The Weekly Update #4

The next Board of Education Meeting will be this evening, Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. Board meetings will continue to be streamed live and can be accessed on the website prior to the start of the meeting at www.sbschools.org.

We welcome and invite anyone who would like to make a public comment at any of our Board of Education meetings to please attend the in-person meeting. Although not required, the Board requests that residents who are interested in speaking at a Board meeting register with the Board Secretary's office prior to the meeting by calling (732) 297-7800, extension 3110 or by emailing marcia.garitano@sbschools.org. Residents will be heard during the portion of the meeting designated for public comment.

Save the dates: February 20th, March 18th, and April 2nd

Parents/Guardians and district staff are invited to join us for a three part series, The Anxious Generation, centered around the #1 New York Times bestseller, by Jonathan Haidt. In this series, with the help of guest experts, we will dive into the role smartphones and social media have played in the collapse of children's mental health and what the adults in their lives can do to make a much needed change. The sessions will be held from 6:30PM-8PM at Crossroads North Middle School. Click Here for more information and to register for Session I. Childcare is available. Any questions can be forwarded to Blair.Eiseman@sbschools.org.

The South Brunswick School District's 2025- 2026 preschool interest form is now open.

Students currently enrolled in our 2024-2025 preschool program do not need to complete this form. New, interested families should Click Here to complete the interest form.

Completing this interest form does not guarantee your child a spot in the program, but allows you to note your interest. Submitting multiple entries for the same student will not increase your chances of being chosen.

The interest form will close Friday, February 21, 2025. Entries will not be accepted after this date. The lottery will be held the week of February 24, 2025.

South Brunswick Reads Night: Reading is a Gift - Monday, February 24, 2025 @ 6:30pm at SBHS

Last chance to sign up....We hope all district families will join us for our second annual SB Reads Night on Monday, February 24 at 6:30 at South Brunswick High School. In partnership with the South Brunswick Public Library, district librarians and teachers will host an evening of stories that prove reading is a gift. Activities will include read alouds with mystery readers, a book drive (all pre-k to 12 books will be accepted), readings from local authors, an AI storytime, book-themed crafts, along with free cookies and cocoa. We hope you will join us for an evening that celebrates the gift of reading.

Please note, in partnership with the SBHS Chick-fil-A Leaders Academy students, during SB Reads Night our community will have the opportunity to write or draw thank you letters to the first responders fighting California's wildfires. If you would like to donate an Amazon or Target gift card to provide practical support to the first responders, we will have a box available to collect gift card donations.

Please click here Flyer for more information and RSVP and Video SBSD Video

Enjoy this special preview of SB Reads night by listening to our AP Literature students speak to the power of reading in their lives.

We are currently seeking dedicated professionals to join our team in the following positions:

• Nurses
• Custodians
• Teachers
• Paraprofessionals
• Secretaries
• District Residency Officer

As part of our commitment to supporting and serving the community, we offer:

• Competitive Salaries
• Comprehensive Health Benefits Package
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Mentorship Programs

For more information and to apply, please Click Here for all positions currently available.

Kindergarten Registration for the 2025-2026 School Year is now open.

Please click here for additional information on how to register.

If you are registering for the 2025-2026 school year, your child MUST turn 5 years old on or before October 31, 2025.

Please view the monthly Physical Activity Calendars for Families listed on our website that includes the Month of February in both English and Spanish.

On February 7, 2025, BHL came together to observe National Women’s Heart Day by proudly wearing a little red. This special day is dedicated to raising awareness about the vital importance of heart health for women. As a team, we’re more committed than ever to working toward healthier, happier futures for all. 💖