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Posted Date: 11/02/25 (1:51 PM)
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TJL Weekly Update

11/3-11/7

TJL
Good afternoon TJL Families,

I hope you all enjoyed the Halloween weekend. We sure had a fun time at TJL on Friday. I hope you were all able to see the Instagram link shared by Dr. Manning on his weekly update. If not, click here to view a snapshot of our Halloween fun!

As a reminder, schools will be closed for students on Tuesday.

Have a beautiful day,
Mrs. Washington
 

Important Information for the Week

11/4- Tuesday- Election Day- No School for Students

Schools will be closed for students on Tuesday, 11/4.

11/7- Friday- Student Monthly Meetings

On Friday, we’re excited for our monthly Lion’s Mane Mission meetings. Student leaders from No Place for Hate will share lessons on kindness and the power of our words. We’ll also celebrate our October “Lions of the Month”...students who exemplify being Respectful, Responsible, Safe, and Inclusive.

Safety Drill Notification

As part of our commitment to ensuring the safety and preparedness of our students and staff, we will be conducting a safety drill within the next week. The purpose of this drill is to ensure that everyone is familiar with our emergency procedures and can respond quickly and effectively in the event of an actual emergency.
Details of the Drill:
  • Type of Drill: Lockdown
  • Time Frame: Within the next week
The exact time and date of drills are not provided for security reasons.
If you have any questions or concerns about the drill, please don't hesitate to contact us.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we work to maintain a safe school community.


 

Additional Information

PTA Reflections Contest

PTA Reflections Contest
Calling all Lahey Lions—show your creativity! This year’s National PTA Reflections theme is I Belong! Please review the submission rules if you would like your child to participate. Submissions are due by November 15th. Click here to access the student entry form.
 

TJL PTA and SEPTA Membership

It’s time to sign up for your 2025–2026 PTA/SEPTA membership!

Please note that PTA/SEPTA memberships must be renewed annually, and new dues are required each school year.

Join today and help support the events, programs, and activities that
make TJL such a special place for our students.

 

Important Dates

October/November

October 2 - Schools Closed/Yom Kippur
October 13 - Schools Closed/Columbus Day
October 15 - Grade 5 Panoramic Class Photo
October 20 - Schools Closed/Diwali
October 22, 23 - TJL PTA Read-In Days
October 27-29 - TJL PTA Fall Photos
November 4 - Schools Closed for Students Supt’s Conf. Day
November 11 - Schools Closed/Veterans Day
November 12 - New Staff/Newly Tenured Reception @ OMS, 6 PM
November 14 - Wizards Game @ HHS, 7 PM
November 26 - Emergency Preparedness Drill & 15 Minute Early Dismissal
November 27-28 - Schools Closed Thanksgiving Recess