June 29, 2021
4th of July Parade Info
June 25, 2021
4th of July - Digital photo specifications
June 24, 2021
New info on the 4th of July Float
June 22, 2021
HSA Enrichment 2020-21
HSA volunteer opportunities
Order your School Supply kits by July 1
Book Swap thank you
Summer Enrichment with Dancing Panda Fundraiser
June 21, 2021
The Travell 4th of July t-shirt order has been finalized and submitted. No more orders are being accepted. Please DO NOT send anymore orders or payments. Refunds may be delayed if funds are submitted.
Dear Travell Families,
Our field will be closed at 1:30 pm today so that the HSA can set up for the yearbook party. The party will now run from 5 pm - 7 pm.
Thank you for your flexibility.
Sincerely,
Dear Travell Families,
The last week of school is almost here! Thank you for all of your support this year! Fifth grade parents: younger siblings may attend Tuesday morning's promotion ceremony. Simply send an email to your child's classroom teacher granting permission to attend. We will release your child to the basketball court or gym, depending on the weather.
Have a wonderful weekend.
Sincerely,
June 15, 2021
School Events:
Book Swap is here
Get involved at Travell for 2021-22
Volunteer Fair
Calendar Raffle Winners
Scoop Night Reminder-Check out who is scooping!
Get your 4th of July t-shirts
Last call for yearbooks
Check out our new Storywalk Book
June 14, 2021
Book Swap is here 2021!
June 11, 2021
Order your 4th of July "Stronger Together" Travell t-shirt
June 8, 2021
All afternoon meetings will be cancelled on 6/18 and 6/21. Classroom teachers and specialists will use the afternoons of 6/18 and 6/21 for articulation and grade-level/specialist meetings. Students will be dismissed for the year at 12:45 pm on 6/22.
School Events:
Travell Virtual Art Show
Scoop Night- order by June 9
Volunteer Coffee this Friday
4th of July T - shirt flyer
Travell farm shares: sign up on June 9
Book Swap
Ms. A scrapbook
Community Events:
RPL Summer Reading Club 2021
GW/BF Film Festival
June 7, 2021
Special note for Monday, June 7:
The Travell field will be closed for the afternoon at 1:30 pm for the javelin throw at this afternoon's track meet.
Field Day for grades K-2 is postponed until Thursday, June 10 for inclement weather expected tomorrow.
As of this morning, Field Day for grades 3-5 remains scheduled for Wednesday, June 9.
June 1, 2021
Dear Travell Families,
Happy June! I hope you are ready for the end of the year. Here's a quick snapshot of the month:
Grade 3-5 Reading and Math Assessments
Students in grades 3 through 5 will be participating in an online math and reading assessment in
the course of the next couple of weeks. This is a district pilot with a new software platform, and
we will determine if this program is one that we would like to adopt based on teacher
feedback and our students' experience.
June 8: Field Day, K-2 (Rain Date: June 10)
June 9: Field Day, 3-5 (Rain Date: June 11)
Thursday, June 17: Fifth Grade Trip to Graydon, 12:00-3:00 (Rain Date: Friday, June 18)
Monday, June 21: Fifth Grade Recognition, 9:15 - Detailed information to come
(Rain Date: Tuesday, June 22)
Tuesday, June 22: Fifth Grade Clap Out - More information to come
Tuesday, June 22: Last Day of School
Best,
Brian Ross
SCHOOL EVENTS:
Mandela Art Fundraiser
OSOB Ruby Bridges Contest Winners
Looking for volunteers for Recognition
Book Swap June 15-17
Travell CSA
Scoop Night is back
Ms. Antonellis is retiring!
Get your school supply kits
Purchase your yearbooks!
COMMUNITY EVENTS:
AlphaBEST extended day care for 2021/2022
Summer Volleyball Clinic
Michael Feeney's Best Day Ever event
Hello Travell families!
Happy first day of June!
FIELD DAY is right around the corner so here are some things you need to know:
Field day is going to consist of 1 hour grade level sections across two days of school. There will be 6 stations of physically active, little equipment, socially distanced activities. The rest of that day is a normal school day for students
Schedule:
Tuesday, June 8: (rain date June 10)
Grade 2- 9:00-10:00
Grade 1- 10:00-11:00
Grade K- 11:00-12:00
Wednesday, June 9: (rain date June 11)
Grade 3- 9:00-10:00
Grade 4- 10:00-11:00
Grade 5- 11:00-12:00
We do not need parent volunteers this year due to the size of the groups and the amount of children participating at one time.
