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
Congratulations to 5th grader Julianna Browne, whose design was chosen to represent her class on this year's 5th grade tee-shirt. Students will receive their shirts on Tuesday, February 18th, when we take our group photo!
Click here to see the latest edition of "The Counseling Connection," our school counselors' quarterly newsletter https://secure.smore.com/n/v9cme.
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-
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
In celebration of American Education Week, the Chews faculty and staff invite you to visit us and be a part of your child’s educational experience. Click the links for more info and to let us know if you'll be attending:
https://tinyurl.com/AmEdLetter24
https://tinyurl.com/AmEdSignUps24
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!
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Marking Period 1 Parent/Teacher Conferences will be held Wednesday-Friday, November 13-15th, 2024. These will be one-session days for students, with dismissal at 12:50 (1:30 for PreK). Click her for more info: https://tinyurl.com/ChewsPTCs24
Was your child absent on Picture Day? Make Ups will be on Tuesday, November 19th. Click the link to order!
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
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Do you know a classroom teacher or educational services professional who serves as an exceptionally skilled and dedicated educator; inspires students of all backgrounds and abilities to learn; demonstrates leadership and innovation in and outside the classroom; has the respect and admiration of students, parents, administrators and colleagues; and plays an active role in the community as well as the school?
Please take the time to recommend this person for the Governor’s Educator of the Year Program! You may nominate one teacher and one educational support professional.
Click the links below for more information and the required form. Forms can be emailed to tkidd@gloucestertownshipschools.org or printed and dropped off to the main office, no later than Monday, November 18, 2024.
https://tinyurl.com/NJGEOY24Eligibility
https://tinyurl.com/NJGEOY24NominationForm
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!
Chews celebrates the Week of Respect! See image for daily themes🐾
Please click to view a video message from our principals and counselors. We hope to see you at our Back to School Nights - tonight, Thursday, 9/26 for grades PreK through 2nd; and next Thursday, 10/3 for grades 3-5, from 6:30-7:55pm.
https://youtu.be/hP2uDH8cFEo?si=kZEgr76tqihj9SrF
Picture Day is Thursday, October 3rd! Paper forms will be sent home today, but you can click the link on this form to order online!
Click for 2024-2025 School Supply Lists https://docs.google.com/document/d/18Ghc742iq7fUZkDViFSk3ITu5hPBok2UwpDymGfYWfI/edit?usp=sharing
Gloucester Township Public Schools new app coming soon!
Be on the lookout for the new website coming soon!
