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PENNSAUKEN PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Directory of School Personnel
CENTRAL ADMINISTRATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 662-8505
ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS
1695 Hylton Road, Pennsauken 08110
BALDWIN SCHOOL - Ms. Tameka Matthews, Principal. . . . . . . . . 662-8464
Superintendent of Schools - Dr. James Chapman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 6502
Business Administrator - Mr. Pasquale Yacovelli . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 6503
Assistant Superintendent - Mr. Martin Slater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 6610
Director of Elementary Education - Mr. John Oliver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 6506
Director of Personnel/Monitoring - Mr. Ricardo Taylor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 6508
Director of Special Services - Ms. Marty DeLape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 6526
Director of Curriculum - Mr. Curt Wrzeszczynski . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 6532
HIGH SCHOOL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 662-8500
800 Hylton Road, Pennsauken 08110
B.T. Washington School Annex. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 662-0877
Principal - Mr. Dennis Vinson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 5222
Assistant Principal - Mrs. Susan Galloza . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 5247
Assistant Principal - Mr. Matthew Keith . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 5218
Assistant Principal - Mr. Michael McGovern . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 5219
Assistant Principal - Dr. Arlene Rubin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 5230
Assistant Principal - Mr. Norris Thomas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 5213
Assistant Principal - Ms. Tracey Turner. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 5242
Athletic Director - Mr. William Wright . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 5235
Attendance Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 5243
Guidance Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 5246
T.V. Studio (Channel 19) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 5303
H.M. PHIFER MIDDLE SCHOOL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .662-8511
8201 Park Avenue, Pennsauken 08109
Principal - Mr. Monroe Logan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 4501
7th Grade Assistant Principal - Mr. Richard Bonkowski . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 4505
8th Grade Assistant Principal - Ms. Tanya Harmon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 4506
Attendance Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 4503
PENNSAUKEN INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 662-8501
8125 Park Avenue, Pennsauken 08109
Principal/6th Grade - Dr. Anne Morris. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 1101
5th Grade Assistant Principal - Mrs. Chantell Green. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ext. 1103
Attendance Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ext. 1100
3901 Sharon Terrace, Pennsauken 08110
BURLING SCHOOL - Mr. Martin Slater, Principal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 662-1923
3600 Harris Avenue, Pennsauken 08110
CARSON SCHOOL - Ms. Tameka Matthews, Principal . . . . . . . . . . 662-5751
4150 Garfield Avenue, Pennsauken 08109
DELAIR SCHOOL - Mr. Martin Slater, Principal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .662-6164
850 Derousse Avenue, Pennsauken 08110
FINE SCHOOL - Mrs. Rosalyn Lawrence, Principal . . . . . . . . . . . . 662-8568
3800 Gladwyn Avenue, Pennsauken 08109
FRANKLIN SCHOOL - Mr. Landrus Lewis, Principal . . . . . . . . . . . . .662-6455
7201 Irving Avenue, Pennsauken 08109
LONGFELLOW SCHOOL - Mr. Landrus Lewis, Principal . . . . . . . . . .662-9037
1400 Forrest, Pennsauken 08110
ROOSEVELT SCHOOL - Mrs. Rosalyn Lawrence, Principal . . . . . . . 662-8141
5526 Wisteria Avenue, Pennsauken 08109
DISTRICT SUPERVISORS
LANGUAGE ARTS/FOREIGN LANGUAGES
Mrs. Diane Joyce . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .662-8511 Ext. 4513
MATHEMATICS - Mrs. Eileen Egan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .662-8501 Ext. 1107
SPECIAL SERVICES - Ms. Tamara Schmitt . . . . . . . . . . . 622-8505 Ext. 6525
SCIENCE - Mr. Michael Ostroff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 662-8500 Ext. 5293
FOOD SERVICE - Mr. Keith Meloni . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 662-8500 Ext. 5259
BUILDINGS & GROUNDS - Mr. Jack Killion . . . . . . . . . . 662-8505 Ext. 6520
TRANSPORTATION - Mrs. Jean Fegley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 662-8502
PUBLICITY DEPARTMENT - Mrs. Betty Slater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .662-6455
RESIDENCY OFFICE - Mrs. Helene Salvo . . . . . . . . . . . . . 662-9501 Ext. 1141
COMMUNITY / SCHOOL RELATED
PENNSAUKEN TOWNSHIP MUNICIPAL BUILDING . . . . . . . . . . . . 665-1000
DEPARTMENT OF RECREATION - Mr. Elwood Martz. . . . . . . . . . . . Ext. 151
PENNSAUKEN TOWNSHIP LIBRARY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .665-5959
School Calendar
SEPTEMBER
1 - Teacher Orientation
2 - Schools Open - Half-Day Session for Students
6 - Labor Day - Schools Closed
9 - Rosh Hashanah - Schools Closed
OCTOBER
11 - Columbus Day - Schools Closed - Teacher In-Service
NOVEMBER
2 - Election Day - Schools Closed - Teacher In-Service
4 - 5 - NJEA Convention - Schools Closed
11 - PHS Parent/Teacher Conferences - Half-Day Session for PHS Students
17 - PMS Parent/Teacher Conferences
Half-Day Session for Middle School Students
18 - Intermediate School Parent/Teacher Conferences
Half-Day Session for Intermediate School Students
22 - 24 - Elementary Parent/Teacher Conferences
Half-Day Session for Elementary Students
25 - 26 - Thanksgiving - Schools Closed
DECEMBER
23 - Schools Close for Winter Break - Half Day Session
JANUARY
3 - Schools Reopen
17 - Martin Luther King Day - Schools Closed
FEBRUARY
21 - President’s Day - Schools Closed
MARCH
18 - Schools Closed - Teacher In-Service
APRIL
22 - 25 - Spring Break - Schools Closed ** See Note Below
26 - Schools Reopen ** See Note Below
MAY
30 - Memorial Day Weekend - Schools Closed ** See Note Below
JUNE
10, 13 - Half-Day Session for Students
14 - Last Day for Students - Half Day Session for Students ** See Note Below
The 2010-2011 school calendar sets a fixed High School graduation day as
Tuesday, June 14, 2010.
** If one (1) snow day is used, school will be in session on Friday, May 27, 2011. If two
(2) snow days are used, school will be in session on Tuesday, June 14, 2011. If three (3)
snows days are used, school will be in session on Tuesday, April 26, 2011, and the day of
the 8th grade promotion ceremony will be adjusted. If more than three emergency days
are used, graduation day for the high school and the final day of school will be adjusted.
Note: The Annual Board of Education Election Day will result in an early dismissal.
Notice to Parents
As a parent of a student attending the Pennsauken Public Schools,
you have the right to know the professional qualifications of the
classroom teachers who instruct your child. Federal law allows
you to ask for certain information about your child’s classroom
teachers, and requires the district to provide this information in
a timely manner if you ask for it. Specifically, you have the right
to ask for the following information about each of your child’s
classroom teachers:
• Whether the New Jersey Department of Education has
licensed or qualified the teacher for the grades and subjects
he or she teaches.
• Whether the New Jersey Department of Education had
decided that the teacher could teach in a classroom without
being licensed or qualified under state regulations because
of special circumstances.
