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Family Newsletter 1/9/26

Posted Date: 01/09/26 (04:00 PM)
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Principal’s Message

January 9, 2026


Dear Whiton Families,


We hope you had a wonderful winter break and enjoyed special time together. We are so excited to welcome our students back to school and see their smiling faces filling our classrooms once again.


As we return, reestablishing consistent routines and schedules is especially important. Familiar daily structures help students feel secure, focused, and ready to learn. Returning to regular bedtimes, morning routines, and school expectations supports a smooth transition back into learning.


Thank you for your continued partnership and support. We look forward to a great start to the new year together!


Sincerely, 

Dee Shober signature in blue   


School Reminders/ News

A stethoscope forms a heart shape around a bright pink heart.
NURSE REMINDER
Your student must stay home if they have a temperature of 100.4 or higher. The student may not return to school if they have received fever reducing medication. Students must be fever free for 24 hours before they can return to school.  Please find more information here.

Illustration of science fair elements: rocket, lightbulb, beakers, gears, and atomic model.SCIENCE FAIR
The 2nd and 3rd grade science fair will be Wednesday, February 25. Registration is now open and will end on January 16. Please find more information here. 

An open book with colorful letters spelling 'LIBRARY' above it.LIBRARY VOLUNTEERS
The Whiton library is welcoming volunteers. This is a great opportunity to help with shelving books, assisting students with book checkouts, and guiding students in finding books on the shelves. Because initial training is needed, Ms. Gale is looking for anyone who is able to volunteer on a regular or semi-regular basis -  Here is the sign up.  Any questions, please email Ms. Gale - sgale@branchburg.k12.nj.us. 

An open blue lunchbox filled with a sandwich, apple, and orange.CAFETERIA VOLUNTEERS

Parents/guardians interested in volunteering in our lunch room should use this PTO sign up link here through March. Please make sure to read the very important information about volunteering located on the sign up. 


Owl in green and white sweaterSCHOOL SPIRITWEAR
Great news! Our School Spirit wear can be purchased at anytime! The orders will be processed on the 1st and 15th. Please find the link to order here.  

A cardboard box labeled 'LOST & FOUND' contains a basketball, glasses, a blue glove, and a green and pink jacket.LOST AND FOUND
Reminder: As the colder months approach, please label your student’s belongings to make it easier for us to return misplaced items. 

Community Information

COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARD
Please find community information on our school website here.

PTO/BEF Events
PTO EVENTS
Dine out schedule
Flyer for the Branchburg PTO 'Me & Mine' Dance with Your Favorite Grown-Up on Friday, January 23, 2026.Tickets are now available- see information here. If you are interested in volunteering at the dance, here is the link. 

Upcoming Calendar Dates:

1.19- School closed- MLK, Jr. day

2.13- Single Session- Staff Development

2.16- School closed- President's Day

3.27- Single Session- Staff Development

3.30-4.3- School Closed- Spring Break