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"You can use most any measure when speaking of success. Some measure by the size of their house or the net worth of their portfolio. However, the measure of real success is one you cannot spend. It’s the way your child describes you when talking to a friend." - Unknown
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State School of Character2016 - 2019
Promising Practice2017
National School of
Character2017 - 2020
Kindness Certified School
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POSTPONED: Parent University and Resource Fair
This event is postponed until further notice.
The Cherry Hill Alliance on Alcohol and Drug Abuse and Cherry Hill Public Schools will later host an evening filled with useful information and helpful resources for both you and your children.
Please view this online flyer for more information.
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Rosa Middle School Open Enrollment for the 2020-2021 School Year
If you would like to submit an application for Open Enrollment to Rosa Middle School, please view this Enrollment Letter online. Applications will be accepted from February 18, 2020 through February 28, 2020. You must submit your application by 4:00 pm on February 28, 2020. The online application will not be available after 4:00 pm on February 28, 2020.
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Full-Day Kindergarten and First Grade Registration
Parents and Guardians, for children entering Cherry Hill Public Schools for the first time in the 2020-2021 school year, please view this Full-Day Kindergarten and First Grade Registration flyer for important dates and information.
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School Toolbox for 2019-2020 now available!
Go to www.schooltoolbox.com to access the updated school supply lists for the 2019-20 school year and to purchase your supplies online.
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Coronavirus Information
Information from the NJ Department of Health pertaining to the Coronavirus for K-12 Schools can be viewed online here.
Further information can be found at the Center for Disease Control and Prevention website.
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2017 Promising Practice for The Great Kindness Challenge
Each year, as part of the Schools of Character program, Character.org recognizes educators in the United States and elsewhere who have implemented unique, specific, and effective character education strategies. This year ARK was recognized with a 2017 National Promising Practices award for our participation in The Great Kindness Challenge. During the week of January 23, 2017 ARK students performed 4.352 kind acts and raised $486.87 to help build a school and kindness center in Quetta, Pakistan.
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A. Russell Knight designated a 2017 National School of Character
We are excited to announce that A. Russell Knight Elementary has been designated a 2017 National School of Character by character.org! Knight is among 83 schools from 21 states named a 2017 National School of Character. Through an in-depth and rigorous evaluation process, Knight was found to be an exemplary model of character development. Character.org will honor the 2017 designated schools and districts at its 24th National Forum on Character Education to be held the weekend of October 20-21, 2017, in Arlington, VA.
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A. Russell Knight 2017 NJ School of Character
We are pleased to announce that Character.org, a national advocate and leader for the character education movement, named A. Russell Knight Elementary School a 2017 New Jersey School of Character. The program recognized ARK as a school that has demonstrated its use of character development to drive a positive impact on academics, student behavior, and ARK's school climate.
Congratulations to the entire A. Russell Knight Community on this amazing achievement!
Visit www.character.org to learn more about the National Forum and the Schools of Character program.
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Readiness Calendar Offers Tips for Preparing for Hybrid Learning
A "Readiness Calendar" featuring suggestions to help students prepare to attend school in the Hybrid Model, launching on November 9, 2020, is available online.
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Middle School Student and Superintendent Testify at NJ Assembly Education Committee Hearing
Beck Middle School 7th grader Ebele Azikiwe and CHPS Superintendent Dr. Joseph Meloche testified at the October 22, 2020 NJ Assembly Education Committee hearing, in favor of Bill A3601, which requires public schools to include instruction on accomplishments and contributions of African Americans to American Society.
A written copy of Ebele's testimony is available online, as is a written copy of Dr. Meloche's testimony.
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Board of Education Candidates' Biographies Now Available
Biographies of the five candidates for three open seats on the Cherry Hill Board of Education are now available online. The biographies are listed in ballot order and are published unedited, as written by the candidates.
A Candidates Forum, hosted by the Cherry Hill Zone PTA and New Jersey League of Women Voters, was held virtually on October 8, 2020 at 7 pm. A recording of the forum is available on the District YouTube channel.
The candidates running for three open seats are, in ballot order:
Ineda “Corrien” Elmore-Stratton – “Leadership, Commitment, Excellence”
Carol Matlack – “Leadership, Commitment, Excellence”
John Papeika – “Challenge, Support, Educate”
Aslihan Cakmak – “Because Education Matters”
Miriam Stern – “Progress, Leadership, Integrity”
