BTHS Guidance Department
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We are proud to announce the launching of the BTHS Guidance Department Facebook page. This page will provide families with another avenue to get important information regarding college, scholarships, and careers. We continue to find ways to enhance our communications. Check out the page and be sure to like it!
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| |  In an effort to further enhance our ability to communicate with our parents and community, the District has joined Twitter. We will Tweet direct links to the Newsletter and notify you via Twitter of any emergency closing or other important news. Our goal is to increase our ways of communicating with you.
 Please follow us on Twitter @ BurlTwpSchools.
Would you like to receive a text notification each time we tweet? No worries. You can receive tweets without an account by using the Twitter 40404 feature.
40404 allows you to get tweeted messages directly through text without a Twitter account. Any tweets sent out by the district can easily be accessed through text. Simply text @burltwpsch to 40404 and you will receive a message when we send out a tweet and be able to view the content in its entirety.
Please note that BTSD does not charge for this feature, but every mobile phone plan is different. Any text messaging fees that apply from your mobile carrier will be your responsibility and not the responsibility of the school district.
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| Child Find for Special Education Services | |
Special Education Services: Students with disabilities that significantly impact upon their educational progress may be eligible for special education and related services. Upon referral, the Child Study Team (School Psychologist, Learning Consultant and Social Worker) will meet with the family to discuss concerns and to determine if evaluation is necessary. If a student is found to be eligible, an Individual Education Program (I.E.P.) will be developed to meet the educational needs of the student. Programs may include accommodations and modifications in the general education setting to small class instruction with a special education teacher. All decisions regarding the IEP are discussed at least annually and the parent/guardian is encouraged to be an active participant in the process.
Preschool for Students with Disabilities: Do you suspect that your child is slow in developing language or find he/she is having difficulty socializing with others? Your child may be eligible for the Burlington Township School District's Preschool Disabilities Program. This program is open to children between the ages of 3 and 4 years 11 months. For further information contact the Child Study Team Office at 609 387 3955 ext. 2060 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
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| YMCA Pre-K Program | |
 The YMCA of Burlington and Camden Counties will be operating a Pre-Kindergarten program in the Fountain Woods Elementary School. The program will run Monday through Friday from 7:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. for the duration of the school year. Well-trained and qualified YMCA staff will prepare your child for Kindergarten through utilization of the Creative Curriculum, providing a safe and fun environment, and developing the whole child throughout the year, a sure recipe for success!
This is a not a school sponsored program. Please direct all questions to Janette Kelly, Early Child Care Assistant Director 856-231-9622 ext. 339. The YMCA is currently taking registrations. SPACE IS LIMITED! CALL TODAY!
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Learning Resource Center
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Parents please take advantage of these valuable online resources to supplement your student's educational experiences. If you have a great website that you would like to share for any grade level or academic area, please email it to Liz Scott.
Khan Academy
Learn almost anything for free
(This is a great resource to help your child with reading and studying for tests.)
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Community Resource
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social services for children and families. This is a valuable community resource for our families who may need any type of assistance. Please take a moment to view this website. Feel free to share these resources with someone who may benefit.
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| New Golden Falcon Club Cards | | 
Are you a senior citizen?
Do you have the new free access card?
Contact Liz Scott today to become a member of the Golden Falcon Card Club. This card will entitle you to guest admission to all school sponsored events.
Liz Scott
609-387-3955
ext. 2074
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| BOE Work Sessions |
NOTICE OF PUBLIC WORK SESSION MEETINGS
BURLINGTON TOWNSHIP BOARD OF EDUCATION
Notice is hereby given that the Burlington Township Board of Education will hold its monthly work session meetings during the school year according to the schedule below. All monthly meetings will be public and will convene at 6:00 P.M. in the Hopkins Building Board of Education conference room located at 700 Jacksonville Road, Burlington, NJ.
Nov. 12
Dec. 10
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| Board of Education
Public Meeting
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Notice is hereby given that the Burlington Township Board of Education will hold its regular monthly meetings during the school year according to the schedule that appears below. All monthly meetings will be public and will convene at 7:00 P.M. in the
Burlington Township High School Hopkins Building Cafeteria located at 700 Jacksonville Rd., Burlington, NJ.
Oct. 22
Nov. 19
Dec. 17
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Board of Education Resource Center
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| Family Association
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Be sure to join your family associations. Get involved!
