Preschool · Cherry Hill Public Schools
Chesterbrook Academy Preschool
Open · 9:30 AM–3:30 PM
Regular day 9:30 AM–3:30 PM
This week
Full calendarMon
5Favorite Color DayBoard of Education Committee Meetings - Curriculum & InstructionGrilled Chicken Patty, WG White Wheat Hamburger Bun, Ketchup, Maple Fire Roasted Sweet Potato, Fruit Cocktail, Diced PearsTue
6Golden Rule DayPolicy & Legislation Committee MeetingSalisbury Steak & Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Wheat Dinner Roll, Red Delicious Apple, Diced Pears, Mandarin Oranges, ApplesauceWed
7Kindness Shines Bright DayNJ Week of RespectNAE GF Chicken Tender Strips, Ketchup, Plain WG Brown Rice, Baby Carrots, Banana, Carrot Coins, Mandarin OrangesLunch from the district's monthly menu. Whole month
Reminders
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Attendance and Chronic Absenteeism Awareness
Starting school or returning to school can be a great experience for youngest learners, but for others it can be scary as they adjust to their new routine. Ensuring students attend school daily and on time assists them in their transition and provides the best learning opportunity. Students attending daily and on time are exposed to the entirety of the curriculum and social opportunities with peers. As part of NJDOE's efforts to combat chronic absenteeism, all student absences will be tracked. NJDOE defines chronic absenteeism as being absent for more than 10% of the school year. In accordance with the Cherry Hill Attendance Policy, attendance letters will be sent home at intervals of 4, 7, and 10 consecutive days absent from the program. Preschool students absent for 10 or more consecutive days will be at risk of losing their spot in the preschool program.
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New Jersey School Vaccine Requirements for Child Care & Preschool
New Jersey requires children attending child care centers and preschools to meet minimum immunization requirements. Vaccination milestones by age: By 3 months: 1 DTaP, 1 IPV/OPV, 1 Hib, 1 PCV. By 5 months: 2 DTaP, 2 IPV/OPV, 2 Hib, 2 PCV. By 7 months: 3 DTaP, 2 IPV/OPV, 2-3 Hib, 3 PCV, 1 Flu. By 16 months: 3 DTaP, 2 IPV/OPV, 3-4 Hib, 4 PCV, 1 Flu, 1 MMR, 1 VAR. By 19 months: 4 DTaP, 3 IPV, 3-4 Hib, 4 PCV, 1 Flu, 1 MMR, 1 VAR. Flu vaccine is due every year for children six months and older by November 30. Vaccine key: DTaP=Diphtheria/Tetanus/Pertussis, Hib=Haemophilus influenzae type b, Flu=Influenza, IPV/OPV=Inactivated/Oral Polio Vaccine, MMR=Measles/Mumps/Rubella, PCV=Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine, VAR=Varicella.
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Nap Linens Laundry Reminder
All linens used for naptime are sent home Friday with your student. Please launder the linens and return to school Monday. Contact Amanda Gerald, CPIS, at agerald@chclc.org or 856-429-5600 ext. 4458 with any questions or concerns.
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Sep17
Sep11
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Chronic Absenteeism and Attendance Policy
The NJDOE tracks all student absences as part of efforts to combat chronic absenteeism, defined as being absent for more than 10% of the school year. In accordance with the Cherry Hill Attendance Policy, attendance letters will be sent home at intervals of 4, 7, and 10 consecutive days absent from the program. Preschool students absent for 10 or more consecutive days will be at risk of losing their spot in the preschool program. Daily and on-time attendance ensures students are exposed to the full curriculum and have social opportunities with peers.
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Special Education Parent Advisory Group (SEPAG) Welcome Back Video
Cherry Hill SEPAG invites parents to view their Welcome Back video for the 2026-2027 school year.
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Coming up
All datesOct8
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Oct9
Eagles High School Football Showdown - East vs. West
6:00 PM
Cherry Hill High School East will host High School West for the annual East/West football game. The Philadelphia Eagles have selected this game as their designated High School Football Showdown Game. Fans will have the chance to meet former Eagles players, take photos with Swoop, and see the Eagles Cheerleaders and Drumline. Tickets can be purchased online.
