ROLAND ROGERS continued staff members shaved their heads to raise money and awareness for childhood cancer research through the St. Baldrick’s Foundation. About $500 was raised the first year, but that total has climbed to thousands of dollars, Dunn said. “Over the years we’ve just been able to get more people to participate every year. This is all about giving the kids an introduction to charity and helping someone,” Dunn said. Donations were collected at the school for the last four weeks and included faculty contributions and even loose change from students. The grand total announced during the assembly Friday, March 15th was $6,020. For every $5 a student donated during the drive, a “Lucky Charm” was placed in the lobby with their name on it. A random drawing was held Friday, March 15th during the event and prizes were awarded to winning students’ homerooms. The topfive student donors, who raised more than $500, stood on the stage and unveiled the total donations. The students included fifth-graders Sam DiLorenzo, Corissa Robbins, Grace Vu, Brooke Fiedler and fourth-grader Noah Pomrink.“You guys are building blocks to move on as you get older and help people globally,” Assistant Principal Michael Silvestri said. The overwhelming loudness and excitment of the students shouting “Shave Your Head” as teachers Brian Dunn, Sean McCarthy, Joe Conte, Joe Palumbo, Dave Martin, Don Adams and John McHale took their places on the stage in front of hair stylists from Tangles salon was a magnificent show of the schools huge accomplishment in such a noteworthy cause. “Mr. McCarthy, that is a head only a mother could love,” Michael Silvestri said as a stylist pulled a razor over McCarthy’s head. Then it was time to decide if Assistant Principal, Michael Silvestri’s head would be shaved. Originally the deal was that he would shave his head if $8,000 was raised in total. But that changed and he agreed to the shaving if the school succeeded in raising $2,000 in the last week, which it did. Once the group of teachers had their heads shaved, Michael Silvestri climbed on the stage and took a seat for his own haircut. As his head was shaved the students began chanting, “Shave your beard.” “Maybe next year that can be our goal if we can reach $8,000. The beard will go too,” he said.
Roland Rogers Upcoming Events
Monday, April 1 No School- Spring Break Tuesday, April 2 FSA Meeting 8am Wednesday, April 17 Early Dismissal- Staff Articulation Friday, May 3 A.S.K. Pep Rally
Smithville Elementary School Upcoming Events Monday, April 1 No School- Spring Break Tuesday, April 16 Orff Concert Third Grade 7pm Wednesday, April 17 Early dismissal Friday, April 26 School Spirit Day
Galloway Township Middle School Upcoming Events Monday, April 1 No School- Spring Break Wednesday, April 17 Early Dismissal Thursday, April 25 Report Cards Monday, April 29-May 2 NJ ASK Testing
GALLOWAY LIBRARY EVENTS Spontaneous Poetry Wall April 01-02 2013 Start Time: All Day Teen Meet April 02, 2013 6pm Spontaneous Poetry Wall April 03-04 2013 Start Time: All Day R.E.A.D. Program with Willow the Fox Terrier April 3, 2013 2pm Introduction to computers April 04, 2013 10am Introduction to Interenet April 04, 2013 11:15am Intorduction to Email April 04, 2013 12:30pm Spontaneous Poetry Wall April 05, 08, 09, 2013 Start Time: All Day Computers for Seniors April 09, 2013 10:30am Tuesday Lego Club appril 09, 2013 4:30pm Spontaneous Poetry Wall April 10 2013 Start Time: All Day Aging in Place: Continue to Live Independently April 10, 2013 10:30am Wednesday Preschool Storytime April 10, 2013 10:30am R.E.A.D. Program with Willow the Fox Terrier April 10, 2013 2pm Wednesday Lego Club April 10, 2013 4:30pm Spontaneous Poetry Wall April 11 2013 Start Time: All Day Introduction to Microsoft Word April 11, 2013 10am Thursday Preshool Storytime April 11, 2013 10:30am Introduction to Microsoft Power Point April 11, 2013 11:15am Introduction to Microsoft Excel April 11, 2013 12:30kpm Spontaneous Poetry Wall April 12 2013 Start Time: All Day Saturday Afternoon Craft April 13, 2013 1:30pm Celebrate National Library Week at Galloway April 15, 2013 All Day Spontaneous Poetry Wall April 15 2013 Start