Stillwater Township School

January 6, 2012

 

Mixed Media Self Portrait Design – 1st Grade

 

 

 

ATTENDANCE LINE PHONE NUMBER

973-383-3227

 

 

IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER

1/9 (Mon.) – Board of Ed Meeting @ 7pm

1/16 (Mon.) – School Closed – Martin Luther King Day

1/23 (Mon.) – Board of Ed. Meeting @ 7pm

1/26 (Thu.) – 2nd Marking Period Ends

 

 

ONLINE CALENDAR AND EVENTS SCHEDULER: Please continue to visit our website www.stillwaterschool.net and click on the link to view the school calendar for the week, and also sign-up for reminders to any events that are taking place in the school. If you have any questions or problems subscribing to the notifier, please contact Assistant Principal, Mr. Bell at 973-383-6171 ext. 224 or at christopher.bell@stillwaterschool.net.

 

MORNING KEEP NOW AVAILABLE!: KEEP is now offering morning childcare at Stillwater School. Contact 383-2213 for more info.

 

Substitute Custodian Needed:  Stillwater School is in need of substitute custodians. If you are interested, please call the school at 973-383-6171.

 

LOST & FOUND: It is a good idea to label your children’s belongings (lunchbox, backpack, sweatshirts, etc.) The lost and found bin is already filling up quickly!

 

After School Learning Center Dates

JANUARY:   5  •  10, 12  •  17, 19  •  24, 26  •  31

FEBRUARY:   2  •  7, 9  •  14, 16  •  28

MARCH:   1  •  6, 8  •  13, 15  •  27, 29

 

Crazy Sock Spirit Day!: The 4th grade will be holding their next school wide Spirit Day next Wednesday, January 11! This Spirit Day’s theme will be crazy socks. The 4th graders will then be using your results to make pictographs! Remember, the class with the most participants gets the “School Spirit” ribbon hung outside their door for the month. Help your class, and the 4th grade, and don’t forget your Crazy Socks on Wednesday!

 

Applied Technology: The second and third graders used different functions in map websites this week. The students were able to go from maps to a satellite view and then recognized many different landforms. Along with seeing many different buildings, the students recognized their school and some were able to find their homes. If you have never seen a satellite view of an area of land, take a look at these websites. (Please Note: Other links, ads and websites can bring you anywhere online. Please take time to assist your children when using the internet.)  http://www.mapquest.com    http://maps.google.com

http://maps.yahoo.com

 

Solar Sprints: Those six graders interested in applying for the Solar Sprints club should turn in their application at the beginning of next week. If you need a form see Miss Conry or Mr. Iradi. Beginning in two weeks, the club will meet every Thursday through May. This is a great opportunity to learn more about solar energy, mechanical engineering and design.

 

pre-school news: HAPPY WINTER! The preschoolers came back to school with smiles on their faces, along with exciting stories about their holiday adventures that they enjoyed sharing with their friends. The children are happy to be back at school learning about the winter season, new songs and dances, and reading great stories. Our class bear, Buddy Bear, is ready for his long winter nap. The children will learn about animals that hibernate along with saying good night to our cuddly friend.  See you in the spring Buddy Bear!

 

Library Update: We’re ringing in the New Year with some great books! Third, fourth, fifth and sixth grade classes are beginning to read chapter books that are sure to keep us turning pages to find out what is next. To find out more about the books, go to Miss Scheider’s page on the Stillwater website. Preschool, first and second grade classes are reading many winter books, taking the time to relate to characters and develop comprehension through discussion as we go. Kindergarten students have the special pleasure of reading books by one of our favorite authors, Mo Willems. We’ll be warming up with great books all January long!

