Friday News 3-4-2022
Provide a learning environment which fosters critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, and communication to prepare all students for the challenges of the 21st century.
Congratulations Amelia McGonigle!
Foran’s very own Amelia McGonigle recently won the "School of Rock " poster art contest. High School contestants were asked to create an original work of art in the media of their choosing that incorporated some musical elements in celebration of the opening of their new Milford location.
Amelia's work will be on display in the main lobby of the music school. We are thrilled she was chosen as she worked very hard on making a creative design that embodies the school's mission for learning the art of creating music.
NBC CT Visits Foran
NBC CT came to Foran on Thursday to interview Leighla-Marie Dantes and Violet Wilson, winners of the Congressional App Challenge.and Mr. Spinetti, their Computer Science teacher. The video was on the news on Thursday and is posted on the NBC CT website. Thank you to NBC CT for highlighting Leighla-Marie and Violet's accomplishment!
https://www.nbcconnecticut.com...
The Giving Club
The American Legion presented a plaque to The Giving Table to recognize their service to the community. The Giving Table provided food for both the Veterans on Veterans Day and The American Legion Annual Polar Plunge.
Sophomore Ring Dance Tickets on Sale Now
Hello Class of 2024 Families!
The time has finally arrived to buy your tickets to the 2022 Sophomore Class Ring Dance! Any sophomore student is welcome to come to the dance regardless if they bought a class ring or not.
Use this link to order your tickets now! Tickets will be on sale from Thursday, March 3rd to Friday, March 11th. No dance ticket will be allowed to be purchased the day of.
If you have any questions please contact Emily DiCapua at edicapua@milforded.org
We are pleased to announce our Spring 2022 High School Virtual Conference Schedule:
Spring conference sign up information is live now on our school website
Link live through Friday, March 25 at 12:00 pm .
Wednesday, March 30th 1:00-3:00 p.m.
Thursday, March 31st 5:30-8:00 p.m.
*Please note that we will have a modified early dismissal time on the conference days to accommodate the conference schedule.
Therefore, students will be dismissed on March 30th and March 31st at 11:48 am.
Our spring conferences will be held virtually and parents/guardians will once again have the opportunity to select a conference time through My Conference Time. We are looking forward to meeting with you to discuss your child’s learning!
Quick tip: Look for emails from “noreply@myconferencetime.com” when searching email for conference confirmation communications.
FORAN WINTER SPORTS CANDID PHOTOS AVAILABLE
All of the Winter candid photos are now available to view on Robert Taylor’s website in the Foran Gallery under Sports Candids. All photos are available for purchase.
Foran Sports - Robert Taylor Website
Robert Taylor Photography
roberttaylorphotostudio@gmail.com
203-377-0739
PSAT/SAT in School Testing Day
Wednesday March, 23, 2022
All Freshmen, Sophomores & Juniors
Wednesday, March 23, 2022
7:20 - 11:45
Students taking the exam with standard timing will be dismissed after the test, approximately 11:45am
No Sign up is necessary
All testing is done in-person at Foran
Please bring your own pencils & calculator
Students in Grades 9 and 11 should bring your fully charged chromebook. You will be taking a digital test.
Seniors will participate in Senior University, virtually from home, more information to follow
Study Guides
Study guide link for the digital SAT for juniors
https://digitaltesting.collegeboard.org/pdf/sat-student-guide-digital-testing.pdf
Study guide link for PSAT10 for sophomores
https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/media/pdf/official-student-guide-psat-10.pdf
Study guide link for the digital PSAT8/9 for freshmen
https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/media/pdf/psat-8-9-student-guide.pdf
Please click on this link to Visit the School Counseling Virtual Office
Friday, March 11th Students Can Register to Vote
The Registrar of Voters will be in the Foran Main Lobby
from 8:30am-9:30am on Friday, March 11th for students to register to vote.
You can REGISTER TO VOTE if you are:
At least 17 years old and turn 18 before Election Day (November 8, 2022)
Application and Online Registration Instructions
Students in AP Environmental Science are testing the effectiveness of using oil digesting bacteria to clean up an oil deposit.
Students in AP Environmental Science treated wastewater using a classroom size apparatus.
Students in Mrs. Cacioppo’s Marketing class created infographics showing the types of economic utility for restaurants. The types of economic utility include form, time, place, possession and information.
Looking for updates and information about Foran’s Yearbook?!
Follow us on Twitter at @Soundings_Yrbk!!
And don’t forget to order your 2021-2022 yearbook today by going to jostens.com!
Here are the top stories from the Mane Street Mirror website this week:
Stepping Into Success: A Look into Irish Step Dance - Gracie Brogan
Minors versus Adults: The Experience in Part-Time Jobs - Julianne Yasona and Ivy Glidden
Juggling Sports and Jobs During School - Jenna Supple
The March Paper comes out next week! Remember to get your copy of this month's 16-page feature story issue.
