Three Bridges School

Dear Three Bridges Families,

Welcome to a fantastic new school year at Three Bridges School! We are thrilled to embark on this exciting journey with you and your children. This edition of our newsletter is packed with important news, critical updates, and valuable information to help you stay connected and engaged with our school community.

Please take note of the important dates coming up this month. We have several events and activities planned that you won't want to miss. Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more details on our website and through our regular communication channels.

We are proud to highlight our Character Education program, which continues to be a cornerstone of our school's mission. Each month we publish a calendar called Paws for Peace. This calendar shares our Character Word for the month and activities we can do with the children to teach them about the focused trait. Through this program, we emphasize the development of key virtues such as respect, responsibility, kindness, and perseverance. Our goal is to nurture well-rounded individuals who are not only academically proficient, but also emotionally and socially adept.

We are also focusing on the importance of student attendance this year. Regular attendance is crucial for academic success and helps students build good habits that will serve them throughout their lives. We appreciate your support in ensuring that your child attends school every day, is on time, eager to learn, and ready to grow.

Be sure to scroll through the newsletter for details on the Readington new Strategic Plan!

We are excited about the year ahead and all the opportunities it brings for our students and community. Thank you for being a part of the Three Bridges family. Together, we will make this a memorable and successful school year!

Yours in Tiger Spirit,

Kristen Higgins, Ed.D.

Log in to Genesis and complete the required forms. Then you can access your child's teacher assignment. Need help logging in? Email genesis@readington.k12.nj.us.

Wednesday, September 2

• 11:30 a.m. Kindergarten Bus Ride/Classroom Visit
• 12:00 p.m. Preschool Bus Ride
• 12:30 p.m. New Families to TBS Grades 1 - 3 Orientation in the cafetorium and new registrants for kindergarten who did not attend the info session in the spring
• 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Open House Grades 1 - 3

Thursday, September 3

• First Day of School - 8:30 .am. - 3:20 p.m.

• Early Dismissal 1:00 pm

• Labor Day - School Closed

Wednesday, September 9

• 6:00 p.m. Kindergarten Back to School Night (parents only)
• 7:00 p.m. Grade 1 Back to School Night (parents only)

Thursday, September 10

• 6:00 p.m. Grade 2 Back to School Night (parents only)
• 7:00 p.m. Grade 3 Back to School Night (parents only)

Monday, September 21

• Yom Kippur - School Closed

Friday, September 25

• HSA Block Party 5:00 pm start time

AM DROP-OFF: (back of the building by the gym - In the loop next to playground)

• Please do not pass any vehicles.

• Please do not exit your vehicle. As staff member will assist yoru child.

• Please do not allow your child to exit your vehicle until directed by a staff member.

• After your child has exited the vehicle please, do not move your vehicle until directed by a staff member.

PM PICK-UP: (back of the building by the gym - In the loop next to playground)

• Please fill out the Parent Pick-Up Ticket before you arrive at school.

• Please do not exit your vehicle upon arrival to the pick-up line.

• Please do not pass any vehicles.

• A staff member will approach your vehicle to collect the pick-up ticket.

• A staff member will bring your child to your car.

• Your child will be released to your vehicle. At this time, if your child needs assistance with getting into your vehicle or their car seat, you may exit your vehicle.

• Please do not move your vehicle until directed by a staff member.

All students are assigned a Chromebook for the year. They will receive these the first few days of school. Be sure to fill out the “2026-27 Student Network Agreement and Permissions” form in Genesis. Having a device is a lot of responsibility. We expect at TBS that students will show good digital citizenship while using the devices for educational purposes.

During our learning day, cell phones and watches are not to be used by students. We want students focused on learning and not on distractions. Cell phones should be in their backpacks. Watches should be turned to school mode. If you need to reach your students, please do not text them but rather call the main office and we will connect you with them.

The Hunterdon County YMCA is offering before care beginning at 7:00 a.m and aftercare until 6:00 p.m. The students are supervised typocally in the cafeteria and/or playground. Click Here to register.

The Mission of Three Bridges School is to provide a caring, nurturing community where all the students feel secure and accepted. We encourage respect, perseverance, independence, and resiliency to maximize personal and academic growth. We believe our choices can have a positive impact on our world as global citizens; therefore, we strive to lead by example.

At Readington Township Public Schools, we believe in a future where every student is empowered to become a deeply engaged thinker, creator, and resilient citizen. I am proud to introduce our 2026-2031 Strategic Goals, which serve as our guide as we navigate the intersection of traditional excellence and future-ready innovation.

Our plan is built upon four foundational focus areas designed to support your the growth of our school community:

Academic Rigor: We hold high expectations for every learner. By meeting students where they are and providing essential supports, we ensure that rigor serves as a bridge to their future success. This year's focus will be on developing a framework to foster academic responsibility and independence along with a review of curriculum to identify areas for student-led and choice-based learning activities.

Belonging and Human Connection: We believe belonging is the catalyst for achievement. We are dedicated to creating a culture where every student feels supported and empowered to shape our collective success. This year belonging will be anchored in the Universal Design for Learning (UDL), the Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS), and Morning Meeting.

Future Preparedness: We are equipping our learning community to act with confidence and ethical discernment. Our curriculum will emphasize digital literacy, critical thinking, and sustainability to prepare students for an evolving world. District focus will be found in promoting responsible digital citizenship.

Fiscal Stewardship: We remain committed to responsible budgeting and proactive monitoring of costs. Our goal is to protect the long-term financial health of the district while sustaining the high-quality education all children deserve.

Website: https://www.readington.k12.nj.us

Location: 480 Main Street, Three Bridges, NJ 08887
Phone: (908) 782-2141
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