📣 TODAY: Come Tour Haas Field! 🐾
Join us today, Thursday, October 8 at 1:00 p.m. for a tour of Haas Field and an opportunity to learn more about the proposed referendum projects and improvements to the field house and facilities.
🏟️ See the current field house
💡 Learn about the proposed improvements
❓ Get answers to your questions
We hope to see you there! 🐾
🏈💙💛 Show Your Chatham Pride! 💛💙🏈
🙌 Purchase your Chatham flag and proudly fly it on the first day of school and every game day this fall. 📣🏟️
Imagine driving through town and seeing Chatham spirit on every street! 🇺🇸💙💛 The more flags we see, the stronger our community pride!
🎉 Get yours today and help make this a town-wide tradition!
📢 Spread the word. Fly the flag. Cheer on Chatham! 💙💛🏈📣
🙌 Purchase your Chatham flag and proudly fly it on the first day of school and every game day this fall. 📣🏟️
Imagine driving through town and seeing Chatham spirit on every street! 🇺🇸💙💛 The more flags we see, the stronger our community pride!
🎉 Get yours today and help make this a town-wide tradition!
📢 Spread the word. Fly the flag. Cheer on Chatham! 💙💛🏈📣
🏃♀️💙 Join the Bailey’s Warrior Fun Run! 💙🏃♂️
On behalf of Students Against Cancer and Bailey’s Warriors, all Chatham families are invited to register, donate, and join the Bailey’s Warrior Fun Run on Sunday, October 18! 🎉
📍 Cougar Field
⏰ 3:30–6:00 p.m.
Gather your family and friends for an afternoon of fun, community, and a great cause! 💙
🔗 Register and donate using this link or QR code below. Every donation makes a difference, with all proceeds benefiting Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. 🎗️
We hope to see you there! 💪💙🏃♀️🏃♂️
🎶💃 4th Grade “Dancing with the Lafayette Avenue Stars"! 🕺🎶
The 4th grade General Music students recently took on a fun and energetic folk dance competition set to September by Earth, Wind & Fire! 🌟
The activity reinforced steady beat, musical form, performance skills, and ensemble work—all while getting students moving and having fun! Each homeroom learned the choreography during music class and was evaluated on their ability to work together. The top four classes advanced to a championship round on the LAF blacktop, where judges scored students on teamwork, effort, steady beat, correct dance moves, and overall presentation. 👏
The dance was created by Franklin Willis, a music educator and advocate who inspires teachers to incorporate movement into their classrooms every day. 🎵 His choreography gave the students a wonderful opportunity to connect music, movement, and teamwork!
🏆 Congratulations to our top four classes! 🎉
🥇 1st Place: Ms. Mazzacano’s Class - first three photos 👏👏👏
🥈 2nd Place: Ms. Murphy’s Class
🥉 3rd Place: Ms. Marshall’s Class
🏅 4th Place: Ms. Grobert’s Class
A special thank-you to our students and teacher judges who helped make this activity such a fun and memorable experience! ❤️
🏃♀️🏃♂️ LAF Mini Marathon: 31 Years and Running! 🏅
On Monday, October 5, Lafayette Avenue School celebrated its 31st Annual Mini Marathon! 🎉
This beloved tradition began when LAF opened its doors in 1995. Third- and fourth-grade students took to the streets of the surrounding neighborhood, running an impressive 2.6 miles! 👟💨
👏 Congratulations to this year’s winners:
🥇 Luke Johnson, Grade 4
🥇 Ryan Peterson, Grade 3
And a huge congratulations to ALL of our runners for their hard work, determination, and Cougar spirit! 💙🐾
📅 MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
Join us for an opportunity to tour Cougar Field and Haas Field to learn more about the proposed referendum projects and improvements to our athletic fields and facilities.
🏟️ Cougar Field
📅 Tuesday, October 6
🕐 1:00 p.m.
Tour the current field house and learn more about the proposed improvements.
🏟️ Haas Field
📅 Thursday, October 8
🕐 1:00 p.m.
Explore the field and learn more about the proposed improvements to the facilities.
We hope to see you there! 🐾
TONIGHT: Tour Cougar Field and learn about the referendum projects!
Join us this evening Monday, September 28 at 6:00 p.m. to see the current field house at Cougar Field and learn more about the proposed improvements to the field and facilities. We hope to see you there!
🦜 Meet Petey, CHS’s Newest Student! 💚
There’s a new little visitor at Chatham High School! Meet Petey, a parakeet who was recently found hanging out in the CHS courtyard.
CHS science teacher, Ben Lee, is caring for Petey while we try to locate his owner. 🏡
Do you recognize this little guy? If Petey belongs to you or you know who his owner might be please contact the CHS Main Office.
Help spread the word so we can get Petey home! 🦜💚
There’s a new little visitor at Chatham High School! Meet Petey, a parakeet who was recently found hanging out in the CHS courtyard.
CHS science teacher, Ben Lee, is caring for Petey while we try to locate his owner. 🏡
Do you recognize this little guy? If Petey belongs to you or you know who his owner might be please contact the CHS Main Office.
Help spread the word so we can get Petey home! 🦜💚
And that's a wrap! See you in the fall!
