Madison Junior School - Madison Public Schools
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Madison Junior School - Madison Public Schools
Madison Junior School 160 Main Street Madison, New Jersey 07940 Phone: 973-593-3149 Nicole Sherrin, Principal David Coster, Assistant Principal Fax: 973-966-1908 August 2014 Dear MJS Parent: This packet contains a great deal of material to digest. Much of it must be returned with your child on the first day of school. We have constructed the following check-off list to make your life easier! Please complete the following and have your child bring them to ADVISORY on Thursday, September 4, 2013. There are a total of thirty-three items on this checklist. _______________1. Ms. Sherrin’s Welcome Back Letter (Please Read) Mandatory Forms (Return the first day of school) _______________2. Emergency Card (Mandatory) _______________3. MJS Student Directory Form (Mandatory) _______________4. Web Site Parental/Guardian Consent Form (Mandatory) _______________5. Internet Contract Form (Mandatory – 3 pages) _______________6. Google Account Permission Slip (Mandatory) _______________7. Local Field Trip Permission Slip (Mandatory-2 pages) _______________8. Health Office Letter (Mandatory) _______________9. Health Evaluation Form (Mandatory) ______________10. Immunizations Form (6th Grade Only-Mandatory) ______________11. Name Verification Form (8th Grade only-Mandatory) Additional Health Forms ______________12. Food Allergy Action Plan (If applicable – 2 pages) ______________13. Asthma Treatment Plan (If applicable – 2 pages) ______________14. Medical Request & Permission Forms (If applicable) ______________15. Student Accident Insurance Information (Optional) ______________16. Sudden Cardiac Death Information (Please Read) ______________17. MJS Food Guidelines (Please Read) Additional Informational/Membership Forms ______________18. Honeywell Instant Alert Information (Optional) ______________19. School E-Alerts Information (Optional-2 pages) ______________20. Parent Resource Form (Optional) ______________21. MJS PTO Dues Form (Optional) ______________22. MJS PTO Volunteer Opportunities Form (Optional) ______________23. MJS PTO A+ School Rewards Program (Optional) ______________24. MJS PTO JETS Fundraiser (Optional) ______________25. Madison Music Association Dues and Volunteer Forms (Optional-2 pages) ______________26. Madison Young Playwrights Application Form (Optional-2 pages) ______________27. PPEC Membership Form (Optional – 3 pages) ______________28. Madison Schools Lunch Program (Optional) ______________29. Information on Free & Reduced Lunch Program (If applicable) ______________30. District Calendar (Please Keep) ______________31. MJS Calendar (Please Keep) ______________32. MJS Bell Schedules (Please Keep-2 pages) ______________33. Report Card Schedule (Please Keep) Thank you for investing the time to complete these forms. Sincerely, Nicole Sherrin Principal Madison Junior School 160 Main Street Madison, New Jersey 07940 Phone: 973-593-3149 Nicole Sherrin, Principal David Coster, Assistant Principal Fax: 973-966-1908 August 19, 2014 Dear MJS Students and Parents: We hope this summer has been fun, relaxing and invigorating. We are gearing up for a great school year. Thank you for taking the time to review this letter and the lengthy packet. To our new families – welcome! You are going to love MJS and we cannot wait to get to know you. Your children will thrive during their time at the Junior School and have many supports in place to help make their transition as smooth as possible. Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns. To our returning families – welcome back! We are confident that this will be the best year ever at MJS. As always, we are finding ways to make a wonderful school even better. The spring and summer have been busy with new hires, and we are thrilled to introduce twelve new faculty members to the MJS team. They bring with them talent, experience and an enthusiasm for education. The seventh grade is welcoming two new teachers – Amanda Solomon in mathematics and Barbara Zabel in science. Ms. Solomon is a Rutgers grad who brings to us three years of sixth grade math teaching experience as well as a zest for international travel. Ms. Zabel joins us after teaching seventh grade science for the past seven years in New Brunswick. She was her school’s 2014 Teacher of the Year and was instrumental in bringing a number of programs into the school. The math team has another new hire in Peter Boveé. Mr. Bovee is joining us after two years of teaching 8th grade math in Roselle as well as experience working with special needs students at Celebrate the Children. Certainly having a Mr. Bovee and a Mr. Bovery in 8th grade math will bring us great amusement (or confusion). Finally, the Music Department welcomes Matthew Rossi who will be teaching band lessons two days/week at MJS. Mr. Rossi is a recent graduate from The College of New Jersey and recently completed a full year instrumental music maternity leave in the Parsippany-Troy Hills school district. The special education team is pleased to announce eight new faculty members. Ellen Sternberg is going to be taking the helm of our LLD program. She served in two different positions as an LLD teacher in the Flemington-Raritan school district and will certainly be an asset as we bring in this program. We successfully ‘stole’ two excellent special education teachers from other schools – Susan Nering and Rich Vasquez. You may recall Ms. Nering’s time at MJS at the end of the year when she did a brief (and highly successful) leave position for us replacing Ms. Kolinchak. Prior to that she served two years as a teaching assistant (TA) at TJS and she actively volunteers outside of school. Mr. Vasquez spent the last year as a TA at MHS and also served as their boys’ soccer coach. He has experience teaching Spanish and is a history enthusiast. We are also pleased to welcome four new TAs. Michael Bruner is a graduate from Rutgers University. Mr. Bruner has been a basketball coach the past several years, most recently the head coach at Columbia Middle School in Berkley Heights. Megan Crilley is a recent graduate from Kean University with a B.A. in Education. Ms. Crilley has been very busy the last few months between graduating college and then getting married in May, and setting up her new home in Westfield with her husband Paul. Darcey Gohring comes to Madison Junior School from the world of Journalism where she worked as an editor on magazines such as New Jersey Countryside, New Jersey Monthly and a copywriter for J.Crew clothing catalog. Laura Cluff is joining us after working as a TA in both Harding and most recently at KRS. Her experience with the self-contained classroom at KRS will certainly be valuable. Last, but certainly not least, I would like to welcome our new case manager Catherine Steege. Ms. Steege has social work experience with adolescents, having spent the past three years at the High Focus Centers providing individual and family counseling to patients with both mental and substance abuse issues. She also served as a case manager for SERVE Behavioral Health System, and we are sure her fluency in Spanish will be an asset to the team. Congratulations to Catie Young (nee Aery) on her marriage! I’d also like to welcome back Maryana Kolinchak from her maternity leave. Best wishes as well to Lauren Cavallo who recently resigned following her move down south – we are in the process of filling her position. We would like to take a moment to thank our fabulous Head Custodian, Steve Cosmen, and his team for an exceptional job getting the school ready. The heat was often unbearable and resources were scarce, so their willingness to go above and beyond is truly appreciated. The teachers’ websites will provide additional biographical information once the year gets underway. In addition, you will have the opportunity to meet and learn more about each of your child’s teachers at Back to School Night on Tuesday, September 16th. Our academic teams for this year are: Teams Language Arts Math Social Studies Science 6A *Michelle Brennan Stefania Lambusta Richard Bradshaw Patrice Donnelly 6B Elizabeth Rosica Kelly Bosworth Stephen Finkelstein *Nancy Hill 7A Paige Henry Amanda Solomon Erik Lih *Kate Russo 7B *Lisa Toto 8A *Caitlin Young Anna Peter Hatziemanuel Bovee Rich Matt Newbery Millichap Barbara Monica Zabel Brady 8B Danielle Mack Jim Bovery *John Ciferni Catherine Tahlmore * Denotes Team Leader As I have mentioned in the past, I craft the teams with my own children in mind. I would be thrilled to have them on each and every one of these teams with this amazing group of people. Students will receive their team assignments and schedules on the first day of school. Something new on the schedule this year is our first ever Sixth Grade Boot Camp. Thank you to our Sixth Grade Team Leaders, Michelle Brennan and Janice Corte, for spearheading this effort. We have invited the sixth graders in the afternoon before school starts to get a ‘crash course’ in lockers, scheduling, as well as an opportunity to meet the other students and their teachers. We are grateful to the PTO for sponsoring this event. Thank you to everyone who completed our TransOptions drop-off and pick-up survey last year. Over 60% of respondents expressed an interest in additional “drop and go” locations. In an effort to be responsive to this we have been partnering with Patrolman Rybka from the Madison Police Department and are pleased to announce that the Police Department will be adding a crossing guard at Brittin Street and Alexander Avenue and designating two areas for parents to “drop and go”. Brittin Street at Dodge Field and Chapel Street (on the other side of Dodge Field) will be available for dropoff in addition to the already designated area behind MJS which can still be used. If you choose to utilize Brittin Street and Chapel Street, please drop-off on the Dodge Field sides of the roadway and your child will have crossing guards at every intersection leading to MJS. Brittin Street will also have signs prohibiting parking for more than four hours at a time. Additionally, the Madison Police Department has successfully petitioned the State of New Jersey to reduce the speed limit in front of MJS when children are present to 25 miles per hour. We are incredibly grateful for their support and we believe all of these steps will ensure the safety of the students, decrease emissions created by idling cars and make drop-off more convenient for parents. Map of Additional Drop-off Locations for MJS CAS Dodge Field MJS Current Drop-off Location – Along the Athletic Field on Brittin Street behind MJS Additional Drop-off Locations – Along Dodge Field on both Chapel and Brittin Streets Crossing Guard Locations Students – I hope you are looking forward to the year ahead. Sixth graders (and new seventh and eighth graders), we are eagerly awaiting your arrival and have a lot of exciting things planned for you. While it is normal to be nervous, there is so much in place to make the start of school as easy as possible. You will have access to tours the morning of the 28th of August, during “boot camp” for 6th graders and on the first day of school. We will work with you to make sure you understand your schedule, lockers, etc. Seventh and eighth graders, we will be counting on you to serve as positive role models and to assist the sixth graders and all new students. To all students, remember that there are many people here to assist you. Your teachers all care about your success and are here for you, as are your guidance counselors, advisor, school nurse, and office staff. Do not hesitate to ask for help if you need it! Parents AND students - I look forward to working together throughout the school year to continue our tradition of excellence at MJS. Best wishes for a wonderful end to the summer and for the best school year ever. I know we have everything in place to provide the students of Madison with an exceptional education. It’s going to be a great school year and I look forward to seeing you all on September 4th! Sincerely, Nicole Sherrin Principal IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING THE FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL: September 4th is right around the corner, and we are looking forward to the great year ahead at MJS. Below is some important information for the beginning of school. ARRIVAL TIMES FOR OPENING DAY 6th Graders and New 7th and 8th Graders 7:50 am: Doors open for students. All new students will report to the auditorium for orientation. Schedules will be distributed. Students will then proceed to their advisory where they will obtain their locker assignments, agenda pads, supplies, etc. Schedules will be reviewed in detail in order to ensure everyone’s comfort level. School expectations will be discussed, students will learn to operate their locks, and they will receive a tour. Once again, we will have Student Council students on hand to assist with schedules and finding classrooms. In addition, the 8th grade Peer Leaders will be assisting the 6th grade advisories. We know they will help ensure a smooth transition for our incoming students. Returning 7th and 8th Graders: Please arrive by 8:50am. At 8:55am, students will report to the auditorium. Returning students who ride the bus to school will report to the cafeteria until 8:55am. Orientation will follow and schedules will be distributed. Students will then report to advisory. At 11:00am, all students will follow an abbreviated Thursday (A day) schedule. All classes, including lunch, will be held. Dismissal for all grades will be at the normal dismissal time – 2:43pm. OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Absent and/or Tardy The MJS Roll Call number is (973) 593-3149 ext. 3151. A parent or guardian must call this number by 8:00am if a student will be absent or late. Students are not permitted to call in themselves. In order to avoid missing instructional time, students must be in class by 7:55am. Period 1 instruction begins on time (there is no homeroom). Tardiness after the first warning bell will result in a detention (unless a note with a valid excuse is presented upon arrival). Back to School Night All parents/guardians are strongly encouraged to attend MJS Back-to-School-Night on Tuesday, September 16th at 7:00 pm in order to meet their child’s teachers, review the courses of study, and learn about classroom practices such as student assessment. The teachers’ websites will provide additional background about our staff and classroom procedures once the school year begins. Backpacks In an effort to be conscious of our students’ health and safety, please note that students will not be permitted to carry backpacks between classes again this year. Students will have ample time to visit their lockers in the morning and during the course of the day. Communications Please remember to sign up for E-Alerts and check the MJS website during the course of the year. We will also be relying on the MJS News blasts to convey important information, updates on what is going on in the classrooms, and other exciting news. Please make sure we have an accurate email address. Important reminder - please customize the method you wish to use to be notified in the event of a snow closing or school district emergency. Notifications are made through the Honeywell Instant Messaging System, and can be received as phone calls, text messages, or emails. To designate your preferred numbers and modes of communication, go to the district home page and click on the “Honeywell Instant Alert System” tab. Regarding emails: Due to our spam filtering system, parent emails may sometimes get caught in the filter and not get through to us. If you do not hear back within 24 hours, please call the school at (973) 593-3149 and leave a message. Delayed Opening and Planning for Emergency Closings When we have a 2-hour delayed opening in the event of inclement