Roxbury Schools News & Events
Preparing the children of today for tomorrow...
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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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REMINDER: Upcoming Calendar Announcements
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School Closing - The district will be closed on Monday, February 15th in observance of President's Day.
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School Now In Session - Friday, March 19th is now a school day since an emergency day was used on or before March 15th.
Click here for the latest Roxbury School District Calendar.
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Superintendent Communications - Feb 10
Dear Parent(s)/Guardian(s):
Although the road continues to be bumpy, we are making our way forward. More individuals are getting the vaccine, changes in quarantine protocols have helped with instructional consistency, and the number of new cases in Roxbury are decreasing. Therefore, we will continue to cautiously move down the path.
As stated in my correspondence on 1/14/21, parents with children in grades 5 through 12 are able to change their child(ren)’s learning mode to begin on February 18th. Therefore, ONLY if you are interested in moving your child(ren) from virtual to hybrid or from hybrid to virtual, please complete the form located HERE. The form will need to be completed by Monday, February 15th by 12:00 PM for the change to occur on Thursday, February 18th. Please realize that changes may impact multiple transportation schedules. Therefore, parents whose children transition to in-person instruction should plan to transport their child(ren) on Thursday and Friday with new transportation schedules to be communicated by Monday, February 22nd. Parents will have one more opportunity to change learning models beginning at the 4th marking period.
Kindergarten through grade 4 will continue in their current learning model until March 18th, the beginning of the third trimester. Communication and forms will come from your building principal by March 15th.
To best prepare families in decision-making that is best suited for your family situation, please know that we are hoping to be able to transition virtual Mondays to in-person instruction and to move the high school into Phase II by March 8th. Phase II for the high school is currently under consideration and will be either 50% capacity for full days or 100% capacity for 4-hour days. You will receive a communication on March 1st confirming if these next steps are viable. While I welcome emails from the community, the difficulty is that perspectives are varied with all providing valid points. Therefore, decision making will be based upon the health data of the district in collaboration with local health officials, Department of Education, Department of Health, staff survey, and administration. Thank you for understanding.
As always, our success rests on our partnership. Please continue to be vigilant. Wear your mask, practice social distancing, wash your hands, stay home when feeling ill. We are only a little more than a month away from the first day of spring. Days are already getting longer. There may be mounds of snow outside, but it will melt. Enjoy it while it’s here. This pandemic is proving our resilience. We can start to carefully and cautiously acknowledge that we are moving farther down the road while we continue to “prepare the children of today for tomorrow.”
Yours in Education,
Loretta L. Radulic, Superintendent of Schools
Click here to view Roxbury's Schools Reopening Information and Correspondence.
Para ver la carta en español, haga clic aquí.
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10 Black Authors Everyone Should Read
They are poets, playwrights, novelists, and scholars, and together they helped capture the voice of a nation. They have fearlessly explored racism, abuse, and violence as well as love, beauty, and music. While their names and styles have changed over the years, they have been the voices of their generations and helped inspire the generations that followed them.
Click here for a list compiled by PBS of prominent Black authors who have left a mark on the literary world forever.
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RHS Performing Arts Presents Godspell this Spring
Roxbury High School is proud to present its 2021 Spring Musical production of Godspell, conceived by John-Michael Tebelak with music by Stephen Schwartz. This immensely successful rock opera was first produced on Broadway in 1971, where it broke new ground in its stage treatment of the historical Jesus Christ. Based on the Gospel according to St Matthew, it deals with the last days of Jesus, and includes dramatized versions of several well-known parables. And yet it is something more - a spiritual experience, a demonstration of joy, and a celebration of the family of man. The cast are ordinary people, improvising scenery and costumes, and using many well-known theatrical devices, pantomime, vaudeville and varied musical styles to interpret one of humanity's greatest stories.
Due to the ongoing health crisis, the Roxbury High School Performing Arts Department are only able to offer live performances to close family and friends of cast members. However, the production will be available for public viewing through an online streaming event scheduled for March 26, 27, and 28th. These are scheduled streams and must be watched on the date and time specified. You can order your passcode to watch the online stream by clicking here or by scanning the QR code on the attached flyer. Passcodes will be usable on one digital device only.
