A Caring Community of Learners
Creating a learning environment to foster the ideals of Respect, Responsibility, and Citizenship.
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MAY:ECHO ALEXANDER
Echo, our Student Council president, HAS SHINED ACADEMICALLY, AS WELL AS BEHAVIORALLY, PERSONIFYING OUR CORE VALUES of rescpect, responsibility, citizenship, and service to others in every way.
Echo CONSISTENTLY works to improve upon our program, and encourage other students to work to their highest potential, particularly during this difficult time in their education. Echo is a true role model for present and future students.
APRIL: ALEX AMIRI
Alex has emerged as an extremely diligent worker. He is committed to obtaining optimal grades during this unique time in education. Alex is committed to completing every online assignment as thoroughly as possible.
Alex has shown tremendous responsibility and growth. His determination and drive to succeed under these circumstances is admirable.
MARCH: SAM TRACY
Sam has become an extremely hard working student. He is committed to attaining good grades during this unique time. He completes his online assignments as thoroughly as possible. Sam's persevernace to graduate under these extenuating circumstances is commendable. During this time, he has truly embraced our core values of respect and responsiblilty.
Sofia is an exemplary student in our program. She shines academically and leads through example by personifying our core values, of respect. responsibility, and citizenship. She is dedicated participant in our service learning programs. Sofia creates positivity among her peers, goes above and beyond what is asked of her. She assists staff and peers without hesitation. We are beyond fortunate to work with Sofia
Colin is an extremely hard working student, who is committed to his academics and acting as an asset to his classmates. Colin's extraordinary manners, kind smile, outstanding attendance brightens up every classroom in the alternative high school. His determination and investment in our core values will take him far.
Christina is an extremely hard working student. New to our program this year, Christina has excelled academically as well as behaviorally, personifying our core values of respect, responsibility, and citizenship. Christina consistently displays extraordinary manners and a kind smile, bringing joy to each of her classes, teachers, and her peers.
De'Sean is an extremely hard working student, who is committed to graduating in June and acting as an asset to his classes and student government. De'Sean has made tremendous strides in school this year, earning excellent grades for the first marking period. His perseverance and determination are admirable. De'Sean's extraordinary manners, kind smile, outstanding attendance, and constant offers to assist others brightens up every classroom at the Alternative High School. He continues to display our core values of respect, responsibility, and citizenship daily.
Sophia is an extremely dedicated student, who is committed to becoming an integral member of the Alternative High School community. Her unparalleled manners, kind smile, outstanding attendance, and constant committed to education brightens up every classroom. Sophia truly embraces our core values of respect, responsibility, and citizenship.
OCTOBER IS
Hi everyone! The Community Service Class at the Cherry Hill Alternative High School is participating in a traditional October event called "Socktober." It was started by Kid President, Robby Novak's brother-in-law, Brad Montague. in 2011. Brad realized that there was a large homeless population around where he lived, and they were in need of socks. Socks are the least donated items to homeless shelters. Brad set out for his first donation drive for socks. He collected and gave them out to the local homeless populations where he lived throughout the month of October. That's where we get the name "Socktober." This tradition has dramatically grown in the number of participants. In 2017, all seven continents had participants in Socktober. So, this year, the Cherry Hill Alternative High School Community Service Class has also decided to participate and encourage others to donate socks.
You can drop socks off outside the main entrance to the Malberg Aministration Buidling. There will be a collection box placed at the doorway.
You can view this video, "How Do You Socktober?" for more inforamtion.
PSAT TESTING
PSAT Testing will take place on Wednesday, October 14, 2020. Please read this important letter from Dr. Chapman regarding testing.
Meet the new staff at the Alternative High School. We are excited to welcome them into our learning community.
I am beyond thrilled and grateful to join the Cherry Hill Alternative High School community. Originally from the state of Oklahoma, I have lived on the East Coast since 2003. I started my career in international development and government relations in Washington, DC, but discovered along the way that my true passion is teaching and making an impact in the lives of young people. My teaching career began in Philadelphia, and during that time I earned my Master of Education (M.Ed) in Special Education degree. I am a singer and writer of poetry. I hold firm beliefs and interest in redemption, equity and justice. My own proud identity as a Persian-American makes me uniquely poised to see the world from a different perspective. I am happily married and a proud father of an inquisitive, creative and caring six year old daughter.
Ms. Imani Shivers
Educational Assistant
I am a recent graduate from Rutgers University. There, I received my Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Dance from the Mason Gross School of the Arts Dance Department. I also graduated with a minor in Sociology. I have been a dance instructor for six years, which has allowed me to teach and influence young minds in a positive way. I am also a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated. I am very excited to be a part of the Alternative High School, and look forward to the school year.