✨ Today, the Lafayette Avenue School Flag Club proudly celebrated Flag Day! 🎉 Students came together to honor our nation’s flag, learn about its history and significance, and show their school spirit and patriotism. ❤️🤍💙
The LAF Climate Club is making a difference! 🌎💧
Throughout the year, this inspiring group of 3rd and 4th graders has been studying climate change with a special focus on the Passaic River. Students explored topics including flooding, water quality, and river conservation, while also taking a hands-on approach to learning by examining algae under a microscope and helping clean up litter along the river.
The club even built a connection with Danielle Delp and is already planning a fundraiser next year to support Rutgers University research. Amazing work by these young environmental leaders! 👏🌱
SAVE THE DATE! Virtual Presentation: The Solid Object Parent: Helping Children Regulate Through Connection virtually presented by Jacklyn Bennett, LPC on Thursday, May 14 at 10AM. This program is generously sponsored by the Municipal Alliance Committee of the Chathams.
💚 May is Mental Health Awareness Month 💚
The SDOC is coming together as one community to recognize and support mental health.
To kick off the month, students and staff are wearing green—the color of mental health awareness—on May 1. 💚
In addition, the exterior of CHS will be illuminated in green as part of the Mental Health Association of New Jersey’s “Light It Up Green” initiative, in collaboration with the Chatham Wellness Committee.
Let’s continue to raise awareness, show support, and remind one another that mental health matters—every day.
The SDOC is coming together as one community to recognize and support mental health.
To kick off the month, students and staff are wearing green—the color of mental health awareness—on May 1. 💚
In addition, the exterior of CHS will be illuminated in green as part of the Mental Health Association of New Jersey’s “Light It Up Green” initiative, in collaboration with the Chatham Wellness Committee.
Let’s continue to raise awareness, show support, and remind one another that mental health matters—every day.
ART SHOW STARTS TONIGHT!!!
The School District of the Chathams Annual Art Show is happening May 18–19 from 6:30–8:30 PM in the Chatham Middle School upper gymnasium!
🖼️ Special Senior Hours: Tomorrow Tuesday, May 19 ONLY 10 AM–12 PM - 🎤 Student artists will be on hand as docents
👨👩👧👦 All are welcome—come support our talented students and celebrate their creativity!
🎶🏆 Big news for the SDOC and the Music Department!
The NAMM Foundation has announced its 2026 Best Communities for Music Education honorees and Chatham is on that list! Now in its 27th year, this national recognition celebrates schools and districts that lead the way in providing equitable access to music education for all students.
The NAMM Foundation’s mission is to advance active participation in music-making across the lifespan through scientific research, philanthropic giving, and public service programs. Supported by the music products industry, the foundation works to create more music makers, promote the benefits of music, and ensure access to music learning for all.
Congratulations to all our music teachers and staff! 🎵🎉
The NAMM Foundation has announced its 2026 Best Communities for Music Education honorees and Chatham is on that list! Now in its 27th year, this national recognition celebrates schools and districts that lead the way in providing equitable access to music education for all students.
The NAMM Foundation’s mission is to advance active participation in music-making across the lifespan through scientific research, philanthropic giving, and public service programs. Supported by the music products industry, the foundation works to create more music makers, promote the benefits of music, and ensure access to music learning for all.
Congratulations to all our music teachers and staff! 🎵🎉
They're creepy and they're kooky, mysterious and spooky,
They're altogether ooky, the Addams Family. 🫰🫰
Chatham Middle School presents The Addams Family Young@Part
CMS Auditorium
Friday, April 24 - 6:30pm
Saturday, April 25 - 2:00pm
Purchase tickets at chathamsd.booktix.com
🕰️ Did you know there’s a time capsule buried at Lafayette Avenue School?
Back in 1976, during the Bicentennial celebration, a time capsule was buried right in front of the LAF flagpole. Today members of the Buildings and Grounds team, Ken Taylor and Steve Regan, assisted in excavating the The Jerseymen's Club Lafayette Middle School time capsule. The unearthing was attended by former teachers and current LAF principal Cheryl Russo.🎉
Students will get a chance to explore what’s inside during a special assembly in June, joined by former students and teachers from 1976. Among those present today were (L - R) Steve Regan, Ken Taylor, Cheryl Russo, Karen Golashesky/Wen (Home Economics), Grace Gluck (Art), Michael Chupka (former student and English teacher), and Bob Gluck (Industrial Arts)
Stay tuned to see what's inside! 🕰️📦⏳
Lafayette Avenue School wrapped up an exciting One Book, One School month of reading this week! The school read I Survived The Great Alaska Earthquake and I Survived The Shark Attacks of 1916 by Lauren Tarshis.📚✨
Students put their teamwork to the test during LAF’s annual Escape Room, designed by library para Stephanie Azzaro. Trapped in an Alaskan mine, they worked together to solve puzzles and unlock their way to safety—what an adventure! 🧩🔐
Next up: students are eagerly counting down the days until they meet author Lauren Tarshis on May 7th! 🙌📖
Kicking off tomorrow: CHS Students Against Cancer is proud to host its 2nd Annual Warrior Week from April 10–16! 💛
Seven Chatham restaurants are teaming up to make a difference, generously donating proceeds to Bailey’s Warriors and Memorial Sloan Kettering in support of cancer research and awareness.
Stop by one, two—or all seven!—to show your support and enjoy some great food for a great cause.
Spread the word!🍽️
CEF’s trustees and volunteers play a vital role in supporting the educational experience of our students.
Interested in joining CEF? Complete the Trustee/Volunteer Interest Form at https://www.chathamedfoundation.org/
