Haverford High School Weekly Announcements

March 25 thru March 31

World Down Syndrome Day, March 21

Aidan Milligan pictured above did a presentation on World Down Syndrome Day.

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Pictured above Ms. Payne, Ms. Kishbaugh, Molly Warren, Ms. Cesarini and Ms. Young

A special thanks to Molly Warren for providing her teachers with "3/21 rock your sock" socks!

Croissant Day in Ms. Braun's Class

Pictured above is Jakob Timme and June Park celebrating Croissant day in Ms. Braun's on March 19.

Junior Prom Tickets

Junior Prom tickets will be on sale the week of April 1-5 during all the lunches. The cost of the Junior Prom tickets will be $70.00 Please make sure you pay all obligations before purchasing your tickets (Please see Mrs. Smyth in the Main office for your obligations)

If you are bringing a date from another school, please make sure you pick up a form when purchasing tickets. Thank you.

The Junior Prom will take place on Friday, April 26, at Drexelbrook in Drexel Hill from 6:30 pm to 10:45 pm.

2/20 Safe2Say Something - Click the image below to see the full presentation

Safe2Say Something brochure is above. All Students had assemblies last week to review the Safe2Say procedures. Thank you for all your support in keeping the students at HHS safe and healthy each day.

Safe Arrival APP - Having Problems? If you are experiencing problems with the Safe Arrival AP, please follow the steps below:

If you have been experiencing issues with the app, please follow the below steps.

The steps to perform this refresh are:

1. Open the SchoolMessenger app.

2. Go to the menu in the upper left corner.

3. Choose contacts.

4. Once in contacts, press the refresh button in the upper right hand corner.

5. This screen will still show an error, but when you open the menu from the upper left the second time, you will have access to Attendance. Messages will also be populated with all recent messages you were sent.

6. At this point, your app should be functioning normally again.

If you have not been using the SchoolMessenger\SafeArrival App for reporting absences but would like to, you can visit the information page on our website for directions on how to start.

safe arrival Information Page

Happening this week

Monday, March 25 - DCCC placement testing 9:00 am in room 138

3/20 Monday, March 25 Italian Club meeting in room 133 after school

Tuesday, March 26 - Juniors sign up for College Road trip through the Counseling office

Tuesday, March 26- Video Autopsy Tuesday, March 26 Girl Up in room 335 after school

Tuesday, March 26 - World Affairs club meeting room 217 after school

Tuesday, March 26 - HS Choral Night 7:00 pm

Wednesday, March 27 -College and Career Fair 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm, over 75 Colleges and trade schools attending.

Thursday, March 28 - Ms.Oleykowski APES Review schedule for today in room 350 after school Thursday, March 28 - Pen and Ink Meeting in room 228

Thursday, March 28 -Spring Series from Education Foundation " Active Threats - Primer for Parents" in room 126 at High School for Kindergarten through High School, presented by Officer Michael Flynn from Haverford Police Department

Friday, March 29 - Juniors- College Road trip Permission slip due today Money for lunch($7.00) due April 2, the day of trip

Friday, March 29 - 40th Evening of Jazz 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm

Coming Soon

Monday, April 1 through Friday, April 5 - Junior Prom tickets all week during lunches Tuesday, April 2 - College Road trip - All Juniors

Thursday, April 11 Red Cross Blood Drive Friday, April 12 - Haverford's Finest Saturday, April 13 - Trent Stetler Fun day - Mental Health Awareness in the Community

Wednesday, April 17, Thursday, April 18 - Spring Break Friday, April 19 - No School Monday, April 22 Teacher In-Service day- No School for students Tuesday, April 23 - School Resumes

Friday, April 26 - Junior Prom Monday, April 30 AP testing begins

Senior Dues

Senior Dues are now being accepted. Dues are $115 and include the student's Cap & Gown, Yearbook, Senior Tee Shirt and the student's ticket to the Senior Breakfast.

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Seniors who wish to also purchase their Chromebook can do so by paying an additional $30, for a total of $145.

