Roxbury Schools News & Events
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Our students, staff, and schools are active members of the community who give their time to academics, athletics, the arts, and causes close to their hearts. Check out news and events throughout Roxbury.
Spotlight on Roxbury!
We want to hear from you Roxbury! We're always looking for great stories or things happening in the Roxbury Schools and around town that involve our students, staff, and families! Share your stories with us at goodnews@roxbury.org or by submitting the online form here.
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Embrace Differences Month
A committee has been set up to "Celebrate Differences" across the district in an effort to honor and bring awareness to the topic and promote equity. The committee, led by Alexis Somers and her colleagues, has set up activities for the next three weeks called "Embracing Uniqueness", which included the Embrace Unity T-shirt sale, unity display, week of clothing days (pajama day, etc...), and sensitivity activities and discussions in the classrooms.
For those of you who purchased an Embrace Diversity t-shirt, thank you! Thanks to everyone’s efforts Roxbury Schools was able to donate $766.50 to various charities that support inclusivity and uniqueness! Participants are asked to wear their shirts each Friday in April to show their support. Be on the lookout for more information and announcements from your child's school regarding Embracing Differences and clothing days.
Information, quotes, and activities will also be posted on the district's social media account beginning Monday to help us recognize and embrace our differences! Be sure to check it out!
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Rox-THON 2021 is on!
Help Support the Fight Against Pediatric Cancer
Roxbury High School’s Rox-THON received the green light to hold an in-person THON event this year for Roxbury High School students only. The high school club was founded with the ideals of supporting families and donating funds for pediatric cancer and this year the determination to continue with the cause has been unwavering.
Over $300,000 has been raised in the past seven years with the majority of the efforts generated by student leadership.
Rox-THON will continue to give the majority of the raised funds to Goryeb Children’s Hospital at Morristown Medical Center, keeping money within the local community, and a portion to Four Diamonds which supports the larger community for families who are battling pediatric cancer.
“The impact this organization has had in both our community and in the lives of so many children has been the most inspiring and life-changing experience for me,” shared Ileana Gonzalez President of the organization. “As a senior, this very impact is the reason I believe it is so important to support Rox-THON and donate to our cause.”
“It’s the students who continue to push the envelope to see the funds grow from year to year,” said Michael Gottfried, advisor of the club. “The students are the ones pounding the pavement and making the calls to do something bigger than themselves.”
Rox-THON, formally mini-THON, is a branch of the better-known Penn State’s THON that raises money for pediatric cancer. Two years ago, the Roxbury club branched into its own organization in order to keep the majority of the raised funds locally.
“While this year may look different than the past, it’s the purpose of the event that stays the same,” said Margery Richman, co-advisor. “We’re excited to be able to hold a modified on-campus event since last year the event was held virtually.”
“Knowing that money is being raised to help families so that they don’t have to worry about any financial expenses while their child receives treatment, motivates us to help,” said Rachel Feliciano, vice president of the club. “Whether it’s medical bills or housing, the only thing families need to think about is their child. How great is that?”
The event is scheduled for Friday, May 21st at Roxbury High School. There will be two cohorts of participants: Freshmen and Sophomores will participate from 3:00-6:00 pm, and Juniors and Seniors from 7:00-10:00 pm. May 22 is the scheduled rain date.
The logistics for the event are being carefully planned with the administration, however, “attendees can still expect the energy and activities to remain consistent with the traditions that have been established including music, games, guest speakers, and dancing,” said Gottfried.
To support the cause, donate online or send a check (made payable to “RHS Rox-THON”) to Roxbury High School Attn: Mike Gottfried, 1 Bryant Dr. Succasunna, NJ 07876. Any inquiries can be directed to rhsroxthon@roxbury.org.
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Congratulations to this year's VFW Patriot's Pen and Voice of Democracy Winners
John Lehnert and Don Banta from the local VFW announced the winners at Monday night's Board of Education meeting.
Patriot’s Pen is a nationwide VFW youth-sponsored essay contest open to sixth, seventh, and eighth-grade students. It gives students the opportunity to write essays expressing their views on an annual patriotic theme. This year’s theme was “What is Patriotism to Me”. The winner from Lincoln/Roosevelt School was Cecilia Sosa, who was present at the meeting and read a portion of her essay. To view a recording of this meeting, click here.
The Voice of Democracy program is open to students in 9-12th grade and participants write and record an essay on an annual patriotic theme. This year’s topic was “Is this the Country the Founders Envisioned". First place went to Kate Rice and second to Sarah Rice. Congratulations ladies on your hard work!
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RHS Model Congress Awards
Last weekend, Roxbury High School had four students, Senior Justin Berge, Junior Brendan Coulthurst, Junior Christian Maroulis, and Junior Braden Whitaker participate in a virtual Model Congress (typically held in-person) run by a Rutgers-based non-profit, the Institute for Domestic and International Affairs.
Christian Maroulis won "Distinguished Delegate" and the overall group won the "Outstanding Small Delegation" award.
Congratulations on your achievements!