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| We Tip |
We Tip is a collaborative program between the schools and police which allows community  members to make anonymous phone reports of potential crimes that may impact on our schools. Calls may be placed to the We Tip call center by dialing:
1-800-78-CRIME.
A trained We Tip operator will take the report, and convey the information to the schools and law enforcement for appropriate action. Posters advertising the program are displayed throughout our schools. |
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The Food Pantry needs your help. The 3rd Monday of every month from 11 A.M. - 12 P.M., the pantry receives a large food supply truck. Help is needed to unload the truck. If you are able to provide assistance, please call this number for more details: 1-800-847-3278.
The Burlington Township Food Pantry offers food pickup every Wednesday.
9:00am to 11:00am
Burlington Center Mall
Rt 541 side, ground floor
to the right of the Main Entrance
2501 Rt. 541
Burlington, NJ
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HIB Reporting Tool
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The Burlington Township School District strongly believes that student safety is a fundamental right. Students must be given the opportunity to learn in an environment of trust and support. To that end, we fully embrace the newly-enacted Anti-Bullying Bill of Rights and related board policies.
If a parent or student believes bullying has occurred, the matter should immediately be reported to the Principal, Vice Principal, and/or School Anti-Bullying Specialist.
Parents are also able to report incidents by using the District online tool.
Click here to access the HIB Reporting Tool.
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| Quick Links |
It's anonymous and
makes a difference.
The entire community is encouraged to use We Tip to report crimes. It's anonymous and makes a difference.
Call 1-800-78-CRIME |
School Hours
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Please note the start time of school for each of our buildings. It is very important that students arrive on time to school.
Young School
9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Fountain Woods
8:30 AM -3:00 PM
BTMS
8:00 AM - 2:30 PM
BTHS
7:20 AM - 2:00 PM
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Early Closing Schedule
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Please note the early dismissal times of schools for each of our buildings.
Young School
1:00 P.M.
Fountain Woods
12:30 P.M.
BTMS
12:00 P.M.
BTHS
11:16 A.M.
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School Websites
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New School Websites
Have you seen the new school websites? Click the links below to see the new looks for each building.
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| Check us out on Facebook | |  The Burlington Township School District has launched an official Facebook page. Check us out and follow all of the exciting news in the District.
There are hundreds of photos on our page that you will not see anywhere else. Don't miss out on an ounce of news or photos! |
| We Need Your Box Tops | | |
Please send in your Box Tops for Education. If you do not  have children in the district, you can still make a difference by sending your Box Tops to Liz Scott. She will get them to the schools. These Box Tops go a long way in providing resources for our children. Box Tops can be mailed to:
Liz Scott
Burlington Township Schools
PO Box 428
Burlington, NJ 08016
A special thanks to all of our community members who continuously mail them to us. Our children would like to thank you for making a difference and caring enough. |
| Sports Quick Links | 
For more information on all of our athletic program schedules, please visit the following website:
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| YSFA | YSFA Meeting Dates
7:00 P.M. YS Media Center Visit the website for more info. |
| FWFA | FWFA Meeting Dates
7:00 P.M. FWS Cafeteria Visit the website for more info. |
| MSFA | MSFA Meeting Dates
7:00 PM BTMS Rm. B101
Visit the website for more info. |
BTHS Family Association
| BTHS Family Assoc.
Meeting Dates 6:30 P.M. High School Media Center Visit the website for more info. |
| BT Recreation Winter Registrations | | |
Registrations are now being accepted for the Winter. Drop your form off at the Rec building today!
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Calendar Updates
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| Calendar at a Glance | |
You never have to miss an event in BT. Click the link below to see what is happening in every building seven days a week.
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Channel 6 Save a Life
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Burlington Township participates in the Channel 6 ABC Save A Life Program. As a result of this program, free smoke detectors are available to any resident of Burlington Township who needs them. Contact the Fire Department (609-239-5851) to receive them.
If you do not have smoke detectors in your home, please make this phone call today. If you know someone in your neighborhood without smoke detectors, save a life and pass this information along. Remember to check the batteries in your detectors regularly.
The fire department will also make arrangements to install your fire detector. You can also have a home safety inspection completed by the experts.
These few steps could save a life.
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I hope that your year is off to an amazing start. There is a great deal of news you can use in this Falcon Flyer. Check out some of the photos that have been taken this year. Be sure to support all of the events that are going on this weekend.
