Dear Linden Families,
We need YOU to help us prepare today’s students for tomorrow’s world!
As Superintendent of Schools, it is my pleasure on behalf of the Linden Public Schools District Board of Education to invite YOU to participate in our Strategic Planning Process committee. This committee will be a focused group of administrators, faculty, staff, students, parents, and guardians. We will work together to create a shared vision for the district and identify both the strengths of the school district (those unique attributes that we can build on as we move into the future) and the critical issues that we will face (the challenges that the district must be prepared for in the future). We will meet on three occasions in the evenings on October 29, November 12, and January 14. Refreshments will be served.
The first meeting of the Strategic Planning process will take place on Tuesday, October 29, at 6:00 p.m. in the McManus Middle School cafeteria (sign-in at 5:45 p.m.). Their address is 300 Edgewood Road, and there is a parking lot. We will work in small and large groups, and the discussion will lead us to a consensus document that will identify our community’s vision, strengths, and challenges for our district and develop goal areas that focus on the future of our schools.
The New Jersey School Boards Association will facilitate this process. The Board of Education will use this document to help shape future goals for the district as we move forward.
If you have any questions, please contact me. Participation in any or all three of our meetings will be greatly appreciated.
Take care and be well,
Atiya Y. Perkins
Superintendent of Schools
aperkins@lindenps.org
908-486-2800 x8008
Dear Linden Families,
We are in the second month of the school year and are off to a great start. Our Fall sports are in full swing, and we are proud of our students’ athletic performances. Our students are taking grade-level benchmark assessments in reading, language arts, and math to demonstrate their readiness for college and career success in grades 1 – 12. To support their learning, students will use an online program called Exact Path by Edmentum, which customizes lessons and assessments based on each student’s strengths and weaknesses. Students can access Exact Path both at school and at home.
Later this month, we will host our first district-wide community engagement session on Tuesday, October 29, at McManus Middle School cafeteria, starting at 6:00 p.m. This session will focus on creating our 2025 – 2030 district Strategic Plan, and we encourage parents, guardians, students, and education stakeholders to attend and contribute to shaping the future of education in our district. Refreshments will be provided, and we look forward to collaborating with all participants to develop a plan that reflects our collective goals and values. There will be three evening meetings: October 29, November 12, and January 14.
Our district’s priorities revolve around student achievement, safety and security, and addressing chronic absenteeism. See the table below of district wide events. We do believe the MISSON POSSIBLE and we are committed to strengthening the home-school connection through upcoming events and partnerships with local police and fire departments to promote positive behavior and ensure a safe learning environment. We expect our students to make responsible choices, be good citizens, and represent our school community with excellence. I continue to share we need you to help our students learn, grow, and believe in their Linden R.O.A.R. in and out of school.
October 10: Secondary Interim Report Cards visible in Genesis Parent Portal
October 7 – October 10 / October 7 – October 11: Week of Respect and Fire Prevention Week
October 12: District Breast Cancer Awareness Walk at Tiger Stadium
October 14: District In-Service (School Closed)
October 15: District-wide Pink Out Day, wear pink to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October 21 – October 25: School Violence Awareness Week
October 22 – October 24: Elementary Parent Teacher Conferences (Early Dismissal / Lunch Served)
October 28 – November 2: Red Ribbon Week
October 29: Strategic Plan Community Meeting (6:00PM @ McManus Middle School)
Take care and be well,
Atiya Y. Perkins
Superintendent of Schools
Dear Linden Families,
It is time to R.O.A.R. in 2024-2025, and the wait is over. I am excited to welcome you to the new school year. Students return on Thursday, September 5th. Staff return Tuesday, September 3rd, for annual professional learning experiences that accelerate student learning. I need everyone to join me in our MISSION POSSIBLE vision to ensure student success by enhancing systems and structures for sustained accountability. The mission is to empower R.O.A.R:
Resilience (don’t quit; resilience is our superpower)
Opportunities (don’t settle; be curious and ask questions)
Achievement (inspire hope and unlock peak performance)
Relationships (be kind and connect with those around you)
Together, our R.O.A.R. is one sound connected and unified to promote growth in academics, athletics, alternative programming, and the arts. There will be moments of challenges. However, the late poet Maya Angelo once said, “There will be defeat, but we will never be defeated.” We are committed to serving students, and we need our students to show up and be on time. Cellphones are to be put away, and our student dress code policy will be enforced. Safety and security are our priority, and we will not tolerate violation to our code of conduct.
Students, when you think about what you plan to accomplish this school year, remember that it must be built off who you are on the inside. You are expected to be active participants in your learning. We will do what it takes to empower you to be accountable for yourself and then others. Your voice matters: we want to hear your thoughts and answer any questions. We expect excellence.
