Central Elementary Newsletter

To help all children grow to their fullest potential emotionally, intellectually, physically, and socially in a safe, caring, and enriching environment.

We will host the FIRST Talent Show for all Central School students this December. Registration opens Dec. 8th at 3pm. Keep a look out for the email as the first 50 students to register will automatically be selected. Please see our FAQ document for more information. Central Talent Show FAQ If you have any other questions, you can e-mail central4thgradecommittee2024@gmail.com

Central's annual holiday shop is coming next week (12/4) and we're looking for volunteers.....

Sign up Here

**Volunteers must be PTA members**

November 30: Literacy Night

December 4-8: Holiday Shop

December 11: Talent Show Auditions at 3:45 PM

December 14: Talent Show Rehearsal at 3:45 PM

December 15: Talent Show 12/15 at 6 PM, Central Cafeterium

December 22: Single Session Day, 1:35 Dismissal (Lunch Served)

Dear Parents:

As the winter weather approaches, please be aware, as per district policy, the students will be going outdoors for recess providing the “feels-like” temperature is at or above 32 degrees. Please be sure your child is prepared for outdoor activities with a warm coat, a hat, scarf and gloves as necessary.

If for any reason you are having difficulty obtaining warm winter wear for your child please reach out to Mrs. Carney or Mrs. Enis who are able to provide you with resources if needed.

In general, we are not able to accommodate individual requests for your child to remain indoors without a note from their doctor.

Sincerely,

Lisa Carney, RN, BSN

Certified School Nurse

We are so excited to announce that we met our equipment AND storage cart goal!

On Behalf of all of us at Central we know your children will have an optimal recess experience, thanks to your genericity!!

With gratitude,

Mike Gaskell, Central Principal

On behalf of the EBEA ESP Council, in cooperation with the EB Public Schools, EBEA will be holding our first NEW Sneaker & Boot Drive this year from November 1 to November 30. Please see the attached flyer for more information. This drive will work just like our past Winter Coat Drives. A cardboard collection bin will be in the lobby for your donations. If you have any questions, please email ebea.esp@gmail.com.

Thank you for your support! This Sneaker & Boot Drive will help many of our students and those in need in our community.

Please reach out directly to the 4th grade committee via email Central4thGradeCommittee2024@gmail.com.

Any pickups after 2:45 have to be from the regular dismissal line

Students who are in ASK cannot be picked up before 3:45 PM.

Parents, if you are dropping your children off after 9:05 am for any reason, you MUST sign your child in with security.

It is critical that we receive any dismissal changes no later than 2:00 PM on the day of a change. The form below provides contact information for properly communicating such information.

• ASK students and Bus students will be released first (just prior to 3:35)

• Walkers/Car Riders:

• All students will exit from Door 2

• Pre-K & K Parents/Guardians will wait outside Door 2. All other grades please wait on the sidewalk until a staff member releases the student to you

• Parking and Traffic Safety

• Please be patient as we get to know our new families ☺

Please drop off children using the Bus Loop for AM clubs and meetings. This way it does not interfere with children and vehicles using the Main lot for Early Morning Care.

The PTA page link is https://www.ebnet.org/Page/14465

When you join the PTA, you make a difference in the lives of our children at Central!

All PTA information will be hosted on the district's website under Central Elementary School PTA, located here. You will also find that information on www.ebnet.org in the community section under PTA's or in the parents section under PTA's.

Please take a look at all of our information, ways to volunteer, membership, current events, meeting information and calendar.

The membership link is the second tab, under Welcome to PTA . It's easier then ever to join, by signing up there!

Just a friendly reminder that to be involved in any of our PTA events you must be a PTA member.

EnVision Math aligns with the New Jersey Student Learning Standards. This program, adopted for Grades K-6, emphasizes conceptual understanding, fact fluency, and problem-solving skills. It encourages diverse problem-solving methods, moving from concrete to abstract learning stages. Students can access enVision Math through district Chromebooks, Clever Dashboard, or Google Classroom. Additionally, students in grades 3-6 undergo a math screener and diagnostic assessment, helping teachers tailor instruction and utilize a supplemental tool, Successmaker, to address individual learning needs.

For more information, click here.

Central Elementary School
371 Cranbury Road
East Brunswick, NJ 08816
(732) 613-6820 | Fax: (732) 734-0870

Dr. Michael Gaskell, Principal
Joanne Tempera, Administrative Assistant 732-613-6670

Main Office

Kim Goodger, Secretary 732-613-6821

Attendance/Dismissal Line 732-613-6608

Nurse

Lisa Carney, (732) 613-6822

Student Assistant Counselor

Sara Enis 732-613-6618

We are excited to introduce our theme, Destination Learning, which will be organized around all of our goals and learning opportunities this year. Come join in our journey to learn!