Bowne-Munro Family Newsletter
September 22, 2023

Reminder : No School on Monday, September 25th!

Back to School Night
To alleviate parking problems and congestion, we are staggering presentation times.
Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1........ 6:00-6:45
Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4........7:30-8:15
Back to School Night is intended for adults only. Childcare will not be available. Please plan ahead to make arrangements for your children.
Important Emergency Contact Information!
If you haven't already done so, please take the time to update your child's emergency contact information. In the event of an emergency, a designated contact must be available to pick up your child within 20-30 minutes. You can designate your emergency contact(s) in the Parent Portal.
Click the button below to access the Parent Portal. If you need assistance, please contact our main office at 732-613-6810.
All forms ahould be completed. If you haven't completed your child's forms please do so today! If you need help, contact the main office.
Arrival and Dismissal Procedures
We thank you for your cooperation in maintaining our procedures for arrival and dismissal!
Doors open at 8:55 and the school day begins at 9:00. Once the car loop closes, students must be walked in by a parent at the main entrance (with security) and they will be marked TARDY for the day.
Reminder: All students using the car loop should be prepared to exit the car on the passenger side. For maximum efficiency, please pull your car all the way up to the cones at the top of the car loop so we can unload as many cars as possible at one time.
Student dismissal for grades K-4 will be at 3:35. Out of respect for our staff, please be on time for dismissal. In the event of an emergency, please notify the main office about your delay.
Changes in Dismissal
Please call the main office if you need emergency, last-minute support with dismissal. We are here to help.

Join the Bowne-Munro Chorus
Do you LOVE to sing?
Third and fourth graders can sign up for Chorus using this LINK. The first meeting will be held on Thursday, September 28th at 8:05 AM.
Club registrations are now available via Community Pass
Chorus with Ms. Maldonado... grades 3 and 4
Student Council with Mrs. Vidnansky... grades 3 and 4
Safety Patrol with Mr. Ciraco... grade 4 only
Math Club with Mrs. Marrone... grades 3 and 4
Garden Club with Mrs. Grant & Mr. Ciraco... grades 3 and 4
Dance/Fitness Club with Ms. Russo... grades K, 1 and 2
More information can be found at: https://www.ebnet.org/domain/142
Directions to register on Community Pass
Click the button below.
Enter your username and password.
Click on "REGISTER HERE"
Select "Clubs/Activities 2023" from the drop down.
Follow the prompts to register & pay.
Late fees will go into effect on November 1st.
CommunityPass is your resource for childcare, clubs, sports, field trips, program registration as well as completing payments for parking and any outstanding student fines.

enVision Math information and resources for students and families can be found here!
Upcoming Events

Dressing up for Spirit Week is always optional!

PTA Updates



Your participation as a PTA member will help support programs and activities that enhance every child's school experience at Bowne-Munro. Join today!
District News

EBEF BEAR CRAWL, A 5K RUN/WALK
Get ready to lace up those sneakers and don’t miss out on what is going to be an East Brunswick tradition for years to come! This fall, The East Brunswick Education Foundation will be hosting their inaugural 5K walk/run Bear Crawl and Kids Fun Run on November 19, 2023.
Get in those steps while meeting new neighbors, supporting school spirit, and helping to fund grants across the district! Website for race registration:
https://runsignup.com/Race/NJ/EastBrunswick/EBEFBearCrawlA5KRunWalk
The East Brunswick Public Library offers lots of programs and resources for students and families! Check it out!

All students may pick up a breakfast upon arrival and eat it in their classroom.
The State of NJ Working-Class Families Anti-Hunger Act has expanded the number of families that may qualify for no-cost meals. Complete the application, found in your child’s Parent Access account under the “Forms” tab, at anytime.
Please contact childnutrtion@ebnet.org with any questions.

More information about our Child Nutrition Department or meal payment information can be found by visiting: https://www.ebnet.org/Page/9946.
District Calendar for 2023-2024

Happy Birthday to all who are celebrating in September!
Kindergarten: Liam M., Gianna R., Robert C., Sofia P.
First Grade: James D., Brielle B., Zahonna B., Sarah B., Jofiel T.
Second Grade: Michael M., Joseph A., Andrew F., Ethan P., Logan H., Kyan A., Mackenzie M.
Third Grade: Jailany P., Joya M.
Fourth Grade: Jayse M., Zahraa A.
Staff: Mrs. Wilson, Mrs. Prusakowski, Mr. Joe G., Mrs. Gristina
Important Dates to Remember
9/25... NO SCHOOL
9/26... Back to School Night
............PreK, K, Gr. 1 @ 6:00
............Grades 2, 3, & 4 @ 7:30
10/2-10/6... Respect Week (Optional Spirit Days are listed above)
10/4... Walk to School Day (raindate 10/11/23)
10/10-10/13... PTA Scholastic Book Fair
10/16... Picture Day
10/16-10/20... Peace Week
10/20... PTA Halloween Evening Event
10/23-10/27... Theater Week Grades 1-4
10/24-10/27... Parent Teacher Conferences - 1:35 Dismissals