Sr. Regina's Letter    

Dear Parents and Guardians, 

I begin this beautiful month of May with a special prayer to the Blessed Mother for you and your family. I truly believe that Immaculata enjoys a special place in Divine Providence because of her intercession. I encourage you to call on her and trust her with your intentions whatever they may be! 

During the next 31 days IHS will be humming to the tune of many activities. Our Seniors are ready to move on – but before they do, there will be many occasions to celebrate their accomplishments and class spirit. Senior parents should already have a schedule of these events from the April 23rd meeting. The challenge for our young people will be to keep focused on academics in school and make good choices socially when they are out with friends. Poor performance on the final report card could impact their graduation eligibility and/or their status with regard to college acceptance. This applies to those already accepted as well as those on wait lists. Please be their parent and do not weaken with the argument of what other parents are doing or allowing. Set limits on their being out on school nights. On the weekends, know where they are going, what they are doing, and with whom. You Spartan parents can be a tremendous support for each other if you communicate with each other and have common expectations about your son’s/daughter’s activities and behavior. Your child’s accountability to you applies to underclassmen as well as to Seniors. Our students’ education and academic success is important; their safety and moral character formation are non-negotiable. 

We have some good news to report to you: Mrs. Erin Palma, Spanish 1 and 2 teacher, has a new baby boy, Louis Patrick, and will be home with him for the rest of the school year. Mr. Tim Keene has joined our faculty as a long-term substitute for her. Also, you may be aware that some concerns were raised by the NJ Department of Health and Senior Services about the quality of synthetic athletic fields. Our consultants on the Field of Dreams have assured us that there is no known health factor on our turf that could pose a danger to our students. 

Before closing, I would like to extend a sincere thank you to the men and women, students and parents who made the Spartan Club’s annual Fashion Show such a success this year. Though I have never been there, I understand even the weather cooperated with a hint of the warmth of Tuscany in the air! Without your generosity of time, your presence at events, and your love for this school the financial support would make little difference. It is who you are when you give the things you do that make for the unique spirit which is Immaculata. I am most grateful!

Enjoy the beauty of the days that are upon us. Happy Mother’s Day to all you Moms.

God bless you, your families, and those you love. Please keep IHS, her faculty and staff in your prayers.


Sincerely,


Sister Regina M. Havens, IHM 

 
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Campus Ministry

Appalachia

In June some of our students will again be traveling to Wayne County,West Virigina to participate in the Wayne County work camp. This is truly an enriching experience in which our school has participted over the past ten years at least. There are still a few openings-The group will leave Immaculate Conception Church on Sat. June 7th and return on Sat. June 14th. For more information, please call Campus Ministry.


 
Parent Reminders

Just a reminder for Summer Study Skills Program…..
Immaculata offers an independently run program in which students can attend nine half-day sessions to 
enhance their study skills and get a head start on high school. It is for incoming freshmen and 
sophomores. Two seasoned teachers help with the summer reading, homework approaches, note taking,
time management, test taking, listening, and writing. The class runs from July 8-10; 15-17; and 22-24 2008 at the high school from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. The cost is $400 per student; the deadline for registration is June 15th. For questions, call (908) 722-0200 ext. 128. Send general information and check to Immaculata, 240 Mountain Ave., Somerville, N.J. c/o Greer McKenna. (Checks should be made out to Greer McKenna.) 

TUTORING
The following teachers are available this summer for tutoring. Please contact them directly via email to make arrangements. Please note that tutoring does not take the place of summer school, if a student fails a class for the year.

Stephanie Collins Algebra 
scollins@immaculatahighschool.org 

Terry Kuboski SAT/writing 
tkuboski@immaculatahighschool.org 

Christine Hearn Theology 
chearn@immaculatahighschool.org 

Lynne Baldwin English 
lbaldwin@immaculatahighschool.org 

Nick Priessnitz History/Reading 
npriessnitz@immaculatahighschool 

EVERYONE WELCOME TO MOM’S ROSARY
We pray the rosary first Wednesday of every month at 7:00pm at the IHS chapel.  Please join us!!!!

