FTMHS NewsFLASH
May 2024
Calendar Information--Tentative May and June Events...
Tentative May Events
Thursday, May 2:
- NJSLA Science Test for Grade 11.
Friday, May 3:
- NJSLA Science Test for Grade 11.
Saturday, May 4:
- Environmental Trip--Canoe Trip.
Monday, May 6:
- AP US Government & Politics Exam at 8 a.m.
- AP Chemistry Exam at Noon;
- Faculty Meeting at 2:20 p.m. in the Media Center.
- NJEA-sponsored lunch for Teacher Appreciation Week.
Tuesday, May 7:
- AP Microeconomics Exam at 8 a.m.
Wednesday, May 8:
- AP English Literature and Composition at 8 a.m.
- AP Computer Science Principles at Noon.
- Teacher Appreciation Luncheon sponsored by the Parent Organization.
- Open Color Guard Workshop from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Thursday, May 9:
- AP Environmental Science at 8 a.m.
Friday, May 10:
- AP European History at 8 a.m.
- AP US History at Noon.
Monday, May 13:
- AP Calculus AB at 8 a.m.
- PLC Meeting in the Media Center at 2:20 p.m.
Tuesday, May 14:
- AP English Lang. and Composition at 8 a.m.
- I&RS/MTSS Meeting 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Wednesday, May 15
- AP Music Theory at Noon;
- AP Computer Science at Noon;
- Soccer Booster Meeting at 7 p.m. in the Atrium.
Thursday, May 16:
- AP Spanish Language and Culture at 8 a.m.
- AP Biology at Noon;
- Soccer Booster Meeting at 7 p.m. in the Atrium;
- Spring Concert at 6 p.m.
Friday, May 17:
- Science Night with HS students demonstrating at Riverfront Middle School at 6 p.m.
Monday, May 20:
- ScIP Meeting at 2:20 p.m.
Tuesday, May 21:
- NJSLA Math 9 testing;
- Open Color Guard Workshop at 8 p.m.
- Senior Showcase and Show Choir Recital.
Wednesday, May 22:
- NJSLA Math 9 testing;
- Open Color Guard Workshop at 8 p.m.
Thursday, May 23:
- NJSLA ELA 9 testing.
Friday, May 24:
- NJSLA ELA 9 testing;
Monday, May 27:
- School Closed--Memorial Day.
Wednesday, May 29:
- Burlington County Clerk's Office--Voter Registration.
Thursday, May 30:
- One-Session Day with an 11:40 a.m. dismissal;
- Junior-Senior Prom from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Friday, May 31:
- In-Service for Staff from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
- School Closed for Students.
- Bacon Bread Sale Fundraiser at the Carnival; 6 p.m.
Tentative June Events
Saturday, June 1:
- Bacon Bread Sale Fundraiser at the Carnival; 4 p.m.
Monday, June 3:
- Faculty Meeting at 2:20 p.m.
Tuesday, June 4:
- I&RS/MTSS Meeting at 8 a.m. in the Media Center.
Wednesday, June 5:
- Marching Band Uniform Fitting from 6 to 8 p.m.
Thursday, June 6:
- Senior Awards Night at 6:30 p.m. in the Auditorium.
Friday, June 7:
- Senior Luncheon/Yearbook Dedication.
- 2025 Musical Showing in the Auditorium.
- Underclass Picnic sponsored by the Parent Organization.
Monday, June 10:
- Senior Clap-out at 9 a.m.
- PLC Meeting at 2:20 p.m.
Tuesday, June 11:
- Senior Picnic sponsored by the Parent Organization.
- Marching Band Uniform Fitting from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
- ScIP Meeting at 2:20 p.m. in the Conference Room.
Wednesday, June 12:
- Senior Sunset.
Thursday, June 13:
- One-Session Day--11:40 a.m. Dismissal.
Friday, June 14:
- FTMHS Graduation Day; 6:30 p.m. in the Stadium.
- Last day of school for students.
Monday, June 17:
- Staff Development Day, 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
- Last Day of School for Staff.
SEE YOU IN SEPTEMBER...
New Jersey Student Learning Assessment for Grade 11 Science: May 2 and May 3
Dear Parents,
This is just a reminder that we will be administering the New Jersey Student Learning Assessment for Grade 11 Science on Thursday (5/2) and Friday (5/3).
Our 11th grade students must report to school at the regular time on Thursday and Friday as testing will begin shortly after their arrival. Students in grades 9, 10, and 12 should arrive by 9:55 a.m.
Please click on the following link to access a special busing schedule for our non-testing students: https://bit.ly/4bkXZXp. Please click on the following link to access a letter that was sent home previously with more information: https://bit.ly/4cHEpG5.
