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Newmark sophomores, juniors and seniors had a wonderful time at the annual Spring Semi-Formal. With a glamorous Hollywood theme, students danced the night away while enjoying great food and spending time with friends and classmates.

 

Newmark K-8 School is excited to offer Session IV After School Clubs and Programs specifically designed to meet the age interests and needs of our students.  

 

How To Register:

• Register online to pay by credit card ($3.00 fee), check payable to Newmark School (Checks/cash can be sent in to Main Office).
• Register early - space is limited!

Session IV: Begins week of April 20 through May 28, 2026

  

ARTS CLUB | $100 per session | TUESDAYS |  ONSITE    
Session IV: 4/21/26, 4/28/26, 5/5/26, 5/12/26, 5/19/26, 5/26/26
Open to students in Mrs. Necci, Mr. Kerby, Mrs. Klier/Mr. S. O'Connor and Mr. Cebual/Ms. Kang's classes.  Min 6 participants; max 12 participants
Description:  Open to all lower school students, Art Club focuses on building fine art skills through fun, hands-on projects. Students will explore drawing, painting, clay and other creative activities while reinforcing skills learned in art class. The club runs Tuesday afternoons immediately following dismissal and will end at 4:00 PM. Parents are responsible for picking their child up promptly at 4:00 PM. Snacks and drinks will be provided.

Questions: Mr. Sykes - jsykes@newmarkeducation.com 

 

LEGO CHALLENGE  | $100 per session | TUESDAY | ONSITE 
Session IV: 4/21/26, 4/28/26, 5/5/26, 5/12/26, 5/19/26, 5/26/26
Open to students in Ms. Fagan/Mrs. Bain, Ms. Halma, Mr. Osiadacz/Ms. Mazzeo and Ms. Pantano’s classes. Min 6 participants; max 12 participants
Description:  In this club, students will build on creativity, problem-solving, critical thinking skills and cooperation in order to use Legos to build solutions to various engineering design challenges.  Lego Challenge is designed to reinforce STEM concepts, encourage innovative thinking and cooperation/collaboration.  Lego Challenge runs Tuesday afternoons immediately following dismissal and will end at 4:00 PM. Parents are responsible for picking their child up promptly at 4:00 PM. Snacks and drinks will be provided.
Questions: Ms. Finelli - jfinelli@newmarkeducation.com
 

GAMER'S GUILD CLUB | $100 per session | WEDNESDAYS | ONSITE
Session IV:  4/22/26, 4/29/26, 5/6/26, 5/13/26, 5/20/26, 5/27/26
Open to students in Mrs. Necci, Mr. Kerby, Mrs. Klier/Mr. S. O’Connor and Mr. Cebula/Ms. Kang’s classes.   Min: 6 participants  
Description: Gamers’ Guild is designed to introduce and build concepts of collaborative and imaginative play within a group setting as students are introduced to fantastical worlds within tabletop games such as Dungeons & Dragons and Daggerheart. Students will work alongside each other to overcome challenges, create strategies and learn improvisation. The Club runs Wednesday afternoons immediately following dismissal and will end at 4:00 PM. Parents are responsible for picking their child up promptly at 4:00 PM. Snacks and drinks will be provided.
Questions: Ms. Finelli - jfinelli@newmarkeducation.com   

 

INTRAMURALS | $100 per session | WEDNESDAYS | ONSITE
Session IV: 4/22/26, 4/29/26, 5/6/26, 5/13/26, 5/20/26, 5/27/26
Open to all K-8 students. Min: 10 participants
Description: The Intramurals Club is designed to allow all students to participate in a variety of activities with their friends, while learning game fundamentals in a fun and lightly competitive environment. Intramurals is offered on Wednesday afternoons immediately following dismissal and will end at 4:00 PM. Parents are responsible for picking their child up promptly at 4:00 PM. Snacks and drinks will be provided.
Questions: Mr. C. O’Connor – coconnor@newmarkeducation.com

 

MINECRAFT EDUCATIONAL CLUB | $100 per session | THURSDAYS | VIRTUAL
Session IV:  4/23/26, 4/30/26, 5/7/26, 5/14/26, 5/21/26, 5/28/26
Open to students in Ms. Fagan/Mrs. Bain, Ms. Halma, Mr. Osiadacz/Ms. Mazzeo and Ms. Pantano’s classes.  Min: 6 participants; max: 15 participants
Description: Microsoft Minecraft is an educational, game-based learning platform that promotes creativity, collaboration and problem-solving in an immersive digital environment. It enhances self-direction and other life skills. Virtually, Microsoft Minecraft complements reading, writing, math and even history learnings. Importantly, Minecraft also instills business principles, STEM knowledge and a global perspective. Before registering, please understand participating students must own the Minecraft and have it downloaded. Minecraft is offered virtually on Thursday afternoons and will run from 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM.  
Questions: Mr. Osiadacz - posiadacz@newmarkeducation.com 

