Youth Connection to Present "Annie"

Renovations Cause Location Change for Shelton High School Graduation

(Sharing information from Shelton Public Schools' Facebook Page) 

Regarding SHS 2018 Graduation:

We know this is a big change. We understand there is some disappointment, but we are committed to having a well-run, memorable high school graduation ceremony for our hardworking students.  

However, due to extensive renovations at Finn Stadium, scheduled to begin in May, our graduation ceremony will be held at Nolan Field in Ansonia.

The date will be announced, as always, at the April BOE meeting.

Nothing is ideal about the situation, but this is a better option than doing it indoors.
 
The plan is to have the refurbished field ready for September. We ask for your understanding and flexibility. Together we can make this a positive ceremony for the students. That is our goal!

Chris Clouet, Superintendent of Schools

Shelton School District/Police to Host Safety Forum

SHELTON -The school district will hold a Community Forum on School Safety at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 27 at Shelton High School, 120 Meadow St.

Leaders from the school district and police department will discuss current practices and hear concerns from families. 

SHS Gaelettes to host Fundraising Game

  

SHELTON -The Shelton High School Girls Basketball team will host its annual “BLUE GAME” at Shelton High School Feb. 6 when the Gaelettes take on rival Guilford High School. 

The “BLUE GAME” is an event in which the Shelton High School Girls Basketball program helps raise awareness of Type 1 Diabetes, also known as Juvenile Diabetes.     

 

The event will be held at the Murray Gymnasium at Shelton High School, 120 Meadow St., starting with the Junior Varsity game at 5:15 p.m. and will culminate with the Varsity match-up at 7 p.m.

 

Many local businesses and families have donated items to be raffled off as part of this event with all proceeds being donated to Yale Pediatric Diabetes.   

 

Type 1 Diabetes is an autoimmune disease in which a person’s pancreas stops producing insulin, a hormone that enables people to get energy from food. It comes on suddenly, and causes dependency on injected or pumped insulin for a person’s life.  

T1D carries the constant threat of devastating complications throughout an affected person’s lifetime. There is nothing you can do to prevent T1D, and - at present - there is nothing to cure it. It is a condition that must be monitored and treated for life.

 

The Shelton High School Girls Basketball program has had past and current players who are afflicted with Type 1 Diabetes and are constantly managing their lives with this affliction.  The team’s passion to help their teammates and others living with T1D is immeasurable.

Please consider attending this important event to help support the cause and Yale Pediatric Diabetes. 

 

Don’t forget wear your “BLUE” to show your support.

(This is a press release from John Niski, Director of Athletics, Shelton Public Schools)

Ex-Shelton High School teacher accused of misconduct with student, 17

By Register Staff

SHELTON >> A former Shelton High School math teacher is facing charges after police say he took a 17-year-old student out to dinner in April and tried to kiss her on the lips.

George Perduta, 57, turned himself in to police Tuesday, police spokesman Detective Richard Bango said in a press release Wednesday.

Bango said the charges stem from an April complaint made by a female who was a student at Shelton High School at the time.

The student, 17, told police she had gone to dinner with Perduta and he had asked her about her relationship status during the meal, which made her uncomfortable.
Read more here.

Shelton High School partners with Valley Community Foundation

Shelton High School and the Valley Community Foundation announced a new partnership in which the management of all scholarship and award funds will be entrusted to the Foundation. The purpose of this partnership is to sustain and build a substantial scholarship and recognition program benefiting the students of Shelton High School in acknowledgement of their hard work and accomplishments as they move on to pursue higher education.

Sharon Closius, VCF President,
and Beth A. Smith, Shelton High School Headmaster

Beth A. Smith, headmaster of Shelton High School, said, “This decision was made after very careful consideration and with the full support of the superintendent of schools and the Shelton Board of Education. Shelton High School is a learning community with high academic and behavioral expectations. We believe it is important to celebrate student achievement and to recognize those students who have met our standards. It is my firm belief that this move will achieve my goal of sustainability for our awards programs, which will continue to benefit the students of Shelton High School.”

School leaders routinely communicate to students the importance of community service and of giving back to their community. “The donors who have continuously supported the student recognition programs are a true testament to the importance of not only caring for our students but the future generation as well,” Smith said.

