CDW Weekly Wrap-Up

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.

Throughout the year, the Student Council will host CDW Spirit Days. Please see the information on how you can order until September 26th!

CDW Bulk Sale

There are also generic Old Tappan items which are a big hit for everyone.

The CDW Band Merchandise shop is online and open for business. Anyone may purchase some band swag using the link. Sweatshirts and T-shirts in every color are available. New this year, items will be shipped directly to your home after the October 12th deadline. Don't miss out!

The CDW Choir Merchandise shop is online and open for business until September 30th as well! Here is the link to order.

On Thursday, January 23, 2024 (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.

One of the best parts of beginning a new school year is the wonderful bulletin boards being completed in the hallways of CDW.

Walking in the footsteps of Robert Hooke, 7th grade science students used microscopes to discover cells.

The CDW Locker Rooms are almost ready! Next week, we will put the finishing touches on, and they will be ready to be used! Check them out below!

The New Jersey Department of Labor (NJDOL) process for the application and approval of working papers was made digital effective June 1, 2023, and is available online at the New Jersey Department of Labor website.

5th Grade

On September 19th, Ms. Adamo taught her first Character Education lesson with the fifth grade. Ms. Adamo read the book The Day You Begin by Jacqueline Woodson. Students learned the importance of including others and being confident when trying new things.

Each month Ms. Adamo will meet with each fifth grade Language Arts class and teach a Character Education Lesson. Some months, she will teach an additional lesson that focuses on Social Emotional Learning; for example, teaching students coping skills when they are angry or upset.

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 CDW Knights co-ed soccer team opened up the season on Wednesday, October 18th versus Demarest. Unfortunately, they fell short 2-0, but they are already preparing for the next game, which is on Monday, September 23rd in Demarest! Go Knights!

The CDW boys volleyball team opened up on the road versus Demarest on Thursday, September19th. They began the season with a big win on the road! Way to go Knights!

The CDW girls volleyball team opened up at home versus Demarest on Thursday, September 19th at home and after losing the first set, came back to win the game! Way to go Knights!

HERE is the Northern Valley School Interscholastic Master Co-Ed Soccer and Volleyball Schedules

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. All meetings are held in the CDW Media Center at 7:30 PM. Babysitting will be offered.

Tuesday, September 24, 2024

Tuesday, November 19, 2024

Tuesday, March 25, 2025

Tuesday, May 27, 2025

If you missed out on purchasing items at Back-to-School Night, you can order using the links below. There is even free shipping to the school! This link will be open until September 26th.

CDW Spirit Wear

CDW Apparel-Bottoms

Knights Nation Spirit Wear

Pizza Mondays will begin on September 16th. HERE is the link to sign up to serve pizza during your child's lunch period at CDW. This link is not to order pizza, just serve it to the students.

Start cleaning out your closets because 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)

The Grade 8 Car Wash and Bake Sale will be held on the same day, with a rain date for all events on Sunday, September 29th from 10:00 AM-2:00 PM.

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

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

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.

Please make sure that each lunch vendor has your child(ren)'s new grade level listed on the lunch's label. Therefore, we can ensure that your child(ren) will receive the purchased lunch at the correct school and in a timely manner.

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.

*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).

If you need to visit the school, please only park in a spot labeled "Visitor." All numbered spots are assigned to staff members. If the Visitor parking spaces are occupied, please park on a side street and walk up to the school.

Please review the CDW Student Handbook found under, "For Students" on our school website for important information about CDW such as, but not limited to:

• Attendance
• Cell Phone Use
• Dress Code
• Field Trips
• Homework
• Chromebook Use
• Sports
• And more!

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.

Via the Genesis Summer Packet, you will find the information for the Health Office Screenings that will be completed during the 2024-2025 school year. Annually, the School Nurses of the Old Tappan

Schools perform health screenings, based on the following schedule that complies with State

Department of Education Guidelines:

• Students in grades PreK through 8 will be screened for height, weight and blood pressure.

• Students in grades PreK, K, 2, 4, 6, and 8 will be screened for vision.
• Students in grades PreK, K, 1, 2, 3, and 7 will be screened for hearing.
• Students in grades 5 and 7 will be screened for scoliosis.

If you do not wish to have your child participate in the screenings, you must send a signed letter requesting Mrs. McCarthy, the school nurse, to not conduct the screenings for your child(ren) by September 27, 2024.

September

Monday, September 23rd~ The BOE Meeting is at 8:00 PM in the Board of Education Conference Room.

Tuesday, September 24th~ PTO Meeting in the CDW Media Center at 7:30 PM

Saturday, September 28th~ The Grade 8 Clothing Drive, Car Wash, and Bake Sale from 10:00 AM-2:00 PM

Sunday, September 29th~ The Grade 8 Clothing Drive, Car Wash, and Bake Sale RAINDATE

October

Thursday, October 3rd~ School is closed 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 PD in 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 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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