Good morning, Willingboro families!
Please log in today, Thursday, November 12, at 10:00 a.m. for our virtual Parenting Skills and Strategies workshop. We’ll share practical tips for smoothing daily routines, setting clear limits, and helping children through transitions.
The workshop runs from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. and is open to families of children in Pre-K through 3rd grade.
Click this link to join the virtual room:
https://meet.google.com/dmt-jube-uir
See you soon!
Alen Medina
Community Parent Involvement Specialist
Willingboro Public Schools Office of Early Childhood
Join us tomorrow, Thursday, November 12, from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. for our virtual Parenting Skills and Strategies workshop. Parents and caregivers of children in Pre-K through 3rd grade are invited.
We’ll share practical ways to handle everyday parenting challenges and support your child’s development at home. The workshop is hosted by the Willingboro Public Schools Office of Early Childhood in partnership with NJ4S and Legacy Treatment Services.
Join the workshop on Google Meet at 10:00 a.m., or scan the QR code on the flyer.
We hope to see you there!
Alen Medina
Community Parent Involvement Specialist
Willingboro Public Schools Office of Early Childhood
Dear Garfield East Families,
Supporting Our Children, Strengthening Our Families!
The Willingboro Township Public Schools Office of Early Childhood invites parents and caregivers to participate in our upcoming Parenting Skills and Strategies Workshop on Thursday, November 12, 2026.
This virtual workshop is designed to provide families with practical parenting strategies to help navigate everyday situations while supporting their children's growth, learning, and overall development.
Whether you're looking for new ways to approach daily challenges or simply want to strengthen your parenting skills, this workshop offers an opportunity to gain helpful information and resources.
Workshop Details
Date: Thursday, November 12, 2026
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Format: Virtual – Google Meet
Audience: Parents and caregivers of students in Pre-K through Grade 3
Join the Virtual Workshop:
https://meet.google.com/dmt-jube-uir
This Community Parent Involvement Workshop is part of our continued commitment to building strong partnerships between families and schools. By working together and sharing effective strategies, we can help create positive learning experiences and support the success of every scholar.
Strong Families. Strong Partnerships. Brighter Futures!
We encourage our families to join us for this informative session and look forward to connecting with you!
Warm regards,
Office of Early Childhood
Willingboro Township Public Schools
Dear Garfield East Families,
Supporting Our Children, Strengthening Our Families!
The Willingboro Township Public Schools Office of Early Childhood invites parents and caregivers to participate in our upcoming Parenting Skills and Strategies Workshop on Thursday, November 12, 2026.
This virtual workshop is designed to provide families with practical parenting strategies to help navigate everyday situations while supporting their children's growth, learning, and overall development.
Whether you're looking for new ways to approach daily challenges or simply want to strengthen your parenting skills, this workshop offers an opportunity to gain helpful information and resources.
Workshop Details
Date: Thursday, November 12, 2026
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Format: Virtual – Google Meet
Audience: Parents and caregivers of students in Pre-K through Grade 3
Join the Virtual Workshop:
https://meet.google.com/dmt-jube-uir
This Community Parent Involvement Workshop is part of our continued commitment to building strong partnerships between families and schools. By working together and sharing effective strategies, we can help create positive learning experiences and support the success of every scholar.
Strong Families. Strong Partnerships. Brighter Futures!
We encourage our families to join us for this informative session and look forward to connecting with you!
Warm regards,
Office of Early Childhood
Willingboro Township Public Schools
Dear Garfield East ECDC Families,
Join us for Preschool Night! Meet our faculty members, explore our curriculum and assessments, and experience learning through a preschooler’s eyes!
📅 Wednesday, October 28, 2026
🕠 5:30–7:00 p.m.
📍 J. Cresswell Stuart ECDC
70 Sunset Road, Willingboro, NJ 08046
Come explore, connect, and discover the fun of preschool learning. We can’t wait to see you!
Willingboro Township Public Schools
Office of Early Childhood
Dear Garfield East ECDC Families,
The Willingboro Township Public Schools Office of Early Childhood invites parents and families to join us for Preschool Night on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, from 5:30–7:00 p.m. at J. Cresswell Stuart ECDC.
