Respect the Environment:
Remember to wear GREEN on THURSDAY to show respect to our
beautiful planet!
Remember to wear GREEN on THURSDAY to show respect to our
beautiful planet!
Respect Others :
For Wednesday: Remember to wear something attire that
shows something you love to do! Notice what others are
wearing to see what makes them happy!
For Wednesday: Remember to wear something attire that
shows something you love to do! Notice what others are
wearing to see what makes them happy!
Respect Yourself: Wear pajamas or a cozy outfit on Tuesday
as a reminder that everyone should feel safe and comfortable being themselves
as a reminder that everyone should feel safe and comfortable being themselves
HSA Meeting, Friday September 19th, 9am at the Outdoor Classroom, picnic tables located in the back of the school.
Picture Day tomorrow Tuesday September 16th! Wear your best smile!

Somerville Families -
Please note that registration for the Somerville Lego Robotics Program shared in today's e-News will open tomorrow, Wednesday, September 10th at 1:00 pm. Thank you.
Please note that registration for the Somerville Lego Robotics Program shared in today's e-News will open tomorrow, Wednesday, September 10th at 1:00 pm. Thank you.
Reminder! Today is a minimum day.
Dismissal Times for September 2nd
Elementary: 12:45pm
Middle: 12:15pm
High School: 12:27pm
Glen School: 12:45pm
STEPSS: 1:00pm
Dismissal Times for September 2nd
Elementary: 12:45pm
Middle: 12:15pm
High School: 12:27pm
Glen School: 12:45pm
STEPSS: 1:00pm

There is a mandatory Lunch Aide meeting on Tuesday, September 2nd at 12:00pm in the cafeteria for all aides (returning or new) and subs.
Reminder: Doremus Ave will be closed to southbound traffic at Ackerman Ave from 7AM - 4PM. Police will allow cars and buses through to Orchard School, but traffic may be affected. Please allow extra time.
The final phase of Ridgewood Water's project to increase water flow to a low-pressure area will begin on Friday, June 27. A concrete vault to house the new booster pumps on Glen Avenue will be installed on Friday between 12:00 am and 10:00 am.
For the majority of this time, one lane (eastbound) will be open on Glen Avenue between Upper Boulevard and Oak Street. Both lanes will be closed to traffic between 6:00 am and 8:00 am. Detours will be in place, and police officers will be on site to assist drivers. We appreciate your patience as Ridgewood Water undertakes this important work.

Registration for the 2025-2026 AlphaBEST Before and After School Care Program for grades PreK-5 begins Tuesday, June 24th at 9:00 a.m.
For more information visit https://www.rpsnj.us/o/rps/page/alphabest-before-and-after-school-program. For questions, email rknapp@alphabest.org.


TODAY, JUNE 19th: 12:45pm Dismissal
Have a safe and wonderful summer!
June 13th, 3pm: Last Frosty Friday on the BACK playground & Playground Unveiling.
Ice pops are $2 and will be sold on the BACK lawn immediately following dismissal.
We hope to see you there!

Lost and Found: Please be sure to check out the very full Lost and Found for any misplaced items! We will donate the items at the end of the school year.

Calling All Library Books: Please check your backpacks, bookshelves, nightstands, and under the bed for Somerville library books. Reminders for missing books will be going home this week so check your child’s folder if you’re unsure about books that may be unreturned. If you don’t receive a notice, your child’s account is clear! Thank you so much for your help in putting our school library back together!

Today - 11:15 am, 4th and 5th Grade Parent Event , Tim Shoemaker, Navigating the Social Aspects of Technology,
Somerville Gym
FIELD DAY FRIDAY MAY 30th!
TODAY : HSA Meeting, 2pm in Dr. Oates Office
For a Fun Friday Walk - Meet up with your friends on North Van Dien and Wyndemere , 8:20am
Reminder: Tonight at 7:00PM - Superintendent Coffee with Dr. Mark Schwarz. Join us as he shares a recap of District efforts, leading up to the 2025 District Goal Report & State of the Schools Address. We hope that you will join us!

