Information available for Class of 2020
Graduation and Promotion Ceremonies

A new area has been dedicated to publishing centralized information on how New Brunswick Public Schools is honoring our graduates.

Head to www.nbpschools.net/2020 to keep track of updates on celebrations.


  • Click here for the Virtual Nurses' Office at New Brunswick Public Schools Click here for the Remote Counseling Services at New Brunswick Public Schools

Student Meal Distribution

New Brunswick Public Schools will be providing meals to students two (2) times a week during this time of extended closure.

On Tuesdays, the district will provide multiple breakfast and lunch meals for students to last through Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday.

On Fridays, the school district will distribute breakfast and lunch meals for students to last for that Friday and the following Monday.

NOTE: Please only send 1-2 members of your family to receive meals. This is to ensure that families maintain social distancing and stay healthy while receiving meals.

These meals will be provided twice a week from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the following locations:


Student Registration

  • New Brunswick Public Schools is still processing student enrollment during our extended closure. For more information, please see the categories below.

    K-12 Registration 
    Please call the Office of the Superintendent at (732) 745-5300, extension 5413 or extension 5416 to make a phone appointment to register.

    Pre-K Registration 
    Please call the Early Childhood Department at (732) 745-5300, extension 4060 to make a phone appointment to register. If our representatives are on another call, please leave a voice message with your full name, contact telephone number, and indicate you are calling to register for preschool. 

    Parents able to download and complete the registration materials located on the Early Childhood Registration website can email their completed forms to ec_registrations@nbpsnj.net.

     

District Device Depot

  • A centralized location has been designated for students and staff to bring their damaged or broken New Brunswick Public Schools devices and have them repaired. 

    Schedule

    • Location: New Brunswick Middle School – Front Entrance Lobby

    • Time: 11:00 am - 12:30 pm on Thursdays, starting March 26th

     
    Device Depot for Replacement of Devices:
    • Device does not power on.
    • Screen is broken, cracked, or does not display.
    • Keyboard does not function
    • Mouse does not function
    • Replacement charger
    • WIFI Connectivity (Please also refer to the following document: NBPS Chromebook WIFI Troubleshooting - 2020-03

Mental Health Resources

  • We understand that this health concern does not only affect people physically, but it may also cause some anxiety. Below are some resources to support those who may need it.

    Union First 
    Contact person is Jeffrey Meyer — (609) 539-3939 or jmeyer@delphihealthgroup.com

    The Florida House Health Experience (based in New Jersey)
    Contact is Wayne Dibofsky — (908) 513-9949 or wdibofsky@fherehab.com

    WARM LINE by the NJ Department of Human Services 
    For individuals experiencing uncertainty or anxiety. Call (877) 294-HELP, (866) 202-HELP, (877) 294-4356

     

    NJ 2-1-1 Website

    NJ 2-1-1 (https://www.nj211.org/) has been launched to assist with handling COVID-19 calls from NJ residents. Residents can also text NJCOVID to 898-211 to receive live text assistance and to stay informed. 

Free Altice Advantage Internet for Student Families

  • In response to the COVID-19/coronavirus pandemic, Altice USA has taken several steps to ensure that Americans within the communities we serve have reliable access to high-speed broadband connectivity to keep them connected to the people, information, and resources they rely on.

    Altice USA is committed to helping schools and students stay connected during this unprecedented time. For households with K-12 and/or college students who may be displaced due to school closures and who do not currently have home internet access, we are offering our Altice Advantage 30 Mbps broadband solution for free for 60 days to any new customer household within our footprint.

    Starting Monday, March 16, 2020, eligible households interested in this solution can call (866) 200-9522 to enroll in the Optimum region.

  • Message from the Superintendent of Schools

Prevention is important

  • There is currently no vaccine to prevent 2019-nCoV infection. The best way to prevent infection is to avoid being exposed to this virus. However, as a reminder, CDC always recommends everyday preventive actions to help prevent the spread of respiratory viruses, including:

    • Avoid close contact with people who are sick. 
    • Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands. 
    • Stay home when you are sick. 
    • Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash. 
    • Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe. 
    • Follow CDC’s recommendations for using facemask.
      • CDC does not recommend that people who are well wear facemask to protect themselves from respiratory viruses, including 2019-nCoV. 
      • Facemask should be used by people who show symptoms of 2019 novel coronavirus, in order to protect others from the risk of getting infected. The use of facemasks is also crucial for health workers and people who are taking care of someone in close settings (at home or in a healthcare facility).
    • Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.  
      • If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. Always wash hands with soap and water if your hands are visibly dirty.

