Toms River High School East

Hi Families,

We had a great week! 95% of the 10th and 11th grade students showed up on Wednesday to take the PSATs. The Freshman had a great Freshman field day and the Seniors engaged in various PE activities. As we enter into the last few weeks of MP 1, (November 12th end MP1)be sure to continue to check Parent Portal and work with your child to assure they are caught up on all material.

November 5th is a Virtual Learning Day! Here is the schedule for the district. If your child attends Vocational school they need to get a ride to High School East and will be bussed to and from High School East to Vocational. Any questions, reach out to the Main Office 732-505-5665.

Did you know, the top Halloween costumes for 2024 are...

1. Bob from Beetlejuice ( shrunken-headed ghost)

2. Viral break-dancer Raygun from the Olympics ( green track suit with hat)

3. Cat-nap: the cat-like monster from the popular video game "Poppy Playtime"

Excited to see all the Halloween costumes this week, Wednesday when we will allow all school appropriate costumes!

Thanks

Erin

This week our Lighthouse Team met with faculty to share November’s Habit and Character trait: Habit 3: Put 1st things 1st and Gratitude. Lighthouse members Mia Giannetti and Bryan Manzo made a video explaining the activity that students will partake in during the activity period next week. Habit 3 of the 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens is all about prioritizing. By putting 1st things 1st, teens are encouraged to “eliminate the unimportant” and focus on what really matters. . Habit 3 teaches meaningful strategies to prioritize and it teaches teens that time management-driven by purpose, values, roles and priorities- is key to a worthwhile, balanced life. Gratitude, a feeling of thankfulness and appreciation for things in life, has many proven health benefits on wellbeing. Students will be encouraged to recognize all of the non-essentials that they are fortunate to possess, and practice the art of gratitude during this month’s activity period.

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Cabrini Wellington and Michaela Alteri were recognized for their efforts to make sure peers felt comfortable in the cafeteria. Thank you for spreading kindness and inclusivity in our school!

We are excited to participate in the NJ Department of Education’s Governor’s Educator of the Year Program. This program highlights educational innovation, student learning, and the rewards of teaching. It recognizes and honors the contributions of outstanding pre-K through grade 12 classroom teachers and educational services professionals who possess a special talent for inspiring a love of learning in students of all backgrounds and abilities and are leaders in their fields.

Over the past three and a half years, educators changed the way they delivered instruction. Now, more than ever before, is the time to celebrate New Jersey's outstanding educators.

Nominations may come from parents and colleagues and are due no later than 3PM Friday, November 15, 2024. Our school Teacher of the Year also has the chance to become County and State Teacher of the Year, so the more you share in your nomination, the better! Please see the attached for details. Return nominations forms to eanders@trschools.com or Erin Anders 1225 Raider Way

Toms River Regional Schools will conduct teen Mental Health First Aid (tMHFA) training for students in grade 10 beginning on November 19, 2024 through January 17, 2025. This is an evidence-based training that teaches teens how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges in their friends and peers. The training will be conducted by RWJ Barnabas, which gives teens the skills they need to have supportive conversations with their friends and emphasizes the importance of getting help from a responsible and trusted adult. If you have any questions about tMHFA or concerns about your teen’s participation in the training, please attend the virtual parent/guardian meeting on November 4th at 6:00 pm.

Google Meet Video call link: https://meet.google.com/wyb-htfe-nyv .

The October female senior of the month’s dedication and well-rounded achievements truly set her apart. She is a highly respectful individual, known for her personable nature and commitment to excellence. Ranked in the top ten of the senior class, she balances a challenging academic schedule with a variety of extracurricular pursuits. This senior is an accomplished student in the STEAM Academy, a selected member of the National Honor Society, Treasurer of the Technology Student Association (TSA), an athlete on the Girls’ Golf Team, and an active member of T.E.A.M. and the Interact Club. She also dedicates a significant amount of her time as a member of the Marching Raider Band and Jazz Band. Described by one of her teachers as “a role model for her classmates with her positive and witty attitude,” this senior is a source of inspiration and encouragement for her peers. Her ability to manage so many responsibilities with grace and good humor is a testament to her character, making her truly deserving of this recognition. There is no doubt that this senior is poised to continue her path of excellence as she looks forward to studying bioengineering in college. Congratulations to the October female senior of the month, Tora Daullary.

