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  • LEARN ON A Virtual Conference for Whole Child Education

    Are you ready to get your Learn On this summer?
    EVERFI is hosting its first virtual teacher conference called LEARN ON: A Virtual Conference for Whole Child Education on July 21, 2020 (10:30 am - 1:00pm EDT) Register for *EVERFI's free teacher conference right from the comfort of your home and walk away with great ideas for the fall. Join engaging breakout sessions led by experienced educators and subject matter experts who will share best practices around cultivating respect, SEL, career readiness and more! **All attendees will receive a certificate for 4 hours of professional development. Click title or photo to sign up for your teacher account.
    Jun 30, 2020
  • yearbooks

    Yearbook Update
    There is a continued delay with the 2019-20 yearbooks... Expected delivery by mid-July.
    Jun 25, 2020
  • Happy summer

    Have a happy, safe and healthy summer!
    Jun 22, 2020
  • Summer Learning Guide

    Guide to Summer Learning
    Mr. Lanza, in collaboration with our grade level teachers, has created a guide to summer learning. (Click photo or title for file.) The guidance consists of a recommended minimum amount of summer work and a list of suggested enrichment activities. These resources are located within your child’s Clever account and will be accessible until Mid-August.
    Jun 08, 2020
  • year end expectations

    End of Year Grade Level Expectations
    Expectations for the end of each grade level are linked to photo and title.
    Jun 08, 2020
  • PTO Social

    Annual PTO Social ...Thursday, June 4th
    The PTO is hosting their annual End of Year Social--Virtual Style! Thursday, June 4 at 7:00 PM. Google Meet link: https://meet.google.com/rqk-ymkw-nun
    Jun 03, 2020
  • Student Pick up

    Personal Belongings Pick-up Information
    Attached you will find the date, time and location of your pickup based on your child/ren’s homeroom teacher/s, along with a map of the drive-through route to pickup and drop off items. If you are unable to come at your scheduled time, please let your child’s teacher know and alternate arrangements will be made.
    May 21, 2020
  • 5th grade yard signs

    Congratulate Your 5th Grader!
    Surprise your 5th grade Patriot with a custom yard sign. Signs will be displayed in front of the school during the week of June 7th. Click on the school logo for more information.
    Apr 27, 2020
  • yearbook sales

    Final chance to order a Yearbook
    Purchase your 2019-20 Yearbook by May 15th. Order online at ybpay.lifetouch.com. Use ID code: 2277520. Cost is $25. Reminder: 5th grade students receive a yearbook as a gift from our Cedar Grove PTO.
    Apr 19, 2020
  • Miss you video

    We Miss You, Cedar Grove Patriots
    Click to access a video created by Mrs. Strevens.
    Apr 10, 2020
  • community spirit project

    #WeAreTRSchoolsInspiration
    Exciting news about a district wide spirit week! Special thanks goes to the Maresca Family and Ms. Bisogna for inspiring our district to kick off a series of school spirit events. Our first event begins this week. Click title for flyer to learn about our first district and community spirit project.
    Mar 30, 2020
  • digital learning

    Digital Learning Plan
    Students should access their Google Classrooms beginning Monday, March 16--Friday, March 27th from 10:00 am--2:00 pm. Google Chrome is the preferred browser used to access our Clever login. For directions, follow the link here. 
    Mar 14, 2020
  • Autism Awareness

    Change of Pace Spaces Fundraiser
    The Autistic classes will be doing a fundraiser to help raise money for the Cedar Grove Change of Pace Spaces. Bracelets will be sold for $1.00 each. Order forms will be accepted from March 9th-March 27th and bracelets delivered by April 1st... Just in time for for Autism Awareness Day, which is April 2nd. See attached order form.
    Mar 09, 2020
  • BINGO Night

    BINGO Night has been postponed for Friday, March 20th
    Please allow our PTO time to schedule another date. Thank you.
    Mar 09, 2020
  • Book Characters

    Read Across America
    Students and staff celebrate Read Across America dressed as their favorite book characters.
    Mar 02, 2020
  • Someone Special Dance

    Someone Special Dance Rescheduled
    New Date is Friday, March 6 from 6:30-8:30 P.M.
    Feb 07, 2020
  • cookies with a cop

    Cookies with a Cop
    Thank you to Officer Joel and Sergeant Bachonski for spending some time with our Proud Patriots at the “Cookies with a Cop” program. We learned so much about Officer Joel!
    Feb 01, 2020
  • Coins for Kangaroos and Koalas