This special evening is an opportunity for families to learn more about our Preschool Program, meet members of our faculty, and gain a better understanding of the learning experiences we provide for our youngest scholars.
During Preschool Night, families will have the opportunity to:
- Meet our faculty
- Learn about our assessment tool
- Learn about our distinguished curriculum
- Experience a day in a preschool classroom
- Learn about developmentally appropriate practices
Preschool Night
Date: Wednesday, October 28, 2026
Time: 5:30–7:00 p.m.
Location: J. Cresswell Stuart ECDC
70 Sunset Road
Willingboro, NJ 08046
We encourage our preschool families to join us for an informative evening and discover more about the programs, practices, and learning experiences that support our scholars throughout their preschool journey.
We look forward to welcoming you!
Warm regards,
Department of Early Childhood Development
Willingboro Township Public Schools
Dear Garfield East ECDC Families,
The Willingboro Township Public Schools Office of Early Childhood invites parents and families to join us for Preschool Night on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, from 5:30–7:00 p.m. at J. Cresswell Stuart ECDC.
This special evening is an opportunity for families to learn more about our Preschool Program, meet members of our faculty, and gain a better understanding of the learning experiences we provide for our youngest scholars.
During Preschool Night, families will have the opportunity to:
- Meet our faculty
- Learn about our assessment tool
- Learn about our distinguished curriculum
- Experience a day in a preschool classroom
- Learn about developmentally appropriate practices
Preschool Night
Date: Wednesday, October 28, 2026
Time: 5:30–7:00 p.m.
Location: J. Cresswell Stuart ECDC
70 Sunset Road
Willingboro, NJ 08046
We encourage our preschool families to join us for an informative evening and discover more about the programs, practices, and learning experiences that support our scholars throughout their preschool journey.
We look forward to welcoming you!
Warm regards,
Department of Early Childhood Development
Willingboro Township Public Schools
This is a friendly reminder about your child’s flu vaccine status. Please submit your child's flu vaccine documentation to the school nurse by November 30th to avoid exclusion.
If you have already submitted documentation, disregard this message.
This is a friendly reminder about your child’s flu vaccine status. Please submit your child's flu vaccine documentation to the school nurse by November 30th to avoid exclusion.
If you have already submitted documentation, disregard this message.
Good morning, Willingboro ECDC families,
Join our virtual informational session to learn how to communicate with your child’s teacher, follow classroom topics, and support learning from home by sharing your child’s work through the Teaching Strategies Family app. We will also explore resources on the district website.
Choose either session:
Today, October 14: 10:00–11:00 AM
October 21: 2:00–3:00 PM
Join here: https://meet.google.com/gqi-yvcg-twc
We look forward to seeing you!
Alen Medina
Community Parent Involvement Specialist (CPIS)
You are warmly invited to our first in-person Early Childhood Advisory Council (ECAC) meeting of the school year. Your ideas and experiences are important to us, and we would love for you to help us strengthen our Early Childhood Program.
📍 J.C. Stuart ECDC — Multipurpose Room
📅 Tomorrow
⏰ 4:30–5:30 p.m.
We hope you can join us. Your voice matters!
Dear Garfield East Families,
Get ready for an island adventure! Garfield East invites parents and guardians to join us for our upcoming “Bright Minds, Island Vibes” Parent Orientation as we prepare for an exciting new school year.
Parent Orientation will give families an opportunity to meet our staff, learn about classroom routines and expectations, explore learning opportunities, connect with other families, and receive important information for a successful school year.
In-Person Parent Orientation Schedule
Tuesday, August 18
Pre-K–Kindergarten: 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
1st Grade: 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Wednesday, August 19
2nd Grade: 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
3rd Grade: 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Virtual Parent Orientation – All Grades
Families who would like to participate virtually may join us on:
Thursday, August 20
4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Virtual Meeting Link: Will be provided soon!
Families attending in person are encouraged to get into the spirit of our “Bright Minds, Island Vibes” theme by wearing their favorite tropical colors, prints, or island-inspired attire!
At Garfield East, we are committed to one love, one school, and one purpose: safety, learning, and excellence. We look forward to welcoming our families and partnering with you for a year filled with learning, growth, and fun!
