CDW Weekly Wrap-Up

Today marks the Mid-Point of Marking Period 1. The teachers will take the opportunity to enter comments about your child(ren) and how they are doing with the content in each class. These comments are compiled in a Mid-Marking Period Interim Report. This will continue for each marking period of the school year.

If you have any questions about any of the comments on the Interim Report and/or grades that you see in the Grading module, please feel free to contact the teacher(s) for more information.

The Mid-Marking Period Interim Reports will be available for parents to view on Wednesday, October 9th at 12:00 PM.

The sign-in and password provided for the Genesis Parent Portal are for parent/guardian use only. Please do not share your sign-in and password with your child(ren). Students should not be checking the Genesis Parent Portal during school hours. Thank you in advance for your cooperation with this matter.

• Please arrange a meeting area with your child(ren) so that you can locate them efficiently.
• Please do not park in a spot labeled with a number and/or cross the parking lot during dismissal. The teacher-assigned spots are reserved for teacher use only and must be available from 7:45 am to 3:15 pm. Additionally, please do not use the visitor parking spots in front of CDW from 2:45 pm to 3:15 pm to pick up your child(ren). Parking in these spots impacts the traffic pattern as vehicles are leaving Interschool Drive.
• Please do not park and/or exit your vehicle regardless of whether your child(ren) is at TBD or CDW.
• Please do not block designated emergency lanes that connect TBD and CDW.
• Please use BOTH LANES on Interschool Drive for Pick-Up. A staff member will be available to cross your child(ren).

Fall Frenzy Week: October 28th to November 1st

Monday: Fall Sports Jersey

Tuesday: Pink Out Day

Wednesday: Pajama Pants Day

Thursday: Halloween Costume Day

Friday: Spirit Day (green and white)

*CDW will be supporting the Breast Cancer Research Foundation by selling rubber bracelets at lunch for $2 on Tuesday (10/29), Wednesday (10/30), and Thursday (10/31).

As in the past, the students and staff members are invited to wear their Halloween costumes to school. We will recognize Halloween at CDW on Thursday, October 31st. Although teachers may engage students in Halloween-themed lessons/activities, we will follow a regular schedule.

When your child(ren) is choosing a Halloween costume, please remember:

• The costume must allow the student to see to ensure safety.

• If the costume has an accompanying weapon (knife, sword, gun, bow/arrow, etc.), your child may not be permitted to bring it to school.

• Your child will wear the costume for the length of the school day so it should be something that allows him/her to walk and sit comfortably.

• Costumes should comply with our dress code (Student Handbook).

• Students do not have to wear a costume. Some students might opt to wear black and orange.

Dr. Sullivan will be hosting Technology Help Sessions to help with Chromebook use, organizing assignments, sending emails, and more! If your child(ren) needs help with one or more of these tasks, please have him/her see Dr. Sullivan at the following days/times:

Grade 5- Tuesday, October 8th during Period 5A

Grade 6- Wednesday, October 9th during Period 5A

Grade 7- Tuesday, October 8th during Period 5B

Grade 8- Wednesday, October 9th during Period 5B

Thank you to all of the volunteers, students, and parents who spent their time this past weekend raising money for the Class of 2025 Graduation Events. Thank you to all of the community members who dropped off clothing or graciously allowed the students to wash their cars! Your support is beyond appreciated. Enjoy pictures from the events below.

Here is the September edition of our District Newsletter that was sent out from Dr. Da Giau on Monday, September 30th.

On Monday, October 21st, CDW will be hosting John Halligan for Grade 7 and Grade 8 Student Assemblies during the school day and a Parent-Only Assembly at 7:00 PM in the CDW Lynch Gym. For the Parent Assembly, RSVP HERE.

"Ryan's Story" is an impactful and emotional presentation that sheds light on the devastating effects of bullying and cyberbullying. The presentation is based on the personal experience of John Halligan, who tragically lost his son Ryan to suicide as a result of relentless bullying. Through sharing his family's heartbreaking journey, Halligan aims to raise awareness, promote empathy, and empower parents to take action in preventing bullying.

