JPS WEEKLY VOLUME 8 || ISSUE 19 || FEBRUARY 3, 2025
Editors: Saanvi Budigam | Nikhil Prabhu | Kavya Joshi | Manav Mehta
JPS BELL SCHEDULE
S E L F - C A R E means GIVING YOURSELF permission TO PAUSE Click here for this week's lunch menu
In the coming weeks, JPS celebrates Black History Month, a time that honors the achievements, resilience, and contributions of African Americans throughout history. It highlights key figures, from civil rights leaders to artists and scientists, while acknowledging the ongoing fight for racial justice. This month serves as a reminder of the past, a celebration of progress, and a call to keep pushing for equality. A Quick Introduction to Black History Month...
“Education is the most powerful weapon you can use to change the world”
-Nelson Mandela
A Brief History
Black History Month traces its roots back to Carter G. Woodson, a historian who established Negro History Week in 1926. He chose the second week of February to honor Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln, both influential in Black history. Over time, the week expanded, and in 1976, it officially became Black History Month in the U.S. Today, it serves as a dedicated time to reflect on African achievements, struggles, and contributions, reinforcing the importance of recognizing African history as an essential part of American history.
Carter G. Woodson
Frederick Douglas
Abraham Lincoln
Tickets can be purchased during lunches or in the counseling office with either advisor
FEATURING ⭐ ⭐ SALSA LESSONS @ 4:30 BY
Valentine’s
After school in room 201/203 Bring Your Bestie, Your Crew, or Your Boo!
For $3 get 5 school apporpriate poses
Green Screen editing on spot Decorative backgrounds Get a digital copy
Love Shouldn't Hurt In recognition of National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month, this virtual discussion will explore what a healthy relationship looks like and the warning signs of an unhealthy relationship, which can include not only physical and/or sexual violence but also more subtle behaviors such as emotional and verbal abuse, manipulation and control, and digital abuse.
THURSDAY FEBRUARY 13, 2025 6:00-7:30 PM CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
(YOU WILL RECEIVE A ZOOM LINK VIA EMAIL) *THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS AND THEIR PARENTS/CAREGIVERS. YOUTH MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT.
Join us for a virtual discussion hosted by Empower Somerset and the Empower Youth Advisory Board featuring speakers from Safe + Sound Somerset.
DOOR PRIZES AND GIVEAWAYS INCLUDING APPLEAIRPODS4 AND GIFT CARDS!
For Safe + Sound Somerset’s 24/7 Call/Text Helpline, contact 866-685-1122
This event is being funded by the New Jersey Department of Health Personal Responsibility Education Program, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services grant #2201NJPREP
JP Stevens High School
Take an ACT® Practice Test with The Princeton Review
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JPS Choir Singing Grams For Just 5 Dollars:
Send a song to your friends performed live
Gift the recipient with a mesh candy bag
ORDER FORM
Order during the week of 2/3-2/7 and all money has to be handed into Rm. 154 by 2/7
Singing Grams will be delivered during the week of 2/10-2/14
Join HESAA for one of our free webinars this winter on how to apply for New Jersey financial aid!
NEW JERSEY ALTERNATIVE FINANCIAL AID APPLICATION FOR NJ DREAMERS (English)
Monday, 1/13 • 6pm Tuesday, 2/4 • 6 pm Monday, 2/24 • 12pm FAFSA (Spanish) Thursday, 1/9 • 6pm Wednesday, 1/15 • 6pm Tuesday, 1/21 • 12pm Wednesday, 1/29 • 6pm Monday, 2/3 • 12pm Wednesday, 2/12 • 6pm Wednesday, 2/19 • 6pm Monday, 2/24 • 6pm Wednesday, 2/26 • 12pm FAFSA (English)
Thursday, 1/9 • 12pm Thursday, 2/13 • 12pm
NEW JERSEY ALTERNATIVE FINANCIAL AID APPLICATION FOR NJ DREAMERS (Spanish)
Wednesday, 1/22 • 6pm Tuesday, 1/28 • 12pm
Tuesday, 2/11 • 6pm Thursday, 2/20 • 6pm
Participants do not need to pre-register. Simply use the following link on whichever day and time you want to join: www.zoomgov.com/j/16191472863?p- wd=eldaR1hWWUdsUUg1WCtuZ- 2krOFJIZz09#success
FCCLA BUY YOUR OWN PIZZA KIT Pizzas from Cafe Gallo, Edison NJ All procceeds donated to AmeriCares wildfire relief
$15 Per pizza kit
INCLUDES: SAUCE, CHEESE, DOUGH, AND DIRECTIONS
Orders accepted until feb 3. Place orders here. Make sure payments are done in cash or check (made to JPS FCCLA) in room 133 Feb 7th: Pick up 2:30-3:45 in lobby
IMPORTANT MESSAGE FOR SENIORS
In order to graduate high school, the State of NJ now requires all students complete the FAFSA (Federal Financial Aid Forms) or an Opt Out/Waiver Form indicating that they plan not to complete the FAFSA. If you are not eligible for FAFSA, you should complete the opt out form. If you completed the FAFSA, then disregard this message. Here is what to do: 1. Complete the FAFSA by clicking here . (Click here for steps to help you.) OR 2. Complete the Opt Out/Waiver Form by clicking here , print it, and give it to the school counseling office. ** Due February 7, 2025 ** Do you want a lot more information about Financial Aid?
Click here! Thank you! Mr. Glassberg & the School Counseling Department
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