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Join the Kennedy PTA for a Roxbury Family Night Out at Anthony Francos Pizza on Wednesday, April 21st from 10:30a.m. to 9 p.m. Dine in, carry out, or delivery! When you pay mention "Kennedy School PTA" and Kennedy PTA will receive 20% of your bill.
Click here to view this flyer in our Virtual Backpack.
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Roxbury Announces Kindergarten Registration Dates for 2021/2022
Roxbury Township Public Schools, a K-12 school district preparing the children of today for tomorrow, has set its Kindergarten registration dates for the 2021/2022 school year. Children must be five years old on or before October 1, 2021 to participate. Click here for more information regarding Roxbury's Entrance Age Policy (P5112). If there are any questions regarding the policy or procedure, please reach out to Assistant Superintendent Dr. Chuck Seipp at cseipp@roxbury.org or by calling 973-584-6799.
Roxbury Township Public Schools offers a full-day kindergarten program designed to develop knowledge and skills in the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive areas. Our goal is to help children develop skills and strategies that will help them learn and establish a foundation for lifelong success in education. The program allows more time for students to address curriculum in depth and allows teachers to provide additional activities in learning.
To register for Kindergarten, parents must bring their child’s original birth certificate, a record of immunizations, and three proofs of residency at the time of registration. To access more details, visit www.roxbury.org/KindergartenRegistration.
Parents must make an appointment beginning in early January at their home school to register their child. If the home school is unknown, please contact the Transportation Department at 973-584-6756 and based on your address, they can let you know what school your child should be attending. Click here to view the different school's registration schedules.
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Need help buying groceries? NJ SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) is New Jersey's food assistance program that can help you buy groceries. Learn more about NJ SNAP at www.NJSNAP.gov.
Click here to view informational flyers in English and Spanish in our Virtual Backpack.
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St. Therese Knights of Columbus Scholarships Available
The Succasunna-based St. Therese Knights of Columbus (KOC) is accepting applications for three scholarships this year, the organization announced today. The KOC Council’s 2021 Memorial Scholarship Program is open to children or grandchildren of current or deceased members of KOC Council 6320. Applicants must be graduating high school seniors who must accept and attend a 2-year or 4-year college or university or post-secondary school trade or technical school in 2021, said the KOC. It said it will be awarding three, $1,000 grants to be used in the winners’ freshman years.
Completed applications and other required information must be sent by May 21 to John McDonnell, 18 East Circuit Drive, Succasunna, NJ 07876-1962 (roxbsox@optonline.net). To get an application or ask questions, email McDonnell or John Wolf at jnbwolf@optimum.net. Click here to read more from TAPinto Roxbury.
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Scholarship money is offered in Morris County
The Morris County Retirees Education Association Philanthropic Fund, Inc. (MCREAPF) is offering six scholarships to Morris County residents who are attending and will be graduated from a public high school.
This scholarship is for students who plan to pursue a career in education and who will be attending an approved four-year accredited college or university offering a bachelor's degree with an education major.
The scholarships are for $2,000. The recipients will be sent $2,000 after the chairperson receives a copy of the first semester transcript which indicates enrollment in the field of education and a successful academic record.
The deadline for the receipt of applications is Friday, April 30. Scholarship applications are available at your high school guidance office or at https://www.morriscountyrea.org.
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High School Scholarship Opportunities
Click here for a variety of scholarship opportunities shared with the high school students in Mr. Miller's Miller's Minutes. There are scholarships for students in all grade levels at the high school.
Click here to visit StudentScholarships.org for additional scholarship opportunities shared with high school students in Mr. Miller's Miller's Minutes.
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rSchooltoday App
Roxbury Schools is using the rSchoolToday app to do the Daily Health Screening.
Please keep in mind that the rSchoolToday health screening is ONLY for students who are attending school in person on a given day. Therefore, ONLY students in the Blue cohort will need to conduct a health screening and submit through the app on Tuesday. Any student who is exhibiting symptoms or responds affirmatively to any of the screening questions should not attend school that day. Fully virtual students do not need to complete a health screening unless they are participating in an on-site event, such as sports.
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Roxbury Technology Help Desk for Students & Parents
The name and photo associated with your Google account will be recorded when you upload files and submit this form. Thank you.
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RHS Athletic Events Calendar
Click here for the most up-to-date calendar of Roxbury High School sporting events.
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Roxbury HS PSA - Stay safe, so we can play! Let's Go Gaels!
Thanks to the Sports and News Class at RHS for putting together this PSA below. Let's play! Stay safe! Practice Social Distancing, Wear your Mask, Wash your Hands and Stay home if you are not feeling well! Let's Go Gaels!
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Roxbury Gymnastics Updates
Roxbury Gymnastics Flies High Despite Big Challenges
Despite losing to graduation three seniors, including powerhouse Tiffany Zieba, the Roxbury High School gymnastics team has yet to be beaten this season. The team has a 3-0 record heading into its meet April 2nd against Indian Hills. So far, the Gaels have defeated Montclair, Clifton and Randolph. Click here to read this coverage from TAPinto Roxbury.
