5-13-2026

Hawthorne had a colorfully fun and community spirit filled day at the 8th Annual Hawthorne SEPACK 5K Color Run/Walk at Goffle Brook Park.

We are so excited to introduce the first item for Hawthorne’s furbabies! Hawthorne Bears Pet Bandanas! Great for large dogs and can be folded down to fit small dogs and cats. Get your pet representing Hawthorne pride- just in time for some nice walks around town! Link: https://www.indesignapparel.com/store1/

The HHS Dance Team competed for the very first time this weekend and made the Hawthorne Bears proud with an outstanding performance against some of the region’s top dance programs!

Their routine, “Strongest Suit,” earned FIRST PLACE in the Senior Intermediate Small Group Category while also receiving a HIGH GOLD rating with an impressive score of 279.1.

In addition, Amelia Buccheri and Gianna Scola performed their duet, “Big Spender,” and delivered an incredible performance, earning a remarkable score of 287, a very high HIGH GOLD rating, and placing tenth overall in the highly competitive Senior Elite Duo Category.

What makes these accomplishments even more impressive is that HHS was the ONLY high school competing against some of the area’s very best dance studios. This is an enormous achievement for our dancers and a true testament to their dedication, talent, and hard work throughout the season.

We are incredibly proud of the HHS Dance Team and congratulate all of the performers and coaches on an unforgettable first competition! Click here to watch the award being given to HHS.

Registration for the September 2026 kindergarten class is now open on the district website. Please complete the online pre-registration process via our district website. https://www.hawthorneschools.org/registration/kindergarten-students.

Parents and guardians who are unable to complete the process electronically should make an appointment by going to Hawthorneschools.org >BOE>Appointment Request to complete the registration process.

• 5/25 - Memorial Day; Schools Closed
• 6/2 - One Session Day/Early Dismissal Election Day
• 6/16, 6/17 & 6/18 - Early Dismissal Days
• 6/17 - LMS 8th Grade Graduation
• 6/18 - HHS Graduation / Last Day of School

• 8/27 & 8/28 - Orientation: All Staff
• 9/1 - First Day for Students
• 9/4 - Labor Day Weekend - Schools Closed
• 9/7 - Labor Day - Schools Closed
• 10/12 - Professional Day: Schools Closed for Students

• 5/19 - Spring Concert HHS
• 5/21 - Zumba - RES
• 5/21 - Art Show HHS
• 5/22 - Field Day JES, RES, & WES
• 5/22 - LMS Superstars @ HHS (rain date 5/28)
• 5/28 - Scholarship Night HHS
• 5/29 - 5th Grade Junior Olympics @ HHS (rain date 6/3)
• 5/31 - HHS Senior Athletic Brunch
• 6/1 - HHS Senior Superstarts
• 6/1 - HHS Spring Sports Awards
• 6/4 - HHS Senior Prom
• 6/5 - Spirit Day WES
• 6/5 - HHS Yearbook Signing Party
• 6/5 - Family Picnic JES (rain date 6/12)
• 6/5 - 5th Grade Fun Night
• 6/8 - Senior Trip
• 6/8 - 8th Grade Graduation Dance
• 6/9 - HHS Band Awards Dinner
• 6/10 - HHS LMS Athletic Parent Night
• 6/11, 6/12, 6/15, 6/16 - HHS EMPA's
• 6/11 - Spirit Day RES
• 6/16 - Cap and Gown Distribution HHS'
• 6/17 - GRADUATION LMS
• 6/17 - Graduation Practice HHS
• 6/18 - 8th Grade Breakfast & Pool
• 6/18 - 5th Grade Ceremony RES
• 6/18 - 5th Grade Farewell Celebration WES
• 6/19 - Last Day of School for All Students
• 6/19 - GRADUATION HHS 🎓🎉

Tiny scientists at work! 🐣🔬

Our Jefferson Elementary 2nd and 3rd graders are getting a firsthand look at the amazing lifecycle of a chicken as they incubate eggs right in their classrooms! Through hands-on candling observations, research, reading, and daily discoveries, students are learning just how incredible the journey from egg to chick can be.

Now the countdown is on for the most exciting day of all… HATCH DAY! 🐥 We can’t wait to meet our adorable Zombie breed chicks!

Red carpet ready! Our Jefferson 1st Grade Authors celebrated their hard work at a special Publishing Party! Young writers proudly walked the red carpet, introduced themselves to the audience, and shared the incredible books they’ve written throughout the year.

VIP guests included their 2nd grade friends and role models, Principal Dr. Droske, and Superintendent Mr. Mignanelli.

