KHS:
Our Sr. Teen PEP (teen prevention education program) class hosted a workshop at a “Day of learning” conference with other participating Teen PEP districts across New Jersey at Rider University on 5/16/24.
On Saturday, May 11, the Kearny Schools Multicultural Committee dove into the rhythmic heartbeat of Brazil through a captivating journey through the vibrant tapestry of Brazilian culture. The stage came alive with the pulsating beats of samba, the graceful movements of African dancers, and the electrifying energy of capoeira. From the infectious rhythms of percussionists to the mesmerizing agility of capoeiristas, the Brazilian Cultural Presentation was a celebration of diversity and unity. Joined by enthusiastic students and parents, participants embraced the spirit of Brazil, learning samba moves, and capturing unforgettable moments in photo ops.
KHS:
On Wednesday, May 8th, KHS celebrated Gardening Day! Our students worked hard to make our school even more beautiful by planting Spring flowers in our plaza. Not only did the students learn how to prepare the pots and soil for planting, they had fun and worked together!
We would like to send a special thank you to Mrs. Pais-Sotelo, Ms. Moran, Mrs. McKenna, Ms. Hatfield, and our paraprofessionals for assisting our students. Thank you to Mr. Almeida for taking pictures and helping to coordinate this fun day.
A big thank you to Cali Carting and Moran Towing for their continued support in providing us with the materials needed to make KHS Gardening Day happen!
KHS:
On Wednesday, May 8th, KHS celebrated Gardening Day! Our students worked hard to make our school even more beautiful by planting Spring flowers in our plaza. Not only did the students learn how to prepare the pots and soil for planting, they had fun and worked together!
We would like to send a special thank you to Mrs. Pais-Sotelo, Ms. Moran, Mrs. McKenna, Ms. Hatfield, and our paraprofessionals for assisting our students. Thank you to Mr. Almeida for taking pictures and helping to coordinate this fun day.
A big thank you to Cali Carting and Moran Towing for their continued support in providing us with the materials needed to make KHS Gardening Day happen!
KHS:
On Wednesday, May 8th, KHS celebrated Gardening Day! Our students worked hard to make our school even more beautiful by planting Spring flowers in our plaza. Not only did the students learn how to prepare the pots and soil for planting, they had fun and worked together!
We would like to send a special thank you to Mrs. Pais-Sotelo, Ms. Moran, Mrs. McKenna, Ms. Hatfield, and our paraprofessionals for assisting our students. Thank you to Mr. Almeida for taking pictures and helping to coordinate this fun day.
A big thank you to Cali Carting and Moran Towing for their continued support in providing us with the materials needed to make KHS Gardening Day happen!
KHS:
On Wednesday, May 8th, KHS celebrated Gardening Day! Our students worked hard to make our school even more beautiful by planting Spring flowers in our plaza. Not only did the students learn how to prepare the pots and soil for planting, they had fun and worked together!
We would like to send a special thank you to Mrs. Pais-Sotelo, Ms. Moran, Mrs. McKenna, Ms. Hatfield, and our paraprofessionals for assisting our students. Thank you to Mr. Almeida for taking pictures and helping to coordinate this fun day.
A big thank you to Cali Carting and Moran Towing for their continued support in providing us with the materials needed to make KHS Gardening Day happen!
KHS:
On Wednesday, May 8th, KHS celebrated Gardening Day! Our students worked hard to make our school even more beautiful by planting Spring flowers in our plaza. Not only did the students learn how to prepare the pots and soil for planting, they had fun and worked together!
We would like to send a special thank you to Mrs. Pais-Sotelo, Ms. Moran, Mrs. McKenna, Ms. Hatfield, and our paraprofessionals for assisting our students. Thank you to Mr. Almeida for taking pictures and helping to coordinate this fun day.
A big thank you to Cali Carting and Moran Towing for their continued support in providing us with the materials needed to make KHS Gardening Day happen!
KHS:
Please come and support Kearny High School students.
KHS:
Congratulations to the KHS Visual & Performing Art Department for their amazing art and stellar performances at the Hudson County Teen Art Festival in April!
