540 Washington Avenue           Kenilworth, NJ 07033
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 908-276-7220    fax 908-709-1103
December 2, 2021

Dear Parents,

It’s that time of year again! No matter how organized or “ahead of the game” we may be, there never seems to be enough time to do everything that needs to get done. Shopping, baking cookies, wrapping presents, hanging decorations, and much, much more are all part of our Christmas preparations, but these activities can become stressful and chaotic, easily distracting us from what Christmas is really all about. Aware of this reality, the Catholic Church gifts us with a four-week period, called Advent, which helps us prepare for the birth of the Christ Child. It’s important that we step back from time to time and take another look at who we are, and what we’re doing. It’s for that reason that the Church invites us, at this busy time of year, to stop and experience a time like Advent so we really can step back and reconsider where we are, and where God is in our lives. May this Advent be a time of grace for you and your families.

LUNCH
Some of you may have heard that we had lunch in our classrooms this week. There was nothing wrong, but out of an abundance of caution after the Thanksgiving holiday, I thought it best to limit the time classes could mingle with each other indoors without masks, as in the cafeteria. We will do the same thing the week after Christmas vacation.

CONTACT INFORMATION
With cold weather upon us I would ask you to make sure we have all of your current contact information in our system (SMART, Brightwheel and/or Power School). We are in the process of getting an Instant Messenger System that will interface with Power School, but in the meantime, in case of inclement weather, please check your emails.

TOYS FOR TOTS
We are once again participating in the Toys for Tots program. If you would like to participate, you can bring new toys to school (or send them in with your child) by Tuesday, December 8. We will then send them to the Kenilworth Fire Department which is a drop-off location for the program.
 
NOON DISMISSAL/TAG DAY
Tomorrow, December 3, we will have a noon dismissal. The 8^th grade will also be sponsoring a Tag Day. Anyone wishing to wear their own clothes may pay $1 to do so. (No pretzels tomorrow!)

PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT
Christmas is full of surprises for young (and not so young) children. Help surprise your child by participating in Parents’ Night Out, December 3, from 5:30pm-8:00pm. You can sign up on our website. If you can’t make it to decorate Friday night, don’t worry, you’ll have the chance to “undecorate” the school in January!

PICTURES WITH SANTA
Santa will be here on Sunday, December 5, to have his picture taken with your child! Avoid the crowds and help our Food Pantry at the same time Families must be pre-registered to participate.

SANTA HAT DAY
All students are invited to wear their Santa Hats to school on Monday, December 6, Feast of St. Nicholas. This is not a Tag Day; regular (or PE) uniform is to be worn with the Santa Hat.

REPORT CARDS
Your child’s report card will be available on Power School on Tuesday, December 7. PK 4 children will receive a paper report card on that day; PK 3 students do not receive report cards.

PARENT CONFERENCES
Friday, December 10, from 8:00AM – Noon, is reserved for parent conferences. Those parents who would like to meet with their child’s teacher are asked to contact the teacher to set up an appointment. To facilitate these meetings, there is NO SCHOOL for students that day.

COVID VACCINE
If your child is fully vaccinated, please send documentation to our Health Office. We encourage parents to share that information with us. It does make a difference in the self-quarantining guidelines.

TRAVEL POLICY
Please keep our quarantining policy handy as you plan for Christmas. While it may be inconvenient, our protocol is meant to keep everyone healthy and safe. Thank you for your cooperation.
Domestic and international travelers who are not fully vaccinated should get tested with a viral test 3-5 days after travel AND stay home and self-quarantine for a full 7 days after travel, even if they test negative. If testing is not completed post-travel, individuals should self-quarantine for 10 days. International travelers who are fully vaccinated should also get tested with a viral test 3-5 days after travel, self-monitor for symptoms, and isolate and get tested if symptoms develop. For those traveling to/from New Jersey, domestic travel is defined as lasting 24 hours or longer to states or U.S. territories other than those connected to New Jersey, such as Pennsylvania, New York, and Delaware.

