Our Mission Statement:
Provide a learning environment which fosters critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, and communication to prepare all students for the challenges of the 21st century.
Early Dismissal Wednesday 10/19 & Thursday 10/20 Parent Conferences
Joseph A. Foran High School Announces 6 Students Named National Merit Commended Scholars
Mr. Berkowitz, is pleased to announce six seniors have been named Commended Scholars by the College Board and the National Merit Scholarship Corporation in the 2023 National Merit Scholarship Program.
The recognized students include Maria Korman, Violet Wilson, Grace Foley, Justin Gentallan, Skyler Agresti and Joseph Cichowski. The students were presented with letters of commendation and certificates for their excellent performance on the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) last fall, administered through The College Board. Of all students taking the exam, approximately 3% are named Commended Scholars. The National Merit Scholarship Corporation has partnered with The College Board for decades through the administration of the PSAT.
Attention All Seniors!
On Thursday, October 20th all Seniors need to be in school by 7:20am for a “SAVE A LIFE TOUR” assembly. This includes seniors that normally have AM senior priv. We want everyone to experience the important messages given in the presentation.
If you have AM priv, please adjust your schedule accordingly.
If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Z.
Thank you!
Fall conference sign up information available on our school website from
Friday, October 7th, at 9:00 a.m. through Monday, October 17th, at 12:00 p.m.
Fall 2022 High School Conference Schedule:
Wednesday, October 19th 5:30-8:00 p.m.
Thursday, October 20th 1:00-3:00 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
October 19th and October 20th at 11:48 am.
Parents/guardians will once again have the opportunity to select a conference time through My Conference Time.
All conferences will be in person unless a parent/guardian requests a Google Meet link directly from the teacher.
If you prefer a virtual session, please contact the teacher to request a Google Meet link to conduct your conference virtually after you have confirmed your conference time through My Conference Time Online Scheduler.
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.
College & Career
ASVAB
The ASVAB test will be administered on Friday, November 4th. Interested juniors and seniors should see Mrs. Wunder to sign up and get a permission slip.
Representatives from all the different branches of the military will be visiting Foran throughout the month of November. Students interested in a career in the military and who would like to learn more should see Mrs. Wunder to sign up.
Band of the Week: Foran High School
"We always knew our band was the best but here they are on the news!
Check out the Foran Band for Band of the Week! Excellent Job."
Students in Mrs. O'Keefe's ECE: If You Love It, Teach It class observed classes at East Shore Middle School this week as part of their field experience work for the class. Students observed different grades and subjects and the ESMS alumni enjoyed being back at their middle school.
Journalism students went to SCSU last Friday to meet Keisha Grant from NBC and learn from professors and professional journalists about editing, social media, and how to write and find story ideas.
AP Psychology students learned about the different devices/methods to study the human brain. One of the first methods introduced was phrenology by pseudoscientists Fran Gall. Phrenology is the study of the contours of the skull and how they are indicative of mental facilities and character. What better way to understand than to examine a fellow classmate.
As the 9th grade world history classes finished up their unit on the Renaissance, students presented posters and videos they created about important people of the era in a gallery walk format. Students looked at artists, writers, political thinkers, and scientists of the time.
Students taking Crime and Punishment this semester had a recent visit from our very own SRO Office Kish. Officer Kish spoke to the students about the difference between probable cause and reasonable suspicion. Throughout the class students asked questions about some of Officer Kish's previous experiences and she shared real life examples to help explain the difference. Thanks Officer Kish!
Model United Nation Students in both Mrs. Bradford's and Mr. Phelan's class participated in their first mock debate this week. Students were assigned an album from Rolling Stones Top 500 albums of all time and had to argue to have one of the songs off the album should be added to a playlist to present to intergalactic visitors. This activity helps students understand Parliamentary Procedure which is a core concept in our Model United Nations Class.
Students in Latin 1 have been researching ancient Roman and Greek deities and are presenting their work in class.
Students in Methods of Teaching and Learning prepared lessons addressing the following CT Early Learning and Development Standards:
-Social and Emotional Development:Express, recognize, and respond to emotions
-Mathematics: Recognition of Quantity, written numerals
Mrs. Plude’s Intro to Art and Design class recently finished creating Triskele orbs inspired by the Elements of Art and Principles of Design. A triskele describes a triple spiral motif: three symmetrical swirls emanate from a single point. The name itself comes from the Greek words ‘tri’ and ‘skelos’ meaning ‘three legs’. The designs’ origin dates back far into history and has been found across the globe with the oldest in Malta (4400-3600 BC) but also carved in stones for example at New Grange, Ireland, ancient Greece, Italy, Korea, and Japan. In fact, it is believed to be among the oldest spiritual symbols created by humans altogether.
In Mr. Hair’s coaching class, students led their peers in a simulated drill of their choice. Students chose which sport they want to coach and have been working hard on formulating their plans. This is their time to showcase their pre-season, during season, and post season drills.
In PE-1, all classes focused on floor hockey this week! I saw some amazing stick skills! Great week Foran.
This week's TEAMS class participated in an activity called Parachute Ball. The teams had to communicate and move in unison to catch and “launch” a ball into a quadrant.
