Genesis Blast
November 26, 2025
Wednesday, November 26th: Early Dismissal Thanksgiving Recess Begins
Thursday, November 27th: School Closed
Friday, November 28th: School Closed
Tuesday, December 2nd - Friday, December 5th: Winter Shoppe for grade K-3
Friday, December 12th: Paws For Peace
Monday, December 17th & Tuesday, December 18th: TBS Student decorated coffee collars are back at the Starbucks in Flemington on Rt 31 and Minneakoning Rd.
NEW! THANK YOU! The 1st graders collected 590lbs of food during their Thanksgiving Food drive. All donations were dropped off at the Flemington Food Pantry in time for local families to prepare for their holiday.
NEW! Special Education Parents: Progress Reports for the first marking period are available to be viewed in Genesis. To view your student's Progress Report, log into your account and follow these steps:
1. Go to the bottom of the Parent Portal Summary Page.
2. Click on the "View Special Ed Documents" button displayed toward the bottom of the page.
3. Click "OK" in the pop up box to access your child's documents.
NEW! TBS Dec Parent Calendar: Click Here
NEW! Dr. Higgins Newsletter: Click Here
NEW! Our new character word for the month of December is Perseverance:
Our affirmations for the month are:
Dec 1st-5th : I am good enough even when I make mistakes.
Dec. 8th-Dec. 12th: I get stronger when I make mistakes.
Dec. 15th- Dec 23rd: I recognize that everyone makes mistakes and that’s okay.
CLICK HERE for Perseverance tips you can practice at home.
NEW! December Holiday Spirit Days!
Dec. 15th Holiday Headware Day! Wear a scarf, hat, reindeer headband, etc.
Dec. 16th Winter Wonderland Wear white and blue
Dec. 17th Wear your favorite Holiday Shirt
Dec. 18th Holiday Glow Up Day: Wear something shiny & bright
Dec. 19th Schoolwide Pajama Day
Dec. 19th HCRHS’ Children’s Play All grades
NEW! TBS STEM Lab: We are collecting Cardboard! See flyer for details. Click Here
HSA News Week of 11/26/2025
Important Dates:
Winter Shoppe - 12/2-5
Vendor Fair - 12/7
Zootopia 2 - 12/13
We are looking forward to a wonderful 2025-2026 school year! We are able to inform you of important information through these Genesis blasts, our Facebook page (Facebook.com/readingtonhsa) and PTBoard. Sign up for PTBoard at readingtonhsa.ptboard.com with code DKTAUN. Make sure to add your children to their classes for class specific updates.
Please contact Jessica Cofoni at jessicac@readingtonhsa.com or Jo Serafyn at jos@readingtonhsa.com with any questions.
Yearbook: Early bird yearbook sales are now open! Purchase your yearbook early to save here: https://shop.memorybook.com/login
School code is 227558M
Please share any school photos for the yearbook:
https://photos.jostens.com/6ZZNNW
Winter Shoppe: The Winter Shoppe is coming to TBS Tuesday, December 2nd through Friday, December 5th. We are looking for volunteers to make the holiday shopping experience a joyous one for all our students. Please consider spending some time spreading holiday cheer through this fan-favorite event. There are many opportunities to help from personal shoppers to gift wrappers to card makers and more. Even if your child wants to surprise you and keep your gift hidden, we can make that work too and other student shoppers can certainly use your help!
Please use the link below to sign up!
https://tbs-holiday-shoppe-volunteers-39488.cheddarup.com
HSA DISTRICT NEWS
HSA Holiday Vendor Event December 7th! Tickets are now on sale for the first annual HSA Holiday Vendor Event which will be on December 7th from 10 to 4. Tickets are $3 per adult (kids 12 and under are free!) and can be pre-purchased by clicking here or at the door. With 40+ amazing vendors, you don’t want to miss this exciting day!
Join the Readington HSA for a Movie - December 13! Grab your popcorn and your friends — the Readington HSA is hosting a special showing of Zootopia 2 at the Hillsborough Cinemas on Saturday, December 13th!
