September 2019

Dear Parents, Guardians, and Students:

The staff and administration at the Jefferson School Annex are excited to welcome you back to the 2019-20 school year.  In helping your child experience success in the new school year, it is a good idea to establish routines from the very beginning.  Routines provide support and structure for your child while attending school. Please take the time to review some of these reminders with your child:

1. School begins at 8:30 a.m.  It is important that your child is on time.  A note is required if they arrive after 8:35 a.m.
2. Regular School Attendance is extremely important in helping your child experience success.  Please try to schedule doctor/dental appointments and vacations when school is not in session.
3. There are school safety rules that the children need to follow during the school day in keeping our environment a safe place for everyone.  Please emphasize the importance of following school safety rules with your child. 
4. Personal items including toys and money should be kept at home.  The school cannot be responsible for these things.
5. Students should show RESPECT towards other students, staff and the school environment.  Help keep our school bully-free!
6. Please use trash cans and recycling containers at the school; we strive to keep our environment clean and beautiful.
7. When students are walking to and from school, please emphasize the importance of always listening to the crossing guards; they are there to keep our children safe.
8. Please remind our students to keep off and respect neighbors’ properties when walking to and from school.
9. Homework should be completed in a timely manner and on a consistent basis.  Establish a quiet place at home where your child can do their homework. This will help your child develop good study habits right away. 
10. Parents, please fill out student forms in Parent Portal as soon as possible.  Student forms are extremely important to ensure a safe and smooth school year. 

Your help and support is greatly appreciated with these reminders as we start this new school year.  Staff and Administration are looking forward to working with you in what we expect to be a really great and productive school year ahead.  Please contact the school with any questions that you may have. 

The school calendar will be updated on the school website.

Jefferson School Annex Office:  973-836-4700

Sincerely,

Dr. Yvette Lozanski, Principal, Jefferson School Annex