The Weekly Update #9
October 23, 2026
💫 Principal's Weekly Wrap Up💫
Dear Parents and Guardians:
We have had an especially successful fall sports season, including the Girls Cross Country and Boys Soccer teams each winning their division for the first time in program history! We look forward to even more accolades as we begin our playoffs in the upcoming weeks.
Finally, we are excited to have over 850 students attend our Homecoming Dance tomorrow night! The dance runs from 6pm-9pm. Please ensure students arrive on time and are picked up at 9pm.
Thanks for all you do,
Kaitlin
📆 Important Dates
Oct. 24: Homecoming Dance
See information below
Oct 29: Junior Parking Application Closes
Oct 30: Pick a Team, Pick a Theme
Students should select a theme to dress up as along with a group of peers.
Students will be judged on the best team.
Nov 5-6: No school for students
Nov 11: No school for students
Federal Impact Aid Forms
On October 15, 2026, Northern Burlington will electronically solicit the US Department of Education's Federal Impact Aid Student-Parent Survey Form for the 2026-2027 School Year. This form is available through PowerSchool’s parent portal. This survey is important and determines the amount of Federal Impact Aid the district receives. Consequently, this form, one for each student, needs to be completed and submitted by you (student’s parent/guardian/sponsor) by Friday, October 30, 2026.
Beginning on October 15, 2026, you will not be able to access your child(ren)’s grades until the survey form is completed. Please keep an eye out for this electronic survey form on October 15th. Thank you!
Homecoming Information
Ticket Sales: Have Closed. No tickets will be sold at the door.
Doors open: 5:30pm
Event Begins: 6:00pm
Pick up: 9:00pm
All students entering will be breathalyzed.
Board Member Vacancy
Governor's Educator of the Year Nominations
New Jersey's Governor's Educator of the Year program promotes a culture that recognizes excellence, creates a sense of pride and brings public attention to the work of outstanding educators.
Classroom teachers and educational service professionals are recognized through this program.
Administrators, staff members, students, parents and community members are encouraged to participate.
Eligibility Criteria-Requirements
Any educators nominated for this award must meet all of the following requirements:
- An exceptionally skilled and dedicated classroom teacher where teaching is the primary responsibility or an educational services professional (ESP) in one of the eligible categories (see list below)
- An expert in the field who inspires students of all backgrounds and abilities to learn
- Actively collaborate with colleagues, students, and families to create a strong culture of respect and success
- Demonstrate leadership and innovation in educational activities at the school, district and/or state and national levels that take place both within and outside the school setting
- Have the respect and admiration of students, parents and colleagues
Note: There is no requirement for a minimum number of years in the classroom, however as an ambassador for education, this is an award based on merit and leadership and not to be given out solely based on years of service, like a retirement award.
To nominate a certified staff member for the Governor's Educator of the Year, please follow the appropriate link below.
Educational Service Professionals at NB include:
o Anti-Bullying Specialist
o Athletic Trainer
o Child Study Team: Social Worker, School Psychologist, Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant (LDTC)
o Counselor: At-Risk, Clinical, School
o Interventionist
o Media Specialist
o Nurse
o Reading Specialist
o Speech Language Specialist
o Student Assistance Coordinator (SAC)
Nominations are accepted until Monday, November 9, 2026
YEARBOOK
Attention Parents!
ORDER TODAY — WHY PAY MORE LATER?
Order your student's yearbook by Friday, October 23, to secure the lowest price of the year before prices increase from $85 after October 23rd! This is also the only time to save up to $20 on icons when you add personalization.
Promo Code: Use code YBKICONS at checkout to claim your savings.
Order Link: Order your yearbook and personalization today at https://tinyurl.com/33d4m2ep
Don't wait—cross this off your list today!
Junior Parking
We are excited to once again offer Junior Parking spots throughout the year via a lottery system.
Today, directions for accessing the Junior Parking lottery were posted in the Junior Class Google Classroom. The form will be open from October 23- October 29, 2026.
