HAMILTON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL

Parent/Student Handbook

2025-2026

John Carey                                                Steven Valente

PRINCIPAL                                             ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL

Dear Parent(s) / Guardian(s) and students,

Welcome! This handbook will serve as a source of information about the Harrison Public Schools and Hamilton Intermediate School.  It will provide you with information about staff, policies, procedures, and activities.  It will also offer you guidelines and information about the operations of our school.  Please read the contents carefully and keep the handbook readily available throughout the year to answer any questions that you may have.  Remember to fill out and return all required forms at the end of this handbook.

On behalf of the entire staff, I would like to welcome you to Hamilton Intermediate School!  Our mission is to provide the highest quality of education in a safe, positive, and stimulating environment.  We believe that all students can learn, and we will strive to inspire a love of learning by celebrating all students’ creativities, diversities, and achievements.

As we begin the 2025-2026 school year, I encourage you to become involved in our school community. Your support is critical to assisting your child attain academic excellence.  We strongly encourage you to participate in Hamilton Intermediate School’s activities and become closely involved with your child's teacher.  Please feel free to contact our staff or me should you have any questions at all.

Respectfully,

John Carey

Principal

HARRISON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Mission Statement

The Harrison School District serves a multicultural Pre-K to 12th grade student population through partnerships with teachers, parents and the community by providing comprehensive educational programs which encourage all students to:

• develop to their fullest potential
• welcome the challenge of higher order thinking as a means of understanding complex issues
• become well adjusted, productive and contributing citizens ready to confront the challenges of an advancing technological society
• take pride in community, country and show concern for the environment
• develop self-esteem and respect for others The Harrison School District will be guided by its strategic plan and evaluation process in the delivery of its educational programs.

The Harrison School District will be guided by its strategic plan and evaluation process in the delivery of its educational programs.

SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

MAUREEN KROOG, Ed.D.

ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT

KEVIN J. STAHL

DIRECTOR OF PERSONNEL/HUMAN RESOURCES COMPLIANCE AND CRISIS MANAGEMENT

JAMES P. DORAN, Ed.D.

DIRECTOR OF CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION

DANIELA RISER, Ed.D.

BOARD SECRETARY / SCHOOL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATOR

DANIEL J. CHOFFO

HARRISON BOARD OF EDUCATION

JAMES A. FIFE, MAYOR

PRESIDENT

MARIA J. VILA

VICE PRESIDENT

ARTHUR PETTIGREW

COMMISSIONERS

FREDERICK CONFESSORE

CARLA FERNANDES

VINCENT FRANCO

CELIA MARIANO

BRIAN TOAL

KIMBERLY WOODS

Our Vision

Hamilton Intermediate School’s goal is to create a community of lifelong learners who are prepared to meet the challenges of the 21st century.  We seek to provide students with a comprehensive education encompassing academic, social, emotional, and cultural needs in a technological age.

It is our objective that every child will reach their academic potential, while exhibiting strong morals and values such as RESPECT, HONESTY, and RESPONSIBILITY.  We strive to maintain collaboration amongst teachers, parents, and community members who will guide our students on this journey.

This journey includes the importance of learning, appreciating our diverse talents and differences, and recognizing the value of all people.

September

  1        Labor Day ‒ School Closed

  2        School Closed ‒ Teacher PD Day (9-2pm)

  3        School Reopens ‒ MP1 Begins

        ⏰Early Dismissal / In-Service (2:00-3:00pm)

  4        ⏰Early Dismissal / In-Service (2:00-3:00pm)

  5        ⏰Early Dismissal 

 17        ⏰Early Dismissal at 2:15pm

           Back to School night 6:00 ‒ 8:00pm

 23        Pinwheels for PEACE

October 

  1        MP1 Deficiencies Distributed

  2         School Picture Day

6-10        Week of Respect

 13        Columbus Day ‒ School Closed

 15        ⏰Early Dismissal / In-Service

28-30        Scholastic Book Fair

November

  4        School Closed for Students / Teacher PD Day

  5        MPI Ends

        (MP1 Report Cards distributed at conferences)

