CDW Weekly Wrap-Up

The CDW Class of 2025 will be hosting a Clothing Drive, on Saturday, September 28th from 10:00 AM-2:00 PM.

Below is a list of items that can be collected:

• Clothing (Men’s, Women’s, Children’s – All types)
• Shoes
• Handbags / Backpacks
• Stuffed Animals and Small Plastic Toys (no puzzles, board games, Legos, or toys w/pieces)
• Linens (including Towels, Curtains, and Table Linens, but NO Blankets and/or Comforters)

Below is the signup genius link for the clothing drive/ car wash and bake sale.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/508054AABA823A6FA7-51430055-8thgrade

On Monday, October 21st, CDW will be hosting John Halligan for Grade 7 and Grade 8 Student Assemblies during the school day and a Parent-Only Assembly at 7:00 PM in the CDW Lynch Gym. For the Parent Assembly, RSVP HERE.

"Ryan's Story" is an impactful and emotional presentation that sheds light on the devastating effects of bullying and cyberbullying. The presentation is based on the personal experience of John Halligan, who tragically lost his son Ryan to suicide as a result of relentless bullying. Through sharing his family's heartbreaking journey, Halligan aims to raise awareness, promote empathy, and empower parents to take action in preventing bullying.

During the presentation, John Halligan will discuss the warning signs of bullying, the role of technology in cyberbullying, and the importance of fostering open communication with children. He will also provide valuable insights into how parents can support their children, create a safe environment, and effectively address bullying incidents.

For more information, visit www.ryanpatrickhalligan.org.

We are happy to announce that the CDW Clubs are ready to take off! This year, we will be offering the following clubs:

• Drama Club with Ms. Osbahr
• Homework Club with Ms. Cimorelli and Ms. Huster
• STEM Club with Ms. Osbahr
• OTBN with Mr. Johnson (already started)
• School Newspaper with Mr. Johnson

Please use this link to find out specific information as to when the club starts and meets throughout the year. Other clubs will be starting throughout the year and will be added to the list.

*These clubs are in addition to PTO Clubs.

Homework Club will begin on Wednesday, October 2nd. Please see the flyer below to sign up!

Is your 7th or 8th grade child(ren) interested in trivia and some friendly competition? If so, he/she should attend the Bergen Brain Busters Interest Meeting in Room 402 on Tuesday, October 1st during lunch to learn more.

On September 24, 2024, the May 2024 NJSLA 3-8 ELA/Math and Grades 5 & 8 Science score reports were mailed home. If you did not receive your child(ren)'s NJSLA score reports, please reach out to Ms. Santa at santaj@nvnet.org.

Join CDW for the first special lunch from Don Chicken. Order on the PTO website by September 30, 2024. Please be sure to check the ingredients if your child(ren) has allergies before ordering.

Students in Mr. Johnson's 6th grade science class learned about the formation of the solar system by demonstrating orbit and revolution on a gravity simulator. They used marbles (planets), weights (the Sun), and spandex material (the fabric of space-time).

8th Grade Information

If your child is planning on attending a high school other than NVOT (Bergen County Technical Schools, Private/Boarding Schools, Catholic Schools), please ask your child to see Ms. Adamo to learn about important dates and requirements for the application process for these other schools. All students applying to another high school must meet with Ms. Adamo before Friday, September 27th.

If you are interested in learning about the different schools/programs offered through Bergen County Technical Schools, here’s a link to their website.

Upcoming important dates for Grade 8 students:

NVOT Open House, Wednesday, October 16th, 6:00 PM- 8:00 PM. Tour of the building begins at 5:00 pm.

8th Grade NVOT visit: Friday, October 18, 9:00 AM-12:30 PM. In a few weeks, your child(ren) will bring home a permission slip that you must return to his/her homeroom teacher.

All Grades

Should you have any questions or concerns regarding your child’s academic, social or emotional needs, please contact me at adamoj@nvnet.org or 201-664-1475 ext. 2203.

The soccer team won on Monday against Demarest with a score of 5-0! Justin scored 3 goals, Vitor scored 1 goal, and Sophia scored 1 goal to lead the team for the win. On Wednesday, the soccer team won against Haworth with a 2-0 score! Both games were great team performances by everyone!