Time: All Day Resume Seminar April 15, 2013 5:30pm Celebrate Naitonal Library Week at Galloway April 16, 2013 All Day Spontaneous Poetry Wall April 16, 2013 Start Time: All Day Book Adventures School Kids & Books April 16, 2013 4;30pm Family Book Bingo April 16, 2013 6pm Celebrate National Library Week at Galloway April 17, 2013 All Day Spontaneous Poetry Wall April 17, 2013 Start Time: All Day R.E.A.D. Program with Willow the Fox Terrier April 17, 2013 2pm Loose Threads Knit, Crochet, Fiber arts at Galloway April 17, 2013 6:30pm Celebrate National Library Week at Galloway April 18, 2013 All Day Spontaneous Poetry Wall April 18, 2013 Start Time: All Day Introduction to Computers April 18, 2013 10am Thursday Preschool Storytime April 18, 2013 10:30am Introduction to Internet April 18, 2013 11:15am Introduction to Email April 18, 2013 12:30pm What’s a Genre Anyway? April 18, 2013 7pm Celebrate National Library Week at Galloway April 19, 2013 All Day Spontaneous Poetry Wall April 19, 2013 Start Time: All Day Celebrate National Library Week at Galloway April 20, 2013 All Day Special Movie Event Katniss & Peeta in the Capitol April 20, 2013 10:30am Family Book Bingo April 20, 2013 1:30pm
SCHOLARS GOLF TOURNAMENT TO BENEFIT ABSEGAMI STUDENTS The Scholar’s Golf Tournament is an exciting new addition to the Vigneto Rally that takes place at the Seaview Bay course the week following the LPGA Shoprite Classic. Seaview has hosted PGA tournaments and is where Sam Snead won his first major championship. Golfers will be able to enjoy and test their abilities in near championship conditions. The tournament proceeds will go directly toward college scholarships for local children. Join the Vigneto Rally in advancing the education of our children and being a good community partner. The event will take place on June 8th with a 2 pm shotgun start. The Scholar’s Golf Tournament will be a 4 Man Best Ball format. The event will also have closet to the pin challenges along with the straightest drive (even short hitters have a chance). A light lunch will be provided. Donations are $125 per player. Sign up at the www.VignetoRally.com website. The Vigneto Rally and the Stockton Seaview want someone to experience the legendary Stockton Seaview FREE. Just fill out the entry form on our website and you may WIN a round of golf for two, a night stay for two and a breakfast for two. If you cannot make the event, get involved and make a donation towards the scholarship event. Come enjoy golfing at this legendary location after viewing all the Vigneto Rally has to offer Feel what it’s like to drive a race car in the simulator from SimXperience. Meet the crew from Aston Martin’s factory race team. See the newest models from Porsche, Mercedes, Aston Martin, Maserati, Lamborghini, Rolls Royce, Bentley, and more
GALLOWAY’S MOST UPSCALE EVENT Are you an exotic car lover? Join other exotic car enthusiasts and drivers at the 2013 Vigneto Rally. The ultimate exotic sport car experience. Many 2013 Vigneto Rally events are open to the public. In addition to the exotic car display and Grand Concours at the Stockton Seaview on June 8, 2013, there will be exhibitors, a race car simulator, and new model displays from Aston Martin, Porsche, Lamborghini and other legendary car manufactures. There will also be food and wine available.
Senior Center Calendar Number preceeding event is day of month Bridge every Thursday 9 Tax & Nursing Home Information 10:00 til 11:30
Here are some of the other Vigneto Rally events you can attend. Join people that share your passion for exotic sport cars at these great events while helping us raise money for great charities. Appropriate attire is required.
10 Swing into Spring Dance 10:00 til 2:00 Reservation Req
Friday June 7 2013 7 PM – Vigneto Rally Cocktail Reception and Aston Martin 100th Year Celebration presented by American Harvest Vodka. The Vigneto Rally opening event for 2013 will benefit “Pennies in Action”, the answer to cancer organization.
11 CHIME Info on Medicare 9:30 am
Saturday June 8 2013 9:30 AM – The Vigneto Rally “Champagne Brunch at The Vineyard”. Rally drivers and attendees enjoy Renault Winery’s famous Champagne Brunch.
