul to the drama program, with her favorite showing being the Musical Murder Mysteries of the 1940's.
After high school, Monique hopes to attend college at either the University of New Hampshire or Towson University to study business management with a minor in political science. Her dream career is to work for the government and be part of a political campaign. We have no doubt with her drive and determination she will accomplish these and any other goals she sets for herself in her future!
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Student Council Runs 12 Days of Caring
Please Donate From December 1-16
The Student Council is excited to announce that the annual 12 Days of Caring is right around the corner. The council runs this event every year to collect clothes and other items that they then donate to local organizations to help those in need. The council will be accepting donations starting on December 1st. Each day involves something different. The items that you can bring in each day are as follows:
December 1st: Toys
December 2nd: Jackets & Snow pants
December 3rd: Cans
December 4th: Books
December 7th: Socks & Slippers
December 8th: Blankets
December 9th: Clothing items
December 10th: Animal food & Products
December 11th: Holiday Decorations
December 14th: Wrapping Paper
December 15th: School Supplies
December 16th: Personal Care Products
The Student Council loves running this event because it allows them to get others involved and gives them the opportunity to give back to the community. If you have any items that you would like to drop off, bring them to the school during the school day. There will be collections boxes when you enter the building for easy drop off, as well as by the nurse's office. If you have any questions, contact
[email protected]
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SRHS Teacher Wins State Technology Award
Congratulations to Mr. Gray!
This past week, Sanborn Regional High School Social Studies teacher Brian Gray learned that he has been named the 2016 New Hampshire Society for Technology in Education (NHSTE) Pat Keyes Technology - Using Educator Award winner. This award is given annually to one New Hampshire educator who has developed effective units integrating educational technology, demonstrated improved student performance with application of technology, and shared ideas and initiatives in formal and informal arenas using traditional and electronic methods.
 Principal Brian M. Stack recognized that Gray's background and use of technology is "second to none" at Sanborn. He described him as a "willing early adopter of new technology tools in the classroom who takes the time to test them, trouble shoot them, and then train other staff members to use them. The school's recent successes with a number of software and hardware technology tools can be attributed in some way to Brian Gray."
Librarian Pam Harland added, "
In addition to integrating practical and cutting-edge technology into his Social Studies curriculum, Brian also co-teaches Modern Media where he integrates reading, writing, speaking, listening, world events, community activities, statistics, art, theatre, photography, media, and technology into the units. He works with Freshmen and upperclassmen all in one classroom, facilitating their learning while inspiring their independence."
Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Brian J. Blake added that Mr. Gray has taken the use of technology in the classroom to a whole new level. Constantly pushing the limits of the uses of technology, he has raised the bard for both staff and students alike. I'm very proud to have Mr. Gray as a member of my team.
You can follow Brian Gray on Twitter @Mrgray17.
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Library Introduces New Digital Library Service
A Message From Pam Harland, Librarian
 Overdrive is our NEW digital library service. It allows you to download ebooks to use on your home computer or mobile device.
To access these digital materials you need...
- A library ID number (your student ID# or library#).
- Internet access (preferably high speed) and/or a wireless connection.
- A computer or device that meets the system requirements for the digital materials you want to check out (Mac and Windows computers, iPads and other Apple devices, Androids, Kindles, Nooks, and Chromebooks. For a complete list, click here).
- Free software for your computer or compatible device (click here and scroll down to download the app).
If you need help with anything, email us or stop by the library.
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December 2 Early Release Moved to November 30
A Message From Dr. Brian Blake, Superintendent of Schools
Dear Parent/Guardian,
I am writing to let you know about a change in our school calendar coming up at the end of November. We have an early release day scheduled for Wednesday, December 2, 2015. We are moving the early release day to Monday November 30, 2015.
The reason for the change in the calendar is to accommodate the Lawrence W. O'Toole Award ceremony. Following the dismissal of students, the staff will be attending the awards ceremony at the Sanborn Regional High School. In addition to representatives from the Nellie Mae Foundation, numerous dignitaries including the Governor, Commissioner and Deputy Commissioner of Education, and local politicians will be attending. Due to space limitations, there will be limited seating available to the community. In light of that, we will be filming the event and posting it to our website for public viewing.
