Student Recognition - Honors Band
The following students were selected to participate in the 26th Annual Elementary Honors Band Concert. We are so proud of their musical efforts and talent!
Brynne Y.
Michael L.
Andy C.
WE ARE Clara Barton!
Clara Barton Elementary School, home of the Eagles, is a learning community committed to providing all children a top quality educational program. Our school encourages each student to achieve his or her highest academic and social potential through actively engaging classroom instruction and character education initiatives. Our school's enrollment ranges from approximately 475-500 students in grades K-5.
Our Parent Teacher Association (PTA) is very active at Clara Barton Elementary School. The PTA sponsors a number of enriching activities for the students and staff. They provide financial support as well as family sponsored social activities for our children.
At Barton, school spirit can be felt the moment you enter our campus. Our goal is to create fun, memorable learning experiences for all students, while instilling in them a sense of pride in their school and community. WE ARE Clara Barton!
Mr. Sean F. Sweeney
Principal
Soaring Eagles
Student Recognition - April Eagle's Nest
The following students were selected by their grade level team as representatives for the April gathering of the Eagle's Nest. This group offered their thoughts and perspectives on the topic of finishing the school year strong, specifically, what they can do as individuals to ensure this happens. We thank them for being such a strong and passionate voice at Barton!
Abel A.
Julianna D.
Samuel B.
Kamilla M.
Jacquelyne S.
Staff Recognition - Mrs. Alomar & Mrs. Wellborn
Mrs. Alomar and Mrs. Wellborn are being recognized for the help they provided a colleague. They recently assisted this colleague with a major reorganization project within her classroom, making the learning space one in which was more conducive to her students' needs.
School Community Recognition - PTA
Special thanks are in order for our amazing PTA. This summer the PTA committed to donating a set of 30 laptop computers to our school for student use! The PTA's contributions to our school community are so greatly appreciated.
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Barton Gives Back
Each month, in connection with a scheduled PTA event, our school community will participate in a Barton Gives Back day. On this day, school community members are encouraged to donate much needed goods to our local food bank in an effort to give back to our community. More information will be forthcoming regarding upcoming Barton Gives Back days. Thanks in advance for your considerate donations!
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Barton News
Draft Versions of Revised 2018-2019 School Calendar and 2019-2020 School Calendar Now Available
DRAFT versions of the revised 2018-2019 School Calendar and the proposed 2019-2020 School Calendar are now available. Pending Board of Education approval, these calendars now include inclement weather makeup days taken from Spring Break rather than being added on to the end of the school year. Inclement weather days that occur after March 14, 2019 will be made up during the 2019 Spring Break. Specific makeup dates are listed on the lower right of the 2018-2019 calendar. Inclement weather days that occur after February 16, 2020 will be made up during the 2020 Spring Break. Specific makeup dates are listed on the lower right of the 2019-2020 calendar.
Cherry Hill Fire Department Asks Community to Participate in Survey
The Cherry Hill Fire Department has been a partner with the Cherry Hill School District providing fire safety education for many years. Since 2014 we've presented a program entitled "Safety Smart". Safety Smart is a school-based curriculum that links teachers with community safety experts and parents. Safety Smart is being taught in grades 1, 3, 5 and 6 as part of the Physical/Health Education Program. Please take a moment to fill out a brief survey about Safety Smart.
Summer Reading Titles Now Available
The 2018 Summer Reading titles and assignments for rising 6th through 12th graders are now available online.
School-Age Child Care and Extended Day Child Care Registration Now Open for 2018-2019
Registration for CHPS School-Age Child Care (SACC) and Extended Day Child Care (EDCC) for the 2018-2019 school year is now open. Parents may register their children now online.
Statement from Dr. Meloche Regarding Safety and Security, March 2, 2018
Dr. Meloche has issued a new statement to the community as of March 2, 2018, regarding safety and security.
District News
Draft Versions of Revised 2018-2019 School Calendar and 2019-2020 School Calendar Now Available
DRAFT versions of the revised 2018-2019 School Calendar and the proposed 2019-2020 School Calendar are now available. Pending Board of Education approval, these calendars now include inclement weather makeup days taken from Spring Break rather than being added on to the end of the school year. Inclement weather days that occur after March 14, 2019 will be made up during the 2019 Spring Break. Specific makeup dates are listed on the lower right of the 2018-2019 calendar. Inclement weather days that occur after February 16, 2020 will be made up during the 2020 Spring Break. Specific makeup dates are listed on the lower right of the 2019-2020 calendar.
Registration Extended for ACT, SAT-PSAT and College Essay Summer Workshops
The registration deadline has been extended to July 20, 2018 for the Cherry Hill Public Schools' summer ACT, SAT-PSAT and College Essay workshops.
Registration Open for Free Summer Workshop on Common App/Naviance
High school juniors and their parents/guardians now may register for the free Summer Workshop on the Common App/Naviance online college application systems. These workshops are open to all juniors and their parents, and are held at Cherry Hill High School East.
2018-2019 PM Openings Available at Barclay Early Childhood Center!
Attention Parents:Barclay ECC has several PM OPENINGS (1-3:30 pm) for 3 and 4 year old boys and girls (must be 3 or 4 by Oct 1, 2018). Our program runs 5 days a week, 2 ½ hours a day. PM is 1-3:30. Parents provide transportation. Tuition is $2,500.00/year; $250/month. If interested, please fill out the attached Waiting list application and forward to our Secretary, Colleen Thompson, via email cthompson@chclc.org; fax 856-795-4788 or drop off anytime Monday-Friday, 8-4.
Cherry Hill Fire Department Asks Community to Participate in Survey
The Cherry Hill Fire Department has been a partner with the Cherry Hill School District providing fire safety education for many years. Since 2014 we've presented a program entitled "Safety Smart". Safety Smart is a school-based curriculum that links teachers with community safety experts and parents. Safety Smart is being taught in grades 1, 3, 5 and 6 as part of the Physical/Health Education Program. Please take a moment to fill out a brief survey about Safety Smart.