Secaucus Middle School

Dear SMS Families,

March is always a busy and exciting time at Secaucus Middle School. As we move closer to spring, we continue to be proud of the growth, resilience, and Patriot Pride our students show each day. From classroom learning and assessments to clubs, athletics, and schoolwide events, our students are challenging themselves, building confidence, and stepping into new leadership opportunities.

As we enter the final stretch of the school year, we encourage all students to remain focused, consistent, and committed to their goals.

Thank you for your continued partnership and support. Together, we are fostering a positive, safe, and supportive environment where every SMS Patriot can thrive.

Marking period 3 Progress Reports will be available to view on the Realtime Parent Portal beginning March 11th. Please log in to the below link to see your child's grades.

https://www.fridayparentportal.com/portal/security/login.cfm.

The PSAT 8/9 will be administered on Thursday, April 16, 2026. Registration is optional and open only to Grade 8 students.

🔗 Registration Link: https://forms.gle/VcszrWkWEQp3n2eY8

💲 Cost: $20

🗓 Registration Deadline: Thursday, March 12, 2026

💵 Payment Due: Thursday, March 19, 2026

Payment Method:
Cash or check made payable to Secaucus Middle School

It’s time for students to begin selecting courses for the 2026–2027 school year! SHS offers a wide range of courses to support students’ interests, strengths, and academic goals. Detailed course descriptions are available in the online Program of Studies.

🗓️ Course Request Meeting Dates

• Current Juniors: February 23–27

• Current Sophomores: March 2–6

• Current Freshmen: March 9–13

• Current Eighth Graders: March 16–20

Students will submit course requests and select electives during their individual meetings with their school counselor.

After requests are entered, parents/guardians may review selections in the Realtime Parent Portal under the Course Requests tab. Families are encouraged to discuss options together.

Please note: Course requests are used for planning purposes and do not represent finalized schedules. Final schedules will be released in August.

For questions, please contact the School Counseling Department.

Celebrate Secaucus Middle School’s Class of 2026 with a lawn sign! $35 each, order by April 30, 2026.

Congratulations to the Patriot's of the Month! Your hard work and positive attitude inspire others and make SMS a better place every day.

6th grade- Vidhan Dangol

7th grade- Leah Rubin

8th grade- Jaxon Miller

The Patriot Perk, a new Work-Based Learning Cafe, has officially opened at Secaucus High School. This wonderful space was designed to foster inclusion, teach essential life skills, and provide hands-on career readiness for students. It was a proud day for our entire school community, and we are thrilled to see our district continue to create such impactful opportunities for all learners.

Get ready to show your school spirit as we celebrate March Madness at Secaucus Middle School!

Students and staff are invited to participate in the following themed dress down days. All attire must be school-appropriate and in accordance with the Student Handbook.

The Secaucus Public School District is proud to celebrate Autism Acceptance Month this April. Students, faculty, and staff are invited to show their support by wearing Autism Acceptance shirts every Friday in April.

This year’s Autism Acceptance shirt is available for $15, and all proceeds will benefit Spectrum Works, a Secaucus-based nonprofit that provides job training, internships, and employment opportunities for young autistic adults while helping companies build more inclusive workplaces.

If you would like to purchase a shirt, please complete the form below and return it with payment to school by Friday, March 13th. Orders cannot be accepted after this date or without payment.

Thank you for helping us promote acceptance and support in our community!

Join the SGO and Gaming Club on Tuesday, March 31st from 3:00–5:00 PM in the Red Gym for an afternoon of games, sports, Nintendo Switch fun, and snacks.

Entry is $5, and all permission slips and payment must be submitted by March 18th. Don’t miss it! See below the flyer and digital permission slip.

• PERMISSION SLIP
• FLYER

This is an important reminder that all students are expected to follow the dress code outlined in the Student Handbook to maintain a focused and respectful learning environment.

Key Reminders:

• No head coverings unless approved for religious or medical reasons.

• Shorts and skirts must reach fingertip length.

• Jeans, crop tops, tank tops, midriff, and off-shoulder tops are not permitted.

• Leggings, yoga pants, pajama pants, and biker shorts are not allowed.

• Shoes must be securely fastened (no flip-flops, slippers, or slides).

Students must arrive dressed appropriately, including those with first-period PE. Repeated violations may result in being asked to change before returning to class.

🛍️School Uniform items can be purchased in traditionally approved stores as well as our school store and on the Patriot Pop Up Shop website.

As always, please don’t hesitate to reach out to the main office or your child’s school counselor with any questions.

Best regards,

Dr. Danielle Garzon

Secaucus Middle School Principal

Mr. Christopher Innis

Secaucus Middle School Assistant Principal