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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!

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!

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 KHS Concert Band was invited to perform three pieces at the NJCU Concert last night. The students are a phenomenal group and Mr. Conde and Mr. Pamaar made KHS very 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 student 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!! Thank you Mrs. Astrella!!

KHS: The KHS Concert Band was invited to perform three pieces at the NJCU Concert last night. The students are a phenomenal group and Mr. Conde and Mr. Pamaar made KHS very 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 student 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!! Thank you Mrs. Astrella!!

KHS: The KHS Concert Band was invited to perform three pieces at the NJCU Concert last night. The students are a phenomenal group and made Mr. Conde and Mr. Pamaar made KHS very 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 student 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!! Thank you Mrs. Astrella!!

KHS: A professional visited the Broadcasting classes today: Today Mr. Zack Carlascio visited the KHS Broadcasting students to present a workshop on the use of lighting, shot framing, and composition to create emotion through cinematography. Zack presented a PowerPoint presentation for the students that engaged them in an active discussion on their interpretation of scenes from various hit series and films. Together we led the class in a worksheet activity to reinforce what they learned before transitioning to a hands-on demonstration. During the demonstration, Zack worked with student volunteers to demonstrate the lighting process step by step using his professional equipment including RGB lighting and 4K camera. The students tremendously benefited from hearing Zack's personal experiences in the industry, listening to his lecture on the importance of lighting and framing in film, and participating in his demonstration. Great Job!!!

KHS: A professional visited the Broadcasting classes today: Today Mr. Zack Carlascio visited the KHS Broadcasting students to present a workshop on the use of lighting, shot framing, and composition to create emotion through cinematography. Zack presented a PowerPoint presentation for the students that engaged them in an active discussion on their interpretation of scenes from various hit series and films. Together we led the class in a worksheet activity to reinforce what they learned before transitioning to a hands-on demonstration. During the demonstration, Zack worked with student volunteers to demonstrate the lighting process step by step using his professional equipment including RGB lighting and 4K camera. The students tremendously benefited from hearing Zack's personal experiences in the industry, listening to his lecture on the importance of lighting and framing in film, and participating in his demonstration. Great Job!!!

KHS: Segunda Quimbamba Folkloric Center Inc.- Nannette Hernandez, Director of Development and Education Initiatives and Juan Hernandez, percussionist. A non-profit cultural arts organization steeped in the traditions of Afro-Puerto Rican Drums and Dances: Bomba y Plena have been working with the Intro to Dance class period 1 and the Academy Dance class period 2 every Wednesday. We have received the award letter from Hudson County for the AIE grant and are excited to work with Segunda to provide an enriching arts program. Their passion and pride is evident in bringing the roots of Afro-Puerto Rican music, drums, and dances to the students, as they learn about them and their cultures. Thank you Mrs. Astrella for all you do for KHS!!

KHS: Yesterday at Kearny High School, students had the opportunity to learn more about Kean University. Daniel Flores Caceres, an admissions representative from the university, gave students an overview of the college's academic programs, majors/career paths, scholarship opportunities, and campus life. Students participated in discussions and asked relevant questions which helped them glean more insight into what life at the university is like! Thank you to the Counseling Department!!

KHS: The KHS Auto 1 and Auto 2 classes went on a field trip to UTI in Bloomfield NJ and to Cummings Motors in Kearny. Students in both classes had the opportunity to visit a highly regarded school in the automotive and diesel industry for a possible post secondary education in those fields. Students got a first hand look of the experience and knowledge they would receive if they attended the school. Kearny currently has an articulation with UTI and a valued relationship to help students become successful technicians in the automotive/diesel world. Very Nice!!!

KHS: In Ms. Biondo's class, Mr. Pat Verile an associate from Berkeley college admissions and community relations came in to their class today to speak to the students regarding healthcare programs offered and campus life at Berkeley.

Ms. Marshall’s Freshman Seminar classes took a walk back in time, exploring past Kearny High yearbooks in the Media Center. During their nostalgic journey, they utilized this time to think about which has changed at KHS and what has stood the test of time. To culminate their activity, they wrote a reflective letter to their senior selves about their predicted accomplishments during their time at KHS and captioned senior quotes!

Our dedicated dental assisting students hone their skills through hands-on practice with Almagam fillings, demonstrating their passion for helping their future patients achieve healthy and beautiful smiles.

KHS: Congratulations to Kearny Boys Soccer team for their win over Westfield by the score of 3 -2 in OT!! They will now play in the Finals Saturday against Somerset. Good Luck Kards!!!

KHS: Congratulations to Kearny Boys Soccer team for their win over Westfield by the score of 3 -2 in OT!! They will now play in the Finals Saturday against Somerset. Good Luck Kards!!!

KHS: Congratulations to Kearny Boys Soccer team for their win over Westfield by the score of 3 -2 in OT!! They will now play in the Finals Saturday against Somerset. Good Luck Kards!!!

KHS: We ended our Career Week with owner and operator of the Spanish Pavilion, Michael Fernandez. Mr. Fernandez made cookies with the students as well as explaining how his career began. He took questions from the students and staff. A great time enjoyed by all!! Thank you Mr. Fernandez and Ms. Hatfield!!!

KHS: KHS Boys Soccer Team defeats Clifton 2 to 1!!! We host the next round Wednesday, November 8th at Harvey Field!!