16 Mid Atlantic AARP 12:30 17 Right @ Home Trivia 18 Royal Suites Bingo Day 10:00
Saturday June 8 2013 11:00 AM – Vigneto Rally “Checkered Flag”. Vigneto Rally drivers arrive at The Stockton Seaview and assemble on the grounds in front of the main building. Saturday June 8 2013 11:30 AM – “The Vigneto Rally Concours d’Elegance”, exotic car display, and exhibitor show begins. Saturday June 8 2013 1:00 PM - The Vigneto Rally “Vintner’s Luncheon” on the Stockton Seaview Terrace. Sample select Southern New Jersey Wines and feast upon a delightful luncheon meal. You may also purchase VIP tickets. The Vigneto Rally weekend VIP Pass. Attend all the above listed events and also receive select Vigneto Rally memorobilia. Purchase your tickets right away at www.VignetoRally.com before they are all gone.
23 Alzheimer’s Seminar 10:00 am 24 Movie Day 1:00 pm Casablanca 25 Health Center @ Galloway 10:00 am
GALLOWAY LIBRARY EVENTS Continued Spontaneous Poetry Wall April 22, 2013 Start Time: All Day Cuentos Funtasticos Funtastic Stories Club April 22, 2013 4:30pm
Enter now at www.VignetoRally.com Real Book Talking April 22, 2013 7pm Spontaneous Poetry Wall April 23, 2013 Start Time: All Day
Assumption Regional to hold 16th Annual Golf Classic at Seaview Golf Resort Assumption Regional Catholic School will be holding their 16th Annual Golf Classic at the Seaview Golf Resort on Saturday, April 27, 2013. This golf tournament serves as a major fundraiser in an effort to keep tuition for Catholic School Education at an affordable level for all students. The school is inviting anyone to help by bringing a foursome to golf, sponsorship offerings, or if you like to make a contribution. The event starts with 11:30am registration with a shotgun start at 1pm All participants will receive a High quality Pro Form embroidered Polo Shirt. They are recommending that you bring a foursome to the tournament. If you are unable to do so, they will assign you to one. Space is limited, golfers will be accepted on a first paid and received basis. A dinner reception will follow play at Seaview, Prizes awarded for the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place foursomes. Additionally, prizes will be awarded for the longest drive, most accurate drive, and closest to the pin, along with the distribution of raffle and door prizes. For more information regarding Assumptions 16th Annual Golf Classic at the Seaview Golf Resort please contact Kevin Weeks 609-204-5801 or Cathryn Flammer 609-652-7134. Please visit our website www.assumptiongolfouting.org
Katniss & Peeta in the Capitol April 23, 2013 5:30pm Spontaneous Poetry Wall April 24, 2013 Start Time: All Day Wednesday Preschool Storytime April 24, 2013 10:30am R.E.A.D. Program with Willow the Fox terrier april 24, 2013 2pm Spontaneous Poetry Wall April 25, 2013 Start Time: All Day Introduction to Microsoft Word April 25, 2013 10am Thursday Preschool Storytime April 25, 2013 10:30am Introduction to Microsoft Power Point April 25, 2013 11:15am Introduction to Microsoft Excel April 25, 2013 12:30pm Spontaneous Poetry Wall April 26, 29, 30, 2013 Start Time: All Day Celebrate “El Dia De Los Ninos” April 30, 2013 4:30pm
What’s Happening at Absegami High School..... Important Dates: Upcoming Events •Junior Prom: April 20th •Locks of Love: May 2013 •MS Walk: May 4th •Senior Prom: May 18th •Senior Week: June 7th-11th •Graduation: June 11th Student Council: Locks of Love May 2013 Academic Team: Spring KMO - April 24th 2:30 - 5:30 Chess Club: Meets Every Tuesday 2:35-3:30 Science Club: Meets every other Thursday 2:35-3:30 Absegami Sports:
Thu 04/04/2013 Softball: Girls Varsity/JV Game 4:00pm Away vs. Vineland Vineland High School Thu 04/04/2013 Lacrosse: Girls Varsity/JV Game 4:00pm Middle Township Absegami High School Thu 04/04/2013 Baseball: Boys Varsity/JV Game 4:00pm Away vs. Millville Senior Millville Senior High School Thu 04/04/2013 Baseball: Boys Freshmen Game 4:00pm Millville Senior Absegami High School Fri 04/05/2013 Tennis: Boys Varsity Match 4:00pm Mainland Regional Absegami High School Fri 04/05/2013 Golf: Varsity Match 4:00pm Away vs. Oakcrest Blue Heron Golf Course Fri 04/05/2013 Lacrosse: Boys Varsity/JV Game 4:00pm Away vs. Egg Harbor Township Egg Harbor Township High School Sat 04/06/2013 Crew: Girls Var/JV/Fr/N Lenape Sprints TBD TBD Lake Lenape, Mays Landing, NJ Sat 04/06/2013 Crew: Boys Var/JV/Fr/N Lenape Sprints TBD TBD Lake Lenape, Mays Landing, NJ Sat 04/06/2013 Track & Field: Boys Varsity Relays 9:00am Away vs. Buena Regional Buena Regional High School Sat 04/06/2013 Baseball: Boys Varsity/JV Tournament 10:00am Away vs. Washington Township Washington Township High School Sun 04/07/2013 Crew: Girls Var/JV/Fr/N Manny Flick’s TBD TBD Schuylkill River, Philadelphia, PA Sun 04/07/2013 Crew: Boys Var/JV/Fr/N Manny Flick’s TBD TBD Schuylkill River, Philadelphia, PA Mon 04/08/2013 Golf: Varsity Match 3:30pm Mainland Regional Seaview Golf Course Mon 04/08/2013 Track & Field: Boys Varsity Tri-Match 4:00pm Away vs. Atlantic City Atlantic City High School Mon 04/08/2013 Track & Field: Girls Varsity Tri-Match 4:00pm Atlantic City Absegami High School Mon 04/08/2013 Lacrosse: Girls Varsity/JV Game 4:00pm Away vs. Oakcrest Oakcrest High School Mon 04/08/2013 Lacrosse: Boys Varsity/JV Game 4:00pm Southern Regional Absegami High School Mon 04/08/2013 Tennis: Boys Varsity Match 4:00pm Atlantic City Absegami High School Tue 04/09/2013 Tennis: Boys Varsity Match 3:30pm Away vs. Southern Regional Southern
Regional Tue 04/09/2013 Softball: Girls Freshmen Game 4:00pm Oakcrest Tue 04/09/2013 Softball: Girls Varsity/JV Game 4:00pm Away vs. Oakcrest Oakcrest High School Tue 04/09/2013 Golf: Varsity Match 4:00pm Millville Senior Seaview Golf Course Tue 04/09/2013 Baseball: Boys Freshmen Game 4:00pm Egg Harbor Township Absegami High School Tue 04/09/2013 Baseball: Boys Varsity/JV Game 4:00pm Away vs. Egg Harbor Township Egg Harbor Township High School Wed 04/10/2013 Golf: Varsity Tournament 9:30am Away vs. Oakcrest Blue Heron Golf Course Wed 04/10/2013 Tennis: Boys Varsity Match 4:00pm Saint Augustine Prep Absegami High School Thu 04/11/2013 Golf: Varsity Match 3:30pm Away vs. Ocean City Great Bay Country Club Thu 04/11/2013 Softball: Girls Freshmen Game 4:00pm Egg Harbor Township Thu 04/11/2013 Softball: Girls Varsity/JV Game 4:00pm Away vs. Egg Harbor Township Egg Harbor Township High School Thu 04/11/2013 Track & Field: Boys Varsity Meet 4:00pm Egg Harbor Township Absegami High School Thu 04/11/2013 Track & Field: Girls Varsity Meet 4:00pm Away vs. Egg Harbor Township Egg Harbor Township High School Thu 04/11/2013 Lacrosse: Boys Varsity/JV Game 4:00pm Away vs. Mainland Regional Mainland Regional High School Thu 04/11/2013 Baseball: Boys Varsity/JV Game 4:00pm Vineland Absegami High School Thu 04/11/2013 Baseball: Boys