We hope you are able to join us for this theatrical event!
If you have any questions or problems registering, please contact Patrick Hachey at phachey@roxbury.org or by calling at 973-584-1200 x.1250.
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Eisenhower Middle School
Announces Second Marking Period Honor Rolls
Eisenhower Middle School announces the students who have earned High Honor Roll and Honor Roll for the second marking period of the 2020/2021 school year.
Students must have earned all A's on their second marking period report card to qualify for high honor roll. Students must have a combination of A's and B's on their second marking period report card to earn the status of honor roll.
Click here to view the student list on our website under "In the News".
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RHS artROX to Host a Virtual Art Invitational
Roxbury High School’s artROX is excited to announce it will be hosting a virtual art Invitational on February 25th at 7 p.m. This virtual reception will host 14 high schools and four middle schools with six colleges (Delaware College of Art and Design, Hartford Art School (University of Hartford), Maine College of Art & Design (MECA), Montserrat College of Art, New Jersey City University, and William Paterson University) offering scholarships and awards.
Each high school is allowed to submit 12 works per school while the middle schools can each submit eight pieces of art.
Renee Zengel, RHS Visual Arts Lead Teacher shared, “We are excited to host this event to give students the opportunity to show their creative talents this school year.”
Stay tuned for more information!
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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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Feel like getting out of the house? Tired of making family meals? Love contributing to local causes and businesses? Then the Jefferson PTA has you covered! Join them on Friday, February 19th at Roxbury Fuddruckers for lunch or dinner any time to support Jefferson Elementary School PTA!
There are 3 ways to participate:
- Call in your order for curbside pick up and let them know you're supporting Jefferson PTA.
- When dining-in, print out the 'ticket' or show the cashier the image on your phone when you order
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Order online and note that you're with Jefferson PTA
**Please note, only orders made with a ticket or mention of Jefferson PTA will be counted toward our fundraising**
Click here to view this flyer in our Virtual Backpack.
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Join the Kennedy School PTA for a Roxbury Family Night Out at Panera Restaurant on Wednesday, February 17th from 4-8 p.m. for dine in, carry out, curbside, or delivery!
Be sure to show a print or digital copy of the flyer and mention the Kennedy School PTA! The Kennedy PTA receives a port of your bill.
Click here to view the full flyer in our Virtual Backpack.
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Jefferson School PTA
Gertrude Hawk Chocolates
Jefferson Elementary PTA is delighted to once again offer the delicious and adorable Gertrude Hawk Chocolates catalog for our Spring Fundraiser.
Click here to view the full catalog and order directly from the Gertrude Hawk website. This Fundraiser runs ONLINE ONLY from January 22 thru February 22. Chocolates will be available for pick up at Jefferson Elementary School OR direct ship to home is available (pricing in link).
Click here to view this flyer in our Virtual Backpack.
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Purchase your Roxbury High School Project Graduation Gift Card Raffle ticket now through March 14th (or until tickets sell out). This raffle is a gift card raffle and the winners will receive one of three prizes. 1st Place Prize is a $1,000 Visa Gift Card, 2nd Place Prize is a $500 Visa Gift Card, and 3rd Place Prize is a $250 Visa Gift Card. Proceeds to Benefit the Classes of 2021, 2022, and 2023.
The drawing is to be held March 23, 2021 at 7 pm at Roxbury High School at 1 Bryant Drive, Succasunna, NJ 07876. There will be no substitution of the offered prizes and winners need not be present.
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200 Club of Morris County - Deadline Feb 15
This 200 Club of Morris County scholarship program began in 1982 to provide college, post-high school education, or vocational school assistance to children of active public safety personnel. Scholarship eligibility is limited to high school seniors serving in a Morris County branch of public safety or whose parent is actively serving or retired from a public safety position in Morris County. If you know a high school senior who may be eligible for our scholarship, tell them to visit www.200clubofmorriscounty.com/scholarships. The deadline for applications is 6:00 pm on Monday, February 15, 2021.
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Junior League of Morristown
Now Accepting 2021 Scholarship Applications
Since 1986, the Junior League of Morristown (JLM) has awarded the High School Voluntarism Scholarship to more than 145 Morris and Somerset County high school seniors. These scholarships, which total more than $235,000, represent our commitment to developing young volunteers in our community.
