NHS PRINCIPAL’S
NEWSLETTER
Newsletter:
Spring
Issue 3
Spring 2014 Message
Greetings from NHS!
We find ourselves moving toward June and the culmination of the 2013-2014
academic year. April 1st saw NHS celebrating the World Language Honors Society
Induction- the start of the scholastic awards season. In May we will be hosting the National Honor
Society Induction ceremony as well as the Spring Instrumental Concert, Spring Choral Festival as
well as the Creative Arts show. Please check the website calendar for the date and times. Other
major events in May include the annual Relay for Life event on May 16th, Class elections on May
28th with the Car Show on the same date.
May Testing- NHS will be following the AP testing calendar from May 5th through the 16th and will
run the End Of Course Biology Tests on May 20th and 21st. PARCC field tests will also be
administered throughout the month. Speaking of the PARCC, the Nutley District Communication
Team will be hosting a Q&A session on the PARCC on May 8th at 6PM in the JWMS Media
Center. Staff will be available to facilitate discussion and answer questions for district parents. I
encourage you to attend!
Spirit Week- April saw NHS participate in the Student Council sponsored Spirit week. Themes
included Maroon and Gray Day, Class Color Day, and 80’s Day. In addition to the Decathlon
sporting event (won by the Senior Class), there was an Academic Decathlon (won by the
Sophomore Class) and, in conjunction with National Poetry Month, a poetry-writing contest
sponsored by the English Department – please read the award winning entries below!
As always, we are proud of our students and staff as they always rise to challenges both in and out
of the classroom.
NATIONAL MERIT SCHOLARS FINALISTS! - Congrats to Amy Zheng and Melissa Hollfelder for
earning this prestigious award! Amy will be attending either Rutgers or John Hopkins in the fall to
pursue a medical degree. Melissa will be attending Northeastern University on a full scholarship to
pursue a career in chemical engineering. Kudos to both students- products of the Nutley Schools
System- you make us proud!
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Spring 2014 Message cont.
The Nutley High Raider Nation is in the midst of a successful Spring Season with all teams
competing at top level, please read up on the Athletic highlights.
Kudos Raider Marching Band and Choral Groups!!!! - The Music program recently completed a
barnstorming tour Canada and wowed the competition! - Kudos to Mr. Maiello, Mrs. Monte, Miss
Setzer, Mr. Vallies and Mrs. Card for a job well done and to the Music Boosters and Friends of
Nutley Singers who always provide material and emotional support- it has been a great year for the
program.
Winter Guard dynasty!!! – Congrats to the NHS Winter Guard for
their repeat championship season in the MAC conference –
this is their third championship in six years!!! Kudos to students
Melanie Bucoy, Vivian Vu, Hye-Jo Ahn, Larissa Thiele, Michelle
Melillo, Abigail Kostner, Kimberly Weitzel, Rachel Cordasco, Emely
Chavez and Mrs. Card.
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Inclement Weather - In the event of school closure, delayed opening, or early
dismissal, School Messenger, our automated notification system, will call the
phone number you have provided to us, as well as send a message by email
and text. The School Messenger system will leave a voicemail if no one picks
up the phone. Parents and students may also check the school’s website or
call the school’s main number, 973-661-8832 (press “2” for the high school and
press “0” for the Main Office) You can also listen to local radio stations 1010
Wins or check TV Channels 5 or 7.
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Faculty Member of the Month
Mr. Steve DiGregorio
Mr. Steve DiGregorio is an NHS Social Studies teacher who has been with us for ten years. He
teaches US History and AP Government and Politics and was the Head Football Coach for 8 years.
Steve is an alumnus of Muhlenberg University where he acquired an A/B in History and teaching
certification for LAL and History. He is married and has three sons, Zack, Derrick and Aaron.
Steve was an assistant football coach at Princeton University from 1987 until 1999, mentoring
many scholar-athletes including NFL Coach Jason Garrett and present Princeton Head Football
Coach Bob Suraces. Coaching and teaching were a fit for Steve and that is how he made his way
into teaching. As a student at NHS, Steve played football, wrestled and rowed for the High School
teams. He found inspiration in his Crew coach Mr. Chapman, whose History classes made an
indelible impression. Steve loved the energy Mr. Chapman exuded and the academic demands he
placed on him. Mr. DiGregorio finds himself challenging his students in the same fashion.
