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Volume 9 | Issue 1 | Fall 2019

AP Scholar Awards THE CLASS The Board’s Advanced Placement Program (AP) OF 2019 provides willing and academically prepared students College Attendance with the opportunity to take rigorous college-level The Class of 2019 is Eastern’s 53rd Graduating Class. This class has sought and successfully courses while still in high school, and to earn college received admissions to our country’s most prestigious and renowned institutions of higher credit, advanced placement, or both for successful education. Several of our students will be pursuing careers in our country’s armed services and performance on the AP Exams. About 18 percent of in professional industry. A special note of congratulations to Alexa Grabelle, and Salutatorian the more than 1.8 million students worldwide who Geoffrey Brandt. took AP Exams performed at a sufficiently high level American LIM College (Laboratory Seton Hall University to also earn an AP Scholar Award. Arizona State University Institute of Merchandising) Skidmore College The College Board recognizes several levels of Baylor University Lincoln University Southern New Hampshire achievement based on students’ performance on AP Binghamton University Long Island University, Post University Exams. Bloomfield College Loyola University Maryland State University of New York at Brandeis University MCPHS - Massachusetts College of New Paltz AT EASTERN Brigham Young University, Idaho Pharmacy & Health Sciences Stockton University Broward College Michigan State University Syracuse University Fifty-seven students were granted the National AP California State University, Milford Temple University Scholar Award. These students received scores of Northridge Millersville University of The Catholic University of America 3 or higher on three or more AP Exams. Camden County College Pennsylvania The College of New Jersey Monmouth University Thirty-seven students were granted the AP Scholar Central Connecticut State The New School - All Divisions Montclair State University with Honor Award. An average score of at least University The Ohio State University Clemson University Montgomery County Community The University of Alabama 3.25 on all AP Exams taken, and scores of 3 or College of Charleston College The University of Arizona higher on four or more of these exams. Colorado School of Mines Moore College of Art and Design The University of Scranton Forty–eight students qualified for the AP Scholar Connecticut School of Moravian College The University of Tampa with Distinction Award by earning an average Broadcasting Muhlenberg College Towson University score of at least 3.5 on all AP Exams taken, and Drexel University Neumann University Tulane University scores of 3 or higher on five or more of these East Carolina University New Jersey University of British Columbia exams. Eckerd College New York University University of California, Berkeley Nine students were designated as National AP Edinboro University of North Carolina Wesleyan College University of Cincinnati Scholar by earning an average score of at least 4 Pennsylvania Northeastern University University of Delaware on all AP Exams taken, and scores of 4 or higher Embry-Riddle Aeronautical Norwich University University of Florida University - Daytona Beach on 8 or more exams Nova Southeastern University University of Maine Fairleigh Dickinson University – Pace University, NYC University of Mary Washington Florham Campus Palm Beach Atlantic University Florida International University University of Maryland, College Palm Beach State College Park Fordham University Pennco Tech (New Jersey) University of Massachusetts, AP Scholar Roster Full Sail University Pennsylvania State University Amherst Georgia Institute of Technology Pikes Peak University of Michigan NUMBER OF AVERAGE Gettysburg College STUDENTS SCORE Princeton University University of New Haven Hampton University Quinnipiac University University of Pennsylvania TOTAL Hood College Ramapo College of New Jersey University of Pittsburgh AP SCHOLAR 142 3.88 Howard University Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute University of Rhode Island ROSTER Indiana University at Bloomington Rider University University of Rochester James Madison University AP SCHOLAR 57 3.21 Rizzieri Aveda School University of South Carolina Jefferson (Philadelphia University Rochester Institute of Technology University of South Florida, Tampa + Thomas Jefferson University) AP SCHOLAR Rowan College at Burlington University of Wisconsin, Madison 37 3.71 Jireh Preparatory Academy WITH HONOR County Ursinus College Kean University Rowan College at Gloucester Virginia Tech AP SCHOLAR Kutztown University of County Washington University in St. Louis WITH 48 4.65 Pennsylvania Rowan University DISTINCTION La Salle University West Chester University of Rutgers University–Camden Pennsylvania Lackawanna College Rutgers University-New Brunswick West Virginia University NATIONAL AP Lafayette College SCHOLAR 9 4.65 Saint Joseph’s University Widener University Lehigh University Saint Louis University Worcester Polytechnic Institute San Diego State University SEMESTER PERIOD CLASS OF 2019 Statistics Calendar POST AP COURSE OFFERINGS HIGH SCHOOL SCHOOL YEAR 2019-2020 2D Art PLANS September 3, 2019 – June 17, 2020 Biology 519 Graduating Seniors Calculus AB SEMESTER 1 Calculus BC Four Year College 68% September 3, 2019 – January 24, 2020 Chemistry Failure Notification...... 9/27/2019 Two Year College 20% Computer Science A Computer Principles Failure Notification ...... 10/25/2019 Other Post Secondary 1% PE/Health Change...... 11/11/2019 Drawing Total College Bound 89% Failure Notification...... 11/22/2019 English Language English Literature Failure Notification...... 12/20/2019 Military Services 2% Environmental Science Semester 1 Ends...... 1/24/2020 Employment 2% European History 88 Instructional Days Other 7% French Human Geography SEMESTER 2 Latin January 27, 2020 – June 17, 2020 NATIONAL MERIT Macroeconomics SCHOLAR Failure Notification...... 2/21/2020 Microeconomics PROGRAM Music Theory Failure Notification...... 3/13/2020 2019 PE/Health Change...... 3/30/2020 Physics C Winner 1 Failure Notification...... 4/17/2020 Physics 1 Psychology Failure Notification...... 5/15/2020 Commended 17 Research Semester 2 Ends...... 6/17/2020 Special Program 1 Seminar Nominees 89 Instructional Days Spanish Language 2 Days NJSLA Administration – No Instruction Statistics 4 Days Final Exams – No Instruction U.S. Gov’t and Politics FINAL EXAMS: June 12th – 17th, 2020 ETHNIC DISTRIBUTION United States History World History SUPPORT GROUPS White 62% Asian 17% High school is an important time in every child’s life. It is a time where academic achievements will determine a student’s African American 9% future. The Guidance Department believes that a student’s social and emotional growth is vital towards their academic Hispanic 8.5% IVY LEAGUE success. Counseling is offered individually in many areas. Multi-Racial 3% However, it has been found that group counseling offers a ACCEPTANCES unique opportunity for Eastern Regional students. Mrs. Zuk Pacific Islander <.5% Princeton University and Mr. Anderson offer groups for a variety of reasons. These groups have topics that include grief and loss, changing families, Native American 0% University of Pennsylvania and freshman transition just to name a few. Counselors consult with administrators, teachers, parents, and even students in an effort to find interested participants. If you have any questions ADVANCED PLACEMENT PROGRAM regarding Eastern Regional’s support groups or have a student referral please contact Mr. Anderson at extension 1128 or via 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 e-mail at [email protected]. Eastern Regional is committed to working with students to develop academically and socially Students Tested 321 348 321 320 332 on the journey in becoming young adults. Exams Taken 792 762 691 682 636

