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Strangely this was the first time in my life that I have had another Julie around. I'm honored to have met you and to have had the chance to work with you. Thank you for all that you did to make SHR a better place while you were here.  I hope that retirement is everything you are dreaming it will be. Enjoy!
Julie Asplen

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We have shared so many great memories and lots of laughs through the years... birthday celebrations, bridal showers, Pink Ladies at Halloween, Library Read Alouds, in-service shenanigans, trips to the wineries, couples outings, and so much more! Words cannot convey how much I will miss you....but, I must leave you with these 3 words....Don't Leave Me!!!

Cheers to your next chapter in life!
~ Sue Cathcart xo

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Oh Julie,

So many things I’ll always remember,

You sat on the floor every September,

And opened your life to the kids.

Oh Julie,

You emailed the parents and wrote SGOs.

You stuck contact paper on all the windows,

And worked on the Bell Jar vids.

You listened to problems and offered advice.

You made us remember that people are nice.

Oh Julie,

You sat with the baffled at library tables.

You constantly sorted the the tech and the cables,

And stayed after class to debrief.

Oh Julie,

You faithfully graded ten-pagers and speeches,

But now, no more grading, your future’s on beaches --

Retirement -- what a relief!

Thank you, thank you, thank you!
--Heather

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Our wine adventures will continue!
Lori

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I am so happy for you...I know that you and David will have so much fun! I will try not to be upset that you are leaving me. It has been a joy to work with you, Julie. I will miss you terribly!! But, Doug and I will meet you in Vienna!!
xo Maureen

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World Tripper
Wine Sipper
Toast Maker
Grendel Slayer
Hand holder
Mind molder
Lesson lifter
Gift giver
Of mice & men
And witches & pearls
Accents galore
Laughter & more
Mother to sons
More than just 2
Lady Grey, everyday
Namaste
Sue L.

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Ahh...and here we are, at the moment we've been hinting at and joking about all year long.  The well-deserved, eagerly awaited, and desperately dreaded (on my part anyway) retirement of a truly spectacular educator and friend, Julie Setten-Hicks.  Know you have made an indelible mark on all of us.  May your retirement be a time of renewal and adventure.   Enjoy!
Deborah

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I have a lot of wonderful memories and will continue to share new ones with you.  There is book club, our ski trip to the poconos, tubing on the Delaware, many pre and post South celebrations and practicing a lot of yoga together.
You are going to love retirement!
Best wishes to you on your new journey.
Love you,
Dawn

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Julie,  I know I have been joking that you got to retire early, but now that it is here for real, it is sad to think how missed you will be at South.  You are such a sweet, positive friend, and such a good hearted teacher.  You will be missed dearly!  All my love!

Melanie

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Congratulations, Julie! I learned so much from you over the years. You are one of the kindest and most patient souls with the best sense of humor! Thank you for always being such a wonderful co-teacher! You are deserving of every happiness as you step into this new phase of life! I can’t wait to see all your adventures in retirement! Love, Juliane

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I will truly miss seeing your face and bantering with you in South's hallowed halls.  Enjoy retirement -  we know you will.  Remember the shad prints, and the mess!  And please, keep us posted on all your fabulous adventures!
You will be missed more than you know. All the best, my friend, all the best~ pam b.

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You will be missed dearly. Wishing you fun and joy in your retirement!!
<3 Emily

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Julie,
It feels like just yesterday when I was teaching right next door to you....your sense of humor and fun-loving personality I’m sure will be missed at SHR!  Wishing you all the best for a wonderful retirement!!!!!
With love,
Angela Dilorio Bird ❤
Former SHR MS Music Teacher

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A more positive person I have never met. South has been a better place for the students and adults because of you! All the best in whatever comes next, I have no doubt that you will crush it.
Bay

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Congratulations on your retirement, Julie!  I'm so glad that I was able to work with you for the past year or so.  You are so kind and funny and have been so helpful to me.  I will certainly miss seeing your face in the halls of South.  May the next chapter of your life be a rewarding adventure!  

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Congratulations on your retirement, Julie!  I'm so glad that I was able to work with you for the past year or so.  You are so kind and funny and have been so helpful to me.  I will certainly miss seeing your face in the halls of South.  May the next chapter of your life be a rewarding adventure!  