Come enjoy an afternoon of laughter, adventure, and community as Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde return to the big screen. It’s a great way to kick off the holiday season with your family and support our schools!
Date: Saturday, December 13th
Location: Hillsborough Cinemas
Hosted by: Readington HSA
Purchase your tickets here: https://zootopia2-tickets.cheddarup.com/
Please contact Carolannes@readingtonhsa.com with any questions.
FPAC:
DONATION DRIVE: The FPAC donation drive "Take 5" is going on for the month of November. Click HERE to donate. Even a small amount ($5) can make a big difference! Thank you for your support of the Readington arts.
Genesis Blast
November 19, 2025
Friday, November 21st: Wear TBS Spirit Wear or red and blue
Wednesday, November 26th: Early Dismissal Thanksgiving Recess Begins
Thursday, November 27th: School Closed
Friday, November 28th: School Closed
Tuesday, December 2nd - Friday, December 5th: Winter Shoppe for grade K-3
Monday, November 17th - November 25th: Thanksgiving Food Drive for Flemington Food Pantry sponsored by TBS 1st Grade. Please join us in a school wide food collection for Flemington Food Pantry. Please click here to see flyer and for items needed.
Weather Appropriate Clothing Reminder: Friendly reminder that the weather is colder and windy and students will need to wear a winter coat to school. All grades go outside to play at recess when ever possible.
GEOTY Honorees from TBS!! We are proud to announce our honorees for the 2025 Governor's Educator of the Year.
Leslie Weintraub, Grade 3 Teacher
Nicole Smith, Paraprofessional
Health Highlights: Each month, Family Letters from The Great Body Shop will be posted on the district website. Please CLICK HERE to review this material.
Dr. Higgins Newsletter: Click Here
TBS Parent Calendar: Click Here
November Character Word and Paws for Peace:
Our Character Word for November is Cooperation Click here for Details and Click Here for how you can practice Cooperation at home.
Paws for Peace: Click Here
Affirmations:
November3-5: I am inclusive.
Nov 10-14: I play fairly.
Nov 17-21: I accept other people’s opinions, even when it is different from my own.
Nov 24-26: I am a team player. I choose to work with others to achieve a common goal.” (When people work together, good things happen.)
HSA News Week of 11/19/2025
Important Dates:
Paint Party - 11/21
Winter Shoppe - 12/2-5
Vendor Fair - 12/7
Zootopia 2 - 12/13
We are looking forward to a wonderful 2025-2026 school year! We are able to inform you of important information through these Genesis blasts, our Facebook page (Facebook.com/readingtonhsa) and PTBoard. Sign up for PTBoard at readingtonhsa.ptboard.com with code DKTAUN. Make sure to add your children to their classes for class specific updates.
Please contact Jessica Cofoni at jessicac@readingtonhsa.com or Jo Serafyn at jos@readingtonhsa.com with any questions.
Yearbook:
Please share any school Halloween photos for the yearbook:
https://photos.jostens.com/6ZZNNW
Winter Shoppe:
The Winter Shoppe is coming to TBS Tuesday, December 2nd through Friday, December 5th. We are looking for volunteers to make the holiday shopping experience a joyous one for all our students. Please consider spending some time spreading holiday cheer through this fan-favorite event. There are many opportunities to help from personal shoppers to gift wrappers to card makers and more. Even if your child wants to surprise you and keep your gift hidden, we can make that work too and other student shoppers can certainly use your help!
Please use the link below to sign up!
https://tbs-holiday-shoppe-volunteers-39488.cheddarup.com
HSA DISTRICT NEWS
Last chance to register! Paint & Sips Party - November 21
Unleash your inner artist at the Readington HSA Paint & Sips Party! Join us for an afternoon or evening of color, creativity, and fun as students paint their choice of awesome designs — from Wicked magic to Minecraft adventures, Sports Helmets to soaring Hot Air Balloons! Each budding artist will receive their own canvas, paints, and guided instruction to create a masterpiece, plus enjoy popcorn, a juice box, and tons of laughter along the way. Open to all K–5 students from HBS, TBS, and WHS, this is the perfect way to let imaginations take flight! Spots are limited, so grab your brushes and join us this Friday, November 21 at Holland Brook School for a paint-tastic time! Click here to register https://paint-sips-party.cheddarup.com
Join the Readington HSA for a Movie - December 13!
