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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October is the month to acknowledge a drug free life as well as to show kindness and compassion to others. October 5-11th is designated as the “Week of Respect,” October 19-23rd is “School Violence Awareness Week,” while October 26-30th is “Red Ribbon Week.” This month is devoted to creating a healthy, drug and violence free America.
This year the Roxbury School District will acknowledge this important month with a district wide theme of “Be the Reason Someone Smiles Today.” The students in the district will be given the opportunity to participate in daily October challenges that show their commitment to kindness, respect and healthy choices. Check with your child's school for more information and let's all try to spread a little kindness!
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**Important Census 2020 Update**
The #2020Census has been extended to October 31st. There’s still time to make a difference for your community. Take 10 minutes and #FillitOutNow at 2020Census.gov or by phone at 844-330-2020 (English) or 844-468-2020 (Spanish).
Let's do this together! The next census won't come around for another ten years! Census results have an impact on planning and funding for health clinics and highways, fire departments and disaster response, education programs such as Head Start and college tuition assistance, and so much!
Correct data can help in future situations like the one we are in! This is our one chance until 2030 to ensure that every New Jersey child gets the resources they need for a quality education. Additional information is available at census.nj.gov.
Roxbury Schools have been working to get the word out about the 2020 Census. Still not sure what the Census is? Then be sure to check out a quick video as well as our other resources on our U.S. Census page here.
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Voter Registration
Deadline - Oct 13
The deadline to register to vote in the November General Election is October 13th. If you are eligible to vote and want to register, this can be done fully online here.
New Jersey's Division of Elections launched the state's first online voter registration tool earlier this year. The platform for online registration allows registering voters to provide their information electronically. Previously, those registering to vote needed to print, sign, and mail a registration form. Voters can find the tool by selecting “Register to Vote!” on the Division of Elections website ( elections.nj.gov).
You can register to vote if :
- You are a United States citizen.
- You are at least 17 years of age (You may register to vote if you are at least 17 years old but cannot vote until reaching the age of 18)
- You will be a resident of the State and County 30 days before the election.
- You are NOT currently serving a sentence, probation or parole because of a felony conviction.
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rSchooltoday App Update
A new update from rSchoolToday for the Health Screening app is available and should rectify any issues specifically for iOS devices (Apple devices). An update for the rSchoolToday app is now available for iOS devices (app version v1.25.1). This update will fix the incorrect flagging issues when submitting the daily health screening forms. In order to enable the fix in your IOS application, please uninstall, reinstall the rSchoolToday app, and enter your login credentials. Should you continue to have difficulty, please complete the Student and Parent Help Desk Request form or contact rSchoolToday at support@rschooltoday.com.
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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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Board of Education Meeting - Oct 12th
Notice is hereby given that the October 12, 2020 Regular Meeting of the Roxbury Township Board of Education, originally scheduled to be held at Lincoln Roosevelt School, has been relocated and will be a hybrid meeting being held virtually and at the Roxbury High School (1 Bryant Drive, Succasunna, NJ). Members of the public are welcome to attend in-person or virtually. In-person attendance will be monitored and social distancing and mask guidelines followed. The October 12th Board meeting will be called to order at 6:30 p.m. followed by the Executive Session. Public Session will begin at 7:30 PM. Formal Action will be taken.
If you wish to attend in-person or virtually, registration is required at www.roxbury.org. To view a copy of that upcoming agenda and past ones, please click here!
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RHS Performing Arts Presents:
Broadway Night
The Roxbury High School Performing Arts Department will present its annual Broadway Night on Thursday, October 15th at 7:00 p.m. outside at the Horseshoe Lake Bandshell located at 72 Eyland Avenue in Succasunna, NJ.
Broadway Night is an evening of musical theatre numbers performed by students in the high school choir program as well as a special number by the Broadway Theatre Class directed by performing arts/music teacher Dan Salyerds with choreography by high school dance teacher Rebecca Pietras. The evening performances will feature musical numbers from shows such as Hamilton, Dear Evan Hansen, Little Shop of Horrors, and more!
Admission is free but donations will be accepted at the entrance. Grab your lawn chairs and come out for an evening of Broadway music and fun!
Click here to read about this event on our website, under "In the News".
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RHS Virtual Financial Aid Night
Attention high school families: Usually, every September, the high school hosts a Financial Aid Night to support students and parents as they embrace the college selection process. Well, just like most other things, COVID has altered our plans. For information and resources on Financial Aid, please visit the high school's website here.
We hope these additional videos will assist our high school families as they prepare for college.
