Hello, REDHAWKS!

I hope you all had a wonderful weekend! With December upon us, we have three full weeks ahead of us before the gift of some rest and relaxation. Let's work together towards our goals and enjoy some school spirit!

Some highlighted items in this week's Newsletter include:

• Final Day for School Photos - Including Final Opportunity for Senior Portraits
• Ice Cream Social - hosted by the Sophomore Class - December 8th
• PHS Fall Drama - 12 Angry Jurors - December 8th, 9th, and 10th
• 1st Ever Battle of the Classes - Deck the Halls - December 18th

This week's newsletter also includes additional reminders and opportunities to get involved. Please take some time to review the newsletter to keep informed about what's happening at PHS.

Feel free to reach out to us with any questions you may have.

With REDHAWK Pride,

Melissa Carucci, Principal

December 4th & 5th - Final Senior Portraits/Underclassmen RETAKES

December 8th - Ice Cream Social

December 8th & 9th - PHS Fall Drama (7:00 pm)

December 10th - PHS Fall Drama (2:00 and 7:00)

December 12th - Winter Concert - 7pm

December 18th - Battle of the Classes - Deck the Halls

December 22nd - 1/2 day

December 26th - 29th - School Closed

January 1st - School Closed

January 15th - School Closed

The Drumbeat, PHS's school newspaper, is happy t share that we are now an online publication!

Welcome to our online publication of the Parsippany High School Literature and Art Magazine, Totem. Totem has a rich history at PHS, and we are proud to introduce this website as our first step into the digital age. Totem is more than a collection of art and writing samples presented at the end of the year- it is the experience of creative minds coming together, to leave their creative footprint behind for future REDHAWKS. All art and literature posted on this site are from the students at PHS. This is Totem.

Below, please find the form for ordering your cap & gown. The gowns are different than years past, so you MUST purchase a new one; you CANNOT use a gown from a sibling that has graduated.

Please place your order by December 1st!!!! (The earlier, the better!)

If you have any questions, please reach out to Mrs. Hakim or Mrs. DeGironimo

This week we have added an additional level of safety and convenience through the implementation of student and staff identification cards. Please see the student expectations and code of conduct policy for ID violations:

Expectations:

• Student IDs and lanyards must be worn around the neck at all times while in the building. This is a safety procedure and must be followed to assure the safety of everyone in the building.

• The student name and picture on the ID must not be defaced or destroyed.

  
  

• During PE and certain labs/experiments/activities, teachers may direct students to remove it. Students must make sure to put it back on when they leave class and are in the hallway.

  
  

• Each student will receive one ID and lanyard free of charge.

ID Violations

• Refusal or forgetting to wear your ID in the building is a violation of the Code of Conduct Policy and will result in appropriate disciplinary consequences under “Failure to Follow Procedures”.

• First Offense (lunch detention), Second Offense (two detentions), Third Offense (Saturday Detention)

• If an ID or lanyard is lost, a new ID and lanyard must be purchased by the student. While the new ID/lanyard is being produced, students will receive a temporary ID sticker to wear through the main office.

• IDs can be purchased in the main office
• ID or Lanyard - $3.00 each
• ID & Lanyard - $5.00

Thank you for your cooperation and commitment to the safety and orderly operation of our building.

PARSIPPANY HIGH SCHOOL PTSA

2023-2024 Meeting Dates

Mondays, Sep 18th, Nov 13th, Jan 22nd, Mar 25th, and May 13th

Dear Parents and Guardians,

Welcome to the 23-24 school year! We hope that you will consider becoming a member of PHS PTSA!

As a non-profit organization, we request your support in two ways:

1. Become a PTSA member. It’s only $10.00/person, and it is obligation-free. Participation or attendance at meetings is not required.

2. Contribute to our family donation fundraising program: a one-time contribution of $30 per PHS family.

In order to be eligible to apply for a senior scholarship, families must be BOTH paid PTA members and have contributed to the family donation fundraiser all 4 years of high school.

We are accepting payments online and by check. PLEASE do not send cash.

Payments can be accepted via our Memberhub site https://phsredhawks.new.memberhub.store/store. There is no fee for it. Payments by check can be mailed to PHS PTSA, 309 Baldwin Road, Parsippany, NJ 07054 or send it with your child for them to drop at the mail office in an envelop marked PTSA Membership.

