County commends Hall on recycling efforts
May 15, 2012 • By Chelsie McCaffery ‘15
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Rumors have been circulating that we don’t actually recycle the papers in the recycling bins at the high school. Mr. Myron Hall, Director of Facilities, is in charge of the recycling process, and he dispelled this rumor. Not only are we recycling, but he... Read more »
NHS wants your blood
March 16, 2012 • By Brenda Boody '15
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The National Honors Society (NHS) likes to take people’sblood. No, they are not part of the Twilight cast. On March 2nd, 2012, NHS hosted the annual Blood Drive at West Deptford High School. Samantha Cargill (12th) a member of NHS said that she helps with the Blood Drive because “I gave blood twice... Read more »
Students take part in Read Across America Day
March 16, 2012
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Ms. Grossmann’s 10th and 11th grades students read for enjoyment on March 2. They were permitted to bring in their own book or read from one she provided. Some students also chose to read electronic books on their phones or articles on the computer. Read More →
Nicole Smashey hopes you dance
March 16, 2012
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Senior Nick Canning recorded Nicole Smashey singing “I Hope You Dance.” Read More →
Wind Symphony is a new branch of Symphonic Band
February 28, 2012 • By Nicole Smashey '13
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West Deptford has an excellent band. They sound good. They look good. The three different bands are the Symphonic Band, more commonly known as Concert Band, the Marching Band, and the Jazz Lab. Now, there’s a fourth band. West Deptford High School now has a Wind Symphony. “Wind Symphony is a great... Read more »
The Grammy’s pay tribute to Whitney Houston
February 22, 2012 • By Dan Albinson '15
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On Sunday February 12th 2012, in Los Angeles at the Staples Center, LL Cool J hosted the 54th annual Grammy Awards. The day before the Grammys, Whitney Houston died, and at last second notice, a tribute was planned for her. (Kanye West nominated for the most awards with seven,) Adele,... Read more »
Student Council helps the local animal shelter
February 14, 2012 • By Brenda Boody '15
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Student Council is running a Valentine’s Day Animal Shelter Drive. All of the donations and monetary donations are going to the Friends of Burlington County Animal Shelter. Student Council chose Valentine’s Day because so many students love their pets. It’s also a great time because most people... Read more »
Super Bowl XLVI attracts a record number of viewers
February 9, 2012 • By Dan Albinson '14
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On Sunday, February 5th, 2012, the 46th annual Super Bowl was played inIndianapolis. The Super Bowl is the championship for the NFL (National Football League). The two teams playing in it were the American Football Conference (AFC) champions, the New England Patriots, and the National Football Conference... Read more »
Physics students complete in neuroscience Brain Bee
February 9, 2012 • By Colin Quinn '13
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Early Saturday morning on January 4, juniors Jack Baldwin, Michael McKendry, Allex Richard Bethke and Colin Quinn hopped in a school van with Physics teacher Mr. Pustie to go toRutgers,New Brunswick-Piscataway Busch campus to attend the Brain Bee. It is an event sponsored by the Universityof Medicineand... Read more »
Help Student Council support the Animal Shelter
February 1, 2012 • Information provided by Ms. Kelly
Filed under News, Video
Student Council is collecting items and money for an animal shelter where Ms. Christie works. We will be collecting in room 211 or in the main lobby until February 17th. If you donate, please bring in a picture of your pet to use in a display for the cafeteria. You can also check out the Animal... Read more »
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