• The teacher’s college major, whether the teacher has any
advanced degrees and, if so, the subject of the degrees.
If you would like to receive any of this information, please call
your school principal.
School Codes as Listed on Calendar
HS
MS
IS
BA
BU
CA
DE
FI
FR
LO
RO
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Pennsauken High School
H.M. Phifer Middle School
Pennsauken Intermediate School
Baldwin Pre-K School
Burling Elementary School
Carson Elementary School
Delair Elementary School
Fine Elementary School
Franklin Elementary School
Longfellow Elementary School
Roosevelt Elementary School
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1695 Hylton Road, Pennsauken, NJ 08110
856-662-8505 • www.pennsauken.net
SEPTEMBER 2010
SUNDAY
S
1
8
15
22
29
M
2
9
16
23
30
MONDAY
AUGUST
T W T
3 4 5
10 11 12
17 18 19
24 25 26
31
F
6
13
20
27
S
7
14
21
28
5
OCTOBER
T W T
S M
3
10
17
24
31
4
11
18
25
5
12
19
26
6
13
20
27
7
14
21
28
TUESDAY
F
1
8
15
22
29
SCHOOLS CLOSED
LABOR DAY
12
13
GRANDPARENT’S DAY
19
Music and Arts Rental Night
for Grades 4 – 8
Intermediate School
5:00 – 8:00pm
20
1
S
2
9
16
23
30
6
WEDNESDAY
2
26
27
RO – Back to School Night
7:00pm
FRIDAY
3
SATURDAY
4
TEACHER
ORIENTATION
HS – Freshman Parent
Meeting – 7:00pm
CA, FI & FR – Kindergarten
Orientation – 6:30pm
7
8
14
DE – Back to School Night
7:00pm
21
HS – Back to School Night
7:00pm
28
BU – Back to School Night
7:00pm
SCHOOLS OPEN
HALF SESSION DAY FOR STUDENTS
9
Pre-Kindergarten Classes Begin
10
15
IS – Back to School Night
5th Grade – 6:00pm and
6th Grade – 8:00pm
22
MS – Back to School Night
7:00pm
29
FR – Back to School Night
7:00pm
16
Pennsauken BOE Conference
Meeting – Adm. Bldg.
7:00pm
23
HS – College Night – 7:00pm
Pennsauken BOE Business
Meeting – PHS Rm. #327
7:00pm
30
LO – Back to School Night
7:00pm
11
HS – Football
Shawnee HS – H
12:00pm
ROSH HASHANAH
SCHOOLS CLOSED
CA – Back to School Night
7:00pm
GED CLASSES BEGIN
Phifer Middle School
7:00pm
FI – Back to School Night
7:00pm
THURSDAY
17
18
HS – Football
Clearview HS – A
7:00pm
24
25
HS – Football
Triton HS – A
7:00pm
Adult Basic Education / GED Classes
Begin on September 20, 2010 at Phifer
Middle School. See back cover for
registration information.
VISIT OUR PENNSAUKEN OFFICE
2501 Merchantville Ave.
Lobby hours: Mon. - Thur. 8:30 - 5 / Fri. 8:30 - 7 / Sat. 8:30 - 2
Drive-thru: Mon. - Fri. 8 - 7 / Sat. 8 - 2 / Sun. 10 - 2
Member FDIC
School Bus Transportation
The Pennsauken Public Schools provide transportation for children in the
district who qualify according to the guidelines listed below:
Mileage Limits:
Transportation must be provided for all elementary students (Pre-K
through Grade 8) who reside more than two miles from school, and all
high school students who live within these limits, but must walk in an
area that is considered hazardous, are transported to school by the Board
of Education. Pennsauken Board of Education provides courtesy busing
for special situations.
Buses are available for children taking part in after-school activities at the
High School and Middle School. Bus passes are required.
Routes and Stops:
Prior to the beginning of each school year, routes are established so that
vehicles will travel the roads safely and serve the largest number of students
within a reasonable time.
STUDENTS ARE ONLY TO RIDE THE BUS ASSIGNED TO THEM IN THE
BEGINNING OF THE SCHOOL YEAR.
Student Responsibilities:
New Jersey statute 18A:25-2 provides that the driver is in full charge of
the school bus at all times and is responsible for order. The driver shall
not exclude a student from the bus. If unable to manage a student, the
driver will report the matter to the principal.
Large student projects are prohibited on the bus for safety reasons.
Students are expected to be in compliance with the following rules and
regulations:
At the Bus Stop:
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Be on time at your bus stop - plan to arrive 5-10 minutes early
Remain on the curb - at least 3 feet back from the road
Show respect for private property
Avoid crowding or pushing as the bus approaches
Wait until the bus stops before moving toward the door
NEVER STAND IN THE ROAD - do not move into the road as the bus
approaches
While On the Bus:
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Move quickly to your seat - Do not change your seat
Do not stand or move from your seat while the bus is in motion
The driver or principal may assign seats
Obey the driver promptly
No fighting or pushing
Do not talk with or distract the driver
Do not open or close windows without the driver’s permission
Keep hands and all parts of your body inside the bus at all times
Do not eat or drink on the bus
Do not litter on the bus
Never throw anything out of the bus window
Be courteous, talk softly - Do not use profane or obscene language
Report any damage to the bus to the driver
Students are responsible for any damage they cause to the bus
Obey bus safety patrol members
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY remain in your seat until instructions are given by the
driver
• Learn to how evacuate your bus quickly
Getting Off the Bus:
• Move quickly away from the side of the bus onto the curb
• To cross the street or roadway - move 10 feet in front of the bus, wait for the
driver’s signal to cross, then cross the street
• NEVER GO BEHIND THE BUS TO CROSS THE STREET
Parent Responsibilities:
The Transportation regulations and the policies adopted by the Board of Education
should be stressed with your children, not only for their own safety, but for the
protection of all students riding the school bus.
If a parent finds that bus service is not satisfactory or for a lost article, please notify
the Transportation Office at 910-2619.
Parents are responsible and liable for any willful or malicious damage done to
school buses by their children.
Here are some recommendations for parents:
• Help your child to be on time at the bus stop. We recommend arriving 5-10
minutes early
• Do not ask the driver to stop at places other than the designed stop
• Assume responsibility for educating your child to cooperate with the bus driver
• Insist on correct behavior while waiting for and riding on the bus
• Accompany a very young child to the bus stop
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1695 Hylton Road, Pennsauken, NJ 08110
856-662-8505 • www.pennsauken.net
OCTOBER 2010
SUNDAY
MONDAY
SEPTEMBER
T W T F
1 2 3
6 7 8 9 10
13 14 15 16 17
20 21 22 23 24
27 28 29 30
S M
5
12
19
26
S
4
11
18
25
3
S M
1
7 8
14 15
21 22
28 29
NOVEMBER
T W T
2 3 4
9 10 11
16 17 18
23 24 25
30
TUESDAY
F
5
12
19
26
4
1
18
BU – Family Math/Literacy
Night – 6:30-8:00pm
25
HALLOWEEN
31
LO – Family Math/Literacy
Night – 6:30-8:00pm
SATURDAY
2
HS – Football
Cherry Hill HS East – H
12:00pm
5
12
SCHOOLS CLOSED
COLUMBUS DAY
TEACHER IN SERVICE
24
FRIDAY
6
7
8
13
9
HS – Football
Winslow HS – A
2:00pm
High School HSPA Testing
11
17
THURSDAY
S
6
13
20
27
FIRE PREVENTION WEEK
10
WEDNESDAY
14
15
16
MS – Progress Reports Mailed
High School HSPA Testing (Make-ups)
19
DE – Family Math/Literacy
Night – 6:30-8:00pm
26
FR – Family Math/Literacy
Night – 6:30-8:00pm
20
RO – Family Math/Literacy
Night – 6:30-8:00pm
27
FI – Family Math/Literacy
Night – 6:30-8:00pm
21
HS – PSAT Testing
22
Pennsauken BOE Conference
Meeting – Adm. Bldg.
