The East Insider
We hosted a roundtable discussion with Governor Mikie Sherrill,
Commissioner of Education Dr. Lily Laux, and Superintendent Dr. Kwame Morton
on Thursday, October 22, 2026.
Our students did phenomenal job representing our school!
DID YOU KNOW...?
Did you know that if you scroll to the bottom of this newsletter, there are some really great resources?
The link to all of the smore newsletters from this school year is at the bottom of the newsletter every week ( CLICK HERE to see any of the previous East Insider Newsletters). So, if you are looking for something that you saw before, you don't have to search your email for previous smore newsletters. You can just use that link.
Also, some useful websites are posted in the footer of the weekly smore newsletter. Check them out:
IMPORTANT PSAT TESTING DAY INFORMATION
On Thursday, October 29, 2026, the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Qualifying Scholarship Test (PSAT/NMSQT) will be administered to all 10th and 11th grade students, and all Seniors who need to satisfy their state testing graduation assessment requirements at Cherry Hill High School East at no cost to students. All students should report to school by 7:30 a.m, regular busing will be provided. We will utilize an Early Dismissal Schedule, with students dismissed from school at 11:45 a.m. Late bus transportation at 12:30 p.m. will only be available for students who are utilizing extended time via CollegeBoard accommodations. Lunch will be served for all students. Students that are testing will be notified of their testing rooms by Wednesday, October 28, 2026.
CollegeBoard is administering the PSAT in a digital format through “Bluebook.” Students must use their fully charged school-issued device (Chromebook) as it already has the app installed on it that will be needed to take the PSAT. If they do not yet have a school-issued device, one will be provided for them on test day.
Classes will NOT meet on October 29th. Students in grades 9 and 12 who are not testing will have alternative programming. Friday, October 30th will be a full day of school for all students and will be a Day 3 in our schedule rotation. HERE is the letter with more information about PSAT testing. Thank you for your help in making your child’s testing experience as successful as possible. you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to your child’s school counselor.
UPCOMING EVENTS
- Sunday, 10/25 - Friday, 10/30 - RED RIBBON & VIOLENCE PREVENTION WEEK
- Monday, 10/26 - Fall Blood Drive for Students/Staff (Annex) 7:45am-1:45pm
- Tuesday, 10/27 -
- Fall Blood Drive for Students/Staff (Annex) 7:45am-1:45pm
- Fall Blood Drive for the Community (East Gym) 3pm-8pm
- Wednesday, 10/28 - PICTURE DAY MAKEUPS for 9th, 10th & 11th graders and faculty/staff
- * Students will take their photo in the DiBart Gym during Gym/Health, Study Hall or any free period. IF they don't have a free period, they can take their photo during LB1/LB2.
- Visit cady.com/pictureday if you'd like to order pictures
- Thursday, 10/29 - PSAT DAY
CLICK HERE to see the ACTIVITIES CALENDAR
(club meetings, after school events, evening events --- updated every day of the school week!)
CLICK HERE to see the ATHLETICS CALENDAR
(sporting events, practices and more!)
It’s that time of year again...New Jersey Prevention Month!
At East, we’re bringing our prevention efforts together for one dedicated week focused on
anti-violence, anti-bullying, and prevention of substance use and abuse.
Our Awareness Week will take place October 26–30.
This year, we’re excited to introduce the Cougar Red Ribbon Fact Challenge! On October 27th and 28th, fact cards will be placed throughout the school for students to find. Students may bring one fact card to the Guidance Office during LB1 or LB2 to receive a prize.
YEARBOOK
ORDER A YEARBOOK BY TODAY - OCTOBER 23!
*Yearbooks are $90.00 if you order by OCTOBER 23, 2026 at www.jostens.com - the price will go up to $100.00 after today
*Make sure to let your child know if you order them a yearbook
*Hold onto your receipt and mark down that you ordered a yearbook, so you don't accidentally order a 2nd yearbook later (thinking you didn't order one yet)
CLICK HERE FOR THE YEARBOOK ORDERING INFO FLYER
SENIOR PARENTS: CLICK HERE for information about purchasing a Yearbook Ad for your student
CLASS OF 2027
A Few Important SENIOR Dates to Remember:
- Tuesday, December 1st - Senior Portraits in the Annex (BOOK HERE)
- Wednesday, December 2nd - LAST DAY for Senior Portraits in the Annex (BOOK HERE)
- Friday, March 12th - Wednesday, March 17th - SENIOR CLASS TRIP (Disney/Universal)
- Thursday, June 3rd - Senior Prom (at the Moshulu in Philadelphia)
- Monday, June 7th - Senior Sunset/Yearbook Signing
- Thursday, June 17th - Graduation (11:30am at the Liacouras Center in Philadelphia)
CLASS OF 2028
A Few Important JUNIOR Dates to Remember:
- Wednesday, October 28th - Picture Make-Up Day
- Thursday, November 12th - College Night for Juniors at 7pm
- Thursday, April 15th - Junior Prom (at Lucien's Manor in Berlin, NJ)
CLASS OF 2029
A Few Important SOPHOMORE Dates to Remember
- Wednesday, October 28th - Picture Make-Up Day
- Thursday, February 18th - Freshman Dance/Sophomore Cotillion ("Frosh Cot") at East at 7pm
- Wednesday, April 14th - College Night for Sophomores at 7pm
CLASS OF 2030
A Few Important FRESHMAN Dates to Remember:
- Wednesday, October 28th - Picture Make-Up Day
- Thursday, February 18th - Freshman Dance/Sophomore Cotillion ("Frosh Cot") at East at 7pm
COMMUNITY
Rosa Construction Project Tours
WE hope you'll join us to see the recent bond referendum improvements made at Giacamo S. Rosa Middle School! The community is invited to tour updated hallways and classrooms, the music suite, the cafeteria/auditorium area, and more.
Construction Project Tours will be hosted on Monday, October 26th. There will be four groups of tours at varying times: 6 p.m., 6:30 p.m., 7 p.m., and 7:30 p.m. Sign-ups are required to attend.
Please sign up online: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4AAFAC22A3F9C34-66465035-community
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The information from the last newsletter included: East vs Lenape Football, Seal of Biliteracy Testing Info, Powder Puff Sign Up Info, Class of 2028 Halloween Fundraiser