Thomas Jefferson School Newsletter

Thomas Jefferson School

December 2022

To All of the Families of Rams Nation,

I hope all had a nice Thanksgiving, no matter who you were with or what you were doing. For my family, Thanksgiving is always about being with family, eating, watching football….and more eating. Many families have many different traditions. Some families are not able to be together and it is important to think of those, as well. We really try to infuse that in our students here, at Thomas Jefferson School. We can always do more and do better--but one of the outreach programs that we are doing during this holiday season is to collect food and other items for those in our community who are in need. We have these flyers around our building--please help us help those in need, especially during the winter months and the holiday season.

Here are a few upcoming events:

Computer Sciences Week is the week of December 5th with some different programs and a spirit themed week planned.
Winter Concerts are Tuesday, 12/6 at the Rockaway Assembly of God: The 4th and 5th Grade Chorus, Beginner Band and Junior Band will be performing at 2pm. The 6th-8th grade TJ Choir, Concert Band and Jazz Band will be performing at 7pm. Please join us!
Winter Wonderland is this Saturday, 12/3 from 9am-1pm at Thomas Jefferson School. It is a full day of fun, hosted by the Home and School Association. All money raised goes right back to our kids and our school. Please come and enjoy!

Enjoy the holiday season and stay warm,

David

Please call us with any questions: (973) 625-8603

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Constant Contact Link

Nurse: 973 625-8603 ext. 305

Counselor: 973 625-8603 ext. 331

Virtual Backpack Link

Rockaway Borough District Website

Nurses Corner

A gentle reminder if your child has an Epi Pen, Inhaler or needs any over the counter medications, I will need the forms filled out by the student's doctor. These forms may be found on the Rockaway Borough website under Thomas Jefferson. Left side of page you will see Forms & Links click there this will bring you to the Forms and Links page scroll down and you will find the following:

EpiPen Permission Form

Asthma Action Plan

Medication Permission Form

These must be filled out completely by the doctor prescribing the medication.

If a student is injured and must be out of PE, I will need a note from the doctor stating the reason for the excuse and the length of time out of PE. Once the student is cleared to return, I will need a clearance note from the doctor.

If you would like your child to have cough drops I will need a parent note and the cough drops must be kept in the Health Office.

Breakfast is the most important part of the day, please make sure your child eats breakfast prior to coming to school.

Last but not least if your child is not feeling well, please do not send them to school.

I hope everyone has a great school year.

Mrs. Savercool

973-625-8603, ext. 305.

FROM the GUIDANCE OFFICE

*HOLIDAY FOOD DRIVE*

From The Media Lab......

2022-2023 SCHOOL CALENDAR

Day of the Cycle for December

From the Band Room........

WINTER CONCERTS

The Winter Concerts will be held Tues. Dec. 6 at the Rockaway Assembly next door.

The 2 pm performance will include:

4th Grade Chorus

5th grade Chorus

Beginner Band

Junior Band

The 7 pm performance will include:

TJ Choir (6th-8th gr)

Concert Band

Jazz Band

TJ MUSICAL

The TJ Musical is open to any interested 6th-8th grader with fewer than 5 behavior points and a passing grade in all academic classes. Rehearsals will take place between Jan.- March, culminating in performances the weekend of March 17-19.

There will be a JAM Audition Workshop Wed. Dec 7 until 5 pm (ALL 6-8th graders are invited to attend.)

Tues. Dec. 13 will be an information session after school until 4 pm.

Stage crew sign-ups can be done after school Tues.-Thurs. Dec. 13-15.

Cast tryouts and sign ups will be Wed. Dec. 14 & Thurs. Dec. 15 after school until 5.

Call backs will be Fri. Dec. 17 and Mon. Dec. 19, possibly Tues/Wed. Of that week.

Any questions, please contact Mrs. Love at hlove@rockboro.org

HOME AND SCHOOL NEWS

8th GRADE FUNDRAISERS

LOCAL ACTIVITIES

Monthly Programs for DECEMBER

SEW-IT! WORKSHOP HAND-SEWING WOLF ORNAMENT*

Pick up starting December 2. Ages 7 and up. *Registration required.

Pick up a kit, watch a step by step video and stitch a fun wolf ornament. No experience necessary. Patrons can view and sew at their own pace.

FINGERPRINT WOOD SLICE ORNAMENTS*

Monday, December 5 ~ 2 sessions: 3:30-4:00pm and 6:30-7:00pm. All Ages.

Sign up to make fingerprint wood slice ornaments with Ms. Geri. Two sessions available, please choose one. Fun craft for kids and adults! *Registration is required.

STUFF YOUR OWN GINGERBREAD PUPPY*

Tuesday, December 6 ~ 3:30pm. All ages**

Join Ms. Debbi and have fun making your very own Gingerbread Puppy! **All participants under the age of 7 will need adult supervision. Please only register if this is your first time attending a stuff-an-animal workshop at the library this year.

CHRISTMAS TRADITIONS PRESENTED BY KEVIN WOYCE*

Monday, December 12 ~ 6:30 pm. Ages 18 and up. *Registration required.

Kevin Woyce explores the history of our favorite Christmas traditions from the First Christmas to "A Christmas Carol," "White Christmas," and the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree. This joyous new historical slideshow includes original photographs, vintage images, and seasonal music.

WINTER SLUMBERLAND PILLOW CASE DECORATING*

Wednesday, December 14 ~ 6:30pm. Ages 7 and up. *Registration required.

KNIT AND CROCHET CLUB*

Thursday, December 15 ~ 11:00am-12:30pm. Adults 18 and up. *Registration required.

TIME FOR TOTS w/Ms. LAUREN*

Friday, December 16 ~ 11:00-11:45am. Ages 1-3.*Registration required. Meet friends for books, coloring and play time.

LET'S DISH!*

Monday, December 19 ~ 6:30pm. Adults 18 and up. *Registration required.

Geri is hosting a new program for adults where foodies come together to discuss recipes, share tips and maybe the occasional sampling of goodies. Share your favorite holiday cookie recipe.

HOLIDAY STORYTIME & CRAFT w/Ms. GERI*

Tuesday, December 20 ~ 11:00am. Ages 2 and up. *Registration required.

HOLIDAY GIFT BAG SURPRISE

Runs until Thursday, December 22 ~ For a $5 donation, grab a Gift Bag filled with books to keep! Bags will be labeled by contents (Mystery, Romance, Young Adult, Children, etc.) but what's inside will be a surprise. Excellent gift idea for the book lover on your list, or for yourself. While supplies last. All donations benefit the Friends of the Library.

PAJAMA STORYTIME w/Ms. GERI*

Wednesday, December 28 ~ 6:30pm. Ages 2 and up. *Registration required.

Join Ms. Geri for stories and crafts ~ be sure to wear your pajamas and bring a stuffed friend.

BOOK LOVERS MEETING*

Wednesday, December 28 ~ 6:30pm. Adults 18 and up. *Registration required.

We will discuss Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus at the December meeting and share other good book suggestions. Books will be available for pick up at the library for registrants.

COUNTDOWN TO NOON WITH MISS JOLIE*

Saturday, December 31 ~ 11:30am. Ages 1 and up. *Registration required.

Join Miss Jolie for a fun Noon Year's Eve virtual celebration via Zoom.

Melissa Okerblom

Library Director

Rockaway Borough Public Library

82 East Main St

Rockaway, NJ 07866

973-627-5709