Interested students who meet the criteria (valid driver’s license, registration, insurance, and available car, etc.) should complete the google doc to enter the lottery. The doc will include a place to submit proof of these documents.
The form will close on Thursday 10/29/26 at 3pm.
All those with completed forms will be entered into the lottery which will be held on Friday 10/30/26.
If you are selected for one of the available Junior parking spots you will be notified via school email on Tuesday 11/3/26. Parking passes will be distributed on Wednesday 11/4/26 in the Main Office during opportunity period (10:30am-11:38am)
Parking passes will only be issued once ALL necessary documentation is on file and the parking fee of $30 is submitted. Students are not permitted to park until they have been issued a tag.
Any questions or issues please contact Mrs.Gupta in the main office.
There are 24 available spots. All parking passes will be for spots located in the middle school parking lot.
Pick a Team, Pick a Theme! October 30, 2026
Students and staff are invited to participate in our themed dress up day on October 30!
Pick a team, decide on a theme and dress up to win great prizes! Group pictures will be taken during opportunity period and voting will take place the first week in November!
Mark Your Calendars!
2027-2028 School Calendar
Craft Fair
Band Booster Raffle
Student Pick Up Reminder
During Opportunity Period, students are moving throughout a variety of locations in the building. If you need to pick up your child from school, please try to arrive prior to 10:30am or after 11:38am. Parents arriving between these times should expect additional wait times as administration/security retrieves your child.
Assessment Schedule
During the course of the school year, students will participate in various standardized assessments. Some of these assessments are mandated by the state and others are voluntary based on the courses they may take. Assessment Information and NB’s Assessment Schedule: Assessment Schedule 2026-2027
Clinical Corner
We can be so quick to tell ourselves stories that aren’t true, especially when we are anxious and our minds want to go to the worst case scenario. I find this to be common when we are in transition, and there are a lot of unknowns. But if we take a second, catch ourselves and just ask one simple question, “Do I really believe this will happen?” it might make your brain reroute itself in a different direction. When you get caught up in the what if’s asking yourself, “What if it goes well?” can be extremely helpful. Even telling yourself, “Let me just see how this goes.” can put a more relaxed spin on things. One other technique that is known to work is actually asking yourself what you would do if the ‘worst’ thing happens. This can help you devise a plan and make that outcome a little less scary, such as “Even if I fail this test I can…” So, at the beginning of the school year, whether you are a new or seasoned teacher, a freshman or a senior, try to set an intention to cope with various unknowns with a deep breath and a “whatever happens I can handle it” mentality.
PTSC
The Parent Teacher Student Connection is the parent teacher organization for Northern Burlington. Through fundraising, we are able to support the school community with classroom grants, student community service project grants, event treats, staff appreciation, scholarships, and more. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram at NBurlingtonPTSC.
Student Community Service Project Grants:
Last year, we initiated these grants to encourage our students to propose, implement, and present their own community service projects. We will be awarding up to six grants in the amount of $500 each. See application for more details. Applications are due OCTOBER 31. Last year's presentations are on the webpage.
A&M Dessert Fundraiser (due Nov 17)
Our annual holiday dessert fundraiser is now open! Order from over 40+ delicious desserts from A&M Garden Center and pick up here in Northern Burlington at the Middle School.
Order here by November 17. Pick up is Tuesday, November 24 at the Middle School from 2:30 - 6:00 pm.
Fall Clothing Drive begins November 1
Start cleaning out those closets! The fall clothing drive is right around the corner.
Advanced Placement (AP) Exam Registration Deadline Approaching
A Message From The AD
Winter Sports Registration Open
To All Student-Athletes, Parents and Guardians:
Northern Burlington County Regional School District's Athletic Department has opened its High School and Middle School Winter Athletic Registration. Registration will be open and available from September 14 through December 11th, 2026.
