Dr. Koop's Newsletter
February 14, 2025
Dear KRS families,
Sincerely,
Dr. Kathy Koop
Important Dates
March 13, 2024 - KRS Reading Night 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
March 31, 2025 - Eid - Schools Closed for Students - Staff Only - In-Service Day
April 2, 2025 - KRS STEAM Fair 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM KRS Multi-Purpose Room
April 7-9, 2025 - Parent/Teacher Conferences K-8 Only
April 14 - 18, 2025 - Spring Recess - Schools Closed
June 6, 2024 9:30 AM- Fifth Grade Celebration Ceremony (KRS Back Black-Top)
Fifth Grade Celebration Ceremony Rain Date June 9, 2025 9:30 AM (KRS Back Black-Top)
Please Remember to Have Your Child Read 30 Minutes Daily!
Mrs. Emily Voucas - Staff Member Highlight of the Week
What is your role at Kings Road School?
I am a fourth grade teacher.
What are your qualifications to serve in your role?
This is my fifth year at KRS. I attended Rutgers University and received my masters in special and general education.
What do you like about Kings Road School?
Kings Road is a special place! The teachers are always willing to help each other and collaborate, which creates a strong sense of community. There's a real focus on teamwork and growth, and it’s motivating to be a part of that. The students are also a huge reason why I enjoy my job. Their curiosity and eagerness to learn is inspiring. KRS is a place where both educators and students thrive together.
What is your favorite book?
My favorite book is Number the Stars by Lois Lowry. It is a historical fiction novel that helps our class engage in deep discussions. It challenges us to think critically and it sparks thoughtful conversations.
What do you like to do when you are not at Kings Road School?
When I am not at Kings Road School I really enjoy spending time with my friends and family. I love playing with my nieces and nephews- their energy and joy is contagious and it is so much fun to watch them grow and learn new things. My husband and I also enjoy watching different TV series and trying new restaurants.
The third meeting of the KRS Parent Book Club will be held via Zoom on April 9, 2025 from 7-8 PM. Everyone is invited to attend. To participate, all you need is a copy of the Anxious Generation by, Jonathan Haidt. Our third meeting will focus on pages 113 - 218 to include the following topics:
Part 3 The Great Rewiring: The Rise of the Phone-Based Childhood
Chapter 5 The Four Foundational Harms: Social Deprivation, Sleep Deprivation, Attention Fragmentation, and Addiction
Chapter 6 Why Social Media Harms Girls More Than Boys
Chapter 7 What is Happening to Boys?
Chapter 8 Spiritual Elevation and Degradation
Participants will be eligible to participate in an Amazon Gift Card drawing.
Kindergarten Registration
5th Grade Parents - Save the Date!
Fifth Grade Celebration Ceremony - June 6, 2025 9:30 AM
Fifth Grade Celebration Ceremony Rain Date: June 9, 2025 9:30 AM
The Kings Road School Reading Night - March 13, 2024 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
The Kings Road School Reading Night is scheduled for March 13, 2025 from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM.
KRS STEAM Fair
The KRS annual STEAM Fair will take place on Wednesday, April 2, 2025 from 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM in the KRS multi-purpose room. More information about the KRS STEAM Fair will be shared with KRS families in the future.
Star Assessment Reports/CBM Reports
Star reports for students in grades 1-5 are available for viewing in Genesis beginning at 3:00 PM on February 14, 2020. Kindergarten CBM reports will be sent home via your child's backpack today.
Madison Public Library
The Madison Public Library is an excellent organization within the Madison community with resources for children and adults. Please see this link https://www.madisonnjlibrary.org/just-for-kids/ for the Madison Public Library Page for Kids.
MPS District Recap - Health and Safety Presentation from 1/23/25
MPS District Recap - Health and Safety Presentation from 1/23/25
Four presentations were offered for the Madison parent community on the evening of 1/23/25.
Presenters included:
- Superintendent Danielle Shanley who discussed "Student Health and Safety/HIB Laws"
- Detective Ken Shannon and Student Resource Officer Pete Frank from the Madison Police Department who discussed the "Safe Storage of Firearms"
- Elementary Principals Ms. Garcia and Dr. Koop who discussed "Access and Equity"
- TJS Parent Dr. Laura Venuto who discussed "Emotional Wellness and Student Safety"
To access any of the presentation slideshows, click here. To access the recording of the four presentations, please click the YouTube Link below, which can also be found on the district website.
Madison Elementary Academic Calendar
MADISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS
ACADEMIC CALENDAR
2024-2025
Academic Progress Reports
Trimester 1 (61)
September 3, 2024 First Trimester Begins
December 3, 2024 First Trimester Ends
December 20, 2024 Report Cards Available in Genesis
Trimester 2 (61)
December 4, 2024 Second Trimester Begins
March 12, 2025 Second Trimester Ends
March 21, 2025 Report Cards Available in Genesis
Trimester 3 (60)
March 13, 2025 Third Trimester Begins
June 13, 2025 Third Trimester Ends
June 13, 2025 Report Cards Available in Genesis
Conferences:
November 4 (Evening), 5, and 6, 2024
April 7 (Evening) 8, and 9, 2025
*The administration reserves the right to adjust these