Have a wonderful weekend!
God bless! 


Sr. Marisa DeRose, FMA
Principal

      
    540 Washington Avenue           Kenilworth, NJ 07033
    908-276-7220    fax 908-709-1103

                                                                                                                                                                                                             November 18, 2021
Dear Parents,
This is the last “regular” Thursday folder before Thanksgiving. As I count my blessings this year, please know that you and your families are high on my list of people I thank God for! May you have a blessed Thanksgiving.

PIZZA LUNCH
Tomorrow, November 19, we will have our first pizza lunch of the year. To plan appropriately, orders were due yesterday. We cannot accept “walk ins” at this time.

DISMISSAL
While we are working to revise our dismissal times and procedures, you can help keep everyone safe: please do not allow your children to play in the parking lot. Children have been playing basketball, running in between cars, and crossing in front of moving cars. I am sure that you would not allow your children to run through the Acme parking lot, please use the same caution here at STS.

COVID VACCINE
If your child is fully vaccinated, please send documentation to our Health Office. We encourage parents to share that information with us. It does make a difference in the self-quarantining guidelines.

A REMINDER
I haven’t said this for a few weeks, but with Thanksgiving upon us…
Domestic and international travelers who are not fully vaccinated should get tested with a viral test 3-5 days after travel AND stay home and self-quarantine for a full 7 days after travel, even if they test negative. If testing is not completed post-travel, individuals should self-quarantine for 10 days. International travelers who are fully vaccinated should also get tested with a viral test 3-5 days after travel, self-monitor for symptoms, and isolate and get tested if symptoms develop. For those traveling to/from New Jersey, domestic travel is defined as lasting 24 hours or longer to states or U.S. territories other than those connected to New Jersey, such as Pennsylvania, New York, and Delaware.

TOYS FOR TOTS
We will once again be participating in the Toys for Tots program. If you would like to participate, you can bring new toys to school (or send them in with your child) December 1-8. We will then send them to the Kenilworth Fire Department which is a drop-off location for the program.
 
PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT
Christmas is full of surprises for young (and not so young) children. Help surprise your child by participating in Parents’ Night Out, December 3, from 5:30pm-8:00pm. Please see the attached flyer for more information and to sign-up.

PICTURES WITH SANTA
Santa will be here on Sunday, December 5, to have his picture taken with your child! Avoid the crowds and help our Food Pantry at the same time You can find more information and sign-up on our website. Families must be pre-registered to participate.

SANTA HAT DAY
All students are invited to wear their Santa Hats to school on Monday, December 6, Feast of St. Nicholas. This is not a Tag Day; regular (or PE) uniform is to be worn with the Santa Hat.

DECEMBER CALENDAR
The December calendar is included in this week’s mailing.

Have a wonderful weekend!
God bless! 


Sr. Marisa DeRose, FMA
Principal
 

                 
    540 Washington Avenue           Kenilworth, NJ 07033
    908-276-7220    fax 908-709-1103

                                                                                                                                                                                                             November 4, 2021

Dear Parents,
This month we are working on gratitude. The children are being encouraged to make a list of all the people and things they are grateful for. Wouldn’t it be great if each one of us also made our own Thank You List and shared it with our children!

TRUNK OR TREAT

Thank you to our HSA officers and their volunteers for a great indoor Trunk or Treat event! Special thanks also to those families who decorated their “trunks”. The rain couldn’t stop us from enjoying our STS community spirit!

MIDDLE STATES VISIT
Our Middle States Re-Accreditation Team had a wonderful visit with us. Thank you to all of you who participated in one way or another. We will receive a preliminary report this Friday, but during our last session with the Team, they shared their impressions of St. Theresa School. Among other things, they found STS to be a family who welcomes and cares for one another. They found that the students are challenged both academically and spiritually, that responsibility and service to others is an integral part of our education. They also found that we do not brag enough about the good things we do here, and that we have the BEST TEACHERS ever!