6-7      NJEA Convention ‒ School Closed

 10         MP2 Begins

 19        ⏰Early Dismissal

        Parent Conferences (1:30-3:15pm)

 20        ⏰Early Dismissal at 1:11pm

        Parent Conferences (6:00-8:00pm)

 21        ⏰Early Dismissal

        Parent Conferences (1:30-3:15pm)

 26        ⏰Early Dismissal

27-28        Thanksgiving Break ‒ School Closed

December

 10      MP2 Deficiencies Distributed

 19      Winter Concert

 23        ⏰Early Dismissal

 24-2    Winter Break ‒ School Closed

January

  1-2        Winter Break ‒ School Closed

  14        ⏰Early Dismissal / In-Service

  16        MP2 Ends

  19        MLK Day ‒ School Closed

  20         MP3 Begins

  23        MP2 Report Cards Distributed

February

  11        ⏰Early Dismissal / In-Service

16-20        Winter Break ‒ School Closed

March

  4        MP3 Deficiencies Distributed

 11        School Closed for Students / Teacher PD Day

31-2        Scholastic Book Fair

April

 1-2        Scholastic Book Fair

   3        MP3 Ends

⏰Early Dismissal

6-10        Spring Break ‒ School Closed

 13        MP4 Begins

 15        ⏰Early Dismissal / In-Service

 17        MP3 Report Cards Distributed

 22        Spring Picture Day

May

  6        MP4 Deficiencies Distributed

 20        ⏰Early Dismissal / In-Service

 25        Memorial Day ‒ School Closed

 29        Spring Concert / Art Show

June

  5        Fun / Field Day 

⏰ Early Dismissal at 2:15pm

 19        Juneteenth Observed ‒ ⏰Early Dismissal

 24        Last Day of School (tentatively*)

MP4 Report Cards Distributed

Code of Conduct for the Harrison Public Schools

Please be advised that the HARRISON PUBLIC SCHOOLS has a Board of Education approved Code of Conduct. This policy specifies what is appropriate in school and during school-sponsored activities. You may review this document with this link Code of Conduct or on our district website:  www.harrisonschools.org, you can also obtain a copy in our main office.

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 Safety, Arrival Time and Dismissal

Please make certain that your child does not arrive at school too early.  If you work, please make arrangements to have your child arrive at school no earlier than

8:20 A.M. It is our earnest desire to avoid accidents and protect your child.  We need your cooperation in this matter.  School is dismissed promptly at 3:05 P.M.  All children must be picked up no later than 3:05 P.M. there is no after school care.  It would also be helpful to teach your child about safety as he/she walks to and from school and about the importance of going directly home after school.  These safety rules will be reinforced by the classroom teacher.

***On those days when Hamilton Intermediate School will have early dismissal the school hours will be from 8:20 a.m. to 1:11 p.m. for all grades.  All children must be picked up no later than 1:11 p.m.***

Absences and Tardiness

If your child is going to be absent you must call:

(973) 735-5550 Ext. 3033

Please help to teach your child the importance of maintaining good attendance and punctuality by getting them to school every day on time. Please make every effort to schedule doctor and dentist appointments after school hours.

Excessive, unexcused absences or late arrivals are detrimental to the educational process. In the event that unexcused absence or tardiness become chronic, 10 or more days, the school will adhere to the following attendance procedures. Students having 10 or more unexcused absences for the year may be denied promotion to the next grade.

* PLEASE NOTE: VACATIONS DURING THE SCHOOL YEAR ARE HIGHLY DISCOURAGED AND ARE CONSIDERED AN UNEXCUSED ABSENCE

Excused Absences

Absences are recorded as EXCUSED ONLY if a doctor’s note is submitted to the main office/nurse. The note should include the date returning, child’s name, date absent, and the reason for the absence. Any absence for which the school does not receive a doctor’s note will be marked as unexcused absence.

Please do not send a sick child to school. Please ensure that students are fever free for at least 24 hours before returning to school. If a student becomes ill during school hours, the school nurse will release the child to a parent or emergency contact.

