- Readington Middle School
- May 2025
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Important Dates
May 23 - Early Dismissal Day
May 26 - School Closed - Memorial Day
May 28 - Student Council - Six Flags
June 5 - Rising 6th Grade Parent Orientation - 6:00pmNEW! Board of Education Member VacancyThe 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 80, 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 19thPlease CLICK HERE to read a message regarding the administration of this K-8 math and reading assessment.Parent Letter 2022.pdf
Chromebook warning
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 908-534-2874.
Sexual Health Lessons
Sixth, seventh, and eighth grade students currently enrolled in health classes will begin sexual health lessons the week of May 26th. For additional information and details about the opt-out process, please CLICK HERE.
We need Readington Athletic Booster Club Volunteers!
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 Coordinator6th Grade Field Day
Field Day is right around the corner, on June 16, and we are getting excited! We have been helping the teachers put together a day of fun for the kids! The students will be tie-dying t-shirts that day as well as a bunch of other fun games and activities!We need ALL parents to fill out this form for their child. We are also asking for a $15 fee to help cover the costs of t-shirts, tie-dying kits and some treats! Fee: $15 payable by Venmo , CashApp, or cash sent in to RMS in an envelope with your child's name and 6th Grade Field Day on it. Please fill out the form HERE with your child's t-shirt size and information needed. A link for volunteering is also on the Google Form.
RMS May Calendar
RMS April NewsletterFor 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!HSA NEWS7th Grade Field Day - Volunteers Needed7th grade field day is coming up on Tuesday, June 17th (rain date of Wednesday, June 18th). Volunteers are needed to help with the fun stations available for field day. Sign up using this link to help make it a fun day for the students!Clothing Drive Thank YouA 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 ChairJen KohlbergSchool Supplies for 2025/2026 School YearThe 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. ScholarshipThe 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.Questions? Kristin McHale: scholarship@readingtonhsa.com Business Meeting - TOMORROWWe 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#Important Dates
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 FlagsNEW! i-Ready Diagnostic 3 Opens May 19thPlease CLICK HERE to read a message regarding the administration of this K-8 math and reading assessment.Parent Letter 2022.pdf
NEW! Chromebook warning
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 908-534-2874.NEW! Sexual Health Lessons
Sixth, seventh, and eighth grade students currently enrolled in health classes will begin sexual health lessons the week of May 26th. For additional information and details about the opt-out process, please CLICK HERE.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! We need Readington Athletic Booster Club Volunteers!
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 CoordinatorNEW! 6th Grade Field Day
Field Day is right around the corner, on June 16, and we are getting excited! We have been helping the teachers put together a day of fun for the kids! The students will be tie-dying t-shirts that day as well as a bunch of other fun games and activities!We need ALL parents to fill out this form for their child. We are also asking for a $15 fee to help cover the costs of t-shirts, tie-dying kits and some treats! Fee: $15 payable by Venmo , CashApp, or cash sent in to RMS in an envelope with your child's name and 6th Grade Field Day on it. Please fill out the form HERE with your child's t-shirt size and information needed. A link for volunteering is also on the Google Form.
NEW! LOST AND FOUNDAll lost and found items are now on display outside the cafetorium. Please have your student look through all items this week to see if anything belongs to them. These items will be out from Monday 5/12 through Friday 5/16. The school is open from 2:30pm - 4:00pm Monday through Thursday, if you would like to come in and check for any of your child's items as. You can also look through them if you are coming for one of the concerts during the week as well. Any tems left on Friday will be donated. Thank you!RMS May Calendar
RMS April NewsletterFor 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 NEWSChick fil-A Spirit WeekThank 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.Clothing & Used Items DriveThe H.S.A. Spring Clothing Drive is open until 4pm on May 16th. Please click here for additional information on drop-off locations and items accepted.HELP NEEDED to load the donations on Friday afternoon at 4pm. Please click here to sign up!Questions? Jen McNulty: McNulty.J@gmail.comSchool Supplies for 2025/2026 School YearThe 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. ScholarshipThe 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.Questions? Kristin McHale: scholarship@readingtonhsa.com Business MeetingWe 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#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 FlagsNEW! 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! LOST AND FOUNDAll lost and found items are now on display outside the cafetorium. Please have your student look through all the items this week to see if anything belongs to them. These items will be out from Monday 5/12 through Friday 5/16. The school is open from 2:30pm - 4:00pm Monday through Thursday, if you would like to come in and check for any of your child's items. You can also look through them if you are coming to one of the concerts during the week as well. Any items left on Friday will be donated. Thank you!NEW! Honor Your Graduating 8th Grader
It's been a memorable three years! Honor your graduating 8th 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!" 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! BACKPACK and SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE
Girl Scout Troop 80151 will be hosting a backpack and school supply drive out of RMS, from May 7th through 30th, that will benefit families in need across all four schools within our Readington Community! Collection boxes will be located at RMS at the main entrance and bus loop entrance. Please donate newly purchased and/or never-used items. We are collecting backpacks, notebooks (spiral and composition), folders, binders, glue sticks, crayons, pencils, etc. Think of anything from the normally provided school supply lists! More details can be found in the flyer here. Thank you in advance for your contributions!
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!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 5516.01For 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 NEWS
Open positions - H.S.A. Executive CommiteeConsider 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 .
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.Chick-fil-A Spirit WeekWe 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 SchoolTuesday - Holland Brook SchoolWednesday - Three Bridges SchoolThursday - Readington Middle SchoolFriday - PreschoolPlease click here to view the flyer.
*Please contact Kristin McHale at kristinm@readingtonhsa.comwith any questions. Clothing & Used Items DriveThe 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 SchoolCelebrate 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 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.