Here is how you can help this year:
1. Make sure your child has water and a snack for themselves on their specific day.
2. Have your child dress in Travell spirit wear or the colors blue and yellow to show our school spirit.
3. Speak to your child about proper social distancing and keeping their mask on while playing, and sanitizing their hands at each station (sanitizer will be provided).
4. We are still doing our famous ice pop station this year. While they eat- they will be sitting 6 feet apart on the basketball court listening to a presentation from our school safety officer, Sean Amoruso, from the RPD. If you have any allergy or dietary concerns -please reach out to our school nurse Lisa Grabinski.
Feel free to reach out with any questions! Thank you!
-Livia
May 25, 2021
SCHOOL EVENTS:
Mandela Art fundraiser order due by June 7
Ben & Jerry's Scoop Night is back
Ms. A retirement scrapbook
Sign up for Travell School Farm Shares (CSA)
Buy your yearbooks!
Book Swap is coming
Travell International Expo:
You did it! Expedition Prize pick-up
Test your knowledge - Kahoot challenge grades K-2
Test your knowledge - Kahoot challenge grades 3-5
COMMUNITY EVENTS:
Ridgewood Junior Cheerleading
Girls Basketball Camp
Cooperstown or Bust: No Cook Fundraiser
REACH program
Asian Festival Benefit
May 21, 2021
Travell International Expo for the weekend:
This week's Tiger clue & Expedition Update from Mr. Ross
Updated Map, Instructions & Passport
Join in! Still time to participate - Expedition sign-up
Buy your Expedition T-shirt today!
You did it! Expedition Prize pick-up
May 20, 2021
From the Health Office:
We have seen several cases of a stomach virus in school this week. Please pay close attention if your child complains of nausea. As always, student must remain home from school until at least 24 hours since the last episode of vomiting.
Please continue to help us prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Remember to wear a mask, watch your distance, and wash your hands.
When reporting an absence for your child, please list their specific symptoms.
Our daily symptom checker survey can help in determining whether or not your child should attend school or other activities. Contact your school nurse for additional guidance.
If your child gets tested for COVID-19, please let the school nurse know and send the results to lgrabinski@ridegwood.k12.nj.us
Follow Quarantine/Isolation Guidelines.
If you are quarantining due to an exposure or travel, do not participate in any outside activities. Stay home and maintain distance from family members as much as possible. Please notify your school nurse if you have been exposed or you plan to travel.
If you are isolating because you tested positive, do not participate in any outside activities. Stay home for at least 10 days and isolate away from family members so that they do not get sick.
Thank you for everything you do to help keep our community healthy and safe!
May 18, 2021
SCHOOL EVENTS:
It's the LAST call for Spring Spirit Wear
Live-stream High School Musical Virtual Show!
Purchase your YEARBOOKS on Community Pass
Order your School Supply Kits for September 2021
Book Swap
Online Art Shop is open
International Expo Flyers:
- Join in! It's not too late to participate - Expedition sign-up
- Test your knowledge - Kahoot challenge grades K-2
- Test your knowledge - Kahoot challenge grades 3-5
- Still available, buy your Expedition T-shirt
- You did it! Expedition Prize pick-up
COMMUNITY EVENTS:
RHS Cheer Car Wash
Parent Education Event on Vaping
The Ridgewood Library:
- College Funding Workshop
- College Admissions
- Successful Study Skills
May 14, 2021
International Expo for today:
This week's Tiger Clue & Expedition Update from Mr. Ross
Updated Map, Instructions & Passport
Join in! You can still participate - Expedition sign-up
Buy your Expedition T-shirt today!
May 12, 2021
REMINDER: All RPS schools are closed tomorrow (Thursday, May 13) for Eid al-Fitr. Schools are open on Friday, May 14.
May 11, 2021
From the Health Office:
Please continue to help us prevent to spread of COVID-19. Remember to wear a mask, watch your distance, and wash your hands.
When reporting an absence for your child, please list their specific symptoms.