Tardiness

School begins every day at 8:20 a.m. Students are expected to arrive at school on time. If a student arrives after 8:30 a.m., they are considered late, and TARDY is recorded in their attendance. If a student is more than 40 minutes late (after 9:10 a.m.) they are marked ½ day unexcused absence.

3 tardies = 1 unexcused absence

Procedure for Chronic Absences

Students having more than 10 unexcused absences for the year may be denied promotion to the next grade. In the event that unexcused absence and tardiness become chronic, 10 or more unexcused absences the school will adhere to the following attendance procedures:

Procedure for Picking Children Up During School Hours

Please do not send a sick child to school.  Please ensure that students are fever free for at least 24 hours before returning to school.  If a child becomes ill during school hours the child will only be released to a parent or person(s) listed on the emergency information form (page to be completed in back of the handbook).  

No child will be released to a minor during school hours. 

If a student needs to be picked up during school hours, a note must be sent in with the child the morning of stating the name of the person who will pick the child up and the time that the child will be picked up.  If there is no advance written notice children will not be released during school hours to anyone other than a parent.   ID must be shown and will be copied in the main office when any child is picked up during the school day.  These policies are strictly enforced.

***IMPORTANT***  

***Please be sure that the office has several working phone numbers in case of an emergency.  If any phone numbers change you must notify Hamilton Intermediate School immediately.***  

BOARD OF EDUCATION

521 HARRISON AVENUE

HARRISON, NJ  07029

Cecy Lucas

Attendance Officer

973-268-7825

DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

STATE OF NEW JERSEY

The Statute concerning school attendance reads in part as follows:

18A:38-25.  Every parent, guardian or other person having custody and control of a child between the ages of 6 and 16 years shall cause such child regularly to attend the public schools of the district or a day school in which there is given instruction equivalent to that provided in the public school for children of similar grades and attainments or to receive equivalent instruction elsewhere than at school.

18A:38-26.  Such regular attendance shall be during all the days and hours that the public schools are in session in the district, unless it is shown to the satisfaction of the board of education of the district that the mental condition of the child is such that he cannot benefit from instruction in the school or that the bodily condition of the child is such as to prevent his attendance at school, but nothing herein shall be construed as permitting the temporary or permanent exclusion from school by the board of education of any district of any child between the ages of five (5) and twenty (20), except as explicitly otherwise provided by law.

18A:38-31.  Violations of articles by parents or guardians; penalties. A parent, guardian or other person having charge and control of a child between the ages of 6 and 16 years, who shall fail to comply with any of the provisions of this article relating to his duties, shall be deemed to be disorderly person and shall be subject to a fine of not more than $25.00 for first offense and not more than $100.00 for each subsequent offense, in the discretion of the court.

In any such proceeding the summons issued therein, or in special circumstances a warrant, shall be directed to the alleged disorderly person and the child.

*PLEASE NOTE: VACATION DURING THE SCHOOL YEAR WILL BE CONSIDERED AS UNEXCUSED ABSENCE AND WILL BE SUBJECT TO THE ABOVE MENTIONED FINES.

Homework Policy

Hamilton Intermediate School has initiated a homework policy that stresses the importance of homework for effective learning.  The following school philosophy reflects the value of homework.

• homework extends learning experiences beyond the classroom and reinforces learning by giving children a chance to practice without the pressure of time.
• homework has value as a process, one that teaches a child responsibility, how to organize time, work independently, practice good study skills, and develop self-discipline.
• homework encourages good work and study habits and gives the child extra time and the extra opportunity to improve skills.
• homework is one of the links between school and home that enables parents to become more involved with their child’s education.

In keeping with the above philosophy, Hamilton Intermediate School supports the following policy for students.  Daily homework is at the discretion of the teacher and can include:

• unfinished class work
• make-up work due to absence(s)
• special needs of the child
• reinforcement of class work
• special projects

Parents need to be aware of the fact that the amount of time a child spends on homework will vary according to each individual child and the conditions under which the child is working.  In order to promote good study habits, we suggest that you and your child establish a suitable time and place for the completion of homework.

