Family Newsletter
May 8, 2026
Thank you!
As Teacher Appreciation Week comes to a close, I want to express my sincere gratitude and admiration for the incredible teachers and staff at Woodcrest. Teachers and staff show their commitment to our students each day through their compassion, patience and dedication to student growth. Their positive impact on our students is immeasurable.
I would also like to extend a heartfelt thank you to our amazing PTA for the, generosity, time, creativity and thoughtfulness they showed this week, and throughout the school year. The decorations make our halls so bright and cheerful, and the many treats and luncheons have brought our staff together. We are thankful for your continued support and partnership.
Teacher Appreciation Week is a wonderful reminder of the strong sense of community that makes Woodcrest such a special place. Thank you to everyone who helped make this week so meaningful for our staff.
Grades 3-5 State Testing
Our 3rd Graders are off to a great start with testing! Thank you for all your support preparing students at home.
Students in Grades 3-5 will participate in New Jersey Student Learning Assessment - Adaptive (NJSLA -A) this spring. The dates and assessments are listed below.
PTA Updates
Field Day is May 29!
We need lots of volunteers to make this day a success. Click Here to Volunteer at Field Day!
Rain date is June 5.
Upcoming Dates
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and Jewish American History Month
May 6-19: NJSLA Testing Window
May 22: No School, Teacher In-Service
May 25: No School, Memorial Day
May 28: Kindergarten Orientation, 6:00-7:15pm
May 29: Field Day
June 5: Field Day (Rain Date)
June 8: Shark Squad: Core Value of Accountability
June 9: Talent Show & Art Show - NEW DATE!!
June 15: 5th Grade Moving Up Ceremony, 10am
June 16: Senior Clap Out
June 16-18: 1:00 Dismissal Days
June 18: Last Day of School
SACC Hours for June 16-18:
- AM SACC will run as normal
- Tuesday, June 16th – Half Day of School, PM SACC Hours 1:00pm – 6:00pm
- Wednesday, June 17th – half Day of School, PM SACC Hours 1:00pm – 6:00pm
- Thursday, June 18th – Half Day of School, PM SACC Hours 1:00pm – 4:00pm. All students MUST be picked up for 4:00pm.
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
Instagram: @woodcrest_es_sharks
Facebook: Woodcrest Elementary School CHPS
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