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The Metuchen Public Schools will have a delayed opening tomorrow, Wednesday, February 12, 2025. See school websites for times.

Metuchen Public Schools will operate on a delayed opening schedule tomorrow, Thursday, February 6, 2025. Visit the website for school specific times.

The metuchen public schools will have an early dismissal on Wednesday, august 28, 2024. The forecast is for temperatures in the low to mid nineties with high humidity. Thursday will be a regular day - and as a reminder, Friday is already a scheduled early dismissal day.

Metuchen Public Schools will be closed on Friday January 19. The day will be made up in June.

Due to low temperatures and expected overnight snow, the Metuchen Public Schools will operate on a delayed opening tomorrow, Tuesday, January 16, 2024.

October 11, 2023
Good afternoon,
It’s with anger and sadness that I share this message with the community. This weekend Israel and its citizens were victimized by a brutal terrorist attack. Many lives have already been lost. Families will never be the same. Cities in Israel have been damaged and in Gaza, some have already been destroyed in retaliation. There is an unimaginable human cost to this attack and subsequent military action. We acknowledge the direct and deep impact to our community who have family members or friends in the region. We want you to know that we are helping our own staff deal with this unfolding tragedy - so that we can be supportive to our parents and children. Our schools will be safe places for students. They should know that there are trusted adults that can talk to them. We endeavor to create a sense of normalcy for staff and students - in an evermore chaotic world. Here are helpful resources, including our district website, for dealing with for traumatic loss and traumatic events:
https://www.metuchenschools.org/o/mhs/page/resources-for-traumatic-loss

https://www.nctsn.org/sites/default/files/resources/fact-sheet/talking-to-children-about-war_0.pdf

https://www.nctsn.org/sites/default/files/resources/fact-sheet/talking_to_kids_about_hate_crimes_anti-semitism_final.pdf

https://www.nctsn.org/resources/talking-to-children-about-war

https://www.nasponline.org/resources-and-publications/resources-and-podcasts/school-safety-and-crisis/school-violence-resources/talking-to-children-about-violence-tips-for-families-and-educators

In addition, please see the below message and additional resources from Effective School Solutions, one of our district partner mental health providers:

This week has brought with it a barrage of unfathomable news regarding the situation in Israel and Gaza. The news and images coming from this region are disturbing and have had a great impact on adults and children alike. The exposure to traumatic events is ongoing for those that watch the news, read articles, or look at social media. Though this is a highly sensitive topic, the live viewing of trauma in real time is a reality we must all be aware of. It is not a time to shy away from acknowledging the deep impact these events have had. Below, you will find some resources that may be of use to you, your students or the families in our community.

How to talk to your children about conflict and war | UNICEF Parenting (www.unicef.org)

Supporting Youth Affected by the Violence in Israel and Gaza: Tips for Families and Educators (nasponline.org)

Resources for Educators, Families to Discuss the Events in Israel and Gaza with Students | post (sdcoe.net)

Discussing War and Conflict: Resources for Educators, Parents and Caregivers | Learning for Justice (www.learningforjustice.org)

How to talk to your children about conflict in Israel and Gaza, Hamas : NPR (www.npr.org)

The Israeli-Palestinian conflict explained | CBC Kids News - YouTube (https://www.cbckidsnews.ca)

Social media provides immediate access to world news. Much of it though is unfiltered. Here is a link from ESS - for children and adults alike - that may be useful for protecting your mental health from violent content online: https://www.instagram.com/p/CyO4vCNs8j0/?img_index=1

We are here to support one another.
With empathy,
Dr. Vincent Caputo, Superintendent of Schools

Message to Community October 11 2023
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WqwSU2kQrT_QbBg4URIAi8GmEPyGBxKx28KQyFd00xs/edit

Metuchen High School When a traumatic event occurs, students, parents, teachers, and friends may be experiencing a lot of different feelings and emotions. Metuchen Public School District encourages you to review the resources below to assist you as you listen, reflect, and respond to your family as you process your feel...

Good afternoon. Thanks for your cooperation today. We had a great first day. With record setting temperatures continuing, the metuchen public schools will operate on a planned early dismissal schedule for the entire week. We know this creates issues for parents and we appreciate your understanding. Stay cool.
Dr. Vincent Caputo

Good afternoon. We will have an early dismissal tomorrow, Tuesday, September 5. With temperatures forecast for the low to mid 90s, all week, please have alternate plans in case we need additional early dismissal days.
Dr Vincent Caputo

June 15, 2023

Good morning! I hope this last regularly-scheduled weekly message (for the school year) finds you well.

