LPS Spotlight
News for the Livingston Public Schools Community
REGISTER NOW FOR THE WELCOME TO LIVINGSTON EVENT
Have you moved to Livingston within the past year? Come find out what your new community offers! Organized by the Livingston Health Department, this year's Welcome to Livingston event will feature refreshments, giveaways and include representatives of various township departments and organizations, including LPS! Join us on Monday, September 16, 2024 from 5:30-7PM at the Senior/Community Center, 204 Hillside Avenue! RSVP is required. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TRANSLATED FLYERS!
Livingston Public Schools strives to respond to concerns and/or questions as quickly and effectively as possible. In a school system, as in any organization, the “chain of command” refers to communication levels of authority in the school district. The philosophy behind the chart in the link below is to refer community members to those people in the organization who can best solve any concerns or questions that may arise, and then direct them to the appropriate people if issues are not able to be effectively addressed at the first level.
LPS takes school security very seriously and follows all of the safety protocols that are practiced regularly with the Livingston Police Department. These protocol include school lockdowns, which are designed to secure schools and protect students during emergency situations. Parents have a part to play in school lockdown safety as well! Watch the video or read the document below to learn how parents can contribute to school safety during lockdown situations.
Pomptonian Food Service is ready for the 2024-2025 school year! CLICK HERE for information on:
- Nutritionally Analyzed Interactive Menus
- Pre-Payment Options
- Nutrition Awareness
- Pomptonian's Award-Winning Farm Stand
- Allergy-Safe Meals
- Popular Promotions
- Contact Information
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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.
988 SUICIDE & CRISIS LIFELINE
The FCC recently approved a new 3-digit dialing code, 988, for mental health crisis and suicide prevention.
The 988 line operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for calls, texts, and chat. Learn more about the new nationwide 3-digit dialing code for crisis and suicide prevention.
MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT
LPS 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. This is a FREE and CONFIDENTIAL service provided by LPS. Learn more about Care Solace.
Angelina Rodriguez, LPS K-6 Mathematics Supervisor, and Laura Dugan, LPS Elementary Math Interventionist, will be presenting at the Association of Mathematics Teachers of New Jersey's Fall PreK-5 Conference! The conference will be held this October at Brookdale Community College in Lincroft, NJ. They have two presentations lined up:
- The Approach, The Tools, The Depth:
The Instructional Pathway of CPA through Subtraction - The Approach, The Tools, The Depth:
The Instructional Pathway of CPA through Multiplication
"Their participation in this prestigious event is not only a remarkable personal achievement, but also a testament to the strength of our district’s math program," said Jennifer Loniewski, LPS Director of Elementary Curriculum, Instruction & Professional Development
Interested and qualified applicants are invited to apply via our online application. Our administrative staff will be reviewing resumes and contacting those individuals who they feel will best meet the needs of the positions we have available at this time. Some screening will be conducted over the phone, and some interviews will be in person and others will take place online using online platforms.
Since we have many positions available, we are not able to return phone calls regarding open positions or status of applications.
RESILIENCY PRESENTATION
The LPS School Counseling Department recommends the community webinar, "Top of the Class Resilience," which will be held on September 13, 2024 at 6 pm. The program will feature Pooja Mehta, MPH, who will teach tools to help promote student resiliency and academic success. CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE WEBINAR.
KINDERGARTEN/6TH LIBRARY CARD DRIVE
September is Library Card Sign-up Month! To celebrate, the Livingston Public Library is holding a library card sign-up drive for all Kindergarten and 6th graders through September 15th!
A Livingston Library Card is a vital tool in supporting your student's educational journey. It opens the door to exploring an extensive collection of books, Wonderbooks, and video games—and that’s only the beginning! Other benefits include digital content such as ebooks and audiobooks. A Livingston Library Card also grants access to Tutor.com, an online learning service with live tutors offered at no cost to you.
If you’re unsure about the card's status, please complete the form, and we will take care of the rest. We are waiving any existing Livingston fines or fees, so your child will start with a clean slate.
Completed cards will be distributed to your students through your school in early October. At the Livingston Library, we believe all library card holders are winners. However, as an added incentive, we will choose three cardholders from each grade level to receive a prize! If you have questions about a library card for yourself or other members of your household please contact the Library Directly at 973-992-4700.
The Livingston Public Library has something for everyone! Learn more about the library HERE.