During the presentation, John Halligan will discuss the warning signs of bullying, the role of technology in cyberbullying, and the importance of fostering open communication with children. He will also provide valuable insights into how parents can support their children, create a safe environment, and effectively address bullying incidents.

For more information, visit www.ryanpatrickhalligan.org.

8th Grade Information

If your child is applying to a different high school, please make sure he/she is following the procedural guidelines outlined on Ms. Adamo’s Google Classroom. If you or your child have additional questions, please contact Ms. Adamo at adamoj@nvnet.org or 201-664-1465 ext. 2203.

Ms. Adamo will also be posting information regarding NVOT on her Google Classroom. This way, students and families can locate the information easily.

Upcoming important dates:

NVOT Open House, October 16th, 6:00 PM- 8:00 PM. The tour of the building begins at 5:00 PM.

8th Grade NVOT visit: October 18, 9:00 AM-12:30 PM. During this visit, students will learn more about NVOT and their elective options for 9th grade. As ninth graders, students will take two electives, which they will choose during their 8th grade scheduling conference. These conferences typically take place at the end of January and occur at CDW, during the hours of 8:30 AM- 3:00 PM. Ms. Adamo, along with a representative from NVOT, meets with each eighth grader and his/her parent/guardian to answer any questions about NVOT, to choose ninth-grade electives, and their world language. All other courses are based upon recommendations from the student’s eighth grade teachers.

All Grades

Should you have any questions or concerns regarding your child’s academic, social or emotional needs, please contact me at adamoj@nvnet.org or 201-664-1475 ext. 2203.

The soccer team fell short to Northvale on Monday 3-2, but left it all out on the field. On Tuesday, they lost to Closter, but they will have another chance versus Closter next week!

The boys volleyball team defeated Northvale on Monday, but fell short to Closter on Tuesday. They currently have a 3-1 winning record and improve each time they step out on the court.

The girls volleyball team fell to Northvale on Monday and Closter on Tuesday in two grueling matches. They certainly played hard and battled until the end.

HERE is the Northern Valley Co-Ed Soccer and Volleyball Schedules and Game Locations on the CDW Website.

All games begin at 3:45 PM.

Home Co-Ed Soccer games are played on the CDW Field.

Home Boys and Girls Volleyball games are played in the Rossi Gym at CDW.

The Preparticipation Physical Evaluation (PPE) may ONLY be completed by a licensed physician, advanced practice nurse (APN), or physician assistant (PA) who has completed the Student-Athlete Cardiac Assessment professional development module. You must verify that your medical provider has completed this module before scheduling an appointment for a PPE. The licensed physician, APN, or PA who performs the physical examination must complete the remaining two pages of the PPE and insert the examination date on the PPE on page 3 and Clearance Form on page 4.

• A Health History Update Questionnaire is required if a physical examination was completed more than 90 days before the first day of tryouts/practice. The documents must be completed and signed by the student's parent/guardian. The student and parent/guardian must read/review the Sudden Cardiac Pamphlet and Concussion Policy Acknowledgement Form.
• If applicable, the Athlete with Special Needs Supplemental History Form is on page two of the PPE. The date of the required physical examination is at the top of the page.
• Forms will NOT be accepted with blanks so please have the medical provider fill out the form completely.
• The licensed physician, APN, or PA must also sign the certification statement on the PPE form attesting to the completion of the professional development module. Each board of education and charter school or nonpublic school governing authority must retain the original signed certification on the PPE form to attest to the qualification of the licensed physician, APN, or PA to perform the PPE.
• If a student's participation is NOT approved, the school district will provide a written notification to the parent/guardian, signed by the school physician of the disapproval reason(s).

Please click here to access all documents and forms that need to be reviewed and/or completed and submitted.

If you would like to purchase a 2024-2025 Discount Card and Dicks Sporting Goods Coupon Book, visit the OT PTO website.

The discount card is $20.

The Dicks Sporting Goods Coupon Book is $15.

The schools truly value the partnership we have with the Old Tappan PTO! Please join the PTO and support their organization. Visit OTPTO.org, click "For Sale," and then "Membership."