Our daily symptom checker survey can help in determining whether or not your child should attend school or other activities. Contact your school nurse for additional guidance.
If your child gets tested for COVID-19, please let the school nurse know and send the results to lgrabinski@ridgewood.k12.nj.us
Follow Quarantine/Isolation Guidelines.
If you are quarantining due to an exposure or travel, do not participate in any outside activities. Stay home and maintain distance from family members as much as possible. Please notify your school nurse if you have been exposed or you plan to travel.
If you are isolating because you tested positive, do not participate in any outside activities. Stay home for at least 10 days and isolate away from family members so that they do not get sick.
Thank you for everything you do to help keep our community healthy and safe!
SCHOOL EVENTS:
Buy your Travell Yearbook!
Spring & Summer Spirit Wear
1st Day of School Supply Kits now available
Book Swap is coming
Travell Online Art Store is open
May General HSA Meeting - May 19 @ 7-9 pm
Travell International Expo:
* Join in! Not too late to participate - Expedition sign-up
* Test your knowledge - Kahoot challenge grades K-2
* Test your knowledge - Kahoot challenge grades 3-5
* Still available...buy your Expedition T-shirt
COMMUNITY EVENTS:
Jr. New Players Company
May 7, 2021
Dear Travell Families,
Please note the following health and safety reminders:
--Masks must be worn at all times on school grounds, whether indoors or outdoors. There will be no exceptions.
--Please continue to keep dogs off of school property. Again, this is for the safety of people and pups.
--Ms. Grabinski has sent out important information about allergies and Covid testing. Please follow up with Ms. Grabinski if you have any questions regarding those procedures.
Have a great weekend.
Sincerely,
* This week's Tiger Clue & Expedition update from Mr.Ross
* Updated Map, Instructions & Passport
* Join in! It's not too late to participate: Expedition Sign-up
* Buy your Expedition T-shirt today!
May 4, 2021
SCHOOL EVENTS:
Last Call for Yearbook Photos
Catch the Travell Tiger on May Fridays
Author visit fundraiser extended to May 7
One School One Book Photography and Poetry Contest
Spring & Summer Spirit Wear
Toiletry Tuesday - extended to May 7
Safety Reminder & Idle-Free Pledge
Travell 4th of July Float
TRAVELL INTERNATIONAL EXPO INFORMATION:
- Please join in! Expedition Sign-Up
- Kahoot Challenge for grades K-2
- Kahoot Challenge for grades 3-5
- Buy an expedition T-shirt
COMMUNITY EVENTS:
RHS Orchestra Fundraiser
Ridgewood Crew No Cook Fundraiser
RHS Baseball Car Wash
April 30, 2021
Hello Travell Families,
Please read new information for the Travell International Expo!
April 27, 2021
Dear Travell Families,
May is almost here! Please take note of the following reminders:
--The cutout on Bogert is not to be used for drop-off unless you have a handicapped permit.
--Please keep dogs off of all school grounds (fields, playground, cutout, entrances, etc.). Following this rule keeps our human and canine friends safe!
--Please send your child to school each day with a charged Chromebook. Our main office does not have the ability to charge student Chromebooks during the day.
Thank you!
