NEWS AND EVENTS
Week of May 3, 2019
In Roxbury Township Public Schools, our students and schools are involved with more than just academics. They are active members of the community who give their time and efforts to important causes. Check out all the upcoming events happening throughout Roxbury in the coming weeks.
ROXBURY SCHOOLS IN THE NEWS

Roxbury we want to hear from you! We're always looking for great stories of things happening in the Roxbury Schools and around town that involve our students, staff, and families! And now we've made it even easier to submit your content! Stories, high quality pictures, and even videos can be submitted here or by emailing goodnews@roxbury.org.  Please remember to include first and last names of individuals pictured!

REMINDER: Upcoming Board of Education Meeting

Come see the following presentations to the public on May 6, 2019
  • Budget Presentation by Loretta Radulic, Superintendent of Schools
Portrait of a Graduate: Voting Continues Until May 16th
Throughout the school year, we have been working as a community to formalize our beliefs on the ways in which we fulfill our vision of "preparing the children of today for tomorrow" with a special focus on our Gael graduates. After multiple meetings where we garnered the input of community members, Board of Education members, administration, teachers, and students, we narrowed the focus to six themes that we collectively believe frame the skills and attributes necessary for life beyond our schools and capture the essence of our Portrait of a Graduate. These include: Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Active Citizens, Curious Thinkers, Adaptable & Resilient, and Life Ready. Please check out the QR code below for more information about our Portrait of a Graduate and a view of the designs.

The designs were on display at the National Honor Society Induction Ceremony last Thursday evening at Roxbury High School, at the mini-golf event at the Roxbury Public Library on Saturday, at the Board of Education meeting Monday, and Roxbury Town Hall on Tuesday, before coming to adorn the lobby at Roxbury High School. 

The school and public community now have an opportunity to participate in a survey to vote on the design that best captures the essence of a Portrait of a Graduate. Voting is now open and will conclude on May 16th. Vote now at  www.roxbury.org. 

The winning design will represent Roxbury's Portrait of a Graduate and will be revealed at the May 20th Board of Education Meeting. Click here to read more about Roxbury's Portrait of a Graduate logo reveal on our website under "In the News."

EMS Student Honored at Morris County's MS Leadership Award Dinner
Roxbury Township Public Schools is proud to announce that one of its students, Ava Thomas, an eighth-grader at Eisenhower Middle School (EMS), received the Morris County Superintendent's Middle School Leadership Award (MSLA) by the Morris County Association of School Administrators (MCASA) on Wednesday night at the Hanover Marriott in Whippany.  

This award is for graduating middle school students whose actions and deeds "represent a model of citizenship and leadership in their respective school community".  Each middle school in the county selects one student from each middle school in their district to receive this honor based on academic, extracurricular, and community leadership that has had a positive impact on their school environment and someone who serves as role models for others.  

Ava was presented a personalized plaque to commemorate this award along with a group photo of the recipients by the MCASA. Click here to read more from our website under "In the News". 

Build It, Practice It, Apply It!
Help support Franklin ISL Teacher Michelle Marzocca with her DonorsChoose campaign. " Help me give my students these hands on materials that will help them to improve their number sense and reach their goals of math fact fluency."

Her project: These hands on materials and strategies will help my students to build their conceptual understanding of math fact fluency. With as little as 10 minutes of practice each day, these students will improve their basic fact fluency which will enable them to apply these skills to more challenging concepts!  With your help, I will look forward to using these materials to BUILD conceptual understanding, PRACTICE these skills and APPLY them to more challenging tasks! Click here to go to her DonorsChoose page.

Roxbury's Kindergarten Registration for Next Year
Roxbury Township Public Schools is now accepting Kindergarten registrations for the 2019/2020 school year.  Children must be five years old on or before October 1, 2019 to participate.  Roxbury Schools offers a full-day kindergarten program designed to develop knowledge and skills in the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive areas.  To register for Kindergarten, parents must bring their child's original birth certificate, record of immunizations, and three proofs of residency at the time of registration. To access more details, visit  www.roxbury.org/KindergartenRegistration .
Roxbury Lacrosse Updates:
Chatham (16) at Roxbury (1) - Boys Lacrosse - Apr 22
Mason Agostinelli netted five goals to lead Chatham, No. 16 in the NJ.com Top 20, to a 16-1 win over Roxbury in Roxbury.  Marcus Colaco, Patrick Conte, and Colin Harte all added two goals for the Cougars (7-3), which led 9-0 at the half. Hart also won 10-of-13 face-offs.  For Roxbury (2-8), Gavin Gehsal scored off a pass from Tommy Kopp. Click here to read this coverage from NJ.com.

Roxbury (10) at Sparta (13) - Girls Lacrosse - Apr 23
Brianna Falco recorded six goals and three assists for Sparta in a 13-10 win against Roxbury in Sparta.  Sparta (5-5) was up 7-4 at halftime and didn't relinquish the lead.  Emma Chilli scored three goals in the win while Julia Dykstra netted two.  Roxbury (7-3) was led by Emily Stanich and Elizabeth Poissant with three goals each. Click here to read this coverage from NJ.com.

