Our students took learning on the move during their trip to Branch Brook Park Roller Skating Rink (BBP). This STEM learning experience brought engineering and physics to life as students explored how the mechanics of roller skates work while skating and observing motion in action. It was a fun and engaging way to connect classroom...
Category: Explore Middle School
Wolfpack Student Spotlight: Shawn Le
Congratulations to Shawn, one of our outstanding 6th graders, whose ice hockey team, the Jersey City Capitals 12U Peewee team, recently won the 2025–2026 New Jersey Youth Hockey League (NJYHL) 12U B Championship. The team defeated the Hunterdon Bears 4–0 in a shutout victory during the championship game. Shawn played defense and helped his team...
Wolfpack Welcomes the Hudson County Sheriff’s Office
We were honored to welcome members of the Hudson County Sheriff’s Office to Explore for lunch with our 8th grade students. It was a meaningful opportunity for our students to engage in open conversation, ask questions, and build positive connections with local law enforcement. Thank you to Sheriff Jimmy Davis and his team, Sean Connors,...
January Students of the Month
Congratulations to our January Students of the Month: Mia W., Joshua L., and Tommy H. These students have demonstrated strong character, dedication to their studies, and a positive attitude that reflects the true spirit of the Wolfpack. We are proud of the effort, leadership, and responsibility they show each day in and out of the...
Alumni Alley Spotlight: Sara Khiri Competing at the Division I Level
Explore alum Sara Khiri is currently a sophomore at the University of Pennsylvania, where she competes at the Division I level in track and field and cross country. Last year, she competed in the Ivy League Championships and earned a medal, marking an impressive milestone in her collegiate athletic career. Alongside athletics, Sara is studying...
The Wolfpack Performance Lab: Building Careers Through Sport
The Wolfpack had the opportunity to participate in this initiative through our Exercise Science CTE program, connecting sports instruction with classroom learning. By partnering with coaches and educators, students build teamwork, confidence, problem-solving skills, and overall physical wellness while engaging in meaningful, hands-on physical education.
December Students of the Month
Congratulations to our December Students of the Month! Devanee L. (6th grade) Kamyla W. (7th grade) Miguel L. (8th grade) We are proud to recognize your hard work, positive attitude, and dedication to our Wolfpack community. Keep up the great work! Special thanks to India and Mattisen for helping create and design this post. We...
Bridging Generations Through Community
Oh goodOur Wolfpack had a heartwarming visit to Guttenberg Housing Authority as part of our Building Community Partnerships trip. Students helped lead bingo with seniors, sharing laughs, stories, and meaningful moments together. By the end of the visit, both our students and the seniors were already asking when we could return. Experiences like this show...
A Pack of Readers: Saadia Faruqi Inspires Explore Middle School
We loved welcoming Saadia Faruqi to Explore Middle School. 📚✨ Students asked thoughtful questions and learned about the writing process, what it means to be an author, and Ms. Faruqi’s life and journey as a writer. Her visit was inspiring and empowering for our Wolfpack.
Wolfpack Author Spotlight!
✨ Wolfpack Author Spotlight! ✨ Congratulations to Arya B. (6th grade) on the release of his newly launched book, The Day Everything Got Quieter (and Louder)! We’re proud to celebrate his creativity and hard work. If you love supporting student authors, check out his book and help spread the word: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FL658G3F Keep writing and sharing...