Percentage of Examinees Receiving: All programs and courses are open to all students; no student shall be denied access to any course offering on “3” or Higher 85% 80% 85% 82% 85% the basis of race, sex, national origin, color, creed, religion, ancestry, economic status, or handicap. “5” 30% 18% 27% 23% 24% EASTERN TESTING 2019  2020 NJSLA (Summer) Mark Your • Monday, July 29, 2019 – Thursday, August 1, 2019 ASVAB Calendars! • Thursday, September 12, 2019 PSAT • Wednesday, October 16, 2019 NJSLA (Summer Make-up) STUDY SMART TIPS • Tuesday, December 3, 2019 – Thursday, December 12, 2019 • Find a good place to study. ASVAB • Organize your study time. • Thursday, March 19, 2020 • Focus on one thing at a time. NJSLA • Allow more time for studying than • Thursday, April 23, 2020 – Friday, April 24, 2020 you think you’ll need. Make-ups –Tuesday, April 28, 2020– Wednesday, April 29, 2020 • Use “tricks” to help you memorize things. Accuplacer • Thursday, April 30, 2020 USE TEST-TAKING STRATEGIES • Have everything you need for the test AP Exams (pencils, calculator, etc.). • Week 1 – Monday, May 4 – Friday, May 8, 2020 • Before you start, look over the entire test and Week 2 – Monday, May 11 - Friday, May 15, 2020 develop a plan. Makeups – Wednesday, May 20 – Friday, May 22, 2020 • Mark the questions that you want to return to. NJSLA-S • Check your answers, and use all of the • Wednesday, May 27 & Thursday, May 28, 2020 time available. Final Exams • Friday, June 12 – Wednesday, June 17, 2020

FULL DAY BELL SCHEDULE 2019-20 Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Period 1 7:30-8:22 (52) Class 1 Class 2 Class 3 Class 4 Period 2 8:28-9:20 (52) Class 2 Class 3 Class 4 Class 1 Pledge and ETV 9:20-9:27 (7) Class 2 Class 3 Class 4 Class 1 News (in Period 2) Period 3 9:33-10:25 (52) Class 3 Class 4 Class 1 Class 2 L/L A 10:25-10:55 (30) Lunch/Lab A Lunch/Lab A Lunch/Lab A Lunch/Lab A L/L B 10:55-11:25 (30) Lunch/Lab B Lunch/Lab B Lunch/Lab B Lunch/Lab B Period 4 11:25-12:17 (52) Class 5 Class 6 Class 7 Class 8 Period 5 12:23-1:15 (52) Class 6 Class 7 Class 8 Class 5 Period 6 1:21-2:15 (54) Class 7 Class 8 Class 5 Class 6 Classes Dropped: Classes Dropped: Classes Dropped: Classes Dropped: 4 & 8 1 & 5 2 & 6 3 & 7

