Stillwater Township School

December 9, 2011

 

 

 

 

ATTENDANCE LINE PHONE NUMBER

973-383-3227

 

IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER

12/12 (Mon.) – Holiday Concert (snow date 12/21)

12/13 (Tue.) – Senior Citizen Holiday Luncheon

12/16 (Fri.) – Progress Reports mailed home

12/19 (Mon.) – Board of Ed. Meeting @ 7pm

12/23 (Fri.) – 12:40pm Dismissal

12/26 – 12/30 – School Closed for Holiday Recess

1/3 (Tue.) – School Resumes

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

 

 

NEW ONLINE CALENDAR AND EVENTS SCHEDULER! We are excited to announce the launch of our new calendar and events schedule*r. Go to 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 x 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

DECEMBER:  No ASLC

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

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

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

 

 

MUSIC at Stillwater School

On Monday, December 12 the 2nd & 4th graders as well as the intermediate band, the 5th & 6th grade chorus, and the handbell ensemble will be performing in our Holiday Concert. The concert begins at 7:00 p.m., and all families and friends are invited to come hear the Stillwater students in their first performance of the year. The children have been working hard and are excited to participate in this concert. Hope to see all of you there.

 

On Tuesday, December 13 the intermediate band, 5th & 6th grade chorus and handbell ensemble will open the Senior Citizen Luncheon with a performance of the music they presented at the evening concert. Later in the luncheon, the kindergarten classes and the 1st graders will provide musical entertainment. What an exciting time of the year!  

 

Holiday Hat Spirit Day!

The 4th grade will be holding their next school wide Spirit Day next Tuesday, December 13! This Spirit Day’s theme will be Holiday Hats. 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 Holiday Hats on Tuesday!  ~ Mrs. Bickhardt and Miss Freeborn ~

 

Pre-school news

The preschool children are bursting at the seams with excitement over the upcoming holiday season. Stories and songs about Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanza are enriching the season and adding to the joy this time of year has to offer. A great lesson learned is that giving of yourself this season is important as the children create holiday gifts and cards for their families. The preschool wishes all of our Stillwater friends and families a happy and healthy holiday season!

 

Staff Jeans Day

The staff at Stillwater School wore jeans last Friday for a good cause. They donated money to the Philanthropic Fund. The Stillwater Education Association present five scholarships each year. Three are presented to 6th grade students at their recognition ceremony in honor of former Stillwater faculty members: Betty Mara, Dot Kindmark and Doris Cummins. The additional two scholarships are presented to two seniors at Kittatinny Regional High School who attended Stillwater School as elementary school students.

 

Senior Citizen holiday Luncheon

The Senior Citizen Luncheon on Tuesday, December 13. The snow date is Wednesday, December 14. Guests who have made reservations can begin arriving at the school at 11a.m. The event will begin at 11:30am., and should conclude around 1pm.

 

Holiday Tree at Stillwater School

A yearly tradition at Stillwater School is to help those in need in our community. A tree decorated with hand made ornaments is on display in the CST office. Stillwater School staff, as well as community members provide beautifully wrapped gifts for families in need. It is a wonderful display of community and school generosity, and brings smiles to our students here at Stillwater School.

 

 

The Following Are Not School Sponsored Events

 

 

COMMUNITY EVENTS

Senior Seminar Healthy Living: Are you 60 or older and looking for an opportunity to learn how to stay healthy and meet new people? Join us on Friday, December 16 at the Stillwater Fire Dept. from 9:30AM-12:30PM. Topics will include: Safe Medication Use; Alcohol Use and the Older Adult; Strategies for Healthy Living; FREE CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST & CATERED LUNCH! Seating is Limited! To Reserve your spot call Janet Martin at 973-383-4121 (Sponsored by the Southwestern Municipal Alliance, A presentation by Center for Prevention & Counseling)

 

STILLWATER TWP HOLIDAY HOUSE OUTDOOR DECORATING CONTEST: Entry forms will be available in town hall after 11/21. Judging will occur the weekend of December 17-18.