Send in your Mandela template
Travell 4th of July Float
Take the Idle-Free Pledge
Patricia Engel Infinite Country Author Fundraiser
One School One Book Photography and Poetry Contest
COMMUNITY EVENTS:
Junior Football Association
FAN shooter shirt Boys LAX fundraiser
Wood for Wood Boys LAX fundraiser
April 23, 2021
Please review the following information for the Travell International Expo:
* Tiger Clue & Expedition Update from Mr. Ross
* Updated Map, Instructions & Passport
* Join in! It's not too late to participate - Expedition Sign-up
* Buy your Expedition T-shirt
April 20, 2021
International Expo:
Updated Expedition sign-up
Kahoot Challenge grades K-2
Kahoot Challenge grades 3-5
Expedition T-shirts for sale
Idle-Free Pledge at Travell
Christina Geist K-1 Author Visit
Patricia Engel Fundraiser
No Cook Fundraiser
General HSA Meeting Agenda w/zoom info
Travell Tile Mural
RHS Soccer Fundraiser
Toiletry Tuesday - May 4
April 16, 2021
International Expo for upcoming weekend:
April 13, 2021
Ruby Bridges Author Visit
Reading Marathon Bookmark Contest winners
Travell Tile Mural
Exec Board members for 2021-2022 school year
Travell Car Magnet
Clothing Drive volunteers needed
Spring Clean Closets fundraiser
Travell International Expo Expedition
International Expo Kahoot challenge
No Cook NIght w/Park Wood Deli
Middle School Summer Enrichment Program
Styrofoam Collection Drive
Bike Safety Event
RHS New Players Macbeth
April 9, 2021
International Expo Map & Passport for this weekend
Sign up for International Expo Expedition
April 6, 2021
Sign up for International Expo Expedition
Travell Tile Mural
Calendar Raffle Winners
April 21st General HSA Meeting
Spring Clean Closets fundraiser
No Cook Night w/Park Wood Deli
FOM Virtual Acting Workshop for Singers
NJ Primary Election
March 25, 2021
Please review the Spring Break Reminders from Travell Health Office
March 23, 2021
The NJDOE has announced that the NJSLA assessments will be administered this year. The NJDOE shared information that while they were applying for a federal waiver that will be submitted on March 19, the federal government has up to 120 days to respond to the waiver request. If the federal government does not respond promptly, or if this waiver is denied, that state must prepare for all contingencies and take concrete next steps to implement state testing.
While the NJDOE has indicated that statewide administration will be significantly amended, additional specific details are still under discussion. Testing windows will be open from May 3 to June 11.
Spring Break Reminders from the Health Office
Friends of Travell Calendar Raffle
Sign up for International Expo Expedition
Check out StoryWalk
Earth Hour 2021
AlphaBEST extended day care
"Roller" Skate Night for grade 5
RHS Boys Lacrosse Annual Car Wash
March 17, 2021
It's time to order your International EXPO t-shirts!
March 16, 2021
Friends of Travell Calendar Raffle tickets
International EXPO Expedition sign up
Check out STORYWALK at Travell
Follow HSA
Ridgewood Library Author Visit
Summer Jr. New Players program
RBSA All Star Announcement
Styrofoam Collection Drive
March 10, 2021
Dear Travell Families,
Please support Travell by participating in the Friends of Travell Spring 2021 Calendar Raffle. Tickets will be sold from 12:30pm-1:00pm on Thursday, 3/11, Friday, 3/12, and Monday-Friday, 3/15-3/19. Tables will be set up outside the main entrance (Bogert Ave.) and the 1st/4th grade entrance (Fairfield Ave.).
Sincerely,
Brian Ross
March 9, 2021
Travell High Risk Protocol
Travell School Spirit Week
Where in the World is Travell Tiger? Sign up for Expo!
Kimchi Smoke Fundraiser
Get strong with CKO and raise money for Travell!
Green Team meeting on Thurs
Storywalk at Travell
Stay connected with Travell HSA
Ridgewood Crew Fundraiser
March 5, 2021
Health Office Update:
Due to a high number of cases in our region, as of this week we remain at the high risk designation. Please remember the importance of these primary prevention measures in keeping our community safe:
1. Wearing a well-fitting mask over your nose and mouth. How do I care for my mask? Disposable masks are single use only. Do not reuse these masks. Fabric masks must be washed daily. Keep an extra mask with you.
2. Keep your distance. Maintain at least 6 feet of space between yourself and those who do not live in your household. Masks or plexiglass barriers are not a substitute for social distancing.
3. Wash your hands often. Scrub for at least 20 seconds. After coughing or sneezing, wash your hands immediately. If handwashing is not immediately available, use hand sanitizer.
4. Stay home if you are sick. Our symptom checker survey can help in determining whether or not your child should attend school or other activities. Reach out to your school nurse for guidance.
5. Follow Quarantine/Isolation Guidelines. If you are quarantining due to an exposure, do not participate in any activities outside the home. Stay home for 14 days and maintain distance from family members as much as possible. If you are isolating because you tested positive, do not participate in any outside activities. Stay home and isolate away from family members so that they do not get sick.
Thank you for everything you do to help keep our community healthy and safe!
March 2, 2021
From the Health Office:
If you are quarantining, you may not come to school for any reason. A neighbor or friend must
pick up any necessary supplies for you.
