NEWS FLASH
Florence Twp. School District -- 2021-22 -- 9/10/21
We're Back!
What a great week back! It was so wonderful to see ALL our students and staff back together. We are working on a few kinks that still need to be worked out, however, we can't thank you enough for your ongoing patience & cooperation!
As a reminder:
- masks are required for all students, staff, and visitors, regardless of vaccination status, both in school, at the bus stop, and on school buses, according to NJ Executive Order 251 issued by the state.
- Please DO NOT send a child to school who is showing signs of COVID-19. Families will be required to pick up their child and provide either a negative test result or quarantine for 10 days.
- Please DO NOT send a child to school if you are awaiting the test results of a COVID-19 test due to symptoms or close contact. The District will NOT accept at-home tests to confirm a child is negative for COVID-19. If you are asked to provide a negative test result, it will need to be a laboratory-confirmed test, either rapid or PCR.
Please don't forget to check out the September 2021 information shared from each building administrator (posted below) regarding our opening procedures, events, etc.
- Roebling Elementary "The Roebling Reporter" -- https://www.smore.com/pyugb-the-roebling-reporter
- Riverfront "The Riverfront Review" -- https://www.smore.com/pca8k
- Florence Twp. Memorial H.S. "FTMHS NewsFlash" -- https://www.smore.com/nw78j
DATES TO REMEMBER
SEPTEMBER...
9/13 - Extended Day Program (EDP) begins & Roebling School Pics
9/14 - Riverfront Back To School Night
9/21 - Roebling Back To School Night
9/21 & 9/22 - Riverfront School Pictures
9/23 - FTMHS Back To School Night & Picture Day
9/27 - Florence Board of Education Meeting
IMPORTANT PICKUP & DROP OFF REMINDERS
We realize there have been some issues with parking & drop-off at our district schools. We are working with the police to alleviate congestion. Please work with us to make it a smoother and safer procedure for all! Please note the following important reminders:
Riverfront
- please do NOT linger. Students should be ready to get out of the car as soon as they pull up.
- please do not double park during dismissal pickup on Pine Street
- please do not pull into the staff parking lots for pickup
- please cross at identified crosswalks with the crossing guards
- please do not park on Cedar Street during drop off. Follow the line of traffic
Roebling
- please cross at identified crosswalks with the crossing guards
- there is no parking in local business lots
- please do not pull into the staff parking lots. If you require an alternate location please contact the building administration for a parking pass.
Back to School Night
Welcome Back to School Curtis
Chromebook Insurance 2021-2022
All families are encouraged to purchase school Chromebook insurance in accordance with the Acceptable Use Policy to protect their students' Chromebook against accidental repair costs. A check or money order in the amount of $35 should be submitted to the Florence Township Board of Education on or before September 15, 2021.
This Insurance covers:
Coverage Accidental Damage: Pays for accidental damage caused by liquid spills, drops, cracked screens, or any other unintentional event.
Theft or Vandalism: Pays for loss or damage due to theft or vandalism. The claim requires a police report to be filed within 48 hours.
Fire: Pays for loss or damage of the Chromebook due to fire. The claim must be accompanied by an official fire report from the investigating authority.
Electrical Surge: Pays for damage to the device due to an electrical surge.
Natural Disasters: Pays for loss or damage caused by natural disasters.
If you do NOT choose to purchase this insurance you are required to pay full costs for any damages or loss of the district-issued Chromebook device and accessories.
For more information please contact your student's building administrator.
Free & Reduced Meals
As previously communicated, we are pleased to announce that ALL STUDENTS are eligible to receive a free healthy breakfast and lunch each day as part of the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs for the 2021-2022 school year. Please see the Cafeteria menus below for the month of September. These can also be found on our district website under "Cafeteria."
KEEP CONNECTED
We want to make sure we're always on the same page! Please remember to keep communication open and to contact us directly with any concerns you may have. If you have technical and remote learning issues at any time, please contact your child's teacher and/or the building administrator, and someone will get in touch with you. We realize there will be setbacks, and we ask for your continued patience as we navigate these unchartered times.
Florence Twp. Memorial H.S. -- jcogan@florence.k12.nj.us or 609.499.4620
Riverfront School -- jmungo@florence.k12.nj.us or 609.499.4647
Roebling School -- kagresta@florence.k12.nj.us or 609.499.4640
Please also continue to read our weekly district newsletters and individual school newsletters which are shared via email. Also make sure to friend/follow us on our Facebook and Twitter accounts so you don't miss out on important information!
Twitter:
- Florence Twp. Schools -- @FTSD
- Florence Twp. Memorial H.S. -- @FTSD_HS
- Riverfront School -- @FTSD_Riverfront
- Roebling Elementary -- @FTSD_Roebling
Facebook:
- Florence Twp. School District
- Florence Township Memorial High School
- Florence Township Riverfront School
- Roebling School
BEFORE/AFTERSCHOOL CARE REGISTRATION
FTSD Before & After Care is open year round for your child(ren). To register at any time, click the link below for the Early Morning Program (EMP) & Extended Day Program (EDP).
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfR0t8WiBUTOU4RAu6BmmYz4Gl1HmaEkJhqtWHfGshu5c9XYg/viewform
EMP starts the first day of school on Tuesday, September 7th. EDP starts on Monday, September 13th. Only students who have registered are eligible to attend. Once registered more detailed information will be forthcoming! If you should have any questions please contact Gina Dunphy, EMP/EDP Coordinator at gdunphy@florence.k12.nj.us.