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SHS Virtual Information Night
Dear Students, Parents, and Staff, I hope that your New Year is off to a wonderful start! I am writing to promote an exciting opportunity taking place next Wednesday night, as part of our virtual District Discussion Series. The Milltown Public Schools will be hosting a Virtual Information Night in conjunction with Spotswood High School. Spotswood district staff members will be providing a presentation with information on academics, sports, clubs, and what to expect in general at Spotswood High School. Additionally, current Spotswood High School students will share their experiences and offer insight into life at Spotswood High School. This event is open to all families in both Spotswood and Milltown, and it will take place via Zoom on January 14th, at 7:00 PM. To join the presentation families can utilize the link or the QR Code on the attached flyer, or utilize this link . Feel free to contact my office if you have any questions. Dr. Stephen Wisniewski Superintendent Milltown Public Schools (732) 214-2365 [Wednesday, Jan 14 at 3:00 PM] This is a reminder that Milltown Public Schools will be hosting a Virtual Information Night in conjunction with Spotswood High School tonight at 7:00 PM via Zoom.
Thursday, Jan 08 2026
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Blue Ribbon Schools of Excellence
Dear Parents and Guardians, Good afternoon! Please find the link below to an article on Spotswood/Milltown TAPinto highlighting our distington as a Blue Ribbon Schools of Excellence "Lighthouse" school! Congratulations again to the entire JK FAMILY! Thank you! Mr. Veit https://www.tapinto.net/towns/milltown-slash-spotswood/sections/education/articles/milltown-s-joyce-kilmer-school-attends-blue-ribbon-schools-of-excellence-conference-in-orlando
Tuesday, Dec 16 2025
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Weekly Message
Dear Parents and Guardians, As we all try to keep up with the falling leaves that need endless raking, and as we prepare for the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, I want to express now, just how happy I am to be a small part of your, and your children's lives! I know Mrs. Iazzetta and Mr. Bloss feel the same, so ahead of next Wednesday, we'd all like to wish you and yours, a HAPPY THANKSGIVING! Below, the business of this past week! 1. On Monday, Miss Kaja led our 8th grade Youth in Government members as they interviewed our amazing Board of Education. The students gained deep and specific knowledge and understanding as to the functions and responsibilities of an organization, and we look forward to the continued partnership between the BOE, and JK's YIG! 2. It was great to see you all this past week on Wednesday and Thursday at Parent Teacher Conferences! The informative and insightful meetings allowed for a close look at both the academic, and social and emotional progress of the students! Thank you for attending, and thank you for your partnership! 3. Next week will be fun and busy here at JK as we embark on 2 new Thanksgiving holiday exercises via the School Climate and Culture Committee. We will have "Floatin' Into Thanksgiving" where 4th and 5th grade families have the opportunity to create mini floats leading to a culminating "parade" (in school) on Wednesday the 26th! Additionally, "Balloons Over Broadway" will be taking place next week! 8th grade honors students will have the opportunity to read, "Balloons Over Broadway" to our 4th grade students ahead of the big parade! This cross grade level activity provides fun for our most precious cargo, our 4th graders, and leadership opportunities for our most senior students, our 8th graders. Plus, it's just fun! 4. If anyone is around on Tuesday afternoon after school, feel free to stop over to the JK playground as the second annual JK TURKEY BOWL will be taking place! The JK staff will battle the 8th graders in the now annual flag football classic! 5. Just a reminder that Wednesday, November 26th is an early dismissal day. 6. Please be reminded that the early AM assistance tutoring calendar can be found on the JK website and the public calendar. We offer Math, Language Arts, and Science in grades 5 and 8. The calendar will reference "tutoring day" on the days where this assistance is available. 7. Please remember that the best way to contact me is at wveit@milltownps.org . Parent Square is only a mass sending email address, and all inquiries and emails needing my attention should go to wveit@milltownps.org . As I said above, we hope you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday, and this time of year more than ever, we all appreciate your partnership here at Joyce Kilmer! Have a wonderful weekend, and stay ahead of those leaves! Thank you, Mr. Veit VISION STATEMENT Milltown Public Schools will continue to build upon traditions that embed Parkview and Joyce Kilmer within the fabric of the community while seeking to remain committed to forward-thinking authentic learning experiences that promote academic excellence, environmental awareness and the health and wellness of our students and educational community. MISSION STATEMENT Milltown Public Schools, in collaboration with family and community, is committed to academic, social and emotional growth for all students to succeed as global citizens. We pledge support of a learning environment that respects diversity and equality regardless of ethnicity, culture, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age or ability.
