[19] With 963 students in grades 10-12, the school was classified by the NJSIAA for the 2015-16 school year as North II, Group III for most athletic competition purposes, which included schools with an enrollment of 778 to 1,062 students in that grade range. Passaic Valley Theater is wrapping up its rehearsals for their annual Fall Show Lend Me A Tenor, on stage October 24th, 25th, and 26th. Dr. JoAnn Cardillo, superintendent (center), is pictured with two new teachers hired by Passaic Valley High School for the 2017-2018 school year, Randall Rossilli, Jr. and Geraldine Volonnino. [3] The school was classified by the NJSIAA as Group IV North for football for 2018–2020. From January 27-30, students took their midterms following a revised early dismissal schedule, which featured two exam periods per day. Here is the link to purchase.. [52][53] Seats on the board of education are allocated based on population, with Little Falls, Totowa and Woodland Park each allocated three seats. Teachers have teamed together and gone out of their way to provide students with the materials they need to make the transition. They will be joined and mentored by returning reporters Arcangelo Iurato and Devyn DiPasquale. This Indoor Track season was particularly memorable for the Freshmen Boys 4x800 Relay Team. In response, PVST cast and crew decided on an entirely original idea, filming a documentary called Ghost Light. The Hornets advanced to the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association state championship game held at the RAC at Rutgers University. Passaic Valley Regional High School is the name of both a public school district and regional high school for students in ninth through twelfth grades from a district comprising Little Falls, Totowa and Woodland Park, three communities in Passaic County, New Jersey, United States. Throughout the month of January, the National Art Honor Society collected 20 grocery bags worth of canned goods, which were then donated to the Human Needs Food Pantry, in their eighth annual Soup-er Bowl Canned Food Drive. Jumping into the new system of learning from home has been a significant change for students, teachers, and administration. Teacher Ms. Stephanie Roberts and her students have been uploading Good Morning Hornet to the school's YouTube and Vimeo channels while filming and editing segments at home. March is Music in Our Schools Month (MIOSM). Guest lecturers reinforced the concepts learned in class and exposed students to the perspective of professionals in the field of financial planning. In 2007, the boys' basketball team won the North I, Group III state championship, defeating Wayne Valley High School by 60-48, in a game played at Passaic County Technical Institute. Busciglio was extremely interested in taking the class, since he feels it not only will help him improve his writing skills, but also provide a glimpse into what professional journalism is like. Passaic Valley's Drama Department is a part of the North Jersey Metro Cappies, a student critic program that introduces students to the world of theater journalism. The meet dates to 1986. After five years, midterms and finals have replaced the QBAs as the method of assessing student progress throughout the year. With a passion for writing, Nakhleh hopes to use her skills and take on the responsibility of being a journalist for the community. There have been some challenges, but the program has been successful providing students with quality instruction. Join to Connect. The team raced against Wayne Valley, East Side High School, and John F. Kennedy High School, defeating them and winning the elusive league champion title. [12] The magazine ranked the school 170th in 2008 out of 316 schools. Teachers uploaded presentations and videos of themselves for parents and guardians to view in place of the in-person Back to School Night experience. [9], As of 2019, the school is ranked 233rd out of 415 New Jersey public high schools. With various visual components and online assessments, schools across the country are managing to make online learning work. Academic disciplines Business Concepts Crime Culture Economy Education Energy Events Food and drink Geography Government Health Human behavior Humanities Knowledge Law Life Mind Objects Organizations People Philosophy Society Sports Universe World Arts … [10] The school was the 225th-ranked public high school in New Jersey out of 339 schools statewide in New Jersey Monthly magazine's September 2014 cover story on the state's "Top Public High Schools", using a new ranking methodology. [45], In 2007, George Abyad won the Penn Relays discus championship at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. On February 13, Taylor Hill scored her 1,000th point as a Hornet in a