Roosevelt SHOUT!  December 7, 2018

CALENDAR

Dec 11 RIS Concert Bands - 7 pm RIS Auditorium Dec 12 Pretzel Sale - After school RIS RIS Jazz Ensembles Concert - 7 pm RIS Auditorium Dec 24 to Jan 1 NO SCHOOL - Winter Break Jan 2 School resumes

ROOSEVELT ROUNDUP

Thank You - Staff Holiday Breakfast

A special thank you to Liz Morales and the RIS Holiday Breakfast Committee for organizing a great breakfast on Thursday morning. The teachers and staff were very appreciative of all of the treats, fruit, and drinks that parents contributed!

RIS Charity Collection - Nov 28 to Dec 14

In the spirit of the Holiday season, two former Franklin and RIS students, Matt Shinners and Michael Riordan, are asking for donations for the Saint Joseph Social Service Center in Elizabeth. Please drop off toiletries including individually wrapped toothbrushes, toothpaste, dental floss, deodorant, and other travel sized items in the bin located outside the RIS main office. The bin will be there from Wednesday November 28th to Friday December 14th. Thank you for your generosity.

RIS Annual Howl-iday Drive - Dec 5 to Dec 21

Support the Fourth Annual Howl-iday Drive for the animal shelter and rescue group in memory of Jeff "Coco" Henry, a former colleague of Ms. Kerney's husband at Deal Police Department. Donationed items will be collected now through December 21st when we leave for winter break. Students may use the donation box outside the main office or bring them directly to Ms. Kearney's office (the girl's locker room office). Donations May Include: ● Collars, leashes, harnesses ● Dog & Cat food ● Treats ● Flea & Tick Preventative ● Dog Beds ● Towels/Sheets/Blankets ● Food & Water Bowls ● Toys ● Gently loved items welcome! Click here for a flyer with more information.

Important Information for 8th Grade Parents

8th Grade T-Shirts - Parent Action Required

Each year the 8th grade class receives class t-shirts in January to wear during Spirit Week and their last few months at Roosevelt. There are 2 things that need to be confirmed for each student prior to placing the order next week: How your child’s name should be displayed on the class roster that will appear on the back of the t-shirt (i.e. nickname, if appropriate) What size t-shirt your child should receive (from Youth Large - Adult XL). Please click here before next Friday, December 14 to confirm your child’s first name and size (Column E for "First Name to be Listed on Back of T-shirt", and place an X in the appropriate column for size). If you would like to send your information directly or have any questions, please email Rachel Latessa at latessa@verizon.net

8th Grade T-Shirts - Student Design Contest

The 8th grade t-shirt is always designed by a member of the 8th grade class. Please click here to see the contest flyer and encourage your child to enter the t-shirt design contest by submitting their drawing/artwork to Mr. Thompson, Ms. Suchy, or Mr. Greenwood in the art department by next Friday, December 14th. The winner will receive a $25 Amazon gift card!

8th Grade Yearbook Ads

Don't forget to purchase a YEARBOOK AD for your special 8th-grader. These ads can only be purchased for 8th-grade students and the deadline is  January 4th . They appear in the back of the yearbook and are such a special way to recognize the achievements of your child/children moving on from RIS. Last year we had a record-setting number of ads placed and it made the yearbook spectacular.   SHOW YOUR PRIDE FOR YOUR 8 th  GRADE STUDENT - VISIT  WWW.JOSTENSADSERVICE.COM  TO CREATE YOUR AD TODAY! Please do not hesitate to contact either one of the RIS yearbook advisors with any questions or concerns: Pam Friedman: pfriedman@westfieldnjk12.org Jessica Urriola: jurriola@westfieldnjk12.org

AROUND THE DISTRICT

WHS Hackathon - Dec 8th

Attention students: Westfield High School students are hosting the school's second annual Hackathon on Saturday, December 8th, from 9am-9pm. Compete for prizes, learn from professionals, meet other coders, and much more! No prior coding experience is necessary. More information is provided at  hackwhs.com .  Registration is open for all high school students and for middle school students who are accompanied by a high school student.

Westfield Girls Hockey Fundraiser - Dec 8th

Save the Date: December 8 WHS Girls Ice Hockey Fundraiser at Athleta from 10a – 2p. To receive 20% off one item, please RSVP to  www.whsgirlsicehockeyteam.splashthat.com . Team raffle tickets are $10; Athleta will donate an outfit to the raffle.

Westfield Boys Hockey Fundraiser - through Dec 31st

WHS Boys Ice Hockey Teams are participating in the Modell's Team Weeks Program. Click here for a coupon valid until December 31, 2018  •  Saves purchaser 15% off all regular and sale merchandise •  Provides WHSIHA with 5% back from purchases made Please bring coupon or show coupon on phone (code #) to ensure you get the 15% discount and WHSIHA gets credit for purchases made at ALL Modell's locations, including in other states. Local Stores: Union Plaza, Rt. 22 W.  Clark Commons, 1255 Raritan Rd Watchung Square Mall, 1515 US Highway 22 Thanks for your support! WHS Ice Hockey Association

Girls Ice Hockey Clinic at the Westfield Rink

The new Westfield Rink in Gumbert Park will be hosting a weekly GIRLS ICE HOCKEY CLINIC for 6th to 12th grade girls of ALL Skill LEVELS (beginner through experienced.) The clinics will focus on beginner to advanced skating skills, stick handling and small games and scrimmages. The clinics are 4:40 –6:10 pm on Fridays from November 9th through February 22nd (excluding 11/23 and 12/28). Pay $30 per clinic or $125 for a 5 session pass. No advanced registration required. Just show up. Full equipment is required.  Start playing now so you can join the WHS Girls JV and Varsity team in high school.  Click here  for more information or email  caitlin.anderson378@gmail.com  with questions.

IN THE COMMUNITY

As part of the Westfield Public School District’s new website, you’ll find a  Community Flyers  section under the  Family Resources  tab. Here you will find information about upcoming events sponsored by non-profit organizations in Westfield. We’ll also continue to alert you to these events in our newsletter and encourage you to click on the link provided for specific details.

The First United Methodist Church of Westfield is holding a free Community Christmas Show on December 15 at 4 p.m. More information can be found here .

The Westfield Education Fund has launched  a new website . Please check it out to see what the WEF is planning for Westfield schools in 2018-2019. The WEF is a volunteer-run foundation that funds innovative projects that strengthen and enrich students’ academic experience but fall beyond the school district budget.

The Westfield Conservation Center is teaming up with the non-profit organization Second Chance Toys to collect gently used plastic toys for children in need. Donations by Union County residents can be dropped off at the WCC at 1300 Lamberts Mill Road. Please click  HERE  for details.

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Editor: Suzann Duncan Please email articles to  RISSHOUT@westfieldnjk12.org

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