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    Important Dates

    3/6 & 3/7      Early Dismissal-Parent/Teacher Conferences
    3/14              School Closed - In Service Day
    3/25-3/28     Scholastic Book Fair
    3/27              Viking Bingo

    NEW!  READINGTON MIDDLE SCHOOL HONOR ROLL 
    DISTINGUISHED HONOR ROLL

    HONOR ROLL
     
    NEW! IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT RMS YEARBOOKS! 
    There is less than ONE MONTH to purchase a yearbook for your child! Place your orders here!

    Parents of 8th graders: Make your 8th grader's final year unforgettable by purchasing a personalized ad in this year's yearbook! Whether it's a heartfelt message, a collection of their favorite photos, or a mix of both, your tribute will leave a lasting impression.  Show them how proud you are of their achievements and celebrate this milestone in style. Spaces are limited, so don’t wait!  Purchase a yearbook and create your own personalized ad with this link. All yearbook and ad orders are due by March 27!

    Let’s make their 8th-grade year one to remember! 🌟

    Feel free to contact cratanski@readington.k12.nj.us or egulino@readington.k12.nj.us for any questions you have.

    The Nature & Garden Club
    The Nature & Garden Club will be meeting for the spring session on Wednesdays starting March 19. See attached flyer for more information!

    Parent Academy Night - SAVE THE DATE! 
    Wednesday, March 26th. Join us on Wednesday, March 26th, for an informative evening dedicated to supporting your child's well-being. We are excited to present a "Parent Toolkit for Student Wellness" designed for K-8 parents. The evening will feature presenters from local organizations who will address essential topics related to student wellness. Please see the attached flyer here for more information about the event and to RSVP. We look forward to seeing you there!

    Award-winning author Dan Gemeinhart will be coming to RMS on Thursday, March 13th and will be happy to sign copies of his books for us.  Would you like your student to have this special, personalized keepsake of a great event at RMS? Visit this page at Howling Basset Books to purchase the book (and support a local Oldwick bookstore) by Friday, February 21st to have the book delivered and ready for signing at the school.  **Books will not be available for sale the day of the author visit. You can also purchase the book on your own for your student to bring in that day. 

    7th Grade Parents
    The 7th grade will be embarking on an exciting field trip to TopGolf on Wednesday, May 21st. We are thrilled to offer this opportunity for our 7th-grade class to experience the joy of golf in a dynamic and interactive setting. Please complete and return the permission slip to your student's science teacher by February 28th. The cost for the trip is $35, which covers admission to Top Golf, transportation, and lunch. 

    I-Ready Diagnostic Results Available
    Students have completed the i-Ready Diagnostics in Reading and Math. 

    Health Highlights
    ATTENTION PARENTS for First and Third Grades. The February issue of the Great Body Shop contains information about Personal Safety. Please click below for additional information.
    Each month, Family Letters from The Great Body Shop will be posted on the district website. Please CLICK HERE to review this material.

    Attached, you will find step-by-step instructions on how to enter Elective courses through Genesis. In addition to the step-by-step instructions, the Hunterdon Central Class of 2029 page has a video tutorial on how to enter classes through Genesis. If you have any questions, please let me know. Thank you & happy scheduling!

    RMS Yearbook sales are still open!
    Place an order for your child here. Yearbooks start at $42; personalizations and 8th grade Ads are also available to order. Sales for both Yearbooks and Ads close March 27th.  See attached flyer.

    Preschool School Bus Aide Vacancy/Employment Opportunity
    The Readington Township School District has vacancies for afternoon school bus aides at $25/hour serving our preschool students while on K-3 bus routes. If you have interest in helping, please contact Jason M. Bohm, Business Administrator, at jbohm@readington.k12.nj.us or by calling 908-534-2885. Midday work as a cafeteria aide helping to teach staff monitor the lunchroom can be made available for those interested in seeking additional hours of employment.
     
