From the Office of the Superintendent
- The Sunday 9/22 episode of "60 Minutes" contained a segment entitled "The Scourge of Our Times" on the pervasiveness of fentanyl, which kills over 70,000 people a year in the U.S. This is a short and extremely important watch.
- From Harvard University Graduate School of Education, Usable Knowledge: "Students Are Using AI Already. Here's What They Think Adults Should Know": This new report details what teens think parents should know about how they use, or don't use, generative intelligence
- We invite you to share your thoughts in this brief Parent Program Survey by Sept. 30th to enable us to tailor future parent programming to better support families.
- **Please see Dr. Treece's Superintendent Update with information and links to several upcoming programs for Parents/Guardians, including: "Ripple Effect: How Inspiring Teen Leaders Helps Us All" and Youth Mental Health First Aid Training, a one-day, in-district training session.
For Our Students
- The University of California, Berkeley site "Candid Career" offers brief informational videos with industry professionals highlighting various careers. Search by career title, recent or check out dynamic labor market data to see what the future of the business world looks like based on where you live and want to work.
- Skilled Trades Career Resource - NEW: Blue Careers is a workforce development platform which offers information on over 135 Skilled trades in more than a dozen industries.
- Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook information: provides descriptive snapshots of jobs within areas of occupation and search using factors such as: field of degree, median pay, and projected growth rate. information also offered in Spanish.
- HVCHS College Planning site - with links to past programs and resource
For Our Community
Paws for Our Cause Walk & Family Wellness Fair, Sat. Oct. 19th, Rosedale Park, 1-3pm
This event will raise critical funding for Senior Nutritional Services as well as the Meals on Wheels of Mercer County Pet Pantry - keeping our homebound seniors and their pets healthy, happy & together.
Principal Riley's September "HVCHS Updates"
Parent Advisory Council: The Parent Advisory Council meets regularly with Ms. Riley to provide feedback and discuss school-related topics. Meetings are typically held on a monthly basis at 8:30 a.m. at HVCHS. Each grade level is represented by two parents/guardians. If you are interested in being a grade level representative, please complete the interest form by September 30th.
Safety & Security Reminders: In order to ensure the safety and security of our staff and students, all visitors to HVCHS will be required to show identification upon entering the building. In addition, any individual who signs a student out of the building must be listed in OnCourse with permission for release, or separate written permission must be provided by a parent or guardian. We appreciate your cooperation with these safety and security measures.
PSATs: The PSAT will be administered to all sophomores and juniors on October 9. In order to ensure an optimal testing environment, all freshmen and seniors will have a three hour delayed opening, and will report to school at 10:45 a.m. (with transportation provided for those who typically utilize HVRSD bussing). Additional information will be provided in the upcoming weeks.
The HVCHS PTO is looking forward to connecting with you throughout the year! Please confirm your contact information HERE to ensure that you are receiving important information from the PTO. Donations to the annual PTO appeal can be made on the same site. Thank you for your support!
Be sure to save the date for Handbag Bingo (Friday, November 15th) and sign up to join the Handbag Bingo Planning Team.
*Phillips’ Mill Community Association’s (PMCA) Third Student Playwriting Challenge invites students in grades 7 -12 to submit 10-minute original plays for consideration. Winners’ works will be given staged readings at the Mill.
*Scholarship Opportunity "Voice of Democracy Program"
This Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW’s) premier scholarship program is open to students in grades 9-12 until Oct. 31st. Students compete by writing and recording an audio essay on an annual patriotic theme. Prizes and scholarships are awarded at the Post, District, state, and national levels.
Absences, Late Arrivals, & Early Dismissals: Parents/Guardians should call our TeleSafe number 609-737-4003, Ext 2, by 8:00 am to report an absence or late arrival. Please provide a note if your child needs to be dismissed from school early. Freshmen, sophomores, and juniors MUST be signed out by a parent or guardian before leaving the building. Please also review our attendance procedures for details about the district policies. *As a reminder, students must be in school for at least four hours in order to participate in all athletic or extra-curricular activities and events*
What’s Happening at HVCHS? Please follow us on Twitter: @HVCentralHS and Instagram: hopewell_valley_central_hs for pictures, updates, and fun facts. Our daily morning announcements can be found on the school website and via this link. Fundraising activities from our classes, clubs, and teams can be found on our fundraising calendar. Also, check out our HV Student Publications Network page for student-created podcasts, digital videos, and more! If you are a graduate of HVCHS, and you would like to join our Alumni Directory, please complete our Database Form and indicate what type of information you would like to receive from HVCHS.
The Timberlane ``Principal's Page" on the TMS Website
Wellness/Tech-Free Fun Night for Families: Tonight, Friday, Sept 27th 5:30-7pm. The event will start with pizza and snacks in the cafeteria after which students will head to the gym(s) for tech-free games and activities. Parents/Guardians are invited to listen to local experts and to share ideas. These discussions will inform our next steps as we address digital wellness in our school community. More details available soon, Please consider stopping by!
