Herbert Hoover Middle School

Congratulations to Edison High School’s “Swarm Sentry” Team! Our talented innovators took home 3rd Place and a $1,000 prize at the 2025 NJSBA/U.S. Army STEAM Tank Challenge Finals! Held at the New Jersey School Boards Association Headquarters, this event spotlighted students solving real-world issues through creativity, collaboration, and STEAM excellence. We are so proud of our students for representing Edison with innovation, heart, and determination. See the NJSBA news article here: https://www.njsba.org/news-information/school-board-notes/young-innovators-tackle-real-world-issues-at-njsba-u-s-army-steam-tank-challenge-finals/

🚨🚨🚨 Attention 8th Graders - If you are interested in attending the 8th Grade Dance to be held at the Pines Manor, the payment of $45 is due by Friday, June 6th by 9 AM! Payment can be cash or check made out to HHMS, or through Community Pass. Bring cash or checks to the main office. 🚨🚨🚨

🥎 🎉 Shoutout to Hoover’s softball team for wrapping up their last game of the season with a 5–5 tie against Thomas Jefferson Middle School! Special recognition goes to Keira Gluchowski and Eliana Ledesma for an outstanding job pitching and catching! Great job, girls! 🎉🥎

⚾️🎉 Congrats to the Herbert Hoover baseball team on their win over rival Thomas Jefferson 5-1. Hoover was led by their pitching and hitting from Esteban Betances, two double from Victor Jimenez and excellent pitching from Danny Lyons. Hoover finished the season with 8 wins and 3 losses, great job team! 🎉⚾️

⚾🎉 Come out and support the HHMS baseball team as they take on TJMS in the Final game of the season this Monday! 📅 Date: June 2📍 Location: Edison High School 🕒 Time: 4:00 pm

🎷🎻🎤 Congratulations to the 7th & 8th Grade Orchestra, 7th & 8th Grade Choir, 7th & 8th Grade Band, Select Choir, Chamber Orchestra and Jazz Ensemble for earning the rating of "Superior" at the Highnote Music Festival this past Tuesday. This is the highest rating possible. You continue to represent HHMS in a positive manner. Great job to all those who participated! 🎶

Academic Programs Grades 6 - 12 The Edison Summer Academic Programs provide an opportunity for students Grades 6-12 to strengthen academic skills, prepare for the year ahead, and enjoy new learning experiences. Spots are limited, so sign up today! View the full catalog using this link and register with the links on the catalog: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1IdEPdZY0jlQX9GoZoqD84A6xemT5imphCd-JPZCx40E/edit?tab=t.0 Have questions? Contact: Mr. Blevins, mark.blevins@edison.k12.nj.us & Mr. Cashin, joseph.cashin@edison.k12.nj.us

🏆🏃 Congratulations to the HHMS Track team who competed in the Edison Superintendent's Invitational Track Meet yesterday at JP Stevens and took home first place! Way to go!

📚🏆 Congratulations to Mrs. McAvoy and all the members of Battle of the Books who participated in the Edison District Competition today at WWMS. All teams placed first! Great job!

❤️ We’re excited to announce the launch of the American Heart Association’s American Heart Challenge. Join our online team! We appreciate your support!

The Edison Township Board of Education has changed the TIME of the Tuesday, May 6, 2025 Public Meeting to be held at the Edison Success Academy, 50 Calvert Avenue East, Edison, NJ.  The Meeting will commence at 7:00 P.M.  The agenda to the extent known is to conduct A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE 2025-2026 BUDGET, TO ALSO VOTE ON PERSONNEL REAPPOINTMENTS and any other matter that may come to the attention of the Board.  Formal action may be taken by the Board.  The Edison Board of Education reserves the right to go into a privileged session to discuss personnel and/or legal matters if necessary.   View Agenda Here: https://go.boarddocs.com/nj/edisontsd/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=DG6GLU445F2A View LiveStream Here: https://www.youtube.com/live/VMHUD64QU6I?si=KA0VLxPHT3mYrUEr

