LPS Spotlight
News for the Livingston Public Schools Community
It's never too early to start planning for next school year! The first day of school is August 31st!
As we work together to plan for the future of our schools, community input and transparency are our top priorities. We have created a Referendum Resources webpage that will serve as the central repository for all official materials, data, and updates discussed during Board of Education meetings as we approach the upcoming referendum vote.
Currently on the page you will find the most recent demographic studies and the Referendum Options that were presented to the Board on June 9, 2026. We will continue to add information. We encourage all residents to explore these resources, stay informed, and engage with us throughout this collaborative process.
DEADLINE IS 4PM ON JULY 27, 2026
Now is the time to consider school board candidacy for the Livingston Board of Education. In November, voters will elect one candidate to serve for a three year term. A candidate must file a nominating petition with the county clerk for his or her name to appear on the ballot during the annual school election. The deadline to submit the petition is 4 p.m. on Monday, July 27, 2026. The election is scheduled for Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
The Genesis Parent and Student Portal is now open in summer mode. Please read the following important information and dates from the LPS Technology Department:
CURRENT STUDENTS
- Parents currently have the ability to see school and grade level, contact information, report cards, assessments, forms, and documents.
- Parents in grades PK - 5 will be able to see your Child's Google login and password on the front summary screen.
- Parents in grades 6 - 12 will be able to see your child's' email address/Google login on the front summary screen.
- Students in grades 6 - 12 will be able to see your email address/Google login on the front summary screen.
NEW STUDENTS
- Parents of students who are new to the district (Grades 6 - 12) have been emailed information on how their child can access their email account and Genesis Student Portal.
WHEN WILL INFO FOR SEPTEMBER BE POSTED?
- Forms and Documents for the new year will open up July 23, 2026. The forms must be filled out in order to see teacher and schedule information in August.
- Teacher assignments, student schedules, and bus stop information will be posted after 10AM on August 24, 2026.
- Parents will receive an email when forms and schedules are posted.
- Please be sure you keep parent email addresses up to date in Genesis to receive district emails.
If your child has a technical issue with their account or device over the summer, we have setup Helpdesk Support hours throughout the summer. Click here to view the schedule.
Please make sure you or your child opens a helpdesk support ticket for the issue, as this will expedite the technician's support. Click here to open a helpdesk support ticket.
Please note the location for ALL helpdesk support will be in the Livingston High School Media Center at 30 Robert Harp Drive. When you arrive at the front entrance of the building, you will need to call the main office in order to be let in (the phone number is posted on the door).
If you have any questions, please contact the Technology Helpdesk at 973-535-8000 ext. 2941.
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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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
LPS is committed to building strong relationships with students, families, and the community, and as such, we strive to provide accurate and timely information to our stakeholders.
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.
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!