Friday, Nov 21 2025
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Thanksgiving Message
November 21, 2025 Dear Students, Parents, Staff, and Members of the Milltown Community, As we enter the season of Thanksgiving, a time centered on gratitude, reflection, and the importance of family, I want to express my heartfelt appreciation to all of you for the warm welcome you have extended to me since my arrival in September. In just a few short months, you have made me feel like part of the fabric of this remarkable community, and I am sincerely grateful for the kindness and support I have received from every corner of Milltown. To our students, thank you for allowing me to be part of your school experience and for welcoming “Dr. W” into your classrooms, your activities, and your celebrations. Whether cheering at sporting events, enjoying the Halloween Parades, or joining in the Haunted River Walk, each moment with you has reminded me how fortunate I am to serve a community filled with such energy, pride, and spirit. To our teachers, thank you for inviting me into your professional world through observations and individual conversations. I have truly appreciated your openness, your thoughtful reflections, and your unwavering dedication to the children of this district. Your professionalism and passion are evident every day, and I look forward to the continued collaboration that strengthens our schools. To our parents and families, thank you for welcoming me so warmly at PTO functions and community gatherings. Milltown’s commitment to its children is unmistakable, and your kindness has made this transition incredibly positive. Your partnership and engagement are vital to our shared success. I am equally grateful to the Board of Education for granting me the privilege of leading this district and for the trust, support, and leadership you have provided throughout my first three months. Your commitment to the students and staff of Milltown reflects the very best of public service. I also want to thank our administrative team for their exceptional collaboration and steady leadership. Their willingness to guide me through every facet of this transition has been invaluable, and I am grateful to work alongside such a dedicated and talented group of professionals. Finally, I would like to extend a special note of thanks to my Administrative Assistant, Mrs. Joanne Hagerty. Joanne’s unwavering support, professionalism, and friendship have played a central role in my smooth transition into the district. As she prepares for her well-deserved retirement, I wish her nothing but happiness and fulfillment in the years ahead. Milltown is truly a better place because of her remarkable service. As we approach Thanksgiving, I am reminded daily of how fortunate I am to be part of a community that feels like family. Thank you for your trust, your partnership, and your continued commitment to our schools. I look forward to the months ahead as we work together to create an environment where every child can thrive. With gratitude, Steve Dr. Stephen Wisniewski Superintendent of Schools Milltown Public Schools Do not reply to or message this ParentSquare account as it is not monitored. Contact should be made though district email or school office.
