NEWS FROM THE PANTHER DEN
WEEK 28 EDITION
WEEK 28 REFLECTION
I shared with them that honor is not just a word; it is a guiding principle that shapes our character and defines our actions. It is the moral compass that guides us through life's challenges and helps us navigate the complexities of the world around us. It is the foundation upon which our relationships are built, our communities flourish, and our society thrives.
Author Frank Sonnenberg wrote a blog that identified twelve ways to live a life of honor. I shared just a few with the students to remind them of the importance of being a part of the organization. However it really applies to all of us.
Be confident: Don’t let your behavior be influenced by others. Hold yourself to a higher standard. Your character is on display every moment of every day. Make sure it reflects well on you and causes people to feel proud to call you a friend. You are now part of a society that represents the ethos of what PTHS stands for. We are looking to you to lead the way for your peers.
Do what is right. Make good choices. Care not only about where life is taking you, but about how you are getting there as well. Many of you have made tremendous sacrifices in order to be sitting on this stage tonight. Remember how you got here.
Make a difference. Be a positive force in people’s lives. Make people feel special; bring out the best in them; help them without expecting something in return; be genuinely happy for their achievements. The more you do for others, the happier you’ll be. When someone needs tutoring during lunch, be there. If there is a community service opportunity, get involved. If there is a chance to represent PTHS at a community event, sign up.
Be resilient: Hard work and sacrifice build character, contribute to success, and promote happiness. You have all overcome challenges. Hard work does not happen by accident. There are going to be times where you might struggle or maybe even fail. That’s where your best learning will take place.
Live for a cause greater than yourself: Find your life’s purpose. It will inspire you, keep you grounded, and provide stability regardless of the challenges in your life. Perhaps you will find your purpose in one of the four pillars of scholarship, leadership, service or character. Chase after it with all of your heart.
In a world where the values of honor can sometimes seem to be overlooked or overshadowed by other priorities, may we all be ambassadors of honor, entrusted with the responsibility to lead by example, to inspire others, and to make a positive impact on the world around us. #nocknation
SOCIAL MEDIA POST OF THE WEEK
Congratulations to the newest inductees of the Neva Fenner Chapter of the National Honor Society! PTHS is so proud of you!
SPIRIT WEEK 2024
SPRING PEP RALLY
We will be holding our Spring Pep Rally on Thursday, March 28th. We will be using our Pep Rally schedule that has students seeing all of their classes for 40 minutes with the Pep Rally at the end of the day.
LUNCH PAYMENT REMINDER
Although money can be added to accounts online for lunch, please remember that students can also bring in cash or a check and that can be applied to their account. If a student brings in cash/check, they can give that to any cashier in the cafeteria and it will be applied to their account.
If you are using the online payment system, please make sure your account balances are updated regularly. Thanks so much!
CLEAN OUT THOSE CLOSETS!
The HSA is sponsoring a Spring Clothing Drive with all money going to student scholarships and HSA Events. Please check out the flyer below and clean out those closets!
SPRING SPORTS SCHEDULE
Click on the link below for the Spring Sports Schedule. Scrimmages have started and golf has started league play! Come out to support the Golden Panthers!
SENIOR COLLEGE DECISIONS ON INSTAGRAM
If you have Instagram and are interested in following along to see where our seniors have committed to for college or beyond, follow them at pthsclassof2024
PTHS BAND FUNDRAISER
New York Yankee Raffle - The Association of Music Parents are sponsoring a New York Yankee Raffle officially beginning this coming Thursday!
There are three levels of prizes:
- First prize is an autographed Aaron Judge baseball with 4 tickets to a New York Yankees game ($1300 value)
- Second prize is an autographed Mariano Rivera baseball with 2 tickets to a New York Yankees game ($500 value)
- Third prize is an autographed Andy Pettitte baseball with 2 tickets to a New York Yankees game ($400 value)
Raffle tickets will be sold at $20 for one raffle or two for $30. The winning tickets will be pulled at the Music Department Beefsteak on April 20 (no need to be present to win!).
For tickets please reach out to Todd Steinberg 862 377 3563 or todd.steinberg@pthsbandparents.com
FOR YOUR PLANNING PURPOSES
March 27th- Operation Smile Fashion Show 7:00pm
March 28th - SPRING PEP RALLY
March 29th - SCHOOL CLOSED (Good Friday)
April 1st-5th - SPRING BREAK (SCHOOLS CLOSED)
April 9th - Department Meetings
April 9th - Computer Honor Society Induction 6:00pm
April 23rd - Faculty Meeting
April 25th, 25th and 27th - SPRING MUSICAL at 7:00pm
WEEK IN REVIEW
Allied Health students doing some dissection with Mrs. Braun
Congratulations to Ms. Grady for winning the Sophomore Stanley raffle!
A fun activity in Psychology class
Congrats to Chloe for playing in the North/South All-Star Game
Congrats to Chloe and Abby!
The Concert Band at the Hanover Park
Book Tasting in Sophomore English class!
Allied Health students meeting with elementary students to teach first aid skills
Congratulations to Sophia who was recognized as PTHS's "Unsung Hero" at the Morris County Unsung Hero Ceremony this week.
Doing some math during lunch!
Congratulations to the Concert Band for their Gold Award at their festival!
The National Honor Society Executive Board did a great job leading the induction ceremony!
Dr. Portas meets with Senior English students to do a podcast on the novel "1984"
FBLA helping out at the Hillview Soiree
First baseball scrimmage of the year!
Members of the Beauty and the Beast Cast went to support PV's Spring Musical on Opening Night!
Congrats to Mikey Horgan on being recognized at the Greater Morris County Scholar Athlete Dinner!
Aviation students taking a trip to Morristown Airport!
The March Talent Show was a hit!
Samantha on the drums at the Talent Show!
Sabatoge rocks the Talent Show!
ON THE HORIZON
NJSLA TESTING
All Grade 9 students will be taking the NJSLA Tests in Language Arts on the following dates:
- Tuesday - April 30th
- Wednesday - May 1st
All Grade 9 students will be taking the NJSLA tests in Mathematics and Grade 11 students will be taking the NJSLA tests in Science on the following dates:
- Tuesday - May 21st
- Wednesday - May 22nd
AP TESTING
Students enrolled in AP Courses will be taking AP Exams starting on May 6th. Click on the link below for the exam schedule.
Pequannock Township High School
Email: attendance@pequannock.org
Website: www.pequannock.org
Location: 85 Sunset Road, Pompton Plains, NJ, USA
Phone: (973) 616-6000