School Bags and School Property

It would be greatly appreciated if you could make sure that textbooks are covered and some type of school bag is provided so books can be brought home. Please help us to teach your child respect for school property.  It would also be appreciated if you would speak to your child about respecting the property of neighbors near the school.

Cell Phones

If you allow your child to bring a cell phone to school, please note the phone must be off during the school day and placed in your child’s book bag.

Hamilton Intermediate School is not responsible for loss or theft of cell phones, iPods, watches, or any other devices brought to school.

Lunch Policy

ALL 4th and 5th GRADE HAMILTON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL STUDENTS WILL HAVE A CLOSED LUNCH.  No Student will be allowed to leave the school building during lunch periods.

• children who do not buy lunch must bring their own lunch to school.
• no glass bottles are to be brought to school.
• due to the increasing incidence of food allergies among school children, please encourage your child not to share food.  
• due to the possibility of a dangerous allergic reaction to peanut butter, we ask that it not be brought to school in any form (ex. sandwiches, cookies, candies, etc.)  
• DO NOT send candy, soda or any food or beverage item listing sugar in any form, as the first ingredient.
• NO gum chewing is allowed.

Conferences

Individual parent/teacher conferences are held in November. For other appointments, please call the office to arrange a conference with a teacher.  A time will be scheduled when the class is in art, gym, music, or S.T.E.A.M.  We cannot leave a class unattended to meet with you.

Special Area Classes:  

Art, Music, Physical Education, Health, S.T.E.A.M.

The following special area classes are offered at Hamilton Intermediate School:

• Art - 1 time per week
• Music - 1 time per week
• Physical Education - 2 times per week
• Health - 1 time per week
• S.T.E.A.M. - 1 time per week

Report Cards will be issued:

1. November 19, 20, 21, 2025 – Distributed at Parent/Teacher Conferences
2. January 23, 2026
3. April 17, 2026
4. Last Day of School

Deficiency Reports will be mailed:

1. October 01, 2025
2. December 10, 2025
3. March 04, 2026
4. May 06, 2026

General Suggestions To Parents

1. Encourage your child to go home immediately after school is dismissed.
2. Your child must not bring distracting articles to school.
3. Instruct your child never to converse with, or get in a car with a stranger.
4. Your child should have plenty of sleep each night. The chart below helps to calculate the best bedtime for children based on sleeping recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics.  Children ages 6-12 need 9 to 12 hours of sleep each night.  

5. Your child is ready to learn if he/she comes to school in a good frame of mind. An appropriate breakfast gets the day off to a good start.
6. The following are not allowed in Hamilton Intermediate School:

• Hats, bandanas or kerchiefs
• Bicycles, skateboards or scooters
• Hand held electronics, games or products of any nature
• Laser pointers

7. Hamilton Intermediate School maintains an OPEN DOOR POLICY. If you have any concerns, suggestions, or questions pertaining to Hamilton School, please do not hesitate to contact your child's teacher or the office staff to make an appointment. Anything that concerns your child and Hamilton School is of the utmost importance and will be handled accordingly.

Affirmative Action

The Harrison Board of Education guarantees equal educational opportunities regardless of race, color, creed, religion, sex, economic status or age.

The District Affirmative Action Officer, District 504 Coordinator and Public Assistant Compliance Officer is:

Clarisa Pimentel

Harrison High School

401 Kingsland Ave

Harrison, NJ 07029

Phone: (973) 482 - 5050 Ext. 1519

Grievance Procedure

Any student who feels that he or she has been unfairly treated in school should first meet with their guidance counselor and/or building administrator in order to discuss and resolve the matter in question.  If necessary, the said school official will outline the proper grievance procedures to follow.   A copy of the Board approved grievance policy is on file in the Principal's office.

Substance Awareness Coordinator

The Substance Awareness Coordinator for the Harrison School District is:

Clarisa Pimentel 

Harrison High School

401 Kingsland Ave

Harrison, NJ 07029

Phone: (973) 482-5050 Ext. 1519

Students are selected to participate in prevention and intervention services.  Parents who have questions concerning student participation or who wish to decline services for their child may contact the Substance Awareness Coordinator or the Building Principal.

