CDW Weekly Wrap-Up

Over the past six months, students from 686 schools participated in the 2021-2022 challenge, and together, collected a combined total of 323, 586 pounds of polyethylene plastic film. The Charles DeWolf Middle School students and community collected and recycled a grand total of 1,796 pounds of polyethylene plastic as part of the Trex Plastic Film Recycling Challenge, and was named the top winner of the participating middle schools with 0-500 students. This impressive total, combined with community engagement, earned our school top honors along with a new eco-friendly bench to be added to our school's grounds.

Thank you to Mr. Westervelt, Ms. Cohen, the Environmental Justice students, and the custodians for doing all of the behind the scenes work!

At the bottom of each CDW Weekly Wrap-Up are upcoming, important dates!

Thank you to the CDW students who entered the bookmark and reading log contests.

Congratulations to all of our bookmark winners below!

Students in Mrs. DeSciora's 8th grade language arts classes completed book talks and projects on their independent reading books. Students brought in a picture of the cover of their book to share on the "What We're Reading" bulletin board in the classroom. To document their journey as a community of readers, students will continue to share more cover pictures as they finish their books!

By now, you and your child(ren) should have received an email from Mrs. DeSciora if he/she met the academic criteria to be inducted into the NJHS. Applications are due Wednesday, May 4th, and students will be notified of their acceptance on Monday, May 9th. Any student who did not meet the academic criteria at the end of Marking Period 3 will be reviewed again at the end of Marking Period 4.

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Mrs. DeSciora at desciora@nvnet.org.

If your Grade 8 student will not be attending NVOT in the fall, please print, complete, and submit the form below (and attached) to Ms. Richardson by Friday, May 13th. We must be sure that students' records are transferred to the appropriate high schools, and this will allow us to double-check that our records are accurate. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Richardson at richardson@nvnet.org.

Looking to try a new activity and learn new skills at the high school?

Want to meet new friends?

Earn a Varsity Letter?

Want to be a part of the defending State Championship NVOT Marching Band?

No prior experience is necessary...just come and check out what the

NVOT COLOR GUARD

is all about!

The first clinic is Tuesday, May 3rd at 6:30 PM in the NVOT Band Room

Please e-mail Ms. Wilcox, band director, at wilcox@nvnet.org with any questions!

NVOT will be holding a Cheer Interest Meeting at NVOT High School in the Cafeteria on May 17th at 4:00pm for any students interested in trying out. At this meeting, they will go over everything regarding the upcoming season and answer any questions. ALL are welcome at tryouts!

Cheerleading Sign Up Form

Reminders and Updates from CDW's Student Manager

Baseball

The OT Knights lost their opener yesterday 10-3 against Closter. Cayden Yoon, Zach Miller, Maximos Demaras, and Joey Crescitelli each had 2 hits to help the offense. The Knights will look to bounce back on Monday, May 2nd against Harrington Park at Stone Point.

Softball

The girl's softball team won their second game yesterday beating Closter 4-2. Ella Ferrara pitched another great game giving up only a couple of hits over five strong innings. Leah Savino called a great game behind the plate and drove in a run. Captain Sofia Savino drove in 2 runs on a clutch RBI double late in the game. Erin Collins and Regan Geraghty also had big hits. The next game is against Northvale at Stone Point Field on Monday, May 2nd.

Track

The CDW Knights Track Team's first Meet will be on May 12th at Norwood. Good Luck!

HERE is the Spring Sports Schedule.

The Golden Knights Boys Basketball Camp at NVOT is specifically designed to provide a complete in-depth basketball experience that will emphasize the fundamentals in order to help boys, ages 8-17, reach their full potential. Please see the registration information HERE.

Ms. Brock - Intramural Dates & Activities

MAY THROUGH JUNE --> RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES

Remember, the intramural program runs throughout the year so medical information can be submitted when your child wants to join. Please submit all PPE / HHQ documents to Mrs. McCarthy (McCarthy@nvnet.org) and forward all intramural-related emails to Ms. Brock (Brockl@nvnet.org).

Preparticipation Physical Evaluation (PPE)

Inter-Scholastic Sports and Intramurals

Sudden Cardiac Death in Young Athletes

History Form

Concussion Management Guidelines

All of this information can also be found in the Student Handbook.

Monday, May 2, 2022

Breakfast (5th/6th Grade Volunteers Needed!)

• As part of the Teacher Appreciation Week celebration, the PTO is asking for volunteers to provide supplies so that they can provide the teachers with a nice breakfast on Monday, May 2nd.
• The 5th and 6th grade parents who would like to volunteer can use this BREAKFAST LINK.

Wednesday, May 4, 2022

Desserts (7th/8th Grade Volunteers Needed!)

• As part of our Teacher Appreciation Week celebration, the PTO is asking for volunteers to provide desserts for our teachers on Wednesday, May 4, 2022.
• The 7th and 8th grade parents who would like to volunteer can use this DESSERT LINK.

If you have any questions, you can contact Kelly Shahdanian at kellyshahrn@gmail.com or at 201-925-0918, or Kristen Zales at kzales15@gmail.com.

Please see the letter below (and attached) for more information.

