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Originally delivered on 1/8/2023 8:06 pm

SUBJECT: The Weekly Ram, Jan 9-13

WEEK OF JANUARY 8, 2023
PFA NEWS + EVENTS

For a look ahead at more upcoming PFA events, scroll to the bottom of this newsletter or view the full calendar on the PFA website.

NCHS PFA and Saxe PTC Joint Meeting
Wednesday, Jan 11 | 9:30 AM

Join us for the first PFA General Meeting of 2023 on January 11 at 9:30 AM. Superintendent Dr. Bryan Luizzi will be our guest speaker and will provide an update on the current school year as well as discuss the 2023-2024 budgeting process.

EVENT LOCATION: Wagner Room

Midterm Exams and Exam Snacks
Thursday, Jan 12 through Thursday, January 19

Midterm exams begin the second week of January, with the first set of exams being held on Thursday, January 12. Click HERE for a link to the entire exam schedule. 

As in years past, the PFA will provide students with snacks to keep up their energy during the exam dates. We need volunteers to help with snack tables. Click HERE to sign up.

Midterm Staff Appreciation Lunch
Friday, Jan 20 | 11:30 AM

In appreciation for our teachers and staff, the PFA will be treating our faculty and staff to lunch at the conclusion of Midterm exams. We are grateful for the difference our teachers and staff make each and every day in the lives of their students. Thank you NCHS faculty and staff for all that you do!

We need both volunteer and financial support for this event. Please click HERE to make a donation and help us defer catering costs or click HERE to donate an item or your time!

EVENT LOCATION: Wagner Room

PFA Nominations for 2023-2024 School Year

The Nominating Committee will be meeting to fill positions for next year's 2023-2024 PFA Board and Board Committees. We would love to see more people get involved! 

Please email NCHSpfa@gmail.com to let us know how you want to help! Include the positions you would be interested in or any specific interests you have. Click HERE to see the current board and committee chair positions.

Post Prom 2023

Did you know that RAM JAM is the major fundraiser for Post Prom? 

Don't miss RAM JAM on Friday, Mar 31 at 7:00pm! See our Seniors lip sync, perform live music and yes — strut the catwalk too. Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more details! 

We are already booking entertainment, gathering prizes, and reserving tents for Post Prom on May 12, 2023 at 11:59 PM. 

Click HERE to make your Post Prom donation now!

COUNSELING NEWS
Gap Year Fair
Thursday, Jan 12 | 6:00 PM

Get the inside scoop on taking a gap year in 2023 and beyond and meet with gap year program providers from all over the world!

EVENT LOCATION:  Fairfield Warde High School, 755 Melville Ave Fairfield, CT

11th Grade Networking Event: College Planning (Parent Program)
Thursday, Jan 12 | 7:00 PM

Counselors will meet with the parents of juniors to speak about the college admissions process and what to expect in the coming months. Each counselor will meet with their students' parents in classrooms around the school. Stay tuned for class assignments and location. 

Upcoming Test Dates for ACT/SAT

Feb 11—ACT 

March 11—SAT 

Apr 18—ACT* 

May 6—SAT* 

June 3—SAT* 

*Denotes NCHS as testing location 

Click HERE to register for the SAT and HERE for the ACT.

A LOOK AHEAD
Mark Your Calendars!
Wednesday, January 11
9:30a PFA General Meeting w/ Saxe PTC
Thursday, January 12
7:00p 11th Grade Networking: Junior Parents College Planning
Friday, January 20
11:30a Mid Term Staff Appreciation Lunch
Wednesday, February 1
8:30a PFA Executive Board Meeting
Thursday, February 2
9:30a 10th Grade Networking: Creating a College Testing Plan
Friday, February 3
12:00a 10th Grade Networking: Creating a College Testing Plan
Wednesday, March 1
8:30a PFA Executive Board Meeting
Thursday, March 2
6:30p Incoming 9th Gr Student & Parent Orientation
Wednesday, March 8
9:30a PFA General Meeting
Wednesday, March 22
7:00p Career Night
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