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Friday, May 10, 2024
Today is a “B” Day
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BIRTHDAYS: Bryce Vanderhoof, Jadiel Pichardo, Nadia Khan, William Kranik, Emily Steward & Jackson Brunelle
SPORTS:
HOME: Varsity Softball @ DVHS 4:30pm, JV Baseball @ Harriet Space 4:30pm <<<<<< CANCELLED
AWAY:Varsity Baseball @ Eldred 4:15, Varsity Boys Golf @ Turtle Creek 3:30pm <<<<<< CANCELLED (Saturday) Varsity Baseball @ Monticello 10am
TODAY:
May is Art Month at Port--Art Displays are around the school all this month celebrating the achievements of our art students. In the Auditorium hallway, you will find the artwork from Intro to Art Classes this week. Students from Mrs. Horst, Ms. Weed and Ms. Maloney's classes have created work in pencil, charcoal, watercolor and acrylic in a variety of styles. In the large display case near the Tech Rooms, you will find the art portfolio of Olivia Rodriguez who will be attending Rochester Institute of Technology this Fall for Video Game Design. Congratulations to all.
2024-2025 Student Council and Class Officer Elections - Anyone interested in running for a Student Council or Class Officer Position for the upcoming school year should see Mrs. Nyland in the AP Office to receive the election packet and information. You must pick up a packet to be eligible to run for the election. Completed Election petitions are due to the AP Office by Wednesday, May 15th by 2:30pm
Voting for our MVP Male and MVP Female Athlete will take place in the Athletic Dept Office during PE Classes today. Any athlete who has earned a varsity letter, in any sport, is encouraged to vote.
The coaches nominations are:
Male MVP: Female MVP:
TJ Fergus Constentino Proscia Alexa Bennett
Ivan Figueroa Ryan Ross Kacie Lynch
John Fuller Josiah Welch Addison McElroy
Logan Morris Abigail Russell
MONDAY:
The PJYC (Port Jervis Youth Coalition) is meeting Monday, May 13th, in room 103 at 2:15pm. New members are invited---join us to learn more about what we do to help reduce substance use and encourage mental health and kindness throughout the school!
MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH:
Mental Health Awareness Month: Look toward your future. Don’t get stuck in the past. Live in the present and look forward to the future. Addressing mental health struggles now can lead to a happier and brighter future. There are resources available in the guidance office and here Virtual Calming Room. #TakeAMentalHealthMoment You are NOT alone
ADAC is having a Mental Health Awareness Scavenger Hunt for prizes! Please see the bulletin board outside the library. Winners will be drawn on May 31st!
1. Take a question form from the basket on the shelf below the bulletin board.
2. Fill in all the answers using the HINTS provided on the form---all hints are located somewhere on the bulletin board.
3. Put your completed answer sheet in the drop box located in the library.
SENIOR HAPPENINGS- CLICK ON THE IMAGE BELOW TO OPEN ALL SENIOR THINGS
WEEKLY HAPPENINGS:
Daily:
DECA School Store is Open, Mon - Fri, 2:15 - 3:15 PM
Monday
Tuesday:
Science Olympiad Team room 210
Stock Market Club room 303
Gaming Club 2:30pm, Rm 104
Wednesday:
Emergency Service Club 2:30 to 3:30 in room 103!
Chess Club after school in room 311
The Character Trait for the month of May is Responsibility. Please join us in wearing GREEN on Wednesdays in May for Responsibility. Responsibility - the state or fact of being responsible, answerable, or accountable for something within one’s power, control, or management. -You must take personal responsibility. You cannot change the circumstances, the seasons, or the wind, but you can change yourself. That is something you have charge of.~Jim Rohn~
Thursday:
Pizza at the DECA School Store $2.50 a slice.
Esports - 2:30pm, room 104
May 16th-POWDER PUFF FOOTBALL GAME
Football Cheerleading Tryouts: Mon. May 20th- Wed. May 22nd, High School Gym, 3-5:30pm, Sign up on the door of Mr. Gass’ Office.
The FRESHMAN CLASS is SELLING COOKIE DOUGH!!! See a student to place an order, or use this link to support the Class of 2027 or an individual student. https://app.launchfundraising.com/productFundraiserHome/fundraiser/FDV9F7
FEARLESS! is accepting applications for their Summer Youth Leadership Academy (SYLA). The free, week-long program aims to empower and inspire students entering grades 9-12 to learn and speak up about racism, bullying, gender oppression, and the difference between healthy and unhealthy relationships. Participants also learn how to create change in their community. Fearless! Summer Youth Leadership Academy information
WHEN: July 22nd- July 26th| - Port Jervis Recreation Center, 135 Pike Street
Students will receive:
-30 Hours of Community Service
-A Letter of Recommendation for college or employment
-$50 stipend
-lunch and snacks
Three ways to apply (applications due by June 21, 2024):
2. Online fillable PDF (print and bring down to guidance)
3. Paper application-- available in the guidance office or in your grade level guidance google classroom.
Please see Mrs. Grismer in guidance for questions. She can also collect and send your application to Fearless! if you choose.
ATTENTION all Character Education Prize Patrol Certificate recipients: Don't forget to use your school store certificates for a slice of pizza on Thursdays or $2 worth of items!
Firemen's Inspection Parade Participation Invitation: Please see the attached letter from the PJFD Secretary William Werner inviting Port Jervis Schools to participate in this year's parade. This is for ALL CLUBS, ACTIVITIES, TEAMS, ATHLETES, AND GROUPS and their advisors and coaches. The parade will be held on Saturday, July 13th, 2024 and the line-up is at 1 pm at the HS. Please use this Google form to let us know if you will be attending: https://forms.gle/MAa2hqMqQzTpL6xZ9
HS Yearbook!! To buy online go to: buytheyearbook.com, Enter Code: 717035 Or pick up a form in the front office or room 104 Please click for more info!
Student Drivers: Please see Mrs. Sauschuck in the AP’s Office to pick up a parking permit application. You do not need to apply for a new one if you have previously received one.
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