These fees may be paid online at the following link: http://haverfordsd.corecommerce.com/

Attention: ALL STUDENTS COMING THIS WEDNESDAY!

College and Career Fair on Wednesday, March 27th 6:000 - 8:00 PM

Plan to attend one of the largest High School College and Career Fairs in Delaware County. Over 75 Colleges, Universities and Trade School will be in attendance on March 27, 2019, in the Gym from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Information can be found on the website.

Lots of information! Hope to see you there!

5/20

Ed Foundation offering Free Speaker Series

The Haverford Township School District Education Foundation (HTSDEF) is offering a speaker series designed to equip and support parents and families with information and tools to work through some of today's challenging issues. Please see the attached speaker overview (HTSDEF overview) and schedule (HTSDEF).

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THURSDAY, MARCH 28 | 7 PM – 8:30 PM

FOR PARENTS OF ALL SCHOOL STUDENTS:

Active Threats: A Primer for Parents

(For parents of students in kindergarten through 12th grade)

Today no one is ever ready for an active threat. Mass chaos impacts everyone involved. Presenter, Michael Flynn, will provide firsthand information for parents. This interactive workshop will equip parents to improve understanding to handle threatening situations.

Michael Flynn, is a part of the patrolman and detective units. He is a Certified Crime Prevention Specialist and is tasked with instructing citizens of the township, adults and school aged children, in methods and strategies to reduce victimization. He oversees the Community Policing Unit which works closely with the residential, commercial and industrial communities to develop strategies that promote proactive community problem solving and crime prevention.

Register for each event: https://2019speakerseries.eventbrite.com

7/20 THURSDAY, APRIL 4 | 7 PM – 8:30 PM

FOR PARENTS OF HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS:

Learn How to Better Cope with Stress: An Introduction to Mindfulness for Ourselves and Our Young Adult Children

(For parents and high school students)

At increasingly younger ages, teens are facing higher levels of stress both in school and in everyday life. Research has found that stressful events can impact health and well­being in adolescents and can contribute to the development of physical and mental health problems and learning challenges. Practicing mindfulness can help both parents and teens improve their ability to focus, manage stress, regulate emotions and develop a positive outlook.

Presenter, Michael Baime, MD, will review the science behind mindfulness, lead a brief mindfulness practice, engage participants in a listening exercise and arm parents with some tools to help their young adults to regulate their response to stress and other emotional challenges.

Michael Baime, MD, one of the country’s foremost experts on mindfulness, is a Clinical Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. He is also the founder and director of the Penn Program for Mindfulness. He earned a B.A. from Haverford College and an M.D. from the University of Pennsylvania.

Register for each event: https://2019speakerseries.eventbrite.com

Attendance

Attendance ­ Any late note, early dismissal note, absence excuse note, and classroom attendance should be turned into the Attendance Office. The Attendance office is located ACROSS from the Main Office, by the Front Entrance.

Yearbook

Attention Seniors: Yearbook Senior Ad deadline has been extended. Deadline is MONDAY, March 25.

Online orders can be placed at

http://www.yearbookordercenter.com/

Please remind your parents / guardians / loved ones! Space is limited! Order yours now!

Activities

Art Club- Art Club meets Tuesdays after school in rooms 120 and 122. First Tuesday of the month, there will be an art lesson, all Tuesdays are an open studio with access to supplies, tools, and expert advice. Mrs. Marshall and Ms. Talkin, sponsors. All are welcome!

Fashion Club - Fashion Club meeting Tuesdays after school, room 120. Do you wear clothes? Interested in any aspect of Fashion from following trends, fashion photography, and accessories, to designing and

8/20 making garments, join Fashion Club! Ms. Talkin, sponsor. All welcome.

Fitness Center - Weight Room is now open on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays after school until 4:00.

Guitar Club - Every Wednesday - Have a guitar, bass or other stringed instruments? Bring it by Room 226 for Guitar Club every Wednesday from 2:30-3:30!

