November 2025
Happy Thanksgiving to You & Yours!
Love,
Dr. DeRosa
&
Your Friends at WHS
November 26, 2025
November 26 - Report Cards Posted to Parent Portal after 2:00 PM
November 27 & 28 - Schools Closed - Thanksgiving Recess
December 1 - Wear Your Red Cub Shirt!
December 1-4 - H.S.A. Winter Shoppe
December 17 Gr. 3 STEAM Team
December 23 - The PAJAM!
December 23 - Early Dismissal @ 1:00 PM - Winter Recess
December 24-January 4 - Schools Closed - Winter Recess
New! Congratulations to the Winners! The Results Are In…
Our K-3 raffle to win a chance to ride to school on a fire truck was a great success.
We raised $1,750 for the Whitehouse Station Fire Company! The four lucky winners listed below will be riding to school on a fire truck on December 12:
Kindergarten - Noah Cardenas
Grade 1- Jaxon Reid-Wright
Grade 2 - Rhiannon Lee-Florio
Grade 3 - Tyler Gold
New! Special Education Parents - Progress Reports for the first marking period are available to be viewed in Genesis. To view your student's Progress Report, log into your account and follow these steps:
1. Go to the bottom of the Parent Portal Summary Page.
2. Click on the "View Special Ed Documents" button displayed toward the bottom of the page.
3. Click "OK" in the pop up box to access your child's documents.
Camp Invention - Camp Invention will be back in the summer of 2026 at Holland Brook School from Aug 3-6 from 8:30AM to 3PM each day. Campers will be from Rising K-6th grade.
Currently hiring Instructors for the Camp. Join us for an unforgettable and empowering summer teaching experience!
- Instructors can register 2 immediate children for FREE!! Discount code ED26 (1 code allowed per Instructor; code will discount 100% off up to 2 immediate children on your order)
The flyer and registration detail is attached along with a chart with stipend details.
H.S.A. News
HSA Holiday Vendor Event December 7th! - Tickets are now on sale for the first annual HSA Holiday Vendor Event which will be on December 7th from 10 to 4. Tickets are $3 per adult (kids 12 and under are free!) and can be pre-purchased by clicking here or at the door. With 40+ amazing vendors, you don’t want to miss this exciting day!
Join the Readington HSA for a Movie - December 13 ! - Grab your popcorn and your friends — the Readington HSA is hosting a special showing of Zootopia 2 at the Hillsborough Cinemas on Saturday, December 13th!
Come enjoy an afternoon of laughter, adventure, and community as Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde return to the big screen. It’s a great way to kick off the holiday season with your family and support our schools!
Date: Saturday, December 13th
Location: Hillsborough Cinemas
Hosted by: Readington HSA
Purchase your tickets here: https://zootopia2-tickets.cheddarup.com/
Please contact Carolannes@readingtonhsa.com with any questions.
FPAC: DONATION DRIVE - The FPAC donation drive "Take 5" is going on for the month of November. Click HERE to donate. Even a small amount ($5) can make a big difference! Thank you for your support of the Readington arts.
CONCERT PROGRAM SHOUTOUTS - Click HERE to add a shout out to your favorite young performer in their winter concert programs.
WINTER CONCERT HELP - The FPAC needs help during the RMS and HBS winter concerts. Sign up HERE to donate snacks, water and/or your time! Thank you in advance!
WINTER SHOPPE - The HSA will once again be hosting a Winter Shoppe this year at WHS! This Shoppe is a great opportunity for our students to shop for gifts at prices ranging from $.50 -$18.00.
We would love it if you could volunteer at our Winter Shoppe by helping students choose gifts within their budget and wrap the presents (we provide plastic gift bags). Please click here to sign up to help at our Winter Shoppe.
Dates: December 1-4th, 2025
Location: Whitehouse School Library
Thank you so much for helping us make this a fun and memorable event for the kids!
WHITEHOUSE SCHOOL GIVE BACK EVENT - BIG ANNOUNCEMENT COMING SOON!!!