This year, the JLM will again recognize the outstanding community service of high school seniors by awarding up to four $2,500 college scholarships. The primary criterion for the scholarship is outstanding dedication to voluntarism and community service. Candidates should also show strong leadership skills, academic performance, and participation in extracurricular activities, and work or family responsibilities. Applicants must plan to attend an accredited college, university, or trade school. Financial need is not a factor for consideration. Applicants must reside or currently attend school in Morris or Somerset Counties.
Completed applications must be received no later than February 19, 2021, via the Google forms (links on our website at www.jlmnj.org) and supporting information should be emailed to grants@jlmnj.org. All details are on our website. Winners will be notified by email in early April.
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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.
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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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Optimum's Free 60 Day Student Broadband Offer
Altice is offering Altice Advantage Internet 30Mbps service complimentary for 60 days to new households with K-12 and/or college students who do not currently have home internet access.
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State of Our Gaels Nation |
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Roxbury High School Gaelvision |
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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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Gov. Murphy To Allow Spectators At NJ School Sports Amid COVID-19
Gov. Phil Murphy will allow spectators at school sporting events amid other reopenings he's announcing as the state continues to endure the COVID-19 crisis.
Sources told Patch that the governor will allow a certain amount of parents and spectators at indoor school sports, though the spectating may only be allowed at high schools. Sources also told Patch that the timing for the change was still being worked out late Thursday, but The Asbury Park Press said the governor was expected to make the announcement as early as Friday. The Press also reported that two parents or guardians will be allowed for each student-athlete. Click here to read more from Patch.com.
Morris Knolls over Roxbury - Girls basketball recap - Feb 6
Mikayla Doyle and Kira Mennella scored seven points apiece as Morris Knolls defeated Roxbury, 36-29, in Rockaway. Maddie Knaack finished with six points while Brianna Mennella and Camryn DeCando chipped in five apiece for Morris Knolls (2-3), which trailed by one after three quarters before putting the game away with a 14-6 fourth quarter. Kendall Fehsal made three free throws on the way to a game-high nine points while Caroline Colucci, Morgan Lessig, and Kelly McDonald added six points apiece for Roxbury (1-1). Click here to read this coverage from NJ.com.
Roxbury over Morris Knolls - Boys basketball recap - Feb 8
Kyle Haegle scored 17 points in Roxbury’s 45-25 victory over Morris Knolls in Succasunna.
Jason Raggi and Justin Bosland added eight points apiece for Roxbury (3-0), which stormed out to a 12-2 lead and never looked back. Morris Knolls falls to 2-2. Click here to read this coverage from NJ.com.
It's 4-0 for Roxbury Boys Basketball - Feb 9
The Roxbury High School boys basketball team on Tuesday maintained its undefeated record by beating Morristown. The team stands at fourth in the 39-team Northwest Jersey Athletic Conference (NJAC) and first in its division. Playing away, the Gaels dominated the Colonials in a 44-29 victory. Roxbury next takes on Randolph on Friday at home at 7 p.m. Click here for more game coverage from TAPinto Roxbury.
Mobbin Classic: Brackets, pairings for NJ wrestling tournament run by Anthony Ashnault
Pairings have been set for the Mobbin Media Classic, an invitational tournament for high school-age grapplers that will be held next week at St. Joseph High School in Metuchen. The Feb. 15 showcase will feature 113 wrestlers – many among New Jersey’s best – from more than 50 high schools statewide. Grapplers from 14 high schools ranked among the Top 20 in the final 2019-20 New Jersey Wrestling Writers Association Top 20 poll will be represented in the tournament, along with three standouts from Blair Academy, one of the nation’s top programs. Virtually every returning NJSIAA letterwinner in the field is, at minimum, an incumbent state qualifier. The tournament will feature several nationally ranked wrestlers, as well as some of New Jersey’s top freshmen and one eighth-grader. Click here to read more from MyCentralJersey.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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Idle Free Schools - Turn Your Key, Be Idle Free!
Winter has arrived! With colder weather upon us, your district green team wanted to share this important quick PSA.