The PTO Meetings for the 2024-2025 school year are listed below. Babysitting is offered at the night meetings.

Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 9:00 AM in the BOE Conference Room

Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 7:30 PM in the CDW Media Center

Thursday, January 23, 2024 at 9:00 AM in the BOE Conference Room

Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 7:30 PM in the CDW Media Center

Thursday, April 24, 2024 at 9:00 AM in the BOE Conference Room

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 7:30 PM in the CDW Media Center

Have you purchased Chromebook Insurance for your child(ren)'s school-issued device yet?

We highly suggest that you purchase insurance! We have already had to submit many claims! Please refer to the information below, or you may purchase directly from smartechins.com/oldtappan.

Homework Club began on Wednesday, October 2nd. Please see the flyer below to sign up!

On Thursday, January 23, 2025 (Snow date: Monday, January 27, 2025) from 3:30-4:30 PM, Charles DeWolf Middle School will be offering all sixth through eighth grade students the opportunity to take part in the AMC 8 Math Competition. All interested middle-school students are welcome to join us on that date, as long as you pre-register using the form below.

Additional information about both the AMC 8 Test and The AMC Advantage can be found on their website, and please use this form to sign your child up for the competition.

Please review the Dress Code and Appearance Policy that can also be found in the CDW Student Handbook.

In general terms, clothing should cover the torso and legs to the mid-thigh. Examples of clothing that would be considered unacceptable in a school setting include but are not limited to halter tops, tube tops, tank tops, bare midriff tops, bathing suits, short skirts or short shorts, baggy/sagging pants (pants must not fall below waist), wallet chains, and any clothing advertising drugs, weapons, alcohol, tobacco, vulgarities, or violence. Outdoor clothing, such as coats, jackets, and hats are encouraged during the appropriate seasons since students may spend part of their day outside. Unless otherwise directed, students may not wear hats or hoods in the building.

If your child is not going to attend school, please contact Mrs. McCarthy at 201-664-1475 ext. 2103 or McCarthy@nvnet.org.

In an effort to minimize the potential spread of illness 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.

The CDW Picture Day will be on Friday, October 18th. All students will take an individual photo that day, whether a package is purchased or not. There will be retakes on Wednesday, October 30th.

We are using the same company we used last year; however, photos are unable to be purchased in advance. All parents will receive an email from Image Art Studios 5-7 days after photos have been taken. In the email you will receive a link to a private photo gallery for your child and will be able to order photos there!

*Grade 8 students: This will be the picture that is used for the 2025 Yearbook.

Students should either bring their lunch from home each day, or parents may order through one of the approved vendors for delivery to CDW. If you order lunch from an approved vendor for delivery, please make sure the vendor knows your child's first and last name and grade level. This will help to ensure your child receives his/her lunch on time. At times, we understand that a parent/guardian may need to drop off lunch at school. All lunches need to be placed on the table with the green tablecloth in the vestibule.

5th/6th Grade Lunch ~ 11:27 AM-12:01 PM

7th/8th Grade Lunch ~ 12:10 PM-12:44 PM

You can find the Lunch Vendors on the Old Tappan School District Website.

October

Wednesday, October 9th-Friday, October 11th~ Grade 7 Overnight Trip

Monday, October 14th~ 12:30 PM Dismissal for Students; Staff PD in Afternoon

Monday, October 14th~ The BOE Meeting is at 8:00 PM in the Board of Education Conference Room.

Friday, October 18th~ Picture Day!

Friday, October 18th~ Grade 8 Visit to NVOT

Monday, October 21st~ Ryan's Story Assembly (Grades 7 & 8) in school;

Parent Presentation at 7:00 PM at CDW

Monday, October 28th~ The BOE Meeting is at 8:00 PM in the Board of Education Conference Room.

Wednesday, October 30th~ Picture Retake Day!

Thursday, October 31st~ Halloween

2024-2025 Approved School Year Calendar

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Location: 275 Old Tappan Road, Old Tappan, NJ, USA
Phone: 201-664-1475
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