During a special meet-and-greet, authors showcased their book collections and chatted one-on-one with guests as they proudly shared their writing journeys and book boxes filled with stories they created all year long.

We are so proud of our young authors for their creativity, confidence, and love of writing!

Once a Roughrider, Always a Roughrider!​

Mr. Pisacane, thank you for leading Roosevelt School with heart, integrity, and a whole lot of dedication. Roosevelt School is better because of you!

Caring for our Crew

In honor of Nurses Week, let’s give a big shoutout to Ms. Grawehr for taking such amazing care of our Roughriders! From band-aids to chilly ice packs, she’s always there—patching us up and sending us back with a smile.

​This month, let’s give a huge shoutout to our amazing Roughriders for shining bright and showing fairness throughout our school! Your dedication to treating everyone with respect and kindness truly makes a difference each day. A special thank-you to Mrs. Audino for leading the way and setting such a ​great example. Because of you, our Roughriders are learning that fairness isn’t just important—it’s the right way to g​o!

​The Roughriders faced off against the Harlem Wizards in an exciting, high-energy basketball game! While the Roughriders didn’t come out on top, it was a fun-filled night enjoyed by all. A big thank you to our amazing PTO for organizing such a great event, as well as to everyone who participated on the court and all who came out to cheer and support!

We are excited to share the results of our PACER Test Lap Guess Challenge and celebrate the incredible effort shown by all of our students!

First, congratulations to Joshua for coming the closest to guessing the total number of laps completed schoolwide. His guess of 6,506 was only 128 laps away from the actual total of 6,378—great guessing, Joshua!

Congratulations also goes out to all K–5 students for a fantastic job practicing for and completing the FitnessGram PACER Test. Our K–2 students worked hard, building up to 20 laps, while students in grades 3–5 pushed themselves by running until they couldn't run anymore. The effort and determination shown by everyone was outstanding.

We are proud to share that our students made significant improvement from the fall test. In the fall, students ran a total of 5,520 laps. This spring, they ran an incredible 6,378 laps! Altogether, that’s a little over 79 miles—enough distance to reach the Point Pleasant Boardwalk and still have 4 miles left to walk up and down it.

A special shout-out goes to CJ, who achieved an amazing 88 laps. He remains the first and only member of the exclusive “Club 77” for students who fill in the entire PACER test score sheet—an incredible accomplishment!

Congratulations to our grades K-2 students on an amazing spring concert. The Washington School gym was definitely "moving" along with all of the wonderful songs. Thank you to our music instructor, Mr. Sheridan, who works so hard to ensure that our students are ready for the big day! We would also like to give a shout out to Mrs. Collova, our art teacher, for the scenery, and the teachers and custodial crew who helped out behind the scenes!

Congratulations to our students who were chosen by their teachers to win the character education awards for FAIRNESS. Congratulations to our staff winner for FAIRNESS, Mrs. O'Hara!

Lincoln Middle School students delivered an outstanding performance of Beauty and the Beast Jr., showcasing their incredible talent, dedication, and hard work. From the impressive acting and musical performances to the beautiful costumes and set design, the production captivated audiences and highlighted the creativity and teamwork of our students and staff.

The cast and crew spent countless hours rehearsing and preparing for the show, and their efforts truly paid off in a memorable performance enjoyed by the entire school community. A special thank you goes to our Director, Mrs. Sonia, and Assistant Director, Ms. Pilcer, for their leadership, dedication, and commitment to making the production such a tremendous success. Congratulations to everyone involved in this wonderful achievement for Lincoln Middle School.

A huge congratulations to Ms. Wolsk's AP (Advanced Placement) Seminar students on their completion of their Individual Multimedia Presentations (IMPs). After completing a rigorous research paper, each student individually presented their findings in front of a panel and responded to questions in a formal oral defense. At the start of the process, students were provided stimulus sources used as a springboard to explore a topic and eventually develop a research question.

Then, students dove into their own research to determine solutions and/or conclusions. Topics this year included gentrification, hybrid work schedules, 3rd spaces, and the impacts of hosting global sporting events.

This is the second performative task of the course that is officially scored and sent to College Board, making up 35% of their overall AP Seminar score. Students then take their formal exam in May.

Students in Mr. Hurley's Chemistry class explored five different types of chemical reactions. They conducted a synthesis reaction, a decomposition reaction, two single replacement reactions, and a double replacement reaction. Throughout the lab, students observed and recorded the physical properties of each substance before and after the reactions. They then applied their understanding by writing the complete chemical equations and balancing each reaction.