LOOKING FOR MARKETERS
Immaculata is looking to form a committee to help in the marketing of the school. We are seeking those in advertising, marketing, public relations, graphic design, sales promotion, journalism, and web design. We anticipate meeting only 4 to 5 times a year. Your expertise is invaluable in helping to promote our great school. If interested, please notify, Terry Kuboski at tkuboski@immaculatahighschool.org or (908) 722-0200, ext. 128. 

TESTIMONALS

As part of the Admissions/marketing effort, Immaculata is looking for alumni and current parents to supply testimonials about their experiences at Immaculata. We find that incoming parents look to the website and admissions material to convince them that Immaculata is the best fit for their child. If you have some positive thoughts about your time here, regarding academics, faith experience, teachers and coaches, service commitment, your life-long friends, sports, music, clubs or more please email Terry Lavin Kuboski '69 at tkuboski@immaculatahighschool.org. We expect most testimonials to be no more than a paragraph. 

JOIN THE EMMACULATA MAILING LIST

The emmaculata is the monthly electronic alumni newsletter, filled with great news about Immaculata. To get on the mailing list, contact Terry Lavin Kuboski at tkuboski@immaculatahighschool.org or (908) 722-0200 ext. 128. 


The History Committee of Immaculate Conception Church is looking for memorabilia and photos of the church, grammar school, and high school. Perhaps your parents were married at ICC or you received your baptism there. Have any pictures from your days at ICS or IHS? We'd love to have copies of old photos. Any programs, bulletins, newspaper, pictures, ticket stubs etc. from the schools or church would be a giant addition to our archives. If you have something to send, contact Anna Barrie @ abd@icpdev.org or call her @ (908) 722-0200 ext.224.

Click here for IHS Telephone List


                            

2007-2008 SPARTAN CLUB ACTIVITY LIST
DATE	EVENT	CHAIRPERSON(S)	CONTACT #	NOTES
September 2007	Family Phone Directory		spartanclub@immaculatahs.org	Disclaimer due by September 15, 2007
September 2007	Volunteer List, except Fashion Show - SEE BELOW - Oct 25	Spartan Club	spartanclub@immaculatahs.org Subject: -Volunteers	List due back to Sr. Regina Havens by September 15, 2007
November	Tuition Raffle		spartanclub@immaculatahs.org Subject: - Tuition Raffle	$10 per ticket
November	Holiday Extravaganza	Andrea Nolan	spartanclub@immaculatahs.org Subject: Extravaganza	Volunteer Notice out in September Newsletter
2008
April 19th	Fashion Show/Mother's Auction	Lisa Pillon Lenore Rommel	spartanclub@immaculatahs.org Subject: Fashion Show	Volunteer sign up on Oct 24, 2007 - 7:00, Little Theater Ticket Mailing - Early 2008
April 19th	Super 50/50	Jack Marold	spartanclub@immaculatahs.org Subject: jack Marold - 50/50	50/50 Ticket Mailing - Late December 2007
May, 18th	Mass & Breakfast	Joe Simmons	himself145@verizon.net	10:30, IHS Gym
May	Golf Outing	Rich Dupras/Mike Deo	spartanclub@immaculatahs.org Subject : Golf
COMMITTEES
2007- 2008 School Year	Hospitality	Carol Gasko Lori Quinn	spartanclub@immaculatahs.org Subject: Hospitality	As needed.
2007- 2008 School Year	Newsletter		spartanclub@immaculatahs.org Subject: Newsletter	Deadline for submission - 10th of every month

E-Newsletter

We encourage you to use the website as a substitute for monthly mail from the Spartan Club. If you would like, we will send you monthly reminders that new content is available. All we need to add you to the distribution list is your e-mail address. You can send that and any other inquiries you have about the website to Trish Miller, Spartan Club website coordinator, spartanclub@immaculatahighschool.org. 

Information on Advanced Placement testing has arrived. Students have received information and registration forms in their respective AP classes. Any other student who is interested in information and registration forms should go to the Guidance Office and see Mr. Ross or Ms.Harmon for assistance.

Athletics

ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT

Good News! We now have an online apparel store up and running for all Spartan fans to purchase Immaculata apparel. It’s so easy – just go to www.IHSathletics.com. When you click on the link for the online store on our home page, you will automatically be directed to the apparel supplier. The creator of the company is alumna Jen Hilgenberg (’01). You’ll be able to pay for your items with a credit/debit card, and your favorite Spartan apparel will be shipped directly to you! If there are other items you would like us to offer for sale, please email us at athletics@immaculatahighschool.org. 
Happy Shopping!

