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Important Dates Reminder
Dec. 5 - Early Dismissal, Staff Professional Development
Dec. 21 - Early Dismissal, Holiday Break
Dec. 24 - Jan. 1 - Schools Closed, Holiday Break
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School Bus Drivers and Substitute
Drivers Needed. Free training and competitive salary. Click on the picture for details.
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Notices from the Superintendent
The Denville Schools 2019-2020 Calendar has been approved and can be viewed on the Calendar tab of the school website or by clicking
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During the week of December 3-7th, Denville students, district wide, will
be participating in the Hour of Code™. Students at the elementary level will be completing activities in both computer science and media classes. Middle school students will be participating in Hour of Code™ activities during their science classes. Click
here for more information.
Please click
here to read an important transportation update regarding the shortage of school bus drivers.
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We are featuring a different school each week to keep you updated on events and happenings
throughout
the district. Please check your individual school's Friday Folders for school specific events.
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Lakeview News
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Friday Folders for Lakeview, Riverview and Valleyview
Riverview School
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Our second graders put on a wonderful Thanksgiving program for their families. They sang songs, recited poems and danced to the delight of their audience. Many of our classes enjoyed Thanksgiving feasts. Thank you for the donations to the classroom feasts. The children had an amazing time celebrating with their friends.
The Hour of Code is a global movement serving over 180 countries in celebration of Computer Science Education Week. Its purpose is to show that computer science is a fundamental skill which anyone can learn by starting with the basics in an hour-long tutorial. Lakeview School got hooked and goes beyond an hour of code throughout the school year by nurturing problem-solving skills, logic, and creativity when we code stories, graphics, games and especially with our Spheros. Every year we still love to do the Hour of Code because it affords our first graders - exposed to computer science for the first time - the opportunity to work with fifth grade mentors, it allows our staff to take a break from their busy day for students to teach their gym teacher how to code, and it connects us with our Denville community when they accept our invitation to learn alongside our students. We look forward to and appreciate the invaluable time spent with all our special guests but most importantly, the Honorable Mayor Andes, "coding with a cop" and our Family Code Night when we get to have our families join in the fun.
Now as temperatures are dropping, students may have more indoor recess days. Fourth and fifth grade students have an opportunity to use these days as an opportunity to participate in Lakeview's Walking Book Club. Students express an interest to their teachers that they would like to participate, and on a rotating basis, they are selected to walk a given path inside the building on indoor recess days as they listen to an audiobook. Our Listening Library collection continues to grow each year with books on tapes, CDs and Playaways.
Please remember students are still outside during recess weather permitting. Since the weather is turner colder, it is important to dress your child appropriately for the colder weather. Their time outside is more enjoyable, if they are dressed for the weather.
Our Lakeview Lions enjoyed an assembly "Drumming Up Character" which is a powerful character education program that combines ensemble drumming, dancing, character rap songs and the performing arts. All of the students had an opportunity to actively participate in this innovative program. Even our teachers enjoyed drumming to the character rap songs. Special thanks to Ms. Fries for organizing this even and our PTA for sponsoring it.
As we end this calendar year, we will continue to focus on good citizenship, tolerance and understanding of others. The school counselors, teachers, and staff help students develop strategies to effectively deal with conflicts through the use of "I" statements and enhancing the students' abilities to communicate their feelings in a positive way without placing blame or name calling. These skills go a long way in making the school community as well as the playground a positive learning environment. Lakeview remains committed to support our citizens in a considerate and respectful manner. Learning how to communicate thoughts and feelings effectively, and how to listen to others, are essential life-skills that need continual practice. Reinforcement at home of these skills enable the students to internalize these strategies.
Don't miss Family Code Night on December 6th from 6:30 - 7:30 and the Holiday Gift Shop on December 7th and 8th.
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Denville Township Annual Toy Drive
Denville Social Services is partnering with Denville Boy Scout Troop 118 to collect new, unwrapped toys for Denville kids in need. Drop off toys to local businesses and the town hall now through Dec. 14th. Click here for a list of drop off locations.
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YMCA Holiday Break Mini Camps and Clinics
The Lakeland Hills YMCA is offering Mini Camps and Clinics on December 27-28 for children 6-12. Makerspace and Sports clinics will be offered. Register by December 21st. Click on the logo for details.
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The Winter Fun Fest to benefit the Interfatih Food Pantry will be held on Dec. 8th from 9:30 AM - 1 PM at Zeris Inn. Enjoy crafts, games, refreshments and pictures with Santa. The cost of admission is one non perishable food item. Click on the picture for details.
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Christmas Trees and More For Sale
The Ayres/Knuth Farm Foundation is holding its annual fundraiser at Union Hill Farms. Christmas trees, wreaths, gifts and more will be for sale. The sale will be held on weekends from Nov. 30 - Dec. 17. Click the picture for details.
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Denville Social Services is launching its annual Adopt a Family Program. This program assists Denville families and seniors experiencing financial hardship during the holidays. Please click here for more information on how to get involved.
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The Flu: A Guide for Parents
Please review this Flu information Guide for Parents from the CDC. It provides information for parents on how to protect your child from the Flu and what to do if your child gets sick. Click on the picture for details.
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HUB Soccer Winter Indoor Session
Registration is now open for HUB Soccer of Denville's Winter Indoor Session. Pre-K-6th grade can register and games will be played in the MKHS gym. The session starts on Sunday, Jan. 6th. Please click on the picture for details. Click here for the registration website.
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Denville Recreation Offering Two Classes
Denville Recreation is offering two classes for children this winter. Artist Studio is an introduction to fine arts, available to children in Grades 3 - 8. Click here for details. Music Theater, which introduces children to acting, singing and dancing will also be offered for children in Grades 2 - 6. Click here for information and registration.
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Open Houses for the Center for Pre-College Programs
NJIT will be hosting open houses for middle and high school students and parents. There will be an open house on January 12, click here for information. A second open house will be held on March 23, click here for details. NJIT is also offering an open house for teachers and principals on January 24, click here for details.
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Denville Township Schools in the News
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Denville Board of Education Meeting
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The Denville Board of Education held its meeting on November 26, 2018. Click the image to the right to view the meeting. Below is a link for information on upcoming meetings.
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Contact Us
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Transportation questions?
Phone: 973-983-6530 ext 2427.
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Job Opportunities with the Denville Board of Education
Click the link to the right to see current openings with the Denville Board of Education.
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