High School Parent Message
November 13, 2020
Important Dates:
Nov 16, 17, 19, 20: Picture Days - see below for more information
Nov 18: Early Dismissal of Student/Staff Professional Development Day
Nov 20: End of Marking Period 1
Nov 23: Marking Period 2 Begins
Nov 25: Early Dismissal
Nov 26 & 27: School Closed - Thanksgiving Holiday
Parent Forum
On Tuesday, November 17 from 6:30pm-7:30pm parents are invited to join district administrators for a virtual discussion on NB’s schedule. The discussion will include a review of the survey results regarding the first marking period of in-person and remote instruction and share plans for marking period 2. The format will be a Zoom conference and questions will be taken from those submitted in the ‘Chat.’ We look forward to meeting with parents and sharing ideas and information.
Stay Safe
The state of New Jersey has seen a growth in COVID-19 cases as cold weather approaches. We appreciate the students' work in following school safety practices designed to limit the chance of the spread of this virus. It is appropriate to echo the guidelines sent out in a recent notice from the Superintendent with a reminder follow the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention promoted safeguards, such as:
Staying home when you are sick;
Washing hands often with soap for at least 20 seconds;
Covering coughs and sneezes and properly disposing of tissues;
Limiting close contact with people who are sick and not sharing food, drinks and utensils;
Practicing social distancing (staying at least 6 feet apart);
Wearing a face covering while in school; and
Continuing to monitor your health for symptoms.
Following these practices increase our chances of keeping everyone healthy both in school and out of school.
Travel Advisories:
If a student is planning to travel out of state please check the following:
New Jersey’s Travel Advisory Form
Health & Safety Reminders:
COVID Cannot test out of Quarantine
COVID-How-Long-Isolate-Quarantine
It is important to emphasize a few points with regard to health safety. Most importantly, students should not come to school if they are sick. The remote option is available on a day to day basis if a student has any symptoms on the day he or she is supposed to attend school in person but can still attend school at home. If you have any medical questions, please contact our school nurse at extension 2216(west office) or 2085(east office). Covid Informational Flyers.
Federal Impact Aid Form - PAST DUE:
Each fall, the Northern Burlington County Regional School District reaches out to all parents asking that they complete the Federal Impact Aid survey. This is a very important document that needs to be completed in a timely manner. To make this process more convenient for our families, this Federal Impact Aid survey can now be completed electronically.
The Northern Burlington County Regional School District must receive an annual signed survey from ALL parents or guardians for EACH student in order to receive the federal funding of military affiliated students.
Please note that even if you are not active military or a civilian working on federal property, it is essential that ALL parents and guardians complete and sign this form as soon as possible.
Federal Impact Aid supports local school districts with concentrations of children who have parents/guardians in the uniformed services or parents/guardians employed on eligible Federal Properties. It was designed to assist local school districts that have lost property tax revenue due to the presence of tax-exempt Federal Property served by the district. Each year, Northern Burlington receives Federal Impact Aid funds because of your cooperation in returning these surveys to us in a timely manner.
In order for our District to meet the filing deadline, we need to have the completed form(s) submitted no later than TODAY, even if your employment does not fall within the categories listed on the survey.
Click here to log into your PowerSchool parent account. Once logged in, click on the link on the left side of the webpage that says Forms. Choose the “Title VIII Federal Impact Aid Survey 2020-2021” to complete the form electronically. A form needs to be submitted for each student, however if submitting for multiple students, please click the arrow up key next to the submit button. This will allow you to submit the form for each student without having to reproduce each survey selection.
Thank you for your continued support of the Northern Burlington County Regional School District. If you have additional questions, please contact Kristie Worrell, Administrative Assistant, extension 2003 or Richard Kaz, School Business Administrator (609) 298-3900 extension 2080.
Wednesday Expectations:
The district has put together the following handout to clarify activities on typical Wednesdays during hybrid instruction . That information can be found at this LINK.
Student Chromebooks:
As a reminder, student Chromebooks have tracking software installed, GoGuardian, to help ensure the technology is used appropriately. These devices should be used exclusively for school business.
Parent Teacher Conferences:
Thank you to all of the parents who were able to join our teachers this last week for conferences. Thank you for your partnership in promoting your children’s educational achievement.
Clinical Corner Spotlight:
Take a Breath! - With so many new anxieties in the world today, achieving a healthy frame of mind can seem more challenging than in years past. Having a daily moment of intentional quiet can go a long way toward a better outlook. Practicing this five-minute meditation on a regular basis will help you build a positive mindset, supporting you as you go about your daily life with all its ups and downs. Please click this link to access the full article and the 5 minute meditation routine: https://www.cnn.com/2020/09/02...
Picture Day is Coming!
Monday, November 16- Friday, November 20. Pictures will be taken during the students PE Class Period. Grades Photographed:9-11
To preorder your students portraits, go to the Lifetouch Website and enter picture day ID: EVT34PMG8
Remote students who wish to have their pictures taken may come in on their allotted day, between 12:30-4. We request that you be patient, and practice social distancing and follow the directions below for using our Health Screening app and kiosk when entering the school through the 300 building entrance.
- Students with last names from A-F may come in Monday
- Student with last names G-Me may come in Tuesday
- Student with last names Mo-Si may come in Thursday
- Student with last names Sm-Zu may come in Friday
Any time anyone physically comes to the school, they will need to complete the health questionnaire as part of the screening process required to enter the building. The screening is done using an online application and directions are listed below. Having this done in advance will greatly speed the process of bringing students into the building. Students may practice completing the form this next week, even though they will not be coming into the building.
Here is a short video to illustrate the process and more detailed directions are below.