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Roxbury Lacrosse Updates
Who are Top 100 returning boys lacrosse defensemen in 2021?
Joe Eible, Roxbury, Sr. - Roxbury looks to improve from 4-15 in 2019 with leadership from Eible on defense. He is committed to Kean University. Click here to read about the other 99 players from NJ.com.
Morris/Sussex girls lacrosse team-by-team preview capsules
Click here to read the Morris/Sussex girls lacrosse team-by-team preview capsules from the Daily Record.
Roxbury girls lacrosse preview, 2021
Click here for a Roxbury girls lacrosse preview for this year from NJ.com.
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Roxbury Baseball/Softball Updates
Baseball preview, 2021: Group classifications as teams return to the diamond
After the 2020 high school baseball season was canceled due to the coronavirus outbreak, players and coaches couldn’t wait to get back on the diamond. Well, after a long year, baseball is back. As part of the NJ Advance Media baseball staff’s 2021 preview, take a look here at the NJSIAA’s group classifications for the upcoming season from NJ.com. Opening Day is scheduled for Monday, April 19.
Morris/Sussex baseball players to watch ahead of the 2021 season
It's been nearly two years since baseball was last played in New Jersey after the 2020 spring season was canceled due to the coronavirus outbreak. The last time we saw any area players, they were freshman and sophomores competing for playing time on varsity rosters. Plenty of progress and development has been made during the layoff, and 2021 will be one of the most highly anticipated seasons in recent memory. With competition set to begin Monday, we take a look at some of the top Morris/Sussex players returning to the diamond. Click here to read about Justin Bosland (Roxbury Senior Shortstop) and Jack Findlay (Roxbury Senior Pitcher) from the Daily Record.
Baseball preview, 2021: Teams & players to watch this spring in the NJAC
With the 2020 season canceled due to COVID concerns, this spring will be one of the most anticipated in recent memory. It will be different than any other as teams look to compete while negotiating the pandemic, but players and coaches alike are eager for a return to the diamond. As part of the NJ.com baseball staff’s 2021 baseball preview package, here’s a look at the top teams and players to watch in the Northwest Jersey Athletic Conference from NJ.com.
Roxbury made the list - Roxbury: Roxbury has one of the top arms in the state in senior and Notre Dame signee Jack Findlay. The lefty has an arsenal of pitches, which includes a fastball in the 90s, a changeup, and a slider/curveball combination. Findlay has superb control, highlighted by the fact that he had a 3:1 strikeout to walk ratio in 2019. Findlay might be the best pitcher in the NJAC and Roxbury has a chance to win every game when he takes the mound. Sophomore third baseman and pitcher Justin Ford should make an impact as well.
Softball classifications for the 2021 season: Who will be contending for titles again?
The 2021 NJSIAA softball season is almost upon us. And it is going to end, at least right now, with state group championships and possibly a Tournament of Champions. What are the groups this season that will end with sectional champions? Check out the list here of the NJISAA softball classifications according to NJ.com.
Morris/Sussex softball players to watch ahead of the 2021 season
When this year's varsity softball players left the diamond after the 2019 season, they may have been just breaking onto the scene or taking on a bigger role on their teams. Now, after a year off due to the COVID-19 pandemic, they will be asked to take the reins and lead the way. Here are the softball players in Morris and Sussex counties who have already made their mark and will hope to continue their strong starts to their varsity careers across a full spring season in 2021. Roxbury's Cameron Fehsal (Roxbury Junior Infielder) is one to watch according to NJ Herald. Click here to read more.
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Roxbury Volleyball Updates
No. 17 Roxbury over Mount Olive - Girls volleyball recap - Apr 1
Roxbury, No. 17 in the NJ.com Top 20, defeated Mount Olive in three sets, 25-18, 22-25, 25-17, in Roxbury. The Gaels were able to push aside a close loss in the second set to win by the third by eight points. Roxbury has won five matches in a row after falling to No. 7-ranked Sparta in the third match of the season. And after a five-day break, the two teams meet again on April 6 in Roxbury at 10:00 a.m. Mount Olive fell to 2-6. Click here to read this coverage from NJ.com.
Girls Volleyball: No. 14 Sparta stays mentally tough, downs No. 17 Roxbury - Apr 6
Sparta prides itself on mental and physical toughness. Given how much uncertainty there was surrounding Season 3, the team needed to be mentally tough before it even hit the court a month ago. Over the past week, the team showed its resiliency after an unexpected setback against Chatham and needed to do so once again with plenty on the line Tuesday against Roxbury. Not only was the top spot in the NJAC’s American Division at stake, but potentially the top seed in the North Jersey 1, Group 2 tournament. A slow start didn’t derail confidence one bit and Sparta, No. 14 in the NJ.com Top 20, relied on its toughness once again to outlast No. 17 Roxbury 22-25, 25-13, 25-18 in Succasunna. Click here to read more from NJ.com.