 

District Chorus rehearsals are beginning for the 5th or 6th graders who participated in the Winter concert and want to participate in District Chorus. All of the students who are participating in District Chorus will meet on Monday during recess to learn the same music that the sending districts are learning. In March, we will attend two rehearsals to combine all of the students from the schools that will be participating. Next week I will send home specific details about the dates and what the students should wear -- if you have not received it by next Friday, please ask your child or e-mail me at school and I will send it to you via e-mail.  ~  Mrs. Hatch ~

 

4th Grade News: “LET IT SNOW, LET IT SNOW, LET IT SNOW!” That’s what the fourth grade students are saying! The classrooms are decorated with snowflakes and snowmen in hopes that the cold winter winds will soon bring us our wish for a blanket of fresh snow throughout Stillwater!

Animal Literature Units - While we wait for the cold winter winds and snow to approach, readers will snuggle into some terrific fiction titles in 4th grade. Students will be reading one of the following selections while taking part in their own "Book Club" talks, sharing writing and completing literature follow-up activities:  Bunnicula, Owls in the Family, Poppy, and Stuart Little.

 

Kindergarten Registration

January 23–27, 2012 - If your child will be 5-years old on or before 10/1/12, you may register him/her for kindergarten for the 2012-13 school year. Registration packets will be available after January 3, 2012. You may call Ms. Sue Sager (383-6171) to either have a registration packet mailed to you, or you may pick one up at the school (after January 3). Complete instructions and important dates are included in the packet. Packets need to be returned during the week of 1/23/12, between the hours of 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Your child does not need to be present with you at registration. Pre-Screening dates will be 3/27, 3/28, and 3/29. Orientation will be 6/6/12.

Required for registration:

·         Birth Certificate (official - with raised seal)

 

·         Immunization History (including Hepatitis B series & Varicella vaccine)

 

·         Current Physical Form from your physician (returned by April ’12)

 

·         Proof of Residency (2) – (Please call Ms. Sager with any questions on this).  Suggested items:

Ø       Copy of license with Stillwater address

Ø       Copy of deed/mortgage or lease agreement

Ø       Stillwater residence tax bill

Ø       Utility bill for Stillwater residence

Ø       Other (Contact Ms. Sager)

 

The Following Are Not School Sponsored Events

 

SPORTS

KITTATINNY TRAVEL SOFTBALL will hold tryouts for the 2012 Spring Season on Sunday, January 8, and Sunday, January 15, 3pm-5pm at Sports Galaxy, 101 Bilby Road #4, Hackettstown, NJ 07840. For the 12U level, girls must be 12 years old or younger on January 1, 2012. For the 14U level, girls must be 14 years old or younger on January 1, 2012. To pre-register for tryouts or for additional information, please email kittatinny_travel_softball@yahoo.com

 

Stillwater Basketball is accepting registrations for all Kdg. – 2nd graders. Any questions please call Robert Nodarse at 973-383-6494 or email rnodarse@yahoo.com. Also, looking for something to do Fridays nights or Saturday mornings, come watch 3rd – 8th grade Stillwater Basketball starting Friday, Jan 6th at 6pm and Sat, Jan 7th at 9am at Stillwater School. Good Luck to all Stillwater Basketball teams!  Volunteer coaches are needed to run the program. Please call Rob Nodarse if you are interested.

 

FROZEN FEET FIRST GRADERS RUNNING: A new winter running program for girls and boys in first grade. Practices will be held on Thursdays from 4:15pm to 5pm at Swartswood State Park. Yes, it will be cold, so come bundled and it’s fine to run in your snow boots and suits! Goal of the program is to get our kids some good old fashioned outdoor running fun during the winter months. All abilities are welcome and the children will be grouped according to their ability. Starts December 15 and runs until February 23 (no practice over Christmas break). Cost is $15. Call 973-271-6624 or e-mail LaurieGordonRun@aol.com to reserve a spot for your child or with any questions.

 

BASKETBALL COACHES NEEDED: The Kittatinny Travel Basketball Program is looking for coaches on the 5th grade and 8th grade levels. If you are interested, please call 973-600-8626.

