Central Elementary
December 2023
Mid-December 2023
Principal's Message
Happy Holidays! I sincerely hope that everyone has the opportunity this break to spend some much needed downtime with family, friends, and other loved ones. As a former Latin teacher, my favorite celebration has always been the Winter Solstice. The darkest day of the year can seem so gloomy, but within, a promise, everyday that follows will have more light. I hope you take that promise with you into the New Year!
A special note from our Library specialist Mr. Sacks:
We have had several incidents of water bottles opening in backpacks and damaging library books. We appreciate your cooperation in their replacement. For efficiency sake, perhaps remind your child to keep their water bottles separate, or ensure that they are firmly closed before loading them into their backpacks. A designated ziploc bag for their library book is always a good measure of protection as well.
Mr. Monafis
Please Note: This Newsletter contains important information, please read carefully.
👨🏫 Staff Highlight 👩🏫
Congratulations to Central's Governor’s Educators of the Year!
The New Jersey Department of Education celebrates educators through the Governor's Educators of the Year, acknowledging their exceptional service to students and the profession. This program fosters a culture of excellence, instills pride, and highlights the outstanding work of educators for public recognition. Congratulations to our exceptional staff members!🏆🍎
Mr. Ronga - Teacher of the Year
Mrs. Bolderman - Educational Services Professional of the year
Watch the video of all WTPS Educator's of the Year!
#WallTogether
December Checklist 2023
🏫 CAPE
Join CAPE
Central Elementary School boasts a strong PTO organization called CAPE (Central Association of Parents and Educators). If you are looking for ways to get involved with your school, this is a great place to start. Please click below for links to CAPE's website and Facebook pages.
📅 Save the Date
🛍️ Holiday Gift Bag Collection
Mrs. Crepeau is collecting gently used holiday gift bags and reusable shopping bags for CAPE. Please drop them off to her room during the months of December & January. Thank you!
❤️ Great Kindness Challenge
🎙️ Lip Sync
📰 District News
Social Media & Cell Phone Safety Family Evening
January 17, 2023
5:30-7:30 PM
Location TBD
💰 Fundraisers
❄️ 3rd Grade Winterfest
Friday, January 19th
6:30pm
WIS Cafeteria
More information to come!
🎬 Central School in Action!
Blessing Bag Donations
Students collected items to create Blessing Bags for the homeless, including heartfelt cards!
A big thank you to all who contributed and also to our 5th-grade classes for assembling these bags!
Holiday Outreach Event
Holiday Shop & PJ Donation Week
PJ Day! 12/4/23
✏️ In the classroom
Therapy Dog Visit: 12.13.23
Hanukkah Celebrations
Mrs. Addonizio's class played dreidel and made potato latkes to celebrate Chanukah!
WHS Heroes & Cool Kids 5th Grade Lessons
Wall High School's Heroes and Cool Kids paid a visit to Wall Elementary schools last week, sharing valuable lessons on character building and resilience with our 5th graders.
Showing Gratitude for One Another
Students in Mr. Ronga's class gave the gift of kindness to others by expressing their gratitude to one another.
🧠 7 Mindsets
Student Wellness Newsletter
Healthy Habits for the Holidays
📖 Yearbook Information
🍽️ Food Services
❗ Important Information
Jackets in Gym 🧥
Mr. Knight, Mr. Farrell, & Mr. LaFerlita would like to remind all that they should bring their jackets to gym until Thanksgiving. Maximizing outside time is a priority before the cold winter months.
Daily Transportation Changes 🗃️
We know that changes happen. We also know that they can happen last minute. However, please know that we dismiss over 500 students a day in many different ways. We can accommodate changes as they come, but do ask that calls to the office for transportation changes come in no later than 2:45pm. Please help us ensure the safety and secure dismissal of all our students.
Parking Lot Advisories 🚦
Please be advised that during arrival and dismissal the south parking lot (across from the church) is not accessible to parent pick up or drop off. Our buses must have a safe area to depart from and we cannot have additional traffic in this area. Please refrain from entering this parking lot during arrival and dismissal times. Please utilize the private transportation line for that purpose.
Private Transportation 🚗
Private Transportation operates at peak efficiency after a few weeks of school have passed. When parents/cars are recognized as regulars, the line moves much quicker. Thank you for your patience as we get acquainted with your vehicle/pickup person. Please note that the Private Transportation line moves much faster when the driver remains in the vehicle. If your child is capable of opening/closing their car door, sitting in their seat, and buckling in, please encourage them to do so. In this way, we can keep the line moving!
Transportation 🚌
Please remember to check the transportation status sheet on the website to know if there are any buses running late. In the event of a change that takes place close to arrival or dismissal, I will send out a notification.
Technology 💻
Our first through fifth grade students are so fortunate to have 1:1 Chromebooks at school. These devices are assigned to every child and will advance with the learner each year. Since students will have these devices for five years, we are encouraging our students to take care of their technology! In case a Chrome book is intentionally damaged, families will have to pay for repairs.
From time to time, teachers, mainly 4th and 5th grade, may assign homework assignments that require device access. In case your child needs a Chrome book at home, please contact our School Family Liaison Counselor Ms. Crepeau (screpeau@wallpublicschools.org/732-556-2556) or myself (emonafis@wallpublicschools.org).
Our Technology teacher will ensure that your child gets a device to borrow for the 2023-2024 school year. The borrowed device must be returned by May 31st.
Dress Code 👗
Shoes must be worn at all times. Shoes must have a back or support strap - NO FLIP FLOPS!
The length of shorts, skirts, or dresses must be no shorter than mid-thigh.
Athletic uniforms (padding, helmets, footwear) and bathing trunks are inappropriate attire. Boxer shorts, spandex shorts, or cutoffs are not permissible. All garments must be hemmed. Team jerseys are OK.
Students may not wear tube, tank, halter, spaghetti-straps, or see-through tops. Off-the-shoulder tops and backless dresses may not be worn to school. Sleeveless tops will be permitted as long as the top of the shoulder is covered. Midriffs must always be covered.
Clothing with large holes and tears in it may not be worn to school.
Headgear may not be worn indoors. Hats will be confiscated.
Words or pictures that are not appropriate for the school environment may not appear on clothing.
Chains, choker studs, or any other similar adornments are prohibited.
Students are to refrain from wearing sunglasses or tinted glasses of any type in school without a written doctor’s recommendation on file with the school nurse.
Central Elementary School: 732-556-2540