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2007-2008 News Archives

School Year 07-08 News and Announcements Archive

SAU 16 Offices Summer Hours

SAU office hours will be 7:30am to 4:00pm Monday through Thursday and 7:30am - 1:00pm on Fridays. These times will be in effect from June 23 - August 18, 2008.

Lunch Payment Online Opportunity

A new online lunch payment website will be available to parents for Lincoln & Main Street Schools, the Cooperative Middle School, Exeter High School, and Tuck Learning Campus. View flyer showing online credit card payment features for fall 2008.

Chemical Hygiene Plan

ERCSD has developed a Chemical Hygiene Plan (pdf) that is a written program developed and implemented by the school district which explains the policies and procedures that promote safe work practices in the laboratory and the safe operation of our school laboratories.

EHS Graduation Information

Information about graduation and senior week activities are available here on the EHS website.

Assistant Superintendent of Technology

The SAU 16 Joint Board nominated Laura Nelson as the new Assistant Superintendent of Technology Monday night. Since 2004 she has served as Asst Supt. for the Kearsarge Regional School Dist. in New London. She has also served as a middle school principal, assistant principal, and math teacher with the Hooksett School District. Laura holds a Master of Education in Administration and Supervision, a Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study, and a JD. She is scheduled to join SAU 16 on July 1.

Swasey Third Grade Class Laptop Project

Amy Gentile, third grade teacher at Brentwood's Swasey Central School, accepted a parent's donation of an OLPC XO (One Laptop Per Child) Computer last fall. View photos and video of this special technology project.

CMS Awarded NH Middle School of the Year

The Cooperative Middle School has been named the 2008 NH "Middle School Of The Year" out of all middle schools in the state of New Hampshire. Friday, in a school-wide assembly, the NH "Ed"ies committee in sponsorship with McDonald's bestowed the "NH Excellence in Education Award" upon CMS. View more photos.

EHS Science Classes at City Lab BU

Science teachers Angela Lennox and Heather-Senseney Mellor took the AP and Biology 2 classes to City Lab at Boston University on April 25, 2008 where they collected their own DNA, ran PCR to amplify the DNA and then ran a gel to check and see if they had a particular region on their chromosome 16.

Lecture - Surviving the Teenage Journey

Exeter Hospital's Health & Wellness Lecture Series on Tuesday May 13th 7:00pm. Nationally acclaimed speaker, educator, author and humorist Steve Sobel will provide positive communication and conflict resolution techniques. $5 donation and registration requested - call HealthReach 1-800-439-3837 or online.

Main Street School Principal Selection

Stephen Adler has been selected as the next principal for MSS. He is currently a principal with the Lexington, MA school system and previously served as a principal in ME and NH. He starts with Exeter on July 1st.

Project Prom/Project Graduation '08

The Class of 2008’s Project Prom/ Project Graduation Committee has been hard at work preparing for two chemical-free nights of fun, food and entertainment for their graduating sons and daughters. They are in the final weeks of planning and organizing to bring these two events, which are not covered by class dues, to completion. The Committee’s newest projects include the “Mr. EHS Competition” which will be held in the EHS auditorium on May 8 and the sale of Toegoz sandals that have “Exeter” printed on the strap. Requests for chaperones and raffle prizes for the events will be sent home next month in the senior packet. Monetary donations are still being sought, as well. For further information, please view their website section.

Last Day of School

The last day of school for students for all SAU 16 schools will be Thursday June 19th.

Main Street School Principal Search

The Exeter Board is meeting Tuesday evening, April 22, 2008 at 6:30pm to conduct final interviews of the three finalists for principal of MSS. The meeting will be held in the MSS Library. Read more info.

Lincoln Street School Performance

LSS is performing the Jungle Book on Wednesday April 23rd and Thursday April 24th at 6:30pm.

Hypnosis Show Fundraiser at EHS

Friday, April 11, 7:30 PM at Exeter High School Auditorium. This is a benefit for the Junior Prom/Class of 2009. $10 at the door or call 686-2907 for advanced tickets ($8). Dr. Steve Taubman, Master of Misperception, will perform. The show is hilarious! Appropriate for middle school ages and up. Bring the family and support the class of 2009!

EHS College Night for Juniors

The EHS Guidance Department will sponsor “College Night for Juniors” on Thursday, April 10th beginning at 6:30 PM in the Auditorium. This evening is designed for parents of students in the 11th grade. Angela Nuzzi, a representative from the New Hampshire Higher Education Assistance Foundation NHHEAF will present an overview of the college search process.

