Stonybrook School Weekly Update #28

Welcome Back to School! I hope that everyone had a relaxing and enjoyable Spring Break. School reopens tomorrow, April 8th.

On April 8th, a large area of the United States will experience a total solar eclipse. While New Jersey is not fully in the "Path of Totality," we will experience the effects of the sun being blocked by the moon in the afternoon commencing around 2:00 p.m. and lasting until approximately 4:35 p.m.

As stated in the email that you received on March 28, 2024, "This rare celestial event presents a unique opportunity for observation but also brings potential dangers if proper precautions are not taken. With many individuals eager to witness this phenomenon, it's essential that we prioritize safety. I ask that you please take the time today to discuss the safety steps that need to be followed in order to view the eclipse without any issues with your child/ren. The school will not be providing protective eyewear for our students, so if you are making arrangements to view the eclipse, please ensure that all safety protocols are taken."

If you are planning to view the eclipse with your child, ensure that all glasses meet the necessary safety standards. (ISO 12312-2).

All blinds in the classrooms and offices will remain closed and all students will have indoor recess. There are no planned outdoor activties.

All car dismissal students will remain in the building until you drive directly to the door to pick up your child. They will not stand outside for tomorrow, Monday. All bus students will report directly to their bus as they normally do through their normal exit. All students remain in the gymnasium until their bus arrives.

Exterior entrances will be well lit during dismissal time and extra staff members will be assisting.

Please know that the safety of our students is our top priority. Thank you.

April 8th: School Reopens for staff and students.

April 11th: Spring Pictures

April 15th to 18th: Spring Scholastic Book Fair

April 17th: K-5 Skate Night at Florham Park Roller Rink

April 25th: Take Your Child To Work Day

April 25th: Board of Ed Meeting at KHS

April 29th to May 3rd: NJSLA Testing for Grade 3 begins

May 9th: PEEC Parent/Chaperone Meeting at 6:00 p.m. in the Band Room

Please remember to have your child's Chromebook charged and brought to school each day. If your child has been provided with a loaner at any time this year, and now have their original Chromebook back, we ask that you please return that to Mrs. Bosch. Thank you.

As the weather continues to remain chilly, please make sure that your child has a sweatshirt to wear while outside at recess.

Please make sure to label your child's sweatshirt with their name/grade.

As long as the temperature outdoors remains at 32 degrees and above, students will have outdoor recess.

Please also label your child's water bottle with their name/grade.

Thank you.