Freshmen Game 4:00pm Away vs. Vineland Vineland High School Fri 04/12/2013 Tennis: Boys Varsity Game 4:00pm Away vs. Lower Cape May Regional Lower Cape May Regional High School Fri 04/12/2013 Lacrosse: Girls Varsity/JV Game 4:00pm Ocean City Absegami High School Sat 04/13/2013 Crew: Boys Var/JV/Fr/N Lenape Sprints TBD TBD Lake Lenape, Mays Landing, NJ Sat 04/13/2013 Crew: Girls Var/JV/Fr/N Lenape Sprints TBD TBD Lake Lenape, Mays Landing, NJ Sat 04/13/2013 Track & Field: Girls Varsity Relays 9:00am Away vs. West Deptford West Deptford High School Sat 04/13/2013 Track & Field: Boys Varsity Relays 9:00am Away vs. Bridgeton Bridgeton High School Sat 04/13/2013 Softball: Girls Varsity/JV Tournament 9:00am Away vs. Rancocas Valley Regional Rancocas Valley Regional High School Sat 04/13/2013 Baseball: Boys Varsity/JV Tournament 10:00am Away vs. Washington Township Washington Township High School Sun 04/14/2013 Crew: Girls Var/JV/Fr/N Manny Flick’s TBD TBD Schuylkill River, Philadelphia, PA Sun 04/14/2013 Crew: Boys Var/JV/Fr/N Manny Flick’s TBD TBD Schuylkill River, Philadelphia, PA Sun 04/14/2013 Softball: Girls Varsity/JV Tournament 9:00am Away vs. Rancocas Valley Regional Rancocas Valley Regional High School Mon 04/15/2013 Tennis: Boys Varsity Match 4:00pm Away vs. Vineland Vineland High School Mon 04/15/2013 Lacrosse: Girls Varsity/JV Game 4:00pm Winslow Township Absegami High School Mon 04/15/2013 Lacrosse: Boys Varsity/JV Game 4:00pm Middle Township Absegami High School Mon 04/15/2013 Golf: Varsity Match 4:00pm Saint Augustine Prep Seaview Golf Course Tue 04/16/2013 Golf: Varsity Match 3:30pm Away vs. Mainland Regional Northfield Country Club
Tue 04/16/2013 Tennis: Boys Varsity Match 4:00pm Bridgeton Absegami High School Tue 04/16/2013 Baseball: Boys Varsity/JV Game 4:00pm Away vs. Mainland Regional Mainland Regional High School Tue 04/16/2013 Lacrosse: Girls Varsity/JV Game 4:00pm Away vs. Lower Cape May Regional Lower Cape May Regional High School Tue 04/16/2013 Lacrosse: Boys Varsity/JV Game 4:00pm Winslow Township Absegami High School Tue 04/16/2013 Baseball: Boys Freshmen Game 4:00pm Mainland Regional Absegami High School Wed 04/17/2013 Track & Field: Girls Varsity Tri Meet 4:00pm Away vs. Mainland Regional Mainland Regional High School Wed 04/17/2013 Track & Field: Boys Varsity Tri Meet 4:00pm Millville Senior Absegami High School Wed 04/17/2013 Softball: Girls Varsity/JV Game 4:00pm Mainland Regional Absegami High School Wed 04/17/2013 Softball: Girls Freshmen Game 4:00pm Away vs. Mainland Regional Thu 04/18/2013 Softball: Girls Freshmen Game 4:00pm Away vs. Millville Senior Thu 04/18/2013 Softball: Girls Varsity/JV Game 4:00pm Millville Senior Absegami High School Thu 04/18/2013 Baseball: Boys Freshmen Game 4:00pm Away vs. Saint Augustine Prep Saint Augustine Preparatory School Thu 04/18/2013 Lacrosse: Girls Varsity/JV Game 4:00pm Away vs. Mainland Regional Mainland Regional High School Thu 04/18/2013 Baseball: Boys Varsity/JV Game 4:00pm Saint Augustine Prep Absegami High School Fri 04/19/2013 Tennis: Boys Varsity Match 4:00pm Away vs. Millville Senior Millville Senior High School Fri 04/19/2013 Lacrosse: Boys Varsity/JV Game 4:00pm Vineland Absegami High School Sat 04/20/2013 Baseball: Boys Varsity/JV Tournament 9:00am Away vs. Oakcrest Oakcrest High School Sat 04/20/2013 Track & Field: Girls Varsity Relays 9:00am Away vs. Woodbury Woodbury High School Sat 