 

COMPUTER SCIENCE CLUB | $100 per session | THURSDAYS | ONSITE
Session IV:  4/23/26, 4/30/26, 5/7/26, 5/14/26, 5/21/26, 5/28/26
Open to students in Mrs. Necci, Mr. Kerby, Mrs. Klier/Mr. S. O’Connor and Mr. Cebula/Ms. Kang’s classes.  Min: 6 participants; max: 15 participants  
Description:  The Computer Science Club offers students the opportunity to delve into engaging topics like game design and web development, fostering creativity and critical thinking in a fun and supportive environment. Students will benefit from targeted instruction as they explore the exciting world of coding and technology. Participants can look forward to hands-on projects, collaborative learning experiences and the chance to unleash their potential in the field of computer science. Computer Science Club runs Thursday afternoons immediately following dismissal and will end at 4:00 PM. Parents are responsible for picking up their child promptly at 4:00 PM. Snacks and drinks will be provided.
Questions: Mr. Rose - trose@newmarkeducation.com

 

CHARACTER DESIGN CLUB | $100 per session | THURSDAYS | ONSITE
Session IV: 4/23/26, 4/30/26, 5/7/26, 5/14/26, 5/21/26, 5/28/26
Open to students in Mrs. Necci, Mr. Kerby, Mrs. Klier/Mr. S. O’Connor and Mr. Cebula/Ms. Kang’s classes.  Min 6 participants; max 12 participants
Description:  The Character Design Club welcomes students who enjoy creating and drawing characters.  The Club will focus on the fundamentals of character design including anatomy, expressions and storytelling.  Each Thursday, participants will have instructional time to work on drawing techniques, followed by opportunities to develop ideas and collaborate with fellow peers. Join us to develop your artistic skills, unleash your creativity and bring your characters to life!  Character Design Club is offered on Thursday afternoons immediately following dismissal and will end at 4:00 PM. Parents are responsible for picking their child up promptly at 4:00 PM. Snacks and drinks will be provided.
Questions: Ms. Kang – jkang@newmarkeducation.com

 

Register For Session IV

Newmark High School provides After School Clubs and Programs specifically designed to meet the age interests and needs of our students.  Activities are offered for 4 sessions, with each session running 6 to 9 weeks in length, noting days off due to holiday breaks. 

 

How To Register:

• Register online to pay by credit card ($3.00 fee), check payable to Newmark School or cash (Checks/cash can be sent in to Main Office).
• Register early - space is limited!

 

Session IV: Begins week of April 20 through May 28, 2026

 

ART PORTFOLIO CLUB | $175 per session | TUESDAYS | ONSITE  - BY INVITE ONLY
Session IV:  4/21/26, 4/28/26, 5/5/26, 5/12/26, 5/19/26, 5/26/26
Open to all NHS students – By Invite Only.  Min: 4 participants
Description: The Art Portfolio Club is designed for students who are passionate about art and aspire to pursue it professionally or in higher education after graduation. In this club, students will work on developing a comprehensive and impressive art portfolio that showcases their unique talents and creativity. Members will receive personalized feedback, learn advanced techniques and explore various mediums. The club provides a collaborative environment where students can refine their skills, gain confidence in their artistic abilities and prepare for future opportunities in the art world. Art Portfolio Program will begin immediately after school and will end at 4:00 PM. Prompt pick-up is appreciated. Questions: Mrs. Brower - kbrower@newmarkeducation.com 
 

MUSIC DESIGN CLUB | $100 | TUESDAYS | ONSITE  
Session IV:  4/21/26, 4/28/26, 5/5/26, 5/12/26, 5/19/26, 5/26/26
Open to all NHS students.  Min: 6 participants 

Description: We’ll explore music production techniques such as sampling, arranging, mixing and recording vocals and instruments. Our instructor, Mr. Souza, has over a decade of experience in the music industry, having released 83 albums of his own and running an independent record label that distributes vinyl, cassettes and CDs. The goal of our class is to have fun creating music and potentially even press a one-of-a-kind vinyl featuring the songs we make. This class is perfect for anyone interested in songwriting, computer DAWs (digital audio workstations) or the behind-the-scenes process of making, releasing and promoting music. Music Design Club will begin immediately after school and will end at 4:00 PM. Prompt pick-up is appreciated.  
Questions?  Mr. Souza – esouza@newmarkeducation.com

 

