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Somers Point School District Newsletter for Families
Welcome to the District Newsletter for the Families of the Somers Point School District
If you should even have any questions about the content of this newsletter, do not hesitate to reach out to your child's building principals:
JORDAN ROAD MIDDLE SCHOOL - csupp@sptsd.org
DAWES AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - lvenello@sptsd.org
NEW YORK AVENUE PRESCHOOL CENTER - lvenello@sptsd.org
CURRICULUM - mkaas@sptsd.org
DISTRICT LEVEL - drcry@sptsd.org
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District Web Calendar for October 2021
#SPSDBouncingForward
SPSD District Approved Calendar October 2021
COVID-19 QUARANTINE DECISION-MAKING MATRIX
If your child is sick:
- Please fill out the ONCOURSE SCREENER IN THE PARENT PORTAL.
- Please keep your child home, as per the AFFIRMATION DOCUMENT signed by parents/ guardians.
SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL MAP - BIKING AND WALKING
Free and Reduced Lunch Application
Just a reminder to please complete the Free and Reduced Lunch Application EVEN though there is no cost for breakfast and/or lunch this year.
It is an important piece of data for the district and provides P-EBT benefits.
You can access the convenient online application at the link below. If you need any assistance please contact Mrs. Loder at (609) 927-2053 ex: 3220 or tloder@sptsd.org
UPCOMING DATES FOR OCTOBER - click links for listings
October 4 - 8, 2021: Week of Respect
- Monday: Respect yourself! Eat healthy and exercise. Wear exercise clothes.
- Tuesday: Mix it up day! We respect and welcome everyone. Wear Mismatched clothes.
- Wednesday: Respect our schools! Wear your school shirts or colors.
- Thursday: Be a “Fan” and celebrate diversity! Wear your favorite team’s jersey.
- Friday: Respect our environment! Wear green.
October 6 - 8, 2021: Conferences / Early Dismissal for Students (12:20 Dismissal) click link for information
October 11, 2021: No School - Columbus Day
October 18 - 22, 2021: Red Ribbon Week
JRMS Clubs and Activities - Any student interested in getting involved in a club or activity, please email Mr. Schmidt at jschmidt@sptsd.org for more information.
STAFFULTY SPOTLIGHT
Our Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) Team has been hard at work to create a plan for individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students. As a team, they have collected data on student academic levels, offering support and collaborating with their colleagues across the building and district, to develop intervention and enrichment plans for all students’ growth. The members of the Jordan Road MTSS team are:
● Jackie Wootton - MTSS Teacher
● Emily Ford - Instructional Coach
● Phil Pallitto - Instructional Coach
● Aimee Altman - Specialist
● Edwina Rahter - Specialist
Jag Cub Reading a Great Book to Start the School Year!
#PouncingForward
Jag Cub Welcoming Everyone to Dawes!
NYA STAFFULTY SPOTLIGHT
Our Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) Team has been hard at work creating instructional plans by grade level that support academic achievement and skill acquisition for each student. The MTSS team at Dawes Avenue School is comprised of;
● Mrs. Wagner - MTSS Lead Teacher
● Mrs. Jensen - Instructional Coach
● Ms. DeLuca - Specialist
● Mrs. Johansen - Specialist
● Mrs. Coan - Specialist
UPCOMING EVENTS FOR OCTOBER
UPCOMING DATES FOR OCTOBER:
October 4 - 8, 2021: Week of Respect
- Monday: Respect yourself! Eat healthy and exercise. Wear exercise clothes.
- Tuesday: Mix it up day! We respect and welcome everyone. Wear Mismatched clothes.
- Wednesday: Respect our schools! Wear your school shirts or colors.
- Thursday: Be a “Fan” and celebrate diversity! Wear your favorite team’s jersey.
- Friday: Respect our environment! Wear green.
October 6 - 8, 2021: Conferences/Early Dismissal for Students (1:05 pm Dismissal) - letters were sent home on 9/27/2021 via Remind to set up a conference time.
October 11, 2021: No School - Columbus Day
October 18 - 22, 2021: Red Ribbon Week
October 29, 2021: Fall Fun Day (more details to come from Dr. Venello and Teachers)
UPCOMING EVENTS FOR OCTOBER
UPCOMING DATES FOR OCTOBER:
October 4 - 8, 2021: Week of Respect
- Monday: Respect yourself! Eat healthy and exercise. Wear exercise clothes.
- Tuesday: Mix it up day! We respect and welcome everyone. Wear Mismatched clothes.
- Wednesday: Respect our schools! Wear your school shirts or colors.
- Thursday: Be a “Fan” and celebrate diversity! Wear your favorite team’s jersey.
- Friday: Respect our environment! Wear green.
October 6 - 8, 2021: Conferences/Early Dismissal for Students (12:30 pm Dismissal) - letters were sent home on 9/27/2021 via Remind to set up a conference time.
October 11, 2021: No School - Columbus Day
October 18 - 22, 2021: Red Ribbon Week
October 29, 2021: Fall Fun Day (more details to come from Dr. Venello and Teachers)
PARENT RESOURCES
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Somers Point Police Department Pumpkin Decorating Contest & Trunk or Treat
4-6 PM
Mainland Regional Haunted Hallways
5-7 PM
Somers Point Trick or Treat
6-8 PM
8:00 AM Start - Rain or Shine
SOMERS POINT SCHOOL DISTRICT
Email: drcry@sptsd.org
Website: www.sptsd.org
Location: 121 West New York Avenue, Somers Point, NJ, USA
Phone: (609) 927-2053
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SPTSchools
Twitter: @spsSTRONG