7:00pm
28
Pennsauken BOE Business
Meeting – PHS Rm. #327
7:00pm
23
HS – Football
Camden Catholic HS – H
12:00pm
29
30
PRE-K AND ELEM
Harvest Festival
HS – Football Washington
Twp. HS – A 7:00pm
Red Ribbon Week
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FAMILY HEALTH MONTH
Registration Procedures
Students under age 7
1. DPT or DtaP vaccine
Eligibility:
2. Polio vaccine
In accordance with the policy recommended by the NJ Department of
Education, a child shall be admitted to Kindergarten if the child’s fifth
birthday is on or before October 1 of the school term.
3. Measles vaccine*
Documentation:
The following must be presented at the time of registration for all new
registrants:
• Proof of Residence
• Birth Certificate (original copy with raised seal)
• Clinical record of all immunizations given to your child since birth.
• Physical Exam
Students who enter Pennsauken from another school district are required
to present a transfer card and immunization records.
Immunization Requirements
for Registration
No child shall enroll in school without evidence of immunizations. Below
is a summary of all immunizations required by New Jersey Law.
Pre-Kindergarten
1. DPT or DTaP vaccine
2. Polio vaccine
3. Measles vaccine*
4. Mumps vaccine*
5. Rubella vaccine*
6. HIB vaccine
7. Varicella vaccine
(chicken pox)
8. PCV vaccine
(pneumococcal)
9. Influenza Vaccine
3 doses and 1 booster
2 doses and 1 booster
1 dose (must be given on/after
1 dose (must be given on/after
1 dose (must be given on/after
1 dose
1 dose (must be given on/after
1st birthday)
1st birthday)
1st birthday)
1st birthday)
1 dose (must be given on/after 1st birthday)
1 dose – (must be given between 9/1 and
12/31 of preschool year(s)
4.
5.
6.
7.
Mumps vaccine*
Rubella vaccine*
Hepatitis B vaccine
Varicella vaccine
(chicken pox)
Students age 7 and older
1. DPT, DtaP or DT vaccine
2. Tdap # and *#
2. Polio vaccine
3. Measles vaccine* &
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Rubella vaccine*
Mumps vaccine*
Hepatitis B vaccine**
Varicella vaccine***
Meningococcal Vaccine #
3 doses and 1 booster (must be given on/after
4th birthday) or any 5 or more doses
2 doses and 1 booster (must be given on/after
4th birthday) or any appropriately spaced
4 doses
2 doses of live Measles containing
vaccine given on/after 1st birthday with at
least one month between doses
1 dose given on/after 1st birthday
1 dose given on/after 1st birthday
3 doses
1 dose given on/after 1st birthday
3 doses appropriately spaced
1 dose upon entering Grade 6 or
age appropriate transfer students
3 doses appropriately spaced
2 doses of live Measles containing vaccine
given on/after 1st birthday with at least one
month between doses
1 dose given on/after 1st birthday
1 dose given on/after 1st birthday
3 doses
1 dose given on/after 1st birthday
1 dose upon entering Grade 6 or
age appropriate transfer students
KEY
*
Children usually receive these vaccines in combination (MMR)
&
2 - dose measles requirement applies to children born on or after
1/1/1990. Those born before 1/1/1990 only need one dose of
measles containing vaccine.
** 2 dose series acceptable if given to children between the ages of
11 and 15 ONLY
*** Applies to children born on or after 1/1/1998.
#
Applies to children born on/after 1/1/1997 and entering Grade 6 or
age appropriate transfers students from out-of-state or out-of-country
*# Cannot be given prior to age 10
For additional information or if you have any questions regarding your child’s
immunization requirements for school entry, please feel free to contact the
school nurse. She will be happy to assist you.
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1695 Hylton Road, Pennsauken, NJ 08110
856-662-8505 • www.pennsauken.net
NOVEMBER 2010
SUNDAY
MONDAY
1
TUESDAY
2
3
SCHOOLS CLOSED
ELECTION DAY
TEACHER IN-SERVICE
7
8
9
15
16
AMERICAN
EDUCATION WEEK
BU, CA, DE, FR, & RO
Open House
HS – 8th Grade Open House
7:00pm
Plan to visit your child’s
school during his/her
scheduled Open House
21
22
Pennsauken BOE
Business Meeting
PHS Rm. #327
7:00pm
ELEM & HS - End of 1st
Marking Period
10
CA – Family Math/Literacy
Night – 6:30 – 8:00pm
14
WEDNESDAY
23
IS – End of 1st Marking Period
17
MS – Parent/Teacher
Conferences – MS Students
½ Day
1:00-3:00pm and 5:30-8:30pm
BA & FI – Open House
24
Elementary Parent Teacher Conferences – Half Day Session for Elementary Students
Tuesday (November 23) Evening Conferences
29
4
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
5
6
HS – Football
Eastern HS – H
2:00pm
HS – SAT Testing
SCHOOLS CLOSED
SCHOOLS CLOSED
NJEA Convention
11
12
HS – Parent/Teacher
Conferences – HS Students
½ Day 1:00-3:00pm and
5:30-8:30pm
HS – Spirit Week
28
THURSDAY
VETERAN’S DAY
18
13
MS – End of 1st Marking
Period
19
LO – Open House
IS – Parent/Teacher Conferences/
Book Fair – IS Students ½ Day
1:30-3:30pm and 5:00-8:00pm
Pennsauken BOE Conference
Meeting – Adm. Bldg.
7:00pm
25
20
HS – Homecoming Pageant
and Dance – 6:00pm
26
27
HS – Football
Bishop Eustace HS – H
11:00am
SCHOOLS CLOSED
THANKSGIVING
30
SCHOOLS CLOSED
S M
3
10
17
24
31
HS – National Honor Society
Induction – 7:00pm
4
11
18
25
OCTOBER
T W T
5
12
19
26
6
13
20
27
7
14
21
28
F
1
8
15
22
29
S
2
9
16
23
30
S M
5
12
19
26
6
13
20
27
DECEMBER
T W T
1 2
7 8 9
14 15 16
21 22 23
28 29 30
F
3
10
17
24
31
S
4
11
18
25
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NATIONAL PTA CHILD SAFETY AND PROTECTION MONTH
Medication Policy
If medication needs to be given during school hours, these STRICT rules must
be met or the medication will not be given.
• Specific written request by the child’s doctor to the school nurse noting the
name of the medication, the dosage, the time it is to be given, and any
specific instructions needed.