04/20/2013 Track & Field: Boys Varsity Relays 9:00am Away vs. Woodbury Woodbury High School Sun 04/21/2013 Crew: Girls Var/JV/Fr/N Manny Flick’s TBD TBD Schuylkill River, Philadelphia, PA Sun 04/21/2013 Baseball: Boys Varsity Tournament TBD Away vs. Oakcrest Oakcrest High School Sun 04/21/2013 Crew: Boys Var/JV/Fr/N Manny Flick’s TBD TBD Schuylkill River, Philadelphia, PA Mon 04/22/2013 Tennis: Boys Varsity Match 4:00pm Away vs. Hammonton Hammonton High School Mon 04/22/2013 Softball: Girls Varsity/JV Game 4:00pm Away vs. Sacred Heart Sacred Heart High School Mon 04/22/2013 Golf: Varsity Match 4:00pm Vineland Seaview Golf Course Mon 04/22/2013 Lacrosse: Girls Varsity/JV Game 4:00pm Away vs. Egg Harbor Township Egg Harbor Township High School Tue 04/23/2013 Golf: Varsity Tournament 10:30am Away vs. TBA Galloway National Golf Course Tue 04/23/2013 Softball: Girls Varsity/JV Game 4:00pm Overbrook Absegami High School Tue 04/23/2013 Tennis: Boys Varsity Match 4:00pm Away vs. Ocean City Ocean City High School Tue 04/23/2013 Lacrosse: Boys Varsity/JV Game 4:00pm Ocean City Absegami High School Tue 04/23/2013 Baseball: Boys Freshmen Game 4:00pm Atlantic City Absegami High School Tue 04/23/2013 Baseball: Boys Varsity/JV Game 4:00pm Away vs. Atlantic City Atlantic City High School Wed 04/24/2013 Lacrosse: Girls Varsity/JV
Game 4:00pm Our Lady of Mercy Academy Absegami High School Wed 04/24/2013 Softball: Girls Freshmen Game 4:00pm Away vs. Hammonton Wed 04/24/2013 Golf: Varsity Match 4:00pm Egg Harbor Township Seaview Golf Course Thu 04/25/2013 Track & Field: Girls Varsity Penn Relays 7:30am Away vs. TBD University of Penn Thu 04/25/2013 Softball: Girls Varsity/JV Game 4:00pm Hammonton Absegami High School Thu 04/25/2013 Lacrosse: Boys Varsity/JV Game 4:00pm Away vs. Oakcrest Oakcrest High School Thu 04/25/2013 Tennis: Boys Varsity Match 4:00pm Oakcrest Absegami High School Thu 04/25/2013 Baseball: Boys Varsity/JV Game 4:00pm Hammonton Absegami High School Thu 04/25/2013 Golf: Varsity Meet 4:00pm Away vs. Atlantic City Brigantine Country Club Thu 04/25/2013 Baseball: Boys Freshmen Game 4:00pm Away vs. Hammonton Hammonton High School Fri 04/26/2013 Track & Field: Boys Varsity Penn Relays 9:00am Away vs. TBA Franklin Field, Philadelphia PA Fri 04/26/2013 Lacrosse: Girls Varsity/JV Game 4:00pm Away vs. Millville Senior Millville Senior High School Fri 04/26/2013 Lacrosse: Boys Varsity/JV Game 4:00pm Away vs. Woodstown Woodstown High School Sat 04/27/2013 Crew: Girls Var/JV/Fr/N Garden State Championships TBD Away vs. TBA Cooper River, Cherry Hill, NJ Sat 04/27/2013 Crew: Boys Var/JV/Fr/N Garden State Championships TBD Away vs. TBA Cooper River, Cherry Hill, NJ Sat 04/27/2013 Track & Field: Girls Varsity Rawland Relays 10:00am Away vs. Haddon Township Haddon Twp HS Sat 04/27/2013 Track & Field: Boys Varsity Penn Relays 10:00am Away vs. TBD Franklin Field, Philadelphia PA Mon 04/29/2013 Lacrosse: Boys Varsity/JV Game 4:00pm Lower Cape May Regional Absegami High School Mon 04/29/2013 Tennis: Boys Varsity Match 4:00pm Away vs. Egg Harbor Township Egg Harbor Township High School Mon 04/29/2013 Golf: Varsity Match 4:00pm Away vs. Millville Senior Cohanzick Country Club Tue 04/30/2013 Tennis: Boys Varsity CAL Championship 4:00pm Away vs. Vineland Vineland High School Tue 04/30/2013 Track & Field: Boys Varsity Tri Meet 4:00pm Away vs. Vineland Vineland High School Tue 04/30/2013 Track & Field: Girls Varsity Tri Meet 4:00pm Vineland Absegami High School Tue 04/30/2013 Softball: Girls Freshmen Game 4:00pm Away vs. Vineland Tue 04/30/2013 Softball: Girls Varsity/JV Game 4:00pm Vineland Absegami High School Tue 04/30/2013 Baseball: Boys Varsity/JV Game 4:00pm Millville Senior Absegami High School Tue 04/30/2013 Baseball: Boys Freshmen Game 4:00pm Away vs. Millville Senior Millville Senior High School Tue 04/30/2013 Lacrosse: Girls Varsity/JV Game 4:00pm Oakcrest Absegami High School
