West Dover Elementary | Toms River Regional School District

50 Blue Jay Dr, Toms River, NJ 08755

9:25 am - 3:35 pm

In the Know...

Class of 2021

Congratulations to our 2021 Seniors!
Jun 21, 2021
Summer Reading Project

TR Schools Summer Read Project ~ click here to learn more. Scroll to the bottom for elementary assignment: Book Talk.
Jun 18, 2021
Camp Invention Flyer

Register at INVENT.ORG/CAMP Grades: K - 6th Date: July 12 - 15, 2021 Time & Cost: 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM Extended Day Hours Available Camp Director: Christine Girtain | cgirtain@trschools.com
Jun 18, 2021
West Dover's Class of 2021

Congratulations to our 5th Grade Class of 2021! See more pictures in our photo link.
Jun 15, 2021
Ice Cream

PTO buys Ice Cream for the Staff at WD. Thank you for our awesome PTO members.
May 27, 2021
Cub Scout

Interested in becoming a Cub Scout? Come to WD Friday 6/4/21 & 6/18/21 (6-8) to learn more. Open to Grades K-4
May 27, 2021
Girls on the Run!

Our 5th grade girls have a unique opportunity to participate in an empowerment group called Girls on the Run and they are loving every minute of it. Click to see more photos.
May 04, 2021
First Grade Arbor Day

WD first graders participate in an annual Arbor Day Ceremony to plant trees on property.
Apr 30, 2021
Happy Earth Day

Students at WD participate in Earth Day activity. Doing our part to keep the Earth clean.
Apr 22, 2021
Spring Break

School will be closed 4/2 and reopen 4/12. Happy Spring Break! Be sure to check out the PTO/Parent Tab for updates and school activities.
Mar 31, 2021
Early Dismissal

3/11/21 School will follow an early dismissal schedule - Staff PD day
Mar 03, 2021
PTO Info

Be sure to click the "Parent Link" under "Navigation" to see current PTO events and info. Join the BlueJay Bulletin to see Mr. Pallen's announcements with join code: vni4mmg
Feb 23, 2021
PTO

Grab your West Dover Gear ~Deadline to Order 3-15
Feb 23, 2021
Virtual Q&A

West Dover to host a VIRTUAL School Community/Q&A on Tuesday, February 23 at 6:00 before the PTO meeting which is scheduled for 7:00. Meet link will be the link on the Blue Jay bulletin Google Classroom (Join code: vni4mmg)
Feb 16, 2021
Learning Model Form

Learning model choice for each child should be made by Tuesday, February 16. If a model is not selected, your child will default to in-person learning. This choice reflects a commitment through the end of the school year and can only be changed by request. See form here.
Feb 16, 2021
TR Safe Return Plan

The four days per week of in-person learning will take effect March 1 for elementary students, and March 15 for secondary students. Click for more information on this plan.
Feb 16, 2021
WD Scholarship

West Dover PTO is pleased to offer scholarships this year to graduating seniors from the Toms River Regional Schools.
Feb 09, 2021
Snow = Virtual Day

Due to weather, school is all virtual 2-1-2021
Feb 01, 2021
Early dismissal/Closings

1/26/2021 Early Dismissal for Staff PD. School is closed for President's Day on Friday, 2/12 & Monday, 2/15.
Jan 22, 2021
Picture Day

Picture Day for virtual students: Feb 9th. Payment is due at time of photo session & you must sign-up. Click for link.
Jan 22, 2021
Welcome 2021

Change the date to 2021!
Jan 03, 2021
Virtual Conferences

Elementary Parent/Teacher Conferences will be held virtually on January 12, 13, and 14, 2021. (13th evening)
Jan 03, 2021
Santa Visits

Santa Visits West Dover
Dec 22, 2020
Inclement Weather = Virtual Day

12-17-20 Virtual day due to inclement weather.
Dec 16, 2020
Calling All Artists

Design our yearbook cover. Please follow guidelines and timeline if interested see PTO.
Dec 11, 2020
West Dover Recognition

West Dover would like to recognize our Teacher of the Year, Mrs. Rebecca Curatolo and our Professional Educator of the Year, Mrs. Elise Longo. Congratulations to two amazing staff members who are so deserving our this great honor!
Dec 10, 2020
Hybrid

Return to hybrid learning Dec. 7th.
Dec 05, 2020
Hackathon

Calling all creative problem solvers, coders, STEAM makers and artists, families and friends... TR: TechReady Hackathon is this weekend! Want to learn more? Join us for one of the kickoff information session this Friday, November 20 at 3:00pm. Simply complete the application to get the link.www.tinyurl.com/HackTR2020
Nov 19, 2020
Dining Fundraiser

