Congratulations to the Cyberhawks Team 2875 who took 4th place out of 17 teams in their first competition this fall. Principal, Daniel Danbusky shared, “It is great to see these events back for our students.” Special Thanks to Robotics Faculty Advisor and Physics Teacher, Jim Hardy and parent volunteer Coding Mentor, Adrian Hallam, for all of their hard work to help the team get ready. The team is gearing up for the big international 2022 kick-off on January 8th when FIRST will reveal the new game and competition season!
At the Jr./Sr. High School Madame Koob and Madame Reed, French Club advisors, are pleased to see their French students in grades 7-12 writing “notes de merci” to CSH staff members. They were happy to show their gratitude to the people who have greatly impacted their lives. The students’ sentiments certainly made their day during this holiday season.
The Junior High Natural Helpers program, under the direction of Guidance Counselor, Jennifer Pickering and Health teacher, Chris Homer, ran their annual 4 hour training on Nov 20th. The program teaches listening skills, reliable resources, and decision-making skills. Topics included reaching out to trusted adults in a time of need, active listening, DASA, inclusion, self-care, and empathy.
At the CPC (Central Parent Council) meeting on Nov. 18, which was held outdoors due to the spectacular weather, parents learned a great deal about keeping kids safe and healthy in the digital world. Executive Director of Instructional and Administrative Technology, Mr. Joseph Monastero, presented parents with a myriad of protective links all available on his presentation found here.
Please enjoy the November issue of the Jr./Sr.High student run newspaper "The Harbor View". Special thanks to: EDITORS Kiara Freidberg, Riley Haskell; VISUAL MEDIA EDITOR Megan Avallone; FACULTY ADVISORS Laura Cirino, April Henry; CONTRIBUTORS Brandon Barrick, Franny Donohue, Anna Hammell, Alexandra Pultz, Lily Smyth, Hannah Van Son, Gillian Will, Amber Zhou
It was an amazing night of student volunteerism to raise awareness for the Great American Smoke-Out. SWWATAV Club (Students Waging War Against Tobacco And Vaping) made anti-vaping and anti-tobacco posters at the Jr./Sr. High School with close to 60 students showing up and sharing their talents.
echnology teacher, Jack Healy, submitted an entry by a junior high student for a contest sponsored by the Army Education Outreach Program and Future Engineers. Seventh grader, Kathrine Khaledi, volunteered for the challenge to design 3D-printed wearable pins to show appreciation for our Nation's Veterans. The project involved developing a CAD design ofa 2-inch cube with specific criteria and using a 3D printer to create the final product.
On November 10 the Cold Spring Harbor World Language Honor Society Induction Ceremony was held at the Jr./Sr. High School Performing Arts Center to recognize the 2021-2022 Inductees for French and Spanish studies. World Language Department Chairperson, Ms. Rivadeneyra and teachers focus all year long on the importance of language learning beyond the classroom. Thank you to the Keynote Speaker, Sarah Lynch, an alumnae of Cold Spring Harbor for sharing her amazing journey into the francophone world and how she incorporates her knowledge of languages and cultural awareness into her everyday life.
