MSD Community Update 9-23-26

October 2: MHS Homecoming Game

October 7 : MHS Back- to-School Night - (Rescheduled Date)

October 8: Manville Community Fair at Roosevelt

October 9: College & Career Day Fair at MHS

October 9: Homecoming Dance

October 12: No School for Students - In Service for Staff

October 14: BOE Meeting at 7:00pm

October 15: Bilingual Night at MHS

October 29: ABIS Got Talent

October 30: ABIS Halloween Dance

To access our live district/building calendar of events, click here and select the calendar of choice (under mains) to access all of your school's events.

Following approval by the Board of Education, Dr. Angelillo officially steps into the role of Interim Assistant Superintendent, succeeding Kelli Eppley.

Letter from Robert Mooney - Interim Superintendent

Dr. Angelillo brings a incredible wealth of leadership experience to our district:

• Recent Experience: Served as Superintendent of the Ocean City School District for 2 years.

• Proven Administrative Track Record: Over 19 years in leadership roles, including 10+ years as Superintendent/Principal in Boonton Township and 12+ years as a building principal.

• Academic Background: Holds a B.A. in History from Fordham University, an M.A. in Educational Administration & Supervision from Montclair State University, and an Ed.D. in K-12 Administration from Seton Hall University.

Dr. Angelillo is passionate about empowering our school staff, building strong partnerships with families and the community, supporting students across all ability levels, and equipping our youth with the skills needed for future career and workforce success.

Please join us in giving Dr. Angelillo a warm Manville welcome as he begins his work in our schools today! 💙🎓

We are thrilled to celebrate our longtime Board of Education Attorney, David B. Rubin, on his continued recognition in The Best Lawyers in America! Selected strictly by his peers, this honor places him among the top 5% of practicing attorneys nationwide.

Since 2000, Mr. Rubin (Of Counsel at Busch Law Group in Metuchen) has provided Manville with exceptional legal counsel, steady guidance, and deep expertise in school law. His national prominence—including past leadership as Chairman of the National Council of School Attorneys—ensures that our district, board members, and administration are always backed by one of the absolute best in the field.

We are proud to have Mr. Rubin in our corner and thank him for 25+ years of dedicated service to our school community! 👏📚

Spotlight on BOE Member: Kelly Harabin

We are excited to highlight one of our newest Manville Board of Education member!

• Motivation & Experience: Inspired by their three children’s time in the district, they joined the Board to ensure all students—especially those with special needs—are advocated for in policy and decision-making.

• Primary Term Goal: Active participation in selecting a new Superintendent who shares Manville’s core values, prioritizes the community, and maintains district momentum.

• Addressing District Challenges: Focuses on balancing diverse student needs against limited resources through strong support systems, active listening to families and teachers, and smart resource allocation.

• Core Philosophy: Believes in creating opportunities that build student confidence and advises students to "never stop learning."

• Personal Fact: An avid sports fan who roots for the Yankees and the Giants to stay grounded and recharge.

Mark your calendars for Thursday, October 15, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Manville High School for an empowering evening celebrating our diverse community!

Come learn about the people, programs, and opportunities available to help build a stronger future for your family:

• Meet Our Bilingual Staff: Connect directly with school and community staff who are here to listen and support you.

• Discover Family Resources: Learn about free and low-cost programs and services tailored for your family.

• Dinner on Us: Relax and enjoy a full meal with us during dinner time.

• Free Childcare: National Honor Society volunteers will keep your children engaged and cared for while you explore resources.

We hope you'll join us for an evening dedicated to connecting our community.

¡Marque su calendario para el jueves 15 de octubre, de 5:00 PM a 7:00 PM en Manville High School para una velada dedicada a nuestra comunidad!

Venga a conocer a las personas, programas y oportunidades disponibles para ayudarle a construir un futuro más fuerte para su familia:

• Conozca a nuestro personal bilingüe: Conéctese directamente con el personal escolar y comunitario que está aquí para escucharlo y apoyarlo.

• Descubra recursos familiares: Conozca programas y servicios gratuitos y de bajo costo diseñados para ayudar a su familia.

• Cena incluida: Relájese y disfrute de una comida completa con nosotros.

• Cuidado de niños gratis: Voluntarios de la Sociedad Honoraria Nacional mantendrán a sus hijos entretenidos y cuidándolos mientras usted explora los recursos.

¡Esperamos contar con su presencia!

Take our short survey by September 30th. Your answers are private, and you can take it for each child if their experiences differ.

Password: parent

Toma nuestra breve encuesta antes del 30 de septiembre. Tus respuestas son privadas y puedes realizarla por cada hijo si sus experiencias son diferentes.

Contraseña: parent

New Jersey schools are required to share information each year about any statewide or standardized tests students may take. Districts must notify families by October 1st, or within 30 days if a new test is added later in the year. If some details aren’t available yet, they’ll be listed as “To Be Determined (TBD)".

Parents can now quickly and easily notify the school of:

• Student absences
• Early pickups
  
  

Through the Notify Office and Pickup Release tools in the Genesis Parent Portal, you can:

• Report absences for today or a future date
• Add notes for multiple days if needed
• Submit early pickup requests (before 12:00 pm)
• Keep track of submitted notes right in the system

Need help?

Click below for a step-by-step guide.

Your family can save hundreds of dollars this year on school meals. School meals are offered at no cost to families that qualify. Every year, it’s important to complete the “School Meals and Summer EBT Application” and return it to your school. The application lets your school know if your student is eligible for free or reduced-price school meals and helps your school receive additional funding!

