We are pleased to announce that Dr. Gramata, our new Superintendent/Principal, will be present to meet and greet students and parents! We're excited to celebrate so much of what makes HW Mountz great!
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#hwmountz #springlakenj #revolutionarymindsnight #americas250th #semiquincentennial
Crochet Your Way!
Two of our students recently participated in New Jersey’s STEAM Tank Challenge, a program that encourages students to develop innovative ideas that solve real-world problems through STEAM learning.
Their project, Crochet Your Way, focused on bringing more hands-on, outside-the-box activities to students during indoor recess — especially after all of this year’s snowy days indoors.
Today, they presented their idea to a panel of judges for the second time, and we were so impressed by their thoughtful ideas and presentation skills. Way to go, girls!
Two of our students recently participated in New Jersey’s STEAM Tank Challenge, a program that encourages students to develop innovative ideas that solve real-world problems through STEAM learning.
Their project, Crochet Your Way, focused on bringing more hands-on, outside-the-box activities to students during indoor recess — especially after all of this year’s snowy days indoors.
Today, they presented their idea to a panel of judges for the second time, and we were so impressed by their thoughtful ideas and presentation skills. Way to go, girls!
Join us to listen, share perspectives, and celebrate the academics, athletics, enrichment programs, and opportunities that make Mountz so special!
Join us for our Revolutionary Minds Night on Wednesday, May 27! Families, friends, and community members are invited to attend one of our two showcase sessions from 3:00–4:00 PM or 6:00–7:00 PM.
This special evening will celebrate the incredible creativity, innovation, and hard work of our students through art showcases highlighting their work from throughout the year, engaging science fair presentations, and interactive displays commemorating our nation’s upcoming 250th birthday this July 4th.
We would love for our community to come together to celebrate both our country and the outstanding efforts of our students in the arts and sciences. We hope to see you there!
This special evening will celebrate the incredible creativity, innovation, and hard work of our students through art showcases highlighting their work from throughout the year, engaging science fair presentations, and interactive displays commemorating our nation’s upcoming 250th birthday this July 4th.
We would love for our community to come together to celebrate both our country and the outstanding efforts of our students in the arts and sciences. We hope to see you there!
Let’s come together to honor those who have served our country. ❤️🤍💙
Exciting days at HWM as today we are receiving the first of 19 trees to beautify the campus! 🌳
All costs to be reimbursed through the Trees for Schools grant we were awarded in 2024.
Pictured are an Armstrong Maple and a Franz Fontaine. (And Dennis of Trees Now, Inc.)
Trees to be planted:
1 - Kousa Dogwood
5 - Swamp White Oaks
2 - Robin Hill
3 - Armstrong Maples
1 - October Glory
2 - Yellowwood
2 - Franz Fontaine
3 - Red Bud
All costs to be reimbursed through the Trees for Schools grant we were awarded in 2024.
Pictured are an Armstrong Maple and a Franz Fontaine. (And Dennis of Trees Now, Inc.)
Trees to be planted:
1 - Kousa Dogwood
5 - Swamp White Oaks
2 - Robin Hill
3 - Armstrong Maples
1 - October Glory
2 - Yellowwood
2 - Franz Fontaine
3 - Red Bud
Some wings were ready to fly, while others were just beginning. 🦋🐤
The sweetest week in pre-k. Special thank you to Miss MacDonald and her family for hatching baby chicks with us and living happily ever after on her family's farm!
Join us for our next Board of Education meeting on Monday, May 11 at 6:30 PM.
BOE meetings are a great way to stay connected, hear updates, learn more about our schools, and be part of the conversation that supports our students and community. All are welcome. We’d love to see you there!
BOE meetings are a great way to stay connected, hear updates, learn more about our schools, and be part of the conversation that supports our students and community. All are welcome. We’d love to see you there!
Last night's book talk on The Amazing Generation, by Jonathan Haidt and Catherine Price, was so powerful. Our panel of educators, therapists, and students dove into some of the central messages surrounding technology use and its implications in today's society, specifically drawing on the impact on our children. It's such an important conversation and we were so proud to host at HW Mountz.
Thank you to our PTA for creating opportunities like this for our community. It was great to see so many people come together to better learn how to support this next, amazing, generation.
To our incredible Mountz PTA: thank you for the amazing lunch spread, the fun yard sign, and the generous gift during Teacher Appreciation Week! Your kindness and support mean so much to our teachers.
But the greatest gift of all is the opportunity to teach your wonderful children each day. We are so grateful for the partnership, encouragement, and appreciation you show our teachers all year long.
But the greatest gift of all is the opportunity to teach your wonderful children each day. We are so grateful for the partnership, encouragement, and appreciation you show our teachers all year long.
Teacher Appreciation Week is Next Week
May 4–8, 2026
Next week, H.W. Mountz School will recognize Teacher Appreciation Week as an opportunity to celebrate the dedication, care, and hard work of our faculty and staff.
