NewgrangeWeekly Newsletter

Friday, June 21st, 2019

Robert Hegedus, Principal

Howard Kaplan, Supervisor of Education

UPCOMING EVENTS

JULY AUGUST

1" - First Day of ESY 13th - Last Day of ESY

4'h - SCHOOL CLOSED: Independence Day

5" - SCHOOL CLOSED

From the Desk of Mr. HeHedus

Graduation!!

A truly moving and memorable celebration took place here at the Newgrange School this past Tuesday, as we honored

and celebrated our graduating class of 2019. Our graduates had an opportunity to share the speeches they prepared

with family, friends and teachers. More than once, we were brought to tears as we listened to the stories about their

lives before coming to our school and the extent to which Newgrange had helped them become the incredibly

remarkable individuals that they became. This past school year has been our most successful ever and we've had the

opportunity to see our children grow and mature in so very many ways. The Newgrange School has long been a program

steeped in rich and abounding tradition, with extraordinary teaching and learning taking place each day.

Our school has always gone well beyond simply meeting the academic standards that are required by the law. We pride

ourselves in providing the BEST education possible to each and every child, also by making certain that we help them to

become confident and self-assured in their social/emotional well-being. Congratulations, best wishes and good luck to

our amazing Class of 2019. A huge and heartfelt thanks to our students, their families and friends and to our truly

dedicated and committed staff for a fabulous school year.

School Calendar 2019-2020! !

We have attached another copy of the Newgrange School Calendar for the 2019-2020 academic year. Please not that

the first day of classes for the children has been planned for Wednesday, September 4'h. In addition, please be advised

that the students will follow an early dismissal schedule on the first day of school. On Thursday, 9/5 and Friday, 9/6, our

school will follow a full-day schedule. Lastly, our Back to School Night has been planned for Thursday, September Igth

from 6:30pm-8:30pm. Additional information will be provided and sent home with our weekly newsletters beginning in

September. If you have any questions, please contact the main office.

ESY!! Final Reminder!!

Our Extended School Year (ESY) program is set to begin on Monday, July 1" and will conclude on Tuesday, August 13'h. In

addition, please note that school will be closed on July 4'h and July 5'h. Classes will be in session each day from 8:30am-

12:30pm. If you have any questions or if you need an additional information about our ESY program, please call the main

office.

In closing, please have a safe, restful, and relaxing summer vacation. Try to find your "mindful" place and please find

time to spend with family, friends and loved ones. Again, many thanks to all of you for your support of our programs and

for helping us to become the best school ever! Enjoy!!

Bob Graham

As we enter the last week of school and reflect on the laughs, the lessons learned, and the sportsmanlike ventures that

occurred during the year, it will be the quotes from the students that made me laugh and left an impression on me.

Here are a couple of them and I think you"ll see what I mean:

My mistakes are proof that I am trying. Do I get an A?

Shoot high like you're going to the moon then you'll make it. See Itold you!

Forget the mistakes? Remember the lesson. Good idea ! You are smart. I Know!

Do you stop playing because you grow old or Do you grow old because you stop playing?

In closing, to the graduating Senior class, Thanks for the memories and good luck in your next chapter in life. To the

sophomore class, remember: Driving is a privilege, not a right. Listen to Mom and Dad when they teach you to drive. To

everyone else, have a safe and healthy summer. See you in September.

Nancy SilverberH, RS, CSN; School Nurse/Health Instructor

As the weather finally gets warmer and the summer arrives, it is important to encourage your children and young adults

to get outside and enjoy the environment with exercise and outdoor fun and sports.

Regular physical activity has many health benefits. It will:

-Help to build/maintain healthy bones and muscles

-Help reduce the risk of developing obesity and chronic diseases, such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and colon

cancer

- Reduce feelings of depression and anxiety and promotes psychological well-being

-Help improve a student"s academic performance, including academic achievement and grades, and also behaviors such

as being on task, and concentration and attentiveness in the classroom

Don't forget to wear appropriate light loose clothing for warmer weather and sunscreen. Drink plenty of water and/orsports drinks (not caffeinated) to stay well hydrated.

