Family Knightline
Friday, September 26, 2025
Wake Up Inspired and Go Home Fullfilled
Hispanic Heritage Month
Our ARK Community honors the generations of Hispanic and Latino Americans who have positively influenced our nation and society by exploring resources together, and engaging in research projects.
Art Club and Green Team
Mrs. Pilla-Grippi and Mrs. Davis will be hosting 2 clubs in the art room during 4th and 5th grade recess:
Day 1: Art Club
12:00-12:20 - 4th grade (52 students)
12:30-12:50 - 5th grade (36 students)
Day 2: Green Team
12:00-12:20 - 4th grade (43 students)
12:30-12:50 - 5th grade (40 students)
The clubs will start running Monday, October 6. We are asking for parent volunteers to assist during club meetings. Please reach out to Mrs. Pilla-Grippi and/or Mrs. Davis if you are available on any of the following days to assist:
Day 2 (Green Team)
Oct 6, 13, 21, 28 and Nov 4
Day 1 (Art Club)
Oct 10, 17, 27, Nov 1, 12, 19
Dana Pilla-Grippi
pillagrippi@chclc.org
Teal Davis
Tdavis@chclc.org
Pull Together & Make a Difference -- POP Tab Collection
Check out the flyer below to hear about how you can be a part of a great cause. Thanks to 4th grader, Ace, for brining this opportunity to ARK.
Collection bins will be located in the main foyer.
Safety Reminder at Dismissal
The safety of our students and families is always our top priority. A community member recently shared some important concerns about dismissal. To help keep everyone safe, please remember:
Do not park on crosswalks.
Do not park in no-parking zones (yellow curbs indicate no parking).
Do not park too close to intersections, as it reduces visibility.
Thank you for your cooperation in keeping dismissal safe for all.
Translation Services Available for Families
This is just a reminder that our district provides translation services for families to facilitate communication between home and school. If you need any support communicating with our school team, please let us know, and we will assist with obtaining a translator.
Calendar at a Glance
September
- 9/27: 5th Grade Carwash/Mum Sale (9 am to 12 pm)
October:
Hispanic Heritage Month
Italian-American Heritage Month
- 10/2: School Closed (Yom Kippur)
- 10/2: National Custodian's Day
- 10/9: Book Fair and Science Fair (6:00 to 7:30 pm)
- 10/20: School Closed for Students - Diwali / Teacher In-Service Day
- 10/29: PTA Meeting (7 - 8 pm)
- 10/31: Halloween Parade and Party (2:00 - 3:15 pm)
The district's calendar can be found here.
ARK PTA Information
Anything PTA related can be found with a click of the button below.
A. Russell Knight Elementary School
Email: epark@chclc.org
Website: www.knight.chclc.org
Location: 140 Old Carriage Road, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034
Phone: 856-428-0830
ARK PTA Facebook and Instagram
Knight's vision is to create a community where every member wakes up inspired and goes home fulfilled.
ARK Knights strive to live out the following core values: respect, responsibility, empathy, service, perseverance, effort, citizenship, and teamwork.