School Days

Compiled by: Jen Campbell
Bishop McHugh
Kaitlyn Fox, an eighth grader at Bishop McHugh Regional Catholic School, recently won first place in the Physics Category of the Junior Division at the 35th Jersey Shore Science Fair held at The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey on March 20. Fox now advances to compete at Delaware Valley Science Fair April 6-8 at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks, Pa.
Fox, who has an interest in Physics, submitted her science fair project at Bishop McHugh Regional Catholic School in early February to compete at the grade school level. Her project, “How Does the Changing of the Launch Angle Effect the Projectiles’ Travel Distance,” won her first place in the physics division at the grade school’s fair.
In next week’s competition, Fox will go up against 135 first, second and third-place winners in the sixth, seventh and eighth grades from New Jersey, Delaware and Philadelphia.
Cape Christian Academy
The puppet teams at Cape Christian Academy recently took second in the regional speech meet for the Association of Christian Schools, International. In addition to preparing for the meet, the puppet teams recently performed at Seashore Nazarene Daycare and Church Street Christian School. Each year the puppet teams travel to local nursing and rehabilitation centers on Good Friday, performing and delivering food baskets. They are planning to visit Court House Convalescent and Crest Haven this year.
Cape May Technical
Looking for a summer job or maybe some part-time work in the months ahead? Or are you seeking full-time work? Match your needs with those of local employers on Thursday, May 6, at the Cape May County Technical School District’s Job Fair.
The event will run from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. in the Multi-Purpose Activity Center and is open to the public, including high school and post-secondary students. The event is free of charge and assistance will also be available to help with the job application process.
Representatives from the Workforce Investment Board and other local businesses will be on site with job opportunities for summer employment plus full and part-time jobs.
Are you thinking about pursuing further education? Information will also be available about high school and adult education programs at the Technical School District and Atlantic Cape Community College.
If you are an employer who would like to participate in the job fair or if you need additional information, contact Betsy Satterfield 465-2161, ext. 644 or satterfield@capemaytech.com
In other Tech news, students from the Travel, Tourism and Marketing program at Cape May Tech recently attended a Career Path Day at the Trump Marina Resort.
They were welcomed by Teresa Davila, vice president of Hotel Operations and attended presentations by Linda Hughes, Director of Casino Services and Eva Campbell, Director of Catering and Convention Services.
They were the guests of the Atlantic City Hotel & Lodging Association at a luncheon with guest speaker John Siciliano from the Wildwoods Convention Center.
Dennis
The Dennis Township boys basketball team had a big night on March 15. They played Port Norris in none other than the Wachovia Center in Philadelphia, before enjoying a 76ers game.
The DT Hawks played their hearts out and defeated Port Norris by a substantial margin. This is the second year for the city trip and hopefully the Hawks will make it again in 2011. Congrats guys!
Middle Township
The committee for the Middle Township High School After Prom Party came up with a new fundraiser; it’s a flock of flamingos they plant on someone’s lawn. The person who was “flocked” is asked to make a donation, then the committee removes the flamingos and off they fly to another house.
The fundraiser kicked-off March 13, by flocking Peg O’Donnell, former After Prom Party Co-Chair.
The After Prom Party is a major event designed to keep kids safe following the high school prom, which is planned for April 24 this year. Their goal is to keep kids away from drugs and alcohol by providing a festive party.
The After Prom Party is open to all Middle Township High School Juniors and Seniors (whether attending the prom or not) and their prom guests. This social gathering of nearly 400 students runs from 11:30 pm until 5:00 am.
The evening features games, music, entertainment, food and prizes. The event is organized and hosted by parents and is free to all students.
Be sure to keep an eye out to see where the “flock” lands next. Your yard could be next! If you are “flocked”, call After Prom Party Co-chair, Sue Cawley at 602.4760 or send an e-mail to afterpromparty@comcast.net to pledge a donation.
To make a monetary donation please send your check to: MTHS After Prom Party Committee, 300 E. Atlantic Avenue, Cape May Court House, NJ 08210.
To make a food or prize donation please e-mail afterpromparty@comcast.net.
In other Middle news, Elementary #s 1 & 2 recently hosted a Scholastic Book Fair, sponsored and run by the Middle Township PTA.
Book Fair chair Amy Young arranged for volunteers to help out during family events such as Reading Night and Multicultural night. Record sales were reported, as the schools sold over $24,000 in books!
Students and teachers received a 15% discount during the nighttime events in addition to being open during the school day for a total of ten days! Students were able to shop during their library time.
St. Ann
Principal, Sister Sheila Murphy of St. Ann Regional, along with 8th grade teacher Marie Peltier and 7th grade teacher Jeanine McGee congratulate the 1st and 2nd place winners of the Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians essay contest.
The LAOH sponsor the annual event and this year’s theme was: ‘The Role of Women in the 1916 Easter Rebellion’. 8th grade student Sarah McBride won 1st place and 2nd place was awarded to fellow 8th grader Jack Winans.
Honorable Mention was awarded to: Jacob Versaggi and Mia Capozzoli.
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