

High School Principal's Message
September 27 - October 4, 2024
KINGSWAY REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
Location: 201 Kings Highway, Woolwich Twp, NJ 08085
Website: krsd.org
Phone: 856-467-3300
Vision for Excellence: It is the vision of the Kingsway Regional School District to successfully prepare students for their unique path in life.
Mission: The Kingsway Regional School District, guided by our core values, engages students within a diverse and nurturing community dedicated to our Vision for Excellence.
Dear School Community,
Each week, you will receive a newsletter with key information to keep you updated. We encourage you to stay engaged and connected with us throughout the year by reading our newsletters, attending school events, and communicating with teachers and administration.
Thank you for being a part of the KRHS family.
Very truly yours,
Stefanie M. Fox-Manno, Principal
Farid Syed, Assistant Principal (Gr. 12)
Jim Zurzolo, Assistant Principal (Gr. 11)
Meredith Alexander, Assistant Principal (Gr. 10)
Steve Ottinger, Assistant Principal (Gr. 9)
Look Ahead/Important Dates
September 30-October 4: Homecoming Tickets on Sale (during SMART)
October 1-3: Senior Portrait Make-Ups (during the school day)
October 3: Financial Aid Information Session (Virtual) @6:30pm
October 9: Senior Class Picture (during SMART)
October 10: KHSAC Meeting @6:30pm
October 10: Make-Up Picture Day (Grades 9-11)
October 14-18: HS Fall Spirit Week
October 14: In-Service Day (No School for Students)
October 17: PSAT (during the school day)
October 17: Board of Education Meeting @6:30pm
October 18: Homecoming Football Game
October 19: Homecoming Dance @6:00pm
Quick Links for Parents/Guardians
Click on the links below to navigate to the information that you need.
GENESIS (log-in screen)
Genesis Parent Guide (links to help guide you with Genesis)
Schoology (log-in page)
Schoology for Parents (information to guide you with Schoology)
Homecoming - Tickets on Sale This Week
Homecoming is here! The 2024 Homecoming Dance will be held on Saturday, October 19th from 6-10pm.
ALL KINGSWAY STUDENTS WHO WISH TO BUY A TICKET TO THE HOMECOMING DANCE MUST PRE-REGISTER PRIOR TO PURCHASING THEIR TICKET.
USE THIS LINK TO PRE-REGISTER NOW!
CHECKLIST & OUTSIDE GUEST PERMISSION SLIP
Tickets are on sale in Aux Gym during SMART (L1 and L2) starting 9/30 and ending 10/4
9/30: Open Sales - All students are able to buy a ticket!
10/1: Students with last names A-I are eligible to purchase a ticket
10/2: Students with last names J-R are eligible to purchase a ticket
10/3: Students with last names S-Z are eligible to purchase a ticket
10/4: LAST CALL! Only eligible to purchase a ticket if you were absent during the Open Sales & letter day
For any questions, please contact Mrs. Corcoran (corcoranf@krsd.us) or Mrs. Miller (millerv@krsd.us) by email or in the School Counseling Office.
Financial Aid Information Session - October 3
Learn More About the New Graduation Requirement
A new graduation requirement, enacted by the New Jersey Department of Education under P.L. 2023, c.295, mandates that all high school seniors must complete a financial aid application (FAFSA) as a prerequisite for graduation. Kingsway is responsible for tracking and monitoring this requirement. Parents and students aged 18 and older have two options:
1. Complete the FAFSA: The FAFSA is expected to open on December 1. HESAA will notify us once the FAFSA has been submitted, but Kingsway will not have access to any financial information. To assist you with this process, we encourage you to attend our Financial Aid Information Session on October 3 at 6:30pm. This will be a virtual event. Additionally, you can find helpful resources through the Higher Education Student Assistance Authority (HESAA).
2. Submit A Waiver Form: This form exempts your student from the requirement. Students who are at least 18 years old may also exempt themselves. Submitting the waiver does not prevent students from submitting a FAFSA or a New Jersey Alternative Financial Aid Application at a later time.
Please join us on Thursday, October 3rd @ 6:30pm for our Financial Aid Information Session. This program is designed to equip you with knowledge on how to complete the FAFSA and get answers to any questions you have regarding college financial aid.