Take Out Tuesday, Jan. 5th Al's Pizza!
Nov 19, 2020
PTO News

Don't forget to check out our PTO tab for all upcoming events including: Pie Sale, Fundraisers Holiday Bazaar, and more.
Nov 10, 2020
Holiday Gift Drive for Senior Citizens

'Tis the season to spread cheer. Toms River Schools will host a gift drive for Senior Citizens. Our Collection will end December 4th.
Nov 10, 2020
October & Respect

Students participated in making a video emphasizing RESPECT for this past October. We are filled with West Dover Pride.
Nov 09, 2020
November & Veterans

West Dover would like to honor any families with military members. Fill out the form if you you would like to participate in honoring our military this November.
Nov 09, 2020
Halloween Spirit

Dressing up for Halloween
Oct 28, 2020
Welcome Students

WD welcomes all students! Grades 2-5 will be following the Hybrid schedule beginning Monday, October 26th. Please be sure to fill out the daily Covid Screening form through the parent portal in Genesis. There are directions linked here. Bus passes are also available in the parent portal.
Oct 25, 2020
Thanksgiving Pie

Support 5th Graders: Pies for Sale Pickup 11/24/2020 1:30-3pm & 4:00-6pm near the gym
Oct 21, 2020
Dress Up & Donuts

WD PTO invites you to come in costume and enjoy some donuts. Grades K-2 (4:00-5pm) Grades 3-5 (5:00-6pm). Pre-orders only!
Oct 21, 2020
Welcoming Back our Students

We were so excited to welcome back our WD students! See our photos.
Oct 06, 2020
Welcoming Back Our Bluejay Friends

WD welcomes back our newest Kdg and returning 1st grade Bluejays!
Oct 05, 2020
Respect Week 10/5-10/9

Monday: Team up against bullying...Wear Team Shirts Tuesday: Let’s all be tied together...Wear Ties/Bows Wednesday: Relax, Don’t Bully...PJ Day! Thursday: Be a Superhero...Dress like a Superhero Friday: Be United...WD Attire
Oct 01, 2020
PTO Information

Click here to see flyers and more updates from our PTO
Sep 09, 2020
Photos

Back in full swing! First day photos ... click here to see more.
Sep 08, 2020
Welcome Back

Welcome West Dover Friends. Looking forward to a great 2020-2021 school year. School stars 9/8/20. Click here for the virtual handbook for 2020-2021. Virtual Back to Sch Night 9/22/20.
Sep 07, 2020
Important Info for Devices

Gear Up for Virtual Learning - Sept. 2 (9am-1pm) Click here for more info on chromebook devices
Aug 27, 2020
Attention Parents

Parent Portal If you have not already done so, please login to your Parent Portal (click on the Messages tab) and choose which learning model (Blended or Virtual) you would like your child to participate in for the 2020-2021 school year. We are in the final stages of scheduling and need all parent responses by Thursday, August 13, 2020.
Aug 13, 2020
Goodbye & Good Luck

Wishing our 5th grade class of 2020 all the best! "The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams" Eleanor Roosevelt
Aug 13, 2020
Retirement Wishes

"How lucky I am to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard" A.A. Milne ~Winnie the Pooh. Congratulations to Mrs. Caprio & Mrs. Lasko. West Dover was lucky to have had you over the years. Best wishes on your retirement.
Aug 13, 2020
Summer Skills

Keep sharp this summer! Click here to see some summer ideas! Keep Reading! Keep Shining!
Aug 13, 2020
Student Appreciation Video

PTO and students created a video for WD teachers.
Apr 16, 2020
WD Video, Best of the West

West Dover Staff Gives Bluejay Students a Reason to Smile. Note: We do not own the right to the music content.
Apr 14, 2020
Spirit Week

Spirit Week Monday: Superhero, Tuesday: School Attire, Wednesday: Crazy Hat, Thursday: Jersey Day, Friday: Sock Day
Mar 30, 2020
Spirit Week

Please take note of the upcoming Spirit Week Monday: Superhero Day, Tuesday: School Attire, Wednesday: Crazy Hat, Thursday: Jersey Day, Friday:
Mar 30, 2020
NO SCHOOL

Distance Learning in effect starting Monday 3/16/2020.
Mar 15, 2020
Google

If you need help accessing your child's google classroom account, email Mrs. Smith tsmith7@trschools.com or your child's teacher. I've posted a video link to help sign in and navigate Google Classroom.
Mar 13, 2020
Early Dismissal