No. 19 Roxbury downs Pope John - Girls volleyball - Apr 8
Roxbury, ranked 19th in NJ.com’s Top 20, bested Pope John 25-15 and 25-18 in Sparta. The Lions move to 8-2 in the win. Pope John drops to 2-5. Roxbury downed Pope John on March 22, 3-1. Click here to read this coverage from NJ.com.
No. 19 Roxbury over Mendham - Girls volleyball recap - Apr 9
For the second time this season, Roxbury, No. 19 in NJ.com’s Top 20, defeated rival Mendham in a three-set game, with the scores this time as, 25-13, 20-25, 25-9, in Succasunna. Roxbury (9-2) won the first game on March 24 at Mendham after losing the first set, 20-25, and then winning the next two, 25-17, 25-16. Mendham (8-4) was led in the current game by Cat Holtz with 11 kills, a block and four digs while Michele Kifyak added 14 digs and Katie Webber had three digs and 13 assists. Click here to read this coverage from NJ.com.
Girls Volleyball: Complete seeding for the 2021 state tournament
Happy Seeding Day! On April 8th over 250 teams learned where they officially land in one of 20 sectional tournaments. NJ Advance Media has all of the live updates and the official seeds will be posted as they come in. Click here to read this seedings from NJ.com.
Roxbury Volleyball Enters State Tournament in 'Peak' Condition
Coming off a “very strong” practice on Saturday morning, the Roxbury High School volleyball team was ready for the state tournament, said its coach on Monday. He was right. The team began “states” play at home later in the day and handily defeated Wayne Hills 25-9 and 25-14 to move forward in the tournament. It marked the fourth consecutive time Roxbury beat Wayne Hills, which had emerged April 10 with a victory over West Milford. Click here to read more from TAPinto Roxbury.
Girls Volleyball: State Tournament results, links and featured coverage for Monday, April 12
Click here to read the NJSIAA Tournament, First Round, North Jersey, Section 1, Group 3 results from NJ.com.
Girls volleyball: No. 17 Tenafly downs No. 19 Roxbury - NJ1 G3 quarterfinal - Apr 14
Second-seeded Tenafly, No. 17 in the NJ.com Top 20, cruised to a 25-21, 25-19 straight-set win over seventh-seeded Roxbury, No. 19 in the NJ.com Top 20, in the quarterfinal round of the North Jersey Section 1, Group 3 NJSIAA tournament in Tenafly. Tenafly will next host third-seeded Morris Knolls in the semifinal stage on Friday. Sophomore Anna Taufield finished with 11 digs and 19 assists while senior Zuzanna Buchnajzer collected 14 kills for Tenafly (11-3). Sophomore Rylie Theuerkauf added six kills and three digs and sophomore Sofia Bell chipped in with three kills. Click here to read this coverage from NJ.com.
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Roxbury Wrestling Updates:
Morris/Sussex high school wrestling box scores for April 1-3
Roxbury 49, West Morris 28 - 113: Michael Ferrante (WM) p. Kareem Jones, 0:49 120: Luke Stanich (R) p. Michael Campanaro, 1:55 126: Franco Mazza (R) m.d. Samuel Rizzuto, 9-0 132: Dean Muttart (WM) p. Brian Keith, 3:20 138: Malachi Shepard (WM) m.d. Weston Edelman, 20-6 145: Sander Silva (R) won by forfeit 152: Michael Murphy (R) won by forfeit 160: Nathan Perhacs (R) won by forfeit 170: Alex Poissant (R) won by forfeit 182: Ryan Roddy (R) won by forfeit 195: Matthew Knapp (R) won by forfeit 220: Henry Frayne (WM) p. Austin Buczynski, 0:50 285: Kevin Moore (WM) won by forfeit 106: Christian Castro (R) s.v. Michael Hare, 7-5. Click here to read this coverage and more box scores from the NJ Herald.
Wrestling: Roxbury dominates lightweight bouts to down division rival Randolph - Apr 8
Roxbury won all but one bout between 106 and 152-pounds to take a 40-23 home dual win over division rival Randolph, in Succasunna. The Gaels (5-3) came away with at least four team points in every bout between 106 and 126. Christian Castro got the dual started with a third period pin over Tyler Fabin, and Luke Stanich, the sixth place finisher in last year’s 106-pound state bracket and the current No. 2 at 113-pounds, added on six more team points with a first period pin over Connor Wysocki. Weston Edelman (138) also recorded a pin in the win, while Thomas Conselyea earned a 14-5 major over Nicholas Gregory at 126. Matthew Knapp took a 7-6 decision over Evan Cannon, and Michael Murphy edged out a 1-0 decision over Jose Vargus at 152. Franco Mazza (120), and Sander Silva (145) earned forfeits for Roxbury. Jason Federico gave Randolph (2-6) its first points of the dual with a pin over Brian Keith at 132, while Jesse Wilfong (160) and Daniel Kelly (182) both earned major decisions. Jason Petroski added on three points for Randolph by taking a 5-2 decision over Alex Poissant at 170. The win moves Roxbury to 3-0 against NJAC-National division opponents. Click here to read this coverage from NJ.com.