Outside of the classroom, Mr. DiGregorio enjoys spending time with his family and is dedicated to
running the Derrick’s Dream charity dedicated to helping facilitate the special needs of his son.
He is also very active in his local school community. He likes listening to the music of Bruce
Springsteen. Steve is an avid reader having just finished Double Down by John Heilemann and
Mark Halperin, a book on the 2012 Election Review:
http://www.amazon.com/Double-Down-Game-Change-2012/dp/1594204403
His favorite historical figures that he admires for their perseverance include:
Martin Luther King Jr.,
Jackie Robinson
Andrew Jackson
His advice to his students is, “Live to learn and learn to live.” His advice for his fellow educators“Keep loving what you do!”
We appreciate those sentiments and are glad that Mr. DiGregorio continues to be a positive
presence dedicated to his craft and to the of students of NHS. Kudos!
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Faculty Member of the Month
Mrs. Cheryl Rossillo
Mrs. Cheryl Rossillo is an NHS English teacher who has been with us since 2002. Previously she
had a career in Radio/TV broadcasting. She has taught every level of English class including
Humanities and Language Arts strategies.
Cheryl is an alumnus of William Paterson University where she acquired a BA in Communications
and an MA in Communication Arts. She received her teaching certification in English and a
Masters in Teaching from Montclair State University and a Supervisors Certificate from New Jersey
City University.
Her favorite aspect of being a teacher is working with students and cultivating a passion and
curiosity for learning within them. She likes watching their progression during the course of the
year and sharing in their success. She credits two NHS teachers for inspiring her to teach. She
thanks Mrs. Graziano for helping her understand and love literature and language. She also thanks
Mr. O’Dell for nurturing her love of the study of history.
Mrs. Rossillo actively contributes to the school community, helping run Professional Development
workshops on writing across the curriculum, participating in the School Safety Team and being on
countless other committees. Mrs. Rossillo was a key chairperson on the recent Middle Schools
Accreditation team- a process that took two years to complete. She also, along with Miss Mabel,
sponsors the NHS Academic team that participates in a variety academic Olympiads across the
state. This past April in conjunction with Spirit Week and National oetry Month, Mrs. Rossillo
facilitated a school-wide poetry contest between the classes.
Outside of the classroom, Mrs. Rossillo enjoys spending time reading and listening to music. Her
favorite authors include:
Umberto Eco
William Shakespeare
She respects Shakespeare for his “sense of
normalcy and pride in his language.” She loves how
he manipulated the written word and tries to instill
that respect in her students.
Her favorite music to listen to is punk rock and her
favorite artists are Bruce Springsteen and Morrissey.
Her advice to her students is, “”Stay focused, ask
questions and use your voice!”
Her advice to fellow educators is, “Everyday
focus on a positive thing to celebrate!”
We appreciate the sentiments and are glad that Mrs. Rossillo is a positive presence and appreciate
her dedication to the students of NHS.
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NHS Students of the Month
Kenny Pena
Kenny is a junior wrestler who was recently chosen to be team captain for the upcoming season.
He was chosen for his quiet leadership and dedication to the sport. After an initial interest in WWE
wrestling as a young child, Kenny was exposed to the finer points of the sport through the Nutley
recreation program. He credits Mr. Ferinde for helping instill a love of the sport.
Kenny believes in helping and supporting others is the key to being a peer leader. He spends
many hours of community service at the Passaic YMCA being a tutor and mentor to small children.
He enjoys being a positive influence in their lives.
Kenny plans on attending college and is actively prepping for his SATs. He would like to pursue a
medical degree and is planning on attending a Summer Program at the Rutgers Medical School.
He enjoys his US History class with Mr. Dwyer- “He keeps the class focused and fun and we
actually apply what we learn.”
He also enjoys Culinary Arts with Mr. Huggins, where Kenny experiments with recipes.
Kenny also is a member of the Student Council, Key Club and the Car Club. He recently was
inducted into the Spanish Honor Society.
Outside school, Kenny keeps busy with a variety of activities centered on weight training and
conditioning for the wrestling program. He helps facilitate off-season workouts for the team. He
also likes reading and watching movies in his spare time.
His advice to his fellow students is as follows: “Make the right decisions and avoid distractions that
can lead to negative results- keep focused on your goals!” Great sentiment!
