The Herald
Hoboken Public School District
Superintendent's Daily Message May 15, 2020
I hope that you enjoyed the warm weather today and were able to get outside for a walk. Be sure to take time each day to care for yourself.
This edition of The Herald includes daily videos from our Principals, wellness and theater videos, storytime videos, and videos from our recent virtual talent show. It also includes a fun video made by the Brandt Elementary School staff, information about our schools' PLTW distinctions, the Move the World Blog featuring Connors Elementary School, Hoboken Middle School's virtual book clubs, and an invitation to participate in the district's Diversity Day.
Yesterday, I mentioned that we are planning for summer program in multiple ways. We had to make a very difficult decision today. We will need to cancel this summer's LEAP program. We have decided to announce our decision as early as possible so that we can begin the refund process. If anyone has any questions, please reach out to me.
I tweeted out this message today, but if you haven't seen it, ShopRite will donate $1 to regional food banks for every thank you message posted to Instagram or Twitter with the hashtag #EssentialThanks. Many of our district parents work at ShopRite. Let's show them our thanks by joining in this effort to help stock regional food banks and help all those in need.
I would like to remind you that there will be no remote learning on Monday, May 25, 2020. Our school offices and virtual classrooms will be closed in commemoration of Memorial Day.
I will continue to check in with all of you daily to be sure that everyone is okay. I hope that you will also check in with me. If you would like to send me photos or videos of your children being creative or silly, or even showing off a talent, please do so. I will include them in future editions of The Herald.
Stay well. I assure you that I will keep you updated every step of the way. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at your convenience.
Sincerely,
Superintendent Johnson
Daily Messages From Our School Principals and Supervisor of Early Childhood Education
Great Job Gabby D'Antonio, Senior at Hoboken High School!
Gabriella D’Antonio volunteered her time at City Hall to volunteer for CERT to assemble masks that were donated to HUMC. Gabby is not only active in so many activities at Hoboken High School, but also in her community!
A Hashtag (#) Movement to Thank The Workers At ShopRite & Stock Regional Food Banks
ShopRite will donate $1 to regional food banks for every thank you message posted to Instagram or Twitter with the hashtag #EssentialThanks. Many of our district parents work at ShopRite. Let's show them our thanks by joining in this effort to help stock regional food banks and help all those in need.
Weekly Messages From Our School Guidance Counselors
May 21st is Diversity Day in the Hoboken Public School District
In 2001, UNESCO adopted the Universal Declaration on Cultural Diversity and in December 2002, the United Nations General Assembly declared May 21 to be the World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development. Hoboken Schools recognizes the importance of celebrating diversity and have listed ways below that we can all participate in World Day for Cultural Diversity.
You may participate in as many activities that you would like. Please send a separate email with a photo to Dr. Pollins (Tpollins@hoboken.k12.nj.us) of your participation. Put the name of the activity in the subject line for each email and please remember to list the name of the student in the body of the email. Send all submissions on May 18th by 9:00 am.
Exploration of Different Cultural Foods
As a family, research food from another culture. Explore commonalities and differences in the preparation and presentation of foods between your culture and one you chose to research. Send a picture of the process of making the food and/or a picture of the finished dish to Dr. Pollins at Tpollins@hoboken.k12.nj.us. All submissions will be compiled to share.
Different Language Alphabets
To compare different written languages, do a google search of the alphabet in another language. Use the alphabet to write your name (For example, Braille, Arabic, Spanish or Japanese kanji). Share a photo of your name in English and the language of your choice by emailing Dr. Pollins at Tpollins@hoboken.k12.nj.us. All submissions will be compiled to share.
Words of Respect
Research words and terms from various cultures that are commonly used to show respect. Be sure to add pronunciation tips so we can all practice saying the word. We will post a place to comment with your word on Twitter. Here are some suggestions:
Hello:
hola [OH-la] (Spanish)
marhaba [MAR-hah-bah] (Arabic)
ni-hao [NEE- how] (Mandarin Chinese)
Thank you:
domo arigato [doh-mo a-REE-ga-toe](Japanese)
salamat po [sa-LA-mat-po] (Tagalog)
motshakeram [MOAT-sheh- KER-am] (Farsi)
Appreciate Diversity Logo Contest
Create a logo that represents the diversity of Hoboken. All students who submit a drawing will be entered into a raffle to win a gift card. 5 winners will be randomly selected. Please submit all entries to Dr. Pollins at Tpollins@hoboken.k12.nj.us. All submissions will be compiled to share.
Highlighting Our Talent Show Stars One Day At A Time
SEL at Home: T.G. Connors Elementary School Gets Creative. Check Out the Blog Below!
5th Grade Connection to the Middle School Virtual Book Club - Maximum Ride, by James Patterson
5th GRADE BOOK CLUB
OPTIONAL
To all 5th Graders,
As we continue to do remote learning for the remainder of the year, we invite you to join our bridge to HMS Virtual Book club, and get to know some of the middle school teachers. We will be reading the novel
The link to the PDF and the audio are attached, as well as the first OPTIONAL assignment, and introduction to the novel.