Teachers and support staff, thank you for setting up your classrooms and your willingness to meet the diverse needs of our student population. You are valued for taking the first step in creating positive experiences in and out of the classroom. We expect you to have a successful school year.
All schools have sent welcome packets home using the address listed in our student information system, Genesis. Parents and guardians, you must sign up for Genesis. In Genesis, you must sign off on the required forms before gaining access to student information. If you have any questions, please contact your child’s teacher, case manager, and principal. Change occurs when we communicate our needs.
On behalf of Linden Public Schools Administration, the Linden Board of Education, and the honorable Mayor Armstead, we stand together to promote unity in the community, which makes the MISSON POSSIBLE. We need all of you to help us remain interconnected to help our students learn, grow, and believe in their Linden R.O.A.R. in and out of school.
Enjoy the next few days as we prepare to return to school this week, filled with excitement and joy.
Take care and be well,
Atiya Y. Perkins
Superintendent of Schools
The Work Session of the Linden Board of Education will be held at the School No. 1 Gymnasium, 728 N. Wood Ave, Linden, NJ, on Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 6:00 PM
The Regular Meeting of the Linden Board of Education will be held at the School No. 1 Gymnasium, 728 N. Wood Ave, Linden, NJ, on Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 6:00 PM
“The Board reserves the right to go into Executive Session during this meeting.”
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October 15, 2024
Dear Linden Families,
We need YOU to help us prepare today’s students for tomorrow’s world!
As Superintendent of Schools, it is my pleasure on behalf of the Linden Public Schools District Board of Education to invite YOU to participate in our Strategic Planning Process committee. This committee will be a focused group of administrators, faculty, staff, students, parents, and guardians. We will work together to create a shared vision for the district and identify both the strengths of the school district (those unique attributes that we can build on as we move into the future) and the critical issues that we will face (the challenges that the district must be prepared for in the future). We will meet on three occasions in the evenings on October 29, November 12, and January 14. Refreshments will be served.
The first meeting of the Strategic Planning process will take place on Tuesday, October 29, at 6:00 p.m. in the McManus Middle School cafeteria (sign-in at 5:45 p.m.). Their address is 300 Edgewood Road, and there is a parking lot. We will work in small and large groups, and the discussion will lead us to a consensus document that will identify our community’s vision, strengths, and challenges for our district and develop goal areas that focus on the future of our schools.
The New Jersey School Boards Association will facilitate this process. The Board of Education will use this document to help shape future goals for the district as we move forward.
If you have any questions, please contact me. Participation in any or all three of our meetings will be greatly appreciated.
Take care and be well,
Atiya Y. Perkins
Superintendent of Schools
aperkins@lindenps.org
908-486-2800 x8008
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𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐧 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐅𝐚𝐢𝐫 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐕𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬
𝙻𝙸𝙽𝙳𝙴𝙽 𝙿𝚄𝙱𝙻𝙸𝙲 𝚂𝙲𝙷𝙾𝙾𝙻𝚂, 𝙽𝙹 – School No. 1 became the center of health and wellness on Saturday, Oct. 12, as it hosted the City of Linden’s third annual Health Fair, an event featuring more than 50 health care organizations focused on physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.
According to Aimee Peluso, health officer for Linden Health Department, the fair offered a wide range of free health services to the community, continuing its mission to connect residents with the resources they need for healthier lives.
𝐀 𝐖𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐑𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬
“This is all about linking our residents with the services and resources they need to live their healthiest lives,” Peluso explained.
This year’s fair drew approximately 300 attendees, consistent with previous years despite last year's weather challenges. Services included blood pressure and blood sugar testing, along with COVID, RSV, and flu vaccines, as well as dental, vision, and hearing screenings.
𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒: 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬
For the first time, the fair introduced free cancer screenings for uninsured men and women. “We’re excited about the dental screenings, which are new this year, as they’re often hard to access,” Peluso said.
The health fair continues to expand its offerings, ensuring that residents have access to vital health services that are often otherwise difficult to obtain.
𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐬 𝐈𝐭 𝐏𝐨𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞
The event was a true community effort, involving local businesses, organizations, and the school district.
“We’re grateful to the Linden Public Schools System for hosting us at School No. 1 and to our many partners, like ShopRite, Atlantic Health, Robert Wood Johnson, and Trinitas, who help make this event possible,” said Peluso. ShopRite contributed fresh fruit and water for attendees.
“This is the epitome of public health in action,” Peluso added. “One of the 10 essential public health services is to link people with the resources they need, and that is exactly what we do with this health fair.”
