ABIS Happenings

The 7th Grade Social Studies classes have started a contest between the different period. Each class has created a house sigil and class motto that matches what we will be studying in the Middle Ages. The winning class at the end of each marking period will be getting a special prize. Classes can receive points by completing assignments, having great behavior, and doing acts of kindness throughout the school. This is all leading up to a special competition at the end of the year!

Last week, Mrs. Bachorik, Mr. Jeros, and Mr. Pacheco went into each grade-level to talk about expectations for the year, tips on how to have a successful school year, conflict resolution, and information about Vo-Tech. Students also filled out an “about me” worksheet that the counseling team will use to get to know students as well as finding out ways to better support their needs.

Voting is now open for September Staff of the Month. Please, take a moment, follow the link provided, and nominate an ABIS staff member who you believe helps support the ABIS Community and makes you feel exceptional.

30 September - Fall Sports Photos

3 October - PTA Meeting

7-11 October - Week of Respect

10 October - Hispanic Heritage Night

17-25 October - Fall Book Fair

Attention 6th Grade Parents and Guardians:

Please remember to submit proof of immunization for the required 6th grade vaccines: Tdap and Meningococcal. Documentation should be submitted by September 30, 2024.

Time spent outdoors is something we all look forward to. Unfortunately hiking, biking or just spending time in our yards or in the woods can increase the chance of tick exposure. The NJ Department of Health has provided this resource which provides excellent information NJ residents can use to reduce exposure to ticks/tick-borne illness. Click on the link - excellent information!

If your child is planning to participate in ABIS sponsored sports, please take some time to review this information

The ONLY sports paperwork accepted for school-sponsored sports is the current NJSIAA physical. For the spanish version please click here. They are available on the district website, and for your convenience the link is also provided in this email. These forms were updated July 2024, so please be sure you are using the updated paperwork.

Physicals are to be performed by the student's medical provider. There will be no school-based physicals. Please contact your child's healthcare provider for information with regard to the physical.

Completed physicals need to be submitted to the school nurse. They are then sent to the district physician for final approval. No athlete can participate unless the physical is approved, so please arrange to have physical paperwork submitted by the due date.

Before taking the physical documents from the medical provider, check and make sure the provider has signed and dated the form in all required areas, including the eligibility and Cardiac Module areas. The school district physician cannot approve any physical missing these signatures.

For students who use an inhaler or epinephrine auto-injector: medical authorization is required each new school year and must be on file in the school health office.

Sports physicals are valid for 365 days from the date of the physical. If your child plans to participate in school based sports, it is suggested to bring sports physical paperwork with you when your child goes for their annual checkup.

The due date for all sports physical paperwork for Winter Sports is November 13, 2024. This is the last date physicals will be accepted.

Two movies will be shown. Family-friendly first and classic horror second. Advanced seating is required for one or both showings. Space is limited. Reserve your seats here.

Here is the ABIS October Issue from the Manville Public Library. It includes a variety of upcoming events and some other interesting shares.

The Environmental Education Center at Lord Stirling Park located in Basking Ridge offers year-round programs for everyone! After-school drop off programs for kids ages 5-13 (day varies based on age group), programs geared for families to get out and explore together, and even programs for adults. No matter your interest, we have a program that can help you explore!
https://www.somersetcountyparks.org/environmental-education-center

The Manville Food Pantry will be open the second Saturday of each month at the Faith in Action Church at 228 S. Main Street. Please make sure to bring your ID and a bag.

Feeding Hands is also offering assistance the fourth Saturday of each month at Emmanuel Baptist Church, 34 South Third Avenue. See the flyer for dates and more details.

Empower Somerset is holding two, in-person Teen Speak workshops for Spanish-speaking parents and caregivers this month. Teen Speak is an evidence-based, skill-building workshop that helps parents improve communication with their teens and aims to reduce common teen risk behaviors such as mental health concerns, sex, and substance use. Click here and here to view flyers.