The 12-20-2024 WTPS Newsletter is here!
Congratulations to all the WTPS Governor's Educator of the Year Nominees, read about the Wayne Hills High School Ambassadors participating in the annual Peer Chats at the Middle Schools, and learn all the ways our AMAZING school community G I V E S B A CK !
Dear Parents, Students, and Community Members,
As we enter the holiday season, we want to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude to each member of our school community for your contributions to the success of our schools. Collectively, we created an environment that fosters learning, growth, and school spirit.
The holiday season is a great time for reflection, gratitude, and spending cherished moments with loved ones. We hope this time brings you joy, peace, and an opportunity to recharge for the year ahead.
May the holiday season fill your homes with warmth, your hearts with love, and your lives with joy.
Wishing all a happy and healthy holiday season and a great 2025!
Sincerely,
Mark Toback and Lauren Kazmark
Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent
Wayne Special Parents Association Presents a Sensory Friendly Movie Event.
Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 10:30am. Please plan to arrive by 10:15am
Hawthorne Theater - 300 Lafayette Avenue, Hawthorne, NJ
Price: $17 per ticket (includes admission, popcorn, and soft drink).
REMINDER: 📅
12/20/24 - Minimal Day for Start of Holiday Recess
12/23/24 - 12/31/24 - Schools Closed for Holiday Recess
1/1/2025 - Schools Closed for New Year's Day
1/2/2025 - Schools Reopen
Read the new 12-13-2024 WTPS Newsletter!
Attend the High School Winter Concerts on 12/17 & 12/18, learn about Channel 190 at Packanack, Game Time at George Washington and Schuyler Colfax and more: https://bit.ly/4gzYzmI
The Wayne Board of Education is excited to announce a partnership with Comegno Education Institute to conduct a search for the district's next superintendent of schools. This decision comes after Dr. Mark Toback announced his retirement.
Full press release: https://5il.co/32tkt
Join us at Wayne Township Public Schools! www.wayneschools.com/WTPSJobs
REMINDER - WTPS Schedule the Week of 11/4/24
Monday 11/4 -
Students & Staff Regular Day
Tuesday 11/5 -
STUDENTS OFF FOR ELECTION DAY / Staff Inservice Day
Wednesday 11/6 -
Students & Staff Regular Day
Thursday 11/7 & Friday 11/8 -
Schools Closed for
NJEA Convention
*Daylight Savings Time Ends. Turn your clock back 1 hour on 11/3/24 at 2:00am.
"Learning is treasure that will follow its owner everywhere."
- Chinese Proverb
Wishing all of our students, teachers, staff, and parents/guardians a WONDERFUL school year!
Here are some of the places you visited this summer!
And photos of some of the smiling faces that have been missed around the school buildings!
Only one more sleep....
We can't wait to see you!!!
Dear WTPS Community,
As we stand on the threshold of a new school year, I am filled with excitement and optimism for our journey ahead. Whether you are returning to our schools or joining us for the first time, I welcome each of you—students, families, teachers, staff, and community members. Together, we are a strong and vibrant community committed to the success of every student.
This year, we will continue to foster an environment where every student feels supported, challenged, and inspired. Our dedicated staff has been working tirelessly to prepare our schools for another year of growth, learning, and discovery.
We are also excited to introduce several new initiatives this year, including a new learning management system for our high school students, significant security and technology upgrades, parent outreach programs, and a variety of facility enhancements at each of our schools. We will also continue to build upon our Profile of a Graduate project (Click here to view: bit.ly/4eaitmS). These efforts represent our ongoing commitment to providing a well-rounded, high-quality education that prepares our students for the challenges and opportunities of the future.
As we embark on this new academic year, please stay engaged and connected with our schools. Your involvement is key to the success of our students and our district. Whether through volunteering, attending school events, or simply staying informed, your participation makes a difference.
In closing, I want to thank you for your continued support and partnership.
Here’s to a year filled with learning, growth, and achievement!
Warm regards,
Mark Toback
Superintendent of Schools
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Middle School schedules for WTPS students will be released on 8/27 at 3pm.
To view your student's schedule on Tuesday, a Primary parent/guardian must log into OnCourse Connect with their parent account & acknowledge the forms.
2024-2025 Bus Pass information for all eligible WTPS students has been sent via email.
Please make sure to check all the email addresses listed in your student's OnCourse accout for your child's bus pass.
Making the most of every drop of summer! More vacation news from our WTPS staff!
Sue-Ann Alonso (WVHS) went to South Korea, Gina Anthony (WHHS) was at the NYSE and Disney World, Patty Coviello (Central Office) spent time in Newport, Rosalie Vallario (WHHS) traveled to Italy, Laura Healy (SCMS) visited family in Ireland, Debbie Giambatista (Central Office) vacationed in Seaside Park, and Colleen Vassallo (James Fallon) competed in Lake Placid.
Read more: www.wayneschools.com/Summer2024
The Wayne Township Board of Education recently appointed seven administrators for the 2024-2025 school year. Superintendent of Schools Mark Toback recently commented, “We are fortunate to have excellent candidates to fill such important positions. The candidates all have something in common. They have a history of holding themselves to the highest professional standards and they all have great prior work experiences that will benefit our school system. I am also pleased to note that four of the seven appointees are current school district employees that have been promoted.” https://5il.co/2tk3g
WTPS Student schedules for 24-25 will be available after 3pm on the Student Info tab of OnCourse Connect:
8/23-High School
8/27-Middle School
8/28-Elementary & PECC
A Primary Parent/Guardian must accept the 24/25 Back to School Forms prior.
Read more: https://bit.ly/4coVfYQ
WTPS Staff Summer Vacation Updates! Liz Statuto (Central Office) went to Aruba, Michelle Morrison (GWMS) visited Wildwood, and Lauren Pici Mahmudi traveled to Turks & Caicos http://bit.ly/4dgNplr
More vacation news from our WTPS staff! Lindsay Miller (AWMS) went to a conference in San Diego, CA, Carmela Minichiello (WVHS) went to Ireland, and Donna Reichman (Central Office) went to Greece! https://bit.ly/4d6UIvX
We hope you are enjoying your summer! Here's how some of our WTPS staff is spending their time. Maria Maritato (AWMS) went to Myrtle Beach, Vanessa McCue (PLES) went to Sicily, and Jessica Fishman (WHHS) went to Italy and North Beach Haven, NJ. Clcik to read more: http://bit.ly/4dgiFR5
Join our team!
View Available Positions for the School Year 2024-2025
Apply now at www.wayneschools.com/WTPSjobs