Somerville Public Schools

Happy Valentine’s Day, Somerville! 💖🎶 We’re celebrating in multiple ways! From our quartets to “Blind Date with a Book” 📚💞Romance novel recommendations📖 to chocolate-covered strawberries ❤️The Ville knows how to spread the love! #ValentinesDay #Allin4theville

Please be advised that all Somerville and Branchburg Public Schools will be closed today, Tuesday, February 13, 2024. All after-school activities and events are canceled. Tonight's Board of Education meeting has also been canceled. Somerville Public Schools will be closed as planned on Friday, February 16th. An upcoming email will provide details regarding the make-up date for the snow day. Thank you.

Please be advised that all Somerville and Branchburg Public Schools will have a delayed opening Tomorrow, Tuesday, February 13, 2024. Be on the lookout for updates in the morning, should weather conditions require it. Please follow your school's schedule.

✨REMINDER✨ Somerville Public Schools will be closed on Friday, February 16th. Somerville Schools will also be closed on Monday, February 19th, for Presidents Day and on February 20th, for Staff Development Day. . . #allin4theville #somervillenjschools

🎉✨ Celebrating African American Heritage Month at Somerville Public Schools ✨🎉 This February, we’re honored to recognize and celebrate African American Heritage Month across all Somerville Public Schools! 🏫 From Van Derveer (VDV) to Somerville Middle School (SMS) and the High School (SHS), our buildings are alive with the spirit of celebration and recognition of the incredible contributions of African Americans. 🌟 📚 Our dedicated media center specialists have meticulously selected age-appropriate resources and materials to highlight African Americans' significant impact in shaping our nation and the entire world. 🌍 🖼️ At VDV, Mrs. White has put together an inspiring display featuring key African American figures from history to the present day. An absolute must-see! 🎤 Over at SMS, our daily announcements spotlight African American historical figures, outstanding athletes, and celebrated celebrities. Each day brings a new story to learn and share! 🤝 SHS’s Black Student Union, under Miss Courtney Eldridge's passionate leadership, fosters a welcoming community for all students, regardless of race or heritage. It is an excellent opportunity for everyone to come together and learn! This month is about more than just celebration; it’s an opportunity for all of us to deepen our understanding and appreciation of African American heritage. 🤲 We’re committed to nurturing an environment of diversity and inclusion, encouraging every student to embrace and learn from the rich tapestry of cultures that make up our community. 🌈 Let’s come together to honor, learn, and grow. Here’s to a month filled with reflection, education, and appreciation! 🙌 #AfricanAmericanHeritageMonth #allin4theville #SomervilleNJSchools

💡Staff Feature of the Week! 💡Each week, we'll feature our staff members at The Ville who contribute to students' academic success and help shape their path here at Somerville! This week is Somerville Middle School's Main Office secretaries, Mrs. Teeling & Mrs. Denson! Patty Teeling has been a part of the Somerville School District for the past ten years. She started at Somerville High School in the Nurse’s/Attendance office and was there for two years. Patty is now the Secretary to the Principal, Scott Hade, at Somerville Middle School. “I really enjoy working at Somerville Middle School. The staff has been very warm and welcoming! The students are a lot of fun!” Jen Denson has worked at the Somerville Middle School for 5 years part-time in the Main Office. She is the Secretary to Joe Tauriello, Vice Principal. Jen Denson grew up in Somerville and went through the Somerville School District. “Working where I went to Middle School is pretty cool!” The commonality between Patty and Jen in their past careers as caterers and marrying their high school sweethearts adds a unique connection between them, fostering a shared understanding and camaraderie. Their diverse backgrounds and experiences contribute to the rich tapestry of the Somerville School District community. Thank you for all that you do for The Ville! . . #allin4theville #somervillenj #somervilleschoolsnj #somervillestafffeature

🌟 Safer Internet Day Recap! 🌐 The Ville came together to celebrate the power of positive online spaces. Tips on digital wellness, cyberbullying prevention, and online safety were shared and discussed. Our students reflected on their learning about having an online presence. A huge thank you to all for making it a success! Let’s keep the conversation going and ensure a safer internet for all of our Somerville students💻❤️ . . #SaferInternetDay #allin4theville #SomervilleNJSchools

