Congratulations to our Seniors in a beautiful 2022 Baccalaureate!
Superintendent’s Coffee May 23, 2022 at 5:00 PM
Please join Superintendent Mark Schwarz via Zoom at 5:00PM tonight, May 23, 2022 for a Superintendent Coffee. Please check your email or www.madisonpublicschools.org for the Zoom link
Please join Superintendent Mark Schwarz via Zoom at 7:00PM tonight, April 25, 2022 for a Superintendent Coffee. Please check your email or www.madisonpublicschools.org for the Zoom link.
The Madison School district is experiencing problems with our phone service and we are working with the phone company to resolve the issue. Please feel free to communicate with the schools via email. In the case of an emergency, please call our temporary emergency line at 862-777-2146.
If you missed the referendum planning session at tonight's superintendent coffee, you can share your thoughts in the Thoughtexchange here: https://tejoin.com/scroll/331475557
The presentation can be found here: https://tinyurl.com/2w7xnv2c
Please join Superintendent Mark Schwarz via Zoom at 7:00PM tonight, March 14, 2022 for a Superintendent Coffee. Please check your email or www.madisonpublicschools.org for the Zoom link.
Please join Superintendent Mark Schwarz via Zoom at 7:00PM tonight, March 14, 2022 for a Superintendent Coffee. Please check your email or www.madisonpublicschools.org for the Zoom link.
Due to hazardous travel conditions, all Madison Public Schools will be closed on Friday, February 25, 2022.
In anticipation of hazardous travel conditions during tomorrow morning's commute, all Madison Public Schools will operate on a 2 hour delay on Friday, February 25, 2022.
Please join Superintendent Mark Schwarz via Zoom at 7:00PM tonight, February 10, 2022 for a Superintendent Coffee. Please check your email or www.madisonpublicschools.org for the Zoom link.
In response to warnings from the National Weather Service regarding hazardous driving conditions throughout northern New Jersey, all Madison Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, February 4, 2022. Changes to scheduled extra-curricular events for Friday evening will be communicated by the schools, as necessary. As black ice will be very likely tomorrow, please postpone travel if possible. If you must travel, use extreme caution.
Social and Emotional Learning in the Elementary School Setting with Dr Maurice Elias, Ph D
https://youtu.be/--STAXR1e3U
In anticipation of hazardous driving conditions during the morning commute, all Madison Public Schools will operate on a 2 hour delayed opening on Thursday, January 20, 2022. Please allow yourself additional time when traveling tomorrow.
In anticipation of hazardous travel conditions on roads and walkways overnight and throughout tomorrow morning, all Madison Public Schools will be closed on Friday, January 7, 2022. The status of MHS athletics will be determined after the weather system's impact has been assessed. Any changes to scheduled MHS athletics events will be communicated by the high school tomorrow. Please make every effort to stay off of the roadways until after the storm has been cleared.
In anticipation of overnight freezing rain, all Madison Public Schools will operate on a two hour delayed opening schedule on Wednesday, January 5, 2022. Please provide yourself with ample travel time and use caution during the morning commute.
MPS Community Members, please see today's message from MPS and the MPD regarding school security: https://www.madisonpublicschools.org/article/611875?org=mps
Please join Superintendent Mark Schwarz via Zoom at 7:00PM tonight, December 13, 2021 for a Superintendent Coffee. Please check your email or www.madisonpublicschools.org for the Zoom link.
Please join Superintendent Mark Schwarz via Zoom at 7:00PM tonight, November 17, 2021 for the State of Schools Address/Superintendent Coffee. Please check your email or www.madisonpublicschools.org for the Zoom and YouTube Live links.
To allow time for safe travel, all Madison Public Schools will have a two hour delayed opening today, October 26, 2021.
October's Dodger Update is now available on the district website. Thank you for taking a few moments to read these important updates: https://www.madisonpublicschools.org/article/569202?org=mps
Please join Superintendent Mark Schwarz via Zoom at 7:00PM tonight, October 11, 2021 for a Superintendent Coffee. Please check your email or www.madisonpublicschools.org for the Zoom link.
