JPC Weekly News

• Halloween Parade-Friday at 9:15am (Click HERE for more details)

• "Red Ribbon Week": This week, an emphasis is placed on respect and making good choices. Discussion topics include: what is respect (showing someone else that you care about their feelings and well-being); describing what it means to feel respected; along with students identifying ways to show and tell respect.

• School Schedule (November 2-6)
• Monday: Single Session Day for K-5 Students; Kindergarten dismisses at 12:00; Ms. Ciccarelli and Miss Clayton's classes dismiss at 12:30pm; Conferences in PM
• Tuesday-No School for Students
• Wednesday: Single Session Day for K-5 Students; Kindergarten dismisses at 12:00; Ms. Ciccarelli and Miss Clayton's classes dismiss at 12:30pm; Conferences in PM
• Thursday and Friday: Schools are Closed
• Mr. Dan's class has a regular day of school on Monday and Wednesday

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.)

• Halloween Fun & Safety Tips for Kids of All Ages (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)

• Jefferson Fall Fest Volunteers: Huge thank you to everyone who volunteered for Jefferson Fall Fest to help make it a big success!

• For those who signed up, don't forget to bring your pumpkins tomorrow, Thursday, October 29, for JPC’s Annual Pumpkin Carving Contest! The kiddos and JPC staff are excited to see your creativity! Please drop off your decorated pumpkin at the JPC Doors between 8:25 and 8:40 AM and pick up at the end of the day after 1 PM at the JPC Doors. Winners will be announced on the JPC Instagram on Friday.

• Tickets are on sale now for Lawton C. Johnson Summit Middle School’s production of A Wrinkle in Time. Performance dates are Friday, November 20 at 7:00PM and Saturday, November 21 at 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM. Tickets can be purchased at https://cur8.com/projects/lcjsms.

• Square 1 Art: Be on the lookout in your child's take home folder! Coming home to you soon will be your child's custom catalog for the Square 1 Art fundraiser. Get a head start, and start ordering keepsakes and gifts featuring your child's art online NOW, if you like! Simply search for your child's art using Art Search, and enter state, school name, and your student's name. Your student's art and code will appear, and you may order! Order by: 11/16/2026. Upload additional art if you like, using Art Upload! If you have questions, or need anything at all, contact customer care online.

• 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 10 from 7-9PM. There will be a cash bar, but the event is free to attend at Felina @ the Albion.

October 2026

30: Halloween Parade 9:15am

November 2026

2: Single Session Day (Grades K-5), Parent-Teacher Conferences

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

4: Single Session Day (Grades K-5), Parent-Teacher Conferences

5 & 6: Schools closed

25: Single Session Day (All students)

26 & 27: Schools Closed-Thanksgiving Break