RS Weekly Update

As we approach the end of the school year, our weekly update contains an exceptional amount of important information and mandatory end-of-year procedures (including Chromebook collection, summer assignments, medication pick-up, and upcoming events).

Please take the time to review this entire update thoroughly with your family so you don't miss any critical dates or requirements.

If you have any specific questions or concerns regarding your child's end-of-year wrap-up, please reach out directly to your child's homeroom teacher(s). They are your best point of contact and are ready to help ensure a smooth transition into the summer!

Thank you for your continued partnership and support,

The Roosevelt School Team

June 15th -

• Yearbook distribution
• Full Day - 3:10 Dismissal

June 16th -

• Last Full Day of School for Students 3:10 Dismissal
• Manville Public Library Summer Reading Challenge Assembly
• End of Year Bash/Luau (During School hours 1:30-3:00 PM)

June 17th -

• Half Day - 1:15 Dismissal
• ❌ NO MIDDLE EARTH

June 18th -

• Half Day - 1:15 Dismissal
• ❌ NO MIDDLE EARTH
• Roosevelt Clap Out @ 1:15 PM - Brooks Blvd Entrance
• Students Last day of School

June 19th -

• Summer Break Begins for Students
• Report Cards available on Genesis
• Teachers/Staff Last Day

June 29th - Manville School District Summer School Program Begins

On Tuesday, June 16th our students and staff will enjoy our End of Year Luau! Please note that while Tuesday is a full day of school for students, we will be running a special half-day academic schedule so our Colts can spend the afternoon celebrating from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM.

We have a fantastic lineup of Luau-themed activities! Grade levels will split and each spend a portion of the Luau enjoying both indoor and outdoor activities.

💙Donations - THANK YOU to our families for providing donations for our Luau! Donations should be dropped off at the Roosevelt School Main Office by the end of day on Monday, June 15th!

🍦 A Very Special Sweet Treat!

Over the last few weeks, our students were set a massive challenge: work together to earn 236 Roosevelt Road Tickets (averaging 1 per student) to unlock a school-wide ice cream truck visit. Not only did they meet their goal, they completely crushed it—earning over 350 tickets! We are so incredibly proud of their amazing hard work.

We want to extend a huge THANK YOU to our Superintendent, Dr. Maroun, for generously sponsoring the ice cream truck to reward our students' success!

Parents, guardians, and caregivers, please join us on Thursday, June 18th @ 1:15 PM on the Roosevelt School front lawn - Brooks Blvd. - for our End of Year Clap Out Ceremony. Classes will be dismissed at the conclusion of our ceremony!

As we prepare for the end of the school year, please be advised that we will be collecting all chromebooks and chargers from our 4th grade students. Homeroom teachers will be checking in with students and families in an effort to make sure that all devices AND chargers are returned in good working condition.

**Students will receive new chromebook devices at ABIS!

⚠️If your child's device/charger is damaged/lost - it is your responsibility to complete a Technology Help Request Ticket. If you have any outstanding fees/fines, please be sure to drop off payment at the Roosevelt School Main Office.

• Lost charger- $50.00 OR replacement charger

• Shattered Screens- $50.00

• Keyboard Damage- $50.00

• Lost or unrepairable device- $300.00

🚩Please be advised that students who are enrolled in the Manville School District Summer Program will KEEP their device and charger for summer school. Summer Chromebooks and chargers will be collected at the end July!

3rd Graders will be keeping their chromebook devices over the summer! If you are moving OR plan to be moving over the summer, please contact the Main Office and connect with us about your plans!

⚠️If your child's device/charger is damaged - it is your responsibility to complete a Technology Help Request Ticket. If you have any outstanding fees/fines, please be sure to drop off payment at the Main Office.

• Lost charger- $50.00 OR replacement charger

• Shattered Screens- $50.00

• Keyboard Damage- $50.00

• Lost or unrepairable device- $300.00

If your child has medication stored in the Roosevelt School Health Office, please note that all medications must be picked up by a parent or guardian before the summer break. Medications cannot be sent home with students and any remaining items will be disposed of. Please pick up your child's medication at the following times:

• Thursday, June 18, 2026: 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm

• Friday, June 19, 2026: 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

New medical authorization forms for the 2026-2027 school year are now available. If you need special accommodations, please contact our School Nurse, Heather Sheffrin, as soon as possible.