The Lawrence W. O'Toole Award of $100,000 will help us to continue our work in competency based education and personalized learning. We are exploring a variety of opportunities to enhance the educational opportunities that we provide here at Sanborn.
I thank you for your understanding and flexibility. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact my office.
To read Dr. Blake's letter in its entirety, click here.
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Athletic Booster Update
A Message From The Booster Officers
Thank you to all of those who helped to make the Fall Sports Awards a huge success. Congratulations to all of our athletes for an amazing fall athletic season. Winter sports are just beginning-watch for schedules next week.
Basketball season is a big one for the Athletic Boosters. Please note the following regarding admission to home games:
The cost for admission per game for adults is $3.00, Senior Citizens are $2.00, Students are $1.00, current Sanborn Regional High School Students with a valid Sanborn ID are Free of Charge, and under children under the age of 12 are Free.
In addition, the Boosters have an inside concession stand. Do you have an hour or two that you can volunteer at home games? If so, please stop by the table at any home game or email Boosters President Sheila Pierce at [email protected].
Happy Thanksgiving!
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Information on the Student Assistance Counselor Program
A Message From Principal Brian M. Stack
Sanborn Regional High School is implementing a Student Assistance Program for the 2015-2016 school year. This program is federally funded by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service Administration's (SAMHSA) Partnership for Success II grant. The goals of the program are to prevent and reduce alcohol, tobacco and other drug use and to improve school performance and school culture. To accomplish these goals, students will have the opportunity to participate in school-wide awareness programs, classroom discussions, extracurricular activities (such as leadership and non-user groups), small groups and individual meetings to correct erroneous perceptions about substance use and learn skills to identify and resist social and situational pressures to use substances. The program will also provide a procedure for early identification of students who are experiencing or who are at high risk for alcohol and other drug related problems.
Amanda Fuller has returned to serve as the Student Assistance Counselor and will be responsible for implementing the prevention and education activities and will be available to meet with students individually and in groups during the school day. Additionally, Amanda will serve as an additional support to all students who, for a variety of reasons, are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting their academic and behavioral success in school. Amanda has a Masters degree in Social Work, previous experience in working with adolescents, and specialized training in prevention and early intervention strategies. If you are concerned that your child is in a situation that might increase his/her risk for alcohol and other drug use and would like to speak to the Student Assistance Counselor and/or have the Student Assistance Counselor see your child, please call her directly at 642-3600 x116. All calls will be confidential.
In order to assess the effectiveness of these initiatives and to comply with the grant requirements for reporting, we will be asking participants who partake in any
groups
to participate in a completely confidential and anonymous survey that will measure changes in attitudes and behaviors in an effort to decrease the risk of substance misuse and abuse. The results of the survey will be used by the Department of Health and Human Services to evaluate the program's effectiveness. A copy of the survey is available at the high school for your review. A student may choose to opt out of the survey at any time; if you do not want your child to participate in the survey please email Mr. Stack (
[email protected]
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Kingston Rec To Hold Activity Day
Event Will Be Held December 29 9-3
 Kingston Recreation will be holding an activity day at the Recreation Center, 24 Main Street, Kingston; Tuesday December 29 - from 9am - 3pm.
We have a pool, ping pong, and foosball table, movies, arts and crafts, board games, and more! There will be treats, and we will order out for pizza from a local restaurant ($2 a slice, drinks provided) for lunch or students can bring their own lunch. A suggested donation $10 will go toward our playground fund. Limited to the first 30 Kingston students who sign up. Contact Mr. Butler 603 531 3337, [email protected], or respond on Facebook at Kingston Recreation.
Not Sponsored by the Sanborn Regional School District
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SRHS Ice Hockey Boosters Hosts 4th Annual Craft Fair
Come to SRHS on Saturday November 28 From 9AM-4PM
4th ANNUAL SANBORN ICE HOCKEY HOLIDAY FAIR
17 DANVILLE ROAD, KINGSTON, NH
(SANBORN HIGH SCHOOL)
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 28TH, 2015
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
ONE OF LARGEST FAIRS IN THE AREA
OVER
100
VENDORS AND ARTISANS FROM THROUGHOUT THE REGION OFFERING VERY UNIQUE ITEMS.
THIS IS A VERY FAMILY FRIENDLY EVENT WITH CHILDREN'S CRAFT TABLE, FACE PAINTING, GREAT RAFFLES, SANTA
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REFRESHMENTS AND FOOD.
