10/14 | Fall Clean-up

Ready to get your hands dirty? It’s time for the annual WATCHUNG FALL CLEAN-UP! Two ways you can help: JOIN US: Monday, Oct 14th from 9am until noon. (Two 90-minute shifts.) All are welcome! Bring the kids, bring the grandparents, bring your own garden tools. No experience necessary! It’s the perfect opportunity to demonstrate the importance…

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West Point’s Coach Alberici “Toughens Up” Watchung Elementary to Kick off NJ Week of Respect

West Point’s Coach Alberici “Toughens Up” Watchung Elementary to Kick off NJ Week of Respect Oct 7, Montclair, NJ —  All across NJ, schools recognize the first week of October as the Week of Respect, designated by the Anti-Bullying Bill of Rights Act. During this week, schools and districts engage in activities and learning opportunities…

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10/11 | Walk and Roll to School

Walk/Roll to School – Watchung’s Walk/Roll to school day will take place on Friday, October 11th. See time/details below: 8:00 am – Meet at one of the spots below 8:05-8:30 am – Walk or ride with classmates, parents, and teachers 8:30-8:40 am – Meet at the Watchung Field/playground before we enter the building! Designated Spots to Meet Brookdale Park – Entrance on Groove Street Montclair…

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Fire Prevention Block Party – Oct 5

Join the Montclair Fire Department at Nishuane Park! Food, drinks, live demos, giveaways, and get to meet your local firefighters. WHEN: October 5 |11am-2pm WHERE: Harrison Ave, by Nishuane Park

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Wait Until 8th Pledge – Grade Volunteers Still Needed

Hi everyone! Jessica Farkas and Leore Faber are the Wait Until 8th Ambassadors at Watchung. They began the pledge for last year’s 2nd grade (class of 2027) and a number of parents signed on. This year, they’re are asking for volunteers from each grade to act as the point person on this issue and to start…

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9/23 | After School Enrichment (7pm)

***Registration opens at 7pm Monday, September 23rd*** REGISTER HERE The  Watchung After School Enrichment program is an opportunity for kids to have new experiences, make new friends and have fun! Launched and led entirely by PTA volunteers, ASE is committed to discovery, experimentation, and expanding horizons. Two sessions are offered throughout the school year (Fall,…

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9/27 | Outdoor Movie Night

WHEN: Friday, September 27 | 5-8pm WHERE: Watchung Field Join us for our annual Outdoor Movie Night! Homerooms will be voting on the movie so stay tuned! Bring your blankets, bring your lawn chairs, and bring the whole family! Pizza NOW ON SALE for pre-order! PLACE ORDER HERE!

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9/19 | Back to School Night

Join Principal Krenn, members of the PTA and your teachers for Back to School Night! This is for parents only, so be sure to secure your sitters. WHEN: Thursday, September 19 | 6-8PM WHERE: Watchung Auditorium

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PTA Calendar – Sync to Device Instructions

Great news! The Watchung PTA Calendar can found HERE  on the PTA website and can be syncd directly as a shared calendar from your personal Google calendar. (Assuming you have a Google account.) To view calendar in Google click to subscribe HERE *If you currently view your personal Google calendar from your iPhone Calendar and…

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Class Parent Sign Up – NOW OPEN!

If you’re interested in being your child’s class parent, please email Usha Naidu at unaidu@cisco.com with your name and the name of your child’s teacher. *This year for Class Parents, we’re hoping to have one seasoned veteran class parent paired with a first time class parent. Usha will reply to confirm. Class Parents play an…

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