Eagle Academy Weekly Update
Week of October 25, 2020
A Good Beginning
Astronomer Fred Hoyle years ago joked that the universe probably began with a big bang. The term stuck. In person student instruction began this week at Eagle Academy. It was more of a soft whisper than a big bang. Small groups of mask-wearing student got to meet with their mask-wearing teachers. Cleaning, social distancing and hand-sanitizing are being worked in to daily routines. I think there were smiles on faces, but these days it's hard to tell. It was a good beginning! Let's keep it going.
Mr. Smith
Hybrid Learning Schedule starts October 26
Student Achievement
Students of the Week
Maximus Schultz is recognized by Mr. Smith for always volunteering to read aloud, and to answer questions during class.
Life Outside of School
In Tales from the Dark Side, Evan plays a detective searching for lost children.
In Betty White Project, Gabby and friends reboot a Yelp! classic mystery/thriller.
Tonight (10/30) at 7:00 they will be live streaming on Facebook and YouTube. Click below for the YouTube stream!
October Birthdays
Happy (belated) Birthday to our Eagle staff and students for the month of October!
Anthony C.- 8th
Angelina M.- 30th
Maximus S.- 15th
Mrs. Russo- 18th
Climate and Culture
Fire drill!
Our 2020 Graduating class
Community Connection
Red Ribbon Week
From Mrs. Russo:
RED RIBBON WEEK 2020
Drug Use Among Youth: Facts & Statistics:
86%: The percentage of teenagers that knows someone who smokes, drinks or uses drugs during the school day.
50%: The percentage of teenagers who have misused a drug at least once in their lifetime.
43%: The percentage of college students who use illicit drugs.
- Rebekkah's Story of Addiction and Recovery: https://youtu.be/8IR12fx7CKA
The Natural High:
"13" is the average age of first-time drug & alcohol use.
9 out of 10 addictions start in TEEN years.
Students at Eagle Academy have learned that the teen years are the formative years for using the skills they have learned to deter any decision to start using drugs. For them (and, anyone in need), NOW is the time to take the steps in the right direction to avoid the path of drug and alcohol abuse. NOW is the time to focus on the road that leads you to the better things in life: happiness, health, success, family, friends, and GOODNESS!
Natural HIGHs are a REAL thing...Getting high, naturally, involves any activity (like exercise, for example) that makes you feel good. Doing these activities will release endorphins and dopamine in the brain that can boost your mood and overall well-being! Check out the video below. This is one of many pure examples of the extreme benefits of choosing the natural high over drug-induced high!
- Tim Howard, Professional Soccer Play Explains His Natural High: https://youtu.be/lLVxJgBnII4
Need Help?
Chances are, you or someone you know and love have been affected by drugs and alcohol, directly or indirectly. It is imperative that we know the statistics, learn the truths about drugs and drug use, and most importantly, get help to those in need.
- Substance Abuse and Addiction Resources for Students and Families: https://www.njpn.org/resources
Staff contact info for the digital age!
Director Smith
email: smithe@eht.k12.nj.us
call or text: (609) 300-6158
webpage: https://app.oncoursesystems.com/school/webpage/11190688
Marissa Russo
Student Assistance Counselor & Anti-Bullying Specialist
Office:609-926-1235 /ext.1616
Google Voice#: 609-796-2485
https://sites.google.com/eht.k12.nj.us/mrsrusso/home
G. Smith-Social Studies:
email: smithg@eht.k12.nj.us Please include your name in email.
Call or text: (609) 246-0124 Please include your name in text.
Web site: http://eht.oncoursesystems.com/websites/11191271
Mr. Collesano-Phys Ed/Health
Web site: http://eht.oncoursesystems.com/websites/11190834
email: collesap@eht.k12.nj.us
Call or text: (609) 798-1383 8am to 3pm Mon-Fri. Please include your name in text.
Mrs. Montecalvo-Art
email: montecaw@eht.k12.nj.us
Call or text: (609) 798-1797
https://app.oncoursesystems.com/school/webpagebykey?districtkey=eht&userkey=11191134
Mrs. Newman-English/Language Arts
email: newmanj@eht.k12.nj.us
web page: https://app.oncoursesystems.com/school/webpage/11191155
Call or text: (609) 798-1536
Mr. Langhurst-Science
email: langhurstg@eht.k12.nj.us
Call or text: (609) 445-4898 8am to 3pm Mon-Fri. Please include your name in text.
web page: https://app.oncoursesystems.com/school/webpage/14609436/1637546
Mrs. Vogt-Math
Email: vogtv@eht.k12.nj.us
Call or text: (609) 365-0620
Website. https://app.oncoursesystems.com/school/webpage/11191339
Mrs. McGinnis-Culinary
email: McGinnin@eht.k12.nj.us
Call or text: (609) 310-1428
webpage: http://eht.oncoursesystems.com/websites/11191245
Mrs. Joline-Spanish
email: Jolinej@eht.k12.nj.us
Call or Text: (609) 798-1681 8am to 3pm Mon-Fri. Please include your name in text.
web page: https://app.oncoursesystems.com/school/webpagebykey?districtkey=eht&userkey=11191018
About Us
Email: smithe@eht.k12.nj.us
Website: https://eggharboregl.ss13.sharpschool.com/
Location: 3517 Bargaintown Rd. Egg Harbor Township NJ 08234
Phone: 609-926-1235
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EHTNJEagleAcademy