Welcome
Welcome to the Florence Township School District website. As Superintendent of Schools, I am extremely proud to work alongside such dedicated staff. Together, we look forward to continuing our collaboration with parents and the community to benefit all students.
Donna Ambrosius, Superintendent of Schools
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We Recycle! – TerraCycle: Roebling Elementary School
Florence Community Riverfront School celebrates literacy
Author Visit for Literacy Month
Books vs. badges for holiday fundraiser in Florence
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Commissioner of Education Designates
FLORENCE TOWNSHIP PUBLIC SCHOOLS
AS “HIGH PERFORMING”
PURSUANT TO NJQSAC
Pursuant to the requirements on N.J.A.C. 6A:30 the Florence Township School District has undergone the Quality Single Accountability Continuum (QSAC) district performance review. Based on that performance review, Commissioner Cerf has placed the district on a continuum in five areas: instruction and program, fiscal management, operations, personnel and governance.
The Florence Township School district has satisfied at least 80% of the weighted indicators in each of the five areas of the QSAC review process and has been designated as “high performing”.
Please see the attached placement scores.
Upcoming events
Walk Now for Autism Speaks
May 18, 2013
Go to the website and join our team, Florence Township Schools, for the 2013 Walk Now for Autism Speaks: Southern New Jersey. To visit our team web page please Follow This Link. Signing up for our team does not mean that you have to fundraise or walk with us. However, if you would like to walk with us, we would love you to join us! Our goal this year is to have the most members recruited for our team- help us reach that goal!
If you would like any additional information or have any questions regarding the walk or this fundraiser, please do not hesitate to contact Frank Birney by e-mail at: fbirney@florence.k12.nj.us.
We look forward to having the Florence Township School District come together to support this wonderful cause!
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Rachel’s Challenge
The Florence Township School District is excited to return Rachel’s Challenge again this year.
Rachel’s Challenge exists to equip and inspire individuals to replace acts of violence, bullying, and negativity with acts of respect, kindness, and compassion. Rachel’s Challenge is based on the life and writings of Rachel Joy Scott who was the first victim of the Columbine school shootings in 1999. Through her example, Rachel’s Challenge is making a positive impact in the lives of millions of people every year.
We bring Rachel’s Challenge into our schools because we want to stop and be pro-active on problems facing students every day such as: bullying, student isolation, teen suicide, discrimination, school violence, and increased disciplinary actions. Through powerful presentations, trainings, community events, and professional development, Rachel’s Challenge provides the sustainable solution.
Rachel’s inspiring story provides a simple, yet powerful example of how small acts of kindness and acceptance motivate us to consider our relationships with the people we come in contact with every day. Rachel’s Challenge renews our hope that our life has meaning and purpose. Rachel’s story gives us permission to start our own chain reaction of kindness and compassion, which positively affects the climate in our schools and communities.
Please review the great things our students and staff are doing to create a positive climate in our community!
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The Florence Township Schools, in cooperation with Sodexo, will follow the new school lunch standards:
2012-2013 Free Reduced Lunch Application
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Anti-Bullying Bill of Rights
Below is our district HIB contact information and a link to a document entitled Guidance for Schools on Implementing the Anti-Bullying Bill of Rights Act. This document was developed in consultation with the Division on Civil Rights and the New Jersey Department of Law and Public Safety, as well as experts on the subjects of bullying, school climate and culture. The Florence Township school district is committed to providing a safe and supportive school environment in which all students can learn and succeed.
| District Anti-Bullying Coordinator | |
| Mr. Dan Dooley 1330 Hornberger Avenue |
Principal Roebling Elementary School |
| Roebling, NJ 08554 | DDooley@florence.k12.nj.us |
| (609) 499-4640 ext. 3153 | |
| Anti-bullying Specialist Riverfront School: | Rachel Taylor or Sara Trombly |
| Anti-bullying Specialist Florence Memorial High School: | Lonney Brown or Nancy Sebastian |
| Anti-bullying Specialist Roebling School: | Sara Trombly or Rachael Fruman |
| To report HIB please review and complete the HIBster reporting form: | HIB Reporting Form |
| Guidance for Schools on Implementing the Anti-Bullying Bill of Rights Act | |
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DISPLACED STUDENTS
With the devastation caused by the hurricane, there will be a significant increase in the number of displaced families.
Anyone seeking assistants for displaced students or need information please contact Mr. Frank Birney, Director of Special Services at
609-499-4600 ext. 2015.
Resource for talking to kids about Hurricane Sandy
Helping children cope in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy
The effects of Hurricane Sandy are still being felt by thousands of New Jerseyans, and we want to provide as much support as possible. Hurricane Sandy was the worst storm to hit New Jersey. It has created a great deal of stress, frustration, and anxiety for families, especially those with younger children. There are many services and resources available to help. The state departments of Children and Families, Education, Health, and Human Services, along with other partners are committed to helping.
Hurricane Sandy Children’s Flyer
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Support for Families from the New Jersey Department of Education FEMA Registration Flyer Mold Removal OSHA Fact Sheet As parents or guardians, you want nothing more than an excellent education for your children. At the NJ Department of Education, we want nothing more than to help you achieve this! We have created a family-focused web site at www.NJFamilies.com with resources to help you support your child’s education, and navigate your school system. We have also opened a “Help Desk” which can be reached through the parent menu option of our toll-free number: 877-900- 6960.
Let’s work together for the good of our children. Please sign up for our mailing list on our web site at http://www.state.nj.us/education/ or join our mailing list here. We look forward to helping you help your children. ————————————————————————————————————————————————— |
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In complaince with NJDOE please click to review the Title 1 Action Plan
In complaince with NJDOE Special education implementation please click here
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