From the Office of the Superintendent
HV SEASONAL ARTS SHOWCASE: The arts in fall at HV means marching bands, seasonal drama on stage and our young artists representing the beautiful colors of autumn in multiple media...including pumpkins! Check out our "Autumn and the Arts" the Visual and Performing Arts Fall Newsletter to see some of what HV students and teachers have been doing to take advantage of this wonderful time of year!
- Hopewell Valley Youth Football & Cheer: SEMIFINAL Home playoff game Saturday, Nov 23rd. The 13- and 14-year-old tackle football team hosts Northern Burlington. The youth football field is adjacent to the HV Rec baseball fields. See our website for more information. Come out and support your Bulldogs!
A Book Lovers Luncheon with Author Angie Kim, Sunday, Nov. 24, 11:30-3. Cobblestone Creek Country Club. Ms. Kim's second novel "Happiness Falls", that she will feature at the Luncheon, was an instant New York Times bestseller, a GMA and Barnes and Noble book club pick and was named the #1 novel of the year by Oprah Daily. The Book Lover’s luncheon is a fundraiser for the Hopewell Valley education Foundation. Proceeds support the annual Author-in-Residence program in the Hopewell Valley public schools.
Hopewell Valley Annual Turkey Trot 2024, Nov 28th @9am, Rosedale Park: Join us for this great community-wide event in support of Hopewell Valley Youth Wrestling and the HVCHS Wresting Programs
HVCHS Updates: Please see the October edition of HVCHS Updates from Ms. Riley.
Report Cards: Are available on OnCourse
Hopewell Valley Central High School and Timberlane Middle School held their annual Vape Take Back Day. This activity provides students with information about vaping, nicotine, and e-cigarettes as well as a space where they can jump start being vape-free by turning in any nicotine device or product without fear of getting in trouble.
Save the Date! The HVCHS Orchestra is busy preparing for their upcoming Winter Concert on Monday, December 9th, in the PAC at 7:00 p.m.
Absences, Late Arrivals, & Early Dismissals: Parents/Guardians should call our TeleSafe number 609-737-4003, Ext 2, by 8:00 am to report an absence or late arrival. Please provide a note if your child needs to be dismissed from school early. Freshmen, sophomores, and juniors MUST be signed out by a parent or guardian before leaving the building. Please also review our attendance procedures for details about the district policies. *As a reminder, students must be in school for at least four hours in order to participate in all athletic or extra-curricular activities and events*
What’s Happening at HVCHS?
Twitter: @HVCentralHS
Instagram: hopewell_valley_central_hs
Our fundraising calendar for classes, clubs and teams
The Timberlane ``Principal's Page" is on the TMS Website.
- Thanks to everyone who participated in last night's Tech-Free/Digital Wellness night. It was a great success.
- Fun was had by all at last week's Harlem Wizards game! Thank you to the PTO, the staff and students for a great night.
2024 TMS Service Project Update: Thanksgiving Boxes for the HV Mobile Food Pantry and bagged Lunches for TASK (Trenton Area Soup Kitchen) will be packed up on Tuesday. Thank you for all who have contributed - we are grateful for your kindness and generosity!
Hopewell Valley Central High School and Timberlane Middle School held their annual Vape Take Back Day. This activity provides students with information about vaping, nicotine, and e-cigarettes as well as a space where they can jump start being vape-free by turning in any nicotine device or product without fear of getting in trouble.
Builders of Kindness Club Coat Drive for Anchor House: collecting gently used coats in all sizes and new gloves/hats/scarves/mittens. Boxes are in the vestibule and main hallway. Deadline by 12/2.
Book Fair Volunteers Needed! Tuesday, Dec 10th - Tuesday, Dec. 17th: Volunteering at the Book Fair is one of the most fun and rewarding ways to get involved in helping students become better readers! Any time that you can donate would be greatly appreciated. Any questions please contact barbaramccarty@hvrsd.org Click here to sign up for a volunteer shift.
Back by Popular Demand: TMS Philadelphia 76ers game Friday, March 14,2025 at 7:00 pm. $85 per ticket which includes a private (on-court” experience. Tickets are limited. Email DANAFRAY@aol.com to purchase tickets
Absences, Late Arrival & Early Dismissal: Parents/Guardians should call our TeleSafe # 609-737-4004, Ext 2, by 8:00 am, to report an absence or late arrival. If your child is leaving early, please be sure to send in a note when possible so that we may provide them a pass.
If the need occurs after the start of school, please call the Main Office. Please be aware Timberlane Drive is closed between 2:30 - 3:00 for TMS and CHS dismissal.
