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    Important Dates

    May 12 & 13 - NJSLA - ELA - AllGrades
    May 12 - Spring Concert - 7:00 - 8:00
    May 14 - Grade 6 - Somerset Patriots Game
    May 15 & 16 - NJSLA - Math - All Grades
    May 19 & 20 - NJSLA - Science -Grade 8
    May 19 - Choral Concert - 7:00 - 8:30
    May 21 - Grade 7 - Top Golf
    May 23 - Early Dismissal Day
    May 26 - School Closed - Memorial Day
    May 28 - Student Council - Six Flags

    NEW! RMS Metal Water Bottles
    Water bottles are available in 2 colors/sizes and can be personalized. Check out this flyer  to order and be ready to start the 2025-2026 school year off right! 

    NEW! RMS May Calendar 

    Board of Eduction Cell Phone Policy
    The BOE Adopted a New Policy on Student Use of Wireless Communication Devices including Cell Phones - Please click here to read the policy  5516.01

    Progress Reports for the 3rd marking period are available to be viewed in Genesis.  
    To view your student's Progress Report, log into your account and follow these steps:

    1. Go to the bottom of the Parent Portal Summary Page.
    2. Click on the "View Special Ed Documents" button displayed toward the bottom of the page.
    3. Click "OK" in the pop-up box to access your child's documents.

     

    FAMILY PHOTOS AT THE BUFFALO FARM
    Readington Middle School Student Council is hosting a fundraiser to benefit Ava’s Choice Charity on Saturday, May 3, and Sunday, May 4. Join us in getting your family photos done at the Readington Buffalo Farm. The cost is $100 ($30 goes to the fundraiser). Appointments are available from 8:00 -11:30 am on both days. To book your appointment, please     click here. For more information, please click here.

    Attention parents of rising 7th and 8th graders, DUE MAY 1st.
    New this year will be the ability to make these rankings directly in the Genesis Parent Portal.
    https://parents.c2.genesisedu.net/readington/

    Please follow the directions in this message on how to complete the Encore selection process.
    https://app.tango.us/app/workflow/Requesting-Encore-Courses-for-Next-Year-in-Genesis-4ec1251e18014479a5225ecf81a8dfc8

    Students have the ability to choose from the following:
    Grade 7 Encore Classes
    Grade 8 Encore Classes

    RMS April Newsletter

    For 8th-grade Parents
    On Friday, May 30th, Hunterdon Central Teen Pep students are coming to present a workshop about healthy relationships to our 8th-grade students. For more information, please see attachment.

    For 8th grade parents
    Please see attachment for end-of-year activities for your graduating 8th graders!

    New Jersey Student Learning Assessment
    Readington Township students in grades third-eighth grade will participate in the spring administration of statewide assessments (NJSLA-Mathematics, NJSLA-ELA, and NJSLA-Science) during May. Please CLICK HERE for building-specific dates.

    HSA
     
     
    OPEN POSITIONS - H.S.A. EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
    Consider becoming a part of the Readington H.S.A.!  The H.S.A. is seeking volunteers for the following positions: Secretary, RMS VP (1 opening) and Preschool VP.  For more information, please click HERE. If you are interested or have any questions, please contact nominations@readingtonhsa.com.
     
    Chick-fil-A Spirit Week
    We are excited to announce our partnership with Chick-fil-A during Staff Appreciation Week, from May 5th to 9th!  District families, along with teachers and staff, are warmly invited to participate in this event! Chick-fil-A is graciously donating a portion of the proceeds back to us.
    Each school will have its own designated night:
    Monday - Whitehouse School
    Tuesday - Holland Brook School
    Wednesday - Three Bridges School
    Thursday - Readington Middle School
    Friday - Preschool
    Please click here to view the flyer.
    *Please contact Kristin McHale at kristinm@readingtonhsa.com with any questions.
     
    Clothing & Used Items Drive
    The H.S.A. Spring Clothing Drive is set to kick off on May 8th and will continue until May 16th. This is a fantastic opportunity to support the H.S.A. while helping those in need. You can drop off donations at the following locations:
    Readington Middle School, Three Bridges School & Whitehouse School
    Please click here for additional information.
    Questions? Jen McNulty: McNulty.J@gmail.com
     
    3rd Grade Event
    We are thrilled to organize an event at Frenchtown Roller Rink for third graders from Whitehouse School and Three Bridges School to socialize before transitioning to Holland Brook School.  To ensure that the highest number of 3rd graders can participate in this event, please click here to choose the dates when your child is available to attend.  Questions? Kristin McHale kristinm@readingtonhsa.com.
     
    Program Recognition Award
    Nominate your favorite extracurricular activity run through Readington schools this year. The winning program will receive $250 from the HSA. Click here for information on how to submit your nomination by May 2nd!
     