    Coins for Kangaroos and Koalas
    The Kindergarten Team is holding a school-wide coin collection called Coins for Kangaroos and Koalas, starting Tuesday January 21st. It will run until Friday, January 31st. Please encourage your students to donate to this important cause!
    Jan 15, 2020
  • Mrs Wilhelm

    Congratulations, Mrs. Wilhelm!
    Mrs. Lisa Wilhelm represents Cedar Grove as our Teacher of the Year.
    Dec 18, 2019
  • Ms Gioello

    Congratulations, Ms. Gioello!
    Ms. Andrea Gioello was chosen as Cedar Grove's Educational Services Professional of the Year.
    Dec 18, 2019
  • Happy Holidays

    Happy Holidays to All Our Cedar Grove Families
    Dec 17, 2019
  • Holiday Shop

    Holiday Secret Shop...Thursday, Dec. 5th
    Bring your child to shop at the PTO Holiday Secret Shop between 6:00-8:00 P.M.
    Dec 03, 2019
  • Picture Retake Day

    Lifetouch Picture Retake Day...Thursday, Dec. 5th
    Picture retakes for new or absent students or students wanting a new photo.
    Dec 01, 2019
  • Pajama fundraiser

    Pajama Fundraiser
    The kindergarten classes are organizing Cedar Grove’s 14th annual SCHOOL WIDE pajama fundraiser for the Pajama Program of New Jersey. This week long event will take place NOVEMBER 18th-NOVEMBER 22nd, 2019. Click title or photo for more information.
    Nov 13, 2019
  • ornament sale

    Ornament Fundraiser
    PTO sponsored fundraiser of Holiday Ornaments begins today until Wednesday, November 27th. Click title or photo for order form.
    Nov 13, 2019
  • holiday decorations

    Holiday Wreaths and Decorations
    PTO sponsored fundraiser of Holiday Decorations begins today until Wednesday, November 27th. Click title or photo for order form.
    Nov 11, 2019
  • Parent Teacher Conferences

    Parent/Teacher Conferences...November 12th-14th
    School Schedule for Students-Early Dismissal @ 1:25 P.M. Parent Conference Times: Tuesday, November 12th and Wednesday, November 13th (2:05 P.M.--3:50 P.M.) Thursday, November 14th (6:00 P.M.--8:30 P.M.)
    Nov 07, 2019
  • field of dreams

    Dine for the Field of Dreams
    All Day Event Today (October 24th) in Toms River. Click on the title for a list of participating eateries.
    Oct 24, 2019
  • Book Fair

    Scholastic Book Fair...October 21-25
    Students will have time to shop during their media/tech periods the week of 10/21-10/25. Our Grand Event for Kindergartners will be on Monday 10/21 at 4:15 PM and our Ice Cream Social and Family Shop night will be Thursday 10/24 from 6:00-8:00 PM.
    Oct 21, 2019
  • coat drive

    Coat Drive begins Monday, October 21st.
    Mrs. Dalziel's 5th grade class will be sponsoring a school-wide coat drive! We will be collecting gently used, clean coats of all sizes to donate to local families in need. Coats can be sent in with your child anytime between October 21st and November 1st.
    Oct 17, 2019
  • school picture days

    Picture Day...Wednesday, Oct. 16 & Thursday, Oct. 17
    Oct 11, 2019
  • Lead U

    What a show!
    Special Thanks to our PTO for sponsoring an outstanding show by Lead U. Our Patriots learned how to find the leaders within themselves.
    Oct 01, 2019
  • PTO meeting

    PTO Meeting...Wednesday, October 2nd
    Join us for our first PTO meeting of the school year on Wednesday, October 2nd at 7:00 P.M. in the West Cafeteria.
    Sep 28, 2019
  • Back to School Nights

    Back to School Nights
    B-Wing...Tuesday, September 10th.  A-Wing...Thursday, September 12th. Special area teachers will be available at 6:30 pm and classroom teachers will be available at 7:00 pm.
    Sep 05, 2019
  • Welcome Back Patriots

    Welcome Back, Patriots!
    School opens on Wednesday, September 4th with an early dismissal at 1:55 P.M.
    Aug 30, 2019
  • Kindergarten and New Student Orientations

    Kindergarten and New Student Orientations...Tuesday, August 27th
    Please join us for Kindergarten Orientation at 9:30 A.M. and New Student Orientation at 12:30 P.M. in the gymnasium.
    Aug 06, 2019
  • Happy summer