The following is very important information if your child is planning to participate in ANY interscholastic sport or cheerleading at Immaculata 
during the 2008-2009 school year…

Before a student can tryout, practice, or compete in an Immaculata sport, a sports physical examination and participation consent form must be completed after June 1 of this year – and received in the Athletic Trainer’s office no later than Friday, August 8, 2008. 
It is strongly advised that you schedule the doctor’s appointment NOW for after June 1, 2008. Physicals done prior to June 1st, will not clear your student for the full school year. Remember, our NEW color coded exam forms and consent forms are the only acceptable forms you may use, and these forms must be received prior to August 8, 2008. We will personally hand these forms to students on Friday, May 30, 2008. Your student will have many opportunities to pick up an extra set of forms before the end of the school year.
If your forms are misplaced during the summer, extra sports physical forms will be available on the left wall inside the main entrance. Please remember that the summer hours for the main office are 9 am to 1 pm. 

SUMMER SPORTS CAMPS: All summer camp & clinic descriptions, dates, and registration forms are available on the athletic website: WWW.IHSATHLETICS.COM. All camps listed are beginning to fill up – if you are interested in attending Spartan summer camps please send in your forms as soon as possible.

CHEERLEADING TRYOUTS for the 2008-2009 football, basketball/competition teams will be held in May. If you are interested in joining a team, a mandatory clinic at Immaculata will be held May 5, 7, 8 (no clinic on May 6th), and the tryout date is May 12. If there are any questions, email head coach Stacy Kline at: Lbi2@aol.com or call the Athletic Office.

For Daily Athletic Events – Please call Ext. 138. This line will be updated after 11 a.m. on a good weather day and not before 1:30 p.m. on a poor weather day. IF SCHEDULES CHANGE DUE TO WEATHER CONDITIONS, THE ATHLETIC WEBSITE WILL BE UPDATED IMMEDIATELY: WWW.IHSATHLETICS.COM. 

Sport Hot Lines: You may leave messages for the coaches & listen for practice schedule updates.
SPRING SPORTS HOTLINES – 908-722-0200 Athletic Trainer (injuries only) – Greg Watson (Ext. 207)
Girls Lacrosse – Coach Marrosu (Ext. 227) Baseball – Coach Gambino (Ext. 230)
Boys Lacrosse – Coach Mott (Ext. 229) Softball – Coach Bob Gillespie (Ext. 231)
Boys Tennis – Coach Giles (Ext. 142) Golf – Coach Robinovitz (Ext. 165) Spring Track Club - Coach Robinson 908-510-8556

VARSITY LETTER WINNER JACKETS: De De Athletics will be here May 20, 2008 at 7:45 a.m. to measure athletes who have received a spring varsity letter and wish to purchase a varsity letter-winner jacket. For this year’s Spring Sports, please check with your coach if there is any question about receiving your varsity letter at your awards dinner in May. Varsity letters must be earned and not anticipated. The total cost is $200 with a required deposit (payable to De De Athletics) of $100 at the time you are measured. The remaining $100 will be due when the jackets arrive. Jackets ordered at this time will be delivered early in September. 

2008 Fall Sports: The first day for Spartan Football will be Friday, August 15, 2008. The first day for all other fall sports (cheerleading, soccer, cross country & girl’s tennis) will be announced at a later date. 

www.IHSathletics.com

IMMACULATA 2008 SPORTS CAMPS – REVISED
REGISTRATION FORMS WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT’S WEBSITE: WWW.IHSATHLETICS.COM
FOOTBALL
FB I 6/16 - 6/19 Mon.– Fri. 9-3 Entering Grades 10, 11, 12
FB IIA 6/30 - 7/3 5:30 - 8 p.m. Entering Grade 9
FB IIB 6/30 - 7/3 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Entering Grade 5,6,7,8
J.T. QB I 6/25 & 6/26 Wed. 2-6/Thurs. 8-12 Entering Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
J.T. QB Y 6/25 & 6/26 Wed. 2-5/Thurs. 9-12 Entering Grades 5, 6, 7, 8
J.T. QB 2 6/26 & 6/27 Thurs. 2-6/Fri. 8-12 Entering Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

