Category Archives: Schools
A New School Year For Pennsauken PTA
The Pennsauken Zone PTA would like to welcome everyone to the new school year. PTA is dedicated to the education, health, safety and well being of children and youth.
Each individual school has their own local PTA. All of the locals belong to a group called the Pennsauken Zone PTA. The PTAs meet monthly to conduct business and make plans for the coming months. Everyone is encouraged to attend these meetings to find out what’s going on in your school and what you can do to help. Make yourself familiar with PTA planning meetings.
PTA membership enrollment began in September. As a member of the PTA, you are a part of a network of local, state, and national associations that can help you convert your concerns for children into effective action. You can accomplish many important things for your children simply by becoming a member. Watch for flyers being sent home through your school.
In no time, you will be receiving some type of fundraising project for your school PTA. PTAs raise only those funds that are necessary to meet the needs of the year’s activities and projects as outlined in their budget. The safety of our children is our main concern. Children should NEVER go “door to door” with their fundraising! Parental involvement is very important. Take the fundraising flyer to work, ask friends, etc.
The PTA and your children need your support!
Searching For A New School Superintendent
By the Pennsauken Board of Education: Nick Perry, President; Dung Nguyen, Vice President; Armando Diaz; Michael Hurley; Diane Johnson; Allyson Meloni; Leona Moss; Meg Snyder; and Joann Young
The Pennsauken Board of Education is currently gearing up for an extremely important task: the search of a new superintendent to lead the Pennsauken School District.
When Silence Truly Is Golden
Board of Education members must follow strict rules when it comes to discussing certain issues in public. There are several topics that are subject to strict confidentiality. For this purpose, often the Board will convene an “executive session,” where the public is not invited to hear what is being discussed. Even if there is a vote needed on a particular subject as a result of discussions in executive session, anything and everything must be kept confidential. Board votes are always in public, however.
Carson Students Shine At Poetry Awards Night
Carson students received their awards and shared their poetry at the Friends of the Pennsauken Free Public Library’s Poetry Contest Awards Night on June 3. First grade students Yaira Gomez-Torrez and Fatimah Covington, along with second grader Amina Dyer, were outstanding in reciting their award winning poems. Congratulations to these amazing poets!
Baldwin School Holds Annual Fun Day
In June, students at Baldwin School enjoyed a fun day of activities and games as a way to celebrate the end of the school year. Students in Ms. Voorhees’ Pre K class, seen here, are sporting their tie-dye shirts while waiting for snacks.
PHS Indoor Guard Recognized For Atlantic Coast Championship
By Melanie Zayas, AAP Intern
At the June public meeting for Pennsauken’s Township Committee, Mayor Rick Taylor recognized Pennsauken High School’s Indoor Guard with a proclamation for winning the Tournament Indoor Association (TIA) Atlantic Coast Championship, held at the Wildwood Convention Center in early May.
Phifer “24 Game” Math Tourney Winners
Phifer Middle School conducted its annual “24 Game” math tournaments, where several students showcased their amazing mental math skills. The seventh grade finalists were Nancy Nguyen, first place; Yesenia Rivera, second place; Angela Nguyen, third place; and Alex Kreuter (fourth place). The eighth grade finalists were James Horn, first place; Thomas Dyer, second place; Mostsaly Kim, third place; and Jimmy Le, fourth place. Congratulations!
Franklin Elementary Celebrates All Star Readers
Franklin Elementary School took time to celebrate its All Star Readers during a special end-of-year assembly. Students were encouraged to read for at least 15 minutes a day for a whole week. The top two readers from each class had an opportunity to walk the “red carpet” and receive a special certificate, reading medal, book, and book mark. Every student celebrated the joy of reading and promised to keep reading over the summer. Congratulations to Franklin’s All Stars!
Carson Students Blast Off With Space Day
Carson’s annual Space Day was a blast! Fourth grade “scientists” worked collaboratively on the Mars Egg Drop problem solving task; first and second graders created and launched rockets; and students of all grade levels enjoyed their awesome experience visiting the Star Lab. A special thank you to Mrs. Tryon for all her planning and her efforts to make Space Day a success!
Wearing The Important Hat Of Policy Maker
As Board of Education members, we wear many different “hats.” We are accountants during budget times; educators when making important decisions regarding curriculum and instruction; and human resource experts when approving the hiring of new personnel. Thankfully, the Board of Education has the school administration, faculty and staff who inform, support, and guide us as we are taking on each of these different roles. This enables the Board to make knowledgeable decisions regarding the Pennsauken School District, which in turn, helps our schools to run smoothly and our students to be successful.