Winter Sports Registration Is now open! Winter sports will start on Monday, November 25th.
- Boys and Girls Basketball - (Open to grades 7th & 8th Only)
- Wrestling (Open to all grades)
- Winter Cheerleading (Open to all grades)
Click on these links for the registration page as well as sign ups for in house physicals on Thurs. Oct. 17th from 9-12 in the TMS Nurses Office. All medical paperwork and registration must be completed by November 6th! Anything turned in after that will run the risk of not being cleared on time to start winter sports.
Absences, Late Arrival & Early Dismissal: Parents should call our TeleSafe # 609-737-4004, Ext 2, by 8:00 am, to report an absence or late arrival. If your child is leaving early, please be sure to send in a note when possible. If the need occurs after the start of school, please call the Main Office. Please be aware Timberlane Drive is closed between 2:30 - 3:00 for TMS and CHS dismissal.
TMS Updates: For additional information about TMS, please visit our webpage, or follow us on Twitter @Timberlane_HV, or instagram @timberlane_timberwolves
*Dates To Remember*
9/27 and 10/25 - Wellness Tech Free Nights for Families
10/22 & 10/23 Picture Days
BT Now On Instagram - Click here for our page.
BTPTO Bear Flash - Click here for info about upcoming activities.
YMCA After School Enrichment Program Fall Session: Click on the link for the programs. The 7-week sessions will begin the week of Oct. 14th and classes will run from 4-5pm. Registration will end on October 4th, so please mark your calendars and sign up before the classes fill up. Classes are held right at the individual schools. YMCA staff will provide supervision from dismissal until the program begins, ensuring a smooth and safe transition for all registered students. Contact Lorri Cefalone, After School Enrichment Coordinator, lcefalone@hvymca.org with questions.
BT Pretzel Sale - The 5th-grade class will again offer pretzels for purchase on Fridays, with delivery starting on September 27th. Click here for the link.
School Picture Day - School Picture Day will be held on October 9th & 10th. Click here to order online. Picture ID: EVT7XPCTX
Spooky Movie Night - On 10/18 Our Community Building team seeks planning committee members to help design and run this re-imagined Halloween-centered event. Please click here to sign up.
The Harlem Wizards Are Coming to Town - On 11/13 @ 6:00 pm (TMS school gym). Save the date for a fun-filled community event. Click here for ticket information.
School Lunch Information: Please click link for the 2024-2025 information.
Absences & Late Arrivals - Parents/Guardians should call our TeleSafe number:
609-737-4005, Ext 2, by 8:00 a.m. to report an absence or late arrival. Thank you.
Changes In Students’ Dismissal - If there is a change in how students will be going home (pick up, take the bus, after-school program, etc.), please be sure to call or email the main office at 609-737-4005 btmainoffice@hvrsd.org
*Dates To Remember*
September: Hispanic Heritage Month
- 10/3 - Rosh Hashanah - Schools/Offices Closed
- 10/9 & 1/10 - Picture Days
- 10/11 - Preschool Collab Day - NO PEECH
- 10/14 - Indigenous Peoples’ Day - Schools Closed - Staff Development Day
Newspaper Club - We are excited to start our fourth and fifth grade newspaper club this year at Hopewell! The newspaper club will meet every last Friday of the month beginning Friday, September 27th, before school from 8:00 - 8:30 am. If you are interested in joining the newspaper club, please fill out this Google Form.
The Wild Robot” Private Screening - Come celebrate Hopewell Elementary School’s own Peter Brown, as his novel "The Wild Robot" is released as a feature film. Join the HES PTO for a private movie screening of “The Wild Robot” on Sunday, October 6, 2024 at 10:30 AM at Hillsborough Cinemas. Link HERE to purchase tickets.
School Picture Day will be held on October 10th! Ordering information will be sent out closer to the date.
YMCA AfterSchool Enrichment - Hopewell Valley YMCA is pleased to offer a selection of after-school enrichment programs at HES. Online registration will begin on 9/23 and close on 10/4.
HES PTO - If you have a child at HES, you are already a PTO member. We highly encourage all families to add/update your family contact information via the online Student Directory. Family information must be updated every year. Please click this link to access the directory.
The Principal’s latest Newsletter - Hopewell’s Happenings is on the HES Website. Hopewell’s Happenings is a monthly update with links to information and activities.
School Lunch Information: Please click this link for the 2024-2025 information.
Absences & Late Arrivals - Parents/Guardians should call our TeleSafe number, 609-737- 4007, Ext 2, by 8:00 a.m. to report an absence or late arrival. Thank you.
HES Changes in Students’ Dismissal - If there is a change in how students will be going home (pick up, take the bus, after-school program, etc.), please be sure to call or email the main office at 609-737-4007 hwmainoffice@hvrsd.org
Dismissal Waiver Form - A reminder to please complete the 2024-2025 HES Dismissal Waiver Form for each child that attends HES. Review the various choices within the form and make a selection for each day of the week.
