Bayview Elementary Students Take
Instructional Trip to No Limits Cafe
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On November 17, Bayview Elementary School students from Mrs. Laguardia, Mrs. Jennings and Ms. Rotendella’s classes participated in a community based instruction trip to The No Limits Cafe in Middletown.
As well as participating in a dance party and enjoying delicious food, students
spent the afternoon assisting No Limits Cafe staff members with some of their daily responsibilities.
The students who attended are also members of The Heroes Cafe, a Bayview Elementary-based organization that raises funds for the No Limits Cafe by filling drink and snack orders for staff, and collecting donations in return.
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As Thanksgiving approaches, The Heroes Cafe sought and opportunity to assist No Limits Cafe staff with serving individuals living with food insecurities. Bayview students collaborated to create magnets and ornaments for restaurant staff to distribute to anyone who makes a donation to their incredible cause.
"I would like to thank Mrs. Laguardia, Mrs. Jennings and Ms. Rotendella for providing this exceptional opportunity for our students. The Heroes Cafe provides a wealth of opportunities for students to grow academically, and develop workplace skills and social skills, as well as build relationships within the school community," said Superintendent Mrs. Mary Ellen Walker. "I appreciate their efforts to offer an extension to that learning experience by organizing and carrying out the trip to No Limits Cafe where students were able to work, play, and contribute to efforts to support those in need in our community."
"And most importantly, thank you to our students who supported the efforts of No Limits Cafe to provide food for our community members with food insecurities! You have demonstrated your kindness and willingness to help others, and are great role models for all of us!" added Mrs. Walker.
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The traditional Thanksgiving football game is scheduled to kickoff on Nov. 25 at 10:35 a.m. at High School North.
The ticket booth will open on game day at 9 a.m.
- Adults - $4
- Students - $2
- Senior Citizens - Free Admission
Pre-game introductions for players, band members, cheerleaders and dance team members will begin at 9:40 a.m., followed by the High School South Cheerleaders' routine and Band performance, and the performance of the National Anthem by the High School North Marching Band.
The High School North Cheerleaders' routine, Marching Band performance and Dance Team routine will take place during halftime along with the presentation of the Fette Award.
Following the game, the Middletown Cup and Trezza Awards will be presented.
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MTPS Educators Go "Beneath the Floorboards" at Marlpit Hall
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Earlier this week, Middletown Township Public School secondary social studies teachers attended a professional development session at Marlpit Hall on Kings Highway in Middletown.
While in attendance, our educators observed the historical home's latest exhibit Beneath the Floorboards: Whispers of the Enslaved.
The exhibit is the inaugural display developed from the Monmouth County Historical Society's Living and Breathing Initiative, which launched in 2019 as an effort to reinterpret the various colonial-era historic homes throughout the county to communicate the stories of the enslaved African Americans who once resided at these locations.
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This initial exhibition, and those that are scheduled to follow, concentrate on offering observers a deeper understanding about how early communities in Monmouth County were not immune to the roots of slavery, as well as a comprehensive depiction of the daily life and relationships between the enslaved.
The exhibit is now open to the public Fridays through Sundays from Noon to 5 p.m. For additional information about the exhibit please visit the official webpage of Marlpit Hall.
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River Plaza Participates in Traditional Color Run |
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County Sheriff Visits High School South GLP3 Classes |
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Earlier this week, Monmouth County Sheriff Shaun Golden visited students enrolled in Government Law and Public Policy Pathway courses to discuss his role as the 76th sheriff in county history, including his supervision of four county divisions: Law Enforcement, Communications, Special Operations and Corrections, as well as the administration of the Monmouth County Police Academy and the Office of Emergency Management.
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MTPS Thanks Community Heroes on Veterans Day |
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Students throughout the Middletown Township School District honored our community’s heroes on Thursday with on-campus ceremonies, flag-raising events and topical lessons inside their classrooms in recognition of Veterans Day.
“Veterans Day gives us the opportunity to thank living veterans for their sacrifices…We can never fully repay our debt of gratitude to the 650,000 American services members who have died in battle, or the 1.4 million who have been wounded, but we can, however, thank the 25 million veterans still with us today,” Bayview Elementary Principal Tara Raspanti said during a student-led ceremony near the school’s courtyard.
Formerly known as Armistice Day, a holiday marking the conclusion of major hostility during World War I on Nov. 11, 1918 (the 11th hour of the 11th day of 11th month), Veterans Day serves as an observation of the incredible sacrifices made by service members of the United States Armed Forces to protect our freedoms and preserve our way of life.
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“Some of these valiant men and women serve at home and abroad. No matter the location, the impact of their efforts has caused ripple effects that guarantee our freedoms. We wholeheartedly honor them for their sacrifices, which have perpetuated the vital force we know as the United States of America,” said Thorne Middle School Principal Shannon Smith in an address to her student body and staff.
Each of our 16 schools may have observed Veterans Day in a unique manner, but with a singular message of gratitude, love and support for the veterans residing in our Middletown community.
Review the the links below to see how our students and staff recognized Veterans Day.
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Student-Athletes Make College Commitments |
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Congratulations to the following student-athletes at High School North and South on signing National Letters of Intent to continue their academic and athletic careers at NCAA level.
- Benjamin Cacoilo, High School South - Baseball - Drew University
- Meghan Carragher, High School South - Soccer - Fairfield University
- Riley Coneeny, High School South - Softball - Ursinus College
- Gillian Deans, High School South - Softball - Fairfield University
- Colin Dowlen, High School North - Baseball - Seton Hall University
- Marcella Figueroa, High School South - Swimming - Bryant University
- Kenan Hot, High School South - Soccer - Duke University
- Carlee Iannone, High School South - Softball - West Virginia Wesleyan College
- Mickennah Lanza, High School North - Acrobatics & Tumbling - Caldwell University
- Andrew Lombardi, High School North - Baseball - Millersville University
- Caroline Mascone, High School North - Soccer - University of Albany
- Isabella Orlando, High School South - Basketball - Montclair State University
- Aidan Sheehan, High School North - Baseball - Rutgers University
- Joseph Stanzione, High School South - Baseball - Gardner-Webb University
- Michael Weinbel, High School North - Baseball - Rutgers University
- Evan Wood, High School South - Baseball - Alvernia University
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Lion Cub Preschool Program Accepting Students |
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The High School North Child Development Preschool Program is accepting students to both its AM and PM sessions for the current school year. Enrolled children must be three-years old, a Middletown Township resident and toilet trained. For additional information, please visit the Middletown High School North Lion Cubs Preschool Program website.
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Girls Scouts of the Jersey Shore Preparing for the Holiday Season |
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