The Rebel Crier

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All parents/guardians and students in grades 8-11 were recently sent course registration information.

Registration opens soon, so please read these updates to get planning to choose courses for the 2024-25 school year!

On March 4th, all juniors will begin in-school SAT preparatory activities with a class meeting to review SAT test taking strategies, and complete pre-administration tasks.

On March 7th & 8th, juniors will have the opportunity to take a sample test during parent/teacher conference times. These sample tests are optional, but students are encouraged to sign up to come in and take advantage of the chance to practice.

Beginning March 11, all juniors will be pre-assigned during REBEL Block to review core concepts in English Language Arts and Math. Juniors will be receiving more information in their school email.

The SAT will be administered the week of March 25th. Juniors will be assigned a test-taking date. They will be receiving more information in their school email.

Attention Junior & Senior Girls - WE WANT YOU!

POWDER PUFF - FRI., APR. 26TH, 7PM UNDER THE LIGHTS - REBEL STADIUM

More information coming soon - reach out to Mrs. McDermott or a DECA Officer if interested in playing

When: March 11-18

Where: Various drop off locations throughout NFHS (more information coming)

BONUS: Every item you donate gets a raffle ticket - one winner from each grade & staff and the winners will receive a gift card to one of various locations in town

BE ON THE LOOKOUT FOR THIS ICONIC NEW FAIRFIELD TRADITION! We will need staff, students, parents, grandparents and younger siblings to make this the best 1st fashion show in our new building!

Twice per month, we will be sharing information from New Fairfield Together in Wellness, formerly the New Fairfield Prevention Council, that families can use to support their teenagers.

While most New Fairfield High School students are not vaping (86%)*, some reported current use of e-cigarettes or vape devices. The percentage of those in the senior class who reported vaping in the last 30 days was 27%. While these numbers are lower than what was reported in 2019, when overall 23% of students vaped in the last 30 days, we would like to reduce vaping rate among youth in New Fairfield. Young people have clearly gotten the message that smoking is unhealthy (only 1.6% of NFHS students reported smoking cigarettes in 2023). Unfortunately, accessibility to flavored vape products and manipulative marketing by the tobacco industry has influenced young people’s attitudes and behaviors regarding vaping. And some may be addicted to nicotine and may need support. Please take a look at the fact sheet from the FDA to learn more about vaping and e-cigarettes and have a conversation with your child.

*2023 Search Institute Attitudes and Behaviors Survey Results

Sponsored by New Fairfield Together in Wellness whose mission is to promote positive, safe, and healthy lifestyles. We foster dialogue, raise awareness, and educate the community on substance use and mental health. We engage with youth, families, and community through creative, innovative programs to build safe and healthy neighborhoods. Scan the QR code to visit our website. Funding and support from Western CT Coalition and the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services. New Fairfield Together in Wellness is always looking for new members. Contact Chairperson Liz Yoho at newfairfieldtogetherinwellness@gmail.com.

New Fairfield National Honor Society students are excited to offer their tutoring services to the high school community!

Have your student fill out the form below to request a tutor. NHS students will reach out via email shortly afterwards to coordinate a mutual time and location.

NHS students are also offering tutoring after school on Wednesdays right outside of the Learning Commons from 2-3pm. This is a first come, first serve basis.

Thursday, February 29 | 5-8PM

Are you fascinated by science and technology? Do you enjoy building and creating with your own hands? A career in manufacturing might be for you! The Connecticut Science Center and the Connecticut Center for Advance Technology (CCAT) invite you to attend Pathways to STEM in Manufacturing Night at the Connecticut Science Center. This event is free for middle and high school students and their families.

This is not your average college fair. Explore the galleries and network with manufacturing employers, meet with schools and training programs, attend and panel featuring young rising professionals, participate in a Junior Achievement workshop, and try your hand at STEM challenges, all for FREE! Pakring or bus passes are included.

REGISTER HERE

Hosted in partnership with the Connecticut Center for Advance Technology through a grant from the Manufacturing Innovation Fund and the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development

Workshop delivered by Junior Achievement of Southwest New England
Panel moderated by Colleen Bielitz, Ph.D., State Leader of Million Women Mentors CT Chapter

Now in its 24th year, the Essay Contest was started by the Foundation’s James W. Cooper Fellows in 2000. The purpose of the essay contest is to get young people in Connecticut thinking about and exploring legal issues relevant to them.

PRIZES

• Winner: $2,000
• (2) Runner-up: $1,000

Click below for full information. Submissions due by February 22, 2024

https://www.ctbarfdn.org/essaycontest/essaycontest.html

PURCHASE YOUR YEARBOOK HERE

Presidents' Day

Staff Professional Learning Day

6:00pm, NFHS Theater

Sign-up coming soon