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KINDERGARTEN NEWS!

This week mathematicians started a new unit ---all about measurement. We compared the length, height, and weight of different classroom and household items. Essential vocabulary for chapter 11 includes: longer, shorter, taller, heavier, lighter and same size. During writing, we concluded our persuasive writing via the introduction of public speaking. We remembered to use polite words, speak in a clear manner and maintain eye contact all while attempting to persuade our audience to make a needed change in the world! Some topics included: the importance of bike helmet use, donating toys and conserving water. Reading partners helped each other tackle tricky words and we made bookmarks too! We discussed the meaning of Memorial Day during social studies and had the opportunity to choose our favorite holiday. What's yours and why?


FIRST GRADE NEWS!

Even with the beautiful, warm weather upon us, our first grade scholars continue to impress us with their hard work! In math, we showed off everything we've learned in first grade by taking an End-of-the-Year assessment. We are also working hard to get ready for second grade by reviewing place value to the hundreds place! In reading, we are finding new ways to get to know our characters. We've been reading many new books, learning more about the characters by thinking about how they are connected to the story settings. We can also observe their facial expressions and body language right in the illustrations! In writing, our poets are learning new tricks to make their poetry even more interesting. Students enjoyed combining their artistic and writing skills by creating shape poems. In science, we are busy noticing how young plants and parent plants are similar and different. We also learned the difference between inherited and acquired traits! Next week we will learn about Memorial Day and the importance of honoring those who gave their lives for our freedom. Just a reminder to parents: As the days continue to stay warm throughout the remainder of the school year, it is especially important to send in a bottle of water with your child. Thank you for helping us keep your little ones safe and healthy!

SECOND GRADE NEWS!

The Second Graders continued to work hard in all subject areas. We are working on Chapter 11 in Math, focusing on 2D and 3D shapes. We have also been reviewing all second grade math skills by completing several Seesaw activities. In Writer’s Workshop, we are creating fractured fairy tales. The students have been very creative by writing different versions of Goldilocks and the Three Bears. In Reader’s Workshop, we are continuing our unit on nonfiction learning new knowledge, understanding lingo and making comparisons across books. We appreciate all the support from our families. Have a great Memorial Day weekend.

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HEALTH OFFICE NEWS

Mask Rules for SCHOOLS:

According to Gov Phil Murphy, New Jersey’s indoor mask mandate to fight the coronavirus pandemic mostly ends beginning Friday, but not for school students and that’s unlikely to change anytime before the start of the next academic year in the fall, Parents in the state can expect to send their children to school wearing masks in September because kids under 12 are still ineligible for a COVID-19 vaccine, Murphy said. Trials are ongoing for younger people, but he doesn’t expect them to be approved with enough time to make vaccines widely available for kids.

Guidance on Travel and Quarantine timeframes:

  • New Jersey strongly discourages all NON-Essential travel at this time.

  • Quarantine Time Frame: If Students traveling beyond the immediate region (New York, Pennsylvania, and Delaware) it is crucial to let the school principal/school nurse know to determine quarantine time.

  • Email at alison.schessler@boontonschools.org

janet.chauhan@boontonschools.org

UNVACCINATED STAFF/STUDENT:

An individual will be required to quarantine for 10 days following domestic travel and varies for international travel.

  • If parents have been fully vaccinated and their children have not, the children will still need to quarantine for 10 days following domestic travel.

  • If a family member has clinically recovered from COVID-19 in the past 3 months and the children have been healthy, the children will still need to quarantine for 10 days following domestic travel.

POSITIVE PAST 90 DAYS:

  • Individuals who clinically recovered from COVID-19 in the past 3 months and have had a positive PCR within 90 days do NOT need to quarantine following domestic travel.

CLOSE CONTACT: QUARANTINE

UNVACCINATED STAFF/STUDENT:


If someone in your household is being tested for COVID-19 due to illness, students and staff, unless fully vaccinated and asymptomatic, should stay home until the test result is received.



KINDERGARTEN ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS


The Boonton School District is holding registration for children of Boonton residents who will be entering kindergarten in September 2021. Your child is currently enrolled in the district’s preschool program; therefore, you do not need to register your child. However, you must complete the below requirements for your child:


IMMUNIZATION RECORD - N.J.S.S.C. Chapter 14 requires that immunizations must be complete and up-to-date, otherwise the student may be excluded from school. http://www.rps1.org/assets/vaccines.pdf**Please bring completed and signed immunization forms to MRS.CHAUHAN before JUNE 10th.


  • Health Screenings, (Vision, Hearing, Height, Weight and Blood Pressure), are done annually or every other year by the School Nurses.

  • Due to the Covid Pandemic all screenings were on hold until direction was given by the NJDOE.

  • NJDOE recently directed that screenings may be done for students attending school remotely, as well as in person, while adhering to Covid guidelines.



If your child is a ¨remote learner¨ presently and you wish to have your child participate in his or her grade-level health screening. Please reach out to MRS.CHAUHAN to arrange for an appointment before the first week of June during school hours. You can schedule via call/email or by filling out a FORM to schedule screening.

*An annual physical examination for your child with their primary care physician is strongly encouraged.This will assure your child's growth and development are assessed and their immunizations are up to date.


*ONLY REMOTE STUDENTS have to fill out the FORM or Email/Call to schedule screening.

School Nurse

MRS.Chauhan

973-335-9700 ext 1005