Italian Club - Italian club meeting on Monday, March 25, in room 133, afterschool

Math Center - Do you need extra help with math, help with math homework or studying for a math test? If so, the Math Center is the place for you! The Math Center is open on Tuesdays and Wednesdays in room 337 after school from 2:30 until 3:30 pm.

Movie Club - Movie Club is meeting this Wednesday and Thursday from 2:30-3:30 in room 237. Come join us for movies

World Affairs Club - Any student participating in the Model Arab League in April needs to attend a mandatory meeting in Room 217 on Tuesday, March 26 to get a permission slip and discuss details of the conference and trip. See Mr. Caviglia if you have questions.

Writing Center - The Writing Center will be open on Wednesday’s in the library after school.

Please make a note: All Community Information can always be found on our District Website under “Community Information”. Community events, PTO information, Child Care resources and information about area camps and summer programs are some of the examples of the information which can be found on our website. Thank you.

Counseling Department

HHS Local Scholarships and Awards 2019 Each year, over 20 scholarships and awards provided by local organizations, alumni groups, and community members are awarded to Haverford High School seniors. The application for these local HHS scholarships and awards will be available on the Haverford High School Counseling Department website from Wednesday, March 13th until Friday, March 29th. At 3:00 PM on March 29th, the application will close.

These awards will be presented on May 29th, 2019, at the Senior Awards Night held at Haverford High School.

https://www.haverford.k12.pa.us/home-high-school/counseling/local-scholarships-and-awards

Upcoming Events: Juniors: Please visit your Naviance Homepage to see the list of upcoming college representative visits.

9/20 Here are some of the colleges scheduled to visit: William and Mary Coastal Carolina University Manor College Binghamton University Clarkson University Pennsylvania State University If you would like to meet with a representative, you can sign up on Naviance.

College Road trip for 11th-grade students - April 2, 2019

Sign up by March 26 with Counseling Office

Permission slip along with $7.00 for lunch due to your Counselors by March 29

Click the link below to see slides:

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1TIQoxbb6RgJdBtu-wlVZff7zzNm0rb8Xl0_qWaPnTvw/edit? ts=5c95239b#slide=id.p1

Scholarships

For any senior pursuing a career in the field of education, the Pennsylvania Association of School Retirees is offering three college scholarships to Delaware County seniors. The deadline is March 31st. Please look for these and many other scholarships in Naviance.

10/20 The Delaware County Chapter of the Pennsylvania Association of School Retirees (PASR) is offering two $5,000 scholarships (Lauretta Woodson Scholarships) and one $1,000 scholarship (Frank Monaghan Scholarship) to Delaware County public high school seniors planning a career in the field of education- teaching, administration, school counseling, school nurse, librarian, etc. The applications are available in Naviance, or at delcopasr.org. The application deadline is March 31th. Seniors are reminded to visit Naviance for a list of available scholarships.

HTEA Education Scholarship

Dear Applicant,

The Haverford Teachers Education Association (HTEA) is proud to offer two (2) two thousand dollar ($2000) scholarships to two QUALIFIED Haverford High School graduating seniors who plan to pursue a career in Education.

The HTEA Scholarship Committee will review all application materials. The HTEA Executive Committee will then approve the recommended names for the scholarships.

If you wish to apply for one of these scholarships, please submit the following information to Ms. Laskaris in room 328 by Friday, April 26th, 2019—no exceptions!

1. “HTEA Scholarship­delivered Please submit a signed “Transcript Request” form to Mrs. Novino in the Counseling Office. Label the request, transcript. A copy of your to student.” 2. Questionnaire located within this packet 3. 3 letters of recommendation (teacher /counselor /community member) in a sealed envelope labeled with your name and “HTEA Scholarship.” 4. A word­processed essay limited to 250 words or less. The topic: “Why do you wish to enter the field of education?” 5. Acceptance Letter from the College to which you are attending specifying the specific program in which you have been accepted (It must be some type of education major)

Very Important!!!

6. All of the above materials are to be securely placed inside of a file folder labeled with your name and “HTEA Scholarship” and submitted to Ms. Laskaris in room 328 by Friday, April 26th,2019.

