Two PHS Class of ’14 Graduates Inducted into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi

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Two PHS Class of ’14 Graduates Inducted into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi
Kathleen Zarro

PARSIPPANY — Two Parsippany High graduates were recently were initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society.

Kathleen Zarro and Jasmine Jean, graduates of Class of 2014, were initiated at The College of New Jersey.

These residents are among approximately 30,000 students, faculty, professional staff and alumni to be initiated into Phi Kappa Phi each year. Membership is by invitation only and requires nomination and approval by a chapter.

Only the top 10 percent of seniors and 7.5 percent of juniors are eligible for membership. Graduate students in the top 10 percent of the number of candidates for graduate degrees may also qualify, as do faculty, professional staff and alumni who have achieved scholarly distinction.

Phi Kappa Phi was founded in 1897 under the leadership of Marcus L. Urann who had a desire to create a different kind of honor society: one that recognized excellence in all academic disciplines. Today, the Society has chapters on more than 300 campuses in the United States and the Philippines. Its mission is “To recognize and promote academic excellence in all fields of higher education and to engage the community of scholars in service to others.”

More About Phi Kappa Phi

Since its founding, 1.5 million members have been initiated into Phi Kappa Phi. Some of the organization’s notable members include former President Jimmy Carter, NASA astronaut Wendy Lawrence, novelist David Baldacci and YouTube co-founder Chad Hurley. The Society has awarded approximately $15 million since the inception of its awards program in 1932. Today, $1.4 million is awarded each biennium to qualifying students and members through graduate fellowships, undergraduate study abroad grants, member and chapter awards, and grants for local, national and international literacy initiatives. For more information, visit www.phikappaphi.org.

Local Students Named to Dean’s List at Loyola University Maryland

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Local Students Named to Dean’s List at Loyola University Maryland

PARSIPPANY — Loyola University Maryland has announced the members of its fall 2016 Dean’s List. In order to qualify for the Dean’s List at Loyola, a student must achieve a minimum QPA of at least 3.500 for the term, provided that, in the term they have successfully completed courses totaling a minimum of 15 credits.

Nelson Gonzalez, Graduated Brooklawn Middle School Class of 2010, and  St. Peter’s Preparatory School, Class of 2014.  He is a member of the class of 2018.

John Mucciolo, Graduated Parsippany Hills High School Class of 2014 and is a member of the class of 2018 at Loyola University Maryland.

Andrew Rodrigues, a 2013 Graduate of Parsippany High School, and class of 2017 Loyola University.

Established in 1852, Loyola University Maryland is a Catholic, Jesuit comprehensive university comprising Loyola College, home to the University’s arts and sciences programs; the Sellinger School of Business and Management; and the School of Education. Loyola enrolls 4,000 undergraduate and 2,000 graduate students from across the country.

Parsippany High School Class of 1972 to celebrate 45th Reunion

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Parsippany High School Class of 1972 to celebrate 45th Reunion

PARSIPPANY — The 1972 graduating class from Parsippany High School will be gathering for its 45th Reunion, on September 15 and 16. The two day event has been planned appealing to classmates still in the area and to entice those who travel long distances. A few classmates will be traveling from Sweden and Thailand.

Reunion activities for this gala event will include a Friday afternoon picnic, Friday night Red Hawk football game, a Saturday tour of the High School and be topped by a lively evening event at The Hanover Manor filled with period music and a multimedia presentation.

As part of the planning group, Roland Lauther has located a majority of the graduates but would like assistance locating the few remaining missing classmates. Please review the below names and if you have any current contact information, an old address, college attended, names of siblings or spouse, or married name for any of the women, please email Roland at phs72alumni@gmail.com or find him at facebook.

Assistance is requested to locate the following classmates from PHS 1972:

Michael Bassing, Nicole Beaudoin Denee, Laura Bizub, Nancy Bollick Hope, John Boutilette, Dennis Cornish, Carmen D’intino, Jeffrey Greene, Joy Hendricks, Steve Herman, Sol Matza, Joe Roszkowski, Nancy Voulgaris Newpher, Patricia Brady Devone, Edward Daly, Gary Giordano, Stephanie Jordon, Jeff Jusko, Joanne Garde Dressel.

