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The South Hunterdon Girls on the Run Team had students in grades 3-5 from both the South Hunterdon Regional Elementary School and the Middle School on Location. Our coaching staff was four teachers throughout the district - Taylor LaBau, Lynnsley Jameson, Amanda McPherson and Victoria Marley. We held practices at the MSOL weekly.
Girls on the Run inspires individuals of all abilities to discover, build, and grow their self-confidence. Together, they experience a sense of belonging and connection as a team. Volunteer coaches facilitate lessons that blend physical activity with life skill development, including managing emotions, fostering friendships, and expressing empathy. At the end of the season, the team completes a Community Impact Project and a 5K together, which provides a tangible sense of accomplishment and sets a confident mindset into motion.
We held our practice 5k on the track at South on May 27th where the girls, their families, teachers and administration came out to participate on the track. Our 5k was at Mercer County Community College on Sunday June 1st. One of our girls, Nazareth, was chosen to sing the National Anthem. |
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The 5th and 6th grade dance was a lively and fun-filled event with a tropical luau theme. Students arrived dressed in colorful outfits, flower leis, and big smiles, ready to dance the night away. The gym was decorated with beautiful decorations, and island-themed music that set the perfect mood. Everyone enjoyed snacks, games, and lots of dancing, making it a night to remember.
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6th Grade Dorney Park Trip
The 6th grade had an exciting field trip to Dorney Park, filled with laughter, thrills, and unforgettable memories. Students enjoyed a variety of roller coasters, water rides, and games throughout the day. It was a great opportunity for classmates to bond outside of school and celebrate the end of the year together. The trip was a fun and well-deserved break after all their hard work during the school year. Thank you to all staff and parent chaperones for helping make this day so special.
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Next Level Ninja: Safety Field Trip
At the end of each school year, we celebrate Safety Patrol by providing a field trip to thank them for all their hard work and dedication. They are the leaders of our school and provide safety for all staff and students throughout the year! This year, we brought our 6th-grade Safety Patrol to Nex Level Ninja in Flemington. The students had a great time testing out different Nex Level Ninja obstacles and courses. They also played different games like “The Floor is Lava” and Gaga ball. Thank you, 6th Grade Safeties!
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Our 6th grade students organized a heartfelt surprise bridal shower for Ms. Howarth, celebrating her upcoming wedding with warmth and enthusiasm. The event was a beautiful blend of creativity and affection, showcasing the students' thoughtfulness and dedication. Miss. Howarth was deeply moved by the gesture, and the occasion was filled with laughter, joy, and meaningful connections. It was a memorable celebration that highlighted the strong bond between teacher and students.
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Congrats to Cindy Zidzik and Yvonne Penna, who were honored at the 2025 Hunterdon County Educator of the Year Luncheon. We caught up with Ms. Zidzik and Ms. Penna to learn more about their teaching philosophies.
Educator of the Year, Cindy Zidzik, shared the following:
I’m deeply honored to be named Teacher of the Year. This recognition means so much to me, and I’m truly grateful. More than anything, it reflects the amazing students I have the privilege of working with each day. Their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives enrich our classroom, and I continue to learn as much from them as they do from me.
Every day in our school brings new challenges, fresh insights, and meaningful opportunities to grow together. I feel incredibly fortunate to be part of such a warm, close-knit community where learning is personal, engaging, and truly collaborative.
Thank you to everyone—students, colleagues, families, and friends—who has supported me throughout this journey. This honor is not mine alone; it belongs to all of us. Here's to continued growth and shared success in the years ahead.
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Educational Service Professional of the Year, Yvonne Penna, participated in a Q & A:
Q: What is the most important thing you hope students learn from you?
YP: I hope that students feel my care and trust, and learn how to be positive, kind and respectful towards each other. I also hope that they discover the joy in learning and understand that it’s okay to make mistakes because we all learn from them and use these experiences to build self-confidence, becoming more resilient and independent while working through challenges.
Q: What continues to inspire or motivate you as a paraprofessional?
YP: It is truly amazing to see students make a remarkable transformation as they develop their knowledge and skills from the start to the end of the school year. It is incredibly inspiring to be a part of their learning journey, showing me that they can absolutely reach their full potential and become their best selves.
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Q: What makes South Hunterdon a special place to work?
YP: So many things make South Hunterdon special. Among them is the supportive and collaborative culture fostered by the administrators, colleagues and staff. I am fortunate to work with such a dedicated group of professionals who are excellent mentors and invaluable resources. Beyond that, the powerful sense of community connecting the schools, students, and their families in this district is also exceptional. This community truly understands that "it takes a village" and it shows with their remarkable dedication to education.
As the year comes to a close, the 5th and 6th grades participated in their first and last Field Day at the Middle School on location. Students enjoyed a fun filled day of relays, water events, teacher relay, kickball game and an end of day spray down from the West Amwell Fire Department. Thank you to the PTO, teacher and staff for helping make Field Day such a success. See you all next year!
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What an incredible day we had at our Preschool Fun Day! The school was buzzing with excitement as our little learners explored a full lineup of engaging, hands-on activities that brought joy, creativity, movement, and plenty of laughter.
Students participated in a cooking activity, various arts and craft projects, explored sensory tables, played different gym related games, did a yoga cool down and of course... ran through our inflatable obstacle course!
It was a perfect blend of play, creativity, and learning — a joyful reminder of all the ways our preschoolers grow through hands-on experiences. Thank you to our amazing staff and parent volunteers who helped make this day such a success!
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The first District Choral Concert for students in grades 5-12 took place on Tuesday May 8, 2025. This concert was under the direction of Kaitlyn Flynn (5-6) and Jocelyn Alam (7-12). The choral students came together for a joint piece with all 5th through 12th graders at the conclusion of the event. Their hard work was evident in a beautiful performance all around.
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End of Year Picnic: In celebration of our wonderful school year, we are planning a School Picnic. During the school day on Friday, June 13th from 10:30am-12:30pm, we will all gather on the field for fun, games, a wiffleball tournament, and a cookout!
This day is scheduled as an early dismissal day and all students will dismiss at 12:50. |
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06.11.25 - 06.16.25 Early Dismissal Days
06.11.25 PreK Promotion @ 10:00 - MPR
06.12.25 Assembly - Ball in the House @ 9:45-11:00 - South
06.13.25 School Picnic @ 10:30am-12:30pm
06.16.25 Last Day of School - Pizza & Kona Ice
06.16.25 Report Cards Posted
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