The long-term consequences of physical inactivity can include:

-Overweight and obesity, which are influenced by physical inactivity and poor diet

-Can increase one's risk for diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, asthma, arthritis

As the weather allows, please encourage your children and young adults to get some exercise outside and enjoy the

good weather.

In my Ilth &12 grade Health classes, we did a month of nutrition modules, focusing on healthy eating practices, and

learning about all the categories of types of foods we consume, as well as vitamins, minerals, and how we metabolize

our food. We discussed how we utilize the calories that we ingest, including insulin production and how it works in our

bodies.

We had our session 2 Hi-TOPs special classes on May 6, 28 & 29, discussing the social and emotional aspects of

friendships, romantic involvements, bullying, cyberbullying, LGBTQ issues and consent and boundaries.

My Health classes are following up with a class about the responsibilities of becoming a parent, as well as discussing

some of the circumstances that make a person or couple ready to take on the responsibility of parenting.

Mrs. Grande, History

Anotherschoolyearhascomeandgoneandsummervacationisuponus. Inthewordsofmystudents"YEAH!!!!Time

to sleep-in, stay up late, lay around and enjoy the sun and have some fun. Most of all no school work."

US History 11- All of the students worked very hard this year and covered a lot ofinformation dealing with various

topics. Some they liked and some not, but overall they all found a topic they enjoyed learning about. They studied the

growth of America from a land of farmers, a land of opportunity for immigrants, growing into an industrial giant,

entering into two world wars, and becoming a world power.

US History I- Learning about America's history from the beginning up to and including the Civil War was a tremendous

amount of work and the students were up to the challenge. They started the year with the discovery of America,

becoming an independent nation, the Constitution and the Bill of Rights, the first president, gaining new territories, the

Civil War and President Lincoln.

World History- The students found discovering the history of the world through wonderful, scary, maniacal historical

figures fascinating. Especially the talented artists of the Renaissance, the absolute rulers of Europe such as Louis XIV and

Catherine the Great, or the French Revolution and Robespeirre, or the crazy monk, Rasputin, all of these characters

impacted history for better or worse. Studying history and investigating famous people lead the students to discover

that history is full of fascinating stories and characters.

Here's wishing all of the students and parents a wonderful, fun-filled and safe summer. See you in September! :)

Andrew Haines, Technology

The Newgrange Technology Department is proud to be a space to explore STEAM; Science, Technology, Engineering,

Arts, and Math. With the rise of the digital age, the pressure is on for workers to develop increasingly innovative

products. Markets are continually evolving to reflect advances in technology, trending interests, and a broader, more

global market. Preparing students to join the workforce means equipping them with skills that will help them continue

to bring fresh ideas to meet rapidly changing needs.

In a world that's increasingly tech-driven, collaboration is an essential skill. A 2012 CEB survey revealed that two-thirds

of employees felt their jobs required more collaboration than they had three years before. Additionally, CEB suggested

that the increase in collaboration has had some positive effects on workplace life. For example, highly-collaborative

work environments had higher employee retention and increased levels of creativity and innovation.

In this digital age, STEAM-powered thinking is more relevant and essential to workplace life than ever. Regardless of the

field they pursue after graduation, today's workers benefit from both artistic and scientific thinking on the job. Rather

than separating the working world from the creative world, STEAM shows students how to embrace both to reach

greater success. Priming our students to solve problems using artistic processes in addition to critical thinking makes

them more well-rounded. It also helps them embrace their future role in the workplace.

Ms. Ruggiero

In Social Studies, our class just finished up learning about the regions of North America. Did you know that the Americas

are made up of North America, South America and 35 countries? We also learned about vegetation regions, climate

regions and bodies of water.

In Science, we learned about space and the solar system. At the end of the unit we were able to answer questions like

How does earth move? What is a star? What are the inner and outer planets? And What are asteroids, comets, meteors

and moons?

In Math, we worked on estimating and measuring mass and capacity. We solved mass and capacity problems. We began

telling time to the minute and learning about time intervals.

I can"t believe how fast this year flew by?! I'm so happy to be a part of the Newgrange family and have had so much fun

learning all the wonderful traditions the students and staff are able to enjoy! Have a safe and happy summer!