It’s important to know that our registration platform has transitioned to Bound. As a result, all previous Arbiter accounts are no longer active. Families must create a NEW Bound Account to complete registration.
Please note:
You must complete the entire registration process on Bound to be registered for a sport. Middle school students are only eligible for Middle School Sports. Even if your student played a Fall sport, you must log in and complete the registration steps for Winter sports, confirming all documentation and electronic signatures are in order. Once submitted, it may take 7-10 business days to become cleared for an activity. Registering does not mean you are ready to play. Please keep in mind that middle school basketball has tryouts in early November. Students must be cleared in order to try out, and students who are not cleared to try out will not make the team.
A physical is valid for 365 days prior to the first day of the sport/tryouts. If your student’s physical is greater than one year old from the start date of the desired sport, you will need to schedule an appointment and have your doctor complete the required Preparticipation Medical Eligibility form in its entirety.
Registration is not complete or eligible for review until you receive an email that states such. Your student is not cleared to participate until you receive an email that states such.
One additional update on registering for winter sports:
If you registered for sports and activities in our Bound portal before September 29, please log into your family Bound account again and complete the Registration Health History Questionnaire as soon as possible. This form was not available during registration between those dates and is required for your student to be eligible for processing by the district health care team . Your student cannot be cleared to participate in any athletics or other activities if this form is not completed.
Click BOUND
To access the new Health History Questionnaire please follow these steps:
Go to your family dashboard on BOUND
On the left-hand side under the word Family, find the "Organizations" button and click the dropdown menu.
This will allow you to see every student you have a Bound account for. Click the "Northern Burlington" under the desired student, and it will take you to their Overview page.
Once here, click the tab named "Registrations" near the top of the screen.
Once here, click the button (it will be a yellow or green button) to the left of the registered sport. From here you can answer the questionnaire, click Save, and then exit the questionnaire. Please be sure to do this for every student you have registered for a sport.
If you have any questions regarding the registration process or the forms, the best way for parents to reach out to our support team is by either clicking the teal B button in the bottom right-hand corner of the web browser/app or they can reach out to our team at support@gobound.com.
If you have any questions regarding physicals, physical dates, or the State’s Health History Update Questionnaire, please email Michele O’Neill at moneill@nburlington.com
Additional information and tryout dates will be communicated by coaches. We are looking forward to welcoming our Winter Athletes and working with all of you this upcoming season!!
Thank you,
Frank Corigliano
Director of Athletics
ATHLETIC STADIUM RULES:
- ALL Middle and Elementary School level students must be accompanied by a parent throughout the entirety of the game.
- Students are not permitted to stay after school to attend athletic events. As we encourage them to support their friends and classmates, they must go home and come back. They are not permitted to loiter after school unsupervised.
- No backpacks or large bags are permitted into the stadium during athletic events.
- There is NO readmittance at the football games. If you leave the stadium, you WILL NOT be allowed back in.
Turf Field
Thank you to our community to support our state-of-the-art turf field. The field has already been essential to the success of our athletic teams at Northern. This is a massive upgrade for all of us, and we cannot wait to see everyone out there staying active and making memories.
This field is a major investment in our community’s future. To keep it looking pristine and performing at its best for years to come, we need everyone’s help! Protect our field by following the Rules of the Turf:
🚫 No Gum, Seeds, or Food: Shelled snacks (like sunflower seeds) and gum ruin the turf fibers and infill.
🚫 No Sugary Drinks: Water only! Spills attract pests and create sticky, unmanageable patches.
🚫 No Metal Cleats: Please wear molded cleats, turf shoes, or sneakers to avoid tearing the backing.
🚫 No Pets or Vehicles: Keep our furry friends and wheeled items (bikes, scooters) outside the fence.
🗑️ Nothing left behind: Use the trash cans provided and leave the field cleaner than you found it.
