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THE MONTHLY
Student Council News
The Student Council is very active this year despite the
pandemic, wearing masks and finding an alternate
meeting room. Each year, the members vote on a
community service project.
This year, after hearing about the Grayrock Farm
Sanctuary in Clinton, NJ from Mrs. Giorello, and seeing
pictures of the animals that are being helped, the group
voted to make a donation. Their hope is to visit the
sanctuary once COVID restrictions are lifted and field trips
can once again happen.
Ryan, Aidan and Kyah are ready
to present the check.
Grayrock Farm Sanctuary, located
at 85 Grayrock Road, Clinton, NJ 08809, is
a 10-acre family run sanctuary dedicated to provid-
ing a lifetime of quality care for rescued farm ani-
mals. They have 4 horses, 2 goats, 2 pigs, 15 hens, 2
roosters and an assortment of barn cats. They rely
on donations to provide food and vet care
to maintain their animal’s quality of life.
For information about donating to
the Grayrock Farm Sanctuary, please contact Don-
na Gervasi at 908-343-9624. Venmo: Grayrock-
sanctuary.
Visit Grayrock on April 24th from 10-4 (rain date Donna Gervasi stopped by to receive the
May 1st) at their Grayrock and Roll Spring Festival. check from the Student Council Officers.
VOLUME 12 ISSUE 7 APRIL 1, 2021
The Choice is Yours
The March Social Skills theme was– Being Responsible in all of Your Roles
Congratulations to the Students of the Month!
209— Christian 217—Saqueo 218— Maddie
219— Stacy 220—Antony 222— Emily
April Social Skills Theme–Resolving Conflicts and Getting Along with Others
School News
Student Council voted on a School Spirit “Pet Picture Day” You can’t help but
stop, look and smile at all the pictures on the wall when you pass the hallway.
Pets are more than animals, they are part of our families and our best friends.
For the Parents
If your child has sensory issues you might want to check out these sensory friendly masks.
They may make it easier for your child wear a mask in school and out in the community.
https://rafinova.com/products/sensory-friendly-mask
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School News
A very warm
welcome to Grace our
new student in Mrs.
Engelhardt’s class.
Welcome to Room 219
Grace! We are so
happy you’re here!
Celebrations!
Students bring a ray
of sunshine to
school everyday,
especially on a rainy
day!
Let’s all extend a
birthday wish to
everyone celebrating
a birthday in April.
Make your birthday
a day that is as spe-
cial as you are!
“Happy Birthday to
you / Happy Birthday to
you / Happy Birthday,
dear students and staff /
Happy Birthday to you
all!”
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Shining Star Students Midland is initiating a new way of highlighting our students which we are calling Mid- land’s Shining Stars as a way to connect, celebrate and recognize students and learn more about them and their interests outside of school. Our goal is to build a community of support and friendship. We invite all families of Midland students to share information about their child and life accomplishments. This month it is our pleasure to introduce you to our first two Stars. Midland welcomed Annie in September 2020 as a new student in Mrs. Reilly’s class. She adjusted so well to her new school environment. It did not take long for her to make new friends and get ac- customed to her new routine. When seen in the hallways, Annie always has a smile on her face. Her parents are so proud with how determined Annie is and how she never fails at trying new things. She likes to have fun and laugh. She is a social butterfly and enjoys having conversations with everyone she meets. Lately, Annie has made big strides in recognizing sight words and learning to crawl. Annie plays TOPPS soccer through Branchburg In town soccer. She loves to go to church and en- joys her swim lessons. Annie’s parents share “She is at her best when she challenges herself, connects with others and is learning new things. She wants to be engaged in activities just like her three siblings”. Annie’s family feels so fortunate that their community has inclusive activities for her! Mrs. Reilly adds, “Annie is one of those children who you meet, you get to know and you love. She has been the perfect addition to the Midland School and to our classroom. She has adjusted so well and I have seen so much progress in Annie since September. She loves to have conversations with her teachers and her friends and she asks appropriate questions throughout the school day. She is engaged in her lessons and she aims to please. It has been an absolute pleasure being her teacher this school year. Her smile truly lights up the entire room and makes our days so bright! We are so happy she is here with us. “
Laura started Midland in September 2020. It did not take long for Laura to love her new school. Laura’s mother took the initiative to reach out to Midland to tell her story as a way to get to know Laura. As Laura’s Mom shares, “I'm a great believer that families almost always learn most from other families, about how to support their loved one, this is another way that we can do that.” Laura’s mom offers there are three areas that Laura’s greatest interests are at The Midland School. Laura enjoys working in the Horticulture, Literacy class and going to Woodshop. At home, Laura has been learning how to be more independent and contributing more to her home and family by emptying the dishwasher, caring for pets, folding clothes, and cooking. However, Laura’s “true love” is cycling. The past fall Laura participated in her first cycling competition. A proud parent moment was watching her complete both events and watch her walk on stage to receive her medals. In addition to cycling, another one of Laura’s passions is horses. Laura loves all animals! She showers her dog Max and cat Lacey, and her new kitten Chip with love every day. Laura enjoys volunteering at the Women’s Animal Center in their “Read to the Cats” program that helps socialize cats and kittens for adoption. She loves meeting and learning about new animals. So if you have an animal she will certainly engage with you to learn more about them. Her parents offer some advice “try different methods and encourage your child because you never know when something is going to click – she surprised us again and again in so many things!” Laura also loves walking, hiking with her family and swinging on her swing set. However, cycling and horseback riding give her a different level of independence and self-determination that especially now as a teen-age are important for her self-esteem. Growing independence, speech and AAC communication, literacy, and job skills are some of the reasons Laura’s parents chose The Midland School. Having all day, every day access to teachers and staff at The Midland School who know how to support an AAC user was incredibly important to Laura’s parents. Laura’s mom and dad close with “Laura has so much to offer the world: she has a great sense of humor, an affinity for technology, and has a fun-loving spirit. With great support and teamwork, led by her interests and goals-she will continue to live her best life.” Mrs. Hickey adds, “Laura is a wonderful addition to our class. She enjoys her classmates as much as they enjoy her. She loves to share books from home about animals, one of her biggest interests. She is becoming more independent in the classroom, taking initiative to tell us her news, and expanding her expressive skills. She loves to laugh and participate in group activities. We are so grateful she has joined the Midland family.
April Calendar
Thursday, Friday, Monday School Closed
April 1-5th Spring Break
Tuesday, April 6th School resumes
Monday, April 12th Student Council Meeting
Thursday, April 22nd Earth Day Assembly 1:40
Special activities
Sponsored by Student
Council
Monday, April 26th Student Council Meeting
Thursday, April 29th Earth Day Rain Date
Have you purchased your Earth Day rubber bracelet?
Student Council is selling them for only $1.00 and they
will be here just in time for the Earth Day Assembly.
There is still time to order. Please send it in
to Room 509 and please include your name,
quantity and payment. Thank you for your
support!
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