PLEASE REMEMBER TO CURB YOUR DOC! As a reminder: During school hours INCLUDING drop off and pickup, animals, especially DOGS are not permitted on school property. This is regardless of their size or if they are leashed. It is reflective of BOE Policy #7490.

Please Remember to Curb Your Dog!

September 30, 2022
Thank you for your cooperation!!! #hp #LeadOn!
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From the Desk of the President of the Harrington Park Board of Education Wishing those who celebrated Rosh Hashanah a Happy New Year! The BOE met last Thursday and continued to work on various items to support a successful 2022-2023 academic year by reviewing key initiatives and programs that the school administration and staff are participating in. At the apex of the District's success is the Self Development Growth Plan (SDGP), where staff participate in the creation of an action research project. These action research-based projects are a part of their observation and evaluation process and have impacted their practice and craft. This process has been recognized as a best practice in the State of New Jersey. One of the prime examples is the 'Daily Mile' that provided physical and mental healing during the pandemic which became a lighthouse program for the entire State of New Jersey. Another example that grew from this freedom to try innovative ideas by the teachers is "What I Need" (WIN), which incorporates multiple evaluative data to identify students' strengths and also areas that are in need of additional support. With this approach, students can be individually supported and given sufficient challenges during core subject lessons throughout the year. This program was implemented for K-3 grades but will soon be extended to 4-8 as well. These and many other programs are in development and ongoing in the SDGP, and all support to empower and enhance the teaching staff for direct impact on instruction and student care. The Board will continue to be apprised of the effectiveness of these initiatives and work with the administration to support the success of our students. Also at our meeting, the Administration and the Board had the pleasure of honoring dedication and service. They will remain in the hearts of every student, alumni, and staff that each of them touched over all those years. Have a wonderful week, and enjoy the great weather we have! Sincerely, HPBOE President, Stephen Hahm

From the Desk of the President (HPBOE)

September 30, 2022
HP BOE Message
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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30TH IS A BLUE & WHITE SPIRIT and Walk & Bike to School Day! BE SURE TO WEAR YOUR SPARTAN GEAR!

9/30 - Blue & White Spirit and Walk & Bike to School Day!

September 29, 2022
Tomorrow is our first #BlueAndWhiteSpiritDay and Walk and Bike to School Day! Let's see your HP pride, Spartans! #hp #LeadOn ! #HPSpartansWill
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September is National Childhood Cancer Awareness Thursday, Month September 29th, 2022 Pajama Day! CANCER KIDS FIRST PJAMMIN Pajamas tend to be the uniforms of cancer patients. Staff and students get the opportunity to come to school in pajamas! We plan on honoring kids around the world with cancer. In partnership with American Childhood Cancer Organization cancerkidsfirst.org/donate LET'S GO SPARTANS!

Cancer Kids First Pajama Day - 9/29

September 28, 2022
This event is being sponsored by our Middle School Student Council in honor of National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Donate directly to the site listed or bring in $1 on Thu...
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Top: Dr. Fried with Ms. Grocela with a certificate for her retirement. Bottom : Dr. Fried with Ms. Plunkett and Ms. Zumpano and their retirement certificates.

BOE Honors Recent Retirees

September 28, 2022
Last week, the BOE was thrilled to recognize our recent retirees: Mr. Morgan - 29 years Ms. Grocela - 25 years Ms. Plunkett – 27 years Ms. Zumpano – 36 years Congratulations a...
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Top Left, Right, and bottom Right: Students posing together while working the class of 2023 car wash. Bottom Left: Pink sign that says: Car-wash 23' $10".

8th Grade Car Wash

September 19, 2022
8th Grade Car Wash highlights from over the weekend!!! # hp #weare #class2023
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Arial view of the front of the school showing the students during the Planter Painting

HP Planter Painting 2022

September 19, 2022
Check out another incredible video thanks to HP alum Teddy Perides and his brother, 8th grader Vasilios Perides showcasing our annual 8th Grade Planter Painting! #LEADON ! #h...
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Side view of HPSD by Lynn St. showing a large amount of bikes parked there for the cycling safety part of the HPSD PE curriculum.

