As we turn the calendar to 2025, we’ve hit the ground running and are approaching the halfway point of our school year, which is hard to believe. We remain committed to achieving our district goals and maximizing each student’s learning experience in their ongoing quest for excellence. Our teachers and staff are continuing their own professional development, growing as lifelong learners, and strengthening their skills to support our students. We are grateful for the many dedicated educators we have in the district and appreciate all their efforts.

With the support of the Board of Education, we’re also actively evaluating district operations to identify areas for improvement, as well as updating and revamping procedures so that we remain both efficient and effective, putting us in the best position to meet the needs of today's students. We​ appreciate your continued partnership and investment in your children's educational experiences.

On another note, I wish a Happy Lunar New Year to all who celebrate as we welcome the Year of the Snake. May this new year bring wisdom, growth, and success to our Hanover Township Public Schools community!

Students had an opportunity to create presentations and

share how they celebrate the holiday season.

Grade 2 students in Mrs. Cobane's class were busy working on their math boards learning about coins, thanks to the professional development sessions with Dr. Milou.

Congratulations to Grade 4 student, Robert, for setting a new world record for the

Largest Shadow Projection!

The Mountview Road School Community kicked off the new calendar year with its annual Welcome Back Assembly. Students from Grades 1-5 were enlisted to share ideas about what a great rest of the school year looks and sounds like. They did a great job!

Whippany Park High School Students visited Mountview's 5th Grade in late December as part of the Junior Achievement Program, a global non-profit organization designed to teach students about financial literacy, work-readiness and entrepreneurship. Pictured are former MTV students, now in high school, teaching our current Grade 5 students.

4th Graders sharpened their STEM skills through a homeroom-based, hands-on project aimed to spark creativity and introduce basic concepts of circuits and electricity in a fun and practical way. Students were challenged to design and create a miniature room using a shoebox. They learned to incorporate circuits, lightbulbs, and switches to light up their creations, simulating real-world electrical systems.

We are happy to partner with the Hanover Township Police Department to educate our 5th Grade students, district-wide, about drug, bullying and violence awareness through the L.E.A.D. (Law Enforcement Against Drugs) Too Good program. Pictured is Detective Edward Zakrzewski, one of the instructors, with Mrs. Brennan's 5th Graders.

Author and Cartoonist, Mike Dawson, visited on January 24, thanks to the generosity of the MTV PTA and their Cultural Arts Program! The presenter combined an educational, multimedia presentation with live-drawing and cartooning demonstrations, illustrating how cartooning is about using pictures to tell stories. The students were engaged and entertained and left with some good take-aways to strengthen their own creative processes.

So thankful for our wonderful Winter Concerts. Kudos to all of our students, Mrs. White, and Mr. Pomel for setting the tone for the Holiday Season!

Mr. Pomel and Mr. Cashen on their annual "Strolling Piano Caroling". Joining them was Mr. Nakonechy. Together, they brought joy and happiness as they visited each hallway welcoming students and staff to sing along. So special!

Grade 5 students during their field trip to the Liberty Science Center. Students enjoyed the opportunity to be together and learn new things as they toured the campus.

Grade 5 students worked on robot cars while Grade 4 students worked with microbits. We were all excited about this hands-on experience and appreciate Barclay’s community involvement and partnership through employee volunteerism.

The 4th Grade and 2nd Grade classes joined together to learn about Martin Luther King Jr.’s famous "I Have a Dream" speech. 4th Grade students read aloud the speech as second graders listened to his powerful words. They discussed his dream, and also thought about their own hopes for the world as each student had the chance to share their very own dream. These dreams are posted in the front lobby of Salem Drive School for all to see.

Superintendent, Mr. Toomey, visited PACT Classes for a special presentation during the Brain Unit. Ms. Tracy and the students have been busy studying the brain and all of it's functions. Mr. Toomey shared a personal experience he had with a pituitary tumor and how it impacted him.

The district's reorganization meeting took place on Tuesday, January 7 and this year's newly elected and reelected members were sworn in. We thank the Board of Education for their dedication and service to the Hanover Township Public Schools! (Not pictured: Mr. Skiff)

Tuesday, January 28

BOE Meeting @ 7pm

Wednesday, January 29

Lunar New Year

Friday, January 31

Marking Period 2 Ends

Friday, February 14

Valentine's Day

Early Dismissal (Elementary Schools @ 12:45pm & MJS @ 12:15pm)

Staff PD Session

Monday, February 17

Schools & District Offices Closed - Presidents' Day

Tuesday, February 25

BOE Meeting @ 7pm

Thursday, February 27

Parent Academy - Internet Safety @ 6:30pm

MJS Auditorium

We are excited to host a session on Internet Safety in the MJS Auditorium. On Wednesday, February 26, students in Grades 5-8 will have an opportunity to attend the student presentation. The parent session will follow on Thursday, February 27. Thanks to the Hanover Township Mayors Wellness Committee for sponsoring this important program!

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Check out this video for a sneak peak!