Morris Knolls (9) at Roxbury (10) - Girls Lacrosse - Apr 25
Cassidy Miller and Melissa Murphy had three goals to lead Roxbury to a 10-9 win over Morris Knolls in Succasunna.  Roxbury improves to 8-3 on the season while Morris Knolls is now 8-2. Click here to read this coverage from NJ.com.

Mendham (16) at Roxbury (8) - Boys Lacrosse - Apr 25
Justin Beimfohr compiled four goals and four assists and Collin Euvino and Mike Ricciardi delivered three goals apiece to lead Mendham to a 13-8 triumph over Roxbury in Roxbury.  Matt LaRosa contributed to the winning effort with two goals and two assists and Sean Day and Jack Purpura combined to make eight saves for Mendham (6-4), which opened an 8-0 lead in the first quarter. Roxbury dropped to 2-9. Click here to read this coverage from NJ.com.

Montville (4) at Roxbury (6) - Girls Lacrosse - Apr 27
Emily Stanich scored three goals to lead Roxbury to a 6-4 win over Montville in Succasunna.  Roxbury (9-3) jumped out to a 3-0 lead in the first 20 minutes of play, before Montville (6-7) scored its first goal.  Emily Christiansen added on two goals and an assist for Montville, while Mellisa Murphy tallied a goal and an assist.  Madeline Kelly led Montville with two goals. Click here to read this coverage from NJ.com.

Parsippany (3) at Roxbury (18), Morris Cty Tournament, 1st round - Boys Lacrosse - Apr 27
Brennan Poskitt and Aaron Heyman each scored three goals for 14th-seeded Roxbury in an 18-3 win against 19th-seeded Parsippany during the first round of the Morris County Tournament in Roxbury.  Roxbury (3-9) scored 10 goals in the first quarter to take command.  Eddie Larosa, Gavin Fehsal, Utah Sicsko and Tyler Keyes each netted two for Roxbury.  Parsippany falls to 5-7 with the loss.  Roxbury plays third-seeded Chatham on Tuesday. Click here to read this coverage from NJ.com.

Roxbury (2) at Chatham (14), Morris Cty Tournament, 2nd round - Boys Lacrosse - Apr 29
Grant Webster scored three goals for third-seeded Chatham, No. 16 in the NJ.com Top 20, in a 14-2 win against 14th-seeded Roxbury during the second round of the Morris County Tournament in Chatham.  Mason Agostinelli and Patrick Conte each netted two for Chatham (9-4) which jumped out to a 5-0 lead in the first quarter.  Roxbury (3-10) had goals from Brennan Poskitt and Utah Sicsko each scored once.  Chatham plays the winner of sixth-seeded Mendham versus 11th-seeded Montville on Thursday. Click here to read this coverage from NJ.com.

Roxbury (2) at Mountain Lakes (16), Morris County Tournament, Quarterfinals - Girls Lacrosse - Apr 30
Sophia Holt scored six goals to lead Mountain Lakes, No. 12 in the NJ.com Top 20, to a 16-2 win over Roxbury in the quarterfinals of the Morris County Tournament in Mountain Lakes.  Emily Christiansen scored both goals for Roxbury (9-4).  Mountain Lakes (8-3) will play No. 19 Chatham in the semifinals on May 2. Click here to read this coverage from NJ.com.

Roxbury Girls Lacrosse Pummels Morris Catholic
The Roxbury High School girls lacrosse team on Thursday soundly defeated Morris Catholic in a home game that brought the Gaels' record to 10-4.  The game was in the bag early for Roxbury, which scored 10 goals in the first half en route to the 14-6 pounding.  

Six of Roxbury's goals were scored by senior middlefielder Melissa Murphy, a team captain. Murphy reached the 100-goal milestone during the game, played on senior night. Click here to read more information from Tap Into Roxbury.  Click here to read additional coverage from NJ.com.

Roxbury Baseball/Softball Updates:  
Roxbury Baseball Reaches .500
The Roxbury High School baseball team on Thursday evened out its season record, bringing it to 4-4, with a win over Seton Hall Prep.  It was an offense-filled contest, played at Seton Hall Prep's field in West Orange, with the Gaels winning 14-10 over the Pirates. Click here to read more from Tap Into Roxbury.

Roxbury (14) at Seton Hall Prep (10) - Baseball - Apr 18
Ryan DiTrolio's 3-run homer to left field was the big blow in a six-run fourth inning as Roxbury defeated Seton Hall Prep, No. 19 in the NJ.com Top 20, 14-10, at Porcello Field in West Orange.  DiTrolio's homer made it 11-3 in favor of Roxbury (4-4). The senior, who also had a sacrifice fly in the third inning, finished 2-for-3 with a double and four RBI. Anthony Tye was 2-for-3 with three runs and a RBI, Chandler Keith went 1-for-2 with two runs and two RBI, and Justin Bosland added three runs with a RBI. Jared Schimenti and Nick Danna each scored two runs, while CJ Danna had two RBI.  For Seton Hall Prep (6-3), Lucas Zyska was 2-for-2 with three runs and three RBI. Chris Maldonado went 2-for-5 with four RBI and a run, Quincy Clark was 3-for-4 with two runs, and both Justin Cassella and Nick Diaz added two hits apiece. Click here to read more from NJ.com.

