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SUBJECT: November e-Delivery
In this posting
1. A Note from the President
2. A Message from the Headmaster
3. News from the Assistant Headmaster
4. SHP HIB Policy
5. Yearbook Orders
6. Yearbook Ads
7. SAT Prep Courses
8. Parent Chaperones for Sophomore Retreat
9. Kairos Registration (2 pages)
10. MA Newsletter
11. Fathers Club Newsletter
SUBJECT: Note From the Preside
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nt Msgr. Michael E.
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FROM: Presiden
Novembeer 2014
Note from
m the President
Novembeer is truly a wo
onderful timee of the year. God’s gift off nature provvides us with b
beautiful coloor on
our trees and cool dayss.
Thanksgivving Day rem
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to share our
o gifts with those in need
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May God bless you,
SUBJECT: Thanks
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FROM: (Rev. Msgr.) Robert E. Harahan
The First Trim
mester is moving quickly. It’s hardd to believee we are on the doorsteep of winter. But as we move on it is time to
o say thankk you, to exxpress our ggratitude an
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I tthank you ffor welcom
ming me as your Headmasster. TThis trimeste
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ur new dire
ector of Grifffin Bridges,, Mr. Horton Sears, an alumnus o
of the program. Progress is taking plaace with the
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or our deceased
d students, teachers, allumni, friends, parents and benefaactors. Mayy they know
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nt. Happyy Thanksgivinng, SUBJECT: November Items
FROM: Kevin McNulty, Assistant Headmaster
November 2014
Dear Parent, I would like to take the opportunity to thank everyone who has called and offered helpful advice on ways to make the website work better. We have been implementing changes based on your input as quickly as possible. And I thank you for your patience. Our goal in the first month was to make the site work as well as possible for students, and that seems to have been a success. Our recent professional development day focused on making sure that teachers are using the site appropriately. I know that many of you have been experiencing frustration, as have we, with the slow state of progress. Trust me that we are doing all that we can to make things work well for everyone. If you have any more specific suggestions for how we might make the website work better for you, please email Adam Haczyk ([email protected]), our assistant webmaster. Over the next week will be testing our Emergency Contact System, and I hope that everyone has taken the opportunity to update their profile so that we can contact you should there be an emergency. This information needs to be placed on the parent or guardian’s profile, and not the student’s. Students need to update their own profiles. There is a drop down box on the front right hand corner of the web site that will be activated in the event of an emergency as well, just in case your contacts did not work, or if there is a failure from the company we hired to provide you with notification. We are testing that on Friday with a Halloween message. Trimester Testing begins November 20th, and continues until November 25th. We have an adjusted schedule, and there are never more than two tests scheduled for any one day. Of course, if someone is absent for a Trimester Exam, they may need to make an arrangement to make that up that would involve more testing. It is very important that students take these exams seriously. Still, not all students will have exams all days. Please check the teacher web sites for details, or email your son’s teacher directly if you have any questions. Please do not ask teachers to schedule an alternative exam for family vacations. As always, see the web calendar for more specific details. We will be mailing home Report Cards and posting them on the website in early December. If the posting process works as we anticipate, we may well, like most other schools like us, discontinue mailing them home in the future. I wish you, in anticipation, a happy and blessed Thanksgiving. Kevin McNulty Assistant Headmaster SUBJECT: Seton Hall Prep’s Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying
(HIB) Policy
FROM:
Michael G. Gallo, Assistant Headmaster
October was recognized as National Bullying Prevention Month.
The entire freshmen class was given a presentation on SHP’s Bullying Policy and Social Media responsibilities.
Please ask your son about the presentation that was given by Mr. Gallo.
At the start of each sport season, coaches, assistant coaches, and captains attend a meeting regarding their role
in preventing harassment, intimidation, bullying, cyber-bullying, and hazing.
Each year our Student Council and Peer Leaders review and make suggestions to our HIB Policy.
Seton Hall Prep’s bullying policy was established using Assemblyman John McKeon’s policy as a model, a group
of senior class Peer Leaders modified his work to fit the needs of Seton Hall Prep and our Mission Statement.
The SHP HIB Policy is in effect 24/7 in school and out of school. The policy applies to school-related functions
and non-school-related functions. The current policy is posted in the SHP handbook, and on our SHP website. In
addition, the Assistant Headmaster and the Dean of Men will review the policy with each class.
SHP HIB Policy Summary
Harassment, intimidation, bullying and cyber-bullying is any act of unwanted physical, verbal,
sexual, and emotional abuse.
Members of the SHP Community who witness or have knowledge of an act of harassment, intimidation, or
bullying are required to report the incident to the Assistant Headmaster or the Dean of Men.