Due to receiving Top Honors in the Hudson County Teen Art Festival, KHS Concert Band under the direction of Mr. Danny Conde, soloist Brandon Maddatu-Wong and duet Jovan Lire and Paulo Acevedo under the direction of Ms. Gonzalez will be heading to the NJ State Festival on June 5!
KHS K-Birds, vocal soloist, duets and piano soloist took the stage at The Hudson County Alliance of Teen Arts at NJCU on Tuesday, April 16. The students did an amazing job!
Mr. Pamaar and Ms. Crespo accompanied the K-Birds in the Margaret Williams Theatre. Ms. Gonzalez conducted the K-Birds in the Large Group Vocal Ensemble. Although the K-Birds did not place, their performance was stellar and extremely moving! Mr. Pamaar and Ms. Crespo accompanied the vocal soloists and duets. Under the direction of Ms. Gonzalez, the following students received Judges Awards: Haley Felix for her solo, Josephine Brizuela and Bolivar Suero for their Duet. Jovan Lire & Paulo Acevedo took Top Honors for their Duet!
Mr. Conde's student, Brandon Maddatu-Wong received a Top Honors Award for his piano solo of Debussy and Miguel Pinero won a Judges Award for his solo on guitar.
It was an amazing day for KHS!!
Under the direction of Ms. Gonzalez, the following groups received Judges Awards at the Hudson County Teen Art Festival on Wednesday, April 17
Small Group, Mama will Provide
Large Group When You're an Addams
Visual Art Award Winners:
Top Honor:
Agustina Ensal "Swinging By" (Mr. McShane)
Judges Awards:
Maria J Chagas Barbosa "Filters" (Mr. Neto)
Cristian Ramos Pereira "On the Fence” (Mr. McShane)
Barbara Pereira "Sugar Skill” (Mr. Neto)
Maria J. Chagas Barbosa " Bitter Sweetness” (Mr. Neto)
Maria J. Chagas Barbosa "Who am I?" (Mr. Neto)
Stefany Argote Gomez "Bright Sky" Mr. Neto)
The Kearny School District is proud to announce that the 2023 KHS Yearbook staff has been recognized by Varsity Yearbook for outstanding production. Lamp Post Volume 29, entitled Through The Eyes of the Kardinal, has been inducted into Varsity Yearbook's "Portfolio" anthology. Out of over 1,744 yearbooks considered, Volume 29 is among 77 other yearbooks chosen for the anthology, having demonstrated innovative design and exemplary visual and verbal elements. Congratulations to Yearbook advisor Ms. Ashley Dlugosh and her 2023 yearbook staff for a truly outstanding achievement! 🏆
KHS:
KHS Teacher Appreciation Week!
A special thank you to the Kearny School District personnel for their fun facts trivial questions for our teachers! Thank you to Mr. Watts for being the Master of Ceremonies and Mr. Savage for assisting with answering the phone lines!:))
Mr. Viscuso Board member
Mrs. Delima District Director
Ms. Biondo District Supervisor
KHS:
KHS Teacher Appreciation Week!
A special thank you to the Kearny School District personnel for their fun facts trivial questions for our teachers! Thank you to Mr. Watts for being the Master of Ceremonies and Mr. Savage for assisting with answering the phone lines!:))
Mr. Viscuso Board member
Mrs. Delima District Director
Ms. Biondo District Supervisor
KHS:
KHS Teacher Appreciation Week!
A special thank you to the Kearny School District personnel for their fun facts trivial questions for our teachers! Thank you to Mr. Watts for being the Master of Ceremonies and Mr. Savage for assisting with answering the phone lines!:))
Mr. Viscuso Board member
Mrs. Delima District Director
Ms. Biondo District Supervisor
KHS:
KHS Teacher Appreciation Week!
A special thank you to the Kearny School District personnel for their fun facts trivial questions for our teachers! Thank you to Mr. Watts for being the Master of Ceremonies and Mr. Savage for assisting with answering the phone lines!:))
Mr. Viscuso Board member
Mrs. Delima District Director
Ms. Biondo District Supervisor
KHS:
Congratulations to the Visual Art students listed below and their teachers, Mr. Neto and Mr. McShane!! The students will be honored at the Hudson County Teen Art Award Ceremony tomorrow night.
