RS Weekly Update

April 2026 ☔

April 2nd -Early Dismissal for Students & Staff (Dismissal is from 1:15-1:25 PM)

• ❌NO MIDDLE EARTH

April 3rd to April 10th - SPRING BREAK No School for Students & Staff

April 14th - Milan Rose Spring Photos (OPTIONAL) More Info to Follow*

April 15th - NJEA Somerset Patriots Annual Most Improved Student Night - Game begins at 6:35 PM

April 17th - Walking School Bus

April 22nd - Pre K-4 Elementary Art Show (4th Grade STEM Exhibit)

April 23rd -

• Take Your Child to Work Day
• Youth in Action Summit @ Rutgers University

Spring Picture Day will take place on Tuesday, April 14, 2026. Students will have the opportunity to take their photos during the school day, so please ensure your child comes to school dressed and ready for pictures. Order forms were sent home in Friday Folders. Completed forms and payment must be submitted by Picture Day. Please note that spring pictures are optional and ONLY students who opt in will get their picture take. Students who wish to participate must bring their completed form and payment on that day, as photos cannot be taken without them.

To place an order, you may scan the QR code on the form or visit milanrose.com/order and enter your child’s student ID number. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the main office.

Thank you for your continued support!

The Manville School District will participate in “Take Your Child to Work Day” on Thursday,

April 23, 2026. If your child attends work with you, this form must be returned to the main

office in order to receive credit for school attendance. In addition, teachers will afford students

the opportunity to share their experiences during class.

Please complete the form below and return it by April 22nd or immediately upon your child’s

return to school

Capture the memories! The Roosevelt School Yearbook is now available for pre-order. The Yearbook Club is creating a beautiful collection of unforgettable moments, including fun events and portraits of students and staff.

📆 Regular Pricing: $12.00

Orders placed between March 2 and April 22, 2026

🛑 Deadline: Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Don't wait! Yearbooks are available by pre-order only—no extra copies will be printed.

How to Order

1. Visit YearbookOrderCenter.com
2. Enter Roosevelt School Code: 11797

3. Search Name OR Add New Name

4. Pay securely using a credit card.

Questions? Contact:

• Katrina De la Cruz: kdelacruz@manvillesd.org

• Orion Nolan: onolan@manvillesd.org

Thank you for supporting our yearbook!

A water line replacement project is scheduled to begin on North 13th Avenue (between Brooks Blvd and Dukes Pkwy) on or about Monday, March 16, 2026. The project is expected to last 6 to 8 weeks.

How this affects our school community:

• Daytime Traffic & Detours: Phase 1 begins March 16. During the day, North 13th Ave will be closed between Dukes Pkwy and Bleecher St. All traffic will be diverted to North 10th Ave.

• Minimizing School Disruption: To keep our learning environment quiet and safe, any work that significantly impacts the school property will be limited to nighttime hours and scheduled school breaks.

• Drop-off & Pick-up: If you access ABIS from the North, you must use North 10th Ave and Bleecher St to reach the school.

Please allow extra travel time and drive safely through the detour zones.

Weston and Roosevelt are teaming up for a FUN FAMILY OUTING! Please join us at the Somerset Patriots Game on Friday, June 12th! Tickets are $10 each! Cash only!

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!

On Friday, March 27th, members of our Roosevelt School NJPBSIS Team had the prestigious honor of representing our school at the NJ PBSIS Leadership Forum. Held at Mercer County College through Rutgers University, this event brought together educators from across the state.

Our team proudly showcased a display board highlighting our Roosevelt Road program, sharing our strategies for fostering a positive, inclusive, and supportive school climate. It was a wonderful opportunity to celebrate our students' success and exchange innovative ideas with other educators dedicated to positive behavior support.

🔹 April Classroom Counseling Lessons 🔹

This month, students will explore their personality types through a fun quiz and discover their unique "spirit animal." We’ll dive into how different personalities align with various career paths and discuss the exciting possibilities for their futures.

💡 Special Activities This Month:

✨ Exploring 8 possible "spirit animals" and their traits

✨ Connecting personality types to career options

✨ Guest speakers from the community and high school sharing their career journeys

🏆 Keep the Conversation Going at Home!

💬 Ask your child what they aspire to be when they grow up

🔍 Encourage them to research the education and skills needed for their dream job

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Talk about careers within your family and how different paths unfold

Let’s inspire students to dream big and explore their future possibilities! 🚀

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 Somerset County Constitutional Officers— including the County Clerk, Sheriff, and Surrogate—are hosting their annual Somerset County Poster Contest for fourth-grade students. Entry forms were sent home with fourth graders in their Friday Folders. Completed posters must be mailed or delivered to the County Administration Building in Somerville, NJ no later than April 20, 2026.

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!

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.

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.

As we move through March, we want to highlight how a consistent morning routine sets our students up for success! Whether your child is joining us for breakfast or heading straight to class, arriving on time is the best way to start the day.

Key Morning Reminders:

• Arrival Time: Doors open at 8:25 AM for breakfast arrival.

• The First Few Minutes: Teachers use the start of the day to set the stage for lessons and share important announcements. Arriving by 8:35 AM ensures your child doesn't miss these "pro-tips" for the day!

• Social Connections: Being here on time allows students to participate in morning meetings and build vital social bonds with their peers.

• Reduced Stress: A calm entry into the building helps students maintain focus and reduces "tardy anxiety."

Thank you for your partnership in making sure our students are here, on time, and ready to shine every single day!

🚨 Attendance Reminder: Families are encouraged to plan vacations around our scheduled school breaks. Please keep in mind that family travel is not considered an excused absence and will be reflected in your child’s total attendance record.