home game against West Milford. Passaic Valley Regional High School: Amazon.es: Russell Jesse: Libros en idiomas extranjeros LITTLE FALLS, NJ - Passaic Valley Regional High School's Operation Graduation committee is partnering with local business La Serra Gardens in Totowa for a poinsettia fundraising sale for the holidays. On Wednesday, May 8, Catherine Bennett ‘19 made PV history with her 200th career goal. Passaic Valley is among just 21 high schools in New Jersey and 800 in America and Canada to make the AP District Honor Roll and receive this acknowledgement. Passaic Valley High School Class of 1980 Reunion Website. Photography Teacher Ms. Melanie Vasa was pleased to hear the news as being accepted is an impressive achievement. Mary Garofalo, Ph.D. | New York City Metropolitan Area | Teacher of English at Passaic Valley Regional High School | 331 connections | See Mary's complete profile on Linkedin and connect 35th Reunion Class Photo Hit … The Heisman Scholarship awards promising student athletes financial aid based on not only their success in sports, but their involvement in their schools and communities. On June 7th, the 3rd annual Athletic Signing Day was held for twelve student athletes on their way to collegiate athletics. Mrs. Ennely Thornton's Financial Literacy Class welcomed several of very special guests throughout the 2019-2020 school year. To slow the spread of COVID-19, schools around New Jersey closed to ensure the safety of their students and staff. Varsity Girls Basketball Coach Marc Salvatore originally planned to honor this incredible achievement at the end-of-year Basketball Dinner. Passaic Valley Regional High School is the name of both a public school district and regional high school for students in ninth through twelfth grades from a district comprising Little Falls, Totowa and Woodland Park, three communities in Passaic County, New Jersey, United States. On November 19, 2020, the play was broadcasted for one day only on Passaic Valley's Vimeo channel for members of the community to view. The annual award is voted on by a faculty and administrative committee. As head coach for the Hornets for a total of 10 years, Coach Parlavecchio is recognized for his dedication to Passaic Valley students and his leadership of the program. Film Photography student Sam Droney’s photograph was selected for the 2020 Fresh Perspectives art exhibit. Staff and cast members of this year's The Little Mermaid have turned to online conferencing technology for preproduction. He has an impressive wrestling record and was chosen to be a student ambassador for the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association, all while maintaining his impressive 4.65 GPA. Support the Passaic Valley Education Foundation in their efforts to restore our High School's Library by ordering your personalized lawn signs! Winter Track and Field had a particularly successful season. The Addams Family hits Schneider Auditorium on Thursday May 9th, and additional showtimes include Friday May 10th, and Saturday May 11th. [25], The boys' bowling team won the overall state championship in 1973. Good Luck! [37], In 2007-2010, the girls' varsity gymnastics team won the county championships, led by Coach Jenai Agosta. Antwan Rodgers, Matthew Jaeger, and Steven Nitch contributed significantly to their respective teams and represented the prestige of Passaic Valley Sports. With Passaic Valley moving to a virtual model, students and staff are becoming more creative with their work spaces. [34] The 2000 softball team finished the season with a record of 28-3 after defeating Middletown South by a score of 6-0 in the tournament final to win the Group III state championship. This year’s eleventh annual Hey Jude concert is set to take place Friday, May 31st. [28] In 2006, the football team beat Wayne Valley High School during the regular season and again in the playoffs, making it to the semi-finals before losing to defending North I Group III champions, Wayne Hills High School. Core members of the district's / school's administration are:[49][50][51], The district's board of education, comprised of nine members, sets policy and oversees the fiscal and educational operation of the district through its administration. Three students have been recognized for their academic achievements by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation for their scores on the PSAT for 2020: Raima Islam '21, Elizabeth Dubov '21, and Daniel Dransfield '21. [citation needed], The school participates as the host school / lead agency in a joint ice hockey team with Cedar Grove High School. However, due to social distancing policies and safety precautions, this year's Valley Green will look differently than years past. [citation needed]. The team has