• Written request from the parent to give the medication
• The medication MUST be brought to the school by the parent/guardian or
other designated responsible adult. The adult must sign in the medication
with the nurse. No student under age 18 may carry their medication to or
from school.
• The medication must be in the original pharmacy container labeled with the
name of the patient, name of the medication, dosage, physician’s name and
the date.
• Non-prescription medications must be in the original container.
By law, medications are given in school by the registered nurse or parent only.
No nurse may administer medications in New Jersey without written instructions
by the patient’s physician. Any specific questions regarding medication
administration in schools should be directed to the school nurse.
ATTENTION
It is important to keep the school nurse informed of any
changes in your child’s health status. Also inform the
nurse of immunization boosters or vaccines whenever
your child receives them. Up-to-date school health records
are important for your child’s well being and continued
attendance in school.
Physical Examination Requirements
According to New Jersey law, all students enrolling in a school district must have a
current physical exam done by their private physician. A written report of the exam
must be provided to the school. This physical exam is a requirement for attendance
and must be satisfied within 60 days of enrollment. Appropriate paper work will be
given at the time of enrollment. If you do not have health insurance for your child,
please contact the school nurse for advice and assistance.
Physical Exams are also required for interscholastic sports participation in grades 6
through 12. If your child is trying out for a sport, specific information will be provided
regarding these requirements.
Emergency Card Information
NJ FamilyCare applications are available in all schools.
A current, readily accessible emergency card shall be available for each student.
The information on this card is very important should there be an emergency
during school hours. We ask that parents/guardians provide home, work, cell
phone, and pager numbers. In addition, the names and phone numbers of
two other adults who can assume temporary responsibility for your child must
be provided. The name and phone number of your child’s primary physician,
the hospital of choice and any other pertinent health information must also
be provided. The emergency card must be signed by the parent or guardian.
Please notify the school office immediately if any of the information originally
provided on the emergency card changes throughout the school year.
Care for the Ill and Injured During School Hours
For complete Health Services Information go to
our website www.pennsauken.net
If you have any concerns regarding your child’s health status on any given day,
please feel free to call the school nurse.
The quality of a child’s learning is in direct proportion to his/her health status and ability
to adapt to any limitations. The primary goal of school health services is to strive for
the optimum level of wellness in every student so learning can be achieved. Parents,
students and health care professionals need to communicate well to achieve this goal.
A registered nurse is on duty during regular school hours. If an accident occurs, first
aid will be administered. No care beyond first aid will be given by the school doctor
or nurse. If care beyond first aid is needed, you will be contacted. If illness occurs
during school hours and the nurse feels it is in the best interest of your child that he/
she go home early, you will be called to pick up your child.
If your child has a fever (> 100 degrees), he/she should stay home until the temperature
is normal for 24 hours without fever reducing medications such as Tylenol or Motrin.
Be sure to use a thermometer to measure your child’s temperature. Note: During times
of flu outbreak, the schools will follow guidelines for exclusion as issued by the CDC,
NJ Department of Health and Camden County Department of Health.
Any suspicious rash must be checked by your doctor or clinic with a note sent to the
school nurse. Many rashes are contagious and can affect other students.
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1695 Hylton Road, Pennsauken, NJ 08110
856-662-8505 • www.pennsauken.net
DECEMBER 2010
SUNDAY
S M
1
7 8
14 15
21 22
28 29
MONDAY
NOVEMBER
T W T
2 3 4
9 10 11
16 17 18
23 24 25
30
F
5
12
19
26
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
1
S
6
13
20
27
THURSDAY
2
FRIDAY
3
SATURDAY
4
HS – SAT Tests
5
6
7
8
PEARL HARBOR DAY
12
13
14
15
IS – Winter Band Concert at
Phifer Middle School
7:00pm
19
20
21
27
MS – Winter Concert (Chorus,
Strings, Concert and Jazz
Band) – 7:00pm
22
10
11
17
18
24
25
HS – Winter Vocal and
Instrumental Music Concert
7:00pm
16
Pennsauken BOE Conference
Meeting – Adm. Bldg.
7:00pm
23
HALF SESSION DAY
Pennsauken BOE Business
Meeting – PHS Rm. #327
7:00pm
26
IS – Winter Concert (Chorus)
7:00pm at Phifer Middle
School
9
MS – Progress Report Mailed
PRE-K AND ELEM – Winter Blast
28
29
CHRISTMAS DAY
Winter Break – Schools Closed
30
Winter Break – Schools Closed
31
S M
2
9
16
23
30
3
10
17
24
31
JANUARY
T W T
4
11
18
25
5
12
19
26
6
13
20
27
F S
1
7 8
14 15
21 22
28 29
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Annual Integrated Pest Management Notice For School Year 2009-2010
Dear Parent, Guardian, or Staff Member:
This notice is being distributed to comply with the New Jersey School Integrated Pest Management Act. Pennsauken Township School District has adopted an Integrated Pest
Management (IPM) Policy and has implemented an IPM Plan to comply with this law. IPM is a holistic, preventive approach to managing pests that is explained further in the school’s
IPM Policy included with this notice.
All schools in New Jersey are required to have an Integrated Pest Management Coordinator (IPM Coordinator) to oversee all activities related to IPM and pesticide use at the school.
The IPM Coordinator and Co-Coordinators for Pennsauken Township Public Schools are:
District Coordinator
Jack Killion – District Operations Coordinator
Business Phone Number: (856) 662-8505 Ext. 6520
Elementary School Co-Coordinator
Frank Warwick – Supervisor
Business Address: 1695 Hylton Road, Pennsauken, New Jersey 08110
Intermediate/Middle School Co-Coordinator
Tom Holmes – Supervisor
High School Co-Coordinator
Eric Seislove – Supervisor
The IPM Coordinator maintains the pesticide product label, and the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) (when one is available), of each pesticide product that may be used on school
property. The label and the MSDS are available for review by a parent, guardian, staff member, or student attending the school. Also, the IPM Coordinator is available to parents,
guardians, and staff members for information and to discuss comments about IPM activities and pesticide use at the school.
As part of a school pest management plan, Pennsauken Township Public Schools may use pesticides to control pests. The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and
the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) register pesticides to determine that the use of a pesticide in accordance with instructions printed on the label does
not pose an unreasonable risk to human health and the environment. Nevertheless, the EPA and the DEP cannot guarantee that registered pesticides do not pose any risk to human
health, thus unnecessary exposure to pesticides should be avoided. The EPA has issued the statement that where possible, persons who are potentially sensitive, such as pregnant
women, infants and children, should avoid unnecessary pesticide exposure.
PENNSAUKEN TOWNSHIP PUBLIC SCHOOLS
INTEGRATED PEST MANAGEMENT IN SCHOOLS
POLICY
KM
ADOPTED 06/29/04
The New Jersey School Integrated Pest Management Act of 2002 requires schools to implement a school integrated pest management policy.
The law requires the superintendent of the school district, for each school in the district, to implement Integrated Pest Management (IPM) procedures to control pests and minimize exposure of children, faculty, and
staff to pesticides. Pennsauken School District shall therefore develop and maintain an IPM plan as part of the school’s policy.