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Roxbury Chromebook Insurance
Deadline to Submit: Oct 31
Roxbury Public Schools offers parents the option each year to purchase insurance for student issued ChromeBooks. The annual cost is $28 per school year or $14 per school year if eligible for free and reduced lunch.
Click here for more information on purchasing optional insurance on the Chromebooks to cover damage to the devices. This form would need to be printed along with the check and handed in by October 31st. There are no extensions this year. Please review the letter as there have been changes made to the procedures for what is covered.
This information can be found in the Back-to-School packets on our webpage here.
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Roxbury HS Receives Community Grant
from Local Walmart
Roxbury High School is the proud recipient of a Walmart Community Grant to help promote student achievement and recognition within the walls of Roxbury High School. Grant monies will be used to purchase more equipment and materials that would publicize and celebrate our students’ achievements in academics, athletics, community, music, and more.
“The RHS administration has been discussing with teachers, advisors, and student leaders, different ways to provide opportunities for events that will promote school spirit and a strong school community. This is particularly challenging during these times where the pandemic has restricted the overall school experience. It will be great to have these funds to, directly and indirectly, benefit our students and the Roxbury community," said RHS Assistant Principal Jon Deeb.
RHS student leaders, senior Justin Berge (Student Council President) and junior Chloe Hernandez (Junior Class Officer) along with Assistant Principal Mr. Deeb helped us say thanks earlier this week! Click here to read more about this grant on our website under "In the News".
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Roxbury’s SDF Reveals New Project
with Habit for Humanity
Roxbury High School’s Structural Design and Fabrication (SDF) class is pleased to partner with Morris Habitat for Humanity to build a home for a family in our community.
The project officially kicked off on October 5, 2020 as part of the celebration of World Habitat Day. Morris Habitat for Humanity’s Chief Executive Officer, Blair Schleicher Wilson joined the SDF students for a Monday virtual class meeting to share some information about Morris Habitat for Humanity, it’s recent project at 119 and 121 Main Street in Succasunna, and unveiled for the first time to students the project Roxbury High School is undertaking.
Students in the SDF course will learn a variety of technical and construction skills as they follow the process of building a modular home through each step of the way from planning to final completion. The home will be built in two modules that will be transported to the site where they will be secured to the foundation and to each other. The future site of this home is on the corner of Mansel Drive and Edith Road in Landing, NJ. Click here to read more about this project and the SDF program on our website under "In the New".
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Jefferson Preschoolers Learn About Fire Safety
October is Fire Prevention Month and since 1922, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has celebrated and recognized the second week of October as Fire Prevention Week in commemoration of the Great Chicago Fire in 1871.
Some of Roxbury’s youngest learners in Patti Klein’s preschool class at Jefferson Elementary School took part in this year’s Fire Prevention Week. The children made special dalmatian hats and pretended to be firemen and learned how to keep safe and stay away from things that are hot and dangerous. They also practiced how to stop, drop, and roll.
The goal of Fire Prevention Month is to raise fire safety awareness while educating families, students, and communities. This year’s NFPA campaign for Fire Safety Month is “Serve Up Fire Safety in the Kitchen”. Click here for fire safety tips and information for all age levels. Click here to read this story on our website under "In the News".
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Click the picture above to see a quick slideshow of Fire Prevention Week with the Jefferson Preschool. |
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Franklin PTA - Boo Your Yard!
The Franklin School PTA is sponsoring "BOO YOUR YARD!" Add a little ghostly cheer to your lawn or your neighbors! Let's see which Roxbury neighborhood ends up with the most signs! Halloween themed signs will be placed on your lawn beginning October 13th. Reserve yours today before they sell out here. Lawn signs will vary. Limited Quantities. Available for Roxbury homes only. If you have any questions, please email the Franklin PTA.
Click here to view this flyer in our Virtual Backpack under the flyer section.
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Support the Franklin Elementary PTA when shopping on Amazon.com by choosing 18923 Franklin Sch PTA as your Smile Charity on Amazon Prime Days this October 13th and 14th. Visit smile.amazon.com to get started!
Click here to view this flyer in our Virtual Backpack under the flyer section.
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Franklin School PTA
Mum Sale Fundraiser thru Oct 11
The PTA at Franklin Elementary School is committed to making this a wonderful year, engaging students, families, staff, and the community.
Get ready for Autumn and decorate your home or business with 9" Mums from the Roxbury Garden Center.
Franklin PTA teamed up with Roxbury Garden Center to host a mum sale fundraiser. Everything can be done online!