If you have been notified that your child was exposed to someone who was COVID positive,
please contact Ms. Grabinski as soon as possible.
If anyone in your household is symptomatic, all children must remain out of school until a
negative COVID test result is received.
Please call the absence line and give detailed symptom information if your child is ill and will not
be attending school or signing in for their virtual classes. Call 201.444.8225 any time day or
night to leave a message.
All non-essential travel is strongly discouraged. If you plan on traveling outside of the immediate
area (NJ, NY, CT, DE, PA), you will be required to quarantine for 14 days. Per our local health
department, a negative test is not a substitute for a full 14 day quarantine . Please let the nurse
know if you need to travel for any reason.
Thank you for doing your part to help keep our community safe and healthy!
Friends of Travell Calendar Raffle
Kimchi Smoke Fundraiser
CKO Kids Kickboxing Fundraiser
Science Fair t-shirts
Super Science Saturday
Travell Yearbook needs pictures
Bookmark Contest due March 5
Reading Marathon forms due March 5
Winterfest
HSA Exec Board is recruiting
Travell Green Committee
Reel Voices True Justice
Girls' travel softball try-out information
February 23, 2021
Please drop off students' drawings for the Montefiore Nyack Hospital by Friday, Feb 26. They will be displayed on the ICU walls to lift the spirits of staff and patients. Thank you.
Super Science Saturday
Reading Marathon Spotlight: Mrs. A
Reading Marathon Events
Bookmark Contest
Winterfest
HSA is recruiting for next year's Board
Girls Lacrosse Clinic
Youth Ice Hockey registration
Recreational Softball Program
Recreational Baseball Program
Pre-Kindergarten Kickball Program
Coaches vs. Cancer
February 19, 2021
Super Science Saturday
February 18, 2021
Hello Travell Families,
Please follow the attached schedule for tomorrow's remote learning day.
February 17, 2021
Dear Travell Families,
Due to the inclement weather, all Ridgewood Public Schools will pivot to remote learning tomorrow, Thursday, February 18. All afterschool activities are canceled.
Be safe and have fun playing in the snow!
Warm regards,
Brian Ross
Thank you Travell!
Reading Marathon Spotlight with Ms. Lauro
Reading Marathon Bookmark Contest
Last Call for Science Fair Signups
5th Grade Drama Club
Winterfest
5th Grade TICTOC Art Contest
Super Science Saturday
Sign up for the KIDS HEART CHALLENGE! (the grade level that has the most sign ups will win an Amazon gift card for their classroom!)
Track your miles: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfIHXvjxpmu7D0qANuI8ak4vBzNwtuLPzI1jDKA6omEH0HswA/viewform
February 11, 2021
Hello Travell Families,
Dr. Besher Kabak, the ICU Medical Director at the Montefiore Nyack Hospital, and a current Travell parent, has reached out to the Travell community with a special request. The hospital would like to post children's drawings on the ICU walls to lift the spirits of staff and patients.
If you wish to participate and have your own personal drawings of anything you enjoy drawing included in their exhibits, please drop them off in the Main Office by FRIDAY, Feb 19th.
Thank you!
Mrs. Mead and Mrs. James
February 10, 2021
Travell's Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee wish to share the attached DEI deck as a parent resource to our community. They have worked hard during the past several months to provide many opportunities in the Arts, Sports, Reading and Music.
DEI Educational Resources
February 9, 2021
From the Health Office:
If you plan on traveling outside of the immediate area (NJ, NY, CT, DE, PA), you will be required
to quarantine for 14 days. Per our local health department, a negative test is not a substitute for
a full 14 day quarantine . Please let the nurse know of your plans for traveling over the break and
your return date by Thursday February 11th.
If you are quarantining, a neighbor or friend must pick up any supplies for you from school.
If you have been notified that your child had possible exposure to someone who was COVID
positive, please contact Ms. Grabinski.
Please call the absence line and give detailed symptom information if your child is ill and will not
be attending school or signing on to their virtual classes. Call 201.444.8225 any time day or
night to leave a message.
Please note, if anyone in your household is symptomatic, all children must remain out of school
until a negative test result is received.
Thank you for doing your part to help keep our community safe and healthy!
