South Brunswick High School

Welcomes

Eighth Grade Families

Welcome

Class of 2030

Dear 8th Grade Families,

Welcome to our Virtual Incoming Freshman Parent Night!

Our Leadership Team and faculty have created this collection of videos to introduce you to our curriculum and programs. The supervisors will share our academic programs in these presentations, along with the many services we offer to support our students. You will also find links for our activities, athletics, the arts, and school resources which are designed to give you a full picture of the opportunities that await students next year.

We thank our Board of Education for all of their support throughout the year as well as our Central Office for their leadership and direction.

With Viking pride!

Mr. Peter Varela

Principal

Recording of Incoming Freshman Parent Night (1/20/26)

FAQ from Zoom session

English

Mr. Daniel Brack, English Supervisor, shares the process behind student placement decisions, course sequence, specific electives, and expectations for incoming 9th graders.

English 8th Grade Parent night (2026).mp4

For more information, visit the English Dept.

Math & Science

Ms. Karolina Brzozowski, Math Supervisor, and Dr. Aparna Rajagopal, Science Supervisor, explain course sequence, placement decisions, summer enrichment opportunities, as well as learner supports.

Parent Night Math Science 2026.mov

For more information, visit the Math or Science Departments.

Social Studies

Mr. Jack Medina, Social Studies Supervisor explains the expectations, course progression, and activities.

OrientationVideo.mp4

For more information, visit the Social Studies Dept.

World Languages

Mr. Thomas Decker, World Languages Supervisor, explains the student language requirements.

SBHS World Languages 2024.mp4

For more information, visit the World Language Department.

Computer Science

Mr. Steven Schiff, the Chairperson of the Computer Science Department, provides an overview of the career academy.

CS Freshman Video.mp4

For more information, see the SB Parent Academy presentation.

Health & Physical Education

Mr. John Harding, the Chairperson of Health and Physical Education, explains the expectations, course progression, and activities.

Harding (2026).mp4

For more information, visit the Physical Education Department.

Special Education

Ms. Kristen Baroud, Interim Supervisor of Special Education, explains the team, program, and services available to support students.

8th Grade Parent Night Presentation - Google Slides - Screencastify - January 9, 2026 9_49 AM.webm

For more information, visit the Special Education Department.

Life Skills

Ms. Emily Wright, Special Education Supervisor, shares information about the staff and mission of the Life Skills & Transition Programs.

LifeSkills2023.mp4

For more information, visit the Life Skills information on the Special Education page.

21st Century Life & Careers

Mr. Tim Sweeney, Supervisor of Art, Business, Family and Consumer Science, and Technology Education, outlines the 21st century course offerings.

21st Century Skills 9th Grade Parent Night.mp4

For additional information on course offerings beyond the 21st Century Life and Career classes, visit the department websites.

or contact Mr. Tim Sweeney.

Music

Mr. Robert Sears, Music Supervisor, provides an overview of Performing Arts courses for incoming Freshman.

24-25 Freshman Performing Arts Presentation.mp4

Student Support

The Nurses and Student Assistance Counselors introduce the many supports available to students.

SAC 2024 video.mov

Athletics

Preview the sports offered at SBHS by visiting the Athletics page.

Activities

Preview the many clubs and activities offered at SBHS by visiting the Activities page.

Guidance/School Counseling

The SBHS Counseling Office is a safe space for students to receive help and support for their academic, personal, and career needs.

For more inforrmation, visit Guidance/Counseling.

Course Booklet

SBHS Course Booklet

For more information on the courses offered, please visit the Guidance Department Scheduling page or reach out to the Department Supervisor.

National Honor Society

View the selection criteria.

Includes links to the SBHS databases, research resources, ebook and audiobook checkout, and summer reading recommendations.

Contact Mrs. Lisa Manganello and Mrs. Kate Hanusosky.

Watch our library in action on CNN News!

Welcome Class of 2030

Rooted in Resilience, Rising with Purpose.

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