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District Budget Planning
Michelle Bent

Livingston Public Schools is committed to transparency and community engagement as the Board of Education develops the budget for the upcoming school year. Residents are invited to participate in upcoming forums and meetings to stay informed and share their feedback.

➡️READ LPS SPOTLIGHT: BUDGET EDITION

Public Budget Forum Sessions

On Thursday, April 23, the Board of Education will host two dedicated Public Budget Forum sessions. These forums offer a valuable opportunity for community members to get informed, share their thoughts, and have questions addressed directly by district administrators. We value your input and hope to see you there!

  • Morning Session: 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

  • Evening Session: 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Important Budget Dates

In addition to the public forums, the Board of Education will discuss budget items during their regular workshop and business meetings. Please mark your calendars for the following key dates:

  • Tuesday, March 17: Board of Education Meeting (Budget Presentation)

  • Tuesday, March 24: Board of Education Meeting (Budget Discussion)

  • Tuesday, April 7: Board of Education Meeting (Budget Discussion)

  • Thursday, April 23: Public Budget Forums (Morning and Evening)

  • Tuesday, April 28: Public Hearing and Budget Vote at 7:00 p.m.

Budget questions can be emailed to budgetquestions@livingston.org.

LPS Summer Academy 2026
Michelle Bent

Livingston Public Schools is committed to providing students with excellent educational experiences for students of all ages this summer! View info here!

2026-2027 Kindergarten Registration
Michelle Bent

Kindergarten registration for the 2026-2027 school year is now open. Registration for all other grades begins on May 1, 2026.

Kindergarten registration for the 2026-2027 school year is now open. Registration for all other grades begins on May 1, 2026.

  • A child is eligible for kindergarten this fall if they have reached the age of five years on or before October 1, 2026. Policy #5111 Eligibility of Resident and NonResident Students.
  • Only a parent or legal guardian residing in Livingston may register a new student.
  • Proof of residency or other special circumstances is required.  As part of the online registration process, you will be asked to acknowledge and confirm that you meet the requirements of Policy #5111 Eligibility of Resident and NonResident Students. Pay special attention to the section on "Home Construction."
  • Parents must complete the entire kindergarten registration process by May 15, 2026, to be notified of their child’s school placement by June 1, 2026.  View Policy #5120 (Assignment of Pupils) 
  • If your child currently attends the Livingston Public School Pre-School program you do NOT have to complete the Online Registration.  Please contact Amy Ennis at aennis@livingston.org for registration instructions.
LBOE Appoints New Superintendent
Michelle Bent

The Livingston Board of Education is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Mark Stern as the new Superintendent of Livingston Public Schools. 

The Livingston Board of Education is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Mark Stern as the new Superintendent of Livingston Public Schools. A lifelong educator and pillar of the district for over 25 years, Mr. Stern’s appointment marks a new chapter for the community he has served as an English Teacher, English and Language Arts Supervisor, Livingston High School Assistant Principal, Livingston High School Principal, and, most recently, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum, Instruction, and Technology. The Board  approved this appointment during its public meeting on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at Livingston High School. Mr. Stern will officially assume his new role on July 1, 2026.

Click here to read the full press release. 

Members of the public are invited to attend a Meet and Greet with Mr. Stern on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. in the LHS Media Center.

 

 2026-2027 PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAM
Livingston Public Schools

Livingston Public Schools is proud to share that our P.R.I.D.E. (Pre-School Readiness Individual Developmental Education) Program is a full-day program with spots available for non-disabled preschool students. In this program, students will be provided with a language-rich, research-based curriculum. They will spend their days with New Jersey certified teachers, and with their disabled and non-disabled peers, to achieve the expectations of the school district’s well-designed curriculum based on New Jersey's Student Learning Standards for preschool. The students gather daily to develop social language, work as partners and in groups, and explore, play, create, share, and learn.

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