Ravine Drive Elementary School
April 2022
April Highlights
Dear Ravine Drive Families:
Spring has officially sprung and with it comes the celebration of new beginnings all around us! We are so happy to see the students smiling as we enter the final months of the school year and see the return of more traditional school celebrations this spring season! Be sure to check out the important events listed below. In addition, look for information that will be shared by your child's teacher regarding events that will be scheduled throughout the spring.
Important Events:
- Marking Period 3 ends on Thursday, April 7th.
- Spring Break begins Friday, April 15th and will run through the following week. The building will be closed during that time and will reopen on Monday, April 25th.
- The Parent Portal for Report Cards opens on Tuesday, April 26th.
- Early Dismissal (1:20 PM) for students will take place on Friday, April 29th.
As always, please reach out to the main office (732-705-5800) if you have any questions or concerns.
Sincerely,
Ms. Jessie Zitarosa
Principal
Dates to Remember
- Thu 04/07: End of 3rd Marking Period
- Fri 04/08: RDPTO - Pizza Bingo - @ RD Gymnasium- 6:00 PM
- Mon 04/11: BOE COW Meeting @ Lloyd Road Elementary School - 6:30 PM
- Fri 04/15 - Fri 04/22: Spring Break - School Closed
- Mon 04/25: BOE RAM Meeting @ Lloyd Road Elementary School - 6:30 PM
- Tue 04/26: 3rd Marking Period Report Card Opens on Parent Portal
- Fri 04/29: Early Dismissal @ 1:20 PM - Students Only
Kindergarten Registration - 2022-2023
Nurse Lorenzo's Tips for Good Health
April Health and Wellness Tips
April is Stress Awareness Month
1. Smile!: It might feel silly, but simply smiling can help improve your mood. Laughing is also a great way to beat stress and is clinically proven to be good for your health. Take some time for a laugh break – watch a funny show/movie or find a funny video online and enjoy the instant mood lift!
2. Healthy Sleep Routine: Make sure to turn off all electronics at least 30 minutes prior to going to bed and try to establish a calming nighttime ritual, such as reading. This ritual will signal your mind to relax and prepare for a restful night’s sleep.
3. "Take the Edge Off" Your Stress: Simple things, like listening to music, or spending time on a favorite hobby, can give you a much-needed break from the stressors in your life.
4. Talk It Out: Talking about stressful situations with a trusted adult can help kids put things in perspective and find solutions.
5. Get Outside: Spending time in nature is an effective way to relieve stress and improve overall well-being.
Ms. Feen's School Counseling Corner
Ms. Feen's Counseling Corner - April
Ms. Feen can be reached by emailing her at: kfeen@marsd.org or by calling the main office at 732-705-5800.
Chartwells Food Services
Below are links to the Breakfast and Lunch menus. This year, breakfast and lunch are offered to all students each day free of charge. Please contact your child's teacher if you have questions or concerns regarding your child receiving a breakfast or lunch.
For more information about Chartwells Food Services, you can reach out to Ms. Caroline Grant, Director of Dining Services at: 732-705-5320 or by email: Caroline.Grant@compass-usa.com
Information from Ravine Drive Elementary PTO
Fundraisers in April:
- Mon 04/04: Egg My Yard Fundraiser - Closes
- Mon 04/11: Ravine Drive Spirit Wear Sale - Closes
Upcoming Events in April:
- Fri 04/08: Pizza Bingo Night @ 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM - RD Gymnasium
- Sat 04/30: Spring Clothing Drive @ 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - RD Parking Lot
- Fri 05/06: Annual Mother's Day Plant Sale - more information to follow
- Sat 05/14: Spring Fest (Outdoors) - more information to follow
- Sat 06/04: Lakewood Blue Claws Event (Outdoors) - more information to follow
- Fri 06/10: Ice Cream Social (Outdoors) - more information to follow
Membership Information
RD Virtual Backpack
Teacher Tips for Families
Save These Special Days to Enjoy Learning Together This Month
Celebrate these special days with some fun activities:
- International Children’s Book Day (April 2). This day is designed to inspire a love of reading. Read a story from another country with your child.
- National Walking Day (April 6). Get out a map and help your child plan a new walking route to a familiar place. Walk there together. What new things do you notice?
- National Laundry Day (April 15). Look online together for pictures of early washing machines. Then teach your child how laundry is done today.
- World Creativity and Innovation Day (April 21). What would your child like to invent? Have your student draw a picture of the invention.
- Teach Children to Save Day (April 28). Encourage financial literacy. Talk with your child about the difference between needs and wants, and about the different ways people save (in piggy banks and bank accounts, by using coupons, etc.). Have your student decide on something to save for.
- National Honesty Day (April 30). Talk with your child about why it is important to be honest every day!
Below are additional highlights brought to you from The Parent Institute Newsletter:
(The Parent Institute - serves as a K-12 parent and family resource specialist for schools and districts nationwide.)