Get Moving This Spring! Exercise has a wealth of health benefits, but did you know it is key in such things as our mental health, and even our longevity? Recent studies have found that those who live the longest (100+ years) remain active throughout their life span. According to writer Ashley Abramson of Eating Well magazine, research ... Click Here to Read More
March 4, 2022 Dear Irvington Families, Thank you to all who completed the Irvington Mask Wearing Survey that we shared with you two weeks ago. We received an overwhelming response from parents and guardians indicating that masks should continue to be worn and required in Irvington Public Schools. It should be noted that a smaller percentage of parents ... Click Here to Read More
Stuck Inside? Here are Some Ideas for Family Fun! Winter is upon us, and like last year, many of us are sticking close to home. It can be hard to think of things to do as a family. Little ones may be bored and you may be out of ideas for them, and older kids may retreat to their ... Click Here to Read More
Talking it Out!- How Your Emotional Support Can Help Your Child Have A Successful Year! Welcome back, Irvington families! A new school year is upon us, and thankfully it will look more normal than the last, but it may not be without it’s challenges. Some of our scholars have not been to in person school for some ... Click Here to Read More
Start the Year Off Right!- What to Do at Home to Help Your Child Succeed In School With a year and a half of virtual and hybrid learning, many of us had to adjust to supporting our children while they learned at home. With the return of full-time, in person learning, we will need to adjust again. ... Click Here to Read More
Summer Is Coming- Make the Most of It! After a long and difficult school year, our children are welcoming summer. Hopefully, you are too! Let this summer be a time of restoration for you and your children. Let your physical and your mental health be your focus. Many of your children will be participating in academic summer ... Click Here to Read More
Helping Your Family to Get Active One of the many challenges of the past year has been getting enough exercise, especially in the winter months. It was difficult for us as parents, but, also for our children who worked in front of computers all day with no opportunity to run and play at recess or to play ... Click Here to Read More
Back to School? Help your child get ready! We will welcome students back in school very soon! You may feel excited at the thought of having your kids back in in-person school; you may feel nervous, or both. All of these are normal reactions after being virtual for a year! Your children may have mixed feelings too ... Click Here to Read More
TOWNSHIP OF IRVINGTON - TONY VAUSS, MAYOR CHRIS GATLING CENTER - DONALD MALLOY, DIRECTOR 285 Union Avenue, NJ 07111 | (973) 399-6597 SUMMER FUN IN THE SUN ATHLETICS ACTIVES PROGRAM JULY 6th THRU AUGUST 20th, 2021 REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN At The Chris Gatling Recreation Center - 285 Union Avenue A NEW WAVE OF SUMMER FUN OFFERING: Virtual Interactive ... Click Here to Read More
April Parent Trainings Hello Irvington families. April is Autism Awareness Month! We will spend the month promoting acceptance and as we continue on our journey of raising awareness. The Special Services Department remains committed to continuing to provide training and support for all of our families with children with disabilities. During the month of April the Zoom ... Click Here to Read More