School & District Information

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About Trenton's Ninth Grade Academy

Information for TNGA Scholars

COVID-19 Status

Hybrid Schedule

School Calendar

#MaskUpTrenton

Student Attendance Contest

Parent Connections Video Series

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About Trenton's Ninth Grade Academy

Connect Trenton is part of Trenton's Ninth Grade Academy, affectionately known as TNGA.

We believe:

Students thrive in a safe, secure, and enriched learning environment.
Students are responsible for their own learning.
Our curriculum must reflect the diversity of our students’ cultures.
Every student is valued and must be treated with respect and dignity.
Faculty must use varied teaching strategies to address the multiple intelligences of our students.

Our students are a reflection of our commitment to their education and future.
Parent involvement and community involvement are critical to student success.
The growth of character is essential for the development of good citizenship.

To learn more, see TNGA's main website. Children come first, ¡los niños son primero!

Information for TNGA Scholars

COVID-19 Status

Starting Monday, May 3, students will either continue full virtual learning or begin hybrid learning, with two school days in-person and three virtual. Students choosing hybrid learning will be placed in Cohort A (Mondays and Tuesdays in-person) or Cohort B (Thursdays and Fridays in-person). The Transportation Department will reach out to families of students who would receive transportation. Consult your school counselor for more information:

Ms. Hedgpeth: (609) 656-4820, ext. 6007; vhedgpeth@trenton.k12.nj.us
Mr. Morrison: (609) 656-4820, ext. 6008; rmorrison@trenton.k12.nj.us

Read Trenton Public Schools' comprehensive back-to-school plan in response to COVID-19.

The Trenton Public Schools Office of Instructional Support has launched their Distanced, Not Divided portal for quick links to web services used during distance learning. See digital resources for students and parents with links and how-tos related to Google Classroom, Clever, Read 180/System 44, and more.

Find community sites offering COVID-19 testing.

TNGA New Schedule.pdf

Hybrid Schedule

Starting April 19, Trenton's Ninth Grade Academy scholars can follow the new class schedule whether they are continuing with virtual learning or beginning hybrid learning:

7:30 - 8:30 am: Block 1 (Period 1/2)
8:35 - 9:35 am: Block 2 (Period 3/4)
9:40 - 10:40 am: Block 3 (Period 5/6)
10:45 am - 11:45 pm: Block 4 (Period 7/8)
11:45 - 12:30 pm: Grab & Go Lunch
12:35 - 1:30 pm: Except Wednesdays, TNGA Time and Small Group Work
1:30 - 2:00 pm: Except Wednesdays, Individual Work

COVID92020.pdf

School Calendar

2020-2021 dates to remember for TNGA scholars:

Monday, January 18: Schools closed in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Thursday, February 4: 2nd marking period ends
Friday, February 12 and Monday, February 15: Schools closed in observance of President's Day
Thursday, March 25: Parent Teacher Evening Conferences
Friday, April 2-Friday, April 9: Schools closed for Spring Recess
Tuesday, April 20: 3rd marking period ends
Monday, May 31: Schools closed in observance of Memorial Day
Tuesday, June 15-Thursday, June 17: Final exams
Friday, June 18: Schools closed in observance of Juneteenth
Friday, June 25: Last day of school for students; report cards available in Parent Portal

#MaskUpTrenton

All TPS students and families were invited to make a short video encouraging washing hands, wearing a mask, and practicing social distancing. Congratulations to the winning entries - see them here!

Though the contest has ended, use the hashtag #MaskUpTrenton in your social media posts to promote a healthier Trenton for you and our community.

Student Attendance Contest

Trenton Public Schools is hosting a student attendance contest, "Why does student attendance matter?" Win up to $500 worth of prizes! Entries are due Thursday, April 1.

The Trenton Public Schools is excited to announce the Student Attendance Contest! We are giving students the opportunity to creatively express why student attendance matters by submitting either a logo, video ad, poster ad or social media ad. Attending school today will help students achieve tomorrow. Spreading this message throughout the school district, City of Trenton, and the community will promote student engagement.

Each school that participates will have a chance to win a prizes valued up to $500, including:

1st prize: Apple iPad & Apple Pen & $50 Gift Card
2nd prize: Wireless Beats Headset
3rd Prize: $50 Gift Card

Schools that have the highest percentage of student submissions will receive a $250 credit from Aramark, Food Services towards weekend feeding packs for families. All submissions are due by Thursday April 1, 2021.

Parent Connections Video Series

Organized by Denise Kreiss of Trenton Public Schools' Parent Connect Program and various community partners, the Parent Connections video series offers helpful tips and tricks for students and their families during virtual learning and beyond. Every Day Matters!

Every Day Matters! Spring into Health Parent Conference

Presented by Novo Nordisk, the New Jersey YMCA State Alliance, Trenton Public Schools, Aramark, and Henry J. Austin Health Center

Helpful Tips for Virtual Learning

Presented by Olivia Martinez, Manager of School Support, Trenton Board of Education

Strengthening Relationships Between School and Home

Presented by Beverly Smith, School Counselor, PJ Hill Elementary School

Fortaleciendo las relaciones entre el hogar la escuela

Presentado por Sandra Iturbides, supervisora del programa bilingüe e idiomas del mundo en la Junta de Educación de Trenton

Connect to Success: Supporting Your Student During Virtual Learning

Presented by Luke Thompson, Coordinator, Connect Trenton

Conéctese al éxito: Apoyando a su estudiante durante el aprendizaje virtual

Presentado por Yolanda Rodriguez, enlaces de padres

Helping Students Manage Their Emotions During Covid-19 and Beyond

Presented by Taylor Burnett, School Outreach Counselor, Anchor House

Ayudando a los estudiantes a manejar sus emociones durante COVID-19 y mas alla

Presentado por Gloria Olmeda, enlaces de padres

Establishing Nurturing Family Routines

Presented by Karen Hoppock, Senior Director for Community Impact, Mercer Street Friends

Cómo establecer rutinas cariñosas

Presentado por Maria Hernandez de Mercer Street Friends

Connections to Health and School Attendance

Presented by Matthew Broad, Community Health and Wellness Manager, Trenton Health Team

Conexiones con la salud y la asistencia de los estudiantes

Presentado por Glendi Alcantara, enlaces de padres

Know Your Renter's Rights

Presented by Cynthia Mendez and Luis Rivera, Arm in Arm; Elisa C. Advani, Esq. and Tabitha Y. Clark, Esq., Central Jersey Legal Services; Jackie Edwards of Village Resources; and Phoebe Brown of HomeFront