June 2016 - North High School

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Principal’s Newsletter
June 2016
Vol. XVII No. 5
Mrs. Audra Christenson, Principal
St. Charles North High School
255 Red Gate Road
St. Charles, IL 60175
(331) 228-4400
NORTH S.T.A.R. AWARDS
Congratulations to the 2016 NORTH S.T.A.R. Award recipients. (L to R) Front Row: Lucy Gruber, Kiersten Aalfs, Emily
Kaliski, and Katrena Pienkowski. Back Row: Aliza Siddiqui, Vincent Sarna, Vincent Valeriano, Thomas Summerwill, and
Keeley Svoboda.
The North S.T.A.R. Award was presented to nine seniors at the Senior Honors Night. These seniors
exemplify the criteria attributed to the S.T.A.R. It is an honor to be presented with this prestigious
award since it is the capstone of the student’s high school career and embodies the life, leadership,
and spirit of our school community.
North
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Service through sacrifice and stewardship
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Traditions that developed or sustained culture & climate
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Accomplishment that exceeded expectation
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Resourcefulness through character and unshakeable commitment
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2016 DEPARTMENT AWARDS
Outstanding Department Awards were announced at the Senior Honors Night on Thursday, May 5.
Outstanding Senior in Art – Hailee Stay
Outstanding Senior in Business – Abby Wineinger
Outstanding Senior in English – Tyler Stokes
Outstanding Senior in Family & Consumer Science – Jamie Fisher & Jessica Fisher
Outstanding Senior in Foreign Language – Bhasvera Shayne Chammavanijakul
Outstanding Senior in Mathematics – Kevin Thompson
Outstanding Senior in Music – Tracy Suppes
Outstanding Senior in Psychology/Sociology – Vincent Sarna
Outstanding Senior in Science – Robert Bolz
Outstanding Senior in Social Studies – Thomas Summerwill
Outstanding Senior in Technology Education – Christopher Dabao
Outstanding Senior in Wellness – Christian Sidoti
Student Services Award – Emma Collins
Principal’s Service Award – Amanda Vallejera
2016 NATIONAL MERIT PROGRAM
National Merit Finalists: Tess Prendergast & Emma Spellman
Commended Students in the 2016 National Merit Program: Garrett Allamian, Brittany Allen,
James Fleck, and Kevin Thompson
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June 2016
Pen of the Principal
On May 29, 2016, we culminated our celebration of the Class of 2016 during their Commencement Ceremony held at the Sears Centre
for the last time. Collectively, the graduates earned over $8 million in scholarships, grants, and awards! This, along with the recognition
of the Outstanding Seniors from each department, the Principal’s Service Award, and North STAR Award winners, took place at the
Senior Honors Night on May 5, 2016. As I shared at Commencement, I am proud of our graduates for their modeling of intellectual
curiosity, service to the community, talent and skills displayed through performance and competition, and encouragement for the
success of others. We wish them all the best and thank them for their influence on North Star Country.
As we look to the future, we are already preparing to welcome our new freshmen class – the Class of 2020! Schedules are being built,
facilities are being updated and prepared, teachers are engaging in professional learning, and student groups are setting the
foundation for events such as Homecoming, Peer Leadership, Kick-A-Thon, and athletic seasons. Another group continuing to work
this summer is the Bullying Prevention Task Force. In addition to spreading their messages through posters around the school (see
below & page 4), they are planning for a role in the Freshmen Orientation on August 18 and ways to collect on-going data from their
peers.
I am excited about the 2016-2017 school year; however, I encourage all to enjoy the opportunities summer brings to spend time with
family and friends as we re-energize for the year ahead.
Thank you for your continued support and partnership, and I look forward to seeing you in August!
Audra Christenson
Principal
June 2016
Pen of the Principal (cont’d)
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June 2016
College & Career Readiness
Mr. John Peters, Assistant Principal
Seniors-Class of 2016:
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Congratulations to the St. Charles North Class of 2016! Best wishes in your future endeavors!
Students requested final transcripts during PE classes on May 16. The final transcripts will be sent out to colleges
once all semester grades are finalized and diploma status is posted. The timeframe for sending out final transcripts
is generally the 3rd or 4th week in June.
Juniors-Class of 2017:
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If your student is choosing to take Government and/or Economics this summer, don’t forget to make an
appointment with their counselor after the course concludes to ensure your child’s 2016-2017 schedule is accurate.