Congratulations Kenny on your selection as student of the month and for your positive contributions to NHS school community!
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NHS Students of the Month
Lindsay Hargrave
Lindsay is a junior who would likes help others through her writing. She loves writing for the
Maroon and Gray and feels it is important to keep her fellow students informed about what is
occurring within the school. Lindsay has always loved writing and having the ability to disseminate
information to people. Lindsay is inspired by Mrs. Reilly’s tutelage in Journalism class, stating that
she, “provides realistic feedback” with regard to her writing. Lindsay has a goal of attending NYU
after she leaves NHS to start her pursuit of career in Journalism.
Lindsay is a member of the NHS GSA and feels strongly about the advocacy that group provides
in helping generate and sustain a culture of tolerance throughout the building. Lindsay was also
part of this year’s Musical- How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying- and also helped
with the costumes. She also sings in the Concert Choir- one of her favorite things to do in the
course of the day. She is a recent inductee to the Italian Language Honor Society and is a
candidate for the National Honor Society. Lindsay likes her History and English classes, and is
starting to really enjoy Physics with Dr. Naumoff.
Outside of school Lindsay is active with her Church youth group, having recently spent time
performing charity work in Altoona, Pennsylvania. She gained a perspective on poverty in the U.S.
and an appreciation for what she has. She also plays bass and sings in a band affiliated with TK
Music. In her free time she loves to read novels, her favorite being Catcher in the Rye.
Lindsay offers this advice to her fellow students, “Do what you love and always be kind to others!”.
Great sentiments!
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NHS Equestrian!
Nicole Kapusta
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Diversity
by
Justine Ly
(1st place)
She has been recognized by the USEF
High School Equestrian Athlete Program for
her participation in their program. The United
States Equestrian Federation – USEF
recognizes the dedication of equestrians
preparing for competition through practice and
training sessions as similar to other students
in high school athletic programs and
developed this program to honor individual
achievements with a varsity letter in the
student's chosen sport, regardless of the
availability of an equestrian team or club
through their school.
Diversity is not the color of my skin
It is not the shape of my bones
Or the skin draped over them
Like a ratty old curtain
I am not a ratty old curtain
Diversity is the contents of my soul
How the blood courses through my veins
How the oxygen fills my lungs
The butterflies that flutter through my stomach
Nicole has been riding horses since the age
of 5 at the encouragement of her randmother.
She rides out of the West Milford Stables in
Passaic County. Her completions take her
from Connecticut to Virginia. She rides
English style – which is similar to the
Olympic events. Her ultimate goal is to qualify
for the Olympics at one point. She likes the
focus that riding gives her and the opportunity
for stress relief it provides. She can seen
riding her two horses, Steely and Mira in
competition- we will be posting video of her
on the website – keep an eye out!
NHS National Poetry Month CompetitionPlease enjoy the following winning entries
from grades 9 though 12! Thanks to all
students who submitted poems- and thanks to
Mrs. Rossillo and the English Department
for judging the entries—we have great writers
in our midst!
Or the words that claw its way out of my throat
I am diverse in the way I brush my teeth
How I tie my shoes
How I sleep curled in a ball among a sea of blankets
The way I turn a knob on a door
As if I were opening up a fragile gift
Because the doors we open make up who we are
Diversity is not where I was born
It never was the color of my skin
Or the language I speak
It is what I am made of
I am made of stardust
Every part of the universe is fused into my being
I cannot be consumed by the darkness of the night sky
I am a child of the stars
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I am a circle block
I do not fit in the square mold of society
I am a species of butterfly
Only known to the deep jungles of the rain forest
I am a sea creature
Only found on the deep ocean floor
I do not fit in a can of sardines
Do not try to fit me in a can of sardines
Diversity is twenty-six letters
All meshed together
To form an enchanting fairy tale
It is the notes
Played together to form the sweetest symphony
It is the thousands of colors
Any artist would dream of creating
We are all diverse
Not in the color of our skin
Not in the shape of our bones
Not in the language we speak
It is in the way we breathe
The way we move
It is in our blood
In the way we think
Every fiber of our soul
I am diverse
Because every part of me is something different
Every fiber of my being is stitched into my skin
Every ounce of my love is poured into my veins
All the lessons I have learned