Homeroom/1st period will begin at 10:05 a.m. for all of our students on Thursday and Friday.
Never hesitate to reach out to me for any reason.
Sincerely,
John Cogan
Principal, FTMHS
Elks' Student of the Month--Special Recognition
Special Recognition
The Bordentown Lodge No. 2085 B.P.O. Elks has a program whereby, once a month, they recognize and reward an FTMHS "Student of the Month." This student must be a senior. It is our pleasure to recognize Arghya Das.
Congratulations, Arghya--Elks Student of the Month
Proud Family Members...
Character Education Program
Word of the Month for May is "Perseverance."
Every month at least one student from each grade level will be recognized for the fine job he/she has done in bringing the word of the month to life. Students are nominated by our school staff. The Character Education “Word of the Month” for May is "Perseverance." We will communicate the rest of our character education traits to you over the course of the school year. The Character Education Word of the Month for June is "Teamwork/Acceptance."
Let’s work together to get our students to focus on why each trait matters! We need all of our students to see that they can help others through their positive words and actions.
The "Word of the Month" for April was "Honesty/Trustworthiness."
Here are the Students of the Month for "April:"
Meriam Hegazy, Olivia Muchowski, Diya Patel and Benjamin Worrell.
Chosen to Receive Special Recognition!
Thanks to our Parent Organization--Students: Meriam Hegazy, Olivia Muchowski, Diya Patel and Benjamin Worrell were chosen to receive a $5 Wawa gift card for such an excellent job!
Meriam Hegazy
Meriam is very trustworthy. She is always honest, kind and can be
trusted to do the right thing at all times.
Nominated by: Mrs. Broderick
Olivia Muchowski
Olivia exemplifies the traits of honesty and trustworthiness. She is a great student, friend and member of the community.
Nominated by: Mr. Donovan
Diya Patel
Diya Patel is reliable, responsible and can always be trusted completely, making her a real asset to the class.
Nominated by: Mr. DuBrul
Well Done...
Keep up the great work!
Benjamin Worrell;
Ben is an honest and stand-up guy who can be counted on to do the right thing and get the job done.
Nominated by: Mr. Varga
Good Job...
Congratulations!
Special Recognition: Academic Achievement & Principal's List Programs
Academic Achievement Program
This is a wonderful program! We will once again be challenging our students to settle for nothing less than their best. We want to see our students succeed, and we will be communicating to them that we want them to set their sights on earning a GPA of at least a 3.0 (a “B” average) with no “D” or “F” grades in any course for each marking period of the school year. Please join us in challenging your child to be content with nothing less than his or her best effort!
Principal's List Program
Each marking period, students who earn A's in all of their courses will be assigned to the "Principal's Academic List." We've added this program based upon the feedback we received from students, staff and parents. We have students who are hungry to show what they can do, and we're eager to recognize them!
Four qualifying students--one from each grade level--will be randomly selected to receive a $25 Wawa gift card from our Parent Organization at the end of the Marking Period.
Academic Achievement--Congratulations!
The four qualifying students randomly selected are:
Grade 9: Nirjana Roy Sneha
Grade 10: Colin Wicks
Grade 11: Beckett Glynn
Grade 12: Jude Pirolli
NEW AWARD: "Grit and Gratitude Award"
We are fortunate to have a very generous Parents Organization. In partnership with our Parents Organization, one student from each grade level will be selected for a new award. This award will be called the “Grit & Gratitude” award, and it will be for students who try their best, show resilience and express appreciation to those who help them.
For April and May, all students selected for this award will receive a certificate and one student from each grade level--will be randomly selected to receive a $5 gift card from Dunkin' Donuts.
Congratulations to:
Grade 9: Kevin Sumpter
Grade 10: Samantha Voorhees
Grade 11: Busra Kahraman
Grade 12: Yatriben Patel
BCPSA Academic Awards Dinner--
...Celebrating Academic Success--One Student at a Time...
Kaden Wainwright--Grade 12
Sanjana Patel--Grade 11
Wyatt Foody--Grade 10
Administrative Professionals Day
A special "thank you" for all that you do for our school family.
Thank you: Mrs. Jones, Mrs. Perino, Mrs. Gola and Mrs. Belcher
Progress Reports--May 10, 2024
Progress Reports will be available after 2 p.m. in Genesis on
May 10.
To view your child’s Progress Report, simply log in to Genesis (https://parents.genesisedu.com/florence) and click on the “Grading” tab at the top of the window.
Also, please feel free to log in to Genesis at any time to see how your child is progressing in his or her courses. Checking Genesis frequently will enable you to see clearly how your child is performing throughout the school year.
If you are having trouble logging in or need your email and password reset, please contact your child’s counselor as soon as possible.
Menu for the Month of May...