weather – MJS doors will open at 9:50am and classes will begin at 9:55am. In addition, please develop a plan your child can follow in the event of an emergency closing. Information regarding emergency closings can be found in the district calendar provided by the Board of Education. Extra Help Period/Homework Club Our teachers have an extra help period every day from 2:45-3:15pm. Additionally, the library is open for homework club until 4:00pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Musical Instruments Musical instruments are not required the first day of school. Musical instruments should be brought to school for the student’s second class (will depend on their schedule). Physical Education PE clothes and sneakers are not required on the first day. Students will need to bring their clothes - shirts, shorts, socks and sneakers beginning on their second class (will depend on their schedule). Picture Day Our MJS Picture Day is scheduled for Wednesday, September 11th. Students will be receiving their order forms on the first day of school. Please complete, and have students return the order form on Picture Day. School Supplies Supply lists for all three grades are available on the MJS home page. If supplies were ordered from the PTO, they will be distributed on the first day of school. All students will receive an agenda/assignment pad. Parents are urged to review the agenda pads with their child, as there is detailed information about MJS for both parents and students. School Tours This summer, we are again offering the opportunity to become more familiar with our building to any incoming 6th grader or new student. Our Student Council will be available to provide tours of the school in order to ease the transition. Tours will be held every 30 minutes on Thursday, August 29th, from 9:00am11:00am. If you are interested in a tour, please come to MJS and sign in at the desk in the main hallway. There will also be tours given to all new students on the first day of school. Student Drop-off and Pick-up: Please see above regarding expansion of our drop-off and pick-up areas. We will continue to encourage our students to bike or walk, when feasible, and encourage you, our parents, to carpool whenever possible. Safety is our primary concern. We urge you to be respectful of the crossing guards, administrators, and faculty who are maintaining safety in and around the school property. For the safety and protection of our students, you will not be allowed to drop off or pick up your child in the MJS parking lot from 7:30-8:00am or from 2:40-3:10pm. Thank you for your cooperation. Please be advised that teachers are only on duty outside supervising student arrivals in the morning beginning at 7:45am and, in the afternoon supervising student dismissal, until 3:00pm. MARK YOUR CALENDARS! Student Tours Thursday, August 28th – 9:00am – 11:00am 6th Grade “Boot Camp” Wednesday, September 3rd – 1:00pm Back to School Night Tuesday, September 16th – 7:00pm Coffee with the MJS Administration Friday, October 10th – 9:30am 6th Grade Family Night Thursday, November 20th – 7:00pm th Please join us with your 6 grader for a special evening of sharing, activities, discussion, reflection, and refreshments. During this event, you will hear from Madison Junior School students about the value of their experiences with Advisory and Peer Connections. You will also be active participants in two Advisory activities focused on the importance of relationships and issues that matter to adolescents and their families. MADISON PUBLIC SCHOOLS STUDENT EMERGENCY CARD 2 PLEASE PRINT School : _______________________________________________ Grade/Teacher: ________________ Student Name: _______________________________________________ Last First Home Address: ______________________________________________ Birthdate: ______________________ Parent/Guardian 1 Name: _________________________________ Relationship: _____________________ Home Phone: __________________ Phone #s: Home (___) ___________Cell(___)___________Work(___)___________Email: ____________________ Parent/Guardian 2 Name: _________________________________ Relationship: _____________________ Parent/Guardian 2 Address (if different than above): ________________________________________________ Phone #s: Home (___) ___________Cell(___)___________Work(___)___________Email: ____________________ □ Please check this box if there has been a name change of parent/guardian, address or phone number. List two neighbors or nearby relatives who will assume temporary care of your child(ren) if you cannot be reached Neighbor/Relative 1 Name: _________________________________ Address: _______________________________ Phone #s: Home (___) ___________Cell(___)___________Work(___)___________Email: ____________________ Neighbor/Relative 2 Name: _________________________________ Address: _______________________________ Phone #s: Home (___) ___________Cell(___)___________Work(___)___________Email: ____________________ For Information ONLY: Allergies: ____________________________________________ Is Epipen prescribed? ____Yes ____ No Physician: ___________________________________________ Tel. No: _______________________________ Dentist: _____________________________________________ Tel. No: _______________________________ Does this child have any health insurance including NJ FamilyCare/Medicaid, Medicare, private or other? □ NO My child does not have health insurance. You may release my name and address to the NJ FamilyCare Program to contact me about health insurance. Signature: _________________________ Printed Name: _______________________ Date: ______________ Written consent required pursuant to 20 U.S.C. § 1232g(b)(1) and 34 C.F.R. 99.30(b). NJ FamilyCare provides free or low cost health insurance for uninsured children and certain low income parents. For more information visit www.njfamilycare.org to apply online or call 1-800-701-0710. □ YES My child has health insurance. Permission is given for my child’s picture and/or name to be used in the media: _____ No ____ Picture only _____ Name Only ____Name/Picture STUDENT HEALTH SERVICES I, the undersigned, do hereby authorize officials of New Jersey Public Schools to contact directly the person(s) named on this card and do authorize the named physicians to render such treatment as may be deemed necessary in an emergency, for the health of said child. In the event that physicians, other persons named on this card, or parents/guardians cannot be contacted, the school officials are hereby authorized to take whatever action is deemed necessary in their judgment, for the health of the aforesaid child. I will not hold the school district financially responsible for the emergency care and/or transportation for said child. If, under exceptional circumstances, a child is required to take medication during school hours and the parent cannot be at the school to administer the medication, only the school nurse will administer the medication in compliance with Board Policy 5330 (Administering Medication). Date: ______________ Parent(s) Guardian(s) Signature ___________________________________________ 1 2 MADISON PUBLIC SCHOOLS TARJETA DE EMERGENCIA DEL ESTUDIANTE LETRA DE IMPRENTA Escuela : ____________________________________ Grado / Maestra: __________________________ Nombre del estudiante: ________________________________ Fecha de Nacimiento: _________ Apellido Nombre Domicilio : ______________________________________ Teléfono del hogar: __________________ Padre / Tutor 1 Nombre: _____________________________Relación: _____________________ Teléfono #s :Hogar ( ___) _________ Celular ( ___) ________Trabajo( ___) ________Email : _______ Padre / Tutor 2 Nombre: _______________________________Relación: _____________________ Teléfono # s : Hogar ( ___) _______ Celular ( ___) _______Trabajo ( ___) _______Email : _____________ □ Marque esta casilla si ha habido un cambio de nombre de los padres / tutores , dirección o número de teléfono. Dos vecinos/parientes cercanos que asumirán el cuidado temporal de su hijo/a si Ud. no puede ser localizado Vecino / pariente 1 Nombre: ________________________ Dirección: ______________________________ Teléfono # s :Hogar ( ___) _______ Celular ( ___) _______Trabajo ( ___) _____Email : _______________ Vecino / pariente 2 Nombre: _________________________ Dirección: _____________________________ Teléfono # s :Hogar ( ___) ________ Celular ( ___) _______Trabajo ( ___) ________Email : ____________ Información Médica Alergias: _______________________________________ ¿Se prescribe Epipen ? ____Sí ____ No Médico: ___________________________________ Teléfono_______________________________ Dentista: __________________________________ Teléfono _______________________________ ¿Tiene este niño seguro médico incluyendo NJ FamilyCare / Medicaid, Medicare, privado u otro ? □ NO Mi hijo no tiene seguro de salud. Usted puede dar mi nombre y dirección a FamilyCare NJ Programa de ponerse en contacto conmigo acerca de los seguros de salud. Firma: _____________________Nombre Impreso : _______________________ Fecha: ______________ El consentimiento por escrito requerido de conformidad con 20 U.S.C. § 1232g( b )( 1 ) y 34 C.F.R. 99.30 ( b ). NJ FamilyCare ofrece seguro médico gratuito o bajo costo para niños sin seguro médico y algunos padres de bajos ingresos. Para más información visite www.njfamilycare.org aplicar en línea o llame al 1-800-701-0710 . □ Sí Mi hijo tiene seguro de salud. Doy el permiso para la foto de mi hijo y/o el nombre que se utiliza en los medios de comunicación : _____ No ____ Foto solo ____ Nombre / Foto SERVICIOS DE SALUD DEL ESTUDIANTE Yo, el abajo firmante, autorizo a los oficiales de Nueva Jersey de las Escuelas Públicas de contactar directamente con la persona ( s ) nombrada en esta tarjeta y sí autorizo al médico indicado para prestar el tratamiento que se considere necesario en caso de emergencia, para la salud de dicho niño. En el caso de que los médicos, otras personas nombradas en esta tarjeta, o los padres / tutores no pueden ser contactados, los oficiales de la escuela estarán autorizados a tomar las medidas que consideren necesarias a su juicio, para la salud del niño antes mencionado. Yo no haré financieramente responsable al distrito escolar por la atención de emergencia y / o transporte de dicho niño. Si, en circunstancias excepcionales, un niño debe tomar medicamentos durante el horario escolar y el padre no puede estar en la escuela para administrar el medicamento, solamente la enfermera de la escuela administrará el medicamento de acuerdo con la Política del Consejo 5330 ( Administración de Medicamentos ) . Fecha: ______________ Padre (s ) tutor ( s ) Firma ___________________________________________ 3 ❑Do NOT include my information in the directory. MJS FAMILY DIRECTORY Children’s Names Last First Grade Last First Grade Last First Grade Parent 1: Name (First, Last) Address Phone Cell Phone Email Parent 2: Name (First, Last) [if different than above] Address Phone Cell Phone Email Every family receives ONE (1) directory. You may purchase additional directories for $5 each. I would like ADDITIONAL directories. Please include payment with Dues Form. 4 Parents: To share exciting school activities and student accomplishments, we would like to post recognition on the school website. Just as schools receive permission to publish names and pictures in local newspapers, the state requires permission to post information on the website. Please complete and return this state-required form to the school office. Thank you. Parental/Guardian Consent Form We are sending you this parental consent form to both inform you and to request permission for your child.s photo/image and personally identifiable information to be published on the district and/or school.s web site. As you are aware, there are potential dangers associated with the posting of personally identifiable information on a web site since global access to the Internet does not allow us to control who may access such information. These dangers have always existed; however, we as schools do want to celebrate your child and his/her work. The law requires that we ask for your permission to use information about your child. Pursuant to law, we will not release any personally identifiable information without prior written consent from you as parent or guardian. Personally identifiable information includes student names, photo or image, residential addresses, e-mail address, phone numbers and locations and times of class trips. If you, as the parent or guardian, wish to rescind this agreement, you may do so at any time in writing by sending a letter to the principal of your child.s school and such rescission will take effect upon receipt by the school. Check one of the following choices: I/We GRANT permission for a photo/image that includes this student without any other personal identifiers to be published on the school and/or district.s public Internet site. I/We GRANT permission for this student.s photo/image and name to be published on the school and/or district.s public Internet site. I/We GRANT permission for this student.s photo/image and all other personal identifiers listed above to be published on the school and/or district.s public Internet site. I/We DO NOT GRANT permission for photo/image that includes this student to be published on the school and or district.s public Internet site. Student.s Name: (please print) ________________________________Student’s Grade: _____ Print name of Parent/Guardian: (print)______________________________________________ Signature of Parent/Guardian: (sign) _______________________________________________ Relation to Student: ___________________________________________________________ Date: __________________ 4 Padres: Para compartir las actividades escolares y los logros de los estudiantes, nos gustaría publicar reconocimiento por el sitio web de la escuela. Del mismo modo que las escuelas reciben permiso para publicar los nombres y fotos en los periódicos locales, el estado requiere permiso para publicar información en el sitio web. Favor de completar y devolver este formulario requerido por el estado a la oficina de la escuela. Gracias. Padres / Tutores Formulario de Consentimiento Le estamos enviando este formulario de consentimiento de los padres para informarle y para pedir permiso para la foto/imagen de su hijo/a y la información de identificación personal que se publicará en el distrito y/o el sitio web de la escuela. Como usted sabe, hay peligros posibles asociados con la publicación de la información de identificación personal en un sitio web, ya que el acceso global a Internet no nos permite controlar quien pueda acceder a dicha información. Estos peligros han existido siempre; sin embargo, nosotros, las escuelas, sí queremos celebrar a su hijo y su trabajo. La ley requiere que le pidamos su permiso para utilizar la información sobre su hijo. De conformidad con la ley, nosotros no revelaremos ninguna información personal sin el consentimiento previo por escrito de usted como padre o tutor. Información de identificación personal incluye nombres de los estudiantes, la foto o la imagen, direcciones residenciales, dirección de correo electrónico, números de teléfono y los lugares y horarios de los viajes de la clase. Si usted, como padre o tutor, desea rescindir este acuerdo, usted puede hacerlo en cualquier momento por escrito mediante el envío de una carta al director de la escuela de su hijo y tal rescisión tendrá efecto una vez recibida por la escuela. Marque una de las siguientes opciones : _____Damos permiso para una foto/imagen que incluye este estudiante sin otros identificadores personales que se publicará en el sitio de la escuela y/o en el sitio de Internet del distrito. _____Damos permiso para la foto/imagen y el nombre de este estudiante que se publicarán en el sito web de la escuela y/o en el sitio de Internet del distrito. _____Damos permiso para la foto/imagen de este estudiante y todos los