Dodger Families, Please see the latest MPS Update: https://www.madisonpublicschools.org/article/540540?org=mps
Schools will operate on an early dismissal tomorrow, Wednesday, September 15, to provide relief for expected high temperatures and humidity. Special class programs will operate on a normal schedule. Parents of students enrolled in special class programs with questions may contact Dr. Frank Santora, at santoraf@madisonnjsp.org. After school activities will take place as scheduled unless the coach/advisor informs students otherwise.
Dismissal times are as follows. Transportation schedules will be revised accordingly.
MHS at 12:06pm
MJS at 12:25pm
Elementary at 12:45pm
As appropriate, schools will send out additional information to clarify procedures.
Please join Superintendent Mark Schwarz via Zoom at 7:00PM tonight, August 13, 2021 for a Superintendent Coffee. Please check your email or www.madisonpublicschools.org for the Zoom link.
Welcome to 2021-22, Dodgers! Please see the following update in preparation for the first day of school tomorrow: https://www.madisonpublicschools.org/article/522801?org=mps
Welcome to the 2020-21 School Year! Please see the latest Dodger Update: https://www.madisonpublicschools.org/article/514944?org=mps)
Calling all Football Fans,
Get your discounted tickets to the November 14th Jets vs Bills game at MetLife Stadium and support Madison Junior School at the same time!!! Tickets sales are open to all!
We hope to see you there!
Click on the link below for ticket information.
https://5il.co/xb94
August 16, 2021 Superintendent Coffee Presentation:
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1orQXcfh8dwW9Hq828gvLGjhVhZSYIUeTWPVLph2RgA0/edit#slide=id.p1
Please join Superintendent Mark Schwarz tonight, Monday August 16th, at 7:00PM via Zoom for a Superintendent Coffee. Please check your email or www.madisonpublicschools.org for the Zoom link.
Happy Summer, Dodgers! Please see the latest MPS update: https://www.madisonpublicschools.org/article/496819?org=mps.
For those who are interested in getting a early start on the Reopening Thoughtexchange which was presented at last night's Superintendent Coffee, you can access it here: https://my.thoughtexchange.com/#526626129/hub
More information regarding the exchange will be provided in the upcoming Dodger Update. Thank you for sharing your thoughts!
Please join Superintendent Mark Schwarz tonight via Zoom at 7:00PM for a Superintendent Coffee. Please check your email or www.madisonpublicschools.org for the Zoom link.
Please join Superintendent Mark Schwarz tonight, July 21 at 7:00PM via Zoom for a Superintendent Coffee. A link to the meeting will be sent out prior to the meeting.
DODGER UPDATE, 6/24 - END OF YEAR UPDATES AND CONGRATULATIONS
MARK SCHWARZ
THURSDAY, JUNE 24, 2021
Madison Public School Community Members,
Please join me in congratulating the MHS Class of 2021, the newly promoted Class of 2025 and our rising sixth graders who all completed their last year in their respective schools under the most unusual of circumstances. While this pandemic has left an indelible mark in all of our memories, it is my hope that all of our students, faculty and families can move on to our next chapter stronger and more resilient as a result of our community’s collective perseverance during this unprecedented challenge.
As our students and faculty now embark on a much-deserved summer break, please take a moment to consider the following timely reminders and updates.
Please complete your MPS End-of-year Parent Survey by Friday, July 5
Surveys were sent by email to the primary guardian of each student using our new data collection platform, Panorama Education. If you cannot find your survey email(s), please first check your spam, archive, or deleted folders. If you are unable to access your survey, please email Patti Cleary at clearyp@madisonnjps.org.
When you take your survey, please note that we are now using Panorama Education’s research-based survey items that were established as valid and reliable in studies conducted through the Harvard Graduate School of Education (see this study example). Accordingly, the questions have a different tone than the locally developed survey items that we have used in prior years. The results, however, will allow us to norm-reference our community responses to survey responses from families of other public school districts across the country. In turn, this may help us to more effectively interpret our results.
Return-to-school details will be provided in July after state guidance is issued.
Our intention is to return to school on August 30 with minimal restrictions in place so that students can experience the full benefit of in-person learning. Unfortunately, the NJDOE and NJDOH have not provided formal guidance other than to require school districts to develop a “Safe Return Plan” to comply with Federal funding regulations. Accordingly, MPS has used the state’s template to develop our “Safe Return Plan” which reflects our operating procedures under the most recent 2020-21 guidance. Once new guidance has been issued (anticipated by June 30), we will review it with our local health official and provide clarifications to our community. As always, we will provide feedback opportunities for our stakeholders to share any concerns, questions or recommendations that you may have.