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Oct12
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Oct14
Barclay Pies Dine & Donate
4:00 AM
Cherry Hill Preschool PTA fundraiser at Barclay Pies. 20% of sales donated to the preschool. Use code MALBERG20 for online orders or mention the event when ordering in-store. Available all day for dine-in, takeout, and online orders. Website: barclaypies.com, Social: @barclaypies
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Oct15
A Community Discussion with the Board of Education
7:00 PM
A Community Discussion with the Board of Education, Dr. Kwame Morton, and District Administration Topic: Technology (screen time, AI, and student use of internet-enabled devices)
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Oct26
In School Pumpkin Patch
4:00 AM
In-school pumpkin patch event, week of 10/26 based on site.
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Oct27
Trunk or Treat
5:30 PM
Cherry Hill Preschool PTA presents Trunk or Treat. Costumes welcome. Volunteers needed to host trunks; volunteer form to be sent at a later date.
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Oct27
Board of Education Action Meeting
6:30 PM
Arthur Lewis Administration Building, 45 Ranoldo Terrace, 6:30 PM. This meeting will also be live streamed. Join via Zoom at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81694410918 or by phone: 646-558-8656 or 301-715-8592. Meeting ID: 816 9441 0918
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Oct29
Who to contact
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Buses & transportation
District pageTransportation office(856) 489-5851
Hours7:00 am - 4:30 pm daily
- Bus running late?Call the transportation office (7:00 am - 4:30 pm daily). When notified in advance, the Transportation Department will attempt to send an automated message for individual route delays of 20 minutes or more. As a friendly reminder, please be sure your contact information in Genesis is up to date for best service.
- Late bus after activitiesLate buses only run for the middle and high schools; there is no late bus at this school.
- Need a different stop for today?Permission to change buses, or bus stop, will be granted in cases of EMERGENCY ONLY. Students must ride on their assigned bus as well as get off the bus at their assigned stop. We will do our best to accommodate EMERGENCY situations that might require your child changing buses or pick-up and drop-off points for the current day. Requests to change bus stops must be sent to the principal in writing prior to 11:30am. The principal must approve any change in drop-off by signing the note. Upon approval, your request will be sent to the CHPS Transportation Department and the driver will be notified.
- Changing your regular bus stopValid bus stop change requests for existing bus stop locations will only be accepted until October 31st for the current school year. Following that date, only new move-in stops or extreme emergency changes will be considered. Bus stops must be consistent for time efficiency, student safety and driver's knowledge of route, especially substitutes. Bus stop change request form
- Left something on the bus?The CHPS Transportation Department's procedure is to have your student's driver hold on to anything found on the bus for 3 days before turning it over to the bus contractors’ office. Neither Cherry Hill Public Schools or our bus contractors are responsible for missing or damaged items. Lost items
- Weather closings & delaysSchool closing information
Transportation department staff (6)
Malberg Administration Building, 45 Ranoldo Terrace, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034-0391
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Programs (6)
Sep21
Cherry Hill Public Schools Senior Internship Program
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.
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Sep17
The Coles Program - Back to School Night
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.
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Teacher and Staff Recognition Form
A form available throughout the year for families to acknowledge and recognize teachers and staff for their hard work. Completed forms will be printed out and given to the identified teacher/staff member. Families are encouraged to submit this form anytime and as many times as they would like.
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Special Education Parent Advisory Group (SEPAG) Video Message
Video message from the Special Education Parent Advisory Group
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Adventure Aquarium Pre-K Pass
Free pass program for all children age 2 through age 5. Sign up today to receive a free Adventure Aquarium pass.
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Jul1
SACC 2026-2027 Registration
4:00 PM
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.
