Normandy Park School

November 18th is a C Day.

I hope that everyone had a wonderful weekend!

November 18th and 20th are half days for students on account of Parent Teacher Conferences. Parent Teacher Conferences are a valuable opportunity to celebrate your child's progress, discuss their individual needs, and strengthen the partnership between home and school. We firmly believe that a strong parent-teacher relationship is crucial to fostering a supportive and successful learning environment for every student!

November 19th is Pajama Day!

On November 22nd, cafeteria will be serving Thanksgiving meals to celebrate the upcoming holiday!

Sincerely,

Christopher Miller

Principal of Normandy Park School

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

SAVE THE DATE: DECEMBER 13th, 2024

Times:

• 9:30am for Primary Unit (K/1)
• 10:30am for Intermediate Unit (2/3)

• 12:45pm for Senior Unit (4/5)

The purpose of this survey is to collect insights from parents on plans for smartphones in middle school and share the results with all who participate.

*Please submit one survey per household.
Your answers will remain anonymous.
Survey deadline 11/20.

*If you are interested in connecting further with parents on this topic, there is a question at the end of the survey.

Click below to partake in the survey:

Smartphone Survey

Parent Teacher Conferences will be held on Monday, November 18th and Wednesday, November 20th. Conferences are approximately 20 minutes each. Virtual conferences during these times are available upon parent request.

Parent Teacher conferences are a great opportunity to meet with your child's teacher to discuss his/her progress.

During the conference:

• Teacher will share strengths and areas of growth of your child
• Offer your perspective
• Don't be afraid to ask questions (if there is an educational term used that you do not know what it means, feel free to ask)
• Feel free to share additional information about your child (e.g. learning styles, interests outside of school)

In addition, if you would like to schedule a conference with one of our specialists, feel free to do so. Conferences for specialists are available on a first come- first serve basis. To schedule, please click on the links below:

Mrs. Echevarria

Mrs. Gilson

Mr. Russell

Mrs. Schwam

Mrs. Summa

This year our Holiday Angel Program would like to support Normandy Park Families with some holiday cheer by purchasing gift cards for families in need.

To donate to this cause, please purchase and send in a ShopRite or Walmart gift card directly to Normandy Park School or donate online at the following link:

https://givebutter.com/holidayangel24

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!

Instagram: @nps_wizards

Facebook: Normandy Park School HSA

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!

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.

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 Lunch

$3.25

Reduced Price Lunch

$0.00

Milk

$0.75

We are excited to introduce our new food service provider, Pomptonian, please stop by and visit the MSD Pomptonian page to learn more:

http://www.mypomptonianmenus.com/morris

Please contact Morris School District Food Services if you have any questions:

Shannon Burton
973-292-2000, Ext. 2126
shannon.burton@msdk12.net

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.

• 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

• November 27th- Early Dismissal
• November 28th- School Closed (Thanksgiving)
• December 13th- NPS Concert

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

· Parent Handbook

· Arrival and Dismissal Procedures

· Sunset and Sunrise