After 100 years, 4 months, and 11 days, the time capsule that was hidden in the 1924 cornerstone was successfully removed on Wednesday October 23rd. We always knew we were going to get it out but we weren’t exactly sure how. A big thank you to our Board of Education, Superintendent, Ms. Shanley and Director of Facilities, Mr. Eschmann for supporting this project from day one. We had various contractors out over the past year to help determine the best way to gain access to the time capsule. A big thank you to Carl Lombardi from C. Lombardi Construction and the Mason Local 4 from Fairfield who successfully removed the time capsule on Wednesday. On Thursday morning we opened the time capsule and removed all of the items. An awesome moment in history!

The 2024 Cubing Club created this awesome MJS 100 Rubix Cube Mural in honor of our School Centennial. Thank you to the MEF for their support in providing the funding for this mural. Thank you also to our adivsor, Ms. Spangler and STEM teacher Ms. Barkin-Baron for their support in making this all happen! Congratulations to our Rubix Cube members for creating a piece of artwork that will be enjoyed for generations to come. The plan is to install this on the wall in the front lobby for everyone to see!

On Thursday we had our annual 7th and 8th grade Halloween Dance. We had a great turn out and all the students looked great in their costumes. There was dancing in the gym, a photo booth, snacks and some games for students to enjoy. Thank you to Ms. Siso, Ms. Kolinchak and the Student Council for planning and organizing a wonderful event where our students had the opportunity to come together to socialize outside of the school day. Thank you also to our PTO for their support and involvement in making the event a success. I am proud of our students in demonstrating what it means to be MJS ONE and having a great time together. We are already looking forward to our Schoolwide Winter Dance in February!

Our 8th grade students in Health had the chance to participate in a BAC (Blood Alcohol Content) goggle driving simulation, which connected to their current unit. 

All 7th Grade ELA classes took a trip to the Bottle Hill/Hillside Cemetery (across the street from MJS) on Wednesday. They utilized this excursion as the inspiration for an mini-historical fiction writing project. This outing is a guided tour led by local historian and Madison resident Scott Spelker, who shared information about Madison’s early settlers and notable headstones.

On Saturday morning, we celebrated the Madison Junior School turning 100 years old!!   The official ceremony began at 10:30 AM and featured several student speakers, Mayor Robert Conley, President of the Board of Education, Ms. Sarah Fisher,  Student Council President Atharva Aiyer, Student Council Vice President, Eva Bolstad, PTO President, Ms. Irene Rodin, MEF President, Ms. Marlena Fass, Principal, Mr. Frank Perrone and Superintendent, Ms. Danielle Shanley.  The 8th notes orchestra and the chorus performed. Guests had the opportunity to walk around the museum that was created for the event, check out the rarest Fire Truck in the world and visited our student booths selling MJS Merch.  We also had many local town organizations join us to share in the celebration.  It was a once in a 100-year experience!  Thank you to everyone who came out to support this exciting moment in history for Madison and the Madison Junior School. A big thank you to Mr. Stephen Finkelstein for bringing his vision to life and creating a memorable event for all.

Over the past month and a half our lost and found table has gathered many items. A big thank you to our office secretary, Ms. Kelly for taking the time this week to organize these items so we can get them back to their owners. Below are pictures of all the items we currently have in our lost and found. If you notice a item that belongs to your child please have them go to the office during their cycle period and check in with Ms. Kelly before picking up their item. Thank you for your assistance in getting these items back to their owners.

If you know of someone who is either currently or has served in the Armed Forces of the United States, please encourage them to help share their experiences with our students by having them attend our Veterans Day Program on November 12th at MJS. Please have them RSVP by sending an email directly to Mr. Sylvester

Please check out two exciting fundraisers that our Student Council is providing for our MJS Community

Yearbooks and 8th Grade Recognition Ads are now available for preorder! Order a yearbook with personalization by October 25 to take advantage of the four free icons offer! 8th Grade Recognition Ads must be submitted by January 31, 2025!