WEST DEPTFORD HIGH SCHOOL 

EAGLE NEWS – May 11, 2018 

In a couple of weeks, all 11th grade WDHS students will be taking the newly revised state science assessment – the NJSLA-S (New Jersey Students Learning Assessment for Science). In order to ensure optimal testing conditions for those students who will be testing on these two days, there will be a delayed opening for all other students who are NOT testing.

On May 21st and May 22nd - All students enrolled in 11th grade and who have been notified will be taking the NJSLA-S exam.

Mon., May 21st Tues., May 22nd Unit 1 and Unit 2

7:30am start time Unit 3 and Unit 4

7:30am start time On the above testing dates, all 11th grade students who are testing will report to school at their regularly scheduled start time (7:30am). It is imperative that all students assigned to testing are present each day, arrive on time, and leave their cell phones at home or place them in their lockers upon arrival. If your child has a cell phone on his/her person during the testing period, he/she will be removed from the test session and could risk the chance of having the test VOIDED. We are asking that you work with us to reinforce the importance of leaving the cell phone in the lockers as this is a state test of record requirement. We do not want to endanger anyone’s chances of having a test voided for this purpose. Thank you in advance for your assistance! Those students in classes who are not scheduled to take the NJSLA-S as outlined above will have a delayed arrival to school on these testing days. A second run of buses will pick up these students at their usual bus stops and bring them to school. Bus drivers will announce to the students the time they should be at their bus stops for these days. A general rule of thumb, however, is if students are usually at their bus stop thirty minutes before the start of a regular school day, they should also report to their bus stop thirty minutes prior to the start of the delayed school day. For example, those students who arrive at their bus stop by 7:00am for a 7:30am start on a regularly scheduled school day should arrive at the bus stop by 9:45am for a 10:15am start on the delayed school day. Students who drive to school should report by 10:15am each day. On May 21st and May 22nd ALL non-testing 9th – 10th grade students - Report directly to the high school gymnasium upon arrival at 10:15am. - Students who do not report on time will be marked late to school and could serve subsequent disciplinary consequences. ALL non-testing 12th grade students - Report directly to the high school auditorium upon arrival at 10:15am. - Students who do not report on time will be marked late to school and could serve subsequent disciplinary consequences. Once testing is completed each day, ALL students will report to their HR for attendance and then Periods 4-7 (lunch periods). Each testing day will conclude with an additional period (May 21st – period 1; May 22nd – period 3). Periods 2 and 8 will not be seen on either of these testing dates. These details will be disseminated to the students by their classroom teachers the week prior to testing AND will be displayed in HR each day. I would be happy to clarify/answer any questions you may have about our testing procedures and schedule. If you should have any questions, please contact me. Sincerely, Mrs. Kelly A. Clark Assistant Principal for Curriculum and Instruction School Testing Coordinator Graduation Coordinator

Principal Notes: 

Congratulations to our “TOP 5” graduating seniors for being honored at the Academic Excellence Banquet 

during a ceremony held at Adelphia’s Restaurant on Monday evening.  Our students celebrated and shared 

their academic achievement with all high schools across Gloucester County. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

APRIL STUDENT OF THE MONTH: 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

GUIDANCE DEPARTMENT NEWS:

Seniors:  

FREE $$$$! Many new scholarship opportunities have been posted for seniors. Check out the listing on Naviance as well as the list of local scholarships and awards under the Guidance tab on the high school homepage.

Seniors are reminded to update their Naviance account when they receive college acceptance, wait‐list, or non-acceptance notification from colleges. Students must also indicate in Naviance where they plan to attend (once they make their decision) so that Guidance can send their final transcripts.

FREE SAT PREP CLASSES: 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

RENAISSANCE NEWS:  

Save the Date!! 

Renaissance 2nd Annual WDHS Car Show 

May 19, 2018 

If you would like to show your car or be a vendor at our Car Show, please look at the Renaissance page on 

the WDHS website for forms and costs. https://sites.google.com/a/wdeptford.k12.nj.us/renaissance‐

club/home/car‐show‐and‐vendor‐fair‐ details 

   

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

    

 

DECA NEWS: 

DECA National Qualifiers enjoyed a successful leadership conference in Atlanta, GA this 

week. In addition to attending academies and competing, students enjoyed touring The 

World of Coca‐Cola, the Georgia Aquarium, a tour of Chick‐Fil‐A national headquarters, a 

behind the scenes tour of the Walking Dead, and attended a DECA exclusive Andy Grammer 

concert!  

