Dear Millburn Staff and Families,
DISTRICT UPDATE - November 6, 2024
Congratulations to Noel Bigman, Asaf Farashuddin, and Brian Lawrence on their election to the Board of Education. Thank you to Christian Germa for his willingness to serve. I look forward to continuing our work together.
Please join us at the Board of Education meeting on Monday, and be sure to mark your calendars with the important events below coming up throughout this month.
Save the Dates for these Upcoming District Presentations
Please plan to join us for these important and engaging sessions to support parents and students in navigating their social and academic worlds.
-- Next Thursday, November 14, Millburn Police Detective and DARE officer, Alyssa Salemi, will provide information about current trends in social media and cybercrime, and how to prevent being a victim.
-- On Tuesday, November 19, I am excited to bring Joe Feldman, the author of Grading for Equity to speak to Millburn parents. His work on grading and equity are the basis of the adjustments we are making in our grading practices here. Please join us to hear him explain the benefits and advantages of following equitable grading guidelines. If you are interested in attending, please let us know here for our planning purposes.
-- Join me on Tuesday, November 19 for another community chat. I will share updates about district initiatives, but the focus will be on Mathematics and STEM, as the Directors will be there to discuss these areas of their expertise.
Tuesday, November 19
9:30 am
Fireplace Room, Bauer Center
The Fireplace Room in the Bauer Center does not allow food or drink, so just bring yourselves. Space is limited to 25, so please let us know you are interested in attending by responding here or use the QR Code.
-- Don’t miss the Limelight Players’ Fall Production of Peter and the Starcatcher, November 22, 23, and 24.
Tickets are on sale now for this family-friendly, funny and fantastical backstory for the beloved character of Peter Pan and his arch-nemesis Captain Hook. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased online at https://mhsnj.booktix.com.
Pictures of the Week
Veterans Day Luncheon
The High School held its annual luncheon for local veterans, active military and first responders today. Thanks to the student volunteers and musicians, and to all of the visitors for their service.
Music to Vote By…
Sean Wu from MMS and An-ru Song of Pingry School brought their instruments to soothe the souls of the voters at the Millburn polling sites yesterday. Here they “Played for the Vote” last night at the Education Center. Thanks for sharing your talents with voters and poll workers.
Millburn Schools and Offices are closed tomorrow and Friday, so teachers may attend the NJEA Convention.
Have a great long weekend!
Best Regards,
Dr. Kate Diskin
Superintendent