
It's almost go time! Thank you to the 8th grade parent committee for this beautiful picture backdrop!


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In anticipation of their Promotion Ceremony this evening, the 8th grade class and staff enjoyed some delicious ice cream from Mister Softee after their practice this morning!







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Congratulations to the newly elected Student Council of the 2025-2026 School Year:
President: Sofia McKenna
Vice-President: Peyton Deady
Treasurer: Grace Zayac
Secretary: Bailey Meyers
Sergeant at Arms: Aria Yarlaski


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The 6th grade class wasn't going to let a little rain stop them from enjoying their class trip to the Turtle Back Zoo on Monday!





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On Thursday night, members of our 8th grade class were celebrated for their efforts throughout the year and all of their years at Halsted at 8th Grade Awards night!
You can view the album of photos taken that night at this link: https://photos.app.goo.gl/RRSMjV96tqSRxYp16




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The 8th Grade Class enjoyed their last Halsted trip together today at Six Flags Great Adventure!


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For our final full week of school, Student Council is hosting a Spirit Week full of exciting themes! Join us!


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Last week our awesome 5th grade class had their Law Enforcement Against Drugs (LEAD) education program graduation!


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On Monday, Mrs. Evans hosted our first annual and very successful Halsted Arts Fest! Students and families enjoyed live music, gallery art, sculptures, and interactive activities! Thank you to all who joined us and helped to make the night a great success!








Exciting opportunities coming up from the SCAHC!


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Join us on Friday June 6th for the SONJ Torch Run! Details below!


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Mrs. Metzgar and Ms. Ahearn's MD class took two great field trips this past week to Medieval Times and the Turtle Back Zoo!



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We are so happy to congratulate our Halsted Jazz Band and Chorale for bother receiving EXCELLENT trophies at the High Notes Festival! After their stressful morning of performing, they got to enjoy a beautiful day at Dorney Park!





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This evening, some incredible scholars were inducted into the Halsted Chapter of the National Junior Honors Society!


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We would like to take this time to remind all of our 8th grade scholars and families of the upcoming 8th grade events happening in the next three weeks, starting tomorrow with 8th grade Tri-Distrct Field Day!



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ARTS FEST is Monday, June 2 from 5-7pm here at Halsted! We are inviting the entire HMS community to see the student art show, participate in free art activities, hear live music, enjoy free snacks, watch poetry readings and more! All scholars must have a parent/guardian chaperone to attend. See flyer below.



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As we head into the long weekend, let's take time to remember: This Memorial Day weekend, Halsted encourages our students, families, and community to reflect on the true meaning of the holiday. Memorial Day is a time to honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.
While we enjoy time with loved ones, let's also pause to show gratitude for those who made the ultimate sacrifice.


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Tomorrow, Friday 5/23 as a symbol to honor our fallen country and service members before Memorial Day, we invite all scholars and staff to wear red, white, and blue!

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We'd like to send a big congratulations to all of our Halsted scholars for successfully completing their NJSLA testing! State testing is a long and arduous process and our scholars handled it with poise and determination!

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On Friday, the members of our Halsted Junior FBLA were inducted into the Newton FBLA Chapter at NHS! Many of our Halsted FBLA members will be visiting Anaheim, California for Nationals over the Summer!