Daniele Ferraro

Social Studies Teacher

Mr. Ferraro is Lincoln Middle School’s Spotlight Teacher in recognition of his outstanding teaching, innovative instructional practices, and leadership within the school community. Mr. Ferraro creates engaging and rigorous social studies lessons that connect historical concepts to students’ everyday lives while emphasizing critical thinking and content-based writing through Document Based Questions.

In addition to his success in the classroom, Mr. Ferraro serves as an 8th Grade Advisor and Student Council advisor, where he is respected for his leadership, organization, and positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues. He is a strong team player who consistently supports both staff and students and is highly respected throughout the LMS community.

Hana Daghestani

Administrative Assistant

Hana Daghestani is the Administrative Assistant at Washington Elementary School and truly the heart of our building. Washington School would not run successfully without her dedication, organization, and unwavering support for both students and staff. Beyond handling the countless day-to-day responsibilities of the main office, Mrs. Daghestani goes above and beyond to ensure everyone in our school community feels welcomed, safe, cared for, and supported. Her strong work ethic, positive attitude, and commitment to excellence are evident in everything she does. Hana takes tremendous pride in being a Wildcat, and we are incredibly fortunate to have her as part of the Washington School family.

Chelsea Brusco-Perez

Chelsea is truly a one-of-a-kind student. She is outgoing, intelligent, and unapologetically herself. Chelsea’s warmth, positivity, and enthusiasm make her a bright light in our school community. She has a natural ability to make others feel comfortable and included, whether she is greeting classmates and staff with a smile and a “good morning” or simply taking the time to ask others how they are doing. Her kindness and friendly spirit leave a lasting impression on everyone she meets.

Chelsea is also a brave, thoughtful, and creative young lady who consistently chooses to do the right thing. She brings energy and joy into every classroom, from academics to art and music, and her positive attitude helps create a welcoming environment for those around her. Teachers who have known Chelsea over the years have loved watching her grow into the caring, hardworking, and confident fifth grader she is today. She is a wonderful role model to her peers, and her bubbly personality truly brightens our building each day. We are so proud of the amazing person Chelsea has become and know she will continue to make a positive impact wherever she goes.

Divianny Guerra

Divianny was selected for Roosevelt School's Student Spotlight due to her consistent kindness, respect and positive attitude. She has a ton of hobbies including dancing, cheer, writing, reading, volleyball and soccer. She is especially proud of her sister Aliana and loves her boy toy yorkie named Coco. Her favorite Roosevelt School memory is when all her BFF's danced their hearts our during the PTO Dance-a-thon!

Nicholas "Nico" Castillo

During the month of May, as Washington School focused on compassion as our character education theme, Nico truly stood out as a role model for others. When a classmate was having a difficult moment in class, Nico went above and beyond to make sure the student felt included, supported, and cared for. His kindness, empathy, and ability to make others feel valued are what make him such a deserving Spotlight Student.

Leyla Aguero

Leyla Aguero, an 8th grade student at Lincoln Middle School, was recently recognized for demonstrating integrity. Her teachers describe Leyla as a student who consistently sets a positive example through her participation in class, strong work ethic, and willingness to help her classmates with questions and assignments.

Leyla is an active member of the LMS Student Council and recently helped organize and run the school’s Speedball Tournament. She is also involved in the LMS Yearbook Club. Leyla enjoys the middle school experience, especially having different teachers throughout the day. As she looks ahead to high school, she is excited to explore future career opportunities and is currently interested in pursuing a career in politics or law.

Emma Ryglewicz

We are proud to announce that Junior Emma Ryglewicz has been selected to represent Hawthorne, New Jersey as a National Youth Delegate at the 2026 Washington Youth Summit on the Environment at George Mason University. Emma was selected based on her academic achievements, leadership, and demonstrated interest in environmental science and conservation. She will join an outstanding group of students from across the country for an intensive week-long program focused on leadership, environmental studies, and conservation initiatives. Hosted by George Mason University in partnership with the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute, the Summit provides students with unique opportunities to learn from distinguished faculty, guest speakers, and professionals in the field while exploring future careers in environmental science and sustainability. The 2026 Washington Youth Summit on the Environment will take place from June 28 through July 3 at George Mason University in Washington, D.C. Congratulations to Emma on this outstanding accomplishment!

Aiden Baird Named North Jersey Male Athlete of the Week

Congratulations to Aiden Baird on being named Male Athlete of the Week by @northjerseynews! Aiden went 6 for 13 (.462) hitting five home runs, 2 grand slams. He drove in 8 runs during one of the games and 13 on the week.

Grades 1 -8 in September 2026

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Grades 1-8

Season begins August 2026

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K-5th Grade

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