Attention KINDERGARTEN parents
5th grade Drama Club
Science Fair sign up
Chocolate Etc Fundraiser Feb 11
Reading Marathon Spotlight: Travell Tiger
REF Winterfest
TICTOC 5th grade Art Contest
Care Plus Parent Workshop Series
https://forms.gle/7Eu5ik39sVn3F7Uq7 -- TRACK YOUR MILES to help Travell travel across America for heart health!!
https://www2.heart.org/site/SPageNavi... -- SIGN UP FOR THE KIDS HEART CHALLENGE! Choose MOVE MORE as your challenge!
February 4, 2021
Tomorrow is FOOTBALL FRIDAY! Wear your favorite football jersey at home or in school to celebrate the big Super Bowl Game coming up on Sunday!!
February 2, 2021
January 26, 2021
Dear Travell Families,
We're almost through January! Half the school year has flown by, and we've been successful thanks to the efforts of our students, parents, and staff. Thank you all for being so committed to making our remote and hybrid experiences so positive. Additionally, thank you for continuing to follow our safety protocols and procedures.
Please continue to wear masks, wash hands, and practice social distancing. There is light at the end of the tunnel, but we must stay strong and focused on keeping ourselves and our community healthy.
Stay warm. Stay safe.
Sincerely,
Brian Ross
From the Health Office:
If you have been notified that your child had possible exposure to someone who was COVID positive, please contact Ms. Grabinski.
Please call the absence line and give detailed symptom information if your child is ill and will not
be attending school or signing on to their virtual classes. Call 201.444.8225 any time day or
night to leave a message.
Thank you for doing your part to help keep our community safe and healthy!
Kindergarten Registration 2021
TRAVELL is TRAVELING ACROSS AMERICA!
Last call to sign up for EXPO
Reading Marathon starts February 1
Send Valentines with the Girl Scouts
Best of Everything Fundraiser
Chocolate Fundraiser
Friends of Music Concert - NEW DATE
JAMBOREE next week
RHS Band Citrus Sale
Food Drive for local pantries
Dr. Graham Erwin program on Wednesday
January 19, 2021
Dear Travell Families,
Welcome back to the building!
Please remember that every Friday is a Travell/Ridgewood Spirit Day. Whether your child is in the building, at home for the day, or on the remote model, we want to see those Travell or Ridgewood colors!
Let's continue to have a great January!
Sincerely,
Brian Ross
From the Health Office:
Please communicate with Ms. Grabinski about illness or exposure in the household or travel plans.
Travel still requires a 14 day quarantine. If you have traveled outside the immediate area (NY, CT, PA, DE) please let us know the date you returned home.
Please call the absence line and give detailed symptom information if your child is ill and will not
be attending school or signing on to their virtual classes. Call 201.444.8225 any time day or
night to leave a message.
Thank you for doing your part to help keep our community safe and healthy!
Kindergarten Registration 2021
LAST CHANCE to order from Rod Bolton!
Register for International Expo
Expo Video Editing Workshop
Science Fair Brainstorming meeting tonight
Best of Everything fundraiser
Raise Right January update
Chocolate Etc. fundraiser
Friends of Music Concert
Jamboree 2021
January 12, 2021
Dear Travell Families,
Please remember that students on the hybrid model will return to Travell on Tuesday, January 19,
beginning with the L-Z cohort. You can find the schedule for January and February on our website. Hybrid model teachers will remind students of the specifics of their daily schedules. Students on the remote model will continue with their normal schedules. Please note that district schools are closed on Monday, January 18, to observe Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Stay warm!
Sincerely,
Brian Ross
Kindergarten Registration 2021
Does your child need extra help in math? Check out helpinghandsrw.com. Registration: https://forms.gle/LkVZs1nBfkcXQAGo8
From the Health Office:
Please continue to communicate with Ms. Grabinski about illness or exposure in the household or travel plans while we are on the remote learning schedule.
Travel still requires a 14 day quarantine. If you have traveled outside the immediate area (NY, CT, PA, DE) please let us know the date you returned home.
Please also continue to call the absence line and give detailed symptom information if your child is ill and will not be signing in for class. Call 201.444.8225 any time day or night to leave a message.
Thank you for doing your part to help keep our community safe and healthy!
