Originally delivered on 11/17/2024 3:00 pm

SUBJECT: Jefferson PTO: Weekly News 11/17/2024

PTO Weekly News 11/17/2024
Upcoming Events
Thursday, November 21
7:00p PTO General Meeting
Friday, November 22
8:15a Spirit Day
7:00p LCJSMS Fall Play - The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe
Saturday, November 23
2:00p LCJSMS Fall Play - The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe
7:00p LCJSMS Fall Play - The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe
Messages from the District & Principal
PTO Meeting- Thursday, 11/21 at 7 PM

Mark your calendars for our next PTO meeting on Thursday 11/21 at 7 pm in the library.  .  All are welcome!  Babysitting provided in the gymnasium.

Superintendent Scott Hough will be in attendance to hear from the parents of Jefferson

Jefferson counselor Ms. Mortenson will discuss our Harassment, Intimidation, and Bullying procedures. Both staff and students receive information about our HIB law and investigation steps at the very beginning of the year. It’s important that we all work together to understand the law, how to report a possible HIB and what to expect if your child is involved in a HIB investigation. 

Stock the Jefferson Lounge

Use the link to sign up to stock the Jefferson Teacher's lounge with healthy and tasty drinks and snacks to fuel our fabulous staff!  Please contribute by Friday 12/13.

Click here for the pie order form.

Fifth Grade Minted Fundraiser
Art in the Classroom

Art in the Classroom (AIC) is PTO-sponsored and parent volunteer run, so we need your help! Our goal is to provide an art history program that offers Jefferson School students a snapshot of prominent works of art by a wide range of famous artists. You do not need to know anything particular about art, as all the materials, lessons and project ideas are provided for you. The kids love this program, but we really need to secure volunteers for each grade and classroom in order to make it a success. 

 If you are interested in volunteering, check out our Google AIC Classroom to view all the lesson plans. Sign up to volunteer here

It's never too late to join the PTO!
Join and Donate Today!
Notes from the Nurse

Keep Me Home If...

Keep Me Home If...Spanish

Children's Health Clinic

Children's Health Clinic Spanish

Backpack Safety -English & Spanish

Backpack Basics for Healthier Kids

Health Insurance visit NJ Family Care.org 

“Covers All Kids,” Free or low cost health coverage to all of New Jersey’s children, regardless of their immigration status. English / Spanish

Beatriz Mendez, MS, RN, CSN-NJ

School Nurse

Tel.  908-273-3807 Ext.6351

Fax. 908-918-2116

bmendez@summit.k12.nj.us

Box Tops Fundraising

Use the new Box Tops App to scan your receipt. The app will find participating products purchased at any store and instantly add cash to your organization's earnings online. For more info, click here.

District News
LCJSMS Presents The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe

Lawton C. Johnson Summit Middle School will present the beloved story The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe in the LCJSMS Auditorium on 11/22 and 11/23. This show is full of fantastical characters and tells a timeless journey of good over evil. The family friendly production is geared to ages 6+ and is a perfect kick-off to the holiday season.

Shows are scheduled for Friday 11/22 at 7pm and Saturday 11/23 at 2pm and 7pm. Tickets are $15.00 for adults/children 11+ and $13.00 for seniors/children 10 & under and may be purchased HERE


Community News
Pumpkin Recycling

Once the trick-or-treating sugar rush has subsided, give your past-their-prime pumpkins and other gourds a better home than the landfill. Recycle them for free at one of Union County's seven participating locations through November 30th (link)!  

Behaviors and Beyond Workshop: 12/5

Join us as Christian Bellissimo, play therapist and

educational consultant, helps us learn to support and

manage our children’s challenging behaviors.  See flyer for more details.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS
Friday, November 22
7:00p LCJSMS Fall Play - The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe
Saturday, November 23
2:00p LCJSMS Fall Play - The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe
7:00p LCJSMS Fall Play - The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe
Wednesday, November 27
Single Session (all grades)
Thursday, November 28
Thanksgiving Recess - Schools & BOE Closed
Friday, November 29
Thanksgiving Recess - Schools & BOE Closed
Thursday, December 12
6:30p Board of Education Meeting - LCJSMS Auditorium
Monday, December 23
Winter Recess - Schools Closed
Tuesday, December 24
BOE Closed - Christmas Eve & Day
Winter Recess - Schools Closed
Wednesday, December 25
BOE Closed - Christmas Eve & Day
Winter Recess - Schools Closed
Thursday, December 26
Winter Recess - Schools Closed
Friday, December 27
Winter Recess - Schools Closed
Saturday, December 28
Winter Recess - Schools Closed
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