Frequently Asked Questions
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How long are schools closed?
Posted by: Dr. Aubrey A. Johnson, Superintendent of SchoolsNew Brunswick Public Schools will be closed for an unspecified amount of time to combat the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) but teaching and learning won't stop just because the school buildings are temporarily closed. Read more at www.nbpschools.net/status.
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How can my child receive the student meals if I am displaced during this crisis?
Posted by: Head Nurse Marilyn B. Crawford, MPA, BS, RNPlease call the Head Nurse's office at (732) 745-5300, ext. 5304 to notify her of the displaced status. Accomodations will be arranged.
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Will my student still have to take statewide assessments?
Posted by: Director of Assessments, Planning & Program Eval.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. Please read the official communication from the NBPS Department of Assessments.
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What can my family do about lack of WiFi?
Posted by: Andrew Levine, Director of TechnologyIn 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.
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Why won't my Chromebook connect to WiFi?
Posted by: Andrew Levine, Director of TechnologyThe student Chromebook might need updates. Fill out a Tech Help — Student & Staff Support Ticket for troubleshooting.
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Will my child that attends a school outside of the district receive transportation?
Posted by: Lee Tiru, Transportation CoordinatorIf the school your child attends is in session at any point during our precautionary closing of schools, your child will still receive transportation. Contact Lee Tiru at (732) 745-5300, ext. 5370 or at lee_tiru@nbpsnj.net for more help.