Cordero Digest February 11
The Cordero Digest 2021-22
Cordero WebpageAny questions? Please reach out to us: contactps37@jcboe.org
Or Call us 201-714-4390:
Or Call us 201-714-4390:
You can also leave a message with our Google Voice Numbers:
201-448-7573 (Mr. Stanton)
201-448-7947 (Mr. Cabrera)
201-706-7494 (Ms. Oyola)
201-855-6582 (Mrs. Davenport)
201-448-7573 (Mr. Stanton)
201-448-7947 (Mr. Cabrera)
201-706-7494 (Ms. Oyola)
201-855-6582 (Mrs. Davenport)
Thank you PTA and HYBRID Coffee!
Thank you to the wonderful Faculty Friday hosted by the PTA and HYBRID Coffee. The waffles and coffee were a great pick-me-up into the weekend.
NO CASPER, YMCA or Boys & Girls Club Wednesday, February 16
Due to the Half Day on Wednesday, February 16, there are no after-school activities or after-care programs that day. We dismiss at 12:45. Please be prompt in picking up your children so our staff can participate in parent conferences.
Virtual Report Card Afternoon Wednesday, February 16
Class of 2022 ALERT: HIP Fair High School Showcase
For more information, please check this site: https://2122corderodigest.blogspot.com/2022/02/jersey-city-public-schools-hip-fair.html
Current 7th Graders: Proyecto Science Program this Summer
The Curriculum and Instruction Department in collaboration with New Jersey City University will afford 80 current 7th grade students an opportunity to participate in a 6-week Summer Proyecto Science Program for the next four summers. Two virtual informational sessions for parents and prospective participants are scheduled for Monday, February 21st and Tuesday, March 1st.
Reminders
We continue to work hard to ensure they are safe and learning. Please help us with the following:
- If your child has COVID or has been a close contact, it is imperative you call Nurse Stone. She can provide guidance as to when your child can return and next steps.
- Nurse Stone would also like to know if your child has received the COVID vaccine. Please contact her if your child has.
- If you have questions about what is going on in a classroom, please reach out to the teacher directly first. If there is a problem that needs a resolution and the teacher isn't able to resolve it, please contact administration (our information is above).
- Remember that our doors will open at 8:30. As the weather continues to be frigid, please ensure your children do not come too early to freeze outside.
- Extended Day Programs will begin shortly. Your child's teacher will be reaching out.
Vigilance with Technology
- Please be advised that cell phone and social media use is prohibited during the school day and is further supported by the Jersey City Public Schools Code of Conduct. Improper use of technology is an offense that can lead to suspension and can carry criminal consequences. Please talk to your child regarding their use of their phones and social media and monitor it regularly. Below are some articles discussing serious issues and consequences as well as helpful hints that can be helpful for your knowledge. Kids Health Article | NY Times Article | WPIX Story
- Mr. Stanton and Mr. Cabrera had to have a frank discussion with the middle school regarding consequences of sending inappropriate material to others. There are criminal consequences to such actions. They also discussed the AirDrop function and shutting down that option. Please discuss this with your children who have iPhones or other Apple products, they should not set themselves up to receive unwanted items via AirDrop. One such step is turning off Bluetooth and changing AirDrop Permissions to "Receiving Off." If you need further help, please review AirDrop functions on Apple's website.
Revisiting the Use of Plastic Barriers in Our Classrooms
The time has probably come to take down the plastic barriers that are on students' desks. Certainly, when less was known about the spread of coronavirus these dividers seemed like a plausible solution. Now that we know there is not enough scientific data to support their effectiveness, it's probably time to reevaluate. Many of our students are having difficulty seeing through the hazy and worn film causing obstruction to the learning. We would like to have the students take them down so that they can see the smartboards more clearly. Every student is masked which is helping us to mitigate the spread of the virus. If you would like for the barrier to remain on your child's desk, please reach out to their teacher. Thank you for your understanding.
Student Address Verification
Please review your the note below from Interim Superintendent Dr. Fernandez.
"As noted below, "In accordance with the applicable State statutes, regulations and JCBOE Policy Nos. 5111 & 5118, the JCBOE is vested with the authority to determine that a student is not entitled to a free education in the District and, consequently, to remove the student from any of the District’s schools,
including the District’s Early Childhood child care providers.
In addition, please be advised further that a determination that a student was not eligible to a free education from the Jersey City Public Schools may result in a parent being assessed tuition for the entire period of time the student was ineligible. This assessment may span multiple school years."
REMINDER: Voluntary Student COVID Testing
We had a successful testing for a majority of students this past Wednesday. Those who had a hard time were notified by robocall and their teacher.
Should you like to sign up your child for testing, please complete this registration at this link:
Our School Code is: RDJ001
The last day to sign up for the 2/9 testing is Monday, February 7th in order to facilitate an orderly testing for all students. Any signups completed after 1/31 will be added for the testing on Wednesday, February 9th. Once you have signed up, you don't need to sign up again.
The testing is for any student regardless of vaccination status. The district did not make any distinction at this time. If there is a concern for a need, we will adjust as any decisions are made.
Students who have had COVID-19 within the last 90 days are SHOULD NOT test until they have passed the 90-day window.If your child had COVID, please ensure you've reported it to Nurse Stone to prevent any confusion with positive results from testing.
We are working hard to keep everyone as safe as possible. Please continue to communicate any and all needs you have and we will do our very best to help you and your child as we always have. Thank you for your cooperation and support!
We had a successful testing for a majority of students this past Wednesday. Those who had a hard time were notified by robocall and their teacher.
Should you like to sign up your child for testing, please complete this registration at this link:
Our School Code is: RDJ001
The last day to sign up for the 2/9 testing is Monday, February 7th in order to facilitate an orderly testing for all students. Any signups completed after 1/31 will be added for the testing on Wednesday, February 9th. Once you have signed up, you don't need to sign up again.
The testing is for any student regardless of vaccination status. The district did not make any distinction at this time. If there is a concern for a need, we will adjust as any decisions are made.
Students who have had COVID-19 within the last 90 days are SHOULD NOT test until they have passed the 90-day window.
If your child had COVID, please ensure you've reported it to Nurse Stone to prevent any confusion with positive results from testing.
We are working hard to keep everyone as safe as possible. Please continue to communicate any and all needs you have and we will do our very best to help you and your child as we always have. Thank you for your cooperation and support!
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