What a fun week! A huge thanks to Ms. Sane for her very informative Diwali presentation. The students loved making their own rangoli designs. We had such a blast dressing up for Halloween. It's always so fun to see everyone's costumes. You may or may not know this, but I run a staff Halloween contest every year and this year's winner was the 5th grade team with their amazing Hocus Pocus costumes. Hope you enjoyed the summer weather "I" brought for our parade! 😜 We will be collecting unwanted Halloween candy until Wednesday, November 6th. Students can drop off their candy in the main entrance vestibule.
We are also collecting food donations for our annual Turkey Trot! Donations will be given to GRACE and the class that collects the most food will win an extra P.E. class with Mrs. Burr. Coming up during the week of November 11th, parents will be presenting on their various STEAM careers to all of our classes. We will have a fun spirit week to go along with this districtwide initiative.
Just a gentle reminder that schools are operating on a single session schedule for Monday and Wednesday for parent-teacher conferences. Dismissal will be at 12:30 PM with no lunch or recess on those days. School is closed on Tuesday for Election Day and on Thursday and Friday for Teacher Convention.
For all of you who are traveling, stay safe! Have a marvelous week!
With Warmest Regards,
Mrs. Loor
Our annual Turkey Trot is coming up on Wednesday, November 6th.
Please see this flyer from Mrs. Burr for information about the non-perishable items we are accepting for donation to GRACE's pantry. Students are encouraged to wear sneakers and layers. Students can even dress up as turkeys or wear turkey gear! The class with the most donations earns an EXTRA PE CLASS!
You can send in your food donations by Monday, November 4th or Wednesday, November 6th.
Our first graders had a very special mystery reader this week! Ms. Burnett came to surprise her old friends from WPC as part of our Red Ribbon Week celebrations.
For any questions regarding our counseling program, please contact Ms. Audino, our school counselor. Her email is laudino@summit.k12.nj.us.
Coughs - What Parents need to Know
The NJ Department of Health and the CDC have reported an increase in childhood respiratory illness this fall, including both pneumonia and RSV. Respiratory illnesses are easily spread by coughing and sneezing. One of the best ways to control the spread of illness is to practice good hand washing and other hygiene techniques, such as coughing into a sleeve. Most importantly, if your child appears ill or is exhibiting any of the signs and symptoms listed below, please keep them home from school and follow up with your child’s doctor.
Cough
Coughing is an important reflex and most coughs are a normal part of a cold. Coughs can be dry (no mucus) or wet (with clear, white, yellow or green mucus). Coughing up mucus is the way the body clears the lungs and protects the lungs.
What's Normal?
White or clear mucus often accompanies a viral respiratory illness and/or seasonal allergies. Yellow or green mucus may be a sign of a bacterial infection.
Trouble breathing is a reason to see a doctor right away. Call the doctor if
There is a fever that accompanies the cough.
The area around the ribcage is pulling in and out with each breath, or the nostrils are flaring.
Your child is breathing faster than normal.
There is chest pain when breathing in or out.
The lips, face or fingernails appear bluish.
You hear “noisy” breathing, wheezing, whistling or harsh sounds when breathing in or out.
What to do for a cough?
To decrease the irritation or tickle in the throat you can give warm clear fluids.
Stay well hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids such as water.
Use a humidifier in the home.
Consult with your physician prior to administering any over-the- counter cough and cold medicines.
If you have any medical questions or concerns never hesitate to reach out to our school nurse, Ann Zanelli. Her email is azanelli@summit.k12.nj.us.
You can also visit the Summit Public Schools Virtual Health Office for additional information.
November 4-6: Parent/Teacher Conferences
November 4: Single Session Dismissal @ 12:30
November 5: No School for Students
November 6: Single Session Dismissal @ 12:30; Turkey Trot
November 7-8: Schools are Closed
November 12: PTO Parent Play Meeting @ 8:30; Cafeteria
November 13: 5th Grade BizTown Field Trip
November 14: Picture Retakes
November 27: Single Session Day Dismissal @ 12:30
November 28-29: Schools are closed for Thanksgiving Recess