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~Rachel

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Julie,  Thank you for your dedication to our school and students over the years.  You will be missed and we are all happy...and jealous for you and of you!  Enjoy the next part of your journey.
Jason M

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I can't believe you are retiring and leaving the SHR community. I am going to miss checking in with you  to see how  the students are treating you or just to hear about your exciting vacations. You were definitely a great sidekick to have for the 3 years we were advisors. I wish you only the best on this new journey. Enjoy your retirement! I am truly going to miss seeing you everyday!! All the Best!!
-Leigh C

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Wishing you the best in retired life. You have made South a better place to work and learn. You will be dearly missed by all. -Jen MacKnight

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Congratulations! It was always nice to see your smile in the office.  I hope you enjoy all your new free time. Enjoy your travels and what's to come!
We'll miss you!
Stephanie Z

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Congratulations on you retirement! Thank you for all your help this school year. You have been a huge help with me getting acclimated to South. Best wishes on you next endeavor! You will be missed.

Sincerely,
Jessica M.

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Julie,
I have always believed that the best thing about being a teacher is the company we keep.  You are a true example of that. Have so enjoyed all the chats we've had over the years. Enjoy your next adventure, your family and making new memories!
All the Best!
Kim

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I am so grateful that I had a chance to be in class with you.  I really enjoyed our Structure Study group!!  Thanks for putting up with me :)
Wishing you all the best, and I hope you enjoy your retirement.
Don't forget about us at SHR!!

Peggy

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I wish I had a picture of our hats at 🤬's Last Resort, but hopefully the memories will suffice!  Thank you for being a most excellent chaperone roommate, friend, and amazing peer.  I am so happy for you, and best wishes for a fulfilling next chapter.  - Erika

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Hi. Congratulations on your retirement Julie. Thank you for your dedication and many years of great service. God luck and God bless you.
Mike Shaddow

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Wishing you the best as you move forward on your new path of life!  It has been a great pleasure working with you during your years at SHR and you will be missed more than you could ever know.  Thank you for all you have done for all of the students, especially our own!  May you find lots of time to do all of those things there was never time to do!
All the best!!!
Cindy and John Z.

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I am so happy for you as you begin your next act.  I hope you have lots of time to travel and have terrific adventures. While we will miss you at SHR we would love to hear about your journeys... over a glass of wine. All the best to you for good health and happiness.
Ruth M.

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I have attached what may be one of your first pictures at South (according to the Yearbook files, anyhow).

Bon voyage, and thank you for that HUGE sword! I'll think of you whenever my students use it to re-enact the opening battle in Macbeth. It's really the perfect symbol of how fun and supportive you've been over the years. Enjoy your retirement!
--Alex C.

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I wish you the best, Julie, as you journey onward to find new adventures. I will surely miss seeing you. Things will seem very different in our brick and mortar school without your smile and cheerful nature lighting the hallways. I am so happy for you!  You've well earned this!! Here's to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness!                               Slainte, Becky   

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I wish you the best, Julie, as you journey onward to find new adventures. I will surely miss seeing you. Things will seem very different in our brick and mortar school without your smile and cheerful nature lighting the hallways. I am so happy for you!  You've well earned this!! Here's to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness!                               Slainte, Becky   

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I will miss you:( You deserve the best in this next Chapter of your life. I hope you find happiness and love everywhere. I will definitely check in on you and your boys:) Happy Retirement my friend!!
Loretta T

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Happy Retirement! Wishing you the very best.  Enjoy your new adventures!
~Michelle C

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It's been a pleasure working with you and having you as an in-class support teacher.  You have been a positive influence on those you've taught and the SHR community.  All the best in retirement and you will be missed!
Dan V.

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You have made it! Your life is once again all yours! You deserve it after all the love and support you have given to others all these years. Enjoy your retirement doing all of the things that bring YOU happiness! We will miss you!!
Sharon K.

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Congrats and have lots of fun! Enjoy your retirement. Your smiling face will be missed! Behave yourself - Amy R

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That is how I picture you.  Whether talking about school kids or our own, good things, bad things and everything in between.  You always handled every situation with patience, grace and a smile.  I will miss our passings in the hall and our occasional pauses to laugh or rant. Looking forward to seeing you outside the green walls.  Enjoy your well deserved retirement!
Dawn S.

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Congratulations on your retirement. It's well deserved. I want to thank you for always being willing to help me out and take the time to sit down and discuss students or share assignments. You will be missed greatly!! I hope you really enjoy this next chapter of your life!
All the best!!
Mike V

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I have missed sharing a room with you over the past two years and I am definitely going to miss your presences in the halls of South Hunterdon. You will be greatly missed and I am completely jealous of your retirement. Congratulations!
Luchko

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I am so thrilled for you!!!  You have devoted yourself so fully to your students and to your fellow teachers, and I hope that now you enjoy a wonderful time of rest....and fun!  I bet you have lots of adventures planned.  May the years ahead be full of JOY!
Heather S.