This summer, touring colleges should be a top priority for students and parents. When students enter school in the
fall they should have 5-7 colleges they are interested in applying to that they have toured and fully researched.
Making an appointment with the Office of Admissions and taking the “official” tour demonstrates interest, often
giving a student a leg up in the competitive admissions field.
Have a frank, honest conversation with your student about your family’s finances as they pertain to college
admissions. Use your 1040 tax forms and complete online Net Cost Calculators at the colleges and universities you
are considering. These calculators are not perfect but give a fairly accurate estimation of the out-of-pocket costs
your family would incur if your student attends that college.
If your student is interested in taking the ACT on September 10, registration is online at http://www.actstudent.org.
The registration deadline is August 5, 2016.
Sophomores-Class of 2018:
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It’s never too early to tour a college or university. The best way to learn about colleges is to SEE college campuses.
Whether your family is planning on vacation or staycation this summer, schedule a visit at a college or university so
your student can see what it’s all about. The more campuses students see while researching colleges will enable
them to make more informed choices when selecting schools.
If your student is choosing to take US History this summer, don’t forget to make an appointment with their
counselor after the course concludes to ensure your child’s 2016-2017 schedule is accurate.
Freshmen-Class of 2019:
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Have something to do this summer! While it’s important for students to have some down time in the summer,
having no activities and no structure isn’t healthy for a young mind. Volunteering keeps kids active, teaches civic
responsibility, and also looks great on college applications. Find a cause that is dear to your student’s heart to
volunteer some time toward this summer.
Incoming Freshmen-Class of 2020:
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Mark your calendars for the Freshman Orientation on August 18, when you get to meet your Guidance Counselor,
Dean, and several other members of the Student Services Team.
All Students:
Have a happy, healthy, safe, and restful summer! We look forward to another excellent year of learning next year!
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College & Career Readiness (cont’d)
Summer Counselor Hours
Counselor summer hours will vary between 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays starting May 31 until the
first day of the 2016-17 school year. During the summer, counselors do not work strictly with students in their alphabet grouping or
assignment. Please keep in mind that some questions can be handled via email rather than with an appointment; however, counselors
do not check email or voicemail on a regular basis during the summer. For counselor availability or to schedule an appointment with a
counselor, please contact Teri Derby at [email protected] or 331-228-6401. Appointments are recommended.
High School Transcripts
Sometimes, we get requests or questions from graduates who need a transcript sent to another institution. Any student needing a
transcript must fill out a transcript request form, which is located in the Guidance Office and on the Guidance web page. These forms
can be dropped off or mailed to the Guidance Office (ATTENTION: Registrar). Each transcript request form must be accompanied by
an addressed, stamped envelope, and the corresponding fee. Official transcripts must be mailed directly from St. Charles North to the
college, university, or scholarship program. Please note that if you are requesting a transcript for yourself to take along for a college
visit, it will be stamped “unofficial”. The 2016 seniors completed a “graduated” transcript release in May, so their final transcripts will be
sent to their respective schools following their successful completion of requirements.
AP Test Scores
Completing an AP course and exam is a huge accomplishment. You should feel very proud about the work you've done and the skills
you've learned. Your AP score is one way to share this accomplishment with others, like colleges and universities. The final exam
score is reported on a scale of 1–5 and shows how well you've mastered the content of the course. After you take an AP Exam,
CollegeBoard sends your score report to the college or university that you designated on your answer sheet. When you view your
scores online, you have the option to send them to other institutions for a fee.
Look for an email in early July, at the same address you put on your AP answer sheet, reminding you how and when to access your
scores. You will be able to view your entire score and score-send history. Students who wish to send additional score reports to
colleges, universities, or scholarship programs will be able to do so.
Student Services
Ms. Sharon Stec, Assistant Principal
News from the Nurse at North
District 303 requires all freshmen students to submit a school physical on the State of Illinois Certificate of Child Health
Examination form to the school nurse prior to the first day of school, August 24. The physical must be completed within
one year of the first day of school. An athletic physical is not sufficient to meet the District requirement. The required
form is available on the St. Charles North High School web site under Parents, forms, health forms, and then Child Health
Examination.
Due to recent changes in Illinois’ immunization requirements, seniors must be immunized for bacterial meningitis with
the MCV4 vaccine prior to the first day of school.
