Robert R. Lazar Middle School

Due to SNOW, #MTHS will open at 11:00 a.m. tomorrow, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 9. All OTHER SCHOOLS will be CLOSED. Please check with your coach regarding Montville Township High School activities. NOTE: All other district schools will be closed on Feb. 9. Enjoy the SNOW!

3 months ago, Montville Township Public Schools

TONIGHT! Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at #MTHS! Incoming Student ORIENTATION. For STUDENTS & Parents/Guardians. Get a glimpse into high school life. Learn about the the rich and varied programs offered. Meet faculty & students. Don't miss this important event.

3 months ago, Montville Township Public Schools

Montville Township High School Incoming Student ORIENTATION Date: Wednesday, February 5, 2025 (snowdate February 6) Time: 6:30 p.m. Location: Montville Township High School Auditorium Incoming students and their parents/guardians will get a first glimpse into high school life. You will have the opportunity to see the rich and varied programs offered at MTHS. Come meet our administrators, staff, and students. Do not miss this wonderful welcome to MTHS! If you have any questions about this event, please contact the MTHS School Counseling Office at (973) 331-7100, ext. 2645 or visit our website at www.montville.net/mths.

GET YOUR TICKETS! #MTHS Theatre Company's BIG FISH! See the Spring MUSICAL Thurs, Fri, & Sat, Mar. 6, 7 & 8 at 7PM! Sun, Mar. 9 at 2PM! Tickets online: Adults $15 , Students & Seniors $12: http://mthsnj.booktix.com/ (NOTE: Tickets At-the-Door: $18 & $15)

3 months ago, Montville Township Public Schools

Snow Day! Schools are closed, Tomorrow, Thursday, February 6. MEDLC aftercare is also closed. Note: District buildings will reopen at 3:00 p.m. for afterschool activities. Please check with your coach or advisor. Stay safe & Enjoy the SNOW DAY!

3 months ago, Montville Township Public Schools

TONIGHT, Tues, Feb 4, 2025, #MontvilleBOE Meeting at #MTHS Media Center. 7:30PM. Presentations: #CedarHill - Recognition of Lori Polifante & Montville Township Historical Society & Museum - Anthony Agiolini (President) SEE FULL AGENDA: https://www.montville.net/boeagenda

3 months ago, Montville Township Public Schools

FREE! For ADULTS: “The Digital Dilemma” at MTHS Feb 13 at 7PM. Renowned Speaker Timothy M. Shoemaker, M.S., Provides Parents with Skills to Keep Children Safe in a Social Media World. INFO: https://www.montville.net/article/1995628. NOTE: see montville.net & scroll down to NEWS

3 months ago, Montville Township Public Schools

CONGRATULATIONS Toby Cohen! WINNER! Gold Service Award! 50 years teaching math at #Lazar! Thank you! ! The 61st Annual Montville Twp. Chamber of Commerce Awards Banquet; Thurs, Mar 13, at 6pm. Knoll West Country Club. DETAILS: INFO@montvillechamber.org. #EducateInpsireEmpower!

3 months ago, Montville Township Public Schools

The 61st Annual Montville Twp. Chamber of Commerce Awards Banquet will be held on Thursday, March 13th, starting at 6pm at The Knoll West Country Club. Seating is by advance reservations and payment only, on or before March 1st. For INFO & DETAILS: please contact us at info@montvillechamber.org. Congratulations Tobty and ALL the winners! Come out and Celebrate!!

IN THE NEWS! 3 MTPS Teachers Honored by VFW Post 5481. Maureen Moran of #CedarHill Named VFW’s NJ State Citizenship Education Teacher of the Year. Moran, Nicole Rudge of #Lazar, & Scott Riotto of #MTHS, received Local & County VFW Teacher of the Year Awards for Teaching Patriotism. Moran is now also competing at the national VFW level. SEE #MontvilleTAP: www.montville.net/vfwteacherawards

3 months ago, Montville Township Public Schools

2-Hour Delayed Opening! Due to inclement weather, all Montville Township Public Schools will open two hours later TODAY, Monday, February 3. Again, there is a 2-hour delayed opening Monday, February 3.

