10/13/23 HS Newsletter (day 2)
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Please see the newsletter below for the most recent SHHS announcements, school highlights, upcoming events and a list of useful contacts and resources. Have a great day!
TODAY IS DAY 2.
- This is a reminder to all students that we will be operating on an assembly bell schedule TODAY, Friday, 10/13. The day will end with an evacuation drill practice that will be run through your homeroom/community meeting groups.
- The following college representatives will visit with our students TODAY. Please sign up through Naviance.
- Fairfield University at 9:00 AM
- Manhattanville College at 10:00 AM
- Come support our Horsemen at TODAY’s homecoming game, Varsity Volleyball vs Irvington, at 6:15 PM.
- Stop by the EcoFair in Patriots' Park tomorrow from 10am until 2pm - Give aways, games, sustainable products and recycling ideas.
- RiverArts and the Tarrytown Music Hall co-present Ronald K. Brown/EVIDENCE, A Dance Company this fall on Saturday, October 21st at 7:30pm. The show provides a unique perspective of human struggles, tragedies, and triumphs and integrates traditional African dance with spoken word and contemporary choreography. For further information and to purchase $15 tickets at any level use the following link and discount code: DISC_RKB https://tickets.tarrytownmusichall.org/EVIDENCE23.
- The 2023-2024 Math Team will have its first meet after school on Monday Oct. 16th at 3pm in room 209W. The meet is virtual. All our math students are welcome! See Mrs. Hickey with questions!
- Teens Under Construction, Inc. is hosting a job fair tomorrow Saturday, October 14th, 2023, at Westchester Community College. The job fair will be held in partnership with Mrs. Pamela Bodley, author of Job Strategies for Teens, who will provide insights and tips for job seekers. They will also be offering workshops and seminars on interview techniques, resume writing, and other important career-related topics. Click here to register
- The English Honor Society will have its first meeting on Monday, October 16th at 3:05. We will meet in the cafeteria. Attendance is expected. Questions or issues, see Mrs. McChoi in 311 West. Looking forward to seeing you there.
- Attention Seniors!!! Senior Portrait Dates are currently open and available to make appointments: October 19th & 20th, November 8th & 9th, and December 7th. There will be no senior portrait sittings past December 2023. Directions for signup can be found on the Yearbook Google Classroom. If you have any questions or if you have trouble signing up, please reach out to your Yearbook Advisors - Mrs. Katsman (Room 211W) or Mrs. Adamo (Room 210W).
- SHHS Cares is sponsoring a sneaker drive. We are in need of new or gently used sneakers for all ages. All donations are distributed back to the community through the non-profit organization 914Cares. Boxes will be located at the main entrance and by the gym. Please support our club.
- Students interested in joining SPEAR stop by room 300N either before or after school to see Ms. Waczek or email her.
- Are you interested in being a teacher or working with kids? Please join us for our first Take a Look at Teaching meeting this year, on Thursday, 10/26 after school in room 410E. See Mrs. Sarr if you have any questions.
- Attention all students & staff: The fitness center is open Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings at 6:40am for any student or staff member interested in using it. Haven’t ever worked out before or intimidated by the exercise machine thing? No problem Coach/trainer Mr. DiLorenzo is there to help show you and program for you if needed or wanted.
- The SHHS Homework Center is now open Mondays-Fridays from 3:00-4:00 PM in room 300N. We provide homework help, content-specific tutoring, general academic assistance, and snacks. Visit the HW Center today!
- TUFSD Family Cultural Inventory: We're delighted to invite you to participate in our Family Cultural Survey—a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the diverse tapestry of cultures that make each family special and unique. This short survey aims to discover the rich traditions, values, and experiences that shape your family identity so we can accommodate and support your children in our schools. https://forms.gle/b5wWywnjqrhv3qoV6
- Social media tips for parents/guardians from our School Resource Officer, Officer Steven Bencosme:
COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES:
- The Warner Library is looking for volunteers to help out at their book sale in October. Please stop by the main office for more information and to sign up to volunteer.
- The TaSH Farmers Market has opportunities available. Please review and complete the survey that will be emailed to your student email accounts: 2023 TaSH Hand Description + Application
RiverArts is in need of student volunteers (who work in exchange for community service hours) for their many upcoming fall events. All students will be offered tickets to our spring events if they wish to attend, as a way of saying thank you! And students who volunteer for the Ronald K. Brown Dance Company at the Tarrytown Music Hall are invited to stay and watch the performance. Please see the flier below for further details and/or stop by the main office to pick one up.
The Performing Arts Department is proud to announce that we have 6 musicians who have be participating in the NYSSMA Area-All state festival. Congratulations to:
Sasha Marciano, Nina Lyppens, Sumiran Margolis,
Cynthia Pintado, Sydney Chin, & Nola Vercesi
- Our Varsity Girls Soccer team took home the W last night as they celebrated seniors Emily Orellana and Anastasia Mazon at the Homecoming game. The team put on a passing masterclass and netted 5 goals in an exciting victory. Please come support the team Saturday at 12:45 on the HS turf for the last home game of the season.
- Our Varsity Swim team notched another win yesterday against New Rochelle, extending their undefeated streak to 7-0. Next up the team will face Scarsdale on Tuesday, October 17th.
GO HORSEMEN!!
- 10/13 Night Homecoming game for most fall sports (see the athletics schedule)
- 10/13 - Emergency Evacuation Drill - 1:20-3 p.m.
- 10/13 - Interim Reports Available on Parent Portal
- 10/16 - Ryan's Story Assembly for Parents - antibullying/suicide prevention. This is intended for adult audiences. Please do not bring children to this assembly (see flier below for more details)
- 10/17 - Ryan's Story Assembly for students - during school day (see flier below for more details)
- 10/18 - College and Career Readiness Day - 1/2 day for all students (Digital PSATs for grades 9-11; College and Career workshops for grade 12). All students should bring their school-issued Chromebook or laptop to school fully charged.
- 10/19-20 - Senior Portraits (by appointment only)
- 10/24 - National Honor Society Induction - 7 p.m. - HS Auditorium
Principal: Dr. Deborah Brand
(914) 631-8838
Assistant Principal: Daniel Larkin
(914) 631-8838
Assistant Principal: Jessica Perez
(914) 631-8838
Attendance Office: Marjorie Maia (Spanish Speaking)
(914) 332-6205
Guidance Office
(914) 332-6207
Main Office: Joanne Waldron
(914) 631-8838
Main Office: Jessica Castro (Spanish Speaking)
(914) 631-8838
Main Office: Jacqueline Geoghegan
(914) 631-8838
Athletics: Mike Arias
(914) 631-3664
Transportation Office
(914) 332-6259