The Generals' Update

YOUR GUIDE TO DDE EVENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS: 1/29/2023

A PEEK INTO THE LIFE OF A GENERAL

It's hard to believe that the second half of the school year begins this Wednesday, February 1. On Wednesday, students will transition to their second semester (S2) Science and Social Studies classes. They will also move to second semester (S2) related arts, and for our 6th graders, 3rd marking period related arts classes. Please take a moment to review your General's schedule with him/her so he/she is ready to go on Wednesday.

NEXT EDITION AVAILABLE!

HOT OFF THE PRESSES!

Please take a moment to enjoy this edition of

EISENHOWER LIFE!

THIS WEEK'S SCHEDULE

  • Tuesday, January 31st: Marking Period 2 ends
  • Friday, February 3rd: PTO Pocketbook Bingo

For a comprehensive view of all sports, activities, and events use the DDE Calendar of Events.

THINK SPRING...SPORTS!

The Spring Sports Season starts on 3/14/23

The deadline to submit all forms is 3/3/23


Forms for Spring Sports are available in Genesis now.


Any student interested in participating in spring sports must have a completed:

1. Athletes Spring Health History
**Student will show as Ineligible for SPRING sports due to Health History Form until the answers submitted are reviewed by Mrs. King**
2. Athletes Spring Consent for Athletic Participation


Complete Once for the 22-23 school year:

  • Athletes Concussion

  • Athletes Opioid Fact Sheet

  • Athletes Sports Related Eye Injuries

  • Athletes Sudden Cardiac Death


Students must have a current sports physical. Physicals done 3/15/22 and after are valid for the entire spring season. Click here to download the sports physical packet The sports physical packet is the only paper form that needs to be submitted. All other forms are completed in Genesis


Check the ATHLETICS TAB in Genesis to confirm that date of your child's last sports physical.


Any questions? Contact Mrs. King RN, School Nurse dking@freeholdtwp.k12.nj.us

FREE CARDIAC SCREENING

RWJ Barnabas Health is offering Free Cardiac Screening for children ages 6-18. The NJDOE requires an annual sports physical for student athletes beginning in 6th grade. A comprehensive physical examination will identify health concerns that could impact your child’s ability to safely compete. However, at this time EKG’s are not a requirement. Pre-existing and underlying cardiac conditions can go undetected in the absence of a cardiac screening. A baseline EKG and resting blood pressure along with a thorough review of medical history and EKG interpretation by a pediatric cardiologist will be performed. EKG findings can result in further testing and are referred to your physician for evaluation to ensure each child's safety.


RWJ Barnabas Health Free Cardiac Screening


ARE YOU SMARTER THAN A MIDDLE SCHOOLER?

Each week we will share a trivia question with you

based on what your General is learning at Eisenhower!

Test your knowledge to see how you would fare

in your General’s footsteps each day!

(Answer can be found at the bottom of the Generals’ Update.)


GRADE 7 Science

Which organelle is known as the "powerhouse" of the cell?

EISENHOWER STAFF SHOUT OUTS!

NEW! Have you ever wanted to give an Eisenhower Staff Member a quick note of appreciation! Here's your chance. Help us acknowledge and celebrate all the amazing staff at DDE. Take a moment each week to let us know who you would like to see celebrated. It could be any staff member! Simply complete this FORM.

2022-2023 YEARBOOK

The 2022-2023 Yearbooks are now available for sale.

The cost is $45. Use the link below to order:


https://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A05101500

HIGH SCHOOL INFORMATION

FREEHOLD BORO HIGH SCHOOL

AVID College Readiness System is an academic regularly scheduled elective class.

Information about the FHS AVID program can be found HERE.

Applications should be dropped off to the Guidance Office by February 6, 2023.

DDE PTO POCKETBOOK BINGO

Pocketbook Bingo is this Friday, February 3rd!


50/50 Raffle available. To purchase:

Please send in cash or a check made payable to "DDE PTO"

Please label your envelope "50/50 Pre-Sale" and include the number of tickets purchased,

your name, cell phone number and home address.

An image of your tickets will be texted to you.


Pre-Sale closes on Wednesday, February 1.

50/50 tickets will also be sold the night of Pocketbook Bingo!

Winners do not need to be present to win!


Thank you for your support!

PTO NEWS!

Bagel Sales - Every Friday

$3.00/bagel

$1.00/water


PTO WEEKLY NEWSLETTER 1/23/2023


If you would like to purchase an agenda, please use the link below to order online.

https://ddepto.membershiptoolkit.com/fundraising


Please visit the PTO website to connect with them and see what is happening. https://ddepto.membershiptoolkit.com/

Technology Issues?

If you have technology issues, please email Mr. Goldstein at sgoldstein@freeholdtwp.k12.nj.us.

If your child is sick...

Just a reminder that we have revised our procedures regarding Covid-19. Students that come to school displaying symptoms consistent with Covid-19, will be sent home by the nurse.

Regardless of diagnosis, students should remain home until fever free for 24 hours without fever reducing medication and no vomiting for 24 hours.


Please refer to the 2022-2023 COVID-19 Procedures Acknowledgement posted in your Genesis Parent Portal.

Lunch at DDE

The district uses the Mealtime System for school lunches. Please see LUNCH LETTER from the Assistant Business Administrator regarding school lunches.


FREE & REDUCED LUNCH PROGRAM

Applications must be completed each year for the Free & Reduced Lunch Program. If you haven't already done so, please complete the 2022-2023 application. Any lunch charges incurred after the expiration date are your responsibility. These forms are also to be used by new applicants. You may apply in 2 ways (English & Spanish forms available):

  • Apply ONLINE through the district's website. OR,
  • For printable applications use this link: PAPER COPIES

BETTER TOGETHER

Please see this valuable resource from the Mental Health Association of Monmouth County for helpful strategies in supporting your child's mental health.


BETTER TOGETHER


UPCOMING EVENTS

  • Tuesday, February 7th: Board of Ed Meeting 7:00 pm
  • Friday, February 10th: Marking Period 2 Reports Available
  • Friday, February 17th: Early Dismissal for Students
  • Monday, February 20th: District Closed
  • Friday, March 3rd: Spring Sports Form Due

Need to translate the Genesis Parent Portal into another language?

To see your child's Genesis Parent Portal in another language:
  1. Sign into Genesis.
  2. Scroll down to the bottom of the page.
  3. Look in the bottom left corner where you will see the prompt to select the language, as pictured here.

No habla inglés?

Puede traducir este boletín a otro idioma. Haga clic en el boletín y haga clic en el botón de traducción que se parece a la imagen aquí.

Dwight D. Eisenhower Middle School

The mission statement of the Eisenhower Middle School is to encourage children to reach their unique potential and to empower them to become lifelong learners.

ARE YOU SMARTER THAN A MIDDLE SCHOOLER?

CORRECT ANSWER: The "Mighty" Mitochondria