Wrestlers make 1st cut for North 1 Region Tournament, seeds finalized Monday
The first round of selections were made Sunday, April 11th for the North 1 Wrestling Tournament, which will be held Saturday and Sunday at Mount Olive High School. Unlike past years, the postseason starts at the regional level in 2021 after the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association reworked its format to accommodate COVID-19 restrictions. Each of the four regional tournaments will have 16 wrestlers in each of the 14 weight classes. Click here to read those seeds from NJ.com.
Pairings for NJSIAA North 1 Wrestling Championships (Reg. 1 & 2) at Mount Olive
The NJSIAA North 1 Region Championships (R1, R2) will be contested Saturday and Sunday at Mount Olive High School. The tournament will be split with seven champions being crowned Saturday and seven more on Sunday. The NJSIAA will present medals to the top eight finishers in each weight class. On Monday, a regional seeding committee seeded 16 wrestlers into brackets in all 14 weight classes. As many as eight additional wrestlers were seeded as alternates. Those alternates will only be needed in the event of opt-outs leading up to the tournament. Quarterfinal-round pairings for the tournament can be found here from NJ.com.
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Did you know...
Since 2016, the Roxbury Township Public Schools has been striving to become more sustainable and green in its policies and practices. The Board of Education and administration made the decision to pursue district sustainability and green initiatives by creating and approving policies and regulations outlining its position and efforts.
To that end, all seven schools in Roxbury Township attained Bronze certification through Sustainable Jersey for Schools in August 2018 and now we are striving to renew that certification and attain the next level, Silver! In this section, you will find various green initiatives, events, and tips to live a healthier, greener life. Click here for more information regarding our sustainability initiative.
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Earth Day 2021 - Restore Our Earth
Earth Day 2021 will mark the 51st Anniversary of this holiday. This year's theme is Restore Our Earth.
The connection that we have to nature, plants, and the land is integral to our health and all that we are. Earth day reminds us to take care of our planet, whether it's cleaning up litter, planting more trees, recycling, and repurposing. Let's celebrate together. Look below for some ways you can help in honor of this year's Earth Day!
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KES Student Spotlight: Victoria's Tips, Tricks, and Facts to Help Save our Planet by Recycling
As our minds continue to be filled with thoughts and uncertainties about the pandemic. Victoria Phelan Fonseca, a 4th-grade student at Kennedy School in Mrs. Leister's class, has bigger concerns about the lasting effects of pollution, especially plastics filling our landfills, environments, and oceans. Plastics are destroying our oceans and the habitats that millions of sea animals call home. Each week Victoria will be giving tips, tricks, and facts to all Roxbury families so we can help slow this effort and continue to raise awareness on this important crisis.
This week's tips, tricks, and facts is:
Recycle Smarter Not Harder: 5 Recycling Tips
- Tip #1: Keep plastic bags out of the recycling. Plastic bags are the #1 cause of ruined recyclables.
- Tip #2: Just because it has a recycling triangle does not mean it's recyclable.
- Tip #3: Black plastic cannot be recycled.
- Tip #4: Rinse your recyclables.
- Tip #5: Reduce, reuse, and THEN recycle.
Check out Victoria's past tips, trips, and facts on our website here.
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Richter to head Lake Hopatcong Foundation
The Lake Hopatcong Foundation (LHF) has hired Kyle Richter as its new executive director. He replaces founding Executive Director Jessica Murphy, who stepped down last fall. The LHF made its selection after an extensive regional search led by a team of board members, according to Board Chairman Marty Kane.
“We could not be more thrilled with Kyle joining the LHF as our new executive director,” said Kane. “I have had the occasion to work with him over the years at the Musconetcong Watershed Association and I have always been extremely impressed with his focus, drive, and intelligence.”
Richter brings a decade of experience in the field of environmental conservation. Immediately prior to joining the LHF, he served as the watershed programs manager for the Musconetcong Watershed Association for seven years, where he led its education and outreach programs, while managing restoration projects throughout the watershed.
The Lake Hopatcong Foundation is a registered 501©(3) nonprofit dedicated to protecting the lake environment and enhancing the lake experience by bringing together public and private resources to encourage a culture of sustainability and stewardship on and around New Jersey’s largest lake, for this and future generations. To learn more, visit lakehopatcongfoundation.org. The foundation is headquartered in the former train station in Landing. Click here to read more from the Roxbury Register.
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Lake Hopatcong Foundation:
Help us with a little Spring Cleaning
When debris—plastic bags, bottles, cigarette butts, etc.—is tossed on the ground, it can get washed into storm drains and end up in our waterways. In addition to being unsightly, litter can harm aquatic life and decrease oxygen levels in the water when it decays. If we each take some time to clean up our communities, we can make a BIG difference. If you're itching to get a little spring cleaning done, below are two cleanups that will get you outside in the spring weather and protect our watershed at the same time. Happy spring cleaning!
