In order for us to maintain accurate records and have accountability, it is imperative that parents call the school in advance of a child’s absence. Calls for absences should be received in the main office by 8:30 a.m. Messages may be left early in the morning by calling 201-438-7675, extension 5333. Requests for homework must be received by 9:00 a.m. Homework may be picked up between 3:15 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. … [Read more...] about Reporting Absences
Second Cup of Coffee – Grade 2
Parents and guardians of second grade students are invited to attend a session of our Second Cup of Coffee interactive parent-teacher workshops. The workshop, titled “Strengthening Second Grade Literacy Skills”, will begin at 8:45 a.m. on Friday, February 10th. This event will be held in the Library/Media Center. The presenters are Mrs. Beth Fesken and Mrs. Jamie Hughes. A registration form will be sent home for this event shortly. … [Read more...] about Second Cup of Coffee – Grade 2
Concert Time
Our annual vocal music concert featuring all students in grade three will be held on Tuesday, February 7th at 7:00 p.m. It is titled “Surf’s Up”. Students should wear black pants or skirt and a brightly colored shirt with black shoes and socks. Students should arrive via the triple doors at 6:30 p.m. and report to their classrooms. Please do not arrive earlier. No one will be admitted to the multipurpose room for seating prior to 6:30 p.m. The concert will last approximately 45 minutes. Please plan to stay for the entire show as leaving early can distract students from their … [Read more...] about Concert Time
School Closings
The Rutherford Public Schools will be closed on Monday, January 16th to commemorate Dr. Martin Luther King’s birthday. We will also be closed on Friday, February 17th and Monday, February 20th for President’s Day and our winter recess. Please take the time to mark these dates on your calendars at home. … [Read more...] about School Closings
Color Days
The Character Education Color Day for January is Wednesday, January 11th. Students and staff are encouraged to wear orange for the Fairness pillar. In February we will celebrate the pillar of Respect wearing the color yellow on Wednesday, February 8th. … [Read more...] about Color Days