I am sure you all received the report card for the second trimester. I would like to publically thank the teachers for all the reflection and consideration they give to this process. I am sure you would agree that the teachers’ comments show their knowledge of child development and their craft.   I like that the teachers acknowledge the positive attributes of the children and then give them a suggestion on how to continue excelling. Please use the report card as a springboard to have a discussion about celebrating successes and then setting realistic goals for the next trimester.   I would be … [Read more...] about Report Card Reflections

Lincoln School celebrated Read Across America Day/Dr. Seuss' Birthday last week.  NEA's Read Across America is an annual reading motivation and awareness program that calls for every child in every community to celebrate reading on March 2nd, the birthday of beloved children's author, Dr. Seuss.  Oh, The Places You'll Go, Dr. Seuss' whimsical tale, was this year's theme. On Friday, February 27th students from RHS visited to read to classes and on March 2nd community members stopped by share their favorite children's book.  On March 9th, Ms. Mammone's 2nd grade class was surprised with mystery … [Read more...] about Read Across America

The Rutherford Food Pantry is in desperate need of restocking. The Pantry has over 175 Rutherford households registered to receive services totaling more than 365 persons. In addition to the usual requests for food and personal hygiene products, they will be collecting new items such as: umbrellas, wallets, children’s coloring books, crayons, body lotions and powders, shampoo and conditioner. There will be a table in the hall outside the office for contributions. Thank you in advance for helping our community. … [Read more...] about Food Collection

During the week of January 26th students will participate in the Great Kindness Challenge. Students will receive a list of acts that will show them specific ways they can make the world better each day.  A list of acts is attached.  Parent Letter_GKC   Students can then see if they were able to accomplish any of the tasks during the week.   Building in spirit days to remind students of ways to be kind will also enhance the week. Monday 1/26        Kick into Gear and Help Someone Near (Crazy socks … [Read more...] about The Great Kindness Challenge

Please join me and members of our faculty on January 14, 2015 at 7 p.m. in the High School auditorium for a presentation about the upcoming PARCC assessments. I am looking forward to seeing you there. Jack Hurley Superintendent of Schools … [Read more...] about PARCC Information Meeting