The Generals' Update

YOUR GUIDE TO DDE EVENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS: 1/8/2023

A PEEK INTO THE LIFE OF A GENERAL

THIS WEEK'S SCHEDULE

  • Friday, January 13th: PTO Krispy Kreme order pick up 3:30-5:30pm (main lobby)


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

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 Health

What is the leading cause of death in the United States?

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

EXPLORE HIGH SCHOOL OPTIONS!

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.


FREEHOLD REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT

Letter to 8th grade students

Date & Deadlines '22-'23


MONMOUTH COUNTY VOCATIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (MCVSD)

2023-2024 Career Academy Brochure

PTO NEWS!

Philly Pretzel Sale

8th Grade Dance Fundraiser - All grades can purchase!

Wednesday, January 18th

$2.00 each

Pre-order from 1/3-1/12 at https://ddepto.membershiptoolkit.com/fundraising

Pretzels can also be purchased the day of with cash only on a first come, first serve basis!

Students will be called to the STEAM center to pick up their orders!

Thank you for your support!



Bagel Sales will take place on Friday mornings only.

$3.00/bagel

$1.00/water


PTO Weekly Newsletter 1/3/23


The PTO still has agendas for sale. 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/

DDE PTO POCKETBOOK BINGO

Pocketbook Bingo Sales are OPEN

Tickets are sold on a first come, first serve basis.

Ticket Sales will close on Friday, January 27th!

Order Online HERE

Or download this FORM and send in to the school with a check made out to DDE PTO



POCKETBOOK BINGO is scheduled for February 3, 2023. The PTO needs your help.

If you would like to donate money to the event to help us purchase bags and raffle prizes, please click HERE!


We are looking for sponsors to support this event. See our Sponsorship Options Below!

Click HERE to purchase a package that fits your company/family best!

Luxury Handbag Raffle Sponsor - $750: Banner with logo presented on display in a prominent location with Luxury Handbag Raffle; Logo included on Thank You page in our event program distributed to all attendees; Social Media presence on our Facebook page.


  • Mystery or Special Raffle Sponsor - $500: Logo signage on display with Mystery or Special Raffle; Logo included on Thank You page in our event program distributed to all attendees; Social Media presence on our Facebook page.
  • Birthday Board Raffle Sponsor - $250: Logo or name featured on Birthday Board Raffle gift presented to winner; Name included on Thank You page in our event program distributed to all attendees; Social Media presence on our Facebook page.
  • Full Page Program Sponsorship - $150: Full page ad in our event program distributed to all attendees.
  • Half Page Program Sponsorship - $100: Half page ad in our event program distributed to all attendees.
  • Quarter Page Program Sponsorship - $75: Business Card size

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

  • Monday, January 16th: District Closed
  • Friday, February 3rd: PTO Pocketbook Bingo

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: Heart Disease