Woodcrest Family Newsletter
March 16, 2025
Woodcrest News
Learnin' the Ropes Assembly
Check out this week's Bucket Fillers!
Volunteer Needed for SEPAG
We are looking for a parent volunteer to represent Woodcrest on the Special Education Parent Advisory Group (SEPAG). The commitment is minimal, and they can be as involved as they would like to be. The District SEPAG Parent Coordinator would email them periodically and they may be asked to share information with the school and/or parents.
More information about SEPAG can be found here: LINK
4th & 5th Grade Spring Concert
Hello 4th & 5th Grade Parents,
If your child participates in Band, Orchestra or Chorus, please see this message regarding the Spring Concert(s) ahead!
Sincerely,
Christopher Miller
Safety Reminders
The front parking lot and side streets are very busy at arrival and dismissal. In order to ensure our students' safety, please do the following.
- Wait to drop students off at the sidewalk during arrival. Many students are parking and walking across the parking lot. If you must park and walk over, please use the cross walk by the cones.
- Follow the parking signs on neighborhood streets. Parking on the wonrg side of the street can make it difficult for students to cross safely.
- The parking lot is closed at dismissal. Please do not move cars during dismissal until the cones are removed at the end of the driveway.
Spring Pictures are March 19. Click on the image below if you are interested in ordering photos.
Come see Woodcrest alumni perform in the Wizard of Oz: Youth Edition! The show is directed by Woodcrest teacher, Mrs. Springswirth, with musical performances directed by Mr. McNamara.
Tickets are $10 each. Show times are Friday, March 21 at 7:30 PM and Saturday, March 22 at 1:30 PM & 7:30 PM at the Rosa Middle School gym. Buy tickets here: https://cur8.com/26295/project/129456
In addition to the three performances, there will be a Meet & Greet with select cast members on Saturday at 12:00 PM. Best suited for ages 8 and below, this event will offer photo opportunities, crafts, snacks, and priority access to choose your seats for the 1:30 PM performance. All children and adults attending the 1:30 PM performance must buy a ticket ($10 each). Additional Meet & Greet tickets ($5) are only required for the children who attend. The Meet & Greet will be held in the Rosa Library.
Family Resources
Cherry Hill Public Schools is committed to the safety and security of all students. This includes ensuring that students and families have available resources and supports to access education. Considering the recent executive orders, CHPS and the New Jersey Department of Education have collected many resources to support our immigrant families. If you would like me to share these resources with you, please feel free to reach out at amccartney@chclc.org.
Sincerely,
Alison McCartney
The Heart of the District Award
The Heart of the District is an annual award given to a member or group in the Cherry Hill Public Schools community (including students, staff, faculty, or community members) who represents the core values of Cherry Hill Public Schools through upstanding character, commitment, caring and civic mindfulness. The nominee may not always be in the spotlight but their actions touch many and uplift all and they represent all that is good in Cherry Hill. You can use this link to submit a "Heart of the District" nomination.
PTA Updates
Volunteer at Carnival
We need help with set-up beginning at 1:30 pm, running the games from 5:00 pm-8:00 pm and cleanup afterwards. If you are able to help, please sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4EAFA928A5FDC52-54300489-woodcrest
Please email Heather Longo at HeatherLongo83@gmail.com if you have questions!
All Parent Volunteers will receive a Woodcrest Shirt!
Donations Needed
The PTA is still looking for donations for the carnival and classroom baskets. Donation items are assigned by classroom. See what you can donate on the Carnival Packet linked below.
Click on the flyer above or use the link below to contribute yearbook photos!
Upcoming Dates
March is Women's History Month
March 18: PTA Meeting, Virtual
March 19: Spring Pictures
March 21: Rock Your Socks Day - World Down Syndrome Day
March 28: No School, Teacher In-Service
March 31: No School, Eid
April 2: World Autism Awareness Day - Wear Blue!
April 4: Woodcrest Carnival
April 7: Spring Concert & Art Show
April 14-18: Spring Break
April 23: Spring Story Walk
May 2: STAR Games
May 5-16: NJSLA Testing
May 21: Kindergarten Information Night
May 22: Field Day
May 26: Memorial Day
May 29: Talent Show
May 30: Field Day Rain Date
June 16: 5th Grade Moving Up Ceremony - 9:15
June 17: Clap Out
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.
Woodcrest Elementary School
Website: woodcrest.chclc.org
Location: 400 Cranford Rd, Cherry Hill, NJ
Phone: 856-429-2058
Twitter: @WoodcrestES