SHS WEEKLY REMINDERS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
WEEK OF APRIL 28, 2024
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IN SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS…
FINAL QUARTER OF THE YEAR!
The 4th quarter of the Spring Term ends June 17th. Make sure you are putting your best foot forward and finish the school year strong! Have a question about your grades or transcript? Find your counselor here!
ADDAMS FAMILY A HUGE SUCCESS!
Big congratulations to the entire cast and crew of 'The Addams Family' for their incredible performances this weekend! The performances were nothing short of amazing, showcasing incredible talent and meticulous dedication. The beautiful set, stunning costumes, and brilliant acting all came together to create a truly unforgettable experience. This production is a testament to the creativity and spirit of our school community. Great job to all for making it a resounding success!
AVA BRULE SECURES NATIONAL VICTORY IN SIFMA INVESTWRITE STOCK MARKET CHALLENGE!
A massive shoutout to Ava Brule for her extraordinary achievement in the SIFMA Stock Market Game InvestWrite challenge, clinching the 1st prize nationwide! Ava's impressive financial acumen and strategic thinking have truly set a high bar. Her success in such a prestigious competition is a proud moment for all of us. Congratulations, Ava, on your well-deserved victory!
UNIFIED SPIRIT WEEK
Check out below for a brief summary of each day’s theme for this amazing spirit week!
Monday 4/28 - Autism awareness:
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurological and developmental disorder that affects how people interact with others, communicate, learn, and behave. On Monday, students will be wearing blue to raise awareness for those in our school and community that have Autism!
Tuesday 4/29 - Green & Gold:
On Tuesday, students will be wearing green and gold to support our unified basketball team in their pep rally game!
Wednesday 4/30 - Epilepsy Awareness:
Epilepsy is a neurological condition involving the brain that makes people more susceptible to having recurrent unprovoked seizures. It is one of the most common disorders of the nervous system and affects people of all ages, races and ethnic background. On Wednesday, students will be wearing purple to raise awareness for those who are impacted by epilepsy!
Thursday 5/1 - Down Syndrome awareness:
Down syndrome is a condition in which a person has an extra chromosome. Chromosomes are small “packages” of genes in the body. On Thursday, students will be wearing blue and yellow to raise awareness for those who have down syndrome in our community!
Friday 5/2 - Special Olympics:
Special Olympics is a global movement of people creating a new world of inclusion and community, regardless of ability or disability. We are lucky enough to have Special Olympics RI come to SHS on Friday to discuss volunteering opportunities and more to our students during all lunches. We ask that students wear red on Friday to support the Special Olympics!
CLOTHING DRIVE FOR BIG BROTHER BIG SISTER!
Make a difference with your donations! Join us in our week-long drive for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rhode Island. We have placed collection bins at strategic points around the school—including outside the gym, the main office, and the auditorium—making it easy for you to drop off your items. Let's show our community spirit by giving back to those in need. The drive ends on Friday, May 3rd, so let's fill those bins and make an impact together!
JUNIORS: NGSA PRACTICE TESTS AVAILABLE
NGSA Testing is scheduled at SHS for May 7- more announcements will follow. Click here for practice test items/ resources from the Rhode Island Department of Education.
KATHERINE YOUNG SCHOLARSHIP
In honor of our friend and beloved coworker, Katherine Young, a scholarship has been created in her honor. We are selling t-shirts, sweatshirts, stickers and bracelets with a special design created by a number of her students. The store will be open until April 15th. You can find the store linked here.
JUNIOR PROM TICKETS ON SALE!
This year's Jr. Prom is scheduled for Friday, May 24th and tickets are now on sale! Tickets will be on sale during all four lunches this week. The last day to buy tickets is Friday. Don't wait until the last minute!! Tickets are $55 each. See Mr. Hillery, Ms. Eastwood, or your Class Council Representatives with any questions.
JUNIOR PORTFOLIO TIMELINE: DUE MAY 1st
The Smithfield High School Graduation Portfolio has been designed to help students present a collection of work that documents a student’s educational performance over time. It is also a collection of evidence demonstrating that a student has achieved the school’s academic expectations, and the state’s required proficiencies. More information can be found here. Portfolios are due May 1, 2024.
OPPORTUNITY TO TAKE COLLEGE LEVEL COURSES!
Check out these opportunities to earn college credit through New England Institute of Technology. The courses offered are part of the All Course Network (ACN) and free to RI students! Find more information here: https://www.neit.edu/acn
ATTENTION RISING SENIORS: MEDICAL DOCUMENTATION NEEDED
In line with the Rhode Island Department of Health's Rules and Regulations regarding immunization and communicable diseases (R23 1M), all students entering or currently in their senior year are mandated to have a Meningitis Booster Vaccine and a Physical Exam conducted on or after their 16th birthday. These crucial medical documents must be submitted to the school nurse by the onset of the 2024-2025 school year. Should you have any queries or need further clarification, Mrs. Riley is available for contact at 401-349-4625 or via email at criley@smithfield-ps.org. Please ensure to send in or email the required documentation to criley@smithfield-ps.org.
SENIORS: INTERESTED IN A GRADUATION YARD SIGN?
Interested in a sign for graduation? See the flyer HERE with information on how to get one to support the Class of 2024.
WANT TO APPLY FOR A CTE PATHWAY?
Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs consist of three or more courses which will help students earn an industry credential and prepare them to enter the workforce. Want to apply to one of our 5 amazing programs? Apply here!