Main Street School Principal Forum

The MSS Principal Search Committee invites MSS parents, teachers, and staff to a public forum to meet the finalists for principal. Read more info.

EHS Drama Encore Performance

There will be an encore performance of I Am Perseus on Saturday March 22, 2008 at 7pm in the EHS Auditorium.

SAU Email Back!

Tuesday, March 4, 2008 the email server was down but it's now back up.

SAT tests canceled

The SAT tests that were scheduled for Saturday March 1st at EHS have been canceled due to the inclement weather expected. Please contact the College Board website for rescheduling information.

Internet Problems

We were having difficulties with several internet access issues including website access, email and Moodle. The problems have been resolved. Sorry for any inconvenience.

College Scholarship Opportunities

Seniors should review the list of local scholarships available (pdf) and review the EHS Guidance website for potential sources of college funding.

EHS Scheduling/Registration

Exeter High School will sponsor an informational program for parents of 8th grade students and parents of students who have never attended EHS regarding registration for courses for the 2008-2009 school year. The program will be held on Wednesday evening, March 5th from 7:00-9:00 PM in the EHS Auditorium. Snow date will be Thursday, March 6th. The program will be an overview of the registration course scheduling process for EHS. Learning Area Advisors will present information regarding course offerings and curriculum. All parents are welcome.

EHS Parent Advisory

Parent Advisory Group Meeting Wednesday February 20, 2008. This months meeting will discuss the results of the Youth Risk Behavior Survey that all EHS students took last year. The meeting starts at 7 pm in the Roy Morissette Room.

Online Safety Update

The presentation at EHS was attended by over 100 people. For those that missed the event, check out the presentation and videos. Middle School and High School mentors trained on Saturday and are working to develop additional presentations for our schools.

Election Day Information

Tuesday March 11, 2008 - see polling places and times for each of our towns.

AlertNow FAQ for Parents

The rapid communication system used by all SAU 16 schools has provided a frequently asked questions brochure (pdf).

Wednesday After-school Activities

Given the weather forecast for this afternoon/evening, all K-8 after school activities and practices are canceled today. At EHS, all activities, games, etc. after 5:15 PM are canceled. EHS after school practices will be varsity ONLY.

SAU Joint Chairs Meeting Canceled

Due to the weather forecast for this afternoon/early evening, the Joint Board Chairs meeting scheduled for 5:00 PM today, Wednesday Feb. 6th is being canceled.

SST Open House

The Health Sciences & Technologies Program at the Seacoast School of Technology is hosting an Open House on Tuesday, February 12, 2008, from 4:00-7:00 p.m. The program recently moved into its newly renovated space and would like to show off the wonderful new classroom and laboratory space with members of the community, professional colleagues, parents and friends.

Friday Feb. 1 Kindergarten Canceled

Due to impending weather, all SAU 16 afternoon Kindergarten sessions have been cancelled. EHS has canceled Friday detention and the late bus for today.

Internet Smarts 101 Seminar

Tuesday February 5th at EHS Auditorium 7pm. Come win an Xbox 360! Find out about the ins and outs of how the internet can affect you and your children's present and future success. Read more information about Tuesday / View Internet Safety section of website.

Superintendent of Schools Announced!

The SAU 16 Joint Board is pleased to announce that Michael Morgan, currently Superintendent of Schools in Barrington NH, has agreed to serve as our next Superintendent. Mike will officially assume the position on July 1, 2008.

New CMS Website

The Cooperative Middle School has implemented a makeover of their website. A team of a dozen teachers, staff and technical resources worked for the past year to decide on a new look and system that will be easier to keep everyone informed.

Electronics Recycling Fundraiser

Project Prom/Project Graduation is holding an Electronics Recycling Fundraiser at the Exeter Town Hall on Saturday, January 26th 8:30am-1:30pm. The cost to recycle ranges from $5.00 for a keyboard/mouse to $15.00 for a computer monitor or TV. Please clean out your basement, attic, or garage. Bring your old DVD players, VCRs, hard drives, CPUs, etc and help support Project Prom/Project Graduation. It's tax-deductible and we'll even help you unload your stuff!

CMS Drama - Guys and Dolls Jr.

The middle school drama club is rehearsing for their upcoming production on March 13th at 7:00pm, March 14th at 7:00pm, and March 15th at 1:00pm. All performances are in the Meehan Auditorium at CMS.