I am not in the building during the summer. I return to the Nurses’ Office mid-August. My nurse colleagues and I value
your input regarding your child’s health, so please contact us with any health concerns that may
impact your child’s education. Please call or email me to set up an appointment to drop off
medication or to discuss a health concern in person. By working as a team, we can ensure that
your child receives the best possible health care during their high school career.
Best wishes for a healthy and happy summer!
Amy Boynton, School Nurse
331.228.4404 - [email protected]
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June 2016
Instructional Programs
Mrs. Heather Kincaid, Assistant Principal
North Students find Success in the Technovation Challenge
On May 9, the team of Jackie Oh, Nicole Palmer
and Avee Oabel was named a semi-finalist in the
Technovation Challenge 2016. Every year,
Technovation challenges girls all over the world to
build a mobile app that will address a community
problem. Since 2010, 5000 girls from 64 countries
have submitted over 1,000 apps to Technovation.
The girls formed a team called TriSquare and
created the app Fitness Friends. Fitness Friends is
an interactive fitness app for children and young
adults. They can create a world as they and their
pet dance, swim, and run to earn coins that
purchase accessories. They have fun exercising as
they measure their progress through a timer, GPS,
(L to R) Jackie Oh, Nicole Palmer, Avee Oabel, and Mentor Mrs. Kristen Cruthers
or manual input. They can then customize their cat
or dog with different accessories and tailor their
room to their style by moving their items wherever they’d like. They can choose from up to twenty items. All they need is
the power of fitness to have the time of their life! Fitness Friends is currently available on Google Play and will be on the
App Store in the near future.
For 2016, Jackie, Nicole, and Avee were one of 95 semi-finalist teams chosen from over 1,000. From the semi-finalists,
six teams will be named finalists at the end of May and be flown to San Francisco in July to present at the World Pitch
Event. One team will win $10,000 in seed funding to help them launch their app.
BAKING & PASTRY CLASS DECORATE AMAZING CAKES!
Ending a month long cake unit in the Baking and Pastry class,
Ms. Criss' classes worked very hard to create unique and
creative decorated cakes. As the capstone project of the
semester, students were able to showcase their new
techniques. Each class period was given a specific
category/theme to create. Staff members were given the
opportunity to vote during their lunch hours for their favorite
cake in each category with the following results:
2nd hr. Candy/Sweets Category: Winner - Ice Cream Cake
3rd hr. Movies/TV Shows Category: Winner –SpongeBob Cake
5th hr. Colleges Category: Winner – Money Burning Cake
Overall Winner: Ice Cream Cake – Created by Michael Ball,
Trish Blondin, Eric Neslund, and Dylon Zaworski.
Overall Best attention to Detail: Under the Sea – Created by
Grace Sopha, Olivia Suspenzi, Noah Kinney, and Jacob Kuzur.
Baking & Pastry class showcased their cake decorating skills.
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Instructional Programs (cont’d)
Latin Students Enjoy Olympic Competition
On Saturday, April 9, 28 Latin students from North, East, and Batavia High Schools met at Batavia
High School for the first ever Latin Olympics. While there, the students participated in a gladiatorial
contest, certudi (physical and trivia competition), and a variety of other games like chariot races
and tali (Roman dice). They also enjoyed lunch and getting to meet while spending the day with
other Latin students from the area. It was an exciting day of Latin fun!
Students participating in a gladiatorial competition.
Students forming a conga line in a certudi challenge.
Latin Students Achieve Distinguished Scores
Fourteen North students took the National Latin Exam in March this year, and many achieved
distinguished scores. For Latin I, Carson Zuniga received magna cum laude (3rd rank), and Brigid
Millette and Luke Repta received summa cum laude (1st rank). For Latin II, Nolan Major received cum
laude (4th rank), Grace Quinn received magna cum laude (3rd rank), and Alexander Somera
received maxima cum laude (2nd rank). For Latin IV Prose, Isaac Karim and Alec Tolmachoff
received magna cum laude (3rd rank). Congratulations to all participants for their hard work!