Click here to view this fundraiser flyer in our Virtual Backpack under the flyer section.
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The Jefferson PTA is selling Discount Cards for $10. There are 15 local merchants offering a variety of discounts and free items when you use the card. Help support Jefferson Elementary School PTA and local businesses with the online purchase of a Discount Card today!
For more information, email
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Roxbury HS Cheerleading
Roxbury Lawn Signs
Every day is a great day to be a GAEL!
Show your #RoxburyPride by proudly displaying the lawn signs that the Roxbury High School Cheerleaders are selling for only $15, Signs measure 24” by 18”.
Reserve your sign today before they are sold out. Pick up days will be announced ASAP.
We are #roxburypride and believe everyone in this town is a GAEL!
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RHS Band Parents Association\
Mask Holder Fundraiser
Have you seen these mask holders? These are a must have for students, teachers, parents....everyone! (Since we all have the wear a mask!). Make sure to get yours! They are selling like crazy. Get all three and support the Roxbury Band! Mask holders are $8 each. Click here for the online order form or click here to view the order form online in our Virtual Backpack under the flyer section.
Mask holders are a zippered hard-sided case, 3.5 inches across that can be used as a key chain or attached to a backpack. Can also be used to keep earbuds handy. Great for Back-to-School to show your Roxbury Pride!
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Roxbury HS Cheerleading
Cheer Chocolate Fundraiser
Help support the Roxbury High School Cheerleading team with their Gertrude Hawk candy bar sale! Chocolate makes EVERYTHING better! Get one today from any RHS cheerleader! Candy is $1 each.
Missed the Roxbury Pride cheerleading mask fundraiser earlier this year? Don't worry! Masks can still be purchased for $15, while supplies last. Click here to download the order form from our Virtual Backpack under the flyer section.
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Roxbury HS Football
Discount Card Fundraiser
Help support the Roxbury High School Football Team by purchasing Gaels Discount Cards for $20 and valid through August 2021! These cards not only support RHS Football but also supports our local businesses that support the Roxbury Football Program. To purchase your card, contact any RHS Football Player as door-to-door sales are not permitted this season. Cards can also be purchased by reaching out to Laurie Hills at 201-874-6985 or via email at roxburyfootball@yahoo.com.
Click here to view the Roxbury HS Football Gaels Discount Card flyer in our Virtual Backpack under the flyer section.
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Roxbury HS Ice Hockey
Shred Event - Oct 24
The Roxbury High School Ice Hockey Booster Association will be holding its annual fall shredding event-fundraiser on Saturday, October 24, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Eisenhower Middle School (47 Eyland Avenue, Succasunna)
The paper shredding drive helps the team offset the high costs of playing hockey and allows local residents to clear the clutter in their houses for the price of a donation to the team’s booster club. Click here to read more about this event from TAPinto Roxbury.
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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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Morris Knolls and Roxbury tie - Field hockey recap
Margaret Jancerek made 11 saves for Morris Knolls (1-0-1) and Kylie Roberts had three for Roxbury (0-0-1) in a scoreless tie. Click here to read this coverage from NJ.com.
Roxbury football preview, 2020:
Gaels look to get back on track
Click here to see NJ.com's preview of our 2020 Gaels Football team.
2020 Roxbury Gaels Preseason Football Preview
Click here for Morris Sussex Sports take on the 2020 Football season including Roxbury's staff, vitals, schedule, roster, and George Muha's take.
Disappointing Opener, But Roxbury is Playing Football
The Roxbury High School football team was crushed Friday night in its season opener, but there's a silver lining: In a year when COVID-19 has forced the cancelation of so many cherished activities, at least the Gaels got to play. The team will regroup after the 34-0 away-game swamping by West Morris Central and work hard for a win next Friday. That's when Roxbury gets to play on its refurbished field in the first home game of the year. Click here to read more from TAPinto Roxbury.
Roxbury Boys Soccer Wins First Game - Oct 5
The Roxbury High School boys soccer team on Monday won its first game of the season. Playing at home, the Gaels defeated Morris Knolls by a score of 2-0. Goals for Roxbury were made by senior Brandon Salmon and sophomore Gabe Rutenberg. Gaels goaltender Brandon Jachera, a junior, made five saves to secure the shut-out. Morris Knolls goalie Sam Babicz prevented eight Roxbury shots from finding the back of the net. Click here to read more from TAPinto Roxbury. Click here for additional game coverage from NJ.com.