GIRLS BASKETBALL
G Bsk IS 6/10 - 6/13 6 p.m.- 9 p.m. Entering Grades 10, 11, 12
G Bsk IA 6/17 - 6/20 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. Entering Grades 5, 6
G Bsk IO 6/30 – 7/3 6 p.m.- 9 p.m. Entering Grades 7, 8, 9
G Bsk IB 7/7 - 7/10 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. Entering Grades 7, 8
G Bsk IC 7/7 - 7/10 6 p.m.- 9 p.m. Entering Grade 9
G Bsk ID 7/14 - 7/17 6 p.m.- 9 p.m. Entering Grades 7, 8 9

BOYS BASKETBALL
B Bsk IIS 6/17 - 6/20 3 p.m.- 6 p.m. Entering Grades 11, 12
B Bsk IIA 6/23 - 6/26 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. Entering Grades 4, 5, 6
B Bsk IIC 7/14 – 7/17 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. Entering Grades 8, 9
B Bsk IIB 7/21 – 7/24 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. Entering Grades 6, 7, 8
B Bsk IIS2 7/21 - 7/24 3 p.m.- 6 p.m. Entering Grades 7, 8, 9, 10

BOYS LACROSSE
B LX I 7/7 - 7/10 9 a.m.- 1 p.m. Entering Grades 7, 8, 9
B LX II 7/14 - 7/17 4 p.m.- 8 p.m. Entering Grades 10, 11 12

GIRLS LACROSSE
G LXI 7/21 - 7/24 9 p.m.- 1 p.m. Entering Grades 6, 7, 8, 9
GLX II 7/21 - 7/24 9 a.m.- 1 p.m. Entering Grades 10, 11, 12

BOYS & GIRLS TENNIS
B/G Ten 1 7/7 - 7/10 3 p.m.- 6 p.m. Entering Grades 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
BOYS & GIRLS SOCCER
Boys/Girls Position Specific Conditioning 6/30 – 7/3 8:30 – 10:30 a.m. Entering Grades 7, 8, 9
Boys/Girls Position Specific Conditioning 6/30 – 7/3 10:30 – 12:30 a.m. Entering Grades 10, 11, 12 
Boys/Girls Soc Camp 7/7 - 7/10 4 p.m.- 8 p.m. Entering Grades 9, 10, 11 12
Tactical Performance Camp (new) 7/14 - 7/18 9 a.m.- 3:30 p.m.Entering Grades 5 through 12
For more information from boys coach Jim Buchanan or girls coach Danny Donagan, or to register for these camps, visit www.MAESTROSOCCER.COM


IMMACULATA 2008 SPORTS CAMP DESCRIPTIONS
SPARTAN FOOTBALL CAMPS are designed to help participants improve basic skills and learn and improve the techniques of football. Lectures, demonstrations and drill sessions requiring limited physical contact are held daily under the guidance of the coaching staff of Immaculata. Staff members are available to give individual attention. Also, a certified trainer is on duty at all times. Players new to football will learn the correct fundamentals of the game in the beginning stages of playing football. This is a perfect time to get started!
Football Camp IIA gives 9th graders entering Immaculata an opportunity to get a jump-start on the football season before regular practice begins in August. The clinic provides you with the opportunity to meet your new teammates.
Football Camp IIB is for young men entering the 5th through 8th grades and is a good opportunity to learn Spartan football at an early age. It’s a wonderful opportunity as well to catch the Spartan Spirit.

JEFF TRICKEY QUARTERBACK CAMP. The camp objective is to offer a quality inexpensive two day camp of concentrated one on one instruction of quarterback techniques with an emphasis put on passing mechanics and leadership skills. For more information and registration go to www.trickeyqbcamps.com

SPARTAN GIRLS BASKETBALL CAMPS IA & IB, under the direction of Head Coach Jen Hilgenberg, is for girls going into the 5th through 8th grades. Instruction will be given in the basic fundamentals of the game--defense, offense, passing, rebounding/boxing out, shooting and dribbling. Throughout the week there will be games of five on five, three on three, and one on one. There will be contests in speed shooting, foul shooting, X-out, and other skills.

