The Week of Respect is October 2-6. Even though NJ designates one week for activities, we continue to emphasize character traits throughout the year to foster positive character development. Here are some planned activities with the intent of building a strong sense of community. October 2nd is wear Blue to Stomp Out Bullying (District-wide) Ms. Bregman or Footprints for Life coordinator visits the classrooms Make friends with someone you don’t know October 5th is wear Purple for Courage (Character Trait) Discuss character choices Celebrate differences … [Read more...] about Week of Respect
Students Summarize Book Working Cooperatively
Ms. Freitag's readers worked cooperatively to summarize a book. Each student was responsible for sketching and explaining an important part of the book. … [Read more...] about Students Summarize Book Working Cooperatively
Literary Character Costume Contest
Show your love of literacy by participating in The Friends of the Library of Rutherford Costume Contest on October 14! Interested? Read the attached information below to learn more about this fun fall event! Friends of the library flyer costume contest … [Read more...] about Literary Character Costume Contest
Grade 2 Footprints for Life Program
Grade 2 students are participating in a program entitled Footprints for Life. The program complements our character education program and focuses on five key social competencies: planning and decision-making skills, interpersonal skills, cultural competence, peer pressure resistance, and peaceful conflict resolution. The program runs for six weeks. … [Read more...] about Grade 2 Footprints for Life Program
First Day of School at Lincoln
The first day of school at Lincoln started with lots of smiles. Students were greeted by the PTA’s beautiful Welcome Back displays on the front lawn. PreK4 students had a great start and first graders enjoyed exploring math tools. … [Read more...] about First Day of School at Lincoln