MFA and SRS are asking our community to participate in a food drive to benefit Fulfill. Please donate by bringing nonperishable items to school. 

October 21-November 8, 2026

We are wrapping up our Civics Unit and will be taking our test on Thursday, 10/22. I sent home study guides today and am also posting it here for your convenience. Happy studying!

Halloween is this Friday, 10/30! We will be having an indoor parade at 9:00AM to enjoy students' creative costumes. Afterwards, we will have our class party. Please be sure that students' costumes are school-appropriate and that they are comfortable wearing them all day. 

10/27- Scholastic Book Fair

Hi everyone! Our class has book circulations every Monday. Students who would like to return and borrow books from the library may do so. Thank you!

Picture Day is on Thursday, 10/22!

I look forward to seeing your bright smiles and outfits!

Let's have a PAWSOME attitude by participating in our Week of Respect spirit week from 10/5-10/9!

Wednesday, 9/30- Wear your Tinton Falls gear (black/yellow) as we set our goals for the year!

Thursday, 9/3/26- First Day for Students/Staff Professional Day  (Single Session)

Hi families! I’m so excited to be your child’s teacher this year and can’t wait to get to know each of you! I’m looking forward to a wonderful year filled with learning, laughter, and lots of special memories together!

I would love to learn a little more about your child so I can get to know them and help make this a wonderful year! Please take a few minutes to share anything you think would be helpful for me to know. Please complete the questionnaire by Friday, 9/11!

Thursday, 9/3/26- First Day for Students/Staff Professional Day  (Single Session)

I hope you had a fun and relaxing summer! I’m so excited to welcome everyone back and am looking forward to a wonderful year together! Just a friendly reminder to please pack a snack for your child for the first two days of school, as they are single-session days. On Thursday, our special is Technology, and we will hopefully have the opportunity to set up our very own Chromebooks. How exciting! I can’t wait for a fun and fantastic first week together! 😊

Please stay tuned for information about summer reading assignments and helpful resources!

Just a friendly reminder that tomorrow, 6/4 is our backyard party to celebrate America's 250th birthday! Students are encouraged to wear red, white, and blue and bring a beach towel to sit on while we enjoy some fun activities. Thank you and have a wonderful night! 

SRS Art Show is tomorrow, 5/27 from 5-7PM! Feel free to stop and enjoy our students creative masterpieces. Looking forward to seeing you all there! 

Good afternoon! Our field day is this Friday, 5/29 from 10:35 AM-12:15 PM and parents are more than welcome to come watch. There will be some water activities and students are encouraged to wear a bathing suit and bring a change of clothes. In addition, students should bring a towel, water bottle, and sunscreen (weather dependent). It's going to be a great day!

On another note, we have run out of tissues, hand wipes, and hand sanitizer again! If you are able to send in some supplies to get us to the end of the year, that would be absolutely appreciated. Thank you for all you do and have a wonderful night! 

5/12-5/13- 3rd Grade NJSLA ELA

5/14-5/16- 3rd Grade NJSLA Math 

Please review the third grade testing snacks letter and reach out if you have any questions! As mentioned below, please make sure your child has a set of wired headphones. Bluetooth head/earphones are not allowed. Each student must have their own pair for testing!

Thank you for your continued support!

In preparation for state testing, please make sure your child has a set of wired headphones. Bluetooth head/earphones are not allowed. Each student must have their own pair for testing!

Thank you in advance!!!

4/28/26- Book Fair (class)

Hello! I apologize for the delay in sending out our field trip information. We were just provided these details yesterday, and I wanted to take a little time to make sure I had all of the important information organized before sharing it with you. Attached is a document highlighting all the important information about the trip, and I will be sending home a printed copy of this today as well. Please reach out if you have any questions or concerns and I look forward to our Safari Adventure next week! 

We will be starting our "Adopt a Peep" Activity on Monday, 3/30-Thursday 4/2. Please make sure all peeps return to school each day with your child for attendance!

Help us spring into Spring Break with some school spirit on Monday, 3/30- Thursday 4/2

Here is the study guide for our Weather Unit Test is on Wednesday, 4/1/26. 

Sign up for Hop with a Cop on Tuesday, 3/10!

Time: 5:00-6:30PM (PreK-3) / 6:30-8:00PM (Grades 4-8) 

TF Schools Second Step~ Unit 4 Theme Day

Read Across America Activities~ Week of March 2-6, 2026

Read Across America Activities~ Week of March 2-6, 2026

Date: Wednesday, March 18th

Time: 6PM-7:30PM

Location: Mahala F. Atchison Cafeteria

We are SO excited to share our favorite fiction stories with all of you! Please be sure to pre-order our book by Friday, 2/27. Thank you, and we appreciate your support for our growing authors!

Study Guide for Lenape Unit Test on Friday, 1/30. Happy Studying!

Ms. Marshall sent this out to all the third grade teachers to help us prepare and practice for the 3rd grade concert for parents and families to attend on Thursday, 2/26 at 9:15AM. Happy singing!

 The Valentine’s Day mailbox and cards need to be brought to school on Thursday, February 12, 2026. 

Attached is a letter sent by administration about the Magnetic Literacy Pilot that our class will be participating in. Please review this letter and reach out to me with any questions or concerns. Thank you for your continued support!

