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KHS: November Student of the Month The following students were nominated by their teachers due to academic success, teamwork, leadership, perseverance and diligence! Visual & Performing Arts Gabriela Guerra Anna Petelski Juan Carlos Alvarado History Department Rubi Flores Arichabala Adryel Garcia Ferreira Sriram Kathiravel Nahomy Garcia Martinez Isabella Portela Mesquita Gabriella Catrambone Math Department Valerie Marquez Alanize Mendoza James Quiguango Olivia Covello Nahomy Garcia Martinez English Department Dylan Josue Fernandez-Ochoa Language Department Maria Ochoa Padron Estrella Aguilar Cruz Science Department Nahomy Romero Alvarez Marie Silva Kaitlyn Loguidice Physical Education Department Xavier Oliver Athletics Tiago Esteves Isabelle Moura Occupational Education Matthew Ramirez

Congratulations to our November Athletes of the Month. Olivia Covello - Girls Soccer & Hans Zoller - Boys Soccer.

Congratulations to the Boys Varsity Bowling team who opened their season with a 5-2 win over Snyder. The team was led by Ryan Valli who had a team-high game of 241 & series of 659. Wesley Furbino chipped in with a high game of 224, Miguel Matos a 202, Daniel Whitehead a 156 & Omar Melendez a 139. Ryan was also named to the preseason 3rd team all-state team by NJ.com

Attention KHS Seniors! Join us for a virtual meeting on Tuesday, December 5th to learn more about the benefits of earning the Seal of Biliteracy.

KHS: During the month of November, we discussed Thanksgiving traditions each us had during this Holiday. We worked on budgets for our Feast and even cut coupons. The students had a blast. Today was the payoff for their hard work. Thank you to Mr. Fernandez, The Spanish Pavillion for donating the food to our students!! Fun was had by all!!!

KHS: During the month of November, we discussed Thanksgiving traditions each us had during this Holiday. We worked on budgets for our Feast and even cut coupons. The students had a blast. Today was the payoff for their hard work. Fun was had by all!!! Ms. Hatfield

KHS: During the month of November, we discussed Thanksgiving traditions each us had during this Holiday. We worked on budgets for our Feast and even cut coupons. The students had a blast. Today was the payoff for their hard work. Fun was had by all!!! Ms. Hatfield

KHS: The TCNJ Honors Festival 2023 was held on Sunday, November 19 at 4:00PM in the Kendall Mainstage Theatre. The Gold Ensemble, Blue Ensemble and Jazz Band played. Gold Ensemble Program: Florentiner March Julius Fucik/arr. Lake At Twilight Tyler Grant Cajun Folk Songs LaBelle et le Capitaine, Belle Frank Ticheli Conductors: Eric Laprade & Adam Warshaksky Mr. Danny Conde nominated Fifteen KHS Concert Band students for the Honor Band. Those students auditioned and 5 students were selected for the Gold Ensemble. The students selected were: Rossy Ramirez, 9th grader, flute Brandon Maddatu-Wong, 12th grader (High-Tech), Baritone Saxophone Sarah, Fonseca, 10th grader, Oboe Joseph Gallegos, 10th grader, Trombone Allany Quinones, 10th grader (unfortunately, Allany was unable to participate), Clarinet These students were selected for the Gold Ensemble. They gave up countless hours to attend workshops and rehearse with top notch conductors from TCNJ! It was a phenomenal experience to play with highly skilled students from all over NJ and PA. There were forty high schools that participated. Mr. Conde continually affords his students opportunities that embody the highest level of play while acquiring remarkable sight reading skills! Kudos to Mr. Conde and his extraordinary students. The concert was amazing!

Attention KHS Seniors! Join us for a virtual meeting on Tuesday, December 5th to learn more about the benefits of earning the Seal of Biliteracy.

KHS: The representative "Maddy" was from Rowan University. She gave a presentation about campus life, admission process, popular majors, and athletics. The students stayed after to ask her a few questions.

