Our Mission Statement
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The educational community at Thomas Paine will provide and build a quality educational environment focused on the positive values of Respect, Responsibility, Resilience, and Active Citizenship to instill a sense of honor within our students allowing them to reach high academic standards while preparing them to succeed in a diverse and constantly changing world.
Paine Announcements
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Mental Health Task Force - Community Outreach Program
On Thursday, 3/25/21, at 7 pm, the CHPS Mental Health Task Force presented their Community Outreach Program online, including panelists from High Focus Centers, Penn Medicine, Effective School Solutions, the Cherry Hill Fire Department and more. A recording of the live presentation and its accompanying slides can be viewed online here.
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2021 Summer Enrichment Programs
The Cherry Hill Public School District is offering a variety of summer enrichment opportunities at High School East for students entering 5th through 11th grades as well as a Summer Music Enrichment Program at High School West. Please view below the flyers online for more information.
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Full-Day Kindergarten and 1st Grade Registration
Due to COVID-19, Full-Day Kindergarten and 1st Grade Registration for the 2022-2023 School Year will be completed online. Please view the Registration information.
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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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Stay Informed
At Thomas Paine Elementary School, we strive to maintain open lines of communication with all school community members. One of the best ways for you to help your child throughout his/her educational journey is to stay informed and be involved in their education. Our school offers the following ways to obtain the most up to date information and celebrations.
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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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Important Links
- PTA yahoo group at painepta-subscribe@yahoogroups.com
- Common Sense bi-monthly newsletter (also linked under Quicklinks menu)
- Text messages from the Principal using the Remind App: T-Paine Community (text this message @gotpaine or send an email to gotpaine@mail.remind.com)
- Follow us on Twitter: @TPaineIES
- Find us on Facebook:
thomaspaineinternationalelementary
- Instagram: tpain_tigers
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District News
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The Board of Education Candidates Forum Available on YouTube
The Board of Education Candidates Forum, held on September 22, 2024, and sponsored by Zone PTA, is available for viewing on the District YouTube Channel. Candidate bios (submitted by the candidates) are available online. -
Wireless Communication Device Policy Takes Effect with Start of 2024-2025 School Year
Effective this school year, 2024-2025, student use of wireless devices will be prohibited during instructional periods.
Research shows that student use of wireless communication devices in schools, particularly cell phones, has negative effects on academic performance, focus, and mental health.
Under Policy 5516.01 - Student Use of Wireless Communication Devices, wireless devices include cell phones and other devices that transmit and receive voice or data via electromagnetic signals without the use of wires or cables, including but not limited to ancillary devices such as smart watches, ear buds, and wireless headphones.
An exception to this policy is provided for students using a wireless device for a purpose documented in a classified student’s IEP or a student’s 504 Plan.
Discipline for violation of this policy shall be governed by the Student Code of Conduct.
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2024-2025 Federal School Meal Applications Now Available
Why Fill Out a Meal Application?
You may qualify as the eligibility guidelines have been expanded for the 2024-2025 school year! Qualification information is available in English and Spanish.
If you qualify for meal benefits, you may be eligible for additional benefits (internet discounts, sports fee waived, etc.).
The information is confidential!
Things to Remember:
If your child received free or reduced meals last school year, an application MUST be filled out every year to determine if your child qualifies for the upcoming school year.
Only ONE application per household is required - list all students on one application.
Breakfast is available daily at all locations.
This is a Federal meal application- include all household members (related or not) residing in the home including military deployed.
If your child receives free school meals, you may qualify for Internet Essentials from Comcast
If we do not receive an application by October 15th and your child currently receives benefits, your child's status will change to full pay.
Applications are available online in English and Spanish.
If it is time to add money to your child’s school meal account or if you are new to the District, create your account online to add money.
ALL outstanding meal accounts from the 2023/2024 school year MUST be paid before school begins on September 3.
Any questions, please email Alisha Wilson at awilson@chclc.org
District Upcoming Events
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Tuesday
6:30 PM BOE Work Session
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October 11, 2024
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October 29, 2024
6:30 PM BOE Action Meeting
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November 1, 2024
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HIB Grade Report | Anti-Bullying Information Page
Shavonne Carter
Supervisor of Student Services
District Anti-Bullying Coordinator
45 Ranoldo Terrace | Cherry Hill, NJ 08034 | (856) 429-5600 x4372Melissa Santiago
School Counselor
Paine Anti-Bullying Specialist
Download STOPit! | Access Code: TPESTigers
(856) 667-1350 x6006