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Feature Photo: "Socially Distanced Send Off!"
At the end of last week, 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 LHS Alma Mater and presented each soon-to-be graduate with a token of appreciation for their dedication to the LHS music program! Check out more photos HERE !
New This Week
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Find information on the following news, and more, in this week's DISCOVER.
  • Board Meeting Tonight!
  • Social Justice Resources
  • Town-Wide Clap Out
  • VIDEO: A Special Delivery
  • District Art Show
  • Writing Award
  • VIDEO: Jazz Band Dinner Dance
Board Matters
June 15, 2020 Board of Education Meeting Information
The Board of Education will meet on Monday, June 15, 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.
District Matters
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.
Summer Academy 2020
Check out what Livingston Public Schools' Summer Academy has to offer! Five options exist for students looking for an additional academic challenge this summer: Remedial Courses, Summer Bridge Courses, Enrichment Courses,  Science Courses and new this summer, the online Personal Financial Literacy Course.

  • Summer Academy Registration Deadline - June 17, 2020
Superintendent Matters

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The Arts Matter
Virtual District Art Show
Take a moment to enjoy the 2019-2020 Virtual District Art Show featuring ceramics & sculpture, digital imaging, drawing, painting and photography ... all created by our talented elementary, middle, and high school students!
LHS Jazz Band Dinner Dance
Watch highlights from the LHS Jazz Band Dinner Dance that was held before school buildings were closed in March. The video was put together by Jazz Band Director Jim Hegedus with videos and photos provided by LHS Band Booster parents. 
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Joyce He Wins NCTE Award
LHS junior Joye He recently earned a Certificate of Superior Writing in the 2020 National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) Achievement Awards in Writing Competition for her piece, "Why I Write."   This year, schools nominated 370 juniors, and of that number, 137 received Certificates of Superior Writing. Congratulations to Joyce!
Lancers Matters
SHARE IT OUT! 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!

"This will be our opportunity to unite together as one to cheer our seniors on to promising futures as caps are tossed in the air all across Livingston," said LHS principal Mark Stern.  "Please plan to come out of your homes, 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."
A Special Delivery
The Class of 2020 received a special delivery on June 1, kicking off their official celebration month! 🎓 In case you missed it on social media, check it out by clicking the link below! Thanks again to our police officers, firefighters, township officials and Board of Ed members who volunteered their time to support our seniors!!
Students Matter
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!
Find Important Information
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
FREE Online Resources & More!
The Livingston Public Library is closed until further notice, but offers MANY FREE ONLINE resources! Read more HERE !
Support Neighbors in Need
Livingston Public Schools is partnering with Livingston Neighbors Helping Neighbors (LNHN) during this challenging time. Please consider making a donation to LNHN, an organization that directly supports the Livingston community.
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