Junior TAG students enjoyed a trip to Curly's Ice Cream. They learned the inner workings of running an ice cream parlor works and even made their own ice cream!
3rd Grade STEM
Mrs. Kelly’s 3rd grade class recently took part in a fun and engaging STEM experiment as they explored the properties of water. Students investigated how many drops of water could fit on a single penny while learning about the scientific concepts of cohesion and surface tension. Carefully adding one drop at a time, the students were amazed to see the water form a raised dome on the penny before spilling over. This hands on activity helped bring science to life as students observed and predicted their results while discovering just how powerful the properties of water can be.
Mrs. Kelly’s 3rd grade class recently took part in a fun and engaging STEM experiment as they explored the properties of water. Students investigated how many drops of water could fit on a single penny while learning about the scientific concepts of cohesion and surface tension. Carefully adding one drop at a time, the students were amazed to see the water form a raised dome on the penny before spilling over. This hands on activity helped bring science to life as students observed and predicted their results while discovering just how powerful the properties of water can be.
5th Graders Dive Into the World of Decimals
Students in Mr. Sabatino's math class worked on building decimal amounts using base 10 blocks. The students used these materials as part of their lesson on adding and subtracting decimals. This allowed the students to physically see how the regrouping took place at each value. It was a great opportunity for these students to enjoy math in a hands-on way!
Students in Mr. Sabatino's math class worked on building decimal amounts using base 10 blocks. The students used these materials as part of their lesson on adding and subtracting decimals. This allowed the students to physically see how the regrouping took place at each value. It was a great opportunity for these students to enjoy math in a hands-on way!
Students Visit The Growing Stage Theatre
Students in Ms. Kiernan and Ms. Yamakaitis' classes had an exciting trip to The Growing Stage to watch the play Mesmerized. Through the performance, they learned about Benjamin Franklin and his niece's important contributions to science, seeing history come to life on stage. The play also demonstrated the scientific method in action, giving students a fun, engaging way to connect with science concepts. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the experience, leaving inspired and entertained by the story and the performance!
Students in Ms. Kiernan and Ms. Yamakaitis' classes had an exciting trip to The Growing Stage to watch the play Mesmerized. Through the performance, they learned about Benjamin Franklin and his niece's important contributions to science, seeing history come to life on stage. The play also demonstrated the scientific method in action, giving students a fun, engaging way to connect with science concepts. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the experience, leaving inspired and entertained by the story and the performance!
6th Graders in LEAD Build Skills to Stand Strong Against Peer Pressure
This week in LEAD, Officer Questa "led" students in learning about the power of peers and how to handle peer pressure. They practiced nine refusal strategies, including walking away, saying no, steering clear, making an excuse, and even becoming a “broken record.” To put their skills into action, students played a lively game of peer-pressure bingo, which led to great conversations and helped them feel more confident in making positive choices.
This week in LEAD, Officer Questa "led" students in learning about the power of peers and how to handle peer pressure. They practiced nine refusal strategies, including walking away, saying no, steering clear, making an excuse, and even becoming a “broken record.” To put their skills into action, students played a lively game of peer-pressure bingo, which led to great conversations and helped them feel more confident in making positive choices.
Workshop of the Arts
Students in 6-8th grade participated in the annual Workshop on the Arts run by the New Jersey Consortium for Gifted and Talented at the Unitarian Fellowship in Morristown this week. On the first day, students attended workshops run by industry professionals in dance, acting, creative writing, set design, instrumental music, and vocal music. Then, they were placed into performance groups with students form various other districts. Each group was tasked with creating a 2-5 minute skit, incorporating all the disciplines, and based on the scenario of a sea captain and his crew entering into an underwater adventure. Students had a blast and demonstrated great Boonton pride through all their hard work and creative expression!
Students in 6-8th grade participated in the annual Workshop on the Arts run by the New Jersey Consortium for Gifted and Talented at the Unitarian Fellowship in Morristown this week. On the first day, students attended workshops run by industry professionals in dance, acting, creative writing, set design, instrumental music, and vocal music. Then, they were placed into performance groups with students form various other districts. Each group was tasked with creating a 2-5 minute skit, incorporating all the disciplines, and based on the scenario of a sea captain and his crew entering into an underwater adventure. Students had a blast and demonstrated great Boonton pride through all their hard work and creative expression!
5th Graders Shine at PTA TREP$ Night
After weeks of brainstorming, designing, budgeting and refining their ideas our 5th grade students put on their business hats and proudly showcased their very own marketplace at the PTA TREP$ night. From creative concepts to confident sales pitches, it was incredible to see their hard work come to life. A special thank you to all our volunteers who helped make this night a success. We couldn't have done it without you!