Register for this virtual information session HERE. Additionally, you may view the Presentation HERE.
STAMP Second Language Testing (Seal of Biliteracy) for SENIORS
SENIORS graduating from high school in 2025 and interested in testing for eligibility for the NJ Seal of Biliteracy must demonstrate Intermediate Mid Proficiency in a World Language in four domains: speaking, listening, reading, and writing.
HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS: Please complete the linked Google Form by OCTOBER 18, 2024, to sign up for STAMP testing administered in November 2024.
*Students do not have to be enrolled in either English as a Second Language (ESL) or a World Language course to take this assessment.
** After the information from this survey has been processed, students will receive more information about the STAMP assessment and related testing.
Fall MAP Results Available This Week
Fall 2024 MAP Student Progress Reports will be accessible in the Genesis Parent Portal this week. Look for a notification from Genesis that a new document is available.
To assist families in making sense of the MAP assessment and individual student results, a quick reference sheet, video tutorial, and additional resources are available on our Kingsway website (here). Please reach out to your student’s teacher with any questions related to course-based academic progress. Additionally, school counselors and case managers are prepared to answer MAP-related questions specific to your student.
If you require assistance accessing student documents in the Genesis Parent Portal, please review the guidance in our KRSD Genesis Parent Guide, located here.
Join The Kingsway High School Advisory Council (KHSAC)
Kingsway High School would like to invite parents to become involved with their children’s education by joining KHSAC. The Kingsway High School Advisory Council (KHSAC) is an organization that consists of parents, teachers, and administrators from the high school. Its purpose is to afford the opportunity for involvement and input into school-related issues by all the constituent groups who are members of or are served by the school community. It is the intent of the organization to foster an atmosphere of empowerment and cooperation that will promote excellence in our school.
Our first meeting will be on Thursday, October 10, 2024. The meeting will be held from 6:30pm-7:30pm in Seminar Room 100 at the high school.
If you are interested in participating, please contact Mrs. Wagner at wagnerb@krsd.us.
Back-to-School Night Video
If you were unable to attend Back to School Night or missed the video at the beginning of the night, click below to view some key information as we begin the school year.
See Something, Do Something at KRHS
What is Anonymous Alerts?
Anonymous Alerts allows students, parents, and other school personnel to anonymously submit any sensitive or urgent student issues quickly to school officials. Students, parents, and school personnel can submit reports such as bullying, cyberbullying, harassment, hazing, drug or alcohol use during school, vaping during school, threats against the school, and more. Users of the system have the option to remain anonymous or reveal their identity when submitting a report.
In an immediate emergency, always call 9-1-1.
Anonymous Alerts is monitored between 6:30am to 4:00pm Monday through Friday when school is in session. Outside of these hours, please directly contact an administrator.
To learn more about our See Something, Do Something approach visit the link below.
Student Portrait Make-Up Day
Student Portrait Makeup Day is Thursday, October 10th in the Auxiliary Gym.
Students will have their photos taken during Physical Education class. Students who do not have PE on October 10th should go to the Auxiliary Gym during their lunch or study hall.
The link to order online is here: Underclassman Photo Order Form
The school login code 25-26KW
Optional Chromebook Insurance Available for Purchase Until November 1
Parents/guardians have until November 1, 2024 to obtain our optional Chromebook insurance for their child's device. After this date, you will no longer be eligible to sign up for insurance until the next school year. This optional coverage is a great way to protect against any potential damage.
For more details, visit the following link:
https://www.krsd.org/departments/technology/11-chromebook-insurance
SMART - Have a Purpose and Plan
Each day, we communicate to students that they must have a plan for SMART Lunch (both L1 and L2). Students have access to a SMART Weekly Schedule in order to help them plan. Students are expected to be in a location for both L1 and L2. The graphic provides the letter days that academic departments are available during SMART. Please speak with your child/children about having a plan for SMART.
Here is the SMART Weekly calendar that students are sent each week. This will help students/parents to know what clubs/activities are meeting each week as well as what teachers are available during L1 or L2.
TIPS FROM THE CLASS OF 2025
In talking with the new Seniors, they have shared how to be successful this school year!
Enjoy the Top Ten Tips From Our 2025 Seniors.
