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Edison Township Public Schools Selected to Join the League of Innovative Schools
Edison Township Public Schools
September 16, 2026
Edison Township Public Schools has been selected through a competitive national application process to join the Digital Promise League of Innovative Schools, a national network connecting forward-thinking school districts committed to advancing innovation and excellence in education.
As a League member, Edison will have opportunities to collaborate with education leaders across the country, explore innovative practices, and contribute to research-backed approaches that support student success.
Learn more about Edison’s selection, what League membership means for our district, and our continued commitment to innovation.
We are proud to offer FREE Adult English classes to Edison residents!
Registration will happen on October 6, 2026 at 5:30 PM at Lindeneau School (50 Blossom Street, Edison).
Fall sessions run from October 6, 2026, through December 15, 20246, on Tuesday Nights from 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Child care is provided for Ages 3 and up (must be toilet trained).
For more information, email: nirav.lad@edison.k12.nj.us
Registration will happen on October 6, 2026 at 5:30 PM at Lindeneau School (50 Blossom Street, Edison).
Fall sessions run from October 6, 2026, through December 15, 20246, on Tuesday Nights from 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Child care is provided for Ages 3 and up (must be toilet trained).
For more information, email: nirav.lad@edison.k12.nj.us
Today, Edison Township Public Schools joins communities across our nation in remembering the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and honoring the courage and selflessness of the first responders and all those whose lives were forever changed by that day.
Never forget. Always remember.
Never forget. Always remember.
Calendar Reminder
Edison Township Public Schools
Friday, September 11: Early Dismissal
Click here to view school hours and dismissal times.
Click here to view the 2026–2027 school calendar.
Join us on September 22nd from 5:00-6:30 for popsicles at the MLK playground with friends & classmates! Everyone is invited to this free event to mingle & play. This is a family event, not a drop-off event. Please register to attend before 9/26. Register: tinyurl.com/MLK-popsicles. Pizza will also be for sale.
Happy Labor Day, Edison! Edison Township Public Schools honors the hard work, dedication, and contributions of workers throughout our community and across our nation. We hope our students, staff, families, and community members enjoy a safe and relaxing Labor Day. We look forward to welcoming our students back tomorrow, September 8, for a full day of school
Click this link to view the 2026- 2027 Odyssey of the Mind informational flyer.
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1NKaRj7UjBWSxQ7yIolNUWrDejP8lVjdxdIIjQEy6JtA/edit?usp=sharing
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1NKaRj7UjBWSxQ7yIolNUWrDejP8lVjdxdIIjQEy6JtA/edit?usp=sharing
Back to School Calendar Reminder!
Wednesday, September 2: Full Day
Thursday, September 3: Full Day
Friday, September 4: Early Dismissal
Click here to view school hours and dismissal times.
Our first Book Fair is from September 14th through the 18th. Support your child's classroom or library with books, a parent shopping night, and much more!
Here is the link to shop now:
https://literati.com/store/?school=martin-luther-king-junior-elementary-school-edison-nj
Here is the link to shop now:
https://literati.com/store/?school=martin-luther-king-junior-elementary-school-edison-nj
Busing information for the 2026-2027 school year will be available in the Genesis Parent Portal beginning Thursday, August 27, 2026.
The Genesis Parent Portal will open tomorrow, Monday, August 24, at 12:00 p.m.
Please note that once the portal opens, families will need to complete all required forms before they can view their child’s schedule for the 2026-2027 school year.
Visit our website for more information on accessing the Genesis Parent Portal.
The 2026- 2027 School Supply List is here! Please go to https://tinyurl.com/MLKSSL26 to view this year's list.
Edison Township Public Schools is proud to celebrate Dr. Thomas Toohey, Assistant Superintendent for Pupil Special Services, for being named a ClassLink Visionary Educator Award winner!
Dr. Toohey was recognized for his innovative, student-centered leadership and commitment to expanding opportunities for every learner. His work includes the development of Edison Success Academy, a forward-thinking program providing personalized pathways, comprehensive supports, and meaningful opportunities for students to succeed.
This national recognition follows Dr. Toohey being named the 2026 New Jersey Special Education Administrator of the Year and reflects his continued commitment to advocacy, innovation, and student success.
Congratulations, Dr. Toohey, on this well-deserved honor!
We are pleased to inform you that the online meal application system, MySchoolApps, is now open for the 2026–2027 school year.
The MySchoolBucks platform also remains available for families to manage student meal accounts, add funds, and pay any outstanding meal balances.
To help ensure your child's meal benefits are in place before the first day of school on September 2, 2026, we encourage all families to complete their meal application as soon as possible.
Please note that meal benefit eligibility from the previous school year will expire unless a new application is submitted and approved by October 14, 2026.
Click here to access our website for more information.
Thank you for your cooperation. We hope you enjoy the rest of your summer and look forward to welcoming students back for a successful school year!
Click here to view the mid-summer Superintendent's Report presented at the July 21, 2026, Board of Education meeting.
The Subscription Busing Application for the 2026-2027 school year will open on Monday, June 29, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. and close on Friday, July 31, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Applications can be accessed through the Genesis Parent Portal under Forms.
More information here: https://www.edison.k12.nj.us/article/3014003
We Congratulate our Class of 2026!
Watch the recordings of our beautiful commencement ceremonies.
Edison High School
John P. Stevens High School
Looking for ways to stay active, build skills, and have fun this summer? Edison Township Public Schools is excited to offer a variety of summer sports camps led by our outstanding coaches and staff.
Whether students are interested in developing their athletic abilities, learning new skills, or preparing for an upcoming season, our camps provide engaging opportunities for athletes of all experience levels.
Explore the camps below to learn more about dates, locations, registration information, and program details. We encourage families to register early, as space may be limited for some programs.
Due to the prolonged period of high temperatures and increasing humidity levels, which continue to build within our school facilities, all Edison Township Public Schools will operate on an early dismissal schedule on Friday, June 12, 2026.
Lunch will be served at all elementary schools. Dismissal is at 1:30 pm.
The Edison Recreation Department's afternoon A.B.C. Program will operate as scheduled.
Today, MLK had its Freeze Dance Celebration with Moby from BrainPOP! Students from every class attended the celebration and ended the day with delicious freeze pops! Huge shout-out to Mrs. Ronco for letting the school know about the contest and to all teachers who participated!
