Cliffwood School Parent Newsletter
December 2019
Principal's News
Dear Cliffwood School families,
We've finished more than 1/4 of the school year and things are off to a great start here at Cliffwood! Our students and staff are working hard while having fun each day, and I'm very proud of the progress our learners have made so far. I would like to thank all the parents/guardians who came out for teacher conferences; our turnout was tremendous! I am constantly amazed by the level of involvement from so many of our students' families, whether it be meeting with their child's teacher, participating in class activities, volunteering for events, and much more. I wish all of our students, their families, our staff, and the whole Cliffwood community, a joyous holiday season and a happy new year! Best wishes,
Mark Van Horn, Principal
Last call for Educators of the Year nominations!
Has your child experienced an outstanding classroom teacher or educational services professional? If so, please take the time to recommend this person for the Governor’s Educator of the Year Program! The nomination process is easy; simply click here to view/download the form and return it to the principal by Friday, December 6. You may send in a hard copy or email it to Mr. Van Horn. Thank you for helping to recognize the great staff here at Cliffwood School!
Dressing warm for recess
The weather is getting chilly outdoors so dressing warm is key! Daily recess is important for students to get fresh air and exercise. We typically go outside unless the temperature is extremely cold. Coats and layers are recommended. Please also make sure that your child has safe footwear for playing. Thanks for your help with making recess the best it can be for our students!
Info about food and allergens
PTO holiday shop is next week
Cliffwood's terrific PTO is running their annual holiday shop next week. Please click here to view the schedule for when your child's class will be visiting the shop. Thanks again for supporting our students and the PTO!
Show your Cliffwood Pride!
Even though our One School/One Book program is ending...
Using Clever to access all programs
MARSD district website > Clever (under Shortcuts) > type student's email address (studentfirst.studentlast@marsd.org) > type student's password (first initial last initial and 6-digit ID#, an example for me would be mv123456) > You may need to accept Google's Acceptable Use Policy on the next screen > then choose from various programs once inside Clever.
Using Clever gives your child easy access to important programs like Raz Kids, Reflex Math, and more. Contact your child's teacher with any questions/issues. Also, be careful logging in because several users have entered their email address with domain @gmail.com (which is incorrect) instead of @marsd.org (which is correct).
Star Student awards
Food menus
Check out the Cliffwood PTO website
Make sure to follow us on Twitter!
Read this month's message from our counselor
Click here to check out Mrs. Levine's latest Counselor Corner newsletter; it always has lots of great info for families. Mrs. Levine's website can also be accessed by clicking here. If you have any questions or concerns, don't hesitate to contact her for assistance.
We had great attendance at P/T conferences!
Thank you to all parents/guardians for the great attendance we had at this year's parent/teacher conferences. Please remember to keep in contact with your child's teacher regularly throughout the school year. Your child's learning is helped greatly by a strong partnership between school and home.
December Dates to Remember
- Garden club - 12/4.
- School pictures make-up day - 12/6.
- School Spirit Day (wear your Cliffwood Proud gear!) - 12/6.
- Holiday shop - 12/10 to 12/12.
- Friendship Friday during lunches - 12/13.
- Garden club - 12/12.
- PTO holiday festival - 12/13 @ 6:00 p.m. in cafeteria.
- School Store open during lunches - 12/17 and 12/18.
- PTO meeting and Star Student - 12/18.
- Early dismissal for all students - 12/20.
- School closed - 12/23 to 1/1. School reopens 1/2.
Contact Me
Email: mvanhorn@marsd.org
Website: http://marsd.org/Domain/465
Location: Cliffwood Avenue Elementary School, Aberdeen Township, NJ, United States
Phone: (732) 705-5600