otros identificadores personales mencionados anteriormente que se publicarán en el sitio web de la escuela y/o en el sitio de Internet del distrito. _____No damos permiso de foto/imagen que incluye este estudiante que se publicará en el sitio web de la escuela ni en el sitio de Internet del distrito. Nombre del Estudiante : ( en letra de imprenta ) ____________________________________ El nombre del padre / tutor :( letra de imprenta) ____________________________________ Firma del Padre / Guardián: __________________________________________________ Relación con el estudiante: ______________________________________________________ Fecha: ____________________________________________________________________ Maestro del Estudiante_______________________________________________________ 5 MADISON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT Guidelines for Computer and Internet Use Dear Parents, The Madison Public School District incorporates technology into the instructional program and provides students with access to the Internet. We are very pleased to bring this access to District schools and believe the Internet offers vast, diverse, and unique educationally relevant resources to both students and teachers. Our goal in providing this service to teachers and students is to promote educational excellence in the schools by facilitating resource sharing, innovation, and communication. The Internet is an electronic highway connecting thousands of computers all over the world and millions of individual subscribers. Students and teachers will have access to the World Wide Web, research institutions such as NASA, University Library Catalogs, the Library of Congress; and many other collaborative projects for the educational community. As you probably are aware, the Internet has material available that is not educationally appropriate. We believe in restricting access to controversial materials, and student access to the Internet will be controlled and monitored by their teachers and by filtering software on all PCs. However, it may be impossible to control all materials that an industrious user may discover. We firmly believe that the valuable information and interaction available on this worldwide network far outweighs the possibility that users may find material that is not consistent with the educational goals of the District. The use of the District’s computers provide a varied set of resources which also include computer programs and CDROMs. We expect this use to be consistent with our educational mission. Enclosed you will find (2) contracts regarding use of the computers and the Internet. One is for the student user, and the other for his/her parent/guardian. These documents have become standard in schools throughout the country. They define acceptable use of these resources and the student’s agreement to abide by them. Please return them with the requested signatures. Following is Madison Public School District’s Computer/Internet Terms and Conditions of Use: Acceptable Use - The purpose of the backbone networks making-up the Internet is to support research and education in and among academic institutions by providing access to unique resources and the opportunity for collaborative work. The use of the schools’ accounts must be in support of education and research and consistent with the educational objectives of the Madison Public School District. NO PERSON WILL DELIBERATELY OR WILLFULLY CAUSE DAMAGE TO COMPUTER EQUIPMENT OR SOFTWARE OR ASSIST OTHERS IN DOING THE SAME; OR VIEW, ALTER OR DAMAGE THE FILES OF OTHERS THAT ARE STORED ON THE COMPUTERS. Privileges - The use of the computers and the Internet is a privilege, not a right, and inappropriate use will result in a cancellation of those privileges. The school staff and network administrator will deem what is inappropriate use and their decision is final. Network Etiquette - Students are expected to abide by the generally accepted rules of network etiquette. These include, but are not limited to, being polite in messages to others; using appropriate language; and not revealing personal addresses or phone numbers. Sincerely yours, John LaPierre Coordinator of Technology Rev. 8/02/06 5 MADISON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT PARENT OR GUARDIAN CONTRACT REGARDING THE USE OF COMPUTERS AND THE INTERNET __ as the parent or guardian of I, ________________________________________ who has signed a contract regarding the use of computers and the Internet, have read the contract and the guidelines for use of computers and the Internet. I understand that access to the Internet is designed for educational purposes. However, I also recognize that it may be impossible for the Madison Public School District to restrict access to all controversial materials, and I will not hold it responsible for any materials acquired on this network. I also understand my child is expected to use computers in such a way as to cause no damage to them or the files stored in them. I release the Madison Public School District from any liability or damages that may result from my son’s/daughter’s use of the Internet. The Madison Public School District denies any responsibility for the accuracy or quality of information obtained through the Internet. In addition, I will accept full responsibility and liability for the results of my son’s/daughter’s actions with regard to the use of the Internet. Further, I understand that the improper or inappropriate use of the Internet by my child shall result in revocation of the privilege to access the network, school discipline, and possible criminal and civil penalties. Name of Parent or Guardian: (Print Name) (Signature) Date: * Return To Advisory Teacher Rev. 8/02/06 (over) 5 MADISON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT STUDENT CONTRACT REGARDING THE USE OF COMPUTERS AND THE INTERNET I, , accept and agree to abide by the following rules. I have read and agree to abide by all rules which are listed in the Madison Public School District Guidelines for Computer and Internet use. I agree that I will neither deliberately nor willfully cause damage to computer equipment or software or assist others in doing the same. I will not view, alter or damage the files of others that are stored on the computers. I realize that the primary purpose of the backbone networks making up the Internet is to support research and education in and among academic institutions by providing access to unique resources and the opportunity for collaborative work. The use of the schools’ accounts must be in support of education and research consistent with the educational objectives of the Madison Public School District. I realize that the use of Internet is a privilege not a right. I accept that any inappropriate behavior may lead to penalties including cancellation of that privilege, disciplinary action and/or legal action. The school staff shall deem what constitutes inappropriate use, and I will accept their decision as being final. I agree that I will not willfully attempt to bypass or circumvent the districts Internet filtering system or computer and network security settings. I agree not to participate in the transfer of inappropriate or illegal materials through the Madison Public School District Internet. I realize that the transfer of such material may result in legal action against me. I will abide by the generally accepted rules of network etiquette. These include, but are not limited to, being polite in messages to others, using appropriate language and not revealing personal addresses or phone numbers. I release the Madison Public School District from any liability or damages that may result from my use of the Internet connection. The Madison Public School District denies any responsibility for the accuracy or quality of information obtained through the Internet. In addition, I will accept full responsibility and liability for the results of my actions with regard to the use of Internet. Name of User: (Print Name) (Student’s Signature) Date: Grade Level: _______________ * Return To Advisory Teacher Rev. 8/02/06 (over) 5 MADISON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT Directrices para la Computadora y el Uso de Internet Estimados Padres, El Distrito de Escuelas Públicas de Madison incorpora la tecnología en el programa de instrucción y proporciona a los estudiantes el acceso a Internet. Estamos muy contentos de traer este acceso a las escuelas del Distrito y creemos que Internet ofrece grandes y diversos recursos que son educativamente relevantes para los estudiantes y profesores. Nuestro objetivo en la prestación de este servicio a los profesores y estudiantes es promover la excelencia educativa en las escuelas, facilitando el intercambio de recursos, innovación y comunicación. Internet es una autopista electrónica que conecta a miles de computadoras en todo el mundo y millones de suscriptores individuales. Los estudiantes y los maestros tendrán acceso a la Web, las instituciones de investigación como la NASA, los Catálogos de la Universidad Biblioteca, la Biblioteca del Congreso; y muchos otros proyectos de colaboración para la comunidad educativa. Como probablemente ya saben, Internet tiene material disponible, pero que no es siempre apropriado para los estudiantes. Creemos en restringir el acceso a materiales controversiales, y acceso de los estudiantes a Internet será controlado y monitoreado por sus profesores y por el filtro del software en todas las computadoras. Sin embargo, puede que sea imposible controlar todos los materiales que un usuario industrioso puede descubrir. Creemos firmemente que la información valiosa y la interacción disponible en esta red mundial vale más la posibilidad de que los usuarios puedan encontrar material que no sea consistente con las metas educativas del Distrito. El uso de las computadoras del Distrito proporciona varios recursos que también incluyen programas de computadora y CD-ROM. Esperamos que este uso sea consistente con nuestra misión educativa. Adjunto encontrará ( 2 ) contratos con respecto al uso de las computadoras e Internet. Uno es para el usuario estudiante, y el otro para su padre/madre/tutor. Estos documentos se han convertido en norma en las escuelas de todo el país . Ellos definen el uso aceptable de estos recursos y el acuerdo del estudiante para cumplir con las normas. Favor de devolverlos con las firmas requeridas. A continuación se presenta los Términos y Condiciones del Distrito de Escuelas Públicas de Madison para el uso de Computadora e Internet: Uso Aceptable - El propósito de las redes que forman Internet es apoyar la investigación y la educación entre instituciones académicas mediante el acceso a recursos únicos y la oportunidad para el trabajo colaborativo. El uso de las cuentas de las escuelas debe ser en apoyo de la educación y la investigación y consistente con los objetivos educativos del Distrito de Escuelas Públicas de Madison. NADIE DELIBERADAMENTE NI INTENCIONALMENTE CAUSARÁ DAÑOS AL EQUIPO DE COMPUTADORA O SOFTWARE NI AYUDARÁ A OTROS A HACER LO MISMO; TAMPOCO LEERÁ, ALTERARÁ NI DAÑARÁ LOS ARCHIVOS DE OTROS QUE SE ENCUENTREN EN LAS COMPUTADORAS. Privilegios - El uso de las computadoras e Internet es un privilegio, no un derecho, y el uso inapropiado resultará en la cancelación de esos privilegios. El personal de la escuela y el administrador de la red decidirán cuál es el uso inapropiado y su decisión es final. Normas de Internet- Se espera que los estudiantes cumplan con las normas generalmente aceptadas de la red. Estas normas incluyen, pero no se limitan a, ser educado y cortés en los mensajes a otros; usar un lenguaje apropiado; y no revelar direcciones personales ni números de teléfono. Atentamente, John LaPierre Coordinador de Tecnología Rev. 02/08/06 5 MADISON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT CONTRATO PARA PADRE/MADRE O TUTOR CON RESPECTO AL USO DE COMPUTADORAS E INTERNET Yo,____________________ como padre, madre o tutor de________________________________ que ha firmado un contrato con respecto al uso de las computadoras y Internet, he leído el contrato y las directrices para el uso de las computadoras y Internet. Yo entiendo que el acceso a Internet está diseñado para propósitos educativos. Sin embargo, también reconozco que puede ser imposible para el Distrito de Escuelas Públicas de Madison para restringir el acceso a todos los materiales controversiales, y no voy a hacerle responsable de todos los materiales adquiridos en esta red. También entiendo que se espera que mi hijo use las computadoras de una manera tal que no cause ningún daño a ellas ni los archivos guardados en ellas. Yo libero el Distrito de Escuelas Públicas de Madison de cualquier responsabilidad o daños que puedan resultar del uso de mi hijo/a de Internet. El Distrito de Escuelas Públicas de Madison niega cualquier responsabilidad por la exactitud o calidad de información obtenida a través de Internet. Además, voy a aceptar la plena responsabilidad por los resultados de las acciones de mi hijo/a con respecto a la utilización de Internet. Además, entiendo que el uso inapropiado de Internet por parte de mi hijo/a resultará en la revocación del privilegio de tener acceso a la red, la disciplina de la escuela, y las posibles sanciones penales y civiles. Nombre del Padre/Madre o Tutor : ____________________________ (Nombre/ Apellido ) ____________________________ (Firma ) Fecha: ___________________________ Maestro: __________________________ 5 MADISON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT CONTRATO PARA EL ESTUDIANTE CON RESPECTO AL USO DE COMPUTADORAS E INTERNET Yo,_______________________, acepto y prometo a cumplir con las siguientes reglas. He leído y estoy de acuerdo con todas las reglas que están escritas en Las Directrices para la Computadora y el Uso de Internet del Distrito de Escuelas Públicas de Madison. Estoy de acuerdo que no causaré daño ni deliberadamente ni intencionalmente al equipo de computadora o software ni ayudaré a otros a hacer lo mismo. No voy a leer, alterar ni dañar los archivos de otras personas que están en las computadoras. Entiendo que el propósito principal de las redes que forman Internet es apoyar la investigación y la educación entre instituciones académicas mediante el acceso a recursos únicos y la oportunidad para el trabajo colaborativo. El uso de cuentas de las escuelas debe ser en apoyo de la educación y la investigación y consistente con los objetivos educativos del Distrito de Escuelas Públicas de Madison. Entiendo que el uso de Internet es un privilegio no un derecho. Acepto que cualquier comportamiento inapropiado pueda resultar en sanciones que incluyan la cancelación de ese privilegio, una acción disciplinaria y/o acción legal. El personal escolar decidirá lo que constituye un uso inapropiado, y voy a aceptar su decisión como final. Estoy de acuerdo en que no voy voluntariamente intentar anular o eludir ni el sistema de filtros ni la configuración de seguridad de red. Estoy de acuerdo en no participar en la transferencia de materiales inapropiados o ilegales a través de Internet del Distrito de Escuelas Públicas de Madison. Entiendo que la transferencia de este tipo de material pueda resultar en acciones legales contra mí. Me atendré a las normas generalmente aceptadas de la red. Estas normas incluyen, pero no están limitadas a, ser educado y cortés en los mensajes a otros, utilizar un lenguaje apropiado, y no revelar direcciones personales ni números de teléfono. Yo libero el Distrito de Escuelas Públicas de Madison de cualquier responsabilidad o daños que puedan resultar de mi uso de la conexión a Internet. El Distrito de Escuelas Públicas de Madison niega cualquier responsabilidad por la exactitud o calidad de información obtenida a través de Internet. Además , voy a aceptar la plena responsabilidad por los resultados de mis acciones en relación con el uso de Internet. Nombre de Usuario:____________________________ (Nombre ) ____________________________ ( Firma del