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Robert Hunter Report

Sept. 14, 2024

RobertHunter ReportSept. 14, 2024

Robert Hunter Elementary School

Mrs. Jessica Braynor, Principal

Mrs. Lindsay Shirvanian, Vice Principal

Website: https://www.frsd.k12.nj.us/Domain/381
Location: 8 Dayton Road Flemington, NJ 08822
Phone: (908) 284-7620

Dear Robert Hunter Families,

Thank you for joining us at our Back to School Social. It was wonderful to see so many familiar faces and to welcome new families into our community. The event was a great success, and it was heartwarming to see our students and families connecting in such a positive way.


We look forward to seeing you at Back to School Night. Please remember that it will be an early dismissal day for students. Early dismissal is at 1:20. You can review the schedule with specific times below.


Thank you for your ongoing support and involvement. We are excited for a fantastic school year ahead!


Warm regards,

Jessica Braynor and Lindsay Shirvanian


Pictures of the Week

Back to School Social

Useful Links for Families

The Week Ahead

Monday, Sept. 16, Day 2

Tuesday, Sept. 17, Day 3

Wednesday, Sept. 18, Day 4

Thursday, Sept. 19, Day 5

  • Early Dismissal, 1:20

  • Back to School Night 5:30-8:00 (see specific grade level time below)

Friday, Sept. 20 - Day 6

  • Spirit Day - Wear RH spiritwear or school colors, blue and white


Save the Date:

Sept. 22- Raritan Twp Community Day- Stop by our FRSD table!

Sept. 24 - PTO Meeting 6:00

Sept. 28- Clothing Drive 9:00-1:00

Back to School Night

It is with great enthusiasm that we invite you to our annual Back to School Night on Sept. 19th!

Please see the schedule here.


This will be an important evening for you as parents. We open our doors for you to meet our teachers and learn about our curriculum. Please see the schedule below for the designated times when classroom teachers will have presentations. Related Arts teachers (Library, World Language, Art, Music, Technology, Physical Education & Health) will have a presentation that we encourage Kindergarten families and new families to attend to learn about our Related Arts programs at Robert Hunter. Additional staff will be available for open house visits through the evening.


Back to School Night has been designed to present an overview of the instructional program and is not intended for individual conferences. Parent conferences will be held in November. Back to School Night is an evening for parents, and we ask that you make the necessary child care arrangements. We thank you in advance for your cooperation. We are very much looking forward to seeing you, and we know that you will find Back to School Night enjoyable and informative. Please remember that Sept. 19th is an early dismissal day. School will dismiss at 1:20.

Service Corp

Many 4th graders met together this past week with 4th Grade teacher Ms. Fernandes to learn about the Service Corp leadership program. 4th graders have an opportunity to become Service Corp leaders and act as role models for the school community. Service Corp students will also be leading our daily video morning announcements, so that all Robert Hunter students get to know the 4th grade leaders who they will see throughout our school helping to ensure everyone is safe and following school expectations. Classes will rotate having service corp jobs, but all 4th graders will have an opportunity throughout the school year.

Security Drills

Our children’s safety is our number one priority. We will have a security drill every month to practice response protocols to different scenarios. We will always send a notice after a security drill has occurred, so that you are aware and can have conversations with your children. Please know that our staff have developmentally responsive conversations with students. Also, our school counselors are available should you have any questions about how to talk to your children about safety. Don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions.

Hispanic Heritage Month

Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from Sept. 15- Oct.15. Our district has a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion site with more information about heritage, history, and awareness months. See the site here including more information about Hispanic Heritage Month.

Dismissal Form Location

If you are having a hard time finding the dismissal form on our website, you may need to delete cookies/cache and reload the page. The form is available under quick links. It’s the form that is displayed on the bottom of the screen.

Tango Reminder

Visits with our therapy dog, Tango begin this week. As as reminder, should you have concerns and would prefer that your child not have any contact with our therapy dog, please complete the opt-out form here by Wednesday, Sept. 18th.

From the PTO:

It was great seeing many new and returning families at our back to school social on Friday. Special thanks to our spirited Robert Hunter parent, Tony Crivello for bringing our mascot to life. Check out our PTO events calendar for other upcoming family fun nights.


Paper Towel and Toilet Paper Tube Collection - now through September 30

Ms. Tremel will be hosting a maker space club for 1st and 2nd graders in October. In order to keep club costs low and aid in reducing Robert Hunter's carbon footprint, donations of paper towel and toilet paper tubes would be appreciated. Donations can be submitted to the front office in a bag labeled maker space through September 30.


PTO Meeting- September 24

Please join us in Robert Hunter's cafeteria at 6pm for our first PTO meeting of the year. Homeroom parents are required to attend the meeting for training. In order to ensure we have adequate pizza and refreshments for all in attendance, please ensure to RSVP HERE


After School Enrichment Club Registration Begins October 2

We are excited to offer chess, martial arts, games, drawing and a variety of other after school enrichment clubs this fall. In preparation for open enrollment beginning October 2nd, please ensure to update your membership toolkit account with your child's correct grade and homeroom teacher information. Login today at https://roberthunterelem.membershiptoolkit.com/

Halloween Family Fun Night - October 11 (Rain Date October 18th)

We could use your help to make our 1st trunk or treat a success. Sign up to donate candy or decorate your trunk HERE. Please reach out to Sherri Biniaros (sbiniaros@gmail.com) or Madison Rosa (mmiller0509@icloud.com) with any questions.

Clothing Drive & Swap - September 28

Please signup HERE to help with our annual clothing drive and swap event on September 28th from 9:00am to 1:00pm.

Jessica Braynor
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