Integrated pest management procedures in schools
Implementation of IPM procedures will determine when to control pests and whether to use mechanical, physical, cultural, biological, or chemical methods. Applying IPM principles prevents unacceptable levels of
pest damage by the most economical means and with the least possible hazard to people, property, and the environment. Each school shall consider the full range of management options, including no action at all.
Non-pesticide pest management methods are to be used whenever possible. The choice of using a pesticide shall be based on a review of all other available options and a determination that these options are not
effective or not reasonable. When it is determined that a pesticide must be used, low impact pesticides and methods are preferred and shall be considered for use first.
Development of IPM plans
The school IPM plan is a blueprint of how the Pennsauken School District will manage pests through IPM methods. The school IPM plan states the school’s goals regarding the management of pests and the use
of pesticides. It reflects the school’s site-specific needs. The IPM plan shall provide a description of how each component of the school IPM policy will be implemented at the school. The Board of Education of the
Township of Pennsauken, in collaboration with the school building administrator (principal), shall be responsible for the development of the IPM plan for each school.
IPM Coordinator
The Board of Education of the Township of Pennsauken shall designate an integrated pest management coordinator, who is responsible for the implementation of the school integrated pest management policy.
Education/Training
The school community will be educated about potential pest problems and IPM methods used to achieve the pest management objectives. The IPM coordinator, other school staff and pesticide applicators involved
with implementation of the school IPM policy will be trained in appropriate components of IPM as it pertains to the school environment. Students, parents/guardians will be provided information on this policy and
instructed on how they can contribute to the success of the IPM program.
Record keeping
Records of pesticide used shall be maintained on site to meet the requirements of the state regulatory agency and the school board.
Records shall also include, but are not limited to, pest surveillance data sheets and other non-pesticide pest management methods and practices utilized.
Notification/Posting
The Board of Education of the Township of Pennsauken is responsible for timely notification to students’ parents or guardians and the school staff of pesticide treatments pursuant to the School IPM Act.
Re-entry
Re-entry to a pesticide treated area shall conform to the requirements of the School IPM Act.
Pesticide applicators
The IPM coordinator shall ensure that applicators follow state regulations, including licensing requirements and label precautions, and must comply with all components of the School IPM Policy.
Evaluation
Annually, for public schools, the IPM Coordinator will report to the Board of Education on the effectiveness of the IPM plan and make recommendations for improvement as needed.
The Board of Education of the Township of Pennsauken directs the School Business Administrator/Board Secretary, Coordinator of District Operations, and Building Principals to develop regulations/procedures for
the implementation of this policy.
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1695 Hylton Road, Pennsauken, NJ 08110
856-662-8505 • www.pennsauken.net
JANUARY 2011
SUNDAY
S M
5
12
19
26
6
13
20
27
MONDAY
DECEMBER
T W T
1 2
7 8 9
14 15 16
21 22 23
28 29 30
F
3
10
17
24
31
S
4
11
18
25
2
FEBRUARY
T W T
1 2 3
6 7 8 9 10
13 14 15 16 17
20 21 22 23 24
27 28
S M
TUESDAY
F
4
11
18
25
S
5
12
19
26
3
Winter Break
Schools Closed
9
23
24
GED CLASSES
BEGIN
DE – Winter Concert – 7:00pm
25
BU – Winter
Concert
7:00pm
30
LO – Winter Concert – 7:00pm
18
SCHOOLS CLOSED
MARTIN LUTHER
KING JR. DAY
31
SATURDAY
1
5
NEW YEAR’S DAY
Winter Break
Schools Closed
6
7
8
14
15
21
22
HS – Financial Aid Night
7:00pm
11
17
FRIDAY
Begins on January 31, 2011 at Phifer Middle
School. See back cover for registration
information.
SCHOOLS REOPEN
CA – Winter Concert – 7:00pm
THURSDAY
Adult Basic Education / GED Classes
4
10
16
WEDNESDAY
IS – Winter Chorus Concert
7:00pm at Phifer Middle
School
PRE-K – Report Cards
Distributed
12
IS – Winter Band Concert
7:00pm at Phifer Middle
19
FR – Winter Concert – 7:00pm
26
FI – Winter Concert – 7:00pm
13
RO – Winter Concert – 7:00pm
HS – End of 2nd Marking
Period
HS – Financial Aid Night
7:00pm (Snow Date)
20
Pennsauken BOE Conference
Meeting – Adm. Bldg.
7:00pm
27
Pennsauken BOE Business
Meeting – PHS Rm. #327
7:00pm
ELEM – End of 2nd Marking
Period
28
29
IS – End of 2nd Marking
Period
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NATIONAL EYE HEALTH CARE MONTH
PTA IN PENNSAUKEN SCHOOLS
Established in each of our schools is an active PTA. The PTAs in Pennsauken
work hard to provide quality programs for the students in our community.
They also work to enhance many of the district’s programs, both financially
and with their group of volunteer parents.
More and more parents today are discovering that to improve the quality
of their child’s education, they must get involved in school activities. Becoming active has an even more immediate benefit as well. Bring involved
tells your child that you believe school is important.
We encourage everyone to participate and become involved in the PTA
in your local school. Please join your PTA as your membership is vital to
our success. When you join PTA you become part of the network of local,
county state, and National PTA organizations dedicated to the welfare of
all children.
Pennsauken Zone PTA was organized to promote fellowship, community
spirit and an exchange of ideas by providing joint meetings among the
local PTA units in Pennsauken. Please join us in the activities of the
Pennsauken Zone PTA.
Pennsauken Zone
PTA Local President Listing
Baldwin School PTA President
Candice Jaroszewski – 662-8464
Burling School PTA President
Jennifer Price – 662-1923
Carson School PTA President
Cherie Raymond – 662-5751
Delair School PTA President
Tammy Tuvell – 662-6164
Fine School PTA President
Lisa Connelly – 662-8568
Franklin School PTA President
Danielle Schneider – 662-6455
Longfellow School PTA President
To Be Announced – 662-9037
Roosevelt School PTA President
Alexis Kouvatas – 662-8141
Pennsauken Intermediate School PTA President
To Be Announced – 662-8501
H.M. Phifer Middle School PTA President
To Be Announced – 662-8511
Pennsauken High School PTA President
Paula Reeve – 662-8500
Pennsauken Zone PTA Chairman
Amy Fravel – 662-4977
PTA FACTS
• National PTA is the largest volunteer child advocacy
organization in the United States. A not-for-profit association
of parents, educators, students, and other citizens active in
their schools and communities, PTA is a leader in reminding
our nation of its obligations to children.
• It is important for home and school to work together to
help children successfully adjust to the early elementary,
middle school, and high school grades in order to fully
benefit from new school experiences. Membership is open
to anyone who is concerned with the education, health, and
welfare of children and youth. Be sure to join your local
school PTA. You will be notified when their Membership
Campaign begins.
• PTAs serve as a type of forum where parents, teachers,
administrators, and other concerned adults discuss ways
to promote quality education, strive to expand the arts,
encourage community involvement, and work for a healthy
environment and safe neighborhoods.
Any questions, please contact Mrs. Amy Fravel, Zone Chairman
at 662-4977.