Smith added, “The Valley Community Foundation’s consistent average return will maximize the value of our scholarship and award donations. Instead of sitting in a savings account, our funds will now be professionally managed. Donors will have a choice to set up a permanent award or one that will be spent down over time. I want to emphasize that the criteria and selection process will not change. The Shelton High School staff will continue to coordinate the selection committees and recipient notification.”

Sharon Closius, Valley Community Foundation president and CEO, said, “We are honored to partner with Shelton High School to ensure the scholarship and award funds remain a viable philanthropic vehicle benefitting Shelton students for years to come and to expand the opportunities to grow the pool. I am especially pleased that the Valley Community Foundation has the ability to assist people who want to give back to the community and benefit Shelton students.”

An added benefit of this partnership is the Foundation’s capacity to accept different forms of assets to grow existing and new funds for the high school. With VCF’s relationship with The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven, gifts of securities, real estate and insurance policies can now be accepted. VCF can assist in estate planning ideas such as designating a scholarship or award as the beneficiary of a retirement plan, life insurance and/or bank accounts. Life income gifts such as charitable gift annuities and charitable remainder trusts are also options to help build the program.

This partnership with VCF is a major step of collective public philanthropy to support the quality of Shelton’s education programs. Superintendent Freeman Burr envisions a collection of philanthropic funds that will be dedicated to impacting the quality of education in Shelton. The funds provide financial support broken down into four pillars of investment: student award and scholarships; teacher creativity, innovation and resources; early childhood; quality time (such as before and after school programs, summer programs, etc.). This framework will allow interested members of the community to fund specific areas that they are passionate about and want to support.

If you would like to support Shelton High School, please call VCF at 203-751-9162.

This is a press release from Valley Community Foundation.

Youth CONNection's 'Les Mis' on Shelton High stage this weekend

Sharing a note from Youth CONNection alum Marc Garofalo:


I want to personally invite you to come and see The Youth CONNection Players' production of Les Miserables this weekend.
A group of highly talented young adults, under the direction of Gary and Francesca Scarpa, have delivered a quality piece of live theater in our own community.

Check it out by clicking on this link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YI214SHGGTE


Performances are at Shelton High School at 8 p.m. Friday, and at 2 and 8 p.m. Saturday.

Tickets are $20 per person for adults - $10 per person for children.

You can order tickets by calling the Center Stage Box Office at 203-225-6079 or by visiting www.centerstageshelton.org.

The people who saw the show this past weekend have been raving about its quality and its emotion.
Let’s support this 30 year old mid-summer tradition here in the Valley.


Hope to see you there!



Sincerely,


Marc Garofalo

Youth CONNection Alumnus

1985-1992


Note: Garofalo is the former mayor of Derby.

Shelton Class of '48 seeking member

SHELTON - Members of the Shelton High School Class of 1948 are trying to locate Doris Walters Bazley, whose last known address was in Hamden, for their 66th class reunion to be held at 1:30 p.m. July 18 at The Riverdale, 521 River Road.

If you have information please call Barbara Glover, 203-924-0436, Peter Insalaco, 203-389-1283, or Stanley Muzyk, 203-734-7431.


This is a press release from Derby resident Stanley Muzyk.

Shelton Class of '48 seeks member

SHELTON - Members of the Class of 1948, Shelton High School, are looking for help in locating fellow classmate Donald W. FitzGerald to attend their 66th class reunion at 1:30 p.m. July 18 at The Riverdale, 521 River Road.

Don FitzGerald's last known address was 29 Evergreen Terrace, Seymour.  

Please call Peter Insalaco, 203 389-1283 or Stanley Muzyk, 203 734-7431.


This is a press release from Stanley Muzyk.

Shelton High class to hold 66th reunion

SHELTON - The Shelton High School Class of 1948 will hold its 66th class reunion at 1:30 p.m. July 18 at The Riverdale, 521 River Road.

For information call Barbara Glover, 203 924-0436,  Alvin MacBrien, 203 264-5234, or Stanley Muzyk, 203 734-7431.

This is a press release from Stanley Muzyk.

Boy, 15, shot in Shelton remains in critical condition

This undated yearbook photo shows Kristjan Ndoj, 15, of Shelton, who was shot twice on March 15. Contributed photo — Shelton High School

By Register Staff

Posted: 03/17/14, 6:47 AM EDT

SHELTON >> Police have identified the 15-year-old boy shot Saturday night as Kristjan Ndoj.
The Shelton High School student remains in critical condition at Bridgeport Hospital Monday morning with life-threatening injuries, according to police spokesman Lt. Robert Kozlowsky. In a press release, Kozlowsky said the boy was shot in the head and leg.

