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DEC 2023Tuesday, December 5, 2023 (B day)
Last call for senior photos - 12/6 - click on the link provided:
https://seniors.legacystudios.com/ardsley-hs-ardsley-ny/
Please share photos of you and your friends from the current school year. Pictures must be taken in school or school-sponsored events to be included in the yearbook. Not all photos shared will be included. Please do not submit dark or blurry photos or images with hand signs. https://forms.gle/edUa4HrzWT3n2mVW8
Attention Sophomores: The Guidance Department is still conducting individual meetings with you this week to go over the first marking period and the school year so far. The schedule of appointments will be posted in the hallways. If your appointment conflicts with an exam, stay in your class and the Guidance Department will reschedule you. Please bring your laptop or computer that you use to the meeting with your counselor.
The Spanish club is planning to have a board game session today in room 149 after 9th period.
There will be a General S.H.A.R.E. Meeting after 9th on December 7th in room 205 for anyone interested. New members are welcome!
The Pre-Med Club will be having a Holiday Bake Sale on Thursday to raise money for hospitalized kids. All proceeds will be used to purchase gifts on the kids’ wish list and be sent to them at The Children’s Hospital at Montefiore. Please come buy delicious baked goods and add some donations so we can give these kids the happy holidays they deserve!
The Dance club is having its first meeting this week Thursday after 9th in room 149.
More than Mozart is having their first seasonal concert, on Friday at 6:30pm in the auditorium! Entry is free, show up to listen to music of all types. All donations and money from concessions go to charity.
Ardsley Environmental Task Force will be joining an invasive species cleanup in Macy's Park on December 9th! The event will run from 10am-12pm and requires online registration. If you are interested, please click on the attached link in the daily announcements document, and we'll see you there!
The Culture Club will be having a Breaking Breads Event next Tuesday after 9th period in Room 130. We will be celebrating the union of many cultures by celebrating different breads of the world! There will be challah, milk bread, and so much more. We hope to see you all there!
Mountain Club is having a rare SATURDAY hike this Saturday at Anthony's Nose. The hike will start at 11:30. Please check Mountain Club's Google Classroom page for more info. Staff members who'd like to join us, please email or speak to Mr. Marcus. Students: if you find the golden poster of Mountain Club superstar Minnie Boonchan, bring the poster to Mr. Marcus and redeem your Dunkin gift card prize.
The AHS Key Club & CRS Student Council are holding the 2023 Toy Drive and collecting new and unwrapped toys for children ages 5-15 until Dec. 15th. Toy Drive 2023 Amazon Wish List
Everyone's favorite winter event is coming up on 12/15. That's right, the Student Council's annual volleyball tournament. Sign up with the attached form. https://forms.gle/5pC3xBAJoYt3bmgN7
Late applications for the Seal of Biliteracy are still being accepted. Any HS World Language student (especially level 5/AP students) who is still interested in receiving the New York State Seal of Biliteracy needs to complete the application (click here to download the pdf) and turn it into Ms. Luis in the Principal’s office as soon as possible. (*Students who don’t complete the Seal requirements by May 30, 2024 will likely not receive their Seal medallion and certificate by Senior Awards Night (Tentative Date: Thursday, June 13, 2024).) Any students who have questions about the Seal process at AHS should re-read this Google Slides presentation. If you still have questions, please contact NYSSB Coordinator Mr. Tamez (jtamez@ardsleyschools.org).
Jobs in YES (new job postings)
*Please see Mrs. Resendiz in the gym for details*
REPORTING AN ABSENCE
Parents should notify the Attendance Clerk, Lisa Giuliano (lgiuliano@ardsleyschools.org) of a student's absence or lateness at (914) 295-5894. A message may also be left on her voice mail.
The More Than Mozart Winter Benefit Concert will take place on Friday, December 8, 2023 at 6:30 PM.
AHS Band Winter concert takes place on Wednesday, December 13, 2023 @ 7pm
AHS Chorus & Orchestra Concert takes place on Wednesday, December 20, 2023 @ 7pm
Technology News
Ardsley High School requires all students to have a device for daily use both in class and at home for learning. Students can bring their own device or request a school-issued Chromebook. Please complete this form to let us know your intentions. In addition, all students must agree to the Chromebook Usage Agreement.
*All families are eligible to pay for insurance coverage for a school-issued Chromebook. To learn more about coverage for your student’s Chromebook refer to the link below (Worth Ave Group).
Once students receive their devices, families will be able to purchase or renew insurance. Any family who purchased insurance for a school-issued Chromebook last year, please note that it expired on 9/1 and you must renew it annually. Refer to the link below (Worth Ave Group) to purchase the insurance. Otherwise, you will be responsible for any damage that can result in a $150 - $300 charge.Are you having any tech problems? Please submit your issue through the Help Desk.
How to sign in to your personal device at school: Accessing the AHS-BYOD
Lost your ID? Legacy Studios has an ID card replacement link where students can purchase a new ID for $5. Order online and it will ship to your house.
https://vando.imagequix.com/g1000823018#login
Purchase Spiritwear here: https://ardsley-pta.square.site/shop/21 .A MESSAGE FROM THE YEARBOOK STAFFSeniors: An email was sent to you regarding your Yearbook Bio/Senior Quote/Activity's list. If you do not see the form in your inbox, you may use the link below. Please have the form completed by 12/15/2023. Submit one copy only. You will not be able to correct the form. https://forms.gle/oA17GzT3auoN3khN6
The makeup schedule for Senior formal photo appoin
tments is now available online. Here is the link: Ardsley High School – Ardsley, NY – Senior Portraits (legacystudios.com) - Anyone needing assistance scheduling their session should contact the studio's Customer Care Department at (716) 512-6336 or customercare@
legacystudios.com . Photos will take place in the high school's small gym. Please read the information on the company's website regarding the formal and cap and gown photos they will take that day. - Seniors who missed your casual photo sitting on 10/18 will have their photo taken by a student photographer rather than a studio photographer. Please reach out to Mrs. Rosen to schedule a sitting. srosen@ardsleyschools.org.
- Any senior who missed their sibling photoshoot should arrange a time with Mrs. Rosen to sit for the photo. These are only printed in the yearbook; the photos aren't for sale
- All school photo and yearbook questions should be directed to Stephanie Rosen srosen@ardsleyschools.
org
- Anyone needing assistance scheduling their session should contact the studio's Customer Care Department at (716) 512-6336 or customercare@
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Congratulations to AHS National Merit Semifinalists!
Congratulations to Ardsley High School Semifinalists Sophie Barnett, Anisha Kumar, Joyce Lu, Anay Mody, Rosemary Stam, Alexandra Wang, and James Weber. These academically talented High School seniors have an opportunity to continue in the competition for some 7,500 National Merit Scholarships! National Merit Scholarship winners will be announced in Spring 2022.
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Congratulations to Benito Cabezas!
Congratulations to Benito Cabezas on being selected for the College Board National Hispanic Recognition Program! He is being recognized for both his academic achievements and outstanding performance on the PSAT/NMSQT. The College Board National Hispanic Recognition Program started thirty-eight years ago and honors some of the most talented Latinx students across the country.
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September has been declared Suicide Prevention Month in NYS.
Did you know? A simple resource is now available for students who struggle with depression, anxiety, eating disorders, bullying, suicidal thoughts, and more. Crisis Text Line provides free, 24/7 support for people in crisis, via text.