Any submissions that are incomplete or received after the deadline will not be reviewed. The application can earn a maximum of 35 points when being reviewed.

Thank you, HTEA—Haverford Township Education Association

Activities, Talents and Service

I. Leadership and participation in Education Course work and Activities

Please indicate the courses and/or clubs you have participated in during your time at Haverford, please include any leadership roles you may have held and the duration______

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Leadership and participation in other school and community activities including athletics

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Work Experience, Hobbies, Outside Interests and Special Talents

______

______

Scoring Rubric: Each section can earn up to 3 points total

3 points­ the student has participated in a variety of activities, over the course of several years, and has demonstrated excellence through awards, recognition and leadership positions.

2 points­ the student demonstrates two out of the three criteria: variety of activities; more than one year of participation; awards, recognition, leadership

1 point­ the student demonstrated one of the three criteria: variety of activities; more than one year of participation; awards, recognition, leadership

Essay Question

Instructions to students: Please type a 300­500 word essay describing your goals in the following areas:

1) Future education; 2) Personal Life; 3) Community/society service; 4) Career goals

A total of 16 points is devoted to this section. The essay will be evaluated using the Keystone Rubric­ focus, organization, content and clarity/control of the essay.

An outstanding response would have the following characteristics in all four goal areas:

Reveal a capacity for introspection, reflection and vision Acknowledge a need for continuous learning and growth Are realistic and relevant in terms for the student’s stated interests, talents and skills Represents a clear and consistent set of values Are well written in terms of organization, grammar, spelling and word usage Clearly stated goals, which reflect an achievement orientation as opposed to a wish list.

Letters of Recommendation

Three letters of recommendation­ one from each of the following categories must be included. Letters of recommendation can earn up to 5 total points.

12/20 a. Teacher b. Counselor or grade level principal c. Community member (for example­ Co­op teacher, employer, family friend, religious community)

Overall Quality of Application (Maximum 5 points)

On a scale of 1­5 rate the overall quality of this applicant’s package, with 5 being the highest quality. Also consider the extent to which the total “picture” of the student matches the purpose and defining criteria of the HTEA Education Scholarship: Leadership, citizenship, service, and probable success in post­secondary education. This section is an opportunity to evaluate the degree to which a nominee has followed the application criteria.

Music Department

PMEA ­Thursday, March 21, Friday, March 22, and Saturday, March 23

Tuesday, March 26 High School Choral Night at 7:00 pm

40th Annual Evening of Jazz Friday, March 29, 2019 6:30 pm

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ATTENDANCE News:

Attendance - Any late note, early dismissal note, absence excuse note, and classroom attendance should be turned into the Attendance Office. The Attendance office is located ACROSS from the Main Office, by the front entrance.

Please note: It is no longer required to “call your child out” when they are absent. Full-Day absences should be reported using the SafeArrival Program. SafeArrival is an app/webpage that you download to your phone or computer and sign-on to report your child’s absence from school - SafeArrival eliminates the need to send in a note. The App is “SchoolMessenger” and is available on the App Store & Google Play Store. Click on the following link for further instructions.

SafeArrival/School Messenger Instruction

In the event that you are unable to use SafeArrival, please continue to send in an Absent Note upon returning to school, or you may email the Attendance Desk at [email protected]. You may also use email for Early Dismissals and Late Arrivals.

Sports

14/20 Swimming at States

Last weekend some of our best swimmers attended Bucknell University for State Competition Swimming. The Swim medley team of Zach Givens, David Abrahams, Jackson Graham, and Jon Meyer came in 8th in the entire state. David Abrahams came in 2nd only losing to someone that broke Haverford Alumni and Olympian, Brendan Hansen's record. Very impressive for HHS at State Swimming.Congratulations to these awesome swimmers! You make us H-Proud!