We are grateful for all they do each day to support our students and school community, and we look forward to recognizing their contributions throughout the week.
May 4–8, 2026
Next week, H.W. Mountz School will recognize Teacher Appreciation Week as an opportunity to celebrate the dedication, care, and hard work of our faculty and staff.
We are grateful for all they do each day to support our students and school community, and we look forward to recognizing their contributions throughout the week.
Big news for H.W. Mountz School!
The Spring Lake Borough Board of Education officially approved Dr. Carlos M. Gramata, Jr. as our new Superintendent/Principal at last night’s meeting. With 24 years in public education and a strong background in instructional leadership, character education, and supporting students and staff, Dr. Gramata brings a wealth of experience to our district. We’re excited to welcome him to the Mountz community and look forward to this next chapter together.
The Spring Lake Borough Board of Education officially approved Dr. Carlos M. Gramata, Jr. as our new Superintendent/Principal at last night’s meeting. With 24 years in public education and a strong background in instructional leadership, character education, and supporting students and staff, Dr. Gramata brings a wealth of experience to our district. We’re excited to welcome him to the Mountz community and look forward to this next chapter together.
NJSLA-A Testing Update
Please note:
• Students who are absent on a testing day will be scheduled for a make-up session
• Due to the adaptive nature, if a student misses day 1 of reading or math, they will need to make up day 1 and day 2 sessions during the make-up window.
• We kindly ask that families avoid scheduling appointments or vacations during this time when possible
• Students should come to school well-rested and ready to do their best
We appreciate your support in helping students be present and ready during this time.
Please note:
• Students who are absent on a testing day will be scheduled for a make-up session
• Due to the adaptive nature, if a student misses day 1 of reading or math, they will need to make up day 1 and day 2 sessions during the make-up window.
• We kindly ask that families avoid scheduling appointments or vacations during this time when possible
• Students should come to school well-rested and ready to do their best
We appreciate your support in helping students be present and ready during this time.
Bike to School Day was a great success this morning! Students, families, and staff kicked off the day with a stop at Tom Bailey’s Market for breakfast before riding together to school. A special thank you to the wonderful Spring Lake Police Department for providing a safe escort along the route. With beautiful weather and so much community spirit, it was the perfect way to start the day!
Our 6th grade students had an exciting opportunity to participate in Sea Girt Elementary’s STEAM Convocation, where they collaborated and learned alongside peers from across the sending district. It was a great day filled with creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork.
Thank you to Sea Girt for hosting such a fun and engaging experience for our students!
Thank you to Sea Girt for hosting such a fun and engaging experience for our students!
This week, our 8th graders had the opportunity to step outside the classroom and into our local community for a hands-on learning experience. As part of their Spanish studies, they visited Pick’s Latin Grocery in Belmar, where they practiced their language skills in a real-world setting by requesting items in Spanish.
It was a great way to bring classroom learning to life—building confidence, making authentic connections, and seeing how language can be used beyond school walls. A fun, engaging, and memorable day of learning in action!
It was a great way to bring classroom learning to life—building confidence, making authentic connections, and seeing how language can be used beyond school walls. A fun, engaging, and memorable day of learning in action!
The Scholastic Book Fair is coming!
SAVE THE DATE for Wednesday, April 22nd, and Thursday, April 23rd, and get your reader psyched to pick out their own books!
Create your child’s Book Fair eWallet so they can shop cash-free, worry-free, and independently! It’s easy to set up and easy for others to contribute funds! Start here: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/hwmountzelementaryschool. #ScholasticBookFairs
SAVE THE DATE for Wednesday, April 22nd, and Thursday, April 23rd, and get your reader psyched to pick out their own books!
Create your child’s Book Fair eWallet so they can shop cash-free, worry-free, and independently! It’s easy to set up and easy for others to contribute funds! Start here: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/hwmountzelementaryschool. #ScholasticBookFairs
Next week we’re celebrating 🌎 Earth Week!
We’ve got a fun lineup of spirit days planned to help us show our love for the planet and learn how we can make a difference.
Check out what’s in store and join us in celebrating, protecting, and appreciating our Earth all week long! 🌱♻️
We’ve got a fun lineup of spirit days planned to help us show our love for the planet and learn how we can make a difference.
Check out what’s in store and join us in celebrating, protecting, and appreciating our Earth all week long! 🌱♻️
Our 7th & 8th graders spent an unforgettable day in NYC experiencing The Outsiders on Broadway—an incredible opportunity filled with powerful moments and lasting memories. Huge thank you to our PTA for making this experience possible and helping our students stay gold. 💛
Big congratulations to our two 6th-grade students for being selected as top math students and representing our school at Math Madness at Manasquan High School! We are so proud of your hard work and achievement! ✨
