Lunar New Year is this Saturday, February 10th. As part of honoring the day, I asked our town DEIB committee to share some resources with our teachers, and they did such a great job that I want to also extend their compiled resources to the larger community for families to use. We are grateful for the DEIB Committee's mission of ensuring that all residents of Cresskill feel belonging and celebrated!
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fjXpUERpHZAX5Tk6h1PakeviHWo6__QmYMu7hmNEjbU/edit?usp=drive_web
Look at the Fourth graders in action as they use pattern blocks to understand wholes and fractions. Did you know that if we use a hexagon as one whole, then a trapezoid is 1/2, a rhombus is 1/3, and an equilateral triangle a 1/6? 🤔💭
This month of recognition and celebration pays tribute to the past, present, and future leaders. Merritt Memorial is proud to celebrate Black History Month! ❤️💛💚 Take a look at some of our displays we have up around the building!
Black History Month is in full swing in Cresskill, and we are so grateful to our educators and students that have been planning the month of activities and lessons. This gem of a bulletin board says it all!
Excellent News! According to our Kindergarteners at EHB, the groundhog will not see his shadow - leading to an EARLY SPRING!
Please note that the 2024-2025 School Calendar has been released. However, the Thanksgiving Break was placed in the wrong week. We will be making the correction and post an updated calendar.
Exciting news! Our bill in the NJ Senate, S1892, was passed by the State Senate and signed into law by Governor Murphy. School districts going forward that are impacted by natural disasters will no longer have to wait to borrow funds to rebuild. They can instead get approval by the Commissioner of Education to begin rebuilding sooner. We will be sending thank you letters to the politicians that helped pass this important legislation. You can read our thank you letter here: https://shorturl.at/gtXY1
I am seeking multi-lingual parents to help make a presentation on February 13th as part of my next Coffee with the Superintendent. If you have time that evening and would like to help present in a language other than English, please sign up here: https://forms.gle/FrxVLRnfZz8mAeSVA
This is a reminder that we have a board of education meeting tomorrow, January 22nd at 7 pm. Additionally, the board will be touring the high school facility at 6 pm. The public is welcome to join us at both events.
Cresskill will have a NORMAL school day today. The anticipated snow seems to be consistent this afternoon, indicating that an early dismissal would not ensure greater safety. However, please take your time this afternoon and watch for students as you approach the schools due to the potential for reduced visibility. Let's have a safe day!
We are currently on a full day schedule for tomorrow, Friday, January 19th. We will be evaluating weather in the morning and send any notification after 6 am. Please be reminded that our voice messaging may be delayed and we recommend downloading and installing the phone app and setting your notifications to be on.
Due to the anticipated icy conditions, Cresskill School District will be on a delayed opening schedule.
Just a quick reminder that the Virtual Coffee with the Superintendent begins at 7:00. Grab a cocoa, tea, or coffee and come learn about our programs from the comfort of your home. Link: http://meet.google.com/gxi-rcbi-rsz
Tonight is a Virtual Coffee with the Superintendent at 7 PM. The topic is "Supporting All Students" and will discuss our philosophy of student support and the many ways help is provided when students struggle. We will also review the variety of programs for general education classrooms, special education classrooms, and other ways we support the whole child socially and emotionally. All parents are invited! Link: http://meet.google.com/gxi-rcbi-rsz
We are remaining on a DELAYED OPENING SCHEDULE. Please allow for extra travel time to ensure safety. We are thankful to our custodians and DPW for their work in clearing the snow to allow for opening.
In Cresskill, we believe in giving every student what they need, when they need it. Dr. Amato and Dr. Hughes will be hosting a Virtual Coffee on Tuesday, January 16th at 7 PM. This parent night will discuss the many programs in place to help when children struggle or face life challenges. This program is designed for all parents and not just those with children in special education. Link: meet.google.com/gxi-rcbi-rsz
Thanks to an amazing effort of our custodial crew and their management of the water, we will be ready to welcome our students back after the delayed opening. The parking lots are clear of water. Have a safe trip this morn
Please be advised that Cresskill Public Schools will be on a delayed opening schedule tomorrow, January 10th. Please refer to your email or school website for the schedule.
Due to the expected rain tomorrow and the Governor calling a State of Emergency, all afterschool activities and athletic events will be canceled tomorrow evening and the buildings will be closed promptly at 4:00 pm. Please stay safe everyone!
To start 2024 on the right foot, our fourth graders spent some thinking about what their word of the year would be! This word is something they each want to focus on throughout the year! What would your word for 2024 be?