Seton Hall Prep’s HIB Policy is expected to be adhered to by all members of the Seton Hall Prep Community.
The Seton Hall Prep Community includes: Students, Faculty, Staff, Administration, Moderators, Coaches,
Volunteers, Parents and Guardians.
SHP Social Media Guideline Summary
Protect your Identity.
Pause, think before you post.
Nothing that you post or send is private.
Use good judgment when visiting any social media website and when posting on such sites.
Students are not to post, send tweets or retweet information, photos, or other representations of inappropriate
behavior, sexual content or items that could be interpreted as demeaning or inflammatory.
Students will continue to be disciplined accordingly for misuse of social media.
Be respectful and mindful knowing that you represent yourself, your family and Seton Hall Prep.
SUBJECT: Yearbook Orders
FROM: Lisa Sgaramella – Yearbook Moderator
THERE ARE TWO WAYS
TO ORDER A YEARBOOK…
(all grades)
1. Online:
Go to www.jostensyearbook.com and follow the instructions for
ordering a Seton Hall Prep yearbook. Personalize it, order accessories, and
pay with your credit card.
2. In
School: Order using the Jostens Envelope – one was placed in your
son’s portrait package or pick one up in the College Placement Office.
Return the completed form with a check payable to “Seton Hall Prep” to
Mrs. Sgaramella’s mailbox in the main office. Note: with this option, you
may only personalize with your son’s name/graduation year – you may not
add icons to the front cover or order accessories using the envelope.
Cost: $80 before 1/16/15 and $100 after 1/16/15.
(No orders will be taken after 1/24/15)
These prices include one line of free personalization (student’s name and
graduation year). Icons and accessory packages will be extra.
If you wish to have a yearbook, you must
order one – we will not have books at the end
of the year for purchase.
SUBJECT: Yearbook Orders
FROM: Lisa Sgaramella – Yearbook Moderator
TO ORDER A SENIOR AD…
Go to www.jostensadservice.com and follow the instructions to upload your
photos and create your ad.
Cost:
Full page:
Half page:
Quarter page:
$375
$225
$125
These prices do not include a yearbook.
If you purchase a senior ad, you must also purchase a yearbook.
No ads are created through the school – they must be created and purchased
online or through the mail to Jostens (instructions for this are on the website)
Deadline for creating your senior ad: January 1st.
SUBJECT: SAT Prep for Juniors
FROM: Mr. John Henrikson
Mr. Henrikson is running an SAT prep course for Juniors who choose to take
the January exam. Sessions will start the first week of November. Please
email Mr. Henrikson ([email protected]) for information and availability.
SUBJECT: Sophomore Service Retreat
FROM: Sharon Rondinella, Director of Campus Ministry
On Tuesday, November 11, 2014, all sophomores will attend a service retreat day. In
the morning sophomores will travel to the Community Foodbank of NJ, Hillside. The
Foodbank is the largest source of donated food in NJ for 1,500 non-profit charitable
organizations. Sophomores will sort donations and stock the shelves.
Sophomores will return to the school in the afternoon for a guest speaker who, for his
thesis project, spent time living with the homeless on the streets of NYC. This will be followed
by presentations on service opportunities and a commissioning prayer service.
Parent Chaperones are needed for the morning trip to the Community Foodbank
of NJ. Chaperones are asked to arrive at SHP at 8:30 a.m., travel with us by bus to the
Foodbank, and return to SHP by 12:00 p.m. Parents are welcome to stay for the afternoon
portion, but it is not necessary. Parents interested in chaperoning are asked to email Sharon
Rondinella, Director of Campus Ministry, at [email protected] or to call 973-325-6643
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Seton Hall Preparatory School
Parent/Guardian Permission Form
I/We the parent(s)/guardian(s) of _______________________________________ request that Seton
Hall Preparatory School allow him to participate in the school sponsored trip to Kairos from
Tuesday, ______________ through Friday, _______________ at the _________________________________
Retreat Center in ________________________________. I/we understand that transportation will involve a
school or Murphy bus.
I/We acknowledge that the School’s policies and regulations remain in effect on the field trip. I/We also
acknowledge that the student is responsible for all work that he may be missing in his regular classes including, but
not limited to, class notes, long term assignments, work to be turned in and tests.
In consideration for the arrangements for this activity, I/we hereby release and save harmless the School
and all its employees from any and all liability arising to __________________________ as a result of this activity.
In the event of a medical emergency arising during this activity please contact:
Name: ________________________________________________Relation:___________________________
Cell Phone: __________________________________Home Phone:_________________________________
I authorize the School and its representative to authorize emergency medical treatment
in the case that I/we or the above designee cannot be reached.