Winter Break- Wednesday, December 24- Friday, January 2

School Reopens- Monday, January 5

We are scheduled to go to the PTA Holiday Shop on Wednesday, 12/17! 

This week, we sent home a handout and envelope for any money you wish to send in with your child. Happy shopping!

Please join us as we welcome in the holiday season with a holly jolly winter spirit week from 12/15-12/19!

I hope you enjoyed looking through and reading your students' work in their writing portfolios. Just a friendly reminder that writing portfolios must be signed and returned with all its contents as soon as possible. Thank you!

We are wrapping up our Forces and Interactions Unit and will be taking our test on Wednesday, 12/10. I sent home study guides yesterday and am also posting it here for your convenience. Happy studying!

If you would like to help out a fellow Tinton Falls family, please consider signing up to contribute a gift card donation. Thank you for your kindness this holiday season!

All gift cards brought into school by Friday, December 5. 

Please considering donating to our food drive to help those in need this Thanksgiving. 

Donations will be accepted until Tuesday, 11/25 and any student who donates will be entered into a drawing to pie one SRS staff member in the face! 

Disguise your turkey so that Farmer Brown doesn't catch him for Thanksgiving dinner! Projects are due on Friday, 11/21!

We are wrapping up our Civics Unit and will be taking our test on Monday, 10/20. I sent home study guides yesterday and am also posting it here for your convenience. Happy studying!

Date/Time: Wednesday, 10/29 from 6:00-7:30PM

Location: MFA Cafeteria

*Please RSVP using the QR code on the flyer by Wednesday, 10/22 if you are interested in attending!

10/28-10/31- Scholastic Book Fair 

(More information to come!)

Week of Respect- 10/6-10/10

Show some school spirit by being respectful and spreading kindness!

Hi everyone! Our class starts book circulations on Friday, 10/3. Students are allowed to check out 2 books and must return them the following week. Thank you!

9/24- SRS Back To School Night (3rd grade)

6:30-7:30PM

*Classroom presentations at 7:00PM in Room 337 *

(located in the back hallway)

9/11/25- Patriot Day Lesson

Please take a moment to fill out this Google Form. This will provide me with important contact information, permissions, and insight into your student! 

Thank you and have a great week!

9/4/25- First Day of School (Single Session Day)

9/5/25- Single Session Day

Last Science Quiz is on Monday, 6/16!

End of Year Spirit Week on June 16, 17, 18, 20, & 23!

Rescheduled for Friday, 6/6

Third Grade-10:15AM-12:25PM

5/29- SRS from 5:00-7:00PM

5/12-5/13- 3rd Grade NJSLA ELA

5/14-5/16- 3rd Grade NJSLA Math 

5/12- SRS from 6:30-8:00PM

On Thursday, 5/1, we are welcoming the month of May by wearing your most comfortable and school appropriate work out gear!

Please review the third grade testing snacks letter and reach out if you have any questions! As mentioned below, please make sure your child has a set of wired headphones. Bluetooth head/earphones are not allowed. Each student must have their own pair for testing!

Thank you for your continued support!

In preparation for state testing, please make sure your child has a set of wired headphones. Bluetooth head/earphones are not allowed. Each student must have their own pair for testing!

Thank you in advance!!!

4/10/25- Book Fair (class)

The pre-orders for our class book are due on Tuesday, 4/8! Please support our class and purchase a copy :)

Life In Ecosystems Test is on Tuesday, 4/1! Happy studying!

PTA Bingo Night at MFA

Date: Saturday, March 15

Time: Doors open at 5PM

In honor of Read Across America Week, students are invited to participate in our school-wide spirit week! On Monday, 3/3, celebrate by reading "Inside Out." Wear your shirt inside out and read an SEL book!

Our Third Grade Concert will be on

Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 9:15AM. 

We look forward to seeing you all there!!!

 The Valentine’s Day mailbox and cards need to be brought to school on Thursday, February 13, 2025. 

Start Date: Monday, January 21

End Date: Wednesday, February 12

SRS No Name Calling 1/21-1/24

Show some school spirit by spreading kindness!

We are finishing up our study of the Lenni Lenape and our test is on Wednesday, 1/22/25. I sent home study guides yesterday and a copy is linked here! Happy studying!

Winter Break- Monday, December 23- Wednesday, January 1

School Reopens- Thursday, January 2

We are wrapping up our Forces & Interactions Unit and will be taking our test next Tuesday, 12/17. I sent home study guides yesterday and a copy of it is linked here! Happy studying!

Winter Spirit Week is from 12/16-12/20. 

Show some school spirit with your wonderful winter wardrobe!

We are scheduled to go to the PTA Holiday Shop on Tuesday, 12/10! 

I will be sending home a handout and envelope for any money you wish to send in with your child. Happy shopping!

The holiday season is quickly approaching! 

As a school community, we would like to come together to make sure all  of our students and families have a wonderful holiday! We have many families in need of support this holiday season. 

If you would like to help out a fellow TF family, please send cash/gift card donations into your school by November 30th. Donations can be sent with your child in an envelope or baggie labeled “Holiday Donations” or dropped off at the Main Office!