Are pieced together in a puzzle
Every winding path I chose
Led me to who I am today
Diversity is what makes my rays of light
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NHS National Poetry Month Competition
Untitled by Aiden Braun (2nd place)
i once was
“those runs are
just a few scans
waiting outside
perfect” she
i was jealous
a room
continued
it continued for
the contents of which
i almost agreed
several months
would determine
until i spent a
it’s been a while
if i could play
few moments
since both incidents
for an ensemble
considering it
and now i realize
and i heard
i once sat next to
it doesn’t matter
a girl say
a player who
if you can play
“wow, i could
had been playing
the fastest passage
never play that”
for many fewer years
ever written
i had the same thought
than i had
at a tempo
until i did a
but he could play almost
bit more pondering
anything in
King Lear poem by Amir Gamil (3rd place)
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NHS National Poetry Month Competition
"Painted Smiles" by Damaris Perez (4th place)
When you contemplate your existence
You hesitate on the answer
And a door is slowly opened
For negativity to creep into the mind
We didn't find the words
The ones to set our tied wings free
To find our place
But such imperfections we have
And such rejection we faced
Ridiculed and abused
Stripped from defenses we placed over our worn hearts
Mocking our battle wounds
Placing useless labels
As we continued to roam as shadows of these radiant people
Beauty hides the pain
Laughter covers their cries
They can smile in your face
But hide away every night
Some can no longer fake these emotions, forever crestfallen
But can anyone hear their lamentation?
Holding on for dear life
On worthless items
As the only source of being able to escape reality
To once more, feel alive
Gender doesn't distinguish
Preferences shouldn't determine anything
Looks are extremely deceiving
As the eyes show the truth always within
They scream inside, "We can live!"
Those persecutors have to be wrong
Their words aren't based on facts
Only loathing towards us from their perfection picture contrast
A mockery, a mockery!
Fear piercing the remaining fragments of our hearts
Screaming about the pain this world placed upon us
However, to the outside world, is only silent cries
So who are they to judge?
Who are they to mock our names?
To daunt our unreachable dreams
So what gives them the right to call us freaks?
When we're all part of this circus
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NHS National Poetry Month Competition
Entropy: a doctrine of inevitable degeneration by Luca Farrell (honorable mention)
Still trying to finish a poem that
Might end up meaning something to some
one, press pen to page and then and then...
Still nothing flows through my vessel that could
Give order to these half-formed thoughts
Pulsating blue-shifted will o' the wisp
Still trying to read a poem that starts
"Still trying to finish a poem that"
And maybe I'll never get to the end
But why do I need to anyway, if
It won't satisfy me anyway in
A way that will be satisfying to
me ,so
Phase two I wake
up and realize
this doesn't
feel good anymore nothing ever did really
Palindromic obfuscation of
meaning, sacrificed for patterns
patterns for sacrifice (of) meaning
unreal this is not real
we are on the edge of a tesseract
when
did
we
lose
structure and order and sleep in the mist and volumes of academia and
understanding, nothing left to understand when
I understand that I understand nothing
anyway
And in the end
did it really
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NHS National Poetry Month Competition
The Man, The Leader, The Bleeder by Hernandez, Jose Rafael (honorable mention)
A drop of scarlet in a pond,
Staining, dancing to the undulation.
The tears of many were reborn;
Died had the man of adulation.
He was considered of great stature,
Of his country an infallible leader.
Eyes yet seemed not capture
The evil growing thus hither.
Diaz' speeches lit hearts on fire,
Though on fire lived only his.
Soon had the leader acquired power,
But love was mistaken for bliss.
Years followed for men to see,
Death became the flagrant answer;
At last the men felt free,
As blood became a dancer.
Alas! If he was more man than leader,
Diaz then would not be the bleeder.
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Allergy Season is approaching. If you suffer from seasonal allergies, here are some tips to help
minimize your body’s reaction to pollen:
1). Avoid being out of doors on very windy days when the pollen is blowing around. Rain
storms help to clear pollen from the air.
2). Wear a dust mask when you are doing outdoor activities.
3). Watch or listen to weather forecast to determine what the pollen count is. Take any allergy
medications before your symptoms start.
4). Avoid outdoor activity when pollen counts are highest.
5). Try over the counter remedies to help with symptoms. Antihistamines relieve sneezing,
itching, runny nose and watery eyes, decongestants help with nasal stuffiness. Use saline
nasal sprays to help rinse the pollen from your nasal passages. Do this regularly to help
minimize your reaction.