𝐌𝐚𝐲𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐫𝐦𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐝: '𝐀 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐮𝐬 𝐓𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐭'
Derek Armstead Mayor of Linden, who visited booths throughout the fair, praised the event’s impact and participation.
“It’s a tremendous turnout. Anytime you have something that addresses health, it’s a good thing,” Armstead said. “People often don’t get checked regularly, and events like this provide them with access to critical health information and services they might not otherwise be aware of.”
With a mix of health screenings, informational tables, and interactive exhibits, the health fair remains a vital event for the Linden community. As Peluso concluded, “We want to ensure that people have everything they need to achieve their best health, no matter what that looks like for them.”
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𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐚 𝐏𝐚𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐬 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐀𝐭𝐡𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤!
𝙻𝙸𝙽𝙳𝙴𝙽 𝙿𝚄𝙱𝙻𝙸𝙲 𝚂𝙲𝙷𝙾𝙾𝙻𝚂, 𝙽𝙹 – Linden High School'S 𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐲𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫, 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐚 𝐏𝐚𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐥, 𝐡𝐚𝐬 𝐛𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐧𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐝 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐀𝐭𝐡𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬. 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐇𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐠𝐚𝐦𝐞—𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐦!
𝐃𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐭
Brianna’s standout stats from September 30 to October 5 speak for themselves!
𝟐𝟕 𝐊𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬
𝟏 𝐁𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐤
𝟑𝟐 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐬
𝟑𝟔 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐬
𝟏𝟕 𝐀𝐜𝐞𝐬
She led the team in kills and digs against Roselle Catholic and showcased her leadership again against Rahway by topping the charts in digs and service points. A true game-changer!
𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬
This season, Brianna has racked up:
𝟏𝟏𝟓 𝐊𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬
𝟐 𝐁𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐤𝐬
𝟏𝟏𝟒 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐬
𝟒𝟎 𝐀𝐜𝐞𝐬
Her career totals reflect her consistent dedication to the sport and her team.
𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐨𝐟𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐭
According to Coach Mark Radil, "When Brianna's energy is high, the whole team follows. She's a leader, a strategist, and brings her A-game every time."
Whether she's scouting opponents or leading by example, Brianna’s impact is undeniable.
Stay tuned as Brianna closes in on 200 career kills—a feat that will make her 7th in Linden's record books!
#LindenPride #UnionCountyAthleteOfTheWeek #VolleyballStar #BriannaPaschal Linden Mayor's Youth Commission Derek Armstead Mayor of Linden
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October 15, 2024
Dear Linden Families,
We need YOU to help us prepare today’s students for tomorrow’s world!
As Superintendent of Schools, it is my pleasure on behalf of the Linden Public Schools District Board of Education to invite YOU to participate in our Strategic Planning Process committee. This committee will be a focused group of administrators, faculty, staff, students, parents, and guardians. We will work together to create a shared vision for the district and identify both the strengths of the school district (those unique attributes that we can build on as we move into the future) and the critical issues that we will face (the challenges that the district must be prepared for in the future). We will meet on three occasions in the evenings on October 29, November 12, and January 14. Refreshments will be served.
The first meeting of the Strategic Planning process will take place on Tuesday, October 29, at 6:00 p.m. in the McManus Middle School cafeteria (sign-in at 5:45 p.m.). Their address is 300 Edgewood Road, and there is a parking lot. We will work in small and large groups, and the discussion will lead us to a consensus document that will identify our community’s vision, strengths, and challenges for our district and develop goal areas that focus on the future of our schools.
The New Jersey School Boards Association will facilitate this process. The Board of Education will use this document to help shape future goals for the district as we move forward.
If you have any questions, please contact me. Participation in any or all three of our meetings will be greatly appreciated.
Take care and be well,
Atiya Y. Perkins
Superintendent of Schools
aperkins@lindenps.org
908-486-2800 x8008
ROAR Loud & Proud: Linden Tigers Homecoming Showdown & Coronation this Saturday!
This Saturday, October 19, at 1:00 PM, it’s all going down at Tiger Stadium as our Linden Boys Varsity Football team takes on Carteret High School!
Not only are we in for an epic game, but this is the homecoming event of the year!
Before kickoff, we’ll honor our senior band members and cheerleaders, and at halftime, we’ll crown this year’s Homecoming King and Queen!
Bring your family, your friends, and all the Tiger spirit you’ve got!
🎟️ Digital tickets only—head online now to secure yours!
📍 Where: Tiger Stadium
🕐 When: Saturday, October 19, 1:00 PM
Let’s fill the stands and make Tiger Stadium rumble and ROAR for our team and homecoming royalty!
See you there, Linden family!
