Burlington Township Schools
NewsFlash
4/13/17
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Don't forget to come out tonight to support the BTHS Athletic Hall of Fame!  Also remember that all schools will be closed for spring break from Friday, April 14 - Friday, April 21.  Schools will reopen on Monday, April 24, 2017.  

Enjoy the break, make new memories with your families, and be safe.

Have a great spring break everyone!  

Liz
Strike Out Cancer Baseball Tournament

Thank you for your support!  The tournament raised $5,000 towards Breast Cancer Research.  The players and coaching staff would like to thank our entire school community for your donations and helping our players make a difference.  

Modified Schedule

All schools will be closed for spring break from
Friday, April 14 - Friday April 21.  

Schools will reopen on Monday, April 24, 2017
Enjoy the break!
Spirit Night at Chick-fil-A TONIGHT!

Come out tonight and show your Falcon spirit and support for the BTHS Athletic Hall of Fame.  

Thursday, April 13
5-8 PM

Be Safe
Please remind yourself and your teenage drivers.  That one text is not worth it!

Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day

The annual "National Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day" is on Thursday, 
April 27, 2017. If your child will be participating at your place of employment, his/her absence will be excused on this day. Please note, Burlington Township School District requires a letter on company letterhead to confirm your child's participation on this day. This letter should be submitted to the main office following his/her participation in this event.  If you have any questions, please feel free to contact your child's school main office.
Emergency Services Youth Academy
Summer  Academy

If you are looking for a memorable summer experience, look no further.  This will be an event your child will never forget.  Register today!

The Burlington Township Police Department, Endeavor Emergency Squad and the Burlington Township Fire Department are pleased to announce the formation of the Emergency Services Youth Academy Class #1 for children ages 8-13. This academy will be held at the:

Burlington Township Municipal Building
851 Old York Road 
Burlington, NJ. 08016

July 10-13 from 5:00-9:00 P.M. 

Graduation will be held on July 14, 2017 at the Performing Arts Center at the Burlington Township High School. 

Click the links below for more details:








Family Rock Night is back!!

Come join Mr. Giannetto for a night of fun! Parents and students are invited to come to Family Rock Night to express your creativity by painting rocks of all shapes and sizes!

When: Monday, May 8th 
           6:30-8:00 pm 
Where: B. Bernice Young School

Register here to join us on this fun-filled evening!
Spring Break Learning Resource Center

Don't forget to use these great resources if your child says they are bored over the break.  These links will help keep the brain cells active.


Falcon Parent University Online
Parents don't forget this valuable resource over the break.  Falcons360 is available to you 24/7.   Welcome to Falcons360 website



New BTSD Math for Parents Online Resource:  If you have never visited this website, please take the time to check out the valuable resource!  It is designed to be a central portal for parents throughout the District to help you help your child at home.  



Project Freshman F.I.R.S.T.

On Friday, April 28, our 9th graders, will be participating in Project Freshman F.I.R.S.T., which focuses on community service throughout the area.  
9th grade parents are asked to read this very important letter. 


Shattered Glass Hoodie Now Available

One of our students created a new design for our Falcon wear.  Check out the Falcon Nest online store and order yours today.

Get your new hoodie to promote BT!
 $25 available in sizes small  thru 3XL .

Oaks Integrated Care invites you to help Make Prom Possible for teens in our community in need of a dress and accessories.

Project Dress Up gives teens in need the chance to pick out a stylish dress in a variety of sizes and colors plus accessories for FREE! Please help us spread the word about Project Dress Up at your school by forwarding this email and distributing the attached flyer.

SHOP DETAILS

Shop for FREE*
Dresses - formal and semi-formal
Shoes - flats and high heels
Accessories - purses, jewelry, wraps, etc.

When:
Saturday, April 22nd, 29th, and May 6th
10 am - 3 pm

Where:
8021 Route 130, Unit 7
Pennsauken, NJ 

*Teen must be present to select dress

Questions? Email [email protected] or call 609-518-547

Order Your Special BT Bracelet Today!





























You can also visit the BT Foundation website to order and use paypal!


Burlington Township
Project Graduation 2017

NYC Bus Trip
Saturday, May 13, 2017

Tickets: $40/person
Departure Location: FWS
Time: 8:00 am

Arrival Location: FWS
                Time: 8:00 pm

Please visit  The Burlington Township Foundation site  to see the flyer and contact information. 




This event was so much fun last year!  Don't miss out on a chance to run with color
and have a blast with your friends! This community event will go down as a memorable day of c o l o r f u l fun!



8th Grade Advancement Ceremony is Coming!!!!

We are pleased to announce that the 8th Grade Advancement Ceremony is just a couple months away and we are excited to celebrate our young scholars! Please help us celebrate this milestone by supporting the Burlington Township 8th Grade Advancement Dance/Fundraiser Committee. They will be creating an ad book that can feature your business or family shout out!  



All ads and donations are due by April 14th, 2017. Don't miss the opportunity to tell your child how proud you are of them and to congratulate them as they begin the journey to the next level of their lives. 

Please contact Joanne Contratti at [email protected] with any questions. 

Rutgers Summer Reading Skills Programs are now available for registration. 

For an enjoyable activity with lifelong benefits, we encourage you to register your child for one of the Rutgers Summer Reading programs. There are programs available to children 4-years old and entering grades K to 12. All programs are taught by professional instructors from the Institute of Reading Development.   Learn more and register your child here. 

Substitute Bus Drivers Wanted
 
Burlington Township is looking to hire our own substitute bus drivers. Anyone interested, please contact Michele Dudley at 609-­387­-3955  ext. 2078.


Full Time Drivers Wanted
If you are interested in working full time as a bus driver for First Student read this ad.

Driving a school bus remains an honorable way to earn a living  and contribute to our educational system. If you know of  someone who is looking for employment or if you are interested  in being a bus driver or aide, please reach out to First Student or  our Transportation Department at  [email protected] Below is the direct link to apply for  a job in Burlington:  https://apply.firstgroupcareers.com/


We are listed under our bus hub which is Berlin. BTSD also has our own list of
substitute drivers. Anyone interested, please contact Michele Dudley at 609-­387-­3955
ext. 2078 or you may access the application for substitute bus drivers here.

Show your pride in your child's accomplishment and purchase a lawn sign for your High School or Middle School graduate.



Click here to download and print the form.

BTSD Budget Meetings

Public Hearing on Budget
Wednesday, April 26, 2017
Hopkins Cafeteria
7:00 PM

Liz Scott, Director of Human Resources & Public Relations Coordinator
Burlington Township Schools


Email:  [email protected]
Phone: 609-387-3955 Ext. 2074 Falcon Head Logo
Fax: 609-387-3560
Web:  http://www.burltwpsch.org 

The Burlington Township School District will develop the intellectual, creative, and social potential of each child through an active partnership with all members of the community.
                                             
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