For further information see:
www.mayoclinic.com/health/seasonal-allergies
May is:
· National Bike Month
· National Physical Fitness and Sports
· Mental Health Awareness Month
· Healthy Vision Month
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Departmental Students of the Month
The following students have been nominated by each department for displaying good citizenship,
responsibility, respect, and trustworthiness in the classroom, in addition to being positive contributors.
BUSINESS/CREATIVE ARTS
Desmond Ashby
Jonathan Caplan
Melissa Hollfelder
ENGLISH
Jose Hernandez
Marlena Cugliari
MATH
Luke Michels
PHYSICAL EDUCATION & HEALTH
Dante Vocaturo
Samantha Magill
SOCIAL STUDIES
Nicolette Contella
Vincent Sacco
Sarah Roselli
SCIENCE
Amy Ciminnisi
Jamie Myre
WORLD LANGUAGE
Kathryne Macaluso
Katerina Robles
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DEPARTMENTAL HIGHLIGHTS
Social Studies
The Archaeology classes will be taking a field trip to the Metropolitan Museum of Art to examine
artifacts from the ancient Mediterranean world. The Sociology classes are beginning work on
their end of the year projects. These require the students to apply sociological theories and
concepts studied during the course of the year to the design of a model school.
Science
ScienceHappenings:
-Zoology club is headed to IBSP with Dr. Wnek to release the terrapins we have been raising for
the entire year.
-Essex County CSI unit was in to give presentations to Mrs. Stark-Houck's Forensic Science
classes and show forensic analysis equipment.
-2014 Merck Science Day Test will take place in early May.
Been a busy month in FPA, pictures to follow:
Fine and Performing Arts
Congratulations on these tremendous accomplishments:
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NHS Chamber Singers and JHWMS Concert Choir performed in Lincoln Center
Cast and Crew of How To Succeed in Business
NHS Winterguard—MAC Scholastic AA CHAMPIONS!!!
Region Concert Band Festival
NHS Concert Band—Gold Metal
NHS Wind Ensemble—Silver Metal
Region Jazz Festival
NHS Jazz Band—Silver Metal, 2 Best section awards; 3 Best soloist awards:
Andrew Roberts, Patrick Dudasik, Luca Farrell
 Good luck in the State Finals!!!
And to Mrs. Monte, who is expecting!
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DEPARTMENTAL HIGHLIGHTS cont.
Fine and Performing Arts cont.
There are pictures of the students working in a clinic with a string professor from Vanier college
in Montreal, them performing for the public, as well as pictures of all 4 music teachers at the
Notre Dame Basilica in Montreal, and a picture of Mr. Vallies, Raen See, and Myself outside the
Notre Dame Basilica before her performance with the Men's choir.
CONGRATULATIONS on the
NAMM Award
Nutley has once again been designated as a
Best Community for Music Education.
While earning this distinction seems to be a perennial event, it bears
repeating this is a tremendous accomplishment for our schools and community, and is a testament to all your
professionalism and dedication to your craft and your students.
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DEPARTMENTAL HIGHLIGHTS cont.
