This week marked our first full week of the school year! Both students and staff are steadily settling into classroom routines, and we're diving into the flow of teaching and learning. While saying goodbye to summer can be bittersweet, it's uplifting to see the school buzzing with enthusiastic students, fully engaged in their learning journey.
We're also excited to see our "Bucket Filling" initiative successfully taking off! It's been heartwarming to witness students around the building performing acts of kindness, supporting one another, and truly embracing the spirit of filling each other's buckets. The positive energy is contagious, and it’s a wonderful way to kick off the year!
Monday night, our PTO hosted their first general membership meeting, along with the Homeroom Parent Volunteer Meeting. It was wonderful to see so many familiar faces returning, as well as new faces eager to get involved for the first time. The energy in the room was fantastic, with parents and volunteers excited to contribute to the many events and initiatives that make our school such a special place. We're grateful for the dedication and enthusiasm of our PTO and the broader parent community—they truly help enhance the experience for all our students!
Wednesday morning, our students and staff observed a moment of silence in remembrance of the events of September 11th. It was a time for reflection and unity as we honored the lives lost and the heroes who emerged on that tragic day. This solemn moment allowed us to come together as a community and reflect on the importance of kindness, resilience, and peace.
Wednesday evening's Back to School Night was a great success! It was wonderful to see so many parents and guardians in attendance, eager to connect with our teachers and learn more about the exciting year ahead. It was a fantastic opportunity for us to connect with you and share insights into our school's exciting plans for the year ahead. We hope you found the presentations informative, and that you were able to meet your child's dedicated teachers. Your active participation on Back to School Night reinforces our commitment to building a strong partnership between home and school. Together, we will continue to create a nurturing and enriching educational experience for your child. If you have any questions or feedback, please don't hesitate to reach out. We look forward to working together to make this school year a truly memorable one for our students. Thank you for being part of our wonderful Cucinella community!
We closed out the week with the PTO's Family Fun Night! A huge thank you to everyone who attended and made it such a memorable evening. Special thanks to our amazing volunteers who dedicated their time and energy to ensure the event was a success. Your support and enthusiasm truly made the night one to remember.
Lastly, we wanted to acknowledge our "Bucket Fillers" of the week. Each week students earn slips for their good deeds and are entered into a raffle to win prizes and acknowledgments from the school community. These students were caught demonstrating our core values and were recognized for their actions.
PreK- Sabine Cohen
Kindergarten- Evie Draghi
1st Grade- Julianna DeVito
2nd Grade- Penny Nelson
3rd Grade- Lucas Mooney
4th Grade- Dominic Roberti
5th Grade- Avi Sheth
Wishing you a wonderful week ahead,
Christopher Perruso
Principal
Monday starts our SPECIALS on Day 2
Upcoming Events:
9/17 - Red Grammar Day at Cucinella
9/17 LVMS Back to School Night
9/18 - 9/20 BOE Special Meetings- Superintendent Search 6:30PM LVMS Library
10/3 Rosh Hashanah- Schools Closed
10/7 PTO Sponsored FUN RUN
10/7 PTO General Membership Meeting 7:00PM BAC Media Center
10/14 No School for Students- Staff Professional Development Day
10/15 School Spirit Day- Wear your Cucinella Spirit Wear
10/15 SEPAG Meeting 7:00PM LVMS Library More info here
10/17 Picture Day
10/25 Trunk or Treat PTO Family Fun Night
10/31 Halloween Parade
11/4-11/6 Parent Teacher Conference Early Dismissal Schedule for Students
11/7 and 11/8- Schools Closed for NJEA Teacher's Convention
11/11 PTO General Membership Meeting 7:00PM BAC Media Center