Cycling Unit

September 15, 2022
Amazed by the amount of bikes parked outside! What a great way to mark the first full week of school and our Physical Education Department's incredible cycling unit! #hp #Le...
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From the Desk of the President of the HP BOE

September 14, 2022
September 14, 2022 From the Desk of the President of the Harrington Park Board of Education. Welcome back everyone! A warm welcome to all new students, parents, and tea...
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Top: Side of the school building showing the new cones and roped off area for pedestrians to walk. Bottom: Alternative angle of coned and roped off area for pedestricans.

Pick Up Reminder

September 13, 2022
School Pick Up Reminder: At dismissal, families are encouraged to use the yellow and coned off areas when picking up. #hp #weare
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MEET THE TEACHER Ms. Paternostro 5th Grade Language Arts ABOUT ME Ms. Paternostro can't live without iced tea lemonade from Starbucks and her hometown is tp - she was even a student at HPSD! CURRENTLY READING She is currently reading through all of the sth grade class novels! She just finished Stone FoX and LOVED H! FUN FACT Fiji and Australia are Ms. Paternostro's favonite places that she has visited and her favorite food is chicken. FAVORITE PART ABOUT BEING IN EDUCATION "My favorite part about being in education is watching my students grow both socially and academically!"

Meet the Teacher: Ms. Paternostro

September 12, 2022
Ms. Paternostro! #hp #weare
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MEET THE TEACHER Ms. Pasi Grade 2 Maternity Leave for Ms. Wise (Sept.-Dec.) ABOUT ME Ms. Pasi can't live without chocolate chip cookies and Negril, Jamaica is her favorite place she's visited! CURRENTLY READING A Room with a zoo by Jules Feiffer FUN FACT She loves seafood, hiking, strength training, and going to Elevate stairclimb right here in Hamington Park! FAVORITE PART ABOUT BEING IN EDUCATION "There are so many things, but i love being able to bridge the gap between education and success. creating a safe and fun environment helps students and their families feel comfortable and happy with education and new ideas! I have worked with children for years and always have one goal in mind: happy and heathy kids, grow into happy and healthy adutts!"

Meet the Teacher: Ms. Pasi

September 9, 2022
Meet Ms. Pasi! #hp #LeadOn !
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8th Grade Project Pride September National Hunger Awareness Month COLLECTION FOR THE NORWOOD FOOD PANTRY Collection Dates: September 12 - September 30 As part of Project Pride, our 8th graders are collecting specific items for The Norwood Food Pantry to support local Northern Valley families. Please consider donating one or more of these items BY GRADE LEVEL. Students can drop the items by the Main Office. - Oil (olive or canola) - HP STAFF - Toothpaste - PRE-K & KINDERGARTEN - Ground or Instant Coffee (regular or decaf) - Grade 1 Bread Crumbs - Grade 2 - Complete Pancake Batter (add water only) - Grade 3 Plastic Bottles of Juice - Grade 4 - Shampoo & Conditioner - Grade 5 - Canned Meats (tuna, chicken, salmon) - Grade 6 - Mayonnaise - Grade 7 - Ketchup- Grade 8 Please ONLY send in new or unexpired items from the above list. Thank you in advance for your support!

8th Grade Project Pride Food Drive

September 9, 2022
Kicking off our September Food Drive next week! #hp #weare #projectpride
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MEET THE TEACHER Ms. Franceschini Grade 1 ABOUT ME Ms. Franceschini can't live without coffee and her favorite food is pizza. CURRENTLY READING Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia owens FUN FACT She enjoys reading and baking. Haly is her favorite place that she's visited! FAVORITE PART ABOUT BEING IN EDUCATION "working with my students and seeing their smiling faces

Meet the Teacher: Ms. Franceschini

September 8, 2022
Meet Ms. Franceschini! #hp #weare
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MEET THE TEACHER Mr. Lawlor Physical Education ABOUT ME Mr. Lawlor enjoys working out, golfing, and going on walks with his wite and puppy. CURRENTLY READING Tiger and Phil: Golf's Most Fascinating Rivalry by Bob Harg FUN FACT Hilton Head Island in South Carolina is mr. Lawlor's favorite place he's visited. He can't live without Skittles and his favorite food is pizza! FAVORITE PART ABOUT BEING IN EDUCATION "My favorite part about being in education is that I'm able to work with students of all abilities and see their success throughout the school year."

