Category Archives: Schools
Science Is ALIVE! Baby Chicks Birthed At PHS
In late March, Mr. Jeffers and Mrs. Edmonds’ Biology classes at Pennsauken High School placed 24 chicken eggs in an incubator in hopes that they would hatch 21 days later. During this time, students gained knowledge on the reproduction and life cycle of chickens. The classes used internet research tools to follow the characteristics of the embryos as they developed inside the eggs. Students were excited to observe the different stages of growth of the 13 chicks that hatched.
PHS Visited By… The Grim Reaper
Pennsauken High School participated in Grim Reaper Day, an event sponsored by the school’s Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD) Club.
Students were removed from class by the school’s resource officer, changed into all black clothing, and wore signs that explained how they “died.” These students then returned to class and remained silent for the rest of the day.
Students participated in Grim Reaper Day as a way to draw attention to not only alcohol and drug abuse, but also the poor decisions that teens can make that result in a tragedy. By enacting their own deaths, they put a personal face to what can happen when people put themselves in harm’s way through bad decisions; they hope to make an impact on their peers, impressing the point to stay away from drugs and alcohol and to make better choices.
A special thank you to the Pennsauken Alliance for Substance Abuse (PASA), who helped finance this great event.
Pennsauken Students Recognized For Academic Achievement At Berkeley College
Several students from Pennsauken, have been named to the President’s and Dean’s Lists at Berkeley College for the Winter 2016 Quarter.
“I am so proud of these students for their hard work,” said Michael J. Smith, President of Berkeley College. “The contributions of these high achievers make Berkeley College shine.”
The following students from Pennsauken have been recognized:
President’s List, Anthony Koranteng; Dean’s List, Porscha McNeill and Kaycian Rose.
Berkeley College students who achieve a grade point average of 4.00 with a minimum of 12 academic credits qualify for the President’s List. Students who achieve a grade point average of 3.50 or better with a minimum of 12 academic credits qualify for the Dean’s List.
A leader in providing career-focused education since 1931, Berkeley College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and enrolls approximately 8,300 students – including more than 700 international students – in its Baccalaureate and Associate degree and Certificate programs. Students can study in more than 20 career fields.
In 2016, U.S. News & World Report named Berkeley College among the Best Colleges for Online Bachelor’s Programs and among the Best Online Bachelor’s Programs for Veterans, both for the third consecutive year. For more information, visit BerkeleyCollege.edu.
Carson Physical Education Classes Rock
Students in the third and fourth grade had a chance to focus on teamwork during their physical education classes at Carson School. They worked in small groups to create a dance to perform in front of their classmates. Students worked very hard and the dances were amazing!
Carson students in kindergarten, as well as first and second grade, were developing hand-eye coordination. These students had a chance to pretend they were in the circus juggling and balancing acts. What a fun time!
Immersive Science At Fine And Delair
By Angel-Marie Cook, District Science Supervisor
Imagine riding on a heart pounding water canyon travelling over an erupting volcano; joining paleontologists as they dig for dinosaur bones and come face to face with monstrous sized dinosaurs; or riding a magical cardboard rocket zooming through the tunnels of space.
Last month, the students of Fine and Delair Elementary Schools experienced the mesmerizing excitement of the Dome Mobile Theater. The highly innovative Dome Mobile Theater provides the latest technology in audiovisual educational programs. Students were immersed in a 16’ x 16’ x 10’ surround sound, 3D imagery theater, as they explored earth and space science-themed shows. Kindergarten through fourth grades experienced thrilling shows such as, “Earth’s Wild Ride,” “Time Space,” “Force Five,” “The Dinosaur Prophecy,” and more. While each show was a mere 30 minutes, students gained scientific understandings and memories which will last for a lifetime.
Celebrating Cinco De Mayo
Mrs. Cipollone’s class at Fine Elementary created sombreros, a traditional Mexican hat, to celebrate Cinco de Mayo (May 5), a Mexican holiday celebrating the country’s victory over the French at the battle of Puebla in 1862.
Baldwin Keeping Safe With Sambulance
Baldwin School enjoyed learning from the Sambulance Safety Squad. Students took a tour of the “Sambulance” and learned all about its safety equipment.
PHS Alum And Super Bowl Champ Speaks To Student-Athletes
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
“So when you dream, dream large. Dream extra large.”
Those are the words of Dwight Hicks ’74, a PHS alum who played defensive back for the San Francisco 49ers and is a two-time Super Bowl champion. Hicks, who returned to his home town to participate in the special presentation of several gold footballs from the National Football League in honor of Super Bowl 50, spoke to student-athletes at Pennsauken High School about his experiences growing up in town and has path to playing in college and the NFL.
Hicks explained that when he made the decision to play football at the University of Michigan, some thought that the school was too big and he would get lost. But he persevered and played in the Rose Bowl twice. Selected in the sixth round in the NFL draft after graduation, Hicks was cut not once, but twice, finally sticking with the San Francisco 49ers, one of the worst teams in the league at that time. But he worked hard and never gave up. The result: his outstanding play led him to four consecutive Pro Bowl appearances and two Super Bowl rings.
Hicks told the students that they should set big goals for themselves and visualize success in order to achieve their dreams.
“Visualization of your dreams can make them reality. It’s up to you on what you will become. Strive to be the best and challenge yourself. I am you. If I can do it, you can do it.”
Carson’s Tryon Teacher Of The Year
On April 15, Mrs. Nancy Tryon was named Teacher of the Year by the New Jersey Association of Gifted Children. This award is presented to one teacher in New Jersey who has made a positive impact through their work with gifted children.
Mrs. Tryon teaches mathematics to our district’s gifted and talented students at Carson Elementary School.
We thank Mrs. Tryon for her dedication every day to our gifted students, to Carson School, and to our district. Congratulations Mrs. Tryon and thank you!
Mrs. Nancy Tryon was named Teacher of the Year by the New Jersey Association of Gifted Children. Tryon, a teacher at Carson School, is pictured here (from left to right) is Carson Principal Diane Joyce; Melissa Savino, a gifted teacher at Carson; and Board of Education President Nick Perry.
Kindergartners Learn About Community Workers
By Mrs. Davis, ESL Teacher, Carson Elementary
Our kindergarten English language learners have studied many things about community workers. Each student discussed what they would like to be when they grow up and created a hat to go with each occupation, such as firefighter, police officer, nurse, doctor, salesperson, and gardener. In addition, students had a special joy singing the “Everywhere in Town” song with their community helper hats to the other classes at Carson School.
