MAY 28, 2025

Upcoming Important Dates
May 28 - Incoming Grade 4 Parent Night
May 29 - Music Trip to Dorney Park
May 30 - School-wide Assembly
June 2 - Spirit Day - Twin Day: dress like a friend
June 3 - Grade 5 visit to RMS
June 5 - Incoming Grade 6 Parent Orientation at RMS at 6pm
June 6 - HBS 25th Anniversary School-Wide Assembly
June 9 - Grade 4 Field Day at BSC
June 13 - Spirit Day - Neon Day:  wear neon to school
June 17 - Grade 5 Field Day at BSC
 

NEW!  HBS Newsletter - Please use this link to read Dr. Moss’s May edition of the HBS Bobcat Bulletin https://secure.smore.com/n/nasb9-bobcat-bulletin

NEW!  HBS Monthly Calendar - Please click here to view the June calendar.  June Spirit Days

NEW!  Camp Invention Information - Please click here to read about the Camp Invention sign-up for this summer.

NEW!  Library Update - All library materials are due back in the library by Friday, June 13.

Board of Education Member Vacancy - The Readington Township Board of Education is seeking a township resident to fill a board member seat which was recently vacated.  Interested parties should send a letter of interest and resume to Jason Bohm, Board Administrator/Board Secretary, c/o Readington Township Board of Education, P.O. Box 807, Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889 or jbohm@readington.k12.nj.us.  The letter should include qualifications and a brief description of interest in the position.  The deadline for applications is Wednesday, June 4, 2025 @ 4:00 p.m. Please click here for more information.

We need Readington Athletic Booster Club Volunteers!  If you are an incoming 6th grade parent please consider volunteering.  The RABC is Readington Middle School’s non-profit organization that raises funds and provides support to the athletic program.  Any parent who is interested in helping run our Readington Athletic Booster Club, please respond NO LATER THAN Friday May 30TH at 3PM to   loriyukniewicz@gmail.com 
The following positions available are as follows:
Treasurer
Social Media/Communication Coordinator

Already Filled Spots are as follows:
President - Lori Yukniewicz
Vice President - Valerie Pitts
Secretary - Samantha D'Antuono 

Honor Your Incoming 6th Grader - Honor your incoming 6th grader with a book donated to the RMS Library Media Center in their name. We'll include a nameplate on the inside cover of the book proclaiming "I was here first!" and give them the very first check out.  We will also include a star with their name in the LMC--a lasting and visible tribute! It's easy!  Just visit the RMS Adopt-a-Book Wish List on Amazon to send a book directly to RMS.   Books are listed that appeal to gamers, athletes, scientists, performers, readers, nature lovers, and more.  Don't see a fit for your student?  We'll find one!  Contact Mrs. Singer or view the webpage for more information.

READINGTON HSA NEWS
School Supplies for 2025/2026 School Year - The 2025-2026 School Supply Kits are now available to order!!  The sale will be open through the end of June and the kits will be delivered directly to your child's school before September and will be ready when they arrive in their new class!  Click here for kit options at each school.

H.S.A. Scholarship - The Readington Township Home School Association (H.S.A.) is accepting applications from high school seniors and college students for our Annual Scholarship Awards for the upcoming (2025-6) school year! A total of $2,000 in scholarships will be awarded to former Readington Township students this year. Please visit the HSA website for information and to fill out the application.   https://www.readington.k12.nj.us/site/default.aspx…
Questions? Kristin McHale: scholarship@readingtonhsa.com

MAY 21, 2025

Upcoming Important Dates
May 23 - Early Dismissal - Curriculum Day
May 23 - Bobcat Bonanza
May 26 - School Closed - Memorial Day
May 27 - School Opened - Snow Make-up Day
May 27 - WHS Buddy Visit to HBS Grade 4
May 28 - Incoming Grade 4 Parent Night
May 29 - Music Trip to Dorney Park
May 30 - School-wide Assembly 

