Phenomenal Phelps Facts
Week of June 1, 2026
Message from Ms. Scheufele
As we head into June, our classrooms are buzzing with learning, joy, and end-of-year celebrations. We look forward to a wonderful final stretch together and appreciate your continued support.
Be sure to check out the upcoming events calendar below, as well as the photos of our Fun Run prize of duct-taping Mrs. Holbrook and Mr. E. to the wall. We also had a wonderful time at the Brain Game, a game show event sponsored by our PAC and made possible by the fundraising done throughout the year. Thank you.
Field Day--June 18 (Rain Date: June 22)
Phelps Elementary School Field Day will take place on Thursday, June 18 (Rain Date: June 22). Our students will have a chance for lots of fun and games on this day. Grades 3 & 4 will participate from 8:15-10:30am, and grades 1 & 2 will participate from 11:30am-1:30pm. It will be a fun day for all!
If you wish to volunteer to help on Field Day, the sign up form is here: https://evite.me/PueXgEe1Wf
If you wish to volunteer to be in the Dunk Tank on Field Day, sign up here: https://evite.me/xyZgmYtYXM
Please note: You will need to have a CORI on file to volunteer for this event. Please come into the Main Office with your license if you need to apply for one. CORI's are good for three years. If you have a question on whether your CORI is still good from a previous year, please call the Main Office. This is not a spectator event. No one will be allowed on the fields unless they have volunteered or signed up for the Dunk Tank and passed a CORI check.
Thank you for helping to keep our Field Day safe and secure for all. We appreciate any help you can provide.
Rockland Public Schools District Calendar
Important Upcoming Events
June 2--Grade 4 students to visit RMS--8:15am & 9:10 am (students & staff only)
June 2--PAC Meeting--6-7 pm Meeting; 7-8 pm Organize for Field Day
June 4--Early Release Day, Dismissal 10:45 am
June 10--Grade 3 Animal Research Author's Share--Parent/Family Event--11:45-12:30
June 17--Grade 1 HIVE--Teddy Bear Picnic--12:30--Parent/Guardian Event
June 18--(Rain Date: June 22): Field Day
June 19--Juneteenth--NO SCHOOL
June 22-Grade 1 NEST--Teddy Bear Picnic--1:00--Parent/Guardian Event
June 23--Grade 4 Move-Up Ceremony/Celebration
June 25--Last Day of School; Report Cards Issued
Scholarship Funding for Enrichment or Extra-Curricular Activities
The JRS Rec Scholarship Fund is designed to help families cover the cost of recreational, enrichment, or extra-curricular activities. If your child would like to participate in a recreational program (either out of school or through an in-school enrichment opportunity) and cost is a barrier, please use the email, QR code, or link above to apply for financial assistance. This is a wonderful resource to ensure that all students have the opportunity to explore their interests, develop new skills, and take part in meaningful experiences beyond the classroom.
Summer Free Lunch Sites
USDA Summer Food Service Program Public Sites & Times: Camp Sites (not open to the public): Lunches must be eaten on-site.
Free lunch for children up to age 18
Monday–Thursday, July 6 – August 20
The program is an equal opportunity provider.
Phelps Elementary School – Parent Contact Guide
We want every family to know who to contact for questions, concerns, or support. Here’s a quick guide to help you connect with the right person:
Main Office Issues:
Jean Maloney, Administrative Assistant--jmaloney@rocklandschools.org--Questions/Information about attendance, records, court documents, address/email changes, general school information, registration/enrollment, moving/withdrawal
Brenda Mallar-Reske, Administrative Assistant--bmallar-reske@rocklandschools.org--Kid Account/Dismissal changes and questions
Principal
Michelle Scheufele--mscheufele@rocklandschools.org– Oversees school vision, daily classroom visits, curriculum, instruction, and social-emotional learning. Contact for schoolwide questions or issues needing additional attention.
Grades 1 & 2 (First Floor)
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Administrator: Kelsey Holbrook--kholbrook@rocklandschools.org
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School Adjustment Counselor: Taryn Muolo-tmuolo@rocklandschools.org
Grades 3 & 4 (Second Floor)
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Administrator: Chase Eschauzier--chaseeschauzier@rocklandschools.org
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School Adjustment Counselor: Holly Gage-hgage@rocklandschools.org
Additional Student Services
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Amanda MacMillan – Special Education Coordinator--amacmillan@rocklandschools.org
Contact for questions about services, evaluations, and IEPs. -
Allie Sgambato – School Psychologist--asgambato@rocklandschools.org
Provides evaluations, IEP services, and crisis support. -
Beth Peckham – School Psychologist--epeckham@rocklandschools.org
Supports Phelps part-time with evaluations and IEP services. Shani McGarry--School Nurse--smcgarry@rocklandschools.org
Parent Tips
✅ For classroom or day-to-day issues, always start with your child’s teacher.
✅ For grade-level or social-emotional concerns, contact the administrator or adjustment counselor for your child’s grade.
✅ For special education questions, contact Amanda MacMillan.
✅ For schoolwide questions or issues needing additional attention, contact Principal Scheufele.
Main Office & Guidance Staff
If you have any questions or concerns, here are some staff members you can call or email:
Jean Maloney, School Administrative Assistant, jmaloney@rocklandschools.org
Brenda Mallar-Reske, Administrative Assistant (Kidaccount/Dismissal), bmallar-reske@rocklandschools.org
Nichole Dever, Title One Secretary, ndever@rocklandschools.org
Michelle Scheufele, Principal, mscheufele@rocklandschools.org
Kelsey Holbrook, Assistant Principal for Grades 1 & 2 & Title One Director, kholbrook@rocklandschools.org
Chase Eschauzier, Assistant Principal for Grades 3 & 4, chaseeschauzier@rocklandschools.org
Amanda MacMillan, Phelps Special Education Coordinator, amacmillan@rocklandschools.org
Allison Sgambato, School Psychologist, asgambato@rocklandschools.org
Elizabeth Peckham, School Psychologist, epeckham@rocklandschools.org
Taryn Muolo, School Adjustment Counselor for Grades 1 & 2, tmuolo@rocklandschools.org
Holly Gage, School Adjustment Counselor for Grades 3 & 4, hgage@rocklandschools.org
Traci Johnson, School Adjustment Counselor (shared with Esten), tjohnson@rocklandschools.org
Shani McGarry, Nurse, smcgarry@rocklandschools.org