     
    HSA NEWS

    Scholastic Book Fair RMS
    The spring book fair is coming up!  We set up Friday, March 21st at dismissal. The fair runs Monday–Thursday (March 25-28) during the school day. We will also be open for shopping the night of the Music Showcase (Tuesday, March 25). We need volunteers during all these times.
     
    To sign up, please visit the sign-up genius link below:
    Reach out with any questions. Leave your time commitment in the comment section.
    Please visit the scholastic site to set up an EWallet for your student to use. Any EWallets from previous fairs need to be transferred to the current fair on the website.
    We also accept cash, checks (make payable to Readington HSA) and Apple / Android pay. There is tax on the sales at the fair.
    Online Shopping is available 3/21 - 4/3 at the following website:
    Any questions, please reach out to Book Fair Chairperson Tanya Bowser (tanya.bowser@gmail.com). Hope to see you at the fair!

    Tricky Tray Tickets on Sale NOW!
    Dust off your leg warmers, grab your scrunchies, and get ready for a totally tubular night of fun and prizes to support the Readington HSA at the Girls (and Guys) Just Wanna Have Fun Tricky Tray!  We've already got some great prizes, like Yeti, Tory Burch, Bartesian, and so much more to come!!! Tickets can be purchased individually or with a group to reserve a table of 8.
    📅 Date: Saturday, March 22, 2025
    ⏰ Time: Doors Open at 5pm, First Ticket Called at 7pm
    📍 Location: Holland Brook School, 52 Readington Rd, Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889
     
    Tickets:
    🎟️ Arcade Rookie Admission - $25 admission fee includes 1 lower level sheet, door prize ticket, light refreshments, Swag Bags*
    🎟️ Neon Superstar Admission - $55 includes 3 lower level sheets, 1 upper level sheet, 1 grand level ticket, door prize ticket, light refreshments, Swag Bags*
    *for the first 300 attendees 
    Want to donate a prize? Nothing is better than Readington families & businesses giving back to their kids! Contact trickytray@readingtonhsa.com to promote your business through a donation. 
    We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help make our 80s Night Tricky Tray event a total blast! 🕺💃 If you love the 80s, enjoy a good party, and want to be part of an amazing night, this is your chance to get involved!  Click Here to Sign Up!!
     
    HSA District-Wide COLOR RUN!!!
    Save the Date!!  Sunday, April 13th will be our first Color Run! We are excited to partner with Raritan Valley Habitat for Humanity who is currently working on building a house right here in Whitehouse Station!  Please see the flyer HERE and Save the Date for a day of color and fun!
    We will be sending out info this week!  Registration and fundraising starts next Monday, March 3rd!  If you have any questions or would like to volunteer, please reach out to the chairs at nicolel@readingtonhsa.com and jessical@readingtonhsa.com.  Thank you!
     
    VIKING BINGO!
    We are so excited to be hosting Viking Bingo on Thursday, March 27th!  Come out for a night of fun with family and friends!! Registration is officially opened! We can’t wait to see you there and hear you yelling BINGO!!
     

     

    Important Dates

    2/27 & 2/28  Alice in Wonderland - Musical 7:00pm
    3/6 & 3/7      Early Dismissal-Parent/Teacher Conferences

    NEW! Spring Conferences:
    Conferences will be offered on the afternoons of Thursday, March 6 and Friday, March 7 from 12:30pm to 2:30pm. Our evening conference is on Thursday, March 6 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm. Conference times are set to accommodate as many parents as possible. Please schedule your conferences in GenesisThe window to schedule a conference will OPEN on Tuesday, February 18 at 8AM.

    The window to schedule a conference will CLOSE on Tuesday, March 4 at 3PM.

    There are limited time slots available, so if your child is doing well, or if you have already conferenced with the teachers, please be considerate of parents who may need a conference. You will have the option to choose a virtual or an in-person conference. If you select “virtual”, the teacher will set up a link for your virtual meeting.

    Thank you for continuing to be an active partner in your child’s education. We appreciate you and look forward to helping guide your child in their learning at RMS.