estudiante ) Fecha : ___________________________ Maestro: Rev. 02/08/06 ____________________________ 5 6 BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON 359 Woodland Road • Madison, NJ 07940 • (973) 593-3101 • Fax (973) 593-3161 Dr. Michael A. Rossi, Jr. Superintendent Gary S. Lane Business Administrator/ Board Secretary Dear Parents, The Madison Public School District is about to embark on a pilot program to evaluate the use of Google Chromebook tablets. In order to run the pilot, the District will need to provide your child with a Google account. This will provide your child with a password protected cloud based storage account that is accessible from any internet capable device. The District feels that this experience has the potential to greatly enhance the learning environment. In order to assure that all parents of students participating in this program are fully informed, we ask that you please sign this letter and send it back to school with your child. All letters will be collected in class and submitted to the main office. If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact me at [email protected] or by phone at 973-593-3101 ext.8957. Thank you. John LaPierre Coordinator of Technology Madison Public Schools ___________________________________________________________________________ I give permission for the Madison Public School s to set up a Google account for my child. _________________________________ Student Name (Please Print) _________________________________ Parent Signature ____________________________ Date 7 Madison Junior School 160 Main Street Madison, New Jersey 07940 Phone: 973-593-3149 Nicole Sherrin, Principal David Coster, Assistant Principal Fax: 973-966-1908 SCHOOL YEAR 2014 - 2015 _________________________________ STUDENT'S NAME _________ GRADE I understand that during the course of the school year, trips to the fire house, post office, bank, YMCA, library, parks, local businesses, and to other schools for athletic events, programs, class picnics, etc., are sometimes made. If these trips are within reasonable walking distance for the children, and are carefully planned and supervised by the teacher, I hereby give my consent for my child to make such trips. I am aware that even when every precaution is taken, unavoidable accidents may happen. I will not hold the teacher or the school responsible should such an accident occur. ____________________________ Signature of Parent 7 Madison Junior School 160 Main Street Madison, New Jersey 07940 Phone: 973-593-3149 Nicole Sherrin, Principal David Coster, Assistant Principal Fax: 973-966-1908 Field Trip Guidelines Dress Code Applies The MJS Code of Conduct Applies If the teacher allows electronic devices, the school is not responsible for lost or stolen electronic devices. Any behavior or possibility of behavior that will result in physical, psychological, social or emotional harm to another is unacceptable. Below are some specific examples of behaviors that should be avoided: o Hitting, pushing, kicking, tripping, spitting o Initiating or spreading rumors/gossiping/sharing unnecessary information about others o Bullying o Instigating a fight o Unacceptable bus behavior o Stealing or blackmail o Use of a weapon o Use verbally or written words like: kill, shoot, pop, sniper, or anything that resembles these words Students should: Follow directions of any staff member the first time they are given. Keep hands, feet, and objects to yourself, even when playing around. No roughhousing. Do not chew gum at any time unless authorized. Report at times given and follow field trip procedures set out by the person in charge. Not bring any objects to school which could potentially be used as weapons or which resemble weapons. Note: This list is not all inclusive; it is merely a sampling of some examples of inappropriate behavior. Consequences: o Student could lose the privilege of future field trips of they do not obey the code of conduct/dress code. o Students could potentially lose other privileges or receive other consequences depending on behavior. o Administration reserves the right to administer ranging consequences based on various behaviors. Students that acquire 12 or more points or are currently failing a class will not be permitted to attend a field trip unless the field trip is deemed mandatory by the classroom teacher. TOR/Lunch Detention/Wednesday Detention=1 Point Friday Detention=3 Points Saturday Detention=4 Points Suspension=5 Points for each day suspended If a student does acquire 12 points they may earn back one point for each week the student goes without any of the aforementioned infractions. Madison Junior School 160 Main Street Madison, New Jersey 07940 Mary Jane Skordinsky, RN, CSN 973 -593-3149 X 3196 Fax: 973-966-1908 Medications at school If the medication must be given during school hours, the school nurse can administer it provided that certain regulations are followed: • Over the counter and prescription medications: You and your doctor will need to complete the form “Permission for Medication.” All medication must be sealed and unopened with the child’s name clearly marked on the bottle. All prescription medication must be properly labeled with the child’s name, name of medication, administration instructions, doctor’s name and date. • Asthmatic inhalers: Complete the Asthma Treatment Plan with your physician and have your child carry or keep an inhaler in the school nurse’s office. • Anaphylactic allergies: Complete the Allergy Action Plan with your physician and have your child carry or keep an epipen in the nurse’s office. Scoliosis Screenings: The New Jersey Department of Education requires that all public school pupils between the ages of ten through eighteen be screened for scoliosis every two years. Scoliosis is defined as a condition of the spine in which the spine may curve to the left or the right. It is most commonly found during time of rapid growth and may progress if not treated. The procedure for screening is a simple one, but will require the removal of the student’s shirt to expose the spine and shoulders. If your child is currently under treatment for a spinal problem and you wish he/she to be exempt, you may do so in writing. Thank you for your cooperation. 9 Madison Public Schools School Health Services – Health Evaluation NAME_______________________________________________________DATE ___________________________GRADE ________ PHYSICIAN__________________________________________________ TELEPHONE____________________________________ The responsibility of the school in emergency situations is to give immediate care, notify parents, and see that the child is placed under responsible care of an adult which is authorized by the parent. Please complete the following form and to the school nurse NO LATER THAN FRIDAY, Septermber 5, 2014. Please indicate if your child has any of the following medical conditions by placing an “X” in the blank before each condition then complete the section to the right of the medical condition. _______ 1. ALLERGIES List_________________________________________________________________ Does your child require medication at school for an anaphylaxis or severe reaction? Yes _______ No ______ Medication: _____________________________________ ** Submit physician orders for all medication taken at school _______ 2. ASTHMA Does your child require an inhaler** at school? Yes_______ No __________ ** Submit physician orders for all medication taken at school _______ 3. BRONCHIAL CONDITION Specify ___________________________________________________________ _______ 4. CONVULSIONS/SEIZURES Cause _______ 5. DIABETIES Please submit physician orders for diabetic care. ___________________________ _______ 6. FREQUENT HEADACHES Cause, if known _____________________________________________________ _______ 7. FREQUENT USE OF BATHROOM Cause, if known _____________________________________________________ _______ 8. FREQUENT NOSEBLEEDS Cause, if known _____________________________________________________ _______ 9. HEART CONDITION* Cause, if known _____________________________________________________ (*excluded from physical education only with written approval of physician) _______10. PHYSICAL CONDITIONS* ____________________________________________________________________ (*excluded from physical education only with written approval of physician) _______11. HEARING PROBLEMS Specify_______________________________________________________________ _______12.VISION PROBLEMS Specify_______________________________________________________________ _________________________________ Medication _________________ Eyeglasses worn during physical education? _________________________________ _______13.SKIN PROBLEMS Specify_______________________________________________________________ If there are other health problems that we should be aware of, please explain on the back of this form. Is your child on any medication? If so, please indicate: ___________________________________________________________ Any recent serious injury or procedures: ________________________________________________________________________ Permission is granted to share the above medical information with appropriate school personnel. _______ Date _________________________________________ __________ Print Guardian’s Name __________________________________________ Signature hlthhis.doc 6/14 revised 10 Madison Junior School 160 Main Street Madison, New Jersey 07940 Mary Jane Skordinsky, RN, CSN 973 -593-3149 Ext. 3 Fax: 973-966-1908 Sixth Grade Immunization and Physical Examination Requirements 1. The New Jersey State Department of Health & Senior Services immunization regulations (N.J.A.C. 8:57-4) require your child be vaccinated prior to entering grade 6 in September 2014. Any student not in compliance may be excluded from attending school by the Board of Health until their immunizations are up to date. Proof of immunization is required before September 4, 2014 for the following: Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria and accellar pertussis) Meningitis Vaccine 2. The NJDHSS recognizes the importance of obtaining medical examinations of students at least once during the developmental stages of grade four through six. Please provide documentation of a 6th grade physical examination to the school nurse. For those students whose birthday falls after the start of school in September 2014; the student will be required to receive the vaccines as soon as they turn 11 years of age. Proof of a physician’s appointment should be sent to the school nurse. If you are uninsured, contact the Madison Health Department at 973-593-3079. ************************************************************************************ Print Student Name: __________________________________________________________________________________ Tdap received on: _________________ Meningitis Vaccine received on: __________________ Print Physician’s Name: ______________________________________________________________ Physician signature: _____________________________________________ Date: _______________ Telephone: _____________________ Physician Stamp: 11 Madison Junior School 160 Main Street Madison, New Jersey 07940 Phone: 973-593-3149 Nicole Sherrin, Principal David Coster, Assistant Principal Fax: 973-966-1908 August 2014 Dear 8th Grade Parent/Guardian: Please print the name of your child on the lines below that would appear and be used on diplomas, honor roll certificates, graduation program, etc. It is very important that the information be correct for all documents. If this information is not returned, your child’s name will remain as it appears on the emergency card. Thank you, MJS Office Last Name: _ First Name: _ Middle Name or Initial: _ Parent Signature verifying that the information above is correct 12 PLACE PICTURE HERE Name: _________________________________________________________________________ D.O.B.: ____________________ Allergy to: __________________________________________________________________________________________________ Weight: ________________ lbs. Asthma: [ ] Yes (higher risk for a severe reaction) [ ] No NOTE: Do not depend on antihistamines or inhalers (bronchodilators) to treat a severe reaction. USE EPINEPHRINE. Extremely reactive to the following foods: ____________________________________________________________ THEREFORE: [ ] If checked, give epinephrine immediately for ANY symptoms if the allergen was likely eaten. [ ] If checked, give epinephrine immediately if the allergen was definitely eaten, even if no symptoms are noted. MILD SYMPTOMS FOR ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: SEVERE SYMPTOMS LUNG Short of breath, wheezing, repetitive cough SKIN Many hives over body, widespread redness 1. HEART Pale, blue, faint, weak pulse, dizzy GUT Repetitive vomiting, severe diarrhea THROAT Tight, hoarse, trouble breathing/ swallowing OTHER Feeling something bad is about to happen, anxiety, confusion MOUTH Significant swelling of the tongue and/or lips OR A COMBINATION of symptoms from different body areas. NOSE Itchy/runny nose, sneezing MOUTH Itchy mouth SKIN A few hives, mild itch GUT Mild nausea/ discomfort FOR MILD SYMPTOMS FROM MORE THAN ONE SYSTEM AREA, GIVE EPINEPHRINE. FOR MILD SYMPTOMS FROM A SINGLE SYSTEM AREA, FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS BELOW: 1. Antihistamines may be given, if ordered by a healthcare provider. 2. Stay with the person; alert emergency contacts. 3. Watch closely for changes. If symptoms worsen, give epinephrine. INJECT EPINEPHRINE IMMEDIATELY. 2. Call 911. Tell them the child is having anaphylaxis and may need epinephrine when they arrive. MEDICATIONS/DOSES • Consider giving additional medications following epinephrine: Epinephrine Brand: __________________________________________ » » • Antihistamine Inhaler (bronchodilator) if wheezing Epinephrine Dose: Lay the person flat, raise legs and keep warm. If breathing is difficult or they are vomiting, let them sit up or lie on their side. [ ] 0.15 mg IM [ ] 0.3 mg IM Antihistamine Brand or Generic: _______________________________ • If symptoms do not improve, or symptoms return, more doses of epinephrine can be given about 5 minutes or more after the last dose. Antihistamine Dose: __________________________________________ • Alert emergency contacts. Other (e.g., inhaler-bronchodilator if wheezing): __________________ • Transport them to ER even if symptoms resolve. Person should remain in ER for at least 4 hours because symptoms may return. ____________________________________________________________ PARENT/GUARDIAN AUTHORIZATION SIGNATURE DATE PHYSICIAN/HCP AUTHORIZATION SIGNATURE FORM PROVIDED COURTESY OF FOOD ALLERGY RESEARCH & EDUCATION (FARE) (WWW.FOODALLERGY.ORG) 5/2014 DATE 12 EPIPEN® (EPINEPHRINE) AUTO-INJECTOR DIRECTIONS 2 1. Remove the EpiPen Auto-Injector from the plastic carrying case. 2. Pull off the blue safety release cap. 3. Swing and firmly push orange tip against mid-outer thigh. 4. Hold for approximately 10 seconds. 4 5. Remove and massage the area for 10 seconds. AUVI-QTM (EPINEPHRINE INJECTION, USP) DIRECTIONS 2 1. Remove the outer case of Auvi-Q. This will automatically activate the voice instructions. 3 2. Pull off red safety guard. 3. Place black end against mid-outer thigh. 4. Press firmly and hold for 5 seconds. 5. Remove from thigh. ADRENACLICK®/ADRENACLICK® GENERIC DIRECTIONS 1. Remove the outer case. 2 3 2 2. Remove grey caps labeled “1” and “2”. 3. Place red rounded tip against mid-outer thigh. 1 4. Press down hard until needle penetrates. 