BBQ COOKING CLUB | $150 per session | TUESDAYS| ONSITE  
Session IV:  4/21/26, 4/28/26, 5/5/26, 5/12/26, 5/19/26, 5/26/26
Open to all NHS students.  Minimum: 4 participants; Maximum – 6 participants 
Description: The BBQ Cooking Club will focus on having students come together and learn how to make dishes using a grill as the main cooking method! Each week, students will be working outside to learn how to grill different types of meat, vegetables, fruits, and even desserts and side dishes, while learning how to use a grill safely. Students will also work on their cutting and other fundamental cooking skills in a safe environment. BBQ Cooking will begin immediately after school and will end at 4:00 PM. Prompt pick-up is appreciated.
Questions: Ms. Brozena – jbrozena@newmarkeducation.com 

 

CODING CLUB | $100 per session | WEDNESDAYS | ONSITE
Session IV:  4/22/26, 4/29/26, 5/6/26, 5/13/26, 5/20/26, 5/27/26
Open to all NHS students.  Min: 8 participants
Description: The Coding Club will offer students a chance to acquire hands-on experience in computer programming through languages such as Python or Java. Using various forms of hardware, students will be able to explore their interests by learning fundamental concepts in the field of computer science. Students with a strong math background, programming experience or those who want to start the coding journey are encouraged to join!  Coding Club will begin immediately after school and will end at 4:00 PM. Prompt pick-up is appreciated.
Questions: Mr. Rose - trose@newmarkeducation.com 

 

DEBATE CLUB | $100 per session | THURSDAYS | ONSITE
Session IV:  4/23/26, 4/30/26, 5/7/26, 5/14/26, 5/21/26, 5/28/26
Open to all NHS students.  Min: 6 participants 
Description:  Debate Club offers an engaging opportunity for students to develop critical thinking, public speaking and respectful discussion skills in a supportive and collaborative environment. Participants will explore current events and thought-provoking topics, learn how to research and build strong arguments and practice presenting their ideas clearly and confidently. Meetings will include structured debates, team activities and opportunities to analyze multiple perspectives while learning how to support opinions with evidence. The club focuses on strengthening communication, listening and reasoning skills that are valuable in school, future careers and everyday decision-making. Students of all experience levels are welcome, and the emphasis is on learning, collaboration and having thoughtful conversations about important issues.  Debate Club will begin immediately after school and will end at 4:00 PM. Prompt pick-up is appreciated.
Questions: Mr. Allman-Cooper - acooper@newmarkeducation.com

COMMUNITY SERVICE CLUB | $100 per session | THURSDAYS | ONSITE
Session IV:  4/23/26, 4/30/26, 5/7/26, 5/14/26, 5/21/26, 5/28/26
Open to all NHS students.  Min: 6 participants 
Description: The Community Service Club is designed to give students an appreciation and understanding of community and global concerns. The Club is project-based and student-driven which enables students to grow in ways that enrich their lives as individuals, as members of local communities and as citizens of the global community. Community Service Club will begin immediately after school and will end at 4:00 PM. Prompt pick-up is appreciated.
Questions: Ms. Hartman - shartman@newmarkeducation.com

Register for Session IV

We are excited to announce an upcoming K–8 showcase event, Roots to America, taking place on Friday, April 24, 2026.  This special event will be similar to a science fair and will highlight our students’ learning, creativity and research centered around American history and culture. Parents are invited to attend between 9:30-11:00 AM and between 12:30-1:50 PM.

 

Our K–8 students will be presenting on topics including:

• History of Flags
• Notable People in History (media, sports, leadership and more)
• Ellis Island – Immigration Station Experience
• Great American Inventions
• National Parks
• American Music
• Famous Monuments
• NASA / U.S. Space Program

Students have been working hard researching, creating displays and preparing presentations. We are so proud of their efforts and look forward to sharing their learning with you.

 

Special Bonus: Book Fair!

Simultaneously, we will be hosting a Scholastic Book Fair. Parents will have the opportunity to visit the book fair with their child during the event and purchase books and other items. It’s a wonderful way to support literacy while enjoying the celebration!

 

We hope you can join us for this meaningful and engaging day. More details regarding arrival procedures and schedules will follow soon.

 

Thank you for your continued partnership and support — we look forward to seeing you on Friday, April 24, 2026!  There is no need to RSVP, just come

Newmark K-8 and Newmark High School invite prospective parents and child study team members to attend an onsite School Visit for the opportunity to receive information on Newmark's program and Admissions process for the upcoming school year.

School visits begin at 9:30 AM and Newmark is located at 1000 Cellar Avenue, Scotch Plains, NJ  07076.

 

2026 Newmark School Visits

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Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Tuesday, May 19, 2026

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QUESTIONS?

Please contact Joe Miloscia at jmiloscia@newmarkeducation.com or
908-753-0330.