This Week at Gateway

I want to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. This is a short week highlighted by our annual "Thanksgiving Game" on Wednesday night against Woodbury.

Wenonah's Turkey Trot Needs Volunteers to Help! 7:30-11 on Black Friday 11/24. Email meckstein@gatewayhs.com if you can help. Thank you!

Thanks so much for your interest in running/walking and helping to support The Children's Home Society of NJ, whose mission it is to Save Children's Lives and Build Healthy Families.

The Wenonah Turkey Trot is run on the local tree-lined roads of historic Wenonah, NJ. It is 5k (3.1 miles) long with a 1 mile walking course included. Our course is USATF certified as has chip timing.

This is a lovely family event - children, dogs, and wheelchairs are all welcome - please join us in the fun and help us give back to children in need!

Family Discounts:
Families signing up together can pay $75 via"Multi-Person Pricing" prior to November 8th. After midnight on the 8th the price will be $80. “Multi-Person Pricing" will appear as a drop-down box on the first page.

Event details and schedule:
Race starts at the Memorial Presbyterian Church of Wenonah, 202 East Mantua Avenue, Wenonah, NJ

Donations:
Any canned food donations can be left at the Donation Door of the church, on Mantua Avenue. Food will be donated to Nahida's Pantry, helping local families in need.

Prices:
$35 per person prior to November 8; $40 after
$75 per family (3-8 members) prior to November 8; $80 after
Kids 10 & Under are free, with the option to purchase a t-shirt for $10

Online Registration Ends at midnight on Wednesday, November 22.
https://runsignup.com/.../AnnualWenonahTurkeyTrotandDrums...

Trophies/awards to:
Top 3 overall male and female winners
Top 3 male and female in the following age groups: 10 & under, 11-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & over

Race Contact Info
If you have any questions about this race, please contact the race director at wenonahturkeytrot@gmail.com

Monday (A Day)

Tuesday (B Day)

Wednesday (A Day)

• Noon Dismissal
• Football 5:30 vs Woodbury

11/20-21: 2:37, 3:24, 4:30, 5:45

11/22: 12:00

Regular Late Runs Resume 11/27

STEM Drones/Aviation students had an inquiry activity on weight and balance in aviation to explore principles. With meter sticks and masses, students investigated weight distribution and the effects on the stability of planes and drones. Students determined the center of gravity for the meter stick and collected data on the distances required to balance two uneven masses. The data was utilized to calculate the moment, which is the tendency of an object to rotate. Students linked this motion to see-saws during the lab investigation. Through calculations, students were able to determine why the masses balanced out. The activity allowed students to apply principles of weight and balance to real-world scenarios with planes and drones. The calculations and topics are part of the preparation for the Part 107 Content Knowledge exam.

On Tuesday, November 14th, the Gateway Book Club visited the Philadelphia Animal Welfare Society's Old City Adoption Center, as a reward for raising more than $1000 for PAWS! The students were able to interact with adorable adoptable cats Annabelle, Juno, Maia and Kitster, and learn about the great work PAWS does saving Philadelphia's homeless and unwanted animals. With an extra stop at the Franklin Fountain for a delicious treat, the students enjoyed the rewards of community service and a job well done!

Our Fall Play is proud to announce "Breakfast with Buddy and Friends," which will take place on December 2nd at 10am. Kids and parents of all ages are invited to eat breakfast, make crafts, watch a preview of the show, and take pictures with the cast. Word has it that SANTA might even be making an appearance (I KNOW HIM!).

Lions are known throughout the world for their work to improve the lives of the visually impaired and prevent avoidable blindness.

It is only through the kindness of our eyeglasses donors that we can offer the gift of sight to those in need. You can drop off your eyeglasses or unopened contact lenses in the main office.

Deadlines extended!

Last call for Senior baby pictures will be Wednesday, November 8th! Please email to yearbook@gatewayhs.com

Sibling pictures will take place on Thursday, December 14th in the lecture hall from 8am-12:30pm. These pictures will appear in the yearbook! Deadline to fill out the form for an appt is Wednesday, November 8th! So far we have 10 responses and we know there are about 35-40 seniors with siblings at Gateway. Students must be logged into their Gateway email address to complete this form.

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Did you know all of the photos Lors takes are available to view and purchase at https://lorsstudio.smugmug.com/? From there you can search for Gateway Regional by clicking the "find my school" button and select the 2023-24 school year to view pictures from photographed events like sports, homecoming, senior group/buddy pictures, and even prom & graduation later in the year! These photos make great gifts AND our school gets a portion of the sales to support our yearbook program.

HS YEARBOOK - Currently on sale HERE . $85 and 4 free icons with the purchase of personalization. Yearbook ads are also on sale, don't forget to purchase.

MS YEARBOOK - Currently on sale HERE . $35 and 4 free icons with the purchase of personalization.

Any questions, please Mrs. Fayer at sfayer@gatewayhs.com

The French Club is selling Poinsettias from the Wenonah Greenhouses for $16 each. See attached flyer for details. If a French Club student has not yet contacted you to order, please email Kim Karwoski (kkarwoski@gatewayhs.com) and I will put you in touch with a Club member to get your order in. Orders are due Tuesday 12/5 and they will be delivered to Gateway Friday, 12/8.

The Chomp writer, Jack Patrick, grade 11, was republished on Nov. 15th in Follow South Jersey. In honor of Native American Heritage month in November, Jack wrote "Landback: A Movement Misunderstood."

https://followsouthjersey.com/2023/11/15/landback-a-movement-misunderstood/

This week, the middle school students will be piloting a new program called adaptive scheduler. This new program is designed to enhance CHOMP Time by giving students choice over where they go during that block of time. Academic support will still be available for students who need extra help or to make up assignments.

Jason Zheng gets to spend time solving hard computer issues with Chief Technology Officer, Tony Pizi. Jay Barber attended the first meeting with the Wenonah Arts Collective.

Big thank you to Kat Baer from Appel Farm arts and Music Center who taught the senior interns the ins and outs of social media for marketing and public relations.

Kat also gave real examples of how inappropriate social media has closed career doors for some people. Social media is a tool and should be used responsibly. Thank you, Kat!

Do you have big plans after graduation? We want to hear about your acceptance: College or University, Trade or Career Program, or Armed Forces of the United States. Please email Dr. Pierro with your acceptance letter. We would like to give you the recognition you deserve in the newsletter and morning announcements!

Jacob Garrett, Alex Horwitz & Aiden Norton representing the Gators at tonight’s Tri County-Colonial Conference Senior Soccer All-Star Game.

When: Saturday, November 25th at 10am
Where: GRHS stadium
Bring blue & white shirts, cleats & water! Spread the word!

Athletes must have a current sports physical exam on file in the Nurse's Office. Physicals are good for one year from the date of your last physical.

Step 1: If you DO NOT have a valid physical, have the Physical Form completed by a doctor and submit to Mrs. Perdicaro in the Main Office.

If you DO have a valid physical on file, complete the Update Form and submit to the Main Office.

Step 2: Parents or guardians must complete and submit the Online Registration Form.

TO ENSURE THAT YOU ARE CLEARED FOR THE START OF TRYOUTS, ALL PAPERWORK SHOULD BE SUBMITTED BY FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 3RD!