RS Weekly Update

Just a reminder that the MSD will be running on a half day/early dismissal schedule on Tuesday, December 2nd. Roosevelt School dismisses at 1:15 on half days - There is NO MIDDLE EARTH Aftercare on half days! Please make arrangements for your child to be picked up between 1:15-1:25 PM!

Help us celebrate the incredible staff who make Roosevelt School such a special place! Each month, we invite students, families, and colleagues to nominate a staff member who goes above and beyond—someone who embodies our core values, supports our students, and contributes positively to our school community.

👉 Nominate a Staff Member Here
Nominations are quick and easy, and your shout-out could make someone’s day!

Thank you for helping us recognize the amazing work of our Roosevelt team! 💙🐴

🌲DECEMBER

December 2nd -

• End of Trimester 1
• Half Day/Early Dismissal @1:15 PM/NO MIDDLE EARTH - Staff In-Service
• Chorus Performance/Letters to Service People @ Manville Public Library - 6:00-8:00 PM

December 5th - Walking School Bus

December 9th - Report cards available on Genesis Parent Portal

December 9th-11th - RS Penguin Patch Holiday Shop🛒

December 23rd - Half Day/Early Dismissal - 1:15 PM - NO MIDDLE EARTH

December 24th - January 2nd - NO SCHOOL - WINTER BREAK

As we approach the end of the trimester, we want to remind students and families to check Genesis and review any missing or incomplete assignments. Completing all outstanding work is important, as these assignments directly impact your child’s report card grades.

If you have any questions or need clarification about specific assignments, please reach out directly to your child’s classroom teacher. We appreciate your support in helping our students finish the trimester strong! 💙🐴

Trimester 1 ends on Tuesday, December 2nd

Report Cards are available on the Genesis Parent Portal on December 9th

As the temperatures drop, it’s important for students to come to school dressed warmly. Please ensure your child wears a coat, hat, and gloves to stay comfortable during outdoor recess and other outdoor activities. Thank you for helping us keep everyone safe and warm this winter!

**If your child is in need of a coat - Please reach out to the Roosevelt School Main Office! Please also encourage your child to check the LOST & FOUND for items they may have misplaced!

It’s that joyful time of year, as holiday cheer draws near! Classes will have the opportunity to shop for their families at the Penguin Patch Holiday Shop during the week of December 8th. Flyers with more information have been sent home in students’ Friday folders.

Before school tutoring sessions can be found on the Roosevelt School website calendar.

Click here!

Students should arrive by 7:35 AM on the North 5th Ave. Main Office Entrance.

Mondays & Wednesday - 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 & Thursday - ELA/ESL Tutoring: 7:40 AM - 8:25 AM

• 3rd Grade ELA Tutoring - Mrs. Nolan & Mrs. Jaconski
• 4th Grade ELA Tutoring - Mrs. Zuniga & Mrs. De La Cruz
• 3rd & 4th Grade ESL Tutoring - Ms. Bachrach

This week, our Roosevelt Colts were able to catch our Staff on the Roosevelt Road! We had a grand total of 300 staff tickets given out! Our top 3 winners were Mr. Paco, Ms. Miller, and Ms. Todd! All three staff were provided with a prize and a try at our IMPOSSIBLE SHOT!

Check out some of the photos before from our Spirit Day on Monday - Students dressed like their teachers and teachers dress like students!

Dr. Maroun, our Superintendent, hosted our first monthly lunch with our Roosevelt Colts!
This month, he had the opportunity to sit down with several of our 4th grade Safety Patrol members and Students of the Month. It was a wonderful chance for students to share their experiences, leadership roles, and ideas for our school. We’re excited to continue this new tradition and spotlight more Roosevelt Colts each month! 💙🐴

As we approach the season of gratitude, we are excited to highlight the generosity and teamwork within our Roosevelt School community. Our dedicated Roosevelt staff teamed up to provide full Thanksgiving meals for 6 families in need. Additionally, our Leadership Council hosted a canned food drive, bringing in 366 items. This allowed us to donate an additional 18 canned meals to support those in need.

This spirit of giving is truly what makes Roosevelt School special, and we are so proud of how our students, families, and staff are coming together to give back. Thank you for your continued support and kindness as we spread joy and make a positive impact during this season of thanks.

Can you solve our number puzzle below?

Last week, during Morning Meeting and Lunch, students were challenged to study the number patterns in the boxes and determine the missing value Z. Each box follows the same rule… but can you spot it?

Take a look at the puzzle and see if you can figure it out BEFORE your child reveals the answer!

3rd and 4th grade students had their second Digital Citizenship Day of the year in STEM. We learned the importance of protecting ourselves and others online. Please take some time to review the following family tips.

K–5 Family Tips: Privacy & Security | Common Sense Education

Tips para familias con niños de kínder a 5to grado: Privacidad y seguridad | Common Sense Education

During the month of December, our character education theme is Gratitude. Students will have opportunities to reflect on what they are thankful for and practice expressing appreciation for the people and experiences in their lives.

Breakfast: Students purchasing breakfast should arrive 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.

Atlantic Health Goryeb Children’s Hospital is offering a free webinar on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at 6:30 PM: “Cough 101: Understanding Your Child’s Cough.” Pediatric pulmonologists Dr. Nikita Kharode and Dr. Aditi Zaveri will share expert insights on one of the most common childhood symptoms, including how to monitor a cough, treatment options, and when to seek additional medical care.

Pre-registration is required. Click here to register.

All are welcome, and the recorded session will be shared with all registered participants. Please see the attached flyer for more information.

4-H Science-sational Day is a day of interactive science workshops for children in grades K-6 presented by the Somerset County 4-H Youth Development Program. Using a “Learn By Doing” approach, youth engage in hands-on activities to learn about a variety of science topics. The theme for 2025 is “Air & Space”.

4-H Science-sational Day: December 13, 2025

• Air & Space themed hands-on workshops for Grades K–6
• 9:30 AM–2:30 PM, 4-H Center, Bridgewater
• Drop-off allowed so parents/guardians can prepare for the holidays
• $25 for 4-H members, $35 for non-4-H members
• Register by November 20th -space is limited
• https://4histops.org/events/sci-day-25

The 2026 FAI International Aviation Art Contest invites those aged 6-17 to submit artwork on the brave aviators who come to the rescue when disaster strikes. From pilots dropping life-saving supplies and battling blazing wildfires from above, to search-and-rescue crews navigating the skies to find those in need, aviation plays a heroic role in emergency response. Grab your pencils and show us how flight brings hope, help, and heroism to the world!