5. Hold for 10 seconds. Remove from thigh. OTHER DIRECTIONS/INFORMATION (may self-carry epinephrine, may self-administer epinephrine, etc.): Treat the person before calling emergency contacts. The first signs of a reaction can be mild, but symptoms can get worse quickly. EMERGENCY CONTACTS — CALL 911 OTHER EMERGENCY CONTACTS NAME/RELATIONSHIP: __________________________________________________________________ RESCUE SQUAD: ______________________________________________________________________ PHONE: ______________________________________________________________________________ DOCTOR: _________________________________________________ PHONE: ____________________ NAME/RELATIONSHIP: __________________________________________________________________ PARENT/GUARDIAN: ______________________________________ PHONE: ____________________ PHONE: _______________________________________________________________________________ PARENT/GUARDIAN AUTHORIZATION SIGNATURE DATE FORM PROVIDED COURTESY OF FOOD ALLERGY RESEARCH & EDUCATION (FARE) (WWW.FOODALLERGY.ORG) 5/2014 Asthma Treatment Plan – Student 13 Sponsored by (This asthma action plan meets NJ Law N.J.S.A. 18A:40-12.8) (Physician’s Orders) (Please Print) Name Date of Birth Doctor Phone HEALTHY (Green Zone) You have all of these: • Breathing is good • No cough or wheeze • Sleep through the night • Can work, exercise, and play Effective Date Parent/Guardian (if applicable) Emergency Contact Phone Phone Take daily control medicine(s). Some inhalers may be more effective with a “spacer” – use if directed. MEDICINE HOW MUCH to take and HOW OFTEN to take it Advair ® HFA 45, 115, 230 ____________2 puffs twice a day Alvesco® 80, 160 ______________________ 1, 2 puffs twice a day Dulera® 100, 200 _____________________2 puffs twice a day Flovent ® 44, 110, 220 _______________2 puffs twice a day Qvar ® 40, 80 ________________________ 1, 2 puffs twice a day Symbicort ® 80, 160 ___________________ 1, 2 puffs twice a day Advair Diskus® 100, 250, 500 _________1 inhalation twice a day Asmanex® Twisthaler ® 110, 220___________ 1, 2 inhalations once or twice a day Flovent ® Diskus® 50 100 250 _________1 inhalation twice a day Pulmicort Flexhaler ® 90, 180 ____________ 1, 2 inhalations once or twice a day Pulmicort Respules® (Budesonide) 0.25, 0.5, 1.0__1 unit nebulized once or twice a day Singulair® (Montelukast) 4, 5, 10 mg _____1 tablet daily Other None Triggers Check all items that trigger patient’s asthma: Colds/flu Exercise Allergens Dust Mites, dust, stuffed animals, carpet Pollen - trees, grass, weeds Mold Pets - animal dander Pests - rodents, cockroaches Odors (Irritants) And/or Peak flow above _______ Cigarette smoke & second hand Remember to rinse your mouth after taking inhaled medicine. smoke If exercise triggers your asthma, take this medicine_____________________ ____minutes before exercise. Perfumes, cleaning products, Continue daily control medicine(s) and ADD quick-relief medicine(s). scented products You have any of these: MEDICINE HOW MUCH to take and HOW OFTEN to take it Smoke from • Cough burning wood, Combivent® Maxair® Xopenex ®_____________2 puffs every 4 hours as needed • Mild wheeze inside or outside ® ® ® ______________2 puffs every 4 hours as needed Pro-Air Proventil Ventolin • Tight chest Weather Albuterol 1.25, 2.5 mg ___________________1 unit nebulized every 4 hours as needed Sudden • Coughing at night temperature Duoneb® __________________________________1 unit nebulized every 4 hours as needed • Other:___________ change ® (Levalbuterol) 0.31, 0.63, 1.25 mg _1 unit nebulized every 4 hours as needed Xopenex Extreme weather Increase the dose of, or add: - hot and cold If quick-relief medicine does not help within Ozone alert days Other 15-20 minutes or has been used more than Foods: 2 times and symptoms persist, call your doctor or go to the emergency room. And/or Peak flow from______ to_____ EMERGENCY (Red Zone) • If quick-relief medicine is needed more than 2 times a week, except before exercise, then call your doctor. Your asthma is getting worse fast: • Quick-relief medicine did not help within 15-20 minutes • Breathing is hard or fast • Nose opens wide • Ribs show • Trouble walking and talking • Lips blue • Fingernails blue • Other:________________ And/or Peak flow below ______ Disclaimers: The use of this Website/PACNJ Asthma Treatment Plan and its content is at your own risk. The content is provided on an “as is” basis. The American Lung Association of the Mid-Atlantic (ALAM-A), the Pediatric/Adult Asthma Coalition of New Jersey and all affiliates disclaim all warranties, express or implied, statutory or otherwise, including but not limited to the implied warranties or merchantability, non-infringement of third parties’ rights, and fitness for a particular purpose. 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This publication was supported by a grant from the New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services, with funds provided by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention under Cooperative Agreement 5U59EH000491-03. Its content are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services or the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.Although this document has been funded wholly or in part by the United States Environmental Protection Agency under Agreement XA97250908-4 to the American Lung Association in New Jersey, it has not gone through the Agency’s publications review process and therefore, may not necessarily reflect the views of the Agency and no official endorsement should be inferred. Information in this publication is not intended to diagnose health problems or take the place of medical advice. For asthma or any medical condition, seek medical advice from your child’s or your health care professional. REVISED JULY 2012 Permission to reproduce blank form • www.pacnj.org Take these medicines NOW and CALL 911. Asthma can be a life-threatening illness. Do not wait! MEDICINE HOW MUCH to take and HOW OFTEN to take it Combivent® Maxair® Xopenex ® ______________2 puffs every 20 minutes Ventolin ® Pro-Air® Proventil ® ________________2 puffs every 20 minutes Albuterol 1.25, 2.5 mg _____________________1 unit nebulized every 20 minutes Duoneb® ____________________________________1 unit nebulized every 20 minutes Xopenex ® (Levalbuterol) 0.31, 0.63, 1.25 mg ___1 unit nebulized every 20 minutes Other Permission to Self-administer Medication: This student is capable and has been instructed in the proper method of self-administering of the non-nebulized inhaled medications named above in accordance with NJ Law. This student is not approved to self-medicate. Other: This asthma treatment plan is meant to assist, not replace, the clinical decision-making required to meet individual patient needs. PHYSICIAN/APN/PA SIGNATURE______________________________ DATE__________ PARENT/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE______________________________ PHYSICIAN STAMP Make a copy for parent and for physician file, send original to school nurse or child care provider. 13 Asthma Treatment Plan – Student Parent Instructions The PACNJ Asthma Treatment Plan is designed to help everyone understand the steps necessary for the individual student to achieve the goal of controlled asthma. 1. Parents/Guardians: Before taking this form to your Health Care Provider, complete the top left section with: • Child’s name • Child’s doctor’s name & phone number • Parent/Guardian’s name • Child’s date of birth • An Emergency Contact person’s name & phone number & phone number 2. Your Health Care Provider will complete the following areas: • The effective date of this plan • The medicine information for the Healthy, Caution and Emergency sections • Your Health Care Provider will check the box next to the medication and check how much and how often to take it • Your Health Care Provider may check “OTHER” and: Write in asthma medications not listed on the form Write in additional medications that will control your asthma Write in generic medications in place of the name brand on the form • Together you and your Health Care Provider will decide what asthma treatment is best for your child to follow 3. Parents/Guardians & Health Care Providers together will discuss and then complete the following areas: • Child’s peak flow range in the Healthy, Caution and Emergency sections on the left side of the form • Child’s asthma triggers on the right side of the form • Permission to Self-administer Medication section at the bottom of the form: Discuss your child’s ability to self-administer the inhaled medications, check the appropriate box, and then both you and your Health Care Provider must sign and date the form 4. Parents/Guardians: After completing the form with your Health Care Provider: • Make copies of the Asthma Treatment Plan and give the signed original to your child’s school nurse or child care provider • Keep a copy easily available at home to help manage your child’s asthma • Give copies of the Asthma Treatment Plan to everyone who provides care for your child, for example: babysitters, before/after school program staff, coaches, scout leaders PARENT AUTHORIZATION I hereby give permission for my child to receive medication at school as prescribed in the Asthma Treatment Plan. Medication must be provided in its original prescription container properly labeled by a pharmacist or physician. I also give permission for the release and exchange of information between the school nurse and my child’s health care provider concerning my child’s health and medications. In addition, I understand that this information will be shared with school staff on a need to know basis. Parent/Guardian Signature Phone Date STUDENT AUTHORIZATION FOR SELF ADMINISTRATION OF ASTHMA MEDICATION RECOMMENDATIONS ARE EFFECTIVE FOR ONE (1) SCHOOL YEAR ONLY AND MUST BE RENEWED ANNUALLY I do request that my child be ALLOWED to carry the following medication ________________________________ for self-administration in school pursuant to N.J.A.C:.6A:16-2.3. I give permission for my child to self-administer medication, as prescribed in this Asthma Treatment Plan for the current school year as I consider him/her to be responsible and capable of transporting, storing and self-administration of the medication. Medication must be kept in its original prescription container. I understand that the school district, agents and its employees shall incur no liability as a result of any condition or injury arising from the self-administration by the student of the medication prescribed on this form. I indemnify and hold harmless the School District, its agents and employees against any claims arising out of self-administration or lack of administration of this medication by the student. I DO NOT request that my child self-administer his/her asthma medication. Parent/Guardian Signature Phone Date Disclaimers: The use of this Website/PACNJ Asthma Treatment Plan and its content is at your own risk. The content is provided on an “as is” basis. The American Lung Association of the Mid-Atlantic (ALAM-A), the Pediatric/Adult Asthma Coalition of New Jersey and all affiliates disclaim all warranties, express or implied, statutory or otherwise, including but not limited to the implied warranties or merchantability, non-infringement of third parties’ rights, and fitness for a particular purpose. ALAM-A makes no representations or warranties about the accuracy, reliability, completeness, currency, or timeliness of the content. ALAM-A makes no warranty, representation or guaranty that the information will be uninterrupted or error free or that any defects can be corrected. In no event shall ALAM-A be liable for any damages (including, without limitation, incidental and consequential damages, personal injury/wrongful death, lost profits, or damages resulting from data or business interruption) resulting from the use or inability to use the content of this Asthma Treatment Plan whether based on warranty, contract, tort or any other legal theory, and whether or not ALAM-A is advised of the possibility of such damages. ALAM-A and its affiliates are not liable for any claim, whatsoever, caused by your use or misuse of the Asthma Treatment Plan, nor of this website. The Pediatric/Adult Asthma Coalition of New Jersey is sponsored by the American Lung Association in New Jersey. This publication was supported by a grant from the New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services, with funds provided by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention under Cooperative Agreement 5U59EH000491-03. Its content are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services or the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.Although this document has been funded wholly or in part by the United States Environmental Protection Agency under Agreement XA97250908-4 to the American Lung Association in New Jersey, it has not gone through the Agency’s publications review process and therefore, may not necessarily reflect the views of the Agency and no official endorsement should be inferred. Information in this publication is not intended to diagnose health problems or take the place of medical advice. For asthma or any medical condition, seek medical advice from your child’s or your health care professional. Sponsored by 14 Permission for Medication Administration by the School Nurse MJS School Year: 2014-2015 Student: _______________________________________ Birthdate: ________ Grade: _______ Diagnosis/Purpose of medication: ___________________________________________________ Name of medication: _____________________________________________________________ Dosage: _______________________________________________________________________ Frequency/Time given at school: ____________________________________________________ Possible side effects: _____________________________________________________________ Date medication will be discontinued: ________________________________________________ The above named student is physically fit to attend school and is free of contagious disease. He/She would not be able to attend school if medication is not administered during school hours. Physician Signature: _____________________________________________ Date: __________ Physician’s Stamp: Phone: ___________________ ========================================================================== Parent Acknowledgement and Authorization The parents/guardians hereby authorize the school nurse to administer the above medication as evidenced by our submission of the above Physician Certification. By signing this acknowledgement, we understand that the Board, its employees, or agents shall incur no liability as a result of any injury arising from the administration of any medication to the pupil, and that we hereby indemnify and hold harmless the Board, its employees, or agents against any claims arising out of the administration of the medication by the staff. Parent signature: _________________________________________ Date: ________________ Parent (print): _________________________________________________________________ Phone: _______________________________________________________________________ BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE BOROUGH OF MADISON 359 Woodland Road • Madison, NJ 07940 • (973) 593-3100 • Fax (973) 593-3161 Dr. Michael A. Rossi, Jr. Superintendent Gary S. Lane Business Administrator/ Board Secretary TO: FROM: RE: Parents/Guardians Gary Lane Student Accident Insurance Voluntary Insurance Enrollment Claims Filing Instructions DATE: August 2014 _____________________________________________________________________ _ Voluntary Enrollment in Student Accident Insurance Program: The Board of Education has arranged to make available for your purchase a low cost student accident insurance plan for the 2014-15 school year. The district is transitioning from our prior carrier (Bollinger) to Monarch Management Corporation. The purchase of this insurance coverage is directly between the family and the insurance company. Although this plan is a comprehensive one, it does not necessarily provide payment for all expenses incurred in an accident. Please visit http://www.policyxl.com/monarch/sa_enrollment.html and review all the information to fully understand the product Monarch is offering. This information can also be found by visiting our website at