Play of the day...Holiday Cheer! The greatest gift this season was the joy on our BOLTs’ faces 💙 From surprise smiles to moments of pure excitement, our community came together to make the holidays brighter for our kids. Thank you to our staff and community. #GreatnessStartsHere
about 7 hours ago, Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
Santa, Jingles and Benny delivering presents with Dr. Bevere and Mr. D
Santa, Jingles and Benny delivering presents with Dr. Bevere and Mr. D
Santa, Jingles and Benny delivering presents with Dr. Bevere and Mr. D
 Santa, Jingles and Benny delivering presents with Dr. Bevere and Mr. D

CONGRATULATIONS and THANK YOU to our hard working Edison teachers and educational services providers.

Everything you do makes our student's school experiences better and we are thankful for it.

Benjamin Franklin Elementary School

Katherine Crowley- Grade 3 Teacher

Stacie Afonso- District Interventionist

Edison Early Learning Center

Violet Russo- Preschool Teacher

Shelley Zakim- CST

Edison High School

Vicki Jenkins- Teacher of Dance

Mellisa Wertz- Social Worker

Edison Success Academy

Dylan Zimbicki- Science Teacher

Amy Bruno- Social Worker

Franklin D Roosevelt Preschool

Sabrina Leshnower- Preschool Teacher

Debbie Stevens- Nurse

Herbert Hoover Middle School

Patricia Mohr- Self Contained Autism Teacher

Joelle Holowka- Paraprofessional

John Adams Middle School

Jodie Perrotti- Science Teacher

Michelle Witte- Counselor

James Madison Intermediate School

Kimber Wallace- Grade 4 Teacher

Sailaja Kalluri- Paraprofessional

James Madison Primary School

Joseph Sosa- Music Teacher

Susan Cox- Paraprofessional

James Monroe Elementary School

Jessica Miele- Grade 3 Teacher

Mary Walworth- Speech

John P. Stevens High School

Regena Shapiro- Special Education Teachers

Maria Randazza- Counselor

Lincoln Elementary School

Krista Baldowski- Grade 5 Teacher

Kristen Schaffter- District Interventionist

Lindeneau Elementary School

Kristin Benavides- Art Teachers

Christina Barilka- Instructional Coach

Martin Luther King Elementary School

Brianne Skriloff- Grade 3 Teacher

Michael Buckley- Armed Guard

Menlo Park Elementary School

Sunny Zapoticzny- Grade 1 Teacher

Manju Rawat- Paraprofessional

Thomas Jefferson Middle School

Natalie Ciervo- Grade 7 Science Teacher

Nancy Banos- Paraprofessional

Washington Elementary School

Melissa Conte- Art Teacher

Saman Majid- Paraprofessional

Woodbrook Elementary School

Tracy Christiani- Grade 3 Teacher

Matthew Shaw- Speech

Woodrow Wilson Middle School

Lauren Dziedzic- Science Teacher

Beth Caffiero- Guidance Counselor

about 12 hours ago, Elizabeth Cardone
Teachers and Educational Service providers of the year

The December Board of Education Caucus/Public Meeting is tonight, Thursday, December 18, 2025, at Edison High School, 50 Boulevard of the Eagles, Edison.

Closed session: 5:30 PM

Public Meeting will begin immediately after Closed Session.

View Agenda Here: https://go.boarddocs.com/nj/edisontsd/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=DNSLKC56E72C
View Live Stream Here: https://www.youtube.com/live/3hwATKSqiqk

about 15 hours ago, Edison Township Public Schools
Play of the day... Holidays Around the World. Our first graders explored Holidays Around the World. Learning about traditions, customs, and celebrations helped us appreciate what makes each culture special! #GreatnessStartsHere
3 days ago, Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
students learning about traditions around the world
students learning about traditions around the world
students learning about traditions around the world
students learning about traditions around the world
Play of the day... Ohana Night! Tonight our school community came together to celebrate connection, kindness, and what makes us a family. From hands-on SEL activities to laughter and learning, our Ohana grew a little stronger. #GreatnessStartsHere
7 days ago, Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
Maschios Moody Pancakes session
Ocean in a bottle session
suncatchers session
sand art mandalas
Play of the day... Wonder Wednesday! It’s Wonder Wednesday! Today our school turned into a hub of curiosity as students explored, questioned, and discovered the world around them. The power of wondering sparks endless learning!
8 days ago, Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
5th Graders wondering
2nd grade wondering
1st grade wondering
3rd grade wondering
Have yourself a merry little breakfast with Santa! 🎅 🥞

📅 Date: December 6th
🕙 Time: 10 AM – 12 PM
📍 Location: Edison High School Cafeteria
50 Blvd of the Eagles, Edison, NJ

🎄 Enjoy:
🥞 A delicious breakfast
🎶 Live music
🎨 Arts & crafts
📸 Photos with Santa himself!