Dates to Remember:
October 3rd - Rosh Hashanah - Schools/Offices Closed
October 7th - Week of Respect
October 11th - Preschool Collab Day - NO PEECH
October 14th - Indigenous Peoples’ Day - Schools Closed - Staff Development Day
Thank you to all who attended this week's Back to School Night!
Principal’s Newsletter - “The Scoop” has details on upcoming events and is emailed to families weekly. Also check out the Principal’s Page on the SB website.
Clubs Have Kicked Off! - We have several after and before school opportunities for our "upperclassmen," including Journalism Club (Grade 5), Student Council (Grades 4/5) , Safeties (Grade 5), Festival Ensemble (Grade 5), Art Enrichment (Grade 5), Girls on the Run (Grade 4/5) and Green Team (Grade 4/5).Some have already started and others begin in October.
Picture Day - Tuesday, October 1st is Picture Day. Paper forms were previously sent home - or you can order online here.
Pretzel Day - Sign up to get a soft pretzel delivered to your classroom! Order forms are due by Friday, October 4th. Check your backpacks for paper forms or use this form.
YMCA Afterschool Enrichment - Registration: open until 10/4 and Fall classes will run October - December. Get ready for an unforgettable season of fun, learning, and creativity! Programs are designed to keep your child engaged and excited from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM, right at their school. YMCA staff will provide supervision from school dismissal until the program begins, ensuring a smooth and safe transition for all registered students.
School Lunch Information: Please click this link for the 2024-2025 information.
Absences & Late Arrivals - Please call our TelSafe line at 609-737-4006, Ext 2, by 8:00 am to report an absence or late arrival.
Changes In Students’ Dismissal - Please email the main office in advance at sbmainoffice@hvrsd.org. Last-minute changes should be called in to 737-4006.
Attendance Procedures - Please refer to our Attendance Procedures for details regarding school absences, late arrivals and early dismissals.
Membership Toolkit - Click here to register for volunteer opportunities, class lists & apparel. Contact StonyBrookPTO@gmail.com with any questions.
*Dates To Remember*
- 10/1 - Picture Day
10/3 - Rosh Hashanah - Schools/Offices Closed
10/4 - Pretzel Forms Due
10/14 - Indigenous Peoples’ Day - Schools Closed - Staff Development Day
Toll Gate Grammar School Website
Toll Gate Grammar on Instagram
Email the Toll Gate Main Office
Thank you to all who attended this week's Back to School Night!
Student Clubs for 4th and 5th Graders: Any 4th or 5th grade students interested in signing up for Green Team, Student Council, and Newspaper Club (5th), should visit the links below for more information and apply by TODAY - Friday, September 27th:
Green Team: https://tinyurl.com/greenteamTG
Student Council: https://tinyurl.com/studentcouncilTG
Newspaper Club: https://tinyurl.com/newspaperTG
The TG Quilt Design Contest has begun! Please complete the Quilt Design Contest submission sheet and return it to Ms. Rosikiewicz by October 4th, 2024. This project is supported by the Hopewell Valley Educational Foundation.
YMCA After School Enrichment Program Fall Session: Click on the link for the programs. The 7-week sessions will begin the week of Oct. 14th and run from 4-5pm. Registration will end on October 4th, so please mark your calendars and sign up before the classes fill up.*Please note that there will be no exceptions to the deadline. Contact Lorri Cefalone, After School Enrichment Coordinator, lcefalone@hvymca.org with questions.
Toll Gate PTO Information: If you'd like to receive the PTO Gator Gram newsletter or join the student directory CLICK HERE. Also, please support the Annual Appeal! Please click this link to Learn More and Donate.
School Lunch Information: Please click this link for 2024-2025 information on school lunch.
Dismissal Form: If you haven’t done so already, please fill out the TG Dismissal Form 2024-2025. Please indicate what your child's typical dismissal schedule will be throughout the school year. All families must complete one form for each child enrolled at Toll Gate Grammar School this year. If your dismissal plans change on any given day, please email tgmainoffice@hvrsd.org, (this email will go to both main office secretaries, Ashlee Dana and Patricia Jaczko) to inform them of the change. Please also cc' your child's homeroom teacher.
Reporting Student Absences: Please remember to call the Telsafe line 609-737-4008, option 2) by 8:00am for any absences or tardiness. Emails to a teacher may not be seen in a timely manner. Telsafe is the best way to report an absence. If your child is not at school and you haven’t reported them absent or tardy, you will get a phone call from Mrs. Smith, our school nurse.
Dates to Remember:
Thursday, 10/3: Rosh Hashanah - Schools/Offices Closed
Friday, 10/11: Preschool Collab Day - NO PEECH
Monday, 10/14: Indigenous Peoples’ Day - Schools Closed - Staff Development Day
Monday, 10/21: School Picture Day