Adult Education Classes - Something for Everyone!

Enrollment for the new semester continues through January for: GED Preparation, Adult Basic Education, English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), & Adult High School Diploma programs. The Enrichment Program offerings include courses in: Computers, Finance, Health & Body, Home & Craft, Personal & Professional Development. View the Adult Ed website to see a complete listing of courses and specific registration information.

Possible Telephone Sales Fraud

Parents Beware! The administration at Exeter High has been notified that someone is making calls to students' homes trying to sell study CD's for SAT preparation. They are calling during the day and requesting credit card information. Exeter High School is not sponsoring nor endorsing any such sale. Be careful as this may be a scam.

Superintendent Candidates Public Forum

The public will have the opportunity to meet and ask questions of the four finalists for the SAU 16 Superintendent position on Monday January 7th at EHS from 6-9pm.

GBeCS Meeting Cancelled Thursday Dec. 13

Due to the weather forecast for Thursday, the GBeCS Trustees meeting that was scheduled for 4:30pm has been cancelled.

After-School Activities Cancelled Thursday Dec. 13

All after-school activities have been cancelled for Thursday December 13th, 2007 in light of the impending storm.

EHS Guidance News

The EHS Guidance department has information to share about financial aid forms, SAT registration, PSAT scores and an Air Force Academy/ROTC information nigh. Read details on these topics.

EHS SKID Driving School

Car crashes are the leading cause of death among our nation's teenagers, and New Hampshire is no stranger to this trend. Parents often feel helpless considering their student's driving - you raise your teen responsibly, you send them to Driver Ed, they practice with you as much as possible - and still, accidents happen. On December 4th. at 7:00 PM, representatives from Stevens Advanced Driver Training will visit EHS to present a vital step in helping to keep your teen crash free: Skid School. Come hear about the only program in New Hampshire designed to give your teen the real-life, hands-on training they need to help avoid crashes, and the attitude it takes to make responsible decisions on the road. Remaining sessions for the year include December 15th and December 29th. For more information, visit www.skidschool.us.

EHS Fundraisers - Pies & Blankets

PIE GUY-Fresh pies for Thanksgiving. Order deadline November 12 Email or call 778-3133 for pie list. $10 per pie. Pick up pie or send home with your child on Tues, November 20 between 9:30 and noon. Other delivery options can be arranged. BLANKETS-Eight are available for immediate sale just in time for this weekend's football game!!! Navy bags with EHS Logo and Blue Hawk - folds into a carrying bag - one side waterproof, the other side warm! Call Pam at 778-3133 or email to order. $42 each, with proceeds to the Class of 2009.

EHS Jr. Prom Committee Meeting Thursday Nov. 1

If you are interested in getting involved in putting together this year's Junior Prom (parents and students) please attend a meeting this Thursday night (11/1/07) beginning at 6:30 pm at EHS in the Roy Morissette room. More info. on Jr. Prom page.

Exeter Adult Ed. Voting Information

Exeter Adult Education's Program Director, Leslie Haslam, is NH Co-Chair of VERA, Voter Education, Registration, and Action, a non-partisan effort aimed at adult learners to educate then about voting and the topical electoral issues, and mobilize them to vote. Every class covers voting and registration procedures and current election issues and every Adult Ed. student is strongly encouraged to have a voice in the election process.

EHS Senior Grades

Attention Seniors! If you had the guidance department send your college transcripts for November 1 deadlines and now would like 1st quarter grades to be sent you need to notify Mrs. Murphy in Guidance. You will need to fill out a form for each request as well.

EHS College Financial Aid Night

On November 15, 2007 the Guidance Department will sponsor a Financial Aid Night Seminar at 6:30 PM in the Auditorium of Exeter High School. At that time Michael Spillane, Financial Aid Officer from the UNH will speak about the Financial Aid Process. He will cover how to complete the FAFSA and what information to expect on the Student Aid Report that is returned to you. Information on how to obtain the FAFSA, Free Application for Federal Student Aid, will be available in the Guidance Office for seniors applying for financial aid for college prior to the Christmas break. The FAFSA cannot be filed until after January 1, 2008. Students and parents can also submit their application via the internet by accessing the FAFSA website. Please join us for this very informative program.

