Dear Linden Families,
Happy Spring Break. Spring break begins later this afternoon through Friday, April 5th. I wish our school community a peaceful time with family and friends. During Spring break, all schools are closed.
We look forward to everyone returning on Monday, April 8th. Also note that during that week, the Solar Eclipse will take place (April 8th), and school closure for Eid Al Fitr will occur (April 10th). Happy Ramadan to those who celebrate.
Preparing for the Solar Eclipse
There will be a Solar Eclipse in the Northeast Region of the United States on Monday, April 8, 2024. With such a monumental event occurring while school is in session, the Board of Education Commissioners want our school community to be prepared to take precautionary steps to remain safe during this historic event. The solar eclipse is scheduled to begin around 2:09 pm, with maximum coverage at 3:24 pm. It is scheduled to end around 4:35 pm.
We know the warnings of looking directly into the Sun during a Solar Eclipse is unsafe. Our school district will supply students with protective glasses to view the eclipse if they choose. The glasses conform to the transmission requirements of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). According to science.nasa.gov, homemade or ordinary sunglasses are insufficient ways to view a solar eclipse, as the reflectivity and polarization are not high enough for safe viewing.
I encourage you to talk about the solar eclipse during spring break. Teachers will also engage in conversations related to the solar eclipse. Contact your child’s optometrist or ophthalmologist for questions about your child’s participation. For additional information on safety viewing during an eclipse, visit https://science.nasa.gov/eclipses/future-eclipses/eclipse-2024/safety/.
Take care and be well,
Atiya Y. Perkins
Superintendent of Schools
Commander Rocco Tomazic, 72, passed away at home surrounded by the loves of his life on March 9, 2024
Dr. Rocco Tomazic was a visionary leader with a keen sense of understanding discipline, strategy, forward-thinking, and commitment. He returned to Linden Public Schools as Interim Superintendent during a transition period, where he was instrumental in stabilizing our district’s vision and standard operational procedures. He hired the current administration, and we honor and value his legacy. We take pride in how he strengthened our school system and community partnerships.
With decades of experience leading as a Commander in the United States Navy, the transition to lead and provide a better education for our Linden students is evident today. Dr. Tomazic’s extensive networks to advance the award-winning Linden High School NJROTC program he commanded during his early years is an example of his commitment to the students of Linden. His educational journey in Linden was as a Vice-Principal of Linden High School, Assistant Superintendent, and then Superintendent. Many of his proudest achievements are the NJROTC program, using his knowledge from Salve Regina University (International Affairs) by creating opportunities for Linden students to see the world through our exchange programs: Germany, Italy, Spain, France, and China. Ensuring Linden schools were safe to teach and learn by utilizing his military experience and degree from the Naval War College (strategic studies and national decision making). He always fell back on his education knowledge from Florida State University (theater management) and upgraded and enhanced our Fine and Performing Arts department by implementing new initiatives. He created opportunities for every student of Linden to be seen, heard, and valued through the many educational programs.
Linden Public Schools will continue to honor his vision by inspiring our students, faculty, and staff to be the best version of themselves in and out of the classroom.
May He Rest in Peace.
Dr. Tomazic’s obituary can be found here.
Atiya Y. Perkins
Superintendent of Schools
The Work Session of the Board of Education is scheduled for Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at 6:00 PM
The Regular Meeting of the Board of Education is scheduled for Thursday, March 21, 2024 at 6:00 PM
Meetings will be held in the School No. 1 gymnasium, 728 N. Wood Avenue, Linden, NJ.
“The Board reserves the right to go into Executive Session during this meeting.”
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