October 9, 2026

1) On Friday, October 23rd, there will be a field trip to Hunterdon County Polytech for any sophomore or junior interested in learning more about Polytech programs. All permission slips must be handed to Ms. Fisher in the counseling office by today.
2) The Emerging Leaders and friends are meeting today from 2:30-3:10 for a little Shakespeare Garden Clean-Up and Staff Bonding. No garden experience is necessary, and all supplies will be provided. The goal is to spend time together while preparing the garden for its next season. The garden location is just outside 012 in the English basement (parallel to the football field). Hope to see you there!
3) Makeup testing for the NJGPA will take place starting Tuesday Oct 13th in the Media center at 7:45 am OR 11:30 am for Polytech students. Please see Mr. Flynn with questions.
4) North Ice Hockey will hold a preseason meeting on Tuesday, October 13 in the Media Center. Everyone trying out must attend. Reach out to Coach Martori with questions.
5) All students trying out for the varsity dance team – Aspen is now open to register for the season. Parents and students can find sign-up information under “sports forms” by selecting “NORTH BASKETBALL DANCE”. Tryouts begin on Wednesday, October 14th. Questions, see Coach Harty or Coach Kiehl.
6) Hey North! Just how Green ARE you?! Join the Environmental Club for a Post-HoCo Campus Cleanup. Sign up in Aspen, join Google Classroom, and meet in Room 201 after school on Wednesday, October 14th! See Ms. Bentzinger with any questions!
7) If you are interested in joining the boys or girls North Swim Team there will be an interest meeting on Wednesday, October 14th at 2:30 in rm 217.
8) There will be an ESL Buddies Club Meeting on Thursday, October 15th after school in Room 223. We will be discussing our upcoming bake sale and other activities. All are welcome. Spread the word. Be sure to sign up in Aspen as a member.
9) There will be a brief girls’ basketball meeting on Thursday, October 15th, immediately after school in room 130. If you’re interested in playing, please attend if you cannot make it, contact Coach Matisak, Coach Furman, or Coach Thorsen.
10) There will be a sign-up meeting for all girls planning to compete in winter Track and Field after school on Thursday, October 15 in room 135a.
11) Any freshmen interested in running for class officer: please pick up a packet from Guidance, Mr. Lelko, or Mrs. Stell, or print one online. Serving as an officer is a great way to get involved and be a voice for your peers! Completed packets are due by Friday, October 16th. See Mr. Lelko or Mrs. Stell with questions.
12) It’s time to get spooky! Northern Lights is hosting a two-line scary story competition—the winning entry wins a $25 gift card to Read Mill Books bookstore in Clinton and our favorite stories will be featured on our website. Email submissions to northernlights@nhvweb.net by October 16th.
13) Attention all Ski & Snowboard Club members, all paperwork, including the bus payment is due this Friday. Please check google classroom or talk to Mrs. Jones or Mrs. Vida if you have any questions.
14) The North Hunterdon girls fencing team will be holding an information meeting on Thursday, October 22nd. Anyone interested in trying a new sport is encouraged to attend. No experience is necessary to join the team. 75% of the girls fencing team started fencing in high school, and the team has advanced to the sweet 16 for the last 4 years. The meeting will be held in the green gym immediately after school. Please email Coach Millhiser or Coach Semanchik if you have any questions.
15) Attention Juniors and Seniors: A representative from Princeton University will be visiting on Friday, October 23rd, from 10:30 to 11:30 AM. Since this visit falls during lunch, you are welcome to bring your lunch with you. The location will be announced soon. Please see Ms. Fisher in the Counseling Department to sign up!
16) Fourth-ranked North Field Hockey earned two big wins by defeating #7 Madison and #9 Pingry. Leading the way is Paisley Testa with 2 goals and 1 assist, Riley Wrba with 1 goal and 1 assist, Logan Hale with 1 goal and 1 assist, Brielle Madriz with 1 goal and 2 assist and lastly, Lauren Tomson with 1 goal and 1 assist. The midfield unit of Lauren Tomson, Katie Sampson, Abigail Bisson and Ellie Hardiman fought tough. The defensive unit of Cora Sampson, Riley Wrba, and Ava Readie held strong, allowing 1 goal in the 2 games. Stella Frigiola recorded 12 saves across the 2 games.
17) There was a big win by the varsity boy’s soccer team with a score of 4-0 over Voorhees on Oct 08. Danny Pinto and Doug Metcalf each had two goals and Kieran Raley had a standout defensive performance against Voorhees’ top goal scorer. The team’s next game is on Saturday Oct 10 at 10am vs Gill st. Bernards!