TMS Updates: For additional information about TMS, please visit our webpage, or follow us on Twitter @Timberlane_HV, or instagram @timberlane_timberwolves
*Dates To Remember*
Monday, 11/25: TMS Winter Sports Begin
Wednesday, 11/27: Early Dismissal at 12:00 PM
Thursday, 11/28 & Friday, 11/29: Thanksgiving Holiday - Schools/Offices Closed
Monday, 12/2: Anchor House Donations Due
Tuesday, 12/3: Picture Retakes
Harlem Wizards - The PTO, along with the Harlem Wizards and our Bear Tavern staff, put on an amazing show last Wednesday night. About 500 people came out to see the high-flying Wizards get schooled by the Hopewell Hotshots. I know everyone had a lot of laughs and fun that night, and we are so grateful to have the best PTO in the world. A quick thank you to all of the volunteers and teachers who participated. Here are some pictures from the event taken on Mrs. Jones's phone.
The Bag Project: In December, Bear Tavern’s 5th graders will be engaged in a community service project for The Bag Project Program. Our students will collect various comfort activities and supplies to bundle into backpack to be donated to children in crisis. We are asking that each grade level at Bear Tavern donate items to be included in each bag. Please take a look at the attached flyer for details. We will also need 75 backpacks so that each 5th grader can assemble one. We are asking that our Bear Tavern families in case anyone knows/works for a company that may be interested in donating bags or funds to this cause. The Bag Project requests that bags have no company logos on them. If your company would be interested in donating the funding for the backpacks, we can purchase them wholesale for $4 a bag. Please reach out with any information or questions to Molly (Molly9518@gmail.com) or Stacey (StaceyLTackett@gmail.com). Thank you for your support.
BTPTO New Spirit Wear Available Now - Brand new BT Spirit Wear designs are available for purchase now. Orders are due by November 25th to ensure delivery before the holidays! Please click here to shop!
BTPTO Holiday Shop is around the corner - This fundraising opportunity helps students with budgeting, problem-solving, and independence. The Holiday Shop will run Monday, December 9th to Friday, December 13th. Homeroom teachers will reach out with dates and shopping times. Volunteers are needed for the Holiday Shop Fundraiser. Click here to sign up.
School Lunch Information: Please click link for the 2024-2025 information.
Absences & Late Arrivals - Parents/Guardians should call our TeleSafe number:
609-737-4005, Ext 2, by 8:00 a.m. to report an absence or late arrival. Thank you.
Changes In Students’ Dismissal - If there is a change in how students will be going home, please be sure to call or email the main office at 609-737-4005 btmainoffice@hvrsd.org
*Dates To Remember*
11/25 - Orders Due For BTPTO Spirit Wear
11/27 - Early Dismissal, PM Preschool Only, Pajama Day
11/28 - Thanksgiving, Schools & Offices Closed
11/29 - Day After Thanksgiving, Schools & Offices Closed
Thank you to all who supported our Thanksgiving Food Drive for The Chubby's Project!
Governor’s Educator-of-the-Year Nominations - Thank you to all the students and parents who took the time to nominate a staff member!
Family Photo Fundraiser - The HES PTO is thrilled to continue our partnership for the annual Holiday Experience Family Photo Fundraiser. This year, they’re offering two stunning settings for your family photo sessions:
- Outdoor Holiday Greenhouse: A natural, festive backdrop perfect for holiday-themed photos.
- Indoor Elaborate Holiday Setting: A warm and inviting holiday scene within our studio.
Sign-Up Links: https://krisreneecreative.com/fall-and-holiday-mini-sessions
Minted Partnership - Sending holiday cards this year? Please consider using the HES PTO's coupon code for Minted.com. You save 20% and we get 15% back! Feel free to share this coupon with family and friends (users do not need to be affiliated with HES) The code works on wedding stationery, thank you cards, birth announcements, invitations, and so much more! Minted Code: FUNDRAISEHOPEWELLELEM
School Lunch Information: Please click this link for the 2024-2025 information.
Absences & Late Arrivals - Parents/Guardians should call our TeleSafe number, 609-737- 4007, Ext 2, by 8:00 a.m. to report an absence or late arrival. Thank you.
HES Changes in Students’ Dismissal - If there is a change in how students will be going home, please be sure to call or email the main office at 609-737-4007 hwmainoffice@hvrsd.org
The Principal’s Newsletter - Hopewell’s Happenings is on the HES Website.
Lost and Found -. Be sure to LABEL your children’s coats, hats, and other clothing!
Our Lost and Found is filling up! Please encourage your child to check for any misplaced items. Thank you for helping us keep our Lost and Found manageable!
Dates to Remember:
November 27th - Early Dismissal for Students & Staff; Preschool Half Day - PM Only
November 28th & 29th - Schools and Offices Closed - Thanksgiving Break
Principal’s Newsletter - “The Scoop” has details on upcoming events and is emailed to families weekly. Also check out the Principal’s Page on the SB website.
