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A Message From the CEO/CFO |
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Dear Archway Family,
We are pleased to announce that all Archway Programs are back to business as usual with a full schedule of activities planned for the upcoming year.
Students and staff in our schools are happy to be resuming their daily routines and getting back to a new normal that includes precautions to maintain a safe and healthy environment for everyone.
Where we are and what we are doing:
Archway has a 75% employee vaccination rate, and the remainder of our employees are being tested weekly until they are vaccinated.
We are following CDC, state, and county health department recommendations to continue to minimize the risk of infection or transmission by enforcing recommended protocols that include the following: hand-sanitation stations; encouraging frequent hand washing; wearing masks for all students, staff, and teachers; and maintaining safe social distancing of a minimum of 6 feet.
Although there have been many changes over the past year and a half, our commitment to our students, consumers, staff, and our community remains our highest priority. We want to thank all our staff, parents, students, and consumers for their continued support and dedication. We are all in this together, and together we will get through it and continue to prosper.
Sincerely,
George Richards
CEO/CFO
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The Upper School started the 2021-2022 school year with approximately 120 students and 80 staff members. They have 19 classrooms in total this year, with students ranging in age from 5 through 21. The school continues to utilize a behavior modification system, where frequent rewards and activities will occur as the year progresses. Older students will continue to work through our Careers Program, accessing both on and off campus SLEs (structured learning experiences.)
Recently, staff participated in a 2-day training, prior to the students arriving for the new school year. On the first day, there were 5 trainings conducted, focusing on: COVID questions/updates, CPI (verbal de-escalation techniques), i-Ready assessments, policy/procedures review, and transgender students in NJ.
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The Lower School started off the new school year eager to get back to their routine. They are all looking forward to a great new school year, and as you see in their smiling eyes, they are happy to be together again. |
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Staff member Camille E. with Cameron H. |
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Staff member Taylor M. with Zyon B. |
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The Archway School at Cooper’s Poynt had a great first day of school! Mr. Dave’s, Miss Bridget’s, and Miss Dasia’s class started the school year off with lots of fun work! Everyone was excited to be back, and there were lots of smiles and cool poses all around. What a great start to a new school year! |
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Just Kids Program Gets a Facebook Page |
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The Just Kids program is excited to announce its own Facebook page! The page will feature all the latest news related to the Just Kids Program as well as helpful information for parents and staff. If you haven’t done so already, please take a moment to like and share their page: https://www.facebook.com/ArchwayJustKids
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Blue Violet Flowers and Gifts Has a New Team! |
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Blue Violet Flowers and Gifts is under new management, and we want to introduce you to the new team!
Our talented new manager, Tricia, is an experienced floral designer with excellent managerial skills that are complementary to our mission. Bonnie, also a floral designer, will be working closely with Tricia and the rest of the team to create fresh new floral designs for our customers. Carissa, the flower shop assistant, and also an ACT consumer, is an essential part of the team. She provides various services throughout the store, and she is often the voice on the other end of the line when you call. Stephanie is our new cashier and delivery driver. She provides us with the ability to offer our customers courteous local delivery, and she is the team member most likely to assist you with your purchases at the register.
