Flemington-Raritan Regional School District

Our Board of Education will meet tonight, March 18, at 7 PM at J.P. Case Middle School. Click to view the Board's agenda and meeting schedule: https://www.frsd.us/page/agendas-and-minutes

Copper Hill School 4th grader Taylor Shamy is the recipient of this year's Hunterdon County Librarians Association's Enthusiastic Reader Award. Out of all 4th-grade students in Hunterdon County, Taylor was chosen to receive this special recognition. She will be celebrated at the Enthusiastic Reader Awards ceremony on May 20 at the Hunterdon County Library Headquarters.

Through the generosity of the PTO, J.P. Case Middle School welcomed Holocaust survivor Tova Friedman on March 6. Ms. Friedman spoke to the 8th-grade class as a culminating moment in their studies of the Holocaust. As a long-time guest speaker at J.P. Case, this was Ms. Friedman's first visit back to the school since Covid. Ms. Friedman is one of the youngest survivors of the Holocaust, having endured life in Auschwitz-Birkenau as a small child. During her talk with students, she shared her first-hand account of her childhood experiences, focusing on the impact of hatred, prejudice, silence and injustice. She emphasized resilience and hope and encouraged empathy, respect for diversity, and personal responsibility in building a more compassionate world. The students were moved by her story and many remained after the assembly to meet and talk with Ms. Friedman for a more personal connection. Her closing line to students... "Leave the world a better place than you found it; that's it. It's that simple."

Robert Hunter School is so proud to receive The Polar Bear Trophy from goHunterdon in recognition of their participation in the Hunterdon County Safe Routes to School Winter Walk-to-School program! The Raccoons recorded the most participants, and braved the coldest temperatures, of all the participating schools in Hunterdon County! Way to go!

Barley Sheaf School hosted its 3rd Annual Reading is a Dream Night. Students came dressed in their pajamas and rotated through a variety of themed rooms, where they enjoyed listening to bedtime stories read by their teachers. It was a special evening filled with literacy, imagination, and community spirit.

Our district has been selected as one of nine New Jersey school districts to lead a statewide effort to cut cafeteria waste. Through Sustainable Jersey’s new Sustainable School Food Service & Cafeterias Initiative, all nine districts will receive training, peer support, and grant funding to implement strategies. These efforts include waste audits, share tables, improved procurement practices, composting programs, and student engagement. The initiative is funded by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection and the Gardinier Environmental Fund. Learn more: https://www.sustainablejerseyschools.com/news/news-releases/news-single-view/?tx_news_pi1%5Bnews%5D=406&tx_news_pi1%5Bcontroller%5D=News&tx_news_pi1%5Baction%5D=detail&cHash=0aa87ffc79f006bcaf63b4ba6641319d

Reading-Fleming Huskies receive special proclamation -- Congratulations to the Reading-Fleming Intermediate School students from the Fall School Spirit and Student Council who were presented with a Proclamation by the Board of County Commissioners this week. The recognition honored their efforts in making cards and bracelets for sick children at a local hospital as part of the "With Bears We Care" program. Special thanks to 6th-grader Briana Vogel who started the charity and invited the clubs to help with this project. Way to go, Huskies!

Hip, Hip, Hooray for Hunterdon County Unsung Hero Jack Helias -- J.P. Case Middle School 8th-Grader Jack Helias was recognized at a ceremony on March 4 where he received an Unsung Hero Award. The Unsung Hero Award is given out annually by the Hunterdon County School Boards Association in coordination with the New Jersey School Boards Association. The award recognizes students who make outstanding contributions to their schools and communities, even though they are often overlooked under traditional student recognition guidelines. Unsung Heroes are students who make their school a better place because of their warm personalities, empathy, and concern for others. We are so proud of Jack for the example he sets for his peers and the contributions he makes to J.P. Case Middle School. As a proud Tiger, we heard Jack roar!

Mrs. Rebecca Moeri, the School Counselor at Copper Hill School, has been named Hunterdon County’s School Counselor of the Year by the Hunterdon County School Counselor Association. This well-deserved recognition reflects her dedication, professionalism, and the meaningful impact she makes each day with our students and families. In addition, her name has been submitted to the New Jersey School Counselor Association for consideration as New Jersey’s School Counselor of the Year. This is an incredible honor that highlights the exceptional counseling service and support that Mrs. Moeri provides to the Cougar school community. Thank you, Mrs. Moeri, for the dedication, care and commitment you share with all students at Copper Hill School.

Francis A. Desmares School teams up with the United Way to launch the first in-school pantry program in Hunterdon County -- Check out this video of the ribbon-cutting event to open the pantry at Desmares School: https://youtu.be/8Y4aJaEn8xo?si=okTRlyGPaHIVdOvE.

The United Way of Hunterdon County partnered with Francis A. Desmares School to launch its first Pantries with Purpose school-based pantry initiative. The in-school pantry program helps to address the rising rate of food insecurity among children in Hunterdon County by placing fully stocked, confidential pantries directly inside local schools. These pantries provide shelf-stable food, healthy snacks, and hygiene essentials to any student who needs support — discreetly and without barriers.

“We are proud to partner with the United Way of Hunterdon and bring the Pantries with a Purpose to Desmares School,” said Principal Mark Masessa. “This partnership with United Way of Hunterdon County allows us to respond immediately and compassionately when a student has a need. The pantry will provide critical support while preserving dignity and confidentiality for our families.”

The pantry is in use five days a week during the school year, allowing school staff to respond in real time when needs arise. By putting resources directly in schools, the effort removes transportation barriers and reduces stigma often associated with seeking assistance.

To learn more, contact Gabriela Bonnavent at gabriela@uwhunterdon.org. Community members can also support the initiative by sponsoring a school pantry, donating shelf-stable food or hygiene products, or making a financial contribution to help open additional locations.

Reminder: Students will have an Early Dismissal Day on Monday, March 9, 2026.

The hills are alive with the sound of our students! We wish the J.P. Case Middle School cast and crew of The Sound of Music the best of luck with this weekend's performances. Break a leg, Tigers!

*** Job Opening *** Director of Curriculum and Instruction, 2026-2027 School Year -- Reporting to the Superintendent, the Director of Curriculum and Instruction provides strategic leadership in the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of the school district's educational programs and school district operations. Apply online: https://phlaptweb33.applitrack.com/frsd/onlineapp/JobPostings/view.asp?all=1&AppliTrackJobId=1841&AppliTrackLayoutMode=detail&AppliTrackViewPosting=1