Have a great weekend!
Liz
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Happy Birthday Pooh
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Mrs. Leibowtiz's Kindergarten class celebrated Winnie the Pooh's birthday in "pooh-tastic" style. The children enjoyed a "pooh-rific" day of fun celebrating the cuddly bear's birthday! Happy birthday Winnie the Pooh!
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| The Harlem Wizards are Back! | |
They're Back!!!!! The Harlem Wizards will be taking on the FWS  Renaissance Stars again on October 21st at 7:00 P.M.
The rumor has been confirmed that one of our Fountain  Woods students, John Mastin has been recruited and will play for the Harlem Wizards against the FWS Renaissance Stars. Is there any chance that the Stars will be able to steal John back for the home team? Wizards tickets are going fast! Don't miss out!
Order your preferred seating or general admission tickets online at www.harlemwizards.com or click here to order.
We are once again offering a VIP ticket option that includes a meet and greet with a player as well as pre-game snacks. VIP tickets cannot be ordered online. This is sure to be a night you will not soon forget. If you had fun last year, you won't believe what they have in store for us this year. Bring the entire family for a night of laughs, fun, and tricks.
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| BTHS Grad Comes Back Home to Talk STEM | | 
Special thanks to Luke Capritti, BTHS Graduate, for returning home to conduct a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) TALK with students in Mrs. Smith and Mr. Craft's class. He talked about his BTHS experiences and how they helped to shape his success. Luke also engaged the students in conversations about Stem Careers. Luke talked about how developing good work habits helped prepare him for college. He discussed the process of choosing the right college and encouraged the students to investigate STEM, STEM careers and STEM products. He ended his presentation by showing the students some of the projects he is working on, along with photos of the vehicle his engineering team is designing. He passed around various 3D printer creations and a prototype solar powered cellphone case for the students to examine, and handle. Our graduates continue to make us proud. The Falcon is flying high.
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| Fire Safety Week | | 
A special thank you to our Fire Department for educating our students about fire safety. Thank you for all that you do for our community. Be sure to ask your children about the valuable lessons they learned about fire safety this week.
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| Have You Seen the Gingerbread Man? | | 
Run, run, run as fast as you can. You can't catch me, I'm the Gingerbread Man. This Gingerbread Man met his match at Young School. They caught him in Dr. King's office. |
| Paying Tribute to SiSi | | 
Sisi's soccer team paid tribute to her memory and supported the Siani Strong Foundation at the opening day games for all 3 girls teams. The Freshman team presented Mr. & Mrs. McCurry with Sisi's jersey, and a soccer ball that was signed by the entire team. Siani was very passionate about soccer, having played from the time she could kick the ball until her illness prevented her from playing. She had incredible courage and a fighting spirit. She inspired all she came in contact with to never give up. The team marched across the field linked arm in arm with the visiting Moorestown team right behind them to pay tribute to an amazing young lady.
These are the words written by the students to honor their teammate:
This year, Siani would have been a freshman attending Burlington Township High School and playing for the HS soccer team. For those who knew Siani, she had an unbelievable passion for soccer. Her courage, faith and spirit impacted so many people's lives both close and far.
Siani McCurry is a:
Hero, inspiration, strong, loving, brave, hilarious, dedicated, courageous, beautiful, talented, selfless, intelligent, unique, unforgettable, spontaneous, sassy, honest, witty, giving, caring, everyone's favorite, athletic, determined, loyal, confident, our leader.
While Siani cannot be here with us today in person, she will always be looking over us...(pause) as we tie our cleats, walk onto the field, and give our best just like she did everyday. Although there are many people that never got to meet Siani her memory, stories and strength live with us all.
To remember this special girl, the Girl's soccer team would like to present an honorary jersey and a soccer ball signed by all the players in the program to the McCurry family.
Together, we can all help Siani and her family "Kick that Junk!"
Thank you and Please support the Siani Strong Foundation!
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| Carnival for a Cause - Remembering SiSi | | 
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| Shred It Event | | |
Burlington Township Police Department
in partnership with Burlington Township Public Works Department
Presents
Shred It Event 2014
Secure document shredding service provided by Guardian Document Destruction Co.
Saturday, October 18, 2014
10AM-1PM
Location: Burlington Township Municipal Building
851 Old York Road, Burlington
Open to all Burlington Township residents.