💡Staff Feature of the Week! 💡Each week, we'll feature one of our staff members at The Ville that contributes to students' academic success and helps shape their path here at Somerville! This week is Van Derveer School's Mr. Steinmetz! Mr. Andrew Steinmetz has been at Somerville for five years and is part of the Technology department at The Ville! While Mr. Andrew supports technology needs throughout the district, his primary focus is at Van Derveer School! Mr. Andrew does it all at Van Derveer, from helping teachers and staff with technology issues to repairing student Chromebooks, setting up resources for assemblies, maintaining printers, and always being there for a question or support! He helps ensure that everyone is supported and is a valuable asset to Van Derveer and the entire Somerville school community! Thank you for all that you do for The Ville! Thank you for all that you do for The Ville! . . #allin4theville #somervillenj #StaffFeatureSomerville

✨ VDV Spelling Bee Recap! ✨🐝 This week at Van Derveer was eventful as our elementary students took the stage for the VDV Spelling Bee! The air was electric, and every participant spelled their hearts out! A huge round of applause for Amelia, who emerged as our School Champ! The incredibly talented Reyan and Kaylene followed closely, securing the 2nd and 3rd places, respectively. Each of them displayed remarkable dedication and talent and made it a competition to remember! We are so proud of all our participants for their hard work and the spirit of friendly competition they maintained throughout the event. They not only enriched their vocabularies but also set a great example of excellence for their peers. Congratulations, Amelia, Reyan, Kaylene, and all the VDV bees! 🎉💐 #allin4theville #VDVspellingbee #somervilleschoolsnj

💡Staff Feature of the Week! 💡Each week, we'll feature our staff members at The Ville who contribute to students' academic success and help shape their path here at Somerville! This week is a double feature with Somerville High School's Ms. Formanowski! Ms. Formanowski, a.k.a. Ms. F, has been the Speech Language Pathologist at Somerville High School and MAPS for 6 years. She services students individually, in groups, and by pushing into their academic classes. At the high school level, speech therapy encompasses working on vocabulary, inferencing, listening/reading comprehension, social skills, and syntax. She enjoys working with the students and helping them find their voice. Thank you for all you do for The Ville! . . #allin4theville #somervillenjschools #somervillestafffeature

💡Staff Feature of the Week! 💡Each week, we'll feature our staff members at The Ville who contribute to students' academic success and help shape their path here at Somerville! This week is a double feature with Somerville Middle School's Mrs. Badawy! Mrs. Badawy has been the Somerville Middle School counselor for the past five years. She helps students get through a bad day and celebrate a great day. Mrs. Badawy is the ultimate middleman as she helps the 5th graders prepare for middle school and assists the 8th graders in preparing for high school. She serves on the school's climate team, the school improvement panel, and the equity community and is the 8th-grade graduation advisor. Mrs. Badawy loves to help students work through their emotions, support them with their academics, and guide them with future planning. Her favorite part of the school year is seeing the 8th-grade students in red gowns on the day of the Promotion Ceremony. She believes every day is an opportunity to make it a great day! Thank you for all you do for The Ville! . . #allin4theville #somervillenjschools #somervillestafffeature

Please be advised that all Somerville and Branchburg Public Schools will be closed on Friday, January 19, 2024. All after-school activities and events are canceled.

Please be advised that all Somerville and Branchburg Public Schools will have a delayed opening tomorrow, Wednesday, January 17, 2024. Please follow your school's schedule which you can view through our website.