The Foran High School Athletic Department and The Foran Sports Booster Club have teamed up to honor a deserving varsity athlete each week of the season throughout the 2022-2023 school year. Each recipient will be recognized for their performance in the “Friday News” and they will also receive a tee shirt.
The Foran Sports Booster Club Co-Athletes of the Week
Seniors Conlan Deschaine & Nicholas Agresti have been selected for their outstanding performance in Soccer. Both Nicholas and Conlan have been instrumental in the success of the team this season. The Boys Soccer Team is within one point of qualifying for the CIAC Class M State Tournament. Congratulations!
Southern Connecticut Conference and Great Blue Research as Fall Scholar-Athletes
Congratulations Tighe Duggan & Skylar Agresti!
LION PRIDE!
ATTENTION ALL GIRLS ICE HOCKEY PLAYERS
Registration has opened for winter sports.
All student athletes/Parents should register on our final forms site. It can be found on a link on our webpage: https://www.hamden.org/departments/athletics/sign-up-to-play-sports Tryouts will take place Monday, November 21, 2022, Tuesday, November 22, 2022 and Wednesday, November 23, 2022 - Time TBA - Lou Astorino Ice Rink. We are just waiting for times from the rink. Our coaches email is jmorgillo@hamden.org in case you have any parents with hockey questions.
Softball Meeting
There will be a meeting for all girls interested in playing softball this year. on Monday October 17. The meeting will start promptly at 2 pm in the Gym. If you have any questions, please see Mr. Vitelli
Attention Indoor Track Team Meeting
There will be an important meeting of the Indoor Track Team and anyone (Girls and Boys) who is interested in joining the team on Tuesday, October 25th, 2022 at 2:05 PM in the gymnasium. Please make every effort to attend this important meeting.
Football
The Foran Lion Football Team defeated East Haven on Friday night 42-8. Matt Miller recorded another 3 touchdowns on the ground behind his offensive line Cody Mainville, Boots Payne, Luke Cruz, Fernando Queiroz, and Aidan Grant. Jack Cushman continues with stellar play from the QB position throwing touchdowns to Josh Smith and Kyle Walker. The Lion Defense continued with its dominance by holding the East Haven yellow jackets to only 8 points. Aidan Grant forced two fumbles, while Justin Daniel had 10 tackles and a fumble recovery.
Next Up: The Lions play Branford High School @ Branford. Game starts at 7:00 PM.
Boys Soccer
Boys soccer improved its record to 6-5 with 2 wins and a loss this week.
Game winning goals by Christian Boutote against Law and North Haven secured the wins while the lions dropped a hard fought match to NDWH on Wednesday night.
The boys take on Hamden tonight, followed by Lyman Hall and East Haven next week.
Girls Soccer
THURSDAY, OCT. 6- VS HAMDEN
We played at home vs Hamden and won 4-2. Colleen Ardolino finished the game with a hat-trick (3 goals), one assist from Taylor LaFountain. Maia Matula scored the remaining goal with an assist from Katie McTigue. We had 14 shots on goal vs Hamden who had 10.
SATURDAY, OCT. 8- VS BRANFORD
Lost to a tough Branford squad 0-2. We played a tough defensive battle. Branford had 35 shots on us while we only had 1.
MONDAY, OCT 10 VS LAW
Beat Law 2-0. Goals scored by Colleen Ardolino, assisted by Skyler Agresti, and Izzy Fallon. We had 21 shots on frame while Law had 8.
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 12 @ NORTH HAVEN
Beat North Haven 1-0 with a late goal in the second half from Zoe Fallon. We pepperd North Haven with shots all game- 20 of them in total. North Haven had 4 shots on us.
Girls Cross Country
The girls cross country team raced twice this past week. At Wickham Park this weekend they came in 10th of the 27 teams that attended our race. Adrianna Gonzalez took 25th place - beating out over 140 other competitors! Allie Regan and Olivia Dyki held on to be in the top 60 runners. Nora Hayes came in 87th of the 140 athletes, and senior captains Grace Foley and Anna Harris came in together right under 26 minutes. The team raced Amity, Hamden, and Wilbur Cross at Fitzgerald Park on Tuesday and came in 3rd. Although it was a tough race, seven members earned their best times for the season. Notably, freshmen Clara Pasacreta, McKenna D'Agostino, and Gianna Capozzi all dropped anywhere from 30 seconds to over a minute 30 this race! The team runs again at the SCC Championships next Wednesday.
Boys Cross Country
This week the boys cross country team took 2nd in a quad meet at Amity against Amity, Wilbur Cross, and Hamden. The top 6 runners for Foran all got in the top 15 overall. Max Newton (18:26), Joe Meade (18:31), Tighe Duggan (18:34), James Galaburri (18:55), Kevin Chen (19:34), and Cole Cahill (19:39). The boys beat Amity and Hamden, and lost in a very competitive meet to Wilbur Cross by 8 points. The postseason is approaching, with the SCC Championship meet being held next Wednesday, October 19th at East Shore Park in New Haven!