Musconetcong Watershed Association's Annual River Cleanup
Saturday, April 17, 2021 beginning at 9:00 am
Each spring, the Musconetcong Watershed Association organizes a river cleanup that draws hundreds of volunteers to remove trash at various locations along the Musconetcong River, from Lake Hopatcong to the Delaware River confluence. The Lake Hopatcong Foundation is pleased to assist this effort each year by coordinating the Hopatcong State Park portion of the cleanup. Hopatcong State Park is location #1 on the river cleanup map and you can join us for this cleanup by registering HERE. Gloves and trash bags will be provided. Masks will be required when in groups.
LHF Adopt-A-Spot Community Cleanup
Saturday, April 24, 2021, from 8:30 - 10 am
We hope you will join us to pick up roadside debris along Mt. Arlington Boulevard in support of Roxbury’s Adopt-A-Road Program and in celebration of Earth Week. In just a quick 90 minutes, we usually make a huge difference! No registration is necessary for this event, simply meet us on Mt. Arlington Boulevard in front of the Nixon School (275 Mt Arlington Blvd., Landing) at 8:30 am. Please park your vehicles along the road in front of the school. Gloves, trash bags, and vests will be provided. Masks will be required when in groups. Click here to read about these events from Hopatcong Lake Regional News.
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School Community Asset Map - You Can Help!
As part of our initiative to maintain Sustainable Jersey for Schools certification, we continuously need to update our Community Asset Map. This is a collective inventory of the positive and valued aspects of a community by identifying the places, institutions, programs, and people that contribute to making our communities great places to learn and live.
Community assets can include information on local artists, scientists, and other experts, parks, local historic buildings, and green businesses, but can also include resources like cultural activities and events, arts, cultural and service organizations, social service agencies, and community organizations that are part of the great community context.
We've come up with over 700 businesses, restaurants, educational institutions, medical facilities, transportation hubs, and community organizations since 2018, but we need your help up in updating this list as we know things are ever-changing.
Please take a few minutes and jot down a few places and/or groups that you can think of to help round out our list. Click here for more information regarding the Roxbury Community Asset Map and how you can contribute.
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Roxbury Rec
Free Tree Seedling Handout - Apr 23
Help to replant communities damaged by Superstorm Sandy with free tree seedlings! Seedlings planted today will create forests for our future.
Pick up your free tree seedling on Friday, April 23rd at Horseshoe Lake from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Click here to view the event flyer in our Virtual Backpack.
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Roxbury Clean Community Clean Up Day - Apr 24
Roxbury Township's Clean Communities has set the date for the spring 2021 annual Litter Cleanup Event on Saturday, April 24th beginning at 9 a.m. Individuals, groups, and organizations are welcome to participate. Everyone will meet at the Roxbury DPW Building at 96 N. Dell Avenue in Kenvil, NJ where locations will be assigned.
Take pride in our town and help clean up our parks, trails, roadways, and neighborhoods. Bring a team! Ask friends and co-workers from your office, church, school, clubs, and athletic teams.
Bags, gloves, and grabbers will be provided as supplies last. Please bring your own water and snacks. Masks will be required to be word by all participants in areas where social distancing cannot be maintained. Masks will not be provided; please remember to bring your own. Participants under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Click here to view this event flyer in our Virtual Backpack.
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Roxbury Clean Communities
Annual Shredding Event - May 15
Have documents to shred? Bring them to Roxbury's Annual Community Paper Shredding Event on Saturday, May 15, 2021, from 8:30-12:00 at the Roxbury Recycling Center located at 96 N Dell Road Avenue in Kenvil. This event will be held rain or shine. Due to limited capacity, this service will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis. For more information, call 973-448-2053.
Click here to view the event flyer in our Virtual Backpack.
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MCMUA's Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Dates Set; May 22 is First Event
The Morris County Municipal Utilities Authority will hold four Household Hazardous Waste Disposal Days in 2021 for residents, with the first opportunity on May 22.
Guidelines regarding acceptable hazardous material is located here: acceptable hazardous materials and includes pesticides, herbicides, fertilizers, oil-based paints, stains, paint thinners and removers, solvents, automotive fluids, lead acid and rechargeable batteries, pool chemicals, and darkroom chemicals.
Also accepted are aerosol cans (not empty), propane and helium cylinders, small quantities of asbestos (wetted, double bagged and sealed with duct tape to a 100 pound limit), driveway sealant, roofing tar, fluorescent bulbs, PCB-ballasts, mercury thermometers and switches, household cleaning products, muriatic acid. Visit www.MCMUA.com for additional updates regarding our Household Hazardous Waste and other programs as they are announced.
Drop off events are scheduled for:
- Saturday, May 22, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Morris County Public Safety Training Academy, 500 West Hanover Ave., Parsippany
- Saturday, June 26, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Morris County Public Safety Training Academy
- Saturday, September 25, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Morris County Public Safety Training Academy
- Saturday, October 23, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., at Chatham High School 255 Lafayette Ave., Chatham
Due to COVID-19 restrictions, MCMUA is requesting that patrons store all materials in the trunk, cargo area, or bed of the vehicle for easy access by the MUA's contractor, whose team will remove it from the vehicle. All participants dropping off household hazardous materials must wear face coverings, keep their vehicle windows closed, and stay in their vehicles for the duration of the event. Please plan your visit accordingly.