Ms. Painter & Ms. Falcone as well as some of our other ELA teachers are looking forward to meeting you. If you are interested in being a part of the club, we will meet on Mondays at 2:30 for a discussion.
See the Zoom link below.
Here is the schedule for the meetings.
Monday May 18th
Monday June 1st
Monday June 8th
Samantha Painter is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: 5th Grade Book Club
Time: May 18, 2020 02:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Every week on Mon, until Jun 8, 2020, 3 occurrence(s)
May 18, 2020 02:30 PM
Jun 1, 2020 02:30 PM
Jun 8, 2020 02:30 PM
Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 953 4395 9094
Password: bookclub5
6th Grade Virtual Book Club - Hatchet by Gary Paulsen
6th GRADE OPTIONAL VIRTUAL BOOK CLUB
To all 6th Graders,
As we continue to do remote learning for the remainder of the year, we invite you to join our book club. We will be reading the novel Hatchet by Gary Paulsen.
The link to the PDF and the audio are attached, as well as the first OPTIONAL assignment, and introduction to the novel.
If you are interested in being a part of the club, we will meet on Fridays at 12:00 for a lunchtime discussion.
Here is the schedule for the meetings.
Friday May 8th
Friday May 15th
Topic: Making Predictions (Ch 1-5)
Friday May 22nd
Friday May 29th
Samantha Painter is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: 6th Grade Book Club
Time: May 8, 2020 12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Every week on Fri, until May 29, 2020, 4 occurrence(s)
May 8, 2020 12:00 PM
May 15, 2020 12:00 PM
May 22, 2020 12:00 PM
May 29, 2020 12:00 PM
Please download and import the following iCalendar (.ics) files to your calendar system.
Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 922 8552 3268
Password: bookclub6
7th Grade Virtual Book Club - The Old Man and the Sea, by Ernest Hemingway
7th GRADE OPTIONAL VIRTUAL BOOK CLUB
To all 7th Graders,
As we continue to do remote learning for the remainder of the year, we invite you to join our book club. We will be reading The Old Man and the Sea, by Ernest Hemingway.
The link to the PDF and the audio are attached, as well as the first OPTIONAL assignment, and introduction to Ernest Heminway (reading attached).
If you are interested in being a part of the club, we will meet on Fridays at 12:00 for a lunchtime discussion.
Here is the schedule for the meetings.
Friday May 8th
Topic: Ernest Hemingway biography and Cuba
Friday May 15th
Topic: The Way Life as presented in the novel.
Friday May 22nd
Topic: Characterization: Santiago: an unlikely hero
Friday May 29th
Topic: Themes
The Old Man and the Sea: An introduction to Hemingway
Emerald Rozmester is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: Grade 7 Book Club
Time: May 8, 2020 12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Every week on Fri, until Jun 5, 2020, 5 occurrence(s)
May 8, 2020 12:00 PM
May 15, 2020 12:00 PM
May 22, 2020 12:00 PM
May 29, 2020 12:00 PM
Jun 5, 2020 12:00 PM
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/71452851824
Meeting ID: 714 5285 1824
Password: bookclub7
8th Grade Virtual Book Club - Of Mice and Men, by John Steinbeck
8th GRADE BOOK CLUB
OPTIONAL
To all 8th Graders,
As we continue to do remote learning for the remainder of the year, we invite you to join our book club. We will be reading Of Mice and Men, by John Steinbeck.
The link to the PDF and the audio are attached, as well as an introduction to John Steinbeck and the migrant worker experience.
If you are interested in being a part of the club, we will meet on Fridays at 12:00 for a lunchtime discussion.
Here is the schedule for the meetings.
Friday May 8th
Topic: Introduction to author and migrant workers
Friday May 15th
Topic: Character Study
Friday May 22nd
Topic: Theme
Friday May 29th
Topic: Symbolism & Final Thoughts
Resources for Book Club:
Migrant Workers in the 1930’s
Daily Theater Activities by Ms. Miller
Hoboken Police Department Officers And Detectives Read To Our Students
Hoboken Public School District's Counseling Department Website for Social Emotional Learning Resources. See Below:
2020-2021 Approved School District Calendar
You've Asked and We've Responded
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Below, you will find each school's directory:
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The Hoboken Public School District will be recognized as a premier educational choice and widely known as a best-practice model for academic growth, high quality instruction, innovative and equitable programs, engagement, facilities and personalized pathways that are essential for college, career and life-preparedness in our ever-changing, interconnected global society.
Our Mission
The Hoboken Public School District will prepare confident and resilient graduates who value academic achievement, embrace challenge, honor diversity, appreciate collaboration, and respectfully contribute to their local and wider communities.
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