Brigid Millette, Carson Zuniga, & Luke Repta
Alexander Somera, Grace Quinn, & Nolan Major
Alec Tolmachoff & Isaac Karim
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June 2016
Instructional Programs (cont’d)
6th Annual Triathlon
On May 17, the Wellness Department held their 6th Annual Triathlon. Over
400 students and staff members participated in the annual event. The
Triathlon began with an eight lap swim, followed by eight laps (two miles)
around the track on a bike, and finished off with a mile run through the
campus of St. Charles North. Participants could form teams of three or
compete individually.
Congratulations to the many who participated in this event.
Donovan Maag participated in the Triathlon.
AP Studio Art Spring Gala Art Show
On May 10, 29 AP Studio Art students, including photographers, digital media artists,
traditional 2D artists, and 3D artists, showcased their talents in their culminating art show.
The show took place at Elgin Community College in the Visual and Performing Arts Center Lobby
from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Each student displayed 15-24 works of art, all created during this school
year as part of their AP portfolio exam. The students worked very hard this year to grow as
artists, and they took great pride in sharing their hard work with the community, their family,
and friends. We are so proud of all that they have achieved this year.
(L to R) Front Row: Sean McCarthy, Thorne Drwal, Amy Ahrenholz, Rachel Musillami, Delaney Petersen, Aislen Kelly, Tyler Cabrera, and
Zach Bull. Row 2: Kamille Cruz, Nicole Bear, Jessica Foor, Hailee Stay, and Alexa Pappas. Row 3: Sam Chase, Sarah Anderson, Claire
Sebastian, and Brittany Veto. Row 5: Solimar Santiago, Kat Harshberger, Madison Frey, Taylor Vanleeuwen, Sophia Sandrzyk, Kacie Leckbee,
and Claire Rich. Top Row: Mack Niemietz.
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Instructional Programs (cont’d)
2015-2016
Student Permanent Art Collection
Student
Zach Bull
Hailee Stay
Amy Ahrenholz
Becky Zangora
Julia Smith
Kendall Maffia
Thorne Drwal
Sarah Anderson
Samantha Chase
Taylor
Vanleeuwen
Kat Harshbarger
Sophia
Sandrzyk
Tyler Cabrera
Annie Dalbis
Joey Pokorny
Year
12
12
12
12
12
10
12
12
12
12
Media
Acrylic
Acrylic
Ink
Ceramics
Ceramics
Ceramics
Digital Illustration
Digital Illustration
Digital Illustration
Digital Photograph
Title
“Just John”
“Decay”
“Joy”
“Grounded”
“Spun Then Stacked”
“Aotearoa”
“Harmony”
“Purgatory”
“Kali with Her Many Arms”
“Bone Robber”
12
12
Digital Photograph
Digital Photograph
“Midnight Panic”
“Realize”
12
12
12
Video
Video
Motion Graphics
“Antigua 2015”
“Free Walk”
“Typography”
Student Life
Mrs. Melinda Roberts, Assistant Principal
BREAKFAST WITH THE STARS
The Breakfast with the Stars Program honors individual stars within our school community. Some of the
individuals nominated are out there for all of us to see and congratulate. Others are behind the scenes or who,
in their quiet way, demonstrate a level of excellence through service, academics, competition, or simple
kindness. Some of these students give of their special talents on a day-to-day basis in the classroom and
some of them excel in our extra and co-curricular activities. Each student is unique and special in the way they
share and develop our school community.
APRIL
MAY
Presenter
Recipient
Presenter
Recipient
Ms. Lindsay Boynton
Joseph Sommer
Tahlia Townsend
Alissa Buono
Alexandra Cook
Chandler Boyd
Emily Taylor
Leanne Stahulak
Amber Benitez
Eva Hartigan
Tyler Stokes
Dominique Gaido
Ms. Lara Bell
Mr. Mathjis Dennison
Mr. Brian Harks
Mrs. Megan Libberton
Mrs. Erin Manheim
Megan Milani
Colleen Molloy
Owen Engesser
Alexandra Norbut
Vanessa Adriatico
Samuel Lilly
Kirsten Meltesen
Sarah Anderson
Patrick Brady
Alex Medina
Aaron Simon
Ms. Kaylea Chomko
Mr. Steve Macaitis
Mrs. Nancy Prentiss
Mrs. Sandy Szmajda
Mrs. Lizbeth Walker
Mrs. Julia Sanderson
Mr. Michael Smith
Mr. Grant Jacobsen
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June 2016
Student Life (cont’d)
NORTH STAR COUNCIL
AWARDED NAT’L GOLD COUNCIL OF EXCELLENCE AWARD
For its exemplary record of leadership, service, and activities that serve to improve the school
and community, North Star Council (NSC) has been awarded a 2016 National Gold Council of
Excellence Award by the National Association of Student Councils (NASC).