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1695 Hylton Road, Pennsauken, NJ 08110
856-662-8505 • www.pennsauken.net
FEBRUARY 2011
SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
1
WEDNESDAY
2
MS – End of 2nd Marking
Period
6
7
8
13
14
15
3
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
4
5
11
12
HS – 8th Grade Student
Orientation – 7:00pm
9
IS – Parent/Teacher
Conferences/Book Fair
5:00-8:00pm
BOY SCOUT DAY
THURSDAY
16
10
MS – Parent/Teacher
Conferences
5:30-8:30pm
17
HS – ACT Testing
LINCOLN’S DAY
18
19
25
26
NATIONAL PTA
FOUNDERS’ DAY
Pennsauken BOE Conference
Meeting – Adm. Bldg.
7:00pm
VALENTINE’S DAY
20
21
PRESIDENT’S DAY
SCHOOLS CLOSED
27
22
WASHINGTON’S BIRTHDAY
23
HS – Parent/Teacher
Conferences
5:30-8:30pm
24
Pennsauken BOE Business
Meeting – PHS Rm. #327
7:00pm
28
S M
2
9
16
23
30
3
10
17
24
31
JANUARY
T W T
4
11
18
25
5
12
19
26
6
13
20
27
F S
1
7 8
14 15
21 22
28 29
S M
6
13
20
27
7
14
21
28
MARCH
T W T
1 2 3
8 9 10
15 16 17
22 23 24
29 30 31
F
4
11
18
25
S
5
12
19
26
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Pennsauken
Pennsauken Special Services
Special Services Department
Project Childfind
For school age children, every effort is made to assist the student in
regular education classes. The intervention & Referral Services (I&RS)
Committee develops interventions that will be implemented in the regular
education class. However, if these interventions do not meet the needs
of the student, a referral can be made to the child study team or speech
language specialist. A teacher, administrator, parent, other school staff,
or an agency can make a referral. However, if warranted, a direct referral
to the child study team or speech language specialist is appropriate.
Pennsauken’s Project Child Find is designated to increase public
awareness to assist in the identification of underserved youth with
a delay or disability from age three to twenty-one.
Parents are involved in every step of the decision-making process from
meeting with the I&RS Committee, to giving consent to evaluate, to
giving information regarding their child’s development history and their
perception of their child’s needs and finally, if eligible, giving consent
for services.
Pennsauken provides the following
Special Education Programs:
• Preschool Disabilities Program - five half days a week
• Preschool Disabilities Program for children with significant developmental
delays that have been diagnosed with autism
• Autistic Program - Primary (K-1)
• Multiply Disabilities Program - Kindergarten - Twelfth Grade
• Learning and/or Language Mild to moderate - Kindergarten - 4th
(Self-contained); Grade 5 - 12th (departmentalized)
• Learning and/or Language Severe - Kindergarten - 5
• Behavioral Disabilities Program - Kindergarten - 4th
(self-contained); Grades 5 - 12th (departmentalized)
• Resource Center Programs - Kindergarten - 12th
For more information you may call the Special Services Department at
(856) 675-1257 or visit the Department’s website at www.pennsauken.net
for current assignments.
Prior to reaching school age, if your child or someone you
know, ages three to five, has trouble speaking, seeing, hearing,
walking, running or manipulating small objects, the child may be
experiencing developmental delays. Call the child study team at
(856) 675-1257.
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1695 Hylton Road, Pennsauken, NJ 08110
856-662-8505 • www.pennsauken.net
MARCH 2011
SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
1
DR. SEUSS - READ
ACROSS AMERICA WEEK
6
WEDNESDAY
2
THURSDAY
3
4
5
8
9
10
11
12
High School HSPA Testing (Make Ups)
14
15
16
MS – Progress Reports Mailed
17
18
HS – SAT Testing
19
ST. PATRICK’S DAY
GIRL SCOUT DAY
DAYLIGHT-SAVING
TIME BEGINS
20
SATURDAY
High School HSPA Testing
7
13
FRIDAY
Pennsauken BOE Conference
Meeting – Adm. Bldg.
7:00pm
HS – Senior Trip Parent
Meeting – 7:00pm
21
22
23
24
SCHOOLS CLOSED
TEACHER IN SERVICE
25
26
HS – End of 3rd Marking
Period
Pennsauken BOE Business
Meeting – PHS Rm. #327
7:00pm
27
28
29
30
31
PALM SUNDAY
HS – Senior Trip
HS – Senior Trip
FEBRUARY
T W T
1 2 3
6 7 8 9 10
13 14 15 16 17
20 21 22 23 24
27 28
S M
F
4
11
18
25
S
5
12
19
26
S M
APRIL
T W T
3
10
17
24
5
12
19
26
4
11
18
25
6
13
20
27
7
14
21
28
F
1
8
15
22
29
S
2
9
16
23
30
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WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH
Rick D. Brown
President
Danny O’Brien
Vice President
Matthew McDevitt
Bernhard Kofoet
Samantha Muller
Jaye A. Silver
Kathy
Andrews-Williams
Michael Stargell
Dung Nguyen
2010-2011
5,600
James F. Chapman, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools
Pasquale Yacovelli
School Business
Administrator/Board
Secretary
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1695 Hylton Road, Pennsauken, NJ 08110
856-662-8505 • www.pennsauken.net
APRIL 2011
SUNDAY
S M
6
13
20
27
7
14
21
28
3
MONDAY
MARCH
T W T
1 2 3
8 9 10
15 16 17
22 23 24
29 30 31
F
4
11
18
25
S
5
12
19
26
S
1
8
15
22
29
M
2
9
16
23
30
T
3
10
17
24
31
MAY
W
4
11
18
25
4
T
5
12
19
26
TUESDAY
F
6
13
20
27
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
1
S
7
14
21
28
SATURDAY
2
ELEM – End of the 3rd Marking
Period
5
6
HS – Spring Instrumental
Music Concert – 7:00pm
7
8
9
IS – 4th Grade Parent
Visitation/Orientation Night
7:00pm
IS – End of the 3rd Marking
Period
IS – 4th Grade Student Visitation/Orientation
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
20
21
22
23
MS – End of the 3rd Marking
Period
17
18
19
IS – Spring Band, Strings, and
Drum Line Concert – 7:00pm
at Phifer Middle
24
25
Spring Break – Schools Closed
26
SCHOOLS REOPEN
* SEE NOTE BELOW
Pennsauken BOE Conference
Meeting – Adm. Bldg.
7:00pm
27
PROFESSIONAL
SECRETARIES DAY
EARTH DAY
PRE-K AND ELEM
Spring Fling
28
Spring Break – Schools Closed
29
30
Pennsauken BOE
Business/Reorganization
Meeting – PHS Rm. #327
7:00pm
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* If three (3) snow days are used, school will be in session on Tuesday, April 26, 2011.
NATIONAL CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION MONTH
HIGH SCHOOL
Co-Curricular Activities
EMERGENCY SCHOOL CLOSING
Pennsauken Public Schools Number: 558
Pennsauken Evening School Number: 2558
In the event that snow and inclement weather make driving too hazardous,
schools may be closed. An announcement of the closing will be made
between 6:00am and 8:00am by all area radio and TV stations. Rather
than announcing the name of every school district closed, code numbers
have been assigned to speed up identification. The Pennsauken Public
School closing number is 558. If our code number 558 is not announced,
school will be open. PLEASE DO NOT CALL THE SCHOOL. Lines will be
needed for emergency arrangements. Please watch Pennsauken Channel
19 for up to the minute information.
