Montclair Schools Superintendent Dr. Jonathan Ponds Has Died

Full News Article: Read here (source Montclair Local) A note from the Montclair PTA Council: The Montclair PTA Council is deeply saddened about the passing of Dr. Ponds. We offer our deepest condolences to his wife and children. We remember his dedication to our children and community, and his willingness to partner with those who shared…

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All aboard the ‘bike bus.’ N.J. kids are caravanning to school on their bicycles.

October 3, 2023 – Source: nj.com In Montclair, there’s a new, old way for kids way for kids to get to school, one that organizers say is more fun and eco-friendlier that that big yellow school bus. All aboard the Montclair Bike Bus, which rolls through town every Friday. With adults in reflective vests leading the…

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Two Watchung Teachers Recognized as Judy Weston Award Winners for Inspired Teaching

Congratulations to Watchung’s Weston Award winners: Ms. Thorp and Ms. Piller! Weston Awards Celebrate Creative and Inspiring Teachers (Repost from Montclair Local) The 2023 Judy Weston Awards for Inspired Teaching honored Montclair teachers Thursday, June 1, celebrating those who stand out as creative, talented, supportive, inspired and inspiring. Josh and Judy Weston established the Judy…

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Watchung Connected Courtyard Opening Ceremony

May 18, 2023 – This afternoon, our STEAM Teacher Ms. Thorp partnered with Essex County Master Gardener/Watchung parent Sarah Perlman Paulsen to put on a phenomenal Opening Ceremony for the Connected Courtyard. There were members of the Board of Ed, Town Council, NJEA and Sustainable Jersey in the audience today. Principal Krenn acknowledged all the hard…

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From the Desk of Mrs. Polizzano – The Seeing Eye Donations Needed

YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE – PLEASE DONATE! Once again, Watchung will be participating in the Pennies for Puppies and Dollars for Dogs fundraiser. Our Fundraiser will commence on Thursday, April 20th with an assembly. The seeing Eye Organizations will come to present to our youngsters about their mission statement. The seeing Eye as an…

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Lunar New Year Celebrations at Watchung

On Friday, February 17th, we celebrated the Lunar New Year at Watchung. It began in the morning when Watchung parent Winnie Wu came in to present to our 4th and 5th grades. Winnie has come in a few times over the past few years and presented and each year she out does herself. Thank you,…

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News from the STEAM Room!

December 3, 2022 | News from the STEAM Room! This week in STEAM class, we made Bouncy Glue with visiting scientist, Barb Feguson. Students learned about three common types of matter: solids, liquids, and gases. Then we made bouncy glue, which has properties of both solids and liquids. Materials like bouncy glue, slime, “oobleck,” and…

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2022 Watchung School Make-A-Wish

From the Desk of Mrs. Polizzano: 2022 Watchung School Make-A-Wish Dear Parents and Caregivers , Holiday time is upon us. Please join Watchung in spreading the gift of giving. Our Make-a-Wish event is underway. Each year MEA members and Parents join together in this effort to make the Watchung Community a little better. A bulletin…

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November 9, 2022 | Montclair Overwhelmingly Approves Bond Referendum

In a Historic Show of Unity, More than 80% of Town Voters Back $188 Million Proposal to Repair and Modernize the Township’s Long-Neglected Public School Buildings and Decaying Infrastructure Montclair voters today overwhelmingly approved the Board of Education’s $188 million bond referendum to repair and upgrade the Township’s long-neglected public school buildings and decaying infrastructure. With 38…

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Sept 29 Town Hall – Community Investment Bond Referendum

An important $188M Question is on the November 8 Ballot.  Get your questions answered about the Montclair Community Investment at next week’s Town Hall. WHEN: September 29, 2022 | 8PM WHERE: Montclair High School

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