    Directions for Scheduling Conferences on Genesis in the parent portal:

    • Click on the “Conference” tabClick “Request a Conference”

    • Change the “Week of” to the week in November that corresponds with conferences (using drop down arrow)

    • Click on the date you prefer and the teacher times will appear

    • Select the time you would like to have your conference.

    • You will be given a choice for a virtual/in-person conference.

    • The color will change to show that you have been added to the conference.

    Click here for more details about scheduling a conference.

    NEW! "The RMS Drama Club Proudly Presents: Alice in Wonderland Jr.!" 

    NEW! The Nature & Garden Club
    The Nature & Garden Club will be meeting for the spring session on Wednesdays starting March 19. See attached flyer for more information!

    New!  RMS March Calendar

    Strategic Plan Parent Survey - Please take a moment to complete the Strategic Plan Parent Survey. The survey will take approximately 5 minutes to complete and remains open through Wednesday, February 26, 2025. Please visit the links below to participate in the survey. There are two links. One for grade band PreK-5 and one for grade band 6-8. Please click on the appropriate link to share your thoughts and opinions anonymously.

    Parent Academy Night - SAVE THE DATE! 
    Wednesday, March 26th. Join us on Wednesday, March 26th, for an informative evening dedicated to supporting your child's well-being. We are excited to present a "Parent Toolkit for Student Wellness" designed for K-8 parents. The evening will feature presenters from local organizations who will address essential topics related to student wellness. Please see the attached flyer here for more information about the event and to RSVP. We look forward to seeing you there!

    Award-winning author Dan Gemeinhart will be coming to RMS on Thursday, March 13th and will be happy to sign copies of his books for us.  Would you like your student to have this special, personalized keepsake of a great event at RMS? Visit this page at Howling Basset Books to purchase the book (and support a local Oldwick bookstore) by Friday, February 21st to have the book delivered and ready for signing at the school.  **Books will not be available for sale the day of the author visit. You can also purchase the book on your own for your student to bring in that day. 

    RMS February Newsletter

    7th Grade Parents
    The 7th grade will be embarking on an exciting field trip to TopGolf on Wednesday, May 21st. We are thrilled to offer this opportunity for our 7th-grade class to experience the joy of golf in a dynamic and interactive setting. Please complete and return the permission slip to your student's science teacher by February 28th. The cost for the trip is $35, which covers admission to Top Golf, transportation, and lunch. 

    I-Ready Diagnostic Results Available
    Students have completed the i-Ready Diagnostics in Reading and Math. 

    Health Highlights
    ATTENTION PARENTS for First and Third Grades. The February issue of the Great Body Shop contains information about Personal Safety. Please click below for additional information.
    Each month, Family Letters from The Great Body Shop will be posted on the district website. Please CLICK HERE to review this material.

    Attached, you will find step-by-step instructions on how to enter Elective courses through Genesis. In addition to the step-by-step instructions, the Hunterdon Central Class of 2029 page has a video tutorial on how to enter classes through Genesis. If you have any questions, please let me know. Thank you & happy scheduling!

    RMS Yearbook sales are still open!
    Place an order for your child here. Yearbooks start at $42; personalizations and 8th grade Ads are also available to order. Sales for both Yearbooks and Ads close March 27th.  See attached flyer.

    Parent Nominations for the Gifted and Talented Program
    The Readington Township School District will begin accepting parent nominations for the Gifted and Talented Program for students in 1st-7th grade on February 1st. All parent nomination forms must be completed online no later than March 21st.  Since the assessment process will begin immediately following the nomination deadline, late entries cannot be accepted. 
    If you are interested in nominating your child for the G&T program, please follow the link below. Students already participating in the GT program do not need to reapply.
    https://www.readington.k12.nj.us/Page/116
     
    Springs Sports
    The deadline for registering for Spring Sports 2025 is Monday, March 3rd, 2025! Please visit the nurse's page to access the forms required. Forms can be turned in to the Nurse's Office or emailed to sportsforms@readington.k12.nj.us. The first day for tryouts is Wednesday, March 19th, 2025!
     