Also on location, the following from 10AM-2PM:
-Burlington County Sheriff's Department-
Child safety seat inspections and informational display
-Endeavor Emergency Squad-
Informational display
-Mayor's Health and Wellness Campaign, Annual Health Fair-
Free flu-shots, blood pressure screenings, HIV screenings, cancer screenings, dental hygiene information, Veterans Affairs information, Hospice care information
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| Mayor's Health and Wellness Campaign | | 
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| Attention Class of 2015 | | |
Parents and Guardians Project Graduation provides a safe and alcohol-free/chemical-free celebration for the BTHS Graduating Class.
WE NEED YOUR HELP! Please consider being part of the team that makes Project Graduation a success.You can help by:
*Volunteering your time and talents.
*Considering heading an event or fundraiser.
*Sharing and helping to plan a fundraising activity.
*Contacting local businesses for support/donations.
*Donating prizes.*Donating items for fundraisers.
*Attending and/or participating in fundraisers.
*Making a donation. No donation is too small and all are graciously accepted.
*Attending planning meetings.Meetings start at 7:00 P.M. and are held in the HS Media Center on:
October 23rd
November 20th January 22nd
February 19th March 26th April 23rd May 27th June TBA
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Homecoming PG volunteers will be working the concession stands at the Homecoming Football Game on November 1st.
We will need both adult and student (seniors) to work. You need not be there the entire time. We will have two shifts available.
We are also looking for large slushy machines that can be loaned to us on that day.
Flamingo Flocking This project has the potential to raise a few thousand dollars! However we need a team that is willing to help "flock". This means actually putting the flamingos on lawns as orders come in.
The Holiday Bazaar PG will be hosting concessions as well as a basket/prize raffle on November 15th. We need volunteers to help on the day of the bazaar. We also need donations for the basket /prize raffle. Please consider donating a gift basket (movie item basket, board game basket or any appropriately themed basket). Be creative! You can donate on your own or together with friends to create the basket. If you are not comfortable putting the basket together, just give us all of the items and we will be happy to put them all together. The more we have, the more successful this fundraiser will be.
Curb Painting We are in the process of arranging this fundraiser. We will need adult volunteers to paint house numbers on the curbs of those requesting the service. We are anticipating one day per month (depending on demand) and you need not volunteer for every time. These numbers make it easier to locate your home in the event of an emergency and will be done under township guidelines.
Please contact Beth at 609 386-0719 or Maryann at 609 747-0725 if you have questions and to volunteer for one of these (or future) Project Graduation Fundraising events.
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| Wall of Heroes | | 
Fountain Woods Elementary School pay tribute to our local heroes to remember 9/11.
The students at FWS remembered our heroes on the 13th anniversary of 9-11. Tribute and thanks were given to our local heroes! ----Thank you for your service.
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| Honoring the Past...Soaring Towards the Future! | | This year marks the 50th anniversary of the opening of the Burlington Township High School. If you are an alumni of Burlington Township High, served on the Board of Education, or were a teacher/staff member at any point during the past 50 years, we want to hear from you.
We are looking to create a data base so we are able to share important information regarding the 50th Anniversary celebration. Click this link to check in. Click here to read the 50th Anniversary Falcon Flyer Edition. |
| Parent Portal | |  Parent Portal is now available. Please be sure to use this valuable tool to monitor student progress and establish and maintain ongoing communications with your child's teachers.
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| Britishmania Concert | |  The Burlington Township Foundation thanks everyone who supported the Britishmania fundraiser concert; whether you volunteered your time, purchased a sponsorship package, or bought your ticket to the show, it was greatly appreciated.
This event was a huge success and enjoyed by so many! The concert raised funds to put mobile devices into the hands of our students and we look forward to getting the first devices out to the school district. Each classroom set of devices costs about $7,000. We still have plenty of work ahead of us before we can outfit classrooms throughout the school buildings, but it is great to see this first step, as we get ready to continue the journey.
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| Start Kids Smart | | Special thank you to the BTHS cheerleaders for their assistance with the Burlington Rotary Start Kids Smart Program. This program has benefited hundreds of students in our area over the years.
The importance of a student starting the school year with the necessary supplies to promote learning cannot be understated. The materials provided to our students allow them to start the school year SMART, with confidence that they are prepared to learn throughout the year.
Our cheerleaders gave back to the community by packing 200 backpacks this year. The donations by our community members are greatly appreciated.
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