www.madisonpublicschools.org, click the “Health Services Tab” at the top, click the links on the left side of the page. Voluntary enrollment information is available electronically on their website. For those wishing to enroll, the sign up is completed online at the following link - http://www.policyxl.com/monarch/sa_enrollment.html. The parent/guardian simply begins by selecting the home district—Madison—from the drop down menu and follow the instructions to completion. Claims Filing Instructions: In the event you need to file a claim, all claims will shift primarily to online reporting. The link to the online portal for claims reporting is found on the Monarch Management page – www.mmc-ins.com/admin/formtester.html. The Madison School District is already setup with a single username and password that can be used to initiate student accident claims through the online portal. These credentials are below. Please use the online system as the primary method of inputting claims. In the event that online access is not available or feasible, the attached paper claim form can be used. This form can also be found on our website under the Health Services Tab. Please note that a claim should still be input online following faxed/mailed submission of the paper claim form. This will not result in duplicate claims files being opened. Once claims are submitted, Preferred Care Inc. (the program’s claims processor) will contact parents directly for any supplemental information or paperwork. Please be as thorough as possible in completing any claims submission. Parents can access an online video that walks first-time users through the claims submission process. That video can be accessed at: http://www.mmc-ins.com/admin/training/training.htm . Please note that the links to the Monarch main page, claims submission, and voluntary plan enrollment pages are also available on our insurance agent’s website, Brown & Brown Public Risk Advisors– www.bbpra.com. Username: MADISON Password: 666142 Questions should be made directly to Monarch at 800-662-2778. Cc: Principals Student Ins. Memo Summer E-Mail.doc./Forms Memos Letters Etc./Prin/Adm Memos/MYDocuments Website Resources ● Sudden Death in Athletes http://tinyurl.com/m2gjmvq ● Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Association www.4hcm.org ● American Heart Association www.heart.org Collaborating Agencies: American Academy of Pediatrics New Jersey Chapter 3836 Quakerbridge Road, Suite 108 Hamilton, NJ 08619 (p) 609-842-0014 (f ) 609-842-0015 www.aapnj.org American Heart Association 1 Union Street, Suite 301 Robbinsville, NJ, 08691 (p) 609-208-0020 www.heart.org New Jersey Department of Education PO Box 500 Trenton, NJ 08625-0500 (p) 609-292-5935 www.state.nj.us/education/ SUDDEN CARDIAC DEATH IN YOUNG ATHLETES The Basic Facts on Sudden Cardiac Death in Young Athletes New Jersey Department of Health P. O. Box 360 Trenton, NJ 08625-0360 (p) 609-292-7837 www.state.nj.us/health Lead Author: American Academy of Pediatrics, New Jersey Chapter Written by: Initial draft by Sushma Raman Hebbar, MD & Stephen G. Rice, MD PhD Additional Reviewers: NJ Department of Education, NJ Department of Health and Senior Services, American Heart Association/New Jersey Chapter, NJ Academy of Family Practice, Pediatric Cardiologists, New Jersey State School Nurses Revised 2014: Nancy Curry, EdM; Christene DeWitt-Parker, MSN, CSN, RN; Lakota Kruse, MD, MPH; Susan Martz, EdM; Stephen G. Rice, MD; Jeffrey Rosenberg, MD, Louis Teichholz, MD; Perry Weinstock, MD S SU DD EN C A RD IA C DE ATH I N YOU NG ATH L ET ES udden death in young athletes between the ages of 10 and 19 is very rare. What, if anything, can be done to prevent this kind of tragedy? What is sudden cardiac death in the young athlete? Sudden cardiac death is the result of an unexpected failure of proper heart function, usually (about 60% of the time) during or immediately after exercise without trauma. Since the heart stops pumping adequately, the athlete quickly collapses, loses consciousness, and ultimately dies unless normal heart rhythm is restored using an automated external defibrillator (AED). How common is sudden death in young athletes? STATE OF NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Sudden cardiac death in young athletes is very rare. About 100 such deaths are reported in the United States per year. The chance of sudden death occurring to any individual high school athlete is about one in 200,000 per year. Sudden cardiac death is more common: in males than in females; in football and basketball than in other sports; and in African-Americans than in other races and ethnic groups. What are the most common causes? Research suggests that the main cause is a loss of proper heart rhythm, causing the heart to quiver instead of pumping blood to the brain and body. This is called ventricular fibrillation (ven- TRICK-you-lar fibroo-LAY-shun). The problem is usually caused by one of several cardiovascular abnormalities and electrical diseases of the heart that go unnoticed in healthy-appearing athletes. The most common cause of sudden death in an athlete is hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (hi-per-TRO-fic CAR- dee-oh-my-OP-a-thee) also called HCM. HCM is a disease of the heart, with abnormal thickening of the heart muscle, which can cause serious heart rhythm problems and blockages to blood flow. This genetic disease runs in families and usually develops gradually over many years. The second most likely cause is congenital (con-JEN-it-al) (i.e., present from birth) abnormalities of the coronary arteries. This means that these blood vessels are connected to the main blood vessel of the heart in an abnormal way. This differs from blockages that may occur when people get older (commonly called “coronary artery disease,” which may lead to a heart attack). S U D D E N C A R D I A C D E AT H I N Y O U N G AT H L E T E S Other diseases of the heart that can lead to sudden death in young people include: ● Myocarditis (my-oh-car-DIE-tis), an acute inflammation of the heart muscle (usually due to a virus). ● Dilated cardiomyopathy, an enlargement of the heart for unknown reasons. ● Long QT syndrome and other electrical abnormalities of the heart which cause abnormal fast heart rhythms that can also run in families. ● Marfan syndrome, an inherited disorder that affects heart valves, walls of major arteries, eyes and the skeleton. It is generally seen in unusually tall athletes, especially if being tall is not common in other family members. Are there warning signs to watch for? In more than a third of these sudden cardiac deaths, there were warning signs that were not reported or taken seriously. Warning signs are: ● Fainting, a seizure or convulsions during physical activity; ● Fainting or a seizure from emotional excitement, emotional distress or being startled; ● Dizziness or lightheadedness, especially during exertion; ● Chest pains, at rest or during exertion; ● Palpitations - awareness of the heart beating unusually (skipping, irregular or extra beats) during athletics or during cool down periods after athletic participation; ● Fatigue or tiring more quickly than peers; or ● Being unable to keep up with friends due to shortness of breath (labored breathing). What are the current recommendations for screening young athletes? New Jersey requires all school athletes to be examined by their primary care physician (“medical home”) or school physician at least once per year. The New Jersey Department of Education requires use of the specific Preparticipation Physical Examination Form (PPE). This process begins with the parents and student-athletes answering questions about symptoms during exercise (such as chest pain, dizziness, fainting, palpitations or shortness of breath); and questions about family health history. The primary healthcare provider needs to know if any family member died suddenly during physical activity or during a seizure. They also need to know if anyone in the family under the age of 50 had an unexplained sudden death such as drowning or car accidents. This information must be provided annually for each exam because it is so essential to identify those at risk for sudden cardiac death. PPE. However, these procedures may be expensive and are not currently advised by the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American College of Cardiology unless the PPE reveals an indication for these tests. In addition to the expense, other limitations of technology-based tests include the possibility of “false positives” which leads to unnecessary stress for the student and parent or guardian as well as unnecessary restriction from athletic participation. The United States Department of Health and Human Services offers risk assessment options under the Surgeon General’s Family History Initiative available at http://www.hhs.gov/familyhistory/index.html. When should a student athlete see a heart specialist? The required physical exam includes measurement of blood pressure and a careful listening examination of the heart, especially for murmurs and rhythm abnormalities. If there are no warning signs reported on the health history and no abnormalities discovered on exam, no further evaluation or testing is recommended. If the primary healthcare provider or school physician has concerns, a referral to a child heart specialist, a pediatric cardiologist, is recommended. This specialist will perform a more thorough evaluation, including an electrocardiogram (ECG), which is a graph of the electrical activity of the heart. An echocardiogram, which is an ultrasound test to allow for direct visualization of the heart structure, will likely also be done. The specialist may also order a treadmill exercise test and a monitor to enable a longer recording of the heart rhythm. None of the testing is invasive or uncomfortable. Are there options privately available to screen for cardiac conditions? Can sudden cardiac death be prevented just through proper screening? Technology-based screening programs including a 12-lead electrocardiogram (ECG) and echocardiogram (ECHO) are noninvasive and painless options parents may consider in addition to the required A proper evaluation should find most, but not all, conditions that would cause sudden death in the athlete. This is because some diseases are difficult to uncover and may only develop later in life. Others can develop following a normal screening evaluation, such as an infection of the heart muscle from a virus. This is why screening evaluations and a review of the family health history need to be performed on a yearly basis by the athlete’s primary healthcare provider. With proper screening and evaluation, most cases can be identified and prevented. Why have an AED on site during sporting events? The only effective treatment for ventricular fibrillation is immediate use of an automated external defibrillator (AED). An AED can restore the heart back into a normal rhythm. An AED is also life-saving for ventricular fibrillation caused by a blow to the chest over the heart (commotio cordis). N.J.S.A. 18A:40-41a through c, known as “Janet’s Law,” requires that at any schoolsponsored athletic event or team practice in New Jersey public and nonpublic schools including any of grades K through 12, the following must be available: ● An AED in an unlocked location on school property within a reasonable proximity to the athletic field or gymnasium; and ● A team coach, licensed athletic trainer, or other designated staff member if there is no coach or licensed athletic trainer present, certified in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and the use of the AED; or ● A State-certified emergency services provider or other certified first responder. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends the AED should be placed in central location that is accessible and ideally no more than a 1 to 11/2 minute walk from any location and that a call is made to activate 911 emergency system while the AED is being retrieved. Madison Junior School 160 Main Street Madison, New Jersey 07940 Phone: 973-593-3149 Nicole Sherrin, Principal Mary Jane Skordinsky, CSN Fax: 973-966-1908 The Board of Education recognizes child and adolescent obesity has reached epidemic levels in the United States. Poor diet combined with the lack of physical activity negatively impacts on pupils’ health and their ability and motivation to learn (BOE Policy #8505). Keeping this in mind, Madison Junior School will be following the food guidelines listed below. 1. All snacks/beverages will be nut, tree nut and peanut free. All snack/beverages for advisory or student only events will be pre-packaged by the manufacturer with a label listing all ingredients; foods processed in a peanut, nut and tree nut facility will not be allowed. Home baked items are allowed when students are accompanied to an event by a parent/guardian (i.e. 8th grade family night, band concert). 2. 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Go to the Honeywell Instant Alert for Schools website listed above. If you are not a staff member in the school, click on ‘Parent’ in the New User box. If you are a staff member in the school, use the user name and password given to you by the school. Complete the student information form. Click ‘Submit.’ Complete the corresponding screen. Click ‘Submit.’ After receiving the Confirmation message, click ‘Proceed’ to get started with Instant Alert. Note: Remember your Login Name and Password so you may use it to update your profile. View and check details about yourself and your family members 1. Upon successful login, click on ‘My Family.’ 2. Click on a parent name to view and edit parent details. 3. Click on a student name to view details about your children enrolled in this school. Configure alert settings for yourself 1. Click on ‘Alert Setup.’ 2. Click on the check boxes to select which alert type you would like to have sent to which device. Click on ‘Save’ when complete. 3. 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Madison Public Schools E-Communication Are You Signed Up? School Website E-Alerts are e-mails sent to you by the school to provide information about emergency closings, special events, curriculum news, PTO news and other timely information. Each E-alert contains information related to a specific website page, and is sent to people who subscribe to that particular page. To receive the e-mails, you must register for the website AND subscribe to e-alerts. Recommended subscriptions: • • • Madison Public Schools Home Page (emergency closing information is sent from this page) Home Page for each school where you have a child attending Any other pages of interest Visit: http://www.madisonpublicschools.org/mps-alerts for: • Step-by-step instructions • Answers to Frequently Asked questions Madison Public Schools E-Alerts Frequently Asked Questions What’s the first step I should take to receive school e-alerts? Register for an account. To get started, click the Register button at the top of the screen from any page int eh website and follow the instructions. Once you have registered, you still need to subscribe to ealerts to receive e-mails. For step by step instructions, visit www.madisonpublicschools.org/mps-alerts. Why do I need to provide my birthday to create an account? The third-party provider for the district web platform, Schoolwires, requires this step to ensure that subscribers are 18 or older. Your birthday is not recorded by Schoolwires or Madison schools. How do I subscribe to e-alerts once I have an account? 