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Principal’s Message
March 13, 2026
Dear Whiton Families,
We are excited to share about the wonderful experience our second grade students had during our International Fair. This special event gave students the opportunity to learn about cultures and traditions from around the world through interactive stations led by members of our school community and our teachers.
Throughout the fair, students rotated through several stations where families generously shared aspects of their heritage. Students learned about different countries, explored traditions, and participated in fun, hands-on activities. Many of the stations included games that helped students discover interesting facts about various cultures while engaging with one another in a meaningful way.
Events like this help bring our curriculum to life and give students a chance to appreciate the diversity within our community and around the world. It was truly a special day filled with curiosity, learning, and celebration.
We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the families who volunteered their time, shared their stories, and created such engaging experiences for our students. A special thank you as well to Ms. O’Shea, who was instrumental in planning this event, and to our second grade teachers for organizing such a meaningful and engaging day for our students. Your willingness to participate made the event memorable and meaningful for everyone involved.
Thank you for helping us create opportunities that celebrate culture, learning, and community.
As a reminder, the Harlem Wizards game is one week away on March 20th at 7:00 p.m. at BCMS. Please find more details here including how to purchase tickets.
Also, please find details below for the Somerville Interact and Genesis club who are hosting a move night at Somerville High School also on March 20th if you interested.
Sincerely,
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| School Reminders/ News |
NURSE REMINDER
If your student has been ill, please find more information here on when your student may return.
 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.
 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.
 SCHOOL 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.
 YEARBOOKS
Our online store for yearbook is now open! Please find the link here. The online store will close Friday, March 27, 2026. After the online store closes you can be added to a waitlist. Any questions on yearbooks, please reach out to Mrs. Breese, jbreese@branchburg.k12.nj.us
 KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION
Kindergarten pre-registration is now open. Please makes sure to select the correct year, 2026-2027 when registering. Please refer to correspondence on our website, prior to registration, as some requirements have recently changed. Please see our website here.
 BOOKMARK DESIGN
To celebrate America's 250th, please find a fun idea for your student here - the website has all of the information, including the submission deadline which is March 31st.
COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARD
Please find community information on our school website here.
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| PTO/BEF Events |
BEF EVENTS
 Read-A- Thon Event: March 20th- April 6th, please find more information here. As well as the link to sign up is here.
PTO Event:
Empty Bowls event for 2nd grade, April 15th, please see details below including our Mac N Cheese Challenge:
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Upcoming Calendar Dates:
3.20- Harlem Wizards Game- BCMS
3.24- 3rd Grade Performance
3.27- Single Session- Staff Development
3.30-4.3- School Closed- Spring Break
4.15 Kindergarten Performance
4.15- 2nd Grade Empty Bowls
4.29 - 1st Grade Performance
5.27- 3rd Grade- Seeds to Salad Event |
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