Colonia Middle School Parents & Guardians, The New Jersey Student Learning Assessment (NJSLA) is the statewide assessment for the 2022-2023 school year. This computer-based assessment covers the areas of Mathematics and English Language Arts/Literacy. There is a Science section for 8th grade students ONLY. Students will be testing during morning sessions based on the schedule below: Science for Grade 8 ONLY – (5/1, 5/2, 5/4, 5/5) Math for Grades 6, 7, and 8 – (5/9, 5/10, 5/11) English Language Arts (ELA) for Grades 6, 7, and 8 – (5/16, 5/17) Make-Up Testing – (5/12, 5/15, 5/18, 5/19, 5/22, 5/23) Students are permitted and encouraged to use their own wired headphones/earbuds for testing (WIRELESS NOT PERMITTED). Students should bring their wired headphones/earbuds to each testing session. If students do not bring wired headphones/earbuds they will be provided. No student is to be in possession of a cell phone, smartwatch, or any electronic device during a testing session. All students will be testing on their school-issued Chromebook. Please make sure it is fully charged on testing days. Our goal for this year is to maximize results for both our Math and ELA scores, as well as, achieve our highest possible student participation rate. For schools that fail to achieve 95 percent participation, any student below the 95 percent threshold will therefore be counted as “not proficient” in the calculation of proficiency rates even though they did not take the exam. For this reason, it is imperative that on testing days students come to school rested, be on time, take the test, and give their very best effort. Thank you for your continued support. Joseph A. Short Principal, Colonia Middle School
almost 2 years ago, Joseph Short
Colonia Middle School Families, On behalf of our entire staff, we would like to wish our families a safe and relaxing Spring Break. The students have been working hard and we hope they enjoy their time off. I am pleased to report that 78% of our students made the Honor Roll for Marking Period 3.  School resumes on Monday, April 17, 2023.  Thank you for your continued support. Best regards, Joseph A. Short Principal, Colonia Middle School
almost 2 years ago, Joseph Short
EARLY DISMISSAL: ONLY Elementary & Middle Schools will follow the early dismissal plan on Tuesday, March 14. Grades 6 thru 8 will be dismissed at 12:45 pm; Grades K thru 5 will be dismissed at 1:10 pm; Pre K morning classes will be dismissed at 11:30 am; and, the Pre K pm classes will be held from 10:30 am - 1:10 pm
almost 2 years ago, Woodbridge Township School District
All schools will follow the early dismissal plan for Monday, March 6. Grades 9-12 will be dismissed at 12:10 pm; Grades 6-8 will be dismissed at 12:45 pm; Grades K-5 will be dismissed at 1:10 pm; PreK am classes dismissed at 11:30 am; PreK pm classes held from 10:30 am - 1:10 pm.
