Falcon Pride!
Jefferson faculty honored at the 25th Annual Governor's Environmental Excellence Awards Ceremony
Jefferson students deserve access to an adequately funded, transparent, and equitable education system. Click above to access a pre-written parent letter template and a for link to the NJDOE's School Funding Outreach form.
At the Board of Education meeting on September 16, it was announced that Cozy Lake Elementary School will close at the end of this school year, and the Central Office building will be placed on the real estate market. The District understands that these decisions may raise questions and encourages the community to visit the District Reconfiguration page for updates as they become available.
Jefferson Township Public Schools is hiring now to fill permanent and substitute vacancies! Are you looking for a part-time job with hours to fit perfectly with your child's school schedule? Multiple part-time positions available.
Congratulations to Alyssa Guagenti, Jefferson Township Middle School's Gifted & Talented and Special Education Teacher, for being named Morris County's Teacher of the Year for 2024-2025! We’re so proud of you and all your amazing accomplishments!
Join us on Monday, June 17th, 7 PM at JTHS, for a letter writing campaign to Governor Murphy and legislators, calling attention to the devastating impact of the NJ School Funding Formula on our schools.
Visions is a community-minded organization with more than 50 years of experience. They serve members across three states, with a culture built on giving back. They're more than just money – they are people helping people. If you want to be part of something greater, something different, and something growing, then click here to learn more about internship opportunities.
For the tenth year in a row, Jefferson Township Public Schools has earned the Best Communities for Music Education 2024 Award from the National Association of Music Merchants Foundation in recognition of our commitment to K-12 music education excellence across the content areas of general music, instrumental music, vocal music, digital music, piano, ukulele, and guitar. Congratulations to our K-12 music teachers and students!
Mayor Wilsusen recently wrote an informative article about the New Jersey Highlands Water Protection and Planning Act. Click to read more about how our schools are directly affected by this legislation.
The Jefferson Township School district is proud to offer a free, full day, safe, high quality preschool program for all residents of Jefferson Township. To be eligible for our program your child must turn 3 or 4 years old by October 1, 2025 and must be a resident of Jefferson Township.
Students who are currently enrolled in our preschool program are guaranteed a spot for the 2024-2025 school year and do not need to register. Any families that are interested and not currently enrolled in the district’s preschool program who meet the above criteria can apply by following the steps below:
Please use the following link to complete all forms included in the registration process.
Make sure you select the 2025-26 school year
https://www.fridayparentportal.com/jefferson/preregistration/
REGISTRATION FOR ALL PRESCHOOL FAMILIES WILL TAKE PLACE FEBRUARY 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 AT THE BOARD OFFICE (DRUMMOND SCHOOL, 31 ROUTE 181, LAKE HOPATCONG)
Please sign up for an appointment time using the links below. If you live in Oak Ridge, you will register for White Rock School. If you live in Lake Hopatcong, you will register for Briggs School
White Rock School: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4DAEAC2EA1FECF8-53963616-2526
Briggs School: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4DAEAC2EA1FECF8-53953593-2526
You must bring the following documents to your appointment. You will not be able to complete your registration unless you have all the required documentation with you:
One of the following as proof of residency, which must have the name of the parent/guardian registering the child and your township address:
Original birth certificate
Parent/Guardian photo ID
Current immunizations and a copy of your child's most recent physical
White Rock School: 973-697-2414
Briggs School: 973-663-0900
