From the Principal I Once Saw an Advertisement for a Book for Parents; It Read
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The Pinion, Volume 21 Issue 1 Newsletter of Dear Parents: Paul VI High School From the Principal I once saw an advertisement for a book for parents; it read: What job runs 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, offers no vacation or retirement plan and yields rewards beyond those of any other job? Parenting. From the terrible twos to the tricky August 2021 teens and beyond, parenting is a stretch of tough, spiritually wearing work...All you need is strong faith to guide you, strong morals to impart to your children, and the strength of your convictions to maintain discipline in your home. When I finished reading the above, I smiled and thought of all of you who do not have the time to write that book of advice, but who probably have plenty of stories to tell and advice to go with them. Many of our Paul VI parents are already veterans in raising teenagers. Others of you are in the high school teenage years for the first time. But no matter how old your children are, you do need the guidance of your Catholic faith to fix a strong moral compass. We look forward to working with you as partners this year in the formation of your student both spiritually and academically. The opening of school this year will require that the students wear masks. It may seem disappointing to some, but we know from last year’s experiences that we have the tools and determination to have an enjoyable and successful year. It does help everyone’s peace of mind to know that so many who attend Paul VI are fully vaccinated. Your cooperation in uploading the vaccination card in your stu- dent’s Magnus Health record will prove invaluable to us as we go forward. Students who are vaccinat- ed and have their vaccination card in Magnus Health will not have to quarantine if they are exposed to a positive case. The vaccination record will also be helpful to students who chose to travel or attend field trips with the school. Let us also remember to encourage your student to belong to a club, a team, or attend an activity. The four high school years go by too quickly and activities and events create invaluable memories. The following statement is from an essay from a student who graduated: “Every morning I take a long 45 minute drive to school, with my hot cup of coffee and my to-go break- fast sitting right next to me. I could’ve chosen a closer school to attend; one that would give me a good extra hour of sleep in the morning, but I chose Paul VI High School. My freshman year I knew I made the right choice and remembering what many of my older friends had advised me to do, I joined nu- merous clubs…The best advice ever given to me about high school was to get involved. You only have four years to experience high school and what better way than to be a part of as many activities your school has to offer? High school is the time to experience, learn and lead in anything you want, whether it’s in sports, clubs or other outside service activities. And that is exactly what I did.” We, the Paul VI faculty, and staff, are here to work together with you in the awesome job you have undertaken. For all of us, that strong faith guiding us is essential and should be one of the reasons we chose a Catholic high school. Let us pledge our support for our children in partnership with each other to provide the best education possible. We are committed to you and stand ready to help you in all ways with your teenage son or daughter. Enjoy the remainder of summer. Sincerely, Sr. Marianne McCann Principal OPENING DAYS of SCHOOL Tuesday, September 7th Casual Dress Freshman Orientation/Spirit Day 8:00 a.m.Wednesday, until approx. September12:00 p.m. 8th The Pinion Formal Uniform Freshman and Senior Orientation 8:00 a.m. until approx. 12:30 p.m. Thursday,Senior Mass September 10:00 a.m. 9th Formal Uniform Sophomore and Junior Orientation 8:00 a.m. untilMonday, approx. September 12:30 p.m. 13th All Students Warm Weather Uniform 8:00 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. The Pinion, Volume 21 Issue 1 First Days of Schools CLASS SCHEDULE On the first day of school, your student will receive Freshman Welcome their class schedule when they report to home- “Class of 2025” room. Please Note: July and August tuition pay- Friday, September 10, 2021 7:00 p.m. ments must be current in order for a student to The PINION is a receive a class schedule on the first day of school. Freshmen and their families are invited to at- Photos will be taken for IDs. Dismissal will be tend the first home varsity football game of the publication for parents approximately 12:30 p.m. season. At halftime, stop by the dining hall for and families of hot dogs, burgers, chips and drinks courtesy of BOOK BILLS the PTO. Paul VI High School. Watch out for your itemized bill sent through the Comments or suggestions mail the second week of August! This will be a list For tickets into the game, refreshments and are welcomed and should of the fees, workbooks and materials that your giveaways, email Paul Bakey student will need that are not provided by the state [email protected]. Include in your be sent to: textbook money. Mail your payment by Wednes- email: 1) Name of freshman and 2) Number of day, September 1st. Your student will receive persons attending. Responses must be re- Sr. Marianne McCann his/her workbooks and materials the first full week ceived by Friday, September 3rd. 901 Hopkins Road, of school. Students will not receive their materials and workbooks until the book fee is paid. All are welcome on the evening of the Ste. B event, however if the tickets are not or- Haddonfield, SENIOR PARKING dered in advance an admission fee will be New Jersey Parking on the Paul VI parking lot is available only collected. 08033-3098 to seniors. Seniors can park on the lot the first day of school. Prior to the first day of school on We look forward to seeing you at this great Wednesday, September 8th, students along with event! E-mail address: their parents, must complete the online Parking [email protected] Permit Application found on the Magnus Health App. Web Page “Class of 2022” www.pvihs.org On the first day of school, send in a check or cash SENIOR PORTRAITS in the amount of $25.00 (must be in a sealed enve- Mark your calendar! Senior portraits will be taken lope with student’s name and homeroom) and give the week of October 25th through the 29th by to Mrs. Sweeney in the Attendance Office. You appointment only. You will receive a letter the first will then be given a parking hangtag. President……………... week of October with directions on setting up your Mr. Michael Chambers Juniors may be permitted on the lot, but only if appointment time online. there are spaces available. Principal……………… Formal Uniforms on the First Day of School Sr. Marianne McCann Students are required to wear the complete “formal” uniform including uniform shoes on Wednesday and Vice Principal………… Thursday, September 8th and 9th. The boys’ uniform consists of PVI khaki pants, Paul VI navy blue blazer, solid color shirt and tie, uniform shoes and belt. The girls’ uniform consists of plaid skort, white PVI blouse, Ms. Regina Siciliano navy PVI logo sweater, navy blue tights and uniform shoes. Asst. Principal for Warm Weather Uniforms The warm-weather uniform is worn from Monday, September 13, 2021 until Thursday, September 30th, Student Life…………... and then again beginning Monday, May 2nd until the end of the school year. Warm weather uniform consists Mr. Matthew Screnci of a navy blue PVI monogrammed golf shirt which replaces the jacket, shirt and tie for boys and the sweater and blouse for girls. Asst. Principal for Supplement to Uniform Discipline…………….. Beginning September 2021-2022 we will add a supplement to the existing school uniform. Mr. Keith Jones For the boys it is a 1/4 zip long-sleeve shirt with PVI logo that can be worn un- derneath the PVI blazer as well as over the warm-weather polo. For the girls it is a full zipped fleece jacket that can be worn over the PVI sweater or the warm- weather polo. They sell for $40 each. School uniforms, school shoes and gym uniforms (freshmen/sophomores only) are to be purchased at: Risse Brothers 901 E. Clements Bridge Road Runnemede, NJ 08078 856-751-0175 2 The Pinion, Volume 21 Issue 1 College Financial Aid Night SAT’s at Paul VI Mark your calendar for Tuesday, September 28, 2021 at This year we will be offering the 7:00 p.m. when Paul VI will be holding a College Financial SAT at Paul VI on six dates in- Aid Night featuring guest speaker, John Iacovelli, Director cluding the August test date. of Enrollment Management at Stockton University. This will give our students the chance to test in familiar sur- roundings as well as offering a testing site that is accessi- College Visits for Seniors ble to them. The following are the dates that have been selected for the 2021-2022 testing year: Juniors and seniors should consider visiting colleges over the summer months.