
February 7, 2025
Merritt Memorial School students had an exciting and inspiring visit from acclaimed children's book author David A. Kelly ! Best known for his Ballpark Mysteries series, Mr. Ke...
November 1, 2024
The halls of Merritt Memorial School were buzzing with excitement as students marveled at the stunning entries in the First Annual Pumpkin Decorating Contest ! This new tradition...

October 18, 2024
The Wonder Project’s recent presentation at Merritt Memorial School delivered an impactful lesson on the lasting effects of hurtful words, drawing attention to the emotional impac...

May 31, 2024
Merritt students recently went back to the mountains! However, this year's trip was even more exciting, as they were joined by their peers from EHB. Each class participated ...

March 26, 2024
As the weather warms up and we enter into spring break, we have a tremendous amount to be grateful for. Our high school is now "Built Back Better" as we recently completed the pr...

February 23, 2024
This past week, our school was abuzz with excitement as we celebrated Random Acts of Kindness Week. The event was marked by a spirit week that encouraged students to spread kindne...

January 23, 2024
Dr. Hughes was recently invited to speak for the Ethical Schools Podcast, where he shared some of our initiatives with strategic planning, how to be inclusive of diverse parent gr...

December 22, 2023
On December 14th, our school community came together to celebrate MVP Day, an event designed to honor the most valuable people in our students' lives. This special day was filled ...

December 1, 2023
Our 5th grade students recently had an amazing field trip to the Veolia Water Treatment Plant in Haworth, NJ. The day was full of fun learning, with a lesson about cleaning water,...

October 3, 2023
During the month of September, we had our very first- first in-person, whole-school, morning announcements of the year! Instead of listening to announcements over the PA system, t...

September 20, 2023
In an era characterized by rapid change and constant evolution, the role of education has never been more crucial. Cresskill Public Schools recognizes the imperative to adapt and ...

May 16, 2023
As is always the case, it's been a busy spring at Merritt since returning from Spring Break! Check out some pictures from our various events over the past month below!
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March 31, 2023
Dear Merritt Families, We are very excited to announce that Merritt will once again be going back to the mountains, with our official "Merritt Goes to the Mountains" whole-schoo...

February 7, 2023
Here is a link to an online video update . The following topics are covered: - Referendum financing - Technology updates - New Cresskill Schools App - Job opportunities

January 18, 2023
Greetings Cresskill Community, On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, our teachers participated in professional development centered around the theme of belonging for all students. As Dr...

January 5, 2023
Dear Cresskill Community, First of all, I hope that everyone enjoyed a happy and restful break surrounded by family, friends, and joy! It is hard to believe that only three d...

June 12, 2022
School leaders honored Michael Burke as Superintendent of the Year for Bergen County, recognizing his management of a district that was distressed by flooding while still battling...

January 26, 2022
Voters say YES to #RestoreCresskillSchools! Unofficial results indicate the district has enough votes to declare victory. More information here

January 12, 2022
Cresskill Public Schools hosted a virtual Community Forum at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 11th. The meeting featured district representatives and professionals who shared information a...

December 17, 2021
2021-2022 COVID-related Policies & Procedures