NEW!  Board of Education Member Vacancy - The Readington Township Board of Education is seeking a township resident to fill a board member seat which was recently vacated.  Interested parties should send a letter of interest and resume to Jason Bohm, Board Administrator/Board Secretary, c/o Readington Township Board of Education, P.O. Box 807, Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889 or jbohm@readington.k12.nj.us.  The letter should include qualifications and a brief description of interest in the position.  The deadline for applications is Wednesday, June 4, 2025 @ 4:00 p.m. Please click here for more information.

i-Ready Diagnostic 3 Opens May 19th Please CLICK HERE to read a message regarding the administration of this K-8 math and reading assessment.

Summer Spark ~ Enrichment Program: 11 Days Left to Register! - Our Summer Spark Program runs this summer July 21-25 and July 28-31. Both weeks offer full or half days, with an optional early drop off at 8:30.  New this year is a combined Cooking/Crafting class the week of July 21 as well as "Run & Games" where Coaches Tipton and Caballero lead kids in fun team games and an introduction into cross country running.  If you see a class that is full, please email SummerEnrichment@readington.k12.nj.us  to get on its waiting list.    See our website and attached flyer for details. Register here when you've selected your fun for this summer.  

We need Readington Athletic Booster Club Volunteers!  If you are an incoming 6th grade parent please consider volunteering.  The RABC is Readington Middle School’s non-profit organization that raises funds and provides support to the athletic program.  Any parent who is interested in helping run our Readington Athletic Booster Club, please respond NO LATER THAN Friday May 30TH at 3PM to   loriyukniewicz@gmail.com 
The following positions available are as follows:
Treasurer
Spirit Wear/Special Events Coordinator
Social Media/Communication Coordinator

Already Filled Spots are as follows:
President - Lori Yukniewicz
Vice President - Valerie Pitts
Secretary - Samantha D'Antuono 

Honor Your Incoming 6th Grader - Honor your incoming 6th grader with a book donated to the RMS Library Media Center in their name. We'll include a nameplate on the inside cover of the book proclaiming "I was here first!" and give them the very first check out.  We will also include a star with their name in the LMC--a lasting and visible tribute! It's easy!  Just visit the RMS Adopt-a-Book Wish List on Amazon to send a book directly to RMS.   Books are listed that appeal to gamers, athletes, scientists, performers, readers, nature lovers, and more.  Don't see a fit for your student?  We'll find one!  Contact Mrs. Singer or view the webpage for more information.

READINGTON HSA NEWS
Clothing Drive Thank You - A big thank you to our Clothing Drive Chair,Jen Kohlberg, for running this event for us!  A note from Jen.... We had another successful Clothing Drive thanks to our wonderful school community. I wanted to say a special thank you to Missy Mest, Val Pitts, Rebecca Cambria, Kristin McHale, Ed Kohlberg and their families for coming to help us load the truck. We couldn’t do it without the support of our volunteers!  Clothing Drive Chair - Jen Kohlberg

School Supplies for 2025/2026 School Year - The 2025-2026 School Supply Kits are now available to order!!  The sale will be open through the end of June and the kits will be delivered directly to your child's school before September and will be ready when they arrive in their new class!  Click here for kit options at each school.

H.S.A. Scholarship - The Readington Township Home School Association (H.S.A.) is accepting applications from high school seniors and college students for our Annual Scholarship Awards for the upcoming (2025-6) school year! A total of $2,000 in scholarships will be awarded to former Readington Township students this year. Please visit the HSA website for information and to fill out the application.   https://www.readington.k12.nj.us/site/default.aspx…
Questions? Kristin McHale: scholarship@readingtonhsa.com

Business Meeting - TOMORROW - We have our last business meeting of the year on May 22nd at 7:00pm.  Below please find the Google Meet link for our virtual meeting:  Video call link: https://meet.google.com/xsc-dbzg-miu

Or dial: ‪(US) +1 918-973-4045‬ PIN: ‪234 323 079‬#

MAY 14, 2025

Upcoming Important Dates
May 12-13, 15-16 - NJSLA Testing (Grade 4 and 5 ELA and Math)
May 19-20 - NJSLA Testing (Grade 5 Science)
May 20 - TBS Buddy Visit to HBS Grade 4
May 20 - HBS Spring Concert at HBS 6PM
May 23 - Early Dismissal - Curriculum Day
May 23 - Bobcat Bonanza
May 26 - School Closed - Memorial Day
May 27 - School Opened - Snow Make-up Day
May 27 - WHS Buddy Visit to HBS Grade 4
May 28 - Incoming Grade 4 Parent Night
May 29 - Music Trip to Dorney Park
May 30 - School-wide Assembly 

NEW!  NJSLA Testing - Testing will continue on  Thursday, May 15 and Friday, May 16 for Grade 4 and Grade 5.  Grade 5 Science testing will take place on Monday, May 19 and Tuesday, May 20. 

NEW!  Field Day T-shirts are now available for purchase. The students have created the design, and you can choose from four different colors. This is an optional purchase and is not required for Field Day.  Please click the link to order your shirt. The deadline to place orders is Sunday, May 18th  https://chillhippo.com/collections/hbs-field-day-2025

NEW!  i-Ready Diagnostic 3 Opens May 19th Please CLICK HERE to read a message regarding the administration of this K-8 math and reading assessment.

NEW!   Technology Update - A troubling trend has recently emerged on social media, encouraging students on ways to intentionally damage their school-issued Chromebooks. We ask families to please remind their children of the importance of ignoring any online videos or challenges that promote tampering with or misusing their devices—especially those that could result in damage or personal injury. We truly appreciate that the vast majority of our students handle their Chromebooks with care and responsibility. We are confident this positive behavior will continue as we move past this latest harmful online trend. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact our Technology Coordinator, Jim Belske, at  jbelske@readington.k12.nj.us or call 908-534-2874.

NEW!  Summer Spark ~ Enrichment Program: 11 Days Left to Register! - Our Summer Spark Program runs this summer July 21-25 and July 28-31. Both weeks offer full or half days, with an optional early drop off at 8:30.  New this year is a combined Cooking/Crafting class the week of July 21 as well as "Run & Games" where Coaches Tipton and Caballero lead kids in fun team games and an introduction into cross country running.  If you see a class that is full, please email SummerEnrichment@readington.k12.nj.us to get on its waiting list.    See our website and attached flyer for details. Register here when you've selected your fun for this summer.  

NEW! - We need Readington Athletic Booster Club Volunteers!  If you are an incoming 6th grade parent please consider volunteering.  The RABC is Readington Middle School’s non-profit organization that raises funds and provides support to the athletic program.  Any parent who is interested in helping run our Readington Athletic Booster Club, please respond NO LATER THAN Friday May 30TH at 3PM to loriyukniewicz@gmail.com.
The following positions available are as follows:
Treasurer
Spirit Wear/Special Events Coordinator
Social Media/Communication Coordinator

HBS and RMS Water Bottle Sale - This year, we will offer HBS Water Bottles for sale to our current 4th-grade students and RMS Water Bottles for sale to our 5th-grade students moving up to RMS.  Please click on the appropriate link to place your order.  HBS Water Bottle Order            RMS Water Bottle Order

Honor Your Incoming 6th Grader - Honor your incoming 6th grader with a book donated to the RMS Library Media Center in their name. We'll include a nameplate on the inside cover of the book proclaiming "I was here first!" and give them the very first check out.  We will also include a star with their name in the LMC--a lasting and visible tribute! It's easy!  Just visit the RMS Adopt-a-Book Wish List on Amazon to send a book directly to RMS.   Books are listed that appeal to gamers, athletes, scientists, performers, readers, nature lovers, and more.  Don't see a fit for your student?  We'll find one!  Contact Mrs. Singer or view the webpage for more information.

Attention Fourth and Fifth Grade Parents: Beginning the week of May 19th, students will participate in a health lesson on Personal Growth and Development. For full details of the lesson and directions on how to opt your child out of this lesson, please CLICK HERE FOURTH and FIFTH. 

READINGTON HSA NEWS
Chick fil-A Spirit Week - Thank you to everyone who joined us to socialize with family, friends, staff, and even some of our school mascots! As always, we appreciate your support for the Readington HSA.

MAY 7, 2025

Upcoming Important Dates
May 5-May 9 - Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week
May 12-13, 15-16 - NJSLA Testing (Grade 4 and 5 ELA and Math)
May 19-20 - NJSLA Testing (Grade 5 Science)
May 20 - TBS Buddy Visit to HBS Grade 4
May 20 - HBS Spring Concert at HBS 6PM
May 23 - Early Dismissal - Curriculum Day
May 23 - Bobcat Bonanza
May 26 - School Closed - Memorial Day
May 27 - School Opened - Snow Make-up Day
May 27 - WHS Buddy Visit to HBS Grade 4
May 28 - Incoming Grade 4 Parent Night
May 29 - Music Trip to Dorney Park
May 30 - School-wide Assembly 

NEW!  NJSLA Testing Next Week - As a reminder, HBS will be administering the NJSLA ELA, Math and Science test beginning next week.  Testing will take place on Monday, May 12 and Tuesday, May 13 and Thursday, May 15 and Friday, May 16 for Grade 4 and Grade 5.  Grade 5 Science testing will take place on Monday, May 19 and Tuesday, May 20. 

NEW!  Field Day T-Shirt Sale - It's that time of year again! Field Day T-shirts will be available to purchase soon. Students have created the design, and there are four colors to choose from. Stay tuned for specific information on how to order in the next few days. Click here to see a preview of the design. 

NEW!  HBS and RMS Water Bottle Sale - This year, we will offer HBS Water Bottles for sale to our current 4th-grade students and RMS Water Bottles for sale to our 5th-grade students moving up to RMS.  Please click on the appropriate link to place your order.  HBS Water Bottle Order            RMS Water Bottle Order

NEW!  Honor Your Incoming 6th Grader - Honor your incoming 6th grader with a book donated to the RMS Library Media Center in their name. We'll include a nameplate on the inside cover of the book proclaiming "I was here first!" and give them the very first check out.  We will also include a star with their name in the LMC--a lasting and visible tribute! It's easy!  Just visit the RMS Adopt-a-Book Wish List on Amazon to send a book directly to RMS.   Books are listed that appeal to gamers, athletes, scientists, performers, readers, nature lovers, and more.  Don't see a fit for your student?  We'll find one!  Contact Mrs. Singer or view the webpage for more information.

NEW!  Attention Fourth and Fifth Grade Parents: Beginning the week of May 19th, students will participate in a health lesson on Personal Growth and Development. For full details of the lesson and directions on how to opt your child out of this lesson, please CLICK HERE FOURTH and FIFTH. 

NEW!  i-Ready Diagnostic 3: The reading and Math Diagnostic testing window will be from May 19th until June 6th. Please CLICK HERE for full details of this K-8 assessment.  

New Jersey Student Learning Assessment - Readington Township students in grades third through 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.

READINGTON HSA NEWS
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 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

Celebrate your graduate with a custom yard sign!  - The signs are a way to celebrate your 3rd grader, 5th grader or 8th grader graduation and are intended for display in a lawn.  They come with a metal stake to put them in the ground and the signs are 18 inches tall by 24 inches wide.  There is one sign per grade or school available for sale.  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.

FPAC NEWS - ATTENTION 4TH-8TH GRADE BAND / ORCHESTRA / CHORUS PARENTS! The FPAC needs snacks, water, and volunteers for the upcoming May concerts. Please click the links to sign up! Thank you for supporting the FPAC.
HBS Snacks Link
RMS SNACKS LINK
SELL REFRESHMENTS