After weeks of brainstorming, designing, budgeting and refining their ideas our 5th grade students put on their business hats and proudly showcased their very own marketplace at the PTA TREP$ night. From creative concepts to confident sales pitches, it was incredible to see their hard work come to life. A special thank you to all our volunteers who helped make this night a success. We couldn't have done it without you!
This week, John Hill School proudly celebrated Read Across America with a variety of fun and engaging activities that highlighted the importance and joy of reading. Here are some photos from the day.
JHS Students' Visit The Boonton Library
Students from Mrs. Kiernan’s class and Ms. Yamakaitis’ class recently enjoyed a wonderful visit to the Boonton Library. During their trip, students received a guided tour and learned about the many important areas and resources the library has to offer. They also participated in an engaging scavenger hunt that helped them explore the space in a fun and interactive way. To top off the experience, students created personalized bookmarks featuring their favorite books. Thank you to the Boonton Library for providing this meaningful and enriching opportunity for our students!
Students from Mrs. Kiernan’s class and Ms. Yamakaitis’ class recently enjoyed a wonderful visit to the Boonton Library. During their trip, students received a guided tour and learned about the many important areas and resources the library has to offer. They also participated in an engaging scavenger hunt that helped them explore the space in a fun and interactive way. To top off the experience, students created personalized bookmarks featuring their favorite books. Thank you to the Boonton Library for providing this meaningful and enriching opportunity for our students!
Middle School Student Moves On To Regional Spelling Bee
We are proud to share that 7th grade student Riya Hidari has advanced to the Diamond City Regional Spelling Bee! This exciting competition will take place on March 15th, where Riya will represent our school among the region’s top spellers. The top finishers at the regional level will earn the opportunity to advance to the prestigious Scripps National Spelling Bee. We congratulate Riya on this outstanding achievement and wish her the very best of luck as she prepares for the next round!
We are proud to share that 7th grade student Riya Hidari has advanced to the Diamond City Regional Spelling Bee! This exciting competition will take place on March 15th, where Riya will represent our school among the region’s top spellers. The top finishers at the regional level will earn the opportunity to advance to the prestigious Scripps National Spelling Bee. We congratulate Riya on this outstanding achievement and wish her the very best of luck as she prepares for the next round!
JHS Students Attend The Learning Carnival
Students in Grades 3–4 participated in the NJCGTP Annual Learning Carnival at the Morristown Unitarian Fellowship in Morristown this week. Each student attended three 45-minute workshops alongside students from neighboring districts. Workshops included Math Mania, Kaleidoscopes, Bee Hummers and Duck Quackers, Lego Printing, Computer Science, Raritan River Study, Exploring Skulls, Embroidery, and much more. Our students truly enjoyed learning new skills, meeting new peers, and exploring their interests.
Students in Grades 3–4 participated in the NJCGTP Annual Learning Carnival at the Morristown Unitarian Fellowship in Morristown this week. Each student attended three 45-minute workshops alongside students from neighboring districts. Workshops included Math Mania, Kaleidoscopes, Bee Hummers and Duck Quackers, Lego Printing, Computer Science, Raritan River Study, Exploring Skulls, Embroidery, and much more. Our students truly enjoyed learning new skills, meeting new peers, and exploring their interests.
Mr. Nosal Teaches Weather Forecasting to Students
With last week’s storm and the cold weather this week, Mr. Nosal put on his weatherman hat and visited with our Pre-K students and 3rd graders to talk about weather forecasting and the role of a meteorologist. He explained how meteorologists study weather patterns to create forecasts and gave students a behind the scenes look at what it’s like to present the weather in front of the camera. Students were engaged, asked great questions, and enjoyed learning how science and communication come together in predicting the weather.
With last week’s storm and the cold weather this week, Mr. Nosal put on his weatherman hat and visited with our Pre-K students and 3rd graders to talk about weather forecasting and the role of a meteorologist. He explained how meteorologists study weather patterns to create forecasts and gave students a behind the scenes look at what it’s like to present the weather in front of the camera. Students were engaged, asked great questions, and enjoyed learning how science and communication come together in predicting the weather.
Middle School Winter Dance
The Middle School Winter Dance was a huge success! Students arrived dressed to impress, snapped photos at the winter-themed backdrop, and danced the night away with friends. Our in house DJ, Mr. Diaz, kept the energy high by spinning today’s greatest hits, while students enjoyed snacks and pizza throughout the evening. A special thank you goes out to all of our staff chaperones for their support and to Student Council for their hard work in making this memorable night possible!