Police found Kristjan lying in a driveway of 1 Agawam Trail at about 8:45 p.m. Police said he doesn’t live on that street, but lives in a different part of town. He was visiting a friend when he was shot.
An aunt of the victim told WTNH News 8 that a girl called Kristjan and said, “My boyfriend is going to kill you.”
Kozlowsky said, “We’re aware of it,” according to WTNH. “It’s one of the many angles we’re looking at, but I don’t have anything that I can confirm and say to you at this point. But we are aware of it and looking into it as well as we’re looking into several other possibilities.”

Shelton police detectives are working with the state police Major Crime Squad on the case. Police have been in contact with the Shelton High School administration.

Officials said there would be extra security and Monday at the high school, with counseling available to students.
Headmaster Beth Smith said on Twitter that she held a meeting Sunday night to discuss security and plan for Monday. Extra police officers were assigned to the school and a crisis team was put in place. Smith tweeted Monday morning that there was a “smooth start” to the day.
Smith and police said there have been no specific threats made to the school or any other students.
Also on Twitter, students and friends of Kristjan are rallying around him, using the hashtag #prayforkristjan. Several messages of support have been posted, along with confusion about why the shooting occurred.

Shelton police ask anyone with information to call 203-924-1544. Calls may be confidential, police say.

Donations sought for Shelton Post Prom

SHELTON - The Shelton High School Parent Teacher Student Organization is sponsoring its 13th annual post prom immediately following the Prom May 17 as a way of keeping students safe during those potentially dangerous hours.

This year the Post Prom will be held at the Sports Center of Connecticut, 784 River Road.
The Post Prom is a gift from the PTSO and is free to all eligible students.

The event is open to all Juniors and Seniors regardless of whether or not they attend the Prom.
Underclassmen are admitted only if they accompany a Junior or Senior to the Prom.
The Post Prom runs from 11 p.m.-3 a.m.
Students will be able to enjoy all the activities offered at the Sports Center, again free of charge.

Activities include ice skating, laser tag, bowling, and miniature golf course, driving range, baseball/softball batting cages and arcade.
The event includes complimentary use of ice skates, golf clubs, bats and balls.
In addition, students will receive refreshments throughout the event and will be eligible to win fabulous raffle and door prizes.

Success of the Post Prom relies entirely upon the generosity of parents and the community at large.
Donations may be mailed to SHS PTSO, Inc. /Post Prom, c/o Shelton High School, 120 Meadow St., Shelton, 06484.
Questions regarding donations can be directed to Stephanie at 203-530-0887, or msbbaj@gmail.com.  Many volunteers are also needed.
 

This is a press release from Shelton High School PTSO.

Shelton High Class of 1948 sets reunion date

SHELTON - Members of the Shelton High School Class of 1948 will hold their 65th Class Reunion Oct. 13, starting at 3 p.m. at Riverdale Diner, 521 River Road.

For more information call committee members: Joe Lanzi, 203-924-1733; Barbara Glover, 203-924-0436; Guy Beardsley, 203-924-3080; Steve Chuckta, 203-924-4470; Stan Muzyk, 203-734-7431; or Al McBrien, 203-264-5234.

This is a press release from Stan Muzyk.

Shelton High class to finalize 65th reunion plans

SHELTON - The 65th class reunion planning committee of Shelton High School Class of 1948 will finalize reunion plans Thursday at the home of Joe Lanzi, 29 Union St., starting at 5:30 p.m.

Class members are asked to attend, and supply new addresses for classmates who have moved since the last reunion.

For information call Barbara Glover, 203-924-0436, Guy Beardsley, 203-929-3080, Steve Chuckta, 203-924-4470, or Stan Muzyk, 203-734-7431.

This is taken from a press release from Stan Muzyk.

Shelton High Class of '48 to plan 65th reunion

SHELTON - The Shelton High School Class of 1948 will hold a committee meeting at 5:30 p.m. Thursday at the home of Joe Lanzi, 29 Union St., to further plans for the 65th reunion.

Class members are asked to attend.

For further information, call Steve Chuckta, 203-924-4470, or Guy Beardsley, 203-929-3080.