3 months ago, Montville Township Public Schools

IN THE NEWS! 3 MTPS Teachers Honored by VFW Pos5481. Maureen Moran of #CedarHill Named VFW’s NJ State Citizenship Education Teacher of the Year. Moran, Nicole Rudge of #Lazar & Scott Riotto of #MTHS Honored for Teaching Americanism & Patriotism in the Classroom. All 3 received Awards at the local and county level. Moran will now compete for the national VFW Award. SEE FULL STORY at #MontvilleTAP: https://www.tapinto.net/towns/montville/sections/education/articles/montville-township-elementary-teacher-named-vfw-s-nj-state-citizenship-education-teacher-of-the-year

3 months ago, Montville Township Public Schools

IN THE NEWMaureen Moran of #CedarHill Named VFW’s NJ State Citizenship Education Teacher of the Year. Moran, Nicole Rudge of #Lazar & Scott Riotto of #MTHS Honored for Teaching Americanism & Patriotism in the Classroom. All 3 received Awards at the local and county level. Moran will now compete for the national VFW Award. SEE FULL STORY at #MontvilleTAP: https://www.tapinto.net/towns/montville/sections/education/articles/montville-township-elementary-teacher-named-vfw-s-nj-state-citizenship-education-teacher-of-the-year

Congratulations to the Montville Township Public Schools 2024-2025 Educators of the Year! #EducateInspireEmpower! The following names ID all 15 district honorees in the first photo -- Back Row: Christopher Connolly (MTHS Princeton University Distinguished Secondary School Teacher), Melissa Epstein (Woodmont Teacher of the Year), Maria Heyburn (Lazar Teacher of the Year), Lisa Shapiro (MTHS Educational Services Professional), Tracie Hanzl (Hilldale Teacher of the Year), Debra Mancino (Hilldale Educational Services Professional), Maria Millan (William Mason Educational Services Professional), and Olesya Dubreuil (Woodmont Educational Services Professional). Front Row: Randi Bsales (Valley View Educational Services Professional) Sandra Faranda (Valley View Teacher of the Year), Laura Rivera (MTHS Teacher of the Year), Kayse Daniel (Cedar Hill Teacher of the Year), Clarissa Shell (William Mason Teacher of the Year), and Elizabeth Weinberg (Cedar Hill Educational Services Professional). The Lazar Educational Services Professional of the Year, Karen Vacca, was unable to attend the Montville Board of Education meeting on January 21, 2025.

3 months ago, Montville Township Public Schools

Montville Twp. Board of Education President Dr. David Modrak, Cedar Hill educators: Elizabeth Weinberg (Educational Services Professional), and Kayse Daniel (Teacher of the Year), Superintendent Dr. Thomas Gorman and Principal Michael Raj.

Superintendent Dr. Thomas Gorman, Hilldale educators: Debra Mancino (Educational Services Professional), and Tracie Hanzl (Teacher of the Year), Principal Jill Cisneros, and Montville Twp. Board of Education President Dr. David Modrak.

Superintendent Dr. Thomas Gorman, Lazar Teacher of the Year Maria Heyburn, Principal Michael Pasciuto, and Montville Twp. Board of Education President Dr. David Modrak. The Lazar Educational Services Professional of the Year, Karen Vacca, was unable to attend the Montville Board of Education meeting on January 21, 2025.

Superintendent Dr. Thomas Gorman, MTHS educators: Christopher Connolly (Princeton University Distinguished Secondary School Teacher), Laura Rivera (Teacher of the Year), and Lisa Shapiro (Educational Services Professional), Supervisor of Science, Mathematics, and Business, K-12 Dr. Sandra Schwartz, and Montville Twp. Board of Education President Dr. David Modrak.

Superintendent Dr. Thomas Gorman, Principal Dr. Patricia Kennedy, Valley View educators: Randi Bsales (Educational Services Professional) and Sandra Faranda (Teacher of the Year), and Montville Twp. Board of Education President Dr. David Modrak.

Superintendent Dr. Thomas Gorman, Woodmont educators: Melissa Epstein (Teacher of the Year) and Olesya Dubreuil (Educational Services Professional), Principal Dominic Esposito, and Montville Twp. Board of Education President Dr. David Modrak.

Superintendent Dr. Thomas Gorman, Principal David Melucci, William Mason educators: Clarissa Shell (Teacher of the Year) and Maria Millan (Educational Services Professional), and Montville Twp. Board of Education President Dr. David Modrak.