Mindfulness

Mrs. Allen and Mrs. Genna

June Theme: "Bringing it all Together"

Wowi ! We've made it through a whole school- mindfully! Mrs. Allen and Mrs. Genna want to thank you all for following

along and practicing mindfulness with us. We hope that you gained some new knowledge and had fun with the

activities!

Here are some tips to help keep the mindful feeling over the summer.

* Plan, but don't over plan. Connect with your family and identify a few key activities that you want to do this

summer.

* Make sure you have time where nothing is planned. Block off time to relax and renew with a new book, a hike or

bike ride, maybe it is one morning a week where you get to do whatever YOU want, not necessarily what your

kids or partner wants.

Don't drive. Think about times where you can leave the car at home. What are all of the places you can walk or

ride instead of opting for the convenience of your car?

* Go for mindful walks after dinner. Take a moment to listen to the sounds around you, smell the fresh air, and

see what you can notice that you've never noticed before.

* Try to maintain a formal mindfulness practice in a way that works for you. Try meditating outdoors, take mindful

walks, practice mindful eating which might be a skill you want to work on this summer.

And no matter what you do, don't forget to slow down and breathe.

'All of the non-Newgrange School attachments to this newsletter are for informatiowl purposes only. The seminars and workshops may be of interest to you,however the Newgmnge Schoor is not affikted with the indrviduals or organrzations that sponsor these events.

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REVISED

Extended School Year

Summer 2019

Who:

Students attendingthe Extended School Year (ESY) Program at

The Newgrange School, Summer 2019

What:

Extended School Year Program Curriculum will include Reading,

Written Language, Math, Science, and Social Studies. Instruction

will be integrated across all content areas and will also merge

computer science and related arts into technology projects.

Weekly implementation of social skills lessons and activities has

been planned in order to facilitate age-appropriate interactive

behaviors.

Where:

Newgrange School

526 South Olden Ave.

Hamilton, NJ 08629Telephone: 609-584-1800

Robert Hegedus - Principal

Howard Kaplan - Supervisor of Education

When:

Program Begins: Monday, July 1, 2019

Program Ends: Tuesday, August 13, 2019

Daily Schedule (Monday through Friday)

8:20-8:30 Arrival

8:30-8:40 Homeroom

8 :40-9:30 LanguageArts

9:30-10:20 Language Arts

10 :20-10:40 Cafeteria- Break

10 :40- 11:30 Math

11 :30-12:20 Science/Social Studies12 :20-12:30 Dismissal

Why:

Extended School Year programs are provided to students in order

to minimize the amount of regression or academic loss that is

often times experienced during the summer. Children who meet

the criteria and whose IEP recommends ESY as a related service

are eligible to attend.

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trail systems yvith some hands-on

fun (weather permitting). Ages 1Q*,under 16 must'be accompanied by

an.adu4t Exact meeting location willbe erriailed'to those who register

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Locations to be determined. Registrants will

be notified of locatlop prior lo program.

Mercer County Park Commission Nature ProgramsThe F%rk Commission offers opportunities for adults, chiltken, and families to connect with nature.

Progiams vary from brisk tiail hikes and cltizen science initiativas to family-onented pond

explorations and childienas summer camps. Program paflcipants have the opponunity to spend

time as a family, meet other outdoor enthusiasts, a nd have an up-close encounter wlth nature.

Experienced naturalists guide educational programs in some of Mgcer County's most pristine

natural areas, and hike an mplomtive approacb tO leamtng about the nalral world.

Park Commission Naturalist Staff

Jenn Rogers. County Natumlist

pogets@metcetcounty.org

Kell} Rypkema, Nature Center Manager

ktypkema@mercencounty.oig

Jllllan 8tai. Senior Land Steward

jstark@metcetcou nty.org

Samantha Stmth. Adminish'ative Aisiglant

soswald@mercercounty.org

ChTlsty AThmelva(, Park Naturalist

cathmelvat@mercercounty.org

Alex Rlvera, Land Steward

arivera@metcetcounty.org

Alexandria Kosowkl. Teacher Naturalist

natureoenter@mercercounty.org

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