High School Parent Message
Oct 13, 2023
Important Dates
Oct 13: Federal Impact Aid Survey Open
Oct 14: Homecoming; Carnival: 10-1, Game: 2, Dance: ticket only
Oct 19: PTSC Mtg. @ 6 pm in HS Media Center
Oct 19 Financial Aid Night @ 6:30 in auditorium
Oct 20: Early dismissal for students. Staff PD
Oct 27: HS Picture Day make-up
Nov 3-5: Fall Play
Nov 6: MS & HS Evening Conferences
Nov 7: No School for students- Full day of MS & HS Conferences
Nov 8: No School for students. Staff PD
Nov 9-10: No School for students. NJEA Convention
Federal Impact Aid Survey
Starting today, October 13, 2023, Northern Burlington is electronically soliciting the US Department of Education's Federal Impact Aid Student-Parent Survey Form for the 2023-2024 School Year. This form is available through PowerSchool’s parent portal. This survey is important and determines the amount of Federal Impact Aid the district receives. Consequently, this form, one for each student, needs to be completed and submitted by you (student’s parent/guardian/sponsor) by Tuesday, October 31,2023. There will be drawings for gift cards to our school store as an incentive to students who have the survey form completed. Thank you!
Homecoming 2023...City Lights
DANCE REMINDERS:
TICKET: Only your Student ID is needed! Do NOT forget it.
DRESS: Dress is semi-formal and MUST be school appropriate. You will be denied admission if your outfit violates the school dress code. Absolutely no beach attire, no sneakers, no jeans.
PARKING/DROP OFF PROCEDURES: Students who drive must park in the west parking lot (Senior Lot) Student drop off and pick-up will be in the first lane of the west lot - same as the daily drop off and pick up procedure.
GETTING IN: All students will enter the 300 hallways (near west gym). 9th and 10th grade will proceed down the 200 hallway for check in. 11th and 12th students will proceed down the 400 hallway for check in. Please limit what you bring to the dance. All bags will be searched and students will be breathalyzed. Have your student ID with you.
If you did not purchase a ticket legitimately from the school, you will be denied entrance into the dance.
NO TICKET SALES OR EXCHANGES OF ANY KIND AT THE DOOR.
PTSC
PTSC - The PTSC will be selling carnival treats (cotton candy, popcorn, and candy) at the Homecoming Carnival on 10/14. We would appreciate any donations from our Amazon Wish List to help us fundraise. Thank you to everyone who has donated so far! https://a.co/6bN61Rh If you haven't signed up to be a member yet, please visit our website at www.nburlington.com/page/ptsc
Our Middle School Book Fair will be October 23 - 27. Our book fair homepage: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/northernburlingtonregms
We need volunteers to run the fair. Thank you! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0849A9AC2BA0FB6-44547785-2023
Oct 20 - PSAT
PSAT’s will be given on October 20, 2023, to all 10th, 11th graders and some 12th graders. The test this year is digital, therefore students will need to come with their SCHOOL issued Chromebook that is FULLY charged. The test will begin at 7:20 AM and anyone who arrives after that will not be admitted into a testing location. Testing locations are posted in students' grade level Google classroom. Please bring a pencil (to write on scrap paper) and a calculator to school on testing day. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Ms. Hoch at ext. 2043 or Ms. Fitzgerald at ext. 2055.
Oct 20- 9th & 12th graders
In the morning when other students are testing, we have special programs planned for 9th and 12th grade students. All information is in the students’ grade level Google classroom.
Weather permitting, all 12th grade students will report immediately to the bleachers on the football field for the class picture.
College Accelerated Program (CAP) Information
The Northern Burlington County Regional High School District has an agreement with Rowan College at Burlington County which enables our students to earn college credits for selected courses in which they are presently enrolled.
The DualEnroll system opens September 25th for the 2023-2024 academic year. RCBC is working on the final pieces with DualEnroll and partner high schools. The application deadline for credit for courses taken during the 2023-2024 academic year is October 25th. Visit RCBC CAP Program for information.
Picture Day Retakes
October 27th Lifetouch will be here from 9-1pm taking pictures for anyone who missed getting their picture taken in September or needs to do a retake. If your student is retaking their pictures please have them bring in their original picture package and turn it into the photographer. You can order at mylifetouch.com with Picture Day ID:EVT8TCHXP
Bus Drivers Needed
Please see this FLIER from our transportation office. The district is looking for full and part time bus drivers. The job includes free training to earn CDL, as well as flexible hours. Feel free to share this flier with others who may be interested.
