COVID-Related District Information
INFORMATION & UPDATES
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August 31, 2022 Parent Letter: Dr. Diszler provides an update regarding COVID-19 protocols and procedures for the opening of school. | |
March 3, 2022 Parent Letter - Dr. Genco provides an update regarding masking at Cranbury School. | |
February 10, 2022 Parent Letter - Dr. Genco provides as mask mandate update. | |
January 22, 2022 Parent Letter - Dr. Genco provides an update on safety protocols. | |
January 7, 2022 Parent Letter - Dr. Genco shares several calendar revisions for the month of January. | |
January 3, 2022 Parent Letter - Students will return to in-person learning, on an early dismissal schedule from January 4-7. Afternoon instruction will not take place. | |
January 2, 2022 Parent Letter - Dr. Genco provides an update regarding the return to school and important health information. | |
Booster Vaccine Registration & Second Dose Reminder - Dr. Genco shares the Booster Vaccine Registration link and a reminder about the second dose for children ages 5 to 11. | |
Booster Shot and Student Vaccination Clinic - Ages 5 to 11 - Dr. Genco shares an update regarding the booster vaccination and a reminder about Wednesday's vaccination clinic. | |
Student Vaccination Clinic - Wednesday, November 17th - Dr. Genco shares information regarding the upcoming student vaccination clinic for ages 5-11. Signup information will be forthcoming. | |
September 30, 2021 - Grades 6-8 Back to School Night - Dr. Genco shares information regarding our upcoming Grades 6-8 Back to School Night scheduled for Wednesday, October 6th. | |
September 24, 2021 - PK-5 Back to School Night - Dr. Genco shares information regarding our upcoming PK-5 Back to School Night scheduled for Monday, September 27th. | |
September 15, 2021 - Performing Arts Letter - Please see an update from our Music Department! | |
August 27, 2021 - Back to School Plans and Procedures - Dr. Genco shares our back to school plans and procedures with parents. | |
August 4, 2021 - Mid-Summer Parent Communication - Dr. Genco provides a status update for parents regarding the opening of school | |
June 15, 2021 - Chromebook and Textbook Collection Information - This parent update outlines the district's schedule for collecting technology and textbooks from students. | |
May 7, 2021 - Middle School Cohort Update - This parent update provides information regarding the combining of cohorts. Middle School Remote Only Update - If you are interested in bringing your student back to school, please complete the survey. Deadline - May 10th |
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April 16, 2021 - Update on Reopening Plans This parent update outlines further information regarding the District's plans for increasing in-person student learning. |
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April 13, 2021 - End of Year Calendar Changes This parent letter updates parents regarding our last day of school, including related end of year early dismissals and graduation information. |
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March 31, 2021 Increase In-Person Student Learning Update This parent letter further outlines the district's plans to increase in-person student learning. |
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March 22, 2021 - Frequently Asked Questions Document Updated Our FAQ document has been updated to provide additional information to parents regarding our plans to increase instructional time for students. |
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Please use our form to make your final choice by 5 p.m. on March 22. This selection will remain in place from April 19, 2021 - June 21, 2021.
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This includes information about the active steps we have taken to provide more in-person instruction.
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March 10, 2021 - March 15 Board of Education Meeting Invitation - Register to attend the Board of Education meeting on Monday night at 7:00 p.m. | |
March 10, 2021 - Addition of Wednesdays for In-Person Learning - Increasing in-person learning on Wednesdays. Schedule provided.
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This FAQ document addresses questions we have received about additional in-person time, cohort assignment, collaboration, lunch, staffing, space, travel and more.
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Reminder: March 5 is a Full Day of School
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Reminder Spring Break will be here before we know it! As shared in previous communications, parents should continue to be mindful of travel and quarantine restrictions out of the region.
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An update about plans being considered for increasing in-person instruction in a safe way at Cranbury School.
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Cranbury School Urges NJ to Prioritize Vaccination of Educators.
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Jan. 14, 2021 - Reminder Jan. 15 is a Remote Day and Jan. 18 District is Closed in Honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day | |
Students in Cohort A and all K-3 students will report for in-person learning on Jan. 19. Students in Cohort B will return to in-person learning on Jan. 21.
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Winter intramural activities will run Jan. 25 to Feb. 26 - including Volleyball, Table Tennis, Badminton, QB54, Spike Ball, Hurdles, Handball, Kickball, Cornhole, Kan Jam, and Ultimate Frisbee.
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With the holiday season upon us, rising state and national cases, the return of our college
students, and increased interstate and intrastate travel, it is evident that the District must take actions to protect the health and safety of our staff, students, and greater school community. |
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We conducted a thorough review of the specifics of these two cases with officials from the Middlesex County Department of Health (DOH) and Middlesex County Department of Education (DOE). In observance of the Regional Risk Matrix, a minimum 14-day closure is warranted at this time.
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This impacts only Middle School students - See Letter for Return Dates for Cohorts A and B. Grades K-5 program is not altered.
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If a member of a student's household has been diagnosed with COVID-19, or has been exposed to someone who has been diagnosed with COVID-19 and is showing symptoms, the students should not attend school beginning as soon as the parent(s) become aware of the illness and exposure. Please carefully read the quarantine requirements.
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Please read important details about schedules for your particular grade and cohort, arrival, dismissal and attendance.
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Please read important information about your learning schedule for that day.
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Please read important information about arrival and health procedures.
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In our continuous effort to improve and enhance our program offerings to students, we will be inviting your child to take part in a comprehensive instrument exploration process prior to instrument selection. See letter linked in headline for details.
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Due to the impact of COVID-19 on the 20-21 school year, the District plans to provide both a “Stay at Home” and a “Stay at School” baggie of basic school supplies for all students.
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In the event that an intramural sport can be available, we are seeking students’ interest in participating in a sport during this fall.
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The Cranbury School Music Department is super excited to start another school year! Although many things may look different, music instruction will still happen -- the show must go on! Please read more.
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Read information about some new procedures and alternative connections students can use while we work for better connectivity.
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Please read some important information to help your child get started this year.
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Please check the schedule and instructions for your child's class. Meet & Greets will be held Sept. 11, 14, and 15.
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This difficult choice was not made lightly. As a school community, our students' education and well being remains at the forefront of all decision making.
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This Reopening Plan is a living document that will be modified as health circumstances,
guidance, and conditions shift within our communities, the state and nation. |
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Please view the new calendar.
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Other Helpful Information
Face Masks
Cloth Face Coverings for Children - American Academy of Pediatrics
COVID-19 Health Resources
NJ Dept. of Health - COVID-19 Dashboard
NJ Dept. of Health - Info for Schools
NJ Dept. of Health - Info for Businesses
NJ Dept. of Health - Info for Schools
NJ Dept. of Health - Info for Businesses
New Jersey Travel Restrictions - Be sure to stay informed about the 14-day quarantine that is necessary if you travel to any of the states that appear on New Jersey's list.
COVID-19 Public Health Recommendations for Local Health Departments for K-12 Schools
Updated: August 29, 2022
REOPENING FAQ
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VACCINE INFORMATION
REOPENING
PRESENTATIONS
September 16, 2020
"Back to School Town Hall" (VIDEO)
July 29, 2020
"Reopening Our Schools" Presentation (VIDEO Version)
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