HALF DAY

TOMORROW – Friday, November 5 - Noon Dismissal.
PK 3 will be dismissed at 11:50.
PK4 & K will be dismissed at 11:55.
There is After Care for registered students, but it is a long afternoon for those who stay, which makes play dates or time with family perfect “half day” activities.

PRETZEL / TAG DAY
Tomorrow, November 5, is a “Pretzel/Tag Day” to benefit our sports program. There is a special “Middle States Discount” this month and Pretzel/Tag Day is only $2. You can send in your money tomorrow morning if you would like a tag day and a pretzel.

HIGH SCHOOL PLACEMENT EXAM
Tomorrow, November 5, our 8^th Graders will be sitting for the HSPT (High School Placement Test). We wish them luck tomorrow and in the coming months as they search for and choose the high school that will be best for them and will provide them the opportunity to continue the good work they have begun here at STS.

CONFIRMATION

Congratulations to our 8^th graders who will be receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation on Saturday, November 6.

LIL’ STALLION DAY CARE
Our Day Care is in need of part-time Caregivers. If you, or someone you know, would be interested, please call Sr. Isabel at the School. Hours and days are flexible.

PIZZA LUNCH
Several parents have asked about the possibility of re-introducing our hot lunch program, even if only once a month. We are pleased that these same parents have offered to volunteer and/or find volunteers to assist in the cafeteria at lunch time. On Friday, November 19, we will have pizza lunch available for any student who would like to purchase it. We will send a flyer with more information next week. If you’d like to volunteer in the future, please let us know.


Have a wonderful weekend!
God bless! 


Sr. Marisa DeRose, FMA
Principal

       
    540 Washington Avenue           Kenilworth, NJ 07033
           908-276-7220    fax 908-709-1103
October 21, 2021

Dear Parents,

Progress Reports are being distributed electronically today by the classroom teachers. Please let the teacher know you’ve received the email, and if you would like to, schedule an appointment to discuss your child’s progress with his/her teacher(s).

PUMPKIN SALE
The “great pumpkin sale” will take place tomorrow on the school’s front lawn. Children will be allowed to purchase a pumpkin for $3.

TRUNK OR TREAT
Our HSA will once again sponsor a Trunk or Treat event on Friday, October 29. Our youngest children will be admitted early, at 6:00 pm, with general admission at 7:00pm. Volunteers are needed to ensure we can have this event, and to make it a great success. More information is on our website.

FAMILY TWILIGHT ROSARY

Weather permitting, our 5^th graders will be leading us in our Family Twilight Rosary on Wednesday, October 27, at 7:00 pm. Please join us on the front lawn of the school and honor Mary as a family during this month of the Rosary.

COAT DRIVE
Our Student Council and National Junior Honor Society have teamed up to sponsor a coat drive to benefit Mercy House. Coats in good condition and donations of new hats, gloves, and scarves must be in by October 29.

BASKETBALL REGISTRATION
The deadline for submitting basketball registrations for grades 5-8 is Wednesday, October 27. If you plan on playing, please register. This is the time when we have to decide how many teams we will be able to have for the upcoming season. I have attached the registration packet to this letter for your convenience.

MIDDLE STATES VISIT
As noted on the calendar, we will be undergoing our Middle States Re-Accreditation, November 1-3. Traditionally, this is a 3-day onsite visit by 3 or 4 Educators who review the school’s self-study and evaluate the school based on several standards. This year’s visit will be completely virtual. Some of the areas being reviewed are School Governance, Finance, Facilities, Academics, Student Activities, and Student Services. The Accreditation Team will also take a look at our Action Plan which sets goals and objectives that will carry us forward for the next 5 years. You have already been part of the process by responding to surveys that were sent out (back in 2019), and some of you may be asked to participate in virtual meetings with members of the Team. More information is coming…

PARKING LOT WOES (Reprinted from October 14)
We have gotten better, but there’s still some room for improvement!

