JPC Weekly News

• School Photographs are scheduled for Wednesday, October 28.
• We use BNL Photographers. You will receive a packet with ordering information soon if you have not already.
• They will be back in January for retakes.
• Please note: Any questions about ordering should be directed to BNL Photographers. We simply give them the space to take the photographs.

• Parent Teacher Conferences are coming up in November (2, 3, and 4th)
• Classroom teachers will be reaching out, if they have not already done so, to schedule your conference.
• Please plan ahead for Single Session Days on November 2nd and 4th (no school for students on November 3rd). Single Session is for Kindergarten (through fifth grade) only, Pre-K will have a regular day of school.

• In Art & Music, Kindergarten students have been exploring different lines through movement and drawing. Students have been practicing musical opposites by exploring loud/quiet and will start to explore fast and slow this week. Ask your child about different songs we have learned with the number 5, and what types of lines they've created in their artwork!

• Save the Date: Our annual Sing-A-Long is scheduled for December 18th (at 2:00pm). We will send out an invitation with the details soon. For planning purposes, please know the event is only for our students and their parent/guardians. No younger/older siblings please! This is a special time for our Primary students!

• Halloween 2026: Please click to see the newsletter with more details about our JPC Halloween Parade (October 30th at 9:15am)

• Emergency Contacts-Every student should have at least one emergency contact, someone who lives in the area and can be reached to pick up your child(ren) in case of an emergency (i.e. the parent/guardian is not able to pick up when the child is sick, etc.). Please be sure to go into your Parent Portal account and update as needed. Directions here: Updating Contact Information

Contact

Alice Englese, JPC Main Office | aenglese@summit.k12.nj.us | 908-918-2160

Geri Healy, JPC/JES Nurse | ghealy@summit.k12.nj.us | 908-273-3807 x6351

Lauren Mortenson, JPC/JES School Counselor | lmortenson@summit.k12.nj.us | 908-273-3807, ext 6361; Website: Click here

When calling or emailing your child out sick please include their name, teacher and reason for the absence, listing specific symptoms (ie. virus, fever, cough, flu, etc.)

• Easing Babies & Toddlers into Halloween Fun - 8 Tips for Parents (Eng and Span)

Come meet members of the Summit Board of Education for an informal, open-forum chat.
What to expect:
Enjoy a warm cup of coffee and delicious treats
Ask questions, share your insights, and get to know your board members
Date & Time: October 29, 7– 8:30 p.m.
Location: Summit High School Media Center / Library
We hope to see you there!

Purchase fun-shaped pasta for a friend or yourself. There are so many shapes/themes: music, animals, sports, and more. There are even gift sets.

• The 5th Grade receives a portion of each sale.
• Website: https://funpastafundraising.com/2026-fall-jefferson-5th-grade-pto/jefferson-5th-grade-pto
• Sale Dates: 10/15 - 1/15 (flyer attached)

Please see attached flyer regarding a Trick-or-Treat Starter kit for purchase.

• Parents and Guardians Coffee Hour: Come join your fellow JPC parents October 23rd after morning drop off for a cup o’ joe at 8:30 AM at Batavia Cafe in downtown Summit! A small assortment of food will be provided and coffee will be available for purchase.

• Stock the Lounge: Almost all of the spots for Stock the Lounge are filled, but we are looking for volunteers to Stock The Lounge! November (right around the corner!) and March are the only months open. Help keep our JPC teachers and staff fueled! Use this link to sign up. Example donations include individually wrapped snacks and drinks.

• JPC’s Annual Pumpkin Carving Contest returns on Thursday, October 29. Learn more here or sign up here!

• Parents and Guardians Night Out: Come meet other JPC parents/guardians, sip your beverage of choice, and build community for the school year and beyond at Parents and Guardians Night Out on Tuesday, November 10th from 7-9PM. There will be a cash bar, but the event is free to attend at Felina @ the Albion

• Jefferson Fall Fest Volunteers: We are looking for volunteers to help with the various stations and activities at Jefferson Fall Fest on October 24th! Any amount of time is helpful! Sign up for a 1 hour time slot before, during, or after the event, or longer if you’d like. Volunteers will receive some tickets to use during the event.

• Jefferson Fall Fest: Regardless of your ability to volunteer, we look forward to seeing everyone at the Jefferson Fall Fest on October 24th from 11AM-3PM at Jefferson Elementary! Come enjoy a fun afternoon of pony rides, pumpkin decorating, photo booths, games, prizes and much more!

October 2026

30: Halloween Parade 9:15am

November 2026

2: Single Session Day (All Grades), Parent-Teacher Conferences

3: No School for Students; Parent-Teacher Conferences (in afternoon)

4: Single Session Day (All Grades), Parent-Teacher Conferences

5 & 6: Schools closed

25: Single Session Day

26 & 27: Schools Closed-Thanksgiving Break