Girls Soccer: Morris Knolls Defeats Roxbury, 1-0
Morris Knolls girls soccer netted one goal in the first period of its first home game of the season, shutting out Roxbury, 1-0, on Mon., Oct 5. Hayley Brookes earned one goal for the Lady Eagles, assisted by Meghan Ghilain. Morris Knolls goalie Megan Brady had two saves. Tori Peia had one save for Roxbury. Click here to read more from TAPinto.net. Click here for additional game coverage from NJ.com.
Roxbury's Soccer Teams Beat Sparta
Both the boys and the girls Roxbury High School soccer teams defeated their opponents from Sparta on Wednesday. Playing at home, the boys team remained undefeated with its 4-0 victory. Playing away, the girls won 2-1 in overtime, bringing their season record to 1-1. Click here to read more of this game coverage from TAPinto Roxbury. Click here to read the Boys soccer recap from NJ.com.
Girls Tennis: Morris Knolls Shuts Out Roxbury, 5-0
The Golden Eagles girls varsity tennis team faced Roxbury at home and won all five of their matches on Oct. 5 as follows:
- 1st Singles: Emily Egan defeated Sarah Zeldin 6-1, 6-1
- 2nd Singles: Nofar (Lily) Katzav defeated Alexa Wanamaker 6-0, 6-0
- 3rd Singles: Shaine Galon defeated Francesca Bindel 6-1, 6-1
- 1st Doubles: Shreya Joshi & Gabrielle Thomas defeated Julia Mayor & Heather Dittmar 6-0, 6-0;
- 2nd Doubles: Meredith Hardy & Heather Bailey defeated Gehad Moustafa & Skye Desjardins 6-0, 6-1.
Click here to read this coverage from TAPinto Denville.
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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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Help us fill in our Community Asset Map
As part of our initiative to maintain Sustainable Jersey for Schools certification, we 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 tribute.
A Big Turnout for Roxbury Paper Shredding Event
The Sept. 26 paper shredding event hosted by Roxbury Township saw more participation than any other in the past four years, said township Recycling Coordinator Kellie Ann Keyes. She said about 140 cars showed up at the Annual Shredding Day, which took place at the township Department of Public Works site in Kenvil.
She said more than 3,100 pounds of paper was shredded at the event. All will be taken to a special facility for processing, said Keyes, explaining that the paper is "milled and recycled as everyday paper products."
The township has scheduled more paper shredding events for May 15, 2021 and Sept. 18 2021. Click here to read more from TAPinto Roxbury.
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MUA’s Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off - Oct. 10
The Morris County Municipal Utilities Authority will hold a Household Hazardous Waste Disposal Day on Saturday, Oct. 10, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Chatham High School, 255 Lafayette Ave., Chatham. This is the final drop-off for the year.
Due to COVID-19 restrictions, 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.
The MCMUA is requesting patrons to 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. Please plan your visit accordingly.
Please visit www.MCMUA.com for additional updates regarding our Household Hazardous Waste and other programs as they are announced. Click here for information on acceptable items for drop-off. These events are for residential household waste. Businesses are not permitted to attend these disposal events. Businesses can visit the permanent facility in Mount Olive by appointment only.
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Roxbury Clean Community Clean Up Day - Oct 24
After postponing last spring’s Roxbury Community Clean Up Day due to COVID-19, we are encouraging residents to help beautify our community on Saturday, October 24, 2020 beginning at 9:00 a.m., commencing at the DPW office located at 96 N. Dell Avenue, Kenvil, NJ (locations will be assigned). “Under the reign of COVID-19 our voluntary spring cleanup was cancelled so litter has been accumulating and growing undisturbed throughout town and it’s starting to show” commented Kellie Ann Keyes, Clean Communities Coordinator
Our cleanup day is socially-distanced, self-guided volunteer opportunity for individuals, residents, businesses and groups to work together to help clean up parks, trails, woodlands, roadsides, neighborhoods and waterways. The event is a great way to spend time outdoors, to pick up litter before it is covered with leaves and snow, stopping the debris from ending up in storm drains and waterways.
The day will start at 9:00 a.m. with *assignments and instructions. Assignments are given according to age and safety. Bags, gloves, vests, litter grabbers (while supplies last) and water to refill your re-useable water bottle will be provided. A free face covering will be offered (while supplies last). Most cleanups run for approximately two hours. *Travel may be necessary for certain locations assigned. Volunteers must sign a waiver to participate. Volunteers of all ages are encouraged to sign up for this event! Volunteer for Community Service hours! To register, email keyesk@roxburynj.us or call 973-448-2053 for additional information. Mini-grants available for nonprofit organizations (first come, first serve basis). Pre-registration is required. Suggested areas for litter removal are also welcome. |
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Roxbury Environmental Commission warns of Spotted Lanternfly dangers
It's another tree ravaging gift from Asia, and local officials say it has been spotted in the township. It's the Spotted Lanternfly, and the township's Environmental Commission is advising residents to be wary.
