- Livingston Public Schools
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About Communications
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The Livingston Public Schools' Office of Communications and Community Outreach develops and coordinates the district’s efforts to provide open, effective communication between the district and community members, parents, and students. The department manages media inquiries, district publications, external communications, the district website, and district social media.
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.
Communication tools for parents include the Blackboard Mass Notification System, the LPS website (www.livingston.org), Spotlight (our district newsletter), Facebook & Twitter (@LivSchools), Around the Block (the Superintendent of Schools' television program), and various promotional videos that highlight our students and staff. Explore our communications tools below!
Contact Communications
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Mrs. Michelle Bent
Manager of Communications
973-535-8000, ext. 8036 | mbent@livingston.org
Stay Connected With LPS
Mass Notifications
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Mass Notification
There are times when the district may need to use its automated alert system to contact parents/guardians. The Blackboard Connect system is used most often for weather-related messages, however, when deemed necessary by the Superintendent of Schools, you will receive a phone call, text message, an email or all three, with important information.
It is vital that you log into your Genesis Parent Portal account and under "CONTACTS" be sure that you have verified the email addresses and phone numbers listed for each child attending the Livingston Public Schools. Please note that duplicate numbers and email addresses will be contacted only once.
If you are not receiving these communications, please email tmclaughlin@livingston.org.
School Closing & Emergency Notification Information
- Alerts will be posted on the district website as a pop-up alert
- Information will be posted to district Facebook & Twitter
- Information will be relayed to local newspaper, radio stations, and television stations
- A phone call and text message will be delivered to all phone numbers on file for all students
- An email will be delivered to all email addresses on file for all students
- Please be sure we have your current information on file. You can update your contact information by logging into the Genesis Parent Portal.
LPS Spotlight Newsletters
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2023 Archive
LPS Spotlight Newsletter: May 15, 2023
LPS Spotlight Newsletter: April 25, 2023
LPS Spotlight Newsletter: April 18, 2023
LPS Spotlight Newsletter: March 31, 2023
LPS Spotlight Newsletter: March 20, 2023
LPS Spotlight Newsletter: February 28, 2023
LPS Spotlight Newsletter: February 13, 2023
LPS Spotlight Newsletter: February 7, 2023
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2022 Archive
LPS Spotlight Newsletter: December 22, 2022
LPS Spotlight Newsletter: November 22, 2022
LPS Spotlight Newsletter: November 1, 2022
LPS Spotlight Newsletter: October 18, 2022
LPS Spotlight Newsletter: October 11, 2022
LPS Spotlight Newsletter: September 20, 2022
LPS Spotlight Newsletter: September 6, 2022
LPS Spotlight Newsletter: August 16, 2022
LPS Spotlight Newsletter: July 12, 2022
LPS Spotlight Newsletter: June 21, 2022
LPS Spotlight Newsletter: June 7, 2022
LPS Spotlight Newsletter: May 24, 2022
LPS Spotlight Newsletter: May 12, 2022
LPS Spotlight Newsletter: May 4, 2022
LPS Spotlight Newsletter: April 26, 2022
LPS Spotlight Newsletter: April 14, 2022
LPS Spotlight Newsletter: April 5, 2022
LPS Spotlight Newsletter: March 8, 2022
LPS Spotlight Newsletter: February 16, 2022
LPS Spotlight Newsletter: February 8, 2022
LPS Spotlight Newsletter: February 1, 2022
LPS Headlines
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HMS Quizbowl Teams Compete at Nationals
Two Heritage Middle School Quizbowl Teams competed at the national level. Learn more here!
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New Student Remote Registration
Please visit our ONLINE NEW STUDENT REMOTE REGISTRATION website for details on how to enroll your child in Livingston Public Schools. Kindergarten Registration for 2023-2024 opens Jan. 18, 2023!
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2023 Educators of the Year
On Monday, May 15, 2023, the Livingston Board of Education recognized the district’s 2023 Governor’s Educators of the Year, as well as the Educational Services Professional of the Year. Learn about the honorees here!
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VIDEO: Active Learning Environments
As part of next year's budget, LPS will be allocating funds to create spaces that support active learning for our students. Find out more about Active Learning Environments here!
