We are pleased to share that the Holmdel High School Eco Club is partnering with the Holmdel Township Green Team to recognize October as Energy Awareness Month! As part of this initiative, students have developed an anti-idling campaign to spotlight the environmental and energy impacts of unnecessary vehicle idling.

Weather permitting, on October 31st, Eco Club students and community volunteers will be present during afternoon dismissal to distribute informational brochures and share QR codes where drivers can quickly sign an anti-idling pledge while waiting in the car line. We invite you to support their efforts by signing the pledge and turning off your engine while you wait to pick up your child — a simple action that makes a meaningful difference.

Thank you for helping our students lead positive change in our community!

Congratulations to Pranav Deshpande, Jesse Burden, Keoni Baheti, and Charlotte Stanislawczyk for being accepted into TCNJ’s highly selective Honors Wind Ensemble program!

This year, the program received over 300 nominations from nearly 50 high schools across the region and selected only 150 students to participate.

The TCNJ Honors Wind Ensemble will take place on Sunday, November 16, and Sunday, November 23, 2025, on TCNJ’s beautiful campus. The event will bring together some of the region’s top high school band students for an exciting musical experience. In addition to performing in the concert hall, students will attend masterclasses with TCNJ faculty and have the opportunity to explore the campus. 

The concert will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 23, in the Kendall Mainstage Theater and is free, open to the public, and no tickets are required.

Holmdel High School freshman Jesse Burden recently took part in Rowan University’s Saxophone Day, an immersive event that brought together talented young musicians for a day of learning, performance, and collaboration.

During the event, Jesse and the saxophone ensemble performed three selections—Nimrod, Pure Imagination, and Washington Post—and enjoyed the opportunity to hear a recital by guest artist Kyle Hutchins from the Virginia Tech School of Performing Arts.

Participants also took part in a hands-on session with instruments and equipment provided by Cole’s Music. Jesse also attended a masterclass led by Noa Evens, Head of Woodwinds at Rowan University. The day concluded with a lively concert featuring both the student saxophone ensemble and Rowan’s own group, “The Glass Saxes.”

This experience was a wonderful opportunity for Jesse to grow as a musician while connecting with university-level faculty and performers.

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At the October 22nd Board of Education Committee of the Whole meeting, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction, Mr. Art Howard, presented the annual District Assessment Report. The report highlights the district's continued upward trajectory in student achievement, as evidenced by improved standardized test scores across various grade levels. This progress reflects the district's ongoing commitment to academic excellence and the implementation of data-driven instructional strategies.

To view a video recording of the presentation and/or the slide deck, please click the links below:

The Holmdel community came together yesterday for the Second Annual Holmdel Heritage Day, a vibrant celebration of the diversity and richness that make the township so special. Local and state dignitaries joined residents to honor the cultures, traditions, and shared values that strengthen the community.

A special acknowledgment goes to Chiung-Yin Liu, Chairman of the Planning Committee, and Deputy Mayor Kim LaMountain, who played central roles in organizing the event.

Recognition is also due to the many volunteers, including Holmdel High School students, event sponsors, performers, and district custodial staff, whose dedication helped make the day a success.

Heritage Day serves as more than just a celebration; it is a testament to the strength, unity, and generosity of the Holmdel community. Residents of all ages came together to connect, learn, and enjoy one another’s company, showcasing the incredible diversity that enriches the town.

The event highlighted the power of community, culture, and connection, leaving attendees inspired and proud to be part of Holmdel.