SHS WEEKLY REMINDERS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
WEEK OF JANUARY 28, 2024
Dear Smithfield High School Families and Students,
I am pleased to introduce you to Weekly Reminders and Announcements, our new initiative to keep you connected with the happenings of Smithfield High School. As your principal, my goal is to ensure that every family feels informed, involved, and integral to our school community.
This newsletter will be delivered to your inbox each week, and a copy will be made available on the school's website for your convenience. Weekly Reminders and Announcements is designed to be your essential guide, providing timely updates, celebrating our collective achievements, and spotlighting the unique happenings within our vibrant community.
While this newsletter is primarily a conduit from the school to your home, we welcome your thoughts on how we can continue to improve and ensure it serves the needs of our community effectively. Together, we can ensure that it becomes an informative and integral part of your weekly routine.
I am excited about this new journey in fostering transparent and engaging communication within our Smithfield High School family.
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IN SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS…
THE SPRING TERM HAS BEGUN!
The Fall Term is officially in the books! We can close the chapter on all of our hard work and reflect on our accomplishments! The 3rd quarter of the Spring Term runs from January 22nd through April 1st. The Q3 progress report window is March 4th - March 8th.
Have a question about your grades or transcript? Find your counselor here!
LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD!
We're eager to hear from our Smithfield High community! Students, your insights on school life are invaluable. Parents, your perspectives on your child's education are crucial. Please take a moment to share your thoughts through our survey. Your feedback is instrumental in shaping a positive experience for everyone at Smithfield High.
Student Survey Link
Parent Survey Link
SHS WELCOMES JULIANNA RIVELLI TO MUSIC ROLE
We are delighted to welcome Juliana Rivelli, a distinguished soprano with over 10 years of performance experience, as our new long-term substitute teacher. A proud alumna of Smithfield, Juliana brings a wealth of knowledge in Classical, Jazz, Musical Theater, and other Contemporary Commercial Music voice studies, which she began at the young age of 9. Holding a Bachelor of Science degree in Music Education from The College of Saint Rose and a Master of Music in Classical Voice Pedagogy from Shenandoah University, she has honed her skills in prestigious voice studios and through her own private voice studio, Rivelli Voice Studio.
Juliana steps in to continue the incredible work of the late Katherine Young, a beloved member of our school community whose legacy will always be cherished. We are confident that Juliana’s passion for music and education will inspire our students and honor Ms. Young’s remarkable impact. Please join us in giving Juliana Rivelli a warm Smithfield welcome as she returns to her alma mater to share her expertise and enthusiasm with us.
COFFEE CHATS WITH THE PRINCIPAL
Join me, Principal Geraghty, for 'Coffee Chats' on the first Friday of every month in the library media center from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM. This is a great opportunity for us to connect, discuss school matters, share ideas, or just enjoy a casual conversation over coffee. Your insights and participation are invaluable in making Smithfield High the best it can be. Please RSVP at this link so we can prepare accordingly. Looking forward to some great conversations!
WINTER BALL A HUGE SUCCESS!
Special thanks to Ms. Hogan and Ms. Young for their exceptional efforts in organizing the Winter Ball! Your dedication and creativity ensured a night full of joy and unforgettable memories. A big shoutout to the Student Council as well – your hard work in planning and enthusiasm truly paid off. And to all the teachers who chaperoned, thank you for ensuring a safe and enjoyable evening for everyone!
REMINDER: SENIOR GRADUATION INFORMATION
Please TAKE YOUR TIME and complete this Google Form accurately with the information needed to print your DIPLOMA and provide properly sized GRADUATION robes. Any questions, see Ms. Courtemanche.
SENIOR PORTFOLIOS DUE FEBRUARY 20TH!
Portfolios are a priority and a graduation REQUIREMENT. Please speak with your guidance counselor as soon as possible if you were notified your portfolio is overdue. We are here to support you through this process.
FEBRUARY 20, 2024 is the LAST DAY portfolios will be accepted.
