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Dear Parents/Guardians, Some important happenings at the MHS: Seniors and parents/guardians of seniors should consider looking at the scholarship opportunity provided by the Elks. Please  see this link for more information: https://www.elks.org/scholars/scholarships/MVS.cfm 10/31/18: There is a short session on Halloween with an in-service training in the afternoon for our staff. Reminder: dress code in effect on Halloween. Sorry, no masks, costume make-up or costumes. Looking ahead: There will be Bake Sales after school for the Class of 2023 on 11/7 and 11/15! Ice cream, cookies, etc. for sale! 11/7/18: We will be opening the parent scheduler in Parent Access for parent/teacher conferences. The scheduler will close on 11/14/18. Please contact the school if you have any difficulties scheduling conferences so we can assist. It is important parents schedule meetings ahead of time. Showing up either day without a time scheduled will most likely result in not being able to meet with a teacher. Each meeting is five minutes long. If more time will be needed, please feel free to schedule a  parent/teacher conference anytime during the year. To schedule a meeting, simply reach out to your child's teacher or counselor. This link will take you to some tips from the NEA on how parents can prepare for parent/teacher conferences;  I hope you find them helpful: http://www.nea.org/home/60103.htm The Class of 2023 will have a fundraiser on Build Your Own Burger night at Bubba's 33 on Nov. 12th from 4-10pm. Print the flyer that is located on the Class of 2023 Advisor page on our school website or ask your child for a flyer from Mr. G. 11/8/18 through 11/12/18: School closed for NJEA Conference and Veteran's Day 11/13/18: First day of marking period two and there is a PTO meeting in the evening. 11/19/18: Short session with evening parent/teacher conferences  11/20/18: Short session with afternoon parent/teacher conferences. 11/21/18: Short session the day before Thanksgiving 12/14/18: We have moved the Homecoming Dance to December 14, 2018. 12/15/18: The Friends of South Amboy Basketball Games. If you have any questions, please reach out to the school so we can assist you. Thank you, Dr. McCabe  
Posted by pmccabe  On Oct 28, 2018 at 7:48 AM
  
 Dear Parents/Guardians, Some important happening at the MHS: 10/25/18: Halloween Dance for Middle School. 10/26/18: PTO Pumpkin Painting along with our famous Haunted Hallway. Looking ahead: 10/31/18: There is a short session on Halloween with an in-service training in the afternoon for our staff. Reminder: dress code in effect on Halloween. Sorry, no masks, costume make-up or costumes. 11/8/18 through 11/12/18: School closed for NJEA Conference and Veteran's Day 11/13/18: First day of marking period two and there is a PTO meeting in the evening. 11/19/18: Short session with evening parent/teacher conferences (We will open our parent scheduler ahead of time to allow parents to schedule appointments via Parent Access) 11/20/18: Short session with afternoon parent/teacher conferences. 11/21/18: Short session the day before Thanksgiving 12/14/18: We have moved the Homecoming Dance to December 14, 2018. If you have any questions, please call the school so we can assist you.   Thank you, Dr. McCabe
Posted by pmccabe  On Oct 21, 2018 at 10:08 AM
  
Dear Parents/Guardians, As you may already be aware, the State of New Jersey has taken steps to protect the rights of students who are transgender. A transgender student is a student whose gender identity and/or gender expression differs from those typically associated with the sex and gender assigned at birth. The policy of the South Amboy Board of Education is in keeping with the State law and is designed to provide a student centered approach toward working with anyone who is considering transition, transitioning or has transitioned. The percentage of students nationwide who are transgender ranges from 1% to 3% depending on the study cited. This demographic also has higher incidence of depression and suicide than most; thus, the need to ensure appropriate supports are put in place is warranted. As quoted in our policy: The South Amboy Board of Education believes that a school culture that supports student achievement, respects the values of all students, and fosters understanding of gender identity and expression within the school community is a safe learning environment. New Jersey law and district policy require that all programs, activities, and employment practices be free from discrimination based on sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Therefore, in keeping with these mandates, the board is committed to creating a safe learning environment for all students and to ensure that every student has equal access to all school programs and activities. The board believes that fostering this understanding successfully requires cooperation and good communication between the parents/guardians, school administration, school staff and the school community. The chief school administrator shall ensure that students with gender identity or expression concerns and their parents/guardians shall be given the opportunity to discuss these issues and participate in the educational planning and programming for their student. The chief school administrator may consult the experiences and expertise of qualified school staff as well as external resources where appropriate. To proactively plan for a safe learning environment free of discrimination and harassment, students and parents/guardians of students with gender identity and expression concerns are encouraged to alert the school district and schedule a meeting with the chief school administrator or designee. Upon request, the chief school administrator or designee shall schedule a meeting with the parent/guardian and the student for the purpose of evaluating the needs of the student and planning any accommodations that may be considered to facilitate a respectful and comfortable school program that supports the student's achievement. The board believes the responsibility for determining a student's gender identity rests with the student or, in the case of young students not yet able to advocate for themselves, with the parent. Therefore, the board will accept a student's assertion of his or her gender identity when there is consistent and uniform assertion of the gender identity, or other evidence that the gender identity is sincerely held as a part of the student's core identity. The board will not question or disregard the assertion of a student's gender identity. However, the board authorizes the chief school administrator or designee to question a student's asserted gender when there is a credible basis for believing the student's gender identity is being asserted for some improper purpose. Given the above, areas that can come into question for a transgender student have to do with restroom and locker room use. The approach the district will take is as follows: The district aims to support transgender students while also ensuring the safety and comfort of all students. The chief school administrator together with the parents/guardians, student and other qualified staff or consultants shall evaluate options for the use of restrooms and lock
Posted by pmccabe  On Oct 17, 2018 at 12:50 PM
  