Special EDition Monthly Newsletter--Please take the time to review the information attached in this document.
FREE Adult ESL Classes: Now to May 18
Parent Organization
Thanks to everyone who attended, donated or helped with our VERY successful Prom & Spring/Summer Fashion Show Extravaganza! The students had a wonderful time and it was a great fundraiser for our school! Please check out the following or see the attached flyers for more details:
Graduation Yard Signs
We are currently selling graduation and "committed" signs for our FHS Seniors & Riverfront 8th Graders. Orders are due by May 10. Click here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeW5a61Dt1tHYFUeEHbTxIdfBZ7kXSCkzu_Oh0pw8HCDGKi7w/viewform
Prom Tux Fundraiser
The PO has partnered with Princeton Tuxedos to offer our students a discounted rate plus the PO gets $15 per tuxedo rented sent back to us! It's a win/win! Many great styles to choose from!
Spring Clothing Drive Fundraiser
Save the date for Saturday, May 11. Clean out those closets and send your old stuff to us.
Scrips or Raise Right program
This is a great way to save money for your child's upcoming school events! If you shop at Shop Rite, Roebling Town Market or Acme make sure to take advantage of these savings!
Wawa Shorti Coupons
Get your Wawa Shorti Coupons before they run out! These make great gifts! See the flyer below to order now before they run out!
WE COULD USE YOUR HELP:
Teacher Appreciation Week
The first week of May we celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week. The PO will be providing lunch to our amazing FTMHS staff on Wednesday, May 8. We are looking for donations of desserts!
Picnic for Grades 9-11
On Friday, June 7, at Noon, the PO will host their annual Underclassmen Picnic outdoors. We pay for a BBQ lunch, Rita's Water Ice and provide lots of outdoor games for the students. We need parent volunteers to help serve food/water ice!
Senior Picnic
Calling all senior parents interested in helping donate items for our annual Senior Picnic on Tuesday, June 11. See the following link for how you can help. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4AAEAD28AAF85-48974901-2024#/
PO Board Positions Open
We have open seats for ALL positions. We are a small but mighty group and are looking for new parents to step up and help! Please contact us if you would like to run for a position. We will have elections at our June meeting.
The next PO meeting is Monday, May 6, at 6:30 p.m. in the FHS Media Center.
Please let us know how you can help by emailing us at ftmhspo@gmail.com
Seniors Who Attended the RCBC New Student Registration/Orientation on April 30.
Students met with their RCBC Academic Advisor, registered for Fall 2024 classes and received their college ID. What a great day!
FHS Counselors:
Mrs. Sebastian and Mr. Varga
Magnitude 4.8 Earthquake--1 Mile from Tewksbury, NJ
...and we felt it at FHS at 10:23 a.m. on April 5.
National Latin Exam
A special congratulations to our six winners who earned awards on the National Latin Exam. The exam is given both nationally and internationally to thousands of students and this is a great accolade for these students in Florence's first year ever taking this test.
Instructor: Mrs. Petosa
After School Recital--Instructor: Mrs. Croley
Environmental Trip to Parker Preserve -- Planting Trees
Science Night With Mrs. Triglia's Honors Chemistry Class
Join Us at the Riverfront Middle School at 6 p.m. on May 17.
Welcome Back, Seniors!
Co-Advisors: Mr. Varga and Ms. Andrews
Cultural Heritage Day
On Friday, April 26, all students were invited to dress to represent their cultural heritage. An opportunity was provided for all students to share their culture with others.
Advisor: Ms. Diaz
Theater Trip -- "A Midsummer Night's Dream"
The Prom Fashion Show--In its 30th Year!
Prom & Spring Fashion Show Extravaganza
Prom Tickets Available
Thank You for Your Support
"Piano Man"
Andrew Piotrowski at the Piano.
Prom Fashion Show--Emcee for the Evening
Mrs. Carly Jones
Interested in Joining Marching Band
Guidance Services
The high school counselors, Mrs. Sebastian and Mr. Varga, invite you to visit the Counseling Department website which is accessible from the high school main page or by clicking here.
You will find useful information and links for academic support, mental health resources, college planning and research, post-secondary financial aid, etc.
Post High School Plans
Seniors committed to specific post-high school plans should tell their counselor via email or in person. We keep track of our students’ final destinations and like to brag a little! Let us know which college or trade school you will attend, or which branch of the military you will join. If you are jumping right into the workforce, let us know that, too!
Career Exploration
All students are encouraged to use their Naviance accounts for career exploration. There are a number of student surveys and interest assessments that can be used to investigate potential careers. Login at student.naviance.com/florence and use the “single sign-on” when logged into their Chromebook. At the top of the welcome screen, click the Self Discovery and Careers links and take any of the listed surveys and assessments. Speak with your counselor with any questions about the results.