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Clubs & organizations (3)
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Cherry Hill Public Schools Preschool Program PTA Membership
Become a member of the PTA today for the 2026-2027 school year. The PTA's mission is to assist in providing a strong family-school partnership through collaborative events, open communication, and volunteer support while celebrating important milestones. The PTA supports all sites in the Preschool Expansion program. For more info, contact chpspreschoolspta@gmail.com or use the QR code to join.
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Oct5
Cherry Hill Public Schools Preschool Program PTA - First General Meeting
6:00 PM
First General PTA meeting to discuss upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, and more. Meeting held at Malberg or online.
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Oct5
Cherry Hill Preschools PTA - First General Meeting
6:00 PM
First General PTA meeting for the 2026-2027 school year. Discussion of upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, and more. Meeting available in-person at Malberg or online via QR code. Contact: chpspreschoolspta@gmail.com
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Volunteering (2)
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PTA Room Parent Sign-Up
Sign up to be a Room Parent for the PTA.
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PTA Site Liaisons - Call for Volunteers
Seeking Site Liaisons to serve as main point of contact between PTA Board and assigned preschool site, provide communication from Board to parents, and assist with getting items to site for PTA events/initiatives.
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Busing & arrival (1)
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School Bus Transportation Information
Students should arrive at the bus stop 5-10 minutes prior to scheduled pick-up time. Buses depart approximately 10-15 minutes after the end bell time. Automated delay notifications are sent for individual route delays of 20 minutes or more. Timing may fluctuate during the first three weeks of school and throughout the year due to weather, traffic, and construction. Contact Transportation Department at 856-489-5851 for questions. For late bus runs at Middle and High School: Hillman's (West, Beck, Rosa routes) 856-753-1123 or First Student/Berlin (East, Carusi routes) 856-753-0222.
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Policy updates (4)
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Nut-Free Zone Policy
All Cherry Hill Public Preschool locations are completely nut free. Nut products such as peanut butter, cashew butter, almond butter, hazelnut spread (Nutella), and whole nuts are not permitted. Do not send your child to school with nut products as it poses health and safety risks for students and staff and they will not be permitted to be consumed while at school.
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Nov30
Flu Vaccination Requirement - Mandatory by November 30, 2026
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.
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Sep1
Cell Phone Policy - Personal Internet Enabled Devices Prohibited
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.
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Wireless Communication Device Policy Update (Policy 5516.01)
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.
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Procedures (3)
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Pep Rally & Early Dismissal Procedures
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.
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Photo and Video Privacy Policy
When posting photos or videos of your child on social media or sharing with others, ensure that no other students appear in the photo or video being shared publicly. This is a major privacy concern for students and families who have not expressed approval for their child's photo or video to be publicly shared.
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Aug26
District Paperwork Release
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.
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Initiatives (7)
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Scooping Up Some Skills - Social Emotional Learning
Three-part parent education series on social-emotional development: Scoop 1 focuses on helping children notice, name, and understand feelings through feeling faces/wheels and nightly check-ins. Scoop 2 teaches social-emotional skills through teaching rules, practice, and praising effort. Scoop 3 emphasizes family-child relationships through 5-10 minutes daily of child-led play, descriptive commenting, and cozy routines.
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Oct1
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Sep–Oct15–14
Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with the theme 'Todos Somos, Somos Uno; We Are All, We Are One.' The observation honors the histories, cultures, and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. The month began in 1968 as Hispanic Heritage Week under President Lyndon Johnson and was expanded to a 30-day period in 1988. September 15 is significant as the anniversary of independence for Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua, while Mexico and Chile celebrate their independence on September 16 and 18 respectively.
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Oct5–8
Sep15
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Early Literacy Universal Screening
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.
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People mentioned (9)
Sylvia Mendez
Civil Rights Activist and Education Advocate
Elizabeth Martinez
First Mexican American Librarian in California
Dr. Arnulfo Trejo
Professor of Library Science
Barbara Kase-Avner
District Nurse
Heidi Setchel
Malberg Nurse
Kim Cantermen
Principal
Hailey Shaw
Assistant Principal
Pulled from the school's newsletter and website, and the district calendar.