Anti-Bullying

The Harrison Public School District Harassment, Intimidation, or Bullying Policy is available on the District’s web page (www.harrisonschools.org) and Hamilton Intermediate School’s web page (www.his.harrisonschools.org)

Hamilton Intermediate School Title I Parent Compact

Hamilton Intermediate School and the parents of the students participating in activities, services, and programs funded by Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) agree that this compact outlines how the parents, the entire school staff, and the students will share the responsibility for improved student academic achievement and the means by which the school and parents will build and develop a partnership that will help children achieve the State’s high standards.

This school-parent compact is in effect during the school year 2025-2026.

School Responsibilities

1. Hamilton Intermediate School will:
2. Provide high-quality curriculum and instruction in a supportive and effective learning     environment that enables the participating children to meet the State’s student academic achievement standards as follows: school curriculum will be aligned to the NJ CCCS and all teachers will be Highly Qualified.
3. Hold parent-teacher conferences during which this compact will be discussed as it relates to the individual child’s achievements: annual Visit School Night; annual Title I Parents’ Meeting; by appointment, when requested.
4. Provide parents with frequent reports on their children’s progress: quarterly school report cards; progress/deficient reports; letters; flyers; phone calls; student planners.
5. Provide parents reasonable access to staff: by appointment during regular school hours during the teacher’s preparation period; teachers are also available from 3:05-3:15 pm Monday-Friday.
6. Provide parents opportunities to volunteer and participate in their child’s class and to observe classroom activities: parents may volunteer to assist in their child’s activities or visit and/or observe their child’s activities at any time with the permission of the building administrator.

Parent Responsibilities

We, as parents, will support our children’s learning in the following ways:

• Monitoring attendance.
• Making sure that homework is completed.
• Monitoring the amount of television their children watch.
• Volunteering in my child’s classroom.
• Participating, as appropriate, in decisions relating to my children’s education.
• Promoting positive use of my child’s extracurricular time.
• Staying informed about my child’s education and communicating with the school by promptly reading all notices from the school or the school district either received by my child or by mail and responding, as appropriate.
• Serving, to the extent possible, on policy advisory groups, such as being the Title I, Part A parent representative on the school’s School Leadership Committee, the Title I Policy Advisory Committee, the District wide Policy Advisory Council, the State’s Committee of Practitioners, the School Support Team or other school advisory or policy groups.

Dear Parents and Students,

The Harrison Board of Education instituted a uniform policy for all students in grades Kindergarten through Grade 12.  This policy has proven to be very successful.

Everyone at Hamilton Intermediate School is very proud of the students and their uniforms and the effect it has had on their all-around school spirit and level of cooperation.  For the 2025-2026 school year, the school uniform colors will remain the same:  burgundy shirt with a collar with the Hamilton School insignia and khaki pants, shorts, or skirts.  Stretch fleece, corduroy, and sweat material are not allowed.  Shorts and skirts must be 2 inches above the knee or longer.

Please not that in addition to the clothing requirements, the following rules apply:

• ONLY flat headbands may be worn to Hamilton Intermediate School.  Headbands with ears and other extensions become distracting during instructional times.
• No open shoes or flip flops
• No Crocs footwear
• Socks or stockings must be worn
• No spandex or stretch pants may be worn
• School colors are to be adhered to

During the winter months our school is more than adequately heated.  If you wish for your child to wear an additional layer of clothing, please adhere to the following guidelines:

• A white, gray, or black long-sleeve shirt can be worn UNDER the uniform shirt.
• The uniform shirt must be clearly visible at all times.
• Students may wear the “ Hamilton Hawks” hooded sweatshirt.

***APPROVED UNIFORM CLOTHING IS TO BE WORN ON DAILY BASIS***

It is the responsibility of the parents/guardian to make sure the proper uniform clothing is worn each day as required.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Respectfully,

John Carey

Principal

Nutrition and Celebration Information

While academic and athletic achievement are often indicators of a school district’s success, we believe our children’s health is equally as important especially when good nutrition advances academic achievement, athletic performance, and self esteem.

