RS Weekly Update

April 2026 ☔

April 27th-May 1st - College & Career Week

• Monday, April 27th: “College Gear or College Colors” Day! 🏫 Wear your favorite college gear or represent your favorite school's colors.
• Tuesday, April 28th: “Dress for a Day in the Life”! 👩‍⚕️👨‍🚀 Students will dress up as the career they hope to have one day.
• Wednesday, April 29th: “Your Future Starts Here”! 💙💛 Show your school pride by wearing Manville gear or colors.
• Thursday, April 30th: “My Future is Bright”! 😎✨ Wear sunglasses or neon colors to school!

May 2026 🌷

• Friday, May 1st: “Dress for Success”! 👔👗 Dress professionally as if you were heading to an important interview.

• Career Day/Presentation - Friday
• Walking School Bus

May 4th-8th - Teacher Appreciation Week

May 5th -Early Dismissal at 1:15pm

May 11th-15th - NJSLA Testing

May 14th - MSD Multicultural Event

May 22nd & 25th - NO SCHOOL - Memorial Day Weekend

Week of May 4th through May 8th

The fourth-grade class has been working very hard for the Spring Concert! Our theme this year is "Songs of Home and Heart". Our repertoire revolves around themes of home, love, growth, and connection. Here are a few things that I need to share with parents in order to have a very successful concert. The 4th Grade Spring concert is:

When: Wednesday, May 6th, 2026 at 6:30pm

Where: Manville High School Auditorium

Dress Code: Solid white top, Black bottoms, closed-toe shoes!

• Girls: Please wear appropriate bottoms. This can be solid black slacks, black jeans, skirt with tights, or a solid color white or black dress.
• Boys: Please wear a collared or button-down white shirt. Appropriate bottom wear can be black slacks, solid black jeans, or khaki pants.
• Please no ripped jeans, leggings, or T-shirts with pictures or wording. Please have long hair pulled back/up so it is not blocking the face. Students need to be able to see the music teacher and audience clearly.

*Please note ALL students must be signed in AND out by a parent/guardian.

If you have any questions, please email nmaldonado-gorsak@manvillesd.org. I look forward to seeing you all there!

- Mrs. Maldonado-Gorsak

Our 3rd and 4th Graders will be taking the New Jersey Student Learning Assessment (NJSLA) the week of May 11th through May 15th. Attendance during this week is very important, so please ensure your child arrives at school on time!

Testing can be a stressful time, but we want our students to "Donut Stress" and remember to be kind to their minds. You can help your child prepare for a successful week by following these reminders:

• Rest & Recharge: Ensure they get a good night's sleep.

• Fuel Up: Provide a healthy breakfast each morning OR take advantage of our breakfast options at school - Breakfast starts at 8:25!

• Tech Check: Students must bring their Chromebook fully charged, along with their charger. If your child is experiencing any issues with their device or charger, please submit a technology request as soon as possible - https://www.manvilleschools.org/departments/technology

• Audio: Please send your child with a pair of wired headphones.

We encourage students to practice mindful coping skills like deep breathing and positive affirmations. We’ve got this!

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

Mondays & Wednesdays - 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 & Thursdays - ELA/ESL Tutoring: 7:40 AM - 8:25 AM

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

Before school tutoring sessions can be found on the Roosevelt School website calendar AND on Parent Square! Last day of before school tutoring is APRIL 30th!

It was a VERY busy week at Roosevelt School! Check out all of the updates on events and activities below. Be sure to follow Roosevelt School on Facebook!

Congratulations to our incredible readers! We are so proud of the dedication and effort shown by all our students during this year’s Read-A-Thon. A special shout-out goes to our top performers who truly went above and beyond:

Grade Level Champions

• 4th Grade: Ms. Miller’s Class leads the school with a staggering 12,949 minutes!

• 3rd Grade: Ms. Landau’s Class took the top spot for their grade with 7,955 minutes.

