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Click the links below to see the websites for each school.
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I hope you have an amazing weekend. Homecoming week is finally here. Check out the community parade on Saturday. Be sure to check the website and email for any updates regarding the parade in the event of inclement weather. There is a great deal of information in this edition that will cover events happening during the next two weeks. Be sure to read the early dismissal dates that are on the calendar.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. Awareness is very important and can make a difference. Although this is the last day in October, it is important that we keep awareness going year round. Please do monthly exams and get your annual mammogram. Early detection is key.
Have a great weekend. Be safe!
Liz
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Modified Schedule Reminder
District Wide Early Dismissal Reminder
 Just a reminder that ALL schools will have an early dismissal onFriday, October 31, 2014
Afternoon Staff PD
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Modified Schedule Reminder
School Closing Reminder
 Just a reminder that ALL schools will be CLOSED on
Tuesday, Nov. 4 -Election Day
(Don't forget to vote!)
Full day Staff PD
Thursday, Nov. 6
Friday, Nov. 7
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Township Curfew
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 Burlington Twp PD advising that juvenile curfew times from Oct 28th- Nov 2nd are to 10p-5a.
Burlington Twp PD advising that juvenile curfew times from Oct 28th- Nov 2nd are to 10p-5a.
To help ensure a safe community during Halloween, there will be extra patrols.
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Fall Festival
 One of our community partners is sponsoring a free event this evening for the children.
Fun * Games * Prizes and much more! |
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Be Smart and Be Safe
Tips for Halloween
 Below you will find some very important Halloween safety tips for you and your trick-or-treaters.
Halloweeen Health and Safety Tips
from the CDC.
Swords, knives, and similar costume accessories should be short, soft, and flexible.
Avoid trick-or-treating alone. Walk in groups or with a trusted adult.
Fasten reflective tape to costumes and bags to help drivers see you.
Examine all treats for choking hazards and tampering before eating them. Limit the amount of treats you eat.
Hold a flashlight while trick-or-treating to help you see and others see you. Always WALK and don't run from house to house.
Always test make-up in a small area first. Remove it before bedtime to prevent possible skin and eye irritation.
Look both ways before crossing the street. Use established crosswalks wherever possible.
Lower your risk for serious eye injury by not wearing decorative contact lenses.
Only walk on sidewalks whenever possible, or on the far edge of the road facing traffic to stay safe.
Wear well-fitting masks, costumes, and shoes to avoid blocked vision, trips, and falls.
Eat only factory-wrapped treats. Avoid eating homemade treats made by strangers.
Enter homes only if you're with a trusted adult.
Never walk near lit candles or luminaries. Be sure to wear flame-resistant costumes.
Other Helpful Resources:
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Breast Cancer Resource Corner
Early Detection is the key!
 October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. It is very important to be proactive and educated about breast cancer. Monthly self breast exams are critical and could mean the difference between life and death. It is vital that women follow the mammography recommendations. Many women in our community have battled breast cancer and have won. We also have many who we remember for their valiant fight against this disease. We will continue to support those who are fighting the battle. Many of us have had scares and realize the importance of early detection. Early detection is the key. Don't wait for a scare to begin the practice of monthly self-exams. It is very easy to perform monthly self-exams and it only takes a few minutes. These few minutes can save your life or the life of someone you love.
Share the websites below with someone you love. This could be the greatest gift you ever give.
Susan G. Koman Foundation
National Breast Cancer Foundation
American Cancer Society
How to Perform a Breast Self Exam
Male Breast Cancer
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Falcon Flyer Subscription Updates
 I would like to thank you personally for taking the time to update your profile. My goal is to ensure you have all the information you need for the schools and our community.
If you have any questions or are not receiving the school newsletter specific to your child's school, in addition to the Falcon Flyer and NewsFlash, please contact me personally and I will assist you. If you have recently emailed me regarding your schools, you should now be receiving the correct schools. If you are still not receiving the specific schools, please email me. |
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Homecoming 2014
Welcome Back Home BTHS Alumni
Don't miss the BTHS Homecoming Parade on Saturday, Nov. 1
10:10 A.M. Kick off
Check the website for updates in the event of inclement weather.
Parade route: Starts on Salem Road and Cedar Lane, proceeds to Mill Road, Wall Rd., to Fountain Ave.
Homecoming Game:
Holy Cross vs. BT
1:10 PM - Band Pre-Game
1:25 - Coin Toss
Edward J. Steinmetz Stadium
Honoring the Past...Soaring
Towards the Future
50 Years of Excellence!
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Twitter Correction
@BurlTwpSchools
Would you like to receive a text notification each time we tweet? Don't have Twitter? 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 @BurlTwpSchools 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.