1. Click Sign In 2. Click My Account 3. Click Edit Account Settings 4. Click Subscriptions 5. Click Manage Subscriptions 6. Under the Homepages and Calendars Tab put a check in the box next to the schools you would like to receive homepage and calendar alerts from. 7. On the Other Areas of Interest tab choose the school and pages that you would like to receive alerts from. 8. Note: You now have the option of receiving E-Alert text messages. If you would like to take advantage of this feature please follow steps 1-3 above and then click E-Alert Settings. Each e-alert contains information related to a specific web page, and is sent to people who subscribe to that particular page, and the Edit My Subscriptions feature allows you to select the pages of most interest to you. The first screen will give you subscription options for the district. Use the drop down menu to access options for each specific school. You can change your subscription list at any time. What pages should I subscribe to? Every parent/family should subscribe to: • • • Madison Public Schools Home Page, used for emergency closing and other district-wide messages The Home Page for each school where you have a child attending. (Use the drop down menu) Any other pages that interest you. How will I recognize e-alerts from the school? The “From” line on the e-mails is: Schoolwires E-Alert System. Will I get e-alerts from every page where I subscribe (e.g. teachers, clubs, PTO)? Probably not. The person or group managing that page may not send e-alerts since it is not a guaranteed way to reach everyone. Check individual web pages for updated information throughout the year. I’m a High School parent and I want to receive Guidance E-mails by Class Year or Athletics Team Schedule Change E-Mails. How do I sign up? There are different registration steps for these subscriptions. Visit www.madisonpublicschools.org/mhsalerts for more information and registration tip sheets. 20 Madison Junior School Parent Resource Information Card Madison Junior School is interested in expanding our partnership with parents, including having parents share their area of expertise with students – particularly where it ties into our curriculum. Please let us know if you are interested in contributing. Parents’ Name__________________ Child’s Name______________ Grade _________ Area of expertise __________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________ Are you willing to share this information with students outside of your own child’s class? yes/no Are you willing to mentor another student who shares this interest? yes/no Are there other ways that you are willing to volunteer or contribute to the school? Please explain _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ Please note, this information will be shared with the faculty, and you will be contacted if we are able to use your contribution. 21 MJS PTO 2014-2015 Welcome to the MJS PTO! Through your generosity, the PTO helps make possible all of the educational, cultural, and social events at MJS. Thank you for your support of our teachers and kids. Parent name: ____________________________________ MJS Children:_____________________________________ PTO annual dues (covers dues, required team t-shirts, & one family directory) $30 ____________ Additional copies of directory @ $5 ___ x $ 5 ____________ I would like to make an additional donation to support MJS activities $ ____________ Total amount enclosed: $_____________ Circle one: Cash PayPal Check (made payable to MJS PTO) To Pay Using PAYPAL: Visit the MJS Web site, PTO Tab, Click on the PayPal button. PLEASE RETURN WITH CHILD TO ADVISORY IN ENVELOPE MARKED "PTO DUES” Questions? Contact: [email protected] or 973-377-4050. 22 MJS Parent Volunteer Opportunities There are many opportunities to get involved at MJS and we appreciate your willingness to help make the events for students and teachers so memorable! Please circle your areas of interest: 6th Grade Social (Oct) -Donate food/beverages -Chaperone Teambuilding Day (Nov) -Donate food/beverages -Help out at event 7th/8th Grade Halloween Dance -Set up -Chaperone -Clean up -Donate food/beverages 6th/7th/8th Gr. Winter Dance (Feb) -Set up -Chaperone -Clean up -Donate food/beverages Hospitality (for various school/teacher events) -Set up -Clean up -Bake/cook -Donate Beautification -Containers at entrance -Plant/Weed courtyard 8th Grade Dance -Set up -Clean up -Order food -Chaperone 8th Grade Breakfast -Set up -Clean up -Bake -Order food -Chaperone 8th Grade Promotion -Organize caps/gowns -Set up Office help -Copying, stuffing, typing Adult Social -Many volunteers needed for variety of tasks! NAME:_____________________________________________ PHONE:____________________________________________ EMAIL:_____________________________________________ CHILD’SGRADE(S):___________________________________ WELCOME TO THE 2014-2015 STOP & SHOP A+ SCHOOL REWARDS PROGRAM MADISON JUNIOR SCHOOL – ID# 06815 Dear Parents: Welcome to the start of a new school year and a year of A+ School Rewards. Starting October 3, 2014 through March 19, 2015 Madison Junior School will have the opportunity to earn cash through Stop & Shop A+ School Rewards Program. All you have to do is: Log on to www.stopandshop.com/aplus select CUSTOMER REGISTRATION to register online using your Stop & Shop Card. IT’S THAT EASY!! NEW THIS YEAR: If you registered your card last year, you DO NOT need to re-register this year. You can visit the website to verify correct school assignment. Also, don’t forget to encourage your friends and relatives to do the same. It could mean more cash for our school. After you register your card, each shopping trip at Stop & Shop using your Stop & Shop Card earns CASH for our school. Each month, the amount of CASH awarded will be updated on the Stop & Shop website. You can track the amount of points you earn for our school by checking your grocery receipt and online when you create an account at www.stopandshop.com. Our school will receive a check at the end of the program. The money can be used for any of our school’s educational needs. In 2012-2013, MJS earned over $500. Last school year, 2013-2014, MJS earned over $800. Our goal this year is to make over $1000 for MJS just by shopping at Stop & Shop with a registered Stop & Shop card! Madison Junior School Ticket Offer Come Experience a Jets game this fall!! 300-level Tickets starting at $70 per ticket Proceeds to benefit MJS PTO! Get your school spirit on and join us for this fun event!! VS PITTSBURGH STEELERS VS NEW YORK JETS SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2014 – 1:00PM* MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, NJ **Subject to new Sunday Night NFL Flex Schedule, so time is TBC To purchase tickets please follow the link below NOTE: All sales are final and non-refundable. Tickets must be purchased online and in advance and will not be available on day of game. TO ACCESS THIS PROMOTION, USE THE LINK BELOW AND ENTER THE CODE: Madison14 http://bit.ly/jetsmjs (depending on your browser, you may need to cut and past the above address into your address bar) For more information, please contact: Margie Ticknor at [email protected] 25 170 Ridgedale Avenue Madison, NJ 07940 Dear Parent: We are still the MMA! We want to share with you our new name and logo. It better reflects our expanded efforts on behalf of all school arts programs, for all ages. Madison Music and Arts is the only parent group soley dedicated to supporting theater, visual arts, and all types of music-making – both curricular and extracurricular activities throughout our school district, K-12. What do we do? Provide grant funding for items critical to the arts curriculum: instruments, pilot programs, art supplies, production costs, etc. We are excited to partner with local businesses to seed a new Art Club at the high school this fall. Showcase student artists and performers: our partnership with the Downtown Development Commission and the Madison Arts and Cultural Association resulted in ‘Sidewalk Sounds’, a new weekly music series this summer in downtown Madison. Advocate for the importance of music and arts curriculum with our parents, administration, and the Board of Education. This fall we are realizing a longdesired goal of restoring our district music staff to the levels of 2007. Your $20 family membership is the best way for you to support our efforts and for us to keep you in the loop about all the latest Arts news in our school district. Please join us by becoming a member, volunteering for an event, and learning more through our website at www.madisonpublicschools.org/mma or “Madison Music and Arts” on Facebook. Thank you for your support! Helen Raymaker, President, [email protected] Jennifer McCulloch, Secretary John Gribble, Treasurer Jaime Conroy, At Large Johanna Habib – At Large Sheryl Keane – At Large Mary McManus, Membership The Madison Music Association is a 501 (C) 3 non-profit organization. Tax ID# 22-3405904 8/5/2014 12:01 PM 25 2014-2015 MMA MEMBERSHIP AND VOLUNTEER FORM Family Name ________________________ Address______________________________ Email____________________________________________ I have students attending: ___CAS ___KRS ___TJS ___MJS Dues Payment $20 annual dues per family ________ Additional donation ________ Total ________ ___MHS ___Alumni Parent Please make checks payable to: MMA Thank You! Receipt requested ______ (√ if req’d) Please return this form along with dues in an envelope marked Madison Music and Arts to your child’s school main office, or mail to: Mary McManus 6 Fairview Ave. Madison, NJ 07940 The Madison Music Association is a 501 (C) 3 non-profit organization. Tax ID# 22-3405904 VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: MHS Art Club ___ Join MHS students who are launching a new Art Club Fruit Sale (Dec 15) – MMA'S largest fundraiser ___Phone reminders ___Pick up day Dessert and Jazz (February 28) – MHS/MJS musicians perform ___Baker ___Volunteer The Arts Matter (April 1) – annual faculty concert and exhibition ___Volunteer District MJS/MHS Festivals: Choral (February 4), Band (April 16), String (April 23) ___Volunteer (please specify which group) _____________________________________ Student performance opportunities: Bottle Hill Day, Coffeehouses, etc. ___Volunteer Publicity - Assist in spreading word of events and activities. ___Volunteer ______General Volunteer – Call me if you need help! Phone: _____________ 8/5/2014 12:01 PM 26 Playwrights Theatre PO Box 1295 Madison, NJ 07940 973-514-1787 973-514-2060 (fax) Summer 2014 “Children want to write. They want to write the first day they attend school. This is no accident. Before they went to school they marked up walls, pavements, newspapers with crayons, chalk, pens or pencils… anything that makes a mark. The child’s marks say, ‘I am.’” from Writing: Children and Teachers at Work by Donald Graves, 1983, p. 3 Since 1986, Playwrights Theatre of New Jersey (PTNJ) has fostered the creative imaginations and voices of Madison’s youngest writers through the Madison Young Playwrights Program (MYPP). For the 29th consecutive year, the MYPP will work with students in grades 6-8 to develop original one-act plays. Students who enroll in the program will meet after school, once a week for ten (10) weeks, and work under the guidance of a professional teaching artist from PTNJ. Class time involves creative writing, improvisation and revision. This is NOT an acting program. Student-written plays will be collected and read by PTNJ staff in late December. Up to three (3) plays from each school may be chosen for presentation during the Madison Festival in March 2015 when a company of actors from Playwrights Theatre will perform revised plays at the playwrights’ schools. Additionally, scripts completed and submitted for the Madison program are also entered into the NJ Young Playwrights Festival, a statewide competition organized by Playwrights Theatre. In past years, Madison students had their plays selected for this statewide honor. More information on the next Contest/Festival is available online at www.njypf.org. Playwriting classes will be held at Madison Junior School on Tuesdays from 3:00-4:30 pm beginning October 7 and ending December 16 (no class on November 4). Please make note of this schedule when choosing to register your child for the program. There are two ways to register your child: 1) Complete the online application located at https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/MadisonYoungPlaywrights2014 2) You may also complete and return the Application Form attached to, or located on the back of, this memo to the Main Office at your child’s school. Registrations must be received no later than Wednesday, September 24th. The first 20 students will be selected for the program. You will receive confirmation from Playwrights Theatre of your child’s participation in the program. The Madison Young Playwrights Program is offered to Madison school students free of charge! We look forward to working with you and your child during an exciting year of fun and creativity. Please contact the Education office at PTNJ with any questions – 973-514-1787, ext. 21 or [email protected]. 26 P.O. Box 1295 Madison, NJ 07940 973-514-1787, x.21 973-514-2060 www.ptnj.org Playwrights Theatre’s Madison Young Playwrights Program After-School Playwriting Thank you for your interest in the 29th annual Madison Young Playwrights Program. Classes will be held at each individual school on Tuesdays beginning October 7 and ending December 16 (no classes on November 4) and according to the times printed on the opposite site of this form. Please be sure to write down the dates and times of your child’s program. This program is offered to students in grades 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8. If you wish to enroll, complete and return the following form to the Main Office at your child’s school. Registration forms must be received no later than Wednesday, September 24. You may also register online at https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/MadisonYoungPlaywrights2014 Class size is limited; only 20 students will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Enjoy! Madison Young Playwrights Program Playwriting Class Application Form Registration Form PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY Student Name Grade Parent/Guardian Name Address Phone Number Parent Email Address My child has permission to walk home from school. Child’s School Has your child participated in the program before? YES The safety of your child is important. We cannot allow a child to walk home without your consent. Circle YES if your child will walk home from class EVERYDAY. If you circle NO, your child will not be allowed to walk home without a written letter of permission. Thank you. NO I give permission for my child to be photographed for program documentation and publicity. YES NO YES NO I give permission for my child to participate in the 10-week playwriting workshop. I understand participants will be expected to attend every class, complete program assignments and be dismissed at the time indicated on the front of this page. I will arrange for prompt transportation. Parent/Guardian Signature I want to participate in the playwriting workshop offered by Playwrights Theatre for ten (10) weeks in the fall during after-school hours. I understand that I will be expected to attend every class and complete all assignments. Student Signature 27 Let us think of education as the means of developing our greatest abilities because in each of us there is a private hope and dream which, fulfilled, can be translated into a benefit for everyone and greater strength for our nation. Madison PPEC John F. Kennedy Madison Parents and Professionals for Exceptional Children Volunteer Opportunities: Madison PPEC has the following volunteer opportunities: Communication and Public Relations Fundraising/Grants Meeting Topics and Programs Discussion/Support Groups Acceptance/Awareness Education General “you can count on me” Volunteer Madison Parents and Professionals for Exceptional Children E-Mail: [email protected] Website: www.madisonpublicschools.org Let us Excellence for All Children 27 Who We Are The Madison PPEC is a non-profit P.T.O. dedicated to the lives of children with special needs and their families: To provide support and advocacy for families with children who have special needs. To