broken several school records, some of which have stood for decades. The Valley Echo welcomes three senior writers this year, eager to deliver the news to the Passaic Valley community. Passaic Valley Regional High School. Reconnect with friends from Classmates Test High School, find reunions, view yearbook photos and more. Because of Covid-19 we are looking to reschedule our Reunion to Fall 2021 We will keep you posted . Colby Sellitto '21 has already managed to make a name for himself in the athletic and academic world. The camps give students the opportunity to try out a sport and reinforce their skills and abilities. Due to COVID-19, Passaic Valley took the precaution to move to remote learning. To commemorate MIOSM, the Valley Echo is highlighting Passaic Valley's involvement in the The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) Honors Festival for the first time. [13] The school was ranked 166th in the magazine's September 2006 issue, which surveyed 316 schools across the state. Dr. Susanne Iobst was awarded the New Jersey Governor's Teacher/Educational Professional of the Year award after being nominated by her colleagues. Senior Chelsea Nakhleh joins the Valley Echo as a writer for the 2020-21 school year. He is a wonderful person and deserves this,” Ms. Vasa said. Mr. Michael DeLuccia and directed Shrek Jr. On May 18, Stevens Institute of Technology hosted its annual Stevens Math Olympiad. [47], In the 2009 spring season, senior Gerardo Valenzuela of the boys' tennis team won the County Championship at 2nd Singles. [1], The district is classified by the New Jersey Department of Education as being in District Factor Group "FG", the fourth highest of eight groupings. Nick Busciglio is one of three new seniors to join the Valley Echo staff this year. Arena's score breaks the previous mark of 37.325 by Passaic Valley's own Jackie Friscia in 2006. On January 11, 2020, students and teachers participated in the Speech and STANJ competition at Montclair State University. As a Type II school district, the board's trustees are elected directly by voters to serve three-year terms of office on a staggered basis, with three seats up for election each year held (since 2012) as part of the November general election. This is a reminder that Passaic Valley is distributing FREE BREAKFAST & LUNCH! In Fall 2016, The Passaic Valley Marching Band placed 4th at the USBands state championship for group 2A. [18], The Passaic Valley Regional High School Hornets[3] compete in the Independence Division of the Big North Conference, following a reorganization of sports leagues in Northern New Jersey by the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association. On March 1, 2019, Passaic Valley celebrated its 74th annual Girl's Show where girls within the school, separated into two teams, compete in the following categories: Exercise, Cheer, Dance, Relays and Novelties, and Posters. The boys' Varsity Soccer team has had an astonishing run this season, accomplishing a 9-3-1 record and becoming the Big North Independence Division Champions. Public Health-Related Closure Preparedness Plan, Taylor Hill Awarded New Jersey Heisman High School Scholarship, The PV Education Association and the Teen Center Present Snowflake Storytime, "What the Elf? Passaic Valley administration has responded to concerns within the community by revising the model for the third and fourth marking period. On March 16, students and teachers began the transition to remote learning, in following the proper safety precautions of social distancing. Recently, Passaic Valley was recognized by College Board for their students' high performance on the Advanced Placement (AP) exams. Passaic Valley students and staff have been participating in online learning since March 16, 2020. [15], Passaic Valley Regional High School offers the following advanced placement courses: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Calculus AB, English Literature & Composition, English Language & Composition, United States History, Spanish, United States Government & Politics, and Environmental Science. [21] Prior to the realignment, the school had participated in the Skyline Division of the Northern Hills Conference. The participants included Elizabeth Dubov ‘21, Betul Koc ‘21, and Lia Trewhella ‘22 accompanied by Mrs. Thornton, Mrs. Kurtishi, and Mrs. Robeson. 