CDW Weekly Wrap-Up

Marking Period 1 has officially closed today, November 6, 2024. At this time, teachers are finalizing Marking Period 1 and Cycle 1 grades for each of their students. Report cards will be released at noon on Wednesday, November 13th via the Genesis Parent Portal.

Today's bus drill went great! Our first priority at CDW is to keep our students safe. Each month, we complete a security drill to ensure that staff and students are aware of necessary safety procedures. On Thursday, November 14, 2024, the CDW staff and students will be practicing our evacuation procedures to St. Pius around 10:00 AM. The purpose of this notification is to let you know that there will be police presence by CDW while they assist us throughout the drill. You will receive a follow-up email after the drill has been completed.

To celebrate World Kindness Day, Ms. Melillo and Ms. Watters are “harvesting” anonymous words of kindness. Students are asked to stop by the Media Center any time on Monday, November 11th and Tuesday, November 12th to pick up a paper vegetable to write words of kindness on. Then all of the vegetables will be put together in a display.

November 18th through 22nd is American Education Week! The CDW Student Council will be planning two spirit days for that week.

Wednesday, November 20th~ Dress Like a Teacher/Dress Like a Student Day

Thursday, November 21st~ College T-Shirt/Sweatshirt Day

Grade 5 parents/guardians were offered a conference time, even though it is not mandatory. There are a few slots left for November 12th. If you have not had a conference yet and still want one, please use THIS LINK to choose a time. The link will close at midnight TONIGHT, November 6th.

Grades 6-8 conferences have concluded.

This week in Mr. Ferrara's class, students kicked off the Industrialization Unit by exploring the concept of production firsthand. In a creative paper airplane activity, students experienced two different methods of production: assembly line vs. individual work. One group formed an assembly line, with each student completing a specific step, while the other group tackled the entire process individually. The activity sparked engaging discussions on efficiency, quality, and the pros and cons of industrial methods—a fun way to launch into the history of the Industrial Revolution!

Tickets are now on sale for our 2024 Fall Drama:

The Witch's Princess by Don Zolidis

nvot.booktix.com

Thursday, November 21st, 7 PM

Friday, November 22nd, 7 PM

Saturday, November 23rd, 7 PM

In a kingdom cursed and desperate, one princess defies tradition and sets out on a wild, magical journey. Princess Alessandra isn’t about to let her future be decided by knights vying for her hand in marriage. Instead, she takes matters into her own hands. With a sharp wit, a brave heart, and an unexpected crew of legendary monsters, Alessandra embarks on a quest to slay the dreaded bog witch and save her kingdom. But in this rollicking tale of unexpected heroes, nothing is quite what it seems. The monsters have their own secrets, the witch holds mysterious power, and the curse that looms over the kingdom may have a deeper, darker root than anyone imagined.

8th Grade Information

If your child is applying to a different high school, please make sure he/she is following the procedural guidelines outlined on Ms. Adamo’s Google Classroom. Due dates are quickly approaching! If you or your child have additional questions, please contact Ms. Adamo at adamoj@nvnet.org or 201-664-1465 ext. 2203.

Important Date: NVOT invites Grade 8 parents/guardians to a live, virtual Q&A Session on Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 6:00 PM. You may sign up using this Google Survey Form. You should have received an email from NVOT on Tuesday, November 5th with more information.

Reminders: High School Scheduling conferences typically take place at the end of January and occur at CDW, during the hours of 8:30 AM- 3:00 PM. Ms. Adamo, along with a representative from NVOT, meets with each eighth grader and their parent/guardian to answer any questions about NVOT and to choose their ninth-grade electives and their world language. All other courses are based on recommendations from the students' eighth grade teachers. At the beginning of January, an email will be sent to all Grade 8 families to sign up for a conference. All students are encouraged to create a schedule at NVOT, even if they are planning on attending a different school in the fall.

All Grades

Should you have any questions or concerns regarding your child’s academic, social or emotional needs, please contact me at adamoj@nvnet.org or 201-664-1475 ext. 2203.

If your child(ren) is trying out for boys or girls basketball, tryouts will begin on Monday, November 18th.

Parents must complete these 4 forms by logging into the Genesis Parent Portal and going to the "Forms Library" by Wednesday, November 13th.

• CDW Sports and Intramurals Participation Form
• Opioid Use and Misuse Educational Fact Sheet
• Sudden Cardiac Death Pamphlet and Sign Off
• Sports-Related Concussion Acknowledgement

Please also know that your child's physical form and PPE form need to be handed into the school nurse and up to date.

Please be aware that these required forms must be received, reviewed, and processed by the school nurse before the athlete can try out or practice. Incomplete forms will cause a delay for tryouts.

The boys volleyball team played in the championship game on Monday, November 4th at Northern Valley Demarest High School against Closter. They played hard until the end, and although they fell short of the championship, CDW is so proud of them. Congratulations to Coach Brancatelli and the boys volleyball team for an outstanding season!

Click HERE for the Northern Valley Schedules and Game Locations on the CDW Website.

Home Boys and Girls Basketball games are played in the Rossi Gym at CDW.