Governor’s Educator-of-the-Year Nominations - Thank you to all of the students and parents who nominated a staff member!
SB Thanksgiving Food Drive: - On Wednesday, 11/20, the Student Council delivered 26 Thanksgiving bags to the Millhill Child and Family Development Center. Fourth graders bagged the items and fifth graders delivered them in person on Wednesday. Thank you so much to our families for all of your generous donations!
Lost & Found - Check the latest Scoop Newsletter for pictures of our lost & found items. It’s getting cold - please label your jackets, gloves and hats!
Stony Brook is offering breakfast for students. Students will receive the breakfast indicated on the school lunch menu. It will be a cold, "grab and go" option (cereal, breakfast bar, fruit, muffin, milk, etc.) that students can pick up on the way to class at the beginning of school and eat in the classroom. The cost is $3.25 and will be charged to your student’s account. If your family qualifies for free/reduced lunch, there is no cost.
Winter Concert - This year’s event, on 12/12 at Stony Brook, consists of two smaller performances.
- 6:00pm: 4th grade performance
- 7:30pm: 5th grade performance
- Please click here for further information about arrival times and concert attire.
School Lunch Information: Please click this link for the 2024-2025 information.
Absences, Late Arrivals & Changes In Students’ Dismissal.
- Please call our TelSafe line at 609-737-4006, Ext 2, by 8:00 am to report an absence, late arrival or last minute change in your student's dismissal.
- When possible, lease email the main office in advance at sbmainoffice@hvrsd.org about a dismissal change.
- Please refer to our Attendance Procedures for details regarding school absences, late arrivals and early dismissals.
Membership Toolkit - Click here to register for volunteer opportunities, class lists & apparel. Contact StonyBrookPTO@gmail.com with any questions.
*Dates To Remember*
11/27 - Early Dismissal at 12:45pm
11/28 & 11/29 - Thanksgiving Holiday - Schools/Offices Closed
12/12 - Winter Concert @ SB
12/20 - 12:45pm early dismissal & no lunch is served
12/23 - 1/1 - Schools are closed
Toll Gate Grammar School Website
Toll Gate Grammar on Instagram
Email the Toll Gate Main Office
Monthly Principal Newsletter: Click here to view Principal Lauri’s November newsletter.
Our Fall Spirit Wear Sale is here! Stock up on cold-weather Toll Gate favorites like hoodies, PJ pants, joggers, and long sleeves – perfect for staying cozy and showing school spirit this season! Order Now for Holiday Delivery – All items will arrive in time for the holidays, making them great gifts!
Sale Ends: Sunday, November 24
Don’t miss out on these limited-time items. Visit the pop-up shop now and bring home some Toll Gate cheer! Please note: Any credit card charges will reflect the vendor, Marzy Designs!
Questions? Please reach out to Mollie O'Connor & Jaclyn Petrin @ tggschoolstore@gmail.com.
Lifetouch Picture Retake Day: If your child missed the first picture day, they will be getting their picture taken on Monday, November 25th. You can place your order on mylifetouch.com using your Picture Day ID: EVTSGVWSB. If your child had their picture taken, but you would like retakes, please email ashleedana@hvrsd.org to get them on the retake list for 11/25. (If you ordered a package and want retakes, please bring in the original package on picture day to give to the photographer.)
Toll Gate Thanksgiving Preparations: Thank you for your donations to the TASK Food Drive!
- Pie Baking: Students in 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th grades will bake sweet potato pies in the Toll Gate cafeteria on Wednesday, November 27. Parents are invited to bake with their students. Please sign up here.
- TASK Donations: If you would like to make a monetary donation to support TASK, please donate via Paypal or give cash or check (made out to TGG PTO) in an envelope marked TASK 2024 to Ashlee Dana in the TG office.
Please email valerie.buchert@outlook.com with any questions. Thank you for your generosity!
School Spirit Days Sponsored by the Student Council: Monday, December 2nd will be pajama day! Bring in a donation of whole-grain cereal for the Hopewell Valley Mobile Food Pantry by December 18th.
Dates to Remember:
Monday, 11/25: Lifetouch Picture Retake Day
Tuesday, 11/26: 5th Grade Field Trip to Trenton Area Soup Kitchen (TASK)
Wednesday, 11/27: TASK Pie Baking & Early Dismissal at 12:45 PM
Thursday, 11/28 & Friday, 11/29: Thanksgiving Holiday - Schools/Offices Closed
Monday, 12/2: Pajama Day Sponsored by the Student Council
Friday, 12/6: Trimester 1 Ends
Thursday, 12/12: PTO Meeting at 7:00 PM (via Zoom)