Dear St. Rose High School Community,

I want to give a huge shout-out to the St. Rose boys' basketball team for an amazing season!

The Hodge brothers, were like rocket fuel for our team. They helped us crush it all season and take home the state championship by beating Immaculate Conception with a jaw-dropping score of 73-29. That win gave us our first title in almost 50 years and proved we're the top team in New Jersey.

Our defense was like a brick wall, especially with stars like Matt Hodge and Gio Panzini. Even though there wasn't a Tournament of Champions, our team showed they were champions through and through.

We might be waiting for the final rankings, but our players, with Matt Hodge leading the charge, have shown they care more about playing their best than any trophy or title. This season is a huge deal for St. Rose and the Shore Conference. It just goes to show that one simple phone call can lead to something epic.

Big congrats again to the whole team! Your hard work, talent, and team spirit have made St. Rose super proud. I can't wait to see what you do next!

Congratulations,

Mr. Bruce Peragallo

Athletic Director

Additionally, we also celebrate Josh Huisman's All American Title and his second year in the row earning first place in the Meet of Champions Shot Put. Joe Seib and Fiona Olsen also broke their personal records at this year's Meet of Champions. It was an award winning winter season and we want to celebrate them with a Pride in the "R" Day.

Additionally, this weekend our Pipe Band performed in another St. Patrick's Day parade. Last week they were in Belmar and on Saturday they battled out the rain for the Seaside Heights St. Patrick's Day parade.

And finally, if that wasn't enough, our Robotics Club under the direction of Mrs. Boland spent all weekend at Allentown High School for the Mid-Atlantic Robotic Competition. We are excited to discover their journey this week.

In winning a second straight indoor NJSIAA Meet of Champions gold medal in the shot-put March 3, St. Rose, Belmar senior Josh Huisman also broke Luke Grodeska’s eight-year-old school mark. That prompted the senior to note “It means a lot; that record was set by a legend.”

It was broken by a guy who’s fast becoming a legend. Huisman’s winning toss of 67-feet, 7-inches was the second best nationally this winter and the third best in Indoor Meet of Champions history.

In winning a second straight indoor NJSIAA Meet of Champions gold medal in the shot-put March 3, St. Rose, Belmar senior Josh Huisman also broke Luke Grodeska’s eight-year-old school mark. That prompted the senior to note “It means a lot; that record was set by a legend.”

It was broken by a guy who’s fast becoming a legend. Huisman’s winning toss of 67-feet, 7-inches was the second best nationally this winter and the third best in Indoor Meet of Champions history.

Our very own Robo Roses robotics team competed this past weekend at the FMA Allentown District Event, and they brought home some serious hardware!

Using their tank drive and pneumatic shooter on their robot, aptly named "Thorn" (beware its sting!), the Robo Roses consistently scored points in the Speaker and Amplifier throughout the competition. Their dedication and collaboration shone through as they persevered through both mechanical and programming challenges.

The Robo Roses' hard work didn't go unnoticed! They were selected by the second alliance and narrowly missed advancing to the finals, ultimately securing an impressive third place finish with a score of 58-61.

FIRST Robotics is truly a "varsity sport for the mind," where everyone can become a pro. Our Robo Roses learned valuable lessons about patience, persistence, and teamwork, all while making new friends along the way.

The Robo Roses are back in action this coming weekend, March 23rd and 24th, at the Bensalem, PA event. Stay tuned for more exciting news! In the meantime, congratulations to our Robo Roses on their well-deserved win!

Students from Broadcast Journalism asked students who is a women they look up to. Let's find out what they said.

Students in broadcast journalism asked a few teachers what International Women's Day means to them.

We are thrilled to share the exceptional outcome of the blood drive sponsored by the National Honor Society (NHS) on March 6th. In a profound display of community and compassion, students rolled up their sleeves to contribute to a cause greater than themselves.

Over Thirty Pints Collected

Thanks to the collective effort, more than thirty pints of blood were collected during the event. Each pint has the potential to save multiple lives, making the impact of this drive truly significant. The donated blood will be instrumental in aiding patients in emergency situations and those undergoing medical treatments.

More Than Just a Donation

The blood drive was more than just an event; it was a powerful demonstration of our school's commitment to social responsibility. It highlighted the incredible difference we can make when we come together for a noble purpose.

The St. Rose NHS members, moved by the turnout and spirit of this event, look forward to organizing more endeavors that champion health and community welfare. To everyone who played a part — you have not just donated blood, but you have given hope and strength to those in need. Your generosity embodies the true spirit of NHS and sets an inspiring example for all.

Together, we save lives. Together, we are St. Rose strong!

St. Rose High School's literary magazine, Prints & Imprints, would like to announce the the theme for this year: Journey. Please submit poetry, short stories, photographs, and artwork to Mrs. Carlotz at hcarlotz@srhsnj.com. In the subject area please put “LitMag Submission” and in the body of the email please write out your full name.

The SRHS PTA is happy to announce a lovely Spring/Easter Flower Sale hosted by Belmar Flower Alley. Please see the flyer for the three wonderful plant options: Tulips, Lilies, and Daffodils. You can pick them up now until March 22nd, conveniently located at their shop: 706 10th Ave, Belmar, NJ (park on 10th, go down the alley or you can park in the Dollar General lot- they’re located on the corner across with a large sunroom on the side of store) Please read the flyer for pickup times Mon - Sat during their store hours. Direct link for easy ordering is located here. Thank you in advance.
http://srhsnj.com/easter

Please join us for a great cause! St. Rose High School PTA (in tandem with SRGS)is excited to announce our Spring Clothing Drive on Saturday, April 13th! Let's come together as a community and make a difference!

Date: Saturday, April 13th
Time: Drop off anytime between 8 AM - 10 AM
Location: St. Rose Brick Building parking lot

Clean out your closets and give back to those in need. Your gently used clothing items can make a big difference in the lives of others and every contribution counts. Let's show our community spirit and support! We had an amazing turnout in the Fall & we’re looking forward to a great one for the Spring drive this April 13th! Please spread the word and bring your donations. Together, we will make this clothing drive a success. See you there! Thank you!