The AHS Senior Recognition Ceremony will take place virtually on Friday, June 12th at 11 AM.
1. To view the Senior Recognition Ceremony Live Event, you will first click on the Join Live Stream link below.
2. If you're viewing the Live Event on a desktop or laptop, select cancel at the pop-up window when prompted to open Microsoft Teams.
3. If you're viewing the Live Event on a mobile device, you will have to download Microsoft Teams.
4. Next, if on a desktop or laptop select Watch on the Web. If viewing from a mobile device, Microsoft Teams will open.
5. Finally, select Join Anonymously.
IMPORTANT END OF THE YEAR INFORMATION
Please read the attached letter from Dr. Chapman regarding the end of the year and the Senior Recognition Ceremony.
AMERICAN RED CROSS HOPE SCHOLARSHIP
The Alternative High School is proud to announce, senior, Echo Alexander, as a recipient of the American Red Cross' Hope Scholarship. Echo was selcted for being an active participant in our school's annual blood drive and exhibiting a leadership role in the coordination and recruitment of the blood drive. He will receive $250 toward his college education.
Echo will be attending Susquehanna University, Selinsgrove, PA in the Fall, where he will be studying ecology.
COVID-19 Information
from Our District Nurses
Please read the attached newsletter, with helpful information regarding COVID-19, from the Cherry Hill Public Schools Nursing Department.
Additional information about COVID-19 can be found on the district COVID-19 page. If you are experiencing illness, please seek the help of a medical professional.
School is closed.
We miss you!
Together we stand strong!
We can't wait to see you again.
Be Well!
Stay Safe!
We are the
Alternative High School Tigers.
NEW ONLINE LEARNING EXPECTATIONS
Please read the attached letter from Dr. Chapman regarding the new online learning expectations that will take place starting, March 30, 2020.
This event is postponed until further notice.
The Cherry Hill Alliance on Alcohol and Drug Abuse and Cherry Hill Public Schools will later host an evening filled with useful information and helpful resources for both you and your children.
Please view this online flyer for more information.
The Alternative High School held Student Government Elections on Friday, October 4, during morning homeroom. The candidates spent a week of campaigning and each presented a platform speech on Wednesday, October 2. On Thursday, October 3, the Alternative High School held a Presidential debate, in which all 5 candidates where able to discuss their views on questions presented by Mr. Arno. After counting the votes, the race for the office of Vice-President ended in a tie. A runoff election was held on Monday, October 7, during morning homeroom. The Alternative High School is proud to announce the 2019-2020 Officers of the AHS Student Government Association:Echo Alexander - President, Sophia Gawronski - Vice President, Joe PAssio - Secretary, Tara Adams -Treasurer. CONGRATULATIONS to the winners, and THANK YOU to all who were courageous enough to run!
The Principal and staff of the Alternative High School invite you to join us for our "Back to School Breakfast". Please click on the link above for a letter from Dr. Chapman.
Information from the NJ Department of Health pertaining to the Coronavirus for K-12 Schools can be viewed online here.
Further information can be found at the Center for Disease Control and Prevention website.
Readiness Calendar Offers Tips for Preparing for Hybrid Learning
A "Readiness Calendar" featuring suggestions to help students prepare to attend school in the Hybrid Model, launching on November 9, 2020, is available online.
Beck Middle School 7th grader Ebele Azikiwe and CHPS Superintendent Dr. Joseph Meloche testified at the October 22, 2020 NJ Assembly Education Committee hearing, in favor of Bill A3601, which requires public schools to include instruction on accomplishments and contributions of African Americans to American Society.
A written copy of Ebele's testimony is available online, as is a written copy of Dr. Meloche's testimony.
Biographies of the five candidates for three open seats on the Cherry Hill Board of Education are now available online. The biographies are listed in ballot order and are published unedited, as written by the candidates.
A Candidates Forum, hosted by the Cherry Hill Zone PTA and New Jersey League of Women Voters, was held virtually on October 8, 2020 at 7 pm. A recording of the forum is available on the District YouTube channel.
The candidates running for three open seats are, in ballot order:
Ineda “Corrien” Elmore-Stratton – “Leadership, Commitment, Excellence”
Carol Matlack – “Leadership, Commitment, Excellence”
John Papeika – “Challenge, Support, Educate”
Aslihan Cakmak – “Because Education Matters”
Miriam Stern – “Progress, Leadership, Integrity”
