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EAGLE NEWS – October 14, 2016
Principal Notes:
Just a reminder to our community that there will be a Memorial Service held in our High School Auditorium for our past
interim Superintendent, Mr. Robert A. Suessmuth. Mr. Suessmuth passed away on Thursday, September 22, 2016. Relatives
& friends may visit from 1 pm to 3 pm on Sunday, October 16th at West Deptford High School, 1600 Crown Point Rd, West
Deptford, where a memorial service will be held at 3 PM. As an expression of sympathy, contributions can be made to Seeds
of Hope Ministries at 1700 Broadway, Camden, NJ 08104. Memories & condolences can be shared
at www.smithfhmantua.com
Reminder – all 10th and 11th graders will take the PSATs during the school day on Wednesday, October
19, 2016.
Please click on this link or type in your URL BROWSER
http://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040d44abab2ca57‐homecoming to sign up for Homecoming
Donations.
‐Dr. Gismondi
SCIENCE DEPARTMENT NEWS: The Exxon Mobil Technical Center in Paulsboro is conducting a full day STEM program for female sophomore students
on Tuesday, October 18, 2016. Students will participate in activities involving robotics, chemistry, and engineering. They
will have an opportunity to speak with engineers and tour the engine laboratory. Ten students may attend. Registration
is on a first come, first served basis. To pick up registration materials, see Mr. Pustie.
STUDENT COUNCIL NEWS:
The student council, in conjunction with our Key Club, will be collecting canned goods and other non‐perishable items at
our Homecoming football game, Friday, October 28th! Students will be at the gate to take your donations. Thank you
for all of your support!
ATHLETIC NEWS:
SUPPORT THE FIGHT AGAINST ESOPHAGEAL CANCER AT FRIDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL GAME v. Woodstown! "Badtstrong"
bows and pins will be sold at this Friday night's football game in support of long time West Deptford administrator Rich
Badt, who is currently battling esophageal cancer. All proceeds collected will go towards fighting the disease.
ATTENTION WINTER STUDENT‐ATHLETES! The winter season is quickly approaching. Be sure to complete all necessary paperwork as soon as possible. You can pick this up in the WDHS Athletics Office or visit our Athletics webpage.
HOMECOMING TICKETS!
Homecoming tickets are being sold during all lunch periods through October 18th. Tickets cost $15.
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GUIDANCE NEWS:
Important Reminders from the Guidance Department:
Seniors:
1. Numerous college scholarship opportunities are available! Simply log into your Naviance Account, click on Colleges, then Scholarship List for more information. This list is updated frequently so be sure to check back often! You can also use the Scholarship Search link to access many more opportunities!
2. For those seniors applying to 4 year colleges, please be mindful of upcoming application deadlines and be sure to send your SAT/ACT scores directly from the testing agencies. In addition, please remember to update your application status and request that a transcript be sent through your Naviance account.
3. Seniors who need help can take advantage of Walk‐in Wednesdays! Simply pop into the Media Center on any Wednesday during your lunch study hall to see a counselor for assistance. Due to next week’s PSAT testing on Wednesday, Oct. 19th, we will hold this next Thursday instead.
4. Also, seniors should check with the teachers whom they asked for letters of rec to make sure that the letters are uploaded prior to their application due date. Students are reminded to give teachers at least two weeks’ notice.
5. RCGC will be here October 25th to discuss the community college option and application process. Interested seniors must sign up in Guidance or through Naviance.
6. If you have not already done so, please sign up for Guidance text reminders. Seniors should text @wdhs17 to 81010.
Juniors:
1. If you are interested in meeting one‐on‐one with an academic advisor from RCGC to discuss your future educational goals or taking a college course while in high school, simply sign up in the Guidance Office. A RCGC rep will be here one day a month for this purpose.
2. Juniors who need help with using Naviance to research colleges and careers or who wish to sign up for the SATs or ACTs can take advantage of Walk‐in Wednesdays! Simply pop into the Media Center on any Wednesday during your lunch study hall to see a counselor for assistance. Due to next week’s PSAT testing on Wednesday, Oct. 19th, we will hold this next Thursday instead.
3. If you have not already done so, please sign up for Guidance text reminders. Juniors should text @wdhs18 to 81010.
4. All Juniors will take the PSAT on Wed., Oct. 19th during school hours. Please come prepared with pencils and a calculator.
Sophomores:
1. Are you interested in getting a jump on your college career? If so, RCGC offers students ages 15 and up the opportunity to take college courses at a fraction of the cost. Sign up to meet with an RCGC advisor in the guidance office if you are interested.
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2. All sophomores will take the PSAT on Wed., October 19th during the school day. Students should review the informational booklet they received and come prepared with pencils and a calculator.
MESSAGE FROM WDHS PTO:
This year our Homecoming Dance is scheduled for Saturday, October 29, 2016 in the High School Cafeteria/Gymnasium. In the past, we have always accepted food donations for this event. This year we are requesting either a $5 donation in lieu of food donations or, if you would still prefer to make a food donation, to sign‐up via the "Sign‐Up Genius" link below to do so. It is our hope that this will be easier for families and for us to keep track of which food to order/delivery. Any donations will be accepted and much appreciated. We will accept cash or check (checks made out to West Deptford PTO). Donations can be sent to the High School Main Office in an envelope addressed to the PTO. We would appreciate all monetary donations by October 26, 2016. Any questions please contact Karen Gotchel ‐ [email protected] .