Today (Thursday) is an early dismissal day for students. Tomorrow (Friday) the district is closed in observance of Juneteenth. The final two school days, Monday and Tuesday, are early dismissal days for students.

Please remit payment for any outstanding lunch balances.

Re-registration will occur this summer for all rising fifth and ninth graders. Date options are July 26, August 1, August 3, August 16, August 17, and August 19. Times will be available for signup beginning on June 30, when you will receive an email. Visit here for more information: https://5il.co/1wi7s or 202324_Summer_5th___9th_grade_Residency_Verification_ALL_Students.pdf (core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com)

I'll see many of you at the kindergarten ceremonies, the 8th grade promotion (Monday, June 19), or the MHS graduation (Friday, June 23). And then throughout the summer - around the Borough and at Summer Institute and at Extended School Year programs.

Have a fantastic last few days of school - and a great summer! We are here all summer. Reach out if there is anything you need.

Dr. Vincent Caputo, Superintendent of Schools

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Good afternoon.

What a crazy week! First choking smoke from Canadian wildfires, then the indictment of a former president. In times like this, resilience is important. We want our students (and adults) to learn and practice SEL skills so they can handle and bounce back from difficult situations and challenges that present themselves. Just as important though is empowerment. A few parents decided for health reasons to keep their children home. I get it. Many students and staff wore masks Wednesday and even Thursday. Taking action can be empowering. It gives us control over our situations.

Similarly, the Surgeon General’s warning about kids and social media makes me think about how the schools can partner with families. Students in school get direct instruction about the benefits and dangers of social media. This empowers students protect their mental health. We also want to offer the information and support for parents who want to delay their child's use of social media. This is a way that parents can be empowered to have some control over their children’s social media exposure.

Speaking about the wildfires’ smoke, our staff and students deserve a lot a credit. They were resilient, making Wednesday and Thursday productive, while Friday was essentially a normal day. Thanks for your efforts. By the way, just before midnight Wednesday, superintendents received an email saying that virtual days could count during this air quality alert emergency. It was a moot point for Wednesday and essentially useless for Thursday given the time we received it. We don’t expect issues next week - but should the air quality index reach the dangerous levels like this week (in the 400s), districts would have the option to use virtual days.

Re-registration for select individuals and all rising fifth and ninth grade students will happen this summer. Information will be available soon so you can sign up for the dates/times that best fit your schedule.

Events around Metuchen are never-ending. You are fortunate to live in a place that values community time. See you around town!

As a reminder, next week: schools are open Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday for full days, and Thursday for a student early dismissal day. On Friday, 6/16, the schools are closed in observation of Juneteenth. Then the school year ends with student early dismissal days on Monday, 6/19, and Tuesday 6/20.

Have a great weekend.

Dr. Vincent Caputo, Superintendent of Schools

June 1, 2023

Good morning!

Come out to support the Celebrating our Experts series with our last of seven sessions, on Tuesday, June 6 at Edgar School, at 3:30pm. Teachers Michele Huff and Melanie Gilbert, and student Leah Wentnick will present on mental health.

We will be registering a number of students this summer, including all rising fifth and ninth graders. Re-registration will happen from 3pm to 7pm on Thursday, June 29, Tuesday, August 1, Thursday, August 3, Wednesday, August 16, and Thursday, August 17, and from 9am to noon on Saturday, August 19, 2023. More information will follow, but take note so you are available on one of these dates. Thank you.

Let's congratulate Mr. Cohen and everyone associated with Moss School, which was honored with four prestigious awards: State School of Character, National School of Character, and two National Promising Practice Awards. What a week!

Have a wonderful weekend. Hope to see you around the borough.

Dr. Vincent Caputo, Superintendent of Schools

May 26, 2023

Good morning!

The entire district staff is hard at work today: presenting and attending important professional workshops. I hope this message finds you well – and enjoying the start of a long weekend that is safe and restful.

Many parents have outstanding lunch balances. All have already been contacted by the school offices. You need to pay your balances, totaling thousands across the district. Communicate with the school offices if you have any questions or concerns. Thank you for your cooperation.

I was astounded this week at the number of items in the various lost-and-found areas. Please encourage your children to collect their items and if they don’t use them, they should consider donating them. Many items looked to be in good shape. Thanks.

Don’t forget to complete the Rutgers Reading form and to collect your tickets for one of two Rutgers football games in the fall. See the Wednesday mailer for more information.

This week, Moss School was honored as a 2023 state and national school of character. Congratulations to all stakeholders: staff, parents, and students. We are so proud!

In my remarks to staff today, I will share how I remain “determined and optimistic.” Thanks for making Metuchen a great community and a great school district.

Talk soon.
Dr. Vincent Caputo, Superintendent of Schools