For students with a smartphone
Download the DOCS HealthWorks App from either the Google App Store or the Apple App Store (the app icon should appear orange & Android OS must be v.8 or newer)
On the DOCS HealthWorks App - Create an account: fill in your name, contact information, student ID number (the app and website will give you the option of entering the last 4 of your ss#, do not do that IT WON’T WORK - Parents can use the word VISITOR in place of the ID number) and the location code for the HIGH SCHOOL - R0D9 (zero - not letter O). Each day you visit the district the COVID-19 health assessment will need to be completed, if everything is within normal parameters you will receive a QR code for identification (this QR code is good for 1 day).
For students using their Chromebook
Go to the Website: https://secure.dentrustocs.com/docs/covidscreening/weblogin
On the DOCS HealthWorks website fill in your name, contact information, student ID number (the app and website will give you the option of entering the last 4 of your ss#, do not do that IT WON’T WORK) and location code for the R0D9 (the letter O).
Each day you visit the district the COVID-19 health assessment will need to be completed, if everything is within normal parameters you will receive a QR code for identification (this QR code is good for 1 day)
If your phone doesn’t support the app or the website didn’t work from home – we will have a Chromebook available at the screening stations
When you arrive at school
Follow the directions of the adults at the entrance who will direct you to present the QR code to the CapScann device for identification.
The CapScann device will then instruct you to place your wrist in the device opening aligning it with infrared light crosshairs for a precise temperature reading (look for the label on the kiosk.
Once the CapScann device reads the QR code, CapScann will provide 3 acknowledgements that include a green light indicating a normal temperature reading and authorization to enter the building.
The screeners will provide assistance throughout the entry process.
* Any individual presenting with a potential concern will be escorted directly to a rescreening area and further evaluated by medical staff, or asked to leave.
Late Registration Fee for AP Exams Happening Soon
Exams that were unpaid by November 6 have been cancelled. However, students can still register and pay for exams with a late fee. AP exams registered after 9AM on November 13 will incur a late registration fee of $40. Visit our website https://user.totalregistration.net/AP/310252 for more information. Please contact Dr. Leslie Puente-Ervin if you have any questions or/and would like to register for an exam not listed, including Independent Study.
STAGEHOUND FUNDRAISER
The seasons are changing, and the holidays are coming. Why not change up the fragrance in the air or do some holiday shopping and support our theater program! Please use this link to support the Stagehounds in their Scentsy Fundraiser.
Athletic Participation:
We are now accepting Athletic Participation packets for the Winter Season. Winter season practices will start on approximately December 3, 2020.
If your child’s physical exam is current and does not expire prior to 12/3/20, please complete pages 1, 2, 3, 4, and 7 of the packet and submit them electronically to highschoolathletics@nburlington.com
If your child is in need of a new physical, please contact your physician’s office at your earliest convenience to secure an appointment. Please take page 3, 5 and 6 of the packet with you so that your doctor can complete the physical forms. Please submit the entire packet (pages 1-7) electronically to highschoolathletics@nburlington.com
If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. O’Neill in the Athletic Office at moneill@nburlington.com or 609-298-3900, ext. 2093.
Accessing PowerSchool as a Parent:
Ms. Rachel Friedman walks parents through the process of navigating PowerSchool.
PowerSchool Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PwM6jIJ_aJo&list=PLCyGy1Pqi_h2lGMBOcs5iPAEiMhoDAjln
Accessing PowerSchool as a Student:
Ms. Rachel Friedman walks students through the process of navigating PowerSchool.
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Yearbook Pre Orders 2020-2021:
2020-2021 yearbooks are now on sale for $75. Order yours at jostensyearbooks.com
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Ordering School Lunch for Students:
Please note that Lunches are FREE FOR ALL STUDENTS.
Students learning remotely:
Students who are receiving instruction remotely, or their parents/guardians, may pick up meals (three to five meals at one time) for those days they are receiving remote instruction. Ordering ahead of time is required:
As with the Spring 2020 meal distribution, the pick-up location is near the Middle School’s rear entrance (Middle School Door C-3 that leads into the teachers’ lounge) via the Island Road entrance and taking the 1st left to go toward the back of the school. NB has established MONDAY and TUESDAY for pick up of meals. Meals may be picked up between the hours of 10:00 AM and 11:15 AM. For social distancing purposes, NB will limit the number of people entering the middle school facility at one time.
*We ask that you complete the Google Document for Remote Learning Students to sign up for these meals for pick up on Monday -Thursday.
Students present in the building:
When students are present in school, they will have the option to pre-order a grab and go lunch. Students or parents will use the google form to order lunch selection by 8 AM for that day's pick up.
NHS TUTORING:
Is your child in need of some extra help? NHS tutoring is here to assist! Virtual tutoring will take place every Tuesday and Thursday from 1:30-2pm. All you need to do is have the student who in need of help email the NHS adviser at jnewman@nburlington.com and then the student will receive a link to the virtual tutoring session.
STUDENT PARKING:
Student parking for the 2020-2021 school year is now available for seniors and juniors (with birthdays up to the end of December 2003) for this phase of hybrid learning. Please click then review the appropriate link below (depending upon your grade level), to the letter with the application process & requirements stated within. Parking Decals are being mailed to students upon approval.
Seniors click class of 2021
Juniors click class of 2022
2020 College Application Process for Seniors & their families:
Each year, the counseling department presents to parents of seniors about the College Application process. This year we have created a virtual presentation that can be viewed HERE. If you have any questions, please contact your child’s counselor directly. A chart of counseling assignments can be found HERE. If your student needs to speak with his/her counselor at any time throughout the year, they can do so by submitting a request using the request form or email.
Sally López, Ed.D.
Principal
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Webpage at www.nburlington.com