Hello Central School Community! Our testing has begun for grades 4-5. Grade 3 will begin testing next week, followed by Science for grade 5 the week after that. We have an exciting month as our Field days round out the month the last two weeks. Please see the field day letter that is in this edition of the Squire Scroll! As we wind down the school year, I want to thank all of the community for continuing to cherish and celebrate Central School. Please note that report cards are available for viewing in Genesis for Marking Period 3.

Next week (Week of the 6th) we celebrate our teachers in the annual Teacher Appreciation Week! Our teachers are the absolute best and I know you would agree. Thank you to our teachers for going above and beyond each and every day to make a difference in our children's lives.

Spring is in full swing, a few reminders. As the weather warms, please be mindful of our dress code (at the end of this newsletter.) We will try to get the students out as much as possible, some days may be brisker than others. Please have your child wear a light jacket on days that are a bit cool.

Central always has exciting things going on. So much so, a squirrel was hanging around our front steps recently, curious as to what school activities take place here. He even hung out on my shoe for a time. Clearly, he wants to be a part of such a wonderful school.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, Dedicated to prioritizing our well-being and spreading the message about the importance of mental wellness for children. This month, we invite students and staff to honor this event by wearing our Central School t-shirts OR shirts with a positive, uplifting message at the start of every week for Mental Health Mondays.

Please Note: This Newsletter contains important information, please read carefully.

Central Elementary School boasts a strong PTO organization called CAPE (Central Association of Parents and Educators). If you are looking for ways to get involved with your school, this is a great place to start. Please click below for links to CAPE's website and Facebook pages.

Monday, May 13th from 4-6 p.m. at Old Mill School

Come see the instruments and get more information about instrument rentals. Inviting all 3rd Grade families and interested 4th/5th grade families.

Band Instruments: Flute, Clarinet, Alto Saxophone, Trumpet, Trombone, Baritone, and Percussion

Orchestra: Violin, Viola, Cello, and Bass

May 18th 10am-12pm.

In honor of Memorial Day, school will be closed:

Friday, 5/24 & Monday, 5/27

Congratulations to the Kindergarteners who won the Penny Wars! We collected over 54,000 coins during the Penny Wars Fundraiser! Together, we raised $3,800 during our Live to Give Mindset Month! A portion of that will go to the MCSPCA, and the remainder of the proceeds will go toward completing the Wish List Items at our school.

Students in Mrs. Addonizio's class had a visit from Maggie, the therapy dog!

Author Annie Silvestro visited Central!

Miss Capone's class working on their Stem Peep project!

Mr. Serge and Ms. Tormey's class got creative with a Peep Nest STEM lesson!

Mrs. Knight and Mrs. Devine's first grade engineers are busy creating wind powered mazes!

For our “Live to Give” lesson, Mrs. Chappel’s class wrote and illustrated what they will do to make a difference.

Mrs. Panuska’s class created beautiful posters describing the way they would embrace the mindset “Live to Give.”

Come out and support our school! May 2nd!

Pre-Order forms coming home today, May 1. CAPE is looking for volunteers. Please consider donating some time.

Donate items to help support the community over the summer!

Come out and support our school! May 23rd!

Support your 5th grader!

No sweeter way to say goodbye.

THE TIME IS NOW teaches that being vulnerable and facing our fears allows us to reach new goals and dreams. When we analyze the effects our emotions have on our actions, we determine how to best get into the zone before acting. This also allow us to embrace every moment and find the joy in every interaction we have.

4 Key Components in this Mindset include:

• Embrace Every Moment
• Get in The Zone
• Let Yourself be Vulnerable
• Act with Purpose

See flyer for more information

Mr. Knight, Mr. Farrell, & Mr. LaFerlita would like to remind all that they should bring their jackets to gym until Thanksgiving. Maximizing outside time is a priority before the cold winter months.

We know that changes happen. We also know that they can happen last minute. However, please know that we dismiss over 500 students a day in many different ways. We can accommodate changes as they come, but do ask that calls to the office for transportation changes come in no later than 2:45pm. Please help us ensure the safety and secure dismissal of all our students.

Please be advised that during arrival and dismissal the south parking lot (across from the church) is not accessible to parent pick up or drop off. Our buses must have a safe area to depart from and we cannot have additional traffic in this area. Please refrain from entering this parking lot during arrival and dismissal times. Please utilize the private transportation line for that purpose.

Private Transportation operates at peak efficiency after a few weeks of school have passed. When parents/cars are recognized as regulars, the line moves much quicker. Thank you for your patience as we get acquainted with your vehicle/pickup person. Please note that the Private Transportation line moves much faster when the driver remains in the vehicle. If your child is capable of opening/closing their car door, sitting in their seat, and buckling in, please encourage them to do so. In this way, we can keep the line moving!

Please remember to check the transportation status sheet on the website to know if there are any buses running late. In the event of a change that takes place close to arrival or dismissal, I will send out a notification.

Our first through fifth grade students are so fortunate to have 1:1 Chromebooks at school. These devices are assigned to every child and will advance with the learner each year. Since students will have these devices for five years, we are encouraging our students to take care of their technology! In case a Chrome book is intentionally damaged, families will have to pay for repairs.

From time to time, teachers, mainly 4th and 5th grade, may assign homework assignments that require device access. In case your child needs a Chrome book at home, please contact our School Family Liaison Counselor Ms. Crepeau (screpeau@wallpublicschools.org/732-556-2556) or myself (emonafis@wallpublicschools.org).

Our Technology teacher will ensure that your child gets a device to borrow for the 2023-2024 school year. The borrowed device must be returned by May 31st.

• Shoes must be worn at all times. Shoes must have a back or support strap - NO FLIP FLOPS!

• The length of shorts, skirts, or dresses must be no shorter than mid-thigh.

• Athletic uniforms (padding, helmets, footwear) and bathing trunks are inappropriate attire. Boxer shorts, spandex shorts, or cutoffs are not permissible. All garments must be hemmed. Team jerseys are OK.

• Students may not wear tube, tank, halter, spaghetti-straps, or see-through tops. Off-the-shoulder tops and backless dresses may not be worn to school. Sleeveless tops will be permitted as long as the top of the shoulder is covered. Midriffs must always be covered.

• Clothing with large holes and tears in it may not be worn to school.

• Headgear may not be worn indoors. Hats will be confiscated.

• Words or pictures that are not appropriate for the school environment may not appear on clothing.

• Chains, choker studs, or any other similar adornments are prohibited.

• Students are to refrain from wearing sunglasses or tinted glasses of any type in school without a written doctor’s recommendation on file with the school nurse.