Join The Y for The Summer and Enjoy all Full Privilege Benefits

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Join The Y for The Summer and Enjoy all Full Privilege Benefits

MOUNTAIN LAKES — If you’re looking for family fun near home this summer, take out a Summer membership at the Lakeland Hills Family YMCA and get everything the Y has to offer for you and the whole family! Includes everything you want in a health and fitness facility – a 6-lane indoor pool, regulation-size gymnasium, a Health and Fitness Training Center, Group Fitness Classes, Swim Lessons, Nutritional Counseling, Personal Training and much more.

Summer memberships are available beginning May 1 and are valid for four months from date of purchase through September 30, 2017.

For more information and rates, stop by or call the Y at (973) 334-2820, or visit: www.lakelandhillsymca.com

Czar Alexei Sepe to attend Boston College

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Czar Alexei Sepe to attend Boston College
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PARSIPPANY — Boston College is elated to welcome Czar Alexei Sepe, Lake Parsippany, to Boston College in the Fall 2017 semester. 

Czar Alexei Sepe is a senior at Parsippany Hills High School, and he plans to major in political science in the Morrissey College of Arts and Sciences at The Heights. His parents, Caesar and Lara Sepe, are proud of their son’s great accomplishment. 

Czar Alexei is ecstatic to be a part of a long tradition of excellence dating back to its founding in 1863, amplified in Boston College’s motto “Ever to Excel.”

Boston College is an internationally respected research university and a center of academic excellence. A national leader in liberal arts, Boston College seeks to fulfill its Jesuit, Catholic mission of faith and service; to continue to develop model programs to support students in their formation; and to seek solutions – as researchers, educators, leaders, and caregivers – that directly address the world’s most urgent problems. 

Boston College remains committed to leading its students on a comprehensive journey of discovery – one that integrates their intellectual, personal, ethic, and religious formation. Inspiration for Boston College’s academic and societal mission is drawn from the University’s distinctive religious and intellectual heritage. As a Jesuit, Catholic University, Boston College is rooted in a world view that calls us to learn, to search for truth, and to live in service to others. To fulfill this mission, we welcome and embrace the contributions of a diverse student body from many faith traditions. 

State, County Leaders Raise Concerns About State’s New Mental Health Funding Plan

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State, County Leaders Raise Concerns About State’s New Mental Health Funding Plan

A New Jersey assemblyman and Morris County leaders raised a red flag over the looming change to the state’s funding of mental health services at NewBridge Services’ Race to Sustain Hope Gala.

New Jersey Lt. Gov. Kim Guadagno and Assemblyman Anthony M. Bucco

Assemblyman Anthony M. Bucco (R-Morris) urged guests to contact their legislators and talk to friends and neighbors. “I implore you to make your voices heard!” Bucco said at the event, held at the Wyndham Hamilton Park Hotel and Conference Center in Florham Park. (Residents can find their representatives by municipality by clicking here)

Under fee-for-service funding, which takes effect July 1, the state will only reimburse providers for services considered “billable,” in some cases at rates that do not cover actual costs. The state will no longer pay when clients miss sessions (not unusual for people with mental illness), and supportive services that help clients stick to their treatment plan — follow-up phone calls, help managing daily responsibilities — are not covered.

The New Jersey Association of Mental Health and Addiction Services estimates as many as 20,000 state residents could lose access to treatment.

“Where do the 10,000 people go, and who picks up the cost?” Bucco said, noting that hospital emergency rooms, jails, police departments and rescue squads will all be strained.

Attorney Marcy McMann, chair of the Morris County Mental Health Addictions Services Advisory Board, and Morris County Freeholder Christine Myers explained the dilemma facing county residents who rely on community nonprofits for treatment of mental illness.

“This new system, it’s not working for us!” Myers said. Last month, the Morris County Board of Chosen Freeholders passed a resolution urging the state to put fiscal safeguards in place during the transition to fee-for-service funding, or to delay its implementation.

“Unless the state adds safeguards to the new fee-for-serving funding, NewBridge and other community mental health providers will cease being the safety net that has sustained people in need for more than 40 years,” NewBridge CEO Robert L. Parker said.

Guests at the gala also heard from NewBridge Jobs Plus alumna Fergie Romero, who became emotional describing how the alternative education program helped her earn a New Jersey high school diploma and launch a career in community health care.