1. Download Schoology on Your Cell Phone
2. Your Schedule Should Be On Your Locked Screen
3. Get Involved In At Least One Club/Activity/Extracurricular Event
4. Build a Strong Study Routine
5. Walk With Purpose From Class to Class and During SMART
6. Show Your School Spirit/Pride
7. Be Kind
8. Show Respect
9. Give Yourself Grace
10. Give Your Best Each Day!
Cell Phone Use At KRHS
The KRHS Cell Phone policy is as follows: cell phones are not be to seen or heard during class, study halls, or in bathrooms. Students may use cell phones during passing time and during SMART lunch. Each classroom displays the graphic seen here in the newsletter: OFF AND AWAY - CELL PHONES OFF AND LEARNING ON. We ask students to place cell phones in their bags during class and study hall.
Students need to be present for learning and interacting with their peers and teachers. Please support and remind students at home about our cell phone policy at school. We appreciate the team effort to help students have the best educational space to learn and grow.
Important Information for Senior Students and Families
You will find important information regarding your senior year in the SENIOR LETTER including parking, senior trip, important dates, etc. Please keep in mind that you need to be logged in to your KRSD account to access and complete the Google Forms included in the senior letter.
Let's make this year extraordinary. Embrace the challenges, celebrate your achievements, and cherish every moment. If you have any questions or need assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out to your Senior Assistant Principal or Class Advisors.
Assistant Principal - Mr. Syed
Class Advisors - Mr. Fiocco and Mr. Schaffer
SENIOR PORTRAIT MAKE-UP DATES
Senior Portraits Make-up Dates are scheduled for October 1, 2, and 3 in the Eitel Theater.
To schedule your appointment, go to the Lors Photography Website.
Click: Seniors-- Schedule your appointment, and enter your username and password as indicated below.
Username: Last Name
Password: Student ID
Call Lors Customer Service (908) 964-3040 with any issues or questions.
YEARBOOK - SENIOR RECOGNITION AD SALE
Yearbook Recognition ADs are the perfect way to celebrate your student's senior year. To create and purchase your Senior AD, go to the Jostens website.
All orders must be placed by November 14, 2024.
YEARBOOK INFORMATION FOR THE 2024-2025 SY
Yearbook Sales
Yearbooks are on sale now for $90.00 on the Jostens website.
The price will increase to $95.00 on October 26, so buy your yearbook now to get the best price of the year!
Email Ms Fitzpatrick in the South Media Center with any questions.
Schoology
Student and Parent Access to Schoology
Kingsway Regional School District uses Schoology as its Learning Management System (LMS) to support teaching and learning and to streamline student, parent, and faculty interactions in an all-in-one digital environment. Schoology serves as a convenient one-stop shop for students to access courses, assignments, teachers, grades, school counselor support, and more. Through Schoology, parents can view their student's courses, check grades, and communicate with teachers. We invite you to sign in and access your parent account to stay involved as partners in your child’s education.
Click STUDENT AND PARENT ACCESS (to Schoology) - this document takes you through how to create your access or add student(s) if you are already have a Schoology account.
Click SCHOOLOGY FOR PARENTS - to learn everything you need to know about this platform.
Student Chromebooks: Expectations for the 2024-2025 SY
Our 1:1 Chromebook initiative supports student learning in and outside of the classroom. The district-issued device is part of each student's necessary classroom supplies, similar to a pencil, book, or paper. All students are expected to attend every class, every day prepared with a fully charged, district-issued Chromebook with the charging cord. We highly recommend designating a location in your home for the device to charge at night and to be easily placed in the student's backpack in the morning. Click here for more information related to our Chromebook expectations.
Get Involved in The 24-25 School Year
Click below to view the many clubs that are available at Kingsway and more are coming for the 24-25 school year. Please continue to encourage your child or children to get involved.
Partnering with Care Solace
Kingsway Regional School District is committed to the health, safety, and well-being of our students and families. We are proud to continue our partnership with CareSolace to support our ongoing commitment. If you or a family member is looking for help with mental health or substance use, Care Solace will quickly connect you to community providers matched to your needs. For more information about utilizing Care Solace's services, school district families can visit https://caresolace.com/site/krsd or contact the school counseling department.