The Viking Voice
IMPORTANT DATES
May , 22, 2023 - NJSLA Testing for 9th Graders ONLY
- Click here for more information regarding the changes in the NJSLA Testing Schedule.
May 22, 2023 - Class of 2023 iPad Purchase Program Opens
- Click here for more information
May 22, 2022 - EEF meeting
- 7:00pm
- Gongol Learning Center
May 22, 2023 - Board of Education Special Meeting
- 4:00pm
- Board of Education Office
May 23, 24, 25, & 26, 2023 - NJSLA Testing for 9th and 11th Grade Students
- Click here for more information
May 23, 2023 - Senior Portraits Begin
- Media Center
May 24, 2023 - Cultural Diversity Expo
- 5:30pm
- Main Entrance Foyer
May 25, 2023 - One Act Plays
- 7:00pm
- Performing Arts Center
May 29, 2023 - School Closed in Observance of Memorial Day
June 1, 2023 - Academic Awards 9th, 10th and 11th Grade
- 6:30pm
- Performing Arts Center
June 1, 2023 - Academic Awards 12th Grade
- 7:30pm
- Performing Arts Center
June 1, 2023 - Deadline to Return all Library Media Center Books
June 3, 2023 - SATs
June 7, 2023 - Fashion Show and the Night of the Arts
- 5:00pm - 7:00pm Art program, 7:00pm Fashion Show
- Main Foyer, Gym 4 and Performing Arts Center
June 13, 2023 - Zero Day Schedule
- Please click here for the Zero Day Bell Schedule
Final Exam Schedule:
- June 14, 2023 - English IV
- June 15, 2023 - Math and Social Studies/Conflicts
- June 19, 2023 - Science and World Language/Conflicts
- June 20, 2023 - English I, II and III (Senior Practice at 7:30am and Senior Banquet at 1:00pm)/Conflicts
June 20 2023 - Graduation Practice for the Class of 2023
- 7:30am
- Performing Arts Center
June 20, 2023 - Senior Banquet
- 1:00pm - 4:00pm
- Collingswood Ballroom
June 21, 2023 - Make-up and Conflict Exam Administration
- Only students making up an exam or taking a conflict exam should attend school
June 21, 2023 - Graduation Practice for the Class of 2023
- 7:30am
- Performing Arts Center
June 21, 2023 - Class of 2023 Commencement Ceremony
- 2:00pm - Gates Open
- 3:00pm - Ceremony Begins
- McAleer Stadium
SCHOOL NEWS
Important Change to the NJSLA Schedule
Eastern Regional High School was selected to administer a field test in NJSLA ELA to all 9th grade students (Class of 2026) requiring an extra day of testing. Therefore, Eastern will be conducting NJSLA testing of all Freshman (Class of 2026) on Monday, May 22, 2023.
All members of the classes of 2023, 2024, and 2025 will report to school by 9:45am on Monday, May 22nd. Transportation will be provided at both times for those students.
The New Jersey Department of Education requires public schools to administer the New Jersey Student Learning Assessment (NJSLA) in ELA and math to all 9th grade students; these assessments will be given on May 22 - 26, 2023.
The NJDOE also requires schools to administer the NJSLA in science to all 11th grade students. These assessments will be given May 23 - 26, 2023.
On these days, only the students who are testing will report to school at 7:30am. All other students will report to school at 9:45am. Please see the NJSLA test administration schedule for the alternate bell schedule that will be used. Transportation will be provided at both times for those students. Non-testing students requiring transportation should arrive at their bus stop 2 ½ hours later than the regular time.
All tests are digital and will be taken on the student’s iPads. On test days, it is mandatory that students bring their fully charged iPad and their charger to school with them. Replacement devices will not be provided. Students are encouraged to bring their own wired headphones for testing.
To help parents and students understand who is testing and when they are testing, please refer to this chart:
Performing Arts Center at Eastern Regional High School Dedicated to Mr. Robert M. DeCicco
The Eastern Camden County Regional Board of Education held a dedication of the Performing Arts Center at Eastern Regional High School for Robert M. DeCicco, a devoted board member and President, serving an extraordinary tenure of 45 years, on Tuesday, May 16, 2023. The program will included student musicians, reflections by Board President Mr. Jude Brown and Vice President Mrs. Elena Chow followed by remarks by Mr. DeCicco.
Construction Update
Please be advised that construction at Eastern Regional is ongoing. Traffic patterns and parking may be impacted.
