DISCOVER
Livingston Public Schools
Empowering all to learn, create, contribute and grow.
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Featured Photo: "Sweet Science"
Fifth graders at
Hillside Elementary School
learned that science can be sweet! They constructed atoms out of wooden skewers and marshmallows! Shown Aaron Sheng and Lea Kim present their model of beryllium.
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Don't stop scrolling!
Find information on the following news, and more, in this week's DISCOVER.
- Have Coffee with the Superintendent This Thursday!
- Board of Education Meeting Tonight at Heritage Middle School
- Veterans Recognized
- Happy Birthday Harrison!
- HMS to Present "A Stitch in Time"
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Bring Your Coffee...
And Your Questions!
November 21, 2019
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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, April 23, 12:00 p.m. Central Office Conference Room
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At last week's Board of Education meeting,the Board and LPS Administration recognized staff who served in the military including Amro Mohammed,
Livingston High School's Dean of Students; Marie Battista-Rock, LHS Business teacher; and Mike Munley, LHS Health & PE teacher. Thank you for your service, and for supporting and educating LPS students everyday!
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Kindergartners in Melissa Rosario’s class at Riker Hill made mobiles as part of an art appreciation lesson. Shown are Ezra Schecter, Mia Feldman, Chloe Lee, and Ethan Kessel.
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Fourth graders in Lauren Chin’s class at Burnet Hill spent time working together on an engineering challenge using Keva Planks, small wooden building blocks. Shown with their creation are Marco Bottiglierie, Mia Lin, Hannah Zocks, and Frederick Glaser.
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Third graders from Mt. Pleasant Elementary School had a blast on their field trip to the Stirling Hill Mining Museum. They traversed underground into the what was the last actual working mine in NJ until it closed in 1986. Students dug for different types of rocks and minerals and learned about the work life of a miner. Shown are Ayush Chaudhuri, Michael Skolnick and Jack Gold.
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Third graders June Lee and Aobin Wang work on their Chromebooks in the media center at Collins School.
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Harrison Elementary School celebrated nine decades of learning during a special birthday extravaganza held at the school last week. Hundreds of students and their family members attended the evening event which included a special program for parents, activities for the children, and cake for all!
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Challenge Day at HMS and LHS
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There was no lack of energy during
Challenge Day programs held last week at
Livingston High School and
Heritage Middle School! The program is designed to "inspire peace, create hope and challenge everyone to find their affinity for all people" through experiential learning processes… and sharing… and games... and some awesome dancing! At each school, workshop leaders Kevin and Pam led a group of students and staff members on an all day journey of personal and interpersonal growth, challenging them to get to know people for who they are, and to "Be the Change" they wish to see in their lives and in the world.
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HMS to Present
"A Wrinkle in Time"
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Heritage Middle School will present “A Wrinkle in Time” on Friday, November 22, at 7 p.m. and Saturday, November 23, at 3:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. Shown in rehearsal are Andrea Zhang (Meg), Ethan Rivera (Charles Wallace), and Cat Powers (Calvin). Tickets are $5 and may be purchased at the door. The show is directed by HMS teachers Maureen Biss and Kim Egipciaco.
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Come out and Support
the Lancers!
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Student Services Fall Newsletter
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The mission of the Department of Student Services is to identify students who meet the federal and state guidelines as a student with a disability. The department is focused and committed to providing a program to meet the diverse academic, social, and emotional needs of our students.
Read about "Social Emotional Learning in Our Schools," as well as upcoming parent programs in the department's Fall Newsletter!
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Parent Development Programs
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Livingston Public Schools offers a variety of parent development programs throughout the school year. Click the link below for a list of programs that will be offered for the 2019-2020 school year.
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Judith Persichilli, NJ's Acting Commissioner of Health and chair of the Governor's Electronic Smoking Device Task Force has shared important resources from a new campaign that aims to raise awareness about the dangers of electronic smoking devices/vaping.
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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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Follow, Like, and Please Share!
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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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Livingston's Committee for Diversity and Inclusion, Vision 20/20 Committee and Livingston Clergy Association invites the community to Religions of the World, an event to celebrate Livingston's diversity! The festivities will be held on Thursday, November 21, 7-9 p.m. at the Senior/Community Center.
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Livingston Public Library
Offers Something for Everyone!
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Shining Stars offers "funtastic programs for exceptional individuals." Learn more HERE!
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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. 14
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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