Join Mr. Kelly and Ms. Ducharme for a fun night of S'mores and a movie! Students may be dropped off, but parents are also welcome to join! 

Friday, May 15th 
6:30-8:30 pm
Field behind the big school (with S'mores making on the McLaughlin's back patio)

Open to 4PKJD students only, please!

K-2 families are invited to join us for a Forest School class on May 16th from 10:00–11:30 AM at the South Mountain Reservation.

Step into the magic of Maplewood Outside School—camp style! Children will have the chance to play, climb, explore, and fully immerse themselves in nature—just like a day at camp. It’s a relaxed, joy-filled time to connect, get a little muddy, and experience the wonder of outdoor learning together.

Please note:

• This is not a drop-off event—all children must be accompanied by an adult
• The event will take place rain or shine
• Please bring a snack

Hosted by Natalia Naranjo and led by a teacher from Maplewood Outside School.

Come dressed for the outdoors and ready to explore! 🌲

Join Team K for a special lunchtime treat! On Thursday, May 21st, from 10:50–11:30 AM, Mrs. Watkinson, Mrs. Mondelli, Ms. Prisco, and Ms. Ciuba will host a fun and relaxed “Kindergarten Café” picnic at the Annex.

Two students from each kindergarten class (Team MW, Ciuba, and Prisco) will be invited to bring their lunch and enjoy a special time eating together, playing games, and connecting with the teachers outside the usual classroom routine.

This event will take place rain or shine—if the weather doesn’t cooperate, the fun will move indoors to a classroom.

A cozy, joy-filled break in the day with Team K—sure to be a memorable experience for our youngest learners!

Join Ms. Dyer and Mrs. Roig for some ice cream sundaes and games. 

Thursday, May 21st
2:33 - 3:30 pm

Open to Big School students only, please!

Join Mrs. Juhlin for some ice cream sundaes and games. 

Thursday, May 21st
2:33 - 3:30 pm

Open to Big School students only, please!

Please join us for the 2nd Bi-Annual Cannaboss Magic Mixer! Enjoy a special appearance by the local Cannaboss Lady, featuring cannabis education and spark magic with an expert. 

Light snacks and beverages will be served.

Hosted by the Zappulla & Higgins Families

Details:

• Distance ~5K
• Cost $15 per runner
• All ages welcome
• Feel free to run or walk

Hosted by the Pelak-Atherton family, this is a great way to get outside, connect with the school community—all while having fun together!

Too young to be Gen-X, but thankful you grew up before tech and social media? Ready to team up for a fun night of 90's and 2000's Xennials trivia?! Join us at Pallet Brewing Co. for a night of good friends, trivia, and awesome beer- all benefitting SMS! Tickets include entry for trivia + first drink. Participate in the 50/50 raffle, further benefitting our Superstars! 

Date: Tuesday, June 2nd 
Time: 7:00 – 10:00 PM (Trivia starts at 7:30pm)
Cost: $35 per adult

Hosted by: The Coenen-Larkin, Egal, Hausman-Granholm, Meny, and Sklaver families.

Calling all SMS resident artists! 🎨 Join us for a fun and creative afternoon with Open Studio time at Oh Canary. Students will have the freedom to explore, make, and create in a relaxed, inspiring studio environment.

This special session is open to Kindergarten through 2nd Grade students and is a perfect chance to get hands-on with art, try new materials, and let imaginations run wild.

Studio time generously donated by Oh Canary!

Details:
Wednesday, June 3rd
4:30 – 5:30 pm
Oh Canary, South Orange

Join us for a fun, relaxed evening to connect with fellow Kindergarten parents from the Class of 2038 on Thursday, June 4th at 7:30 pm. Come mix, mingle, and start building friendships as we kick off the years ahead together.

BYOB, light snacks will be provided.

$30 per family (adults only please).

Hosted by the Kindergarten Committee.