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Dr. Atiba Buckman Principal
About Our School
Malcolm X Shabazz High School blends a rich legacy with a bold vision for the future.
Founded in 1912, South Side High School has evolved into a hub for purpose-driven learning, featuring rigorous academic programs, an engineering/career academy focus, and student leadership initiatives supported by community partnerships.
Beyond the classroom, the Bulldogs have built a statewide reputation for competitive excellence. Our programs have captured multiple state championships across girls’ and boys’ basketball, football, and track, while our student-athletes and alumni consistently distinguish themselves at the collegiate and professional levels.
Shabazz’s impact extends far beyond athletics. Our graduates contribute meaningfully across music, politics, business, and sports, underscoring the school’s role as a cornerstone in Newark’s educational and cultural life.
At Shabazz, we believe every student deserves high expectations, caring relationships, and real opportunities. We’re proud of our history—and equally committed to innovation that prepares students for college, career, and community leadership. Together with our families and partners, we continue to write the next chapter of Bulldog excellence.
"Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today."
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Shabazz in the News
Congratulations to Malcolm X Shabazz High School on hosting a successful Community Day with George Washington Carver School, Bruce Street School, and our community partners. We gave out frozen turkeys with all the fixings to families, coats, clothes and dropped off hundreds of hot meals to some local shelters in Newark.Thank you to all who contributed to the day’s success. #MXSLove
We gave out frozen turkeys with all the fixings to families, coats, clothes and dropped off hundreds of hot meals to some local shelters in Newark.
The Malcolm X Shabazz boys’ soccer team has secured its inaugural Southeastern Conference (SEC) title in the Freedom Division, representing a significant achievement for the program. Under the leadership of Head Coach Jason Hernould, along with Assistant Coaches Roy Muriel and Jayme Alves, the team demonstrated outstanding skill and perseverance throughout the season. Junior Abdoul Konvolbo emerged as a key player, contributing an impressive 15 goals and 2 assists this season, consistently finding the net and playing an essential role […]
Newark, NJ – Newark Public Schools celebrates six comprehensive high schools that have earned the prestigious designation of Middle States Accreditation under the visionary leadership of Superintendent Roger Leὀn. Middle States Accreditation is the hallmark of excellence in education – a voluntary, professional peer review process dedicated to enhancing schools, renowned as the gold standard for measuring and propelling school improvement. It is an external objective validation of school quality and student achievement that fosters continuous school improvement. Accreditation helps […]
Malcolm X Shabazz High School – JAG Leaders On Thursday, May 23, 2024, Malcolm X Shabazz High School’s Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) Program students attended New Jersey’s JAG Career Development Conference at The College of New Jersey. Students from schools in New Jersey competed in competitions ranging from Employability Skills, Public Speaking, Creative Problem Solving, Chapter Banner, Presentation, Career Marketing, Entrepreneurship, and Career Display. MXS JAG leaders won in five competitions, winning awards in first, second, and third place. Looking ahead, MXS HS […]
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