 

Baby Sitter Training: What you need to know and what every parent wants in a safe and responsible babysitter can be learned through the American Red Cross Babysitter’s Training course. The fee for this course is $85. The program is designed for 11 to 15 year olds. Class will be on Thursday, December 29 (on holiday break) from 9am to 3:30pm. Registration is required and can be done by calling 1-800-REDCROSS or online at www.redcross.org. Use offering number #01081607.

 

SPORTS

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

MARKET DAY: Thank you to everyone who ordered this month!  You may pick up your order next Tuesday, December 13th from 3 to 4 pm. Thank You and have a very Merry Christmas! Questions, contact Cheryl Castner, 973-579-3182.

 

 

 

ATTENTION ALL 6th GRADE PARENTS: Want to help with the 6th Grade Recognition Party? Our next meeting is December 14, at 6pm in the Tech Room (A112). We would love for you to share your ideas. Hope to see you there, from Darlene & Suzie. P.S. Email Darlene at darlenekepnes@yahoo.com if you are not receiving the email updates. (Please note, the original meeting time of 7pm has been changed to 6pm.)

 

 

 

Stillwater PTA

IMPORTANT MESSAGE: 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.

 

·                  THANK YOU: A huge Thank You goes out to Cheryl Williver for planning, organizing, and running the Crafter/Vendor Fair this year! Cheryl’s dedication to this event is what made it possible for the crafters and vendors to offer everyone some wonderful gift choices for this holiday season. She did a wonderful job pulling this event together! A thank you also goes out to anyone who pitched in to give Cheryl a hand. Thank You to all of the Crafters/Vendors who brought their talents to the Fair.  We hope everyone enjoyed the evening and also enjoys their purchases.  THANK YOU CHERYL!!!

·                  FAMILY FUN NIGHT/MOVIE NIGHT: TONIGHT IS MOVIE NIGHT!!! The evening begins at 7 pm in the All Purpose Room, where the children will have an awesome time dancing to the Wii on the large movie screen.  The movie will begin following a fun dance session.  We will be watching A Christmas Carol...a wonderful movie that is not just about the holiday season, but also teaches us how our past, present, and future actions can either have us living a sad and lonely life, or a wonderful and happy life, it’s all up to us!  Such a wonderful message to teach our children.  Popcorn and bottled water will be available. Bring your chairs, blankets, pillows, etc...and enjoy the movie!  FOR THE SAFETY OF ALL, THIS IS NOT A DROP-OFF EVENT.  WE ASK THAT ALL PARENTS OR ADULT GUARDIANS PLEASE REMAIN WITH THE CHILDREN SO THAT THEY, AND EVERYONE ELSE IN ATTENDANCE, MAY ENJOY THE EVENING. We hope to see you tonight!!

·                  BOOK IT!: Reading logs have begun coming in...keep up the great work with your reading everyone!  Remember...the student who reads the most books between October and December will receive a prize for their accomplishment.  Questions, contact Cheryl Castner, 973-579-3182 or ccastner@embarqmail.com.

·                  STILLWATER SCHOOL COOKBOOKS: Does someone on your gift-giving list love to cook? We have the perfect gift for you to give them!  Purchase a Stillwater School Cookbook today! 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 its 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!

·                  BOXTOPS UPDATE!: The homeroom contest is really close, and some new classes have moved into the top 3 slots. Keep clipping and bringing in those boxtops! Remember, each one is worth 10 cents for our school. Each bundle of 50 earns $5 for our PTA! The contest lasts all year! The top 3 Homerooms are: 4th grade – Mrs. Bickhardt; 6th grade – Ms. Conry and 3rd grade – Ms. Mosner. *Don’t forget to go to boxtops4education.com and sign up as a member for our school. When you shop online throughout their site, we also collect bonus boxtops!