Forget about the Eagles, let's hear it for the Knights! Merchantville School's girls' basketball team soundly beat the Cavaliers form Somerdale Park School, 62-36 on Wednesday, 2/14, and now advance to the finals in their league playoff run against Berlin this Saturday at 3:30 p.m. at the Bishop Eustace gymnasium. Two weeks ago the girls basketball honored 8th graders Madison and Caroline at halftime during the last game of the regular season tonight. Good luck to the team and continue to make us proud uKNIGHTed - they've got the Borough behind them! 

Know a neighbor who could use a little LOVE? As part of our MLK Day of Service activities, students at Merchantville Elementary School will be making Valentines for homebound Merchantville residents (to be delivered closer to Valentine's Day). Do you have a Merchantville friend or family member whose day could be brightened or be made special by one of these valentines? Please follow this link to complete our google form to sign them up for a valentine delivery. Merchantville addresses only, please.

The Merchantville 8th Grade Haunted House is in the works, and they are looking for local businesses to either renew their sign from last year or support us as a first time advertiser with a new sign. The signs will be displayed by the entry area leading up to the Haunted House. This is a great opportunity to continue to promote your business and supports the 8th grade tradition which helps fund the 8th grade class trip, graduation ceremony and party. For information please Click this sponsor form link. We’ve been reaching out to past and new supporters this past week, but feel free to reach out if you have any questions. Please note: Deadline for first time advertiser artwork is Monday, October 10th.

Sister Maria Armida Fabela, MDPVM, 75, of Kingsville, Texas, passed away February 13th. She served in Catholic education in the Diocese of Camden for more than 20 years, including Saint Peter School, Merchantville. She was born on November 16, 1946, in Los Angeles, California, to Hector M. and Enriqueta Fabela. She was a member of Missionary Daughters of Pure Virgin Mary for 56 years and a former principal and teacher. She was a graduate from Texas A&M University, earning a master of administration degree.  In 2015, Sr. Armida penned an article in the Star Herald about her choice to make the religious life her vocation. In the Diocese of Camden, a Mass for Sister Armida will be celebrated 7 p.m. on March 24th at the Parish of All Saints, Millville, NJ.

Congratulations to the Merchantville School Field Hockey team. It has been many years since our middle school team scored a goal and over ten years since they earned a win. This week they broke the curse, they scored a goal and came out with a 1-1 tie. Then, in their last game they scored another goal to secure a 1-0 win. They had one objective this season - to score a goal - and, they topped that. "A picture says a thousand words" and this one sure is proof! Such exciting and well deserved games for the students, coaches and school!

On Friday, May 13th, Merchantville School celebrated the life of Alijah Floyd-Brown by dedicating a playground in his memory. Alijah, was a third grader at Merchantville School diagnosed with diffused midline glioma - a malignant inoperable brain tumor. Alijah underwent three brain surgeries, completed his radiation and started chemotherapy before losing his battle with cancer. This playground will bring joy to many students just as Alijah brought joy to everyone he met.

Apply today for an open position as a Special Education Teacher Grade 5. Maternity Leave Position for the remainder of the school year. Must have certification – Teacher of Students with Disabilities. Benefits Included. Salary based on Local Union Agreement. Resource Room Grade 5 and Enrichment Grades 1 & 4. For consideration, forward a cover letter and resume as soon as possible to: J. Scott Strong - Chief School Administrator, Merchantville School. Email:  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.   (Preferred). Mail:  130 S Centre Street, Merchantville, NJ 08109. For more information about the district, please visit our website www.merchantvilleschool.org

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