District Device Depot (Updated 10/10/20)
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New Brunswick Public Schools is pleased to announce that the Device Depot has expanded to three additional locations for students and staff. We encourage all students and staff to please continue to submit an IT Support Ticket through our web-based ticketing system.Schedule
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays — 8:30 am - 11:30 am
at these locations:
- McKinley Community School
15 Van Dyke Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
- Redshaw Elementary School
216 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
- New Brunswick Middle School
1125 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
- Woodrow Wilson Elementary School
133 Tunison Road, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
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)
- McKinley Community School
School Year Food Distribution Plan (Updated 11/20/20)
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Meals will be distributed to all New Brunswick residents who are age 18 or younger, regardless of whether they attend an in district or out of district school. Meals will be a combination of ready to eat and heat and serve meals. Ten (10) schools will be open 4 days a week from 11am to 6pm for meal distribution. We will be serving 3 days’ worth of meals on Mondays and Tuesdays and 4 days’ worth of meals on Thursdays and Fridays. Parents/students can choose any location and choose either a Monday/Thursday schedule or Tuesday/Friday schedule to receive 7 days’ worth of breakfasts and lunches per week. The following locations are available for meal pick up:- Adult Learning Center/Central Office
- Lincoln Elementary School
- Lord Stirling Community School
- McKinley Community School
- New Brunswick High School
- New Brunswick Middle School
- Paul Robeson Community School for the Arts
- Redshaw Elementary School
- Roosevelt Elementary School
- Woodrow Wilson Elementary School
A few important reminders for all participants:Student ID numbers must be provided when receiving food at any of the distribution sites.
Meals will be served from the gymnasiums and/or the cafeterias of each school and all participants are required to wear a face covering to enter the building.
Participants must be prepared to follow all social distancing requirements and must not attend if they are experiencing any COVID-19 symptoms.
Meals are available for all residents who are 18 years of age or younger.
Any week where the school is closed on a Monday the schools will be open on that Wednesday instead of the Monday.
We look forward to providing a balanced meal for both breakfast and lunch as we continue to meet the needs of our students during these unprecedented times.
Thank you and be safe!
New Brunswick Board of Education
Student Registration
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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. 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. You may also make an appointment by visiting https://www.nbpschools.net/registration.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. You may also make an appointment by visiting https://www.nbpschools.net/registration.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.
Free Altice Advantage Internet for Student Families
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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.
Prevention is important
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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.
Mental Health Resources
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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.comThe Florida House Health Experience (based in New Jersey)
Contact is Wayne Dibofsky — (908) 513-9949 or wdibofsky@fherehab.comWARM LINE by the NJ Department of Human Services
For individuals experiencing uncertainty or anxiety. Call (877) 294-HELP, (866) 202-HELP, (877) 294-4356NJ 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.
Educational Continuity Links
District Communications
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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.
District Re-entry Plan
Questions? Call the hotline
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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.
District Contact
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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 NurseFor general district inquiries or other questions, you may contact:
Plan for New Brunswick Public Schools
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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.
External Resources
- New Jersey COVID-19 Dashboard
- COVID-19 News from New Brunswick City Hall
- COVID-19 Resources for Licensed Childcare from DCF
- City of New Brunswick Office of Emergency Management (OEM)
- Middlesex County Department of Public Safety and Health
- New Jersey State Department of Health
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- World Health Organization Advice
Informational Flyers
Out of District Students
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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.netSandra Cardenas
Transportation Support Specialist
(732) 745-5300, ext. 5371
sandra_cardenas@nbpsnj.net
No Place for Hate
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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.