Explore Middle School kicked off the Week of Respect with activities promoting unity against bullying. Students were encouraged to wear themed outfits, like pajamas to "put bullying to bed." In orientation, they learned about bullying, conflict, and the roles of bystanders versus upstanders, culminating in skits based on real scenarios. They also engaged in team-building,...
On October 17, 8th-grade students enjoyed a kayaking and environmental education day on the Hudson River with Resilience Paddle Sports. This hands-on experience emphasized the importance of fitness and environmental stewardship, highlighting the role each paddle stroke plays in protecting our waterways.
Ismael Otero from Caribbean Soul Entertainment in Jersey City was invited to educate Explore students about the vibrant world of Spanish dance. The students not only learned about the rich cultural history behind these dance styles but also had the opportunity to experience the rhythms and movements firsthand. Following the dance workshop, there was a...
This marking period’s thematic unit is "Character Counts," and our Wolf Pack is truly embodying that spirit! In partnership with the Hudson County Improvement Authority, students learned how clean streets contribute to clean waters. With this newfound knowledge, our 6th graders tackled a cleanup at Liberty State Park, while the 7th graders focused on Branch...
On Sunday, October 13, students and staff from County Prep High School/ATD, High Tech High School/ACTE, and Explore Middle School proudly participated in the annual Breast Cancer Walk at Liberty State Park. Each school formed a dedicated team, raised funds, and promoted breast cancer awareness within their school communities. Through their collective efforts, our students...
The Office of Curriculum and Instruction came to Explore Middle School to present the LinkIt! Benchmark B trophies and challenge coins to the classes and students who scored the highest and showed the most improvement from Benchmark A to Benchmark B. Ms. M Norcia’s 2nd period 6th grade science class won the trophy from Ms....
Each Spring, students in the State of New Jersey participate in the (NJSLA) New Jersey Student Learning Assessment for English Language Arts, Math, and Science. The NJSLA is designed to assess the curriculum content and skills that our students experience every day in our classrooms. The results also provide Hudson County Schools of Technology and,...
Explore Middle School is proud to announce its recent recognition as one of the top middle schools in New Jersey, solidifying its commitment to academic excellence and a nurturing learning environment. U.S. News & World Report published their public ranking of middle schools and Explore Middle School has placed among the top 30% of middle...
Explore Middle School’s annual Student Council Elections were held on October 31st with guest speakers Zachary Yabut and Yasira Pineda, County Prep High School Seniors. The elections were led and prepared by Supervisor and Science teacher, Ms. Lauren Norcia, and advisors Ms. Mary Norcia, Ms. Bermas, and Ms. Cirillo. For the election process, students had...
(June 1, 2023 - Jersey City, NJ) This Spring Explore 7th graders participated in Dance & Democracy, a 10-week program created by Nimbus Dance in collaboration with Dance Educator Cristina Marte. This curriculum uses the creative process as a conceptual embodied metaphor to build young people’s confidence and awareness about the fundamentals of democratic principles...