Mount Olive (12) at Roxbury (1) - Softball - Apr 22
Anna Callahan went 2-for-4 with two RBI while tossing a four-hitter with four strikeouts, one earned run and one walk for Mount Olive in its 12-1 five-inning victory over Roxbury in Succasunna.  Mount Olive (6-4) scored 10 of its 12 runs in the first two innings.  Nicole Tahmoosh and Kaitilin Pettenger also had two RBI in the win.  Natalie Otto recorded the lone RBI for Roxbury (3-7). Click here to read this from NJ.com.

Roxbury (2) at West Morris (4), Morris County Tournament, First round - Softball - Apr 27
Fifteenth-seeded West Morris scored twice in the sixth to break a tie and beat 18th-seeded Roxbury 4-2 in the first round of the Morris County Tournament in Chester Township.  West Morris will head to second-seeded Chatham for the round of 16 on Tuesday.  Lauren Mistkowski had two hits for West Morris and Julie Dunn had the go-ahead two-run single in the sixth. Bri Cope had a two-run homer in the first to answer a run from Roxbury in the top of the first before Roxbury tied it at 2-2 in the second.  West Morris won its third in a row to stand at 9-5 while Roxbury fell to 3-9. Click here to read this coverage from NJ.com.

Mountain Lakes (4) at Roxbury (14), Morris Cty Tournament, 2nd round - Baseball - Apr 27
Fourth-seeded Roxbury rolled past 20th-seeded Mountain Lakes 14-4 in Roxbury in the Morris County Tournament round of 16.  Roxbury will take on fifth-seeded Montville later Saturday in the quarterfinals.  Ryan DiTrolio had a three-run homer as part of his four runs batted in while Will Findlay had two hits and drove in a pair of runs. Nick Danna got the win, going all five innings and giving up four runs, all unearned, on nine hits and a walk, striking out three.  Mountain Lakes took a 4-0 lead in the top of the second before Roxbury scored all 14 of its runs between the second and fourth innings.  Roxbury won its third in a row to improve to 6-4 while Mountain Lakes saw a six-game winning streak end to fall to 7-3. Click here to read this coverage from NJ.com.

Montville (7) at Roxbury (5), Morris County Tournament, Quarterfinals - Baseball - Apr 28
Max Kamper hit a go-ahead two-run home run in the top of the eighth to give fifth-seeded Montville a 7-5 win over fourth-seeded Roxbury in the quarterfinals of the Morris County Tournament in Succasunna.  Matt Bettio added two hits, two RBI, and two runs, Kristof Behrens doubled and scored twice, and Zach Sylvester went 2-for-5 with a run for the Mustangs (9-4), which will face top-seeded Delbarton, No. 1 in the NJ.com Top 20, in the semifinals on Saturday.  Bettio also earned the win going 6 and 2/3 innings allowing four earned runs on seven hits and two walks with five strikeouts.  Anthony Tye went 3-for-4 with an RBI and a run for Roxbury (6-5). Click here to read this coverage from NJ.com. Click here to read additional coverage from Tap Into Roxbury.

Roxbury (2) at Montville (4) - Baseball - Apr 29
Kyle Kane gave up two runs on four hits for Montville in a 4-2 win against Roxbury in Montville.  Kane also had an RBI for Montville (10-4) as did CJ Arena and Colin Regan.  Roxbury falls to 6-6 with the loss. Click here to read this coverage from NJ.com.

Roxbury (2) at Chatham (8) - Baseball - Apr 30
Andrew Bergman was 2-for-3 with three RBI and two runs scored for Chatham in an 8-2 win against Roxbury in Chatham.  Tyler Tornberg was the winning pitcher going four innings allowing just one earned run for Chatham (5-6).  Sean Lee was 2-for-3 with two RBI and two runs scored.  Roxbury falls to 6-7 with the loss. Click here to read this coverage from NJ.com.

Game Ball Tour Stops in New Monmouth and Succasunna!
Jersey Sports Zone made a couple of pit stops on Thursday morning, delivering Game Balls to Mater Dei Prep and Roxbury High School.

Thursday morning's first pit stop was at Mater Dei Prep to deliver Morgan Hurst the Central Jersey Softball Game Ball for her performance during the game against Ranney. She finished 4-5 and had 5 RBIs. 

The second pit stop was at Roxbury High School to deliver Ryan DiTrolio the North Jersey Baseball Game Ball. He finished the game against Seton Hall Prep with a 3-Run HR and 4 RBIs.  Click here to read more from JerseySportsZone.com. 

Morristown (2) at Roxbury (3) - Baseball - May 2
Nick Danna allowed two hits over 5 2/3 innings with four walks and four strikeouts to help Roxbury (7-7) earn a 3-2 victory over Morristown (8-5) in Succasunna.  Anthony Tye, Jared Schimenti, and Justin Bosland each had two hits apiece for Roxbury.  James Patterson allowed three hits over one inning with one walk and one strikeout, while Joe Pucek allowed five hits over five innings with no walks and five strikeouts for Morristown. Click here to read this coverage from NJ.com.