Warm regards,
Garfield East
Willingboro Township Public Schools
If you have questions or need support with:
- Transportation
- Lunch Applications and Balances
- School Follow-ups and Concerns
- Community Resources
Please join us virtually at 10:00 am. Use this link to access: https://meet.google.com/idj-ucja-ysf
Dear Chimera Community,
The Office of Early Childhood for Willingboro Township Public Schools is excited to invite families to the “Let’s Get to Know Each Other” event on Thursday, May 14, 2026.
This special gathering is an opportunity for families to connect, engage with our school community, and learn more about the programs and supports available through our Office of Early Childhood.
Event Details:
📅 Thursday, May 14, 2026
🕚 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 440 Beverly-Rancocas Road
Willingboro, NJ
We look forward to welcoming families for an afternoon of connection, conversation, and community engagement.
Warm regards,
Willingboro Township Public Schools
Dear Chimera Community,
The Office of Early Childhood for Willingboro Township Public Schools is excited to invite families to the “Let’s Get to Know Each Other” event on Thursday, May 14, 2026.
This special gathering is an opportunity for families to connect, engage with our school community, and learn more about the programs and supports available through our Office of Early Childhood.
Event Details:
📅 Thursday, May 14, 2026
🕚 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 440 Beverly-Rancocas Road
Willingboro, NJ
We look forward to welcoming families for an afternoon of connection, conversation, and community engagement.
Warm regards,
Willingboro Township Public Schools
The Office of Early Childhood for Willingboro Township Public Schools is excited to invite families to the “Let’s Get to Know Each Other” event on Wednesday, May 14, 2026.
This special gathering is an opportunity for families to connect, engage with our school community, and learn more about the programs and supports available through our Office of Early Childhood.
Event Details:
📅 Thursday, May 14, 2026
🕚 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 440 Beverly-Rancocas Road
Willingboro, NJ
We look forward to welcoming families for an afternoon of connection, conversation, and community engagement.
Warm regards,
Willingboro Township Public Schools
I hope you are doing well.
This evening, we will be hosting our workshop “Raising Emotionally Resilient Children.” This session will provide valuable insights and practical strategies to help support your child through different stages of emotional development.
We invite you to join us from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM and take advantage of this opportunity to learn new skills and connect with helpful resources.
Virtual Link: http://meet.google.com/dmt-jube-uir
We look forward to seeing you there!
Best regards,
Alen Medina, CPIS
Office of Early Childhood
The Office of Early Childhood invites parents and caregivers to participate in an upcoming virtual workshop focused on supporting young children’s emotional development.
🧠 Raising Emotionally Resilient Children
Understanding Tantrums & Meltdowns in Children Ages 3–8
📅 Date: Tuesday, May 5, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
💻 Location: Virtual
🔗 Join Here: http://meet.google.com/dmt-jube-uir
This informative session will help families better understand the differences between tantrums and meltdowns, while providing practical tools and strategies to support children as they learn to manage their emotions.
👨👩👧 What You’ll Learn:
How to recognize and respond to tantrums vs. meltdowns
Ways to support emotional development and self-regulation
Techniques such as calming strategies, naming emotions, and creating consistent routines
Practical approaches to problem-solving and building resilience at home
This workshop is designed to empower families with tools that can be applied immediately to support children’s growth, confidence, and well-being.
We encourage all families with children ages 3–8 to attend this valuable session.
Warm regards,
Willingboro Township Public Schools
Dear Chimera Community,
The Willingboro Public Schools Office of Early Childhood, in partnership with Burlington Community Action Partnership, is pleased to offer a Building Strong Families workshop series for parents and caregivers.
This in-person workshop series is designed to support families and strengthen relationships by focusing on research-based strategies that promote healthy child development and family resilience. Each interactive session will explore protective factors that help families thrive.
Workshop Sessions
Final Session:
Concrete Support in Times of Need and Social and Emotional Competence of Children
Event Details
📅 Final Date:
Tuesday, May 5
🕙 Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
📍 Location:
440 Beverly–Rancocas Road (PD Room)
Willingboro, NJ 08046
This series provides a welcoming space for parents and caregivers to connect, learn practical tools, and strengthen the support systems that help children and families succeed.
We encourage interested families to take advantage of this opportunity to build knowledge, connections, and confidence in supporting their children’s growth.
Warm regards,
Willingboro Township Public Schools