This week, students will be introduced to their 2026 Summer Reading and Math assignments! A digital copy of the assignment can be found below, and hard copies will be send home with students!

🌞 Why It Matters: Continuing to practice reading and math over the summer helps prevent the "summer slide"—the learning loss that can occur when students take a long break from academics. These assignments are a great way to keep skills strong and ensure a successful start to the new school year!

📌 Reminder: All students are expected to complete their summer assignments. Completed assignments are due when students return to school in September.

INVITATION ONLY

We are excited to announce the details for our upcoming 2026 ESY and Summer Program. To help families plan ahead, please review the schedule and location details below:

📅 Program Schedule

• Dates: June 29 – July 30, 2026 (5 weeks)

• Weekly Schedule: Monday through Thursday

• Note: There are no sessions on Fridays.

🏫 Locations by Grade

• Weston School (Grades PK–4): Our primary location for early childhood and elementary students. **Please note that Manville Recreation will be hosting their Summer Camp at Weston in the event your child needs extended day. Camp hours will run from 8:00–3:30 P.M. and Aftercare will run from 3:30–5:30 P.M. Information is forthcoming!

⏰ Daily Routine & Meals

We are pleased to provide meals for all participating students during the program:

• 8:30 AM – 9:00 AM: Breakfast

• 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Core Educational Programming & IEP Services

• 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM: Lunch (served in two shifts)

We look forward to a productive and engaging summer of learning! For more information, please contact your school's main office.

Check out our Roosevelt School updates on events and activities below.

Be sure to follow Roosevelt School on Facebook!

Our G&T students did a tremendous job discovering new adventure spots! These travel agents shared all of their knowledge with family, friends, and members of the community on Thursday, June 11th at our G&T Showcase event at Roosevelt School!

Thank you to Mrs. Collymore and a special surprise visit from Mrs. Dattola to help celebrate student work!

Friday was a home run of a day as families from Roosevelt and Weston Schools came together for an exciting evening at the Somerset Patriots game! It was an evening filled with baseball, community, and school spirit.

A special shoutout goes to Mrs. Sheffrin, who had the honor of throwing out the ceremonial first pitch to kick off the game. Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the event such a memorable experience. It was a wonderful opportunity to connect, celebrate our school community, and create lasting memories together!

As we head into summer, our priority is keeping students safe both physically and emotionally. This letter offers a brief overview of the social-emotional tools your child learned throughout the school year, along with helpful resources for community counseling services. Let’s work together to support student well-being all summer long!

Are you moving this summer?! If your family is moving out of town over the summer, please notify the Roosevelt School Main Office (908)-231-8500 Ext. 8613 OR send an email to icristalinas@manvillesd.org. We will help walk you through the process so there is no delay in enrollment with the new school district!

To ensure we can support every student and family effectively, please keep the following information in mind regarding our office hours and communication:

• Office Hours: Our main office is open and ready to assist you from 8:15 AM to 4:15 PM.

• Planning Your Visit: To ensure the right staff member is available to give you their full attention, we kindly ask that you schedule an appointment before coming to the school. This helps us keep our building secure and our schedules organized.

• Ways to Connect: We welcome communication via phone, voicemail, email, and/or ParentSquare.

• Response Time: We value your outreach! Please keep in mind that our staff follows a response window of 24 hours of the next business day for all messages and inquiries. We appreciate your patience as we work to get back to everyone.

Getting Help: Our Chain of Command

When you have a question or concern, the fastest way to get a resolution is to follow the district's "Chain of Command." This ensures you are speaking directly with the staff member who has firsthand knowledge of the situation.

The Manville School District uses ParentSquare as our primary platform for school communication. Families receive messages through email, app, voice, or text, helping everyone stay informed and involved.

Click Here for more information!

As we move into the final month of the school year, it can be tempting to let routines slide—but this is actually the most critical time for consistent attendance! Staying on track now ensures our students are fully prepared for end-of-year milestones and their transition to the next grade.

• Routine & Reliability: Consistent attendance helps students stay connected to their peers and keeps their learning momentum high. Every lesson builds on the last, and being here in person makes all the difference.

• Every Minute Counts:

• 8:25 AM: Doors open for breakfast.