For everyone’s safety, please use extreme caution in the school parking lot, and follow arrival and dismissal procedures. We have already had one accident, and several near misses. Cars should use the entrance on 22^nd Street, arriving no earlier than 2:20pm. Please pull into a designated parking spot to allow children to either enter or exit the vehicle; there should be no dropping off or picking up from the “through lanes”. Nor should cars cut across lanes to get out of the parking lot faster. Parents are strongly encouraged to ensure their children are not running or playing in the parking lot at dismissal time. I have asked the HSA to work with me in assessing the situation and making possible recommendations. If anyone would like to assist in this endeavor, please email me.
 

AT THE RISK OF SOUNDING LIKE A BROKEN RECORD….
With the holidays quickly approaching, please keep St. Theresa School quarantining policy in mind. This policy is based on CDC guidelines and the document, The Road Forward (Guidance Document for all NJ schools).

Domestic and international travelers who are not fully vaccinated should get tested with a viral test 3-5 days after travel AND stay home and self-quarantine for a full 7 days after travel, even if they test negative. If testing is not completed post-travel, individuals should self-quarantine for 10 days. International travelers who are fully vaccinated should also get tested with a viral test 3-5 days after travel, self-monitor for symptoms, and isolate and get tested if symptoms develop. For those traveling to/from New Jersey, domestic travel is defined as lasting 24 hours or longer to states or U.S. territories other than those connected to New Jersey, such as Pennsylvania, New York, and Delaware.
Just as a reminder, we have always asked parents not to take students out of school for family vacations.

COMING UP
The November calendar is being distributed with this letter. Please consult it for events and special schedules.

Have a wonderful weekend!

God bless! 

Sr. Marisa DeRose, FMA
Principal
 

    540 Washington Avenue           Kenilworth, NJ 07033
             908-276-7220    fax 908-709-1103

October 7, 2021

Dear Parents,
Happy Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary! This month, we are working on being people who care, like Mary at the Wedding at Cana (Jn. 2:1-12). She saw a young couple in need and reached out to help, leading to Jesus’ first miracle. The students are being encouraged to take care of family, faculty/staff, friends and creation, by being respectful and helping in whatever age-appropriate way they can.

MAPGROWTH
Testing is going well. Most students, grades 2-8, have completed this Fall’s testing. Students who were absent will continue testing into next week. Thank you for helping your children prepare well for this important test.

SCHOOL COUNSELOR
I am happy to let you know that our School Counselor, Mr. Frank Malta, is once again here at STS every Monday.  Mr. Malta has over 40 years’ experience working with children and his presence provides another “listening ear” for our students. If your child(ren) expresses the desire to speak with Mr. Malta, or if you or the teacher suggest this, please fill out the attached permission slip. Thank you.

CONGRATULATIONS
Congratulations to our new Student Council officers: Co-Presidents Kiera Duffy and Bryce Mays; Vice President Brandon Lissade; Secretary Magdalene Battista; Treasurer Mia Pumarada.

PUMPKIN SALE
The “great pumpkin sale” will take place on the school’s front lawn on October 22. Children will be allowed to purchase a pumpkin for $3. Please see the attached flyer for more details.

TRUNK OR TREAT
Our HSA will once again sponsor a Trunk or Treat event on Friday, October 29. Our youngest children will be admitted early, at 6:00 pm, with general admission at 7:00pm. Volunteers are needed to make this a great success. More information will be coming.

HALLOWEEN
Our plans this year for Halloween will once again be modified due to current safety guidelines. Students may wear appropriate Halloween-colored pants and shirt, Halloween shirts, etc. on Friday, October 29.

We are opting for NO costumes to avoid confusion regarding mask wearing, and, in the case of younger children, the need for teachers and staff to get in close contact with them to help them with their costumes. Classes will have special activities and parties, and we will again be doing a scaled-down version of Trick-or-Treating in the school parking lot with school staff handing out treats.

It’s not an ideal Halloween celebration, but it will provide a bit of fun for everyone.

