Kindergarten Center

We are so happy to see our kindergarteners enjoying the fresh air more readily on the playground!  After school play provides socialization opportunities for students, however, the safety of all must continue to be a priority.  Just as we emphasize safety and respect during the school day, we expect the same on the playground after school.  Please reinforce the following with your child and monitor your child to ensure they are being safe.  Playground expectations after school has been addressed, again, with our students and your assistance with follow through is appreciated.  No Physical … [Read More...]

Rutherford Public Schools is happy to offer the 2025 Summer Enrichment Academy this year for incoming Kindergarten to Grade 3 students.  Space is limited and registration is open.  Please note if your child is NEW to the district for the 2025-2026 school year, you may … [Read More...]

New KINDERGARTEN STUDENT registration, for students that are 5 years of age on or before October 1, 2025, is now open.  Registration is a two-part process. 1-Parents must complete the online registration. 2-Upon completion of the online registration, you must contact the Registrar at 201-438-7675 x1112 or at registration@rutherfordschools.org to provide the necessary documents to complete your child’s enrollment. Additional information can be found on the district website under [Read More...]

Holi, or the festival of colors, is a Hindu festival celebrating the arrival of spring!  Students in Mrs. Bomzer’s class enjoyed learning about Holi from their classmate, Brian, and his mother! Thank you for helping to bring learning to life and hope all that celebrated had a festive holiday this past Friday!! 💚🤍 💜 🧡 🌎 🌸   … [Read More...]

RHS club members from Future Teachers of America read to students and completed a craft throughout the district in recognition of Read Across America.  This fun filled day locally known as Read Across Rutherford, ended at the Kindergarten Center!  A huge thank you to all of the students and of course, the Rutherford Bulldog, for helping to foster a love of reading within our schools! … [Read More...]

Lilo, a very special penguin from Jenkinson’s Aquarium, visited the Kindergarten Center on Monday.  Students  learned about the various types of penguins, the various natural habitats, and so much more.  Thank you to the Kindergarten Center PTA for providing us with such an exciting experience! 🐧 🖤 🤍   … [Read More...]