Grab your popcorn and your friends — the Readington HSA is hosting a special showing of Zootopia 2 at the Hillsborough Cinemas on Saturday, December 13th!
Come enjoy an afternoon of laughter, adventure, and community as Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde return to the big screen. It’s a great way to kick off the holiday season with your family and support our schools!
Date: Saturday, December 13th
Location: Hillsborough Cinemas
Hosted by: Readington HSA
Purchase your tickets here: https://zootopia2-tickets.cheddarup.com/
Please contact Carolannes@readingtonhsa.com with any questions.
HSA Holiday Vendor Event December 7th!
The first annual HSA Holiday Vendor Event will be on December 7th from 10 to 4 at Holland Brook School. Entry tickets will be $3.
FPAC:
DONATION DRIVE
The FPAC donation drive "Take 5" is going on for the month of November. Click HERE to donate. Even a small amount ($5) can make a big difference! Thank you for your support of the Readington arts.
Genesis Blast
November 12, 2025
Friday, November 14th: Wear your TBS Spirit Wear or red and blue
Monday, November 17th - November 25th: Thanksgiving Food Drive for Flemington Food Pantry
Wednesday, November 26th: Early Dismissal Thanksgiving Recess Begins
Thursday, November 27th: School Closed
Friday, November 28th: School Closed
Tuesday, December 2nd - Friday, December 5th: Winter Shoppe for grade K-3
NEW! Monday, November 17th - November 25th: Thanksgiving Food Drive for Flemington Food Pantry sponsored by TBS 1st Grade. Please join us in a school wide food collection for Flemington Food Pantry. Please click here to see flyer and for items needed.
NEW! Weather Appropriate Clothing Reminder: Friendly reminder that the weather is colder and windy and students will need to wear a winter coat to school. All grades go outside to play at recess when ever possible.
NEW! GEOTY Honorees from TBS!! We are proud to announce our honorees for the 2025 Governor's Educator of the Year.
Leslie Weintraub, Grade 3 Teacher
Nicole Smith, Paraprofessional
Health Highlights: Each month, Family Letters from The Great Body Shop will be posted on the district website. Please CLICK HERE to review this material.
FPAC Donation Drive: Here is the link for the FPAC donation drive, going on for the month of November. Feel free to share it with your students' parents, and you can encourage them to share the link as well! https://donation-drive-59236.
Dr. Higgins Newsletter: Click Here
TBS Parent Calendar: Click Here
November Character Word and Paws for Peace:
Our Character Word for November is Cooperation Click here for Details and Click Here for how you can practice Cooperation at home.
Paws for Peace: Click Here
Affirmations:
November3-5: I am inclusive.
Nov 10-14: I play fairly.
Nov 17-21: I accept other people’s opinions, even when it is different from my own.
Nov 24-26: I am a team player. I choose to work with others to achieve a common goal.” (When people work together, good things happen.)
HSA News Week of 11/12/2025
Important Dates:
Kid’s Night Out - 11/15
Paint Party - 11/21
Winter Shoppe - 12/2-5
Vendor Fair - 12/7
Zootopia 2 - 12/13
We are looking forward to a wonderful 2025-2026 school year! We are able to inform you of important information through these Genesis blasts, our Facebook page (Facebook.com/readingtonhsa) and PTBoard. Sign up for PTBoard at readingtonhsa.ptboard.com with code DKTAUN. Make sure to add your children to their classes for class specific updates.
Please contact Jessica Cofoni at jessicac@readingtonhsa.com or Jo Serafyn at jos@readingtonhsa.com with any questions.