In January 2019, the Roxbury Board of Education began supporting an idling reduction campaign at the Roxbury Schools, which included an idling reduction policy.
Part of the policy included the following bullet points. All those in bold and in red are what our transportation department and district have already been doing. Not bad and we're on our way to better!
- Turn off school bus engines while waiting to load and to unload students
- Turn off vehicles when parents are parked and waiting to pick up and drop off children
- Installing "idle-free zone" signs at school drop-off and pick-up locations
- Use the newest buses for the longest routes and maintain buses properly to eliminate any visible exhaust
- Complete school-bus driver training on eliminating idling
- Encourage parent, student, faculty, and staff drivers to turn off their engines after 10 seconds if they plan to remain at a location for more than 30 seconds, particularly at school drop-off and pick-up times.
Did you know that if everyone in the U.S. stopped idling for 5 minutes a day, it would be equivalent to taking five hundred thousand cars off the road saving 1.6 Million tons of CO2? Roxbury Schools are continuing to support this campaign to reduce student's exposure to air toxics that are emitted from idling vehicles.
We encourage our families and staff to sign pledge forms saying that they won't idle unnecessarily. You will see idling signs posted outside the school. Save money and protect the air by turning off your car when waiting more than 10 seconds. Turn Your Key, Be Idle Free!
Let's all work together for a cleaner future! Follow our initiative online here!
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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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Business Beyond Basics: Sustainability
Wednesday, February 17 at 9:00 am
Carol Van Den Hende, Climate Reality Leader from MARS in Hackettstown shares evidence for climate change as well as content-based on MARS use of renewables.
In Carol's workshop, she'll kick off with Climate Reality Leaders' evidence of extreme weather impacts and the case for environmental change. Then, she'll share three real-life examples of how her company has improved sustainability impact as inspiration for environmental best practices. Lastly, she'll present straightforward actions we all can take to reduce our footprint. Come to learn and connect! Register now with the Public Library here.
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Lake Hopatcong Foundation, Commission: Build a rain garden, get a rebate - Mar 3
A free educational webinar on the basics of rain garden installation will be presented at noon and 7 p.m. on Wednesday, March 3.
It will be hosted by the Lake Hopatcong Commission (LHC), in partnership with the Lake Hopatcong Foundation (LHF) and the Rutgers Cooperative Extension Water Resources Program.
Along with the webinar, participants will have an opportunity to schedule a free 30-minute virtual consultation, in which they can work one-on-one with a Rutgers landscape architect to plan a customized rain garden for their property, according to a release issued by the non-profit Lake Hopatcong Foundation Thursday.
Sixteen participants from Jefferson, Hopatcong, Mount Arlington, or Roxbury, who reside within the Lake Hopatcong watershed, will be eligible to receive a rebate of up to $450, after installation of a rain garden and inspection by the Rutgers team, according to the foundation, with offices in Landing.
A rain garden is a collection of native shrubs, perennials, and flowers planted in a small depression, designed to temporarily hold and soak in rainwater runoff from impermeable surfaces such as roofs, driveways, and patios, effectively controlling pollution and mitigating flooding.
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Community Blood Drive - Mar 7
New Jersey Blood Services is in urgent need. They've partnered with the First Presbyterian Church of Succasunna to hold a Blood Drive on Sunday, March 7th from 9-3 at 99 Main Street in Succasunna, NJ. To schedule an appointment, visit nybc.org/njdrive. Sponsor Code: 60185. Appointments are Preferred. Click here to view a flyer in our Virtual Backpack with more information regarding this event.
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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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Roxbury-Based Home Instead is Hiring CAREGivers for Older Adults in Morris County
With the nation’s unemployment rate at its highest in nearly half a century, job opportunities in labor-abundant industries—such as retail and dining—are running dry. On average, more than 775,000 Americans have filed an unemployment claim each week since the start of November.
During these challenging times, there is one industry experiencing an increase in demand, leading to immediate job opportunities: in-home caregiving.
With more Morris County seniors and families seeking support, Home Instead in Succasunna is looking to fill up to ten permanent CAREGiver positions in the area. As part of Home Instead’s hiring week, the local franchise will encourage individuals to explore a career path in home care. Applicants interested in full-time or part-time positions can visit HomeInstead.com/Careers to learn more about caregiving positions.