 We have a new Twitter feature coming soon for BT sports. You will be able to follow each sport without having a Twitter account by simply using your cell phone's text messaging feature. You will be able to get sport updates for the sports you choose to follow. Stay tuned!
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New Jersey Orators
 The New Jersey Orators, a non-profit organization established over two decades ago, is the voice of New Jersey. Youth from 7 - 18 years of age learn the art of public speaking and effective communication.
About the Organization
New Jersey Orators, Inc. is a non-profit 501 (c) (3) volunteer organization founded in 1985 by a small group of New Jersey African-American corporate executives who set out to improve the language skills primarily of African-American youth, from ages 7 to 18 years, in preparation for roles of leadership and employment.
The prime objectives of the program are
- language mastery in seven categories of public speaking
- enhancement of self-esteem
- assistance in career selection
- engagement of parents in their children's development
Orator training consists of 40 weeks of one-hour meetings coinciding with the school year and participation in statewide competitions. With an annual membership of almost 500 students, there are chapters throughout the State of New Jersey (Burlington/Willingboro is our local chapter). This chapter meets within the District.
The organization has three Critical Success Factors:
- competition performance
- depth and range of knowledge of competition categories
- high school graduation
Students are evaluated by judges, tracked by coaches in their selection and mastery of the categories, and monitored for high school completion.
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Holiday Bazaar Raffle Tickets
Turn your tickets in as soon as possible!
Holiday Bazaar
Saturday, November 15
9:00-3:00 P.M.
BTMS Middle School
HOLIDAY BAZAAR RAFFLE
Saturday, November 15, 2014 Drawing 2:30 pm
The Holiday Bazaar is Saturday, November 15th from 9 am to 3 pm. It will end with our Raffle Grand Prize drawing! This is the moment we are all waiting for! Dollars for Scholars needs your help to sell as many raffle tickets as you can! Help us make this event a success.
Tickets are $5.00 each, and the raffle prizes are as follows:
GRAND PRIZE.....$1000.00 worth of Gift Certificates
$100.00 each of the following Gift Certificates:
Applebee's, Recovery Zone, Friday's, Casa Mari, Wedgwood,
Walmart, Target, Kohl's, Home Depot, Toys R Us
Please return your tickets and money in an envelope marked DFS RAFFLE to your child's school (Main Office) as soon as they are sold. All unsold tickets must be returned by Thursday, November 13th. Make checks payable to: Burlington Township Dollars for Scholars.
If you need additional tickets, please contact:
Domenic Zulla 280-6447 or your child's main office secretary
Thank you for supporting the children of Burlington Township;
they will be the real winners!
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Y.A.C. 23rd Annual Science Fair
Annual Science & Math Fair
Students in grades K-12 this year will participate in a very competitive, creative and educational science fair. Students from around Burlington County will compete to show off their creativity and their knowledge in the fields of Science, Math, and Engineering.
Students in grades K-12 are invited to submit individual, team or family projects for review by a distinguished panel of judges. The closing ceremony includes awarding trophies and Special Recognition. This event also helps bring together a number of organizations to provide information to the parents of our students about valuable youth resources throughout the county. This is a very fun event and we encourage everyone to participate in our 23rd Annual Science and Math Fair. Hope to see you there!
Click here for complete details and online registration.
Click the tab for the Science Fair
ALL REGISTRATION FORMS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY:
November 28, 2014.
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Sponsor a Family for Thanksgiving
Make a Difference During the Holiday Season
 Sponsor a Family for Thanksgiving 2014
Location & Hours:
Burlington Center Mall, Route 541 side, ground floor, 2501 Route 541
Store #167, Burlington, NJ 08016
The BTFP is open 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. on Wednesdays
The Burlington Township Food Pantry
provides Thanksgiving dinner for families
in need. We invite you to help us by
sponsoring a family. Your donation of $50
will supply a family with:
* Turkey and gravy
* Green vegetables
* Corn
* Cranberry and apple sauce
* Pasta and sauce
* A Dessert
Consider asking a family member, friend, or neighbor to join the effort and split the cost. Any
donation amount will be accepted and is greatly appreciated.
Make check payable to:
Burlington Township Food Pantry
P.O. Box 1394
Burlington, NJ 08016
OR
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The Food Pantry Needs Your Help!
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: 1-888-847-3278.
Burlington Township
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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Race for the Hungry
 Race for the Hungry Holiday 5K 9 a.m., December 6, 2014 Green Acres Park, Burlington Click here to register.
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Don't Miss the Annual "Apple" Raffle
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