RS Weekly Update

February 2025 💘

February 9th - Jersey Day! Wear your favorite sports team Jersey!

February 10th - 100th Day of School. Dress like your 100 years old or design your own 100th day T-shirt

February 13th - Roosevelt Winter Social ⛄ 2:30-4:00 PM

February 16th & 17th - NO SCHOOL❌

February 20th - 3rd Grade Culture Showcase

February 23rd-27th - ACCESS Testing for MLs/ESL

February 25th - PreK-4 Science Fair

Tuesday, February 10th - 100th Day of School

Get ready for an afternoon of music, games, dancing, and refreshments! The Roosevelt School Winter Social will take place on Friday, February 13th, from 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM.

Important Details:

• RSVP Required: A completed permission form must be returned to the school by Thursday, February 12th for students to participate.

• Dismissal: Parents can choose to have their child dismissed at the regular 3:10 PM time or stay for the full event until 4:00 PM.

• Expectations: Please note that attendance is a privilege. Students must continue to demonstrate positive behavior and follow Roosevelt Road expectations leading up to the event to participate.

We are excited to invite you to a special event celebrating the diverse cultures and heritages that our 3rd-grade students have chosen to research and present! Over the past few weeks, the students have been learning about the history and traditions of different cultures and regions, and they are eager to share what they have learned through presentations.

Event Details:

Date: Friday, February 20, 2026
Time: 2:30 PM
Location: Roosevelt School - Multipurpose Room

*Please park in the gravel lot between North 3rd and 4th Ave

This is a wonderful opportunity to see the amazing work that our classes have done while exploring different cultures. We hope you will join us to celebrate the diversity and richness of the world.

The Weston-Roosevelt Science Fair will be held at Weston School on February 25th from 5:30–7:00 PM. Students will have the opportunity to showcase their creativity, curiosity, and scientific thinking through a variety of exciting projects.

Registration must be completed no later than February 7th. Please return the completed form to your child’s teacher.

👉 Click here for the Spanish Form.

ACCESS testing for students in the ESL program will begin the week of February 23. This test measures students' English proficiency in Listening, Reading, Speaking, and Writing. A detailed letter with more information will be sent home.

If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Catelli at ecatelli@manvillesd.org OR Mrs. Bachrach at abachrach@manvillesd.org.

If your child is missing a coat, sweatshirt, hat, gloves, or other items, remind them to check the Lost and Found bin in the Multipurpose Room (MPR). Please take a look at the pictures below - Does anything look familiar?!

Mondays & Wednesdays - Math Tutoring: 7:40 AM - 8:25 AM

• 3rd Grade Math Tutoring - Ms. Landau & Mrs. De la Cruz
• 4th Grade Math Tutoring - Ms. Miller & Ms. K. Gallagher

Tuesdays & Thursdays - ELA/ESL Tutoring: 7:40 AM - 8:25 AM

• 3rd Grade ELA Tutoring - Mrs. Nolan & Mrs. Jaconski
• 4th Grade ELA Tutoring - Ms. K. Gallagher & Mrs. De La Cruz
• 3rd & 4th Grade ESL Tutoring - Ms. Bachrach

Before school tutoring sessions can be found on the Roosevelt School website calendar AND on Parent Square!

"What a week! 🌟 As National School Counseling Week comes to a close, we want to give one final shoutout to our amazing Roosevelt School counselors. This past week was a wonderful reminder of the heart they pour into our school every day. From helping students navigate friendships to teaching them how to manage 'big' emotions, they truly amplify student success in every hallway and classroom. Thank you for all you do to make our school a place where every child can thrive!"

Mrs. Cuas - Ms. Gonzalez - Mrs. Lopes

We are thrilled to share that the Somerset County Department of Health audited the Manville School District on January 28th, and every single one of our schools was awarded a Certificate of Immunization Compliance for the 2025-2026 Academic Year!

This achievement is a true team effort. Our incredible school nurses work tirelessly with students, families, administration, and community resources to ensure a safe and healthy environment for every learner.

A huge thank you to our nurses for their dedication and to our families for their partnership in making this happen!

Congratulations to Oscar, who is our first student this school year to make the IMPOSSIBLE SHOT during our school wide Morning Meeting on Friday! Oscar's name was pulled this week to be recognized for a Roosevelt Road ticket and he was chosen to attempt the impossible shot! Oscar made his second shot using a bean bag! The multipurpose room roared with excitement! Oscar's prize is a pizza party for his class!

This week in STEM was our 3rd Digital Citizenship Day of the year for 3rd and 4th grade students.

Common sense media points out the following: "As kids grow, they'll naturally start to communicate more online. But some of what they see could make them feel hurt, sad, angry, or even fearful. Help your students build empathy for others and learn strategies to use when confronted with cyberbullying."

Family Tips

K–12 Family Tips: Cyberbullying & Online Harms | Common Sense EducationTips para familias con niños de kínder a 5to grado: Ciberbullying, drama digital y expresiones de odio | Common Sense Education

Family Activity

Family Activity - Cyberbullying, Digital Drama & Hate Speech - Grades 3-5_ES - Google Slides

Family Activity - Cyberbullying, Digital Drama & Hate Speech - Grades 3-5 - Google Slides

Check out some of the fun activities students are participating in during PE!

Team Curling & Sled Hockey

Mr. Putvinski and Mrs. Lynn are incorporating some fun Olympic themed activities.

In February our lessons will be focused on fairness and calming. Students will learn about the important differences between fair and equal. Student will also have the opportunity to practice calming techniques such as taking deep breaths, practicing mindfulness, and talking it out.

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.

🏐 Girls' Winter Volleyball 🏐

Format: Girls / Ages 10-17

Dates: Feb 9th - Mar 19th

Days/Times: Mondays & Thursdays, 5-7pm

Cost: FREE for qualified families

Location: Franklin Youth Center

Address: 429 Lewis Street, Somerset

Registration: www.atreach.org

Contact: Alexis Gonzalez

Phone: 908-333-4141

Dear Manville High School Alumni, Staff, and Community Members,

We are excited to announce the 2nd Annual Manville High School Hall of Fame Ceremony, celebrating the outstanding alumni, staff, and community members who have made a lasting impact on Manville High School.

📅 : Friday, April 24, 2026
⏰: 6:00 PM
📍 : Somerville Elks

For tickets, sponsorship opportunities, and additional Hall of Fame information, please visit our website!
Be sure to sign up for email updates on the website to stay informed about announcements, honorees, and event details as the ceremony approaches.

We look forward to celebrating the rich legacy of Manville High School with you!

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.

We love seeing our students' personalities shine, but please remind your child that school-issued Chromebooks should remain free of stickers, decals, and tape. Stickers often leave behind a sticky residue that can be difficult to remove and could cause damage. If you child currently has any stickers or decals, please remove them as soon as possible! Thank you for helping us keep our equipment in great shape!

Just a friendly reminder on how to keep the school updated regarding your child's schedule! You can easily report changes via the Attendance module or the link on the Student Data-Summary screen:

• Reporting an Absence? Use the Notify Attendance screen.

• Picking up Early? Use the Daily Pickup Release screen.

Note: To ensure our staff has enough time to coordinate, please submit or change any early release requests no later than 12:00 PM.