Visual Art Award Winners:
Top Honor:
Agustina Ensal "Swinging By" (Mr. McShane)
Judges Awards:
Maria J Chagas Barbosa "Filters" (Mr. Neto)
Cristian Ramos Pereira "On the Fence" ( Mr. McShane)
Barbara Pereira "Sugar Skill" (Mr. Neto)
Maria J. Chagas Barbosa " Bitter Sweetness" (Mr. Neto)
Maria J. Chagas Barbosa "Who am I?" (Mr. Neto)
Stefany Argote Gomez "Bright Sky" Mr. Neto)
Thank you,
Kathleen A. Astrella
District Supervisor of Visual & Performing Arts
KHS:
Congratulations to the Visual Art students listed below and their teachers, Mr. Neto and Mr. McShane!! The students will be honored at the Hudson County Teen Art Award Ceremony tomorrow night.
Visual Art Award Winners:
Top Honor:
Agustina Ensal "Swinging By" (Mr. McShane)
Judges Awards:
Maria J Chagas Barbosa "Filters" (Mr. Neto)
Cristian Ramos Pereira "On the Fence" ( Mr. McShane)
Barbara Pereira "Sugar Skill" (Mr. Neto)
Maria J. Chagas Barbosa " Bitter Sweetness" (Mr. Neto)
Maria J. Chagas Barbosa "Who am I?" (Mr. Neto)
Stefany Argote Gomez "Bright Sky" Mr. Neto)
Thank you,
Kathleen A. Astrella
District Supervisor of Visual & Performing Arts
A special thank you for Teacher Appreciation Week from KHS SGA
KHS:
A special thank you for Teacher Appreciation Week from KHS SGA
KHS:
The KHS Concert Band has recently achieved the prestigious ranking of Top Honors at the Hudson County Alliance of Teen Arts, a remarkable accomplishment that places us among the top three bands in the entire Hudson County. This achievement is particularly noteworthy as it marks the first time in our knowledge that the KHS Concert Band has received such an honor.
This success is a testament to the dedication and hard work of our band students. Despite starting with only about 12 students last year, the Concert Band has grown to include over 60 members, a testament to their commitment and passion for music. Their efforts, practicing morning and afternoon, have truly paid off, leading to a significant improvement in their musical abilities.
We would also like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to our Band Parents for their unwavering support, encouraging our musicians to continue playing and practicing. Additionally, we are grateful to our administration at KHS for their support in our efforts to become a top-ranking Concert Band.
Our success would not have been possible without the guidance and expertise of our outstanding music teachers, Mr. Caravella, Mr. Pammar, Ms. Chen, and Ms. Gonzalez. Their dedication to our students' musical development has been instrumental in our achievements.
Finally, we would like to express our deepest appreciation to Ms. Astrella, our Visual and Performing Arts Supervisor. Her tireless efforts and commitment to excellence have provided invaluable support to the Visual and Performing Arts department, ensuring that our students have access to the very best resources and opportunities.
We are incredibly proud of the KHS Concert Band's accomplishments and look forward to continuing our musical journey together.
KHS:
In Ms. Solis class:
The Intro to Law Mock Trial which was conducted in the media center from April 23rd to April 29th during 2nd and 5th periods. This year's mock trial case was State of NJ v. Charlie Quinn, who faced one charge of "Killing an animal used by a law enforcement agency or search and rescue dog". The charge could have been plead to a lesser offense of "Needlessly Killing of a Living Animal." The final verdict was NOT GUILTY on the charge of killing an animal used by law enforcement, but GUILTY on the lesser offence of "Needlessly Killing of a Living Animal". Ms. Laquitano and myself evaluated the performance of period 2 and period 5 mock trials, utilizing a competition rubric and a score sheet. The final result of the mock trial competition: Period 2 Winner (361pts) and Period 5 (323pts) 2nd place
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