Caroline L. Reutter School

PUBLIC NOTICE: Special Meeting The Township of Franklin Board of Education will hold a special meeting on Monday, July 14, 2025, beginning at 4:00 PM, for the purpose of appointment and approval of the employment agreement for the position of Superintendent of Schools. The meeting will be held at the Administration Office Building – Conference Room, located at 3228 Coles Mill Road, Franklinville, NJ 08322. Formal action will be taken. By Order of the Board of Education. Trish Birmingham, School Business Administrator/Board Secretary

Students in Mrs. Young's Social Studies classes are learning about life in Colonial America. Before reading an article, the students investigated pertinent vocabulary using a "word gap" close reading strategy.

On April 16, 2026, the sixth grade class from the Caroline L. Reutter School traveled to Washington, D.C., for their highly anticipated annual field trip. Accompanied by faculty and parent chaperones, the students engaged in an educational experience by touring a variety of the nation’s most prominent museums and memorials.

On Wednesday, April 15, Mrs. Riggione's Fifth Grade A-level math class participated in the Math League online competition, which is designed to challenge students with problem-solving tasks that go beyond typical classroom math. It encourages critical thinking, perseverance, and the ability to apply math skills in new and engaging ways.

Congratulations to all students who participated in taking on this challenge and giving it their best effort. A special shoutout to Marshall Roskoski for earning the highest score in the class. Great work demonstrating strong problem-solving skills and mathematical thinking!

Our fifth grade students recently showcased their engineering skills during an egg drop experiment in science class. To prevent their eggs from breaking, students applied physics concepts to design and build custom protective containers using materials like foam, cardboard, and bubble wrap. This hands-on project allowed the students to test their prototypes, analyze the results, and learn firsthand about the importance of impact protection and the scientific method.

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Sixth Grade Women's History Month Research

Throughout March, Reutter School sixth graders celebrated Women’s History Month by engaging in a detailed research and presentation project. Students explored the lives of various influential women, focusing on their unique contributions to society throughout history. As part of this cross-curricular assignment, the students created informative visual aids to support their research and delivered oral presentations to their classmates and district administration. This initiative provided a valuable opportunity for students to strengthen their academic skills while recognizing the significant impact women have had across various professional and social landscapes.

Reutter School STAR Faculty Members of the Month for March 2026

Reutter School would like to congratulate our STAR Faculty members of the month, Mrs. Kate Tiver-Thomas and Ms. Ciara Hayden. Congratulations!

Caroline L. Reutter School is proud to recognize the March 2026 RAM STRONG Students of the Month. These outstanding students were nominated by faculty and staff for consistently demonstrating exceptional character and embodying our school’s core values over the past month. Their positive example helps set the tone for a successful year, and we commend them for being role models within our school community.

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Ms. Pino's fifth grade ELA classes recently wrapped up their immersive unit on Number the Stars by showcasing their learning through a variety of creative choice projects. Students were invited to connect with the novel’s themes by honoring a hero of the Danish Resistance, celebrating the journey toward peace through memorial artwork, writing a heartfelt letter of friendship, or designing a butterfly—a powerful symbol of rebirth and hope. To ensure a deep connection to the historical context, each project required at least two researched symbols, including the mandatory butterfly. Accompanying their visual or written pieces, students also wrote a descriptive paragraph explaining the layers of symbolism they chose to represent the resilience and courage found within the story.

Reutter School March Related Arts Virtual Newsletter: https://youtube.com/watch?v=rZ1NHhqOvaw&feature=youtu.be

Mr. Stagliano’s sixth-grade Social Studies class had the distinct honor of hosting Superior Court Judge Ziegler on Thursday morning for an engaging presentation on the United States Constitution. As the students are currently studying the Bill of Rights, Judge Ziegler provided insight into the Fourth through Eighth Amendments, explaining how these legal protections function within the American judicial system. This special visit allowed students to connect their classroom curriculum to real-world legal practices, deepening their understanding of the rights and responsibilities that shape our country.

On March 19, CLR students participated in various enrichment sessions during the school’s "First Friday" activity period. Students selected activities based on their personal interests, with offerings ranging from cooking to yoga. This initiative provides a unique opportunity for students to connect with peers across both grade levels while exploring specialized concepts alongside faculty and staff.

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Science in 3-D

Reutter School fifth graders recently "shrunk" the world to fit inside a shoebox for their culminating science project. Tasked with visualizing the complex interactions between Earth’s spheres, students constructed dioramas centered on specific environmental challenges.

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Reutter School fifth-grade students are currently reading Lois Lowry’s historical fiction novel, Number the Stars, in their ELA classes. This unit focuses on a variety of essential literacy skills, including character development, identifying themes, and understanding historical context. To reinforce comprehension and foster deeper critical analysis, students are engaging in structured written reflections.

Reutter School sixth-grade students are currently learning how to calculate the surface area of various three-dimensional objects in their math classes. To build a conceptual understanding, students are utilizing physical manipulatives to examine the individual faces of prisms and pyramids.