GUIDANCE NEWS
Counselors are available to assist students with their day-to-day needs. This includes academic as well as social-emotional concerns. Please reach out via email to schedule an appointment with your counselor. Guidance related news will be posted here.
Summer College Workshop
Eastern will be offering a summer college workshop for rising seniors to get a head start on the college application process. Learn about Common App, Naviance, FERPA, requesting letters of recommendation, transcripts, updating your resume, and more!
Eastern will host eight, two-hour sessions. Seats are limited and reservations are required. Parents are welcome to attend, but must also reserve a seat. You do not need your iPad, desktops will be used.
*Tuesday, August 15th 9:00- 11:00am & 1:00-3:00pm Learning Center
*Thursday, August 17th 9:00- 11:00am & 1:00-3:00pm Learning Center
*Tuesday, August 22nd 9:00- 11:00am & 1:00-3:00pm Learning Center
*Thursday, August 24th 9:00- 11:00am & 1:00-3:00pm Learning Center
To reserve your seat, please contact Ms. Geiger at ext 1203 or bgeiger@eccrsd.us
TECHNOLOGY NEWS
Class of 2023 iPad Purchase or Return Information
Payment Deadline 06/15/2023
All members of the Class of 2023 must complete the following Class of 2023 Senior iPad Exiting Procedures.
The students in the Class of 2023 may purchase their iPads at a reduced price of $65.00.
iPads Purchased:
iPads purchased between May 22 and June 15, 2023 will not become the possession of our students until after graduation on June 21, 2023..
Please click here for the link to purchase your school issued iPad.
iPads Not Purchased:
iPads not purchased by students must be returned during Lunch on June 12, 13, 14 and 15 from 10:25am to 11:25am in the Technology Center. Any student that has not purchased their iPad or returned their iPad by June 15, 2023 will be assigned an obligation of $65.00.
ACTIVITY NEWS
2023 Yearbook- will sell out soon
Reserve your copy of the Eastern 2023 Yearbook today- they are going fast and we are set to sell out shortly. Currently there are 100 books remaining and once they are gone, we cannot order any more. Go to jostens.com and search for the Eastern High School sales page and order yours now.
Additionally, the Spring Supplement (includes- spring sports, colorguard, musical, proms, senior banquet, graduation and more) is on sale at the same site for just $10. The only way to get this addition to the yearbook is to order yours today. If you have already ordered your yearbook and would like the supplement, you will need to place your order with Jostens.
Order yours!
Yearbook Staff
ATHLETIC NEWS
Please see our athletic schedule and come out and support your Vikings.
Athletic Office Links
REGISTRATION INFORMATION & REQUIREMENTS: https://bit.ly/ERHSRegistration
COACHING CONTACT INFORMATION: https://bit.ly/ERHSCoaches
Contact coaches directly for practice schedule inquiries, equipment lists, cut policies, and any other sports-specific inquiries.
ATHLETIC GAME SCHEDULES: https://easternvikings.org/main/calendar
FOLLOW US ON TWITTER FOR UPDATES: https://twitter.com/easternviking
Not on Twitter? Please utilize the Athletics homepage on the school website to view the Athletics Twitter feed.
Athletic Coaching Positions for the 2023-2024 School Year
- Assistant Boys Soccer (1)
VIKINGS IN THE NEWS
Eastern shines at Atlantic Coast Championships
Members of Eastern High School’s Marching Vikings indoor program spent the weekend in Wildwood earlier this month for the Tournament Indoor Association (TIA) Atlantic Coast Championships.
It was the school’s final event of the spring 2023 season. The TIA championships took place inside the Wildwood Convention center, which drew nearly 4,000 participants from 11 regions across Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Virginia, Delaware, Maryland and West Virginia.
Click here for the full story in the Voorhees Sun.
Life Skills Student of the Year - Anthony Pringle
Congratulations to Anthony Pringle on being selected Life Skills Student of the Year.
Scholar of the Month May 2023
Congratulations to Rachel Boroda selected as Scholar of the Month for May, 2023 Rachel is so recognized for her academic achievement, commitment to athletics, and extracurricular programs, and good school citizenship.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
- Physics or Chemistry Teacher - Start Date 8/29/23
- Teacher of English - Start Date 8/29/23
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Long Term Replacement Biology Teacher - 8/29/23 to 2/1/24
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Anticipated Administrative Assistant – Main Office (10 Month) - Start Date 9/1/23
- Substitute Teachers and Bus Drivers
SCHOOL CALENDARS
Click here for the School Calendar
Click here for the 2023-24 School Calendar
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