almost 2 years ago, Woodbridge Township School District
The Woodbridge Township Board of Education has adopted the 2023-2024 student calendar. Click here https://5il.co/1pex4
almost 2 years ago, Woodbridge Township School District
CMS Message from Principal Short: Colonia Middle School Families, As we approach the end of our First Semester next week, I wanted to express my appreciation to our entire school community. I have developed a personal catchphrase, “It is a PRIVILEGE to work at this school.” The meaning is very simple: -It is a PRIVILEGE to work with your children. -It is a PRIVILEGE to work with our families. -It is a PRIVILEGE to work with our dedicated staff. -It is a PRIVILEGE to work with our Parent Teacher Organization (PTO). -It is a PRIVILEGE to work with our stakeholders in the community. I am very proud of what our students have accomplished so far this year and we will continue to work in providing the best possible middle school experience. Here are a few reminders: Monday, January 30th – Last Day of Marking Period 2/Semester 1 Tuesday, January 31st – First Day of Marking Period 3/Semester 2 Friday, February 3rd – MP 2 Report Cards available on Parent Access at 8 AM We are participating in the township-wide “Have-A-Heart” food drive to support our local food banks. We are encouraging students to bring in non-perishable food items to homeroom up until 2/15/23. Thank you and enjoy your NFL Championship Game Weekend. Joseph A. Short Principal, Colonia Middle School (732) 396-7000 joseph.short@woodbridge.k12.nj.us
about 2 years ago, Joseph Short
Colonia Middle School Families, On behalf of our entire staff, we would like to wish our families a safe and relaxing Fall Break. The students have had an outstanding first two months and we hope they enjoy their time off. School resumes on Monday, November 14, 2022. Marking Period 1 Report Cards will be available on the Genesis Parent Access at 8:00 am on Friday, November 18th. Best regards, Joseph A. Short Principal, Colonia Middle School
about 2 years ago, Joseph Short
Please review the attached letter from Kendell Ali regarding the New Jersey School Climate Improvement Survey which will be administered to the students in the month of November. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Jaclyn Stracensky via email at jaclyn.stracensky@woodbridge.k12.nj.us or via telephone at (732)396-7012. https://5il.co/1jy0a
over 2 years ago, Meredith LeRoy
The CMS girls softball playoff game scheduled for today (10/17) against WMS has been postponed until tomorrow, Tuesday, October 18, 2022. The CMS girls softball team will have a practice after school today (10/17) until 4:30 pm.
over 2 years ago, Joseph Short
The CMS girls softball playoff game will be played at CMS on Monday, 10/17. The game will match Woodbridge (#3) against CMS (#2); Both the Baseball and Softball CHAMPIONSHIP games will be played at CMS on Wednesday, 10/19
over 2 years ago, Meredith LeRoy
The Middlesex County Magnet Schools will be holding an information session at JFKMHS Thursday, October 13th at 6:30 PM in the auditorium. The presentation will review the Career Programs available in each Magnet School, the application process, and an overview of the Program Offerings. The target audience is for 8th grade families, but all families in grade 6-8 are welcome to attend.
over 2 years ago, Joseph Short
Today's (10/5) baseball and softball games have been postponed until Monday, 10/10. Both games will be played at JFK on Monday.
over 2 years ago, Meredith LeRoy
Today's (10/4) baseball and softball games have been postponed until tomorrow, 10/5. Both games will be played at WHS.
over 2 years ago, Meredith LeRoy
Please see the attached district-wide testing schedule for the 2022-2023 school year: https://5il.co/1ijeu
over 2 years ago, Meredith LeRoy
Big Brothers Big Sisters Update: At this moment, Big Brothers Big Sisters has hit its capacity for enrollment. If you are still interested in the program please send your child's name to Miss Davidson at: Jessica.Davidson@woodbridge.k12.nj.us, and your child will be put on a waitlist.
over 2 years ago, Meredith LeRoy
Colonia Middle School Parents & Guardians, Last year's NJSLA test results for CMS students will be distributed in homeroom tomorrow, Thursday, September 22, 2022. Each student will receive their Individual Score Report. Your child's guidance counselor is available to assist you with any questions. Regards, Joseph A. Short Principal, Colonia Middle School
over 2 years ago, Joseph Short
Please see the attached for more information on the CMS Clothing Drive on 9/29/22: https://5il.co/1i4na
over 2 years ago, Meredith LeRoy
Information regarding the CMS Open House on 9/15/22: https://5il.co/1hw3e
over 2 years ago, Meredith LeRoy
CMS Updates 9.8.22 1.) All CMS students are encouraged to wear red, white, and blue tomorrow (9/9/22), in recognition of Patriot Day. 2.) Distribution of chromebooks to all CMS students is taking place today (9/8/22) and tomorrow (9/9/22). 3.) Please see the attachment below on Colonia Middle School PTO Membership: https://5il.co/1hpzi
over 2 years ago, Meredith LeRoy
Welcome Letter from Principal Short: https://5il.co/1gz51
over 2 years ago, Joseph Short