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Summer Kindergarten Orientation 1 Glover Avenue Haddonfield, NJ 08036 856.429.0902 http://www.haddonfield.k12.nj.us Gino R. Priolo, Principal [email protected]

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Summer Kindergarten Orientation

1 Glover AvenueHaddonfield, NJ 08036

856.429.0902http://www.haddonfield.k12.nj.us

Gino R. Priolo, Principal [email protected]

AgendaWelcomeWhat the Kids Have to Say VideoIntroductionsStudents: Meet classmates and teacher!Parents: Overview of School and What You

NEED to KnowSchool TourMessage from the Tatem PTAQ and A

Important Calendar NotesSept. 3: First day (9/3-5 half-days—12:30

dismissal)Kindergarten on normal schedule 9/3-5

What to Expect on First DayBeginning/End of School Day

Line-up and exit locations/EA SupervisedStudents will be picked-up by teacher or

assistantAt end of day, student exit is supervised—child

will only be released to an authorized adultFor security reasons, all parents must sign in

at the main office and receive a visitor's badge before entering the building.

Character EducationAnti-Bully Programs

Word of the Month

Assemblies

Good Citizenship Awards

Morning Announcement

For more information, please visit Mr. Priolo’s E-board at www.mr-priolo.haddonfield.site.eboard.com

During our Community Meeting:Define the Word of the Month Student Council’s Top 10Word of the Month TriviaDrama club

School HoursFull-DayOutside supervision begins at 8:15.Kindergarten

AM Session: 8:25-11:10 PM Session: 12:15-3:00

Half-DayKindergarten

AM Session: 8:25-10:55 PM Session: 10:00-12:30

Six-Day ScheduleIdentifies each day by number (Days 1-6)Listed in the Community Calendar

AttendanceIf it is necessary to keep a child home from

school, please call the office by 8:30 and include the following information: Name, Teacher, and Reason for Absence

If the school does not receive a call from parents, we will call your home and/or work.

When a child returns to school after being absent, a note must be presented from home stating the reason for the absence.

Absence Policy1st through 5th Unexcused absence: No Consequence6th and 7th Unexcused absence: Warning, no

consequences. (The warning is to be written and provide the parent with the guidelines for absence and request for support).

8th Unexcused absence: Parent/Principal conference. During this conference a plan for student attendance will be developed for implementation. The child will be included in the planning, if appropriate

10th Unexcused absence: Parent/Principal/DARE Officer conference. During this conference the plan for school attendance will be reviewed for effectiveness. Discussion will focus upon additional supports needed for consistent school attendance. The child will be included in the discussion, if appropriate.

Tardiness1st through 5th Unexcused lateness: No Consequence6Th and 7Th Unexcused lateness: Warning, no consequences.

(The warning is to be written and provide the parent with the guidelines for lateness and request for support).

8Th Unexcused lateness: Parent/Principal conference. During this conference a plan for arrival to school on time will be developed for implementation. The child will be included in the planning, if appropriate

12th Unexcused lateness: Parent/Principal/DARE Officer conference. During this conference the plan for school attendance will be reviewed for effectiveness. Discussion will focus upon additional supports needed for punctual school attendance. The child will be included in the discussion, if appropriate.

Parking/Traffic GuidelinesAM

Drop-off laneAssisted/unassistedWhere to park/where not to park

PMNo pick-up laneWhere to park/where not to park

Pick-UpPlease ensure all of your emergency contact

information is accurate. Children will be released only to those

authorized

Support for StudentsClassroom teacherGuidance

CounselorPrincipalNurseInstructional

Support Program

Language Arts Specialist

Problem Solving Team

Pupil Assistance Committee

Child Study Team

Homework GuidelinesKindergarten—No regular HW assignmentsFirst—15 minutesSecond—30 minutesThird—40 minutesFourth—60 minutesFifth—60 minutes

Home-School CommunicationWeb Site and E-NewslettersPTA Meetings (once per month)Tatem TimesThursday PacketsE-mailE-BoardCoffee with the Principal

We make a concerted effort to limit disruptions to teacher instruction. If you need to provide a message to your child in non emergency situations, we will be happy to take a message and ensure that it is delivered in a timely fashion.

Communication with TeacherE-mail is the primary method of communication

with teachers. All teacher e-mails are the first initial, last name,

following by @haddonfield.k12.nj.usAll teachers also have voice mailRequired 48-hour call back (or e-mail) timeA conference/meeting may be requested at any

point in the school year

Parent Volunteer Opportunities…We highly value our partnership with parents!

PTAParent PlaygroundEnrichment for AllTatem Fair

For more information, please contact our PTA President Tracy Noone at [email protected]

For Comprehensive School Information

Visit Tatem’s Home Page at www.haddonfield.k12.nj.us/tatem for…

• Parent/Student Handbook• Parking/Traffic Information• E-News• The Tatem Times• Faculty/Staff Contact Information• Calendar of Events• Lunch Menu• Delayed Opening Schedule

Please contact Linda Marino at 429-0902 or [email protected] if you would prefer a hard copy of the Student/Parent Handbook…we will be happy to provide one for you!

Important ContactsGino R. Priolo, Principal

[email protected] /429-0902, ext. 178Linda Marino, Secretary

[email protected]/429-0902, ext. 102Beth Herrera, Nurse

[email protected]/429-0902, ext. 104Elyse Batoff, Counselor

[email protected]/429-0902, ext. Alan Fegley, Superintendent

[email protected]/429-7510Bonni Rubin-Sugarman, Director of Special Education

[email protected]/429-3960Haddonfield Child Care, 429-1603