FAFSA
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the 2024-2025 academic year is now available https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa
All students and parents contributing to the FAFSA will need an FSA ID. If they don't already have one, they can create an account here: https://studentaid.gov/fsa-id/create-account/launch
If you are applying to any New Jersey schools, you can find your state financial aid information on the HESAA website in your NJFAMS account which can be found under the Students tab. https://www.hesaa.org
College and Trade School Visitations
The College Tour is a TV series brought to you by multi-award-winning producers. Each episode focuses on a single college or university. You can watch these video college tours on their website https://www.thecollegetour.com/ or on Amazon Prime! You can search videos by college name or state or other filters as well.
BCIT Adult Education is a great, local trade school that is taxpayer-funded. Visit their website https://www.ssreg.com/bcit/default.asp?page=Home to learn about their various programs.
Counselors: Mrs. Sebastian and Mr. Varga
From the Desk of Mr. Lamaestra...
(SAC) Student Assistance Counselor
Use Of Alcohol And E-cigarettes Among Youth 'Alarming': WHO
By Camille BAS-WOHLERT
The widespread use of alcohol and e-cigarettes among adolescents is "alarming," according to a report released on Thursday by the World Health Organization's (WHO) European branch, which recommended measures to limit access.
Based on survey data from 280,000 young people aged 11, 13 and 15 in Europe, Central Asia and Canada, the WHO said it showed a "concerning picture" of substance use among young people.
"The long-term consequences of these trends are significant, and policy-makers cannot afford to ignore these alarming findings," the health body said. Continue reading.
Important Resources:
If you are feeling overwhelmed or stressed, or just want to talk to someone, the following resources are available:
2nd Floor Youth Hotline of New Jersey: 888-222-2228
PerformCare/Mobile Response: 877-652-7624
Camden County Crisis Intervention - Twin Oaks: 856-428-HELP (4357)
New Jersey Mental Health Warm Line (Mental Health Resources): 877-294-4357
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255
Counseling Support Services:
I'm available for consultation, support, counseling and referral services including:
- Academic
Family Alcohol/Drug Use
Technology Dependence
Anxiety and Depression
Divorce
Behavior Management
Other Mental Health Concerns
Contact Information:
Please contact Mr. Lamaestra, Student Assistance Coordinator, at the high school at (609)499-4620 x 4225 or email at jlamaestra@florence.k12.nj.us.
School Nurse
Sun Safety
"Spending time outside is a great way to be physically active, reduce stress, and get vitamin D. You can work and play outside without raising your skin cancer risk by protecting your skin from the sun." The following article from CDC has some great information.
As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact me.
Alison Emery RN, BSN, CSN-NJ
School Nurse, FTMHS
1050 Cedar Lane, Burlington, NJ 08016
609.499.4620 extension4212, Fax 609.499.9487
Email: aemery@florence.k12.nj.us
Website https://sites.google.com/a/florence.k12.nj.us/ftmhs-nurse/
From the Athletic Office….
Spring Athletics is underway!
The spring schedule can be found here:
Download the Activity Scheduler app, and never miss a game again!
Follow us on X- @FTSD_Athletics
Follow us on Facebook- Florence Athletics
Registration will be open for the 2024 Fall Season in early June. We offer Boys and Girls Soccer, Football, Fall Cheerleading, Volleyball and Field Hockey! Interest meetings for these sports will be held before the end of the school year, and those dates will be broadcast on the morning announcements! Always remember to keep an updated Pre-Participation Physical on file so there is no delay in your student-athlete participation!
Coach Zucchero Recorded Her 100th Career Victory...
...as Head Coach of the Flashes Softball Team on April 24 vs Princeton. WAY TO GO!
Congratulations to Josh Pagano -100th STRIKE OUT on April 6 as a Florence Flash!
Follow us on Facebook-- Florence Athletics
Follow us on Twitter-- @FTSD_Athletics
We post tons of athletic information, daily schedules/ schedule changes, and many accolades!
Always be in the know!!
If you have any questions, please call the Athletic Office at 609-499-4620, Extension 4150.
Check out our Spring schedule at: https://www.burlingtoncountyscholasticleague.org/public/genie/342/school/8/
Stay up to date with live notifications on any changes, postponements and cancellations.
Contact Information:
Derrick Goduto, Athletic Director/Assistant Principal, Extension 4150.
Drew Andrews, Athletic Trainer, Extension 4154.
Carly Jones, AD Secretary (609) 499-4620, Extension 4149.
Florence Township Memorial High School
Website: www.florence.k12.nj.us
Location: 1050 Cedar Lane, Florence, NJ, 08016
Phone: (609) 499-4620
Twitter: @FTSD_HS