You have been invited by Mrs. Gotchel to sign up for "Homecoming 2016." Please click on the link below to view the online sign‐up sheet. To sign up, go to:
http://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040d44abab2ca57‐homecoming
KEY CLUB NEWS: On Wednesday, October 5th, Key Club members made over 200 PB&J sandwiches to be distributed to the hungry in Camden. The following students participated: James Phillips, Maddie Kelly, Mariaya Smith, Taylor Fanslau, Camryn Pulley, Gavin Paul‐Welsh, Josh Shaffer, Justin Cairns, Brad Schultes, Maria Poblete, Sam Steward, Julie Egresitz, Dante Paterna, Markayla Anderson, Samuel Cameron, Katelyn Skarupa, Daniel Roselli, Emily Engles, LoriAnn Johnson, Annette Wanjiku, and Vinnie Pierce. Thanks to Mrs. Yvonne Herbst for volunteering her time and her kitchen. Thanks also to all the students, parents, and staff members who donated peanut butter, jelly, and bread. On Thursday, October 6th, Key Club members Sarah Cabello, Daniel Roselli, Jennifer Olivares, Jason Minnite, Jenny Le, Lori‐Ann Johnson, and Annette Wanjiku served dinner at Cathedral Kitchen in Camden.
Key Club is having a Homecoming Food Drive benefiting the Colonial Manor Food
Pantry. Students can earn points for their class during Spirit Week (October 24‐
28th) by bringing in non‐perishable food items to their
homerooms. Food donations also will be collected at
the homecoming football game on Friday, October
28th. Most needed items are peanut butter, jelly,
instant stuffing and potatoes, macaroni and cheese,
canned vegetables and fruit, soup and stews, pasta,
rice, dessert mixes, and pasta sauces. Thank you for
your generosity.
On Sunday, October 9th, 24 members of the West Deptford HS Key Club attended the NJ District Fall Rally at Six Flag Great Adventure. Members gathered with 2,000 Key Clubbers from around the state to kick off the year of service and learn about all the ways that they can serve their homes, schools, and communities.
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CBI NEWS:
The students in Mrs. McCool's Class have been reading about the History of West Deptford in her English class. On Friday the authors, April Maska & Noreen Mikulski, and teachers in our district, came to their classroom to do a presentation on the history of WD. The students were able to add to the conversation with the facts they learned while reading the book. Mrs. McCool will be taking the class on a tour of West Deptford next week. Here students will see firsthand the facts they learned about their hometown.
WDHS CBI – Tour of West Deptford
Pictured Left: Students
put their scarecrow on
display along
Riverwinds Drive.
Pictured Right:
Students after
receiving their tour of
Riverwinds
Community Center
Pictured Left: Students
observing the control
board at Wheelabrator
Technologies.
Pictured Right:
Students saw, 1st hand,
how Wheelabrator
turns trash into
energy.
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Ms. McCool’s CBI Class read the History of West Deptford Book in English Class. The authors of the book, April
Maska and Noreen Mikulski, visited the class with a presentation of artifacts found in West Deptford. Students
then went on a tour of West Deptford. The students were able to add to the discussion tour facts that they
learned from the book. It was a great activity!
West Deptford HS Class of 2019 Fall Fundraiser
OTIS SPUNKMEYER
Now you can fresh bake and serve all your family favorites! Choose from 13 delicious flavors of OTIS cookies, AUNTIE ANNE’S pretzels and CINNABON Gooey Bites. Skip the baking and enjoy the ease of our “thaw and serve” including Otis muffins, Double Fudge Brownies, and Pumpkin Cream Roll. Plus “heat and serve” SOUL WARMING soups – same soups served at Panera Bread.
There is something for everyone to enjoy in this great food program. All items delivered in time for holiday entertaining.
Our goal is for every family to participate. We are asking every student to sell at least 5 items. Profits from this fundraiser will be used towards your own STUDENT ACCOUNT. This account can be used by you in order to buy prom tickets, homecoming tickets, senior trip, etc.
Help make this the best fundraiser ever! Share the brochures with family, friends, and co-workers.
ORDERS DUE: No later than Friday, October 14th. Return white & yellow order forms.
PAYMENT: All payments must be collected when the order is placed.
Checks payable to West Deptford –Class of 2019.
Please include student’s name on the check.
Pictured: Left: Students
outside of the Heritage’s
Training Center
Pictured Right: The History
of West Deptford Book by
April Maska and Noreen
Mikulski
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DELIVERY: Early November – more details to follow!
QUESTIONS: Please contact Mrs. Patton or Ms. Stetson
Thank you for your continued support!
