RS Weekly Update

Due to the snowstorm, the Manville School District will be closed on Monday, January 26, 2026. All after-school activities and events are also canceled. We hope you enjoy the snow day and stay off the roads to let our crews work. Please check www.manvilleschools.org for updates regarding Tuesday’s schedule.

⛄ Stay safe and warm, Colts! 🎿

🏂JANUARY🎿

January 26th - SNOW DAY - School Closed

January 27th -

• Early Dismissal @ 1:15 PM - In Service for Staff
• ❌NO MIDDLE EARTH

January 29th - 3rd Grade Winter Concert 6:30 PM @ Manville High School

January 30th -

• Mental Health Awareness Assembly
• 3rd Grade 4th Annual Great Paper Airplane Contest (Hosted by Mrs. Lavy & Mrs. Ohlson)

February 2025 💘

February 5th -

• Early Dismissal - ❌NO MIDDLE EARTH
• Parent Teacher Conferences 5:00-8:00 PM - If your child's teacher needs to meet with you, you will receive an invitation/information directly from them via email, Parent Square, OR phone!

February 13th - Roosevelt Winter Social ⛄ 2:30-4:00 PM

February 16th & 17th - NO SCHOOL❌

We are so excited to announce that our 3rd-grade students are getting ready to shine at our annual Winter Concert! This year’s theme is “Winter Around the World,” featuring a wonderful showcase of songs from many different cultures. Our students have been working incredibly hard in music class, and we can’t wait for you to see their talents on display.

• When: Thursday, January 29th, 2026

• Where: Manville High School

• Time: The show begins at 6:30 PM. Students and after-school chorus members should arrive by 6:15 PM.

• Safety Note: For student safety, a parent or guardian must sign each child in and out of the performance.

What to Wear: To help our performers look their best, we ask that students wear "clean and neat" concert attire in White, Black, Red, or Blue. This can include blouses, collared shirts, sweaters, slacks, khakis, or dresses. We ask that students wear closed-toe shoes (no sandals or flip-flops) and avoid jeans, sweatpants, or graphic tees. If your child has long hair, please pull it back so they can easily see the music director and the audience. Optional red hair bows are a fun way to add some extra spirit!

We are looking forward to a musical trip around the world! If you have any questions regarding the performance, please feel free to reach out to our music teacher, Mrs. Maldonado-Gorsak, at nmaldonado-gorsak@manvillesd.org.

Yearbook Club is an exciting opportunity where you will be able to help put together cherished memories, apply critical thinking, creativity, teamwork, and technology skills. You will be responsible for taking pictures and designing the yearbook for Roosevelt School for the end of the year!

If you are interested, please pick up an interest form outside of the B5 Homeroom and return to Mrs. De la Cruz/Mrs. Nolan NO LATER than Friday, February 6. We will be drawing names that day to participate in this wonderful opportunity!

Please save the date for our Roosevelt Winter Social on Friday, February 13th, 2026!

Permission slips will be sent out this week!

Dear 3rd Grade Families,

We are excited to invite you to a special event celebrating the diverse cultures and heritages that our 3rd-grade students have chosen to research and present! Over the past few weeks, the students have been learning about the history and traditions of different cultures and regions, and they are eager to share what they have learned through presentations.

Event Details:

Date: Friday, February 20, 2026

Time: 2:30 PM

Location: Roosevelt School - Multipurpose Room

*Please park in the gravel lot between North 3rd and 4th Ave

This is a wonderful opportunity to see the amazing work that our class has done while exploring different cultures. We hope you will join us to celebrate the diversity and richness of the world.

Thank you for your continued support. When you arrive, please enter through the main office door.

The Weston-Roosevelt Science Fair will be held at Weston School on February 25th from 5:30–7:00 PM. Students will have the opportunity to showcase their creativity, curiosity, and scientific thinking through a variety of exciting projects.

Registration must be completed no later than February 7th. Please return the completed form to your child’s teacher.

👉 Click here for the Spanish Form.

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.

🎒 Keep Your Student on Track!

Showing up every day matters. Regular school attendance plays a major role in students’ academic success, social growth, and long-term outcomes.

📌 Did you know?

✔️ Missing more than 9 days a year can put students off track

✔️ By middle school, frequent absences can signal challenges

✔️ By high school, attendance predicts graduation better than test scores

💡 What families can do:

Build strong routines, encourage healthy habits, stay connected with the school, and check in often about academics, friendships, and well-being. When challenges arise, partnering with teachers and counselors makes a difference.

Every day counts—let’s work together to keep our students engaged, supported, and present. 💙📚

#ManvilleSchoolDistrict #AttendanceMatters #EveryDayCounts #StartStrongStayStrong #EveryChildEveryDay

In January, our counseling lessons will focus on building responsibility and managing emotions. Students will work together to define what responsibility means and use a decision-making chart to practice making responsible choices. They will also explore healthy ways to manage their emotions and create a personal list of coping strategies. Practicing these skills helps students use them effectively during times of anger, sadness, anxiety, or stress.

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.

🏐 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

Dear Manville High School Alumni, Staff, and Community Members,

We are excited to announce the 2nd Annual Manville High School Hall of Fame Ceremony, celebrating the outstanding alumni, staff, and community members who have made a lasting impact on Manville High School.

📅 : Friday, April 24, 2026
⏰: 6:00 PM
📍 : Somerville Elks

For tickets, sponsorship opportunities, and additional Hall of Fame information, please visit our website!
Be sure to sign up for email updates on the website to stay informed about announcements, honorees, and event details as the ceremony approaches.

We look forward to celebrating the rich legacy of Manville High School with you!

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.

On matters involving general parent/student questions or concerns:

1. Classroom Teacher, Counselor, club advisor, or relevant staff member

2. Case Manager (for students with IEPs)

3. Supervisor of Content Area - Mrs. Rebecca Fosbre, Supervisor of PreK-4

4. Principal - Mrs. Alicia Rissmiller

5. Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction - Ms. Kelli Eppley

6. Superintendent - Dr. Jamil Maroun

On matters involving student health/medical concerns:

1. School Nurse - Mrs. Heather Sheffrin

2. Principal - Mrs. Alicia Rissmiller

Important Contacts:

• Main Office: (908) 231-8500 x8613

• Health Office: (908) 231-8500 x8614

• Attendance Line: (908) 231-8500 x3953

• School Counselor/Anti-Bullying Specialist/504 Coordinator: Mrs. Theresa Gonzalez

Thank you for your partnership in keeping our school running smoothly!

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.