Athletics
Winter sports registration is now open for the 2023-24 season.
If you currently have an athletic registration account, please log in with your username and password. Do not create a new one. If you need assistance, please feel free to contact the Athletic Office at 609-298-3900, ext. 2093.
Clinical Corner
To continue with suicide prevention I thought it would be a helpful reminder of what red flags we need to look out for when it comes to suicide. Listed below are signs that someone may be thinking about hurting themselves:
Drastic changes in mood and behavior even if for the better
Engaging in risky behaviors
Aggressiveness and irritability
Possessing lethal means
Feeling like a burden
Isolating or feeling alone
Self-harm like cutting or other behaviors
A sense of hopelessness or no hope for the future
Making suicide threats
Giving things away
Making funeral arrangements
Substance abuse
Sometimes signs are not always perfectly clear either so trust your gut if you are not sure and ask. Let them know that this is a scary topic but one you are not afraid to talk about. When we bring our thoughts out into the light they become a little less scary than carrying them around in the dark alone.
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SENIOR PARENT SECTION
Senior Class Picture
On Friday, October 20, weather permitting, all seniors should report directly to the bleachers on the football field for their class picture.
Cap & Gown
Northern Burlington Class of 2024,
Northern Burlington Class of '24...Senior year is a BIG deal and Jostens is here to help your family celebrate this milestone in your student's life.
Our grad packages have everything your Senior needs to conquer the year with confidence. Place their order early at the beginning of the year, so that they can show off their Senior pride all year long!
Click on the link to order the cap and gown unit, along with everything else you'll need to be prepared for this milestone year!
Custom Gown Unit Cost: $30.35
Order Deadline Extended: Sunday, October 29th
This direct link will take you to the cap and gown order page, Step 2 “ the tassel” is for a bonus tassel you may say "No Thanks" and a basic tassel will be included in your bundle.
Senior Yearbooks
2023-24 yearbooks can be ordered now at a discounted price at https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/1057651.
Senior ads are also on sale. Order them before it's too late.
Yearbook Ordering Information Yearbook Senior Ad Flier
Senior Trip
The next installment of $290 is due TODAY, OCTOBER 13th.
Reminder: Insurance needs to be purchased prior to the student paying the school in full.
Cash, Checks or Credit Cards* Accepted
Only the advisors may accept payments.
Checks must be made out to:
NBC - Class of 2024
*3.5% convenience will apply for all credit card sales
Senior Trip Credit Card Order Form
Senior Trip Class of 2024 Parent Letter
NORTHERN BURLINGTON 2024 ITINERARY
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NHS Tutoring
Is your child in need of academic support? Members of the National Honors Society provide tutoring to all Northern Burlington students. High School students can attend tutoring after school Wednesdays.
Relay for Life
Thank you all for your continued support for NB’s Relay for Life event. This year, our event is May 18-19 from 6 pm - 6 am. Our meeting dates are:
Nov 2 Feb 15 - Kick Off May 14
Dec 5 Mar 19 May 21
Jan 11 Apr 10
Jan 30 Apr 29
Northern FFA Fall Plant Sales
The Northern FFA Chapter will be holding the final Fall Plant Sales on October 14. Please see the sale times below. Horticulture students have been working hard over the summer propagating, planting, and growing fall crops - including mums & pansies! This year we are happy to offer a unique selection of plants to our customers.
Save the Dates!
Northern FFA Fall Plant Sale Dates & Times:
Saturday October 14th - 9am-1pm
A variety of plants to include:
Fall Annuals, Mums, & Pansies
Foliage Hanging Baskets - 10" & 12" baskets
Fall Veggies & Potted Herbs
Houseplants, Succulents & Indoor Plants
Various Mixed Combo/Decorative Fall Planters
Address:
Northern Burlington County Regional High School
Greenhouse Complex
Address: 160 Mansfield Road East
Columbus, NJ 08022
Contact: Brian Hayes, Teacher of Agriculture
Email: bhayes@nburlington.com
Sally López, Ed.D.
Principal
Follow the Principal on twitter @nbc_hsprincipal
Follow the Superintendent on twitter: @AZUCK1
Webpage at www.nburlington.com