2 to explore a career in early childhood education, an opportunity offered through the Hornet Helping Hands Program. CITVC allows for students to design their own learning experiences and be active in what they learn. [29] Under first year coach Al Capello, the Hornets made it to the North II Group III state championship at Giants Stadium on December 4, 2009, losing to West Morris Mendham High School by a score of 28-19. The Yearbook Staff has begun preparations for this year's Valley Green. Both students and teachers are adjusting to the new remote learning model, which requires students to sign-in to their homeroom before noon and complete assignments throughout the day via Google Classroom. The board generally meets on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month during the school year and once a month during the summer. Coach Wassel has plenty of coaching experience, including coaching the Freshmen Football Team in 2017 and serving as Assistant Football Coach for the past two years. [31] In 2005 and 2006, the girls' field hockey team won back-to-back county championships led by Coach Cheryl Grande, before repeating as county champion in 2009, defeating Wayne Hills High School in the final game in all three championship seasons. Taking the top seed in the County Tournament, the team will face Passaic High School this weekend at home. They run a summer program where students in grades 9-12 all around the NJ/NY area can work together on a performance. [43] They returned to the Sectional final again in 2008 losing once again to Teaneck who was ranked #3 in the state at the time. PVTV has been hard at work delivering the morning announcements to the Passaic Valley community while staying safe. Passaic Valley Regional High School school profile, performance trends and NJ state ranking. A new website for the Passaic Valley Regional High School alumni Classes of 1941 - 2014. The Spring Musical was very successful and the most well-attended musical at PV in the last four years. Both teachers and students have invested time and resources to convert and build their home offices. PRESS RELEASE: Passaic Valley Regional High School Announces Course Offerings and Academic Partnerships for 2020-21 School Year. Students from Banyan and Pequannock High School joined PV’s own in the Senior Café for an unforgettable night of music and dancing. On Thursday, April 18th, the PV/Bergen ABA Program hosted its first annual Spring Fling. PV announced its new course offerings and expanded partnerships for the 2020-2021 school year. Girls' Soccer hosted their annual game against Cedar Grove on October 5th to emphasize that, in October, our teams play for an additional goal. The Contemporary Issues Through Videoconferencing (CITVC) class is an elective course available to juniors and seniors. In 2007, the varsity baseball team, led by Head Coach John Mazzo, won the Passaic County Championship with a 4-2 victory over Passaic County Technical Institute, the team's third title and their first since repeating in 1998 and 1999. Mr. Max Wassel will take over as the Head Football Coach following the retirement of Coach Chet Parlavecchio. Please see flyer for pick up times. The Hornets finished 17-7, made it to the county final, and qualified for the state tournament for the first time in years. The school also is part of the Fairleigh Dickinson University Middle College Program where students may choose to obtain college credits for selected courses including Anatomy & Physiology Honors and Holocaust & Genocide. The freshman team has grown immensely as a result of Smith’s experience as a football player and all the work he has put into this team. Since March 16, Passaic Valley has turned to the Remote Learning Model during the public health-related school closure. The Marching Band performed at Wilmore Road Park to kick off Memorial Day Weekend. Passaic Valley's Theater Department announced the annual winter holiday production, Charlie Brown's Christmas Spectacular. Passaic Valley Regional High School District. Passaic Valley Regional High School is the name of both a public school district and regional high school for students from Little Falls, Totowa and Woodland Park, three communities in Passaic County, New Jersey, United States. The new history teacher was also named head coach for freshman football. Attention Seniors, please make sure you check out the Guidance January Scholarship Newsletter. The fall season brought many new restrictions and regulations. Let’s start flooding the triboro with PV pride! This year, PV brought home 3 awards - Best Vocal Performance: Gabriella Volonnino ‘19, Best Comedic Actor: Marc Garcia ‘19, and Best Musical Ensemble. However, due to the outstanding determination from school communities across the state, including Passaic Valley, the state was convinced to reverse their decision. Three senior Hornet athletes participated in local All-Star Games this spring. Passaic Valley’s Head Football Coach Mr. Chet Parlavecchio has announced his retirement from the sport. Passaic Valley welcomes four new staff members this year: Mr. Nicholas Andriani, Teacher of Physical Education and Health, Mr. Max