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Q. I am a contractor and I have perfromed work on several storm damaged homes, but I have not been paid. What can I do? A. You have a cause of action to pursue if you choose to engage in litigation. You can file a claim for Breach of Contract. However, you must first make sure you are in complaince the Home Improvement regulations pursuant to the New Jersey Consumer Fraud Act. A “home improvement” includes: remodeling, painting, repairing, renovating, etc. of residential or commercial property. This encompasses installing, replacing or repairing driveways, sidewalks, pools, landscaping, kitchens, bathrooms, garages, central heat, insulation installation, siding, carpeting and many more types of construction work. The New Jersey Administrative Code contains a long list of Unlawful Home Improvements Practices including misrepresentations regarding: model homes; products and materials; bait selling; the actual identity of seller; gift offers; price and financing; and guarantees or warranties. The New Jersey Administrative Code also requires: a. Home improvement contracts in excess of $500.00, and all changes in the terms and conditions thereof, shall be in writing. b. The contract must clearly and accurately set forth in legible form all terms and conditions of the contract, including, but not limited to: the legal name and business address of the Contractor; a description of the work to be done and the principal products and materials to be used or installed in performance of the contract; and the dates or time period on or within which the work is to begin and be completed by the Contractor. c. A seller must not fail to begin or complete work on the date or within the time period specified in the contract, unless the delay is for one of the specified reasons, i.e., causes beyond the seller’s control. Any changes in the dates or time period must be agreed to in writing. d. A seller must not start work until he is sure all applicable state or local building and construction permits required by state or local ordinances have been issued. e. A seller must not demand final payment or request a buyer to sign a certificate of completion until work is completed in accordance with the contract terms. If you violated the Consumer Fraud Act, you can be barred from pursuing your claim for Breach of Contract.
If you have a general legal question you would like discussed, in future please email your questions to legal@gallowaypatriot.com. The names of persons submitting questions, and the specific subject matter shall be kept strictly confidential. This article is meant to be general in nature for informational purposes only, and is not legal advice. Opinions are solely the writer’s. No representations or warranties are made with regard to the accuracy or content of this information. Always contact an attorney before taking any legal action.
