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Normandy Park School

NormandyPark School

Week of December 9th

December 9th is a D Day.


Happy December, Normandy Park Families!



Get ready for a flurry of fun as we wrap up the winter trimester!


Important Reminders:


  • Report cards will be available online Friday. If you need a printed copy, please let your homeroom teacher know!
  • Winter Concert: Don't miss our joyous winter concerts!
    • When: 12/13 (times vary based on grade level)
    • Where: NPS Gymacafetorium
  • Share the Magic Raffle: On Friday, join the HSA for an evening of family fun, bake goods , and fantastic prizes! Support our school and get a chance to win amazing gifts (more information below).

Sincerely,

Christopher Miller


Principal of Normandy Park School



*To access the NPS Parent Handbook, please click here.

Times:

9:30am for Primary Unit (K/1)

10:30am for Intermediate Unit (2/3)

12:45pm for Senior Unit (4/5)

It's almost here! The Share the Magic Raffle is set for this Friday, 12/13, in the gym, starting at 6:30. If you're able to help out at the event, we can still use a few hands! Sign up here!

Order forms with prize and payment information went home in backpack mail last week. If you haven't seen it, check out the prizes and form now. A quick print version (form only in letter size), can be accessed here.


If you're interested in winning our VIP parking and/or seats for the winter concert on Friday, be sure to get your forms in by this Wednesday, as the winners will be pulled and notified on Thursday!


We will also be tracking ticket sales throughout the week. On Friday morning, students of the class with the most tickets sold will earn an extra entry! Help us reach our goal of $5,000 to continue bringing the wonderful programs and events to the NPS community!


Questions? Email NPSHSAFundraising@gmail.com

WINTER SPIRIT DAYS:


To send us off in style into winter break, for the week of December 16th- NPS will host 5 themed days:

-Holiday Sweater Day (12/16)
Wear your favorite holiday sweater- ugly holiday sweaters are encouraged, but not necessary! Please feel free to wear any other gear to represent any of the winter holidays!

-Winter Wonderland (12/17)
Wear winter colors and your favorite winter accessories – hats, scarves, mittens!

Have fun and stay warm!

- Hats of the Holidays Day (12/18)

Santa hats, reindeer antlers, elf ears, dreidels, winter beanies – the more festive, the better!

-Light Up Day (12/19)

Lights represent many holidays! Wear something shiny or sparkly to represent the candles of Hanukkah, the holiday lights of Christmas, the candles of the Kinara, and/or the lights for other winter holidays.


-Comfy Cozy Day (12/20)

Help us countdown to winter break in your favorite PJs or most comfortable gear (sweatpants, sweatshirts, etc.)!

Holiday Angels

Thank you to all who contributed to the Holiday Angels! We truly appreciate your generosity!

Report Cards

*Updated


Report Cards for the first trimester will be available December 13th, 2024. Report cards will be provided digitally. If you need a paper copy from the school for any reason, please just let your homeroom teacher know and we can accommodate.


For new families, please note that we use a Standards Based Report Card. To learn more about the Standards Based Report Card, click here!

Click here to visit our Home and School Association website!


Create a profile on our NPS HSA Membership Toolkit to enable your participation in the school directory (grade/teacher), sign up to receive the Home and School Association's weekly newsletter, submit club forms, volunteer and more!

Please join the NPS HSA to cheer on the Seton Hall men’s basketball team as they take on UConn on Saturday, Feb 15 at 2:30pm at the Prudential Center.


Tickets cost $45 each for seats in Section 113. $5 of each ticket sale will benefit the NPS HSA.


Order forms were sent home last week!

Show your NPS pride! Purchase NPS school gear directly from Redbubble. A small percentage of profits will be returned to NPS with your purchase!
Follow the NPS HSA on Social Media:


Instagram: @nps_wizards


Facebook: Normandy Park School HSA


Welcome back from our Thanksgiving Day break! Hope everyone had a wonderful time with their families.

As we return to School, I hope everyone remembers this time of year can be both exciting and overwhelming for our students as we approach the holiday season.

In the coming weeks we will focus on learning to be RESPONSIBILITY for the month of December.

This is a valuable lesson that you can also talk to your children about at home.


Teaching responsibility at home is a valuable way to help children build important life skills. For younger children, start with simple tasks like cleaning up toys, feeding a pet, or setting the table. As they grow, encourage them to take on age-appropriate chores, such as helping with laundry, packing their school bags, or managing their homework.


Please be sure to model responsibility yourself, as children learn a lot by observing adults. Use positive reinforcement to celebrate their efforts, and remind them that making mistakes is part of learning.


By giving children consistent opportunities to contribute and make decisions, you’re helping them develop independence, accountability, and confidence in their abilities.


The importance of being in school and being part of our school community is a big focus during this time, as for some children it is hard to come back to school. Please encourage your child and explain how it is our responsibility to be here and there's as well.


