Central Elementary Newsletter
November 20, 2024
Central Mission Statement
Our House
Important Dates to Remember
American Education Week:
Parents, who visited with us Tuesday, you saw firsthand how our teachers create meaningful learning experiences that empower your children to grow and thrive. We are so fortunate to have such amazing kids who bring energy, curiosity, and joy to everything they do.
This success wouldn’t be possible without the support of our families—you are truly our partners in education. Together, we are building a strong and caring community where every child can reach their full potential. Thank you for being part of this celebration!
A Message from Curriculum:
East Brunswick Public Library subscribes to Tutor.com (which is owned by The Princeton Review). It is open to all ages and available from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. every day. It is free to anyone with an East Brunswick Public Library card.
The link to sign-up is here: Tutor.com Learning Suite - Authentication
Naked Turkey Contest:
Sneaker Drive
Our school is participating in the East Brunswick Education Association's Sneaker Drive to provide new sneakers for students in need. Here's how you can help:Donations Accepted:
- Monetary: Via PayPal (www.PayPal.me/EBEA) or checks payable to EBEA
- New Sneakers: Sizes ranging from youth 10.5 to adult 11
Weather and Recess:
● 32 degrees rule and dressing properly- reminder that as the weather cools down, we go outside for recess at any temperature 32 degrees and warmer. Have your child wear layers and dress accordingly.
Attention 4th Grade Families
Join the PTA
Please join the PTA, your dues alone go a long way if you can’t volunteer time. Click here for Membership
As a friendly reminder you must be a PTA member to volunteer at any PTA event including room parents.
PTA Announcements:
All the info listed in this newsletter can also be found on our District PTA Website Here
Parent Guide to Understanding Friendship, Conflict and Problem-Solving
Click Here for the district pamphlet
Click Here for a brief video
Contact Information at Central Elementary School:
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
Dismissal Procedures
ASK students and Bus students will be released first (just prior to 3:35)
Walkers/Car Riders:
All K-4 students will exit from Door 2
K Parents/Guardians will wait outside Door 2. Pre-K student pick up is at door #3 where the orange cones are). All other grades please wait on the sidewalk until a staff member releases the student to you.
Parking and Traffic Safety are a priority
Please be patient as we get to know our new families ☺
Change in Dismissal Notification:
Contact the school if your child’s dismissal procedure is changing for
the day (i.e., not taking the bus home) NO LATER THAN 2:30 pm, by
emailing the form linked here
Kindergarten and Grade 1 students MUST have an adult at the bus stop to
receive them
When will my child eat lunch every day?
Kindergarten: Recess 11:15-11:45/ Lunch 11:45-12:15
Grade 1: Lunch 11:15-11:45/ Recess 11:45-12:15
Grades 2 Lunch 11:35-12:05/ Recess 12:05-12:35
Grade 3 Lunch 12:05-12:35/ Recess 12:35-1:05
Grade 4 Lunch 12:15-:12:45/ Recess 12:45-1:15
Students will gather/be given their lunch scan tickets prior to going to lunch. Students will need these tickets to buy lunch and/or snack.
Students will be escorted to the lunchroom and sit in their assigned seat locations, the teacher on duty will call students by class or table to go to the lunch line.
Those families who are eligible for free and reduced lunch (you have to apply on the parent portal) use this barcode to get their lunch. Those parents who add money to their child's account also use the ticket to keep track of the child's balance. More information about school lunches can be found at: https://www.ebnet.org/Domain/128
After scanning their ticket, students will drop their ticket into the basket. Lunch aides will return tickets to teacher’s mailboxes after lunch.
Students are encouraged to buy snack at the same time that they purchase their lunch.
Students are to keep all recyclables and garbage at their table, only getting up once to clean up their area.
Teacher on duty and/or lunch aide dismisses students for recess (indoor or outdoor) by table or section.
For outdoor recess, lunch aides are specifically assigned to monitor the front and back of each grade level line.
A Message from Child Nutrition:
This is a reminder that breakfast is offered each morning at every school throughout the district.
It is important to note that students who do not have enough time to eat their breakfast in the cafeteria may take it to their first period class and eat it there.
If your child qualifies for free or reduced-price meals, they may receive BOTH a breakfast and a lunch at no charge.
Families may apply for free and reduced-price meals at any time during the school year. The application can be found in your child’s Parent Access account under the “Forms” tab. Please click here to enter Parent Access.
Feel free to contact us at childnutrition@ebnet.org with any questions.
