Monday Morning Brew
October 19, 2026
1. Exploring Our K–12 English Language Arts (ELA) Pathways
Literacy is the foundation of academic success, and the Hoboken Public School District is committed to developing strong readers, skilled writers, critical thinkers, and effective communicators. Through a comprehensive K–12 English Language Arts pathway, students progress from building foundational reading skills in kindergarten to engaging in sophisticated literary analysis, research, and advanced coursework at Hoboken High School. Organized around four progressive stages—Learning to Read, Reading to Learn, Reading to Analyze, and Reading to Lead—our approach ensures that literacy instruction is purposeful, connected, and increasingly rigorous, preparing students for success in college, careers, and beyond. Read more...
Explore Our English Language Arts Department Resources
2. Connors and Brandt Elementary Schools Earn National Recognition for Excellence in Literacy!
The Hoboken Public School District is thrilled to announce that Thomas G. Connors Elementary School and Joseph F. Brandt Elementary School have been recognized as national “Bright Spots” for their outstanding performance in third-grade literacy! This prestigious recognition comes from The 74. Read more...
3. Election Day Update: A Full Day of School on Tuesday, November 3rd!
The Hoboken Public School District is pleased to announce that Tuesday, November 3, 2026, will be a full day of school for all students and staff. Through ongoing collaboration and positive advocacy with City of Hoboken and Hudson County officials, we have successfully arranged for Election Day voting to take place outside of our school buildings. This is an important accomplishment for our district, allowing us to preserve valuable instructional time while ensuring that our schools remain focused on teaching and learning. We are grateful to our city and county partners for their cooperation, responsiveness, and shared commitment to supporting our students and school community. We look forward to welcoming all students and staff for a regular, full day of school on Tuesday, November 3rd!
4. Hoboken High School Girls Soccer Heads to Hudson County Championship for Second Consecutive Year!
The Hoboken High School Girls Varsity Soccer team is headed back to the Hudson County Championship, and this year, the Redwings have a title to defend! Following a commanding 6–0 shutout victory over Union City, Hoboken has secured its place in the Hudson County Interscholastic Athletic League (HCIAL) Championship Finals for the second consecutive year, continuing an impressive run of success for one of the district's outstanding athletic programs. Read more...
5. Community Engagement Roundtable: Potential Short-Term Facilities Solutions
The Hoboken Board of Education invites parents & guardians, staff members, and Hoboken residents to participate in an upcoming Community Roundtable Session designed to provide opportunities for conversation, questions, and feedback on potential short-term solutions associated with the district's most recent demographic study and the district’s Long Range Facilities Plan. This session will be held on Monday, October 26, 2026 at 6 PM in the High School Cafeteria. This roundtable session is intended to be interactive and will provide participants with an opportunity to share perspectives, ask questions, and offer input as the Board considers short-term facilities solutions. We encourage all members of our school community and the broader Hoboken community who are interested in our facilities planning to join us and be part of this important conversation. Please be aware that following this coming roundtable session, the Board of Education will announce another roundtable that will focus on potential long-term solutions.
6. Hoboken Middle School's Grace McMullan Represents New Jersey at the National Civics Bee in Washington, D.C.!
The Hoboken Public School District is incredibly proud to celebrate Hoboken Middle School student Grace McMullan, who earned the extraordinary honor of representing the entire state of New Jersey at the National Civics Bee in Washington, D.C. this past week! Held at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and broadcast live on C-SPAN, this prestigious national competition brought together some of the nation's most accomplished middle school students to demonstrate their knowledge of civics, government, history, and civic responsibility. With more than 20,000 middle school students participating in the competition nationwide, Grace's advancement to the top 25 competitors in the country is an exceptional achievement and a testament to her hard work, intellectual curiosity, and dedication. Read more...
7. Hoboken High School Student Government Invites Community to Honor Veterans Through 2026 Field of Heroes
In recognition of Veterans Day, the Hoboken High School Student Government is once again inviting students, families, staff, and community members to participate in a meaningful tribute to the brave men and women who have served our nation. Through the 2026 Field of Heroes, the grounds in front of the Louis M. Taglieri, Jr. Stadium will be transformed into a patriotic display of American flags, each representing a member of the United States Armed Forces, past or present. Read more... [To access the Field of Heroes form, click here]
8. Wednesday, October 21st: A Day of Connection, Communication, and Celebrating Excellence Across Hoboken Public Schools
Wednesday, October 21st, will be an important day across the Hoboken Public School District, as we bring families and educators together through our K–5 Parent-Teacher Conferences and our Hoboken Middle School and Hoboken High School Showcases of Excellence. While each event serves a different purpose, they share a common goal: strengthening the partnership between home and school and ensuring that our families remain informed, engaged, and connected to their children's educational experiences. October 21st will be an early dismissal day for all Pre-K through Grade 12 students. Read more...
9. Athletic Roundup: Week of October 12th
The Hoboken Middle School Tigers enjoyed another exciting week of fall athletics, highlighted by impressive team victories, outstanding individual performances, and tremendous displays of teamwork and determination. From the football field and soccer pitch to the volleyball court and cross-country course, our Tigers continued to compete with enthusiasm and represent Hoboken Middle School with pride. Read more about our middle school and high school teams...
10. NJ QSAC: Hoboken Public Schools Identified as High Performing
I am very pleased to share some important news regarding the Hoboken Public School District. We recently received official notification from the New Jersey Department of Education that, following our most recent New Jersey Quality Single Accountability Continuum (NJQSAC) review, the Hoboken Public School District has once again been designated a “high performing” school district. Read more...