Dr. Koop's Newsletter
February 24, 2023
Dear KRS Families,
Ms. Thomas planned a variety of activities for Read Across America Week ( February 27 - March 3). The week begins with Monday, February 27th as a day when students and staff may wear their pajamas and bring a favorite stuffed animal to school. We are also really excited to welcome author Troy Cummings to Kings Road School on Tuesday. Additional details about Read Across America Week are included in this newsletter.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Sincerely,
Dr. Kathy Koop
Important Dates
February 28, 2023 - Troy Cummings Author Visit
March 8, 2023 - STEAM Fair
March 20 - 24, 2023 - Spring Recess - Schools Closed
April 3 and 4, 2023 - Parent/Teacher Conferences
April 7, 2023 - Good Friday Schools Closed
April 18, 2023 - KRS Reading Night/Art Show - Art Show Begins at 6 PM - Reading Night 6:30 - 7:30
May 7, 2023 - Madison Education Foundation 5K
May 26, 2023 - In-Service Staff Only
May 29, 2023 - Memorial Day - Schools Closed
May 30, 2023 - In-Service Staff Only
June 14, 2023 - Last Day for Students - Single Session
Save the Date! - KRS Reading Night - April 18, 2023
The KRS Art Show will also be held that evening beginning at 6 PM.
PTO Paw Print
Please see this link for the latest edition of the PTO Paw Print.
Virtual Training Session - Creating a Culture of Kindness: Teaching Our Children Empathy & Gratitude. - March 2, 2023 6 PM
On March 2, 2023 at 6pm, Madison Public Schools, in conjunction with CarePlus of NJ, will be providing a virtual training session for parents and staff entitled: “Creating a Culture of Kindness: Teaching Our Children Empathy & Gratitude.”
When: Mar 2, 2023 06:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Topic: Creating a Culture of Kindness: Teaching Our Children Empathy & Gratitude
Please click the link below to join the webinar:
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Thank you Madison Education Foundation!
We are excited to announce that the Madison Education Foundation awarded a Sensory and Fine Motor Learning Grant that will support Kindergarten students at KRS and TJS. The grant, written by Occupational Therapist Theresa Feron and Kindergarten Teacher Rachel Lemon at TJS, will supply curriculum-centered fine/sensory motor activities to help bridge any fine-motor gaps while reinforcing academic skills. KRS and TJS Kindergarten teachers along with Theresa Feron carefully chose materials to integrate extra fine-motor practice, which can provide multisensory input into the daily curriculum.
Important News from KRS/TJS Media Specialist Ms. Thomas - Read Across America Week
One School, One Book - Coming Soon!
Visiting Author - Troy Cummings
Fourth Grade News
Thank you to the Madison Rotary Club members for reading to the KRS second graders!
The Madison St. Baldrick's Event
Shavees Wanted!
The Madison St. Baldrick's event is this Sunday, February 26 at 2:00pm at Bottle Hill Tavern and Downtown Salon.
We welcome new and returning shavees of all ages to join "the shave."
If you or someone you know is interested please pre-register using this link:
https://www.stbaldricks.org/events/BottleHill2023
To learn more about our event, check out our video:
Madison Elementary Academic Schedule
MADISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS
ACADEMIC CALENDAR
2022 - 2023 School Year
Trimester 1
August 29, 2022 First Trimester Begins
December 1, 2022 First Trimester Ends
December 9, 2022 Report Cards Available in Genesis
Trimester 2
December 2, 2022 Second Trimester Begins
March 8, 2023 Second Trimester Ends
March 17, 2023 Report Cards Available in Genesis
Trimester 3
March 9, 2023 Third Trimester Begins
June 14, 2023 Third Trimester Ends
June 14, 2023 Report Cards Available in Genesis
Conferences:
November 21 (Evening) and 22, 2022
April 3 (Evening ) and 4, 2023