Welcome to the Garfield Public Schools website. The Garfield Schools are in partnership with residents, parents, teachers, administrators, and students. The schools and families are working together to provide a successful learning experience for all students.

Administrators and teachers consistently work to update district curriculum and develop programs to remain on the cutting edge of educational issues. Staff development and support are extensive and on-going throughout the school year. Our schools have strong and supportive parent associations and an active educational foundation that enhance the mission of our district. The relationship between the schools and community is excellent and lends to the overall sense that Garfield is a great place to live and work.

The purpose of this site is to provide you with essential information about our schools and inform you on the many diverse programs the district offers to enhance your child’s academic experience. Whether you are looking for school locations, homework assignments, calendars, or testing dates, we hope that you will use this site often and feel free to share your questions, comments, and suggestions with us.

On behalf of the Garfield Board of Education we extend a congratulations to all the dedicated teachers nominated for the 2012 Teacher of the Year Governor Award. Click to view the winners

Mission Statement

The educational community of Garfield believes that the ultimate goal of each school is to provide intellectual experiences within the context of a multi-cultural setting. This environment will enable each student to achieve their maximum potential. Each school shall seek to assist every student in the development of social skills and moral attitudes needed to successfully meet the challenges of a complex, dynamic, and ever changing world. Each school shall continue to cultivate an appreciation of cultural and aesthetic values so that each student can make choices indicative of a knowledgeable and contributing member of a democratic society. To fulfill this role, the district is committed to creating a flexible educational environment addressing the individualities and potentialities of each student. The staff will endeavor to complete the development of a thinking, tolerant person, well prepared to meet the challenges of school and the life they choose to encounter.

District News & Events

v District Technology Fair:

v Parent Tech Night:

v Active Living Resource Center,

Is an organization that provides technical assistance to create active communities, sent a task force to  address  childhood obesity. This task force came to Garfield late Spring of 2005 to do a case study with our community. Read, "How Garfield, N.J. Got Its Kids Moving More and Eating Better" from the Active Living Resource Center's website.

v Our Schools

To view each schools events, activities, and calendars click on the Schools link to access their websites.

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v Meet Board Members

v Reminders:

• Testing Schedules for Grades 3-12.

• Board of Education Meeting May 21st @ Middle School.

• All Students Must Follow Dress Code Policy Click for Details

• Technology professional development is available in the district for the staff. Go to Staff Tools to view course offerings and online registration form.

Please click here to view our Mission Statement & Strategic Plan