Students will have Early Dismissal 3/13/2020
Mar 02, 2020
PTO Mtg

PTO Meeting 3/4/2020
Mar 02, 2020
PTO Art Night

Family Art Night Friday 3/6/2020
Mar 02, 2020
Spirit Week

Dr. Seuss Spirit Week~ Monday: PJ's, Tuesday: School Wear, Wednesday: Mis-matched, Thursday: Crazy Socks, Friday: Class Color
Mar 02, 2020
PTO Event

Cupcake Wars: 2/28/2020 6:30-8:30 return form by 2/7/2020
Feb 04, 2020
Jump for Heart

Jump for Heart Program 2/14/2020 during Gym
Jan 31, 2020
Someone Special Dance

PTO invites you to the Someone Special Dance 6-8 on 2/7/2020 Candy Grams on sale 2/3, 2/4, 2/5/2020 $0.50
Jan 31, 2020
Congratulations!

Teacher and Educator of the Year 2019-2020: Mrs. Haug & Mrs. Lindenbaum! This was a well deserved award for these two hard-working individuals.
Jan 16, 2020
Food Drive

The food drive will be 1/17/2020. Please help to replenish our community after the holidays.
Jan 15, 2020
Are you are Runner?

Free Running Clinic: March 3rd (6:30-8) - see flyer sent home for details.
Jan 14, 2020
Picture Make-Up Day

Jan 21st will be the picture retake or make-up day.
Jan 14, 2020
Reminder Parents

Parent portal is open ... time to check those report cards!
Jan 14, 2020
January Events

School Closed 1/20 for MLK Day, WD Pasta Event 1/24 (6-8:30,) PTO Mtg. 1/13 (7pm)
Jan 07, 2020
Welcome 2020, Happy New Year
Jan 07, 2020
Coding Week - 2019

Dec. 9-15th is Code Week! West Dover will participate all month long! Have you coded today?
Dec 10, 2019
American Legion

Americanism Contest Winner! Congratulations to a job well done!
Dec 10, 2019
Help TR

The Rally in Trenton was Dec. 10th. Thanks for those who supported TR. #WhatTRStandsToLose
Dec 06, 2019
December Chorus Concert

Chorus Concert Dec. 17th 10am & 6pm
Dec 03, 2019
PTO Holiday Event

PTO Event: Breakfast with Santa, Shopping, and more. 12/7/19
Dec 03, 2019
Shortened Day 12/3/19

Students will have a shortened day for Teacher In-service.
Dec 03, 2019
PTO MTG

PTO Mtg 12/9/19 at 7pm
Nov 18, 2019
Thanksgiving Week

Early Dismissal Nov. 27th. Off Nov. 28th & 29th. Happy Thanksgiving!
Nov 12, 2019
Book Fair

Scholastic Book Fair Nov. 19th & 20th during school. It will be open to the general public on Saturday 11/16/19.
Nov 12, 2019
Food Drive

Food Drive Friday, Nov. 15th ~ help those in need this Thanksgiving!
Nov 12, 2019
Holiday Bazaar

November 16th from 10am-3pm
Nov 11, 2019
Veteran's Day Parade 2019

Downtown Toms River Veteran's Day Parade. More pics in the photo section.
Nov 11, 2019
Fire Prevention Week

West Dover celebrates Fire Safety with a visit from Toms River Fire Dept.
Oct 18, 2019
Conferences

Parent/Teacher Conferences November 12, 13, 14th. Please return form by Oct.21st or ASAP. (Note: night conferences Tues only.)
Oct 15, 2019
Columbus Day

5th Graders Celebrate Columbus Day: click on photos to see more pictures.
Oct 15, 2019
Respect Week

West Dover Kicks Off Respect Week
Oct 07, 2019
School closed

10/14 Columbus Day
Oct 01, 2019
Makerfest

5th annual Jersey Shore Makerfest on Saturday, October 12th (10- 4)
Sep 30, 2019
Lead U

Lead U visits students and staff at WDE for an empowering, interactive assembly. Kicking off the 2019-2020 school year as our “Best Selves!"
Sep 20, 2019
PTO Remind

Sign up for the WD PTO Remind: To: 81010 Message: @westdo
Sep 17, 2019
Honoring Our Country

West Dover remembering our country and honoring our flag on 9/11.
Sep 11, 2019
P.T.O.

Upcoming Events: Fall Family Photos Oct.27th, Fall Fest Oct. 19th, Holiday Bazaar Nov. 16th. Click "P.T.O." for more details.
Sep 09, 2019
Back to School

Back to School Night will be Thursday 9/19. K, 1st, & 2nd at 6-6:30, 3rd, 4th, 5th at 7-7:30. Special Teachers 6:30-7.
Sep 09, 2019
Welcome Back!

