HAS Weekly Update

Dear HAS Community,

Please be reminded that there will be no school on the following dates: Tuesday, 11/4/25;

Thursday, 11/6/25; Friday, 11/7/25.

Thank you.

Kevin Deacon

This is a reminder about the school schedule for Tuesday, November 11, 2025.

Please note that this is a Single Session (Early Dismissal) day for Elementary Students ONLY.

Middle School students will have a normal, full day of school (8:00 am - 2:52 pm).

Elementary School Schedule (11/11):

• K - PM Class Only: 8:40 am – 11:20 am

• Grades 1 - 5: 8:40 am – 12:40 pm

New Jersey Student Learning Assessments - Adaptive (NJSLA-A) Field Test dates are below.

Schedule:

Grades 4 and 5 - Writing November 5, 2025

Grades 6-8 - Math and Reading - November 3, 2025, Writing November 5, 2025

To ensure a smooth testing experience, it is essential that students:

• Arrive at school on time.

• Bring a fully charged Chromebook.

• Bring a pair of wired headphones that are compatible with their Chromebook.

Cranford Public Schools is honored to commemorate Veterans Day again this year by welcoming local veterans to participate in our planned activities across the district on Tuesday, November 11th. If you or another family member is interested in participating in this year's events, please click here to register.

Elementary Parent-Teacher Conferences Only

Single Session Schedule:

K - PM Class Only: 8:40am - 11:20am

Grades 1 - 5: 8:40am - 12:40pm

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 7:00pm

Regular FULL DAY Schedule for Middle School Students:

8:00am - 2:52pm

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 7:00pm

To purchase a middle school yearbook visit: yearbookordercenter.com and use school code 8666.

• Tuesday, November 4, 2025 - No School for Students - ES Parent-Teacher Conferences

• Thursday, November 6, 2025 - No School - NJEA Convention

• Friday, November 7, 2025 - No School - NJEA Convention

• Tuesday, November 11, 2025 - Elementary Single Session, Middle School Regular Day - Elementary Conferences in PM (PM Kindergarten Attends - No School for AM Kindergarten)

2025 - 2026 District Calendar: https://4.files.edl.io/e34e/02/14/24/143255-d4854c17-6270-4e61-ac0e-415e8c0a1db6.pdf

End of the Year Events

Kindergarten Stepping Up - Tuesday, June 16, 2026 @ 9:30am

Grade 5 Moving Up - Wednesday, June 17, 2026 @ 10:00am

Grade 8 Class Night - Thursday, June 18, 2026 @ 7:00pm - CHS Auditorium

Buddy classes, 5L and 2W, celebrated together today! Students created a story map showing their pumpkin as the main character and then designed their pumpkins!

SCIENCE FAIR

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScy-g9NhKPU9pk3rZrQTuKVQKbabGyQ9Ht8MzCsPpxT3lsUXw/viewform

hillsideave.givebacks.com

BOX TOPS-GET STARTED

BoxTops4Education.com

VARIETY SHOW CASTING CALL: PERFORMERS & DIRECTORS

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeXtAEoJ7D1vMrIPKFLc_jmHCXkK9RPG89jACbaZBPt6ROEeg/viewform?pli=1

VARIETY SHOW: MIDDLE SCHOOL VOLUNTEERS

https://forms.gle/EUNpAdKaAULd6bwf8

As we enter flu season, good health habits like covering your cough and washing your hands often can help stop the spread of germs and prevent illnesses. Below are some additional tips to prevent the flu.

If your child exhibits any of the following: Fever, Vomiting/Diarrhea, Red eyes with crusting and drainage, Skin Rashes, Strep Throat, Head Lice (symptoms), please keep them home to avoid getting others sick. Absences may be reported via email at has-attendance@cranfordschools.org OR via phone 908.709.6983. If you have any questions on whether or not to send your child to school, please consult with your pediatrician or the school nurse.

Things To Do To Prevent The Flu

• -Avoid close contact when you are sick. Keep your distance from others to protect them from getting sick too!
• -Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your elbow when coughing or sneezing. Immediately wash your hands or use hand sanitizer.
• -Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth. Our hands carry lots of germs, which can enter our bodies through many mucous membranes.
• -Stay home when you are sick. You will help others from catching your illness.
• -Wash your hands often. This will help protect you from germs.
• -Practice good health habits, such as being physically active, getting plenty of sleep, managing your stress, drinking plenty of fluids, and eating nutritious food.

Gym Excuses

If your child is unable to participate in gym, a doctor's note is required. Please send all gym notes to the nurse first.

The Class of 2027 is excited to announce the Fall fundraiser in collaboration with Dreyer Farms! Proceeds will go towards the Senior prom.

Orders Dates: Monday, October 20-Wednesday, November 5

Pick Up: Tuesday, November 25 at CHS

There are a variety of delicious pies and loaves just in time for Thanksgiving.

• 2025-2026 School District Calendar
• Go Green Folder 2025-2026

• NJ Back to School Packet

Dear K-6 and 8th-grade parents/guardians,

The 7th grade is currently fundraising for this year's field trip to Broadway. Please consider supporting the 7th grade trip by purchasing popcorn from Poppin Popcorn. All purchases can be made using this link with the following Seller ID: 00799942. Fundraising ends Wednesday, 11/19/25. Please email Mr. Willey at willey@cranfordschools.org with any questions. The 7th grade greatly appreciates your support!

Cranford Public Schools building facilities use form.

Schools building facilities use form

If your child is absent for any reason, please call our absence line at 908-709-6983 (24/7) or email has-attendance@cranfordschools.org (copy-paste email address)

The safety of our students is of the utmost importance and we ask that all our visitors follow our procedures.

1. If you are picking up your child for an appointment, please notify the office ahead of time by emailing (HAS-attendance@cranfordschools.org) or calling 908-709-6229 or 908-709-6983. The nurse may also call to have you pick up your child if they are feeling ill.
2. 1. During pick up, have your ID ready and ring the main entrance intercom bell. State your name and the reason for your visit, then present your ID to the camera.
3. You will be buzzed into the vestibule.
4. Please wait in the vestibule.
5. We will bring your child to you in the vestibule, where you will sign them out.

Please click here to access the HAS Family/Student Handbook.

**Kindergarten single sessions will alternate between AM & PM classes according to the following schedule: Student Entry at 8:40am - Dismissal at 11:20am

Tuesday, 11/11/25 (PM),

Wednesday, 11/26/25 (AM),

Tuesday, 12/23/25 (PM),

Monday, 2/9/26 (AM),

Monday, 3/16/26 (PM),

Monday, 6/22/26 (AM),

Tuesday, 6/23/26 (PM)

Email: deacon@cranfordschools.org

Website: https://has.cranfordschools.org/

Location: 125 Hillside Avenue, Cranford, NJ 07016

Phone: (908)709-6229