All families (regardless of income) are encouraged to pick up federally funded meals this summer for their school-aged children.
Pick up will be on Mondays from 10am-12pm. Families will receive 5 days worth of breakfast and lunch at a time. No registration or preorders are necessary. All meals will be reimbursed through the Federal lunch program. Accordingly, all families are encouraged to participate for the purpose of normalizing the practice of free lunch utilization.
This meal distribution schedule will be in place for 6 weeks (6/21 through 7/26). Pick up locations are as follows:
June 21, 28, and July 6th- Pick up will be at Madison Junior School by the cafeteria doors (back corner of the school).
July 12, 19, and 26th- Pick up will be at Madison High School (regular location) by the doors going towards the football field.
If you have any questions, please contact Andrea Cummins at foodservice@madisonnjps.org.
Congratulations and Thank You
Congratulations completing one of the most historic school years that we will ever remember. One year ago, we faced incomprehensible uncertainty regarding what the coming school year would bring. Working together, however, we showed that we are Madison Strong. We remained continuously open for in person learning and even made progress in developing and implementing our new 2023 District Goals. Thank you for your partnership in staying safe to ensure uninterrupted services to the children of Madison.
We will provide periodic updates to all community members as the new school year approaches. Please feel free to direct any questions that you may have to the appropriate school or district administrator. If you do not know who to contact, please reach out to Patti Cleary at clearyp@madisonnjps.org. In the meantime, please enjoy a restful and restorative summer break. You deserve it!
Upcoming Events:
Tues, July 20 - Board of Education Meeting, 7pm
Wed, July 21 - Superintendent Coffee, 7pm
Tues, Aug 17 - Board of Education Meeting, 7pm
Wed, Aug 18 - Superintendent Coffee, 7pm
Tues, Aug 24 - Board of Education Special Meeting, 7pm
Mon, Aug 30 - First Day of School for Students
Mon, Sept 6 - Schools Closed - Labor Day
Tues, Sept 7 - Schools Closed - Rosh Hashanah
Tues, Sept 14 - Board of Education Meeting, 7pm
Thurs, Sept 16 - Schools Closed - Yom Kippur
Happy Friday, Dodgers! Today is a great time to rate everyone's thoughts in our District Goal Conversation:
https://my.thoughtexchange.com/#809812218/hub
Be sure to check back in over the weekend. The exchange closes on Monday, June 14.
Hey, Dodgers! Don't forget to participate in our Fed Funding/District Goals Thoughtexchange. We want to hear from you!
https://my.thoughtexchange.com/#809812218/hub
Your contributions will shape our future decisions. Thanks to those that have already begun sharing!
MPS Families,
Over the next two days, high overnight temperatures and increasing humidity are expected to compound the adverse conditions currently being experienced within our classrooms. Accordingly, for the safety and welfare of our students and faculty, the following schedule changes will be in effect tomorrow, Tuesday, June 8, 2021, and Wednesday, June 9, 2021
MHS - All students and staff will be dismissed at 1:00pm (for most MHS students, this will not reflect a change). Extracurricular activities, including athletic competitions and the National Merit Scholar Induction Ceremony, will continue as scheduled.
MJS - All students and staff will be dismissed at 12:40pm (for most MJS students, this will not reflect a change). All afternoon sessions will be cancelled.
Elementary Schools - All students and staff will be dismissed at 12:45. No virtual sessions will be held after dismissal.
Additionally, all students are encouraged to dress in comfortable and breathable clothes for the next two days. Students should also bring a water bottle with them to school everyday.
Please see the latest Dodger Update which includes an invitation to provide feedback related to District Goal Priorities and newly awarded federal stimulus funds: https://www.madisonpublicschools.org/article/475939?org=mps
MPS Travel Advisory Update, 5/21
On May 17, 2021, Governor Murphy announced an end to the NJ Travel Advisory related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Please note, however, that the NJDOH continues to recommend that individuals follow CDC guidance regarding domestic and international travel.