"Receiving an NASC National Gold Council of Excellence Award reflects the highest dedication
on the part of the school to providing a strong, well-rounded student council program," said
Ann Postlewaite, National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP) Student
Programs Director. "NASC applauds the work of the National Gold Councils of Excellence and
challenges them to continue their leadership and service to their schools and communities."
Senior Jacob Gustafson, North Star Council Historian, facilitated the process of collecting artifacts supporting NSC
qualifications. He expressed how "elated" he was upon hearing the news and commented how this distinction was "well
deserved for a council as strong as ours. It has been my pleasure serving with these members the past four years."
To meet the requirements for the NASC National Gold Council of Excellence Award, a student council must meet a
variety of criteria. In addition to basic requirements such as a written constitution, regular meetings, a democratic
election process, and membership in the NASC, councils demonstrate things such as leadership training for all council
members, teacher/staff appreciation activities, student recognition programs, school and community service projects,
spirit activities, goal setting, financial planning, and active participation in state and national associations. Those
councils awarded the gold level have successfully demonstrated the highest levels of leadership. North Star Council is
now one of only seven schools in the entire state of Illinois to be awarded the gold level and one of only two to be
awarded this distinction for the past seven years.
To learn more about the National Gold Council of Excellence Award, visit www.nasc.us/ncoe.
Staff News
NORTH STAR RETIREES
Mrs. Lori Creasor (Art teacher) and Mr. Bob McCracken (Deans’ Assistant) will be
retiring at the end of this school year. Congratulations and best wishes to both of them!
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Staff News (cont’d)
2016 Kane County Educator of the Year Awards
Mr. Ryan Colton, Mrs. Tina Zucker, and Mrs. Chris Hitt.
Three North Star staff members were nominated by their peers this year for Kane County Regional
Office of Education awards.
Mr. Ryan Colton was nominated in the Classroom High School Teacher category. Mr. Colton teaches
in our English Department and also serves as our Drama Advisor.
Mrs. Chris Hitt was nominated in the Student Support Personnel category. Mrs. Hitt serves as one of
our school nurses.
Mrs. Tina Zucker was nominated in the Educational Service Personnel category. She works in our
Main Office and is the administrative assistant for the Assistant Principal for Instructional Programs.
On Friday, April 29, the Kane County Educator of the Year Awards Banquet hosted by the Regional
Office of Education was held at the Q Center. At the banquet, Mrs. Zucker was announced as the
2016 Kane County Education Service Personnel of the Year.
Congratulations to all three of these valued staff members. They are a part of why this school is such
a great place to learn and grow.
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June 2016
A note from PTO. . .
As we end another school year, it comes very natural to sit and reflect on how the school year went.
This was a very exciting year in the life of PTO. Our Executive Board was brand new with the
exception of our returning treasurer. We started the year off with a “pop” introducing our teachers
and staff to a bag of popcorn. We surprised them all with Halloween treats and in return received
over 75 thank you emails. We continued with a hot meal at Parent-Teacher Conference Night. We
held a coffee fund raiser and were able to support our many groups and clubs raising close to $4,000
to give back to our students. More hospitality followed month to month and so did the many thank
yous and smiles along with feeling the sense of “community” at North High School.
I promised three things to our teachers and staff on their first day of school - support, appreciation,
and unity. With student and parent help, I held my promise!
Let me share with you the experience I had on Wednesday, May 25, the first day of finals. As a team
we decided to surprise our students and end the year with a “final” snack for them. A parent helper
and myself passed out granola bars and wished students good luck starting at 6:30 a.m. in front of
the school to over 1,500 kids ready to “rock” their finals. We heard more thank yous and saw more
amazed faces than ever before. Disbelief that someone cared about them that much. Smiles and
happiness blossomed as they graciously accepted their “final” snack. I was never so proud of our
students’ politeness, graciousness, and courteous behavior. We can only hope we helped make the
day of the student that told us “I’m so scared” as he walked away with a smile. These are our kids,
and I couldn’t have been more proud of each and every one of them that passed us. Our goal next
year is to serve all students granola bars everyday of finals, winter and spring. It’s always “A Great
Day to be A North Star”, and I know with your continued help and support, we will accomplish great
things.
