Dr. Timothy Plotts, Principal

Mrs. Allison Hollick, Secretary

Mrs. Jen Luisi, School Nurse

Mrs. Dana Williams, School Counselor, HIB Coordinator

185 Cozy Lake Road

Oak Ridge, New Jersey 07438

973-697-4777

Fax 973-208-8409

Mrs. Dana Williams
School Counselor/Anti-Bullying Specialist
Cozy Lake 
(973) 697-4777
Dwilliams@jefftwp.org

Josephine Ramirez
Anti-Bullying Coordinator
Jefferson Township Public Schools
(973) 697-3535 X5865
JoRamirez@jefftwp.org
1010 Weldon Road
Oak Ridge, NJ, 07849

KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION and ANYONE WHO HAS NOT YET COMPLETED PRESCHOOL REGISTRATION

2024 – 2025 SCHOOL YEAR

Your child need not be present during registration.  Only those children who will be five years of age before October 1, 2024 will be eligible to enter kindergarten in September 2024 (see District Policy 5112, Entrance Age).

Registration link:  https://www.fridayparentportal.com/jefferson/preregistration

Initially, please sign up for an appointment to submit your registration documents. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4DAEAC22A5FBC70-47866014-kindergarten 

Please scan the above QR code and fill out the student pre-registration form to register a child into our school. 

REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS ARE:

When coming to school for your registration appointment, please bring ALL the following documentation: 

1. Proof of Residency
   • Mortgage statement or 
   • Current Jefferson Township tax invoice or
   • Rental/lease agreement or
   • Utility bills (2 months)
2. Parent picture Identification (i.e. Driver’s license)
3. Original Birth Certificate (with raised seal). Child must be 5 years of age prior to October 1, 2023.
4. Physical Exam within last year (within 365 days of start of school)
5. Immunization Record-Official documentation signed and stamped by doctor:
   • P.T. Series (4 doses-one after 4^th birthday OR 5 doses) NJAC 8.57-4.10)
   • Polio Series (3 doses-one after 4^th birthday OR 4 doses) (NJAC 8.57-4.11)
   • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (2 doses or 1 dose and lab evidence of titer showing immunity) (NJAC 8.57-4.12)
   • Hepatitis B Series (3 doses) (NJAC 8.13-4.16)
   • Varicella (one dose) (NJAC 8.57-4.17)

State Law prohibits the acceptance of any child who does not meet these requirements prior to the first day of entering school in September. 

Only one registrant will be permitted in the building at a time. As such, please arrive on time for your appointment. You will be asked to sign up for a specific time at the end of the online pre-registration form. 

Any questions, please contact: 

Cozy Lake School (973) 697-4777             

Follow all the action at Cozy Lake on Dr. Plotts TWITTER FEED!  Use:  @Dr.TimothyPlotts  

Welcome to Cozy Lake Elementary School! We're glad you're here. Cozy Lake Elementary School is comprised of 2 grade levels. We have a preschool program, and a kindergarten.  Cozy Lake Elementary School provides all the services necessary to see your child grow and develop during their most formative years.  Throughout the school year, parents will be invited to attend various events at the school. We look forward to seeing you there.  

Should you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out at 973-697-4777.

If you have any questions regarding your child's school work, please contact the appropriate teacher.

Best regards,

Dr. Timothy Plotts, 

Principal

IN-DISTRICT SCHOOL COUNSELING SERVICES WITH TRI-COUNTY BEHAVIORAL CARE below:

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JTSEPAG INFORMATION

Elementary Suggested Supply Lists

2024-2025

To assist in getting your child ready for the first day of school, we are

providing a list of “suggested” school supplies for each grade level. 

Please note individual teachers may require additional materials.

Suggested school supplies for Kindergarten:

Avery 1” Heavy Duty Clear Cover 3 Ring Binder

1 “5 Star” paper water resistant laminated folder -

3 hole punch

Crayola crayons (24 pack)

Ticonderoga pencils #2-SHARPENED

2 pocket “5 Star” paper water resistant laminated folder with clasps

(2) 2 marble notebooks

1 clipboard post it notes (6 pack)

Plastic pencil box or pouch

Elmer’s glue sticks (8)

Scissors (blunt tip)

Tissue box (2)

Headphones (over ear NOT earbuds)

Highlighters (2)

Expo unscented dry erase markers BLACK (2 pack)

Jefferson Township Public Schools

Preschool Program

Cozy Lake School  

Cozy Lake/Briggs

Preschool Needs for School

Dear Parents/Guardians,

Your child will need the following items to keep at school.  Please label all items:

1. A backpack large enough to hold art projects, notices, etc.

(The mini backpacks are too small.)

2. An old adult t-shirt (to be used as a smock.)
3. A complete change of clothing including socks (Please put your

child’s name on everything including the bag you put them in.)

4. 2 Snacks- Please provide two daily snacks which do not need to be heated up (peanut/nut free) for your child including drinks.  You may want to send in an extra water bottle everyday, too
5. Lunch-please pack a lunch (which does not need to be heated up) with a drink every day or buy a lunch using your school account
6. Diapers (preferably a full bag), pull-ups (with Velcro sides), wipes, underwear, etc.
7. Wear sneakers for gross motor activities (We will be going outside when the weather permits.)
8. Crayola Washable Markers
9. Crayola Crayons 24 pack
10. One 2 Pocket Folder
11. One 4 pack of Play-Doh
12. 1 box of 2 ½ gallon ziploc bags (Can be store brand)
13. Package of low odor fine tip dry erase markers
14. Preschool Cot Sheet or Crib Sheet (Crib Sheets may rip in the corners)  and a blanket for Rest Time

Thank You,

The Preschool Staff