 

FUNDRAISERS

Support the 6th Grade Class: We are holding a “31” fundraiser, offering a great deal on 2 thermal tote styles that can also be personalized. These bags are great for school, sports and outings! Look for the flyer getting sent home today. The sale will run from 1/6 -1/20. Totes will be in by 2/1/12. You can also see them online and purchase direct at www.mythirtyone.com/jacquigely

 

MARKET DAY: January Market Day forms have been sent home. New items this month: 9 Grain Orzo & Spinach Blend, Lemon Pepper ChicNSteakes, and GoGo SqueeZ Applesauce. All customers will receive a FREE Eat Well Guide with any purchase in January. Also, if you are a Frequent Buyer, please remember to place your order of $40 or more (pre-tax) in January to receive your FREE Insulated Bag when you pick up your order. THANK YOU for continuing to support Harmony Hill UMC by purchasing Market Day! Questions, contact Cheryl Castner, 973-579-3182 or ccastner@embarqmail.com.

 

 

 

Stillwater PTA

PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT NO STUDENT WILL BE BARRED FROM ANY PTA EVENT BASED ON THEIR PARENTS’ PTA MEMBERSHIP STATUS. ALL PTA EVENTS ARE OPEN TO EVERY STUDENT.

NO CHILD WILL BE TURNED AWAY FROM TAKING PART IN ANY PTA EVENT.

 

·         ROLLER SKATING: Mark your calendars! Friday, January 13 is the night to come out for an evening of roller skating! Come to the school gym from 6:30 to 8 pm, bring your skates and helmets (or borrow a pair from the many choices we have), and enjoy some time with your friends and family. FOR THE SAFETY OF ALL, THIS IS NOT A DROP-OFF EVENT. WE ASK THAT ALL PARENTS/GUARDIANS REMAIN IN THE GYM WITH THEIR CHILD.

·         BOOK IT!: This is your last chance to send in your December Book It forms in order to qualify for the special prize! Please send them in by Monday, January 9, 2012 in order to be in the drawing. The winner will be announced January 13 in this portion of the newsletter. Questions, contact Cheryl Castner, 973-579-3182 or ccastner@embarqmail.com.

·         CLIP/SEND/CLIP/SEND: The PTA has three ongoing fundraisers. Please continue to send in your Campbell’s Soup Labels, BoxTops, and Capri Sun drink pouches. It might not seem like it amounts to much, but by simply clipping BoxTops and sending them in, YOU have earned over $1100.00 so far this school year! (when you send in your BoxTops, please mark the envelope/ziplock with your child’s homeroom teacher’s name, so that they can be added to the classroom’s total count in the ongoing BoxTops contest)

·         PTA SUGGESTION BOX: If you can not make it to our meetings, but have a suggestion or concern, please put it in our suggestion box! The box is located on the wall immediately inside the main entrance of the school. If you would like to be contacted, please put your contact information on your submission.  Please keep in mind, though, you may remain anonymous if you wish.

·         STILLWATER SCHOOL COOKBOOKS: Stillwater School PTA Cookbooks are on sale now! They are currently on sale for $10.00 each. Simply send your request and payment to school with “PTA Cookbook” written on the envelope, and your cookbook will be on it’s way to you. Questions, contact Robin Waldo at 973-300-4002.

·         MEMBERSHIP DRIVE: The PTA Membership Drive is an ongoing event all school year long. If you wish to join the PTA, please return your envelope, with dues, to school. If you have misplaced yours and would like another one, contact Wendy Kimble at 973-940-1211 or wak1016@ptd.net. Thank you, and please consider becoming a member today!

·         NEXT MEETING: Our next PTA meeting is Wednesday, February 1, at 7 pm.

·         BOX TOPS: Thanks to all of you for clipping and sending in those boxtops all year!    We received our first check of the year, and the total was $1,214.88. Remember, keep sending your boxtops to school, labeled with the homeroom teacher’s name. The competition is getting close for the leading homerooms, so keep clipping!   Watch for future updates which will include the top 3 homerooms and submission deadlines!

 

THE STILLWATER PTA WOULD LIKE TO WISH EVERYONE A HAPPY NEW YEAR!