Montville Township Public Schools 2024-2025 Educators of the Year Back Row: Christopher Connolly (MTHS Princeton University Distinguished Secondary School Teacher), Melissa Epstein (Woodmont Teacher of the Year), Maria Heyburn (Lazar Teacher of the Year), Lisa Shapiro (MTHS Educational Services Professional), Tracie Hanzl (Hilldale Teacher of the Year), Debra Mancino (Hilldale Educational Services Professional), Maria Millan (William Mason Educational Services Professional), and Olesya Dubreuil (Woodmont Educational Services Professional). Front Row: Randi Bsales (Valley View Educational Services Professional) Sandra Faranda (Valley View Teacher of the Year), Laura Rivera (MTHS Teacher of the Year), Kayse Daniel (Cedar Hill Teacher of the Year), Clarissa Shell (William Mason Teacher of the Year), and Elizabeth Weinberg (Cedar Hill Educational Services Professional). The Lazar Educational Services Professional of the Year, Karen Vacca, was unable to attend the Montville Board of Education meeting on January 21, 2025.

The Year of the Snake: Wisdom, Intuition & Transformation. Wishing you a prosperous & joyful Lunar New Year filled with love, happiness & success. Photos from the #MTHS & #Hilldale Lunar New Year's celebrations. #HappyLunarNewYear!

3 months ago, Montville Township Public Schools

Face Changiong by Peng Li - a Chinese artist who performed at the #MTHS Honor Society Chinese New Year celebration - The Year of the Snake: Wisdom, Intuition & Transformation. Wishing you a prosperous & joyful Lunar New Year filled with love, happiness & success. Photos from the #Hilldale & #MTHS Lunar New Year's celebrations. #HappyLunarNewYear!

Fan Dance Hilldale Elementary School - The Year of the Snake: Wisdom, Intuition & Transformation. Wishing you a prosperous & joyful Lunar New Year filled with love, happiness & success. Photos from the #Hilldale & #MTHS Lunar New Year's celebrations. #HappyLunarNewYear!

💚SAVE THE DATE! MEF MARCH MADNESS BINGO! 3/25. Progressive Bingo | Cash Prizes | 50/50 Raffles & special raffle: 2 tkts to Sweet Sixteen Game at the Pru. REGISTRATION INFO COMING SOON 💚 MEF supports educational initiatives in Montville Twp. Public Schools. #MontvilleEducationalFoundation / #MEF / #MontvilleEduca1 !!!

3 months ago, Montville Township Public Schools

COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS! Read about district deadlines for Pre-K & Kindergarten, the UPCOMING IMPORTANT Parent/Guardian Social Media Presentation, Auditions at MTHS for YOUNG WILL, Montville Rec, and MUCH MORE: https://www.montville.net/page/community-connections

3 months ago, Montville Township Public Schools

Big Fish Audtion for Youn Will at MTHS. Looking for a 10-12 year old for the part. Must be a MOntville Township Public Schools Student. Auditions Jan 28, 4-5:30 pm in the auditorium.

Parent & Guardian Program by Timothy Shoemaker on how to keep your children safe on social media.

Montville Twp Rec. Dept. Spring Program guide cover

MARK YOUR CALENDARS! Learn how to Protect Your Kids On-line. For PARENTS & GUARDIANS: "The Digital Dilemma by Timothy Shoemaker. For adults. Thur, Feb 13 at 7PM at #MTHS Auditorium. RSVP: https://timothyshoemaker.com/event/montville-nj-2025/#rsvp-now

3 months ago, Montville Township Public Schools

Superintendent's Column: What's Your Third Place? Dr. Thomas Gorman explores what inspires community. MTPS Students share their insights. MTHS offers 150+/- field trips/year, 112 clubs & 18 MTHS athletic teams. READ MORE: https://www.montville.net/page/superintendents-office

3 months ago, Montville Township Public Schools

Lunar New Year! #MTHS & #Lazar Mandarin students entertained nearly 300. The 6th Annual Chinese New Year event! Performance & Food! Art, cuisine & traditions were explored. The event is always FREE. LEARN MORE: https://www.montville.net/article/1983872 #EducateInspireEmpower

3 months ago, Montville Township Public Schools

Montville Township High School Mandarin students perform a Chopstick Dance. On January 14, 2025, Montville Township High School's Mandarin program hosted a vibrant Chinese New Year celebration filled with traditional cultural elements. Robert R. Lazar Middle School grade 6, 7 and 8 students assisted. Nearly 300 members of the community attended the free event, which was organized by the MTHS Chinese Honor Society.

