Reese Witherspoon virtually visited #Hilldale 4th graders on 11/30/23. She talked with students about achieving dreams, shared the inspiration behind “Busy Betty", her latest book, and read an excerpt to students.
"Reese encouraged us to follow our dreams, embrace our creativity, and take action!" said teacher Marci Craig.
#EducateInspireEmpower!
For more pics see: hilldalesfabulous4thgrade on Instagram.
https://www.instagram.com/p/C0R79HHJfej/?img_index=1
Tues, Dec. 12: Montville Township Public Schools Referendum. Polls open 2-8PM. Vote at regular polling place. Voting details: www.montville.net/o/montville/page/referendum-vote
SPACE. SECURITY. HVAC.
Today Miss Funicelli posted on "X": "Happy Hanukkah" #Hilldale students learned about, and shared stories of, the traditions enjoyed by those who celebrate this holiday!
VIDEO - The MTPS bond referendum targets large-scale improvements like HVAC updates and security enhancements through upfront funding and $9.5 million in state aid that is only available with voter approval. WATCH: https://youtu.be/ESOB8RvX-Bs
Happy Hanukkah. Wishing all a happy festival of lights with family & friends.
VIDEO- Elementary enrollment is 100+ beyond school capacity NOW and projected to grow as current homeowners expand their families. PLANNED housing adds to the forecast. Hear more about the proposal for additions and renovations to meet our need for space: https://youtu.be/yUXPkqyNOG0
#ArtInTheHalls! VIDEO! Check out student artists at 86 River Road. M-F from 8:30-4:00! This video highlights the work on display in the gallery for December 2023. Grades K-5. This month featuring the artwork of students at Hilldale and William Mason Elementary Schools! Check it out! https://youtu.be/pxKf3-qKibs
MTPS is committed to improving security across all our schools. Two-stage vestibules are proposed for five schools, some of them created inside and some built outside. With the referendum less than a week away – confirm how and when you’ll vote! More: montville.net/referendum
#MontvilleBOE meeting. TONIGHT, Tues., Dec. 5 at 7:30PM at #MTHS Media Center. See agenda and more MTPS Board of Ed information here: https://www.montville.net/page/board-meeting-information
Next week’s bond referendum is a plan to unlock $9.5 million dollars in key state aid. Effectively, the district could receive $70M in improvements at a cost of $54M. This short video explains the funding plan: https://youtu.be/2JPH_gfSfms
See how proposed building additions in the MTPS bond referendum would look at each elementary school. With about a week until the vote, get the facts about the need for space NOW and in the future: montville.net/referendum
"A Season of Gratitude"
Superintendent Dr. Thomas Gorman welcomes the season and highlights the "Attitude of Gratitude" & character he finds in MTPS, students, faculty, staff, families, and community.
https://www.montville.net/page/superintendents-office
If you missed last night’s forum, a recording is now available. Panelists answered various questions from the community regarding the Dec. 12 referendum: proposed projects, financial strategy, key voter deadlines and more. Space. Security. HVAC.
https://youtu.be/FbPs56Agjec
Remember to VOTE Dec 12.
Referendum Forum Reminder! Tonight! Wed. Nov. 29: Hear from the experts! A VIRTUAL webinar-styled forum will be held at 7PM for the community to learn more about the Dec. 12 referendum and ask questions. The link to join is available at: www.montville.net/referendumforum.
Simple partitions provide short-term solutions to the district’s need for space, but they can hardly keep visual distractions down or contain sounds. Read more at montville.net/referendum about the Dec. 12 bond proposal and how it seeks funding to add walls and separate entrances for certain classrooms.
Watch this video to learn about the proposed projects that voters will decide on Dec. 12! Click the link to hear about key details and other important information before you cast your vote. WATCH: www.montville.net/referendumvideo
Happy Thanksgiving! Check out this sampling of DISGUISE A TURKEY entries from #MTHS staff!
Enjoy #FamilyandFriends this holiday weekend! #Gratitude! See you next week!
Happy Thanksgiving! Check out this sampling of DIGUSE A TURKEY entries from #MTHS staff!
Enjoy #FamilyandFriends this holiday weekend! #Gratitude! See you next week! #GoodNewsinNJSchools
CANCELLED! Tonight's (12/4) parenting event is cancelled.
PARENTS/GUARDIANS! Cancelled. In-person Parenting Event: Social Emotional Parenting! w/Kelly Canzone, LCSW. Mon, Dec. 4 at 7PM at #MTHS is CANCELLED.
By bringing state funds back to our community, local taxes would not pay all the costs of proposed improvements in the Dec. 12 bond referendum. Get key info about the $9.5 million state aid commitment – only available with voter approval: montville.net/referendum