The district utilizes PARENTLINK to notify parents of emergency school
closings and to deliver other important school information to parents.
Please make sure you continue to keep your school updated throughout
the school year with any change in your telephone or email information.
Time Schedules
Pennsauken High School
H.M. Phifer Middle School
Intermediate School
Elementary Schools
Begin
End
7:10am
7:50am
8:20am
8:50am
1:50pm
2:26pm
3:03pm
3:37pm
Early Dismissal
11:34am
12:11pm
12:42pm
1:30pm
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Student Council
National Honor Society
Double Dozen Show Choir
School Play
Jazz Band
Marching Band
Concert Band
Indoor Guard
Sports Programs
Art Club
Leo Club
Foreign Language Clubs
Partners In Art
Ecology Club
S.A.D.D.
Ski Club
Student Newspaper – The Penndian
Yearbook - Legend
The Looking Glass (Literary/Arts
Magazine)
African American Culture Club
Asian Student Association
Impact Prayer Club
Stage Crew
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1695 Hylton Road, Pennsauken, NJ 08110
856-662-8505 • www.pennsauken.net
MAY 2011
SUNDAY
MONDAY
1
2
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
3
4
RO – Spring Concert
7:00pm
SCHOOL NURSE’S DAY
TEACHER
APPRECIATION WEEK
8
10
HS – Spring Vocal
Music Concert
7:00pm
FRIDAY
5
SATURDAY
6
7
13
14
LO – Spring Concert
7:00pm
HS – Spring Instrumental
Music Concert – 7:00pm
NJASK Testing for Grades 6, 7 and 8
DE – Spring Concert – 7:00pm
9
THURSDAY
11
MS – Spring Concert
(Choral) – 7:00pm
12
FI – Spring
Concert – 7:00pm
MS – 8th Grade Washington,
DC Trip
HS – Junior Prom
NJASK Testing for Grade 3 & 5
NJASK Testing for Grade 4
NJASK Testing for Grade 6, 7 & 8 (Make-Ups)
MOTHER’S DAY
15
16
FR – Spring Concert – 7:00pm
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18
HS – End of Course
Biology Testing
MS – 7th Grade Walking Trip to
Philadelphia
HS – End of Course
Biology Testing
19
MS – 7th Grade
Walking Trip to
Philadelphia
IS - Spring Choral Concert –
7:00pm at Phifer Middle School
Pennsauken BOE Conference
Meeting – Adm. Bldg. – 7:00pm
20
21
HS – Senior Prom
NJASK Testing for Grade 3, 4 and 5 (Make-Ups)
22
23
BU – Spring Concert – 7:00pm
24
25
MS – Progress Reports Mailed
CA - Spring Concert – 7:00pm
MS – Spring Concert (Strings,
Concert, and Band) 7:00pm
26
27
Pennsauken BOE Business
Meeting – PHS Rm. #327
7:00pm
Special Services Award Night
PHS Rm. #327 – 7:00pm
28
HS – Honors Breakfast – 8:00am
HS – End of Course – Algebra Testing
29
30
SCHOOLS CLOSED
MEMORIAL DAY
31
ELEM – End of 4th Marking
Period
HS – Athletic Awards
Program – 6:30pm at
Savoy’s
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APRIL
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11
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7
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S
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30
F
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10
17
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11
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25
A wise person looks not to get rich quick,
but to get rich slowly.
Learn something new every day.
Member FDIC
* If one (1) snow days are used, school will be in session on Friday, May 27, 2011.
NATIONAL SPORTS AND PHYSICAL FITNESS MONTH
USE OF SCHOOL FACILITIES
School buildings are publicly owned facilities supported by the local taxpayers.
For this reason the Board of Education makes them available to community
groups when not being used by students. This is done in accordance with
guidelines and policies adopted by the Board. Because of the demand for use
of school facilities by community groups requested several months in advance.
To obtain an application for use of school facilities, call 662-8505 ext. 6520.
Affirmative Action Officer Designees for the
district are:
District Affirmative Action Officers
Dr. James Chapman . . District Equity Officer
Ricardo Taylor . . . . . . District Affirmative Action Officer
Administration Office, Hylton Rd.
Building Affirmative Action Officers
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION
POSITION STATEMENT
“The Pennsauken Board of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer”…and
will not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion,
sex, age, ancestry, national origin, handicap, or social or economic status in its
educational programs or activities and employment policies required by Title 1X
of the Educational Amendments of 1972 and N.J.A.C. 67:4-1.1 et. seq.
The Pennsauken Board of Education has an Affirmative Action Program including
an Affirmative Action Classroom Practices Plan and an Affirmative Action
Employment Practices Plan. Copies of these plans are on file in the Principal’s
Office and/or Library and are available to all interested parties.
The Pennsauken Board of Education recognizes the right of its employees/
students to work and study in an environment, which is free from sexual
harassment. Immediate and appropriate action will be taken against any
person found liable for sexually harassing another person within the school
environment. Reference: Board Policy JBA – Sexual Harassment of Employees
and Students
Board Policy JB/GBA outlines Grievance/Complaint Procedures to be used when
reporting incidents of discrimination and/or sexual harassment. Any person
who has a complaint with regard to discrimination and/or sexual harassment
should contact the appropriate Affirmative Action Officer.
Tameka Matthews ....... Carson and Baldwin Schools
Martin Slater ............... Delair and Burling Schools
Rosalyn Lawrence ....... Fine and Roosevelt Schools
Landrus Lewis ............. Franklin and Longfellow Schools
Anne Morris ................ Pennsauken Intermediate School
Monroe Logan............. Phifer Middle School
Dennis Vinson ............. High School and B. T. Washington School
Pasquale Yacovelli ...... Affirmative Action Officer – Maintenance
Pasquale Yacovelli ...... Affirmative Action Officer – Transportation
Pasquale Yacovelli ...... Affirmative Action Officer – Food Services
Marty DeLape.............. Affirmative Action Officer – Special Education
STUDENT INSURANCE
The school district will be providing insurance coverage for all students
during regular school hours for school related activities. An additional low
cost student accident insurance to provide twenty-four hour coverage is also
available. Information concerning this policy will be sent home at the beginning
of the school year. Those wishing to participate in the program must register
during the enrollment period. The coverage may not be purchased after the
enrollment period closes. Students must return the insurance form with the
paid premium or the form signed by a parent indicating that the parent does
not wish to purchase the insurance.