The Kardinal Nation would like to thank and congratulate the KHS Concert Band who was invited to perform three pieces at the NJCU Concert. The students did an outstanding job, thanks to Mr. Conde, and have made KHS extremely proud!! It was an honor and an amazing opportunity for the students! Mr. Conde is a true inspiration and leader who continually affords our students exceptional opportunities! These experiences allow our students to grow musically and emotionally. Mr. Sanjay Pamaar was present and invaluable not only as an instructor, but as a percussionist. He truly is an amazing addition to the KHS Music Program!! Mr. Conde (Band) Mr. Pamaar (Percussion) Thank you Mrs. Astrella!! https://youtu.be/SqY8C7zzoJw https://youtu.be/tUhGDFISDIA https://youtu.be/UCwXqoEMC0s

KHS: On Friday, November 17th, members of the KHS Student Government Association attended Kean University's Diversity Council's High School Leadership Conference. While there, students were able to hear from keynote speaker, Jamar Root, about his experiences and were educated on how to discover their passion and find success. Students also were able to network with other individuals from schools all over New Jersey and work together to create action plans regarding current school issues. Several members of the SGA got up in front of a plethora of other students to ask questions and share their strategies for achieving their specific goals in relation to obstacles students face on a day-to-day basis.

KHS: KHS had its first annual Army National Guard Field Day for our Physical Education students grades 9-12 today. The students took part in soccer games, football games, boxing simulators, baseball speed and accuracy throwing and soccer target shooting. The students had a great time engaging with the army staff to enhance their skills.

KHS: KHS had its first annual Army National Guard Field Day for our Physical Education students grades 9-12 today. The students took part in soccer games, football games, boxing simulators, baseball speed and accuracy throwing and soccer target shooting. The students had a great time engaging with the army staff to enhance their skills.

KHS: KHS had its first annual Army National Guard Field Day for our Physical Education students grades 9-12 today. The students took part in soccer games, football games, boxing simulators, baseball speed and accuracy throwing and soccer target shooting. The students had a great time engaging with the army staff to enhance their skills.

KHS: In Mrs. Sansone’s Freshman and Senior English classes utilized their critical thinking, collaboration and communication skills to solve breakout rooms under the direction of Mrs. Amenta, KHS Media Specialist. One group from the morning classes was successful “breaking out.”

KHS: The West Point Society of New Jersey honors Kearny High School senior Shayla Torres with the Dwight D. Eisenhower Leadership Award. Students selected for this award exhibit exceptional performance and potential in the areas of academics, athletics, community service, good citizenship and leadership. Congratulations! Great Job!!

KHS Teen PEP Retreat 11/12 - 11/15/23 at Trout Lake Retreats in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania The Goals of our retreat are as follows: • Form a Teen PEP group and learn to work effectively as a team. • To develop the expectations for the year ahead in Teen PEP • To develop an understanding of the role of a Teen PEP peer educator • To become familiar with the concepts of group facilitation, the activity-based learning cycle, and group stages. Great time for everyone!! Thank you to the Mrs. Velez and Mr. Diglio!!!

KHS Teen PEP Retreat 11/12 - 11/15/23 at Trout Lake Retreats in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania The Goals of our retreat are as follows: • Form a Teen PEP group and learn to work effectively as a team. • To develop the expectations for the year ahead in Teen PEP • To develop an understanding of the role of a Teen PEP peer educator • To become familiar with the concepts of group facilitation, the activity-based learning cycle, and group stages. Great time for everyone!! Thank you to the Mrs. Velez and Mr. Diglio!!!

KHS: Today, twenty-nine Kearny High School students and a few school counselors traveled to Montclair State University to attend the National Career Council College Fair. Sixty-five regional colleges were represented and students had the opportunity to speak with admissions representatives and collect valuable information on each school. The event was well organized and informative. Thank you to the Counseling Department to consistently showcasing these opportunities to our students!