Friday, Nov 21 2025
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Mr. Veit's Weekly Message
Dear Parents and Guardians, Good afternoon! We hope you all had a productive and fun-filled week! Below are highlights from the week at JK, and a look ahead! 1. THANK YOU to those who have recently jumped on the JK HOMEROOM app! I noticed the number of members significantly increased over the last 2 weeks! There is nothing like Halloween to bring out new subscribers, so thank you to all who spread the word and shared the information on how to join! For those of you that don't know, the JK HOMEROOM app is basically a JK Instagram page where we highlight pictures and videos of all the various things happening here at JK. From the classroom to the athletic fields, we cover and document a wide variety of activities and student accomplishments in real time! Look out for today's Veterans' Breakfast, and our fall pep rally today! 2. This past Wednesday night, the Milltown Public Schools District Discussion Series continued with an informative presentation by Mr. Bloss on student attendance. With the assistance of Ms. Kadash, and Nurse Tate, the presentation covered not only the importance of student attendance, but also the various programs and policies that assist in gaining, and maintaining student interest and engagement in order to bolster attendance. Nurse Tate highlighted procedures and policies while Ms. Kadash and Mr. Bloss focused on programming, and specifically, the Climate and Culture Team's work that has made a measurable positive difference in student attendance over the past 3 years. This, and the first District Discussion Series discussion on test scores by Mrs. Iazzetta, are available to view on the district website. 3. As mentioned above, today, we welcomed our beloved Veterans to Joyce Kilmer for our annual Veterans' Breakfast. With the help and assistance of the Student Council, and the National Junior Honor Society, our local veterans, and those veterans related to our students, joined us for a delicious breakfast, and a wonderful treat from Mrs. Hengeli, and our JK Band along with Mrs. Oest and our Chorus. What I consider to be the most important day of the school year because of the deep and rich learning opportunities for our students, and the chance to show appreciation and love to those who provide us with our daily freedoms, was yet again, a highlight of the school year. Thank you to all our Veterans for your sacrifice and selflessness as without you all, we could not enjoy the freedoms and opportunities we appreciate so much! 4. Today we celebrated our student body at our JK Fall Pep Rally! Fall sports, perfect NJSLA scores, high achievers on MAP, and a host of other students, and student activities were celebrated and recognized at the event. Thank you to our Band and Chorus students and teachers, our coaches and student athletes, our Student Council and National Junior Honor Society and their teacher leaders, and Mr. Bloss and Mrs. Iazzetta for their diligent work this fall! Our pep rallies are certainly a sight to behold, and we are thrilled to be able to build on the existing and very healthy school spirit, while celebrating all our students, and their diverse accomplishments and interests! 5. This past week, with the work of Mrs. Iazzetta, JK students took part in the NJSLA Adaptive Fall Field Test. The students worked diligently, and we are highlighting this effort as a practice run for the spring, where the students will have the opportunity to really show off their skills! We hope you all have a wonderful weekend with your families and friends, and please don't forget that we'll be conducting parent/teacher conferences next week on November 19th and 20th. We look forward to welcoming you all back to JK again, and catching up with you all on your children's progress thus far this school year! Thank you, Mr. Veit VISION STATEMENT Milltown Public Schools will continue to build upon traditions that embed Parkview and Joyce Kilmer within the fabric of the community while seeking to remain committed to forward-thinking authentic learning experiences that promote academic excellence, environmental awareness and the health and wellness of our students and educational community. MISSION STATEMENT Milltown Public Schools, in collaboration with family and community, is committed to academic, social and emotional growth for all students to succeed as global citizens. We pledge support of a learning environment that respects diversity and equality regardless of ethnicity, culture, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age or ability.
Friday, Nov 14 2025
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District Discussion Series: Wellness & Absenteeism
Reminder.............................. Our second virtual meeting in our District Discussion Series is scheduled for Wednesday, November 12th at 7pm, and will focus on Wellness & Absenteeism. Members of our Board of Education and our Community Relations committee will be attending, along with district staff. Please use this link to the Zoom meeting: MBOE DDS 11/12/25 Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81625543900?pwd=JrXKbAuaurqyCTHptXMvD9q3G44P2I.1 Meeting ID: 816 2554 3900 Passcode: 996276 One tap mobile +13092053325,,81625543900#,,,,*996276# US +13126266799,,81625543900#,,,,*996276# US (Chicago) Join instructions https://us02web.zoom.us/meetings/81625543900/invitations?signature=F5oF4FUHiYYFbni9_qoP9iGILT0EqORGN0vxTKM-xDo I look forward to you joining our educational discussion. Dr. Stephen Wisniewski Superintendent
Monday, Nov 10 2025