Let's work together to protect this incredible asset so our community can enjoy it for a long time to come. Tag your teammates, grab your water bottles, and we'll see you on the field! 🙌⚽🏈
Curriculum Overviews
Curriculum Overviews, which are accessible on the Academics section of the district website, include the sequence of units, summaries, and number of weeks per unit. Course Overviews for English courses also include the resource list.
🥗🍕 TIME TO EAT!
Breakfast
Breakfast will be available for students every day in the Main Cafeteria from 6:45 am - 7:15 am. Grab-and-go breakfast will be available from 7:20 am- 7:30 am, and can only be purchased after checking into their homeroom and receiving a pass from their teacher. The cost for breakfast is $2.75 for a breakfast bundle, which will include a grain and/ or protein, a fruit, and a milk. This will be the free/reduced option and will also be available for purchase. À la carte items are available for purchase as well.
Lunch & Opportunity Period:
Similar to last year, we are excited to have all students eating lunch during the opportunity period. This will allow students time to relax with peers, receive extra support from teachers, and participate in meetings and activities.
Students will have the opportunity to choose the location where they will eat lunch and spend the remainder of their time. The time will be split into two 34-minute sections. Students can choose a location for each section.
We have four locations where students can buy lunch: West Cafe, East Cafe, Main Cafe, and the kiosk located outside West Gym.
Students can participate in activities, tutoring, and athletics during the opportunity period as well as sit in the cafeteria, lunch, and patio locations. Please look at the options here with your student and discuss where they may spend their time. Activities are rotated at each marking period.
We encourage all parents and guardians to complete a new 2026-2027 Application for
Free and Reduced Price School Meals prior to the first day of school.
The application can be found on our webpage under parent/student resources and at this LINK.
The cost for a regular school lunch is $3.75, and a premium lunch is $4.00. Students will use their school ID to move through the lunch line. Parents are welcome to establish an online lunch account through the lunchtime parent portal found under Food Services on the parent/student page and at this Acct Link.
Students are welcome to pack their lunch; please no glass bottles.
🌮 Menu Links
Other Important Information
Several important pieces of information are available on our district website at www.nburlington.com, MORE, Parent/Guardian Resources:
· District Calendar
· Free and Reduced Lunch Application
· Student Handbook
· Parent Teacher Student Connection (PTSC) Announcement: This is the parent group for
the school district.
· Medication at School Form: Must be completed in order for a child to take any medication
at school.
· Acceptable Use of Technology Policy
· Anti-Bullying Policy
· Asbestos Abatement Notification (AHERA) and Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Plan
· Health Insurance Brochure/Application
· Vaccine Information
Finally, make sure you enjoy these final days of summer with your friends and family. We look forward to seeing your children return.
Best wishes as we embark on another exciting school year.
🎓CLASS OF 2027 SENIOR SECTION
Senior Portraits
All portrait sessions hosted at NB have concluded. If you missed it or want to have retakes, please call Lors to set up an appointment at their Mount Laurel session. 908-964-3040
Senior Parking:
Seniors are eligible to apply for parking on campus. Please find the link below for the 2026–2027 Senior Parking Application that can be accessed in Google Classroom.
If you have already applied and have been approved, you should have received an email from Ms. Gupta.
Only students can pick up their parking decals.
Senior Trip
New Senior Trip information was shared on the Class of 2027 Google Classroom today. Please discuss this information with your student.
The next payment of $450 was due by Tuesday, October 20th and should be given to Mrs. Duff or Mrs. Montemore.
Senior Graduation Package & Information - Cap, Gown and More
Northern Burlington High School is making it easier than ever for seniors and their families! This year, all major graduation and senior-year expenses, including cap, gown, tassel, senior breakfast, t-shirt, lawn sign, and more, will be ordered using one simple form and one convenient payment. No more multiple deadlines or scattered fees. Use this link to place your order: https://nburlington.revtrak.net/. If you have a cap and gown from the past two years, you may qualify for the discounted fee. Please contact Mrs. Shelley Guevara at rguevara@nburlington.com if you have any questions or would like the discount form.