SPARTAN GIRLS BASKETBALL SKILLS CLINICS GBIC, GBIO, GBID, GBIS, under the direction of Head Coach Jen Hilgenberg, is for girls that already have competitive basketball experience. The objective is to improve the individuals overall knowledge and skills. 
Offense Drills: Focus on the mental part of the game: shooting, passing, dribbling skills, read & react, set screens.
Defense Drills: Focus on man-to-man principles, footwork & building team defense, defending screens, communication.

SPARTAN BOYS BASKETBALL CAMPS IIA, IIB, AND IIC, under the direction of Head Coach Michael Frauenheim, are for boys going into the 4th through 9th grades. It is important for this age group to learn and strengthen the techniques and fundamentals. Instruction will be given in the basic fundamentals of the game—defense, offense, passing, rebounding/boxing out, shooting and dribbling. Throughout the week there will be games of five on five, three on three, and one on one. There will be contests in speed shooting, foul shooting, X-out, and other skills. The Spartan Boys Basketball Camp (IIC) for 8th and 9th grades will also experience a more competitive camp in getting ready for the stiff competition of high school basketball.

SPARTAN BOYS BASKETBALL SKILLS CLINICS, under the direction of Head Coach Michael Frauenheim, are open to boys that already have competitive basketball experience. The main objective is to improve the individuals overall knowledge and skills. 
Offense Drills: Focus on shooting, passing and dribbling skills in small competitive groups.
Defense Drills: Focus on man-to-man technique, footwork & building team defense through position & rebounding.


SPARTAN BOY’S LACROSSE CAMPS will be directed again this year by our outstanding head lacrosse coach, Tom Mott. This is Coach Mott’s 9th year at Immaculata and he has steadily developed a successful and competitive lacrosse program.
Boys Lacrosse I is for boys entering 7th, 8th, or 9th grade in September. Camp is designed to help young men develop and improve the fundamentals of lacrosse. Concentration will be to develop skills and techniques for the improvement of the individual player.
Boys Lacrosse II is for boys entering 10th, 11th, or 12th grade. To be more competitive on the high school level, it is imperative to practice and drill over the summer. All team members should make every effort to attend the Immaculata Lacrosse Session II Camp. New players and players from other schools are welcome and encouraged to attend.


SPARTAN GIRL’S LACROSSE CAMPS:
Girls Lacrosse GLXI is for girls entering the 6th, 7th, 8th, or 9th grade in September. Camp is designed to help young women develop the fundamentals of lacrosse. Concentration will be on developing skills and techniques for the improvement of the individual player.
Girls Lacrosse GLXII is for girls entering 10th, 11th, or 12th grade in September. To be more competitive on the high school level, it is imperative to practice and drill over the summer. All team members should make every effort to attend the Immaculata Lacrosse Session II Camp. New players and players from other schools are welcome to attend.


SPARTAN BOYS AND GIRLS TENNIS CAMP will be under the direction of Mike Watson, USPTR, Professional Level I, who is presently the director of tennis for the Somerset County Park Commission and the Nassau Racquet Club. Mike was also the 2002-2003 USPA Middle States Coach of the Year. This camp will also be under the direction of the head coach of both our boys & girls teams, Eric Giles.
Tennis Camp I is for students entering the 8th, through 12th grade in September. The camp is designed to help young men and women develop the fundamentals of tennis. Drills for intermediate and advanced players will help to sharpen existing skills and will also focus on strategy, sound footwork, and shot variety. Beginners are highly encouraged to attend to learn the rules of the game and develop basic stroke techniques. All levels will receive individual attention. Tennis-specific strength and conditioning will also be taught.

BOYS AND GIRLS SOCCER CAMPS are offered through Maestro Soccer. Four main areas of play will be developed: tactical knowledge and understanding; technical ability; physical strength and stamina; and psychological desire to perform to a high level. A new camp has been added (Tactical Performance) which will enhance the players performance and understanding of the game through top-class coaching and video anaylsis. Contact Head Coaches Jim Buchanan (boys) and Danny Donagan (girls) directly for information and registration at: www.MAESTROSOCCER.com.