Henry C. Beck Middle School

Cherry Hill Public Schools offers a senior internship program to seniors at both East & West. This year the district has 17 partners providing internships to 42 seniors from CHHS East and West. Partners include Jefferson Health, Penn Medicine, Environmental Resolutions, Inc., South Jersey Dental Studios, Strong Bond PT, Cardinal Kids OT, and CHPD. Jefferson Health is the largest partner, providing opportunities for 12 students (10 healthcare interns and 2 facilities management interns) with clinical experiences in nursing, operating room, radiology, lab, pharmacy, and rehabilitation (PT/OT). The week of September 21 was the first week for many internships.

On September 17th, the Coles Program welcomed families to Back to School Night, giving parents and guardians the opportunity to meet their students' teachers, follow their child's schedule, and learn about the year ahead. Staff shared classroom expectations, course goals, and this year's program-wide focus on Presence—being consistent and showing up for students every day. Families were introduced to new staff and updated classroom procedures, including teacher-set cell phone limits. The evening reflected the collaboration between staff and families that the Coles Program relies on to help every student feel supported, known, and ready to succeed.

Video resource for SEPAG back to school information.

Video message from the Special Education Parent Advisory Group

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School-Age Child Care (SACC) registration for Grades K-5 for the 2026-2027 school year opens Wednesday, July 1st at 4:00 PM. Date and time are subject to change. For additional information, visit www.chclc.org or call the SACC office at 856.429.6564.

Clubs and activities will begin in September. Check out all of the clubs and activity flyers by visiting the Activities webpage and the Clubs & Activities slidedeck.

Summer reading assignments for middle schoolers to help sharpen skills developed throughout the year. A variety of thought-provoking books are available for students to enjoy.

Seeking a parent volunteer to join SEPAG on the school's behalf. Interested parents should email Ms. Sims directly.

New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services mandates that all children in childcare and all preschool students must receive a flu vaccine by November 30, 2026. After vaccination, parents must send a doctor's note with the date to the school nurse. Students without documentation cannot attend school beginning December 1, 2026. No extensions will be granted by the Department of Health.

Beginning with the 2026-2027 academic year, New Jersey State statute prohibits personal internet-enabled devices (PIED) from being used in schools throughout the entirety of the school day, from bell-to-bell. Phones are expected to be off and away during the school day to support student focus and face-to-face engagement. Parents are asked to help support this policy.

Students must keep wireless communication devices (cell phones, smart watches, earbuds, wireless headphones) silenced and in a secure place during instructional periods. Smart watches may be worn but only for timekeeping. Students are prohibited from recording audio or video at all times. Exceptions apply for devices documented in IEPs, 504 plans, or Individual Health Plans with prior School Nurse permission. Discipline for violations is governed by the Student Code of Conduct.

New policy on student use of cell phones and other wireless communication devices (smartwatches, airpods, earbuds). For 6th graders, the school will provide guidance and direct instruction on expectations. All students will participate in educational lessons in Advisory about the policy. Students are expected to store phones/wireless devices in bookbags and lockers during the day. Phones will not be accessible in the lunchroom and may not be taken into bathrooms. No wireless airpods or earbuds are permitted at any time. Students may check phones during locker breaks or before dismissal. Students needing to call a parent/guardian will be directed to the School Counseling Office. Students with IEPs, 504 Plans, or Individual Health Plans documenting a need for their device are exempt. Non-compliance may result in disciplinary consequences per the Code of Conduct.

On Friday, October 9th, there will be a Pep Rally following an abbreviated schedule, beginning around 1:50 PM. For early dismissals occurring after 1:15 PM, an Express Sign-Out option is available for those who qualify. All early dismissals must be entered in the Genesis Parent Portal by 12:30 PM on October 9th. The person picking up the student must be listed in Genesis as an approved contact and present a government-issued ID upon arrival. Student drivers may only drive themselves from campus if they have an approved vehicle with a valid East parking pass.

Until locker rooms are fully operational, students are expected to come to school dressed for Physical Education on their scheduled PE days. This will help ensure that instructional time is maximized and students are able to participate fully in class activities. Locker rooms are anticipated to be ready for student use in October. An update will be provided as soon as a confirmed date is available.

District paperwork will be sent out electronically on August 26 by 9:00 AM. Families whose paperwork is complete will be able to access teacher assignments, bus information, and schedules (at the secondary level), beginning August 28 by 9:00 AM.

NJ Week of Respect observance.

Cherry Hill Public Schools introduces the early literacy universal screening process for students in kindergarten through grade five. The screening assesses students' reading skills at least twice a year as required by New Jersey law; Cherry Hill will assess three times a year to track student progress. DIBELS 8 will be used as the screener, administered by a teacher or staff member in no more than 10 minutes. Families will receive a Family Report detailing their child's literacy screening results and information about available support services including reading intervention programs.