    Have a safe and relaxing summer!
    Jun 20, 2019
  • Retirees

    Happy Retirement!
    Congratulations to Mrs. Costello, Mrs. Mazer and Mrs. McGotty on their retirements. Thank you for all your hard work and dedication. You’ll be missed but never forgotten!
    Jun 18, 2019
  • yearbook sales

    Yearbooks available Tuesday, June 18th
    Extra yearbooks will be available for purchase Tuesday, June 18th. $25 Cash only, please.
    Jun 13, 2019
  • PTO Social

    PTO Social
    You're invited to the 2019 PTO Social. Tuesday, June 4th from 7:00-9:00 P.M. in the West Cafeteria.
    Jun 03, 2019
  • project fair

    Project Fair
    Join us Thursday, May 30, 6:30-7:30 P.M. for our PTO sponsored Project Expo. Ice Cream will be available for purchase from 6:00-8:00 P.M.
    May 28, 2019
  • CGE fundraiser

    PTO Event Fundraiser: DUCT TAPE MR. LANZA!
    THE BIG FINALE: Mr. Lanza was taped to the wall!
    May 23, 2019
  • spring concert

    Spring Concert...Tuesday, May 21st
    Please join us in the gymnasium for our Spring Orchestra and Band Concert beginning at 7:00 P.M.
    May 21, 2019
  • Instrumental Test Drive

    Toms River Regional School’s Instrument Test Drive

    Toms River Regional School’s 3rd & 4th grade students and parents are invited to attend the district’s annual Instrument Test Drive on May 20, 2019, from 6:00 – 8:00 pm at High School East.
    May 17, 2019
  • track meet

    Elementary School Track Meet...Thursday, May 16th
    The track meet is offered to all 4th and 5th grade students in each Toms River elementary school. The meet will be held on Thursday, May 16, at Toms River High School NORTH starting at 5:00pm.
    Apr 30, 2019
  • yearbook sale

    Last Chance to Order 2018-19 Yearbook
    Order online at YBPay.lifetouch.com by May 3rd. Use code: 2277519. Cost=$25. All 5th graders will receive a yearbook as a gift from our PTO.
    Apr 17, 2019
  • Cookies with Cops

    Cookies with Cops
    Cookies with Cops is a program sponsored by the Toms River Police Department. Cedar Grove celebrated with students that have been a role model for others, respectful, caring, made good choices, etc. Pictured are Officer Joel Baldwin, Officer John Sullivan, Officer Kevin Landmesser and Sergeant Gene Bachonski.
    Apr 15, 2019
  • Popcorn Park Zoo

    Please Help the Animals of Popcorn Park Zoo
    Cedar Grove is having a collection of needed items for the Associated Humane Society’s Popcorn Park Zoo. Wish list items are posted throughout the school and also at www.ahscares.org.
    Mar 29, 2019
  • Maker Day 2019

    Everyday is Maker Day @ The Grove
    Students celebrated NJ Maker Day with a variety of projects.
    Mar 26, 2019
  • Bingo night

    PTO Bingo Night...Friday, March 8th
    Our PTO will hold their annual Bingo Night on Friday, March 8th from 6:00-8:00 P.M. Admission for students is $5.00. Tickets will be on sale February 21st and 28th from 5:30-7:00 P.M. in the school foyer.
    Feb 20, 2019
  • 100th day

    100th Day of School
    Cedar Grove students and staff dressed as if they were 100 years old.
    Feb 15, 2019
  • PTO meeting

    PTO Meeting - Tuesday, February 5th
    Join us February 5th at 7:00 P.M. in the West Cafeteria for our next PTO meeting.
    Feb 01, 2019
  • cookies with cops

    Cookies with Cops
    Cookies with Cops is a program sponsored by the Toms River Police Department. Cedar Grove celebrated with students that have been a role model for others, respectful, caring, made good choices, etc. Pictured are Officer Joel Baldwin and Sergeant Gene Bachonski.
    Jan 22, 2019
  • chorus concert

    Winter Chorus Concert-Thursday, January 17th
    Please join us in the gymnasium for our Winter Choral Concert beginning at 7:00 P.M.
    Jan 10, 2019
  • Teacher of the Year

    Congratulations Mrs. Reader
    We are honored to announce Cedar Grove's Teacher of the Year, Mrs. Reader.
    Jan 02, 2019
  • ESP of Year

    Congratulations Mrs. Mazer
    We are honored to congratulate Mrs. Mazer, our school nurse, as Cedar Grove's Educational Services Professional of the Year.
    Jan 02, 2019
  • Teacher of the Year