What exactly is diabetes? Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic disorder. Metabolism describes chemical reactions that are involved in maintaining the basic functions of cells and organisms and includes breaking down fuel to supply energy. Glucose, proteins, and fat are the three main sources of fuel. Because of the importance of glucose, hormones carefully control its levels to provide a “steady supply.” Glucose cannot enter a cell without the hormone insulin. In other words, insulin serves as a “key” to allow entry. The pancreas, located on the left side of the body (under the stomach), is an organ that produces and releases insulin in response to a number of signals, such as eating. Diabetics have abnormally elevated blood glucose levels either because (1) the pancreas do not produce enough, or any, insulin or (2) the cells do not respond properly to insulin. Thus, diabetes is a condition of “starvation amongst plenty.” Although glucose is available in the blood, and at elevated levels, it cannot enter the cells where it is needed for energy. Are there different types of diabetes? Diabetes can have different causes and require different treatments. As a result, there are 3 main classifications: • Type 1 diabetes (a.k.a. insulin-dependent diabetes, juvenile diabetes, early-onset diabetes) occurs when the pancreas does not make insulin. The cause is unclear, but is believed to be the result of immune dysfunction. It is usually diagnosed during childhood or teenage years and comprises 10% of all cases of diabetes mellitus. Treatment involves multiple, daily insulin injections for the duration of a person’s life. • Type 2 diabetes (a.k.a. non-insulin dependent diabetes, adult-onset diabetes) occurs when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin OR cells do not properly respond to insulin. It is usually diagnosed during adulthood and comprises 90% of all cases of diabetes mellitus. • Gestational diabetes can affect some women during their pregnancy. Glucose is a critical fuel for the fetus to grow and develop. If levels drop, it can be dangerous and deadly to the baby. To prevent this, the pregnant woman’s body and placenta adapt by keeping blood sugars slightly elevated. However, some women have abnormally high levels, because their bodies do not make enough insulin.
I was told I am “prediabetic.” What does that mean? This term refers to people whose blood glucose levels are increased, but do not meet the established criteria for diabetes mellitus. Your doctor will advise you to change your diet, exercise, and lose weight to hopefully prevent developing Type 2 diabetes mellitus. In some cases, you may be eligible to receive a consultation with a dietician or nutritionist and should ask your doctor. If not, there are a number of resources on the American Diabetes Association website on how to eat healthy. Additionally, it is important to follow-up with your doctor to determine if you have developed diabetes. What are symptoms of diabetes? • Frequent urination (“polyuria”). Your kidneys will “get rid of” excess blood glucose via the urine. • Increased thirst (“polydipsia”). Polyuria will result in losing water that needs to be replaced. You will find yourself feeling thirsty and drinking more water than usual. • Feeling hungry (“polyphagia”). Even though there is an adequate supply of glucose in your blood, your cells are “starving” because glucose cannot enter them. Your cells send signals to your brain to want to eat more. • Weight gain. Polyphagia can result in adding pounds, which is a “catch 22” in diabetics. Blood sugar control can worsen with increased weight. • Feeling tired and irritable. Your cells are not getting enough energy and can make your body feel fatigued and tired. We all get grumpy when we are “hungry.” • Blurred vision. Hyperglycemia can cause the lens of the eye to swell and affect your ability to see clearly. • Neuropathy. This term describes numbness or tingling. Chronic hyperglycemia can damage the nerves and the blood vessels that feed them. • Difficulty with healing. Hyperglycemia can impair your body’s ability to heal appropriately. • Infections. Humans are not the only ones who utilize glucose for energy. Bacteria, yeast, and fungi also do. Hyperglycemia can help these pesky critters thrive and this is worsened by your body’s impaired ability to fight infections. • Erectile dysfunction. Although this can result from a number of different causes, if you are over the age of 50, it may indicate that you have diabetes. How is diabetes diagnosed? Prior to lab testing and special equipment, some cultures used “water tasters” that would drink urine to determine if it was sweet tasting. Today, the diagnosis is confirmed through blood testing. • Fasting plasma glucose (FPG) test. Blood is sampled and measured for the concentration of glucose. This test is usually performed in the morning and must be done BEFORE eating or drinking anything. Normal: less than 100 mg/dL; Prediabetes: 100-125 mg/dL; Diabetes: greater than 125 mg/dL • Oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT). Patients drink a special sugary mixture and their blood glucose levels are tested after 1 hour. All women in the US who receive appropriate prenatal care undergo this test between 24-28 weeks. • Hemoglobin A1C test. This blood test measures the level of hemoglobin glycosylation (binding of glucose). Hemoglobin is present in red blood cells. And because red blood cells survive in the body for approximately 3 months, these values provide a “video” of a patient’s glucose levels over that time period, not just a snapshot.