This is taken from a press release.

Shelton team donates $240 to breast wellness center in Derby

Members of the Shelton High Boys Volleyball team recently presented Griffin Hospital Development Fund Executive Director Cornelia Evans, center, with a $240 donation for the Hewitt Center for Breast Wellness at Griffin Hospital in Derby. 
Presenting the donation were, from left, John Kocur, Michael Torres, Mac Thompson and Manager Emma Hanrahan. / Contributed photo

DERBY - Members of the Shelton High Boys Volleyball team recently delivered a $240 donation to the Hewitt Center for Breast Wellness at Griffin Hospital.

Captains Michael Torres, Mac Thompson and John Kocur, and Manager Emma Hanrahan presented the donation to Cornelia Evans, executive director of the Griffin Hospital Development Fund. The team raised the money at a special Pink Night game on April 12.


This information is taken from a press release from Griffin Hospital. 

Shelton parents seek post prom donations

SHELTON - The Shelton High School Parent Teacher Student Organizationis sponsoring its 12th annual post prom immediately following the prom May 11 as a way of keeping all students safe during those potentially dangerous hours. 

The post prom will be held at the Sports Center, 784 River Road. The post prom is a gift from the PTSO and is free to all eligible students.

The event is open to all juniors and seniors regardless of whether or not they attend the prom.
Underclassmen are admitted only if they accompany a junior or senior to the prom.
The post prom begins after the prom at 11 p.m. and runs until 3 a.m.

Students will be able to enjoy all the activities offered at the Sports Center, again free of charge, including ice skating, laser tag, bowling, miniature golf, the driving range, baseball/softball batting cages and sports court.
The event includes complimentary use of ice skates, golf clubs, bats and balls. In addition, students will receive refreshments and will be eligible to win raffle and door prizes.

The success of the post prom relies entirely upon the generosity of parents and the community at large.
Donations can be mailed to SHS PTSO, Inc./Post Prom, c/o Shelton High School, 120 Meadow St. Questions regarding donations may be directed to Stephanie at 203-530-0887 or Msbbaj@gmail.com. Many volunteers are also needed.
If you are interested in volunteering or have any questions regarding post prom, feel free to contact us. 

For information visit www.sheltonpublicschools.org./shs and click on "Parent Life" then "PTSO."

This information is taken from a press release.

Shelton police seek suspect in Thursday's bomb threat at high school

SHELTON — Police are working with school officials to identify the suspect in Thursday afternoon’s bomb threat at Shelton High School.

Police say the threat was specific and was called into the school system prior to dismissal, according to a statement today.

Nothing was located during a search of the school, and students were allowed to leave at their regular dismissal time with police and fire officials monitoring, police said.

Drive in Shelton Saturday to aid Sandy victims

SHELTON - The Colonial League of American Youth Football and Cheer will host a Hurricane Sandy Relief Drive during its State Cheer Competitions from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday at Shelton High School, 120 Meadow St.
Donations will help residents of Connecticut, New York, and New Jersey affected by Hurricane Sandy.

Many families are in need of the following items: blankets, clean clothing, flashlights, lanterns, batteries, scarves, boots, mittens, hats, shoes, towels, baby food, formula, diapers, bottles, cleaning supplies, toilet paper, toiletries, non-perishable food, water, pet food, school supplies, coloring books, crayons, and small toys.


This information was taken from an e-mail from Seymour resident Alex Danka.  

Shelton High team makes finals in robotics competition

The following news was released today by Shelton Superintendent of Schools Freeman Burr.

 

"I am excited to report the following update regarding our FLL Robotics Team," Burr said. "First, please click on the link below to see our team’s video."

http://office.firelightmedia.net/secure/LegoLeague/smart_sticker.wmv

"As you may remember there are four finalists in the competition:

1. MATobot (New York, NY, United States), Smart Milk Pitcher
2. Moderately Confused (Dublin, OH, United States), Erasable Barcode
3. Seven World Wonders (Yeruham, Israel), FreezeStick
4. S.I.S. Robotic Revolution (Shelton, CT, United States), Smart Sticker

The teams were to be honored at an awards ceremony this morning at the US Patent & Trademark Office in Washington, D.C.  At this ceremony, the team was slated to find out if it had been selected as the eventual winner from the four finalists.   
 
For information visit http://firstlegoleague.org/