We are off to a great first week! Looking forward to an amazing year!
Sep 06, 2019
2019 Bring Your Child to Work Day

Lots of handy helpers at West Dover today!
May 29, 2019
Tech Club

Cup Stacking Games
May 24, 2019
Elementary Track

Congratulations to the West Dover students who placed in the Elementary Track Meet this month.
May 23, 2019
Recorder Concert

3rd graders in the recorder concert
May 10, 2019
1st Grade

First Grade Celebrates Arbor Day by planting a tree
May 03, 2019
Memorial Day

School closed 5/27/19 Happy Memorial Day
May 03, 2019
Food Drive Friday

Final Food Collection for the year 5/17/19
May 03, 2019
Attention Grade 5

Transition Meeting Int. East - Tuesday May 7th(5:30 & 7) - Int. No. May 14th (5:30) - Int. So. May 22nd (6:00)
May 03, 2019
Memory Book

Memory Book Sale $25 Due by May 8th
May 03, 2019
Elementary Track Meet

May 16th Elementary Track Meet HSN at 5.
May 03, 2019
Updates

PTO Mtg. 5/6/19
Apr 03, 2019
Most Improved Students

Congratulations to our 2019 Most Improved WD Students
Apr 02, 2019
Recorders

Recorder Concert for Gr. 3 on 5/2/19
Apr 02, 2019
Testing

Gr. 5 Science Testing begins 5/6/19
Apr 02, 2019
Food Drive

Friday 4/12/19 will be our next Food Drive.
Apr 02, 2019
Pictures

Spring Pictures 4/4/19
Apr 02, 2019
Spring Break

April 19th-26th Spring Recess
Mar 27, 2019
Shout-Outs

PTO Memory Book Shout-Outs $5- Deadline 3/29 email wdshoutout@gmail.com
Mar 08, 2019
Spirit Week

Spirit Week: March 4-8 Mon, Crazy Hair. Tues, WD Wear. Wed, Mismatched Day. Thurs, North or South Day. Fri, PJ Day.
Feb 27, 2019
Educational Professional and Teacher of the Year 2018-19

Congratulations to our Mrs. Dispensiere & Miss. A!
Feb 21, 2019
Animal Shelter

Animal Shelter Collection at WD
Feb 06, 2019
Painting Party

Register and pay online. Painting Party Feb 8th at 6pm.
Feb 06, 2019
Donut Sale

Pre-order Uncle Dood Donuts for 2/22/19. Forms due 2/15/19.
Feb 06, 2019
Running Clinic

Free running clinic 3/5/19 (6:30-8) at the Bubble. Must register.
Feb 06, 2019
PTO Spaghetti Dinner

Dinner will be 2/22/19
Feb 05, 2019
Jump Rope for Heart

Parents will be invited in on designated days to participate with JumpRope for Heart. 2/13/19, 2/14/19, 2/15/19
Jan 07, 2019
PTO News

PTO Mtg 3/4/19, Lunch Sale 3/13/19, Dance 3/22/19
Jan 04, 2019
President's Day

School Closed for students 2/18/19
Jan 04, 2019
Happy New Year

2019 Welcome to the New Year
Jan 04, 2019
Parent Portal

Portal open to parents 2/22/19
Jan 04, 2019
Candy Cane Sale

PTO Candy Cane Sale 12/10/18
Dec 04, 2018
Picture Make-Ups

Picture Make-Up 12/14/18
Dec 04, 2018
Chorus Concert

Chorus Concert 12/18/18 10am & 6pm
Dec 04, 2018
Mellow Mushroom Dining

Dec 4th - must have flyer
Dec 04, 2018
Pie Sale

Pie pick up until 6pm on Tuesday 11/20
Nov 19, 2018
Book Fair/Winterfest

December 4th & 5th Scholastic Book Fair December 7th Winterfest
Nov 16, 2018
Updates

Country Musician Jessie Chris to visit WD
Nov 16, 2018
School Closed

Dec. 24-Jan. 1
Oct 31, 2018
Parent/Teacher Conferences

November 13-15 (evening conference: Thursday)
Oct 19, 2018
Early Dismissal

12/4/18 Early Dismissal
Oct 19, 2018
Run for Life

This Saturday is the Run for Life 10/6/18
Oct 04, 2018
Halloween Party

Halloween Party 10/26/18 Students may wear costumes to school on 10/30
Oct 02, 2018
Meeting

