Dragons' Dish

Dear Allenwood Families,

As we close out 2025, I am already looking ahead to 2026 and the many possibilities a new year can bring to Allenwood. This time of year is always an opportunity for reflection, celebration, and renewed excitement for what lies ahead.

I am proud to congratulate Mrs. Jaqueline Zaraza on being named Allenwood’s Teacher of the Year. Her dedication to her craft, love of teaching, and constant availability to meet students’ needs are truly exceptional. She is a wonderful example of excellence in education. I would also like to congratulate Mrs. Kelsey Magliaro on being named Allenwood’s Educational Services Professional of the Year. Mrs. Magliaro works tirelessly to support her students and advocate for the families of Wall. She is a trusted support for both staff and students, and her commitment does not go unnoticed.

On January 5th, our new dismissal program will go into effect. Pickup Patrol will be utilized for all changes to your child’s dismissal process. Please note the following timeline:

• Friday, December 19th: An introductory email was sent to parents/guardians.

• Monday, December 22nd: A follow-up email was sent informing parents and guardians that Pickup Patrol would send a registration email, providing the opportunity to set up accounts.

• Saturday, January 3rd: A reminder email will be sent encouraging parents to sign up for their accounts, referencing the December 22nd email from Pickup Patrol.

• Monday, January 5th: We will begin utilizing the Pickup Patrol application for dismissal.

Additionally, the district’s Digital Footprint Presentation will take place on Monday, January 12th, at 7:00 p.m. at Wall Intermediate School. This presentation will focus on online safety and responsible digital behavior for our students. I strongly encourage families to attend this important and informative event.

Our PTG Read-A-Thon will also begin on January 12th. This is our school’s largest fundraiser of the year, and the prizes are especially exciting this time around. Thank you in advance for your continued support of this meaningful initiative.

Lastly, thank you for being such a dedicated and supportive school community. I wish you all a happy, healthy, and successful start to the new year.

Sincerely,

James Sterenczak
Principal

Join us in celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary with events and activities all year. This section will share district celebrations, announcements, and ways our school community can honor this historic milestone.

Thank you Mrs. Cimino and the tireless PTG Board for a year full of enriching and

fun experiences. Please consider being an active member of the Allenwood PTG.

Our K–5 school counselors are launching a district-wide online safety workshop, Unlocking the Secrets of Online Safety: A Guardian’s Guide to Social Media for Youth, designed to support parents of elementary-aged children on topics including social media, gaming platforms, and cyber safety.

• Click here to RSVP

It's time to start planning for the 2026-2027 school year! Please take note of the upcoming registration dates for our youngest students:

• Kindergarten Registration: Monday, February 2, 2026
• Preschool Registration: Tuesday, February 17, 2026

Children are registered in their neighborhood schools in the order that completed registrations are received. Please be advised in the event that grade-level capacity is reached, incoming students may be assigned to another WTPS elementary school.

Registration Questions?

Do you have questions or need assistance with the registration process? Please follow this link to the district website or contact Kerrin McGowan, our District Registrar, with all your questions and inquiries.

• Email: kmcgowan@wallpublicschools.org
• Phone: 732-556-2658

If your family is experiencing economic challenges or homelessness, visit the McKinney Vento webpage for essential information and guidance on available resources.

District Homeless Education Liaison

Tiffany Steiner
tsteiner@wallpublicschools.org
732.556.2647