JVB Girls Lacrosse team

The JVB Girls Lacrosse Team is still in need of a goalie! Any field hockey goalies or perspective girls lacrosse goalies- please come out & join us! It is going to be a great season! Any other players who would still like to join please reach out to Coach Abby at [email protected]

Monday, March 25 Baseball Boys JV Baseball away at Upper Darby 3:45 pm Boys Varsity Baseball home vs. Upper Darby at 3:45

Lacrosse Boys JVB away at Garnet Valley 3:45 pm Field 14 Softball Girls JV Softball away at Upper Darby 3:45 at 69th Street field Girls Varsity Softball away at Upper Darby Field at 3:45 p

Tuesday, March 26

15/20 Tennis Boys Varsity Tennis 3:45 pm away at Radnor Volleyball Boys JV Volleyball away at St. Joe's Prep School 3:45 pm Boys Varsity Volley away at St. Joe's Prep School 5:00 pm

Lacrosse Boys JV Lacrosse away at 5:45 pm at Garnet Valley (GVHS Stadium) Boys Varsity Lacrosse at 7:30 pm away at Garnet Valley Girls JV Lacrosse at Home vs. Garnet Valley 6:00 pm Girls Varsity Lacrosse at Home at 7:30 pm

Wednesday, March 27

Baseball Boys JV Baseball at Home at 3:45 vs. Conestoga Boys Varsity Baseball Away at Conestoga High School 3:45

Lacrosse Boys JVB Lacrosse at Home 3:45 vs. Conestoga Girls JVB Lacrosse home(Williamson Field, Manoa) at 3:45 pm vs. Radnor Track and Field Boys Track and Field away at Ridley Girls Track at Home 3:45 pm vs. Lower Merion, and Ridley

Softball Girls JV Softball at home (Coopertown elementary) vs. Conestoga Girls Varsity Siftball home at the Haverford Reserve at 3:45 vs. Conestoga

Thursday, March 28 Volleyball Boys JV Volleyball at home in HHS Gym vs. Unionville Boys Varsity Volleyball at home at 5:00 pm

Tennis Boys Varsity Tennis at home 3:45 pm Penncrest Boys JV Tennis at home 4:30 pm vs. Penncrest

Lacrosse

Girls JV Lacrosse away at Upper Darby 5:30 pm at UDHS Stadium Girls Varsity Lacrosse away at Upper Darby Memorial field Boys JV Lacrosse at home 6:00 pm vs. Upper Darby Boys Varsity Lacrosse at home 7:30 pm vs. Upper Darby

16/20 Friday, March 29 Lacrosse Girls Varsity Lacrosse away at Plymouth Whitemarsh at 3:30 pm Girls JV Lacrosse away at Plymouth Whitemarsh at 5:00 pm Tennis Boys Varsity Tennis at home 3:45 pm vs. Strath Haven Boys JV Tennis at home at 4:30 pm Softball Girls JVB Softball away at 3:45 pm at Upper Darby 69th street field

Saturday, March 30 Track and Field Boys and Girls Track and Field vs. Marple Cornog Field 10:00am

Fall of 2019 Sports

Please mark your calendars: Start dates for Fall sports 2019: Monday, August 12th

Football Heat Acclimation, August 5, JV and Varsity Football

Please see the Haverford High School website, under Athletics for updated information

Fundraisers

ASA ­ Asian Student Awareness ­ will have a bake sale on Monday, March 25 before and after school

Young Democrats - will be having a bake sale afterschool on Tuesday, March 26

Art Stickers

The AP Art class is selling original artwork sticker designs made by students as a fundraiser for the AP Art show on May 4th.

We sold out today and are now taking orders if anyone is interested! Buy some for your homeroom students, your kids, birthdays, class prizes, or to decorate your own water bottle or notebook. 2 for $1, or 50 cents each. We have a teacher discount of $4 for a set of 12.

I have attached larger images of the 33 choices we have currently, and a picture of some on my laptop for scale. Reply sender to make an order.

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Robotics

18/20 The robotics club is currently selling an UNLIMITED-use discount card that holds over 15 different discounts for various local businesses for only $10! If you are interested in purchasing one, please email us at [email protected]

We have the “H” magnets for $5.00. If you would like to purchase a magnet, please see Mrs. McCormick in the main office. Cash only. Thank you.

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