Accordingly and effective immediately, Madison Public Schools will not require students to quarantine on the basis of travel. However, the district does recommend that families follow the CDC guidance regarding travel and will accommodate quarantining needs for unvaccinated children who travel. If a parent determines that a quarantine is necessary for any unvaccinated child(ren), the district asks that the parent notify their child’s school nurse.
The latest MPS Dodger Update is now available at: https://www.madisonpublicschools.org/article/462380?org=mps
Happy Weekend, Dodgers! Your update from MPS can be found here: https://www.madisonpublicschools.org/article/451569?org=mps. Don't forget to thank a faculty member this week!
Hey, MPS! We hope you had a great Spring Break. The new Dodger Update has just been released: https://www.madisonpublicschools.org/article/436639?org=mps
Hey, Dodgers! Just in time for Spring Break, please see the latest Dodger Update: https://www.madisonpublicschools.org/article/428472?org=mps
Hey, Dodgers! Please read the latest update: https://www.madisonpublicschools.org/article/421230?org=mps
Hey, MJS! Today is the last day to contribute to the MJS Principal Search Thoughtexchange conversation. Even if you already participated, be sure to read and rate new comments before it closes at 11:59pm tonight. https://www.madisonpublicschools.org/article/415207?org=mjs
Hey, Dodgers! The Phase 2 and Phase 3 Thoughtexchanges close at midnight tonight (Sunday, 3/14). For instructions, see the last Dodger Update: https://www.madisonpublicschools.org/article/415833?org=mps
Hey, Dodgers! Only one day left to contribute to the Phase 2 and Phase 3 Thoughtexchanges. For instructions, see the last Dodger Update: https://www.madisonpublicschools.org/article/415833?org=mps
Hey Dodgers! Please read the most recent Dodger Update which includes Phase 2 and Phase 3 transition information: https://www.madisonpublicschools.org/article/415833?org=mps
Dodger Families, Please see the latest Dodger Update for February 24, 2021: Dodger Update, 2/24 - DEI Efforts, Spring Break Travel, In-Person Learning
Due to the remote school day, lunch will be available for pickup today, February 22, from 10AM to 12PM at Madison High School. Lunch may be picked up by the exterior kitchen doors located at the entrance of the football field parking lot by the auxiliary gym.
All Madison Public Schools will operate remotely today, Monday, February 22, in anticipation of hazardous travel conditions this afternoon related to inclement weather. All students will follow their normal schedules while attending remotely. Teachers will provide virtual meeting information via Google Classroom and/or email. Students must participate remotely to receive attendance credit for the school day. Please contact your child's teacher if you have any questions about their classes. If you have any concerns or special circumstances, please feel free to contact your child's school.
All Madison Public Schools will operate remotely today, Friday, February 19, in anticipation of hazardous travel conditions related to inclement weather. All students will follow their normal schedules while attending remotely. Teachers will provide virtual meeting information via Google Classroom and/or email. Students must participate remotely to receive attendance credit for the school day. Please contact your child's teacher if you have any questions about their classes. If you have any concerns or special circumstances, please feel free to contact your child's school.
All Madison Public Schools will operate remotely tomorrow, Thursday, February 18, in anticipation of hazardous travel conditions related to inclement weather. All students will follow their normal schedules while attending remotely. Teachers will provide virtual meeting information via Google Classroom and/or email. Students must participate remotely to receive attendance credit for the school day. Please contact your child's teacher if you have any questions about their classes. If you have any concerns or special circumstances, please feel free to contact your child's school.
Due to the severe cold temperatures, Madison High School will operate remotely today, Wednesday, Feb 17, for all students that are not included in the five-day cohort. Five-day cohort students will attend in person at MHS and will be located in spaces where appropriate temperatures can be maintained. All other schools will operate on their normal in-person schedule.
Due to the severe cold temperatures, Madison High School will operate remotely on Friday, February 12th, for all students that are not included in the five-day cohort. All students will follow the B-day schedule originally assigned for the day. Five-day cohort students will attend in person at MHS and will be located in spaces where appropriate temperatures can be maintained. All other schools will operate on their normal in-person schedule. All after school, in-person activities will resume as previously scheduled.
