(Secaucus, NJ––February 1, 2021) How do two theater students from two different schools in two different grades collaborate for an award-winning musical performance during a pandemic? With a lot of support, patience, and determination, two students from the Hudson County Schools of Technology were able to do just that. Mia Oliver and Lola Castellano earned...

(February 11, 2021 – Jersey City, NJ) Explore Middle School Holds Virtual #SafeToBe Rally Explore Middle School Peer Leaders and the LGBTQIA+ Alliance hosted No-Name Calling Week from January 18th to the 22nd ending with a #SafeToBe Assembly to combat name-calling and other forms of bullying. GLSEN’s No-Name Calling Week is a week organized by...

(January 8th, 2021 — Jersey City, NJ) Explore Middle School 7th grader Alison Turok received honorable mention in the Peace Islands Institute 10th Annual Art and Essay Contest. Peace Islands Institute aspires to facilitate a forum of ritual respect and collaboration, welcoming and accepting varied viewpoints with the intent to develop original and alternative perspectives...

(November 18th, 2020 — Jersey City) Though faced with restrictions and obstacles due to the virtual and hybrid environments, the staff and students at Explore Middle School were able to successfully hold their annual Student Council elections. Sharing campaign videos on Google Classroom and Explore’s social media pages and utilizing Google Meet for candidates to...

(October 20th, 2020 — Jersey City) For many years, field experiences and hands-on opportunities have been the heart of Explore Middle School’s curriculum. This school year is no different as the faculty and staff have maintained this focus with the use of virtual field trips. On Thursday, October 15th, social studies teacher and supervisor, Jamie...

(October 14th, 2020 — Jersey City) Despite the challenges of a hybrid school schedule, the Explore Middle School Peer Leaders led a week-long celebration of the National Week of Respect from October 5th to the 8th. Each day, students and staff were encouraged different colors in recognition of the Pillars of Character: blue for trustworthiness,...

(September 11, 2020 – Jersey City) To commemorate the anniversary of 9/11, the Explore Middle School faculty and student body virtually came together to remember those who were lost and honor the brave men and women who risked their lives that day.  To open the ceremony, Aidan Chapas, 8th grade student council representative, led the...

(May 27th, 2020 — Jersey City, NJ) Explore Middle School is excited to celebrate the success of 4 of their students in 2 contests held for Hudson County students. 6th grader Alison Turok, 7th grader Rafael Campo, and 6th Emma Sauerbrei took the top 3 places in the Hudson County School Counselor Association Middle School...

(April 10th, 2020 — Jersey City, NJ) Explore Middle School students and staff stayed positive during remote learning by celebrating virtual spirit week and using social media to stay connected. In an effort to keep positivity high and the school community strong, Principal Krone and Supervisor Velazquez along with the help of the Student Council...

7th-grade student Mikail Oflaz has participated in the Montessori Model UN Conferences since he was in the 3rd grade. At the end of last school year, he and his mother, Georgette Loizuo, approached Principal Krone and Supervisor Velazquez about Explore Middle School becoming a part of the Model UN experience. Principal Krone and Supervisor Velazquez...