🎟️ Admission:
Children 3 and under – FREE
$10 with pre-registration
$14 at the door
👉 Click the link: https://tinyurl.com/mpwzk6b5 to pre-register and save!
15 days ago, Elizabeth Cardone
Breakfast with santa december 6 10am-12pm EHS cafeteria

Play of the day.... Teachers of the YEAR!

Congratulations to our Teacher of the Year, Katie Crowley, and our Educational Services Professional of the Year, Stacie Afonso!
We are so proud and lucky to call you BOLTS! Your dedication, heart, and daily impact make our school shine.



23 days ago, Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
Teachers of the YEAR

Play of the day..... Math and Munch!

Families enjoyed coffee, donuts, and fun math games while learning strategies to support students at home. What a great way to start the day at Benjamin Franklin.

24 days ago, Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
Math and Munch
Math and Munch
Math and Munch
Math and Munch
Play of the day... Dash and Splash! Today, select members of Benjamin Franklin team participated in SONJ Turkey Dash and Splash. We raised over 3K for Special Olympics. #GreatnessStartsHere
about 1 month ago, Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
BEN staff at SONJ
our principal finishing
Play of the day... Veteran's Day Pride! 🇺🇸 Students came together for a parade, an honor walk, and heartfelt classroom conversations with our visiting veterans. We’re proud to celebrate and remember those who served. #GreatnessStartsHere
about 1 month ago, Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
Bagpiper performance
parade of veterans
veteran classroom visit
waving to bus of veterans
Play of the day... Election Day! Miss Thompson and Mrs. Masnica's 1st graders learned about voting through their own class cookie election! Students created campaign posters, voted for their favorite candidate & tallied the votes to elect our favorite cookie! #GreatnessStartsHere
about 1 month ago, Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
class votes
student voting
student voting
students making posters
Play of the day…Trick or teach! Our parade of costumes was filled with fun and community. Our classrooms were full of costumes, crafts, and spooky learning this Halloween. Wishing everyone a safe and happy night!
about 2 months ago, Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
Halloween parade
Halloween parade
Halloween parade
Halloween parade
Play of the day... Halloween Science! Ms. Lewkowitz's scientists explored the human skeleton and created spooky x-rays of their hands to celebrate Halloween fun and learning! #GreatnessStartsHere
about 2 months ago, Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
students holding hand skeletons
student with hand skeleton
students making hand skeletons
students making had skeletons

Announcement: Calendar Change!
On Tuesday, November 4, the district will operate on an early dismissal day. See our school hours on our website: https://www.edison.k12.nj.us/page/school-hours

about 2 months ago, Edison Township Public Schools
Play of the day... Book Vending Machine launch! Our Character Pumpkin contest winners were celebrated today with the gift of a coin to "purchase" a new book of their choice. Spreading the joy of reading at Benjamin Franklin! #greatnessstartshere
about 2 months ago, Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
students choosing books from the vending machine
students choosing books from the vending machine
Play of the day... Vonthun Country Farm! From pumpkin patches to apple orchards, our students got the full fall experience! They met farm animals, picked their own treats, and enjoyed fresh cider and donuts straight from the farm. #GreatnessStartsHere
about 2 months ago, Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
Students at the farm
Students at the farm
Students at the farm

Play of the day...Light Up Our Learning! ✨
Mrs. Facendo, Miss Koncius, and Miss Lyna’s classes learned about Diwali, the Festival of Lights! Students created their own diyas while learning from classmates who celebrate — sharing traditions, stories, and the joy of togetherness.

about 2 months ago, Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
Students making diyas
Students making diyas
Students making diyas
Students making diyas
Play of the day....Fire Safety! Our Kindergarten students had the opportunity to listen and learn from the Edison Fire Department today as part of Fire Prevention Month. Thank you to our local heroes for keeping our students safe and informed.
about 2 months ago, Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
Fire Safety
Play of the day... Trunk or Treat! Our PTA’s Trunk or Treat was a spook-tacular success! 👻 Thank you to our families, volunteers, and staff for making this night full of fun, creativity, and candy! #GreatnessStartsHere
2 months ago, Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
decorated trunk
decorated trunk
decorated trunk
decorated trunk