    Preschool School Bus Aide Vacancy/Employment Opportunity
    The Readington Township School District has vacancies for afternoon school bus aides at $25/hour serving our preschool students while on K-3 bus routes. If you have interest in helping, please contact Jason M. Bohm, Business Administrator, at jbohm@readington.k12.nj.us or by calling 908-534-2885. Midday work as a cafeteria aide helping to teach staff monitor the lunchroom can be made available for those interested in seeking additional hours of employment.
     
     
    HSA NEWS

    Trivia Night
    Get Ready for a Fun Night Out TONIGHT, Parents!  If you have signed up already, Trivia Night at the Rail starts at 6:30pm. See you there!!
    Any questions? Please reach out to Vikki Gregorio (vikkielle@gmail.com) or Kate Molchan (Kate.woolsey@gmail.com)

    Scholastic Book Fair RMS
    The spring book fair is coming up!  We set up Friday, March 21st at dismissal. The fair runs Monday–Thursday (March 25-28) during the school day. We will also be open for shopping the night of the Music Showcase (Tuesday, March 25). We need volunteers during all these times.
     
    To sign up, please visit the sign-up genius link below:
    Reach out with any questions. Leave your time commitment in the comment section.
    Please visit the scholastic site to set up an EWallet for your student to use. Any EWallets from previous fairs need to be transferred to the current fair on the website.
    We also accept cash, checks (make payable to Readington HSA) and Apple / Android pay. There is tax on the sales at the fair.
    Online Shopping is available 3/21 - 4/3 at the following website:
    Any questions, please reach out to Book Fair Chairperson Tanya Bowser (tanya.bowser@gmail.com). Hope to see you at the fair!

    Tricky Tray Tickets on Sale NOW!
    Dust off your leg warmers, grab your scrunchies, and get ready for a totally tubular night of fun and prizes to support the Readington HSA at the Girls (and Guys) Just Wanna Have Fun Tricky Tray!  We've already got some great prizes, like Yeti, Tory Burch, Bartesian, and so much more to come!!! Tickets can be purchased individually or with a group to reserve a table of 8.
    📅 Date: Saturday, March 22, 2025
    ⏰ Time: Doors Open at 5pm, First Ticket Called at 7pm
    📍 Location: Holland Brook School, 52 Readington Rd, Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889
     
    Tickets:
    🎟️ Arcade Rookie Admission - $25 admission fee includes 1 lower level sheet, door prize ticket, light refreshments, Swag Bags*
    🎟️ Neon Superstar Admission - $55 includes 3 lower level sheets, 1 upper level sheet, 1 grand level ticket, door prize ticket, light refreshments, Swag Bags*
    *for the first 300 attendees 
    Want to donate a prize? Nothing is better than Readington families & businesses giving back to their kids! Contact trickytray@readingtonhsa.com to promote your business through a donation. 
    We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help make our 80s Night Tricky Tray event a total blast! 🕺💃 If you love the 80s, enjoy a good party, and want to be part of an amazing night, this is your chance to get involved!  Click Here to Sign Up!!
     
    HSA District-Wide COLOR RUN!!!
    Save the Date!!  Sunday, April 13th will be our first Color Run! We are excited to partner with Raritan Valley Habitat for Humanity who is currently working on building a house right here in Whitehouse Station!  Please see the flyer HERE and Save the Date for a day of color and fun!
    We will be sending out info this week!  Registration and fundraising starts next Monday, March 3rd!  If you have any questions or would like to volunteer, please reach out to the chairs at nicolel@readingtonhsa.com and jessical@readingtonhsa.com.  Thank you!
     
