Rolling Hills Primary School

Vernon Township School District is a learning community where every student is

safe, supported and seen.

We value an inclusive environment grounded in respect, accountability, and strong partnerships with families and the community.

We are committed to developing curious, critical-thinking, creative and resilient learners

prepared to thrive in life.

We do this through equitable, rigorous, real-world learning experience and a focus on the whole child:

academically, socially, emotionally, and physically.

Every student deserves a learning environment where they are safe, supported, and seen.

Whole-child growth: academic, social, emotional, physical, and personal.

Belonging for all, grounded in respect and inclusion.

A culture of accountability, responsibility, and mutual respect.

Curiosity and lifelong learning as habits of mind.

Critical thinking, creativity, problem-solving, and ethical development.

Resilience and wellness so students can thrive through challenges.

Family-school-community partnership and clear two-way communication.

Preparing students for tomorrow so they can contribute locally and globally.

Our vision is to provide our students with social, emotional and academic support

in a safe, respectful and nurturing environment,

so each of them can reach their fullest potential both now and in the future.

Our mission is to provide each student with the support necessary to achieve success

academically, emotionally and socially

as they develop the perseverance, responsibility and maturity needed to be successful learners.

We will accomplish this goal by providing data-driven instruction,

emphasizing consistent attendance, and demonstrating the belief that every student can thrive

in a safe, respectful and nurturing educational environment.

Dear Rolling Hills Parents and Guardians:

I am honored to welcome you and your children to Rolling Hills Primary School for the upcoming school year! We are very excited about the opportunity to welcome your children to "back" to school on Thursday, September 3rd.

To help you prepare your child for the excitement associated with the start of a new school year, please be aware of the following important dates:

• All parents/guardians were granted early access to co the mandatory annual forms via the Genesis Portal on Friday, August 14th. Please take some time complete the necessary forms for each of your children prior to Wednesday, August 19th at 3:00 PM so you will able to view your children's information when it opens on Wednesday afternoon.

• Rolling Hills Primary School's Open House will be held on Friday, August 21st from 8:00 until 10:00 AM. Everyone is welcome to visit our school at that time. Students and their families will be provided with a map to tour the school, time to visit their classrooms--and, in some cases--an opportunity to meet their new teachers. Some of the Rolling Hills SCA Board members will also be available to answer your questions and inform you about their upcoming events and fundraising opportunities for the new school year.

• Beginning this school year, parents/guardians will have to pre-order breakfast for their children each day. Breakfasts will be delivered to the classroom based on these orders each morning. Further information will be available from Mashio's prior to the end of August.

• We look forward to greeting your children on Thursday, September 3rd for the first FULL day of school.

• We will also welcome our parents/guardians that evening for our Back-to-School Night, which begins at 6:00 PM. Please be sure to join us for an informative evening on Thursday, September 3rd.

Once again this year, we will be emphasizing the importance of student attendance--each day for the full day! Unless your child is ill, they should be at school--on time and remaining for the entire school day. Regular attendance is associated with student success both now and in their future. Please take a few moments to review the information about ATTENDANCE, ABSENCES and TARDINESS on pages 7-8 of the Rolling Hills Parent/Guardian Handbook for more details. Thank you in advance for your anticipated assistance with this important matter.

In an effort to start the school year with consistent routines, please note the following:

• If you are driving your child to school, please plan to arrive at Rolling Hills between 9:00 and 9:10 AM. Students arriving after 9:15 AM will be marked "tardy". When you arrive at the school, please follow the directives of the staff members who will be outside assisting with this process. There is no need to park your car for morning drop-off, just drive up to the front door and your child may depart from your vehicle. If you would have your child ready to exit from the passenger side, that would provide a safer procedure for our students. Thank you for your assistance. Please note: if you are arriving after 9:15 AM, please walk your child to the front door and wait for the child to enter the school.

• If you are picking up your child from school, please visit Genesis and then follow the procedure below before noon on the day of the pick up. If your child is picked up each day, there is no need to follow this procedure daily, as they will be listed on the Daily Pickup List.

• When you pick up your child, you will need to park and walk to the front door of the school, where there will be a spreadsheet to sign out your child. Students will be called for pick-up dismissal at 3:40 PM. We would sincerely ask for your patience and understanding in waiting until 3:40 PM for your child to be dismissed from if you are picking them up from school. Please avoid all early pick-ups unless there is an emergency, as it is very disruptive to the educational experience of all of the students. Thank you in advance for your assistance.

For planning purposes, I have attached the Vernon Township School District calendar for the 2026-2027 school year below this message. Please make every effort to take family vacations and appointments when school is not in session. Thank you.

Although I strongly encourage you to reach out directly to your child's teacher(s) with issues pertaining to instruction or classroom issues, please be assured that I remain committed to every students' educational experience and encourage you to reach out to me if I may be of assistance throughout the school year.

Thank you in advance for your willingness to work together in order for your child to receive a quality educational experience. I am looking forward to an outstanding school year!

In appreciation,

Pauline F. Anderson, Principal

P.S. Since this is a Back-to-School Message for our families, be sure to revisit this document throughout the month of September for the most up-to-date information. Thank you!

Thursday, September 3rd

First Day of School for Students

Back-to-School Night - 6:00 - 7:30 PM

Monday, September 7th

Labor Day - District Closed

Wednesday, September 11th

Patriot Day

PLEASE WEAR RED, WHITE AND BLUE.

SCA Meeting in Conference Room or via Zoom

Monday, September 21st

Yom Kippur - District Closed

Thursday, September 24th

SchoolCraft Picture Day

...will be shared with you each month.

Each monthly calendar brings messages of hope and are replete with ideas to enrich your life--and the lives of those around you!

Be sure to take a moment to review and/or print them for use throughout the month.

The first day of school is always exciting for both staff and students!

Mrs. Sousa’s class read and discussed the book

Our Class is a Family and completed several activities to reflect that theme.

Each student made a class promise bracelet with colored beads reminding them to be kind, help others,

show respect, play fair, and work hard.

The students in Mrs. Beier and Mrs. Wilson’s class got to know each other

the first few days of school

by playing a partner math game “Roll and Race,”

where students had to roll dice and solve equations!

All of the students were working hard on their 'Who Am I?" Projects!

President - Noreen Bredhold

Vice President - Caitlin Perfetti

Treasurer - Gracie Roughgarden

Recording Secretary - Joanna Portela

Corresponding Secretary - Sara Struck

We look forward to a very successful year as we work together for the benefit of our students!

The first meeting of the 2026-2027 school year will be held

in the Rolling Hills Conference Room or via Zoom on Friday, September 11th at 1:00 PM.

We hope you can join us!

Email: panderson@vtsd.com
Website: www.vtsd.com
Location: Rolling Hills Primary School, 60 Sammis Road, Vernon Township, NJ, USA
Phone: (973) 764-2784