Woodland Park School District News
Sept. 15, 2023
Welcome to the Woodland Park School District e-Newsletter which is sent out weekly when school is in session. It serves as a glimpse of some of the wonderful things going on in our schools, as well as a point of reference for upcoming events.
Your Partner in Education,
Michele R. Pillari, Ed.D., Superintendent of Schools
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A Sweet Social
Acting Mayor Tracy Kallert and the Borough Council, the Recreation Department, and the Woodland Park Library at Berkeley College hosted a fun Kindergarten Ice Cream Social on Sept. 7 at Charles Olbon School to welcome the new kindergartners and their families to the school community. The children heard a story and enjoyed some ice cream, and each student in attendance was provided with a book to take home. The kids had a blast!
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First Day Fun
Charles Olbon School teachers had some fun taking their own pictures on the first day of school this year!
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Team Building
Ms. Gutierrez's third grade class at Beatrice Gilmore School took part in a team-building activity. We read the book The Crayon Box That Talked and discussed how we are all unique and different but we can always come together, and work together, aside from our differences, in order to complete a task, students had to use meaningful language to unstack and stack cups in different ways only using yarn and a rubber band. It was fun to hear them guiding each other and cheering each other on.
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Setting The Path
Mrs. D’Amico and Mrs. Davidson’s first grade class at Charles Olbon School had a great first day! They settled into their new room while getting to know each other. They took a tour of the school so everyone could get familiar with their surroundings. The class listened to their first of many read alouds and were a very respectful audience. The day's activities and discussions set the path for an amazing year ahead!
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School Crowns
Ms. Casasnovas' PreK-4 class at School 1 marked the beginning of the new school year by creating first day of school crowns!
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Paver Fundraiser
The Woodland Park Educational Foundation is still running its paver fundraiser - "A Building Block to the Future." They are selling engraved pavers that line the walkway entrance to the Memorial Field Complex. For more information or to order a paver, click here.
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Stigma Free Color Run
The Stigma Free Task Force will host its annual Color Run this year on Saturday, Sept. 23 at 2 p.m. at Woodland Park Day. All are welcome! Wear a white or light shirt and bring eye/mouth protection and enjoy the fun run.
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BGHSA Plans Fall Clothing Drive
Cleaning out your closets? The Beatrice Gilmore School Home & School Association is holding a fundraising clothing, shoes, and household items collection on Saturday, Sept. 30, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the WP Boys & Girls Club parking lot on Memorial Drive. Place your gently used/unwanted items in tightly tied bags.
Accepted items include: adult and children's clothing, shoes, apparel, handbags, purses, wallets, sandals, sneakers, boots, jackets, coats, rain gear, leathers, belts, ties, pants, shirts, sweaters, vests, blouses, dresses, skirts, robes, undergarments, sheets, towels, linens, tablecloths, hats, scarfs, gloves, wallets, jewelry, watches, uniforms, jerseys, backpacks, new diapers, household items, utensils, hard and soft toys, electronics, small bric-a-brac items. Everything must be bagged.
Not accepted: furniture, books, pillows and curtains, and any merchandise that has holes, rips, stains, mold, or has an odor. Any questions, email bghsa1075@gmail.com.
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Celebrating Summer
The Woodland Park Library at Berkeley College held its annual end-of-summer party on the college campus last Saturday. The event is held to celebrate the accomplishments of the Library's summer reading program participants.
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Coming up at the Woodland Park Library at Berkeley College
The Woodland Park Library at Berkeley College, 44 Rifle Camp Rd., in Renaissance Hall, will host the following programs. Visit the Library's website here or Facebook page here. Its phone is 973-345-8120. Email is library@abwplibrary.org.
Saturday, Sept. 16, 11 a.m. - Lego Mania for all ages. Use your imagination and create using Legos. Register here.
Monday, Sept. 18, 10 a.m. - Weigh To Go. Need some inspiration? Want to share your weight loss journey? Join us in a judgment-free setting to help you reach your weight loss goals. Register here.
Monday, Sept. 18, 10:30 a.m. - Bouncing Babies for age 0 to 18 months. Enjoy songs, stories, rhymes, and free play. Register here.
Monday, Sept. 18, 11 a.m. - Chair yoga and meditation. Come and find inner peace through chair yoga and meditation. Register here.
Monday, Sept. 18, 6 p.m. - Dungeons & Dragons for grades 6 to 12. New and experienced players are welcome. Register here.
Tuesday, Sept. 19, 1 p.m. - Crafternoon for adults. Enjoy creating a beautiful craft to take home. Come and relax and let your creative juices flow with Linda. Register here.
Wednesday, Sept. 20, 6:30 p.m. - Unwind With Pat. Join Pat to unwind with the craft of your choice. Register here.
Thursday, Sept. 21, 11 a.m. - Unwind With Pat. Join Pat to unwind with the craft of your choice. Register here.
Thursday, Sept. 21, 12 p.m. Sit & Sit. Have fun exercising from the comfort of your chair. Register here.
Friday, Sept. 22, 10:30 a.m. - Little Movers for ages 18 to 36 months. Join in for a fun story time for little movers. Register here.
Monday, Sept. 25, 6:30 p.m. - NEW Low-Impact Dance Class. Join certified instructor, Karen, as she leads the class doing low-impact dancing. It's a great way to get your exercise in while having fun. Don't forget to bring a water bottle to stay hydrated. Register here.
Monday, Sept. 25, 6:30 p.m. - ESL Conversation Club. This program is for adults who speak a foreign language and would like to brush up on English speaking skills. Register here.
Wednesday, Sept. 27, 4 p.m. - Snails & Tales Mystery Letters for ages 3 and up. Join Miss Sara for an alphabet story time - with songs, rhymes, stories, and a craft. Each week will have a different mystery letter. Register here.
Wednesday, Sept. 27, 7 p.m. - OverBooked Book Discussion Group for Gen X and Millennials. Copies of the book selection are available at the Library or in eBook or digital download format on Libby or Hoopla. Register here.