Wyckoff School District - One Community, One Vision, One Student at a Time

Dear Wyckoff Families,

As we usher in the new year, I am reminded of the strong sense of purpose and collective energy within our school community. The start of January offers us a unique opportunity to reflect on our progress and set a purposeful tone for the months ahead. It is a joy to see our students returning with renewed energy, diving back into their learning and growth.

🏛️ Board News

The school board’s annual reorganization meeting was held last week. Returning trustees Vivek Bhushan, Dominick Cicerchia, and Louis Cicerchia were sworn in for new terms. Additionally, Brian Benedik was sworn in for his first term after being appointed in December. During the meeting, the board also selected its leadership for the 2026 year, re-electing Louis Cicerchia as President and Frank Barbagallo as Vice President. We look forward to their continued leadership and dedication to the students of Wyckoff.

🏫 Kindergarten Registration 2026-2027

Kindergarten registration for the 2026–2027 school year will be open from January 19 through February 20. Families with children eligible for kindergarten in September 2026 should complete the registration process during this window. Registration information, required documentation, and instructions are available on the district website.

🧩 Parent Programs

There is a Special Education Parent Group (SEPAG) meeting on January 14th. All parents of special education students are invited to attend. To register, see the instructions in our recent district email or the Special Services section of our website.

The Wyckoff PTO Coordinating Council’s next parent seminar in partnership with NJ4S, Raising Resilience: Empowering Parents, Strengthening Kids will be held February 3: All parents PreK - Grade 8 are invited to attend this free seminar, to be held at Eisenhower Middle School from 7–8 p.m. Register here.

The Wyckoff Education Foundation will host Mahjong events on January 15 and 24-25. Registration is available on their website wefnj.org.

🎵 Athletics & Arts Spotlight

Our elementary band concerts and Eisenhower Middle School winter concerts are underway. Our students have been working diligently to prepare a variety of vocal and instrumental performances that showcase their artistic growth. On the court and on the sidelines, the EMS basketball and cheerleading seasons are in full swing. We invite you to come out and support our student-performers and student-athletes.

🌟 State Assessment Dates

The New Jersey Student Learning Assessments (NJSLA) have been scheduled for this spring. Please mark your calendars for the following testing windows: Grades 6–8 testing date are May 4 – 13. Grades 3-5 testing dates are May 6 – May 21.