LPS Spotlight
News for the Livingston Public Schools Community
The Livingston Board of Education is pleased to announce the anticipated appointment of Mr. Mark Stern as the new Superintendent of Livingston Public Schools. A lifelong educator and pillar of the district for over 25 years, Mr. Stern’s appointment marks a new chapter for the community he has served as an English Teacher, English and Language Arts Supervisor, Livingston High School Assistant Principal, Livingston High School Principal, and, most recently, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum, Instruction, and Technology. Click here to read the full press release.
Kindergarten registration for the 2026-2027 school year is now open. Registration for all other grades begins on May 1, 2026.
- A child is eligible for kindergarten this fall if they have reached the age of five years on or before October 1, 2026. Policy #5112 Entrance Age
- Only a parent or legal guardian residing in Livingston may register a new student.
- Proof of residency or other special circumstances is required. As part of the online registration process, you will be asked to acknowledge and confirm that you meet the requirements of Policy #5111 Eligibility of Resident and NonResident Students. Pay special attention to the section on "Home Construction."
- Parents must complete the entire kindergarten registration process by May 15, 2026, to be notified of their child’s school placement by June 1, 2026. View Policy #5120 (Assignment of Pupils)
- If your child currently attends the Livingston Public School Pre-School program you do NOT have to complete the Online Registration. Please contact Amy Ennis at aennis@livingston.org for registration instructions.
Click here to access the 2026-2027 PRIDE Program application.
Livingston Public Schools' P.R.I.D.E. (Pre-School Readiness Individual Development Education) Program is a full-day program with spots available for non-disabled preschool students. Scheduling details of the program will be shared with families who apply for consideration. The cost for students selected by lottery is $9,300 for the full 2026-2027 school year. The program takes place from 8:20 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. daily and follows the school district’s calendar. The application window will close on February 28, 2026.
Please note that Livingston Public Schools does NOT provide transportation to the PRIDE program. Additionally, there is NO before/aftercare being offered for the 2026-2027 school year for preschool-aged students.
Livingston Public Schools is committed to providing students with excellent educational experiences for students of all ages this summer! The district is pleased to offer a variety of summer programs designed to help students reach their full potential through personalized teacher guidance and additional "time on task."
Course Offerings:
Remedial Courses (Online Only): Designed for students needing to recoup lost credit.
Bridge Courses: Preparation for students entering AP or Honors courses for the first time this September.
Enrichment Courses: Fun, interest-based classes including Art, Engineering (Elementary/Middle), and Science Research.
Math/English Enrichment (LHS): Targeted support for Grades 10–11 to meet high school graduation requirements via the Accuplacer assessment.
Registration & Tuition: Please review the program dates, times, and tuition details by clicking the link below. Note that courses are contingent upon sufficient enrollment; if a course is canceled, tuition will be refunded. Refunds are not provided for student absences.
The Livingston High School Science Pathways program invites parents and students to attend an upcoming informational meeting on Wednesday, January 21, 2026. The event is designed to help students with their 2026-2027 scheduling decisions.
The meeting will be held in the LHS Auditorium, with the program starting at 6:30 pm. Attendees will have the opportunity to discover the diversified science pathways available within the high school and determine which option is the best fit for their future. The evening will include break-out sessions focusing on the specific pathways including Science Research, Biotechnology and Health Sciences.
Livingston Public Schools strives to respond to concerns and/or questions as quickly and effectively as possible. In a school system, as in any organization, the “chain of command” refers to communication levels of authority in the school district. The philosophy behind the chart in the link below is to refer community members to those people in the organization who can best solve any concerns or questions that may arise, and then direct them to the appropriate people if issues are not able to be effectively addressed at the first level.
STAY CONNECTED
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988 SUICIDE & CRISIS LIFELINE
The FCC recently approved a new 3-digit dialing code, 988, for mental health crisis and suicide prevention.
The 988 line operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for calls, texts, and chat. Learn more about the new nationwide 3-digit dialing code for crisis and suicide prevention.
MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT
LPS students, staff members, and their families can use Care Solace to quickly find verified mental health, behavioral health, and substance use treatment options matched to their needs, regardless of circumstances. Care Solace’s team is available 24/7/365 and can support you in any language. This is a FREE and CONFIDENTIAL service provided by LPS. Learn more about Care Solace.
Interested and qualified applicants are invited to apply via our online application. Our administrative staff will be reviewing resumes and contacting those individuals who they feel will best meet the needs of the positions we have available at this time. Some screening will be conducted over the phone, and some interviews will be in person and others will take place online using online platforms. Since we have many positions available, we are not able to return phone calls regarding open positions or status of applications.
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HOMELESS CHILDREN AND YOUTH RESOURCES
The Essex Regional Educational Services Commission (ERESC) Education of Homeless Children and Youth (EHCY) Program has an online resource for children, youth and families experiencing homelessness. https://eresccares.org is where families can go to find free or reduced-cost resources like food, housing, financial assistance, health care, and more.
LIVINGSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
The Livingston Public Library has something for everyone! Learn more about the library HERE.
WATCH LTV... IT'S ALL ABOUT LIVINGSTON!
LTV, Livingston, NJ's community access television channel, can be found on cable television via Comcast (Channel 34) and Verizon (Channels 26 and 28). Additionally, LTV can now be found online at www.LivingstonTV.org, which provides a live stream of the cable channel plus numerous shows available to watch ON-DEMAND! LTV is operated by the Livingston Public Broadcasting Committee, a group of volunteers (adults and high school students) who recognize all the good that Livingston has to offer; have an interest in television programming, production, operations and marketing; and give their time toward promoting local information, entertainment, and education to all members of the Livingston community!