Cookie Fundraiser
Last call for Wine & Cheese Event
No Cook Night w/ Best of Everything
General HSA meeting: Zoom and agenda
Raise Right January Update
Science Fair Brainstorming meeting
Jamboree Raffle
Friends of Music Concert
MLK Service Weekend
Ridgewood Lacrosse
January 6, 2021
Message From Mr. Ross About His Absence During the Month of February
January 5, 2021
Dear Travell Families,
Happy New Year! I hope you had a wonderful holiday season. Please note the following reminders:
--Travell will reopen for in-person learning on Tuesday, January 19. Until then, all hybrid classes will be taught remotely. You can view the January 4-15 hybrid remote schedule here.
--Please remember to call the absence verification number any time your children will miss school or sign in late. Even though students are learning from home, we continue to take attendance each morning. Additionally, we will follow up with families during the day if students are not visible during lessons.
Thank you for your continued diligence in following safety protocols. We look forward to seeing you in person soon!
Sincerely,
December 22, 2020
Dear Travell Families,
Happy holidays! Thank you for all you have done for your children, our staff, and our school community. Have a safe, healthy, happy vacation. All the best to you in 2021!
Sincerely,
Brian Ross
Santa on the Firetruck
Helping Hands Ridgewood
Catchy Fundraiser
Girl Scouts Shoe Drive
Raise Right E-cards
Grand Finale for The Wild Robot
December 21, 2020
Safety Reminders regarding Winter Break:
Nonessential travel is strongly discouraged at this time. The safest way to celebrate is with members of your household only. If anyone in your home is showing symptoms, all members of the household must remain home until the symptomatic individual receives either a negative COVID-19 test or an alternative diagnosis from a healthcare provider.
If you do plan to travel, you must quarantine for 14 days upon your return. (You should also quarantine for 14 days upon arrival at your destination per CDC). The incubation period of the coronavirus remains 14 days, and our local Health Department has advised our school district to continue this important practice for the safety of our community. A negative test result does not reduce the required quarantine time period.
Please inform the school nurse of your intent to travel by 12/23 and specify the date you will be returning. You will be given a date for your return to school after the quarantine period has been met (as long as no one in the home develops symptoms during that time).
Please note:
Individuals who are quarantining either due to travel or possible exposure may not pick up/drop off supplies from school.
Please continue to communicate information about symptoms, testing, and possible exposure to your school nurse via email over the winter break. Time sensitive emails will be periodically reviewed and responded to as needed. Stay safe and have a wonderful winter break!
December 16, 2020
Dear Travell Families,
Please see this updated link for Friday's schedule. Note that the 1:30 check-ins are cancelled. Instead, all students and families are invited to join Mr. Polanin's holiday sing-along at 2:00!
Best,
Brian Ross
Please note:
The Travell International Expo zoom meeting scheduled for Thursday morning has been CANCELED due to the snowstorm.
December 15, 2020
Dear Travell Families,
Please join our awesome music teacher, Mr. Steve Polanin, for a holiday sing along this Friday afternoon!
Travell Virtual Holiday Sing-Along!
Tune in on YouTube, Friday Dec 18 @ 2pm
Additionally, please note that Wednesday, December 23, is a minimum day (12:45 p.m. dismissal). There will be no afternoon meetings or check-ins. Attendance for the at-home hybrid group (L-Z) will be taken during the live stream session.
Stay safe!
Brian Ross
Need math help?
Helping Hands Ridgewood is a group of volunteer students who formed a club at the high school with a goal of providing extra help in math for elementary school students. Last school year, after the sudden switch from in-person to virtual learning, there was a growing concern of students falling behind in school. We understand that virtual safety is a concern, and we will do everything we can to ensure a friendly but mature environment. As of right now, we hope to launch our full Office Hours program on Monday, January 4. More details will be sent closer to the date. We look forward to working with you soon!
If you have any questions, please email: 05spatil@ridgewood.k12.nj.us
Rod Bolton Class Photos Sale
Tae Kwon Do virtual class
Catchy Fundraiser
International Expo meeting
Raise Right gift cards
Ridgewood Crew Winter Fundraiser
December 8, 2020
Dear Travell Families,
Please enjoy the latest installment in our Parent Academy series:
Parent Academy #6: Supporting Flexible Thinking in Your Child
Last week to donate...Social Services Holiday Gift Drive
Catchy Fundraiser
Virtual Tae Kwon Do
Raise Right gift card
Amazon Smile for Travell
Get set for International Expo!