Where lunchtime laughs and tray go by,
Something fun is drawing nigh!
The lights may dim -- but don't be afraid --
That's when magic starts to fade...
Then POP! Bright colors come alive
Twinkly, sparkly, full of drive.
Can you guess what this might be?
A glowing time for all to see!!
YEARBOOK - Yearbook purchases are now open. Early bird pricing is available only through January 1st:
- $23 for a standard book
- $28 for a personalized book
- $5 for Love Lines
- $10 for Parent Ads
Order here: https://shop.memorybook.com
School code: 227557M
Prices increase after January 1st.
November 19, 2025
November 20 - Cheesecake Sale Pick-Up
November 26 - Hat Spirit Day!
November 26 - Early Dismissal @ 1:00 PM - Thanksgiving Recess
November 26 - Report Cards Posted to Parent Portal after 2:00 PM
November 27 & 28 - Schools Closed - Thanksgiving Recess
December 1 - Wear Your Red Cub Shirt!
December 1-4 - H.S.A. Winter Shoppe
December 17 Gr. 3 STEAM Team
December 23 - The PAJAM!
December 23 - Early Dismissal @ 1:00 PM - Winter Recess
December 24-January 4 - Schools Closed - Winter Recess
New ! ATTENTION: Cheesecake Sale Pick-Up after school on Thursday, November 20. Cheesecakes must be picked up immediately after school. Thank you in advance for your support and cooperation!!
New! WHS Salutes our Heroes for Gratitude Month - Reminder - raffle tickets to win a Ride to School on a Fire Truck will be sold during student lunches tomorrow! If you would like your child (Kindergarten-Grade 3) to purchase raffle tickets, please send in $5 cash per ticket.100% of the proceeds will be donated to the Whitehouse Station Fire Department!
We are Cubs of Character!!! - November is Gratitude month at Whitehouse School. We are teaching the children that gratitude is about being grateful for the people and things in their lives. Please continue to discuss acts of good character with your child as he/she earns your permission to shade in pieces from his/her bucket-filler puzzle. Your child has already received a copy, but you can (click here) to download another copy of the Gratitude bucket!
Camp Invention - Camp Invention will be back in the summer of 2026 at Holland Brook School from Aug 3-6 from 8:30AM to 3PM each day. Campers will be from Rising K-6th grade.
Currently hiring Instructors for the Camp. Join us for an unforgettable and empowering summer teaching experience!
- Instructors can register 2 immediate children for FREE!! Discount code ED26 (1 code allowed per Instructor; code will discount 100% off up to 2 immediate children on your order)
The flyer and registration detail is attached along with a chart with stipend details.
H.S.A. News
Thank you to everyone who celebrated with us at the Nex Level Kids Night Out event! We hope it was a joyful, high-energy night for kids and parents!
Thank you to all who participated in our Winter Holiday Family Mini Sessions! We hope your photos captured the magic of the season. If you have any questions, please email kristinm@readingtonhsa.com or carolannes@readingtonhsa.com.
Last chance to register! Paint & Sips Party - November 21 - Unleash your inner artist at the Readington HSA Paint & Sips Party! Join us for an afternoon or evening of color, creativity, and fun as students paint their choice of awesome designs — from Wicked magic to Minecraft adventures, Sports Helmets to soaring Hot Air Balloons! Each budding artist will receive their own canvas, paints, and guided instruction to create a masterpiece, plus enjoy popcorn, a juice box, and tons of laughter along the way. Open to all K–5 students from HBS, TBS, and WHS, this is the perfect way to let imaginations take flight! Spots are limited, so grab your brushes and join us this Friday, November 21 at Holland Brook School for a paint-tastic time! Click here to register https://paint-sips-party.cheddarup.com
Join the Readington HSA for a Movie - December 13! - Grab your popcorn and your friends — the Readington HSA is hosting a special showing of Zootopia 2 at the Hillsborough Cinemas on Saturday, December 13th! Come enjoy an afternoon of laughter, adventure, and community as Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde return to the big screen. It’s a great way to kick off the holiday season with your family and support our schools!