Roxbury Track and Field Updates:
Penn Relays 2019: Girls 4x400-meter relay results, recap - ranked list for N.J. teams - Apr 25
Click here to read the girls results from the Penn Relays 2019 from NJ.com.

Penn Relays 2019: Boys 4x400-meter relay results, recap - ranked list for N.J. teams - Apr 27
Click here to read the boys results from the Penn Relays 2019 from NJ.com.

Morris County Relays RESULTS | Girls team scores & event top finishers - May 1
Click here to see Morris County Relay results - Girls team scores and event top finishers from NJ.com.


Roxbury ladies competed Wednesday night at the County Relay Championships at Randolph. Among many great performances, our Girls Shot Put Team threw a combined 96 feet and earned the title of Morris County Champions. Congrats to Nakira Chavis, Senam Atadja, and Willow Bradley. Way to go Gaels!


Morris County Relays RESULTS | Boys team scores & event top finishers - May 1
Click here to see Morris County Relay results - Boys team scores and event top finishers from NJ.com.

Roxbury Golf Updates/Results:
Thursday 4/25 Match vs. Jefferson @ Black Oak Golf Club: Roxbury won 165-176  Scores: Will Fulton 40, Ryan Sclar 40, Brendan Berman 42, Cole Brembs 44, Tyler Marston 43, Robbie Sarafin 49. Team Record 7-1

Monday 4/29 High Bridge Hills Tournament - The team finished in 5th place out of 20 teams with a score of 242 (count 3 of the 4 golfers scores). Will Fulton shot a 73 to finish in 4th place as an individual while Ryan Sclar shot a 83, Cole Brembs 86, and Tyler Marston 94.
 
Tuesday 4/30 Morris County Golf Tournament - The team finished in 11th place out of 22 teams with a score of 352. Will Fulton finished in 10 placed overall as an individual with a score of 79. Other golfers were Cole Brembs 86, Brendan Berman 92, and Ryan Sclar 95.
 
Thursday 5/2 Match vs. Randolph @ Flanders Valley Golf Course - Roxbury won 169-184  Scores: Will Fulton 38, Cole Brembs 42, Brendan Berman 44, Tyler Marston 45, Ryan Sclar 46, Robbie Sarafin 53.  Team Record 8-1

Roxbury High School Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2019 - May 18
The Roxbury High School Athletic Hall of Fame Committee has announced the RHS Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2019. This class, comprised of six athletes, one coach, one team, and one athletic contributor, will be the fifth group to be inducted into the school's Athletic Hall of Fame. These inductees represent over five decades of Gaels' athletic tradition. 

The formal induction ceremony will take place on Saturday, May 18, 2019, at 5:00 p.m. at Roxbury High School located at 1 Bryant Drive in Succasunna.

Tickets are $29 for adults and $15 for children under 14 and can be purchased in the Roxbury High School Athletic Office at 1 Bryant Drive, Succasunna, NJ 07876, or by calling Stu Mason at 973 584 1200 x 1254.

Click here to read about this year's inductees from our website under "In the News".
Spring Shredding Event to Support Roxbury Ice Hockey - May 11
The Roxbury Ice Hockey Booster Association is sponsoring a Spring Shredding Event and Sports Equipment Sanitizing  on Saturday, May 11th from 10 to 2 at Eisenhower Middle School located at 47 Eyland Avenue in Succasunna. Come shred your old documents! Shredding cost is just a donation. Come support RHS Ice Hockey! 

Click here to view their flyer in our virtual backpack!

Franklin School Clothing & Shoe Drive Fundraiser - May 11
Help support the Franklin School PTA raise funds by cleaning out your closets, attics, garages, and basements as part of their Clothing & Shoe Fundraiser on Saturday, May 11th from 1-3 p.m. at the Franklin School parking lot. 

Please place your gently used/unwanted items in tightly tied bags. Every bag counts. Give your items a second chance to be worn/used again. The more their collection weights the more they raise. 

Click here to view the full flyer of what is and isn't accepted from our Virtual Backpack.



2019 Color Fun Run - May 19
Join the Roxbury Interact Club and Roxbury Rotary Club's 6th Annual Color Fun Run on May 19, 2019 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Horseshoe Lake. The first 400 people to register will receive a t-shirt. Advanced tickets are $25 and the day-of-tickets are $30.  Registration begins at 9 a.m., and the Color Fun Run will begin at 10 a.m. 

Registration is also available at the Roxbury Recreation Department. We hope to see you there!  We are also looking for parent volunteers to throw powder. If you are interested, click here to sign up.

All proceeds will go to Jeffery Poissant, a father of three and Roxbury Firefighter with prostate cancer, and the family of Nicole Coleman-Gibson, a mother of three who recently passed away due to brain cancer. Click here to view this flyer in our Virtual Backpack. 

Construction Industry Career Day - May 28-29
Career Exploration is vital for students and others looking to make informed decisions about their career and education options. This event will provide all who attend with sufficient information regarding construction career options, educational requirements, stackable and transferable credentials, wage progressions and in some cases college credits.  As always, there is no cost to attend. Click here to find out more about this event!