📘REMINDER: This Friday, May 2nd, is the last day to purchase a yearbook online. If you would like to buy now, please use the following link & code (14855725). https://ybpay.lifetouch.com/Order/SelectJob?isAdvertisementOnly=False

April Public Action Meeting - Budget Hearing TUESDAY, April 29, 2025 Budget Hearing Thomas Jefferson Middle School 450 Division Street 7:00 PM View Agenda Here: https://go.boarddocs.com/nj/edisontsd/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=DG3LUV584D6D View Livestream Here: https://www.youtube.com/live/KKirb_y4Y5U?si=deT1YhscTY-hz3Yo

🦇 Join us for a "Night in Gotham" Heroes vs. Villains Spring Dance on Friday, May 2 from 3:00-5:00PM. A $5.00 ticket and signed permission slip are required for entry. Tickets are limited! Permission slips can be found in the grade level Google Classroom. Return all permission slips to Mrs. Parcells in room 232 or Ms. Degnan in room 203.

Summer 2025 Programs – Now Open for Registration Edison Township Public Schools invites families to explore a wide range of summer programs for students currently in kindergarten through grade 11. From enrichment courses and sports camps to hands-on learning opportunities, there’s something for every learner. View the full catalog and register on our website at: https://www.edison.k12.nj.us/o/eps/page/summer2025 Have questions? Contact us at summer.programs@edison.k12.nj.us. #WeAreOneEdison #InspireInnovateElevate #ETPSSummer2025

🚘🚍🚊 A special thank you to Transportation Commissioner Mr. Francis K. O'Connor & Justin P. Davis Senior VP, Regulatory & Government Affairs & Chief of Staff of NJ Transit for coming to HHMS to be interviewed by one of our 8th grade YPAR groups about expanding public transportation in New Jersey.

 The Edison Board of Education has changed the TIME of the Thursday, April 24, 2025, Caucus Meeting (to be held at the Education Center, 312 Pierson Avenue, Edison, NJ) to commence at 5:00 P.M. and immediately convene to Privileged Session.  The Public Portion of this Caucus Meeting will commence at 7:00 P.M. The agenda to the extent known is to conduct the monthly caucus meeting of the Edison Board of Education and any other matter that may come to the attention of the Board.  Formal action may be taken by the Board. The Edison Board of Education reserves the right to go into privileged session to discuss personnel and/or legal matters if necessary.   View Agenda Here: https://go.boarddocs.com/nj/edisontsd/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=DF6RJB6E30B5 View Livestream Here: https://www.youtube.com/live/GkA3wYDvuV0?si=dDfP735JfN4LgJK5

Spring Break - April 14 Through April 21 We wish our community a Spring Break filled with rest, renewal, and blooming possibilities. Schools will be closed from Monday, April 14 through Monday, April 21, and will reopen on Tuesday, April 22, 2025.

Our Hoover AI power team has made their colleagues lives easier and more efficient today showing them how Brisk Teaching can be used in their everyday teaching! The Edison Day of AI is a huge success! Thank you to our team for the outstanding day of teaching and learning! Thank you to Chef D and the Hive for the treats and coffee!!!

Cultivating Community Event: Wednesday, April 9, 2025 Edison Township Public Schools invites families, students, and community members to Cultivating Community, a special evening dedicated to connection, creativity, and collaboration. The event will take place on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, from 6:30 to 8:00 PM at J.P. Stevens High School (855 Grove Ave, Edison, NJ 08820). This engaging celebration will showcase the talents, voices, and cultures of students across all K-12 schools, featuring: Live performances highlighting student artistry Interactive crafts for all ages Student-led sessions fostering learning and community engagement See flyer here: https://5il.co/3ayoo Register Here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfzOHCCbLEdkRtSQ2N9uIX0hHd1kdIVQsjg0_oe6-QvPvQfAA/viewform