The CDW International Food Festival is back! As in past years, the PTO provides a food item (lunch or dessert category) from their country to share with the students and teachers at CDW. Past participating countries included Armenia, China, Cuba, Greece, India, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Korea, Lithuania, Montenegro, Poland, Spain, Mexico, and USA. Spread the word and if you know someone who is interested in providing food, please let the PTO know.
The date has been set for Tuesday, May 14th, in the CDW Rossi Gym. The PTO will be serving BOTH lunch periods, so from 11:00 AM(set-up) to 12:45 PM(clean-up) serving approximately 400 students and staff.
Thank you and looking forward to a great Food Festival!
On Wednesday, May 22nd, CDW will welcome back Timothy Shoemaker. He has been featured on both the television and radio news. He is an author, editor, and media consultant. He served for over 25 years as a police officer, where he received international acclaim as the U.S. National Drug Abuse Resistance Education Officer of the Year. Additionally, he was also named as the NJ DARE Officer of the Year and eventually received more than two dozen notable awards for his distinguished accomplishments within the community. Timothy spent over a decade visiting multiple K-12 schools. Please see a synopsis about each assembly below.
5th Grade - Description: Drug-Free Decisions
Tragically, drug use has become the leading cause of death and disability for most Americans. It is a worsening trend that threatens the lives and long-term happiness of all American children today. Fortunately, there is an inspirational alternative for kids to turn to. Drug-free decisions don't simply help kids avoid the common pitfalls of substance abuse, they steer kids directly toward the strongest, happiest, and most resilient version of themselves.
6th Grade - Description: The Digital Dilemma
Studies indicate that up to 80% of 6th graders have cell phones and 70% of fourteen-year-olds are using social media. They also show that cell phone and social media use are correlated to an alarming increase in the rate of failing mental health, obesity, eating disorders, body dysmorphia, anxiety, depression, and self-harm. Excessive screen time has been linked to poor sleep habits, declining attention span, reduced cognitive ability, impaired memory, and retention faculties.
To learn more about Timothy's unique story, visit www.TimothyShoemaker.com, or click on the picture above. If you have any questions, please reach out to Mr. Lauriello at lauriello@nvnet.org.
Volunteers play a huge part in the PTO and what we 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.
Charles DeWolf Middle School
Email: santaj@nvnet.org
Website: https://cdw.oldtappanschools.org/
Location: 275 Old Tappan Road, Old Tappan, NJ, USA
Phone: 201-664-1475
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OldTappanSchoolDistrict/