April 2022

Principal's Message

Hello Ramland,

We are incredibly happy to share that the construction of our brand new Jim Grasso Fitness Center is coming to a close. Mr. O’Hern, Mr. Fojon, and Dr. Murphy were so thoughtful in creating an opportunity for our seniors and staff members to get a sneak peek of the almost-completed space that will be available this spring. Before all of the trimmings, finishes, flooring, ad equipment is set, the seniors and our staff members were able to sign their names on a few of the steel beams that are currently exposed. Signing the beams brought our sentiment,“This is your school”, to the next level.

We have all been reminded of the importance of wellness as we have fought our way through the pandemic. We have needed to stay socially distant, memorable events have been compromised or canceled, and each of us has been emotionally impacted in some way. Most recently, we were forced to cancel our Relay for Life “Tip Off” basketball event. We are striving to raise our community and individual spirits by coming together for events in meaningful ways.

Relay for Life provides us with an opportunity to come together to raise funds to help the American Cancer Society. The theme for our Relay for Life this year is “Building a Blue Zone” in the fight against Cancer.This theme represents our community working together to construct facilities, events, and a spirit that contributes to our collective and individual well being.

Cancer has impacted so many of our lives, and it took our Athletic Director, Mr. Grasso, from us in August of 2018.We hope to be able to Show off the Jim Grasso Wellness Center at Relay for Life on June 3, 2022. We hope that you will join us in the fight against cancer by participating in at Ramsey High School. Please go to goramstv.com to learn more and to sign up.

As always, thank you for your support and GO RAMS!

Michael J. Thumm Ed.D. Ryan Esdale, Ed.D.

Principal Supervisor of Education Gr. 9-12 and Student Welfare

Please visit our RFL Website to join a team or to donate!

Academics

Profile Project

During the week of March 14-March 18, RHS Seniors presented their Defense of Learning. A Defense of Learning consists of a 15-20 minute presentation during which Students exhibit various artifacts to a panel of teachers and district admins, telling the story of their profile project and highlighting the competencies they have demonstrated in completing their project.

"On The Go" Nutrition Guide

James Toronto conducted a research experiment to measure energy levels and satiation after breakfast. He collected healthy recipes and created a website with high interest graphics for teens to easily make their own healthy meals! Well done James!

Comfort for Cancer Patients

Hannah Mannion completed a community service project in which she sewed silk & satin pillowcases for Cancer patients at Englewood Hospital.

Ivory Coast Education Aid

Please consider donating gently used books for Senior Hana Lee's profile project which is aimed at closing the literacy gap in the Ivory Coast of Africa. Any kind of book is fine--children's, YA, etc. Donation boxes in Media Ctr and main hallway RHS.

RHS Earns AP Computer Science Female Diversity Award

RHS earned the College Board AP Computer Science Female Diversity Award for expanding young women's access to AP computer science and helping to close the gender gap in computer science. Our school was one of only 760 to be recognized for achieving this important result in AP Computer Science Principles

NJECC Conference

Mr. Daniel DeMartino and Mrs. Susan Rodriguez presented "Learning Stations for the Differentiated Classroom" at this 2022 New Jersey Educational Technology Conference.

Athletics

Boys Basketball: North 1 Group 2 State Champions

Ramsey celebrates their win over Mahwah in the North 1, Group 2 high school boys basketball state tournament public final in Mahwah. Ramsey claimed the trophy with a 47-40 victory. Congratulations!

Ashleigh Gorman and Abby Tom, earned recognition as Nike Indoor Nationals High Jumpers. Ashleigh cleared 4'11 for 20th, and Abby cleared 4'9" for 30th. Congrats on a great season girls!

Activities

GSA Presents to Ramsey Parent Academy

The RHS Gay-Straight Alliance (GSA) Club presented to the Ramsey Parent Academy to support an inclusive environment for children, neighbors. Student leaders facilitated small group discussions focused on issues facing the LGBTQ+ community while responding to questions.

Latin Club Collection for Ukraine

Ramsey Student, Erika Frizen presented to the RHS staff about her native country, Ukraine, and the struggles they are currently facing. Erika, Dr. Star and the Latin Club collected donations to be sent directly to aid Ukraine.

Arts

Drama Club Presents "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat"

The Drama Club presented three stellar performances of "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat!" Seniors Tommy Gilligan, Lucy Latorre, Tori Pickering, Brandon Hwang, Joaquin Kull, Sarah Patunas, Bernard Sweetman, JJ Cichonski, Joseph Muscarelle, and Grace Bickerstaffe enjoyed their final musical at RHS. They've had a stellar career with the Drama Club and will be dearly missed!

Ram Jams headed to National Finals in NYC

Congratulations to The Ram Jams for being named ICHSA Mid-Atlantic Semi-Finals Champions!!!! Now they advance to National Finals in NY in April.

Wind Ensemble Earns Silver Rating

The RHS Wind Ensemble participated in the NJSMA Region 1 Concert Band Festival. They were evaluated along with 9 other bands in Northern NJ and received a rating of silver!

Alumni

PTSO and "Ram For Life" Alumni Partnership

Click Here to Register as a Ram For Life Alum!

The Ramsey RHS PTSO is Partnering with RHS to build an active and dynamic Ram For Life Alumni Network. Our mission is to enhance the overall student experience by providing support for current Ramsey High School students and staff, to foster a collaborative community of learners, to celebrate and promote the collective experiences unique to the Ramsey High School community. Cultivate positive relationships between Ramsey High School students, alumni, and the community, and support alumni in social and professional networking.

This group will encourage participation in alumni sponsored programs and strengthen the connection between alumni and the Ramsey High School Community.

Professionals in Residence Program

We aim to develop a group of “Professionals in Residence” from our alumni, parents, and community members to support students in the Profile of a Graduate Project (Senior capstone). These Profile Projects will challenge our students to produce a project of personal interest that draws from all they have learned. Students will need expertise from people in specific fields to complete their project. Register as a Ram For Life to get involved!

Learn more about the RHS Alumni/PTSO Partnership at www.GoRamsTV.com

RPEF is grateful to @RamseyHSNJ senior, RILEY BECKER, for volunteering her creative energy and time and to redesign this year's SFOS logo!