Our commitment is evidenced by Harrison’s Board of Education Policy # 3542:

“Food and beverages of minimal nutritional value (as defined by the U.S. Department of Agriculture) will be eliminated during the school day… All Food and beverage items listing sugar, in any form, as the first ingredient, and all forms of candy may not be served, sold or given away anywhere on school property at any time before the end of the school day.”

In an effort to adhere to these guidelines, the following will be strictly adhered to ensuring maximum use of classroom time for instruction.

Yearly Classroom Celebrations

Hamilton Intermediate School will have up to four “parties' ' during the course of the school year to celebrate:  Halloween, Winter break, Valentine’s Day, and the End-of-Year.  Notifications of these celebrations will be coordinated by the teacher and school nurse.  NO FOOD WILL BE ALLOWED IN THE CLASSROOM FOR ANY OTHER EVENT WITHOUT PRIOR APPROVAL FROM THE PRINCIPAL AND SCHOOL NURSE.

Birthday Celebrations - In School

• A birthday sticker will be provided to students celebrating a birthday that month.
• July birthdays will be celebrated in June and August birthdays will be celebrated in September.

Dear Parents/Guardians:

With the beginning of another school year and in order to maintain a healthy school environment, I am asking you to review the following guidelines regarding illness and disease.

COVID-19

Any child and/or family member who is experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 should contact their physician IMMEDIATELY.  In addition to contacting your physician, please notify the school nurse.

FEVER

Any child with a fever of 100 degrees or more will be excluded from school. Children with fevers of 100 degrees or more may not return to school until their temperature is normal (below 100 degrees for twenty-four hours.)

RASHES

Children with undiagnosed rashes must be seen by their physician and a note which includes diagnosis and treatment is required for readmission to school.

STREP THROAT, CONJUNCTIVITIS (pink eye), and IMPETIGO

In these cases, children must be seen by a physician and treated with antibiotics for at least 48 hours before they can come back to school. A note from the physician stating that the child is non-contagious is required.

CHICKEN POX

Children must be out of school for 7 days after the rash breaks out. All lesions must be completely dried up in order for the child to return to school. The child must be checked by the school nurse before going to the classroom.

HEAD LICE

All cases of head lice must be reported to the school nurse. A child must be free of all lice and be checked by the nurse before readmission.

MEDICATIONS

Below you will find the guidelines set forth by the State of New Jersey regulating the administration of medications in school.

1. All medication must be prescribed by your child's physician.  You must provide written orders from the doctor         stating the reason for the medication, the dosage and the time of administration.
2. The parent or guardian must provide a written request for the medication to be given.
3. The medication must be brought to school in the original container, appropriately labeled by the pharmacy or the physician.
4. The school nurse or her designee will administer the medication in school and/or on a school trip.
5. No "over the counter" medication may be administered in school unless the parent/guardian can come to school to give it.

EMERGENCY NUMBERS

In the event a child becomes ill at school, the parent/guardian or designated person will be notified to bring the child home. Please make sure the school nurse has the correct numbers and that someone will be available to pick the child in a reasonable period of time.

OTHER ILLNESSES/SYMPTOMS

In the morning, if your child complains of a runny nose, heavy or frequent cough, diarrhea, stomach pains, nausea, vomiting, headache, or sore throat, he/she should not be sent to school. If your child is absent for more than three days, he/she must bring a doctor's note.

Board of Education

517 Hamilton Street

Harrison, NJ  07029

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Telephone; 973-483-2055

Fax: 973-497-1725

NOTICE

Electronic Surveillance Monitoring Devices:  The Harrison Board of Education authorizes the use of electronic surveillance monitoring devices in school buildings, transportation vehicles and on other school property.  Therefore, all school buildings,  transportation vehicles and other school property within this school district may be monitored and/or recorded using such devices in accordance with board policy.

Signs are posted in accordance with board policy.

