September 30, 2026

Dear SPS School Community,

I am writing to inform you of ongoing police activity in the vicinity of 1300–1400 Paterson Plank Road. There is a heavy police presence and a number of streets are closed. THERE IS NO DANGER TO ANY OF THE SCHOOLS.

However, if this continues, it will affect school dismissal, most notably by causing delays in bus transportation and significant traffic issues. Huber Street School is the school that will likely experience the most disruption due to proximity to the police activity.

I have been in contact with Chief Miller throughout the day to coordinate with the Secaucus Police Department. He indicated that additional officers will be available in the vicinity to assist students and parents in walking home safely and with directing traffic.

Please allow extra time for travel to pickup this afternoon and follow any directions provided by police officers. We will continue to monitor the situation and share updates regarding any changes to dismissal or transportation. Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we work together to support a safe dismissal for our students today.

Sincerely,

Mark Toback

Interim Superintendent of Schools

Clarendon Elementary School

Clarendon Elementary School

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