Families that qualify for free school meals can also receive additional benefits such as discounted school fees.

Applying for free school meals is fast, easy, and secure. Obtain a paper application copy at your school or visit your school website to learn more. Lunch Applications are due asap.

For questions, please contact Julianna Fragulis at jfragulis@manvillesd.org.

Stay updated on game schedules, important matchups, and exciting athletic events. Click the link to never miss a moment of the action! 🔽

On Friday, September 18th, we had the honor of celebrating our dedicated high school seniors! Joined by family and friends, our senior student-athletes and performers from Football, Cheer, Band, and Cross Country were presented with flowers on the field in recognition of their hard work, leadership, and school spirit.

Thank you to our families and community for coming out to make the ceremony so special, and congratulations to the Class of 2027! Go Mustangs!

The Manville High School courtyard transformed into a hub of excitement on Wednesday the 23rd as our annual Club and Activity Fair took center stage! From 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM, students gathered outdoors to explore the wide range of extracurricular opportunities available at MHS this year.

The walkways around Alexander Batcho Intermediate School transformed into a canvas of color, positivity, and connection. Our 5th and 6th graders gathered along the ABIS sidewalks and near the Main Entrance Flag Pole for Chalk the Walk, an empowering event designed to raise awareness for mental health, suicide prevention, and community safety.

Looking for a fun, free event for the whole family? We’re inviting EVERYONE in the Manville community to join us for a fantastic evening focused on keeping our neighborhood healthy, safe, and connected! Special activities and extra perks are planned just for our Pre-K through 4th-grade families!

🗓 When: Thursday, October 8, 2026

⏰ Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM (Drop in anytime!)

📍 Where: Roosevelt School (410 Brooks Blvd, Manville, NJ 08835)

🚪 Entrance: Please use the North 4th Ave Entrance!

👉 REGISTER IN ADVANCE:

Sign-ups aren't required, but they help our presenters plan! Plus, if you register by October 5, 2026, your student will earn an EXTRA raffle ticket! 🎟👇

📩 Questions? Reach out to Ms. Landau at llandau@manvillesd.org

Spread the word! Tag your friends, neighbors, and fellow Manville parents below, and click Share to help us get the word out! See you all there! 🎈🙌

Buscas un evento divertido y gratuito para toda la familia? ¡Invitamos a TODOS los miembros de la comunidad de Manville a acompañarnos en una fantástica tarde enfocada en mantener nuestro vecindario saludable, seguro y conectado!

¡Habrá actividades especiales y beneficios adicionales especialmente para nuestras familias con estudiantes de Pre-K hasta 4.º grado!

Cuándo: Jueves, 8 de octubre de 2026

Hora: 5:00 p. m. – 7:00 p. m.

(¡Pueden llegar en cualquier momento!)

Lugar: Roosevelt School

410 Brooks Blvd, Manville, NJ 08835

Entrada: ¡Por favor, utilicen la entrada de North 4th Ave!

REGÍSTRATE CON ANTICIPACIÓN:

No es obligatorio registrarse, ¡pero hacerlo ayudará a nuestros presentadores a planificar el evento! Además, si te registras antes del 5 de octubre de 2026, ¡tu estudiante recibirá un boleto adicional para el sorteo!

¿Preguntas? Comunícate con la Sra. Landau en llandau@manvillesd.org

¡Comparte la información! Etiqueta a tus amigos, vecinos y otros padres de Manville en los comentarios y haz clic en Compartir para ayudarnos a correr la voz.

¡Esperamos verlos a todos allí!

We encourage students and families to walk or bike to school regularly! Each month, school staff and parent volunteers will host a Walking School Bus event (weather permitting). If you are interested in leading a walking group location, please email lweisenbach@manvillesd.org.

2026–2027 Dates:

• Oct 2 | Nov 13 | Dec 4 | Jan 8 | Feb 12 | Mar 12 | Apr 9 | May 7 | Jun 11

¡Animamos a todos los estudiantes y familias a caminar o andar en bicicleta a la escuela de manera regular! Cada mes, personal y padres voluntarios organizarán un evento de autobús escolar a pie (si el clima lo permite). Si está interesado en dirigir un grupo o ubicación, envíe un correo electrónico a lweisenbach@manvillesd.org.

Fechas 2026–2027:

• 2 de oct | 13 de nov | 4 de dic | 8 de ene | 12 de feb | 12 de mar | 9 de abr | 7 de mayo | 11 de jun

The Manville Food Pantry will be open the second Saturday of each month at the Faith in Action Church at 228 S. Main Street. Please make sure to bring your ID and a bag.

Feeding Hands is also offering assistance the fourth Saturday of each month at Emmanuel Baptist Church, 34 South Third Avenue.

The All About New Jersey WIC Fact Sheet is now available in thirteen languages to meet the diverse language needs of New Jersey communities.

Languages available: Arabic, Bengali, Burmese, Chinese, Gujarati, Haitian, Creole, Hindi, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Spanish, Telugu, Vietnamese

• Who is eligible for WIC?
• What are the valuable program benefits?
• What foods are provided monthly and what is the cost savings?

Download: https://www.nj.gov/health/fhs/wic/home/about.shtml

Or contact your local WIC Program for print copies while supplies last!

Find the WIC Program in your neighborhood: http://nj.gov/health/fhs/wic or phone 1-800-328-3838

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