Wassel, Teacher of Math, Ms. Larisa Zulic, Teacher of Italian I, and Mr. Christopher Clementi as Systems and Network Technology Coordinator. Passaic Valley Regional High School: NCES School ID: 341257004858: State School ID: NJ-313990-050: District Name: Passaic Valley Regional High School District #1 district information: NCES District ID: 3412570: State District ID: NJ-313990: Mailing Address: 170 … Find classmates from Passaic Valley Regional High School in Little Falls, NJ. The 2020 Winter Play, "What the Elf? Due the increased demand during virtual teaching, the Tech Team has provided assistance to students and staff, created tutorials on programs used during remote learning, and streamlined their Help Desk in order to ensure a smoother transition into the virtual classroom. The new method of instruction tasks teachers with crafting daily online lessons for students to complete through Google Classroom. Passaic Valley Regional HIgh School Sep 2004 - Present 16 years 4 months. Students were tasked with constructing a toy car powered by a balloon. Spring sports are now in session and, for some athletes, it will be their last season in high school. Passaic Valley Regional High School is the name of both a public high school (grades 9–12) in Little Falls, New Jersey, and the regional school district for three communities in Passaic County: Little Falls, Totowa and Woodland Park. Both gave strong performances for students, staff and community members in the Schneider Auditorium. Our school district has been approved for free breakfast and lunch distribution for all PV students until further notice. A link to the production and a password will be provided through the website and social media outlets. On November 2nd, the Girls Cross Country Team took home the Big North Conference Championship for the first time in twenty-four years. The Program of Studies was debuted at PV during an evening event to welcome the incoming class of 2024. On April 4, the Theater Department traveled to New Hope, Pennsylvania for their annual Bucks County Playhouse field trip. ", premiered on YouTube and Vimeo on December 22nd. One of the ways Passaic Valley has adapted to the COVID-19 educational landscape was to move Back to School Night to a virtual format. BOE Special Meeting. To inform students on proper procedures to keep themselves and their loved ones healthy amid COVID-19, Dr. JoAnn Cardillo enlisted the help of Ms. Christine Hiel to create personalized posters of CDC guidelines to adorn the halls as the school welcomes back its student body. We strongly encourage that our students take advantage of this opportunity! [41][42] The boys' basketball team returned to the sectional final in 2011, this time losing to Teaneck High School on March 8, 2011. This was the first year PV students participated in the event. Click the article for more information and a pick-up schedule. [4][5][6][7], As of the 2018–19 school year, the school had an enrollment of 1,186 students and 102.0 classroom teachers (on an FTE basis), for a student–teacher ratio of 11.6:1. [23] The school mascot, the Hornet, was derived by vote of the first class from the Green Hornet radio series popular in the 1940s. [22] Passaic Valley's school colors are green and white. On Wednesday, May 22, the Environmental Club, in collaboration with the Engineering Club, hosted a representative from Tesla to discuss the company and their role in making environmentally efficient vehicles. By administering lessons online over Google Classroom, Health and Physical Education teachers have been offering students a variety of tasks utilizing technology to keep track of their physical activity. This is not to be confused with the ALL VIRTUAL CHOICE within the HYBRID MODEL. Audiences can look forward to seeing bands made up of both students and teachers coming together to raise money for Saint Jude’s research hospital. Passaic Valley Regional High School District. On Wednesday, January 15th, 2020, Physics and Physics Honors classes held their annual balloon car design competition. David Ricci Custodian at Passaic Valley Regional High School Little Falls, New Jersey 500+ connections The team won all five playoff games by shutout and set a state record by giving up eight runs the entire season. [24], The boys cross country running team won the Group III state championship in 1961 and the Group IV title in 1962. Maternity leave replacement. 100 E. Main St. (GPS Use 160 E. Main St.) Little Falls, NJ 07424 Phone: 973-890-2500 Fax: 973-890-0512 Passaic Valley congratulates its very own Passaic Valley-Cedar Grove (PVCG) Hockey Team on being Big North Bronze Cup Division Champions. For football for 2018–2020, led by Coach Jenai Agosta a state by... 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