Date: Saturday, December 13th
Location: Hillsborough Cinemas
Hosted by: Readington HSA
Purchase your tickets here: https://zootopia2-tickets.cheddarup.com/
Please contact Carolannes@readingtonhsa.com with any questions.
FPAC:DONATION DRIVE - The FPAC donation drive "Take 5" is going on for the month of November. Click HERE to donate. Even a small amount ($5) can make a big difference! Thank you for your support of the Readington arts.
CONCERT PROGRAM SHOUTOUTS - Click HERE to add a shout out to your favorite young performer in their winter concert programs.
WINTER CONCERT HELP - The FPAC needs help during the RMS and HBS winter concerts! Sign up HERE to donate snacks, water and/or your time! Thank you in advance!
WINTER SHOPPE IS COMING! - The HSA will once again be hosting a Winter Shoppe this year at WHS! This Shoppe is a great opportunity for our students to shop for gifts at prices ranging from $.50 -$18.00. The class shopping schedule will be coming home in folders early next week.
New! ATTENTION: Cheesecake Sale Pick-Up after school on Thursday, November 20. Cheesecakes must be picked up immediately after school. Thank you in advance for your support and cooperation!!
November 12, 2025
November 12 - Marking Period 2 Starts
November 13 - WHS Picture Retakes
November 15 - Kids Night Out Event at Nex Level Ninja
November 19 - Grade 3 STEAM Team
November 26 - Hat Spirit Day!
November 26 - Early Dismissal @ 1:00 PM - Thanksgiving Recess
November 26 - Report Cards Posted to Parent Portal after 2:00 PM
November 27 & 28 - Thanksgiving Recess
New! Reminder - Picture Retake Day is Tomorrow!
A Message from Lifetouch:
Dear Parents,
As a token of appreciation, Lifetouch is offering discounts on school photography!
- 50% off a purchase of $50+ with code 50THANKS
- 40% off a purchase of $40+ with code 40THANKS
- 30% off a purchase of $30+ with code 30THANKS
Valid through 12/01/25. To order, log in to your account on mylifetouch.com or create an account, find your student and order using your student's student ID number (if available at your school). Don’t forget to order your FREE Digital SmileSafe card!
More about the Smilesafe program here.
Terms & Conditions: Offer is only available through December 1, 2025, 11:59pm CST. Use code 50THANKS to get 50% off an online purchase of $50 or more. Use code 40THANKS to get 40% off an online purchase of $40 or more. Use code 30THANKS to get 30% off an online purchase of $30 or more. Not valid for adjustments on prior purchases or after the promotional period, or with any other offer. Products, prices, availability, and offers are subject to change without notice. Shutterfly Lifetouch, LLC has the right to cancel an order due to altered, unauthorized, or ineligible use of discount.
New! Hunterdon County Walk/Roll to School - Fantastic participation in the Walk/Roll to School event! Please click here for a message from goHunterdon.org
We are Cubs of Character!!! - November is Gratitude month at Whitehouse School. We are teaching the children that gratitude is about being grateful for the people and things in their lives. Please continue to discuss acts of good character with your child as he/she earns your permission to shade in pieces from his/her bucket-filler puzzle. Your child has already received a copy, but you can (click here) to download another copy of the Gratitude bucket!
The Great Body Shop - Each month, Family Letters from The Great Body Shop will be posted on the district website. Please CLICK HERE to review this material.
STEM Lab Supply Drive - Help us gather building materials for our next STEM projects - Please see the attached flyer for materials needed.
Camp Invention - Camp Invention will be back in the summer of 2026 at Holland Brook School from Aug 3-6 from 8:30AM to 3PM each day. Campers will be from Rising K-6th grade.
Currently hiring Instructors for the Camp. Join us for an unforgettable and empowering summer teaching experience!