Due to the severe cold temperatures, Madison High School will operate remotely on Monday, Feb 8, for all students that are not included in the five-day cohort. All students will follow the A-day schedule originally assigned for the day. Five-day cohort students will attend in person at MHS and will be located in spaces where appropriate temperatures can be maintained. All other schools will operate on their normal in-person schedule.
All Madison Public Schools will operate remotely tomorrow, Wednesday, February 3, in anticipation of hazardous travel conditions related to inclement weather. All students will follow their normal schedules while attending remotely. Teachers will provide virtual meeting information via Google Classroom and/or email. Students must participate remotely to receive attendance credit for the school day. Please contact your child's teacher if you have any questions about their classes. If you have any concerns or special circumstances, please feel free to contact your child's school.
Madison families,
Virtual learning for Madison Public Schools students on Tuesday, February 2, will end at 1pm to allow additional time for families and faculty members to attend to snow removal. Please be sure to clear any sidewalks for which you are responsible to allow safe pedestrian travel throughout Madison. Always use caution when removing snow: warm-up appropriately, hydrate well, and be careful near streets.
All Madison Public Schools will operate remotely tomorrow, Tuesday, February 2, in anticipation of hazardous travel conditions related to inclement weather. All students will follow their normal schedules while attending remotely. Teachers will provide virtual meeting information via Google Classroom and/or email. Students must participate remotely to receive attendance credit for the school day. Please contact your child's teacher if you have any questions about their classes. If you have any concerns or special circumstances, please feel free to contact your child's school.
Due to hazardous conditions and possible internet and power outages, all Madison Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, Monday, February 1, 2021.
This week's Dodger Update is now available on our website: https://www.madisonpublicschools.org/article/390732?org=mps.
Stay warm!
Dodger families,
Please see today's Dodger Update at: https://www.madisonpublicschools.org/article/382413?org=mps.
Best wishes for a pleasant MLK Day.
Welcome to 2021! Please see the following update from MPS: https://www.madisonpublicschools.org/article/374693?org=mps
Welcome to 2021! Please note that all schools will reopen for in-person instruction tomorrow, January 4, 2021. Pls consult the NJ Travel Advisory and complete the daily health screener tomorrow morning. See you soon! https://tinyurl.com/ybjtlh7s
Please see the following Winter Break message from Madison Public Schools. Best wishes for a Happy New Year! https://www.madisonpublicschools.org/article/372485?org=mps
This is an important message from Madison Public schools. Due to the impending storm all Madison Public schools will be closed on Thursday, December 17. Friday, December 18 will be an all remote day for staff and students. Please note: Students will be sent home with an extra lunch upon dismissal on Wednesday, December 16. Lunch pickup is available at MHS on Friday, December 18.
Please see the following information related to schedule adjustments for snow this week and a COVID update: https://www.madisonpublicschools.org/article/367362?org=mps
Hey, Dodgers! Check out the latest update from the Superintendent: https://www.madisonpublicschools.org/article/362392?org=mps
Do you have opinions about our school facilities? Then join the district conversation by clicking this link! https://tinyurl.com/yyne87hz
Hey, Dodgers! Please follow this link for an invitation to review the district Facilities Conditions Assessment Update and join the community conversation to guide our planning: https://www.madisonpublicschools.org/article/359121?org=mps
November 17, 2020 Board of Education Meeting
Due to new capacity restrictions issued by Governor Murphy effective November 17, 2020, the Board of Education meeting will be held virtually via Zoom Webinar and YouTube. Please Note: there will be no in person live meeting. Please click here for links to the Zoom Webinar and the YouTube Live Stream
COVID 19 & Stress Management Presentation: https://5il.co/mygh
Please see the following Superintendent Message regarding Safety and School Operations: https://www.madisonpublicschools.org/article/341671?org=mps
MJS will hold all classes remotely on Wednesday, November 4, 2020. For more information, visit: https://www.madisonpublicschools.org/article/340342?org=mps
Reminder: All Madison Public Schools classes will be held remotely tomorrow, November 3, 2020, as per Governor Murphy's Executive Order 177 that closes school buildings for Election Day.
