The Kindle Korner
Monday, June 7, 2021
Our character trait for June is Sportsmanship.
Last day of school is Monday, June 14th!
Field Day Schedule
2021 Modified Field Day
Get out your orange and black! It's time for Field Day fun!
Each grade level will participate in Field Day activities on a specific day of the week.
All virtual students are invited to attend on their grade level day.
Monday, June 7
1st Grade
Tuesday, June 8
2nd Grade
Wednesday, June 9
3rd Grade
Thursday, June 10
4th Grade
Friday, June 11
5th Grade
5th Grade Camp Ockanickon
HSA
Looking forward to Field Day fun this week! Thank you in advance to all of the parent volunteers!
Thank you Kindle families for your help and support of the HSA this year! Looking forward to working together again next school year. We hope everyone has a fun and relaxing summer!
Main Office
If someone in your household is symptomatic or being tested, your student(s) CANNOT be in school.
Daily symptom checker – Early each morning, families will receive a survey via email (and also text message for those who opt for this) with a few short questions. This survey must be completed for EACH child BEFORE they arrive at school for the day. Please have the checker completed by 7:30 am. If the checker is not filled out by 8:00 am you will receive a call from the office.
School begins at 8:20 a.m. The doors will be locked and all students arriving after this time will be sent to the main office for a late pass before heading to their classrooms.
Mrs. Rosenberger RN, School Nurse
Reminders from the Nurse:
6th Grade Vaccinations
The New Jersey Department of Health requires two boosters for students entering 6th grade. Please note that your student will need a Tdap vaccine and a Meningococcal vaccine upon entering Grade 6.
Please review your child’s immunization records and work with their physician to ensure that the required vaccines have been given or are scheduled to be given prior to school starting in September 2021. When your child goes for their 11 year old physical, please know that these immunizations are required for school. Documentation from your student’s physician is required.
Documentation can be sent to your child’s school nurse for 5th grade or if school has ended to Shana Redkoles at the Middle School by September 1, 2021. Please reach out with any questions or concerns!
Sue Rosenberger, RN
Elwood Kindle School Nurse
856-589-2628 ext 5550
Seasonal Allergies
COVID-19 is a contagious respiratory illness caused by infection with a new coronavirus (called SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19). Seasonal allergies triggered by airborne pollen can lead to seasonal allergic rhinitis, which affects the nose and sinuses, and seasonal allergic conjunctivitis, which affects the eyes.
COVID-19 and seasonal allergies share many symptoms, but there are some key differences between the two. For example, COVID-19 can cause fever, which is not a common symptom of seasonal allergies. The image below compares symptoms caused by allergies and COVID-19.
Because some of the symptoms of COVID-19 and seasonal allergies are similar, it may be difficult to tell the difference between them, and you may need to get a test to confirm your diagnosis.
Food Services
IMPORTANT INFORMATION RE: SCHOOL MEALS - 2020-21 SCHOOL YEAR
As we continue with the hybrid model, Pitman Public Schools will be continuing to offer breakfast and lunch for PICK UP for students.
As a friendly reminder, this program is FREE for all children under the age of 18 in any household regardless of meal status.
Widescale participation by families in this program will also help us to keep our valued food service employees working through this public health emergency.
We appreciate you filling out your contact information for each order so we can easily contact you with any issues or changes in meal pick up.
Please fill out this form for ALL of your children EACH week.
Road Crossing Safety/Morning Arrival & Dismissal
All students and parents must use the crosswalk with the crossing guard. This applies to all streets surrounding the school.
Please do not stand across the street and motion for your child to cross unattended. Thank you for helping keep our students and staff safe!
Also, a big shout out to Miss Carol, our amazing crossing guard!
5th Grade Moving Up Ceremony
ATTENTION 5TH GRADE PARENTS
Thursday, June 10th
1:30 p.m.
Kindle blacktop/back field
*All 5th grade students may invite (2) guests to the event. (We will be live-streaming the event for those unable to attend.)
*All students, staff and guests are required to wear masks and socially distance while on the school grounds.
*Students will be sitting in chairs on the blacktop facing the field.
*Guests are asked to bring their own lawn chairs/stadium chairs for the event. Please enter through the playground gates on Highland Terrace.
*Rain Date: Monday, June 14th at 9:00 a.m.
Wash Your Mask!
Kids How Should We Take Care of Masks and Cloth Face Coverings?
- Wash any worn masks at least once a day, or more often if they look dirty. If the manufacturer gave any special directions, follow them. Use the warmest settings on the washer and dryer that's safe for the material.
- It's OK to put your mask in the washing machine and dryer with your other laundry.
- Don't share masks unless they're washed and dried first.
- Don't store your mask with other people's masks. You can store each mask in its own clean paper bag or hang each one separately on a hook.
Please Wear A Mask At All Times
Also, there are no dogs/animals allowed on school property. Thank you for adhering to this rule, as we have students with pet allergies.
Quarantine Instruction
Elwood Kindle Elementary School
@the_kindle_korner
Email: kmason@pitman.k12.nj.us
Website: www.pitman.k12.nj.us
Location: 211 Washington Avenue, Pitman, New Jersey 08071, USA
Phone: 856-589 2628
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Twitter: @pitmanschools