Clarendon School
January 2023
Happy Holidays!
On behalf of the faculty and staff at Clarendon School, we wish you and your family Happy Holidays and a wonderful New Year filled with great health and happiness.
School Closed for Winter Break
School will be closed for the Winter Break, beginning Monday, December 26, 2022 through Monday, January 2, 2023.
Classes will resume on Tuesday, January 3, 2023.
NJ Governor's Educators of the Year
Clarendon Educator of the Year
Clarendon Educational Service Provider of the Year
Clarendon School Honor Roll
Congratulations to all of our 4th and 5th grade Honor Roll recipients. We are very proud of you.
A December to Remember!
Virtual Author Visit
Do You Hear What I Hear?
Throughout the month students participated in various holiday dress down days. Check out a few of our fun filled events and how our Clarendon bees spread holiday cheer!
Clarendon Winter Chorus & Band Performance
Winter musical performances were kicked off by the Winter Concert on December 14th held at the Arthur F. Couch Performing Arts Center. From the exciting opening performance by the elementary concert band to a thrilling finale from the Clarendon chorus, the audience was treated to an excellent evening of musical entertainment. Thank you to Mrs. De La Cruz and Mr. Gongora for their hard work and dedication, thank you to our office staff, staff volunteers, the IT dept and building custodians for setting up for the event. Thank you to all of our Clarendon & Huber Street families for your continued support.
They did a wonderful job spreading the holiday cheer. Great job, Bees!
Door & POD Decorating Contest
Our Doors Winners:
1st Place: Mrs. Bartetta's class
2nd Place (tied): Ms. Matos class and Ms. Naz class
3rd Place: Mrs Krajewski and Mrs. Houran class
Check out their creativity and give a like for your favorites!
"Twas the Night Before Break..."
On Friday, December 23rd, students and staff got into the holiday spirit by wearing their pajamas and having holiday parties.
Grinch Day!
“Then the Grinch thought of something he hadn’t before! What if Christmas, he thought, doesn’t come from a store. What if Christmas... perhaps... means a little bit more!” -- Dr. Seuss
On Tuesday, December 20th, students and staff dressed in all green for Grinch Day!
1st Grade Polar Express Day
Girls Circle Club
Clarendon Holiday Sing Along 2022
Secaucus Tree Lighting
Thank you to Mrs. De la Cruz and the chorus for spreading Holiday cheer through the town of Secaucus through music.
Computer Science Education Week
Clarendon School celebrated Computer Science Education Week (CSEdWeek). Ms. Melendez's technology classes have been learning about coding in preparation for The Hour of Code which takes place each year during Computer Science Education Week. Students have been working together doing unplugged coding challenges, digital escape rooms, Angry Birds blockly coding, Dance Party coding, and other activities on Code.org.
PTA News & Events
PTA Spirit Wear
PTA Holiday Bazaar
A Message from the PTA:
Oh, what fun!
That’s a wrap on our Bee Merry and Bright Holiday 2022 Bazaar!! Our kids shopped till they dropped, raffled, met Santa , and even had another festive friend join us (hint… he’s a mean one….)!
We are so thankful for our entire beehive! To our volunteers, teachers, staff and most especially our most amazing students, thank you for making this holiday so very merry & bright.
Rockin Around the Holiday Tree
Hot Cocoa Bar!
Our bees enjoyed an afternoon of yummy chocolate chip cookies and hot cocoa in the staff lounge after the Holiday Sing Along.
What a great way to end the day!
Nurse Regina's Office Newsletter
Clarendon January Calendar
January Dates to Remember
- January 2nd: School Closed
- January 3rd: School Reopens
- January 9th: SCRIPPS Spelling Bee (Grades 1-2)
- January 10th: SCRIPPS Spelling Bee (Grades 3-5)
- January 16th: School Closed - Staff Development Day
- January 16th - 20th: No Name Calling Week
- January 17th: SCRIPPS Spelling Bee Final
- January 18th: PTA Boosterthon Pep Rally
- January 19th: Board of Education Meeting ~ Arthur F. Couch Performing Arts Center at 7pm
- January 27th: PTA Boosterthon Glow Run
- January 30th: Midpoint of Trimester 1
Important Reminders
Outdoor Recess
We will make every effort to have our students go outside for recess. Please make sure to provide your children with appropriate clothing for cold weather. Students will remain indoors during the following weather conditions.
Snow, Rain, Hail, Sleet
Thunder/Lightning
Temperature and/or Windchill Temperature 32 degrees or colder