If you are a parent interested in learning more about how to support your reader at home, you are encouraged to consider learning more about the 4 session virtual workshop series throughout the month of October, sponsored by NJFEHUB. Information is below! Learn Strategies for Making Reading Time with Your Child Fun for You Both (1) … [Read more...] about Supporting Your Child’s Reading At Home
Join us for a Second Cup of Coffee!!
The Rutherford Parent Academy invites parents of all ages for a follow-up conversation on Jonathan Haidt's groundbreaking book, The Anxious Generation.
Did you read the book and wonder what's next or attend our workshops and ask now what? This is your chance to reconnect with the core ideas, share your key takeaways, and discuss the actions you've taken—or are considering taking—to help your children navigate the challenges of the digital age.
Connect with other parents and educators to gain new perspectives and following the round-table discussions, leave with practical strategies … [Read more...] about Join us for a Second Cup of Coffee!!
Navigating the After-School Transition
As we begin the 2025-2026 school year, many parents may notice their children exhibiting challenging behaviors after a long day of school. These behaviors, often a result of emotional and mental fatigue, are a normal part of the after-school adjustment. They are not a cause for alarm, but rather a sign that a child needs support in transitioning from the structured school environment back to the comfort of home.
To help families understand and manage these behaviors, we recommend a resource from the Institute for Child Psychology. The article, "[Read more...] about Navigating the After-School Transition
Parent Academy: enVision Math in grades K-8
A District United Against Bullying
Unity Day is Wednesday, October 16. Wear and share ORANGE to send a visible message that no child should ever experience bullying.
Unity Day is an annual event occurring during National Bullying Prevention Month in October that promotes joining together to create healthier communities through kindness, acceptance, and inclusion. It was started by PACER's National Bullying Prevention Center in 2011 and is now celebrated around the world.
Students, staff, and members of our community are encouraged to unite and wear orange!
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