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LPS Music Ed Program Receives National Recognition
LPS has earned the "Best Communities for Music Education" designation for 2023 from The NAMM Foundation
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VIDEO: 2023 Essex County "Unsung Hero" Award
LHS senior Nikki Heifler was named a 2023 Essex County "Unsung Hero"! Learn more about Nikki here!
Noteworthy News
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Portrait of a Graduate
Our Portrait of a Graduate outlines the skills we want each LPS student to have for success in college, career, and life. It is an integral part of our 2022-2027 Strategic Plan.
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Superintendent's Message
Please read a letter from Dr. Block regarding the tragedy in Texas on May 24, 2022 and view resources to talk to children about violence.
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TSA Competition Winners!
Several Middle School Students Have Earned Awards in Technology Student Association (TSA) Competitions
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Chat with the Superintendent
Join us for an informal chat with Dr. Block at the picnic tables in front of Livingston High School on June 8 (7PM)!
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Poetry Contest Winners
The poems of two MPE fourth graders were recognize in the Young Writers' National Poetry Contest - This is Me.
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Student-Athlete College Commitment Day
On Wednesday, April 13, 2022, several LHS student athletes celebrated their commitments to attend and compete in their respective sport at NCAA programs.
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HMS Tech Lab News
Heritage Middle School Uses Grant Funding to Complete 3D Printing Expansion Project
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HMS Succeeds at TSA Conference
Students from Heritage Middle School won awards at the NJ Technology Student Association (TSA) Conference
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MPMS Jr. Lancer Leaders
MPMS recognizes students for upholding the pillars of character at Mount Pleasant Middle School - Trustworthiness, Respect, Caring, and Responsibility.
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Mt. Pleasant Middle School Virtual Science Conference
MPMS students shared their science & tech projects at a Virtual Science Conference that was held on May 4, 2021!
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Student Perspectives AP Art Show
The Annual Exhibit is on Display at Town Hall Through April 26, 2021
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Future City Design Challenge
HMS FemGineers Competed and Won Awards in the 2021 Future City Design Challenge!
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Interpretive Reading Competition
Middle School Teams Competed and Excelled in the Essex County GT Forensics Interpretive Reading Competition!
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FBLA Gives Back to Community
Livingston High School's Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) club participates in community service activities throughout the school year
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HMS Musicians Earn Top Honors at Virtual Festival
12 students from Heritage Middle School participated in the inaugural New Jersey Solo and Ensemble Festival, which was presented by ArtsEdNJ
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Hillside Elementary Named "School of Character"
Character.org Recognizes Hillside for its Commitment to Character Education
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MPMS Earns Award for "Most Meals Donated"
MPMS collected and donated $653 to the Community Foodbank of NJ, equaling 1,959 nutritious meals!
Video Archive
- ACTIVE LEARNING ENVIRONMENTS: As part of next year's budget, LPS will be allocating funds to create spaces that support active learning for our students. Learn more here! (April 2023)
- UNSUNG HERO AWARD 2023: LHS Senior Nikki Heifler was named an Essex County School Board's "Unsung Hero" for 2023! Watch a video about the award here! (April 2023)
- A CELEBRATION OF SUMMER: At LPS, the end of the school year does not mean the end of learning! Check out summer happenings here! (August 2022)
- UNSUNG HERO 2022: LHS senior Owen Abeles was named an Essex County School Board Association '"Unsung Hero" for 2022. Watch a video about the award here!(April 2022)
- 100 DAYS SMARTER! LPS elementary school students celebrated the 100th Day of School ! (February 2022)
- NATIONAL MERIT SCHOLAR BOOK DEDICATION: During a special ceremony, National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists presented books to teachers who had the biggest impact on their lives. (December 2021)
- WEEK OF RESPECT 2021: LPS schools recently celebrated the Week of Respect! View the video that was presented to the Board of Education. (October 2021)
- LPS HEALTHCARE HEROES: The district honored its school nurses at the Board of Education's meeting on April 5, 2021. Watch this special video to meet all of our nurses . (April 2021)
- LHS GRADUATION PHOTOS: Congratulations to the Class of 2021! Check out photos HERE! (June 2021)
- TEACHERS OF THE YEAR 2020: What do our 2020 Teachers of the Year love most about their profession? Find out by watching this video tribute to ten excellent educators! (April 2020)
- A TOUCHING TRIBUTE: Livingston High School's 12 National Merit Semifinalists presented books to teachers who made a difference in their lives! (December 2019)