We have had a wonderful week with many exciting seasonal activities. Next week is our final week of school for 2024 and we will have our winter class parties, STAR assembly and snowflakes and sparkle dress day on Friday.

Request for Gently Used Clothes for the School Nurse

The school nurse needs gently used, clean clothing to keep on hand for students who may require a change of clothes during the school day. This could include situations such as spills, accidents, or other unforeseen circumstances.

The nurse would greatly appreciate your donation if you have any gently used pants, shorts, leggings or undergarments (sizes 4T, 5T, XS, S, etc.). The clothes should be in good condition, clean, and free from any stains or tears. Donations can be dropped off at the school nurse’s office during school hours or send them with your child to be given to the nurse’s office.

Thank you for your continued support in helping us ensure all of our students are comfortable and well cared for while at school.

Important Information:

Morning drop off for students begins at 8:40am and school begins at 8:51am. For students being dropped off at the K/1 side, please have your child ready to go with their backpack next to them in the back seat. Parents please don't get out of the car in the carline as we have to keep that moving. If you arrive after 8:51, please park and go directly to the office. We need to start our school day on time. Thank you!

Please make sure that there is someone waiting at the bus stop to receive your child every day. Students are not permitted to walk home unsupervised and, therefore, will be returned to the school to await pickup. Please know that this procedure is in place to ensure your child's safety.

All students are reminded to wear and keep their seatbelts on for the duration of the school bus ride. Thank you for reminding and encouraging your child to "stay safe" by keeping their seatbelts on and using a low voice on the bus; your partnership is appreciated and valued.

December 20- Holiday colors, sparkle and snowflakes

• National Special Education Day is celebrated each year on December 2nd. This day commemorates the anniversary of our nation’s first federal special education law, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. (IDEA) Special Education Day honors the milestones and achievements for special education as well as reminds us of the continued progress to come.

• In our weekly Smores we will start to highlight or feature information related to Special Education Awareness and needs of students. This week we will feature autism.

• What is Autism? Autism, or autism spectrum disorder (ASD), refers to a broad range of conditions characterized by needs related to social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech and nonverbal communication.

• According to the Centers for Disease Control, autism affects an estimated 1 in 36 children and 1 in 45 adults in the United States today.

• Autism can look different for everyone, and each person with autism has a distinct set of strengths and challenges. Some individuals with autism are verbal, while others are nonverbal or minimally verbal and communicate in other ways.

• There is not one type of autism. Each person with autism is unique with their own set of strengths and needs. No one should assume that all students with autism are alike just because they have the same diagnosis.

• The best outcome for a student is when parents/caregivers and school staff assume positive intent, collaborate, and communicate in order for students with autism to achieve success in school.

• https://www.autismspeaks.org/ (Resources for Parents and Educators)

Wellness Wednesdays

Every Wednesday teachers will receive an email from Mrs. Pease with a short video or activity they can do with their students on topics such as: mindfulness, yoga, stretching, anxiety, worry, self-care, etc. Teachers will get a new video or activity to incorporate in their classroom each Wednesday for a short 5 minute period. We are so excited to start this new initiative with our students to help promote social and emotional well-being!

https://sites.google.com/lumberton.k12.nj.us/virtualcalmingroom/home

https://sites.google.com/lumberton.k12.nj.us/aeslearningportal/home

Lumberton School District has partnered with Care Solace to support the well-being of students, staff, and their family members. Care Solace is a complimentary and confidential care coordination service that can help you quickly find mental health or substance use treatment options matched to your needs regardless of circumstance. If you would like to use Care Solace to help you find a provider: Call 888-515-0595 available 24/7/365 in any language. Visit www.caresolace.com/lumberton and either search on your own OR click “Book Appointment” for assistance by video chat, email, or phone.

WHEN TO STAY HOME FROM SCHOOL

· Fever over 100 orally within 24hr without fever reducing medications

· Has thrown up in the past 24 hours

· Has had diarrhea two or more times in the past 24 hours

· Seems ill

· Is not able to comfortably participate in school activities

· Coughs or sneezes more than usual

· Has pain in ears, throat, head or chest

· Young students: continual yellow or green drainage from the nose that is unable to be contained or cared for by the student themselves.

· Injury or illness which requires further immediate treatment. Antibiotic treatment of less than 24 hours and the possibility that a student may be communicable to others.

· Suspected contagious diseases (until treatment for 24 - 48hrs)

· chicken pox

· Flu or viral symptoms

· conjunctivitis (pink eye) with drainage

· pediculosis (head lice)

· scabies

· undiagnosed rashes

· untreated and uncovered ringworm

Staying safe means you are making careful choices that keep yourself and others from getting hurt.

Responsibility is an action we take to show we can make good choices, do what is expected of us, and take ownership of our behavior and actions.

Being kind means that you show others you care and do things to make them feel happy.

Interact with others in a way that shows that you care about their well-being and how they feel.

One approach we use to increase self-regulation skills in the classroom is the Zones of Regulation. The Zones is a framework that teaches students to identify feelings and use appropriate coping tools. Feelings and state of alertness are sorted into four colored zones. Students who are well regulated are able to be in the appropriate zone at the appropriate time. We encourage you to try using some of the "Zones" language at home with your child.

Blue Zone: Your body is running slowly. You may feel sad, bored, tired or sick.

Green Zone: Your body is ready to learn! You may feel happy, calm or focused. This is the Zone we expect students to be in for most of the day.

Yellow Zone: This is the caution zone, and your body starts to lose control. You may feel worried, stressed, annoyed, frustrated, silly or excited.

Red Zone: Your body is out of control. You may feel anger, aggression, or terror. This may look like a child having a tantrum or a meltdown.

It’s important to note that there is not a “bad” Zone as all of the Zones are expected at one time or another. More information on the Zones of Regulation can be found here. Kids Like Me also has tips and suggestions for using Zones of Regulation at home.

January 7th - Reorganization

7:30 p.m.

Ashbrook Elementary School

BoE Conference room

33 Municipal Drive

Lumberton, NJ 08048

January 16th - Regular Session

7:30 p.m.

Bobby's Run School

FJ Logandro Performing Arts Center

32 Dimsdale Drive

Ashbrook is working with our PTA to bring in volunteers to help out with our lunch and recess periods. Interested parties can continue to contact the PTA. A big thank you to those volunteers who have served this year in the lunchroom!

The EDC Program is now in its 34th year; program offers a safe, affordable and convenient (on-site) before and after-school childcare for Lumberton students in PreK-3 through 8th grade.

• Hours: open at 6:35am; close at 6pm (open most school days, with exception of a few half day afternoons)

• Program fully funded by parent tuition; discounted tuition offered to income eligible families

• Children are offered a fun, safe and relaxed atmosphere with opportunities for both indoor and outdoor activities

• All activities conducted/monitored by professional and caring staff

For more information, contact Mrs. Diane Solan, Coordinator, or Mrs. Jennifer Grimm, Secretary, by email or phone at 609-267-1406, Ext. 2004

Please make sure you have photo permission turned on in our Genesis Parent Portal.

Email: jkilgore@lumberton.k12.nj.us
Website: lumberton.k12.nj.us
Location: 33 Municipal Drive, Lumberton, NJ, USA
Phone: 609-518-0030