Our PTO team will be back, along with a few new members, stronger and ready, with your help and
assistance, to have a great 2016/17 school year.
As you enjoy your summer, I challenge you to consider being involved in whatever capacity you are
able to.
With great appreciation for all you do!
Jane Harland
and the PTO team
June 2016
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St. Charles North High School
Parent Teacher Organization – Post Prom Thanks!
THANK YOU TO ALL OUR POST PROM VOLUNTEERS
Our fearless leader, Tom Mullaly, and our other leadership team members highlighted below:
RED EYE TEAM on SATURDAY
Marisol Acevedo
David Baldwin
Michelle Bancroft
Jen Bell
John Bettler
Lynn Chassee
Betty Corcoran
Stephen Corcoran
Becky Crow
Dan Curzon
Jolene Curzon
Zaira Delgado
Edna Dripps
Debbie England
Jane Gregory
Mireille Gross-Page
Andy Hahn
Kristine Hahn
Heidi Hauserman
Kim Hoffman
Bobby Jackson
Connie Jurczyk
Cindy Kay
Patrick Keane
Lauren Kelly
Cathy Kruger
Rick Lannert
Sharon LeGare
Mary Leonard
Kim Maffia
Peggy McCarthy
Jill McGraw
Xiomy Mendez
Kerri Mettetal
Eddie Meza
Nancy Mullally
Nina Mullally
Robin Muzzalupo
Beverly Nesbit
Jeff Newbill
Michael Nutter
Jenny O'Brien
Mary Eileen
O'Sullivan
Mark Rerko
Matt Rich
Rich Rivara
Kelly Sauer
Melanie Saunders
Jan Sawicki
Kathy Schamberger
Lauren Scheepers
Debra Simon
John Simon
Denise Skwierawski
Lynnette Smith
Tina Smith
Monica Srocki
Debbie Stangle
Joanna Stibgen Meyers
Craig Taylor & helpers
Pam Taylor
Jackie Throop
Brett Tinder
Sue Tomich
Carole Toohey
Marlo Torres
Anita Turi
Rich Underhill
Cindy Vargas
Christine Vasilopoulos
Bob Vezina
Laura Vezina
Patrice Washington
Belinda Webb
Richard Webb
Cris Winkler
Mark Winkler
Lisa Zangora
TICKET SALES & SET UP TEAM
Marisol Acevedo
Karin Alber
Mike Alber
Janet Allen
Michele Claney
Becky Crow
Joni DeDobbelaere
Marianne Dehut
Zaira Delgado
Jennifer Fischbach
Jane Gregory
Mireille Gross-Page
Jane Harland
Renee Hickerson
Kristin Iovinelli
Alejandra Kaliski
Jessica Kling
Suzanne Lilly
Jim Maffia
Kim Maffia
Nina Mullally
Jenny O'Brien
Toni Palan
Dori Pinkowski-Cabrera
Silvia Ridle
Jennifer Saverino
Kathy Schamberger
Christine Spence
Monica Srocki
Joanna Stibgen Meyers
Pam Taylor
Shannon Tomaka
Sue Tomich
Cindy Vargas
Patrice Washington
Judy Wineinger
Cris Winkler
Julia Wohlwend
Donna Zocher
If someone that helped is not listed, please forgive us – we appreciate the whole team!
When you see them, please thank these individuals for their help!
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June 2016
FUTURE DATES
(Sometimes dates/times change….check school website often @ north.d303.org)
Jun 6-23 Summer School Session I
Jul 11-28 Summer School Session II
Aug 15 Senior Materials Pick-Up
Aug 16 Junior Materials Pick-Up
Aug 17 Sophomore Materials Pick-Up
Aug 18 Freshman Orientation & Materials Pick-Up
Aug 24 First Day of Classes
Sept 1 Back-to-School Night
Sept
Sept
Sept
Sept
Sept
Sept
Sept
Sept
2 Teachers’ Institute Day – No School
5 Labor Day Holiday
6-10 Homecoming Week
9 Homecoming Parade & Game
10 Homecoming Dance
13 Senior College Night
16 Kick-a-Thon @ SCN
28 Financial Aid Night
A 2010 United States Department of Education National Blue Ribbon School