World Language
On April 1, 2014, 75 Students were inducted into WL Honor Societies:
Italian
French
Hye-Jo Ahn
Karennys Espinosa
Katie Long
Molly Spector-Williams
Monica Figueras
Stephanie Zysk
Mark Mohammed Al Zouibi
Gabriele Biondo
Giulia Catalano
Salvatore Cordaro
Joseph De Lizio
Latina
Amber Berry-Simonis
Brandon Kwan
Jason Dorr
Aiden Braun
Isaak Lindenbaum
Natalie Fariello
Marc Cadag
John McCullough
Santino Gabriele
Brian Coldon
GraceAnn McMillan
Mary Grandinetti
Brianna Connor
Jordyn Perdon
Jessica Gallagher
Brian Devine
Joseph Nichols
Austin Granata
Joseph Forte
Hasnan Shah
Maria Hadjikonstantinou
Abigail Gardener
Lindsay Hargrave
Katherine Hovan
David Jones
Hispanic
Christina Lamberti
Kathryne Macaluso
Alana Meo
Cara Michels
Lia Negra
Tiffany Norona
Teresa Palase
Kristen Palermo
Jamie Reilly
Carly Sceppaguercio
Dragos Stemate
Jenna Stuiso
Jennifer Tapia
Alyssa Tenore
Cindy Wasilczuk
Timothy Yassa
Sherein Abdelhady
Ryan Demgard
Siobain McGonigal
Rebecca Robinson
Haddy Abdelhady
Mariel Escalona
Michael Meechan
Joshua Rochester
Daniel Angelino
Melody Faltas
Margaret Meglio
Alexandra Salinas
Christen Arena
Ivan Flores
Maxwell Melo
Ian Salzman
Zohaeb Atiq
Julianne Fredericks
Marisa Modica
Julia Seremba
Janna Baluyot
Samantha Gandionco
Grace Montgomery
Olha Shchur
Sarah Berroa
Ashley Gapuz
Eduardo Montoya
CaraJoy Skelley
Monica Bobila
Naiya Gosai
Ciara Nazaruk
Fares Sukkar
Norma Buster
Cassandra Guarino
Amanda Nowakowski
Nicholas Sullivan
Louise Callanta
Samantha Haddock
Jenna O'Halloran
Thuy Tong
Jonathan Caplan
Kelly Huegel
Eugene Oh
Maria Torsiello
Melissa Casale
Joseph Iannini
Alysse Palestina
Erin Toye
Sydney Casale
Danielle Jeffers
Brian Parigi
Olivia Tran
Kimberly Constantino
Abha Jhaveri
Nathan Peraino
Nicolette Turano
Courtney Conte
Carly Joaquin
Nicholas Perrone
David Villa
Marin Contini
Emily Lawton
Timothy Render
Brigitte Vuong
Brittany Currie
Janica Alec Limpin
Tori Reyes
Nikki Wong
Kelly D'Aiuto
Josephina Lombardi
Andrew Roberts
Allyson Zeiher
Mallory DelMauro
Alejandra Matallana
Angela Matichak
Amy Zheng
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Media TV News
LIGHTS – CAMERA – ACTION!
AV/MEDIA NEWS
Radio/TV Production III – Students applying remote and post-production skills with John Walker
Middle School Art Instructor, Ms. Rizzi. In a collaborative effort students produced “ A Day In Clay”
on April 8th. This production displays expertise in content composition and technical application. The
production will be as a documentary later this month. Senior production group: Megan Kievit, Kaleigh
Barr, Joe Panico, Kelli D’Auito, Chris Pena and Alana Meo should be commended for their
production skills and FCC standards.
Radio/TV Production II- Students have kicked off an extensive media campaign as part of the
Champion Schools Program. Students are applying innovative marketing and storyboard design
in a statewide competition. Working with state survivors and advocate leaders, they will be collaborating on a Public Service documentary on “distractive driving”. The final production will be
aired on June 7th in a competition in Freehold New Jersey.
Radio/TV Production I- Kudos to production team Dante Intindola, Dante Vocaturo and TV II
camera technician, Dan Ortiz on their coverage of our Faculty/Student basketball game. Can be
seen at nutleyschools.org
Congratulations to NHS-TV III Senior Producer, Erin Toye. Her PSA storyboard has earned
honorable mention in the State Alcohol and Beverage Commission “Proms and Alcohol Don’t
Mix.” She will be recognized at the Governor’s Awards Ceremony in June. KUDOS to Erin!
ALUMNI NEWS - Congratulations to former Raider Nation News Anchor, Shannon Feher Class of 2010. She was the lead field reporter airing on ESPNU during March Madness seen
coast to coast nationally.
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NHS Athletic Director’s Ring
Athletic Highlights
Students and parents should be aware of the rules for athletic eligibility entering into the
second semester. Click here for more information:
http://www.nutleyschools.org.schools.bz/userfiles/185/Classes/6466/NHS%20Athletic%
20and%20Co-Curricular%20Eligibility-1.pdf
Crew- Girls lightweight 8 silver medals at state championships and qualified for nationals. Also
making the finals at state champs were boys lightweight 4, boys junior 4, and girls junior 4. All 3
of these crews are still eligible to qualify for national championships. Girl’s senior 4, junior 4, and
boys lightweight 4 earned medals at the Metropolitan Youth Speed Orders in April. The team also
earned 5 medals at Mercer Sprints.
