South-Orange Maplewood Parents Get Survey About School Reopening

Will school amid coronavirus be in person, virtual, or a mix? Districts in New Jersey are considering these options, including Maplewood.

Maplewood Class Of 1970 Makes Video For Class Of 2020

What perspective can the teenagers of the 1960s give to 18-year-olds graduating from high school during a pandemic? There are similarities.

Maplewood's 25th Coronavirus Death Is Doctor Molokwu, 59

ALSO: A free Essex County mobile testing site will come to the township June 4. Read on for other coronavirus updates.

SOMSD's Declaration On Face Coverings As Of May 21, 2020

'Face coverings required in Maplewood parks.'

Maplewood May Reopen Pool, Camp In July; Requires Masks In Parks

But the township also announced some reopening plans, including for the tennis courts, and possibly the pool and limited summer camp in July

SOMSD Special Services: Distance Learning Update From May 20, 2020

'On May 18, 2020, the South Orange & Maplewood Board of Education approved the SOMSD School Health Related Closure Plan.'

Maplewood Parents Sign Petition For More Distance Learning

Approximately 600 parents signed a petition. They say the South Orange-Maplewood schools are shying away from teachers instructing live.

SOMSD Preschool Update

'As a District, we believe that every child deserves the opportunity to have access to quality Pre-K programs.'

SOMSD Weekly Newsletter Wrap-Up From May 15

SOMSD issued their weekly newsletter from May 15, 2020.

Salute Your 2020 Maplewood Grad On Patch With Photos, Messages

They might not have a traditional graduation ceremony this year, but they've worked hard to get to this point. Here's to the class of 2020!

SOMSD Middle School Math Information Webinar For May 2020

The SOMSD released a math information webinar held on April 30, 2020.

SOMSD Weekly Wrap-Up Newsletter From May 8, 2020

The superintendent released a weekly wrap-up newsletter on May 8 for Teacher Appreciation Week.

SOMSD Public Notice On Board Meeting And Retreat On May 11

The SOMSD Board meeting is scheduled for Monday, May 11 at 6:30 p.m.

SOMSD Food Support Programs Expand

'If you need food support during our school closure, please let us know, and based on availability we will arrange for food delivery.'

SOMSD Schools Closed For The Remainder Of The School Year

'As of today, May 4, 2020, Governor Murphy has made the decision that all New Jersey schools will remain closed.'

SOMSD Dr. Taylor’s Dance And Song Challenge

'View Dr. Taylor’s video from April 24 to review the #SmartandStrong, song, lyrics and dance.'

Somsd Weekly Wrap-Up Newsletter As Of May 4

SOMSD has released their weekly wrap-up newsletter to the SOMSD community.

SOMSD Board of Education Meeting Scheduled For May 11

The Board of Education meeting is scheduled for Monday, May 11 at 6:30 p.m.

Cast Of CHS Musical, Matilda, Create An Online Video Singing “When I Grow Up.”

SOMSD's cast of CHS musical, Matilda, released a video of them singing "When I Grow Up."

SOMSD's Coronavirus Family Food Support Initiative Raises More Than $30k

The Family Food Support Initiative began on March 18, has served more than 500 families and has raised $33,664.

Report Card And Progress Reports Available Online For SOMSD

The report cards and progress reports will be provided via the PowerSchool parent portal.

SOMSD Welcomes Dr. Melody Alegria As New Assistant Superintendent

Dr. Melody Alegria began her new role as Assistant Superintendent on April 27.

Food Support Now Available For All SOMS District Students

'SOMSD Food Service will now provide meals to any district students and siblings under the age of 18.'

South Orange-Maplewood School DIstrict's Virtual Middle School Math Information

'Kimberly Beane, K-8 Supervisor of Math and Science will share information and answer questions.'

South Orange-Maplewood Superintendent Taylor’s Weekly Wrap-Up Video

South Orange-Maplewood Superintendent Taylor has issued his weekly wrap-up video.

SOMSD Intentional Integration Initiative: Video Update From Dr. Ronald G. Taylor

'Superintendent Ronald G. Taylor has released a video regarding updates and next steps for the South Orange And Maplewood School District.'

Columbia High School's 18th Annual Shakespeare Festival 2020 Goes Virtual

The Columbia High School is attempting to put together a virtual Shakespeare Festival and are seeking help from students.

SOMSD Update On Food Support And Meal Distribution Plan During School Closure

The updated plan is for students who receive free or reduced lunch.

SOMSD Nurses Video To Students And Families

'The SOMSD nurses would like to send our healing thoughts to our dear students and families.'

SOMSD Recognized By The NAMM Foundation As 2020 Best Communities For Music Education

'SOMSD was one out of 754 school districts that are among the Best Communities in the nation for music education.'

South Orange and Maplewood Issues Special Newsletter On Mental Health

'Mental Health Check & Wellness Check for Families & Staff'

Public Notice For SOMSD Board Of Education Meeting

The public session of the meeting will be at 7:30 p.m. on April 20.

SOMSD Schools Closed Indefinitely – Distance Learning To Continue Until Further Notice

Governor Phil Murphy ordered the closure of all NJ schools indefinitely Tuesday, April 7.

Superintendent Taylor’s Weekly Wrap-Up Message To The SOMSD Community

South Orange & Maplewood School District's Superintendent Taylor issued a weekly wrap-up message.

South Orange-Maplewood School District Coronavirus Social Distancing Reminder

The reminder has been issued by the district's lead nurse, Julie Porter.

South Orange's Food Support And Meal Distribution Plan During School Closure

The school district has issued information in regards to food support and a meal distribution plan.

South Orange Schools 2020 Census Information

The school district has issued information regarding the 2020 census.

South Orange Superintendent’s Video Message For The Weekly Wrap-Up

The superintendent has a issued a video message for the weekly wrap-up.

South Orange Schools Issues Weekly Wrap-Up

South Orange School District issues weekly wrap-up.

South Orange Schools Issues Thank You Message Over Distance Learning

The superintendent of schools has issued a thank you message.