The Wildcat Weekly
Volume 4 Issue 8
Oct 18, 2024
Calendar of Events
*Please note that additional events may be added each week.*
Saturday, Oct 19 March on Litter (see info below); DT Rec Halloween Spectacular (see info below)
Mon, Oct 21-Fri, Oct 25 Scholastic Book Fair
Thursday, Oct 24 Family Night at Book Fair 5pm-7pm in school Library
Friday, Oct 25 Walk to School; School-wide Pink Out (see flyer below)
Thursday, Oct 31 Halloween @ DTS (see below)
Friday, Nov 1 Middle School Halloween Dance 6:30pm-8:30pm
Tuesday, Nov 5 12:50pm Early Dismissal: Parent/Teacher Conferences
Wednesday, Nov 6 12:50pm Early Dismissal: Parent/Teacher Conferences
Thur, Nov 7-Fri, Nov 8 No School: NJEA Convention
Wednesday, Nov 13 PiE Meeting 7pm @ Performing Arts Room
Thursday, Nov 14 School Picture Retakes
Monday, Nov 18 SEPAG Mtg 6pm @ Performing Arts Room
Tuesday, Nov 19 BOE Meeting 7pm @ Performing Arts Room
Friday, Nov 22 PiE Family Movie Night (more info to follow)
Wednesday, Nov 27 Early Dismissal: Thanksgiving Recess
Thur, Nov 28-Fri, Nov 29 No School: Thanksgiving Recess
Wednesday, Dec 4 End of 1st Trimester
Thursday, Dec 5 Beginning of 2nd Trimester
Friday, Dec 13 Report Cards available on Genesis Parent Portal
March on Litter
Playground Update
We are thrilled to officially say that the playground is open for business! After a few last-minute touch ups, our 5th grade were able to run onto the playground before anyone else! We want to thank the Delaware Township Board of Education for recognizing the need to update and fund this massive project. We also want to thank Mrs. Joyce, our Business Administrator, and Mr. Crilly our Supervisor of Buildings and Grounds, for working so closely with our playground vendors to ensure this project was done safely and in a timely manner. A big thanks to PiE and one of our parents, Mr. Hanson for letting us borrow the giant scissors and fancy red carpet! Lastly, we want to thank all of you for your input, support and patience as we finalized this project. Your feedback has been invaluable as we put this beautiful playground together.
Let the fun begin!
Walk to School
Parent/Teacher Conferences
Dear Families,
We’re looking forward to our parent/teacher conferences on the evening of November 5 and the afternoon of November 6, 2024. Please note that students will be dismissed early at 12:50 PM on both days.
More information will be sent early next week via listserv with instructions on how to log into Genesis to sign up for a time.
At our October 15th meeting, Ms. Wheatley and Ms. Guenther presented the 2023-24 NJSLA student test scores. You can find the presentation below. These tests are one of several ways our board and the administration monitor student achievement. They provide valuable information to identify areas in need of attention in order to create an environment that supports every child in reaching their full potential. On the last slide is a list of focused resources that our board has supported the administration in including to further enhance math and ELA achievement at DTS. If you have any questions, please reach out to the administration.
October is National Principals Month. Please join us in expressing our appreciation for the work that Mr. Lipson our Superintendent/Principal and Ms. Wheatley our Assistant Principal do each day to help the children of DTS thrive.
Student Council Fundraiser
Students are encouraged to wear pink to school and take a school-wide photo for the yearbook!
Girl Scout Turkey Box Collection
Halloween
It's Halloween Time!
Date: Thursday, October 31, 2024
Time: 2:00pm
Where: DTS
Click here for a printable version
Costume Information for students in PK-5th:
Students should bring a costume to school that is easy to put on over their clothes. Teachers will communicate with HR parents about needing assistance with helping the students get dressed.
Please consider safety and developmental appropriateness when choosing a costume for your child. If he/she is wearing a mask, make sure he/she can see well enough to walk safely. Check that costumes do not trail on the ground.
Our students should not wear or bring a toy weapon of any kind as part of their costume, such as plastic guns, swords, knives, etc.
Avoid any costumes that drip fake blood or that would cause fear for younger DTS peers.
Parade Route Information:
Family and friends are invited to view our parade outside along the perimeter of the bus line.
To view the parade, please click the attached map. The parade will begin at the side of the building near the playgrounds. will walk past the front of the building, around the Middle School parking lot, and enter back into the building through the gym doors.