- Instructors can register 2 immediate children for FREE!! Discount code ED26 (1 code allowed per Instructor; code will discount 100% off up to 2 immediate children on your order)
The flyer and registration detail is attached along with a chart with stipend details.
H.S.A. News
LAST CALL - KIDS NIGHT OUT at NEX LEVEL - November 15th - We are excited to partner with Nex Level Ninja for another Kids Night Out event!! For $25 per child, Nex Level Ninja will provide a fun filled evening for all the attendees. They will provide the following: staffing for all activities, ninja course, basketball courts for basketball and games (gaga, blowups etc.), ninja games and challenges and pizza and drinks. Click here to register by Thursday, November 13th.
LAST CALL - Vendors Needed! - HSA Holiday Vendor Event December 7th! -
The first annual HSA Holiday Vendor Event will be on December 7th from 10 to 4. Vendor spaces are $50 and entry tickets will be $3. We ask that vendors submit their application and payment no later than November 15th. The vendor application is now available, please click here to see the flyer and click here to register.
Paint & Sips Party - November 21 - Unleash your inner artist at the Readington HSA Paint & Sips Party! Join us for an afternoon or evening of color, creativity, and fun as students paint their choice of awesome designs — from Wicked magic to Minecraft adventures, Sports Helmets to soaring Hot Air Balloons! Each budding artist will receive their own canvas, paints, and guided instruction to create a masterpiece, plus enjoy popcorn, a juice box, and tons of laughter along the way. Open to all K–5 students from HBS, TBS, and WHS, this is the perfect way to let imaginations take flight! Spots are limited, so grab your brushes and join us Friday, November 21 at Holland Brook School for a paint-tastic time! Click here to register https://paint-sips-party.cheddarup.com
Join the Readington HSA for a Movie - December 13! - Grab your popcorn and your friends — the Readington HSA is hosting a special showing of Zootopia 2 at the Hillsborough Cinemas on Saturday, December 13th!
Come enjoy an afternoon of laughter, adventure, and community as Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde return to the big screen. It’s a great way to kick off the holiday season with your family and support our schools!
Date: Saturday, December 13th
Location: Hillsborough Cinemas
Hosted by: Readington HSA
Purchase your tickets here: https://zootopia2-tickets.cheddarup.com/
Please contact Carolannes@readingtonhsa.com with any questions.
FPAC:DONATION DRIVE - The FPAC donation drive "Take 5" is going on for the month of November. Click HERE to donate. Even a small amount ($5) can make a big difference! Thank you for your support of the Readington arts.
CONCERT PROGRAM SHOUTOUTS - Click HERE to add a shoutout to your favorite young performer in their winter concert programs.
WINTER CONCERT HELP - The FPAC needs help during the RMS and HBS winter concerts. Sign up HERE to donate snacks, water and/or your time! Thank you in advance!
Whitehouse School Memory Book - Please upload any Halloween pictures for yearbook consideration by November 30th. https://photos.jostens.com/6XM6AN?utm_source=chatgpt.com
SAVE THE DATE - Winter Shoppe - December 1-4 - Schedule and Volunteer Sign Ups Coming Soon
Attention Parents - We are looking for one more person to help CoChair/Shadow existing Chairperson to take over Winter Shoppe for next year. Our beloved Chair, Misty Gray is aging out of WHS and is willing to train someone new so that we can have a seamless transition for next year.
Please know this volunteer position requires 1 day for set up, 4 days of being at the shoppe during sales, a few emails and 1 zoom meeting with vendor per year. As a volunteer you are eligible to attend a HSA event for free with your child.
Please reach out to carolannes@readingtonhsa.com or Missym@readingtonhsa.com if you’re interested.
November 5, 2025
November 6 & 7 - Schools Closed - NJEA Convention
November 11 - Marking Period 1 Ends
November 12 - Marking Period 2 Starts
November 13 - WHS Picture Retakes
November 15 - Kids Night Out Event at Nex Level Ninja
November 19 - Grade 3 STEAM Team
November 26 - Hat Spirit Day!
