Originally delivered on 3/30/2025 3:00 pm

SUBJECT: Jefferson PTO: Weekly News 3/30/25

PTO Weekly News 3/30/25
Upcoming Events
Wednesday, April 2
6:30p Scholastic Book Fair Family Night
Thursday, April 3
8:15a Scholastic Book Fair
Friday, April 4
8:15a Scholastic Book Fair
8:15a Spirit Day
Saturday, April 5
Summit Relays
Messages from the District & Principal
NEW Jefferson Playground Approved for 25/26 Budget

A HUGE thank you to everyone that wrote letters of concern regarding the Jefferson playground.  We are happy to announce that the playground cost was included in the budget that passed on Thursday.  The PTO was able to contribute to the cost of the playground due to generous donations from our community during our drive last year.  THANK YOU TO ALL!

Pretzel Sale on Monday 3/31 After School

Support the 5th grade by purchasing a pretzel after school on Monday.  Pretzels will be $3 dollars.  Cash and Venmo accepted.

Scholastic Book Fair This Week!

Wednesday 4/2: Family Night 6:30-8

Thursday 4/3 and Friday 4/4: In-school Shopping

Book Fair Raffle Baskets

Click here to see the awesome raffle baskets up for grabs.

Order forms here.  English   Spanish 

All orders due by Thursday 4/3/25

Earth in the Classroom: Volunteers Needed

We especially need a volunteer or 2 for Room 5F!

Let’s help our kids celebrate EARTH DAY on Friday, April 25th !

We are seeking parent volunteers to teach a pre-written lesson on Friday 4/25! (Please note that the 3rd grade lesson will be taught on Wednesday 4/23 due to a field trip)

A full lesson plan and Google slideshow will be provided for each grade – no prep work necessary! This is a great opportunity to get involved and teach our kids how to make a big difference. Please consider signing up to help create a better world for our kids.

Jefferson: Jefferson SignUp Genius

Jefferson: Jefferson SignUp Genius - 3rd Grade Only

Author Visit: April 8

Candace Fleming is coming to Jefferson School on April 8th! 

Parents can pre-order books by clicking the link in this flyer or students can bring in their own book and Candace Fleming will sign them all!!!

Cultural Festival Needs Participants!

Jefferson's Cultural Festival will take place on Wednesday April 23 from 7-8:30 PM.  In order to make this event a success, we need volunteers to share food, artifacts and displays of their culture.  Please complete the following form by April 9 to reserve a table at the event. 

If you'd like to volunteer to assist in the running of the event, sign up here.

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

See all current updates from Nurse Mendez here

Important travel information regarding measles

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
Community News
Summit Public Library Programs for Elementary Students

See flyer for more information about Book Buddies, Homework Helpers and Cursive Workshop.

See calendar of all upcoming programs for elementary students. 

MARK YOUR CALENDARS
Saturday, April 5
Summit Relays
Wednesday, April 9
K-Only - Single Session - Conferences
Thursday, April 10
K-Only - Single Session - Conferences
Friday, April 11
K-Only - Single Session - Conferences
Monday, April 14
Spring Break/Good Friday - Schools Closed
Tuesday, April 15
Spring Break/Good Friday - Schools Closed
Wednesday, April 16
Spring Break/Good Friday - Schools Closed
Thursday, April 17
Spring Break/Good Friday - Schools Closed
Friday, April 18
BOE Closed - Good Friday
Spring Break/Good Friday - Schools Closed
Thursday, April 24
6:30p Board of Education Meeting - LCJSMS Auditorium
Monday, April 28
NJSLA - ELA - Grades 6-8
Tuesday, April 29
NJSLA - ELA - Grades 6-8
Thursday, May 1
NJSLA - Science - Grade 8
Friday, May 2
NJSLA - Science - Grade 8
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