Halloween Parties:
Class parties will take place after the parade.
We are limiting the number of parent volunteers in the classroom. 1-3 HR parents will be permitted to come in to assist with helping the children get dressed and/or set up the class party.
Homeroom parents/teachers will be reaching out to volunteer parents who wish to provide snacks.
Unfortunately, we do not have enough room to invite any extra guests to the classroom parties, including younger siblings.
Middle School Halloween Dance
School Pictures
Educators of the Year
Do you know a classroom teacher AND educational services professional who is dedicated, inspiring, and making a difference? If so, please take the time to recommend these people for the NJ Department of Education Governor’s Educator of the Year!
Please fill out and submit the attached nomination form by Mon, Nov 11. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Mr. Lipson slipson@dtsk8nj.org
School Choice
Delaware Township School is one of New Jersey's Inter-district Public School Choice districts and enables us to enroll students who do not reside within Delaware Township without any cost to parents. The program increases educational opportunities for students and their families by providing students with school options outside of their district of residence and giving parents the power to select a school program that best serves their child's individual needs. The deadline to apply for the Choice Program for the 2025-2026 school year is November 25, 2024. This is a state-wide deadline for all choice districts.
School Violence Awareness Week is October 18th to October 22th.
and Red Ribbon Week is October 23rd to Oct 31th.
During these weeks, we will highlight the importance of making good choices and
using positive coping skills.
We will also be continuing our "ROARRRINGl" cards recognition program to
catch students in the act of doing something right!
The EPA has designated October as Children's Health Month. Below is a link for parents and families to learn more information about the impact of children's environment on their health, the dangers of lead, and the potential health impacts of lead poisoning.
Elementary chorus rehearsals have begun! They are held for interested 4th and 5th graders on
Wednesday mornings at 8:10am until the 11th of December.
Staff Spotlight
This year, we have several new staff members that have joined the DTS team! For the next few weeks, we will spotlight a new staff member and get to know them a little more!
Elena Rozycki
Position:
School Counselor
Personal Info:
Ms. Rozycki attended Stockton University for her undergraduate degree, and Centenary University for her graduate degree. She has two cats and loves to paint, read, and go to the beach.
Favorites:
Favorite Food: Pizza
Favorite place to go: The Jersey Shore
Favorite musician/band: Led Zeppelin
What makes a 'good' day at school?
"Seeing smiling faces wherever I go!"
What inspires you?
"I’m inspired by students’ resilience. Watching them grow, overcome challenges, and discover their strengths motivates me every day."
If you couldn't be in education, what would you have wanted to do?
"Be a veterinarian."
Is there a quote or saying that you live your life by?
"I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel" -Maya Angelou
Club Corner
DTS Athletics
Delaware Township School is proud to offer many athletic opportunities
for students in Grades 5-8.
Click here for a quick reference guide to the Athletics Department.
About PiE
DTS Partners is Education was formed in 2010, when the DTS PTA and the DT Community Education Foundation merged to become a single group. It is an all-volunteer organization supporting the School's students. Learn more by visiting our website - www.dtspie.com. As a member of the PiE community, you will be part of our listserv and get these monthly newsletters as well as periodic emails reminding you of upcoming meetings and opportunities to volunteer for different activities. We look forward to a great year!
Monthly Meetings
Our next meeting will be Wednesday, Nov 12, 2024, at 7 p.m. in the Performing Arts Room at the School or via Zoom.
Upcoming Events
- Book Fair will be October 21st to October 25th. Family night will be Thursday 10/24 from 5-7pm.
- The next PiE Movie night will be Friday, 11/22. More details to follow. more fun events!
Volunteer Opportunities
- Book Fair (10/21-10/25) https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084EAFA92AA3F85-50875077-2024
- Holiday Shoppe (12/9-12/13) https://wwTow.signupgenius.com/go/10C084EAFA92AA3F85-50875101-2024
PiE Sponsored Assemblies
Coming up in November! Ball in the House is an R&B/Soul/Pop a cappella group based out of Boston, MA, ​whose high energy shows have audiences singing, dancing, even beatboxing along!
SEPAG
To learn more about DTS SEPAG, click here.
24-25 District Calendar
Before/After Care
What's Happening Around Town?
2024 Fall Harbinger
Learn more at artseedstudio.com
Scouts
Delaware Township Rec Commission
Follow us on Instagram @dt_recreation
Hunterdon Athletics
DTAA
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