Social Suspension will apply to upcoming events such as: prom etc. until your portfolio is completed. Please make it your priority to complete your portfolio!
COLLEGE REQUESTS FOR SEMESTER ONE TRANSCRIPT AND GRADES
School Counselors will be uploading your semester one transcript and report card to colleges once grade posting is complete. This will occur prior to February break. If a platform other than Common App was used when applying to a college, we will send this information through that specific one. Please reach out if you have any questions or concerns. Mrs. DiMuccio
DEADLINE FOR SENIOR QUOTES IN YEARBOOK:
If you want a senior quote in the yearbook, please fill out the Google form NO LATER THAN February 4. Also, Mrs. Aurecchia and Ms. Pereira are looking for photos from the Senior (Fashion) show for the yearbook. If you have any photos you'd like to share with us, please email them to us as soon as possible.
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.
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES FOR GRADUATING SENIORS
The Jay G. Lawrence Scholarship - Be a graduating Smithfield High School senior accepted for the 2024-2025 school year to an accredited university, college, junior college, technical school, or other educational institution. See additional information here
The Irene Y. Rianna Memorial Foundation has been created by her family for the purpose of awarding scholarships to deserving Smithfield High School students and to continue to raise awareness of Alzheimer’s Disease. See additional information here
The Carter Roger Williams Scholarship provides annual scholarships to Rhode Island high school seniors who display an appreciation for, and a desire to embody, the values of our state’s founder. See additional information here
The Doreen Nicholson Scholarship - Doreen Nicholson inspired many throughout her community and helped others in many ways. Find scholarship application here
Additional scholarships from the Rhode Island Foundation can be found here and from a variety of sources here.
CAREER OPPORTUNITY FOR GRADUATING SENIORS
Seniors, Are you looking for a rewarding career with no college debt? Plumbers & Pipefitters Local Union 51 is accepting applications for Plumber, Pipefitter and Refrigeration Technician apprentices from 3/4/24 to 3/15/2024. Visit their website for more information! https://www.ualocal51.com/
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
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!
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.
INTERESTED IN JOINING THE SKI/SNOWBOARDING CLUB?
We have some students who are starting up a Ski/Snowboard Club! Please fill out this form if you are interested in participating!
GIRLS WHO CODE FREE VIRTUAL SUMMER PROGRAM
Ready to shape your future and join an empowering sisterhood? Become a coder this summer with Girls Who Code! Girls Who Code’s free virtual Summer Programs empower you to build skills, community, and a professional network for your future, in the ways that work best for you. The Self-Paced Program is for current 9th-12th grade girls and non-binary students with beginner to advanced coding experience, including program alums.
Apply here by the early deadline, February 14, 2024 for priority consideration or apply by our general deadline, March 22, 2024. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to level up your coding skills, kickstart your future, tap into lifelong career support, and have fun along the way!
Need help? Learn more with our program flyer, webinars, or FAQs, or email us at summer@girlswhocode.com.
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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!
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. Help make this a great year for our kids! We have some new and exciting events and activities planned for this year as well as perennial favorites. 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!
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1KvQ87AQIBr5wuWyEnEY-PKgHVM5e3iziVau-nU8_OWI/edit?usp=sharing
DAILY BELL SCHEDULE
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ij8-A17g2SeEwVnAoV3hEOHFV8dstUGrDizzZF5tkNo/edit
OUR MISSION STATEMENT
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1F8RV2YjR6xE1OLh6YdBnNz8S3O9GX6bFq1PreSBulns/edit
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A LOOK AHEAD…
JANUARY
January 31 - US Army Table Display
January 31 - Boy’s Basketball live stream
FEBRUARY
February 1 - Black History Month Begins
February 7 - Parent Council Meeting
February 15 - Music Booster Club Meeting
February 19-23 - Midwinter Recess: Schools closed
Please feel free to contact us should you have any questions or concerns.
Sincerely,
Dan Geraghty
Principal