New Players presents A Very Virtual Christmas Carol
Local PBA Toy Drive
WILD ROBOT FAMILY DANCE PARTY
December 4, 2020
High Risk Protocol Reminders
If anyone in your household is showing symptoms of COVID (as defined below),
everyone in the home must remain out of school until the symptomatic person receives
either a negative COVID test result or an alternative diagnosis from a healthcare provider.
Please let your school nurse know if anyone at home is showing symptoms.
Close contacts of symptomatic individuals are required to quarantine until the
symptomatic individual receives either a negative test result or an alternative diagnosis.
Please let your school nurse know if you are a close contact (as defined below).
Please let the school nurse know if you or anyone in your home is being tested for
COVID. If you are waiting for a test result, you must remain home until the results are
received.
Your communication and diligence are appreciated as we navigate through this together. If you
have any questions please reach out to Ms. Grabinski.
COVID-19 Symptoms :
TWO of the following symptoms:
● fever* (or feeling feverish)
● chills
● rigors (shivers)
● myalgia (muscle aches)
● headache
● sore throat
● nausea
● vomiting*
● diarrhea*
● fatigue
● congestion
Or ONE of the following symptoms:
● cough
● shortness of breath
● difficulty breathing
● new loss of sense of taste
● new loss of sense of smell
Close Contact : Someone who has been closer than 6 feet to a symptomatic individual for
a cumulative total of 15 minutes or more over a 24 hour period
*It is still RPS district policy that students with fever, vomiting, or diarrhea must remain home
from school until at least 24 hours since the last episode without the use of medications.
December 1, 2020
Dear Travell Families,
I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving. Please enjoy the next installment in our Parent Academy series.
Happy Thanksgiving, Everyone!
This is a reminder that anyone traveling to a state on Governor Murphy’s Travel Advisory List must quarantine for 14 days upon return. This list is constantly updating, so please be sure to check frequently. Most recently, VT was added.
Please let the nurse know if you plan on traveling and what your return date will be.
Stay safe and have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
November 24, 2020
Dear Travell Families,
As you know, the International Expo is a cornerstone of the Travell experience. This year, due to necessary health and safety protocols, the HSA's International Expo Committee has designed a virtual expo that will honor this tradition and stay true to its spirit.
Please check eNews soon for more information about this exciting event!
Wishing you and your family a happy and healthy Thanksgiving!
Sincerely,
Brian Ross
Rod Bolten's Thanksgiving Photo Sale
Social Services Holiday Gift Drive
Drama Club for 4th grade
Catchy's 'No Cook Tuesdays'
Dragons Roller Hockey
November 23, 2020
"High Risk Protocol & Thanksgiving Information"
November 17, 2020
Dear Travell Families,
Please enjoy the next two installments in our Parent Academy series.
Parent Academy #3 - The Qualities of a Good Work Space
Parent Academy #4 - What to Do When Your Child Says 'I'm Done'
Sincerely,
Brian Ross
FOOD DRIVE TOMORROW 🥧
Please send in non-perishable CRANBERRY SAUCE and GRAVY to donate to the Ridgewood SSA Thanksgiving Food Drive. Travell is only collecting those items for SSA this year. The last day to bring in items is Wednesday, Nov 18. Send them in with your child, or leave them at the front door on Wednesday by 12pm. Thank you for helping our community! ***REMEMBER THAT GROCERY GIFT CARDS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME***
Celebrate Pajama Day
What is TicToc (hint: it's not the app) and how to sign up to an art docent
Thanking our Custodians
Clothing Drive Saturday
Donut fundraiser
Purchase face masks
LSHSA Chipotle Fundraiser
November 16, 2020
Reminder:
Travell's PHOTO RETAKE DAY is tomorrow, Nov. 17
November 10, 2020
One School, One Book
Drama Club workshop: grade 3
Photo Retake Day
Donuts Fundraiser
TicToc Art Docent
Clothing and Shoe Drive
Thank You Custodians
Face Masks for sale
RHS Boys LAX Wood Fundraiser
G.S. Troop 5913 needs your help
November 3, 2020
Dear Travell Families,