MIDDLE STATES VISIT
We are happy to welcome our Middle States Visiting Team to St. Theresa School, November 1-3. While we are still awaiting final details from the Team Chair, this will be a hybrid re-accreditation visit, with only the Team Chair on site, while other Team members will be remote. I will send you more information as we approach November, but this has been an almost two-year process of studying every aspect of our school, conducting parent, student and staff surveys, and making plans for our preferred future. I want to thank all of you for your interest and your participation. I also want to thank our faculty/staff members, especially Mrs. Keating and Mrs. Furlong who are coordinating our efforts. We have a great school here and I am proud to have the Middle States Association discover what makes STS so special.

EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT
Joseph Grimaldi, STS Alum (2018), is seeking donations for his Eagle Scout Project. The project will renovate the prayer area around the Mary Help of Christians statue in front of the convent. Please see the attached flyer for more details. Thank you in advance for your support of this project.

REPRINTED FROM SEPTEMBER 24 LETTER
For everyone’s convenience, I thought it would be a good idea to reprint the vacation protocol that is in place at St. Theresa School.

While there is no statewide travel advisory or mandate in place at this time, schools are encouraged to have a policy for exclusion for students and staff that is consistent with CDC COVID-19 travel recommendations. The CDC recommends that travel be delayed for those who are not fully vaccinated. If travel cannot be delayed, domestic and international travelers who are not fully vaccinated should get tested with a viral test 3-5 days after travel AND stay home and self-quarantine for a full 7 days after travel, even if they test negative. If testing is not completed post-travel, individuals should self-quarantine for 10 days. International travelers who are fully vaccinated should also get tested with a viral test 3-5 days after travel, self-monitor for symptoms, and isolate and get tested if symptoms develop. For those traveling to/from New Jersey, domestic travel is defined as lasting 24 hours or longer to states or U.S. territories other than those connected to New Jersey, such as Pennsylvania, New York, and Delaware

If eligible STS students are fully vaccinated, we encourage parents to share that information with us. It does make a difference in the self-quarantining guidelines.


Have a wonderful weekend!
God bless! 


Sr. Marisa DeRose, FMA
Principal
 

    540 Washington Avenue           Kenilworth, NJ 07033
       908-276-7220    fax 908-709-1103

September 30, 2021

Dear Parents,
It seems hard to believe that we are at the end of September and ready to welcome a new month! We have had to be creative in gathering for events that typically mark the beginning of the school year, but we have been committed to growing as a strong and vibrant STS family. I am sure that October, with all of its activities, will also provide many opportunities for us to come together to celebrate, to pray, and to enjoy being together. Please check the October calendar for details!

TAG DAY
TOMORROW – Friday, October 1 – Tag Day sponsored by Grade 8. Fee: $1.
Tag Day guidelines can be found on page 23 of the Handbook.

HALF DAY
TOMORROW – Friday, October 1 - Noon Dismissal.
PK 3 will be dismissed at 11:50.
PK4 & K will be dismissed at 11:55.
There is After Care for registered students, but it is a long afternoon for those who stay, which makes play dates or time with family perfect “half day” activities.

BLESSING OF PETS
Weather permitting, we will have our blessing of pets, led by grades 1A and 1B, on Monday, October 4, at 2:15PM. Students may not bring their pets to school during the day, but parents are invited to bring their pets to the front lawn of the school for a blessing in honor of St. Francis of Assisi.

NO SCHOOL
Just a reminder that there will be no school for students, Friday, October 8. The faculty will be attending a retreat in Newton, NJ.

MAPGROWTH
Testing will take place between October 4-22, for grades 2-8. This important assessment gives teachers a clear picture of each student’s strengths, as well as his/her areas of academic need. This data helps teachers choose instructional content and methods to best serve your children. It assists in differentiating instruction within a classroom, as well as indicating those students who qualify for additional assistance with basic skills.
The best way you can help your children prepare for this assessment is by making sure they are well-rested and have a good breakfast.
 
THANK YOU
Thank you to our HSA for making our Ice Cream Social such a huge success. It was so nice to see both children and adults socializing and enjoying each other’s company. I enjoyed meeting so many of you and look forward to other opportunities to gather as an STS Family.

