Dear Rutherford Community, We have officially completed Distance Learning Day 3 and I am very proud of our students, parents, teachers and community for adjusting so quickly. Just last week we were educating 2,700 students within the four walls of our classrooms. In less than two days, we prepared, adapted, modified, and are now successfully educating all of those students at home. As the nature of COVID-19 seems to change hourly, we continue to grow and adapt as we embark further into this uncharted territory. That being said, I wanted to provide you with some updates. With the … [Read more...] about March 20, 2020
Archives for March 2020
Staying Connected
Lincoln students have been connecting with their principal. One student sent an email to check in with Dr. Velechko and another student sent pictures of him learning from home. This first grader was able to celebrate St. Patrick's Day by making a leprechaun trap. We need to stay connected to our learning and each other. … [Read more...] about Staying Connected
School Closure/Distance Learning
County Executive James Tedesco has ordered the closing of all county public schools beginning Monday, March 16 in response to the rising numbers of COVID-19 in Bergen County. This is not a decision we take lightly, as we know the inconvenience it will bring, but we have been gearing up for this possibility and are solidifying plans to continue educating our students. As of this writing, there have been NO presumed or confirmed cases of COVID-19 “coronavirus” connected to our school community. Please understand that the situation is changing rapidly, and we are making decisions and … [Read more...] about School Closure/Distance Learning
Online Read Aloud – Mr. Ersalesi Reads to Students!
Mr. Ersalesi, the supervisor of English and Arts for the Rutherford Public Schools, reads aloud to students each school day during virtual instruction. A good book can help transport kids (and adults) to other places and times! And sometimes a good book is just a lot of fun! We hope that you were able to use these books as a little bit of fun and enjoyment every single day! We hope you enjoyed the read alouds this year. Due to publishing copyright laws, the publishers of the books have asked us to remove the links once the school year came to an end. Now is a GREAT time to read a book … [Read more...] about Online Read Aloud – Mr. Ersalesi Reads to Students!
Board of Education Meeting Monday, March 16, 2020
The Board of Education meeting planned for Monday, March 16 will take place at 7:30 p.m. in the High School cafeteria. However, the presentation by Parette Somjen Architects and EPIC Management will not take place. It will be rescheduled for the April 6 meeting. Seats will be placed 6 feet apart, as recommended by the NJ Department of Health, and anyone who does not feel well should not attend. … [Read more...] about Board of Education Meeting Monday, March 16, 2020