Martial Artist Kelvin Lu, a grade 8 student at Robert R. Lazar Middle School in Montville Township, NJ, provided a powerful, elegant, and captivating performance for the 6th Annual Chinese New Year celebration hosted by the Montville Township High School Mandarin program. Lu is a bronze medal winner in the Martial Arts World Championship.

Montville Township High School Mandarin students perform the Lion Dance. On January 14, 2025, Montville Township High School's Mandarin program hosted a vibrant Chinese New Year celebration filled with traditional cultural elements. Robert R. Lazar Middle School grade 6, 7 and 8 students assisted. Nearly 300 members of the community attended the free event, which was organized by the MTHS Chinese Honor Society.

Montville Township High School Mandarin students perform a Dragon Dance. On January 14, 2025, Montville Township High School's Mandarin program hosted a vibrant Chinese New Year celebration filled with traditional cultural elements. Robert R. Lazar Middle School grade 6, 7 and 8 students assisted. Nearly 300 members of the community attended the free event, which was organized by the MTHS Chinese Honor Society.

Montville Township High School Mandarin students perform a Fan Dance. On January 14, 2025, Montville Township High School's Mandarin program hosted a vibrant Chinese New Year celebration filled with traditional cultural elements. Robert R. Lazar Middle School grade 6, 7 and 8 students assisted.

The crowd marveled at the mystery and artistry behind Peng Li’s face-changing performance.

Montville Township High School Mandarin students perform a Kung Fu Fan Dance. On January 14, 2025, Montville Township High School's Mandarin program hosted a vibrant Chinese New Year celebration filled with traditional cultural elements. Robert R. Lazar Middle School grade 6, 7 and 8 students assisted.

Andrew Sun-Yan, a 2018 MTHS graduate, dazzled the audience with YO-YO tricks that drew awe and applause.

HEADLINE NEWS! #MTHS Jr., Natalia Dudek, a Mentor for #Lazar's STEAM Club, presented to #MontvilleBOE in Dec! With mentoring, STEAM participation , excitement & leadership has grown. Dudek encouraged officials to “open up more channels for mentorship regardless of subject, allowing students to explore their interests, gain valuable insights, and develop skills that will prepare them for future academic and professional success.” SEE STORY at #MontvilleTAP: www.montville.net/montvilletap20250122

3 months ago, Montville Township Public Schools

Superintendent of Schools Dr. Thomas A. Gorman, Lazar STEAM Co- Advisor Jerry Wayne, MTHS Junior Natalia Dudek, Lazar STEAM Co-Advisor Karin Wardell, and Board of Ed President Dr. David Modrak. HEADLINE NEWS! #MTHS Jr., Natalia Dudek, a Mentor for #Lazar's STEAM Club, presented to #MontvilleBOE in Dec! With mentoring, STEAM participation , excitement & leadership has grown. Dudek encouraged officials to “open up more channels for mentorship regardless of subject, allowing students to explore their interests, gain valuable insights, and develop skills that will prepare them for future academic and professional success.” SEE STORY at #MontvilleTAP: www.montville.net/montvilletap20250122

IN THE NEWS! #Lazar Donates 100 Bags of Fidgets to Goryeb Children’s Hospital -- Initial Goals Doubled! See #MontvilleTAP: https://www.tapinto.net/towns/montville/sections/giving-back/articles/lazar-middle-school-donates-100-bags-of-fidgets-to-goryeb-children-s-hospital

3 months ago, Montville Township Public Schools

TONIGHT! #MontvilleBOE Meeting in #MTHS Media Center at 7:30PM. Teachers of the Year & Eagle Scout Recognitions are scheduled. SEE AGENDA: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/3526/Montville/5209331/2025-01-21_Public_Session_Agenda.pdf

3 months ago, Montville Township Public Schools

TONIGHT! #MontvilleBOE Meeting in #MTHS Media Center at 7:30PM. Teachers of the Year & Eagle Scout Recognition scheduled. AGENDA: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/3526/Montville/5209331/2025-01-21_Public_Session_Agenda.pdf