November 26 - Early Dismissal @ 1:00 PM - Thanksgiving Recess
November 26 - Report Cards Posted to Parent Portal after 2:00 PM
November 27 & 28 - Schools Closed - Thanksgiving Recess
NEW! WHS Newsletter - Please click on the following link to read our November Newsletter. Whitehouse News - November 2025
NEW! We are Cubs of Character!!! - November is Gratitude month at Whitehouse School. We are teaching the children that gratitude is about being grateful for the people and things in their lives. Please continue to discuss acts of good character with your child as he/she earns your permission to shade in pieces from his/her bucket-filler puzzle. Your child has already received a copy, but you can (click here) to download another copy of the Gratitude bucket!
NEW! Each month, Family Letters from The Great Body Shop will be posted on the district website. Please CLICK HERE to review this material.
STEM Lab Supply Drive - Help us gather building materials for our next STEM projects - Please see the attached flyer for materials needed.
Camp Invention - Camp Invention will be back in the summer of 2026 at Holland Brook School from Aug 3-6 from 8:30AM to 3PM each day. Campers will be from Rising K-6th grade.
Currently hiring Instructors for the Camp. Join us for an unforgettable and empowering summer teaching experience!
- Instructors can register 2 immediate children for FREE!! Discount code ED26 (1 code allowed per Instructor; code will discount 100% off up to 2 immediate children on your order)
The flyer and registration detail is attached along with a chart with stipend details.
H.S.A. News
Paint & Sips Party - Unleash your inner artist at the Readington HSA Paint & Sips Party! Join us for an afternoon or evening of color, creativity, and fun as students paint their choice of awesome designs — from Wicked magic to Minecraft adventures, Sports Helmets to soaring Hot Air Balloons! Each budding artist will receive their own canvas, paints, and guided instruction to create a masterpiece, plus enjoy popcorn, a juice box, and tons of laughter along the way. Open to all K–5 students from HBS, TBS, and WHS, this is the perfect way to let imaginations take flight! Spots are limited, so grab your brushes and join us Friday, November 21 at Holland Brook School for a paint-tastic time! Click here to register https://paint-sips-party.cheddarup.com
FPAC NEWS - The FPAC donation drive "Take 5" is going on for the month of November. Click HERE to donate. Even a small amount ($5!) can make a big difference! Thank you for your support of the Readington arts.
Vendors Needed! - HSA Holiday Vendor Event December 7th! - The first annual HSA Holiday Vendor Event will be on December 7th from 10 to 4. Vendor spaces are $50 and entry tickets will be $3. We ask that vendors submit their application and payment no later than November 15th. The vendor application is now available, please click here to see the flyer and click here to register.
KIDS NIGHT OUT at NEX LEVEL - NOV 15th - We are excited to partner with Nex Level Ninja for another Kids Night Out event!! For $25 per child, Nex Level Ninja will provide a fun filled evening for all the attendees. They will provide the following: staffing for all activities, ninja course, basketball courts for basketball and games (gaga, blowups etc.), ninja games and challenges and pizza and drinks. Click here to register.
Join the Readington HSA for a Movie! - Grab your popcorn and your friends — the Readington HSA is hosting a special showing of Zootopia 2 at the Hillsborough Cinemas on Saturday, December 13th!
Come enjoy an afternoon of laughter, adventure, and community as Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde return to the big screen. It’s a great way to kick off the holiday season with your family and support our schools!
Date: Saturday, December 13th
Location: Hillsborough Cinemas
Hosted by: Readington HSA
Purchase your tickets here:
https://zootopia2-tickets.cheddarup.com/
Please contact Carolannes@readingtonhsa.com with any questions.
Whitehouse School Memory Book - Please upload any Halloween pictures for yearbook consideration by November 30th. https://photos.jostens.com/6XM6AN?utm_source=chatgpt.com
SAVE THE DATE - Winter Shoppe - December 1-4 - Schedule and Volunteer Sign Ups Coming Soon