News from SBHS
10/13/17
Final Session for Senior Portraits
Wednesday, October 18th and Thursday, October 19th are the last two days for seniors to have his/her senior portrait taken for the yearbook. Any student who has not had his/her portrait taken has been assigned an appointment time which is posted outside Room D200. Any student who is NOT currently scheduled for an appointment MUST call the photography company to arrange for an appointment on one of these two days: (908) 964-0847.
Board of Education Candidate Night
ADVANCED PLACEMENT COURSES- Pay to Participate
Please be advised that students in Advanced Placement courses MUST pay a $50.00 registration fee per course to meet the Pay to Participate requirement. The period for registration is October 15, 2017 – November 15, 2017. The registration fee is applied to the cost of Advanced Placement course materials and training for teachers. Keep in mind that the $50.00 course registration fee is separate from the AP Exam Ordering fee.
To complete the registration requirement for an Advanced Placement course, please log onto the South Brunswick High School Website. Under “Quick Links,” please select the “Pay to Participate Registration Information.” Select “ONLINE PAYMENTS - Click Here to register for all Pay to Participate and Community Education Programs.” (Instructions for online payments are available below this link on the website.)
If you have any questions, please email sbhs.ptp@sbparents.org
SOUTH BRUNSWICK HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETICS
Ice Hockey and Boys’ /Girls’ Swimming - November 6th
Bowling and Winter Guard – November 15th
Basketball, Wrestling, and Winter Track – November 20th
WINTER TRYOUTS:
All athletes must hand in their sports physicals by October 21st if they plan on trying out for a winter sport. Physicals can be downloaded at: http://www.sbschools.org/schools/sbhs/athletics/physicals.php
Please note – if you have handed in all physical requirements for a fall sport, and wish to try out for a winter or spring sport you still need to update certain medical forms. Please go to the above website for further details.
SPRING TRYOUTS:
All spring sports will try out on 3/2/2018. Please go to the website for details for all spring sports and physical due dates.
VIKING ATHLETIEC CLUB MEETING
South Brunswick Viking Athletic Club meeting is Tuesday, October 10th 7PM in the faculty dining room for parents please join us. We will be discussing the upcoming Vikings 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run Fundraiser.
VIKING ATHLTIC CLUB – 5K AND 1 MILE FUN RUN- Major Fundraiser
RUN with the VIKINGS 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run - Walkers are welcome
Sunday, November 5th, 2017 – Rain or Shine. The 1 Mile Fun Run begins at 9:30 AM,
the 5k Run begins at 10:00 AM, and the Kiddie Dash begins at 11:00am. Join us for a great day!
Please go to www.rwtv5K.com for details and register to participate. Advanced registration is recommended. Questions can be directed to Karen Bertucci in the Athletic Department at (732) 329-4044, Ext 3247.
HURRICANE MARIA RELIEF DRIVE:
There will be bins outside the high school football stadium to drop off relief items at Friday Night’s (HOMECOMING) football game (10/13) or on SATURDAY, 10/21 between 9AM and 12PM at Crossroads South Middle School located at 195 Major Road.
Here is a list of the supplies that we are looking to collect:
Bottled water, tarps, home repair kits, cleanup kits, ready-to-eat meals, non-perishable foods, trash bags, insect repellant, hand sanitizer, work gloves, extension cords, baby wipes, diapers, baby formula, pain relief medication for adults and children, canned milk, stomach relief and diarrhea medication, blankets, pillows and towels. Thank you in advance for your consideration!
Taste of Education - Monday, October 16, 2017
Hurricane Maria Relief Effort
Black and Gold Friday
Show your Viking Spirit EVERY Friday by wearing your Black and Gold! This is a great way for Staff and Students to participate.
Club Meeting Calendar and Information
Looking for information on clubs? Please check out:
- Club Information: http://www.sbschools.org/schools/sbhs/activities/club_details.php
- Meeting and Events Calendar: https://sites.google.com/a/sbschools.org/sbhs-activities/
All club information is being updated as it is received, with most clubs starting to meet late September/Early October
Club Reminder-Pay to Participate Information
The club participation fee is $25.00. Students should not pay to participate until they are absolutely certain they will be joining the club. Please attend AT LEAST one meeting AND confirm that there are no scheduling conflicts with the clubs you are interested in. All students must go through the Pay to Participate process even if they have met the family maximum or are exempt from paying because they qualify for the free or reduced lunch program. Payments are not transferable, refundable or retroactive. Once a payment is made, PRINT A RECEIPT for your records AND to submit to your advisors.
Club Advsiors will be verifying club payment in January. Students who fail to submit payment receipts will not be permitted to continue to attend or participate and the activity will not be recorded on their transcript. To register and/or make an online payment, please review the steps found at: http://www.sbschools.org/schools/sbhs/activities/club_details.php
Viking Closet
Viking Closet has all your back to school needs. This year we started collecting personal hygiene items, such as toothpaste, toothbrushes, combs, brushes, deodorant, tooth "picks", hair bands, etc. The Closet is open in C300 during lunches or hap & everything is FREE!
Help “Stir up Smiles”
Please help our Activities office "stir up smiles" this Halloween and consider donating costumes(new) or goodie bag items for pediatric patients and their families in local New Jersey hospitals. Please have your child drop off items in the Activities Office by Thursday, October 19th. Thanking you in advance.
Support Puerto Rico
SBHS is collecting baby supplies for victims of Puerto Rico. Donations of wipes, diapers, food, etc. can be dropped off in Room 318. For questions please see Ms. Dowd.
Zumbathon
Want to dance to some great music while getting in a fun workout? Come to Zumbathon! October 27th in the Freshmen Cafe @ 2:30. Tickets are $5---questions? See Sra. Arango/Sra. Alonso/Sra. Ryan
Attention Senators
First senate meeting will be held on Wednesday, October 18th during 1A. Please report to lecture hall A (Second floor C-hallway) at the start of the block. Your teachers will be notified and attendance will be taken then.
12th Grade Info Senior Dinner Cruise Information
Gymnastics Team to be honored
At this year’s “Think Pink Meet” today, Friday, October 13th at 4:30, the Christina S. Walsh Breast Cancer Foundation will be honoring The Gymnastics Team with a plaque for their outstanding dedication to community service and for their support of Breast Cancer Awareness. In addition, the foundation is holding a Comedy Night Benefit at the Stress Factory in New Brunswick on Sunday, October 22, where the team will be honored again for their outstanding commitment to the cause.
Soccer Club Spring Tryouts
Class of 2019 Fundraiser
The Class of 2019 wants to help you get your look tight for the new school year. Shop at J.Crew at the Jackson Premium Outlets on October 14th between 1 and 5 pm to receive a 20% discount when you spend $100 or more; just mention you are shopping for the South Brunswick Class of 2019! Check out our short commercial for a reminder.
Please click here for more information
NFL Raffle
The South Brunswick Latin Scholars' Fund is raffling off 2 tickets and parking to the New York Giants vs. Philadelphia Eagles game at Metlife Stadium (Sunday, December 17 at 1:00 PM). Raffle chances are on sale now through Homecoming. Prices are $5 each or 3 for $10. See link below for additional information. Thank you for your support and best of luck to all participants! ~ Amanda Auerbach, SBHS World Language Department New York Giants Tickets Information Link