develop more effective communication between parents and special services personnel in the schools To provide programs and information for parents and professionals on current topics in special education To improve the educational, recreational, vocational and social programs for our children To keep abreast of federal, state and local legislation that may affect the education of exceptional children By working together with the Special Services Department, we can help our children grow, and help the community to better understand the special needs of our children. What We Do PARENT DISCUSSION GROUPS These groups, one for each of the school levels – pre-school, elementary, middle school, high school and out-of-district, offer parents an opportunity to network and to share ideas and experiences. TOPIC PRESENTATIONS All are welcome to attend these meetings. Presentations featuring guest speakers are conducted at the Madison Schools on topics that are especially pertinent to special needs children and their families. As an affiliate of the United Leadership Council for Exceptional Children, the Madison PPEC also provides information on presentations offered in neighboring communities. Join Us PPEC MEMBERSHIP FORM 2014-2015 School Year Membership is open to all parents, teachers, professionals and community members who are interested in the lives and education of children with special needs. Please complete this form, enclose $10 per family, and return to: Madison PPEC, c/o Madison School District, Department of Special Services, 170 Ridgedale Avenue, Madison, N.J. 07940. Please make checks payable to Madison PPEC. Tax deductable donations are also accepted. Thank you for your support. Name: __________________________ Address: _______________________ Telephone: _____________________ Cell: ___________________________ Email: __________________________ INFORMATION RESOURCES Information on local, state and federal resources is available through the PPEC. Grade Level(s):__________________ School(s): ______________________ Please _____ include _____ do not include my name in a parent directory. This information will only be used for communicating within the PPEC and will not be shared with anyone else. 27 Madison Parents and Professionals for Exceptional Children (PPEC) 2014-2015 Membership Form Please complete this form, enclose $10 per family, and return it to: Madison PPEC, c/o Madison School District, Department of Special Services, 170 Ridgedale Avenue, Madison, NJ 07940. Please make checks payable to Madison PPEC. Thank you for your support. Name: Address: Telephone: Cell: _ Email: Grade Level (s) _ Name of School or “out of district”: $ $ $ 10.00 _ Dues Additional Tax Deductible Donation Total Please include do not include my name in a parent directory. This information will be used for the sole purpose of communicating among the members of the Madison PPEC and will NOT be shared with any other person or group. If you have any questions, please contact Michelle Goodwin, Sharon Purse, Karin Szotak or Sue Whitehorn at [email protected]. Volunteer Opportunities: We appreciate your financial support, but your involvement with activities and meetings would enhance the programs we can offer and the services that are provided for the exceptional children that our district serves. Please indicate below those areas in which you would like to become involved. Communication and Public Relations (Newsletters, website, etc…) Fundraising/Grants Meeting Topics and Programs (Please list topics of interest.) _ _ Discussion/Support Groups (Please indicate specific areas of interest such as, ADHD, LD, etc.) _ Acceptance/Awareness Education (Promoting acceptance/awareness programs, training staff, researching resource materials for a special needs library) General “you can count on me” Volunteer Please join our organization! The greater our numbers, the greater will be our ability to support the needs of our special children. We look forward to seeing you at our next meeting. The 2014-2015 PPEC Executive Team, Michelle Goodwin, Sharon Purce, Karin Szotak, and Sue Whitehorn 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 Board Approved 4/8/2014 M 1 8 15 22 29 September (18,20) T W T 2 3 4 9 10 11 16 17 18 23 24 25 30 6 13 20 27 October (23) T W T 1 2 7 8 9 14 15 16 21 22 23 28 29 30 M 3 10 17 24 November (16) T W T 4 5 6 11 12 13 18 19 20 25 26 27 M 1 8 15 22 29 December (17) T W T 2 3 4 9 10 11 16 17 18 23 24 25 30 31 M M 5 12 19 26 January (20) T W T 1 6 7 8 13 14 15 20 21 22 27 28 29 MADISON PUBLIC SCHOOLS 2014-15 SCHOOL CALENDAR F 5 12 19 26 F 3 10 17 24 31 F 7 14 21 28 F 5 12 19 26 September 1 Labor Day – Schools Closed 2-3 Staff In-Service 4 Classes Commence 25 Rosh Hashanah – Schools Closed October 13 Columbus Day – Early Dismissal & afternoon Staff In-Service 23 2 Hr Delayed Opening November 3-4 Early Dismissal: Elem & JS Parent/Teacher Conferences 6-7 NJEA Convention – Schools Closed 26 Early Dismissal/Thanksgiving 27-28 Thanksgiving Recess December 11 2 Hr Delayed Opening 23 Early Dismissal 24-31 Holiday Recess January 1,2 Holiday Recess 5 Classes Resume February 5 2 Hr Delayed Opening 13-17 President’s Day/Winter Break March 19 2 Hr Delayed Opening April 3 Good Friday 6-10 Spring Recess 13 Classes Resume 27-28 Early Dismissal: Elem & JS Parent/Teacher Conferences May 22 Staff In-Service 25 Memorial Day – School Closed June 19 Final Day - Early Dismissal 22 F 2 9 16 23 30 - M 2 9 16 23 February (17) T W T 3 4 5 10 11 12 17 18 19 24 25 26 M 2 9 16 23 30 March (22) T W T 3 4 5 10 11 12 17 18 19 24 25 26 31 F 6 13 20 27 6 13 20 27 April (16) T W T 1 2 7 8 9 14 15 16 21 22 23 28 29 30 F 3 10 17 24 M May (19,20) T W T 4 11 18 25 5 12 19 26 M 1 8 15 22 29 June (15,16) T W T 2 3 4 9 10 11 16 17 18 23 24 25 30 M Staff In-Service Legend Total School Days Schools Closed Student Days 183 Early Dismissal Teacher Days 187 In-Service Day (Staff Only) 2Hr Delayed Opening (In-Service) School Closed if 3 snow days are not used 6 13 20 27 7 14 21 28 Note: There are up to three snow days built into this calendar. In the event that inclement weather forces additional school closings, those extra day(s) will be made up beginning with May 22, April 10,9,8,7,6. F 6 13 20 27 F 1 8 15 22 29 F 5 12 19 26 Board Approved 4/8/2014 Septiembre (18,20) L M M J 1 2 3 4 8 9 10 11 15 16 17 18 22 23 24 25 29 30 L 6 13 20 27 Octubre (23) M M J 1 2 7 8 9 14 15 16 21 22 23 28 29 30 L 3 10 17 24 Noviembre (16) M M J 4 5 6 11 12 13 18 19 20 25 26 27 L 1 8 15 22 29 Diciembre (17) M M J 2 3 4 9 10 11 16 17 18 23 24 25 30 31 L 5 12 19 26 Enero (20) M M J 1 6 7 8 13 14 15 20 21 22 27 28 29 V 5 12 19 26 V 3 10 17 24 31 V 7 14 21 28 V 5 12 19 26 V 2 9 16 23 30 MADISON PUBLIC SCHOOLS 2014-15 SCHOOL CALENDAR Nota: Hay 3 días de nieve Septiembre 1 Labor Day incl – No hay clases 2-3 El personal en talleres 4 Clases empiezan 25 Rosh Hashanah – No hay clases Octubre 13 Columbus Day – Salida temprano; Personal en talleres por la tarde 23 Se abre 2 horas retardadas Noviembre 3-4 Salida temprano: Elem & JS Conferencias Padres/Maestros 6-7 NJEA Convención – No hay clases 26 Salida temprano /Thanksgiving 27-28 Thanksgiving. No hay clases Diciembre 11 Se abre 2 horas retardadas 23 Salida temprano 24-31 Vacaciones Enero 1,2 Vacaciones 5 Clases recomienzan Febrero 5 Se abre 2 horas retardadas 13-17 President’s Day/Vacaciones Marzo 19 Se abre 2 horas retardadas Abril 3 Viernes Santo 6-10 Vacaciones 13 Clases recomienzan 27-28 Salida temprano: Elem & JS Conferencias Padres/Maestros Mayo 22 El personal en talleres 25 Memorial Day – No hay clases June 19 Día final – Salida temprano 22 El personal en talleres Días en Total: Días escolares 183 Para Maestros 187 - Clave No hay clases Salida temprano Personal en talleres (no hay clases) Se abre 2 horas retardadas (talleres) No hay clases si no se usan 3 días de nieve L 2 9 16 23 Febrero (17) M M J 3 4 5 10 11 12 17 18 19 24 25 26 L 2 9 16 23 30 Marzo (22) M M J 3 4 5 10 11 12 17 18 19 24 25 26 31 V 6 13 20 27 6 13 20 27 Abril (16) M M J 1 2 7 8 9 14 15 16 21 22 23 28 29 30 V 3 10 17 24 L Mayo (19,20) M M J 4 11 18 25 5 12 19 26 L 1 8 15 22 29 Junio (15,16) M M J 2 3 4 9 10 11 16 17 18 23 24 25 30 L 6 13 20 27 7 14 21 28 V 6 13 20 27 V 1 8 15 22 29 V 5 12 19 26 Nota: Este calendario incluye 3 días de nieve. Si, por razones de tiempo, hay que cerrar la escuela más de 3 días, los días adicionales empiezan con el 22 de mayo, y el 10,9,8,7,6 de abril. MADISON JUNIOR SCHOOL CALENDAR 2014-2015 Note: All dates are subject to change August 28 September 4 September 16 September 17 September 19 September September 25 Thursday Thursday Tuesday Wednesday Friday tbd Thursday MJS Tours First Day of School Back to School Night Picture Day Peer Leader Retreat Play 60 Kick off Schools Closed (Rosh Hashanah) 9:00am-11:00am October 1 October 6-10 October 9 October 10 October 13 October 15 October 16 October October 24 October 29 Wednesday Mon-Fri Thursday Friday Monday Wednesday Thursday tbd Friday Wednesday Peer Connections Kickoff Spirit Week 6th Grade Social Coffee with the MJS Administration Single Session (Staff In-Service) PTO Meeting Student Volleyball Tournament (Spike For The Cure) Play 60 Wrap up (tentative date) 7th & 8th Grade Halloween Dance Picture Make-ups November 3-4 November 6-7 November 14 November 15 November 16 November 20 November 26 November 26 November 27-28 Mon-Tue Thur-Fri Friday Saturday Sunday Thursday Wednesday Wednesday Thur-Fri Single Session (Conferences) Schools Closed (NJEA Convention) MJS Musical Production MJS Musical Production MJS Musical Production (snow date) 6th Grade Family Night 6th, 7th & 8th Grade Team Building Day Single Session Schools Closed (Thanksgiving) December 10 December 11 December 11 December 17 December 19 December 23 Dec. 24-Jan. 2 Wednesday Thursday Thursday Wednesday Friday Tuesday Wed - Fri PTO Meeting 2 Hour Delayed Opening Orchestra/Chorus Winter Concert Band Winter Concert Holiday Assembly Single Session Schools Closed (Holiday Recess) 7:30pm 9:55am 7:30pm 7:30pm February 5 February 13-17 February 20 February 23-27 February 25 Thursday Fri-Tue Friday Mon-Fri Wednesday 2 Hour Delayed Opening Schools Closed (Winter Break) 6th, 7Th & 8th Grade Social and Dance Book Fair PTO Meeting 9:55am March 6 March 7 March 8 March 13 March 19 March 25 Friday Saturday Sunday Friday Thursday Wednesday MJS Play Production MJS Play Production MJS Play Production (snow date) Staff v. Student Basketball Game 2 Hour Delayed Opening All City Band/Orchestra Concert April 3 April 6-10 April 15 April 15 April 27-28 Friday Mon-Fri Wednesday Wednesday Mon-Tue Schools Closed (Good Friday) Schools Closed (Spring Recess) 5th Grade Orientation 5th Grade Parent Orientation Single Session (Conferences) May 6 May 9 May 13 May 15 May 22 May 25 May 27 Wednesday Saturday Wednesday Friday Friday Monday Wednesday 8th Grade Family Night Mr. MJS PTO Meeting AERSHES Kickball Fundraiser Schools Closed (Staff In-Service) Schools Closed (Memorial Day) Orchestra/Chorus Spring Concert June 3 June 12 June 12 June 17 June 18 June 18 June 19 June 19 June 19 June 22 Wednesday Friday Friday Wednesday Thursday Thursday Friday Friday Friday Monday Band Spring Concert (High School) Talent Show 8th Grade Dance 8th Grade Yearbook Party Awards Assembly PGC Pool Party 8th Grade Breakfast Promotion Ceremony Last Day of School-Single Session Staff In-Service 7:00pm-9:00pm 10:00am 3:00pm-4:30pm 9:30am 12:25pm 7:30pm 7:00pm 10:00am 7:30pm-9:30pm 12:25pm 7:30 pm 4:00 pm 2:00 pm 7:00pm 12:25pm 7:30pm-9:30pm 7:30pm 7:30pm 4:00pm 2:00 pm 7:00pm 9:55am 7:30pm 9:00-11:00am 7:00pm 12:25pm 7:00pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 3:00-6:00pm 7:30pm 7:30pm 1:00pm 7:00pm-9:30pm 1:00pm 9:30am 3:00pm-5:00pm 8:00am 10:30am 12:25pm MADISON JUNIOR SCHOOL TIME SCHEDULE 2014-2015 MONDAY, TUESDAY, THURSDAY, FRIDAY Staff Reports Doors Open for Pupils Tardy Bell* GRADE 6 Period 1/Attendance Period 2 Locker Period 3 Announcements Locker Period 4 Lunch Locker Period 5 Period 6 Locker Period 7 Period 8 GRADE 7 Period 1/Attendance Period 2 Locker Period 3 Announcements Period 4 Locker Period 5 Locker Period 6 Lunch Locker Period 7 Period 8 GRADE 8 Period 1/Attendance Period 2 Locker Period 3 Announcements Period 4 Locker Period 5 Lunch Locker Period 6 Period 7 Locker Period 8 7:45 7:50 7:55 7:55-8:54 8:57-9:56 (59 minutes) (59 minutes) 10:00-10:40 10:40-10:44 (40 minutes) (4 minutes) 10:47-11:12 (25 minutes) 11:16-12:15 12:18-12:58 (59 minutes) (40 minutes) 1:02-2:00 2:03-2:43 (58 minutes) (40 minutes) 7:55-8:54 8:57-9:37 (59 minutes) (40 minutes) 9:41-10:40 10:40-10:44 10:47-11:27 (59 minutes) (4 minutes) (40 minutes) 11:31-12:30 (59 minutes) 12:33-12:58 (25 minutes) 1:02- 2:00 2:03 -2:43 (58 minutes) (40 minutes) 7:55-8:35 8:38-9:37 (40 minutes) (59 minutes) 9:41-10:40 10:40-10:44 10:47-11:27 (59 minutes) (4 minutes) (40 minutes) 11:30-11:55 (25 minutes) 11:59-12:58 1:01- 1:41 (59 minutes) (40 minutes) 1:45 -2:43 (58 minutes) *Please note: Mondays and Thursdays are “A” days, Tuesdays and Fridays are “B” days. Wednesday has its own schedule due to advisory. The schedule is the same every week; there is no change in A, B or Wednesday schedules due to Holidays or snow days. **If students are tardy, a note must accompany them or a phone call must be received at 973-593-3149 ext. 3151 (roll call number) by 7:55 a.m. before student arrival from the parent or authorized guardian. In the absence of a note or prior phone call, a student that is tardy 2 or more times will be required to remain after school for 30 minutes. MADISON JUNIOR SCHOOL TIME SCHEDULE 2014-2015 WEDNESDAY Staff Reports Doors Open for Pupils Tardy Bell* GRADE 6 Period 1/Attendance Period 2 Locker Advisory Announcements Period 3 Locker Period 4 Lunch Locker Period 5 Period 6 Locker Period 7 Period 8 GRADE 7 Period 1/Attendance Period 2 Locker Advisory Announcements Period 3 Period 4 Locker Period 5 Locker Period 6 Lunch Locker Period 7 Period 8 GRADE 8 Period 1/Attendance Period 2 Locker Advisory Announcements Period 3 Period 4 Locker Period 5 Lunch Locker Period 6 Period 7 Locker Period 8 7:45 7:50 7:55 7:55-8:39 8:42-9:26 (44 minutes) (44 minutes) 9:30-10:14 10:14-10:20 10:23-11:07 (44 minutes) (6 minutes) (44 minutes) 11:10-11:35 (25 minutes) 11:39-12:22 12:25-1:09 (43 minutes) (44 minutes) 1:13-1:56 l:59-2:43 (43 minutes) (44 minutes) 7:55-8:39 8:42-9:26 (44 minutes) (44 minutes) 9:30-10:14 10:14-10:20 10:23-11:07 11:10-11:54 (44 minutes) (6 minutes) (44 minutes) (44 minutes) 11:58-12:41 (43 minutes) 12:44-1:09 (25 minutes) 1:13-1:56 1:59-2:43 (43 minutes) (44 minutes) 7:55-8:39 8:42-9:26 (44 minutes) (44 minutes) 9:30-10:14 10:14-10:20 10:23-11:07 11:10-11:54 (44 minutes) (6 minutes) (44 minutes) (44 minutes) 11:57-12:22 (25 minutes) 12:26-1:09 1:12-1:56 (43 minutes) (44 minutes) 2:00-2:43 (43 minutes) **If students are tardy, a note must accompany them or a phone call must be received at 973-593-3149 ext. 3151 (roll call number) by 7:55 a.m. before student arrival from the parent or authorized guardian. In the absence of a note or prior phone call, a student that is tardy 2 or more times will be required to remain after school for 30 minutes. MADISON JUNIOR SCHOOL REPORT CARD SCHEDULE 2014-2015 MJS report cards will be available online for students/parents: MP 1 September 4, 2014 November 5, 2014 November 11, 2014 First Marking Period Begins First Marking Period Ends Report Cards Available in Parent Portal MP 2 November 11, 2014 January 26, 2015 January 30, 2015 Second Marking Period Begins Second Marking Period Ends Report Cards Available in Parent Portal MP 3 January 27, 2015 April 13, 2015 April 17, 2015 Third Marking Period Begins Third Marking Period Ends Report Cards Available in Parent Portal MP 4 April 14, 2015 June 19, 2015 June 25, 2015 Fourth Marking Period Begins Fourth Marking Period Ends Report Cards Available in Parent Portal Conferences: November 3 & 4, 2014 April 27 & 28, 2015 *The administration reserves the right to adjust these dates if necessary.