Dodgers,
We hope that you are all staying safe and healthy. Please see the following Phase II Update dated 10/19/2020: https://www.madisonpublicschools.org/article/329560?org=mps
Dodgers,
Please see the following Phase 2 and Safety Update: https://www.madisonpublicschools.org/article/326863?org=mps
Please see the following MPS COVID19 case update with important safety reminders: https://www.madisonpublicschools.org/article/320450?org=mps
Please join Superintendent Mark Schwarz on Wednesday, October 7 at 7pm for a night of conversation regarding the district reopening phases and services available to elementary students. The Zoom link will be made available on the district website before the meeting.
Dodger families,
Please see the following MPS Phase 2 Update: https://www.madisonpublicschools.org/article/317156?org=mps
Please see the following COVID19 Case Update: https://www.madisonpublicschools.org/article/317012?org=mps
Please see the following COVID19 Case Update: https://www.madisonpublicschools.org/article/312105?org=mps
Please see the following message from Superintendent Mark Schwarz regarding the district plans for transitioning to Phase 2 of our reopening (transcript available below): https://www.madisonpublicschools.org/article/311844?org=mps
Please see the following message regarding a reported COVID-19 case within Madison Public Schools: https://www.madisonpublicschools.org/article/311042?org=mps
Congrats on a great first week, Madison! Please read the latest Dodger Update for students and parents at https://www.madisonpublicschools.org/article/306376?org=mps.
Madison Families, please see the following message regarding the the police resolution of Wednesday's luring incident: https://www.madisonpublicschools.org/article/305576?org=mps
Please click below for an update from the Madison Health Department.
https://5il.co/kvim
Parent Portal Link: https://parents.genesisedu.com/madison/parents?gohome=true
Please remember to fill out the daily health screening for each of your children. It will be visible in your parent portal on the first day of school.
Click the link below for information on the districts online pre-order lunch system: https://www.madisonpublicschools.org/article/301862?org=mps
(revised message) Welcome to the 2020-21 School Year! We received feedback that the prior message was difficult to read, so we have resent it in a different format. Translation is also now enabled: http://madisonnj.apptegy.us/article/301108?org=mps
MPS welcomes you to the 2020-21 school year! Please see the letter linked below from Superintendent of Schools Mark Schwarz.
https://www.madisonpublicschools.org/article/301108?org=mps
Please see the graphic linked below which conveys the district's explicit guidance on appropriate face coverings for students.
https://5il.co/kle0
Dodger families,
Please see the following letter from Superintendent Mark Schwarz, regarding reopening planning: tinyurl.com/yycvg7fu.
Dodger Families, Please see the following letter from Superintendent Mark Schwarz regarding reopening planning: https://tinyurl.com/y676eqba. School messages from the Principals will follow tomorrow.
Please see the letter linked below from Madison Junior School. https://5il.co/jbom
Please see the letter linked below from Madison Junior School
Linked below you will find a letter from the elementary schools. https://5il.co/jbnd
Superintendent Coffee. Tonight August 10, 2020 at 7:00 PM. Please see the district Events Calendar on the website for links to the virtual meeting. https://www.madisonpublicschools.org/o/mps/events/#event_5782102
Hey, Dodgers! For an update regarding the MPS Reentry Plan, please see the following video message (tinyurl.com/y2dv9yj5) and the Reentry Plan presentation (tinyurl.com/yxn4qaju).
Guidance on facemasks for students: https://5il.co/isgf
July 28, 2020 BOE Meeting Agenda https://5il.co/imw7
See the homepage of the website for the Zoom Meeting invitation.
Please check your inbox for a link to a 2nd Return to School survey. July 21, 2020
Hey, Dodgers! Please see the latest Update from Superintendent Schwarz (https://tinyurl.com/y2gl2kwj) and a FAQ document (https://tinyurl.com/y5dgn4jx) regarding the Reopening of Schools.
July 14, 2020 Take 5 Briefing https://5il.co/ic0d
The Madison Public Schools new website is live! Please sign up for notifications by downloading our new app and clicking on the settings icon!
Madison High School Graduation 2020 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5uMFOhatwgY&feature=youtu.be
Click to see the 2020-21 Planning Update Letter from Superintendent Mark Schwarz https://5il.co/ho95
Hey parents! School supply lists are now available here: https://5il.co/hjci
Madison Public Schools was recognized by the NAMM Association as one of the "2019 Best Communities for Music Education"
