Terence C. Reilly School No. 7

06/03/2026

🌱🌸 At Terence C. Reilly School No. 7, our garden is more than just a place where plants grow it’s a place where curiosity, responsibility, and community take root. 🐾💙💛🐾

Thanks to the continued support of the Union County Plant A Seed – Kids Dig In! Grant and our incredible partners at Groundwork Elizabeth, our outdoor learning spaces continues to flourish. We are especially grateful to Union County for investing in opportunities that bring hands-on environmental education to our students.

This season, our students proudly welcomed two special additions to our school orchard: a cherry tree named “Georgie” and a dogwood tree affectionately named “Twinkle Doggy.” These newest members join our growing collection of plum, peach, and apple trees, creating a vibrant space where students can learn about nature, sustainability, and the rewards of caring for living things.

Our raised garden beds are also thriving with new seedlings, and each day our students are actively involved in planting, watering, and watching their hard work come to life.

A heartfelt thank you to Union County, Groundwork Elizabeth, and the Plant A Seed – Kids Dig In! Grant,
Ms. Clarke and Ms. De La Pena for helping us cultivate not only a beautiful garden, but also lifelong lessons in stewardship, teamwork, and community. We look forward to watching both our garden and our students continue to grow. 💚🌳

06/01/2026

☀️🏅 Field Day 2026 at Terence C. Reilly School No. 7 🏅☀️
What an unforgettable day of fun, teamwork, and school spirit at our annual Field Day celebration!
Nearly 995 students in Grades 2–8 filled the fields with energy, enthusiasm, and smiles as they participated in a variety of exciting activities under beautiful sunny skies. From obstacle courses and relay races to tug-of-war challenges, team-building games, and friendly competitions, every station was filled with laughter, encouragement, and unforgettable memories.
Field Day is more than just a day of games, it is a celebration of our school community. Throughout the day, students demonstrated outstanding sportsmanship, perseverance, teamwork, and kindness as they cheered one another on and embraced every challenge with excitement.
A special thank you goes to our incredible Physical Education Team, whose vision, planning, and organization made this amazing day possible. Months of preparation and attention to detail ensured that every activity ran smoothly and that all 995 students had a safe, engaging, and memorable experience.
We would also like to recognize and thank our outstanding team leaders and staff members who supervised each activity station throughout the day. Your enthusiasm, flexibility, and dedication kept students engaged, encouraged positive sportsmanship, and helped create a fun and welcoming environment for everyone. Whether leading games, managing transitions, cheering students on, or helping activities run seamlessly, your commitment was instrumental to the success of Field Day.
A heartfelt thank you to our wonderful PTO and PTO volunteers for providing the crowd-favorite bouncy houses and helping create an atmosphere of excitement and celebration for our students. Your support added an extra layer of fun that students will be talking about for months to come.
Thank you to our dedicated Kitchen Staff for preparing and distributing lunches, ensuring students stayed energized throughout a full day of activities. We also extend our appreciation to our School Nurses, whose care, professionalism, and support helped keep everyone safe and healthy throughout the event.
Finally, thank you to our administrative team for supporting opportunities like Field Day that strengthen school culture, build relationships, and create joyful experiences for our students.
Field Day 2026 was a true reflection of what makes Terence C. Reilly School No. 7 so special—a
community that works together, celebrates together, and creates meaningful experiences for every child. We are incredibly proud of our students and grateful to all the staff, volunteers, and families who helped make this day such a tremendous success.
🐾💙💛 🐾Countless smiles. Endless memories. One extraordinary school community. 🐾💛💙🐾

06/01/2026

Congratulations to Mr. Anselmi for being May’s Terence the Tiger Recipient! 🐾💙💛🐾

Not only did he cheer his students on during testing, but he also maintained a positive attitude among his colleagues. Mr. Anselmi’s encouragement extended beyond the classroom and into the hallways through his display of uplifting messages. Throughout the year, he has continuously worked on growing, learning, and most importantly, inspiring his students. Thank you, Mr. Anselmi, for reminding us all to “do the basics brilliantly” every day.

06/01/2026

June Calendar of Events 🐾💛💙🐾

05/27/2026

05/23/2026

05/23/2026

The Amistad Collaborative Forum, presented by the Elizabeth Public Schools Board of Education, served as both a collaboration and celebration highlighting the district’s commitment to implementing the Amistad Curriculum throughout its schools. Elizabeth Public Schools continues to be recognized as one of the leading school communities dedicated to expanding the scope and impact of the Amistad Curriculum by integrating meaningful African and African American history, culture, and contributions into the curriculum.
Distinguished guests and district representatives including Dr. Olga Hugelmeyer participated in the forum and provided insight into the importance of the Amistad Curriculum and the many ways Elizabeth Public Schools brings this curriculum to life for students. Dr. Olga Hugelmeyer stated how the Amistad Curriculum has provided a bridge for both the district and the community to come together and form this work.
Terence C. Reilly School No. 7 was proudly featured during the collaborative forum event, as one of the schools that successfully contributes to the implementation of the Amistad Curriculum . Students in Mrs. McGrath’s 8th grade art class created cardboard relief African masks inspired by the rich artistic traditions and cultures of various regions throughout Africa. Through this project, students explored the history, symbolism, and purpose of African masks, learning how they are often used in ceremonies, celebrations, storytelling, and cultural traditions.
As part of the creative process, students were encouraged to pour their own identity into their artwork by incorporating personal artistic style, color choices, patterns, and design elements inspired by the traditional masks they studied. This allowed students to create meaningful works of art that honored African cultural traditions while also expressing their individuality and creativity.
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05/15/2026

4th Graders celebrating the end of NJSLA-A testing. We are proud of all of our 3rd through 5th graders and their teachers for a job well done! Good Luck to all of our 6th through 8th graders next week.
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05/12/2026

So inspiring to see the incredible collaboration between the talented visual arts students of Terence C. Reilly School No. 7 and artist Elijah Minton featured in Wildest Dreams. Creativity, passion, and student voice shining through every piece of this amazing work. Our students continue to dream big and make us proud every day! We are truly grateful for the opportunity 🎨✨ What an amazing authentic learning experience for our students!
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