Our Food Drive was incredible! God bless you for your generosity! Our Parish Food Pantry will be well-stocked so that they can continue their good work for those in our community who suffer from food insecurity.


Finally, as we continue to settle in to our “normal” school routine, and we watch the ordinary green leaves of Summer be transformed into the beautifully vibrant colors that characterize Autumn days, we are reminded that the transforming power of the Spirit continues to work within each one of us, renewing us, and making us a beautiful creation for our God. We are reminded that God is not socially distant from us; He is not wearing a mask, but He is alive and active in our lives.

Just as nature comes alive, as one tree, more beautiful than the other, allows itself to change by the power of God and the passage of time, may each of us become more fully alive in Christ, as we respond to His life within us. 

Have a wonderful weekend!
God bless! 

Sr. Marisa DeRose, FMA

Principal
 

                 
    540 Washington Avenue           Kenilworth, NJ 07033
         908-276-7220    fax 908-709-1103

September 24, 2021

Dear Parents,

As we come to the end of our second full week of school, I am happy to say that both students and teachers are working hard, and are glad to be here (well, after the shock of getting up early in the morning!). Our Opening School Mass held yesterday was a beautiful celebration of our faith-filled community, as we prayed together for each of you and for a safe and healthy school year.

THANK YOU
Our Book Fair was a great success. Thank you to Mrs. Sacco for organizing this event for us.

Both arrival and dismissal on Washington Avenue and in the back parking lot are going much better and are creating a safer environment for everyone. THANK YOU!!!!

IMPORTANT NOTICE
The question has arisen (and I imagine it might arise again from time to time) about the need for a student to quarantine after traveling. Although there is no statewide travel mandate, schools are encouraged to exclude students who travel. For your convenience, I am including that part of the Guidance Document (The Road Forward) that every school in NJ is asked to abide by.  It reads:

While there is no statewide travel advisory or mandate in place at this time, schools are encouraged to have a policy for exclusion for students and staff that is consistent with CDC COVID-19 travel recommendations. The CDC recommends that travel be delayed for those who are not fully vaccinated. If travel cannot be delayed, domestic and international travelers who are not fully vaccinated should get tested with a viral test 3-5 days after travel AND stay home and self-quarantine for a full 7 days after travel, even if they test negative. If testing is not completed post-travel, individuals should self-quarantine for 10 days. International travelers who are fully vaccinated should also get tested with a viral test 3-5 days after travel, self-monitor for symptoms, and isolate and get tested if symptoms develop. For those traveling to/from New Jersey, domestic travel is defined as lasting 24 hours or longer to states or U.S. territories other than those connected to New Jersey, such as Pennsylvania, New York, and Delaware

At this time, this is St. Theresa School policy. Just as a reminder, we have always asked parents not to take students out of school for family vacations.


COMING UP
The October calendar is being distributed with this letter. Please note the two changes that I mentioned last week. Friday, October 8 is Faculty Retreat Day, therefore, there is NO SCHOOL for students; Friday, October 29, originally scheduled for a noon dismissal, will be a FULL DAY of school.

MAPGROWTH testing will take place between October 4-22, for grades 2-8. This important assessment gives teachers a clear picture of each student’s strengths, as well as his/her areas of academic need. This data helps teachers choose instructional content and methods to best serve your children. This data also assists in differentiating instruction within a classroom, as well as indicating those students who qualify for additional assistance with basic skills.

Calendar Raffles are due back to the Office by October 15.

Have a wonderful weekend!
God bless! 


Sr. Marisa DeRose, FMA
Principal
 

                 
    540 Washington Avenue           Kenilworth, NJ 07033
                  908-276-7220    fax 908-709-1103

September 17, 2021

Dear Parents,

Our first full week has been great! Thank you for your patience and your cooperation as we start off the year with new routines, or old ones that we had forgotten about.

