River Plaza Elementary Safe Routes Project Moving Forward |
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A collaborative initiative between the District and Middletown Township that was launched in 2018 has entered the preliminary engineering stage.
In a Jan. 27 media release, the Township announced it had begun the initial phase of its Safe Routes to School project near River Plaza Elementary School, an effort funded by a $1 million grant awarded by the North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority.
The funding will be used to improve safety conditions for pedestrians traveling along Hubbard Ave. from West Front St. to Navesink River Rd., a primary pathway for River Plaza families.
"Safely walking and biking to school is ingrained in the culture of River Plaza,” said River Plaza Principal David Whitman. “Our PFA and parent community has done an incredible job of facilitating and consistently supporting this culture by promoting to our students the physical and environmental health benefits of walking and biking to campus each day. Earning this grant is a credit to the dedication of our River Plaza community, and its completion will ensure the preservation of our culture."
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MTPS 2022-2023 Preschool
Lottery Application Now Open
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HS North Basketball and Softball Teams Host Slam Dunk Autism Event |
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In partnership with the High School North Softball program, the Lions girls basketball team hosted some of the Shore Conference's top outfits on Jan. 22 for the Slam Dunk Autism event.
High School North welcomed Middletown South, Colts Neck, Ocean Township, Wall Township, Toms River South, Toms River East, Allentown, Rumson-Fair Haven and Marlboro for a day's worth of basketball games that generated funds for the Middletown Township Public School District's special education program.
Thank you to the Lions programs for conducting such a wonderful fundraiser, and for all of the volunteers who helped make the event so special.
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HS North Track & Field Athletes
Take Gold at Championship Meets
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High School North's girls and boys Track and Field programs delivered impressive performances this past week at the Monmouth County and Shore Conference Championship meets, including gold medal finishes from Hailey Guerrieri and Levi Wilson.
After capturing the county high jump championship with a mark of 5-10, Wilson followed up with another first place high jump finish at the conference meet. He also set the Lions indoor long jump record with a leap of 21-7.
Hailey Guerrieri ran an 8.67 to take the gold in the county 55 meter hurdles event, where she edged out High School North teammate Katie Mayhew, who placed second with a 9.14. Guerrieri later added a conference championship in the 55 hurdles by registering a personal best 8.60.
Congratulations to these Lions on their championship performances.
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School Yearbooks Date Back to 1919
in Middletown Historical Society's
New Digital Archive
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A new digital archive launched by the Middletown Township Historical Society aims to preserve the history of our schools in Middletown.
According to the archive, "the first English-language school in New Jersey was established in Middletown between 1665 and 1678." Though the Historical Society has not yet shared source documentation of this school, it has offered visitors a look at a series of historical yearbooks and student publications, the earliest of which was named The Reflector, and dates back to 1919.
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MTBOE Partners with Township for Recreation Center Feasibility Study |
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The Middletown Board of Education and Township Committee have announced a collaborative effort to investigate the feasibility of re-purposing the Port Monmouth Elementary School property to develop an indoor athletics facility and recreation center along the Route 36 corridor.
The MTBOE and Township Committee have retained Pinnacle Indoor Sports to spearhead this study, an organization situated in Louisville, KY that has conducted similar initiatives across 41 states.
"In 2019, Port Monmouth School was closed and has been vacant for the last two years," said Board of Education President Frank Capone. "We are proud to be partnering with the Township to work toward creating a much-needed indoor sports and recreation complex for the residents of Middletown, rather than selling the property to the highest bidder where it may end up being over-developed."
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MTBOE Reorganizes with New Member, President and VP |
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During its January 5 Reorganization Meeting the Middletown Township Board of Education welcomed newly elected official Mrs. Kate Farley, and recognized the reelection of Mrs. Joan Minnuies and Mrs. Deborah Wright.
In addition to taking their oaths of office, the board also voted Mr. Frank Capone as Board of Education President and Mrs. Jacqueline Tobacco as vice president for 2022.
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Frank Capone, Board of Education President |
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Jacqueline Tobacco, Board of Education Vice President |
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The Board of Education is still determining its meeting calendar but has confirmed the following key dates to be held at the Middletown Township Public Library. The public portion of these meetings will follow executive session at approximately 8 p.m.
- Jan. 26 - BOE Workshop/Voting Meeting
- Feb. 3 - BOE Public Budget Workshop Meeting
- Feb. 15 - BOE Workshop Meeting
- Feb. 23 - BOE Voting Meeting
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High School North Student Wins YMCA's Martin Luther King Jr. Essay Contest |
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High School North junior Safa Mbarki has been recognized by the YMCA of Greater Monmouth County as a grand prize winner for her submission to the organization's annual essay contest, which celebrates the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Mbarki is one of two grand prize winners, alongside Red Bank Regional student William Blake, and will receive a $1,500 educational scholarship. Congratulations to Safa for earning this wonderful honor!
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Remembering Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. |
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On January 17th our Middletown community and the nation at large honored the life and legacy of the late Civil Rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
During his life, Dr. King's teachings and actions facilitated immense societal change, the ripples of which continue to move and shake our society today. To honor the man and his work, students and staff of High School North and South, as well as Middletown Township Mayor Tony Perry, joined together to recite Dr. King's integral "I Have a Dream" speech, which was delivered on Aug. 28, 1963 at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C.
Review the project below, which was directed by High School North senior Sophia Haber Brock
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Congratulations to the High School South Girls Swimming Program |
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Congratulations to the High School South girls swimming program for capturing the 2021-22 Class A North Division Championship. The Eagles completed the regular season with an undefeated record of 6-0, including a 5-0 record against divisional opponents. The Eagles clinched the title with a 118-51 victory over Marlboro on Jan. 20. |
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Nurse Cathy Grano Nominated for National Award |
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Congratulations to New Monmouth Elementary School Nurse Cathy Grano, who has been nominated for the 2021-2022 National LifeChanger of the Year Award, an annual education award presented by the National Life Group, a life insurance organization with headquarters in Vermont and Texas.
With the nomination, Grano is in the running for a top prize of $10,000 to be shared with her school and district. You can learn more about Grano and her nomination by visiting LifeChangeroftheYear.com.
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Affordable Internet Options
for Middletown Students
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A number of affordable internet access options are currently available to Middletown Township Public School District students from vendors in or located near our community.
Determining your student's eligibility can be achieved by completing a brief application.
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