Here is an update from Friday's early dismissal. Please reach out should you have any questions. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wTp7shdwvQs
We had a successful and safe closure of the building and are putting up the flood wall out of a preponderance of caution, not because water is near the building. The need to close early was caused by the rising Tenakill, which blocks the entry and exit of the parking lot as shown in the photo. Town emergency personnel, our custodians, our teachers, and our building administrators are commended on a job well done today! There was excellent coordination and teamwork. Thank you parents for your cooperation and flexibility as well. Please know that safety is always our priority. Have a restful weekend. The parking lot and building are currently closed until the water subsides.
Please be advised that we will have standing water at the entrance to the school parking lot for drop off due to a damaged drain that is scheduled for repair. We will be setting up pumps but ask you to pack your patience this morning.
Just a reminder that at 6:30 tonight is the rededication of the high school at the main entrance. All are invited to join us as we celebrate the reopening of our middle and high school after we "built back better"!
Come see our giant scissors as our town officials, board of education, and administrators officially rededicate our high school at 6:30 on Thursday evening before the high school back to school night. All are welcome to celebrate with us at the high school entrance.
We are excited for our ribbon cutting and school rededication this Thursday at 6:30 pm. All are welcome to celebrate our comeback! https://www.canva.com/design/DAFvjtFwb5Q/m0SJUCtFuYZs_lRSh1n7mQ/view?utm_content=DAFvjtFwb5Q&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=publishsharelink
Please be advised that the flood walls will be going up at 11:30 this evening due to the incoming storm and the entire high school building except the gym will be closed to students and staff for the long weekend.
Dear Parents,
In collaboration with our parent groups, we translated the health standards into Korean and Hebrew to ensure our parents can make informed decisions for participation. The new timeline for opting out of any health standards is Thursday, September 21st. The link to the translations is below.
With Grateful Service,
Dr. Hughes
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1T50zGklaWmk4xnk9BMsvxeQzbZUyyZOS2UeQt5FLBBU/edit?usp=sharing
CHS Pep Rally, Fall 2023. We are Cresskill! https://vimeo.com/864965741
We are happy to share information about the upcoming 5k run with some of the proceeds going towards our HSA and PTA groups. We hope to see you on the 24th supporting our town and schools! Here is the link to information for the event: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Z7veBTEoW3w1NoZ92uag2i_g_adxsndpUAazxnJvH_k/edit?usp=drivesdk
We are so excited to distribute our Chromebooks tomorrow to middle school students! We are now 1:1 from 6-12!
Please be advised that due to inclement weather and possible flooding, tonight's board of education meeting has been moved to Edward H. Bryan School gym.
Cresskill Middle/High School is seeking kitchen staff and a cook for the 2023-2024 school year. Pay is starting at $16 per hour and interested candidates should reach out to Don Ryan at dryan@cresskillnj.net.
We are excited to partner once again with the YWCA Before and After Care programs to assist with childcare. These are the links to information and to sign-up:
https://ywcannj.org/before-and-after-school/
https://ywcannj.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Registration-for-2023-24-RV-7-10-23-002.pdf
Dr. Hughes is hosting a virtual coffee with the superintendent at 7 PM for those that wish to learn about our District Goals for 2023-2024. All are welcome to join using this link: http://meet.google.com/uqe-ghwo-tua
We are currently seeking kind and caring individuals to serve as classroom aides, supporting some our students as they learn and excel. If you or someone you know is interested in a position, we have immediate availability for meeting them. Please email Dr. Amato at jamato@cresskillnj.net.
I am hosting a Virtual Superintendent Coffee to share the 2023 - 2024 District Goals on August 29th at 7 PM. All are welcome to learn about this year's initiatives.
Here is the link to join the virtual coffee on the evening of the 29th: http://meet.google.com/uqe-ghwo-tua
We are welcoming our new principal, Ms. Peguero, today at 4 PM with a "Popsicles with the Principal" event on the MMS Playground - all are invited to come enjoy a summer treat!
Link to the Popsicles with the Principal Invitation for 4 PM: https://shorturl.at/kyJMT
Dear Cresskill Families,
I am formally kicking off my virtual coffees for the upcoming school year, a way that I use to remain accessible to parents. This is an informal time to learn about our schools and get to know about the initiatives we are undertaking.
Our first coffee is tomorrow evening from 7-8 PM, where I will be introducing our new elementary principal, Ms. Peguero, and discussing some of the elementary goals for the upcoming school year. All elementary parents are welcome to attend. Below are the links.
Also, please mark your calendar for August 29th, when I will be hosting my next coffee to discuss 2023-2024 School District Goals for the year.
Happy Summer,
Dr. Hughes, Your Superintendent of Schools
Here is a link to the invite: https://shorturl.at/bekr3
Here is a link to join the coffee at 7 PM: http://meet.google.com/uqe-ghwo-tua
The same link works for all superintendent coffees!
Dear Cresskill Community,
We moved tomorrow's "Popsicles with the Principal" meet and greet to 4 PM since we received requests that worked better after camps. We hope that his change benefits you. Here is our new flyer: https://www.canva.com/design/DAFnadgAZN4/UGuzcSLUMiF83vBhQJVrLw/view?utm_content=DAFnadgAZN4&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=publishsharelink
Additionally, I will be hosting a superintendent virtual coffee tomorrow evening to introduce Ms. Peguero as well as discuss some of the exciting changes for the new year. All are welcome to attend. Below is information and the link to attend.
With Care,
Dr. Hughes
Virtual Coffee with the Superintendent
Tuesday, August 1 · 7:00 – 8:00pm
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/uqe-ghwo-tua