RS Weekly Update

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.

February 2026 💘

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

February 25th - PreK-4 Science Fair @ Weston 6:00-7:00

February 26th - Last Day for Pencil Grams

March 2026 🍀

March 2nd-5th - Read Across America Week

March 3rd- RAA Slumber Party @ Manville Public Library 5:30-7:00

• RSVP Forms due by Friday, Feb. 26th

March 6th - No School for students

March 7th - G&T Odyssey of the Mind Competition @ Hillsborough Middle School

March 8th - Daylight Saving Time

March 13th - Walking School Bus

March 14th - Weston PTA Clothing Drive 11:00-12:15 PM

March 17th - St. Patricks Day 🍀

Please join us as we celebrate Read Across America! Roosevelt School and the Manville Library are hosting a slumber party! Activities, games, and reading!

Date: March 3, 2026

Time: 5:30-7:00 pm

Place: Manville Public Library

Bring your pajamas, sleeping bags/blankets, pillows, and favorite books (or check some out from the library)! Families are invited to attend activities, read together, and celebrate the joy of reading.

***All students must be accompanied by an adult to attend.***

RSVP Forms were sent home in Friday Folders! Please return your form by February 26, 2026, to your HR teacher to receive FREE tickets for this event.

Don't forget about our Pencil Gram Sale - All proceeds go directly toward funding our upcoming school events.

Who are they for? Anyone at Roosevelt School!

The Details:

• Cost: Only $1.00 per pencil gram.
• Delivery: Grams will be delivered weekly and sent home in yellow Friday folders.
• Deadline: The sale runs through February 26th.

Need Extra Forms? Please email Ms. Landau at landau@manvillesd.org.

Thank you for helping us make our school events extra special!

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?!

We are reaching out to provide a final update regarding our Lost and Found! As mentioned in our weekly newsletters, we currently have a large collection of items, including jackets, sweatshirts, hats, and more, that have remained unclaimed since the beginning of the year! See photos above!

We will be handling the remaining items according to the following schedule:

• Final collection: All items will be available for pickup until the end of the school day on March 12th.
• Donation: After the school day concludes, all remaining items will be packed and donated to the Weston PTA clothing drive.

Students are encouraged to check the lost and found during their lunch periods or before/after school!
Thank you for your cooperation in helping these items find their way back home or to a new life through our clothing drive!

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!

We are bursting with pride following this past Wednesday’s Board of Education meeting, where our very own Kasir, Julian, and Jade represented our school with incredible poise.

The trio took to the mic to give the community an inside look at a "day in the life" of a Safety Patrol member—from early morning arrivals to ensuring safety around the building. They also provided a thoughtful update on our Mental Health Awareness Assembly from January, sharing the important lessons our school has been practicing. Seeing our students speak so confidently in a formal setting was a true highlight of the evening!

This week, Ms. Landau’s 3rd graders transformed their classroom into a high-tech laboratory! The class participated in a Students 2 Science (S2S) V-Lab, a virtual hands-on program focused on pollination. Using specialized STEM kits, these young scientists designed, tested, and refined their own "hand pollinators" to see exactly how insects help plants grow. Ms. Landau was blown away by the students' perseverance and teamwork as they tackled real-world engineering challenges. Great job, Ms. Landau’s class!

Mrs. Collymore’s 4th graders stepped into the role of historians and biographers! Students immersed themselves in a research project focused on influential Black leaders who have shaped our world. From civil rights icons to modern-day pioneers in STEM and the arts, our students are not just learning facts—they are discovering the power of perseverance and leadership.

Our 3rd-grade students proudly celebrated diverse cultures and heritages they researched through their country studies. Students explored the history, traditions, and customs of regions around the world and shared their learning through engaging presentations. Thank you to all who joined us in celebrating the richness of global cultures!

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.

We are excited to share this month’s update from the Manville Public Library!

You’ll notice that the newsletter has a fresh new look: it is now formatted as a monthly calendar. These changes make it easier for families to see, at a glance, not only the library’s special events but also the full range of consistent programs MPL offers our community every day.

Check it out to see what’s happening at the library this month!

🏐 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

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.