• 8:35 AM: Regular arrival begins.

• 8:45 AM: School starts promptly.

Let’s keep our attendance "Excellent" all the way to the finish line! Thank you for partnering with us to make every school day count for our Roosevelt Colts. 🐴

Breakfast: Students purchasing breakfast should arrive to school at 8:25 AM.

Lunch and Snacks can be purchased through Aramark.

MySchoolBucks - Please log into MySchoolBucks to track spending and manage meal accounts.

Dietary Restrictions: If your child has dietary restrictions or should not be purchasing snacks, please reach out to Aramark Food Services directly to make the necessary arrangements. We’re here to ensure that every student has access to nutritious meals that meet their needs.

Caryn Savitsky - Aramark Food Services

Food Service Director K-12 Education - Manville School District

(908) 231-8500, ext. 8519

csavitsky@manvillesd.org

We’d like to remind our families that the Manville School District provides free and reduced-price breakfast and lunch options for students who qualify.

The Manville SD has partnered with Good Grief to provide a safe, supportive space for young learners who have experienced the loss of an important person in their lives. Students will develop coping skills, build resilience, and connect with peers facing similar experiences. For more information, please visit the district’s Good Grief page or contact the counseling office.

Somerset County will provide free food bags containing fresh, local farm produce to families in our community. Professional nutritionists will also be present to provide information and resources related to healthy eating and nutrition.

The tentative date and time for this event is Thursday, July 2nd, from 12:00 P.M. - 2:00 P.M. at Manville High School. The date and time will be confirmed shortly.

Attached is a Google Form that families may use to RSVP and request a food bag.

We encourage any interested families to participate in this opportunity.

If you have any questions, please contact Robert Monteleone, Supervisor of School Counseling, (908)-231-8500 ext 2311

Join Us for the 21st CCLC Summer Program!

Middle Earth is excited to invite your students to join our 21st Century Community Learning Center (CCLC) Summer Program at ABIS! Running for four weeks from June 29 to July 23, the program offers a blend of academic support and enrichment in a safe, engaging environment.

Program Schedule:

• Days: Monday through Thursday

• Hours: 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM

• Field Trips: Every Thursday, students will head out on educational field trips (program hours remain the same).

We are pleased to provide breakfast and lunch daily for all participants. If your student prefers, they are always welcome to bring their own lunch from home.

How to Register: To participate, a completed registration packet must be submitted for each student. We encourage families to return their paperwork as soon as possible, with a registration deadline of Friday, May 29, 2026.

We look forward to working with you and your family this summer! For more information or to address any concerns, please contact us at 908-725-7223.

We are excited to announce our 2026 Summer Camp Program for rising Kindergarten through 5th grade students for the 2026–2027 school year! Camp will run for five weeks, from June 29 through July 31, and will take place Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM.

The cost is $135 per week, per camper.

NEW This Year – Camp After Care!

Families now have the option to enroll in our new After Care program, available Monday through Friday from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM. The cost is $65 per week, per camper, and campers must be pre-registered to attend.

For additional information and to register visit the Recreation website at https://www.manvillenj.org/308/Recreation

Registrations are also being accepted at the Recreation Office during regular office hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.

We are excited to share this month’s update from the Manville Public Library!

Check it out to see what’s happening at the library this month!

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What is the Summer Reading Challenge?

Each summer SCLSNJ offers a Summer Reading Challenge that is intended to help prevent summer slide by making reading a habit. Let's create a lifelong love of reading!

How does it work?

June 22 through August 22, readers of all ages are invited to Unearth a Story™ and discover that every person and community has a story waiting to be found and shared.

Every day that you reach your personal reading goals, use Beanstack to record your reading and activities to earn prizes along the way

Earn 5 points for each day of reading, 1 point for writing 5 book reviews, and 1 point for every other activity.

Register now!

With more students than ever using electric bicycles to commute to school, safety on our roads and around school zones has become a top priority. E-bikes are heavier and faster than traditional bicycles, making safe riding habits and strict adherence to traffic laws absolutely critical.

To reduce crashes, prevent serious injuries, and protect all roadway users, New Jersey has put a New State Safety Law into effect. Law enforcement's goal is safety and education —but we need parents and students to understand the rules of the road immediately to ensure everyone gets home safely.