Education Top Stories
By MATT DOHERTY
January 25, 2025
BELMAR, NJ – Belmar Elementary School recently hosted its annual Spelling Bee, where fifth grader Ryden Mowery emerged as the champion. The competition concluded in the ninth round when Ryden correctly spelled the word "rogue," securing his spot as the school’s top speller. Ryden will now ...
RANDOLPH, NJ- Beloved science teacher Dr. Krista Seanor was recently named the Randolph High School Teacher of the Year for 2024-2025.“She is an outstanding teacher who exhibits a passion for learning and is always seeking to build strong relationships with her students,” said Principal Jessica ...
SPARTA, NJ – At the board of education meeting, Sparta Education Association President Angela DeLuccia shared good news about the staff and school district.Good Evening,My name is Angela DeLuccia and I am the very proud president of the Sparta Education Association and Sussex County Education ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL - On most days at Westchester Elementary School in Coral Springs, you can find Zoey - a 5-year-old mini Goldendoodle - wandering the hallways, tail wagging, as she greets students with gentle enthusiasm. Zoey, a certified therapy dog, has become a trusted companion to many, ...
Kindergarten 2025-2026 Pre-Registration opens February 3, 2025. Please share the date with Denville neighbors and friends! 2025-2026 Kindergarten Pre-Registration Form
VIERA, FL – Approximately 65 students from Viera Elementary School entertained attendees at Tuesday’s Brevard Public School Board meeting. Sixth-graders Peighton, Brynn Rosenthal and Cooper Combs took part in the program. Thompson led the Pledge of Allegiance, while Rosental and Coombs answered ...
ROBBINSVILLE, NJ - A group of Robbinsville High School students took learning out of the classroom and got to see democracy in action when they attended the Robbinsville Township Council Reorganization meeting earlier this month.The members of the AP US Government and Politics class watched ...
BEDFORD, N.Y. - Evan Bender, a senior at Fox Lane High School, was recently named as one of twenty nominees for the 2025 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program from New York State. This highly prestigious recognition is among the nation’s highest honors for high school students.“The White House ...
SUMMIT, NJ – The Summit Board of Education discussed and approved key appointments during its most recent meeting held last week, but not without contention regarding nominations for the Board of School Estimate.One of the agenda items under discussion focused on the appointments of Board President ...
CLARK, NJ — On January 17, fifth grade students at Valley Road School participated in a Colonial Job Fair as the culmination of their social studies unit about the American colonies. Organized by fifth grade teachers Jessica Zerella, Alyssa Englert, and Colleen MacNamara, the students stepped back ...
MENDHAM, NJ - Iron Girl Project, Inc. (IGP) is pleased to announce that the 2025 Alexea G. Karpinski Memorial Scholarship application is now open for all graduating high school senior athletes who are current residents of New Jersey and enrolling full-time in an accredited undergraduate ...
NORTH SALEM, N.Y. - Several North Salem students were recently recognized for their outstanding academic accomplishments! Dean’s ListSUNY OneontaAshley Callaci Seth Cheung Anthony Foglia Nicholas FogliaPresident’s ListSUNY CantonNeil (Siobhan) Grace Do you know a scholar you would like to ...
HACKETTSTOWN, NJ — Centenary University President Dale Caldwell, Ed.D., has announced the Dean’s List for the fall 2024 semester. To achieve this honor, full-time students must earn a semester grade point average of 3.8 or above and complete a minimum of 12 semester credits. Hunterdon County ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - Please see the following information from Harding Elementary School Principal Mr. Ronald Bubnowski.Hello Harding Families,Here is what you need to know this week…Superbowl Food Drive: The Student Council SOUPer Bowl food drive is upon us!! If you are able to, please send any of ...