The boys volleyball team defeated Demarest once again, but this time on their home court! They are off to a 2-0 start on the season, and the team is only going to get better!

The girls volleyball team also defeated Demarest on Monday for a second time. The girls won the first two sets by scores of 25-12 and 25-17. Olivia and Lianna led the charge throughout the game. A great hustle play by Ella played a major role in the second set that ultimately set the girls up for success. It was a total team effort and win.

On Wednesday, the girls volleyball team added another win to the record to start off the season 3-0. The girls won all 3 sets of the game against Haworth in dominating fashion by scores of 25-15, 25-11 and 25-13. Another total team effort was led by Julianna, Olivia, and Skylar with their outstanding serves. The girls will look to keep the streak alive next week at home against Northvale on Monday.

HERE is the Northern Valley Co-Ed Soccer and Volleyball Schedules and Game Locations on the CDW Website.

Home Co-Ed Soccer games are played on the CDW Field.

Home Boys and Girls Volleyball games are played in the Rossi Gym at CDW.

The Preparticipation Physical Evaluation (PPE) may ONLY be completed by a licensed physician, advanced practice nurse (APN), or physician assistant (PA) who has completed the Student-Athlete Cardiac Assessment professional development module. You must verify that your medical provider has completed this module before scheduling an appointment for a PPE. The licensed physician, APN, or PA who performs the physical examination must complete the remaining two pages of the PPE and insert the examination date on the PPE on page 3 and Clearance Form on page 4.

• A Health History Update Questionnaire is required if a physical examination was completed more than 90 days before the first day of tryouts/practice. The documents must be completed and signed by the student's parent/guardian. The student and parent/guardian must read/review the Sudden Cardiac Pamphlet and Concussion Policy Acknowledgement Form.
• If applicable, the Athlete with Special Needs Supplemental History Form is on page two of the PPE. The date of the required physical examination is at the top of the page.
• Forms will NOT be accepted with blanks so please have the medical provider fill out the form completely.
• The licensed physician, APN, or PA must also sign the certification statement on the PPE form attesting to the completion of the professional development module. Each board of education and charter school or nonpublic school governing authority must retain the original signed certification on the PPE form to attest to the qualification of the licensed physician, APN, or PA to perform the PPE.
• If a student's participation is NOT approved, the school district will provide a written notification to the parent/guardian, signed by the school physician of the disapproval reason(s).

Please click here to access all documents and forms that need to be reviewed and/or completed and submitted.

If you would like to purchase a 2024-2025 Discount Card and Dicks Sporting Goods Coupon Book, visit the OT PTO website.

The discount card is $20.

The Dicks Sporting Goods Coupon Book is $15.

The schools truly value the partnership we have with the Old Tappan PTO! Please join the PTO and support their organization. Visit OTPTO.org, click "For Sale," and then "Membership."

The PTO Meetings for the 2024-2025 school year are listed below. Babysitting is offered at the night meetings.

Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 9:00 AM in the BOE Conference Room

Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 7:30 PM in the CDW Media Center

Thursday, January 23, 2024 at 9:00 AM in the BOE Conference Room

Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 7:30 PM in the CDW Media Center

Thursday, April 24, 2024 at 9:00 AM in the BOE Conference Room

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 7:30 PM in the CDW Media Center

Have you purchased Chromebook Insurance for your child(ren)'s school-issued device yet?

We highly suggest that you purchase insurance! We have already had to submit many claims! Please refer to the information below, or you may purchase directly from smartechins.com/oldtappan.

On Thursday, January 23, 2025 (Snow date: Monday, January 27, 2025) from 3:30-4:30 PM, Charles DeWolf Middle School will be offering all sixth through eighth grade students the opportunity to take part in the AMC 8 Math Competition. All interested middle-school students are welcome to join us on that date, as long as you pre-register using the form below.

Additional information about both the AMC 8 Test and The AMC Advantage can be found on their website, and please use this form to sign your child up for the competition.

Please review the Dress Code and Appearance Policy that can also be found in the CDW Student Handbook.

In general terms, clothing should cover the torso and legs to the mid-thigh. Examples of clothing that would be considered unacceptable in a school setting include but are not limited to halter tops, tube tops, tank tops, bare midriff tops, bathing suits, short skirts or short shorts, baggy/sagging pants (pants must not fall below waist), wallet chains, and any clothing advertising drugs, weapons, alcohol, tobacco, vulgarities, or violence. Outdoor clothing, such as coats, jackets, and hats are encouraged during the appropriate seasons since students may spend part of their day outside. Unless otherwise directed, students may not wear hats or hoods in the building.

