HP Community,
As we wrap up this week, a huge thank you to all nine student council presidential groups who participated this year—the highest number of candidates we've had in years! Your willingness to step up, speak out, and share your ideas took guts and showed true leadership.
After thoughtful presentations, interviews and voting, we are excited to announce the 2025-2026 Student Council Presidents are: Noah Ahn, Nathan Ahn, and Dylan Song! Congratulations, we look forward to seeing the impact you'll make on HP next year!
Last night, our 8th graders had their traditional semi-formal Dinner Dance at the Old Tappan Manor. Today, Pre-K had their year-end moving up ceremony. Check out photos from both on social media.
In other news, we hosted Field Days this week for all students. Thank you to our awesome Physical Education Department for their planning efforts! On Monday evening, we hosted a “Summer Book Tasting” for students in grades 3 & 4. Thank you to Ms. Weber & Ms. McHale. Students got to browse some potential summer reads and everyone who participated went home with a new book!
We are excited to share that grade level School Kits for the 25-26 School Year are now available for purchase and will be shipped directly to your home! Go to https://schooltoolbox.com/school-supplies/
In sports news, what an unforgettable week for the HP Girls Softball team! After finishing the regular season as the #1 seed, the girls earned a bye and came out strong in our playoff game on Tuesday, 6/3 against Closter. Closter jumped out to a quick 3–1 lead after the first inning, but our girls stayed composed and fired back with two runs in the bottom of the second to tie the game 3–3. The next inning remained locked down on both sides. Then, in the bottom of the 4th, Alyssa Criaris sparked the momentum with a clutch triple and bold steal home to take the lead. Paige Radoian crushed a shot to center that was robbed, but Olive Schryver followed up with a huge 2-out hit to right and hustled all the way home for a solo home run. The Spartans caught fire in the 5th inning, adding 5 more runs and securing a 10–4 victory. On Wednesday, 6/4, the girls faced Old Tappan in the championship game—and what a performance it was. The first two innings were close and competitive. Olive Schryver’s smart base running helped give us the early lead, with Alyssa Criaris and Paige Radoian driving her in. Paige Palmer, pitching back-to-back games, was in complete control on the mound and also delivered three massive hits at the plate. By the 3rd inning, HP found its rhythm. With explosive hitting, smart baserunning, and seamless communication, the Spartans scored 10 more runs between the 3rd and 5th innings. The defense was locked in across the infield and outfield, allowing just one run from OT. The game ended in the 5th by mercy rule with a 12–1 championship win! This team has grown so much, and every single player contributed to this incredible journey. Coach Rallo is beyond proud of the heart, hustle, and unity these girls have shown all season long.
The next two weeks are busy at HP as we close out the school year. Please review the dates and events below! Please note the last day of Homework Helpers is Thursday, June 12. The last morning of the Before School Program support is also June 12th.
As a reminder to families, when dropping off and picking up, please DO NOT leave your cars idling.
Next Friday, June 13th, is our concert for students in grades 1-3. Please review the start times below. The concerts will take place in the Big Gym:
9:00 am Grade 1
9:30 am Grade 2
10:00 am Grade 3
Summer Escape Camp is back again this year, running from August 4th–22nd, Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. This engaging camp offers a fun blend of academic enrichment and social-emotional learning to keep minds sharp and spirits high! For more details and to register, please visit the Summer Escape section on our school website. We hope to see you there! https://www.hpsd.org/page/spartan-summer-escape
Have a wonderful weekend HP!
Jessica Nitzberg
Principal
June Happenings:
Tuesday, June 10th - HSA Meeting 1:30 pm Town Library
Wednesday, June 11th - 8th Grade Awards Night 7:00pm
Thursday, June 12th - 8th Grade Pool Party - Town Pool
Friday, June 13th - Grade 1,2,3 Concert - 9:00 am Grade 1, 9:30 am Grade 2, 10:00 am Grade3
Friday, June 13th - Blue & White Spirit Day
Saturday, June 14th - Class of 2026 Car Wash!
Tuesday, June 17th - 8th Grade Graduation 7:00 pm Big Gym - Ticketed event
Thursday, June 19th - Minimum Session Day 12:45pm dismissal for all students - Report Cards Available Online.
Friday, June 20th - Last Day of School - Minimum Session Day 12:45pm dismissal & 6th & 7th Grade Awards 9:00am & 8th Grade Clap Out!
Weekly Flyers:
Class of 2026 Car Wash
Junior Woman's Kindergarten Rally
Girl Scout Diaper Drive
Community News:
NVOT is running a summer track and field camp for young student athletes from the Northern Valley. I was hoping that you can help in getting the information out to the Harrington Park school community. We would greatly appreciate any help you can provide. https://sites.google.com/nvnet.org/nvtrackcamp/home
Spartan Basketball Camp-There are still openings available to join this year’s camp!
Mr. Leichte and the HP basketball team would like to invite girls and boys entering 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th grade to join us for a fun and exciting week of learning and developing fundamental basketball skills. The camp will focus on having fun while learning important skills needed to be successful on the court. Skill work will include shooting, passing, ball handling, rebounding, and defense.
Camp Info Dates: June 23-27th and August 11-15, 2025 -
Time: 9 am – 12 pm -
Cost: $175 (includes camp t-shirt)
Daily Drop-Off and Pick-Up: Harrington Park School -Gymnasium-
What to Bring: water bottle, snack and basketball (each clearly labeled with name)
If you have any questions please contact Mr. Leichte - Email: Leichte@HPSD.org
2025 Golden Knights Soccer Camp-
Dates: Mon, July 7 - Fri, Jul 11, 2025
Location: Highland Field, Harrington Park Times: M-Th 9am - 2pm, Fri 9am-12pm
Campers from all towns welcome
5 -12 year olds - Half Day -9-12pm (Full day option available -9-2pm)
13 -18 year olds - Mon thru Thurs -9am -2pm/9am to 12pm Friday
COST:
Half Day Camp - $250
Full Day Camp - $300
Soph -Senior Camp rate - $150
Email Torrie@hpsd.org to register for this camp only
***SOLD OUT LAST YEAR!***
Ages 5-18, boys and girls,
First serve basis, LIMITED TO 100 KIDS.
***SOLD OUT LAST YEAR!***
Two Weeks of Speedsters & Academy Soccer Camps in August
Week 1:
Monday, August 4th to Friday, August 8th
9am to 12pm
Ages 4-16
Highland Field,Tappan Road, Harrington Park, NJ
Week 2:
Monday, August 11th to Friday, August 15th
9am to 12pm
Ages 4-16
Veterans Memorial Field, Northvale, NJ
Both Camps are $240 for the week, or $60 per day
REGISTER HERE:
https://www.wellnessliving.com/rs/event/speed_soccer_academy?k_class_tab=32918