The Middle School Winter Dance was a huge success! Students arrived dressed to impress, snapped photos at the winter-themed backdrop, and danced the night away with friends. Our in house DJ, Mr. Diaz, kept the energy high by spinning today’s greatest hits, while students enjoyed snacks and pizza throughout the evening. A special thank you goes out to all of our staff chaperones for their support and to Student Council for their hard work in making this memorable night possible!
Helping Hands and SFC Begin Donation Drive
The Helping Hands Club and Students for Change are excited to kick off their hygiene supplies drive and invite the school community to participate. Donations of hygiene items can be dropped off at the library or in front of Room 312. All collected supplies will be donated to the Boonton Pantries on February 27th to support those in need. Thank you in advance for your generosity and support in helping make a positive difference in our community!
The Helping Hands Club and Students for Change are excited to kick off their hygiene supplies drive and invite the school community to participate. Donations of hygiene items can be dropped off at the library or in front of Room 312. All collected supplies will be donated to the Boonton Pantries on February 27th to support those in need. Thank you in advance for your generosity and support in helping make a positive difference in our community!
Attendance Award
John Hill School continues to make attendance a top priority, recognizing that students get the most out of their education when they are present and engaged each day. Regular attendance plays a key role in academic success, and JHS is proud to encourage this through our monthly Attendance Award, which is given to the grade level with the highest percentage of students in attendance. For the month of December, the 7th grade earned this honor! Congratulations to the 7th grade class for their outstanding commitment to being present and ready to learn. Keep up the great work!
John Hill School continues to make attendance a top priority, recognizing that students get the most out of their education when they are present and engaged each day. Regular attendance plays a key role in academic success, and JHS is proud to encourage this through our monthly Attendance Award, which is given to the grade level with the highest percentage of students in attendance. For the month of December, the 7th grade earned this honor! Congratulations to the 7th grade class for their outstanding commitment to being present and ready to learn. Keep up the great work!
5th Grade Visit the Students 2 Science Lab
The 5th grade students had an exciting and enriching visit to the Students 2 Science ISAAC Laboratory in Hanover. During their time at the lab, students engaged in hands-on learning as they built sail cars and explored the properties of drones. These interactive activities allowed students to apply scientific concepts in a meaningful and engaging way. The students thoroughly enjoyed working in the lab and participating in the experiments, making the visit both educational and memorable.
The 5th grade students had an exciting and enriching visit to the Students 2 Science ISAAC Laboratory in Hanover. During their time at the lab, students engaged in hands-on learning as they built sail cars and explored the properties of drones. These interactive activities allowed students to apply scientific concepts in a meaningful and engaging way. The students thoroughly enjoyed working in the lab and participating in the experiments, making the visit both educational and memorable.
As a friendly reminder, the district will have an early dismissal on Tuesday, December 23. The district will be closed until our return to school on January 5. On behalf of our team at Boonton Schools, I wish all of our students, families, and friends Happy Holidays and a very Happy New Year! We look forward to continuing our work together in 2026 as we foster the growth and achievement of our students and schools.
8th Graders Work on Mystery
In Mrs. Hughen's 8th grade ELA class, the students are learning about one of the oldest mysteries in human history....Who was the Iceman? The students have been researching the mystery, creating artifacts, and presenting their findings. Maybe they will crack the case?
In Mrs. Hughen's 8th grade ELA class, the students are learning about one of the oldest mysteries in human history....Who was the Iceman? The students have been researching the mystery, creating artifacts, and presenting their findings. Maybe they will crack the case?
Congratulations to our Marking Period 1 Honor Roll Students!
We are proud to celebrate our middle school students who earned Honor Roll and High Honor Roll this marking period. Your hard work, dedication, and commitment to academic excellence truly shine. Keep up the great effort as we move into Marking Period 2—we’re excited to see what you accomplish next!
We are proud to celebrate our middle school students who earned Honor Roll and High Honor Roll this marking period. Your hard work, dedication, and commitment to academic excellence truly shine. Keep up the great effort as we move into Marking Period 2—we’re excited to see what you accomplish next!
Our annual Holiday Math Night event is coming soon. Join us for a fun and engaging evening of hands-on math activities on Wednesday, December 11th, from 6:30–8:00 PM. Students and parents are invited to explore a variety of interactive math stations designed to make learning exciting. To register for this event, please click here.
