College with Accommodations - Weds, Oct 29th @7pm
College With Accommodations - Wednesday 10/29 @ 7:00pm
Join Matt Endlich, CHS Transitions Coordinator, to learn about starting college with a 504 or IEP. This is a great meeting for juniors, seniors and their parents/guardians.
Learn more here and register here by 10/28
Black Box Theater @ Columbia High School, 17 Parker Ave, Maplewood.
Learn more about the Special Education Parent Advisory Committee (SEPAC SOMA).
Questions? Email info@sepacsoma.org.
Read MoreBack To School Night Musical Bingo 10/24
PARENTS & CAREGIVERS: Join us for the MMS HSA inaugural Back To School Night Musical Bingo. Friday, October 24, 7-10pm at Maplewood "Little Club".
Ticket price includes 2-3 rounds of musical bingo (each round takes approximately 45 minutes) and bingo daubers. This event is BYO food and drinks! 21+ only!
Questions? Email president@maplewoodmiddleschool.org
Step Up Workshops
Announcing Step Up Workshops! - a new, engaging program for middle school students interested in workshops led by high school students, supervised by a staff member. The workshops will take place once a week at MMS, offering a variety of fun and educational workshops. Students can repeat a favorite workshop or try a new one each week.
Workshops start on Thursday October 23, 2025 in the MMS Library 2:45pm to 3:45pm. Students should sign up for 6 weeks.
Please use the Step Up Workshop for MMS Form to respond with your interest by the end of the day on Tuesday, October 21.
Reach out to Ms. Gronau with questions at dgronau@somsd.k12.nj.us or extension 3001.
Read MoreOctober Updates @ SEPAC SOMA
College With Accommodations - Wednesday 10/29 @ 7:00pm
Join Matt Endlich, CHS Transitions Coordinator, to learn about starting college with a 504 or IEP.
This is a great meeting for juniors, seniors and their parents/guardians.
Learn more here and register here by 10/28
Black Box Theater @ Columbia High School, 17 Parker Ave, Maplewood.
Learn more about the Special Education Parent Advisory Committee (SEPAC SOMA). Questions? Email info@sepacsoma.org.
Fall Spiritwear ON SALE NOW until October 31
The 2025 Fall Spiritwear Sale is LIVE! Shop NOW until Friday, October 31.
Visit https://nk-graphics.com/mms_fall_25/shop/home to place your order. Orders ship after October 31 and should be available by mid to late November.
Questions? Email Rachel Goldman at spiritwear@maplewoodmiddleschool.org
Register by 10/24 for Middle School Math Contests!
If your student enjoys math and likes a challenge, be sure to sign up to participate in the MMS math contests by completing this registration form by October 24th!
All MMS 6th-8th graders are welcome to try out these competitions at no risk (assigned math contest IDs keep results confidential).
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AMC 8 involves one 40-minute test
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MathCounts involves two rounds of 30-40 minutes each (School Competition)
This additional information explains more about the contests, which are brought to you in partnership with the MMS HSA. Please reach out to Mr. Marc Kessler with any questions.
Tuesday, October 14 is a 4 hour day
REMINDER: This TUESDAY, 10/14 is a 4-hour Day with 12:30pm dismissal for professional development.
Lunch will NOT be served
Community Conversation with Supt Bing 10/14
Join us for the first Community Conversation with Superintendent Jason Bing of the year on October 14, 2025, at 6:00 PM at Columbia High School. These informal yet meaningful gatherings offer families and community members a chance to engage directly with Mr. Bing, share ideas, and discuss the future of our schools.
Superintendent Bing will provide district updates, listen to community feedback, and open the floor for a dynamic Q&A. Whether you have a question, a concern, or a creative idea, your voice is essential in shaping the path forward for the South Orange & Maplewood School District.
Community members are invited to attend!
October Updates @ SEPAC SOMA
Wednesday 10/15 @ 7:00pm Community Meeting: Kathleen Gesumaria, SOMSD Assistant Superintendent for Special Services, will share an overview of the Special Education-related programs, classes, and services available in our district. Virtual via WebEx.
Sunday 10/19 @ 6:30pm Cup Chats: Informal, in-person gatherings that are a great way to connect with other parents and caregivers of kids with Special Education-related needs in our community. The six candidates running for the SOMSD BOE have been invited to hear your experiences with Special Education in our school district.
Community Center @ Founders Park, 317 Valley St, South Orange.
Wednesday 10/29 @ 7:00pm Workshop: Join Matt Endlich, CHS Transitions Coordinator, to learn about starting college with a 504 or IEP. This is a great meeting for juniors, seniors and their parents/guardians. Learn more here and register here by 10/28
Black Box Theater @ Columbia High School, 17 Parker Ave, Maplewood.
Learn more about the Special Education Parent Advisory Committee (SEPAC SOMA). Questions? Email info@sepacsoma.org.
Congratulations to 2025 Walkathon Winners
This year's Walkathon raised over $15,000! THANK YOU!
7th Graders were top earners and had the most participation and will win Battle of the Classes Points!
Cougar Cash Winners* (sent 5+ pledges)
6th - June Demaree, Owen Elwood, Annie Feder, Kyle Fluhr, Natalie Goldman, Michael Jacobs, Dorothy Kantor, Maxwell Kolodiy, Lucas Martinez, Dean Mason, Dean McCarthy, Norah Rodgers, Anna Schrader, Abijah Spielman, Shannon Stukes
7th - Amelia Blaine, Patrick Ceglio, Laramie Gordon, Leo Guerrero, Hackson Hastings, Harry Klein, Zelda McCarthy, Vita Papa, Vida Querioz Spick, Pazel Schneider, Henry Voss, Aiden Ward, Samuel Zia
8th - Fox Beasley, Mateo Cruzate, Luke MacWhannell, Lily Malgieri, Victoria Martinez, Joshua Ogele, Phoebe Quint, Mila Rodgers, Caden Schrader, Natalia Sneed, Serafina Visco
Gift Card Winners* (sent 10+ pledges)
6th -Michael Jacobs, Maxwell Kolodiy
7th - Patrick Ceglio, Laramie Gordon, Harry Klein, Pazel Schneider, Aiden Ward
8th - Lily Malgieri, Joshua Ogele
MMS Spiritwear Winners** (Top Fundraisers)
6th - Annie Feder, Kyle Fluhr, Dean Mason
7th - Oliver Choy, Harry Klein, Katie Reeder, Samuel Zia
8th - Fox Beasley
*Cougar Cash Winners and Gift Card Winners can report to the Main Office to pick up their prizes.
**MMS Spiritwear Winners will be contacted when merchandise is available.