ARRIVAL/DISMISSAL
I have been asked by several people, including teachers, parents, and our crossing guard to remind everyone that extreme caution is needed when dropping off and picking up your children. Parents using Washington Avenue are reminded that they cannot double park and allow children to exit the car in the street. Washington Avenue is a “drop and go” location; parents cannot linger while children begin playing, nor can they remain parked in front of school, or blocking crosswalks. Everyone’s safety depends on our responsible choices. We have staggered dismissal times to alleviate congestion, but we may need to make changes to our procedures if we cannot exit the school safely.

To alleviate some of the congestion, beginning Monday, September 20, Grade 3 will arrive in the morning and be dismissed in the afternoon (2:40 PM) from the back of the school, the same door used by grades 5-8. Parents using the back parking lot are also asked to pull into a parking spot to let children out of the car, and then cautiously proceed to the through lane to exit the lot on 23^rd Street.

IMPORTANT REMINDER
If a child needs to take medication during the day, parents are requested to hand the medication directly to the Office or to the Nurse. Students should not be bringing in their own medication in their backpacks.

THANK YOU
Our Food Drive has been a huge success. Thank you for your generosity!

Thank you to those parents who have volunteered to be Class Parents for the 2021-22 school year. I have been in contact with all of them, and I am sure they will be reaching out to you in the near future. We are still in need of a few parents for grades PK3A (Moribaldi), PK4B (Alfano) and 1A (Sierant); if anyone is interested, please contact me.

COMING UP
This coming week is Book Fair week! You can find the interactive book flyer on our homepage at mysts.org.

Next Friday, September 24, we will be having our Ice Cream Social out in the courtyard. You have already received information about this event. We hope you can join us!



Every family has received your Calendar Raffles. Please return them to the Office by October 15.

You will receive the October calendar next week, but for your advanced planning I would like to inform you of two changes from our “yearly tentative calendar”. Friday, October 8 is Faculty Retreat Day, therefore, there is NO SCHOOL for students; Friday, October 29, originally scheduled for a noon dismissal, will be a FULL DAY of school.

Have a wonderful weekend!
God bless! 


Sr. Marisa DeRose, FMA
Principal
 
 

                 
    540 Washington Avenue           Kenilworth, NJ 07033
                                                                    908-276-7220    fax 908-709-1103

September 10, 2021

Dear Parents,

What a great first week! Today our PK students joined us for their first day of school. Lots of smiles, even behind the masks, and friendly greetings marked each day as students and staff were happy to be together again.

This Monday, September 13, will be our first day of school for all students, PK3-Grade 8. Please remember to pack a lunch for your child, and healthy snacks (for those younger students who still snack in class, or who attend After School Care). Our Morning Care and After School Care Programs also begin for those students who have registered for those services.

Students have done a good job being on time, and they have looked great in their uniforms. I would remind you that all students are to be in their classrooms or the gym (Gr. 1-8) by 8:00 AM. It would be a good idea to review the uniform policy in our Handbook so that all students are in compliance, including the length of the boys’ hair.

After watching dismissal for a few days, we are going to make a few changes to our “exit strategy”. PK 3 classes will exit from the Cafeteria; Grade 2 will exit from the 21^st Avenue door (closest to Washington Ave.); all other grades will remain the same at this time. Finally, please use extreme caution in the parking lot when dropping off or picking up your children. Cars must enter on 21^St Street ONLY and exit on 22^nd Street. Please be attentive and patient, so that our “safe” path remains safe for both children and adults.

Each year we ask for Class Parents to assist the teachers. Although the responsibilities may be slightly altered this year because of COVID, I would ask anyone in Grades PK3 through 8 who would like to be considered for this position, to email me at marisa.derose@mysts.org by Wednesday, September 15. I will then let you know who will serve in that capacity for the 2021-2022 school year.

As we recall the 20^th Anniversary of September 11, let’s pray for those families who lost loved ones that day, and for all those who continue to suffer the effects of war and terrorism.

Have a wonderful weekend!
God bless! 


Sr. Marisa DeRose, FMA
Principal

         

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