The Generals' Update
Your Guide to DDE Events & Announcements 9/29/2024
A Peek into the Life of a General
THIS WEEK'S SCHEDULE
- Thursday, October 3rd: No School, Rosh Hashanah
- Friday, October 4th: No School, Rosh Hashanah
For a comprehensive view of all sports, activities, and events use the DDE Calendar of Events.
This Week's Spotlight
i-Ready Testing
All students will be taking part in i-Ready testing this week.
Please ensure that your General brings wired headphones and
a well charged Chromebook to school with them each day.
STAFF SHOUT OUTS!
Looking for a way to give an Eisenhower Staff Member a quick note of appreciation?
If there is a staff member at DDE you'd like to acknowledge - and it can be anyone, from teacher, coach, or lunch assistant to custodial staff, teacher assistant, interventionist, guidance, Child Study Team, bus driver, or front office staff - please complete this STAFF SHOUT OUT form. We would love the opportunity to celebrate them!
Mrs. Gambino & Mr. McManus
8th GRADE HAPPENINGS
Information regarding high school opportunities for rising freshmen can be found here as it is shared with the Guidance Office. Students can also visit the guidance office "8th grade corner" bulletin board, or guidance counselors to get the information!
FTHS - International Baccalaureate (IB)
OPEN HOUSE INFO - 10/22/24
FRHSD
SCHOOL PICTURES
All students who were present on 9/24 had their photo taken. If you are interested in ordering a package you may do so online using the following link:
DDE PRE-ORDER LINK. Preorder Code: DDES 2024
Once we have secured a make-up day with Kids At Heart, we will share it with you.
KRINGLE CANDLE FUNDRAISER - Ends 10/1/2024
The PTO will receive 35% back of all sales! Please, please, please create those shopping links and share with family and friends! This is a very easy fundraiser for the PTO, if each family purchased even just one thing and then shared with family/friends that would be amazing. Fundraising only works if people participate! All PTO fundraising goes to support the students and the school.
Get started by registering here - https://portal.meadowfarms.com/?page=authSignup&groupid=1221002
What are Kringle Candles?
Kringle Candle, created by the founder of Yankee Candle Company, began in 2009 after the sale of Yankee Candle. Kringle Candle distinguishes itself through its curated selection of quality scents and artisanal craftsmanship redefining the candle industry. From premium wax blends to exquisite fragrance oils sourced from around the globe, let Kringle Candle set the mood for your cozy night, or vibrant gathering. All orders will be shipped directly to you!
BAGEL SALES
All sales are presale and are available on all 1/2 days September through May.
Buy them HERE.
MEMBERSHIP
If you haven't already done so, please consider joining the PTO! Members will receive weekly emails full of information!! The PTO helps fund activities for all Eisenhower students! Please check your membership status. There are a number of families who created accounts, but have not yet completed the membership purchase. JOIN HERE
The success of our PTO depends on you! Please visit the PTO website to connect and see what is planned! Get the most up to date information! https://ddepto.membershiptoolkit.com/
Nurse's Corner
CHROMEBOOKS/TECHNOLOGY ISSUES
If you have technology issues, please email Mr. Goldstein at sgoldstein@freeholdtwp.k12.nj.us.
From the Office
OFFICE STAFF
Mrs. Linda DiStasi, Principal's Secretary (ldistasi@freeholdtwp.k12.nj.us)
Ms. Danielle Wright, Guidance Secretary (dwright@freeholdtwp.k12.nj.us)
Mrs. Karen Loges, Office Assistant (kloges@freeholdtwp.k12.nj.us)
Please refer to our GENERAL INFORMATION sheet for answers to many questions!
Ms. Anastassia Yaccarino
School Nurse
732-431-3910 x4108
ayaccarino@freeholdtwp.k12.nj.us
Please refer to the NURSE REFERENCE GUIDE for information.
UPCOMING EVENTS
- Monday, October 14th: No School, Staff in Service
- Tuesday, October 15th: Board of Ed Meeting, 7:00 pm
INFORMATION/FLYERS
Need to translate the Genesis Parent Portal into another language?
To see your child's Genesis Parent Portal in another language:
- Sign into Genesis.
- Scroll down to the bottom of the page.
- 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.
Website: http://dde.freeholdtwp.k12.nj.us/
Location: 279 Burlington Road, Freehold, NJ 07728
Phone: 732-431-3910
Twitter: @ftsdde