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To Our Thomas Jefferson School Families,
As we conclude October, we are rapidly approaching the end of Marking Period One. November 10th will be the final day of the marking period - time flies! Students should ensure that they have submitted all their work. Teachers are always available to answer questions on assignments and content.
October included the following weeks: Respect, Fire Prevention, School Violence Awareness, and Red Ribbon. Students showed a tremendous level of participation in our themed attire days, and numerous lessons accompanied these important topics.
This past month also included a highly successful Talent Show, with eighteen (21) student acts showing their confidence, showmanship, and abilities by performing in front of a highly supportive and well-attended crowd. Their acts were nothing short of impressive!
Halloween was celebrated with students attending school in various creative costumes. Fourth-grade and fifth-grade students joined Lincoln School for a parade, and grades 6-8 had the traditional Halloween Dance with seventh-grade ELA teacher Mr. Leahey as the DJ! This year, we added a well-attended, fun after-school 4th- and 5th-grade dance that students loved!
On two dates in mid-October, band and chorus members practiced with middle school students from other sending districts and high school students from Morris Hills and Morris Knolls. Concerts were held at the end, with students performing the music they had learned throughout the day.
The 8th grade had a wonderful Murder Mystery Authentic Performance Task on 10/31. Teachers decorated the gym, and in accordance with the Mystery Genre Unit in ELA, students spent the day interacting, critically thinking, and analyzing, all while having fun in a unique learning environment! The 8th grade also attended the Poe Theater field trip the day before, on 10/30.
Our fall sports, including Cross Country, Girls Soccer, and Boys Soccer, recently concluded their seasons. Our student athletes competed rigorously and made the RAMS nation proud! Our Athletic Coordinator, Mr. Onischuk, will provide more details later in the next newsletter.
Upcoming Events
- Veterans Day - celebrated at school on Monday, November 11th. Wear Red, White, or Blue! Students will also be writing letters to Veterans to honor their service to our country.
- Teachers Convention November 6-7. School is not in session these days.
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Parent Conference Days - November 21, 24, 25. These days will be half days with a 12:45 dismissal. These conferences are designed to discuss your child’s progress. Teachers will reach out to families should they see any potential concerns to schedule a meeting. Also, families are encouraged to communicate with teachers and request a meeting at any point in the school year to discuss their child.
- Thanksgiving Break - There will be a half day on Wednesday, November 26th(also a 12:45 dismissal) and school will not be in session for the remainder of the week.
Thank you all for partnering with our school and staff to benefit each child! Please reach out with any questions.
Leon Samuels
Principal
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