Somerville Public Schools

The district has a history of fiscal responsibility and completing capital projects through the annual budget, with partial funding from state and federal grants. The referendum is one piece of the district's larger plan for regularly improving and updating the schools. Hear more about the funding strategy in this recording of the Virtual Forum: somervilleschools.org/page/vote.

If you arrive at the polls and are told you can’t cast a ballot for any reason, ask for a provisional ballot. Occasionally, voters don’t realize they received a ballot in the mail. After polls close, provisional ballots will be reviewed when paperwork can be closely examined. That ensures the integrity of the election while also preserving legitimate votes. More about voting at somervilleschools.org/page/vote.

📣✨ We want to reflect on how students at the Ville showed their love and appreciation for the words, actions, and achievements of great humans for February's Black History Month 🏫🖤 Somerville students celebrated the trailblazers who inspire them—today and every day. They honored their powerful stories and uplifting voices and embraced the unity that brings Somerville together! ✊ . . #Allin4theville #BlackHistoryMonthReflection

Did you know? Enrollment projections for the next 5 years are within the historical range. The district’s demographer will answer questions at the Virtual Forum tonight at 7 PM. The district’s architect will also share long-range facility plans that consider enrollment trends. Details for how to join: somervilleschools.org/page/vote🏫🔬🎭👟 🦺

📢Ville community: Bring your questions to the VIRTUAL forum TOMORROW or submit them in advance using this Google Form: forms.gle/sSuPR7sugBvMeeQLA. Details for how to join via Zoom are at somervilleschools.org/page/vote.🏫🔬🎭👟 🦺

Mail-in ballots are on their way, so be sure to check your mailbox! Apply to Vote By Mail by March 4 to receive a ballot MAILED to you. More, including voter applications: somervilleschools.org/page/vote. 🏫🔬🎭👟 🦺

Forum reminder 📢Ville community: Join us TONIGHT for the in-person forum at Somerville High School. After a presentation about the March 11 bond referendum, residents can ask questions directly of those involved in the planning process. Plus, you can tour areas targeted for improvement like the auditorium and science labs. 🏫🔬🎭 Get all the details here: somervilleschools.org/page/vote. We hope to see you there!

Projects chosen for the March 11 bond referendum would benefit EVERY student in the Ville! 🏫🔬🎭👟 🦺 Watch this video for a breakdown of what’s on the ballot: https://youtu.be/Szkx056keIY. Dive deeper into the projects at somervilleschools.org/page/vote.

Outdated carpeted walls and broken seating shouldn’t be the first impression of Somerville High School. 🏫✨ The referendum would transform the 1970s auditorium into a modern performance space for students and the community! See what’s proposed: somervilleschools.org/page/vote . . #allin4theville #somervillebondreferendum #somervilleschoolsnj

🗓️ Reminder! 🗓️ 🏫 School will be closed for President's Day weekend, February 14-17th! On Tuesday, February 18th, the school will be closed to students and open for staff development only. 🌟 School will reopen for students on Wednesday, February 19th.

To our Ville community: If both questions on the ballot are approved, Somerville will receive $7.3 million in state aid toward the $44 million in planned improvements. That’s tax money that Somerville, and every other NJ resident, paid to the state coming right back to benefit our schools. Only communities that pass bond referenda can access this support. 💡✨ Learn more about our funding strategy at somervilleschools.org/page/vote and see how we can invest in our schools together! . . #allin4theville #somervillenjschools #somervillebondreferendum

Did you know? Somerville students who turn 18 by March 11 can vote in the upcoming bond referendum. 🎓🗳️ Your voice ALWAYS matters, but the registration deadline is Feb. 18! If you’re a recent grad - but will not be around for the vote - you can still cast your ballot by registering to Vote By Mail. Find all the details and forms here: somervilleschools.org/page/vote. Let’s make sure every eligible voter has a say! . . #allin4theville #somervillebondreferendum #somervilleschoolsnj

📢Attention Ville community! You’re invited! Come learn all about our upcoming bond referendum at two in-person events featuring a forum and building tour. See these projects firsthand🏫 Get all the details here: somervilleschools.org/page/vote. We can’t wait to see you there! . #allin4theville #somervillebondreferendum #somervilleschoolsnj

Please be advised that all Somerville and Branchburg Public Schools will have a delayed opening tomorrow, Wednesday, February 12th. Please follow your school's schedule. https://www.somervilleschools.org/

Today marks International Day of Women and Girls in Science, so we are thrilled to celebrate the Ville's own Mrs. Kaitlyn Kohlepp Strang!🥳🔬 She teaches 6th Grade Animation & Game Design, 7th Grade 3D Modeling & Design, 8th Grade Computer Science for Makers, and 6th Grade Science at Somerville Middle School, and she has been selected for the 2025 NSTA DSEC STEM Educator Cohort—part of the Defense STEM Education Consortium—and we couldn’t be more proud of her efforts! 🌟🎉 Mrs. Kohlepp Strang also co-coaches our SMS LEGO Robotics team, the Futuristic Bulldogs, with Mrs. Eddleman. 🤖🏆 Her passion for sparking creativity, especially among girls in STEM, is absolutely inspiring. Join us in thanking and congratulating her on as she continues paving the way for future innovators! 🚀💡 . . #InternationalDayOfWomenAndGirlsInScience #WomenInSTEM #GirlsInSTEM #allin4theville

Please be advised that all Somerville and Branchburg Public Schools will be closed today, Thursday, February 6th. All after-school activities and events are canceled. Thank you.

Please be advised that all Somerville and Branchburg Public Schools will have a delayed opening tomorrow, Thursday, February 6th. Please check your email or our website for school schedules.

💡Staff Feature of the Week! 💡 Each week, we'll feature one of our staff members at The Ville who contributes to students' academic success and helps shape their path here at Somerville! This week is Van Derveer School's Mrs. Stacey Tumminello! Stacey Tumminello moved to Somerville from Staten Island, N.Y. in 2004 to start raising her family. Mrs. Tumminello started volunteering at VanDerveer in 2009 when her son, Nick, started kindergarten. She was class mom each year and volunteered for the Tricky Tray Committee. In 2012, Mrs. Tumminello was hired to teach at VDV. She taught fourth grade for 9 years and was the grade level leader for four. Then, she began teaching fifth grade ELA four years ago. Stacey taught the ELL group for two years and is currently team teaching the inclusion class with Mrs. Pschar. She has been a mentor for a middle school student and mentor for a high school intern. In addition, Mrs. Tumminello enjoys hosting the Tomorrows’ Teachers in her classroom each year. She has been a cooperating teacher twice and continued to mentor those teachers after they were hired at VDV. Stacey is on the Science Fair and Variety Show committees. She is currently in her 13th year teaching at VDV! She feels blessed to have had all three of her boys attend the school and treasures the memories made with her students over the years. Mrs. Tumminello looks forward to continuing her career in making a positive impact on her amazing students. "Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away - Maya Angelou." Thank you for all that you do for the Ville! . . #allin4theville #somervillenjschools

Mark your calendar – we're hosting an in-person forum on Feb. 19 so the Somerville community can learn about the proposal from a panel of experts, Board members and district administrators. Details will be available at somervilleschools.org/page/vote.

Voter approval on March 11 would provide necessary funding to update our schools, keep them aligned with the community’s standards and equip students for the future. Learn more about what could be next for our schools at somervilleschools.org/page/vote.