DISCOVER
Livingston Public Schools
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Featured Photo: "We Miss These Smiles!"
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Don't stop scrolling!
Find information on the following news, and more, in this week's DISCOVER.
- Board of Education Meeting Tonight, Wednesday, August 14
- Device Distribution Begins Today
- Genesis Portals Are Open: Fill Out Required Forms!
- Niche.com Ranking
- Community News: CTL and Library Survey
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Genesis Portals Are Open:
Forms Must Be Completed to View Schedules/Teacher Assignments
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The Genesis
Parent and
Student Access Portals are now open for parents/students in grades 6-12 to complete all district-required forms. Only the Contacts and Forms Library are available at this time.
The portals will open on Wednesday, August 21, 2019 after 3 p.m. to view secondary schedules and on Thursday, August 22, 2019 after 3 p.m. for elementary teacher assignments.
This information will only be accessible if all required forms have been completed and submitted.
For students in grades 6-12,
BOTH PARENT AND STUDENT
will have required forms to complete before viewing their schedule. For detailed instructions on how to complete these forms, click
HERE.
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1:1 Device Distribution:
Have You Made Your Appointment?
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Computer device distribution for students in grades 7 and 10-12 began today! Appointments are available on selected days through Tuesday, August 27. Click below for more information, to pay usage fees, and/or to make a pick-up appointment.
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LPS Ranked #3 on Niche List
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Livingston Public Schools was ranked #3 on
Niche.com's 2020 Best Public High Schools list! The ranking is based on "rigorous analysis of academic and student life data from the U.S. Department of Education along with test scores, college data, and ratings collected from millions of Niche users." Click
HERE for information on how the ranking was calculated.
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Summer Reading/Assignments
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LHS Summer Reading LOLLAPALOOZA!
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Alumni Invited to View Tribute
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Livingston High School's military alumni are invited to visit the "Wall of Honor" that has been installed in the LHS Guidance Department. The office will be open for visitors on Monday, August 26, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
The purpose of the wall is to remember, recognize and celebrate all LHS graduates who have chosen to enter into the military and serve our country. The display, which includes artwork and plaques currently features 84 names!
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Be "In the Know" This Summer!
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LPS invites parents to visit our "Parent Resources" page to find information regarding the Genesis portal, academic calendars, food services, new student registration, transportation, district communications, forms, and more.
In addition, to subscribe to news based on your child's school and your interests, visit our "District Communications" page and sign up for newsletters, e-blasts, and more.
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Our new Parent Academy website is designed to ensure that all resources provided at our events are accessible to all community members. We hope you find these helpful as you engage in your child’s education!
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Kindergarten Pre-Registration
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Click below for information on Kindergarten Pre-Registration for Livingston Public Schools!
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We're interested in hearing what's on your mind. Share a story. Ask a question. Let us know about your concerns, anything from school safety and security to budget matters. Give a shout out to a special teacher. Talk with the Superintendent or Board of Education. Email your message c/o the
Communications and Community Outreach Coordinator.
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Children’s Theatre of Livingston (CTL) is excited to offer a new opportunity in our community for our youth to experience the magic of theater, both on the stage and behind the scenes!
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The
Livingston Public Library wants to hear from you. Whether you are a frequent, infrequent, or even a non-library user, your voice matters! Please participate in this
SURVEY to help us revise our strategic plan to guide us through the next three years. Those who submit a survey will be entered for a chance to win an iPad Mini!
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Shining Stars offers "funtastic programs for exceptional individuals." Learn more
HERE!
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Chinese as a Second Language Courses
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Livingston Huaxia Chinese School (LHXCS), a non-profit organization with a 17 year history, provides Chinese as a Second Language courses for students from non-Chinese speaking families. For more information, and/or to register for the 2019-2020 school year, click on the links below.
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Substitutes Teachers Needed
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Livingston Public Schools is seeking substitute teachers ($100/day). Applicants must either possess certification as a teacher in New Jersey or a substitute certificate.
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Substitute Nurses
Livingston Public Schools is seeking substitute school nurses. Applicants must hold current license issued by the NJ Board of Nursing as a professional registered nurse (RN) and possess or be eligible for a Substitute Nurse Certificate. CPR/AED certification is required ($200/day). Interested candidates should contact Carolyn Ross at
[email protected]
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Playground Aides
Do you have a few hours to spare in the middle of the day? Would you enjoy being responsible for the well-being of our students during their lunch hour? If so, LPS is accepting applications for playground aides. Successful candidates will provide supervision of PreK-5 students both in the school and on the playground during lunch and recess. Rate of compensation begins at $15.50/hour. Those who are interested should
download the application, or stop by the Central Office at 11 Foxcroft Drive to pick up an application!
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Crossing Guards
The
Township of Livingston continues to look for crossing guards for its many posts throughout town. Crossing guards provide an important service to our students, helping them navigate the streets around our schools safely each day. Click
HERE for application.
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DISCOVER Livingston Public Schools
2019-2020 School Year / No. 3
Michelle Bent
Communications and
Community Outreach Coordinator
Livingston Public Schools
(973) 535-8000 ext. 8036
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DISCOVER is the e-newsletter from Livingston Public Schools with stories about students, teachers, and programs, and news about recent accomplishments and awards.
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