"The spotted Lanternfly has been seen in some sections in Roxbury. The Roxbury Environmental Commission wants to make residents aware of its presence in the Township and directions on how to report," Environmental Commission Chair Jacqueline Vitiello said in an e-mail on Oct. 4.
"The Spotted Lanternfly lays its eggs in the fall, so now is a good time for residents to be aware and take steps to prevent its spread," she said. According to Wikipedia, the spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula) is a plant hopper that is indigenous to parts of northern China, Taiwan, and Vietnam, and has spread invasively to Japan, South Korea, and the United States. Although it has two pairs of wings, it jumps more than it flies. Its host plants include grapes, stone fruits, and Malus species, although its preferred host is Ailanthus altissima (Chinese sumac or tree of heaven).
According to Vitiello, if a resident spots a Spotted Lanternfly, they should take a picture with a GPS function on on the Smartphone or camera of any life stage, including egg masses. Those pictures should be submitted to SLF-plantindustry@ag.nj.gov. Specimens of any life stage can be turned in to the NJ Department of Agriculture’s lab for verification. Egg masses should be scrapped off trees and double bagged and thrown away. If a picture can't be taken, call the NJ Spotted Lanternfly Hotline at 1-833-223-2840 (BADBUG0). Click here for more detailed information with pictures and to learn how to set traps. Click here to read more about these bad bugs from the Roxbury Register.
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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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Virtual Backpack!
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:
10/12/2020 - Regular Meeting (Hybrid Meeting / @ RHS)
11/23/2020 - Regular Meeting
12/14/2020 - Regular Meeting
01/04/2021 - Reorganization Meeting
Location:
Lincoln/Roosevelt Auditorium, 34 N. Hillside Ave., Succasunna, NJ (unless indicated otherwise)
Time:
7:30 p.m. (unless indicated otherwise)
View the Meeting Dates, Agendas, and Minutes here!
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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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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 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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Coming to Roxbury on Election Day 2020: Polling Sites Without Voting Machines
Roxbury will have two polling locations on Election Day, but voting machines won't be there. The machines are among the many things erased from normal life in 2020 due to fear of spreading the coronavirus responsible for COVID-19. The Election Day polling places-one at Roxbury Town Hall on Route 46 in Ledgewood and another at the Roxbury Senior Center at Horseshoe Lake Park in Succasunna - will be open Election Day but only for dropping off completed ballots, said Roxbury Mayor Bob DeFillippo.
He said all registered voters should receive those ballots by mail no later than Oct. 5. Voters do not have to wait until Election Day to submit their ballots and officials are encouraging voters to vote early. "Ballots may be returned by U.S. mail or dropped at the 10 Morris County ballot boxes located throughout the county, DeFillippo said. One of those 10 boxes will be situated in Roxbury Town Hall.
"While we encourage all voters to either return their ballot by U.S. mail or a drop-off box, residents who desire to vote in person will receive a post card that indicates their polling location (either Town Hall or the Senior Center), said the mayor.
The polling location for those who want to wait until Election Day to cast their ballots will be based on a voter's ward and district. All voters in Roxbury Ward 1 are assigned the polling place at Town Hall, as are voters in Ward 3 Districts 1 and 6.
All other voters are assigned to the Senior Center polling site, according to the county. The two sites will be open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Election Day for ballot drop-off. Click here to read more about the upcoming elections from TAPinto Roxbury. Click here for more election information from the Morris County Elections Center.
Click here to find out Key 2020 Voting Deadlines In New Jersey as reported in Patch.com.
Click here to have your election questions answered by Morris County Clerk Ann Grossi from TAPinto.net.
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Morristown League of Women Voters plans meetings on 2020 voting
The League of Women Voters of the Morristown Area has launched its October Membership Drive “Launching our Vision for the Next Hundred Years." Included in the drive will be four free Zoom webinars addressing questions about voting in 2020.
The first webinar will contain a presentation on the mechanics of voting in 2020, and the entire Vote By Mail process. The other three webinars will each feature ways the league informs and supports voters with three separate panels of speakers who are leaders in their fields. There will be ample time for audience questions.