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Lake Hopatcong Foundation
NALMS Poster Contest - Jun 1
The Lake Hopatcong Foundation is a member of the North American Lake Management Society.
Each year NALMs runs a student poster contest to celebrate Lakes Appreciation Month in July. More details about the contest are available at Poster Contest – North American Lake Management Society (NALMS). Poster submission deadline is Tuesday, June 1. Three winners (one from each grade range) will be notified via email by Friday, June 18.
Click here to view this flyer in our Virtual Backpack.
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Roxbury Trails: Take a Hike in Roxbury, NJ
It’s a great opportunity to get out of the house and into the sunshine, no matter what the temperature is! There are five parks in Roxbury with trails, with varying levels of difficulty. Several trails have great views this time of year. Descriptions, images, maps as well as links to other local trails are available.
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Roxbury Collects
Box Tops for Education
Roxbury Schools collects "Box Tops for Education" at the K-8 schools. It's 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 our K-8 schools.
Skip the Clip with the next generation of Box Tops! Box Tops is changing to fit today's families. The new and improved Box Tops mobile app uses state-of-the-art technology to scan your store receipt, find participating products and instantly add Box Tops to your school's earnings online.
for more information.
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Here we will feature events of organizations, clubs, and teams throughout our community 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.
Let's continue to work to go green! (On occasion though, 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 and events are received. Check the backpack!
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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 or 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.
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Roxbury Employment Opportunities |
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Roxbury Schools
To view all available employment opportunities for Roxbury Township Public Schools and to apply online, visit www.roxbury.org/employment.
Roxbury Township
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Upcoming Board of Education Meetings |
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Mondays:
04/26/2021 - Regular Meeting (Virtual/Hybrid @ LRS)
05/10/2021 - Regular Meeting (Virtual/Hybrid @ RHS)
06/07/2021 - Regular Meeting (Virtual/Hybrid @ RHS)
06/21/2021 - Regular Meeting (Virtual/Hybrid @ RHS)
07/19/2021 - Regular Meeting (Location TBD)
07/21/2021 - Retreat Meeting (Location TBD)
08/30/2021 - Regular Meeting (Location TBD)
09/30/2021 - Regular Meeting (Location TBD)
10/11/2021 - Regular Meeting (Location TBD)
11/15/2021 - Regular Meeting (Location TBD)
12/13/2021 - Regular Meeting (Location TBD)
01/06/2022 - Reorganization Meeting (Location TBD)
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!
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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!
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Roxbury Community School
Upcoming Programs & Events
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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. Click here to view the kid's corner community school programs on our website.
Check out these new programs:
- Basketball Clinic (Gr 3-8)
- Intro to Golf Clinic (Gr 3-8)
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RCS Summer Camps
Roxbury Community School summer camps are under way! Our camps and programs are open to Roxbury and non-Roxbury residents
Registrations are currently being accepted for:
- Broadway Bound/Behind the Curtain Theatre Camp
- Calling All Kids (PreK-K) Camp
- Coach Miller's Tennis Camp
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Register is now open for the 2021/2022
Roxbury Community School Preschool!
For more information about our high-quality program and to register for the Roxbury Community School Preschool, please visit www.roxbury.org/preschool.
The Roxbury Community School Preschool is a tuition-based program open to children ages 3-5 as of October 1st and runs congruently with the district calendar and is open to non-Roxbury residents as well!
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RCS College Prep
The Roxbury Community School is dedicated to helping students prepare for college through a few different avenues.
The Roxbury Community School has also partnered with Kaplan SAT/ACT Prep, Lentz & Lentz SAT/ACT Prep, and My 3 Sons/NJ Tutoring to empower students to excel on standardized tests like the SAT's and ACT's. Registrations are ongoing throughout the year! Click here to see what upcoming college prep programs are offered!
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Around Town
Information from Roxbury Township and Local Organizations
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Keep up-to-date with everything going on in Roxbury Township.
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!
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Roxbury Public Library
Go to roxburylibrary.org to access Roxbury Library's upcoming Events Calendar for adults and children. Register online for programs or call the library at (973) 584-2400. For general information, contact comments@roxburylibrary.org. Click here to view Roxbury Library's upcoming programs in events in our Virtual Backpack under the flyer section.
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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!
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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!
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COVID-19 Vaccine Registration
COVID-19 vaccines are on the way to hospitals and clinics across New Jersey. The New Jersey Department of Health is letting NJ residents pre-register for the COVID-19 vaccine, but cautions that it will be given to those most at risk first, including front line health workers. Click here to pre-register.
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COVID-19 Vaccination Information and Locations as of April 8
NJ Department of Health – 24/7 COVID-19 Vaccine Call Center Call 1-855-568-0545 for scheduling assistance for the vaccine.
Morris County Megasite (Rockaway Townsquare Mall, 301 Mt. Hope Avenue, Rockaway) - Use this link to register.