ENJOY YOUR DAY GETTING A HEAD START ON SOME
SHOPPING AND FUN.
ADMISSION IS FREE AND THERE IS PLENTY OF PARKING.
GREAT HOLIDAY FAMILY FUN!
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS,
PLEASE CONTACT:
[email protected]
Not Sponsored by the Sanborn Regional School District
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Music Booster Holiday Wreath Sale
November 28 at SRHS From 9-3 While Supplies Last
Not Sponsored by the Sanborn Regional School District
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Sanborn Turkey Trot in Newton
 Join us for this fun Thanksgiving eve event, and skip the crazy races on Thursday! The Sanborn Turkey Trot is a 5k race and will be held on Wednesday, November 25th at 2:30pm at the Hen House Bar and Grill. Proceeds from this event will benefit local families in need, and food donations will benefit the four schools in the Sanborn District. Shirts will be given to the first 50 people registered so sign up early! Registration fees are $15.00 for youth (15 and under) , and $20.00 for adults. (plus cc fees). For additional information, please email [email protected]
Click here to view the event flyer
Click here to register.
Not Sponsored by the Sanborn Regional School District
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Kingston Christmas Tree Lighting November 28
Sponsored by the Kingston Recreation Commission
 Kingston Residents! Come join us for the annual Christmas tree lighting Saturday, November 28th at 5 PM at the Kingston fire station! There will be cider, donuts, hot chocolate and other treats!! We will carol with the SRMS chorus after a special visit from a jolly old man from up north!! Children can write letters to Santa! - Please bring an unwrapped gift for those of all ages in need, hats or mittens, or donations for the Kingston food pantry
(rain/snow day Sunday November 29th 5 PM) - sponsored by the Kingston Recreation Commission
Not Sponsored by the Sanborn Regional School District
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Do You Have Unwanted Clothing?
Please Use Our Planet Aid Donation Boxes, Located in the Staff Parking Lot
When you drop your unwanted clothing 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.
Not Sponsored by the Sanborn Regional School District
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Help Sanborn End 68 Hours of Hunger
Make a Donation Today!
How you can help End 68 Hours of Hunger
Depending on the extent to which you want to become involved with the program, your participation can vary from a one- time contribution to monthly or even weekly participation.
Here is a list of the kinds of support that you can provide depending on your desired level of participation.
One event contributions:
You can send a single donation to P.O Box 240, Newton, NH 03858.
You can go shopping and purchase non-perishable food products (with expiration dates as far as possible into the future) and deliver them to us (requires prior arrangement so call us at (603)560-0151 or (978)210-1335 for a list of products and delivery arrangements).
You can host a fund raiser to earn money for the program. We can
help provide you with letter head, forms and if possible have someone there. We are gearing up for food drives this spring and summer and we need tons of volunteers for that to run smoo
thly!
Multiple event contributions
You can send us a check every month or as often as you wish to support our efforts.
You can set up a team to be responsible for one week each month. Packers go to the high school to our storage room, pack bags, and sometimes deliver them back to the schools filled.
You can help unload, sort, and store groceries after each delivery/purchase.
We currently need, canned pasta with meat, tuna, mayo, cereal bars/granola bars, crackers, cereal, canned fruit, jelly, and snacks or fun single serve items.
Perhaps you have your own ideas! We are open to suggestions! Call or write now!
Food donations can be dropped off at any of the Sanborn Schools in Newton and Kingston, the Nichols Library in Kingston, the Gale library in Newton and at Wicks and Whimsies 14 Main St, East Kingston, NH 03827.
Contact us: Program Coordinators:
Wendy Miller 978 210 1335 or
Jenifer Hever 603 560 0151
Not Sponsored by the Sanborn Regional School District
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We hope you all have a great week!
Sincerely,
Brian Stack, Principal Ann Hadwen, Assistant Principal / FLC Michael Turmelle, Assistant Principal / Curriculum Michelle Catena,Guidance Director Vicki Parady-Guay, Athletic Director Bette Lanzillo, Special Education Building Coordinator |
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Need to buy gift cards for the holidays? Buy them through the SRHS PTO gift card fundraiser. You'll get the cards you want at the stores you want with the face value that you paid for, but the SRHS PTO will also get a small percentage of your sale back as a donation!