The South Brunswick School District is pleased to provide you with its annual School Report Card for 2005-06 generated by the New Jersey Department of Education with its proscribed form. This report provides data and information from the prior school year to give members of the public the opportunity to assess the accomplishments of our schools and district. Data is also provided on similar districts (DFG) and state-wide averages.
In perusing the data, you will find that despite its growth and expansion, South Brunswick Township students continue to fare well when compared to others. You will also notice that taxpayers of South Brunswick realize a good return on their investment. The cost to educate a South Brunswick student remains below the state-wide average.
Dollars spent on education and student test scores do not tell the whole story, however. The South Brunswick Township School District is recognized among New Jersey schools for its leadership in staff development, student assessment and curriculum initiatives. Each year, our schools and district successfully compete for grants that fund major initiatives. We actively participate in consortiums with other districts and higher education including Princeton University and College of New Jersey to provide enriched opportunities for students and growth experiences for teachers.
Along with our emphasis on high academic achievement for all students, we place a strong emphasis on providing a safe and caring school environment. By way of illustration, our elementary schools have been rapidly expanding their teacher training under "Responsive Classroom," a program that incorporates character education as a cornerstone for teaching and learning. Our middle and high schools ensure personalized learning environments using House and Unit systems in which students and teachers interact in positive and meaningful ways. Our athletic and co-curricular programs are extensive in an attempt to develop the many talents of our students. South Brunswick Township schools provide remedial and enrichment programs for students of diverse interests and needs; before school, during school, after school, on weekends and during summers. Many of these programs are provided through our outstanding Community Education program that also serves the adult interests of the South Brunswick community.
The South Brunswick Schools are recognized within the state and nationally. A few indicators of our numerous successes are as follows:
- National Blue Ribbon Schools (5)
- Star Schools (5)
- Governor's School of Excellence Award (1)
- National Merit Finalists (9)
- National Merit Commended Students (30)
- Edward Bloustein Distinguished Scholars on the SAT (55)
- Dodge Foundation Recognized Principals (4)
- Nationally Board Certified Teachers (15)
- Nationally Ranked High School Band and Color Guard
Our schools are:
Brooks Crossing School
Brunswick Acres School
Cambridge School
Constable School
Greenbrook School
Indian Fields School
Monmouth Junction School
Crossroads North Middle School
Crossroads South Middle School
South Brunswick High School