For more information about career opportunities at Home Instead, training and benefits, or to apply for a caregiving position, visit HomeInstead.com or call 973-970-9250. Click here to read more from TAPinto Roxbury.
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Upcoming Board of Education Meetings |
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Mondays:
02/22/2021 - Regular Meeting (Virtual/Hybrid @ RHS)
03/15/2021 - Regular Meeting (Virtual/Hybrid @ RHS)
04/12/2021 - Regular Meeting (Virtual/Hybrid @ RHS)
04/26/2021 - Regular Meeting (Virtual/Hybrid @ RHS)
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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Four Roxbury Area Students Make Alabama Dean's List
Four Roxbury area residents were among the 13,128 students enrolled during the fall 2020 term at The University of Alabama who made the Dean's List with academic records of 3.5 or above (on a 4.0 scale), or the President's List with academic records of 4.0 (all A's). The UA Dean's and President's Lists recognize full-time undergraduate students. The lists do not apply to graduate students or undergraduate students who take less than a full course load. The Roxbury area students Spencer Labaska of Flanders was named to the Deans List, Erica Manfredo of Flanders was named to the Deans List, Hayley Riddle of Ledgewood was named to the Deans List, and Lindsay Warsaw of Ledgewood was named to the Deans List. Click here to read this coverage from TAPinto Roxbury.
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Almost half of Stockton men's lacrosse make CSAC All-Academic team
Twenty-eight members of the Stockton University men’s lacrosse team were named to the Fall 2020 Colonial States Athletic Conference All-Academic team. Stockton’s roster consists of 57 players. The all-academic team recognizes student-athletes who achieved a grade-point average of 3.2 or better during the fall 2020 semester. Stockton’s men’s lacrosse team is an associate member of the CSAC as the New Jersey Athletic Conference does not sponsor the sport. The Ospreys captured their first CSAC championship in 2019. Last season was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. According to a statement from the university, Stockton is hopeful to defend its title this upcoming season if given the opportunity. Click here to read which Roxbury Alumni made Stockton’s CSAC All-Academic selections as reported in the Press of Atlantic City.
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Roxbury Community School
Upcoming Programs & Events
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Register now for the
Roxbury Community School Preschool for the 2020/2021 school year!
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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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.
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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!
Click here to view the adult community school programs on our website.
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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 Library Launches
Online Homework Tutoring Service
Roxbury Public Library has announced the launch of Brainfuse -- on-demand, anytime, anywhere eLearning for all ages and levels.
Brainfuse HelpNow offers personalized homework help in core subjects (math, reading, writing, science, and social studies) including SAT preparation. The Adult Learning Center is included in the HelpNow suite.
JobNow provides services and tools helping with resumes, interviews, and careers. VetNow is a significant resource center for veterans and their families, with help to access benefits, and job and transition help.
Brainfuse is now available to all Roxbury library cardholders and can be accessed from any device at home or in the library with live service available seven days a week from 2 p.m. to 11 p.m. Click here to read more about these resources from TAPinto Roxbury.
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Roxbury Library Offers New App
The Roxbury Public Library announced the availability of a downloadable application for Apple and Android devices. The Roxbury Public Library App allows library users to store their Roxbury Public Library cards on their phones "and access a wealth of perks," said the library.
It said users of the new app are able to manage their accounts and renew borrowed materials. They can also search the library's catalogs and place holds on items, view the event calendar, and sign-up for events. The app is available for download from the Google Play Store for Android users and from the Apple Store. Click here to read more from TAPinto Roxbury.
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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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Roxbury Recreation: Summer Camp 2021 Update
At this time, Roxbury Recreation is postponing its camp registrations scheduled for Saturday, February 6, 2021. This is being done so in the off chance that camps do not operate they will not have to issue refunds like they did in 2020.
The new registration date will be Saturday, April 3, 2021 at 8 a.m. This registration will include Roxbury Rec Playground Camps, Roxbury Rec Camp Capra, Roxbury Rec Day Camp, and Roxbury Rec Teen Travel. They hope to have more clarity about the camps in the next few weeks and will open up registration on Community Pass on Saturday, April 3, 2021 at 8 a.m.
