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/
Chatham High School students are inspiring the next generation of problem-solvers through the “Coding with Girls” initiative! 💻✨
While AI tools can generate code, the human thinking behind it has never been more important. This winter, a dedicated group of CHS students showed that computer science is about much more than typing—it’s about logic, creativity, and problem-solving.
Throughout January and February, the five-week after-school program introduced 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students to the fundamentals of digital design and algorithmic thinking. Participants explored how to plan solutions, troubleshoot challenges, and think like programmers.
Programs like Coding with Girls highlight that computer science builds critical thinking skills that extend far beyond the screen—empowering students with tools they can use across all STEM fields. 👩💻🚀
While AI tools can generate code, the human thinking behind it has never been more important. This winter, a dedicated group of CHS students showed that computer science is about much more than typing—it’s about logic, creativity, and problem-solving.
Throughout January and February, the five-week after-school program introduced 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students to the fundamentals of digital design and algorithmic thinking. Participants explored how to plan solutions, troubleshoot challenges, and think like programmers.
Programs like Coding with Girls highlight that computer science builds critical thinking skills that extend far beyond the screen—empowering students with tools they can use across all STEM fields. 👩💻🚀
This year marks the 5th annual District Choral Festival, bringing together nearly 600 students in grades 4–12 from across the district for a day of singing, learning, and collaboration. The festival gives students the opportunity to work with professional artists in the field of singing and music-making and experience what it’s like to learn from people actively working in the industry. Just as importantly, it’s a chance for students from all of our schools to come together, connect with one another, and make music as one community. It’s always a great day that reminds our students how powerful and fun singing together can be. This year was the best yet!
SDOC is currently hiring for a Human Resources Assistant, Teacher of ESL, Coaches, and Substitute Teacher/Nurses. To apply or learn more information, please visit our website at https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/chatham
Get in the holiday spirit! Tomorrow night, the SDOC Holiday Concerts begin with Lafayette Avenue School’s 3rd & 4th Grade Winter Chorus Concert.
Lafayette Avenue School proudly celebrated Veterans Day by welcoming several veteran dads and local heroes to share in the day’s activities.
Fathers & Daughters:
Jonathan McLeman – Marines (Grey, 3rd grade @ LAF)
James Thomas – Navy (Aria, 4th grade @ LAF)
Chris Amore – Army (Abby, 3rd grade @ LAF)
Local Heroes:
Whit Ranger – Army
Jack Conlan – Marines
Justin Strickland – Army
Sue Maher – Army Medic
Sam Francis – Navy
Thank you to all who have served and continue to inspire our students through your courage, dedication, and service.
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Fathers & Daughters:
Jonathan McLeman – Marines (Grey, 3rd grade @ LAF)
James Thomas – Navy (Aria, 4th grade @ LAF)
Chris Amore – Army (Abby, 3rd grade @ LAF)
Local Heroes:
Whit Ranger – Army
Jack Conlan – Marines
Justin Strickland – Army
Sue Maher – Army Medic
Sam Francis – Navy
Thank you to all who have served and continue to inspire our students through your courage, dedication, and service.
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Lafayette Avenue School got in on the fun too! Third and fourth graders showed off their costumes in their very own Halloween parade. Happy Halloween, SDOC — that’s a wrap! 👻🎉
Lafayette Avenue School celebrated International Day this week, made possible through the generous contributions of our parent volunteers.
LAF third and fourth graders in the Library Applied Learning Lab are embarking on an exciting journey into history as they prepare to honor the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence in July 2026. Through hands-on exploration and discovery, students are learning about the pivotal events that shaped our nation and uncovering how New Jersey earned its proud reputation as the “Crossroads of the American Revolution.”
📸: LAF 3rd graders bringing history to life by recreating the Boston Tea Party.
📸: LAF 3rd graders bringing history to life by recreating the Boston Tea Party.
Reminder there is a BOE Meeting tonight, September 15, 2025 in the CHS Auditorium at 7:30 PM. The meeting will also be live streamed on YouTube at https://www.chatham-nj.org/page/live-stream-video-of-boe-meetings
Reminder there is a BOE Meeting tonight, August 25, 2025 in the CHS Auditorium at 7:30 PM. The meeting will also be live streamed on YouTube at https://www.chatham-nj.org/page/live-stream-video-of-boe-meetings
Reminder there is a BOE Meeting tonight, July 14, 2025 in the CHS Auditorium at 7:30 PM. The meeting will also be live streamed on YouTube at https://www.chatham-nj.org/page/live-stream-video-of-boe-meetings
Reminder there is a BOE Meeting tonight, June 9, 2025 in the CHS Auditorium at 7:30 PM. The meeting will also be live streamed on YouTube at https://www.chatham-nj.org/page/live-stream-video-of-boe-meetings.
Reminder there is a BOE Meeting tonight, May 12, 2025 in the CHS Auditorium at 7:30 PM. The meeting will also be live streamed on YouTube at https://www.chatham-nj.org/page/live-stream-video-of-boe-meetings.
Reminder there is a BOE Meeting tonight, April 28, 2025 in the CHS Auditorium at 7:30 PM. The meeting will also be live streamed on YouTube at https://www.chatham-nj.org/page/live-stream-video-of-boe-meetings.
Reminder there is a BOE Meeting tonight, March 17, 2025 in the CHS Auditorium at 7:30 PM. The meeting will also be live streamed on YouTube at https://www.chatham-nj.org/page/live-stream-video-of-boe-meetings.
Chatham Schools will be closed tomorrow (Thursday, February 6). All after school activities, including the CMS production of Beetlejuice Jr., will go on as scheduled. Thank you.
Congratulations to Liam Keller, Director of Orchestras for grades 4-5 and 9-12, for being selected as one of the 40 educators to be features in the Yamaha "40 Under 40" round up for 2025. Educators are selected from all over the country to be recognized for having classrooms where musicality, creativity, and innovation thrive. Read more about this wonderful recognition by clicking the following link: https://hub.yamaha.com/music-educators/40-under-40/2025/keller-liam/