Baseball- Record 10-8, they are advancing to quarterfinals of Greater Newark Tournament playing West Essex on May 8th, after beating West Orange4-0 in the first round, where pitcher, Sean
Rodrigues, got 10 strikeouts.
Golf- Record 7-3. The team will be competing in the State Tournament on May 12th.
Lacrosse- Record: 8-7, played a tough game against Caldwell in the first round of the County
Tournament but lost in the end. They will be playing in the Finals of the Avis Cup on Wednesday,
May 7th.
Softball- Record: 10-8, played Newark Academy in the first round of the County Tournament and
won 10-0 where Pitcher, Emily Holden, threw a no-hitter. They are advancing to quarterfinals of
Essex County Tournament playing Verona on May 10th.
Boy’s Tennis- Record: 5-9, Dragos Stemate (#1 Singles) has been playing great and recently
beat his opponent from Glen Ridge. Ian Salzman (#2 singles) played a 4-hour, 3-set match
against Cedar Grove and pulled out the win for the team. Ryan Demgard and Steven Delgrande
(#1 doubles) are the best winning combination on the team.
Track and Field- Record 2-0, Lia Negra and Grace Montgomery were Essex
County Relay Champions in Javelin. Rob Melillo and Frank Ferrara silvered in
the Essex County Relay in Javelin. Meghan and Grace Montgomery broke
the school relay record for javelin and Grace broke her own Nutley High School
record. Both boys and girls were Essex County distance medley relay medalists.
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Athletes of the Month
Kyle Cresci
He has emerged as a team leader for the Nutley Raider Baseball team.
Kyle is hitting at a .350 clip,with 14 hits that include 3 doubles and a HR.
Kyle has also pitched well this season, getting 13 strikeouts in 16 innings
pitched.
Emily Holden
After suffering what appeared to be a severe hamstring sprain in a
state game last season, Emily Holden underwent major surgery this
past Halloween. Not sure if she would be able to return at all this
season Emily’s determination and hard work paid off as she has not
only started every game this season, she has taken over the pitching
load the past few weeks and has become a force both in the circle
and at the plate.
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Club News
KEY CLUB
The Key Club has a busy winter season despite the terrible weather. In February we read to
children at Radcliffe School extended day on Wednesday afternoons in our “Read to Lead”
program. This program is to encourage literacy and a love of reading. We also had an
awesome bake sale with brownies, cupcakes, and cookies, the proceeds were used to by
bagels for the blood drive and four our scholarship fund. On March 1st some members of the
Key Club showed their Irish spirit and marched in the Nutley St. Patrick’s Day Parade. In
addition on March 25th Key Club organized our annual blood drive in the small gym. 130
Juniors and Seniors donated 113 units of blood, which saved 339 lives. We thank all the brave
heroes who donated their blood!
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Key Club's motto is "Caring ...our way of life" and our members are always living up to this motto.
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International Business Practice Firm
A business practice firm is a simulated business that mirrors the actual business environment of
the real world. The class has set up a cyber business by the name of DORM DEPOT, which
functions like a “real business”, by cooperating with other business practice firms domestically
and internationally. Linked by technology, each company conducts all operations necessary to
run a business: finance, purchasing, marketing and human resources.
The students conducted all steps necessary to start a business by choosing the business name,
mission statement, logo and slogan. Throughout the year, they created a business plan, company catalog, flyers and pamphlets to advertise our firm and sell our items. In addition to monitoring the finances of Dorm Depot, each student receives a “virtual paycheck” for their position.
From their funds, students must manage their own bills monthly by paying rent for their apartment, utilities, car loans, medical bills, entertainment, clothing and personal care items. In addition, they must set aside 10% of their salary for their savings accounts.
The culminating event for the class includes participation in a trade show in NYC with firms from
around the world, including Austria, Israel, Romania and England. To prepare for the trade
show, students conducted fundraising in order to purchase promotional items, shirts, order forms
and decorations. A huge portion of our sales for the year are made at the trade show. The class
enjoyed meeting students from other countries and cultures and learned all the benefits of great
salesmanship for a successful show.
NHS International Business Practice Firm @ The Armory, NYC
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Senior Class
PROM-Birchwood Manor Friday, June 13, 2014 @ 7pm
Pre-Graduation Ceremony 4pm Students
Only Senior Courtyard-June 25
GRADUATION COMMENCEMENT
June 25, 2014 @ 6pm