Welcome to the High Bridge Middle School

June 2008

Students are to enter the building and go to their lockers at 8:25 am.  
Homeroom will start promptly at 8:30 am and the school day will end at 3:12 pm.

STUDENTS WILL RETURN TO SCHOOL ON WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 2008

Spanning High Bridge Middle School
by Dr. Patricia Ash

To The High Bridge School Community

As June 18th draws near, I would like to express how much I have enjoyed working with the children, parents and staff of High Bridge Schools. I sincerely believe that the children in High Bridge Schools will define the future and be the leaders of tomorrow, for collectively, their talents seem limitless.

HAVE A SAFE AND HAPPY SUMMER!

Sincerely,
Dr. Pat Ash

P.S. Eighth graders, we’ll miss you!!

Fifth Grade Orientation - Welcome to the Middle School

Thank you to all the eighth grade Student Leaders who participated in the Fifth Grade Move Up Day program on Tuesday, May 27th. These students spoke to the fifth grade students and were in charge of touring the middle school with individual groups. Thank you again for helping to make this program so successful!

On the evening of May 28th, parents of our incoming sixth grade class were invited to attend our Annual Sixth Grade Parent Orientation. During the evening, parents had an opportunity to meet their child’s prospective teachers, become familiar with the sixth grade curriculum, tour the facility and learn about supplemental and co-curricular programs. We’re looking forward to greeting the “Class of 2011” in September!

Report Cards

Report cards will be distributed to those students meeting all school obligations (such as returning all books, paying outstanding fines, etc.) on Wednesday, June 18, 2007. There is a 1:00 p.m. dismissal for all students on that day.

Science Expo at the Middle School

The winning students of our Science Expo held in April participated in the County Science Expo, which was held on Saturday, May 10th at North Hunterdon High School. All the students participating received pencils and water bottles. There were several prizes and these were distributed by the raffle process. Pizza and soda was provided for lunch. Scientists from Dow Chemical, Pfizer, Foster Wheeler and Exxon Mobil circulated among all the participants and discussed their projects with them. Mrs. Sutton, Mrs. Paridy, Mrs. Vuocolo and Mr. Kovacs were most instrumental in making this a successful learning experience.

Tournament of Champions

The Tournament of Champions was held this year on May 27th at Delaware Valley High School. Participants enjoyed exciting competition and it was a great day for all. Thanks to Mrs. Pat Tuma for coordinating the Middle School participants. All students in attendance were recognized for their achievements.

Summer Music Program

A summer instrumental music program for students entering grades four through eight (next year’s grade) will be held from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm in the Middle School. The program will run from Tuesday, July 1, 2008 through Thursday, July 31, 2008. If additional information is needed, please call Mr. Jeffrey Thompson, Band Director, at the Middle School (638-4101).

Lost and Found

Please be aware that there are many unclaimed items in the Lost and Found Box located in the cafeteria at the Middle School. Please check for missing items before the end of the year. The items not claimed will be disposed of. Thank you.

Nurse’s Cap by Diane Bartiromo

I Screen, You Screen…we all screen with sunscreen---to keep from getting burned!

The role of sunscreens is to absorb, reflect or scatter damaging UV rays before they have a chance to interact with the skin. Most sunscreens do a good job blocking UVB but fewer filter UVA rays. When protecting your skin, you need a product to block both UVA and UVB rays. It is important also that when using sunscreen that we follow directions.

In order for the sunscreen to work efficiently remember the following:

Please enjoy your summer and stay safe. Use bicycle helmets when appropriate but remove them when on the playground. Swim with a buddy, obey all swimming rules, and use sunscreen.

Remember also to hydrate yourself with a non-caffeinated beverage. See you back here at the Health Office in September!!!!

Congratulations to our graduates! Here’s wishing you good luck and success in your high school years.
Mrs. Bartiromo

Eighth Grade Dinner Dance

“Loved It!” “Great Time!” “Could have danced all night”. These were just a few of the positive comments made by the eighth graders about the totally successful dinner dance held at Beaver Brook Country Club on May 30, 2008. The eighth graders all looked “better than great” and all I can say is that the Parent Coordinators, Mrs. Dean, Mrs. Eglesia and Mrs. Musnuff sure know how to throw a party. Thank you to these three ladies and to their committee.

Sports News - Ms. Nicole DiGeronimo and Ms. Melissa Dilgard, Athletic Directors

Softball - Coach Melissa Dilgard

The softball team improved a great deal this year. The teams final record was 2-5. The girls started off the season strong by knocking off Clinton Public and Franklin Township. They played their hearts out and with great confidence every game. Thank you all for a great season. Good luck to all the 8th graders in high school. You all will be greatly missed.

Coach Dilgard

Intramural Golf - Coach Michael Doerwang

I would like to recognize all the students who participated in the Golf Club this year. Have a great summer and I invite you all to come out for golf again next year.

Coach Doerwang

Sports Physicals - Mrs. Diane Bartiromo

Please remember to mark your calendar if your child will have a sports physical this summer by our school physician. The date is scheduled for August 28th.  I will send a postcard in the mail a few weeks before as a reminder.

Physician order forms will be mailed to your home if your child had a physician order on file this past school year for any type of medication other than Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen or Benadryl. Forms will be mailed the last day of school so please be looking for the envelope in your mail. Please complete these over the summer and return to the school office or bring them to me the first day of school along with the medication ordered.

If your child will require a medication for the 08-09 school year and has not previously taken a medication in school, please call the Health Office before the last day of school so that I can mail forms to your home. Remember throughout the school year, if your child requires medication (prescription or an over-the-counter) other than the three mentioned above, a written physician order is required along with parental consent to administer in school. Forms are available throughout the school year by request.

See you in September!  Students will return to School on Wednesday, September 3, 2008