RENAISSANCE CLUB NEWS: SAVE THE DATE! The Renaissance Club is hosting their first Car and Truck Show! It will be held on Saturday, May 20, 2017. If you are interested in showing a car or truck, or if you are interested in being a vendor at our Car and Truck Show please fill out one of the attached forms and send them in to the attention of either Mrs. Falcone or Mrs. Pence. All spots (car/truck as well as vendors) are $15. The Renaissance Club appreciates your ongoing support! We hope to see everyone there!
Chick‐fil‐A Calendars on Sale NOW!! Need a holiday gift for people at work? A simple holiday thank you for the mail man, bus driver or favorite teacher? A Pollyanna gift that has to suit everyone? Or just an extra gift to have.... just in case??? Renaissance Club has got it covered! For only $7 you can have a 2017 Calendar featuring the Chick‐fil‐a cow. But more importantly, it comes with a "calendar card" which gives the holder free items at Chick‐fil‐a all year long!!! This is a great deal! You can spend double this amount on a calendar at a kiosk in the mall, and you don't get a year's worth of discounts! These are available now through a Renaissance Club member, or email Mrs. Pence ([email protected]) or Mrs. Falcone ([email protected]) to get yours. These are sold on a first come, first served basis and are only available until the beginning of December (if they last!)‐ so get yours now!
Support Renaissance Club and Eagle Athletics! The Renaissance Club will be selling Chick‐fil‐a sandwiches (for $4) at the Girls soccer game on Monday, 10/24 at 7pm, at West Deptford Park and honor our Seniors! Come out and support our Eagles and enjoy a great dinner! We will also be selling the same, legendary, Chick‐fil‐a sandwiches after school every Wednesday after school! Same price, only $4!
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ATTENTION SENIORS AND SENIOR PARENTS!
YEARBOOK SALES HAVE BEGUN!!!
Prices starting at $115. To order, visit https://shop.smart‐pay.com/ today!
Parents: Do not forget to purchase and design your own senior vanity ad!!!
Local Business Owners:
The West Deptford High School Yearbook staff cordially invites you to be a corporate sponsor for the 2017
yearbook. Your donation will benefit our school and students by helping to offset the cost of production of our
award‐winning publication. The success of the yearbook is dependent on the support of sponsors with an
interest in supporting our school and community. Kindly consider a donation to help sustain our continued
success in producing a high‐quality product at an affordable cost for our students. Thank you for your
consideration. Click here https://shop.smart‐pay.com/ to design your ad.
If you have any questions, please see the contact information below:
Yearbook Advisor‐ Erin Pence [email protected]
Yearbook Assistant Advisor‐ Mark Drummond [email protected]
Yearbook Financial Advisor‐ Lauren Dupont [email protected]
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Attention Class of 2017 ‐
Homecoming Class T‐shirts are now available!
Shirts are Black with green and white logo.
If you are interested in ordering a class t‐shirt, please fill out the order form below. T‐shirts will be available
to wear during Spirit Week, October 24 ‐ 28. Show your class pride!
Fill out the form below and return it to Ms. Freedman in Room 15 by Friday, October 7th. Class
officers will also be visiting homerooms to collect orders. You may pay using cash or check.
Please make checks payable to “WDHS Class of 2017.”
Name: _____________________________ Homeroom: __________
Small Medium Large X‐Large* Total
T‐shirt ‐ $15.00 each
Total: $
*Need XXL or XXXL? Make note of that and add $2.00 to the shirt price.
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NHS NEWS: The West Deptford National Honor Society will be selling 1/4 zip WD shirts as a fundraiser for Operation Blessing (these are the same shirts that our high school girls soccer team has been wearing, if you have had the opportunity to see them.) We have men's and women's sizing. All proceeds will benefit Operation Blessing. Operation Blessing is an NHS sponsored event that helps WD district families in need at Christmas. We thank you for your support!! Please let us know if you have any questions! [email protected]
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SUPPORT THE FIGHT AGAINST ESOPHAGEAL CANCER!
Our October 14th Football Game v. Woodstown will be dedicated to WD Administrator Rich Badt and his fight against
esophageal cancer. Please see attachment to get involved and make it a special night. All proceeds go to esophageal
cancer research. See attachment.
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WDHS BASEBALL
Designer Bag
Thursday November 17, 2016 Doors Open at 5:30pm – Bingo starts at 6:30pm
West Deptford High School Cafeteria 1160 Old Crown Point Road West Deptford, NJ 08093
Open to Adults Only – Must be 18 or older to play and attend
Available for purchase:
Extra Bingo Sheets * Dabbers * Basket Auction Tickets * 50/50 Tickets
Reserved seating for groups of 8 to 10 For additional information please contact Charisse Arra: [email protected]
Please print neatly. Email required to receive your confirmation and tickets. Registration forms due by November 10th. Return this form to with your payment to your child’s homeroom teacher in an envelope marked WDHS BASEBALL: BINGO c/o Charisse Arra. Cash or checks made payable to WDHS HRC.
Your Name:___________________________________________________________________
Phone:___________________Email:_______________________________________________
I would like to order _______ tickets at $25.00 each………………………………………… $ __________
I am unable to attend but would like to make a donation to the WDHS HRC……. $ __________
TOTAL ENCLOSED $ __________