Secaucus Middle School

Dear SMS Families,

November is here, and we have so much to be proud of at SMS! Our students continue to work hard, get involved, and bring great energy to our school each day.

As we enter a season of gratitude, we are especially thankful for our students, staff, and families who make SMS such a special community.

Wishing everyone a wonderful November filled with kindness and Patriot pride!

Report cards will be available on November 23, 2026, through the Realtime Parent Portal. All families are encouraged to review them alongside their child and discuss progress, effort, and growth. If you have any concerns about your child’s performance, please contact their teacher or school counselor.

Congratulations to the Patriot's of the Month! We are so proud of you!

6th grade - Aahil Durrani

7th grade - Starr Edmonds

8th grade - Lucas Hightower

We are excited to announce the launch of The Patriot Pages, the official student newspaper of Secaucus Middle School!

Our talented student journalists have been hard at work bringing the inaugural Fall 2026 edition to life. From school news and student stories to exciting events and highlights from throughout our school community, The Patriot Pages showcases the creativity, dedication, and voices of our students.

We are incredibly proud of our student reporters, editors, and contributors for their hard work and commitment to making this publication a reality.

Be sure to check out the first edition of The Patriot Pages and celebrate the outstanding work of our young journalists! Happy Reading, Patriots!

From October 5–9, Secaucus Middle School celebrated the Week of Respect through a variety of activities promoting kindness, inclusion, and acceptance. Students created kindness posters, participated in Kindness Bingo for prizes, and shared positive messages with their peers through colorful sticky notes. Throughout the week, students also participated in themed dress-down days that celebrated individuality, cultural diversity, and the importance of respecting one another.

On Tuesday, October 13th, Secaucus High School’s S.A.I.L. program and Secaucus Middle School’s S.G.O. came together for a meaningful Walk-A-Thon to raise awareness for mental health and support the J-Shine Fund.

Through the incredible generosity and support of our school community, we proudly raised $1,635!

Our students walked in solidarity to show their support for mental health awareness, reminding us of the importance of compassion, understanding, and standing together for those who may be struggling.

A special thank-you to the Secaucus Police Department and Chief Dennis Miller for joining us, walking alongside our students, and supporting this important initiative. Your participation means so much to our school community!

We are incredibly proud of our students, staff, and community members who helped make this event a success. Together, we are making a difference, one step at a time!

We are proud to recognize our current and former Secaucus Middle School students involved in Red 101, a youth-led initiative dedicated to promoting menstrual-health awareness, breaking stigmas, and increasing access to essential hygiene products.

Serving Hudson and Essex Counties, Red 101 empowers students through education, advocacy, and community outreach. Recently, the group raised $272 at Livingston Oktoberfest to support its mission. We commend these students for their leadership and commitment to making a positive impact!

Learn more: Red 101 Website

CarePlus NJ is offering an 8-week Social Skills Group for children ages 7–16. This program focuses on strengthening communication, problem-solving, emotional regulation, and social skills through interactive activities and group discussions.

Sessions will be held on Mondays from December 7, 2026, through February 8, 2027, in Fair Lawn, NJ. Two age-appropriate groups will be offered.

Families interested in learning more or registering may contact Rachel Weil at RachelF@CarePlusNJ.org.

Please see the flyer below for additional information.

To help ensure a safe, respectful, and distraction-free learning environment, students are expected to follow the Secaucus Middle School dress code policy.

Please remember that students should arrive at school each day in accordance with the SMS Dress Code, including students with first-period Physical Education.

A few important reminders:
• Shorts and skirts must be fingertip length.
• Midriffs and undergarments must remain covered.
• Jeans, leggings, pajama pants, crop tops, tank tops, hats/hoods, and slides are not permitted.
• Shoes must be securely fastened to the feet.

Uniform items are available through approved retailers, the school store, and 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