    Cooks Night Off - March 5
    Take the night off from cooking and support the Readington HSA!
    We partnered with QCrew to provide their famous BBQ to our families as part of a 'Cook's Night Off' fundraiser on Wednesday, March 5th. Easy online ordering and convenient pickup between Holland Brook and Readington Middle Schools. 15% of your order will be donated to the Readington HSA.
    ORDER ONLINE HERE: https://qcrewcares.com/pages/readington-hsa
     
     
     
     

    Important Dates

    2/14              Early Dismissal
    2/17              School closed - President's Day
    2/27 & 2/28  Alice in Wonderland - Musical 7:00pm

    NEW! Strategic Plan Parent Survey - Please take a moment to complete the Strategic Plan Parent Survey. The survey will take approximately 5 minutes to complete and remains open through Wednesday, February 26, 2025. Please visit the links below to participate in the survey. There are two links. One for grade band PreK-5 and one for grade band 6-8. Please click on the appropriate link to share your thoughts and opinions anonymously.

    PreK-5 Parents (PreK in-district students only)
    6-8 Parent
    Your feedback is valuable, and we look forward to your participation! Thank you!

    NEW!  Parent Academy Night - SAVE THE DATE! 
    Wednesday, March 26th. Join us on Wednesday, March 26th, for an informative evening dedicated to supporting your child's well-being. We are excited to present a "Parent Toolkit for Student Wellness" designed for K-8 parents. The evening will feature presenters from local organizations who will address essential topics related to student wellness. Please see the attached flyer here for more information about the event and to RSVP. We look forward to seeing you there!

    NEW!  Award-winning author Dan Gemeinhart will be coming to RMS on Thursday, March 13th and will be happy to sign copies of his books for us.  Would you like your student to have this special, personalized keepsake of a great event at RMS? Visit this page at Howling Basset Books to purchase the book (and support a local Oldwick bookstore) by Friday, February 21st to have the book delivered and ready for signing at the school.  **Books will not be available for sale the day of the author visit. You can also purchase the book on your own for your student to bring in that day. 

    RMS February Newsletter

    7th Grade Parents
    The 7th grade will be embarking on an exciting field trip to TopGolf on Wednesday, May 21st. We are thrilled to offer this opportunity for our 7th-grade class to experience the joy of golf in a dynamic and interactive setting. Please complete and return the permission slip to your student's science teacher by February 28th. The cost for the trip is $35, which covers admission to Top Golf, transportation, and lunch. 

    YEARBOOK
    Place your yearbook orders as soon as possible. All orders for Yearbooks and 8th grade Ads are due March 27, go to yearbookforever.com. The Yearbook Club will be meeting after school today in room 204! We hope to see you there!

    I-Ready Diagnostic Results Available
    Students have completed the i-Ready Diagnostics in Reading and Math. 

    Please click here for directions on how to review your child's reports.
     
    Resultados de diagnóstico i-Ready disponibles
    Los estudiantes han completado el Diagnóstico i-Ready en Lectura y Matemáticas.
    HAGA clic aqui para obtener instrucciones sobre cómo revisar los informes de su hijo.

    Health Highlights
    ATTENTION PARENTS for First and Third Grades. The February issue of the Great Body Shop contains information about Personal Safety. Please click below for additional information.
    Each month, Family Letters from The Great Body Shop will be posted on the district website. Please CLICK HERE to review this material.

    Attached, you will find step-by-step instructions on how to enter Elective courses through Genesis. In addition to the step-by-step instructions, the Hunterdon Central Class of 2029 page has a video tutorial on how to enter classes through Genesis. If you have any questions, please let me know. Thank you & happy scheduling!

    RMS Yearbook sales are still open!
    Place an order for your child here. Yearbooks start at $42, personalizations and 8th grade Ads are also available to order. Sales for both Yearbooks and Ads close March 27th.  See attached flyer.