Linden Public Schools Breast Cancer Walk Raises Nearly $3,000 in a Powerful Display of Unity, Hope, and Resilience
On a breezy, cool, yet sunny fall morning, Tiger Stadium in Linden was awash in shades of pink as more than 270 participants gathered for the annual Linden Public Schools Breast Cancer Awareness Walk.
Under the crisp October sky on Saturday, October 12, survivors, caregivers, school staff, elected officials, and community activists came together in a powerful show of unity, raising nearly $3,000 for the Susan G. Komen Foundation and spreading hope in the ongoing fight against breast cancer.
“The walk symbolized the strength and unity of the Linden community, which came together to raise awareness and support in the ongoing fight against breast cancer,” said Superintendent Atiya Y. Perkins.
Participants, donning bright pink T-shirts emblazoned with “Every Step Closer to a CURE,” eagerly awaited the walk’s start. Assistant Superintendent Annabel Louis opened the 2024 fundraiser by expressing her delight at the overwhelming turnout, which far exceeded expectations. “It exceeded my expectations,” Louis said. “Beyond the beautiful weather, having approximately 270 people register for such an important and meaningful cause is truly worth celebrating. This wasn’t just for Linden Public Schools—seeing community members, parents, elected officials, and city activists come out was wonderful.”
With nearly $3,000 raised and more funds expected throughout October, the Linden Public Schools Breast Cancer Awareness Walk was a resounding success. Donations will continue, with the final total to be announced on social media at the end of the month.
Reflecting on the event, Louis summed up the spirit of the day: “It was a community-wide event, and that’s what made it so special. This cause is important to everyone here, and together, we’re making a difference.”
As Kathales put it, “We can do anything when we stand together.”
School No. 4 PBSIS Kickoff Assembly Energizes Students for a Tigerrific Year!
LINDEN PUBLIC SCHOOLS, NJ — School No. 4 came alive with excitement as students gathered for two high-energy assemblies led by the PBSIS Team! From cheering for raffle winners to chanting for the chance to "Silly String a Teacher," the room was buzzing with energy and anticipation. Students learned the expectations for the year in a fun and interactive way, getting pumped for a year full of growth and achievements.
Meet the Buddy Bench! One highlight of the assembly was the introduction of the Buddy Bench — a special spot on the playground where students can sit when they need a friend. It`s a reminder to always be on the lookout for someone in need, building friendships and lasting playground memories!
PBSIS Thermometer Heats Up! The assembly also introduced the PBSIS Thermometer, where students earn vouchers for displaying the Six Pillars of Character: Respect, Fairness, Caring, Responsibility, Trustworthiness, and Citizenship. Each month, the vouchers will be tallied, and the grade with the most by year-end will score a HUGE prize!
The energy is high, the expectations are set, and School No. 4 is ready to soar! Let’s make this year TIGERRIFIC!
#LindenPublicSchools #PBSIS #CharacterCounts #BuddyBench #TigerrificYear
𝙇𝙄𝙉𝘿𝙀𝙉 𝘼𝙏𝙃𝙇𝙀𝙏𝙄𝘾𝙎
𝐇𝐚𝐥𝐟𝐰𝐚𝐲 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞, 𝐓𝐢𝐠𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐍𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐑𝐎𝐀𝐑! --- 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐧 𝐀𝐭𝐡𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐬!"
𝙻𝙸𝙽𝙳𝙴𝙽 𝙿𝚄𝙱𝙻𝙸𝙲 𝚂𝙲𝙷𝙾𝙾𝙻𝚂, 𝙽𝙹 -- We`re halfway through an action-packed season, and our Tigers are bringing their A-game! 🏈⚽🏐
Whether they`re gearing up for the final stretch or closing in on the end of their schedule, one thing is for sure—our athletes are pushing to reach their full potential and leave it all on the field.
Have you cheered for our middle school or high school teams yet? If not, now’s the time to bring that ROAR from the sidelines!
🐯 Let’s fill the stands and show our athletes the love and energy they deserve. As Kobe Bryant once said, “The job is not finished.” So let’s rally together, support our Tigers, and finish strong! 🙌💥
#TigerPride #ROAR #LindenTigers #SupportOurAthletes #finishstrong
Linden High School McManus Middle School Soehl Middle School Linden Mayor`s Youth Commission Derek Armstead Mayor of Linden
On Wednesday, March 14, 2024, the World Language teachers at the Linden Public Schools, along with the Director of Multilingual Learners, participated in the FLENJ 2024 Annual Conference: “Hand in Hand: Language and Culture in the Classroom.”
03/10/2024 – Superintendent’s Message
The women of the Linden Board of Education Administration Building are standing united in celebration of International Women's Day!!
District Anti-Bullying Coordinator
Ryan Devaney / rdevaney@lindenps.org
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