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1 EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP SCHOOL DISTRICT Office of the Principal 24 High School Drive Egg Harbor Township, NJ Phone: X1601 Fax: Terry Charlton Principal WEEKLY UPDATE June 9, 2017 From the desk of the Principal: The character education word of the month is Generosity Only six days of school left until we say goodbye to the Class of I reminded the students at Senior Awards Night on Wednesday of how we say at every freshman orientation that you have to begin with the end in mind because the time goes so fast. Over $17 million dollars in scholarships were recognized on Wednesday night as well as the Principal Awards in each content area and attendance. Mrs. Duffy from Guidance did an exceptional job organizing and hosting the event. Also instrumental in the success of the evening was our auditorium coordinator Mr. House and EHT-TV Station Manager Mrs. Mullen who created a wonderful video of all the students receiving awards during the evening. Link here and enjoy: Here is a short, one minute video of the Varsity Scholar ceremony from the week before: The Renaissance Committee has done an exceptional job all year long honoring our Students of the Week. Yesterday, all the student recipients throughout the year were treated to an endof-year social with games, food, and prizes out at the Field House. Thanks to Ms. Brady, Mr. Passante, and Mr. Lesser and their committee for planning such a great celebration.

2 Congratulations to Mrs. Delaney and Mr. House and their Sustainability and Environmental Science classes on receiving the Eco-Schools Award. The award was appropriately presented in the garden that the classes tend to throughout the year located beyond the outfield fence of the baseball field. Link here for article and picture: From Dr. Graham: Career and Technology Education Students Explore Technology and Aviation Federal Aviation and Administration STEM DAY Twenty EHT high school career and technical education students participated in the Federal Aviation and Administration STEM Day in May The students were given an overview of multiple departments and the types of projects that individuals in each department work on. The presenters shared each of their college majors, and it was interesting to see the variety of degrees that each employee held. It was an eye opener for our students to see that there were more than just Computer Scientist working there. Employed were Engineers, Physicist, Chemists, Graphic Designers, Mathematicians, and more. The students were impressed to see all of the intricate details that it takes to ensure the safety of all citizens before, during, and after a private or commercial flight.

3 Teen Tech Conference at Stockton University Did you know that women are underrepresented in many science and engineering occupations? Well, on Tuesday, May 23 rd, twenty female students went to TeenTech at Stockton University to explore careers in science, technology, engineering, and math. Students were invited to engage in laboratory, engineering, and math workshops giving them confidence-building experiences in a real college setting. In the CSI workshop, students had to solve a homicide using evidence and critical thinking skills. Students also explored the neurosciences through a workshop titled "Brain Games" in which they played games developed by graduate students at Stockton University. As educators, we can encourage our female students to enter into these STEM careers by providing positive role models and handson experiences that can build their confidence. Have a great weekend, Terry

4 Important Dates NOTE: Dates and Times are subject to change June 19, 2017 Graduation 6:10pm EHTHS Stadium ATHLETICS WEEKLY GAME/SCORE REPORT Mr. Michael J. Pellegrino Supervisor of Athletics and Activities Telephone: (609) Fax: (609) WEEKLY GAME/SCORE REPORT SPORT/OPPONENT/RECORD Boys Outdoor Track and Field/New Jersey Group 4 Schools/Egg Harbor Township High School/6-2-17, SCORE/ HIGHLIGHTS/DETAILS NJ Group 4 States The team placed 4th overall with 30 points. The top 6 places scored points for the team and received medals. Those individuals will move on to Saturday s Meet of Champions at Northern Burlington High School. Amir Brock 2nd in 200m dash (personal best,) 2nd in 400m dash (****personal best and School Record) Alex Dessoye 5th in 400m dash Alex Desssoye, Hunter Barbieri, Robert Dessoye, Amir Brock 2nd in the 4x400m relay with a time of 3:1308 (This was a school record time, breaking the previous time of 3:17.79 from 2009!! A four second improvement! The time is currently NJ#2 and US#9!) Alex Dessoye, Shaquille Boyd, Devon Covington, Amir Brock - 4th in the 4x100m relay with a time of **Receiving Wild Cards to Meet of Champions were: Robert Dessoye 7th in 800m run 1:55.28 (personal best) Aidin Hendriks 12th in the 800m run 1:56.32

5 GIRLS OUTDOOR TRACK AND FIELD This past weekend Ajae Alvarez-Tyler and Alyse Miller participated in the NJ State track and field meet. Both girls, along with Mya Pomatto will be honored at the Cape Atlantic League Awards Ceremony this Sunday. Mya Pomatto will also be traveling to North Carolina to throw the javelin at the New Balance Nationals. VARSITY SOFTBALL *** Overall record 23-1 The Eagles Softball team made EHT history defeating North Hunterdon 2-1 and brought home EHT s 1st Softball STATE CHAMPIONSHIP. The Eagles got off to a rough start giving up a leadoff triple, but battled back out of a bases loaded 1st inning jam only giving up one run. Tori Szrom held her poise on the mound, battled back and earned the victory in the circle. Later in the top of the 6th inning Tori started a two out rally and Ella Glenn had a triple to drive in Peyton McGowan who was the runner for Szrom. With still 2 outs, Marissa Varela put down a bunt which scored Glenn and Varela was safe at first. North Hunterdon tried to score in the bottom of the 7th but was unsuccessful as EHT prevailed. EHT participated in the inaugural Tournament of Champions held on June 7th earning the # 1 seed facing Lodi Immaculate. Unfortunately, the Eagles came up short in the Tournament of Champs but had an unbelievable, historic season representing EHT and will always be remembered as the 1st Softball Team to bring home the State Championship Title.

6 Athletic Director Congratulations Group IV State Champions! The Egg Harbor Township Lady Eagles captured their first Group IV State Championship in dramatic fashion coming from behind to win 2-1 over Northern Hunterdon at Kean University. The team battled hard throughout the tournament to capture the crown. Special thanks to the EHT Police Department, Fire Companies, and Ambulance for escorting the team home in style and back onto to campus Saturday night. Best of luck to the boy s track team members at the Meet of Champions tomorrow. Seven student athletes have qualified or

7 have received a wild card invitation to participate in the chance to run at Northern Burlington. Good Luck. As we come to a close of another year in athletics, I would like to congratulate all of the coaches, student-athletes, and families for a tremendous year. The success of the athletic department is due to your hard work, commitment, and dedication. Congratulations once again and remember, 9 weeks till we start the fall season. Go Eagles.