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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 February 5
NJ Department of Health – 24/7 COVID-19 Vaccine Call Center (opening the week of 1/25/21) 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. When appointments become available, you will receive an email message from Atlantic Health. Register as soon as possible after receiving the email notification because the limited time slots fill quickly.
ShopRite - Use this link http://vaccines.shoprite.com/ to check for available appointments or call the store listed below. Keep checking back since appointments are added when vaccines become available.
- Byram ShopRite, 90-80 Route 206 North, Stanhope 1-201-400-8180
CVS - As early as February 11, 2021, select CVS pharmacies will be administering the vaccine. As early as February 9, 2021, CVS will begin booking appointments. Visit www.CVS.com/Coronavirus for information and scheduling. If you don't have a computer, you can call CVS at 1-800-746-7287, press "1" for vaccine info, listen to the whole message, then stay on the line and a "virtual agent" will ask how they can help you -- press "0" to get transferred to a live person who can help you get an appointment for a vaccine.
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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Roxbury Area Chamber of Commerce offers discount coupon books
We are aware that the pandemic has impacted all businesses and in addition, it has also impacted the Chamber. This year we were faced with the cancelation of both of our big fundraisers. We have created a new fundraiser to help raise funds for the Roxbury Chamber of Commerce and our community while supporting businesses by promoting Shop Local.
The Roxbury Chamber of Commerce "Book of Deals" is ready for purchase. Start off the new year by getting a copy, either for yourself or as a gift. Let's ring in 2021 on a positive note and support our local businesses. #shoplocal
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Roxbury Woman's Club to meet, discuss The Seeing Eye - Feb 23
The Roxbury Woman’s Club will host its monthly meeting at 7 p.m. via Zoom on on Tuesday, Feb. 23. The general meeting will be first and the program will be “The Seeing Eye – An Up Close Look at Your Canine Lifeline” presented by Donald MacGowan.
Membership is open to all women 18 and over. Guests are always welcome, for more information and Zoom log in details, email roxburywomansclub@gmail.com. Click here to read more from the Roxbury Register.
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Morris Habitat virtual gala is Feb. 25
Morris Habitat for Humanity will hold its first-ever virtual Hearts & Hammers Gala from 7 to 8 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 25 in lieu of an in-person event. The evening is designed to raise funds for the organization’s largest project to date—a 25-unit condominium complex in Randolph Township. Registration is free and open to the public.
People are invited to tune in to the live-streaming event at https://www.morrishabitat.org/ to learn more about Morris Habitat’s mission to provide affordable housing as well as its impact on local communities. Attendees will hear directly from Habitat homeowner families who will share their stories, as well as honorees, volunteers and sponsors. The 16th annual celebration, hosted by Toni Yates of WABC-TV, will also feature new construction projects, plans for the future, prize giveaways, and ways people can get involved--even during the pandemic. To learn more, register, or sponsor the virtual gala, visit: https://www.morrishabitat.org/gala-2021 or call Stephanie Buonarota at: 973-349-7612. Click here to read more about this event from the Roxbury Register.
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Girl Scouts of Northern New Jersey is kicking off the 2021 year with an exciting new virtual event for girls are interested in joining Girl Scout in grades Kindergarten-5th.
Winter Wonderland at Home are activities that focus on the foundation of the Girl Scout Leadership Experience STEM, Outdoors, Life Skills and Entrepreneurship, while having lots of fun and making new friends. This great adventure into Girl Scouts is $40 and includes a fun box of supplies!
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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School-Age Tuition Assistance Program Extended through Feb. 2021
New Jersey families struggling to afford child care during remote learning can now apply for state grants under a new $150 million state program. The Department of Human Services said Monday that it had begun taking applications for its COVID-19 child care tuition assistance program. Families with incomes up to $75,000 that need either full or part-time child care due to their child's remote learning schedule are eligible to apply.
Tuition assistance has been extended for eligible residents with children 5 to 13 years old through February 28th. Applicants must show proof of income and a notice or announcement from their child's school of a remote learning schedule. Families can apply online at www.ChildCareNJ.gov. Information regarding this program can be found in our Virtual Backpack flyer section.
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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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