Yearbook: Please share any school Halloween photos for the yearbook:
https://photos.jostens.com/6ZZNNW
HSA DISTRICT NEWS
LAST CALL - KIDS NIGHT OUT at NEX LEVEL - November 15th
We are excited to partner with Nex Level Ninja for another Kids Night Out event!! For $25 per child, Nex Level Ninja will provide a fun filled evening for all the attendees. They will provide the following: staffing for all activities, ninja course, basketball courts for basketball and games (gaga, blowups etc.), ninja games and challenges and pizza and drinks. Click here to register by Thursday, November 13th.
LAST CALL - Vendors Needed! - HSA Holiday Vendor Event December 7th!
The first annual HSA Holiday Vendor Event will be on December 7th from 10 to 4. Vendor spaces are $50 and entry tickets will be $3. We ask that vendors submit their application and payment no later than November 15th. The vendor application is now available, please click here to see the flyer and click here to register.
Paint & Sips Party - November 21 Unleash your inner artist at the Readington HSA Paint & Sips Party! Join us for an afternoon or evening of color, creativity, and fun as students paint their choice of awesome designs — from Wicked magic to Minecraft adventures, Sports Helmets to soaring Hot Air Balloons! Each budding artist will receive their own canvas, paints, and guided instruction to create a masterpiece, plus enjoy popcorn, a juice box, and tons of laughter along the way. Open to all K–5 students from HBS, TBS, and WHS, this is the perfect way to let imaginations take flight! Spots are limited, so grab your brushes and join us Friday, November 21 at Holland Brook School for a paint-tastic time! Click here to register https://paint-sips-party.cheddarup.com
Join the Readington HSA for a Movie - December 13! Grab your popcorn and your friends — the Readington HSA is hosting a special showing of Zootopia 2 at the Hillsborough Cinemas on Saturday, December 13th!
Come enjoy an afternoon of laughter, adventure, and community as Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde return to the big screen. It’s a great way to kick off the holiday season with your family and support our schools!
Date: Saturday, December 13th
Location: Hillsborough Cinemas
Hosted by: Readington HSA
Purchase your tickets here: https://zootopia2-tickets.cheddarup.com/
Please contact Carolannes@readingtonhsa.com with any questions.
FPAC DONATION DRIVE: The FPAC donation drive "Take 5" is going on for the month of November. Click HERE to donate. Even a small amount ($5) can make a big difference! Thank you for your support of the Readington arts.
CONCERT PROGRAM SHOUTOUTS: Click HERE to add a shoutout to your favorite young performer in their winter concert programs.
WINTER CONCERT HELP: The FPAC needs help during the RMS and HBS winter concerts. Sign up HERE to donate snacks, water and/or your time! Thank you in advance!
Genesis Blast
November 5, 2025
Wednesday, November 5th: Early Dismissal - Parent Teacher Conferences
Thursday and Friday, November 6th & 7th: School Closed Teacher's Convention
Tuesday, November 11th: 3rd Grade Theater Club begins
Friday, November 14th: Wear your TBS Spirit Wear or red and blue
Wednesday, November 26th: Early Dismissal Thanksgiving Recess Begins
Thursday, November 27th: School Closed
Friday, November 28th: School Closed
NEW! Health Highlights: Each month, Family Letters from The Great Body Shop will be posted on the district website. Please CLICK HERE to review this material.
NEW! FPAC Donation Drive: Here is the link for the FPAC donation drive, going on for the month of November. Feel free to share it with your students' parents, and you can encourage them to share the link as well! https://donation-drive-59236.
Dr. Higgins Newsletter: Click Here
TBS Parent Calendar: Click Here
November Character Word and Paws for Peace:
Our Character Word for November is Cooperation Click here for Details and Click Here for how you can practice Cooperation at home.
Paws for Peace: Click Here
Affirmations:
November3-5: I am inclusive.
Nov 10-14: I play fairly.
Nov 17-21: I accept other people’s opinions, even when it is different from my own.
Nov 24-26: I am a team player. I choose to work with others to achieve a common goal.” (When people work together, good things happen.)