Sixth Year for Roxbury Teen's Anti-Cancer Baseball Tournament
This will be its sixth year, so can we now call the Landon Monro Stand Up To Cancer Baseball Tournament a Roxbury tradition?  The tournaments, started in 2014 by Succasunna teenager Landon Monro, have raised more than $24,000 for cancer research. So even if the annual event needs to run a few more years before attaining "tradition" status, it's still quite an accomplishment.  Monro, now 16 and a Roxbury High School junior, is hoping the 2019 installment is bigger and better than ever. It will take place at the Righter Road baseball fields on June 15.

The "fun, non-competitive" tournament is open to players of all ages (adults will play softball) and costs $26 per player. Monro is also seeking contributions from non-players in the form of donations and sponsorships.  RSVPs including the names of players, their ages and grade level, can be emailed to Dayna Monro at daynamonro@aol.com. Checks, payable to Stand Up to Cancer, can be sent to Dayna Monro, 12 Meredith Ct., Succasunna, NJ 07876. Click here to read more from Tap Into Roxbury.

Roxbury Boys Basketball Camp 
Join the Roxbury Boys Basketball Head Coach Joe Ansaldi and the Roxbury High School Boys Basketball Staff for a Roxbury Boys Basketball Camp this summer. Session 1: Grades entering K-3 as of 9/19- June 26-28 @ Franklin School 9:00am-11:30am-$75, Session 2: Grades entering 4-9 as of 9/19- July 8-11 @ RHS 9:00am-12pm- $110, and Session 3: Grades entering 4-9 as of 9/19- July 15-18 @ RHS 9:00am-12:00pm- $110

The focus of the camp is on teaching the fundamentals of the game in a safe and fun setting. Campers will participate in drills that will work on their ball handling, passing, and shooting. As well as, participating in fun skills stations, skills competitions, and team game play. Click here to download the flyer from our Virtual Backpack.

RHS Preschool Program Starting Soon!
Looking for something for your preschooler that's not a full-time commitment? Then look no further! Roxbury High School's preschool program is now accepting enrollments for their October 2nd start date.  The program for three-year-olds meets Wednesday through Friday from 11:45 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. at Roxbury High School for $75 a month.  Interested families should contact Barbara Kroog, RHS Family & Consumer Sciences Teacher bkroog@roxbury.org   or at 973-584-1200 x0393.  Click here for more information regarding the high school preschool program.
Gaels Going Green   

Keep it the great work everyone and share your Green stories with us at goodnews@roxbury.org!
RHS Athletic Events Calendar
Click here for the most up-to-date calendar of Roxbury High School sporting events.

RHS Performing Arts Calendar
Click here for the major events in performing arts here in Roxbury!

Roxbury Collects  Box Tops for Education
Roxbury Township Public Schools are continuously collecting "Box Tops for Education" at our K-8 schools.  This is an easy, practically effortless way to raise funds for our schools by purchasing items you buy all the time.  Clipped box tops can be sent to any of our K-8 schools district-wide. School addresses can be found on our website at www.roxbury.org .

Check out the Virtual Backpack!
Here we will feature events of organizations, clubs, and teams throughout our communities that serve to enrich the lives of our students.  Announcements, upcoming events, documents and forms that were previously sent home via backpacks will now be included in the Virtual Backpack. (On occasion, some paper forms, and flyers and other important information, will come home with your student or be sent to you directly via email.)  This page is updated as flyers are received. Check the backpack!

Check Your Honeywell Settings!
Don't wait until severe weather hits to check your settings! You may want to change your time settings from Midnight to Midnight and have more than one way of being contacted...i.e., phone call/text message and/or email! This way if the phone lines are down/circuits are busy, etc., you are covered! Log into your Honeywell account here. Click here for parent instructions on creating an account.
Roxbury Alumni In the News
 

Succasunna's Barnhard Makes FDU Honors List
Roxbury resident Justin Barnhard was named to the Fall 2018 semester Honors List at Fairleigh Dickenson University.  Barnhard, of Succasunna, is studying accounting at FDU's campus in Madison. Click here to read this coverage from Tap Into Roxbury.

Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society for Rachel Smith of Roxbury
Rachel Smith of Succasunna was recently initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation's oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society. Smith is pursuing degrees in Communications and Women's and Gender Studies at The College of New Jersey.  Smith is among approximately 30,000 students, faculty, professional staff and alumni to be initiated into Phi Kappa Phi each year. Membership is by invitation only and requires nomination and approval by a chapter. Click here to read more from Tap Into Roxbury.

Roxbury Alumni Directory Project with PCI
If you're one of our 17,000 alumni, you may be receiving a postcard, email, or phone call from Publishing Concepts Inc. (PCI). We're working with PCI to produce an updated alumni directory. If you graduated before 2014, PCI (formally Harris Connect) is the same company that did our last two bound directories. It's a great opportunity to reconnect with classmates and friends, and it helps the school keep track of where everyone has gone! 

We want to make it easier for you to connect with fellow Gaels, which is why we're compiling the Roxbury Alumni Directory. The extensive directory will be available in both hardcover and digital form for any alumni who wish to purchase it and will be a valuable tool for Gaels looking to reconnect with classmates or broaden their Gaels network. 