LACD Arts & CRAFTS
The Livingston Advisory Committee for Disabilities (LACD) will restart its Arts and Crafts Program for children and adults with special needs on Monday, October 7, 2024. This free program will be held at Monmouth Court, 26 Monmouth Court, Livingston, NJ. We ask that you enter/exit through the side door of the building. This activity will run from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm monthly on the following dates: October 7, November 11, December 2, January 6, February 3, March 10, April 7, and May 5. Both adult and student volunteers will be present to supervise the activities at each meeting. Kindly RSVP by September 27, 2024 by visiting https://tinyurl.com/LACDarts24-25 or by emailing Parul Khemka at lacdlivingstonnj@gmail.com. To find out if a date has been canceled due to inclement weather, you can call Bob Gebroe at 973-970-4441. For more information, please call 973-970-4441 or email gretto12@aol.com. You may visit us online at www.facebook.com/lacdnj or www.livingstonnj.org/LACD.
LACD SPORTS
The Livingston Advisory Committee for Disabilities (LACD) will restart its Wednesday after school sports program for children with special needs on Wednesday, October 16th, 2024. The program will run every Wednesday with the exception of 11/27/24, 12/25/24, 1/1/25, 1/29/25, and 4/16/25. It will take place at Monmouth Court Community Center, 26 Monmouth Court, Livingston, NJ 07039 from 3:30 to 4:30. We will be playing such fun sports as wiffle ball, kickball, soccer, floor hockey, bowling, and volley ball (with a beach ball). The program is free of charge and no pre-registration is required Siblings and parents of special needs children are welcome to participate as well. To find out if a date has been canceled due to inclement weather, you can call Bob Gebroe at 973-970-4441. For more information, please call 973-970-4441 or email gretto12@aol.com. You may visit us online at www.facebook.com/lacdnj or www.livingstonnj.org/LACD.
The Livingston Advisory Committee for Disabilities (LACD) will sponsor program by Laurie Hauptman, Esq. of the law firm Hauptman and Hauptman, PC on Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 6:30 pm at the Livingston Senior/Community Center, 204 Hillside Ave. in Livingston, NJ in Room T3. Hauptman and Hauptman, PC is a law firm devoted solely to estate, elder, and disability law. Information about Laurie Hauptman is available at www.HauptmanLaw.com. Financial and legal planning for loved ones with special needs will be discussed at this meeting. Information such as what to do when a child with special needs turns 18 will be shared with the audience. Additional topics will include guardianships, conservatorships, and special needs trusts used in protecting a child with special needs. Kindly RSVP by October 5, 2024 by visiting https://tinyurl.com/LACDSpeaker . For more information about this event, email lacdlivingstonnj@gmail.com. You may visit LACD online at www.facebook.com/lacdnj or www.livingstonnj.org/LACD.
SHINING STARS ADAPTIVE SPORTS & RECREATION
The Township of Livingston's Shining Stars Adaptive Sports & Recreation program is offering two programs this fall:
- Saturday morning sports classes will be offered for ages 4+ at Monmouth Court Community Center.
- After School Recreation Activities will be offered for children ages 4+ located at the Senior Community Center.
An I.E.P/504 is required for sports leagues and programs. These programs are open to non-residents.
For more information, please email Jennifer Quirk, Adaptive Recreation Supervisor or call 973-535-7925, ext. 7209.
LYCS LEADERS REGISTRATION IS OPEN
Livingston Youth and Community Services (LYCS) leaders is a community based, after-school program that teaches leadership, healthy life choices, and life skills to children in grades 1 to 12 in the Livingston Public Schools district.
LYCS Leaders registration is open for the 2024-2025 school year. Sessions run once a month from September to May (8 sessions in total). For students in grades 1-5, the program is held at elementary schools from 2:40-3:40 pm. The dates will be determined by each school. For students in grade 6-12, the program is held in the evening at the senior/community center. The time of this program is to be determined.
The registration fee is $85. Register through Community Pass at www.Livingstonnj.org. Email lycs@livingstonnj.org for more information.
WATCH LTV... IT'S ALL ABOUT LIVINGSTON!
LTV, Livingston, NJ's community access television channel, can be found on cable television via Comcast (Channel 34) and Verizon (Channels 26 and 28). Additionally, LTV can now be found online at www.LivingstonTV.org, which provides a live stream of the cable channel plus numerous shows available to watch ON-DEMAND! LTV is operated by the Livingston Public Broadcasting Committee, a group of volunteers (adults and high school students) who recognize all the good that Livingston has to offer; have an interest in television programming, production, operations and marketing; and give their time toward promoting local information, entertainment, and education to all members of the Livingston community!
