DISCOVER
Livingston Public Schools
Empowering all to learn, create, contribute and grow.
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Featured Photo: "SUPER SENIORS!!"
Livingston High School's Class of 2020 woke up extra early on the first day of school to participate in the annual senior celebration. This year's theme colors of bright green and pink were used to design festive t-shirts, create unique outfits, and decorate vehicles!
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Don't stop scrolling!
Find information on the following news, and more, in this week's DISCOVER.
- Board of Education Meeting Tonight
- Back-to-School Photos
- Mark Your Calendar: Coffee with the Superintendent!
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Livingston Public Schools' students returned to their classrooms on Wednesday, September 4!
From kindergartners arriving for the first time, to old friends catching up with each other on the playgrounds, to LHS seniors celebrating their last first day of school in Livingston, it was a great day!
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Check out some of our youngest students as they share one word about their first days of school! 💗
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In its continuous efforts to promote a reading culture, Livingston High School kicked off the school year with its 4th annual “LHS Summer Reading Lollapalooza!"
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Back In Business: Some Recent Highlights From Lancers Sports!
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LHS Marching Band PerformEd at Jets Game!
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An International Experience
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Five members of the Livingston Robotics Team, Firestorm, traveled to Israel this summer to form an international FIRST robotics team! LHS students Aden Vishnevsky, Ally Mintz, Shourya Bansal, Revant Maridi, Pierce Rubenstein, David Samolkin, and Aryan Bansal along with coaches Mrs. Jeanne Ziobro and Mr. James Novotny, joined with students from the Arad, Israel Phoenix Team to plan an alliance to build an international robot for the 2019-20 FIRST Robotics FTC season. They shared their experiences at the Board of Education's last meeting of the summer on August 14!
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In an effort to get to know the Livingston community better, Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Matt Block, will be holding four “Coffee with the Superintendent” programs this year. The “Coffee with the Superintendent” programs will provide a forum to inform people about the great things happening within our schools, and for informal conversation with parents and guardians regarding their experiences with and hopes for LPS. Bring your questions, thoughts, and a favorite warm beverage. All are welcome!
- Thursday, November 21, 9:30 a.m. Central Office Conference Room
- Saturday, January 25, 9:00 a.m. Heritage Media Center
- Thursday, March 12, 7:00 p.m. Harrison Media Center
- Thursday, March 23, 12:00 p.m. Central Office Conference Room
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Mark Your Calendars
For Back-to-School Nights!
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Back-to-School Nights are scheduled! Find out about events and happenings at each LPS school by visiting its web page. See links below!
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Find Important Information
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LPS invites parents to visit our "Parent Resources" page to find information regarding the Genesis portal, academic calendars, food services, new student registration, transportation, district communications, forms, and more.
In addition, to subscribe to news based on your child's school and your interests, visit our "District Communications" page and sign up for newsletters, e-blasts, and more.
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Our Parent Academy website is designed to ensure that all resources provided at our events are accessible to all community members. We hope you find these helpful as you engage in your child’s education!
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We're interested in hearing what's on your mind. Share a story. Ask a question. Let us know about your concerns, anything from school safety and security to budget matters. Give a shout out to a special teacher. Talk with the Superintendent or Board of Education. Email your message c/o the
Communications and Community Outreach Coordinator.
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STAY CONNECTED! LIKE, FOLLOW, AND PLEASE SHARE!
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Children’s Theatre of Livingston (CTL), is currently enrolling for middle school actors and backstage crew members for Annie Jr. for a Fall Musical Production. Additionally, Elementary School Students are invited to join in for Acting-Improv Theatre Classes. Children’s Theatre of Livingston is proudly supported by the Livingston Board of Education, The Livingston Town Council, and are proud members of The Arts Council of Livingston and HCHY (Healthy Community Healthy Youth).
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The
Livingston Public Library wants to hear from you. Whether you are a frequent, infrequent, or even a non-library user, your voice matters! Please participate in this
SURVEY to help us revise our strategic plan to guide us through the next three years. Those who submit a survey will be entered for a chance to win an iPad Mini!
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Shining Stars offers "funtastic programs for exceptional individuals." Learn more
HERE!
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Chinese as a Second Language Courses
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Livingston Huaxia Chinese School (LHXCS), a non-profit organization with a 17 year history, provides Chinese as a Second Language courses for students from non-Chinese speaking families. For more information, and/or to register for the 2019-2020 school year, click on the links below.
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Livingston Public Schools is looking to hire early arrival and lunch time playground aids. Do you have a few hours to spare at the beginning or in the middle of the day? Would you enjoy being responsible for the well-being of our students before school in the morning and during their lunch hour? Successful candidates will provide supervision of PreK-5 students both in the school and on the playground. Starting salary begins at $15.50/hour.
Download the application, or stop by the Central Office at 11 Foxcroft Drive to pick up an application!
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Substitute Nurses
Livingston Public Schools is seeking substitute school nurses. Applicants must hold current license issued by the NJ Board of Nursing as a professional registered nurse (RN) and possess or be eligible for a Substitute Nurse Certificate. CPR/AED certification is required ($200/day). Interested candidates should contact Carolyn Ross at
cross@livingston.org
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Substitute Teachers
Livingston Public Schools is seeking substitute teachers ($100/day). Applicants must either possess certification as a teacher in New Jersey or a substitute certificate.
For more information, please visit our website, www.livingston.org, or contact Annette Ferreira at aferreira@livingston.org.
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Crossing Guards
The
Township of Livingston continues to look for crossing guards for its many posts throughout town. Crossing guards provide an important service to our students, helping them navigate the streets around our schools safely each day. Click
HERE for application.
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DISCOVER Livingston Public Schools
2019-2020 School Year / No. 5
Michelle Bent
Communications and
Community Outreach Coordinator
Livingston Public Schools
(973) 535-8000 ext. 8036
STAY CONNECTED
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DISCOVER is the e-newsletter from Livingston Public Schools with stories about students, teachers, and programs, and news about recent accomplishments and awards.
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