The PTO is excited to announce that Murr from "Impractical Jokers" is coming to CDW on May 19th!

All students will be invited to the assembly, AND for an extra special treat, you can purchase his book for $25 and get a personalized inscription in your book as well as a photo with him!

Books are on sale now! Visit OTPTO.org.

Each spring, the state of New Jersey administers the NJSLA to all students in grades 3-8. The CDW students will participate as follows:

Grades 5 and 8

• Students in Grades 5 and 8 will participate in the NJSLA for Language Arts, Math, and Science between May 9th and May 20th.

Grades 6 and 7

• Students in Grades 6 and 7 will participate in the NJSLA for Language Arts and Math between May 9th and May 16th.

All students in grades 5-8 will need headphones or earbuds, which cannot be wireless, for these assessments. If your child does not have a pair of headphones or earbuds at school, please send in a pair from home.

The only electronic device students are permitted to use during NJSLA is a Chromebook provided by the school. If your child has a cell phone, smartwatch, or any other electronic device, it will need to be turned off and in his/her locker during the testing sessions.

On Friday, May 13th, as a result of NJSLA testing, the lunch periods will be as follows:

• Lunch 1/Period 5A--> 11:05 AM-11:40 AM
• Lunch 2/Period 5B--> 11:43 AM-12:18 PM

*All vendors have been notified.

If you have any questions regarding NJSLA, please do not hesitate to reach out to me via email at santaj@nvnet.org.

Our school-issued Chromebook device damage rates are on the rise and very high. Please remind your child to keep his/her Chromebook in his/her school-issued case. It is highly recommended that you purchase insurance for your child(ren)'s school-issued Chromebook. Please refer to the information below if you have not purchased the insurance yet.

Volunteers play a huge part in the PTO, and what they are able to offer our students and teachers. Without volunteers, many of the programs that students, teachers, and families enjoy will not be able to happen. Volunteer descriptions can be found at: OTPTO.org under "More Info" and then "Flyers."

If you have interest in joining the PTO Board, joining or running a committee, or just want to learn more- please reach out to the PTO by visiting OTPTO.org and selecting "Contact Old Tappan PTO" under the Help tab.

If a member of your household has tested positive (or is waiting on Covid-19 test results), please do not send your child(ren) to school and contact Mrs. McCarthy, our school nurse, to inform her. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Santa or Mrs. McCarthy.

In an effort to minimize the potential spread of illness (Covid or non-Covid) at school, please keep your child home if he/she:

• has a fever. Students should be fever-free for 24 hours without medication prior to returning to school.
• is nauseous or is vomiting.
• has diarrhea

Due to Covid-19, if your child comes to school with the following symptoms, Mrs. McCarthy, our school nurse, will call you to pick up your child from school:

• At least two of the following symptoms: fever, chills, rigors, myalgia, headache, sore throat, nausea or vomiting, diarrhea, fatigue, congestion or runny nose; OR
• At least one of the following symptoms: cough, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, new olfactory disorder, new taste disorder.

Any student who falls into one of the categories above will be required to have a negative Covid-19 test to return to school. If your child has a chronic illness with one or more of the above symptoms, please contact Mrs. McCarthy so she is aware.

Anytime your child is not feeling well, and will not attend school, please contact Mrs. McCarthy at 201-664-1475 ext. 2103.

The CDC has updated its guidelines regarding international travel. Starting November 8, students who travel internationally will not be required to quarantine following their return to the United States. The United States is requiring a negative Covid-19 test to re-enter the US (from any international destination), so quarantine will not be required. We still ask for families to monitor their child(ren) for symptoms upon their return and quarantine if symptoms surface.

You may visit the CDC Travel Website HERE.

May

Monday, May 2nd-Friday, May 6th~ Teacher Appreciation Week

Tuesday, May 3rd~ International Food Festival hosted by the PTO

Monday, May 9th to Tuesday, May 16th ~ Grades 5-8 NJSLA LA and Math Testing

Monday, May 9th~ The BOE Meeting is in the BOE Conference Room at 8 PM.

Tuesday, May 17th-Friday, May 20th~ Grades 5 and 8 NJSLA Science Testing

Tuesday, May 17th~ National Junior Honor Society Grade 7 Induction Ceremony, 7 PM

Wednesday, May 18th~ Marking Period 4 Mid-Point

Wednesday, May 18th~ Grades 5 and 6 Band Spring Concert at 7:30 PM

Thursday, May 19th~ Author Visit: Murr comes to CDW!

Thursday, May 19th~ Grades 7 and 8 Band and Choir Spring Concert at 7:30 PM

Friday, May 20th~ Band Field Trip

Friday, May 20th~ Marking Period 4 Interim Reports will be available in the Genesis Parent Portal at 12 PM.

Tuesday, May 24th~ Grades 5-7 Math CRT

Tuesday, May 24th~ The PTO Meeting is in the CDW Media Center at 7 PM.

Monday, May 30th~ School is Closed for Memorial Day.

Tuesday, May 31st~ NVOT 8th Grade Picnic at 4:30 PM

Click here to view the calendar.

Our Board of Education approved the operating calendar for the 2022-2023 school year. The calendar can be found on the district website or by clicking here.

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