More than 160 people attended the gala, which raised $100,000 for NewBridge. The event was sponsored by: the Holmes Family Foundation; Wyndham Worldwide; The Robert Collins Fund; Columbia Bank; Boiling Springs Savings Bank; and Christian Health Care Center. Friends of NewBridge sponsors include: Atlantic Health Systems, CR Bard, Fulton Bank of NJ, Genoa, Murphy McKeon P.C., PSE&G, Robert L. Parker, Art Schmidt and Betty Cass-Schmidt.

Last year alone, NewBridge helped 10,000 children, adults and seniors a year through counseling, housing and education programs in Morris, Passaic and Sussex counties, and elsewhere. NewBridge began as a local mental health center in 1963 — the year as President John F. Kennedy called on Congress to create a national program for mental health — and has expanded and evolved over 54 years to meet the growing needs of its communities.

MOMS Club of Parsippany East Tour the Police Department

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MOMS Club of Parsippany East Tour the Police Department

PARSIPPANY —The MOMS Club of Parsippany East recently toured the Parsippany Police Department. Officer Remo  D’Alessandro along with Sergeant Al Keiser lead the tour for the Moms and children who attended. 

The tour was very insightful for everyone attending. The kids really enjoyed being able to see what goes on behind the scenes. 

The MOMS Club brought homemade baked goods from our Moms, as well as special drawings from our kids just for the police to enjoy. 

The group had the opportunity to tour the Municipal Court

Boy Scouts announce Mother’s Day Plant Sale

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Boy Scouts announce Mother’s Day Plant Sale

PARSIPPANY —  Boy Scout Troop 173 will hold its second annual Mother’s Day plant sale on Saturday, May 6; Sunday, May 7 and Saturday, May 13 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Parsippany Elks Lodge, located at 230 Parsippany Road.

A wide variety of plants, including annuals and perennials will be available including: Begonias, Marigolds, Vinca Vine, Geraniums, Ferns, herbs such as Basil, Mint, Parsley, and vegetables such as Tomatoes, Pickles and Peppers. Plants will be sold in flats of 24 as well as potted deck and hanging containers.

“This is one of Troop 173’s fundraising events to help with costs associated with our Boy Scout activities throughout the year,” states Assistant Scoutmaster Michael Catapano.” The turnout at last years Mother’s Day plant sale was incredible and we are hoping for an even better sale this year.”

Support your local Boy Scout troop and pick the perfect Mother’s Day gift! For more information contact Keith Porcelli at (973) 714-6939.

PAL seeks Football Commissioner

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PAL seeks Football Commissioner

Parsippany PAL LogoPARSIPPANY — The Parsippany PAL Youth Center is looking for someone to take on the important job of keeping youth football thriving on the east side of Parsippany.

If you are interested please contact tony@parsippanypal.org.

    Please consider this position along with a few other positions they are looking for…

  • 2017 Flag Coordinator
  • E level head Coaches 3rd and 4th grade team
  • Concession stand manager
  • Equipment manager
  • Team Coordinators (formerly known as team moms)

The Parsippany PAL Youth Center is located at 33 Baldwin Road.

Since 1965, the Parsippany PAL has been working hard to provide the children of Parsippany with various activities and sports programs. Beginning with only 240 children registered in three programs, the Parsippany PAL has grown to serve more than 4,000 children from Parsippany and the surrounding area with over 15 programs.

The focus of the Parsippany PAL is entirely on the kids!

The Parsippany PAL currently manages/hosts a wide variety of programs, including Basketball, Cheerleading, Football, Ice Hockey,  and Rugby. Additionally, throughout the year the Parsippany PAL hosts several Basketball Camps, Cheerleading Clinics and Ice Hockey Camps.

Responders come up empty handed during search on Lake Parsippany

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Responders come up empty handed during search on Lake Parsippany

PARSIPPANY — Parsippany Rescue and Recovery members were called to the scene of a dive buoy that was spotted floating on Lake Parsippany on Wednesday evening, April 25.

The dive buoy believed to be in the water since the weekend was reported by a Lake Parsippany resident. There were no reports of any missing divers.

The search brought Parsippany Rescue and Recovery, Lake Parsippany Fire District 3, EMTs and other emergency vehicles from Boonton, Pequannock and Denville arrived at the scene.

Tents were also set up along the shore to provide coverage from a steady downpour of rain, which made conditions more difficult. The divers used flashlights to help investigate the underwater scene in choppy water.

Police did not speculate who may have placed the buoy in the lake.

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