A Century of Excellence

History

An artist rendition of Ridge St. School, circa 1894

Graduating Class of 1920

Graduating Class of 2017

It is the goal of Ridge Street School to develop our students academically, emotionally, physically, and socially in order to be life-long learners who will think critically and creatively and make intelligent choices in everyday life situ-ations. Through current knowledge of docu-mented learning programs and collab-orative decision-making involving ad-ministrators, staff, students, and par-ents, we will nurture the school's cul-ture and climate by providing our stu-dents with values, beliefs, and aca-demic pursuits needed to be produc-tive adults and contributing members of society. We are dedicated to this endeavor by providing an academic environment where opportunities are available to all (students, staff, parents) in order to be learners and leaders where high expectations drive our mission to in-crease student achievement. We welcome your input and hope you will visit us soon. Sincerely,

Mr. David DeOliveira

Principal

Ridge Street School

Rigor becomes reward. Futures become limitless.

David DeOliveira Principal

Caren Verde Raquel Ramos-Brown

Frank Mavilla Vice Principals

735 Ridge Street Newark, New Jersey 07104

(973) 268-5210 ECC: (973) 268-5370 Fax: (973) 268-5283

http://www.nps.k12.nj.us/RDG/site/default.asp

Principal’s Message

The following is a list of some of our programs available to our students and some activities for our parents throughout the school year:

CLUBS

Art Club—Debate Club—The League—Math Olympians—Chorus Peer Mediators—School Patrols (Verde's Angels)—Student Council Totally Wired Technology Club— 8th Grade Yearbook Club Chromebook Club

SPORTS Boys Basketball—Girls Basketball—Girls Cheerleaders—Volleyball

BEFORE/AFTER SCHOOL Program For Parents — Gear Up!—PARCC Prep La Casa de Don Pedro, Inc. AfterSchool Program

ACTIVITIES FOR PARENTS

Volunteering (Part or Full Time)—Workshops—Field Trips—Conferences PTO Meetings—Community Out-Reach Assistance and Support Parent and Child Events

About Us Located in the beautiful Forest Hill section of Newark and nearby Branch Brook Park, Ridge Street School opens its doors to students in kindergarten to first grade at our Early Childhood Center, and grades second through eighth in our main building. With an enrollment of more than 700 students, the entire school community of administrators, teachers, support staff, and non-instructional personnel is committed to providing a safe and caring learning environment for all children. Our highly qualified teaching staff, many of whom are recipients of grants and awards, is dedicated to enrich-ing the lives of students through research-based instruc-tion that challenges and stimulates young minds to attain their academic potential. Ridge Street School also offers a wide variety of extracur-ricular activities such as book clubs, sports clubs, art & music clubs, and afterschool enrichment programs that continue throughout the school year. Our Ridge Street School parents are supportive and active-ly involved, thus playing a huge role in our success. By providing PTO conferences, activities, and workshops, parenting skills are developed by promoting the parent/teacher relationships. We are truly partners in the social development and academic growth of our children!

Programs/Activities

FORMATIVE AND SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENTS

PARCC Grades 3-8 NJ ASK Grades 4 and 8

ACCESS Grades K-8 DRA 2 Grades K-2

ELA and Math Interim Assessments Grades 3-8 SCIENCE FOSS AND MODULE ASSESSMENTS Grades K-8

Become a Parent Volunteer!

Our volunteers are dedicated to benefit the teachers, staff, and students of the Newark Public Schools. Each year the lives of our students are enriched by our volunteers.

An Hour A Week Can Make A Difference!

For more information on becoming a VOLUNTEER, please contact or visit

Mrs. Yvette Colon Community Engagement Specialist

973-268-5210 Also visit our website or additional information

http://www.nps.k12.nj.us/RDG/site/default.asp

BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT September 14, 2017 From 4:30—6:30 PM

PARENT / TEACHER CONFERENCES

Establish an open line of communication with your child’s teacher. Attend parent teacher conferences with a list of questions and samples of your child’s work to discuss. If you are not able to attend your scheduled appointment, please call Ms. Colon, the C.E.S., to reschedule your appointment. There are only two parent teacher conferences during the school year. November 28, 2017 and February 15, 2018 From 1:00-4:00 PM and 5:00-7:00 PM

CURRICULAR PROGRAMS

To insure that our students are prepared academically, socially, and emotionally for 21st-century skills, Ridge Street School enhances the Newark Public Schools curriculum with the following programs that promote the CCSS:

Math In Focus

Core Knowledge

Expeditionary Learning

iReady

English as a Second Language

Special Education Support

Infusion of Technology via Smartboards, Chromebooks, and Computer Lab

Academic Collaborations with William Paterson University and Montclair State University

Newsela/Nonfiction Literacy

IQWST

V-LAB

MANDATORY DRESS CODE

All students are mandated to wear school uniforms. It

provides our students with a sense of pride and creates

a positive learning environment without additional dis-

tractions. We ask all parents to maintain our dress code

throughout the school year.

The Parent Teacher Organi-

zation welcomes you to the 2017-2018 school year. Every parent is a member of

the PTO and is invited to participate in our meetings, committees, sponsored

activities, and fundraisers. Attending PTO meetings is a great way to learn more

about different opportunities you can get involved in, share your ideas, and use

your creativity by volunteering and meeting parents within the school community.

Our meetings are held the last Tuesday of every other month at 9:00 AM. Meet-

ings are subject to change so please check the school web site. and the school’s

monthly calendar for dates and times.

PARENT SUPPORT STAFF

Child Study Team - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 973-268-5483 Ms. Flores, Nurse -- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 973-268-5214 Ms. Andrews, Guidance Counselor - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 973-268-5210 Ms. Green, Guidance Counselor- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 973-268-5014

SEPTEMBER First Day School Celebration

Back to School Night

OCTOBER Parents Make A World Of Difference Week

Week of Respect Trunk and Treat

NOVEMBER American Education Week

Newark Community Night @ Liberty Science Center Parent/Teacher Conference & Report Card Distribution

DECEMBER My Very Own Library

Annual Christmas Program Annual Tree Lighting

JANUARY Annual 8th Grade Portfolio Exhibit

ONE NEWARK Workshops

FEBUARY Black History Program

Parent/Teacher Conference & Report Card Distribution My Very Own Library

MARCH PARCC Parent Workshops

Dr. Seuss Week

APRIL PARCC Tests

MAY PARCC Tests

National Volunteers Week

NJ ASK Science Assessment for 4th and 8th Graders Parent Volunteers Recognition Luncheon

JUNE My Very Own Library Kids “R” Special Day

Kindergarten & Eighth Grade Graduations

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Look for upcoming school activities and events on our monthly calendar or school website.

School Events 2017-

2018

RIDGE STREET SCHOOL WEBSITE Visit us at

http://www.nps.k12.nj.us/RDG/site/default.asp Parent e-Board, Student e-Board and MORE!

Also, follow us on Twitter.com/Ridgestreet

Home of the Tigers! The Mighty, Mighty Tigers!