At any time, as the situation warrants, recorded or live recordings may be viewed and/or referenced by school administrative personnel, as well as, government and law enforcement personnel.

In our school buildings, transportation vehicles and other school property, electronic surveillance monitoring devices may monitor public areas, including, but not limited to, entrances, hallways, cafeterias, athletic areas, playgrounds, gyms, interior of transportation vehicles, parking lots and other interior and exterior areas.

Cameras will not be located in private areas such a s restrooms and locker rooms.

Rev. 5/2013

HEALTHY KIDS ARE BETTER LEARNERS

Dear Parents / Guardians,

In order to provide the best possible health services, I need to know your child’s health history and current status.  Please understand that you may call me at any time if the need arises.  

Please indicate below the following as it applies to your child’s history:

Child’s Name:                                                           Grade:                      

☐  Has had chicken pox

☐   Allergies (please list)                                                                                                    

***Due to the increasing incidence of food allergies among school children, please encourage your child to not share food.  Also due to the possibility of a dangerous allergic reaction to peanut butter we ask that it not be brought to school in any form. (ex:  sandwiches, cookies, candies, etc.)***

☐  Any hospitalization (explain)                                            

☐  Serious injury                                                    

☐  Surgery                                                                  

☐  Ear infections                                                    

☐  Eye problems                                                                                                

☐  Any other health condition we should be aware of (asthma, chronic bronchitis, hearing problems, etc.)                                                                                         

☐  Currently on medication (name)                                                                                            

☐  None of the above

Parent’s Signature                                                                               Date                         

In case of illness or injury please notify:

1.   Name                                                                                          Tel.                                 

Relationship to child                                                     ___________                                              

2.  Name                                                                                          Tel.                                      

Relationship to child                                                            ___________                                                                                                                   

3.  Name                                                                                          Tel. _____________________      

Relationship to child                                                                             

I consent to the release of medical information to all staff members and other adults who have custodial care of my child and who may need to know this information to maintain my child’s health and safety.

________________________________________________      __________________________

Parent/Guardian’s Signature                   Date

OFFICE OF THE SUPERINTENDENT

HARRISON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

501 HAMILTON STREET

HARRISON, NEW JERSEY 07029

Tel. (973) 483-4627     Fax (973) 483-7484

HARRISON SCHOOL DISTRICT

2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR

Dear Parent/ Guardian:

As you know, in September 2008, we instituted an Automated Emergency Notification System for school closings/delayed openings/early dismissals and other pertinent notifications.

Our system is now able to contact you at any or all of the following contacts. Keep in mind, these are the only contacts that will be used for automated notifications. Also keep in mind that each telephone number you provide will receive the same notification. You must provide at least one contact and please do not use the same telephone number for more than one contact.

Student's Name: ________________________________________________________________

School: ____________________________________________________  Grade: ____________

Please provide one telephone number for each choice:

Home Telephone # : _____________________________________________________________

Mother's/Guardian’s Cell #: _______________________________________________________

Father's/Guardian's  Cell #:  _______________________________________________________

Alternate Contact #:  ____________________________________________________________

           (i.e. Childcare provider, grandparent, work)

Additionally, to be contacted via email, please provide your email address below:

 _____________________________________________________________________________

(Please provide email address)

__________________________________________________________       ________________

Parent/Guardian's Signature                                                     Date

Dear Parent(s)/Guardian(s),

In this handbook, we have provided you with instructions concerning school closing.  In the event that an emergency school closing is declared while school is in session, it is important that every parent establishes a plan that will enable their child to be picked up at Hamilton School.  Although we at Hamilton School do everything necessary to ensure the safety of all of our students, it is the responsibility of the parent(s)/guardian(s) to make sure that their child is picked up.  Below you must provide 3 emergency contact names along with their phone numbers.

