Normandy Park School

Monday, June 10th is a B Day.

I hope that everyone had a wonderful weekend and enjoyed the warm weather!

We have early dismissal on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (6/12-6/14).

This past Friday, we celebrated the 5th graders and their families at the 5th Grade Moving Up Ceremony. It was great to recognize and honor their hard work, effort, and growth over the past 6 years. On Monday, our 5th grade will participate in 5th Grade Fun Day. Students will get the opportunity to celebrate their time at NPS by making one last memory. The Fun Day committee has planned a day of games, dancing, and crafts! Fun Day will happen rain or shine.

Thank you to all our students, families, staff, and teachers for their continuous support throughout the year. I truly appreciate the collaboration and enthusiasm of the entire NPS community!

Also, please note that over the year the Lost and Found has accumulated a lot of lost clothing and items. All unclaimed items will be donated.

Please know that I am only an e-mail or phone call away. Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions, concerns, or feedback.

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to me!

Sincerely,

Chris Miller (christopher.miller@msdk12.net)

The Morris Educational Foundation is incredibly proud of the Morris School District’s hardworking 5th graders. To celebrate their achievements in elementary school, the MEF is honored to gift each of the four elementary schools with congratulatory banners to display in the month of June . We wish each 5th grader the best of luck at Frelinghuysen Middle School!

Medication-All medication, including epipens, inhalers/spacers and any other medical supplies must be picked up by the parent on or before the last day of school and cannot be stored in the health office. Medication cannot be sent home in student backpacks. Any medication not picked up by 1:00 PM on June 14, 2024, will be discarded.

Medical Forms-All forms for the 24/25 school year can be found below:

Health Information & Resources - Normandy Park Elementary School (morrisschooldistrict.org)

Please be sure to make a copy of all forms prior to submitting them to the school. All forms should be clearly marked with your child's name on it and address the envelope to the NURSE. All forms are due prior to the first day of school. Note: Forms can be sent to school at any time, as I will be checking in periodically over the summer to collect and process paperwork as it is received.

Here is some information on the Morristown Public Library Summer Reading program.

Registration for MSD Summer Music Academy is now OPEN!

We invite you to join us this summer for what promises to be yet another fun and comprehensive 4-week musical experience, offering daily small group lessons with world-class specialists, large and small ensemble rehearsals, and additional classes like guitar, piano, music tech, and jazz lab!

This exciting opportunity is open to students grades 4-12, from any school, in any school district! No prior experience needed!

Camp dates: June 24 - July 19th, 8am - 12pm

Take your skills to the next level! Join the MSD Summer Music Academy today!

Click here to get started!

Please email ariel.ocasio@msdk12.net if you have any further questions

As the school year draws to a close, we at Normandy Park School want to take a moment to express our sincere gratitude for your ongoing support throughout the year. Your dedication to your child's education and school experience has been instrumental in their growth and development.

We appreciate your presence at school events, your willingness to volunteer your time, and your open communication throughout the year. Your partnership has created a positive and enriching learning environment for all our students.

A heartfelt thank you to our incredible Home and School Association! A special shout-out to the 23-24 HSA Executive board:

Co-Presidents: Dani Wolber & Angela Finlay

Secretary: Terryann Bradley

Treasurer: Heather Nadel

Enlace Hispanohablante: Karen Argenal

VP Communications: Vanessa McCloughy & Sara Canavan

VP Community Outreach: Emily Groendyke

We simply couldn't have had such a fantastic school year without the tireless dedication of our amazing Home and School Association (HSA). Their hard work and enthusiasm have created countless opportunities for our students and families to connect, learn, and grow together.

From the Raffle, the color run, organization of monthly parent/family events, and their ongoing support for teachers and classrooms, the HSA has enriched our school community in so many ways.

Their passion and commitment truly make a difference.

Click here to visit our Home and School Association website!

Create a profile on our NPS HSA Membership Toolkit to enable your participation in the school directory (grade/teacher), sign up to receive the Home and School Association's weekly newsletter, submit club forms, volunteer and more!

Please see the following charts for a summary of the how HSA raised income and spent funds to support the school community!

Show your NPS pride! Purchase NPS school gear directly from Redbubble. A small percentage of profits will be returned to NPS with your purchase!

Follow the NPS HSA on Social Media:

Instagram: @nps_wizards

Facebook: Normandy Park School HSA

Dear Parents/guardians,

It seems impossible to believe but this is my final newsletter. Since 2020 I have been writing Counselor newsletters; first weekly and later monthly. I hope you have found them helpful and have learned a little something through them.