Meet the Teacher: Mr. Lawlor

September 7, 2022
Meet Mr. Lawlor!
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MEET THE TEACHER Ms. Pabst Grade 1 ABOUT ME Ms. Pabst can't live without iced coffee (from Starbucks specifically) and her favorite food is pizza! FUN FACT HP is Ms. Pabst's hometown and she is so happy to now be teaching in the school she grew up attending! FUN FACT She loves to cook healthy recipes, sit on the beach, or go for long walks! Aruba is her favorite place she's visited. FAVORITE PART ABOUT BEING IN EDUCATION "There are so many reasons why I love being an educator! one of my favorite things is seeing how much progress my students make from the beginning of the year to the end. It's such a rewarding feeling to see their growth, both academically and socially."

Meet the Teacher: Ms. Pabst

September 6, 2022
Meet Ms. Pabst! #hp #weare #spartans
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Hello! Welcome Back Spartans

Welcome Back, HP!

September 6, 2022
Happy First Day of School and welcome back to our wonderful students and staff! Here's to a great 22-23 school year! #hp #hpSpartansWill #LeadOn !
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MarkTorrie in sunglasses with his PE class waving to the camera in the background.

Mr. Torrie & Daily Mile Featured in NJEA Magazine

September 6, 2022
Check out this amazing article written by our own Mr. Torrie highlighting the many benefits of the Daily Mile. https://www.njea.org/the-daily...
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MEET THE TEACHER Mr. Daleus Middle School Band Director ABOUT ME Mr. Daleus I can't live without being in front of an ensemble. Music is such a powerful tool to connect to other people and he loves that as a conductor, he is able to do that. CURRENTLY READING Every August, right before school starts, Mr. Daleus always like to read Adventures in Band Building by his college band director, Dr. Thomas McCauley. I always gets him energized about the school year and teaching band! FUN FACT He loves soup dumplings and potstickers and going to estate sales. His two favorite places to visit are Newport, RI and Niagara Falls, NY! FAVORITE PART ABOUT BEING IN EDUCATION "My favorite part about being in music education is the transformative power that it has on our day to day life. Making music is inherently human and we're all capable of doing it. It's effect on who we are as people is tremendous. I love being able to create safe spaces for my students where they get to really shine and be who they are unapologetically — l often find that music is the best way to do that. I also really enjoy the "Ohhh... I get it!" or "aha" moments. I's is so satisfying to watch the growth and progress that we go through as learners especially when someone finally gets something that's been giving them trouble and then it click."

Meet the Teacher: Mr. Daleus

September 2, 2022
Meet Mr. Daleus! #hp #weare #LeadOn !
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MEET THE TEACHER Ms. Comstock Grade 6 & 7 ELA ABOUT ME Ms. Comstock loves spending time with her family, running, hiking with her dog, gardening and reading. CURRENTLY READING TEcho Mountain by Lauren wolk. FUN FACT She can't live without books and her favorite food is pizza. Ms. Comstock also loves to visit Kavai, Hawaii, as well as Cape Cod, and Breckinridge, Colorado! FAVORITE PART ABOUT BEING IN EDUCATION "I love working with children, and seeing "A-ha" moments happen for students. I also enjoy sharing my passion for reading, and helping kids make life connections through the novels we read"

Meet the Teacher: Ms. Comstock

September 1, 2022
Meet Ms. Comstock! #hp #weare
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