Note: If school is closed due to inclement weather or an emergency, the four-day cycle will continue without skipping a day. For example, if school is closed on Day 2, school will reopen on Day 2. Extensions to Know... EASTERN REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL – 856.784.4441 ADMINISTRATION Principal Dr. Tull Mrs. Palmer, Principal Secretary Ext. 1120 Director of Academic Programs & Student Performance Dr. Borda Mrs. Leone, Curriculum Secretary Ext. 1290 Director of Special Services – Child Study Team, Dr. Roth Mrs. Humphries, Special Services Secretary Ext. 1232 504 Coordinator, Homelessness Liaison Mrs. Behan, Special Services Secretary Ext. 1240 Supervisor of Guidance Mr. Susko Ms. Geiger, Guidance Secretary Ext. 1203 Mrs. Kendall, Guidance Secretary Ext. 1146 Ms. Spinogatti, Guidance Secretary Ext. 1145 Supervisor of Humanities - Social Studies, Mr. Young Ext. 1226 World Language, GT, Visual & Performing Arts, Affirmative Action Officer Supervisor of STEM -Math, Computer Science, Mrs. Ryan Ext. 1205 Science, Family Consumer Science, Curriculum Vice Principal of Athletics & Student Activities Mr. Picot Mrs. Hunter-Ryan, Athletic Secretary Ext. 1165 Vice Principal- Grade 9 Health & PE, Anti-Bullying Mr. Hill Mrs. Weber, Grade 9 Secretary Ext. 1221 Coordinator, I&RS Vice Principal - Grade 10 English, ELL, I&RS Dr. Clarke Mrs. Cattell, Grade 10 Secretary Ext. 1134 Vice Principal – Grade 11 TV Media, Technology, Mr. Smart I&RS Ms. Kerr, Grade 11 & 12 Secretary Ext. 1220 Vice Principal – Grade 12 Business, Industrial Arts, Mr. Westerby School Safety Specialist, I&RS 600 OFFICE Mrs. Hornbach, 600 Secretary Ext. 1123 ATTENDANCE OFFICE Mrs. Dickerson, Attendance Secretary Ext. 1204 MAIN OFFICE Mrs. Pasternak, Main Office Secretary Ext. 1224 NURSES’ OFFICE Mrs. D’Ascenzo (11-12) Mrs. Aceto, Nurses’ Secretary Mrs. Krimmel (9-10) Ext. 1141 GUIDANCE COUNSELORS Mr. Anderson, Ext. 1128 Mr. Bolen, Ext. 1106 Mrs. Bosworth, Ext. 1151 Mrs. Bunnell-Jackson, Ext. 1142 Mr. Crawford, Ext. 1116 Mrs. Freedner, Ext. 1117 Miss Lattimer, Ext. 1153 Mrs. Wasiakowski, Ext. 1143 Mrs. Zuk, Ext. 1144 MEDIA CENTER Mrs. Sobel Ext. 1169

Problems OR Concerns? Counselor Assignments Communication is the key. If you have an academic concern first confer with the teacher. If the concern persists, contact your child’s guidance counselor or SCHOOL YEAR 2019 - 2020 the department supervisor who will assess the situation and the circumstances.

Department GRADE 12 GRADE 11 GRADE 10 GRADE 9 Student or Parent Teacher Counselor Supervisor CLASS OF CLASS OF CLASS OF CLASS OF COUNSELOR 2020 2021 2022 2023 EXT. All teachers have e-mail addresses that can be found on the Eastern webpage Mrs. Zuk A-Bar A-Ber A-Bek A-Cam 1144 @ www.eccrsd.us. Ms. Lattimer Bas - Cl Bes-Cos Bel-Dal Can-Dem 1153 GRADING SCALE Mrs. Freedner Cm - Fo Cot-Fe Dam-Gaq Den-Gol 1117 A = 92 - 100 C = 74 – 82 F = 64 and Ms. Bosworth Fp - Ke Ff-I Gar-Kap Gom-Kar 1151 B = 83 - 91 D = 65 – 73 below Mr. Anderson Kf - Li J-K Kaq-Led N/A 1128

Mrs. Bunnell- Lj - Ng L-Mod 1142 Jackson Lee-Nau Kas-McG Mr. Crawford Nh - R Moe-Ri Nav-Rol McH-Pr 1116 Mr. Bolen S - Ta Rj-Sw Rom-Tan Ps-So 1106 Mrs. Wasiakowski Tb - Z Sx-Z Tao-Z Sp-Z 1143