Dragons' Dish

Dear Allenwood Families,

As we continue into the month of November, a month dedicated to gratitude, I want to take a moment to express how thankful I am for the Allenwood School community. The incredible support our students receive from families and staff truly sets them up for future success.

This month also offers a great opportunity for parents and guardians to stay informed about their children’s progress so far this school year. One way to do this is through your child’s report card, which will be available to parents in Genesis on November 18th. Another way is to view your child's iReady score report, which can be found in the Genesis parent portal.

On November 19th, Allenwood’s kindergarten students will celebrate Friendsgiving at 3:45 p.m. This special event is a wonderful way for our young Dragons to celebrate the new friendships they have made so far at Allenwood.

Another important way for parents to stay connected is by participating in Parent/Teacher Conferences. Afternoon conferences will be held on November 20th, 21st, and 25th, and evening conferences will take place on November 24th. Please note that all conference days will be half days, with student dismissal at 1:05 p.m.

As the Wall Township School District continues its search for a new superintendent, I encourage families to scroll down in this newsletter to complete the Superintendent Search Survey. Parents and guardians are also invited to attend the Superintendent Open Forum at Wall Intermediate School on November 25th at 7:00 p.m.

As we head into the Thanksgiving holiday, please note that November 26th will be a half day with dismissal at 1:05 p.m. Our Thanksgiving Break will be observed on November 27th and 28th.

Enjoy the holiday season with your friends and loved ones!

Sincerely,

James Sterenczak
Principal

This year, as we celebrate Wall Township's 175th Anniversary alongside America’s 250th, we are excited to provide our students with meaningful opportunities to learn, reflect, and engage with our shared history. Throughout the year, students will participate in lessons, have options for projects, and be able to attend community events that honor our past, highlight our present, and inspire our future.

We encourage families to stay connected so you don’t miss key moments! To participate in the spirit, be sure to visit this apparel shop and check out the 175th anniversary gear. Together, we look forward to a year of learning, pride, and shared celebration.

Join us in celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary with events and activities all year. This section will share district celebrations, announcements, and ways our school community can honor this historic milestone.

Thank you Mrs. Cimino and the tireless PTG Board for a year full of enriching and

fun experiences. Please consider being an active member of the Allenwood PTG.

It's time to start planning for the 2026-2027 school year! Please take note of the upcoming registration dates for our youngest students:

• Kindergarten Registration: Monday, February 2, 2026
• Preschool Registration: Tuesday, February 17, 2026

Children are registered in their neighborhood schools in the order that completed registrations are received. Please be advised in the event that grade-level capacity is reached, incoming students may be assigned to another WTPS elementary school.

Registration Questions?

Do you have questions or need assistance with the registration process? Please follow this link to the district website or contact Kerrin McGowan, our District Registrar, with all your questions and inquiries.

• Email: kmcgowan@wallpublicschools.org
• Phone: 732-556-2658

If your family is experiencing economic challenges or homelessness, visit the McKinney Vento webpage for essential information and guidance on available resources.

District Homeless Education Liaison

Tiffany Steiner
tsteiner@wallpublicschools.org
732.556.2647