    Parent Nominations for the Gifted and Talented Program
    The Readington Township School District will begin accepting parent nominations for the Gifted and Talented Program for students in 1st-7th grade on February 1st. All parent nomination forms must be completed online no later than March 21st.  Since the assessment process will begin immediately following the nomination deadline, late entries cannot be accepted. 
    If you are interested in nominating your child for the G&T program, please follow the link below. Students already participating in the GT program do not need to reapply.
    https://www.readington.k12.nj.us/Page/116
     
    Springs Sports
    The deadline for registering for Spring Sports 2025 is Monday, March 3rd, 2025! Please visit the nurse's page to access the forms required. Forms can be turned in to the Nurse's Office or emailed to sportsforms@readington.k12.nj.us. The first day for tryouts is Wednesday, March 19th, 2025!
     
    Preschool School Bus Aide Vacancy/Employment Opportunity
    The Readington Township School District has vacancies for afternoon school bus aides at $25/hour serving our preschool students while on K-3 bus routes. If you have interest in helping, please contact Jason M. Bohm, Business Administrator, at jbohm@readington.k12.nj.us or by calling 908-534-2885. Midday work as a cafeteria aide helping to teach staff monitor the lunchroom can be made available for those interested in seeking additional hours of employment.

    RMS February Calendar

    SAVE THE DATE!  Barnes & Noble Book Fair
    The Barnes & Noble Book Fair is returning on Thursday, February 13th, from 5:00-7:30 to the Somerville Circle Barnes & Noble store.  This year's event theme is “Reading is Sweet!” and will feature student performances, in-store challenges and activities, and a student vs. teacher competition, as well as the opportunity to pick up a little Valentine’s Day treat for those you love!  

    HSA NEWS
     
    Trivia Night
    Get Ready for a Fun Night Out, Parents!
    Join us on Wednesday, February 26th, at 6:30 PM at The Rail for a Family Feud-style trivia night that’s sure to be a blast! This adults-only event is the perfect opportunity for a fun night out while supporting a great cause!
    You can register as a team (of 4–6 people) or as an individual. If you’re flying solo, no worries—we’ll match you up with others who have similarly-aged kids!
              Important Details:
              Date: Wednesday, February 26th
              Time: 6:30 PM
              Food & drink: On your own, but 10% of all sales that night go back to support HSA!
              Last day to register: February 19th (or until we hit capacity!)
              Trivia: Played Family Feud-style (so bring your A-game)!

    Don’t miss out on a great time with fellow parents while giving back to our school community. Grab your friends, get your team together, and let’s make it a night to remember! Register here!
    Any questions? Please reach out to Vikki Gregorio (vikkielle@gmail.com) or Kate Molchan (Kate.woolsey@gmail.com)

    Tricky Tray Tickets on Sale NOW!
    Dust off your leg warmers, grab your scrunchies, and get ready for a totally tubular night of fun and prizes to support the Readington HSA at the Girls (and Guys) Just Wanna Have Fun Tricky Tray!  We've already got some great prizes, like Yeti, Tory Burch, Bartesian, and so much more to come!!! Tickets can be purchased individually or with a group to reserve a table of 8.
    📅 Date: Saturday, March 22, 2025
    ⏰ Time: Doors Open at 5pm, First Ticket Called at 7pm
    📍 Location: Holland Brook School, 52 Readington Rd, Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889

    Tickets:
    🎟️ Arcade Rookie Admission - $25 admission fee includes 1 lower level sheet, door prize ticket, light refreshments, Swag Bags*
    🎟️ Neon Superstar Admission - $55 includes 3 lower level sheets, 1 upper level sheet, 1 grand level ticket, door prize ticket, light refreshments, Swag Bags*
    *for the first 300 attendees https://girls-just-wanna-have-fun-80-s-night-tricky-tray.cheddarup.coWant to donate a prize? Nothing is better than Readington families & businesses giving back to their kids! Contact trickytray@readingtonhsa.com to promote your business through a donation.
    HSA District-Wide COLOR RUN!!!
    Save the Date!!  Sunday, April 13th, will be our first Color Run! We are excited to partner with Raritan Valley Habitat for Humanity, who is currently working on building a house right here in Whitehouse Station!  Please see the flyer HERE and Save the Date for a day of color and fun!