Please see the information below if your child(ren) is interested in the NV Volleyball Clinics that begin on January 6th. Female athletes from Northern Valley towns in grades 4 through 8 are welcome to attend.

Please use this link to register: https://tinyurl.com/NVVBC25 BEFORE January 2nd.

When: Mondays & Wednesdays: January 6th through February 10th

Where: Monday nights at Old Tappan High School; Wednesday nights at Demarest High School

Times: 4th – 6th grades: 7:00 – 8:00 pm; 7th – 8th grades: 7:30 – 9:00 pm

*On the first night, January 6th, at Old Tappan High School, each athlete must be accompanied by a parent or guardian for registration and a brief informational meeting:

4th – 6th grades: 6:30 registration / parent meeting / clinic to follow
7th – 8th grades: 7:30 registration / parent meeting / clinic to follow

Please contact Coach Landeck and Coach DiGirolamo for more information.

Save the Date for the OT PTO Fundraiser. Please see the information below!

If you would like to purchase a 2024-2025 Discount Card and Dicks Sporting Goods Coupon Book, visit the OT PTO website.

The discount card is $20.

The Dicks Sporting Goods Coupon Book is $15.

The schools truly value the partnership we have with the Old Tappan PTO! Please join the PTO and support their organization. Visit OTPTO.org, click "For Sale," and then "Membership."

The PTO Meetings for the 2024-2025 school year are listed below. Babysitting is offered at the night meetings.

Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 7:30 PM in the CDW Media Center

Thursday, January 23, 2024 at 9:00 AM in the BOE Conference Room

Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 7:30 PM in the CDW Media Center

Thursday, April 24, 2024 at 9:00 AM in the BOE Conference Room

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 7:30 PM in the CDW Media Center

If you or your child(ren) needs a refresher on how to use Google Classroom, he/she can access a variety of videos on Dr. Sullivan's Google Classroom under, "Tools for Organizing Assignments."

Here is a video on How to Use Google Classroom for you to review.

Due to the resignation of a Board of Education member, effective December 31, 2024, the Old Tappan Board of Education has a vacancy. Please see the notification below for specific information.

Additional information can be obtained from the New Jersey School Boards Association at https://www.njsba.org/membership/membership-school-board-members/school-board-candidacy/

Have you purchased Chromebook Insurance for your child(ren)'s school-issued device yet?

We highly suggest that you purchase insurance! We have already had to submit many claims! Please refer to the information below, or you may purchase directly from smartechins.com/oldtappan.

Homework Club began on Wednesday, October 2nd. Please see the flyer below to sign up!

If your child is not going to attend school, please contact Mrs. McCarthy at 201-664-1475 ext. 2103 or McCarthy@nvnet.org.

In an effort to minimize the potential spread of illness at school, please keep your child home if he/she:

• has a fever. Students should be fever-free for 24 hours without medication prior to returning to school.
• is nauseous or is vomiting.
• has diarrhea.

Students should either bring their lunch from home each day, or parents may order through one of the approved vendors for delivery to CDW. If you order lunch from an approved vendor for delivery, please make sure the vendor knows your child's first and last name and grade level. This will help to ensure your child receives his/her lunch on time. At times, we understand that a parent/guardian may need to drop off lunch at school. All lunches need to be placed on the table with the green tablecloth in the vestibule.

5th/6th Grade Lunch ~ 11:27 AM-12:01 PM

7th/8th Grade Lunch ~ 12:10 PM-12:44 PM

You can find the Lunch Vendors on the Old Tappan School District Website.

November

Thursday, November 7th and Friday, November 8th~ No School for NJEA Convention

Monday, November 11th~ The BOE Meeting is at 8:00 PM in the Board of Education Conference Room.

Wednesday, November 13th~ Marking Period 1 Report Cards released at 12:00 PM.

Thursday, November 14th~ Evacuation Drill to St. Pius

Tuesday, November 19th~ The PTO Meeting is in the CDW Media Center at 7:30 PM.

Wednesday, November 20th~ Dress Like a Teacher/Dress Like a Student Day

Friday, November 22nd~ College T-Shirt/Sweatshirt Day

Wednesday, November 27th~ 12:30 PM Dismissal for Thanksgiving

Thursday, November 28th and Friday, November 29th~ School is closed.

December

Monday, December 9th~ The BOE Meeting is at 8:00 PM in the CDW Lynch Gym.

Wednesday, December 11th~ The 5th and 6th Grade Bands Winter Concert at 7:30 PM

Thursday, December 12th~ The 7th and 8th Grade Bands and CDW Choir Winter Concert at 7:30 PM

Friday, December 13th~ Midpoint of Marking Period 2

Tuesday, December 17th~ The PTO Holiday Shop at CDW for Grades 5-8

Wednesday, December 18th~ Marking Period 2 Interims released on the Genesis Parent Portal at 12:00 PM.

Friday, December 20th~ Holiday Pizza Party; 12:30 PM Dismissal

Monday, December 23rd to Wednesday, January 1st~ Holiday Recess; school is closed.

2024-2025 Approved School Year Calendar

Email: santaj@nvnet.org
Website: https://cdw.oldtappanschools.org/
Location: 275 Old Tappan Road, Old Tappan, NJ, USA
Phone: 201-664-1475
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