Enjoy the memories and remember every day is a great day to be a Gael! Click here to find out more regarding our Roxbury Alumni Directory Project.

Roxbury Alumni Association -- Get Involved!
The Roxbury Alumni Association was established in the early 1900s and formally incorporated in 1968. Every year the Alumni Association provides a scholarship to a graduating senior. The association also purchases a Echo yearbook and donates it to the Roxbury Township Library for its archive.  Membership is only $10 and with your gift, you directly support the ability for the Alumni Association to continue giving a RHS grad a scholarship. You are also supporting the association as it develops new programs and events for you to enjoy.  Looking to get involved? The Roxbury Alumni Association is looking to expand its current board of directors. They are looking for energetic alumni interested in getting involved with the Association and to add new members to its board. Interested individuals should reach out to Mr. Charlie Alpaugh the president of the association at 973-584-8805.

RHS Alumni Reunion Calendar
Are you planning a class reunion or get together or do you have a reunion coming up and want to see if anything is planned? Then click here to check out the Roxbury High School Reunion Calendar!


Find Us on Facebook too at "Roxbury High School Alumni Association"

Roxbury Employment Opportunities

Roxbury Schools 
To view all available employment opportunities for Roxbury Township Public Schools and to apply online,  visit www.roxbury.org/employment .

Roxbury Township
To view all available employment opportunities for Roxbury Township, visit  http://roxburynj.us/301/Township-Employment-Information.

Upcoming Board of Education Meetings

Mondays:
05/06/2019 - Workshop Meeting
05/20/2019 - Regular Meeting
06/03/2019 - Workshop Meeting
06/17/2019 - Regular Meeting
07/22/2019 - Regular Meeting
07/24/2019 - Retreat (Office of Public Works)
08/26/2019 - Regular Meeting
09/16/2019 - Regular Meeting
10/14/2019 - Regular Meeting
11/18/2019 - Regular Meeting
12/16/2019 - Regular Meeting
01/06/2020 - Reorganization Meeting

Location:  
Lincoln/Roosevelt Auditorium, 34 N. Hillside Ave., Succasunna, NJ (unless indicated otherwise)

Time:
7:30 p.m. (unless indicated otherwise)

View the Meeting Dates, Agendas, and Minutes here!

As of July 2018, Board Meetings are now recorded. Click here for those audio files.

ROXBURY COMMUNITY SCHOOL UPCOMING PROGRAMS/EVENTS
Register Now!
RCS College Prep
T he Roxbury Community School is dedicated to helping students prepare for college through a few different avenues.

Students can take part in College Essay Writing workshops or one-on-one appointments to sharpen their writing skills and prepare for the college essay process.  The Roxbury Community School has also partnered with SAT/ACT Programs. Registrations are now being accepted. 

Here's what's coming up and available:
RCS Adult Programs
At the Roxbury Community School we understand adults of all ages are busy with kids, work, and life in general. Sometimes though you need to just do something for yourself.  That's where we come in! We offer evening and weekend programs and workshops geared towards adults that help to enrich your mind and body.  Join us for these fun-filled and informative programs! These programs are all open to Roxbury and non-Roxbury residents!

Here's what's coming up:
RCS Kids Corner
The Roxbury Community School offers courses and workshops year-round for children of all ages. Children need to be registered in the school's they attend for the after-school programs. Evening and weekend programs are open to Roxbury and non-Roxbury residents.

Here's what's coming up after-school:

Here's what's coming up open to Roxbury and non-Roxbury residents:
RCS Summer Camps
The Roxbury Community School offers courses and workshops year-round for children of all ages.  Our summer events and programs are open to non-Roxbury residents as well as those who are enrolled in our school district.  There are lots of summer activities to choose from.
 

Here's what we have lined up so far:
AROUND TOWN
Information from Roxbury Township and Local Organizations
Keep up-to-date with everything going on in Roxbury Township. Click here for township information.

Click here for the latest edition of the Township's Monthly What's Happening E-Newsletter filled with upcoming district, township, and recreation events for all ages!

'Adopt a Road' in Roxbury
Help Roxbury's Clean Communities keep Roxbury Township clean with it's comprehensive litter abatement program. 

Roxbury's Adopt-a-Road and Adopt-a-Spot programs are looking for individuals, school groups, churches, or businesses willing to donate some time to continue to keep this township trash and litter free.

Click here for more information regarding Roxbury Clean Communities!
Roxbury's Self-Serve Portal 24/7
Roxbury continues to deliver innovative customer service with their self-serve online portal called 24/7 Rox. You can keep up-to-date with all the exciting news in Roxbury Township. On any day at any time, you can query property information, search and track your permit schedule a building inspection, receive status updates, file a service request, or research any property in town. Roxbury Township is open 24/7! 24/7 Rox is accessible here and via the mobile app, Connected Roxbury NJ.
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Get alerted about emergencies and other important community news by signing up for Roxbury's Emergency Alert Program. This system enables Roxbury to provide you with critical information quickly in a variety of situations, such as severe weather, unexpected road closures, missing persons and evacuations of buildings or neighborhoods. 