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It was so wonderful to work with you this year.  You are so important to the South Community and have supported so many students in reaching their goals. You  will be missed.  Enjoy all your new adventures.
-Jen Grgurich

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I’m going to miss your smiling face at SHR and all of our “countdowns!” 😂 It was a pleasure watching you teach in my room and I’m just sorry I never got to teach with you. Thank you for always being a source of joy and for being a sounding board. Please come back and visit, but enjoy retirement...you deserve it!

❤️ Karen Dey

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Thank you for everything that you have done.  That one year with that class was quite an experience!  I am glad that I got to know you and I will miss seeing you in the halls and having chats about Boston and Maine!  I hope you find a nice ocean view with a book in one hand and a drink in the other!  I wish you safe travels and hope you will stay in touch!!
Toby

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I am so happy for you in your retirement! I am going to miss our conversations about life and travels. I hope you take time (after covid) to continue your adventures!
-Grace Jeong

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Best of luck with your retirement Julie! Happy we were able to work together, even for such a brief period of time. Enjoy your travels! 

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Best of luck with your retirement Julie! Happy we were able to work together, even for such a brief period of time. Enjoy your travels! 

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-Allison

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Congratulations on your retirement and best wishes as you travel the world on new adventures!
Amy Hart

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Congratulations, best of luck and enjoy retirement.
Kyle H

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Congratulations!
Today is your day.
You're off to Great Places
You're off and away!

Enjoy your new adventure.  May your years ahead be filled with Happiness and Joy!
Love, Margaret

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Congratulations, Julie!  How exciting! I’ll miss seeing your face at South, but I know that this will only be the beginning of new adventures for you. Wishing you the best in your retirement.
Love, Daphne Rodriguez

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Congratulations and best wishes Julie! Enjoy retired life. You'll be missed!
Vince

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Congratulations on your retirement!  I hope you enjoy your post-retirement plans. I know you will enjoy all the days of not worrying about if it is an A3 or an A4 after lunch, lol!

Best of luck,
BJ

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Thank you for all you have offered our whole school community over the years... you will be missed!
Fondly, Geoff

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Thank you for all you've done for our students and whole school community. I wish you every happiness and many fun adventures in your new life!
Best, Cheryl Blankman

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I always had such a wonderful time in the classes we had together. I will always appreciate all of the travel advice - some of my favorite places out West I never would have known about without your suggestions!
Enjoy your retirement and future travels!
Joe

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May you keep peace in your soul as you move on to this next chapter of your life! You will be missed and always loved! 

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May you keep peace in your soul as you move on to this next chapter of your life! You will be missed and always loved! 

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All the best- Bernadette

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We love you, Julie! You will be sadly and sorely missed, but we are so happy for the new adventures in retirement that you will be having. Enjoy, be safe, and don't forget to come back to visit!
- Joanne Fenimore

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Best of luck and enjoy!
-Gabe

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Christine

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Congratulations and Happy Retirement, Julie!

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Cheers to you and all you do! So many post-it notes, 10 pagers and Membeam vocab with a pandemic to top off your career. You will be missed! Enjoy your new adventures! Hope to see you at the theatre! Stay safe and well. Hugs, Jess

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Congratulations on your retirement! I will never forget how welcoming you were to me when I joined South Hunterdon. We became fast friends and I will remember fondly our time planning and teaching together. You are an inspirational teacher to your students and that inspiration will live on even after you retire. Best wishes to you in your retirement. Enjoy!
~ Michelle Pirog
Former SHR Spec'l Ed Teacher

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You made it! Enjoy the time and the new ventures life has to offer.
Craig

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To my first ever co-teacher (really!)—
It has been beyond wonderful to have you as a colleague here at South. You are an amazing teacher and an even better person. I hope to be able to bask in your humor and kindness for years to come, even if it’s not in the halls of school!
💞Erin Stockhaus

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Julie,
Thank you so much for such a fun year! It was definitely one to remember. I have learned so much from you and I am forever grateful. Thank you! Math 7 and I will miss you!!
-Holly Smith❤

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Wishing you lots of new adventures! It was nice meeting you. Have a lot of fun and enjoy life!
Sincerely,
Esperanza