School District of the Chathams

This year's first Parent Speaker Series Event will be on October 16, 2023 at 7:00 PM at Summit High School. Stephen Hill will present on "How to build resilient kids to make healthy choices & overcome adversity." See flyer for additional details.

Bob Penn retired Chatham firefighter and 9/11 first responder visited CMS and CHS. He shared his experience, answered questions and commended SDOC teachers on teaching students "how" not "what" to think. He considers this one of the most valuable skils for safety and security.

Read the Suicide Prevention Newsletter for resources and information on warning signs and risk factors. The newsletter also includes conversation starters that are a great way to open conversations with your teen. https://5il.co/24dox

Week one is a wrap! Enjoy the long weekend!! No school Monday in observance of Labor Day.

Reminder tomorrow is an early dismissal! Enjoy the long weekend! Dismissal times below: Chatham High School:12:22 Chatham Middle School:12:00 Lafayette Avenue School: 1:00 SBS, WAS, and MAS (Grades 1-3, Full Day & PM K): 12:55 AM K: 10:55 AM Preschool:10:50 Full Day Preschool: 12:00 PM Preschool:12:50

Work Family Connection is providing Childcare on September 25 when school is closed. Please see flyer for information on registration.

Teachers were excited to welcome students back today! Thanks to all the parents and staff members for helping the morning run smoothly. We hope your students have a great first day!!

Catch up with the latest student stories, events, and news updates. It's everything SDOC Chatham, in your pocket. If you haven't already, download the app! Download for Android https://bit.ly/3Jn8iO7 Download for iPhone https://apple.co/3Z8Bpe9

This morning, Dr. LaSusa welcomed teachers back for the 2023-2024 school year with messages on the value of human connection. Holocaust survivor Maude Dahme shared her inspiring story of hope and perserverence with the District. We are ready to welcome students back Monday!

Yesterday the leadership team kicked off the New Educators Retreat with a breakfast hosted by our new food service provider Pomptonian. Welcome to all our new staff members!

Reminder there is a BOE meeting tonight at 7:30 PM in the CHS Auditorium. You may also access the meeting via YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/live/UlKbAR0CfJ0?feature=share

We enjoyed welcoming new families to CMS last Friday. Families has an opportunity to meet the leadership team and ask questions. Pro-Leaders then gave guided tours of the building. Thanks to the PTO and the New Family Welcome Committee for coordinating this event!

Accidents happen! Don't forget to purchase optional Chromebook Insurance by August 24th. Insurance is available for $39 using your PaySchools Central Account at https://www.payschoolscentral.com.

We are loving our new app! Access documents, news updates, and even emergency notifications, right from your pocket. Download for Android https://bit.ly/3Jn8iO7 Download for iPhone https://apple.co/3Z8Bpe9

Interested in being a paraprofessional or substitute? Stop in anytime today between 10 AM - 1 PM. We are happy to answer questions for anyone who is curious about these positions.

Reminder that Dogs are not permitted on school grounds or fields. Sports are in session and our maintenance crews are actively getting the grounds ready to open school. Please do not walk dogs on school property or bring animals when picking up or dropping off kids.

Hiring Event on August 10, 10AM -1 PM at BOE office 259 Lafayette Avenue. Human resources will assist answer questions and conduct interviews. Interested applicants can also apply online at https://www.applitrack.com/chathams/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Support+Staff.

Parent Portal opens today at 10 AM! Login and complete the required forms to access 2023-2024 student schedules. You may access the parent portal from the button on the website home page at https://www.chatham-nj.org or under parent resources.

Download the new SDOC App to optimize your mobile communications experience. You can subscribe to district and school channels to receive news and live feed notifications. https://www.youtube.com/@SchoolDistrictoftheChath-mv7pi #SDOC2023

Anyone interested in being a paraprofessional or a substitute for the upcoming 2023-2024 school year is encouraged to apply online at https://www.chatham-nj.org/page/human-resources. Questions may be directed to bgrant@chatham-nj.org.