    For information about handwashing, see CDC’s Handwashing website.

Educational Continuity Links


District Communications

  • Message from the Superintendent

    May 4, 2020 — Announcement on Closure of Schools

    Governor Murphy has announced that schools in the state of New Jersey will be closed for in-person instruction for the remainder of the 2019-2020 school year. Although we will not be able to physically see each other, we will continue to provide remote learning experiences for our students and district staff, using our online platforms.

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  • Board of Education

    April 3, 2020 — Letter from Board President Diana Solis

    It is no doubt that the past couple of weeks have been both a challenge and a learning experience for us all. I’d like to thank each and every one of you on behalf of the New Brunswick Board of Education for your hard work and dedication to our families.

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  • District Communication

    March 25, 2020 — Spring 2020 Statewide Assessments

    Given the continued threat of the COVID-19 outbreak, the State of New Jersey has cancelled all statewide student assessments for the Spring 2020 testing window.

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  • Message from the Superintendent

    March 20, 2020 — Extended Closure Letter

    As a precautionary measure all schools will remain closed until further notice in order to reduce the potential spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19). Because the virus is easily spread from person-to-person, it is unsafe for large groups of people to gather.

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  • Message from Keira Scussa

    March 17, 2020 — Closure Guide for Parents

    As part of our plan to maintain the continuity of teaching and learning, we have moved to our remote learning instruction plan.

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  • Message from the Superintendent

    March 16, 2020 — COVID-19 Status Update

    Since we’ll be working with our students remotely, I presume everyone involved will have a fascinating educational experience. We will continue to do exactly what we are supposed to do as educators - push boundaries for our students. Teaching and learning shouldn’t stop just because the school buildings are temporarily closed.

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  • District Communication

    March 13, 2020 — Schools Closed for One Week

    Out of an abundance of caution, we are closing New Brunswick Public Schools effective Monday, March 16th through Friday, March 20th to limit the potential spread of the coronavirus. We will continue to monitor the impact of the virus and decide whether schools will be opened or remain closed on a weekly basis.

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  • District Communication

    March 12, 2020 — Schools Closed Tomorrow

    We are taking precautionary measures and closing our schools tomorrow, Friday, March 13th. At this time, we have no confirmed cases however the situation is changing daily. As a precaution, schools will be closed tomorrow to reduce the potential spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) and for continued cleaning.

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Plan for New Brunswick Public Schools

  • The Pandemic Crisis Preparedness Plan is an addendum to the District’s Emergency Plan. It includes specific steps to address the unique challenges that are rapidly unfolding. There are four phases of emergency planning included in this pandemic plan: planning, coordination and evaluation; communications planning; continuity of student learning and operations; infection control policies and procedures. The plan also identifies legal authorities and organizational structures that facilitate pandemic response activities.

    Click HERE for the NBPS Pandemic Crisis Preparedness Plan. 

Questions? Call the hotline

  • The State of New Jersey has provided a public call center for this ongoing crisis. If you have general COVID-19 questions, call the public call center at:

    1-800-222-1222

    or 1-800-962-1253 if in New Jersey 
    but using an out of state cell phone.

    Trained healthcare professionals are standing by to answer questions about coronavirus. The call is free.

Informational Flyers

No Place for Hate

  • It's extremely important to remember that novel coronavirus (COVID-19) is not connected to any race, ethnicity, or nationality. Misinformation about COVID-19 can create fear and hostility that harms people and makes it harder to keep everyone healthy. 

District Contact

  • During this hectic time, it is normal to feel worried or anxious about a child's education. If you wish to get in contact with your child's teacher, their email is in first_last@nbpsnj.net format and can be reached from any email address. All district staff, including school principals, can be contacted this way.

    This is a very serious issue that we're facing and it is only customary that our health safety initiatives during this time are led by:

    Marilyn B. Crawford, MPA, BS, RN 
    Head Nurse

    For general district inquiries or other questions, you may contact:

    questions@nbpsnj.net 

Out of District Students

  • While New Brunswick Public Schools is closed for precaution, parents of students who attend schools outside of our district but live in New Brunswick should find out their school's operating status. Our Transportation Department continues to operate and can be contacted for any questions or concerns:

    Lee Tiru 
    Transportation Coordinator
    (732) 745-5300, ext. 5370
    lee_tiru@nbpsnj.net

    Sandra Cardenas
    Transportation Support Specialist 
    (732) 745-5300, ext. 5371
    sandra_cardenas@nbpsnj.net
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