It’s wild for me to think that I have been with the Morris School District for 26 years. I have been fortunate to have worked with students from every grade level preschool to high school. This has been an incredible journey and I want to thank you for sharing your family with me.

My final messages to you as parents are these, as much of the world has gotten more challenging, make sure to continue to model kindness to your children. Teach them how to play well with others in the proverbial sandbox; to read, learn and talk to people of different cultures and religions, as well as people from the LGBTQ and the differently abled communities. Work with your child(ren) on acceptance and understanding, even if you don’t always understand or agree yourself. Help them learn to think critically and ask deep questions. Remind them that everyone has something difficult that they are dealing with in life, some are visible and others are not.

Step away from all the devices and play games, go to the park, blow bubbles, volunteer in the community, look at the stars, take time to dance, sing, paint, cook, be silly, throw a ball around or just tell jokes. Talk with them about the many heroes in the world, including members of your family. Hug your child(ren) often and tell them how much you love them (even when they drive you nuts). Instead of telling them you are proud of them, explain what actions they have done that they should be proud of. Be kind to yourself as a parent. Parenting is wonderful and hard. If you are struggling, make sure to ask for help, from family, friends, or any of the amazing staff at Normandy Park. It truly takes a village to raise a child and we can all benefit from support.

Although I am moving on to another chapter in my life, I know you’ve got this and you are in good hands at Normandy Park and, for those moving on, at Frelinghuysen. To all my wonderful students, parents, and guardians (and of course my amazing staff and friends) I will miss you all and wish you the very best!

Stay awesome!

Cheryl

SUPPORT OUR STUDENTS WITH A GIFT TO THE MORRIS EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION!

The Morris Educational Foundation (MEF) works year-long in collaboration with the Morris School District community to bring resources to all students and all schools. Together, we help everyone Imagine the Possibilities - and make it a reality.

This includes funding for annual Cultural Arts programming, classroom grants as well as literacy programs and resources to name a few. We rely on our donors to make this all possible and during this season of giving, we ask for you to consider a gift at bit.ly/MEFgift to help us continue our impact for the ‘23-24 school year.

Click here to learn more about the MEF's impact. The Morris School District is an amazing place, and the MEF is proud to be its partner for over 30 years. We hope you will join us this school year to Imagine the Possibilities!

Click here for Breakfast and Lunch Menus.

For additional information on MSD Breakfast and Lunch, please click here to visit the district's website.

Students can bring and/or purchase lunch. Free and reduced meals are provided to families who qualify for support.

Students who qualify for Free and Reduced Lunch qualify for free/reduced breakfast as well. Applications are available through PaySchools. Click the link to create your PaySchool account (ENG or ESP) Once you create your account, the Free & Reduced Application will be available complete online. Please note that you do not have to print out the application if you complete it online; it will be electronically sent to the Board Office once completed. You may also complete an application using a computer in the main office of your child's school or request a paper application.

If you do not qualify for Free and Reduced Lunch, please follow these procedures for purchasing school breakfast or lunch:

• Backpack an envelope with your child's name on it, marked "Food Services.
• Include your child's name in the memo line of your check.
• You may prepay for multiple breakfasts or lunches with one check or lump sum of money, which will then be deposited onto your child's food services account.
• Payment may also be made online ( (ENG or ESP); a small fee will be charged with each transaction. This is a secure and convenient way to make payments and keep your account up to date.
• Payment may be made in cash or check (payable to "Morris School District"

MEAL PRICING:

***Meal Prices for School Year 2023-2024***

Elementary Breakfast

$1.50

Elementary Lunch

$3.00

Reduced Price Breakfast

$0.00

Reduced Price Lunch

$0.00

Milk

$0.75

Checks are made payable to "Morris School District".

Please use the digital blue note form for any dismissal changes. The main office will notify the homeroom teachers of the dismissal change. For absences, continue to contact the school nurse.

• If you know that you child will be tardy or absent from school, it is requested that you notify the nurse in advance. This can be done by phone at 973-889-7960 x 6152. Voicemail is operational 24 hours daily.

• You may also contact her office by email at: francesca.ecker@msdk12.net

• Students who arrive tardy (after 8:55am) must report immediately to the Health Office upon arrival to school for a late pass

• June 11th- Dentist Visit

Click here to view Morris School District (MSD) 2024-2025 School calendar.

· Parent Handbook

· Arrival and Dismissal Procedures

· Free and Reduced Meal Application

· Sunset and Sunrise