The Rutherford School District won statewide recognition for the second year in a row for communications. Hosted by the New Jersey School Public Relations Association (NJSPRA), the annual School Communications Awards recognize outstanding print and electronic supporting material in New Jersey education communications programs. This year, Rutherford Public Schools won 3rd Place in the Special Interest Publication category for the four-page newsletter mailed by the district in February. The mailer included upbeat stories like staff spotlights, which called attention to those who went above … [Read more...] about Rutherford school district wins school communications award For the second year in a row
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Week of Respect
The students at Washington School participated in the Week of Respect. Students learned how to respect others, themselves, their school, diversity, and the environment.
… [Read more...] about Week of RespectHow was your day?
How was your day? This question often leaves parents and caretakers frustrated with the one word response or the lack of detail provided to them from their child. Here are a few suggestions that will encourage your child to engage in a conversation about their day.
Ask specific questions, specific to their day. What activities did you do in Mr. Foster's class today? Did you learn about instruments with Mr. Sheridan or are you learning a song? Tell me about the (song/instrument).
What did you do today that made someone smile?
Did you enjoy math or writing more today? … [Read more...] about How was your day?
High Five to Hometown Heroes
The Kindergarten Center honored the local first responders on Friday, September 10th, 2021. Students proudly dressed in red, white and blue as they shared notes of appreciation and gave out "high fives" for being our hometown heroes! Thank you to the Rutherford Fire Department, Police Department, and Ambulance Corp for serving our community. … [Read more...] about High Five to Hometown Heroes