💡Staff Feature of the Week! 💡Each week, we'll feature our staff members at The Ville who contribute to students' academic success and help shape their path here at Somerville! This week is Van Derveer Elementary School's Mr. Martinez! Salvador Martinez has been with The Ville for close to a year. He is currently assigned as the Public Relations Officer (PRO) at Van Derveer Elementary School. As the PRO, he is responsible for providing security and protection to the students, staff, and school property. He also ensures that all district/school policies, procedures, and emergency and crisis management plans are implemented and followed. Before his employment with the Board of Education, PRO Sal spent over 29 years in Law Enforcement. Officer Sal believes a safe school leads to student success and improved academic achievement! Thank you for all you do for The Ville! . . #allin4theville #somervillenjschools #somervillestafffeature

Please be advised that all Somerville and Branchburg Public Schools will be closed today, January 10, 2024.

Please be advised that all Somerville and Branchburg Public Schools will have a delayed opening tomorrow, January 10, 2024. Please follow your school's schedule. https://www.somervilleschools.org/o/spsd/article/1402071 We ask that everyone stay alert about potential flooding and its impacts on the school day. For more information on potential flooding, go to https://www.somervillenj.org/

⭐️These Somerville High School Staff Members are hitting some New Years Resolutions early and achieving Staff Member of the Month! Congratulations to Audriana Formanowski and Kurt Lorentzen for excelling for our students and going above and beyond!💫 Thank you for all that you do for The Ville! @somervillehighschoolnj . . #allin4theville #SomervilleNJ #somervilleschoolsnj

💡Staff Feature of the Week! 💡Each week, we'll feature our staff members at The Ville who contribute to students' academic success and help shape their path here at Somerville! This week is Somerville High School's Dr. Temple! Dr. Temple has been teaching at Somerville High School for 22 years. Dr. Temple teaches various English classes, including Composition, English 4CP, and Journalism. For the past eleven years, she has been working with the Somerville Academy of Liberal Arts, teaching both the Composition and the College Success courses. Additionally, she has taught English 9, 10, and 11CP, as well as SAT Prep and Creative Writing. Dr. Temple previously coached the freshman and junior varsity field hockey teams for ten years. She has advised clubs, including By Kids For Kids, Renaissance Club, and Key Club. Her classroom is filled with festive lights and bean bag chairs for comfort. The student/teacher relationship is of paramount importance to her, and she tries to foster those relationships every year! Thank you for all that you do for The Ville! . .

💡Staff Feature of the Week! 💡Each week, we'll feature our staff members at The Ville who contribute to students' academic success and help shape their path here at Somerville! This week is a triple feature with Van Derveer Elementary School's custodial staff: Mrs. Cabrera, Miss Cloris, and Miss Martinez! Karen Cabrera has been at Van Derveer for 6 years but has worked in the district for 10 years. Mrs. Cabrera is one of the custodians at Van Derveer. She does a little bit of everything from ensuring our hallways are clean and tidy to making over our Multi-purpose to represent our school colors. On any given day, Mrs. Cabrera can be found helping to make our school a better place. She always has a smile on her face and is willing to do anything. Cilia Coris is married and has two kids. She studied Business Administration at Kean University and worked in retail for many years. Cilia started in transportation 14 years ago and has been in the district for 8 years. Cilia has been a head custodian at VDV for over a year. Currently, Cilia is working to get her certification to become a supervisor for the transportation department. Gloria Martinez came from Colombia and has two children. Gloria has been a bus driver for 17 years and has worked for Somerville Public Schools for 1 year and 10 months. Gloria worked as a Sunday school teacher for 8 years and now is working with a Seniors Program at her church. VDV Assistant Principal Ms. Frevert says, "Our custodians are magical and worked together to create the most beautiful main entranceway space!" (see in the photos).

🌟 Holiday Surprise From Somerville PD 🌟 We are thrilled to share some wonderful news from Van Derveerl! This holiday season, the Somerville Police Department, in conjunction with NJ State PBA, has graciously gifted our dedicated Safety Patrollers with Hess Trucks! Our patrollers play a crucial role in ensuring the safety of their VDV peers, and this is a little token of recognition of their hard work ethic! We are immensely grateful to the Somerville Police for their support and for making this holiday season extra special for our young heroes. Thank you, Somerville PD, for lighting the way! 🚨 🎁 #allin4theville #somervillenj #HolidayCheer #SomervillePD