Dear Parents/Guardians, A reminder that on Wednesday, 10/17/18, we have makeup photos for students who missed our first photo day or had a problem with their last photo. This will be during periods one and two.  If your child needs a retake, it is requested that the old photos are returned. We also have 8th grade cap and gown photos. This will be during period three. Thank you, Dr. McCabe Principal 
Posted by pmccabe  On Oct 16, 2018 at 12:07 PM
  
Dear Parents/Guardians, Some important happenings at the MHS: 10/17/18: Make up photos and 8th grade cap and gown photos 10/18/18: We will have a Girls Summit for our Middle School Girls in our auditorium. This important event is brought to our   school by the The Middlesex County Board of Chosen Freeholders, The Middlesex County Office of Human Services and The   Middlesex County Commission on Child Abuse and Missing Children. The theme of the Summit is to empower young girls by   enhancing positive decision-making skills and avoiding at risk behaviors, while increasing self-esteem and knowledge of future educational opportunities. A flyer and agenda were forwarded with last week's email. Senior Class: Disney payment #5 is due Oct. 26, amount- $200. Please see Ms. Sherman if you have any   questions.  Looking ahead: 10/25/18: Halloween Dance for Middle School 10/26/18: PTO Pumpkin Painting along with our famous Haunted Hallway. 10/31/18: There is a short session on Halloween with an in-service training in the afternoon for our staff. Reminder: dress code in effect on Halloween. Sorry, no masks, costume make-up or costumes. 11/8/18 through 11/12/18: School closed for NJEA Conference and Veteran's day 11/13/18: PTO meeting 11/19/18: Short session with evening parent/teacher conferences (We will open our parent scheduler ahead of time to allow parents to schedule appointments via Parent Access) 11/20/18: Short session with afternoon parent/teacher conferences. 11/21/18: Short session the day before Thanksgiving Community Event:The South Amboy Youth Organization and the City of South Amboy are sponsoring a Halloween Dance on 10/19/18 for students in grades 5th, 6th and 7th. A flyer was sent out last week.   If you have any questions, please give the school a call. Thank you, Dr. McCabe Principal 
Posted by pmccabe  On Oct 14, 2018 at 8:11 AM
  
Dear Parents/Guardians, We had a report of Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease at the Middle/High School. In addition we have also had a report of head lice. Please be assured we have taken all necessary steps to control these concerns. We will continue to monitor the situation closely. We request that Parents/Guardians become familiar with the prevention and symptoms related to these health matters. I have included links to the Center for Disease Control for your review. For information about Head Lice, please go to this website: https://www.cdc.gov/parasites/lice/head/ For information about Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease, please go to this website: https://www.cdc.gov/hand-foot-mouth/ If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact our school nurse. Thank you, Dr. McCabe
Posted by pmccabe  On Oct 11, 2018 at 6:11 AM
  
Dear Parents/Guardians, Some important happenings at the MHS: Interims: they are now available on Parent Access.  School is closed on Monday for Columbus Day. The Senior Class Yankee Candle Fundraiser is underway! Deadline for orders is Thursday, Oct. 11th.  Senior Class: Disney payment #5 is due Oct. 26, amount- $200. Please see Ms. Sherman if you have any   questions.  PSATs for our 10th graders on Wednesday. Looking ahead: 10/17/18: Make up photos and 8th grade cap and gown photos 10/18/18: We will have a Girls Summit for our Middle School Girls in our auditorium. There is a flyer and agenda sent out with my weekly email. This important event is brought to our school by the The Middlesex County Board of Chosen Freeholders, The Middlesex County Office of Human Services and The Middlesex County Commission on Child Abuse and Missing Children. The theme of the Summit is to empower young girls by enhancing positive decision-making skills and avoiding at risk behaviors, while increasing self-esteem and knowledge of future educational opportunities. 10/25/18: Halloween Dance for Middle School 10/26/18: PTO Pumpkin Painting along with our famous Haunted Hallway. 10/31/18: There is a short session on Halloween with an in-service training in the afternoon for our staff. Reminder: dress code in effect on Halloween. Sorry, no masks, costume make-up or costumes. 11/19/18: Short session with evening parent/teacher conferences (We will open our parent scheduler ahead of time to allow parents to schedule appointments via Parent Access) 11/20/18: Short session with afternoon parent/teacher conferences. Community Event:The South Amboy Youth Organization and the City of South Amboy are sponsoring a Halloween Dance on 10/19/18 for students in grades 5th, 6th and 7th. Please see flyers attached to my weekly email for more information  If you have any questions, please give the school a call. Thank you, Dr. McCabe Principal 
Posted by pmccabe  On Oct 07, 2018 at 10:38 AM