Highland Park School District

Due to continued impacts from the winter storm schools will be closed again tomorrow, February 24th.

Out of an abundance of caution, the Highland Park Public School District will have a delayed opening, Tuesday January 27, 2026, to allow students and staff to arrive safely. Below are the start times for each building:

Irving: 10:10am
Bartle: 9:45am
Middle School: 10:17am
High School: 10:17am

Stay safe and stay warm!

Due to the ongoing snowstorm and unsafe travel conditions, all district schools and offices will be closed tomorrow, Monday, January 26. All after-school and evening activities are also canceled.

The safety of our students, staff, and families is our top priority. Please stay safe, and continue to check district communications for any updates.

Thank you.

There is a special community event hosted by Highland Park Athletics:

A Night with Keli Zinn, Rutgers University Athletic Director. This event will take place on Tuesday, January 13th at 7:00 PM in the High School Auditorium.

Ms. Zinn will join us for an engaging evening focused on leadership, collegiate athletics, and the student-athlete experience. The program will include a discussion on NCAA athletics, an open question-and-answer session, and an opportunity to meet and interact with one of the nation’s leading athletic administrators.

This event is free and open to all students, faculty, staff, and families. We encourage everyone to attend and help make this a memorable evening for our Highland Park community.

We are proud to highlight Highland Park High School, which continues to earn outstanding recognition on Niche.com with an overall grade of A. The school is ranked #7 among public high schools in Middlesex County. Highland Park High School exemplifies academic rigor, inclusivity, and personalized support. Its success reflects the dedication of our educators, the engagement of our families, and the commitment of our students, showcasing a community where excellence and belonging go hand in hand.

Please be advised that Bartle Elementary School will be closed to all staff and visitors from August 11 through August 17 due to construction work involving walkway and bathroom renovations that require asbestos remediation. For safety reasons, no one will be permitted to enter the building during this time. Staff that usually work at Bartle will be relocated to the Middle and High School during this time with all phones routed accordingly. We appreciate your cooperation and understanding.

We are expecting poor weather conditions tomorrow morning. Out of an abundance of caution, the Highland Park Public School District will have a delayed opening, Wednesday February 12, 2025, to allow students and staff to arrive safely. If there are any changes to the schedule tomorrow I will be back in touch. Below are the start times for each building: Irving: 10:10am Bartle: 9:45am Middle School: 10:17am High School: 10:17am Stay safe and stay warm, Kristina Susca, Ed.D Superintendent

Irving Primary Preschool Registration for 3 and 4 years olds will open for the 2024-2025 School year on 2/14/25. Students must by 3 years old by 10/1/25 Students must by 4 years old by 10/1/25 This is a free, full day program.

Happy Holidays from the Highland Park Public School District! 🎄✨ Wishing our school community a season filled with joy, peace, and togetherness. See you in the New Year!

The December 16, 2024 board meeting has been posted!

As we reflect on this season of gratitude, we want to thank our students, families, teachers, and staff for their continued hard work, dedication, and support. Together, we create a strong and vibrant community. Wishing everyone a safe and joyful holiday filled with warmth, happiness, and time spent with loved ones. 🧡

Dr. Susca is looking forward to hosting the first of our strategic plan focus group meetings on Wednesday, November 20, 2024 from 7:00 - 8:00 PM. Please join her at the Middle School Cafeteria to discuss and provide feedback on our goals. You do not need to sign up to attend; however, it is strongly encouraged. Please let us know if you will need childcare services during the meeting, as well as a Spanish translator: https://forms.gle/pZbwRaYRoy1UY8T57

Congrats to HPHS ranked as the 8th best high school in Middlesex County: https://www.mycentraljersey.com/story/news/education/2024/10/10/middlesex-county-nj-best-public-schools-according-to-niche/75574678007/

There is a meeting of the Board of Education on Monday, October 14, 2024 at 7:00pm in the Middle School Cafeteria. This is a workshop meeting in which all items on the agenda will be discussed, but no action will be taken. The Superintendent’s report will be a presentation of the district’s NJSLA results from the spring of 2024. The agenda can be found at the following link: https://5il.co/2ymbl.

Given our upcoming Special Education Program Evaluation, our district leadership and board representatives will be joining the SEPAG meeting on October 10th at 6 PM. This is a great opportunity to hear about the evaluation goals and address any questions you may have. We look forward to seeing you all there and having a productive discussion! Please RSVP here : https://forms.gle/1bLvdkLitUFNWY727 We hope to see many of you there!

The next meeting of the Board of Education will be held on Monday, August 19, 2024 at 7:00pm. This is an action meeting in which all items on the agenda will be up for a vote. The agenda can be found at the following link: https://5il.co/2tt71.

Just a friendly reminder that the schools and district offices are closed on Fridays over the summer. Please reach out to each building for their summer hours Monday - Thursday. Have a safe and restful summer!

Just a friendly reminder that we will be hosting our third and final strategic planning meeting tonight at 6:45pm in the high school cafeteria! Hope to see you there!