High School Parent Message
June 3, 2022
Important Dates
June 14 - June 16: Early Dismissal of Students (11:55 am)
June 16: Last Day of School for Students
June 16: Graduation @ 6:30 pm
SENIOR Parents
Please see the Graduation Newsletter.
NB Band Fundraiser SATURDAY NIGHT
The Band Boosters are hosting a Designer Bag Bingo Night on Saturday, June 4th, to raise money for the Middle School and High School band programs! This Bingo Flyer has all the details!
LGBTQIA+ Pride Day
June is LGBTQIA+ Pride Month and the GSA is sponsoring a Pride Day on June 7. On Tuesday, June 7, please wear purple or rainbow colors to show your support for our LGBTQIA+ students and faculty!
Day of Service:
I want to thank everyone who participated in the Day of Service. The students were able to make over 400 First Aid bags and 300 Personal Hygiene bags for TASK. Your support and help is truly appreciated.
Sports Physicals
Northern Burlington’s Athletic Physical Packets are officially online! Paper forms will no longer be accepted by the Nursing/Athletic Departments. Please be patient as we continue to work on the implementation of the new system.
https://northernburlington-ar.rschooltoday.com/
Please go to the following page to start your 1) Registration Process, and submit your 2) Doctor Approved Physical Packet Upload.
As of June 2nd, 2022, packets are being accepted for 1) Summer Conditioning and 2) All Fall HS Sports/Activities. Important upcoming dates – A) June 7th – Release of Physical Packet for Fall MS Sports. Please note if you are registering for Summer Conditioning, and you plan to participate in a Fall Sport, you must register for BOTH events independently. For additional assistance, please contact the athletic department.
Any student who wishes to participate in a fall sport, middle school or high school, must complete this important process in order to be eligible.
PTSC
PTSC and Amazon Smile: The Parent Teacher Student Connection (PTSC) has an Amazon Smile account for any community members who would like to support the PTSC while shopping online. Simply go to http://smile.amazon.com and search for the "Parent Teacher Student Connection" in the list of organizations (it is listed as being in Columbus, NJ) and then go through that portal to do your Amazon shopping. Amazon will donate 0.5% of all purchases to the PTSC. Please email nburlingtonptsc@gmail.com with any login questions.
COVID Update from the School Nurse for Healthy School Environment:
The number of weekly positive COVID tests remains elevated. As a result, we continue to count on the adults at home to limit the spread of COVID at school..
It is critical that parents screen their children at home and keep children who are sick at home. When in doubt please keep your child at home & consult with your medical provider and school nurse. Leave a message on the attendance line: 609.298.3900 ext. 2029.
We are still following the Burlington County Health Guidelines for COVID & illness:
COVID-19 Compatible SICK Symptoms that indicate school absence and a COVID Test
• At least one of the following symptoms: new or worsening cough, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, new loss of taste and/or smell OR
• At least two of the following symptoms: fever, chills, shivers, muscle aches, headache, sore throat, nausea or vomiting, diarrhea, fatigue, congestion, or runny nose
Students who come to school with a combination of these symptoms will be sent home by the school nurse and require a lab negative COVID test before they can return to school.
The Health Department does not allow negative home tests as clearance due to a margin of error resulting in false positives, but we can accept POSITIVE Home tests.
Regardless of your vaccination status, if you are symptomatic and have tested positive for COVID-19, then you must isolate for 5 days from the date your symptoms began. If your symptoms are resolving after 5 days, you can end isolation, but you should wear a mask around others for 5 additional days, avoid travel if possible, and avoid places where you can't wear a mask like a restaurant.
Any questions, please contact our school nurses, Ms. Crane mcrane@nburlington.com or Ms. Nocon gnocon@nburlington.com
Tours for Incoming Freshmen & New Students
This summer we are going to be offering tours for incoming freshmen and new students provided by our Assistant Principals on the following days from 10 am - 2 pm:
Tour Dates
Tuesday, July 19
Wednesday, July 20
Thursday, July 28
Wednesday, August 3
Thursday, August 4
Monday, August 8
Tuesday, August 9
Thursday, August 18
Tuesday, August 30
Wednesday, August 31
Dress Code
Please be reminded that there is a dress code. Please review the following with your children and reference page 26 of the student handbook for the following information:
NO sheer clothing
Undergarments may NOT be exposed
Bottoms MUST touch tops
Bottoms MUST cover personal areas
Early Dismissal of Students
Please be advised that no student under the age of 18 can sign themselves out from school early even if they are drivers. As per our Board of Education Regulations:
5230 LATE ARRIVAL AND EARLY DISMISSAL
No pupil under the age of eighteen shall be released from school before the end of the school day except in the presence of the pupil's parent(s) or legal guardian(s) or an agent of the parent(s) or legal guardian(s).
Clinical Corner Spotlight:
MEMORIAL DAY 2022 – THANK YOU - We are extremely grateful for those who have sacrificed their lives for our Nation. Let’s take a moment to pay tribute by way of this special video honoring the fallen, remembering the brave, and reflecting on the high cost of those cherished American freedoms that so many take for granted. Memorial Day Tribute
Talking to Children About Violence: Tips for Parents and Teachers - High profile acts of violence, particularly in schools, can confuse and frighten children who may feel in danger or worry that their friends or loved-ones are at risk. They will look to adults for information and guidance on how to react. Parents and school personnel can help children feel safe by establishing a sense of normalcy and security and talking with them about their fears School Violence Resources
Summer Group for Students - Is your child struggling with their mental health? Looking for your child to talk things out with peers that can relate? Group counseling will be offered in July only. Tuesdays for High School students and Wednesdays for Middle School students. Please use the link to sign up! Click here to sign up
2022-23 District Calendar approved April 25, 2022.
AHERA and IPM Notice:
Please take a moment to review the following required notices: AHERA and IPM Notice.
Sally López, Ed.D.
Principal
Follow the Principal on twitter @nbc_hsprincipal
Follow the Superintendent on twitter: @NBCSUPER
Webpage at www.nburlington.com