Board of Ed Mtg. 10/17/18
Oct 02, 2018
School Closed

School will be closed for students in honor of Columbus Day 10/8/18
Oct 02, 2018
School Pictures
Oct 02, 2018
PTO Reminders

PTO Bingo 10/20/18,
Sep 28, 2018
Food Drive

Our next Food Drive Friday 3/15
Sep 20, 2018
Beach Mini Sessions

PTO Fundraiser: Family Portraits on the Beach - Sept. 22nd. Register ahead of time. Return forms by Sept. 19th.
Sep 17, 2018
Welcome

First Day Students Sept. 5th! Back to School Night Sept. 11th.
Aug 29, 2018
Important

Shorten days: June 8th & June 19th-22nd.
May 30, 2018
5th Graders

5th Grade Picnic 6/11, 5th Grade Awards 6/15
May 30, 2018
Arbor Day

The first graders will celebrate Arbor Day on April 27th at 11am
Apr 17, 2018
Chorus & Band Concert

Band Concert 5/22/18 & Chorus Concert 5/31/18
Apr 17, 2018
Parent Involvement Survey

Please take a few moments to participate in the Parent Survey for your school. Thank you for your participation and continued support of our school community.
Mar 15, 2018
Food Drive

5/18 Food Drive Friday
Mar 09, 2018
Spring Pictures

Spring Picture Day 3/23/18
Mar 09, 2018
5th Grade Wax Museum

The Wax Museum Gellis 10:30 on 3/14 & Meyer / Curatolo 11:00 on 3/28
Mar 09, 2018
Spring Recess

School will be closed March 30th to April 6.
Mar 09, 2018
School Closed

March 7th school is closed for students.
Mar 05, 2018
Celebrate Dr. Seuss

Crazy Wacky week! Mon: Wear Stripes, Tues: Mismatched Socks, Wed: Inside Out Shirt, Thurs: Crazy Hats, Fri: Wear Your Fav Color
Feb 26, 2018
Memory Book Pics

Pictures for the Memory Book will be taken 3/1/18.
Feb 26, 2018
Jump Rope for Heart

Jump Rope for Heart Program on-going 2/14/18-2/16/18
Feb 08, 2018
Someone Special Dance

Friday 2/9/18 6pm
Feb 08, 2018
Community Meeting

Thursday, 2/8/18 6:30-7:30 West Dover Cafeteria Referendum & Energy Saving Plan
Feb 08, 2018
School Closed

School is closed 2/19/18
Feb 08, 2018
School Closed

School Closed Monday, January 15th.
Jan 02, 2018
Picture ReTake

January 9th there will be make-up pictures
Jan 02, 2018
Holiday Break

Wishing you a safe and happy holidays. School re-opens Jan. 2nd.
Dec 06, 2017
PTO Updates

Craft & Vendor Holiday Show 11/17/18 (10-3) Pie Sale orders due with payment 11/2/18
Dec 06, 2017
Happy Thanksgiving

Wish you a very happy Thanksgiving! Remember there is a shortened day Wednesday, 11-23-17.
Nov 20, 2017
Birthday Gram

Send in a Birthday Gram for your child's special day!
Nov 20, 2017
Memory Book

Have any great pictures to share for the memory book? Send them to westdovermemorybook@gmail.com
Nov 20, 2017
Food Drive
Nov 02, 2017
PTO Reminders

Pie distribution is Nov. 22nd from 2:30-6.
Nov 02, 2017
Food Drive
Oct 12, 2017
Parent-Teacher Conferences

Conferences will be Nov. 14, 15, & 16. Night Conferences are on Wednesday, Nov. 15th.
Oct 12, 2017
School Closed

School is closed October 9th
Oct 02, 2017
Halloween Party

Halloween Party Oct. 27th (7-9pm)
Sep 27, 2017
Reminders

November Faculty meeting is cancelled
Sep 19, 2017
NO SCHOOL

School will be closed for Rosh Hashanah, September 21st.
Sep 07, 2017
Back to School Night

Back to School Night September 12th.
Sep 01, 2017
Schools In Session

School Starts Tuesday, September 5th. We can't wait to see all of your happy smiles.
Sep 01, 2017

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West Dover Photos 2020-2021

Pictures of 2020-2021 school year.

A Whole New World

Community connections, academic achievements, sports, virtual learning, superintendent message, understanding our new world for the 2020-2021 school year.

Kindergarten Registration

Registration for 2021-2022 school year is open. Start the easy online process. https://www.trschools.com/Registration/

Principal Welcome Message

Mr. Pallen

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Student Handbook 2020

Spring Testing Schedule

Testing has been temporarily postponed.

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