Gloucester Township School District

Emerging trends like "HVM," "SIGMA," and "Alpha Male" are reshaping young views on masculinity, urging parents to understand their impact. Read the article or watch the video: Alpha, HVM, SIGMA: The Rise of Harmful Male Stereotype and learn: • How this trend is can be appealing to young boys and men • Effective strategies for parents to mitigate harmful online influences • Engaging conversation starters and tips for discussing this topic with your children https://gloucestertownshipschools.onlinesafetyhub.io/parent/videos/alpha-hvm-sigma-the-rise-of-harmful-male-stereotypes-online

Say "hello" to Messaging in the Gloucester Township School District app! Our same app now keeps you informed across your child's classes. Look for your personalized invite to access Messages, Announcements, and Stream later today. Download for Android https://aptg.co/f47cVF Download for iPhone https://aptg.co/xlqbxC

Say hello to the Gloucester Township School District app. and classroom announcements in the Gloucester Township School District app. Now, it’s easier than ever to stay up-to-date with the district, schools, and your children's classes. Parents and guardians will soon receive instructions via email to create their login to access Messages within the district app. https://youtu.be/nGrowojcX_U Download for Android https://aptg.co/f47cVF Download for iPhone https://aptg.co/xlqbxC

JOIN US!! The next SEPAG (Special Education Parent Advisory Group) Meeting will take place on May 7th at the Charles W Lewis Middle School Library, located at 875 Erial Road, Blackwood, NJ 08012, from 6:30-8:30 PM. For more information, please see the SEPAG webpage on the Gloucester Township Schools page under the Parent Section. You can also contact glotwpsepag@gmail.com for more information.

GTPS meets 100% of District Level proficiency goals in ELA and Math for 2023-24! Please look at the results for the district and your school in the newly released New Jersey School Performance Reports. The link is on our district website under the Home category in the dropdown Menu at the top of the page. https://rc.doe.state.nj.us/2023-2024/district/detail/07/1780/overview

The Department of Clinical Support Services is excited to announce our first Community Connections Night scheduled for Wednesday, April 30th from 6:30-8:30pm at the Glen Landing Middle School. Please join us to learn about all the wonderful non-academic support services we are providing our students! Stay for our exciting vendor walk, and meet representatives from local family support organizations!

GT Educational Foundation Designer Bag Bingo Night tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gloucester-township-educational-foundation-designer-bag-bingo-tickets-1242451799779

Online Gaming FAQs This FAQ guide addresses common parental concerns about the gaming habits of children and teens, including recognizing signs of problematic gaming, managing gaming-related meltdowns, and safeguarding from online risks like bullying and exposure to inappropriate content. Discover age-appropriate strategies for setting healthy boundaries around gaming, fostering open communication, and utilizing parental controls to ensure a safer and more balanced digital experience for your child or teenager. Full article here: https://gloucestertownshipschools.onlinesafetyhub.io/parent/articles/online-gaming-faqs

Unmasking the World of Digital Disguise Various motivations behind fake accounts include catfishing for false relationships or bullying, grooming for exploiting vulnerable children, scamming for financial gain, sock puppeteering for manipulating opinions, and secret or pseudonym accounts for privacy. Catfishing and grooming, especially targeting teens, can have severe consequences on mental wellbeing. Read more on how to protect your children online here: https://gloucestertownshipschools.onlinesafetyhub.io/parent/articles/unmasking-the-world-of-digital-disguise

Do your kids struggle to stay awake during the day? Our experts explore the question: Is Your Child's Screen Stealing Their Sleep (and Their Smarts)? Read the article and learn how to: • Spot the telltale signs of screen-induced fatigue • Uncover the downsides of screen exposure on restful sleep • Discover strategies to help your child regain restful nights and sharpen concentration https://gloucestertownshipschools.onlinesafetyhub.io/parent/articles/is-your-child-s-screen-stealing-their-sleep-and-their-smarts-

Gloucester Township's SPKN Invites all local Special Tweens/ Teens (grades 6 & up) and young adults to a Jimmy Margaritaville Dance Night!

Tech-Tastic Tips for the Holiday Season Get ready for the festive season with our article, Tech-Tastic Tips for the Holiday Season to learn: • How to create or update a family tech agreement • Essential tips for protecting new tech devices, consoles, apps, and games with parental controls before your child is allowed access • Ways to ensure that technology enhances your festivities You can find the article on the GTPS Online Safety Hub here: https://gloucestertownshipschools.onlinesafetyhub.io/parent/articles/tech-tastic-tips-for-the-festive-season

Catch up with the latest student stories, events, and news updates. It's everything Gloucester Township Schools, in your pocket. If you haven't already, download the app! Download for Android https://aptg.co/f47cVF Download for https://aptg.co/xlqbxC

We are loving our new app! Access documents, news updates, and even emergency notifications, right from your pocket. Download for Android https://aptg.co/f47cVF Download for https://aptg.co/xlqbxC

Hello GTPS Parents/Guardians, Please check our website "News" section for information regarding our new app. Download it today to stay informed of everything happening at Gloucester Township Public Schools!

Gloucester Township Public Schools new app coming soon!

Be on the lookout for the new website coming soon!