The October male senior of the month exemplifies the qualities of a true leader; he is accountable, motivated, respectful, and honest. With a perfect GPA and a number one ranking in his class, his intellectual abilities, work ethic, and relentless pursuit of excellence are undeniable. This senior is a student in the STEAM Academy, a selected member of the National Honor Society and East Ambassadors, an athlete on the Boys’ Cross Country and Spring Track teams, a performer in the Eastside Theater Company, and an active member of the Marching Raider Band, Indoor Color Guard, Robotics Team, Interact Club, Medical Club, T.E.A.M., DART Youth Prevention Coalition, and Yearbook Club. As President of the Technology Student Association, he has represented High School East and the STEAM Academy at district, state, and national competitions. With a passion for service, this senior helped write and produce a community play, volunteered his time with the S.A.I.L. program at the Ocean County Library, and is currently helping to move forward the district’s “Kindness Campaign”. His unwavering dedication to his academics and his drive to make a difference in his community will undoubtedly continue to inspire others as he pursues degrees in Environmental Engineering and Neuroscience in college. Congratulations to the October male senior of the month, Dante Kanterezhi-Gatto.

Here is the link for the October STEAM Academy newsletter:

https://secure.smore.com/n/34yk0

We would like to recognize the two organizations that will be receiving the Care-Crow Awards this week. Congratulations to the Girls Tennis team led by Mrs. Barry and Mr. Rutter for being recognized numerous time for their good sportsmanship and RESPECTFUL attitudes. Secondly, thank you to the Interact Club and Ms. Fitzgerald for running a successful Blood Drive to support those in need. Congratulations to both Interact and Girls Tennis for being the recipients of the Care-Crow Award!

Whether working on IXL or reading a book, Friday’s in Language Arts bring out the opportunity for students to look, collaborate and listen. Whether it’s reading their book of choice or listening to a recording and reading along to a whole class text students enjoy the immersion in stories that bring them on explorations. Even students in Mrs. Santonastaso and Mrs. Gallo’s class celebrated their IXL success diving deeper into the connection between punctuation and meaning.

Students in Mrs. Arminio’s class were introduced to different "first chapters" of teacher-selected novels from all different genres and cultures. Each week, students read/listen to a "first chapter" and reflect in their First Chapter Fridays Journals. Students in Mr. Cicalese’s class are watching the film, The Words, where students practice writing to compare and be concise. They are conducting symbolic analysis and close reading character quotes. Mrs. Florie’s students collaboratively developed a rubric that they will use to assess their upcoming project. Mr. Czech’s students are exploring how language has evolved through history using the Middle English of the Canterbury Tales to explore how it translates into Modern English.

1. Underclassman Picture--October 9th during gym periods

TO ORDER UNDERCLASS PICTURES GO TO:

http://www.lorsstudio.com/undergrads/order/

and enter your school login code: 25-50E

2. Senior Baby Ads-Create and Purchase

12/5/2024

https://www.jostens.com/yearbooks/students-and-parents/yearbook-ad

Support the Lighthouse Team and have your child receive a birthday gram! Your student will receive a shoutout on the morning announcements and a special treat! Please fill out and return with $5 to Toms River High School East c/o Gina Pennell, questions? reach out to Mrs. Pennell gpennell@trschools.com

Click here to order holiday Gift O Grams!

Thank you to the following businesses for supporting our students!

• Ob-Co's
• Rare Pairs
• Vera Bradley
• Brave New World
• Journey's

Email: eanders@trschools.com
Website: https://www.trschools.com/hseast/
Location: 1225 Raider Way, Toms River, NJ, USA
Phone: 732-505-5665