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Community Bulletin Board and News

Roxbury Included in JCP&L's 2019 Tree Trimming Program to Enhance Reliability
Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L) plans to trim trees along more than 3,300 miles of power lines in April and May, including those in Roxbury. This work helps keep power flowing to customers around the clock by preventing tree-related outages.  Conducted by certified forestry contractors under the company's direction, JCP&L's tree trimming program includes inspecting vegetation near the lines to ensure trees are pruned in a manner that helps preserve the health of the tree, while also maintaining proper clearances around electrical equipment.  Trees that present a danger or are diseased may also be removed. Since the beginning of the year, tree contractors have trimmed more than 1,010 circuit miles of electric lines in the JCP&L service area, with an additional 2,320 miles expected to be completed by year end. The company plans to spend nearly $31 million in 2019 on its tree-trimming program. Click here to read more from Tap Into Roxbury.

Foundation Urges Blue Signs for Lake Hopatcong Property Owners
More than 700 owners of docks and boathouses on Lake Hopatcong have purchased blue number signs designed to help during water emergencies. The Lake Hopatcong Foundation is urging more to do the same.  The signs, introduced in 2016, are part of a program called the Blue Signs Are For Emergencies (B-SAFE) Dock Numbering Program. Their numbers "are linked to each lakefront property's 911 street address and are designed to help emergency personnel efficiently respond to calls by land or water," said the non-profit organization today.  The Foundation said its goal in selling the 8-inch-by-16-inch signs is to "improve emergency response times and safety on Lake Hopatcong." It noted the signs do not reveal any personal information. Click here to read more from Tap Into Roxbury.

Roxbury Woman's Club Busy with Spring Activities
Roxbury Woman's Club is buzzing with activity this spring.  During April, the Home Life Team helped out Roxbury Social Services with donations of candy, toys, books and personal items and created 25 Easter baskets for children and teens.  The team leader noticed a food pantry refrigerator with broken shelves and questionable cooling ability and quickly gained club approval to purchase a new one. Our Conservation Team looks forward to filling its shelves with summer produce from their plot in the Roxbury Community Garden. 

If you noticed pinwheels spinning at the Club's adopted garden spot at the corner of Eyland Avenue and Route 10W, that's the annual April project of the Conservation Team. The pinwheels signify the club's dedication to preventing child abuse. Everyone is urged to engage in activities that strengthen families and communities to provide the optimal environment for children to learn, grow and thrive. All children deserve the benefit of a happy, healthy and safe childhood.   Help us help Soles4Souls from now through June 30 to collect 1,000 pairs of shoes and "Wear Out Poverty." Click here to read more from Tap Into Roxbury.

Street Blade Dedication Ceremony - Louis 'Bizzari for 70 years Dedication Roxbury #2 Fire Department - May 4
Please join us in a ceremony to honor a Township Volunteer who has selflessly given his time to the residents of Roxbury for the past 70 years! Thank you Mr. Bizzari for your dedication and love of our community!  'With deepest gratitude, Please join us in Honoring Louis 'Bizzari for 70 years of dedication and service to the Roxbury Company 2 Fire Department. A street Blade dedication ceremony will be held on Mt. Arlington Road, Ledgewood NJ on Saturday, May 4th, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. Click here to read more from Hopatcong Lake Regional News.

Minor Rate Increase in Proposed Roxbury Town Budget - May 7th
The municipal portion of the average Roxbury homeowner's tax bill will increase by about $17 per year under a new township budget introduced by the Roxbury Mayor and Council on Tuesday.  Residents will be allowed to comment about the proposed $29,770,318 budget at a public hearing scheduled for May 7 at 7:30 p.m. in town hall.

The budget represents an overall decrease of $808,102 from the 2018 budget, but the amount to be raised by taxation increases from $22,788,146 to $22,965,203 to make up for a slight dip in miscellaneous revenue and a $100,000 reduction in surplus used to offset the budget, officials said. Click here to read more from Tap Into Roxbury.

Annual Lake Hopatcong Block Party set to Celebrate NJ's Largest Lake - May 11
Winding roads around Lake Hopatcong rarely form a neatly four-cornered square, but organizers of the Lake Hopatcong Block Party have never let geometry get in their way.

The popularity of the annual event, held on the sprawling grounds of Hopatcong State Park, proves that block parties aren't just for squares.
The 6 th Annual Lake Hopatcong Block Party is scheduled for Saturday, May 11, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the park, 260 Lakeside Blvd., Landing. The event is hosted by the Lake Hopatcong Foundation, with Live the Lake NJ as the main sponsor. Click here to read more from Tap Into Roxbury.

13th annual Taste of Roxbury - Largest Culinary Event in the Area - May 20
The Roxbury Area Chamber of Commerce will host the thirteenth annual  Taste of Roxbury  culinary event from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Monday, May 20, 2019, at the Roxbury High School.  The annual fundraising event will benefit community charities. Attendees will enjoy food-as much as they'd like-prepared by local restaurants.  This great evening of eating and socializing will feature great food, door prizes, music and a more! Additional Information to follow as the event approaches. Click here to read more from Hopatcong Lake Regional News.

