Family Newsletter
Take Your Child to Work Day - April 23
Please complete the form below if you plan to take your child to work on Thursday, April 23, 2026.
Plastic Recycling
We are still continuing to collect plastic to recycle for an outdoor bench. Plastic can be brought to the main office to drop off.
Take a look at the Recycling Challenge Slideshow for more information about what can (and cannot be recycled).
Message from our Carnival Sponser: Philly Art Center!
The Woodcrest Elementary School PTA is excited to announce that our community partner, Philly Art Center, is offering a NEW Van-Service from Woodcrest Elementary to their studios!
Choose 1-5 days per week, by the season, and kids ages 5-12 enjoy a wide range of skill-building creative classes curated by Philly Art Center’s stellar teaching team! Programs run til 6pm, daily.
Every afternoon is intentionally designed to inspire, challenge, and guide your kiddo through creative play, snack time, and studio explorations - draw, paint, build, and sculpt!
Seasons
Fall 2026: September 8th - December 23th
Winter/Spring 2027: January 4th - June 17th
Discounts:
5% off sibling discount when you register at the same time!
Plus… After School Art families can take advantage of add-on van service on early dismissal days by enrolling in Philly Art Center’s Half Day Vacation Camps, offered from 1:00–4:00pm. The 2026 Vacation Camp schedule, with Full Day and Half Day options, is open online for registration with limited space.
April is Autism Awareness Month
April 14: Report Cards available on Genesis
April 15: 4th & 5th Grade Spring Concert
April 17: Woodcrest Carnival
April 21: PTA Meeting
April 24: STAR Games
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and Jewish American History Month
May 6-19: NJSLA Testing Window
May 22: No School, Teacher In-Service
May 25: No School, Memorial Day
May 29: Field Day
June 1: Shark Squad: Core Value of Accountability
June 5: Field Day (Rain Date)
June 5: Talent Show & Art Show
June 15: 5th Grade Moving Up Ceremony, 10am
June 16: Senior Clap Out
June 16-18: 1:00 Dismissal Days
June 18: Last Day of School
An updated District Calendar is available on the district website.
Mental Health Concerns for the Community
CHPS has partnered with Care Solace to provide free Mental Health Supports to our students, staff, and families. The Care Solace team can quickly connect you to verified providers in our community. Click Here to connect with a care provider or contact your school counselor for more information.