Individual Top Readers

4th Grade:

• 1st Place: Zoe M. (3,570 minutes)

• 2nd Place: Nikolas H. (3,150 minutes)

• 3rd Place: Lucas H. (2,830 minutes)

3rd Grade:

• 1st Place: Lyanna H. (1,390 minutes)

• 2nd Place: Lucas V. (1,054 minutes)

• 3rd Place: Zakhar B. (940 minutes)

A special Thank You to Mrs. Gallagher AND Mrs. Carver, as well as all the parents and teachers for supporting our scholars.

This past week, we took a moment to celebrate our very own Ms. ITTY, who keeps Roosevelt School running smoothly every single day. Our administrative assistant is the heart of our main office—the first friendly face you see, the voice on the phone, and the expert who handles a thousand behind-the-scenes details with grace and a smile.

A very special "Colt Shout-out" to Ms. Itty! We are so grateful for your unwavering support, your patience, and for everything you do to care for our students, staff, and families. We truly couldn't do it without you! 🐴

What an incredible evening we had this past Wednesday! A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for the Weston & Roosevelt PreK–4 Art Show and the 4th Grade STEM Invention Exhibit.

The Weston hallways were transformed into a vibrant gallery, showcasing the immense talent, hard work, and imagination of our student artists and innovators. From colorful masterpieces to ingenious STEM projects, the creativity on display was truly inspiring! 🌟

We are so proud of our students for their dedication and for sharing their unique visions with the community. Thank you to Mrs. Ohlson and Mrs. Lavy, our teacher/staff volunteers, our families, and the Weston PTA who made this collaborative event a success!

A huge shout-out and thank you to Mrs. D. Gallagher for her help in organizing the daily schedule and coordinating these activities ensuring everything ran smoothly for our participating families. 🐴💛

Our 3rd and 4th grade students wrapped up their fourth and final Digital Citizenship Day in STEM.

Students were building critical thinking and media awareness skills.

Family tips for 3rd grade

English - K–5 Family Tips: News & Media Literacy | Common Sense Education

Spanish - Tips para familias con niños de kínder a 5to grado: Noticias y educación mediática | Common Sense Education

Family tips for 4th grade

English - K–5 Family Tips: Relationships & Communication | Common Sense Education

Spanish - Tips para familias con niños de kínder a 5to grado: Relaciones y comunicación | Common Sense Education

In April, counseling lessons will focus on good citizenship and college and career readiness. Students will explore their personality types through a fun quiz and discover their unique “spirit animal.” They will learn how different personalities can align with various career paths and discuss exciting possibilities for their futures.

💡 Special Activities This Month:

🏆Keep the Conversation Going at Home:

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.

As we move into the final months of the school year, it can be tempting to let routines slide—but this is actually the most critical time for consistent attendance! Staying on track now ensures our students are fully prepared for end-of-year milestones and their transition to the next grade.

• The Testing Edge: With NJSLA testing scheduled for May 11th–15th, being in class every day right now is vital. Regular attendance allows students to participate in essential review activities and build the confidence they need to do their best.

• Routine & Reliability: Consistent attendance helps students stay connected to their peers and keeps their learning momentum high. Every lesson builds on the last, and being here in person makes all the difference.

• Every Minute Counts:

  • 8:25 AM: Doors open for breakfast.

  • 8:35 AM: Regular arrival begins.

  • 8:45 AM: School starts promptly.

Let’s keep our attendance "Excellent" all the way to the finish line! Thank you for partnering with us to make every school day count for our Roosevelt Colts. 🐴

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.

The Manville School District is proud to offer a high-quality, full-day preschool program at no cost to our community. Open to all Manville residents whose children will be 3 or 4 years old before October 1st, our program operates across four convenient locations: HOPES, Jointure, Lightbridge, and Weston.

Registration is open from March 1st through May 1st. Please note that placement is determined via a lottery system held in mid-May. To ensure your child is considered, please have your residency proofs (deed/lease and two utility bills) and updated medical records ready for our online application.

Click Here to Register Today!

We are excited to share this month’s update from the Manville Public Library!

Check it out to see what’s happening at the library this month!