    Celebrate your graduate with a custom yard sign!  
    The signs are a way to celebrate your 3rd grader, 5th grader or 8th grader's graduation and are intended for display on a lawn.  They come with a metal stake to put them in the ground and the signs are 18 inches tall. and 24 inches wide.  There is one sign per grade or school available for sale.  
    The estimated sign arrival is early June. Pick-up schedule dates and times will be communicated via the email provided when ordering.
    Please click here to order.
     

     

     

     

    Important Dates

    04/17               Early Dismissal
    04/18 - 04/25   Spring recess

     

    NEW!  Bensi Fundraiser
    The Readington Athletic Booster Club will host a Dine to Donate fundraiser on Monday, April 7th, @ Bensi Ristorante Italiano in Whitehouse Station. Make sure you bring this attached flyer! 

    NEW!  For 8th-grade Parents
    On Friday, May 30th, Hunterdon Central Teen Pep students are coming to present a workshop about healthy relationships to our 8th-grade students. For more information, please see attachment.

    For 8th grade parents
    Please see attachment for end-of-year activities for your graduating 8th graders!

    Hello 8th Grade Families
    Please see the attached flyer and parent letter regarding the TeenCap program taking place in Science classes on April 14, 15, and 16. On Tuesday, April 1st, there will be a parent workshop (via Zoom) to learn more about the program and decide if you'd like to opt your child out of receiving the information. If you have any questions or concerns, please let me know. Thank you!

    New Jersey Student Learning Assessment
    Readington Township students in grades third-eighth grade will participate in the spring administration of statewide assessments (NJSLA-Mathematics, NJSLA-ELA, and NJSLA-Science) during May. Please CLICK HERE for building-specific dates.

    Temple University Research Study on Middle School Mathematics
    Readington Township Middle School will participate in research conducted by Temple University. Selected math classes will use special materials designed to assess how reflecting on errors affects students' learning and motivation. Parents or guardians have the option to decline their child's participation in this study. CLICK HERE for complete study details and opt-out information.

    RMS April Calendar

    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 of the trip is $35, which covers admission to Top Golf, transportation, and lunch. 

    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.

    HSA NEWS

     
     
    HSA District-Wide Color Run UPDATE and REGISTRATION CLOSING TONIGHT!
    Our third weekly grade winner is 6th Grade!!  6th graders will receive a pajama day for this week's prize!  Mr. Charleston will let you know when to wear PJ's for the day!  Who will win the last week???    
    TODAY IS THE LAST DAY TO SIGN UP!
    If you haven't signed up yet, here is the information on the color run!  We are on the right track to go to get to our goal of $25000.  Let's keep it up!
    Color Run to Build Date: 04/13/2025
    Times: 10:00am will be Check-In Time
    At 10:30am, the 1st Group will be off! Groups will be let go at different time increments to avoid congestion along the route.  Everyone can walk, run, jog the route, as fast as they like.  If you have younger children, you can also stop midway. If the 2 miles is too long for them, up to you!
    Sign your student up here to start fundraising! https://www.getmovinfundhub.com/register.
    Parents of Preschool through 3rd grade will need to accompany their child on the run. You can sign up https://color-run-temp-62145.cheddarup.com/ to join your child on the run!
    Parents of 4th through 8th grade  do not have to accompany their child, but the more, the merrier! Please note; this is not a drop-off event, though. Please stay to cheer on your child, or you can volunteer https://www.getmovinfundhub.com/.../10886/volunteerJobs to help out, or throw colored powder at the runners!
    Thank you and we look forward to seeing everyone there!
    Nicole and Jessica, Color Run Chairs
     

    SPIRIT WEAR ON SALE NOW!
    Get into the School Spirit!  Readington H.S.A. Spirit Wear is now on sale until April 2nd.
    Do you have a child moving up to a new school in September? Order their school spirit wear now so they're ready to start the school year with spirit wear for their new school!
    There are updated designs with shirt pricing starting at just $15.
    When placing orders, choose the "pick up" delivery option at checkout and items will be shipped free of charge to your child's school and sent home with them.

    Spirit Wear will be delivered to school at the end of April.  Click the link below to shop

     

    QCrew Catering Promotion
    QCrew has extended our fundraiser to include catering orders.  If you place a catering order by May 15th (can be for a later date), and mention The Readington HSA, they will donate 10% back to us. Please click here to see additional details on this promotion.

     
    OPEN POSITIONS - H.S.A. EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
    Consider becoming a part of the Readington H.S.A.!  The H.S.A. is seeking volunteers for the following positions: Secretary, RMS VP (1 opening) and Preschool VP.  For more information, please click HERE. If you are interested or have any questions, please contact nominations@readingtonhsa.com.
     
    FPAC NEWS
    Attention all band / orchestra / chorus parents!: Post a line of encouragement and/or congratulations in your child’s spring concert program! Only $3 per line! Click here to purchase: https://yearbook-ads-and-shoutouts-temp-31238.cheddarup.com. Sale runs from April 1st – 18th. Thank you for supporting the FPAC. 😊