February 2024

February Newsletter

Upcoming Events

Academic

Marine

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Asbury St. Patrick’s Parade: March 10

NJGPA Testing for juniors: March 12-13

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Spanish

Field Trip: March 13

Drill Meet: March 16

Jersey Shore Science Fair: March 16

Art Auction: March 19

Highlands St. Patrick’s Parade: March 10

Key Club DECON: March 22-24

Change Of Command B-schedule: March 28

Spring Break: March 29-April 5

Valentine's Day!!!

Valentine'sDayoriginatedfromaChristian martyr,St.Valentine,whowasbeheadedfor officiatingweddingsofsoldiersthatwereprohibited tomarry.NowadaystheholidayValentine'sDayisa daydedicatedtoexpressingloveandaffection towardspartners,friends,andfamilymembers. Manyenjoygoingoutforromanticdinners, exchanginggifts,orplanningspecialoutingsinorder tocreatelastingmemorieswiththeirpartners.

Poems

The Trail- Isabella Haddad

I am on my way.

I wonder if there is anything acting as an obstacle.

I hear nothing but the worries of the people of what is to come.

I see only the path in front of me, nonetheless what I have passed.

I want to know the creature's name. I am the trail.

I pretend that I am fearless with every step I take.

I hear something beyond the corner, waiting to surprise me.

I touch the cold, yet round tree, pulling with such little force.

I worry if I pull too hard something might fall before my very eyes.

I cry when I ponder over the fact that nothing lasts forever.

I understand that sometimes even though you must let go physically, you can't let go mentally.

I say to myself to walk forward, keeping a pencil and paper at hand.

I dream of hope and faith that will bring an end to this test of logical thinking.

I hope that time will be on my side at this point.

I try to overcome this feeling of hopelessness. I am done.

HOT or NOT

Valentine's Day is a day of love and gift giving to our loved ones. So, here’s my opinion on what was a good gift and what was not for this season of love. Welcome to hot or not!

HOT NOT

♡ Chamoy Pickle Kit

♡ Unlimited Scroll Break Pass

♡ Roses

♡ Metallic Bottle Weapons

♡ Crocs

♡ Cat Ears

Fundraisers

Thismonthwehadtwofundraisers!

TheHabitBurger fundraiserwas plannedouttoraise moneyforthesenior class.Itoccuredon February7thin Eatontown.

ThePaneraBread fundraiserwas plannedouttoraise moneyforthejunior class.Itoccurredon February17thin Shrewsbury.

Freshman Beach Sweep

The freshman beach sweep was organized by Nia Suresh and Sarah Dolan along with the Freshman teachers. The beach sweep was held on the 9th of February, 2024. It consisted of meeting after school and walking down to Horseshoe Cove to collect trash found on the beach. They then went back to enjoy pizza and refreshments on campus.

Blue and Gold Officer Presentation

On February 20, MAST's Blue and Gold Officer, Peter Engleman, a 1975 Naval Academy graduate, came to give an overview of the Naval Academy. He now plays an important role in the admissions process, conducting interviews and reviewing applicants.

SPANISH CLUB TRIP

Gallery Walk Art-Workshop Where and When

On Friday, February 2, 2024 and Monday, February 5, 2024, students in Spanish club had the opportunity to go to the Monmouth Museum in Lincroft, NJ.

Then the students participated in an Art workshop on Frida Kahlo and Pablo Picasso followed by a hands-on art experience where they got to paint portraits of Frida Kahlo.

Lastly, the students were able to take a walk around the museum’s Main Gallery and explored various pieces of art from many artists, including Latin American Artists.

Frida Kahlo Portrait drawn by MAST Freshman, Stephanie Melczer.

students were able to wander the

On January 30th, 2024, students in the Marine & Environmental Science Club went to the Raritan Valley Planetarium for a field trip. They participated in many educational activities such as a scavenger hunt based around outer space.They then observed an interesting planetarium show when they learned about the stars surrounding us.