They are all excited to be a part of growing the business and maintaining our commitment to the community. If you would like to show your support of Blue Violet Flowers and Gifts, please share our website with your friends and family: https://bluevioletflowers.org/. |
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Left to right: Carissa, Shop Assistant; Stephanie, Cashier/Driver; Tricia, Shop Manager/Floral Designer; Bonnie, Floral Designer |
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Left to right: Bonnie, Floral Designer; Tricia, Shop Manager/Floral Designer; Stephanie, Cashier/Driver |
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Left to right: Carissa, Shop Assistant; Tricia, Shop Manager/Floral Designer |
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Archway Program Purchases Digital Speed Signs |
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While driving along Jackson Road, right before Archway School, you may have noticed two new additions to the existing signage. As part of our continued commitment to the safety of our children, consumers, and staff, Archway purchased two digital radar speed signs. The signs are mounted below the existing speed limit signs and are visible from both directions approaching Archway School. The signs provide a speed check reminding drivers of the 25-mph speed limit in a school zone. We are optimistic that the visual reminder will encourage drivers to let off the gas and slow down while passing through. |
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ACT Program Fun & Games Day 2021 |
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The ACT Program had a Fun & Games Day in August. It was a beautiful opportunity to get outdoors and enjoy a mild summer day! Some of the outdoor activities included frisbee, whiffle ball, football toss, and sidewalk art. |
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Fun Day 2021 at the Upper School, Lower School and Cooper's Poynt |
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Wow! What a great summer Fun Day! This was the closest to a normal school experience in over a year! Thank you to all the staff for providing a safe and nurturing environment and for teaching our students through fun and exciting activities. See below for a few photo highlights of our exciting day! |
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2021 Olympics Opening Ceremony & Games |
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Congratulations to all the participants in the 2021 Summer Olympic Games! Athletes and staff paraded through the Atco campus carrying the Olympic torch signifying the start of the games. Noah regaled us with the National Anthem, not leaving a dry eye in the crowd. Once the games began, not only did the students perform superbly, but they also showed off their creative skills with the team names they chose and the team t-shirts they designed. They showed the world what true teamwork can accomplish, and they reminded us that hard work does pay off! We are Archway Proud of every one of them! |
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Mr. John, our Lower School principal, looks on as Noah sings the National Anthem at the start of the Olympic Games. |
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Cooper's Poynt Medal Winner |
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Upper School Medal Winner |
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Upper School Medal Winner |
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Lower School Opening Ceremony |
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ACT staff and consumers had a great time during our Water Activity Day. The August heat was no match for streams of cool water and bursting water balloons! The clients had a blast playing water balloon baseball, shooting water at targets, and eventually turning the cool spray on each other! The day culminated with a BBQ with Mr. Ron from the Upper School at the heated helm cooking delicious food for everyone. What an exciting way to spend the day with friends. |
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Direct Support Professionals Honored |
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Archway honored our Direct Support Staff during Direct Support Professional Recognition Week (September 12-18, 2021). Although we only highlighted a few staff members on Facebook, we appreciate all the hard work and dedication of our Direct Support Professionals. We would like to extend our appreciation and thanks to all of you. You bring joy into the lives of those you serve, and we appreciate you and your hard work. |
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Would you like a job that makes a difference in the lives of others and your community? Do you want a job you can feel good about? Archway Programs might have the perfect job for you! We are currently hiring across many of our programs, and we have part-time and full-time positions available right now!
Archway offers competitive wages, flexible hours, and access to a 401k plan.
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Help Support Archway Programs |
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Support Archway when you shop Amazon during the upcoming holiday season. Shop at http://smile.amazon.com/ch/22-2401037 and Amazon Smile! If you’re not sure how to use Amazon Smile go to Smile.Amazon.com, log in to your account and select ‘Archway Programs, Inc. For every purchase you make, Archway will receive a percentage at no cost to you.
When using the Amazon app on your mobile phone, open the Amazon app, on the main menu tap on settings, select AmazonSmile, then choose or type in Archway Programs Inc. Follow the on-screen instructions to turn on AmazonSmile.
Thank you for your support!
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Around the Woods World News |
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Legacy Golf at UL National |
Join the Legacy Foundation for their Legacy Golf Classic on October 12, 2021, at The Union League National Golf Club in Cape May, NJ.
Although all the golf spots are sold out, you can still show your support by donating, buying ad space, or participating in their silent auction. Show your support by visiting the Legacy Golf Classic event page and donate or a make a purchase.
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Project Grow Program Supports Local Food Banks |
As of the beginning of September, Project Grow, Allies’ horticultural therapy program for people with developmental disabilities and special needs, donated 702 pounds of delicious produce to the Mercer Street Friends Food Bank in Ewing Township in 2021. Project Grow is one of the only donors that offers fresh produce to local food banks. |
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Sharing COVID-19 Updates with Our Families |
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A reminder that any COVID-19 related program updates can be found on our website at www.archwayprograms.org/covid19. This page will be updated frequently and will include our organization wide Re-Opening Plan, in addition to helpful resources for families served throughout Archway.
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Kelly Ann Jones: Communications Coordinator |
Kelly recently joined the Archway team as the new Communications Coordinator. She has a BS in Communication: Integrated Marketing, and she has an extensive background in graphic design, web design, marketing, and photography. If you have news or information you would like to see in the next issue of The Bridge, please contact Kelly by phone: 856.767.5757 ext. 242 or by email: [email protected]. |
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We always have a lot of fun and exciting things happening at Archway Programs! Make sure to stay connected and follow @ArchwayPrograms on social media for all of the latest news and events! |
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