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Feature Photo: "Celebrate Good Times!"
Starting this morning, LHS seniors were welcomed back to their home turf as part of "My Graduation Moment," a socially distanced, meaningful version of this important milestone in their lives. Look for more photos in next week's Discover. In the meantime, celebrate the Class of 2020! Good times are ahead!
New This Week
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Find information on the following news, and more, in this week's DISCOVER.
  • Board of Education Meeting Tonight
  • "My Graduation Moment" Begins
  • Summer Reading Lists
  • Governor's Awards in Arts Education
  • VIDEO: Band Members Say Goodbye
  • VIDEO: LEA Honors Retiree
Board Matters
June 22, 2020 Board of Education Meeting Information
The Board of Education will meet on Monday, June 22, at 7 p.m. Due to the current health crisis, we will continue to hold Board of Education meetings virtually until further notice. Meetings will be held in a webinar format during which participants will have the ability to ask questions and make comments. Registration is required. Click the link below to register for the meeting. Meetings will be livestreamed on Facebook @LivSchools.

Members of the public who are not able to participate in the webinar may email questions/comments, with their NAME and ADDRESS to mbent@livingston.org before or during the meeting. The questions/comments that are emailed in will be read to the Board during the Public Comment portion of the meeting. Please note that the Board will not be communicating through the livestream comments on Facebook.
Nominating Petitions Available
Local school board membership is a challenging and rewarding way to serve your community and its schoolchildren. Now is the time to consider school board candidacy for the Livingston Board of Education. In November, voters will elect one candidate to serve for three years.

A candidate must file a nominating petition with the county clerk for his or her name to appear on the ballot during the annual school election. The deadline to submit the petition is 4 p.m. on Monday, July 27, 2020. The election is scheduled for Tuesday, November 3, 2020.

Prospective school board candidates can download candidate information from the New Jersey School Boards Association’s website. The School Board Candidate Kit includes information about nominating petitions, legal qualifications for school board candidacy, and the role of the school board member. Information about the New Jersey School Ethics Act and important dates in the school election process are also included.
Superintendent Matters
The Arts Matter
Governor's Awards
Congratulations to Ian Hurrel and Joyce He for being recipients of 2020 New Jersey Governor’s Award in Arts Education. Ian, a guitarist in the Lancer Jazz Band, was selected by the NJAJE All-State Jazz Committee. Joyce was nominated by the New Jersey Council Teachers of English. She won first place win in the NJCTE essay contest. Both will be honored at an awards ceremony this Friday, June 26.
LHS Band Goodbyes!
Livingston High School band directors Mike Jedwabnik, Erik Donough, and Jim Hegedus made surprise visits to the homes of senior band members to honor them with a special musical tribute. In addition to wishing them well, the teachers played the Alma Mater and presented each soon-to-be graduate with a token of appreciation for their dedication to the LHS music program! Check out this video of the special moments from their endeavor!
Lancers Matters
WE NEED YOU: Town-Wide Clap Out for Class of 2020
Livingston High School's Virtual Graduation ceremony is scheduled for Thursday, June 25. To culminate the celebration, at 7:30 p.m., in partnership with the town, we are calling on the entire Livingston community to “Step Out and Make Noise” for a town-wide Class of 2020 Clap Out! It's easy. All you have to do is step outside your house on June 25 at 7:30 p.m. and MAKE A LOT OF NOISE... bang pots and pans, blow horns, blast music, and clap your hands for the members of the Class of 2020 as they reach this important milestone of high school graduation!
My Graduation Moment
This morning marked the start of the three day "My Graduation Moment" experience for the Livingston High School Class of 2020! Students names were announced as they picked up their diplomas and yearbooks, and took advantage of a memorable photo op... all while social distancing! Go Lancers!

Look for more photos from the event in next week's Discover newsletter!
Staff Matters
A Fond Farewell
The Livingston Education Association created a video to honor this year's retirees. ,,,,
District Matters
What Are You Reading?
At Livingston Public Schools we have made literacy a priority at all grade levels. We need your help insuring that "our" children continue to read throughout the summer. Share the love of reading this Summer 2020! Click the link to view more information and Summer Reading Lists!
Social Justice Resources
Visit Livingston Public Schools' "Social Justice Resources" page to read an important message from Superintendent Dr. Matthew J. Block and view resources and tools to help families navigate conversations at home about social justice, democratic protest, racism and dealing with trauma in response to current events.
Resources for Well-Being
What is Social Emotional Learning? What are some ideas for mindfulness activities? How can we keep up with our health and wellness?

Find the answers to these questions and more on the "Social/Emotional Support for Families" page has been set up on the district website to house information about social and emotional support, as well as resources in order to help reduce stress and keep mentally healthy during times of crisis.
Parent Matters
What's On Your Mind?
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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Parent Academy
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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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.
Community Matters
No-Contact Pick Up Begins!
The Livingston Public Library is excited to announce that contactless pickup of library materials begins this week! Read more in the blog link below.
DISCOVER is the e-newsletter from Livingston Public Schools with stories about students, teachers, and programs, and news about recent accomplishments and awards.