NEWS FROM THE PANTHER DEN

It was a big week for our Juniors who were able to check two things off of their "to do" list. The SAT and NJGPA are two significant items that were accomplished as they begin their post-secondary plans. Most juniors were sitting for the SAT for the first time this past Saturday, getting an initial score that will help them as they start their college search process. The NJGPA is the graduation proficiency assessment that is one of the pathways to graduation for the Class of 2026. While students wait for their scores on these assessments, I'm sure for many of them, it is reassuring to know they are accomplishing tasks on their way to their future goals.

Our teachers and students put a lot of time and effort into preparing for these assessments this week. there were a lot of things that got checked off the list so that everyone was prepared. Our AP teachers and students are reviewing their "to do" lists as they are finalizing their preparation for the upcoming AP Exams. Our spring coaches and athletes are getting ready for the start of their regular season schedules. Our actors/actresses are preparing for the Spring Musical, administrators and counselors are working on next year's schedule for teachers and students. Each group has their "to do" list of what must get done.

I make a list each afternoon before I leave of what needs to get accomplished the next day or over the course of the week. Admittedly, depending on what happens when I arrive to work, that list might get rewritten or added to before I even get started on one of the tasks on the original list. However, whenever it does happen, there is something undeniably satisfying about crossing an item off my to-do list when it gets done. That simple checkmark or strikethrough is one of the joyful moments of my day. It's a feeling of accomplishment, a little victory in the midst of the "busyness."

Each completed task is a step forward. With every checkmark, we see proof of our efforts, no matter how small. That feeling of progress fuels motivation. It reminds us that we are capable, that we are making things happen, and that, bit by bit, we are building success. Embrace the joy of checking things off. Celebrate the small wins. While there is always something else to do or to prepare for, PTHS accomplished some big things this week on our journey to the end of the school year. It feels pretty good!

In your personal or professional life, what are you checking off next on your "to do list?" I just wrote my weekly blog. Check! #nocknation

PTHS is very proud of our Athletic Director, Mr. Brian Silipena! Brian was recognized at the DAANJ (Directors of Athletics Association of NJ) Banquet in AC this week with the Bob Hopek Professional Development Award. This prestigious award is presented annually to an individual who has made significant contributions and demonstrated excellence in professional development at both the local and state levels. Recipients are recognized for their roles as instructors and/or participants in Leadership Training Courses.

As Spring approaches and warmer weather is on the horizon, spring sports at PTHS have started. For the safety of our students, athletes and spectators, skateboards, bikes, scooters and/or e-bikes are not permitted on the track or in the athletic complex at any time. Bikes, scooters and/or e-bikes should be parked in the designated racks outside the facility. This includes weekends. Thank you for your cooperation.

Spring Sports scrimmages are starting up this week. Don't miss out on the action!

https://www.nwjerseyac.com/public/genie/235/school/29/

The PTHS Senior Class is having a dine-out at Pokèstop on Friday, March 21st! The fundraiser is from 10:30am-10:30pm! Pokèstop is a new restaurant that recently opened in the Plaza 23 Shopping Center on Rt. 23 (next to Playa Bowls, Jersey Mikes, Moes). Come try it out on Friday the 21st and the Senior class will receive 10% of sales! Please present this flyer when ordering! If you are calling in an order, please make sure to mention that it is for the fundraiser! Thank you!

Interested in nominating someone for the PTHS Hall of Fame? Click on the graphic!

Please make sure that your door is in the locked position each day. Put your magnet in the door so that in the event of a lockdown or shelter in place you can immediately lock your door. Thank you!

During unit lunch, if you are not in your classroom, the door should be shut and locked.

March 18th: Department Meeting

March 18th: Music in our Schools Concert 7:00 pm

March 26th: National Honor Society Induction 7:00 pm

March 27th: World Language Honor Society Induction 7:00 pm

March 31st: Jersey Mike's Fundraiser in Lincoln Park 5:00 pm

April 4th: End of Marking Period 3

April 11th: Spring Pep Rally

April 14th - April 18th: SPRING BREAK

Lunch Support Blocks and Panther Periods will remain in place now that we are in the rotational schedule. Please see the link below for the schedules.

https://hs.pequannock.org/students/instructional-supportpanther-period

Email: attendance@pequannock.org
Website: www.pequannock.org
Location: 85 Sunset Road, Pompton Plains, NJ, USA
Phone: (973) 616-6000