Woodcrest Family Newsletter

Students will be dismissed at 1:00pm every day this week for Parent Teacher Conferences.

Elementary Conference Schedule:

December 9th: 6:00pm – 8:00pm

December 10th: 2:20pm – 4:00pm

December 11th: 6:00pm – 8:00pm

December 12th 2:20pm – 4:00pm

We are so proud of our 5th grade singers who performed at the All Cherry Hill Choir last week. Great job!!

Read below for more information about Woodcrest's Winter Concert on December 18.

Our Lost and Found bin is overflowing! Items will be displayed in the main entrance vestibule during conferences. Make sure to check the collection on your way to conferences! Unclaimed items will be donated on December 20.

Instrumental and vocal students will perform for students and staff on Wednesday, December 18. The performance will be recorded and shared with the Woodcrest community. Please see the attached letter for more information about the Winter Concert.

Please keep the following in mind as you prepare your children for school each day. We will take the students outside for play whenever possible. Thank you for assisting us with a smooth transition into the colder months and for helping us to prepare your children for an enjoyable recess period.

• Dress in layers and bring jackets/coats, hats, and gloves every day.
• Please label all clothing with your child's name in case an item is left behind during recess.

Morning Drop-Offs

• There is NO PARKING on the blue shaded areas in the parking lot. Cones will be placed to prevent parking in these areas.
• We ask that parents do not get out of the car unless absolutely needed.

• Do not pass or drive around cars that are in the drop-off line.

Dismissal Procedures

• Do not enter the bus loop in the back of the building to pick your child(ren). Not only does this slow down the buses for dismissal, but it also a safety concern.
• Any changes to your child's dismissal procedure (e.g., if you are picking your child up instead of taking the bus) must be communicated to the Mrs. Petroski in the main office (npetroski@chclc.org) and your child's teacher as soon as possible.

Our new Amplify CKLA program offers families some terrific resources to support your child at home.

Science of Reading Podcast for Parents and Teachers: https://amplify.com/science-of-reading-the-podcast/

Science of Reading Resource Site: https://amplify.com/science-of-reading

Online Boost Reading Program for Students:

1. Go to google.com
2. Log in using your student ID and password (studentIDnumber@chclc.org and then student password)
3. Go to Clever Bookmark
4. Click on Boost

All Cherry Hill students are encouraged to work on ST Math Puzzles at least 10-15 min. each day. Students have access at home and are encouraged to use this program as often as possible to continue building their Spatial Temporal Reasoning which results in a more thorough understanding of mathematical concepts. Please encourage your child to use ST Math each day.

Online ST MAth Program for Students:

1. Go to google.com
2. Log in using your student ID and password (studentIDnumber@chclc.org and then student password)
3. Go to Clever Bookmark
4. Click on ST Math

This week, we are focusing on a creative and engaging way to challenge older learners with a math-inspired activity while introducing a fun, free app to explore. Let’s keep math exciting and interactive!

Math App Spotlight: KickBox

For older learners, check out the KickBox app—an engaging multi step thinking game. Players position lasers and mirrors to navigate a penguin across the board. It’s a fantastic way to enhance problem-solving skills and critical thinking while having fun!

KickBox is available for free on the App Store (for Apple devices only).

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/kickbox/id438373028

Family Challenge

Incorporate some lighthearted competition by downloading the app together and taking turns solving the puzzles. See who can solve the most levels in the shortest time or create a leaderboard for extra motivation!

Let’s keep math engaging, challenging, and fun for learners of all ages!

Fatihah Abdur-Rahman

Supervisor of Curriculum and Instruction

fabdurrahman@chclc.org

Please see the attachment about the Black History Month 2025 contest, sponsored by the Cherry Hill African American Civic Association and the Cherry Hill Public Library.

Please see the attachment regarding Kindergarten registration.

Today is the last day to order Woodcrest Pajama Pants!

Student will be attending the Winter Secret Shop from December 11-18. Your child's teacher will share more information about when the class visits the shop.

The PTA is seeking sponsors for the Spring Carnival. See the attached flyer for details.

December 9-13: Early Dismissal Days - 1pm

December 9-12: Parent Teacher Conferences

December 18: Winter Concert (students and staff only)

December 23-January 1: Winter Break

January 2: School Resumes

January 6: No School - Teacher In-Service

January 20: No School - Martin Luther King Jr. Day

January 29: No School - Teacher In-Service

An updated District Calendar is available on the district website.

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.

Website: woodcrest.chclc.org

Location: 400 Cranford Rd, Cherry Hill, NJ

Phone: 856-429-2058

Twitter: @WoodcrestES