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BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING: May 15, 2023 (7PM)

*TONIGHT'S MEETING WILL BE HELD IN THE LHS AUDITORIUM

The Livingston Board of Education will hold a public meeting at 7PM tonight, Monday, May 15, 2023 in the Livingston High School auditorium. The agenda includes the Governor's Educator of the Year Ceremony.

Tonight's meeting will be held in a hybrid format during which participants will have the ability to ask questions and make comments either in person or via the webinar. Register for the webinar using the link below. The meeting will also be livestreamed on the district's Facebook page, @LivSchools.

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SCHOOL BOARD CANDIDATE KIT

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 a three year term. 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 31, 2023. The election is scheduled for Tuesday, November 7, 2023.

LPS EQUITY AUDIT

LPS has hired an experienced, independent, third-party consulting firm that specializes in equity work, to conduct a full equity audit of the district. Over the course of the full audit period beginning May 16, 2023 and spanning four to six months, the auditors will engage in focus group discussions with members of the LPS community including staff, students, and parents. Our Equity Auditors will begin visiting our schools tomorrow.

SAFETY FORUM/GRIEF PROGRAM

Livingston Public Schools (LPS) and the Livingston Police Department (LPD) will hold a public Safety Forum on Tuesday, May 30, at 6:30PM in the Heritage Middle School auditorium. Representatives of the LPD and LPS will discuss safety issues for the first half of the program. The second part of the program will include a guest speaker from Grief Speaks, who will talk about helping children cope with violence on the news as well as the fear brought about by lockdown drills and other precautionary safety measures in schools. No registration is necessary.

SUPERINTENDENT PARENT FORUM

Livingston Public Schools will host a Superintendent Parent Forum on Thursday, June 8, from 4:30pm – 6:30pm in the Heritage Middle School Media Center. All LPS parents are welcome to attend this informal event to share their thoughts and/or ask questions of LPS Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Matthew J. Block. No registration is necessary.

2023-2024 PRIDE PRESCHOOL PROGRAM

FULL DAY NOW OFFERED!

Livingston Public Schools is proud to share that our P.R.I.D.E. (Pre-School Readiness Individual Developmental Education) Program will now be a full day program with spots available for non-disabled preschool students. In this program, students will be provided with a language rich, research-based curriculum. They will spend their days with New Jersey certified teachers, and with their disabled and non-disabled peers, to achieve the expectations of the school district’s well-designed curriculum based on New Jersey's Student Learning Standards for preschool. The students gather daily to develop social language, work as partners and in groups, and explore, play, create, share, and learn.

Scheduling details of the program will be shared with families who apply for consideration. Currently, the cost for students selected by lottery is $7,200 for the full school year. The program will follow the school district’s calendar.

LEARN MORE ABOUT OR REGISTER FOR THE PRIDE PRESCHOOL PROGRAM

LHS SCIENCE RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM

The LPS community is invited to support young scientists by attending the district's 18th annual Science Research Symposium on Wednesday, May 24, 2023, starting at 6:30 pm in the LHS auditorium. The symposium is a showcase of the amazing work sophomore, junior, and senior students have done in pursuing their own interests in science and research.

SUBSCRIPTION BUSING

IT'S TIME TO SECURE YOUR SUBSCRIPTION BUSING SEAT!

The district provides free transportation for in-district students who live more than 2 miles from school in grades K-8; and more than 2.5 miles from the high school. Subscription busing is available for students who are not eligible for free busing. If you are unsure if you qualify for free transportation, please call the Transportation Department at 973-535-8000, x8013, BEFORE filling out the form.

VIEW THE 2023-2024 SUBSCRIPTION BUSING FORM.

CARE SOLACE

OFFERS MENTAL HEALTH & SUBSTANCE USE SUPPORT

Livingston Public Schools believes that your mental health and well-being is a vital part to your success at our school. With this in mind, we have partnered with Care Solace to provide an extra layer of support to our entire community.

Livingston Public Schools students, staff members, and their families can use Care Solace to quickly find verified mental health, behavioral health, and substance use treatment options matched to their needs, regardless of circumstances. Care Solace’s team is available 24/7/365 and can support you in any language.

If you would like to use Care Solace to help you find a provider:

Call 888-515-0595 (available 24/7/365)
Visit www.caresolace.com/livingston and either search on your own OR click “Book Appointment” for assistance by video chat, email, or phone.

This is a FREE and CONFIDENTIAL service provided by LPS. Learn more about Care Solace.

STAY CONNECTED WITH LPS!

LPS is committed to building strong relationships with students, families, and the community, and as such, we strive to provide accurate and timely information to our stakeholders.

Communication tools for parents include the Blackboard Mass Notification System, the LPS website (www.livingston.org), LPS Spotlight (our district newsletter), Facebook & Twitter (@LivSchools), Around the Block (the Superintendent's TV program), and various promotional videos that highlight our students and staff. Explore our communications tools here!

LHS CLUB TO HOST MD PANEL

Livingston High School's HOSA (Future Health Professionals) Club will host a "Panel Discussion With MDs" on Wednesday, May 17, 2023 at 5PM in the LHS Auditorium. Presented by the Community Health & Outreach Department of Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center, the program will include doctors from four different disciplines. This event is free and all are welcome to attend.

CHESS FAIR AT LHS

The Livingston High School Chess Team will host a Community Chess Fair on Saturday, June 10, 2023 from 11am-3pm in the LHS Cafeteria. Participants will have an opportunity to play against members of the LHS Chess Team, learn to play chess, solve chess puzzles and more! Register in advance for a discounted admission rate!

For more information, email Mr. Peklo at wpeklo@livingston.org.

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