If your child is not going to attend school, please contact Mrs. McCarthy at 201-664-1475 ext. 2103 or McCarthy@nvnet.org.

In an effort to minimize the potential spread of illness at school, please keep your child home if he/she:

• has a fever. Students should be fever-free for 24 hours without medication prior to returning to school.
• is nauseous or is vomiting.
• has diarrhea.

The CDW Picture Day will be on Friday, October 18th. All students will take an individual photo that day, whether a package is purchased or not. There will be retakes on Wednesday, October 30th.

We are using the same company we used last year; however, photos are unable to be purchased in advance. All parents will receive an email from Image Art Studios 5-7 days after photos have been taken. In the email you will receive a link to a private photo gallery for your child and will be able to order photos there!

*Grade 8 students: This will be the picture that is used for the 2025 Yearbook.

Membership in the NJHS at Charles DeWolf Middle School is open to any seventh grade student who meets all the following membership requirements at the end of the third marking period in 2025:

• Has a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.70 in academic (social studies, language arts, math, science, and Spanish) subjects, with no grade below a B- in any subject (including cycle classes) for ALL marking periods of the 2024-2025 school year.

• Demonstrates outstanding scholarship, leadership, service, character, and citizenship.

• Accumulates no more than six unexcused tardies. Tardies will only be considered excused if a doctor's note is submitted to the School Nurse.

• Accumulates no detentions related to behavior in violation of the CDW Code of Conduct.

• Performs eight hours of documented community service from a recognized nonprofit, community, or education organization from 8/1/2024-5/2/2025. Please note that there will be no extension of this date. Students should provide documentation on the organization’s letterhead when submitting their applications in April.

• Completes at least three marking periods of the 7th grade year at CDW (unless a student moves into district & has been inducted as a member in another district).

By the end of April, 2025, eligible students will be identified and invited to apply for admission to the NJHS by email. An email will also be sent to parents of eligible students. The induction ceremony will be held on May 20, 2025 (subject to change).

Students should either bring their lunch from home each day, or parents may order through one of the approved vendors for delivery to CDW. If you order lunch from an approved vendor for delivery, please make sure the vendor knows your child's first and last name and grade level. This will help to ensure your child receives his/her lunch on time. At times, we understand that a parent/guardian may need to drop off lunch at school. All lunches need to be placed on the table with the green tablecloth in the vestibule.

5th/6th Grade Lunch ~ 11:27 AM-12:01 PM

7th/8th Grade Lunch ~ 12:10 PM-12:44 PM

You can find the Lunch Vendors on the Old Tappan School District Website.

It is important to remember that our school is full of staff members who are here to help you and your child(ren) all year long. In some cases, you may not be sure whom to contact for specific information. For questions about your child(ren)'s classes, please utilize the teacher as a primary resource before implementing the flow chart.

September

Saturday, September 28th~ The Grade 8 Clothing Drive, Car Wash, and Bake Sale

from 10:00 AM-2:00 PM at CDW

October

Thursday, October 3rd~ NO SCHOOL in observance of Rosh Hashanah.

Wednesday, October 9th-Friday, October 11th~ Grade 7 Overnight Trip

Monday, October 14th~ 12:30 PM Dismissal for Students; Staff Professional Development in the Afternoon

Monday, October 14th~ The BOE Meeting is at 8:00 PM in the Board of Education Conference Room.

Friday, October 18th~ Picture Day!

Friday, October 18th~ Grade 8 Visit to NVOT

Monday, October 21st~ Ryan's Story Assembly (Grades 7 & 8) in school;

Parent Presentation at 7:00 PM at CDW

Monday, October 28th~ The BOE Meeting is at 8:00 PM in the Board of Education Conference Room.

Wednesday, October 30th~ Picture Retake Day!

Thursday, October 31st~ Halloween

2024-2025 Approved School Year Calendar

Email: santaj@nvnet.org
Website: https://cdw.oldtappanschools.org/
Location: 275 Old Tappan Road, Old Tappan, NJ, USA
Phone: 201-664-1475
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