    CONGRATULATIONS MRS. READER AND MRS. MAZER
    Jan 02, 2019
  • happy holidays

    Happy Holidays from Our Cedar Grove Family to Yours
    Have a happy, healthy New Year!
    Dec 21, 2018
  • pajama day

    Pajama Day for the Pajama Program of New Jersey
    On behalf of the kindergarten teachers and students of Cedar Grove Elementary School, Mr. Ryan would like to thank the parents for allowing their child(ren) to donate pajamas to The Pajama Program of New Jersey. Cedar Grove was able to donate 465 pajamas to the program.
    Dec 14, 2018
  • Picture Day

    Make-up Picture Day...December 6th
    Dec 04, 2018
  • coat drive

    Keeping Toms River Warm
    Mrs. Dalziel's 5th grade class collected over 100 coats which were donated to Your Grandmother's Cupboard in Toms River! Organized by Riley Poll, the students worked hard to advertise for this fantastic drive! Thank you to all of our Cedar Grove families for your kind donations that will help keep residents of the area warm this winter!
    Nov 16, 2018
  • pajama fundraiser

    Annual Pajama Fundrasier
    The kindergarten classes are organizing Cedar Grove’s 13th annual SCHOOL WIDE pajama fundraiser for the Pajama Program of New Jersey. This week long event will take place DECEMBER 3 –DECEMBER 7, 2018. During the week long Pajama Fundraiser, we would like your child to bring in a new pair of pajamas to donate to The Pajama Program. As a fun activity for our children, we will be having a SCHOOL WIDE Pajama Day on FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7TH, the last day of the fundraiser. All classes will join in the fun by wearing their favorite pajamas. The premise of the Pajama Day is to excite our Cedar Grove students into helping children their age.
    Nov 16, 2018
  • Parent Teacher Conferences

    Parent/Teacher Conferences...November 13 - November 15

    Early dismissal @ 1:25 P.M. for Students. Conference Schedule: Tuesday, Nov. 13 (2:05-3:50 P.M.), Wednesday, Nov. 14 (6:00-8:30 P.M.), and Thursday, Nov. 15 (2:05-3:50 P.M.)
    Nov 01, 2018
  • Halloween

    Happy Halloween
    Our annual Halloween Dress Up Day will take place Tuesday, October 30th. Remember that costumes should be comfortable and appropriate for school and should not include weapons of any kind.
    Oct 29, 2018
  • coat drive

    Fifth grade class sponsoring a school-wide coat drive
    Mrs. Dalziel's 5th grade class will be sponsoring a school-wide coat drive! We will be collecting gently used, clean coats of all sizes to donate to local families in need. Coats can be sent in with your child anytime between October 29th and November 14th. Thank you in advance for your donation!
    Oct 26, 2018
  • Picture Day

    Picture Day is Coming!
    Picture Days are Wednesday, October 17th and Thursday, October 18th.   Monday, October 22 is the  deadline to submit Lifetouch Picture orders.
    Oct 12, 2018
  • Scholastic Book Fair

    Enchanted Forest Book Fair Begins...
    PTO Sponsored Scholastic Book Fair begins Tuesday, October 9th. This event concludes with our Ice Cream Social on Monday, October 15th from 6:00-8:00 P.M.
    Oct 03, 2018
  • PTO Meeting

    First PTO Meeting for the 2018-19 School Year
    PTO meeting Tuesday, October 2nd at 7:00 P.M. in the West Cafeteria... Guest Speaker: Dr. Lisa Sulsenti
    Sep 18, 2018
  • TEAM Run

    25th Annual TEAM Run for Life
    Calling all runners...Register for the TEAM Run for Life Fitness Carnival taking place on Saturday, October 6th @ 8:00 A.M.  Click Read More for important information and form.
    Sep 18, 2018
  • PTO surprise

    Welcome Back Surprise!
    Special thanks to our PTO for their welcome back surprise. Students were treated to shaved ice by Davey B'zz.
    Sep 14, 2018
  • spirit Fridays

    Spirit Fridays
    Wear red, white and blue and show your school spirit every Friday.
    Sep 06, 2018
  • back to school nights

    Back to School Nights
    Classes in A-Wing: Tuesday, September 11th from 7:00-8:00 P.M. Classes in B-Wing: Thursday, September 13th from 7:00-8:00 P.M. Special Area Teachers will be available from 6:30-7:30
    Sep 05, 2018
  • welcome back

    Welcome Back, Patriots
    Sep 05, 2018

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