Donors and Participants Sought for Roxbury's Memorial Day Parade - May 27
Plans are underway for Roxbury Township's 2019 Memorial Day Parade to be held on Monday, May 27 at 10:00 AM. The Township is seeking donors and participants.  On Memorial Day, we honor our fallen soldiers as well as the men and women past and present who have served our country. To pay tribute, the Township of Roxbury proudly hosts a parade that ends with a special ceremony at the War Memorial located on "the island" at Horseshoe Lake.  After the memorial ceremony, there is a picnic for Veterans at the Kenvil VFW.  Donations are requested to help fund the cost of the parade and picnic. Please go to the town's website  to download the donor request letter and form and consider making a tax-deductible donation to support this special event to honor Roxbury's Veterans. Your generosity will be acknowledged in the event program.  Community groups (Scouts, sport teams, etc.) are invited to participate in the parade. Download the registration form and return it no later than Monday, May 13. Click here to read more from Tap Into Roxbury.

Hockey Game to Support Jimmy D - June 8
Come watch the PAPD play the NJ State Police in a hockey game to benefit Mt. Arlington Sgt. James Distasio at Aspen Ice in Randolph on June 8, 2019 at 4 p.m. Tickets are $10 each for adults and free for children. This event is sponsored by Aspen Ice and Middlebury Sports & Apparel. Check should be made payable to Mount Arlington FOP Lodge 78 with #TeamJimmyD noted in the memo line. For advanced tickets, please contact Anthony Valvano at 862-432-3118, Geoffrey Jeppson at 973-216-6178, or Mike Gast at 862-266-3786. Click here to view the event flyer in our Virtual Backpack.

Roxbury Launches Online 'Recycling Coach'
The township announced the roll-out of a "really great and useful tool" to help residents be good recyclers.  By using the "Recycle Coach" platform - either as a smartphone app on their mobile devices or through a link on the township's website, residents can  stay organized with custom curbside collection and events calendars, r eceive collection reminders and real-time updates on service disruptions, b ecome recycling experts with a comprehensive "What Goes Where?" search tool, including local disposal information and collection requirements for common and uncommon items, t ake the "What Type of Recycler Are You?" quiz for useful recycling tips and tricks, and u se the problem-reporting tool, equipped with geo-location, to notify municipal customer services about issues like missed collections
Click here to read more from Tap Into Roxbury about this great new addition that helps us help save the planet!

Roxbury Officials Urge Everybody to Create 'Smart 911' Profile
All Roxbury residents are being asked to sign-in to a new "smart" 911 database, especially those who rely solely on cell phones and do not have "copper-wire" home phones.  The new system, unveiled in May by Morris County, allows emergency first-responders to associate addresses with cell phone numbers. It also allows people to create profiles that can include important details such as medical requirements, the presence of pets and special access codes for gates and security systems, said Roxbury Department of Public Works Director Rick Blood. Click here to read more from Tap Into Roxbury.

Buy-A-Brick Campaign to Help Improve Main Street
Roxbury Township's Main Street Committee invites you to help support their fundraising efforts to continue the beautification of Main St. in Succasunna. Memorial/honorary engraved bricks are still available for sale. The bricks are installed in the courtyard surrounding the Victorian Clock by the Gazebo at the Library.  Click here for more information and the order form or contact Michele O'Halloran at Town Hall  973-448-2002  or  ohalloranm@roxburynj.us . 
Roxbury & Mt Arlington Recreation 
Upcoming Programs & Events!
Roxbury Recreation
The Recreation Department at Roxbury Township is proud to offer programs for residents of all ages. Here in Roxbury there are an abundant number of youth sports and activities, a lake complex which provides for summer beach fun, beautiful parks, immaculate athletic fields, playgrounds for the little ones and trails for the adventurous.

Click here to visit Roxbury Recreation's website for upcoming sports, activities, and information!
Mount Arlington Recreation
Mt Arlington Rec is a group of volunteers appointed by the Mayor with the goal to coordinate and administer the recreation needs of the Borough. They work together with community volunteers to offer quality recreational programs for the entire family. 

Click here to visit Mount Arlington Recreation's website for upcoming programs, events, and activities!
Roxbury Public Library Upcoming Programs & Events!

Click here   to view the Roxbury Library's upcoming Calendar of Events for adults and children.  Call the library at 973-584-2400 Ext. 501 or email  comments@roxburylibrary.org  for general info and information on registrations or appointments as necessary for some programs. 
  • Computer Classes - Registration required. Classes for Roxbury cardholders only. 
  • E-Resources - Learn how to download electronic books and magazines with an individualized ½ hour appointment. Appointments available Tuesdays and Fridays.
  • Passports - Roxbury residents can now apply for their passports at the Roxbury Library. For more information and for what's needed click here.
Weekly Events  
Mondays, 2pm - Movie Matinees for all ages 
Tuesdays, 10:30am - Books for Babies for ages Infant - 2 
Tuesday, 2pm - Summer Crafts for ages 3 and up (REGISTRATION REQUIRED) 
Thursdays, 11am - Lego Club for all ages 
Fridays, 10:30am - Toddler Story Time for ages 3 ½ and under 
Fridays, 11:15am - Preschool Story Time for ages 3 ½ and up  

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