Please join us at our first PTSA meeting on Monday, Sept 18th, at 7:15pm, in the quiet room next to the media center.

Please email parhighPTA@gmail.com if you are not currently on the email list for your child’s specific grade.

Thank you for your continued support,

Liz Kadian

Liz Kadian, PHS PTSA President parhighPTA@gmail.com or 201-264-9089

If sending a check, please complete the tear-off form below and mail it with your membership dues and family donation (Please write one check payable to PHS PTSA)

Join us for an insightful Drama Booster Club meeting where we'll discuss exciting updates, upcoming events, and opportunities for involvement in the drama program. Your presence is invaluable as we shape the future of the arts at our school.

Date: November 28th
Time: 7:00 pm
Location: Room 202

Agenda:

• Welcome and Introductions
• Upcoming Drama Production Details
• help with tickets sales
• concession stand sales
• candy gram sales
• Fundraising Initiative
• Volunteer Opportunities
• concession stand donation
• Membership Benefits
• Q&A and Open Forum

Membership Form Attached below:

We've attached the Drama Booster Club Membership Form for your convenience. By becoming a member, you play a crucial role in supporting our drama program and enjoy exclusive benefits.

To attend the meeting, simply join us in Room 202. If you're interested in joining or renewing your Drama Booster Club membership, kindly fill out the attached form and bring it with you to the meeting.

Your passion for the arts is deeply appreciated, and we look forward to sharing these exciting moments with you!

Best regards,
Kavita Rehan
President of Drama Booster Club

Below are the Meeting Dates as well as the Band Booster Membership Form.

October 30, 2023

November 27, 2023

January 29, 2024

February 26, 2024

March 25, 2024

April 29, 2024

May 20, 2024

The New Jersey PTA Reflections contest is a great way to have your talents displayed and recognized! The theme "I am hopeful because..." is so broad and lends itself to so many composition pieces and works of art that I'm confident most of our students can participate. Please take a moment to review the contest rules and consider participating. You can even create a project to work on throughout the summer! Please click the link below to review the presentation.

Please be aware that as of June 1st students will no longer be coming to Guidance to pick them up any more. Students will now need to go on the website: myworkingpapers.nj.gov to register and you will need a code from your employer to complete your papers. See attached flyer!

Please take a moment to review our Student Handbook as we are committed to student safety and providing our students with an exceptional educational experience.

• The first block of the day starts at 7:40. It is important that our students are sitting in their first class by 7:40. If students would like to have breakfast here at PHS, our doors open at 7:10.

• Block 1 begins at 7:40: arriving late (up to 10 minutes) counts as 1/2 an unexcused absence in block 1, arriving late (more than 10 minutes) counts as a FULL unexcused absence in block 1. These add up quickly. Our building opens at 7:10 (breakfast is available).

• Please take a moment to review your child's attendance in Genesis. For a full year course, students are not allowed to exceed 16 unexcused absences. Consistent attendance is the strong indicator of student success in high school. If you have any concerns about your child's attendance, please reach out to Mr. Kelaid or Mr. Bush.
• Student cell phone use is limited to passing time and unit lunch. Students should not be using their cell phones during class time (in or out of the classroom).
• Recording of any individuals while on school campus is a violation of the district policy.
• Our student restrooms are open for use throughout the day. There should be no hanging out in the restrooms. We enforce a limit of 3 students in each restroom at a time. Students should not be entering the restrooms during passing. Student safety is our top priority.
• During school and after school hours, students must be supervised by staff. Students should not be wondering about the building or entering the building if not supervised. After school, students must wait in the cafeteria while waiting to be picked up or take the late bus.
• We will not accept UberEats, DoorDash, GrubHub deliveries during the school day. If your child is in a bind, please reach out to the main office and we will make sure they receive lunch.
• Student IDs are mandatory in the building.
• First Offense (lunch detention), Second Offence (2 lunch detentions), Third Offense (Saturday Detention)
• Lost ID/Lanyards can be purchased in the main office (Lanyard and ID $5.00)
• Should students require additional academic assistance, support is provided throughout the day, during lunch and after school. Please feel free to reach out to your child's teacher, guidance counselor, or Administration to help arrange assistance.

As always, if you have any questions or we can be of any assistance, please reach out to us!

Email: mvcarucci@pthsd.net
Website: https://phs.pthsd.k12.nj.us/
Location: Parsippany High School, Baldwin Road, Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ, USA
Phone: 973-263-7001