EHS Evening Athletic Activities

After discussion with the Exeter Police and Fire Departments, who have been in contact with the State Health Officer, it has been determined that the threat of Triple E virus is diminished more in the evening than in the late afternoon. With this information, it is their opinion that it is safe to resume outside evening athletic activities at Exeter High School. Please access the EHS athletic schedules for specifics.

EHS Drama Performance

The drama club will perform Jack and the Beanstalk Sunday, October 14th at 1:00pm in the EHS Auditorium. Free admission. View pictures.

EHS Modified Schedule for Testing

Exeter High School will have a modified schedule Oct. 10, 11 and 12 to accomodate Grade 11 NECAP testing. Grade 11 students will follow their regular-day morning bus schedule. Students in grades 9, 10 and 12 will arrive at 9:40am for a Delayed Opening Schedule. View letters to parents.

SST Open House

The Seacoast School of Technology will have open house on Wed. Oct. 10th 6:00-8:00pm. View details (pdf).

EHS Open House

Exeter High School open house is Thursday October 4th 6:30-9:30pm. View details on EHS Parent Resources.

CMS Open Houses

The Coop. Middle School is holding open houses this week by grade. Tuesday night, Sept. 25th, from 6-7:30 for parents of 6th graders; Wednesday night, Sept. 26th, from 6-7:30 for parents of 7th graders and Thursday night, Sept. 27th, from 6-7:30 for parents of 8th graders.

NH SNAKS Program

The NH Healthy Schools Coalition, the state affiliate of Action for Healthy Kids, will hold their Annual meeting on October 5th at EHS from 9am-2pm. The NH SNAKS program will be launched and the student creators from GBeCS will be recognized. You can help identify food items that you would like to see available in schools throughout NH. Cooking classes can also be observed. There is no cost to attend, and you can register at the door. For more information call 603-642-4255. View brochure announcement (pdf).

Health & Wellness Lecture Series

Exeter Hospital holds an informational lecture series - view the fall topics and schedule (pdf).

TLC Open House

The Tuck Learning Campus facility will be open from 5:30 to 6:45 Monday September 17, 2007 for anyone interested in visiting the updated facilities for many different facilities. View the TLC section of the website for information on who shares this space. The open house does NOT include SST or the Tuck Wing businesses (in the old Tuck wing).

EHS Parent Advisory Group

The first meeting of the PAG will be Wednesday, September 19, at 7:00 PM in the Roy Morrisette Room (Room E136) at Exeter High School. This meeting will feature Coach Bill Ball who will be discussing Athletics and Policies. There will be plenty of time for questions and answers. All parents are welcome to attend. For more information and schedule on PAG, view website.

Guidance College Information

The guidance department at EHS will sponsor a senior college planning night on Thursday, Sept. 13th at 6:30pm in the auditorium. The program will focus on the college search process featuring guest speaker Mr. Jay Hauser from NHHEAF. Parents are encouraged to attend this program with their child. The UNH college fair will be held Sept. 27th and 28th - view more info. PSATs are Oct. 20th and sign-ups are Sept. 10-24 in guidance office - more info on PSATs. View EHS Guidance website. For younger students, NHHEAF has great resources on early college planning.

EEE Virus Information

Due to the recent incident of a Newfield’s student, who is a member of the Cooperative Middle School, contracting the EEE virus, SAU 16 is issuing a press release regarding the precautions that are in place in all of the SAU 16 Schools.

Mosquito spray information (pdf).

Exeter Adult Ed. Open House

Exeter Adult Education will be holding an open house on Monday, August 27th from 6:30-8:00pm. If you are interested in learning more about their GED, Diploma and Enrichment programs, please stop by at the Tuck Learning Campus, 30 Linden Street. View website.

EHS bus transportation Freshman Orientation

There WILL BE regular bus transportation for Exeter High School Freshman Orientation (9th grade students only) on the morning of Tuesday August 28, 2007. Students will return home by bus after 12:10 PM dismissal. View bus routes.

Tuck Learning Campus Closes early Friday Aug. 24

Due to an electrical shutdown, the SAU 16 Offices and all entities in the Tuck Learning Campus will be closing at 12:00 noon on Friday, August 24, 2007.

Coop. Budget Advisory Committee

The next meeting of the Exeter Region Cooperative School District Budget Advisory Committee will be Wednesday August 15, 2007 at 6:00pm in the SAU Conference Room at the Tuck Learning Campus, 30 Linden Street. All meeting information will be posted on the ERCSB Budget Advisory Committee web section.

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