News & Announcements

We look forward to welcoming students, staff and families to the 2023-2024 school year on Thursday, September 7. (Please click headline above for a link to arrival times and locations.)

We look forward to welcoming students who are new to Brookside Place School, as well as our students returning for Grade 1, along with their parents/guardians to a Back to School Orientation program on Wednesday, September 6. Please click on the headline above for a schedule.

The theme of the 2023 BPS Variety Show was "Show of Stars" and the students, teachers, directors and volunteers did not disappoint! There was lots of enthusiasm and creativity on display. See some of the smiles here!

Interesting concepts in science were explored at the BPS Science Fair. Students developed hypotheses and tested their predictions through experimentation. Their findings were displayed at an evening Science Fair. The projects were well-planned and creative. Congratulations to our student scientists!

The BPS community raised $513 for the Cranford First Aid Squad through a recent after-school pretzel sale. The Student Council coordinated the event and then presented a check to a squad volunteer. Thanks to all who supported the effort!

Three volunteer educators from the Union County Master Tree Stewards program visited fourth graders at Brookside Place School to discuss the importance of trees. Topics included interesting facts, tree appreciation and conservation. The visit also included interactive games and projects.

BPS students in Grade 5 were able to meet a lucky Penny recently. This penny was an Eastern Screech Owl that was rescued by the Raptor Trust and is now part of their education program. Students were able to visit with Penny and learn about raptors including their keen senses, habits and the services provided by the trust.

Cranford Public Schools is proud to partner with the Cranford Rotary Club, Saint Michael School and Lincoln School of Garwood to present the 12th edition of "Are You Smarter than a Cranford/Garwood 5th Grader?" Academic Bowl. Auditions for registered students will be held at their respective schools.

The Brookside School community collected more than 245 canned goods for Cranford Family Care through its annual Souper Bowl event coordinated by the BPS Student Council.