If your child is experiencing any challenges during this time or could use additional support, please don’t hesitate to reach out—I’m here to help! Together, we can ensure a smooth and joyful end to 2024 for every student.


If you have any questions or concerns about your child’s social-emotional well-being please reach out to me and I will be happy to help!


Your School Counselor

Gloria Hunt

gloria.hunt@msdk12.net

973-889-7960 x6115


Breakfast and Lunch

For interactive menus, as well as nutrition and allergen information, please click here.


For additional information on MSD Breakfast and Lunch, please click here to visit the district's website.


Students can bring and/or purchase lunch. Free and reduced meals are provided to families who qualify for support.


In addition to meals, students can purchase snacks with money on their card and/or cash. If you would not like your child to purchase snacks or have a limit on what days they can purchase snacks, please contact the Food Services director, Shannon Burton <shannon.burton@msdk12.net>, and they can indicate this information on your child's account.


APPLYING FOR FREE & REDUCED LUNCH

Applications are available through PaySchools. Once you create your account, the Free & Reduced Application will be available to complete online. Students who qualify for Free and Reduced Lunch, also qualify for free/reduced breakfast.


Please note that you do not have to print out the application if you complete it online; it will be electronically sent to the Board Office once completed. You may also complete an application using a computer in the main office of your child's school or request a paper application.

Applications are available through PaySchools. Click the link to create your PaySchool account (ENG or ESP)


If you do not qualify for Free and Reduced Lunch, please follow these procedures for purchasing school breakfast or lunch:

  • Backpack an envelope with your child's name on it, marked "Food Services.
  • Include your child's name in the memo line of your check.
  • You may prepay for multiple breakfasts or lunches with one check or lump sum of money, which will then be deposited onto your child's food services account.
  • Payment may also be made online ( (ENG or ESP); a small fee will be charged with each transaction. This is a secure and convenient way to make payments and keep your account up to date.
  • Payment may be made in cash or check (payable to "Morris School District"

MEAL PRICING:

***Meal Prices for School Year 2024-2025***

Elementary Breakfast

$1.75


Elementary Lunch

$3.25


Reduced Price Breakfast

$0.00


Reduced Price Lunch

$0.00


Milk

$0.75

Find Out What’s Happening in The District Newsletter Fall 2024 Edition

As families and staff prepare for the new school year, the Morris Educational Foundation invites you to take a look back at all the amazing highlights from the 2023-2024 school year in The District Newsletter.

The joint publication from the Morris School District, Morris Educational Foundation and Colonial Nation features:

  • District athletic highlights
  • Extracurricular achievements across all schools
  • The MEF’s impact on academic, enrichment, and social-emotional wellness initiatives
  • Plus a save-the-date for Morristown ONSTAGE 2025

The Fall 2024 edition is hot off the press and Morristown, Morris Plains and Morris Township residents can expect to receive their copy in their mailbox this week. View the digital version here>>>

Help Make it a Great Year for All 5,700 Morris School District Students

Welcome to the 2024-25 school year! The Morris Educational Foundation is proud to Support Every Student Every Day. While the Morris School District provides the essential tools for quality classroom learning, the MEF supports the extras that elevate learning. From cutting-edge instructional resources to enriching curricular activities, the MEF is committed to helping students not just succeed but excel.

We invite you, our community, to kick off the 2024-25 school year with a gift to launch our students’ education above and beyond the standard curriculum. $1 a day for 180 days adds up to a year of exceptional learning for one student.


Please help us make it the best year yet for each of the 5,700 students in the Morris School District! Let's Support Every Student Every Day and empower them to achieve their fullest potential.


Donate today by clicking here. Together, we can make a difference!

The NPS Kindergarten Girl Scouts - Daisy Troop #99068 is ready for members! Learn how to join by clicking https://tinyurl.com/joindaisies or emailing Troop99068@gmail.com.

¡Las Girl Scouts de Kindergarten de NPS - Daisy Troop #99068 están listas para recibir miembros! Aprenda cómo unirse haciendo clic en https://tinyurl.com/joindaisies o enviando un correo electrónico a Troop99068@gmail.com.

Dismissal Changes

Please use the digital blue note form for any dismissal changes. The main office will notify the homeroom teachers of the dismissal change. For absences, continue to contact the school nurse.

Daily Attendance

  • If you know that you child will be tardy or absent from school, it is requested that you notify the nurse in advance. This can be done by phone at 973-889-7960 x 6152. Voicemail is operational 24 hours daily.

  • You may also contact her office by email at: francesca.ecker@msdk12.net

  • Students who arrive tardy (after 8:55am) must report immediately to the Health Office upon arrival to school for a late pass

Look Ahead:

  • December 13th- NPS Concert
  • December 20th- Last Day Before Winter Break



Click here to view Morris School District (MSD) 2024-2025 School calendar.

Christopher Miller
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