News from Newark High School

Students in Ms. Buzgon’s Marketing Communications II classes were able to experience Junior Achievement’s program on Success Skills during the second marking period.  Volunteers from Sallie Mae came in to the classroom to teach students about interviewing skills, presentation skills, resumes, employment responsibilities, and preparing for college.  The students and volunteers learned from each other during the time that they participated in this program.

DECA students are busy preparing for another Halo 3 gaming tournament to help raise money for Newark’s chapter.  The event will take place on January 28, 2009 in the library right after school.

DECA students will be attending the state competition on February 11, 2009 at the Sheraton in Dover.  Students will compete against other high schools in Delaware.  The students that do well in their competitions will qualify to attend the national competition.  Nationals will take place at the end of April in Louisville, Kentucky.  Good luck to Newark’s chapter!

NHS Parent Resource Center Hosts "Breakfast with the Principal" - On Tuesday, January 12, the Newark High Parent Resource Center hosted their second "Breakfast with the Principal" session from 7:30-9:00 a.m.  Parents spoke openly with Assistant Principals Mrs. Savage and Mr. Scott asking questions, making suggestions and offering comments on such topics as MAP testing, school climate, academics and instruction, technology, staffing, class sizes and more.  The Parent Resource Center is staffed Tuesdays from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.  To learn more or request additional information, please email:  nhsparentresourcecenter@christina.k12.de.us