- Wednesday, Oct. 14, at noon. The impact of COVID on Women and Families
- Thursday, Oct. 22 at 7:30 p.m. How the Census affects equity and social justice issues
- Friday, Oct. 30, at 11 a.m. Protecting your vote.
For information contact lwvmorrisarea@gmail.com with the words “Membership Webinars” in the subject line. Registration for one or all of these free webinars is available on the website at LWVMorrisArea.org. Click here to read this coverage in NewJerseyHills.com.
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NJ families can get money to help with child care during remote learning. Here's how to apply
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 will be available through Dec. 30 for eligible residents with children 5 to 13 years old. 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. Click here to read more about this from the Daily Record. Information regarding this program can also be found in our Virtual Backpack flyer section.
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2020 Virtual Lake Loop Challenge - Bike, Run, Paddle
Join the challenge October 1-11 Register today!
As a result of the current COVID-19 pandemic, the Lake Hopatcong Foundation's annual Lake Loop bike, run, paddle has been reimagined as the Virtual Lake Loop Challenge!
Lake Loop will still celebrate Lake Hopatcong as a recreational resource, only now we will come together virtually, with a goal of getting active for 2,020 hours and raising $60,000 to support the lake environment and enhance the lake experience for all.
Let's challenge ourselves, cheer each other on, support New Jersey's largest lake, and put "2020" behind us! Click here for more information and to register now!
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BSA Troop 188
(Landing-Mt. Arlington)
Used Clothing Drive
Deadline Oct 9th
We are accepting:
- Wearable/usable clothing
(men's, woman's and children's)
- Shoes, belts, and handbags
- Linens (bedding, curtains and towels)
- Stuffed animals, clean please, no stains
- Hard small toys (2 feet or less in size)
- Bicycles in working order
Please bag shoes separately. Bag all items into white, 13 gallon plastic, tied bags. We will not be accepting: any sports equipment, no board games, books, puzzle, pots and pans. No electrical devises or glass. No large toys or any baby equipment.
Items may be drooped off at 22 McGregor Avenue in Mount Arlington. Please place bags of items on the tarp in the driveway. We will be collecting until October 9, 2020. Thank you for your support in this fundraising event. Any questions, please contact Debbie Devery (Clothing Drive Coordinator) at 973-960-3036. Click here to read about this event from Hopatcong Lake Regional News.
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Roxbury Rotary
Annual Fruit and Pie Sale
It’s time for Roxbury Rotary's fruit and pie sale again, this year with fruits and pies arriving on the Saturday before Thanksgiving. These are the proceeds that allow Roxbury Rotary to fund things like Roxbury High School scholarships every year, driving lessons for high school students who really can’t afford them, Social Services, Roxbury Clergy Council, and many more.
If you would like to buy anything, contact Steve Alford on Facebook or print off the slips and mail in the order or Venmo Steve Alford at @steven-alford-3.
You can also purchase items to be donated in your name to Roxbury Social Services to be distributed to hose families in need for Thanksgiving. Click here to access these forms in our Virtual Backpack.
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Roxbury Area Elks Club Plans Pre-Halloween Concert on October 25
The Lake Hopatcong Elks is hosting a pre-Halloween fundraiser concert featuring four bands that will play live at its site on Mount Arlington Boulevard. The Oct. 24 concert, titled "Monsters of Rock," will feature performances by Hopatcong Sound Machine, Road Machine, Sixx Seconds to Mars (Mötley Crüe tribute) and Obey Your Master (Metallica tribute), said the Elks in a press release. It said the show will run from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. The show will take place outside and will observe social distancing protocols, according to the Elks. "As well as the live music, we will be holding a a 50/50 raffle and there will be a fancy dress contest for those who come dressed as 80s rockers, which is sure to be great fun," said the organization. Tickets will be $10 in advance or $15 at the door. More information is available by calling (201) 230-2596. Click here to read more about this event from TAPinto Roxbury.
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Roxbury Recreation - Virtual Costume Contest
Start planning your costumes for Roxbury Recreation's Virtual Costume Contest. They will pick three finalists. The winners will be decided by a vote on their Facebook page!
Prizes will be awarded for Best Family, Most Original, and Scariest Costume.
To enter a submission, post your photo on Instagram and tag @RoxRecreation. Deadline for submissions is 4 p.m. on October 28th with voting beginning October 29th. Prizes generously donated by Cliff's Ice Cream in Ledgewood. Click here to view this flyer in our Virtual Backpack under 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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