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Weekly Message from Mr. Veit
Dear Parents and Guardians, Good afternoon, and HAPPY HALLOWEEN! The energy was palpable in the building today, and I am sure the streets will be filled with scary costumes, and candy galore this afternoon! HAVE FUN, and ENJOY! Below is a recap, and a look ahead to the week of November 10th! (Don't forget, we're off next week!) 1. Earlier this week, students in grades 4-6 had a wonderful assembly with The Playground Players! The interactive assembly had the students involved and learning about the application of our core values of CARES, and a good time was had by all! 2. Our therapy dogs made another visit this past week, and in subsequent discussions at this past week's KNIGHTS OF THE ROUND TABLE meeting with student representatives, we discussed expanding this program to include more and more students and grade levels! 3. Speaking of KNIGHTS OF THE ROUND TABLE, there was rich and deep discussion with many new and innovative ideas shared by our students! One area of discussion centered around expanding our Spotswood Senior Walk to include students attending High Schools other than Spotswood. We will absolutely make this great idea a reality! 4. Our continued work with MSA classes on Restorative Circles is having a positive impact! Mr. Bloss and our counselors have done a fantastic job explaining the process to our MSA groups, and we look forward to their implementation in our real world situations. 5. If you have yet to do so, please complete any First Day Forms requiring your attention in Genesis. These forms provide permissions for things like walking trips, and class parties. Their completion also allows for report card viewing and conference scheduling, and with both approaching rapidly, we want to make sure everyone is all squared away! 6. I was THRILLED to see so many new additions to the JK HOMEROOM app! Please follow this link if you'd like to join us on what is the equivalent of a JK Instagram app where we share videos and pictures of all things JK! Have a wonderful Halloween with your family and friends, and we look forward to seeing everyone on November 10th! Thank you, Mr. Veit VISION STATEMENT Milltown Public Schools will continue to build upon traditions that embed Parkview and Joyce Kilmer within the fabric of the community while seeking to remain committed to forward-thinking authentic learning experiences that promote academic excellence, environmental awareness and the health and wellness of our students and educational community. MISSION STATEMENT Milltown Public Schools, in collaboration with family and community, is committed to academic, social and emotional growth for all students to succeed as global citizens. We pledge support of a learning environment that respects diversity and equality regardless of ethnicity, culture, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age or ability.
Friday, Oct 31 2025
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District Discussion Series: Wellness & Absenteeism
Dear Parents/Guardians, Our second virtual meeting in our District Discussion Series is scheduled for Wednesday, November 12th at 7pm, and will focus on Wellness & Absenteeism. Members from our Board of Education and our Community Relations committee will be attending, along with district staff. Please use this link to the Zoom meeting: MBOE DDS 11/12/25 Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81625543900?pwd=JrXKbAuaurqyCTHptXMvD9q3G44P2I.1 Meeting ID: 816 2554 3900 Passcode: 996276 One tap mobile +13092053325,,81625543900#,,,,*996276# US +13126266799,,81625543900#,,,,*996276# US (Chicago) Join instructions https://us02web.zoom.us/meetings/81625543900/invitations?signature=F5oF4FUHiYYFbni9_qoP9iGILT0EqORGN0vxTKM-xDo Please save the date for the remainder of our District Discussion Series on 1/21/26. I look forward to you joining our educational discussion. Dr. Stephen Wisniewski Superintendent
Wednesday, Oct 22 2025
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end of week message
Good afternoon Parkview Families, I hope everyone had a great back-to-school and are beginning to settle into their routine. Today's message will be brief, but in the school year ahead, please expect an end-of-week message from myself recapping some of the wonderful happenings taking place in Parkview, previews of what's to come, pictures, important dates, and special messages from teachers! I've included pictures below of our new book exchange and paved blacktop - The book exchange - you will find this mounted right outside the main entrance. Please take a look - it includes books for all ages and it's meant to borrow a book or drop one off! Let's put it to good use! The paved blacktop - we noticed this morning that the painted sections can be quite slippery after rain. It might take some natural weathering that will occur over time to roughen it up, but in the meantime, please exercise caution if you see the pavement wet. The Loop - it opens on Monday at 8:10am and closes 8:25am everyday. It operates rain or shine every day of the year with the exception if we have a delayed opening. Please have your child(ren) ready to go once your car reaches an adult around the bend. The smoother we can make it run, the more cars we can attend too. For scheduling purposes, kindergarteners may join in starting Sept. 22. Have a wonderful weekend! Mr. Siegel
Friday, Sep 05 2025
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New Superintendent Intro Letter
Please see the attached letter from Dr. Stephen T. Wisniewski, New Superintendent of Milltown Public Schools
Thursday, Jul 17 2025