Acme Pharmacy - Use this link for location information and scheduling.
CVS - Use this link www.CVS.com/Coronavirus for location information and scheduling. Customers without a computer can schedule a vaccine by calling CVS at 1-800-746-7287.
Randolph NJ COVID Volunteer Group (Offered through the Roxbury/Randolph shared Health Department) For those who need assistance scheduling a vaccine appointment, complete this form or contact the volunteer group at 908-955-3996. NOTE: NO volunteer will ever ask you for your Social Security Number or Insurance details.
- Byram ShopRite, 90-80 Route 206 North, Stanhope 1-201-400-8180
Walgreens Pharmacy - Use this link to register for an appointment.
Walmart Pharmacy (The Shops at Ledgewood Commons, 461 Route 10, Ledgewood) - Appointments available by phone for anyone 65 and older. Call the pharmacy number 973-598-4087 and Press "0" for a pharmacy representative.
Wegmans Pharmacy (34 Sylvan Way Hanover, 724 Route 202 South Bridgewater) - Use this link www.Wegmans.com/pharmacy to schedule an appointment. Customers without a computer can schedule a vaccine by calling 1-800-207-6099, Monday-Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Weis Pharmacy (148 Center Grove Road, Randolph, NJ or 293 US Highway 206, Unit 1, Flanders, NJ) - Use this link to schedule an appointment.
Please note:
- Roxbury Township has no control over vaccine scheduling or distribution. This information is being provided to assist residents in obtaining a vaccine.
- The information on this sheet is subject to change. As of the date of printing/posting, the information is believed to be accurate.
- There are many other vaccination locations within New Jersey. We have provided information concerning the vaccination locations which are in close proximity to Roxbury Township.
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In addition, please consider pre-registering for the COVID-19 vaccine at the NJ Department of Health via this link https://covidvaccine.nj.gov/ to ensure that New Jersey receives its fair share of vaccines from the Federal Government.
For questions, please call:
- Roxbury Township Manager’s office: 973-448-2000
- Roxbury Health Department: 973-448-2028
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The Kiwanis Club of Greater Roxbury has planned another free food distribution event for Saturday, April 17 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the St. Therese Parish at 151 Main Street in Succasunna.
Each box contains 35-40 pounds of food. Canned food, free groceries, and fresh produce while supplies last.
Click here to register. For additional information, please contact Cain Pope at 201-787-9769.
Click here to view this flyer in our Virtual Backpack.
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Spring into life. Give Blood with the American Red Cross on Thursday, April 29th from 3-8 p.m. at the Roxbury Senior Center at 72 Eyland Avenue in Succasunna. Call 1-800-733-2767 or visit their website and enter: Roxbury to schedule an appointment.
Click here to view this event flyer in our Virtual Backpack.
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Do you know a family that needs help to afford the cost of preschool?
Tuition assistance can make it possible for 3- and 4-year-olds in this area to attend a quality preschool program. Preschool Advantage has been assisting families in Morris and Somerset counties for 25 years. Applications are now available for the 2021-2022 academic year, with priority funding given to those who apply by March 1, 2021.
Click here to learn more about Preschool Advantage and the application process, or call 973-532-2501, or email.
Click here to view this flyer in English and Spanish in our Virtual Backpack.
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It's never been easier to take a Quick Peek at your child's early development.
Get a FREE, Quick Early Developmental Screening. Join the experts from Children's Specialized Hospital for a developmental screening for children ages 1 to 5 years old.
You will receive practical tools and resources about early childhood development.
Click here for more information or to register for a virtual quick developmental screening, or call 908-301-5498.
Click here to view this flyer in English and Spanish in our Virtual Backpack.
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NJ Human Services Extends COVID-19 Child Care Assistance Programs Through End of School Year
The state will be extending several COVID-19-related child care assistance programs for families and providers through the end of June 2021. As part of the public health emergency, the state launched the New Jersey School-Age Tuition Assistance Program to help families pay for care for their school-age child in need of child care as a result of COVID-19 remote learning schools schedules.
For families who have been approved for School-Age Tuition Assistance, payments for your child’s care will now continue through June 30, 2021. No new applications are being accepted.
If you need help paying for child care, you can apply for the state’s Child Care Subsidy Program. To give you a sense of whether you would be eligible for the Child Care Subsidy Program, the income maximum for a family of four is $52,400 annually. Use our calculator to see if you are likely to be eligible or visit our parent page to learn more about this program. If you need help finding child care, contact your local Child Care Resource and Referral (CCR&R) Agency. Families can apply online at www.ChildCareNJ.gov.
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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 Street in Succasunna. Remember a loved one or engrave your name in history! Engraved bricks cost $150 each. Group/bulk orders of ten (10) or more bricks submitted together can pay a discounted price of $125 per brick. Proceeds benefit the continued beautification of Main Street in Succasunna. The bricks are installed in the courtyard surrounding the Victorian Clock by the Gazebo at the Library. Remember a loved one. Honor your family's name on historic Main Street. Salute your graduate!
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