• May 17, 2024 - Spring Star Reports Backpacked Home
• May 20-24, 2024 - NJSLA ELA/MATH Make-Ups
• May 21-22, 2024 - Grade 5 NJSLA Science Testing
• May 22, 2024 - Coffee with the Superintendent at 7:00 PM - HS Media Center
• May 23, 2024 - Incoming Kindergarten Parent/Child Orientation at 1:30 PM
• May 24, 2024 - PTO Sponsored Brain Wash Game Show Assembly
• May 27, 2024 - No School Memorial Day
• May 28, 2024 - No School / Staff In-Service Day
• May 28, 2024 - Incoming Kindergarten Student Screening (by appointment only)
• May 30, 2024 - PTO Color Run 3:15 PM (rain date May 31st)
• June 4, 2024 - TJS Field Day! (Rain Date June 11th)
• June 4, 2024 - MPS District Art Show
• June 5, 2024 - Holocaust Speaker Presentation for 4th and 5th Graders
• June 6, 2024 - Fifth Grade Dare Graduation Pool Event
• June 7, 2024 - First Grade Parent Tea
• June 7, 2024 - TJS Spirit Wear Day
• June 7, 2024 - PTO Jamboree (Rain Date June 13th)
• June 11, 2024 - Grade 5 Staff Vs. Student Kickball Game after school
• June 12, 2024 - Fifth Grade More Than Madison Presentations 9:15 AM
• June 12, 2024 - Madison SEPAG Meeting
• June 18, 2024 - Grade 5 Recognition Ceremony 9:30 AM
• June 19, 2024 - No School Juneteenth
• June 20, 2024 - Last Day of School Single Session Early Dismissal Day 12:45 PM
• June 20, 2024 - 5th Grade Breakfast/Yearbook Signing/Clap Out

Click the link below to access and print the calendar for the month of MAY. As a family try to do as many of the boxes as you can during the entire month of May! You will see that many of the activities are geared toward Mindfulness activities since the month of May is Mental Health Awareness Month. This month's activity calendar was co-created by STEAM/Technology Teacher, Ms. D'Amico and Third Grade Teacher, Ms. Jenna Madden!

Today in your child's backpack you will find copies of the most recent Renaissance Star assessments that were completed in reading and math during the month of April/May. Parents/guardians of students in grades 1 to 5 received copies of Star Early Literacy and/or Star Reading, and Star Math assessments. Kindergarten parents/guardians received copies of Star CBM reports for reading and math. Our educators utilize the data to drive their whole class and small group instruction.

As we approach National Dairy Month in June, we are excited to share with you our latest Nutrition News video featuring Spring Run Dairy. The video highlights the importance of dairy in a balanced diet and showcases the dedication of dairy farmers in providing wholesome products to our communities.

You can watch the video by clicking on the following link: Nutrition News: Spring Run Dairy

On a personal note, I wanted to share what a fantastic experience it was working with the animals at Spring Run Dairy. Their care and commitment to their animals truly shines through and it was an honor to witness firsthand.

Healthy regards,

Toni Marie Bowman, MBA, RDN, SNS

Director of Nutrition Services

Phone – (973) 241-3013

Congratulations fourth and fifth grade students for a tremendous performance which took place at MJS on Thursday, May 16th. Thank you to our dedicated staff: Mrs. Adkins, Band Director, Mrs. Quinlan, Orchestra Director, and Mrs. McEachern, General Music and Chorus Teacher for their continued supports of our young musicians. Thank you to Mrs. Snider, district instructional coach of the arts, for her continuous support of our elementary programs and to the parents/guardians for their commitment to all the early mornings and at home practice sessions that allow the students to be ready to perform each spring.

Are you interested in supporting the visual and performing arts in the Madison Public Schools? Madison Music & Arts will be holding a general interest meeting on Monday, May 20 at 7:30pm in the Madison High School A Hall Conference Room. Topics of discussion include electing the new slate of officers, discussing past and upcoming events, and looking for volunteers. We are very excited that the new superintendent, Danielle Shanley, will also be attending! Madison Music & Arts is a parent-volunteer run group which advocates for and fundraises to support all visual and performing arts programs in all five schools throughout the district. For more information on MMA, visit madisonmusicarts.org

The Madison Special Education Parent Advisory Group represents parents of children with disabilities who are eligible for or receiving services under an IEP or 504 plan. To join and receive meeting information, please register via our directory at www.madisonsepag.com"

The 2024 Meeting Date Are As Follows:

• June 12th

More details can be found on the SEPAG website Meetings page.

Are you ready to party and celebrate the end of an awesome school year? Get ready for a final hurrah! Watch the kids:

• Bounce high on inflatables

• Strike poses with pals at the photo booth

• Dance the day away with our DJ

• Express themselves with face painting

• Create with Spin Art

• Back by popular demand, the Fifth graders and teachers will take the plunge in our dunk tank!

But wait, there's more! This year, we're firing up the grill with a BBQ from Green Village Meatpacking Co! Sink your teeth into juicy burgers, sizzle with hot dogs, or go veggie with our tasty options. Don't forget the sides and a mountain of watermelon!

BBQ tickets must be purchased in advance to ensure we're stocked up and ready to roll. We encourage you to grab your Jamboree tickets (bracelets, raffles, tickets, coupons) in advance and go digital. Pizza and ice cream will still be available to purchase the day of.

Let's make memories together – see you there!

Click here to sign up to help at the Jamboree!

Field Day is June 4th (raindate June 11)!! We can use LOTS of volunteers to help the day run smoothly! Please consider signing up for the AM or PM session, or both!

Field Day 2024 Parent Volunteer Sign-Up - Google Sheets

The 2nd TJS Color Run will be here in 2 weeks! An email was sent out this week with reminders and tips for the day of.

WANT TO HELP? We would LOVE your help! Thank you! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090C4CA4AF23A7FB6-49649444-tjscolor

We are so thankful for all of the hard work of our “village”. We look forward to celebrating the many volunteers that made our PTO so successful this year. Click Here to RSVP. We understand spring schedules fluctuate, but we’d like a general headcount.

Registration is OPEN for the 2024 MEF Pickleball Tournament on Saturday, June 1, 2024. Register individually or with a partner for a fast-paced, fundraising day of round-robin style play.

• Adults 18 and up
• Prize baskets and medals sponsored by The Spelker Real Estate Team
• Lunch offering for purchase from Harvest Bistro
• Registration cost is $65

NEW THIS YEAR is the MEF Youth Pickle & Play on Sunday, June 2, 2024. Register your kids for a fun morning of pickleball games and tournament play. Activities will be tailored by experience and age (elementary, middle, and high school). Beginners welcome!

• Ages 18 and under
• Warm up led by CrossFit 377
• Prizes and refreshments
• Registration cost is $30
• Parent/guardian must be present for kids 10 and under

These events WILL sell out. Learn more and register HERE.

Don't forget to follow Torey J. on Instagram @toreyjsabatini to see all of the wonderful things happening in our school community.