Play of the day... Election Day! Miss Thompson and Mrs. Masnica's 1st graders learned about voting through their own class cookie election! Students created campaign posters, voted for their favorite candidate & tallied the votes to elect our favorite cookie! #GreatnessStartsHere
5 days ago, Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
class votes
student voting
student voting
students making posters
Play of the day…Trick or teach! Our parade of costumes was filled with fun and community. Our classrooms were full of costumes, crafts, and spooky learning this Halloween. Wishing everyone a safe and happy night!
8 days ago, Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
Halloween parade
Halloween parade
Halloween parade
Halloween parade
Play of the day... Halloween Science! Ms. Lewkowitz's scientists explored the human skeleton and created spooky x-rays of their hands to celebrate Halloween fun and learning! #GreatnessStartsHere
9 days ago, Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
students holding hand skeletons
student with hand skeleton
students making hand skeletons
students making had skeletons

Announcement: Calendar Change!
On Tuesday, November 4, the district will operate on an early dismissal day. See our school hours on our website: https://www.edison.k12.nj.us/page/school-hours

11 days ago, Edison Township Public Schools
Play of the day... Book Vending Machine launch! Our Character Pumpkin contest winners were celebrated today with the gift of a coin to "purchase" a new book of their choice. Spreading the joy of reading at Benjamin Franklin! #greatnessstartshere
12 days ago, Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
students choosing books from the vending machine
students choosing books from the vending machine
Play of the day... Vonthun Country Farm! From pumpkin patches to apple orchards, our students got the full fall experience! They met farm animals, picked their own treats, and enjoyed fresh cider and donuts straight from the farm. #GreatnessStartsHere
16 days ago, Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
Students at the farm
Students at the farm
Students at the farm

Play of the day...Light Up Our Learning! ✨
Mrs. Facendo, Miss Koncius, and Miss Lyna’s classes learned about Diwali, the Festival of Lights! Students created their own diyas while learning from classmates who celebrate — sharing traditions, stories, and the joy of togetherness.

16 days ago, Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
Students making diyas
Students making diyas
Students making diyas
Students making diyas
Play of the day....Fire Safety! Our Kindergarten students had the opportunity to listen and learn from the Edison Fire Department today as part of Fire Prevention Month. Thank you to our local heroes for keeping our students safe and informed.
18 days ago, Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
Fire Safety
Play of the day... Trunk or Treat! Our PTA’s Trunk or Treat was a spook-tacular success! 👻 Thank you to our families, volunteers, and staff for making this night full of fun, creativity, and candy! #GreatnessStartsHere
22 days ago, Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
decorated trunk
decorated trunk
decorated trunk
decorated trunk
Play of the day… Boltastic Culture Night! Tonight was a huge success! 🎉 Students and families shared performances that celebrated their heritage, while teachers, staff, and families hosted stations showcasing what makes them unique. 🌍💙 #GreatnessStartsHere
23 days ago, Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
student presenting another student with a stamp for visiting his table
the Chilean table
the Bolivian polish and Chinese tables
students performing a classical dance

Join the Edison Township Education Association at their Trunk OR Treat on Sunday, October 18, 2025, from noon to 2 pm at the Menlo Park Elementary School Parking Lot!

The free event will include:

about 1 month ago, Edison Township Public Schools
Play of the day... Applesauce! Miss Carlos' class wrapped up their apple unit by making homemade applesauce! Students peeled, chopped, and mixed apples with cinnamon, sugar & lemon juice- a fun, hands-on way to learn and enjoy a cozy fall treat! #GreatnessStartsHere
about 1 month ago, Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
students making applesauce
students making applesauce
students making applesauce
students making applesauce
Today’s final play of the day… Camp Bernie! Our 5th grade BOLTs are exploring teamwork, nature, and new challenges at Camp Bernie. A day full of memories, laughter, and learning in the great outdoors! 🌲🏕️ #GreatnessStartsHere
about 1 month ago, Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
student on the climbing wall
students on the new low ropes
student practicing archery
students built a shelter during wilderness survival
Today’s final play of the day… Camp Bernie! Our 5th grade BOLTs are exploring teamwork, nature, and new challenges at Camp Bernie. A day full of memories, laughter, and learning in the great outdoors! 🌲🏕️ #GreatnessStartsHere
about 1 month ago, Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
student on the climbing wall
students on the new low ropes
student practicing archery
students built a shelter during wilderness survival
Today's first play of the day…Pumpkins! Mrs. Tornambe’s class explored symmetry and simple sentences through pumpkin fun! Students, at all grades, can check out their creative pumpkin designs which are in display outside of Mrs. Tornambe’s classroom. #GreatnessStartsHere
about 1 month ago, Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
students drawing lines of symmetry
Fjnished symmetry pumpkin projects
students painting their pumpkins
students drawing lines of symmetry
Play of the day... Hands on Math! Students in Mrs. Bonseñor and Mrs. Martinelli's class teamed up to create a giant 10,000s chart to explore how multiples of 10 relate to one another. They worked together to see what 10,000 really looks like. #GreatnessStartsHere
about 1 month ago, Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
students working together to create 10,000
students working together to create 10,000
students working together to create 10,000
students working together to create 10,000
Play of the day...Fire Safety! Our younger Bolts had the opportunity to listen and learn from the Edison Fire Department as we kicked off Fire Prevention Month with a firetruck visit! #GreatnessStartsHere
about 1 month ago, Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
Firetruck

Please note: Tomorrow, Wednesday, October 1, 2025, is a Single Session Day.

In addition, on Thursday, October 2, 2025, all schools and offices will be closed in observance of Yom Kippur.

[View our schools’ hours here.]

[View the 2025–2026 calendar here.]

Thank you.

about 1 month ago, Edison Township Public Schools


Edison Township Public Schools is proud to announce the launch of Leading the Way, the district’s official podcast hosted by Superintendent Dr. Edward Aldarelli. Each episode features conversations with district leaders, educators, students, and community members, highlighting the voices, insights, and initiatives shaping the future of education in Edison.

EPISODE 7 NOW Live: Dr. Edward Aldarelli is joined by Academy Supervisors Kristen Tsaoys, Nicole Halpin, and Laurie Maier. Together, they reflect on the power of instructional leadership, collaboration, and mentorship in shaping student success. The conversation highlights how supervisors support teachers, foster professional growth, and build strong academic programs. Listeners will gain insight into the vital role these leaders play behind the scenes: guiding, coaching, and ensuring excellence across classrooms and schools.

Subscribe and listen or watch on our Spotify or YouTube to stay connected and informed about the initiatives shaping our students’ futures.

about 2 months ago, Edison Township Public Schools
Selfie
Play of the Day... Constitution Day! BEN BOLTs learned about the US Constitution and its Preamble & came together as a school to sign our BOLT pledge. #GreatnessStartsHere
about 2 months ago, Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
Pledge