***After you have filled out the form below, please sign and return to Hamilton School so that it may be kept on file.  It is very important that ALL the phone numbers listed below are in working order.  Should any of the numbers change, you must notify the main office immediately in writing or by phone.***

Emergency Information Form

Student’s Name: ________________________________________   Date of Birth: __________

Street Address: ________________________________________  Phone #:  ______________

Teacher’s Name: ___________________________________________  Grade: ____________

Child resides with:     ◻Both parents       ◻Mother (only)       ◻Father (only)       ◻Guardian

Mother/Guardian’s Name: _____________________________ Cell/Home#: _______________

Place of Business: ___________________________________ Work Phone: _______________

Father’s/Guardian’sName: _____________________________ Cell/Home#: _______________

Place of Business:  ___________________________________Work Phone: _______________

If you cannot be reached, please list the name and phone numbers of persons to be called to pick up your child:

________________________________________________________________________Name                                        Address                                                 Phone Number

________________________________________________________________________Name                                       Address                                                 Phone Number

________________________________________________________________________Name                                       Address                                                 Phone Number

Your plan for your child’s dismissal:     ◻PICK UP                       ◻WALKER

To enable us to care for your child in an emergency when you cannot be reached, please furnish us with:

Family Physician: _______________________________________ Phone #: ______________________

***If neither parent can be contacted in an emergency and emergency measures are deemed necessary, I authorize the school to do so***

______________________________  _______________________________  __________

Parent/Guardian Signature                                Name (please print)                                                Date                                   

Student Name: ________________________________________________________________ School:  _________________________________________

Does the child have Health Insurance?

◻Yes      If yes, name of insurance company

◻No       NJ FamilyCare provides free or low cost health insurance for uninsured children and certain low income parents.

   For more information call 800-701-0710 or visit www.njfamilycare.org to apply online.

                 You may release my name and address to the NJ FamilyCare Program to contact me about health insurance.

Signature: ______________________________________________ Print Name:_______________________________________________ Date: __________

Written consent required pursuant to 20 U.S.C § 1232g (b) (1) and 34 C.F.R. 99.30 (b).

List any medical/surgical care your child has received during the past year:

Dental Exam Date: _______________  Braces: ◻Yes  ◻No  |   Eye Exam Date: _______________ Glasses: ◻Yes  ◻No      Contacts: ◻Yes  ◻No

Allergies:  ◻Yes  ◻No   Type of Allergies:___________________________________________ Medications:_____________________________________

Allergic Reaction Date:__________________  Medications:_______________________________________________________________________________

Immunizations/Tetanus◻Yes  ◻No  Type:___________________________________________________________________  Date: __________________

Restrictions (type):_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Doctor’s Name: _______________________________________________________________________  Telephone #: ________________________________

Dentist’s Name: _______________________________________________________________________  Telephone #: ________________________________

Hospital:_____________________________________  Address:______________________________________  Telephone #:__________________________

I, the undersigned, do hereby authorize officials of New Jersey PublicSchools to contact directly the persons named on this card and do authorize the named physicians to render such treatment as may be deemed necessary in an emergency, for the health of said child.

In the event that physicians, other persons named on this card, or parents cannot be contacted, the school officials are hereby authorized to make whatever action is deemed necessary in their judgment, for the health of the aforesaid child.

I will not hold the school district financially responsible for the emergency are and/or transportation for said child.

Signature Parent(s)/Guardian(s)__________________________________________________________________  Date: __________________

OFFICE OF THE SUPERINTENDENT

HARRISON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

501 HAMILTON STREET

HARRISON, NEW JERSEY 07029

Tel. (973) 483-4627     Fax (973) 483-7484

I, ______________________________, parent/guardian of: ______________________________                                                                        (Parent/Guardian’s name)                    (Student’s Name Printed)

have received the following notices for the 2025-2026 school year:

• Emergency School Closing Information and Emergency Contact Information
• Comprehensive Health Education (K-12)
• 2025-2026 MEDIA RELEASE AND CONSENT FOR STUDENT PUBLICITY

________________________________________                                         __________________

Parent/Guardian’s Signature                                                                  Date

Please email or bring to your child’s school by Monday, September 8, 2025

Email:  

regina.colon@staff.harrisonschools.org

   angela.azevedo@staff.harrisonschools.org