The Generals' Update
Your Guide to DDE Events & Announcements 3/9/2025
THIS WEEK'S SCHEDULE
- Tuesday, March 11th: Spring Sports Begin
- Tuesday, March 11th : Bond Referendum Vote
- Wednesday, March 12th: Early Dismissal, Staff Development
For a comprehensive view of all sports, activities, and events use the DDE Calendar of Events.
Please vote in the school referendum on March 11!
Here are some reminders for how you can cast your ballot:
Vote By Mail ballots can be deposited in the mail with a postmark by March 11 or delivered to the County Clerk’s office by 8 p.m. on March 11.
In-person voting: Polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, March 11.
Polling locations are listed by district here. Confirm your voting location at this website.
Mail-in ballots will not be accepted at the polls. If voters arrive at the polls and are told they can’t cast a regular ballot, they should ask for a provisional ballot.
The March 11 vote is important to the future of Freehold Township School District and gives the community a voice. One vote can make a difference, so participation from every Freehold Township resident truly matters.
STAFF SHOUT OUTS!
Looking for a way to give an Eisenhower Staff Member a quick note of appreciation?
If there is a staff member at DDE you'd like to acknowledge - and it can be anyone, from teacher, coach, or lunch assistant to custodial staff, teacher assistant, interventionist, guidance, Child Study Team, bus driver, or front office staff - please complete this STAFF SHOUT OUT form. We would love the opportunity to celebrate them!
Mrs. Gambino
GRADUATION PORTRAITS
Kids at Heart Photography will be at Eisenhower
Tuesday, March 25th & Thursday, March 27th
from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm in the Steam Center
for graduation portraits.
(Portraits are optional. No make-up day.)
Graduation Portraits are optional.
No appointment necessary. You choose your day and time.
Graduates may bring their own gown, or one will be provided.
Freehold Township School District DOES NOT use caps for graduation or portraits.
NJHS Members should bring their black honor cord, or one will be provided.
To order portraits:
Order forms will be sent home in March. Completed order forms with payment should be brought to turn into the photographer.
Order portraits online at www.kidsatheartphotos.com after having photo taken.
Order Code: DDE Grad 2025
Students are encouraged to visit the guidance office "8th grade corner" bulletin board, or see a guidance counselors for information on high school.
YEARBOOKS!
Yearbooks for the 2024-2025 school year are now on sale!
Buy your yearbook early!
Please use this LINK to purchase your YEARBOOK.
- FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITIES:
BAGEL SALES link
Bagels are available on all early dismissal days throughout the school year
and must be purchased ahead of time.
- MEMBERSHIP
Join PTO! Members will receive weekly emails full of information!! JOIN HERE
Sign up for REMIND to be up to date on PTO events & happenings. Follow these directions.
Visit the PTO website to connect and see what is planned! https://ddepto.membershiptoolkit.com/
CHROMEBOOKS/TECHNOLOGY ISSUES
If you have technology issues, please email Mr. Goldstein at sgoldstein@freeholdtwp.k12.nj.us.
OFFICE STAFF
Mrs. Linda DiStasi, Principal's Secretary (ldistasi@freeholdtwp.k12.nj.us)
Ms. Danielle Wright, Guidance Secretary (dwright@freeholdtwp.k12.nj.us)
Mrs. Karen Loges, Office Assistant (kloges@freeholdtwp.k12.nj.us)
Please refer to our GENERAL INFORMATION sheet for answers to many questions!
Ms. Anastassia Yaccarino
School Nurse
732-431-3910 x4108
ayaccarino@freeholdtwp.k12.nj.us
Please refer to the NURSE REFERENCE GUIDE for information.
Dwight D. Eisenhower Middle School
The mission statement of the Eisenhower Middle School is to encourage children to reach their unique potential and to empower them to become lifelong learners.
Website: http://dde.freeholdtwp.k12.nj.us/
Location: 279 Burlington Road, Freehold, NJ 07728
Phone: 732-431-3910
Twitter: @ftsdde