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES FOR GRADUATING SENIORS
There are a ton of scholarships available for SHS students. Check out our running list of scholarships here! It can be a bit overwhelming, but we are here to help. If you are interested in applying for a scholarship and need assistance, visit the cafeteria during advisory on Thursdays. Attendance will be taken. See a few of the scholarships below:
Katherine Young Scholarship is active. Please review the criteria and apply.
Smithfield Lions Scholarship - The Lions is a community based organization dedicated to public service to the community. Application here.
Old County Road PTA Scholarship - Open to alumni of OCRS. Details here.
RC LaPerche PTA Scholarship - Open to alumni of RC LaPerche. Details here.
The Rhode Island Italian American Hall of Fame will offer a number of scholarship awards TBA at a minimum of $3,000 each to the best male and female scholar-athletes and scholar-artists in the state.
2024 RIDE Future Educators Scholarship - open to 2024 graduates who will pursue a degree in PK - 12 education. Complete the Google Form here.
The Stephen Phillips Memorial Scholarship Fund - open to Seniors planning to attend an accredited post-secondary college/university. More information here.
Additional scholarships from the Rhode Island Foundation can be found here and from a variety of sources here.
ARE YOU CHRONICALLY ABSENT?
In Rhode Island, missing 10 percent of the school year, or approximately 18 days, means a student is chronically absent. Research shows that this negatively impacts how well a student does in school. We have created a new chronically absent bulletin board to track your attendance. You can find the attendance board at the main entrance. Be sure to check your attendance record when you enter the building! The board has been updated with your attendance trend over the past month. As a school, we have increased our overall attendance and have had 30 students move off chronically absent!
WANT TO SUPPORT OUR EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT EDUCATION COMMUNITY?
We support a unified student body! Our team would like to invite you to explore building new friendships and making connections Thursdays during advisory! Please reach out to Gwen Clavet, Victor Torres, Mrs. Moio or Mrs. Bianco in room 121 for more information and complete this form so we can schedule accordingly.
SPORTS AND SPECIAL EVENT DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY
We are excited to announce that we have partnered with PhotoDay to give your parents and students access to purchase digital images from Sports & Special Events captured by Lifetouch throughout your school year. What this means for Families - For families, PhotoDay provides a 100% digital ordering experience. They can securely submit and pay for their orders online, receive Picture Day and order notifications on their phone, and have their orders sent directly to their home in a matter of days, not weeks. More information here!
YOUNG ADULT EVENTS AT THE GREENVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
Explore the April Event Newsletter from the Greenville Public Library. Please register for all programs, unless otherwise noted, by visiting greenvillelibraryri.org/teens.
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GENERAL SCHOOL INFORMATION…
DAILY ON TIME ATTENDANCE
All students are expected to arrive at school ON TIME each day! This is a non-negotiable. 1st period begins at 7:30 AM. Your participation in shows, clubs, events and field trips, sports, and other extracurricular activities will be tied to your arriving at school and class on time each day. Do NOT be late!
STUDENT PARKING POLICY
Senior and junior parking passes are going to be revoked for offenders parking in the wrong spaces. When you choose to park in a space unassigned to you- it creates a domino effect of parking problems. PLEASE park in your ASSIGNED SPACE or at DEERFIELD. Faculty parking is NOT an option. REPORT vehicles who are not parked in the appropriate space to me via email with a license plate photo. Any student that does not have a parking pass risks their car being towed and disciplinary action.
SHS POLICY ON USE OF CELL PHONES AND OTHER ELECTRONIC DEVICES:
SHS believes that technology plays an important role in enhancing the learning experience for our students. Students are advised to use their SPS issued device for all educational related activities. Guest network access may be available for use on
personal devices. District assistance or support is not available or implied by use of the guest network.
MLD’s may be used by students during non-instructional time during lunch in the cafeteria and senior courtyard. They may also be used in the hallways during passing time with the stipulation that one ear is free. Students who utilize cell phones or other
electronic devices in an unacceptable manner (in the halls, in classes without permission, or in a manner that is disruptive) will have their device taken and held in the Assistant Principal's office to be claimed by a parent. Video/ audio recording of community members is not permitted at any time without prior approval of the individual being filmed. Failure to comply may result in suspension.
Violation of the appropriate use of MLD’s as described above and by the broader acceptable use policy is considered a Schedule I offense which may result in detention, Saturday detention, In School Suspension or Out of School Suspension; and the student may be required to turn the device over to school personnel and the student and/or parent may pick up the device from the Main Office at the end of the school day.
SMITHFIELD ATHLETICS HOMEPAGE
Stay up-to-date with all the latest action from our Smithfield High School sports teams! Visit https://smithfieldhs.rschoolteams.com/ to check out the newest scores and upcoming game schedules. Whether you're a player, parent, or fan, this is your go-to source for all things sports at Smithfield. Let's show our team spirit and support our athletes!
SMITHFIELD HIGH PARENT COUNCIL
Smithfield High School Parent Council is a volunteer organization that promotes the welfare of the students and serves to enhance school, home, and community relationships. We encourage you to become a member and attend our monthly meetings to stay connected to the heartbeat of SHS. Come see what this dynamic group is all about! Questions? Email us at: shsparentcouncil18@gmail.com
CLUB CALENDAR
The club calendar is here! Make sure you get involved in a club! Want to start a club? Email Mr. Geraghty with details and we’ll do our best to get it started!
OUR MISSION STATEMENT
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1F8RV2YjR6xE1OLh6YdBnNz8S3O9GX6bFq1PreSBulns/edit
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Please feel free to contact us should you have any questions or concerns.
Sincerely,
Dan Geraghty
Principal