HEMPSTEAD, NY – Tara Osumanu of Sayreville excelled during the fall 2024 semester at Hofstra, achieving a GPA of at least 3.5 to earn a spot on the Dean's List. Tara's major is Health Science.Hofstra University's primary mission is to provide a quality education to its students in an environment ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ – Superintendent Dr. Lauren Zirpoli gave a State of School presentation at the Thursday, Jan. 23 Board of Education meeting. The focus of this mid-year review was to highlight the district's progress towards the board’s goals and to outline strategic priorities during the second ...
RED BANK, NJ: Curious about charter schools? Red Bank Charter School, nestled in the heart of Red Bank, invites you to their open house on Thursday, January 30, between 5:30pm and 7:00pm.What is a Charter School? A charter school, like Red Bank Charter School, is a FREE publicly funded school open ...
Princeton, NJ – Are you ready to vote in the Princeton Public Schools facilities bond referendum on Tuesday, January 28? That’s when the School District seeks approval of three separate questions that would expand and renovate Community Park Elementary School, improve and replace HVAC systems at ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ - In a sweeping lawsuit filed in Monmouth County, Dr. LaShawn Gibson, former Director of Human Resources for the Asbury Park School District, has accused district leaders and board members of pervasive misconduct, including grade inflation, manipulation of attendance records, and ...
STAFFORD – Southern Regional High School Athletics announced the outstanding achievements of its fall sports programs during the 2024 season. Southern celebrated multiple championships and dominant performances across various sports on January 16, 2025. Championship Teams:Field Hockey: Earned the ...
STAFFORD – Southern Regional High School Athletics announced the outstanding achievements of its fall sports programs during the 2024 season. Southern celebrated multiple championships and dominant performances across various sports on January 16, 2025. Championship Teams:Field Hockey: Earned the ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ – Superintendent Lauren Zirpoli gave an overview of the district’s redistricting plan at the Thursday, Jan. 23 Board of Education (BOE) meeting. The redistricting schedule is going forward as planned. A handful of parents spoke about the potential hardship the redistricting might ...
PLAINFIELD, NJ — On Friday afternoon, rumors circulated of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents appearing at several Plainfield locations, one of which was Plainfield High School.Shortly before 5pm, the Plainfield Public Schools announced that the reports of federal agents at any ...
CLARK, NJ — Arthur L. Johnson (ALJ) High School seniors Diva-Kai (Kai) Caro Vasquez and Alexandra (Bella) Gonzalez were recognized by the College Board as National Recognition Program awardees! They both earned the National Hispanic Recognition Award.According to the College Board, “The National ...
DOYLESTOWN, PA—The Central Bucks School District will launch a series of town hall meetings beginning next week to get community feedback about the future of three its elementary schools: Doyle, Kutz and Linden.The first of the meetings will be held on Jan. 30 at CB West High School at 7 p.m. A ...
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - Superintendent Scott Feder made a statement to the district regarding concerns about ICE raids at schools at the most recent board of education meeting. Feder said he received some concerns from parents due to a decision from President Trump allowing ICE to arrest undocumented ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL — The Broward School Board made it official this week: voting to transform Coconut Creek Elementary School into a kindergarten to eighth grade school starting next fall as part of the district’s initiative to address under-unrolled schools. Plans call for adding one middle school ...
NEWTON, NJ - The Newton High School Future Business Leaders of America chapter and Selective Insurance have joined again as partners for the 2024-2025 school year. This marks a significant milestone for the chapter and shows the dedication and commitment Selective Insurance has for supporting the ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ – The New Providence School District proudly celebrated the opening of its 2024-2025 Student Art Gallery at Borough Hall on Thursday, January 23, with a special reception from 4 to 5 p.m. The event gave student artists the opportunity to unveil their work to an appreciative ...
EDISON, NJ - a group of students from Edison Academy Magnet School won this year's Congressional App Challenge for New Jersey's sixth district. Ekya Dogra, Sahil Ghosh, and Adithiya Venkatakrishnan won this year's competition for their RADR (Rapid Amber Detection Response) App.“The Congressional ...