Camp Invention: Camp Invention will return to Holland Brook School in the summer of 2026, from August 3-6, from 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM each day. Campers will range from Rising K-6th grade. We are currently hiring Instructors for the Camp. Join us for an unforgettable and empowering summer teaching experience! Click these links to learn more - Instructor Flyer Information Salary Information
- Instructors can register 2 immediate children for FREE!! Discount code ED26 (1 code allowed per Instructor; code will discount 100% off up to 2 immediate children on your order)
Camp Invention Registration - Camp Invention sign-ups are ongoing. Please see this flyer for the details on how to sign-up. Camp Invention Information
HSA News
Important Dates:
Kid’s Night Out - 11/15
Paint Party - 11/21
Winter Shoppe - 12/2-5
Vendor Fair - 12/7
Zootopia 2 - 12/13
We are looking forward to a wonderful 2025-2026 school year! We are able to inform you of important information through these Genesis blasts, our Facebook page (Facebook.com/readingtonhsa) and PTBoard. Sign up for PTBoard at readingtonhsa.ptboard.com with code DKTAUN. Make sure to add your children to their classes for class specific updates.
Please contact Jessica Cofoni at jessicac@readingtonhsa.com or Jo Serafyn at jos@readingtonhsa.com with any questions.
Yearbook: Please share any school Halloween photos for the yearbook:
https://photos.jostens.com/6ZZNNW
Trunk or Treat: Thank you to everyone who came out to enjoy the TBS Trunk or Treat! It was so nice to have everyone together & we loved the class pumpkins! Congratulations to Mrs. Perez’s class for their winning Pokémon pumpkin! Congratulations to the Marsh’s for their “I Scream” trunk win! A very big thank you especially to our chairs: Emily Fitzgerald & Adriana Mamay! Such a wonderful event would not have been possible without them!
Clue: Congratulations to Mrs. Weintraub’s class for solving the school mystery! Professor Plum was in the office with the cauldron! Turns out she was brewing some fresh apple cider for the whole school, which was served to them Friday afternoon. We hope everyone enjoyed TBS Clue!
HSA DISTRICT NEWS
Paint & Sips Party: Unleash your inner artist at the Readington HSA Paint & Sips Party! Join us for an afternoon or evening of color, creativity, and fun as students paint their choice of awesome designs — from Wicked magic to Minecraft adventures, Sports Helmets to soaring Hot Air Balloons! Each budding artist will receive their own canvas, paints, and guided instruction to create a masterpiece, plus enjoy popcorn, a juice box, and tons of laughter along the way. Open to all K–5 students from HBS, TBS, and WHS, this is the perfect way to let imaginations take flight! Spots are limited, so grab your brushes and join us Friday, November 21 at Holland Brook School for a paint-tastic time! Click here to register https://paint-sips-party.cheddarup.com
FPAC NEWS: The FPAC donation drive "Take 5" is going on for the month of November. Click HERE to donate. Even a small amount ($5!) can make a big difference! Thank you for your support of the Readington arts.
Vendors Needed! HSA Holiday Vendor Event December 7th!: The first annual HSA Holiday Vendor Event will be on December 7th from 10 to 4. Vendor spaces are $50 and entry tickets will be $3. We ask that vendors submit their application and payment no later than November 15th. The vendor application is now available, please click here to see the flyer and click here to register.
KIDS NIGHT OUT at NEX LEVEL - NOV 15th We are excited to partner with Nex Level Ninja for another Kids Night Out event!! For $25 per child, Nex Level Ninja will provide a fun filled evening for all the attendees. They will provide the following: staffing for all activities, ninja course, basketball courts for basketball and games (gaga, blowups etc.), ninja games and challenges and pizza and drinks. Click here to register.
Join the Readington HSA for a Movie! Grab your popcorn and your friends — the Readington HSA is hosting a special showing of Zootopia 2 at the Hillsborough Cinemas on Saturday, December 13th!
Come enjoy an afternoon of laughter, adventure, and community as Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde return to the big screen. It’s a great way to kick off the holiday season with your family and support our schools!
Date: Saturday, December 13th
Location: Hillsborough Cinemas
Hosted by: Readington HSA
Purchase your tickets here: https://zootopia2-tickets.cheddarup.com/
Please contact Carolannes@readingtonhsa.com with any questions.
