LPS Spotlight
News for the Livingston Public Schools Community
CONSIDERING CANDIDACY?
Now is the time to consider school board candidacy for the Livingston Board of Education. In November, voters will elect two candidates to each 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 29, 2024. The election is scheduled for Tuesday, November 5, 2024.
Livingston Public Schools (LPS) has announced that Jessica Rapp has been recommended for appointment as the district’s new Business Administrator. The Board of Education is expected to approve this appointment during this evening’s public meeting, which will be held at the Central Office at 7 p.m. READ MORE...
The summer months provide the perfect opportunity for students of all ages to relax and read for enjoyment, and discover new favorites. Please click HERE for more information on grade level Summer 2024 reading assignments.
It has definitely been a great year for math at Heritage Middle School (HMS)!
HMS came in 8th place in the country (second place in NJ) out of nearly 200 schools in the Math League Algebra 1 Contest that was held in April. Seventh grader Dhrish Viswanath placed 12th overall amongst hundreds of students!
In related news, both the 7th and 8th grade classes earned first place in this year's Continental Math League Euclidean Competition!
In addition to the team awards, the following five HMS students achieved a perfect score on all five meets this year: Andrew Zhou, Cooper Mandala, Owen Lang, Aobin Wang and Raj Dholakia.
“Thank you to all the teachers for your dedication, passion, and hard work. It is evident that you continue to inspire your students and to prepare them academically, so they continue to thrive as they learn math!” said Antonio Matheus, LPS 7-12 Mathematics Supervisor.
On Friday, May 31st, USA Table Tennis (USATT) unveiled the official roster for the 2024 National Junior Teams following a rigorous two-part trial series held in March at West Monroe, LA, and May at San Jose, CA. Among the talented competitors, Emma Yang, a 5th grader who attends Collins Elementary School, demonstrated exceptional skill and determination, securing her place in the final lineup for both the U11G and U13G Junior National Girl Teams. Emma's impressive performance has earned her the second seed position in the U11G National team, granting her the opportunity to represent the USA in international tournaments throughout the upcoming year. Her first international event will be the 2024 International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) Pan Am Youth Championships, set to take place in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, this August.
This school year, the LHS Speech and Debate team had five students qualify to attend the NCFL Grand Nationals tournament in Chicago, IL. The NCFL holds preliminary competitions nationwide throughout the school year and students compete to earn a spot at nationals by placing in their local competitions. Representing LHS at the May 2024 nationals were Joanna Liu, Jenny Zhu, Audrey Xu, Samay Malde, and Suraj Nistala.
The LHS finalists competed against 1,720 other entries with the following results:
- Samay Malde and Suraj Nistala went up against 172 other entries in the Public Forum event. The pair placed in the top 32.
- Jenny Zhu and Audrey Xu went up against 165 other entries in the Duo Interpretation event. The pair placed in the top 48.
- Joanna Liu went up against 203 other entries and placed in the top 90.
The team’s staff advisors are Max Diaz, Elena Cannarozzi, and Julianne Caccavale.
At Heritage Middle School, the Current Events Magazine Club, under the guidance of Mrs. Maureen Weakley, published three editions this year that highlight impactful issues such as sustainable living, the rise of AI, and the food industry.
Click here to view the club's website and browse its publications!
Congratulations to Livingston High School ninth grader Annie Jiang who has achieved a milestone by being accepted into the All-State Orchestra of New Jersey. This year, Annie stands out as the only student from Livingston High School to earn this honor.
The All-State Orchestra brings together the most talented young musicians from across New Jersey, providing them with an opportunity to perform at the highest level of the state for high schoolers. Annie's acceptance into the All-State Orchestra reflects the quality of LHS music program and brings pride to the Livingston High School community.
The Livingston Township Council recently voted to add LHS senior Noah’s Boxer’s eagle photograph, “The Gaze of Liberty,” to be part of the permanent collection at the Town Hall. This is the first time a Livingston student’s artwork has been permanently installed in the Livingston Town Hall collection! Congratulations, Noah!
IT'S TIME TO SECURE YOUR 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.
STAY CONNECTED
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 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.
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.
The annual Kiwanis Swim Karnival will be held on Thursday, July 4, at 10 a.m. at the Haines Pool! The event is FREE and no registration is required. Click HERE for more information.
It's that time of year again! Livingston High School's Class of 2023 is gearing up for graduation, and so is the West Essex Tribune!
On June 27, the Tribune will publish its annual pull-out, keepsake LHS graduation section, featuring color yearbook photos of all of the graduates. Families and friends of the grads can run congratulatory ads. The deadline is June 21!
Questions? Email WETribune@gmail.com