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1695 Hylton Road, Pennsauken, NJ 08110
856-662-8505 • www.pennsauken.net
JUNE 2011
SUNDAY
S
1
8
15
22
29
M
2
9
16
23
30
T
3
10
17
24
31
MAY
W
4
11
18
25
MONDAY
T
5
12
19
26
F
6
13
20
27
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
1
S
7
14
21
28
2
FRIDAY
3
IS – Learn to Swim
5
6
7
8
Pre-K/ELEM – Summer Jam
12
13
MS - Promotion – PHS
Stadium – 6:30pm
HALF SESSION DAY
FOR STUDENTS
19
20
FATHER’S DAY
26
THURSDAY
14
15
IS, MS & HS – End of 4th
Marking Period
16
4
HS – SAT Tests
10
11
HALF SESSION DAY
FOR STUDENTS
17
18
24
25
HS – Graduation – PHS
Stadium – 6:30pm
LAST DAY OF SCHOOL
(HALF-SESSION)
* SEE NOTE BELOW
21
Pennsauken BOE Conference
Meeting – Adm. Bldg.
7:00pm
22
Elem/High School/Middle
School/Intermediate School
Summer School Begins
27
9
SATURDAY
23
Pennsauken BOE Business
Meeting – PHS Rm. #327
7:00pm
28
29
30
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10
17
24
31
4
11
18
25
JULY
T W T
5
12
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7
14
21
28
F
1
8
15
22
29
S
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9
16
23
30
The average lifespan of a dollar bill
is about 21 months.
Learn something new every day.
* If two (2) snow days are used, school will be in session on Tuesday, June 14, 2011.
Member FDIC
STUDENT DRESS CODE
The Pennsauken Board of Education firmly believes that good grooming and
appropriate dress enhance the educational environment and promote good
conduct in the schools.
During the school day, clothing of students should be neat and clean. Building
administrators are to determine the appropriateness of student dress and
enforce the standards on this policy.
UNIFORMS ARE MANDATORY IN ALL PENNSAUKEN SCHOOLS
KINDERGARTEN THROUGH TWELFTH GRADE AS PER BOARD OF
EDUCATION POLICY JFCAA
The Elementary school dress code for wearing uniforms is as
follows:
• Tan or dark blue pants, skirts, jumpers, culottes, or shorts on hot
days. No sweatpants or blue jeans.
• Dark blue polo style button-front shirts with short or long
sleeves.
The Intermediate and Middle School dress code for wearing uniforms
is as follows:
• Tan or dark blue pants, skirts, jumpers, culottes, or shorts on hot
days. No sweatpants or blue jeans.
• Light blue polo style button-front shirts with short or long
sleeves.
The Pennsauken High School dress code for wearing uniforms is as
follows:
• Tan or dark blue pants, skirts, jumpers, culottes, or shorts on hot
days. No sweatpants or blue jeans.
• Dark blue or Red polo style button-front shirts with short or long
sleeves.
The following instructions are applicable to students K to 12:
• Students must wear appropriate footwear
• No hats or head coverings (i.e. scarves, bandannas) of any kind
are to be worn in school unless approved by the school principal
for a special occasion
For additional questions regarding the Uniform Policy, please contact
your child’s individual school.
School Property
The school attempts to impress upon its students a sense of responsibility toward
school property at all times. Students may be held responsible for property damage
due to carelessness or abuse. Parents are asked to cooperate by encouraging their
children to respect school property. Students are also expected to show respect
toward all private property surrounding the school and property that is passed to
and from school or at bus stops.
SCHOOL VISITORS
For the safety of your children it is required that all visitors and parents report
to the office upon entering the building. Once the purpose of the visit has been
established, a visitor’s badge will be issued. Persons who fail to register in the office
will be subject to possible arrest and/or charges being filed as per local trespassing
ordinances. Parents always have access to the school to solve immediate concerns
such as forgotten money, lunches, books, etc. Please leave them in the office for
delivery to your child.
Student Attendance
The Pennsauken Board of Education recognizes and accepts its responsibilities to
provide a thorough and efficient education for every student within the district in
accordance with the law of the State of New Jersey. The Board cannot successfully
fulfill its responsibility to the student unless the student is present for all regularly
scheduled classes. It is essential therefore, that every student and every parent or
guardian accept the responsibility for the students’ attendance at school.
District Curriculum Activities
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•
•
•
•
Gifted and Talented Program
Basic Skills Programs
Computer Education Programs
Advanced Placement and Honors Classes
Regularly scheduled classes in Art, Music, Science Lab and Physical Education,
Choral Music, and Instrumental Music
• Special Education Programs
• World Language Programs
• Full Day Kindergarten Programs
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1695 Hylton Road, Pennsauken, NJ 08110
856-662-8505 • www.pennsauken.net
JULY 2011
SUNDAY
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12
19
26
6
13
20
27
JUNE
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14 15
21 22
28 29
MONDAY
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16
23
30
F
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10
17
24
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18
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14 15
21 22
28 29
AUGUST
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16 17 18
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30 31
TUESDAY
F
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12
19
26
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WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
S
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27
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
1
2
5
6
7
8
9
INDEPENDENCE DAY
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The piggy bank got its name from the medieval practice
of saving coins in jars made of a clay called “pygg.”
Learn something new every day.
Member FDIC
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1695 Hylton Road, Pennsauken, NJ 08110
856-662-8505 • www.pennsauken.net
AUGUST 2011
SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
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25
26
27
BA – Open House – 6:30pm
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29
30
31
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11
18
25
JULY
T W T
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12
19
26
6
13
20
27
7
14
21
28
F
1
8
15
22
29
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2
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16
23
30
SEPTEMBER
T W T F
1 2
5 6 7 8 9
12 13 14 15 16
19 20 21 22 23
26 27 28 29 30
S M
4
11
18
25
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3
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People guess “heads” three times more often than
“tails.” They’re correct half the time.
Learn something new every day.
Member FDIC
Member FDIC
FOR INFORMATION SEE
Affirmative Action - June
Attendance - July
Co-Curricular - May
Curriculum Activities - July
Directory of Personnel
Inside Cover
Dress Code - July
Emergency Closings - May
Facilities Use - June
Health Care - December
Immunization Information
November
Pennsauken Public Schools
1695 Hylton Road
Pennsauken, NJ 08110
Non-Profit Organization
U.S. Postage
PAID
Bellmawr, NJ
Integrated Pest Management
Policy - January
Permit No. 1136
Medication Policy - December
PTA - February
Registration Procedures
November
School Calendar - September
Special Services - March
Student Insurance - June
Time Schedules - May
POSTAL CUSTOMER
ECRWSS
Transportation - October
Adult Basic Education / GED Classes
Now is the time to earn a high school diploma. Pennsauken Public Schools in cooperation with Camden County College, through the NJ Department of Labor offers
classes to prepare adult learners to achieve success on the GED test and earn their General Education Diploma. The program is free of charge and includes free study
materials. Classes meet Monday through Thursday from 7:00 to 10:00pm and run for twelve weeks. Adult Basic Education Classes begin on Monday, September 20,
2010 at Howard M. Phifer Middle School, 8201 Park Avenue. To register and to schedule your entrance test, please call 856-675-1262.
If you have never attended or completed high school and you are looking to earn your NJ High School Diploma this is the program for you. Make the commitment
to attend this program on a regular basis and you will gain the skills and knowledge to help you achieve satisfactory scores on the new GED tests, which are given
throughout the year at Camden County College and other community colleges in NJ. For additional information, please call Martin Slater, Assistant Superintendent at
856-675-1262. The second session begins on Monday, January 31, 2011 at the same location and time.