Signature(s) of Parent(s)/Guardian(s):
___________________________________________________________________ Date: _____________________
___________________________________________________________________ Date: _____________________
Student’s Signature:
___________________________________________________________________ Date: _____________________
SUBJECT: Mothers Auxiliary November 2014 Newsletter
FROM: Rita Mughetto - President, SHP Mothers Auxiliary
Another successful general meeting was held in October thanks to almost 100 attendees. How fortunate are we to have a terrific sisterhood filled with compassionate and dedicated volunteers. In this month of thanksgiving, I am especially grateful for you ‐ the heart and soul of the Mothers Auxiliary. Many thanks to Peter Durning, Director of Activities, who informed us of all the wonderful activities and opportunities available to our sons at The Prep. Welcome home Peter. ►Genevieve Magazine and Gift Wrap Sale ‐ This annual fundraiser has concluded. Enormous thanks to repeat Chairperson Diane Russo, [email protected], for all her work in organizing and heading up this fundraiser. Delivery to SHP is December 3rd. Your support was very much appreciated. Thank you. ►SHP Open House ‐ Thanks to the Hospitality committee and volunteers for helping to host prospective families on October 19th at SHP's Annual Open House. Over 400 families graced SHP for an informative and memorable day. Special thanks once again to the Getz family for their donation of many delicious baked goods. ►Step in Style with The Prep Dinner & Fashion Show, November 6, 2014 at 5:30 pm Mayfair Farms After six months of dreaming, planning and organizing by an incredibly spirited Fashion Show Committee, our largest fundraising event of the year is here! The Mothers Auxiliary has worked very hard to insure the success of this fun‐filled and important occasion. A $10,000 American Express Gift Card awaits one lucky winner of the Grand Raffle, so please return your completed pink ticket stubs today. Winner need not be present to win. Contact Carolyn Brosius at [email protected] or Patti McNamara at [email protected] with questions or to obtain additional chances. Thanks to your continued generosity and work on securing donations we have over 140 themed Gift Baskets and Deluxe Baskets plus a Silent Auction beach vacation property. Get ready to drop those Raffle Tickets, to bid and to have a fantastic time. We will also offer a “What’s in Your Closet” Wine Pull and 50/50 Raffle the night of the event. All proceeds go directly back to SHP benefiting our sons. It is truly a hallmark affair for the Mothers Auxiliary and SHP. Contact our dedicated Co‐Chairs Cathy DeCarlo‐Egan, [email protected] or Paula Galvano, [email protected] for further information or visit the Mothers Auxiliary website at www.shp.org. ►Christmas Social ‐ Tuesday, December 9th at 7:00 pm in the SHP Dining Hall. This is not a formal meeting but a joyous celebration of Christmas spirit. Please bring a wrapped ornament for our Christmas ornament exchange. More information to follow at our November 11th general meeting by Co‐Chairpersons Lisa Yarosz, [email protected] and Sue Kominiak, [email protected]. ►Next Mothers Auxiliary Meeting ‐ November 11, 2014 at 7:00 pm for Social; 7:30 pm Call to Order Step in Style with The Prep Thank You Party. Please plan to attend. We will recap the show, provide information on December activities and then adjourn to enjoy a Thank You party for our Fashion Show Co‐
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SUBJECT: Fathers
FROM: Thom
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2nd at 8:30am at Mayfaair Farms for thhe Annual Fam
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hosted by the SHP Fathers Club.
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A. Reynolds Award. Mr. Reynolds wass one of the founders
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precepts of thee Award. Regiistration may be
b made in advvance or paymeent may be madde at the door.
Volunteers aree always need
ded for a multiitude of activitties. If you arre not sure how
w to help, pleaase reach out to
either Tom or me at the conttacts below.
We encouragee all Prep fatheers to join us att the monthly meetings
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(wherre dinner is alw
ways served) annd to participaate
in our activitiees to support th
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presentation by
b a guest speak
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alendars for th
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mily Breakfast (Mayfair Farm
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(W
Wed, 7pm)
Monthly Meeeting
Dec 3rd
(W
Wed, 7pm)
Monthly Meeeting
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Annuaal Car Raffle & Pirate Auctionn
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nthly Raffle. T
The pot gets laarger each monnth. Packets are
available at eaach meeting or through Mr. Baggitt’s office. Larry Bagggitt is the Athhletic Directorr and is also thhe
Faculty Moderator for the Faathers Club.
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Thomas Youn
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supports the spiritual, accademic, culturral and physicaal aspects of SSeton Hall Prepparatory Schoool.
We carry on a proud traditiion of providin
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