Pictured left: Joshua Smith, Vincent Tate, and Julianna Stauffer 

 

 

KEY CLUB NEWS: 

DONATIONS NEEDED 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NATIONAL ART HONOR SOCIETY NEWS: 

NAHS would like to invite all students who painted murals at   Oakview to attend the Board Meeting on May 21. They will be recognized for their contribution to the community. 

 

 

 

 

 

  

 

 

NAHS NEWS: 

A Generation of learning  

Mrs. Richardson (pictured right)taught Mrs Hicks (pictured center) who now is an 

Art teacher at Oakview and Mrs. Richardson is teaching her daughter Abby (picture 

left)who is now a National Art Honor Society Member. The creative juices just keep 

flowing and growing. 

 

 

Special thanks to National Art Honor Society and Art Club as they ventured to 

Oakview, on May 7, 2018, and taught a lesson on wax relief. Hannah Hunter 

discussed the process of the lava lamp. Tim Pierce created a mini power point and 

talked about Van Gogh. Sam Bicking explained the symbolism and related it to the 

Sun Flowers of Van Gogh. 

 

 

 

 

National Art Honor Society would like to thank and highlight two of our students for helping and volunteering for the 

West Deptford Township Book Festival.  

Tommy Cairns spent the duration of the event 10 am ‐ 3 pm Saturday at RiverWinds volunteering as a food runner and helping at the arts and crafts table.  Vishwa Patel volunteered from 12 pm‐ 3 pm on Saturday and did a great job helping young children make bookmarks at the arts and crafts table all afternoon. Vishwa also volunteered at the PAAC Club car wash event before volunteering at the library. Although she was tired, she came with a bright smile on her face. 

  We are very appreciative of both       students taking time out of their busy schedules to assist them. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NATIONAL ART HONOR SOCIETY NEWS:  

The National Art Honor Society would like to take this time to congratulate all who participated in the WDHS 

Talent show on Friday, May, 4th. It was a complete success.  Special thanks to Graduate and past NAHS 

Member Caitlin Thorson, Junior Director, who helped make it all happen. Without her expertise and 

organizational skills, the program would not have run as smoothly. Additional kudos go out to NAHS Members 

Katherine Yarusso, Kolby Green and Mr. Pustie for emceeing the event. We raised over $700 and collected and 

donated over 2 cases of can goods to the Dream Center. This event continues to be a huge success, and it 

wouldn't be possible without the dedication of those involved.  

 

 

        

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

 

 

    

       

 

 

 

Thank you to everyone involved in making this 

night a success! 

 

 

TEACHER APPRECIATION CAR WASH:  

W.D.H.S P.A.A.C Club would like to thank all the teachers who came out to get their 

car washed in honor of Teacher Appreciation week. The day was a great success, and 

we enjoyed taking the time to show you just how much we care.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

YOUTH LEADERSHIP FUNDRAISER: 

 

Come out to Mrs. Cepurneac's Celebrity Scoop Night Fundraiser on Monday, May 14th! Ten percent of the store's profit will help send a WDHS student to NJ HOBY, a youth leadership and service seminar. The fundraiser will be held from 5:30 - 7:30 PM at the Woodbury Rita's on Broad Street. 

 

 

 

 

SADD (STUDENTS AGAINST DESTRUCTIVE DECISIONS) NEWS:  

In preparation for our annual prom, WDHS’ SADD club is taking precautions to ensure the Class of 2018 make wise and smart decisions this weekend.  With the cooperation of the West Deptford Police Department, we conducted a mock DUI stop to send a hard‐hitting reminder to students of the dangers and consequences of unsafe driving behaviors, such as drinking and driving, driving while distracted, driving at dangerous speeds, and not buckling up. Representatives  from Southwest Council and Humble Beginnings were also on hand to make presentations on the topics of making good healthy life choices regarding substance abuse and drinking and driving. 

 

MUSIC DEPARTMENT FUNDRAISERS:  Come out and support our WDHS Marching Band at Cinder Bar from Sunday, May 13th through Thursday, May 17th and a chunk of the proceeds will be donated back to the Marching  Band Parent Association.               

Get pampered at VIP nails and the WDHS Music Department earns 20% of the proceeds.                    ASSOCIATION OF BLACK WOMEN LAWYERS 2018 LAW DAY COMPETITION: