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OFRS Students participated in a Mindfulness program with Sue Murphy of 3toBeMe who helped us understand the importance of our mental wellbeing. She introduced breathing tools, monitoring our heartbeat and using positive language and thinking. We look forward to learning more strategies with her next visits!
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REMINDER: District Schools will be closed from March 27-31, for Spring Break. School will resume Monday, April 3.
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We are looking to fill several Substitute School Bus Driver positions. This is a perfect job for a part-time school employee, semi-retired person, a college student, a parent, or someone needing a little extra cash â who can work mornings, afternoons or both. Training will be provided to the right person to obtain a CDL-B school bus driver's license. Training classes are held throughout the year.
The job is a non-contracted substitute position with the Washington Township Schools mainly driving students to/from school, with field and athletic trips available. If desired, the possibility exists to eventually move into a contracted driving position where benefits may be available.
If you, or someone that you know, is interested, please contact the transportation department for more information or apply through the employment section of our schools website, www.wtschools.org, and fill out the application for Substitute School Bus Driver.
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The STEM Expo was a success! We featured graphing and pie charts to track weather patterns in Google Sheets and a cooperative board game created by the Kindergarten students to explore weather patterns and the needs of people using the data from daily weather reports. ðŧ âðĄ
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Check out our very own OFRS Future Chef! Students created culinary creations with their favorite fruit or vegetable dish. Students learned about nutrition, healthy food choices, cooking presentation and math skills in this fun competition. ðĨĶðĐâðģð―
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Aren't we "LUCKY"! OFRS had a ball at our St. Patrick's Day Dance Party. Thank you to our PTO for the swag, music, and fun!
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The District STEM Expo '23 is this Saturday, March 18, 2023 from 1:00-3:00pm at Long Valley Middle School! For a sneak peak of what will be happening at the Expo, view the Activity List at this website: https://sites.google.com/wtschools.org/stem-expo-23/expo-23-activity-list
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The District STEM Expo is this Saturday, March 18th from 1-3 pm at the Long Valley Middle School. Come celebrate NJ STEM Month at this interactive event which will include STEM activities, a showcase of classroom STEM projects and the StarLab, a portable planetarium experience!
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WTSchools: The Referendum Vote is TODAY! Polling locations are open from 1:00 - 8:00pm. We hope we can count on your support!
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WTSchools: The Referendum Vote is tomorrow, March 14, 2023. Polls are open from 1:00 - 8:00pm. We hope we can count on your support!
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WTSchools - District Schools will operate on a 2 hour delayed opening tomorrow, Tuesday, March 14, 2023.
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BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING: Tuesday, March 14, 2023 @ 7:30 pm Long Valley Middle School Performing Arts Center.
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March is Women's History Month. Our librarian, Mrs. Kerpez, has displayed biographies of important women in history for students to explore and each morning, our 5th graders share noteworthy women's history facts over the announcements.
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The District STEM Expo is coming Saturday, March 18 from 1-3pm at LVMS! Try out Challenge #1 on the STEM Expo website: http://www.wtschools.org/stem-expo
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WTSchools: REMINDER: The last Community Forum regarding the Referendum will be held this evening at Flocktown-Kossmann School, in the Flocktown Library at 7 pm. All are welcome!
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OFRS kindergarteners presented their "Musical Informance" and Art Display today. This was a time for families to get a sneak peek into the students' music and art accomplishments over the course of the school year. What a beautiful event! Kindergarteners have heart! âĨâĨâĨ
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The Washington Twp. Recreation Dept. and LVMS students are hosting a Free Adult Technology Assistance Workshop on Tuesday, April 4th. Join some of our students in learning how to better use your cell phone, tablet, or other personal technology devices!
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Come Create with us at the District STEM Expo '23 on Saturday March 18th from 1-3pm at the Long Valley Middle School! Help us Celebrate NJ STEM Month at this fun, interactive event which will include STEM activities, a showcase of classroom STEM projects and the StarLab, a portable planetarium experience! To kick off our event, visit www.wtschools.org/stem-expo and participate in some STEM Challenges at home or in school!
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And that's how Wacky Wednesday began... Grades 5 and 2 enjoyed "Buddy Reading" with our backwards, mismatched, wacky clothing. ðĪŠðð
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Due to the weather conditions, District Schools will be CLOSED today, Tuesday, February 28, 2023.