Volleyball
Last week the volleyball team went 0-2 against Law and Guilford. We had some outstanding defense though. Haley Stroffolino had 56 digs last week and Lauren Stroffolino had 33 digs last week.
Swimming & Diving
This week Swim & Dive had an exciting week with two wins and our LionHeart fundraiser! The Lady Lions swam against Branford HS and the East Haven/Wilbur Cross/HillHouse Co-op team coming away with wins from both events! On Saturday, October 8th the Foran Swim and Dive team joined Jonathon Law and held their annual LionHeart Swiim-a-thon to raise money for breast cancer research! Combined, both teams raised $3,370 during the event!
2022-2023 Winter Sports Tryout Dates and Times
GIRLS ICE HOCKEY (at Hamden HS)
November 21, 22 and 23 (Times TBA)
GIRLS BASKETBALL (Gym)
November 28, 29 and 30 (3:00 pm each day)
BOYS ICE HOCKEY (Milford)
November 28, 29 and 30 (Times TBA)
WRESTLING (Wrestling Room 2nd Floor)
November 28, 29 and 30 (2:30 pm each day)
BOYS BASKETBALL (Gym)
December 1, 2 and 3
*Freshman- December 1 (5:30 pm) December 2 (6:30 pm)
December 3 (2:00 pm)
*JV and Varsity- December 1 (3:30 pm) December 2 (4:30 pm)
December 3 (12:00 pm)
GYMNASTICS (Gym)
December 1 (7:00 pm) December 2 (7:30)
December 3 (7:00 am)
INDOOR TRACK (Track)
December 1 and 2 (2:30 pm) December 3 (9:00 am)
BOYS SWIMMING and DIVING (Pool)
December 1,2 and 3 (2:45 pm each day)
Interact Club
Please help the Interact Club stop hunger and homelessness by participating in Milford's 11th annual "Trick or Trot 5K" benefiting the Beth El Shelter. Sign up by 10/15 for a guaranteed race tee-shirt !
Milford's 11th Annual 'Trick or Trot 5K' sign-up
Interact Club
The Interact Club will be meeting after school on Monday, October 17th in room 123.
National Honor Society Food Drive
The National Honor Society is currently running a food drive for the Purple Pantry. There are donation boxes set up in the TLC and in the main lobby outside the Main Office. Please help the Purple Pantry by donating non-perishable items. We will be collecting throughout the month of October. Thank You!
National Honor Society
The National Honor Society will hold its next meeting on Thursday, October 27th, in the TLC directly after school. This is for current members only. Please see Mrs. DeLoma with any questions!
Coding Club
October is cyber security month, and Coding club is celebrating by participating in the Cyberstart America competition. Scholarships, certifications, and more can be won through participation. No experience necessary, drop by Mr. Spinetti's room (393-Tech Hall) Tuesdays after school to learn more.
Forever Friends
This is your official invitation to become a member of
FOREVER FRIENDS!!
Everyone is welcome to join us for our Halloween Party!
Date: Tuesday, October 25, 2022
Time: 2:00-3:30pm
Location: Mrs. Kaminski’s class (room 365 by the cafeteria)
Contact Mrs. Kaminski or Mr. Raucci if you have any questions.
Mkaminski@milforded.org or Rraucci@milforded.org
Join the Google Classroom with code 5tmzd6y
Game Club
Game Club will meet after school in Room 404 Science Floor from 2:00-3:30pm. Video games, role playing games, card games, board games - we've got 'em all! Please join us for a game! No experience necessary. All are welcome!
Debate Club
Want to debate? Engage others in discussion? Debate Club meets every other Tuesday in room 207. New members are always welcome!
Ski & Snowboard
Do you love to ski or snowboard? The Ski and Snowboard Club is open to all who love to carve up fresh powder! First informational meeting will be held right after school on Tuesday, October 18th in room 344. Please see Mr. Blude in room 344 or email jblude@milforded.org with any questions.
Multicultural Club
Are you interested in learning about a variety of different cultures? The Multicultural Club aims to improve multicultural awareness and appreciation in the Foran High School community in order to create a safe environment where people of different backgrounds can learn about each other and host activities that promote understanding of diversity among students. We meet every other Thursday. Use the remind code @jafmu to join our club's remind. Again, that's @jafmu. Nos vemos el jueves!
Fishing Club
The Fishing Club's we will meet every Tuesday in room 395 Tech Hall. Anyone is welcome to join.
Health Professions Club
A reminder that the health professions club meets in room 343 on Mondays.
Bible & Prayer Club
Looking for a way to grow your relationship with God? Do you want to learn more about the Bible and what it has to say? Do you have prayer requests for yourself or someone you care about? Come and visit the Bible and Prayer Club in room 392 each Monday after school. All are welcome!
Creative Writing Club
Creative Writing Club will meet in Room 264 on Monday, October 17th from 2:00-2:45. See Mrs. O’Keefe with any questions. Everyone is welcome!
Drama Club
Due to the early dismissal the Drama Club will meet in the auditorium next Monday October 17th after school until 3:15pm. Drama Club is open to anyone who enjoys acting and playing improv/theater games. No previous experience is required. Contact Mr. Stammen if you have any questions.
Class of 2024 Fundraiser
