Stillwater Township Newsletter

NJSLA Science Grade 5 5/13, 5/14/24

NJSLA Make Ups 5/15-5/17/24

Board of Education Meeting 5/13/24 at 7:00 PM

Spring Concert 5/14/24

PTA Spring Book Fair 5/13-5/17/24

PTA Meeting 5/13/24

PTA Family Fun Night 5/17/24

MEMORIAL DAY 5/27/24 - School Closed

Thank you to Dr. Carlos Rocha from Zufall Health Center for visiting the preschool classes this week.

Mrs. Pagano

The kindergarten classes have been enjoying the spring weather this marvelous May! Throughout spring, the students have been working on applying their sight word vocabulary and their phonetic skills to help them read fluently and write on their own. In math our focus has been on identifying 2-D flat shapes and 3-D solid figures and comparing their attributes. The children spent some time at the beginning of the month pouring their love into projects for Mother’s Day. This week the children were extra adorable. They brought in flowers, snacks, notes and cards to make the kindergarten teachers feel extra appreciated. Of course, we appreciate and thank you for sharing your little ones with us. Next week we are looking forward to our “Down on the Farm” field trip and stopping for a picnic lunch with parents at Lodestar Park. As the end of May approaches, we will continue to be very busy as we begin to wrap up our kindergarten journey.

Students in first grade have been exploring "small" moments in their lives. They have been using these to write and illustrate their own personal narrative stories. They have enjoyed sharing about trips, holidays and other adventures.

Mrs. Knapp

5th grade students have started their Book Clubs reading unit. Book clubs engage students to be readers. They thrive on positive peer energy and challenge themselves to read more and discuss more about their books. In our 5th grade book clubs, students will be working together to make sense of text by using the skills they have learned throughout the year.

This week, students chose a book they were interested in reading and then created Book Clubs. Students will be focusing on creating a unique identity in their book club. They will create a club name, banners, flags, or mascots, and goals. Finally, students will get started reading in their clubs and discussing the novels as they read.

Mrs. Hoon

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and the 2024 theme is “Take the Moment.” The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) actively participates in this national movement dedicated to eradicating stigma, increasing support and education, as well as advocating for policies that prioritize the well-being of individuals and families affected by mental illness. “NAMI’s Take the Moment campaign is a reminder that amidst life's chaos, we all deserve a moment to refocus, recharge and nurture our mental health.” NAMI encourages all of us to make our mental health a priority to pave the way for healthier minds and happier lives. Take the Moment also highlights NAMI’s resources including its HelpLine, programs, and initiatives that support individuals and their loved ones in their mental health journeys. https://www.nami.org/support-education/

Family Partners of Morris and Sussex Counties is non-profit organization that provides support, education, and advocacy to families with children who are experiencing mental health challenges. They have a warm line to connect you to available community resources ​Simply call 973-940-3194 to be connected to a Peer Support Partner or check out their website https://familypartnersms.org/

Summer Break Resources:

As our school year comes to an end, many students and families begin to think about planning for summer break. While this can be an exciting time of year for students and families, it can also be a challenging time to establish a new routine, structure, and activities.

Below are several helpful resources for Summer Success from The Child Mind Institute:

https://childmind.org/article/how-to-keep-kids-reading-this-summer/

https://childmind.org/article/summer-success-kit-for-kids-with-adhd/

https://childmind.org/article/summer-and-adhd-a-survival-guide/

https://childmind.org/article/13-tips-for-helping-anxious-kids-enjoy-summer-camp/

https://childmind.org/article/strategies-for-a-successful-summer-break/

https://childmind.org/article/summer-and-sensory-processing-issues/