This week, students in AP Spanish read, acted out and analyzed Gabriel García Márquez's famous short story, "Un Día de Estos". Márquez was a Colombian writer who was honored with the Nobel Prize in 1982 for his most famous literary work- "Cien Años de Soledad", otherwise known as "One Hundred Years of Solitude".
In "Un Día de Estos", Márquez alludes to one of his recurrent themes: the effects of civil war on a country's inhabitants. On this particular day, painful necessity forces the mayor of a small Colombian town to request the services of the village dentist, who also happens to be his political opponent.
In Mr. Dooling’s Ancient History classes they dived into the ancient record keeping of Mesopotamia and the origin of the alphabet. After learning about ancient cuneiform, students created their own clay tablets, using a wood stylus. Many students decided to write their names or initials in the clay.
Mr. Czajkowski's Painting class has been working on abstract designs. Here are some of the creations completed by Amy Lahav, Allison Stefan, Amanda Pompa, Avery Izzo, and Jasmine Phung. Enjoy!
Students in Ms Plude’s Sculpture and AP Studio Art class have been hard at work. Here is an image of an Abstract Plaster Sculpture inspired by the work of contemporary Sculptor Andy Hawthorne. The other image is of a ‘Moment Frozen in Time’ mixed Media piece.
Here are pieces by Ava Rohleder, Bianca Torres
Mrs. Ganun’s Shape Up class focuses on wellness and every F day students learn and practices stress management techniques.
During Mrs. Ganun’s Competitive PE class the students chose to play a high intense basketball game. It was fun to watch students smile while participating in the activity.
“Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once he grows up." -Picasso
This week students in Child Development 1 explored the importance of process rather than product in children's art experiences to encourage their development. They participated in art stations that provided limited choice "product" based art with specific directions and exemplar examples. Next, they participated in art stations that explored open-ended "process" art where they were allowed free choice of materials, creativity and emphasized imagination.
Continuing with our sauce unit, Culinary ll prepared a delicious white pizza flatbread with a bechamel sauce, and turkey meatballs with a veloute sauce. Though these two sauces have few ingredients, it's a great lesson on patience and technique.
The Giving Table has officially served all of the Firehouses in Milford. We prepared a giant tray of chicken pot pie for the North Side Firehouse, and a rainbow salad filled with various vegetables. We thank all of our frontline workers for protecting our community and keeping us safe.
The Foran wrestling team completed their season this weekend at the state open in New Haven. Antonio Madero capped his state championship season with a six place finish at the state open. In addition, at the girls state tournament, Kelly Aspras became the first girls state champion in Milford history! Congratulations on another great season!!
Congratulations to Charlie Diamantis for being selected All-SCC second team!
Congratulations to Freshman Faith Doyle on her First Team All SCC selection!
WANT TO TRY OUT FOR A SPRING SPORT?????
All forms are available on Powerschool. Every student-athlete must have a current sports physical on file in the Nurse's office. All other forms should be filled out on Powerschool. They include a signed permission slip, a signed concussion form, a signed Sudden Cardiac Arrest form and a signed Covid 19 Consent Form. All forms are available on Powerschool. Please use this link for directions. Powerschool Sports Instructions.....If you have any questions, please email Anthony Vitelli at avitelli@milforded.org
Join the Foran Booster Club!
"As winter sports wrap up their regular season, with postseason competitions nearing, and the Spring sports season being just around the corner, the Foran Booster Club is still accepting memberships for this school year. New members are always welcome as we continue to support our student athletes and teams! Thank you in advance for your time and consideration."
Click Here to Join the Foran Booster Club
Softball
Do you have past experience playing softball? Do you know the game well? OR Do you have little to no experience but are an athlete with a positive attitude, willingness to learn, are mentally tough, and like to compete? We can develop your skills! We are looking for student athletes to join the softball team and have FUN! Email Coach Johnson at jjohnson@milforded.org if you are interested!
We will have a meeting from 2:15-3:15pm on March 10th for all students who will be playing softball. Please meet outside the gym.
Creative Writing Club
Creative Writing Club will meet on Monday, March 7th from 2:00-2:45pm in room 264. New members are welcome to attend.
Multicultural Club
The multicultural club meets Mondays at 2pm in room 338. We talk about different cultures, including our own, and share stories and experiences. We learn something new every day!
Game Club
Interested in learning about the card game Magic The Gathering? (Of course you are!) At Game Club, we are happy to show you the game, help you make a deck, and play! No supplies needed. Join us on Friday’s after school in Room 407 to learn more.
Post Prom Fundraiser Link
