Education Top Stories
By TAPINTO MONTVILLE STAFF
November 21, 2024
MONTVILLE, NJ – Residents gathered at the Nov. 19 Montville Township Public Schools Board of Education meeting, where five Montville Township High School students were celebrated for their achievements as ShopRite Stars. Assistant Principal Kenneth Nadzak stated that this school year marks the ...
BARNEGAT – As part of National Bullying Prevention Month, Barnegat Township School District (BTSD) demonstrated its dedication to fostering a positive school environment and respectful culture through a ‘Week of Respect’ with various social and emotional learning opportunities for students focused ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ - Ariana Jain of Hillsborough, a freshman in the Business, Entrepreneuship & Management program at Somerset County Vocational & Technical High School, has been selected as Stuent of the Month for November.She is the daughter of Vkash Jain and Vijayata Sanghvi.Jeffrey ...
WEST CALDWELL, NJ – Parents and community members attended the Caldwell-West Caldwell Board of Education meeting to voice their opinions on a recent assembly held at Grover Cleveland Middle School (GCMS). The issue was the appropriateness, parental notification, and intent of a section of the Unity ...
RUMSON, NJ: Two River College Group offers personalized services to help families navigate the financial and application challenges of college. From strategic funding solutions to hands-on application support, their packages are designed to meet various needs.Navigating the college admissions ...
WAYNE, NJ – The Board of Education has announced that the longest-serving Superintendent in Wayne Schools’ history is retiring after the end of this school year. “With appreciation and respect, the Wayne Board of Education announces the retirement of Dr. Mark Toback, Superintendent of Schools, ...
WEST CALDWELL, NJ – Four times during the school year, ShopRite asks the local high schools to identify outstanding students who contribute to the school environment in the areas of academics, leadership, service, arts, and athletics. The following seniors from James Caldwell High School were ...
PATERSON, NJ - The Paterson Free Public Library has unveiled its new ePopUp Library, a mobile digital service that brings books and educational resources to residents in innovative ways. Powered by Baker & Taylor’s Pop-Up Library technology, this initiative expands the digital footprint of the ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - An 18-year-old Boy Scout with a respect for local history has immortalized the borough's favorite son with a display case that hangs in a hallway at the school where Paul Robeson attended high school over 100 years ago before moving on to Rutgers University where he was an ...
BLOOMINGDALE, NJ - Bloomingdale Schools will be hosting a meeting on November 20th. The meeting will include information about the referendum. Join in the discussion at 7 PM Walter T. Bergen School or Zoom.
PISCATAWAY, NJ – The Piscataway Township Board of Education earned Board Certification status through the New Jersey School Boards’ Board Member Academy this month. Superintendent Dr. Frank Ranelli made the announcement at the November 14 board meeting, thanking board members for their dedication ...
MANASQUAN, NJ - At the recent Manasquan Board of Education meeting, Superintendent Rob Goodall and the Board of Education proudly honored long-time Manasquan High School (MHS) leader Clement Bramley by inducting him into the prestigious MHS Academic Hall of Fame. The recognition celebrated ...
CARTERET, NJ — High school thespians from Middlesex, Mercer and Somerset counties are now eligible for the 2025 Marquee Awards, hosted for a third year by Carteret’s popular Performing Arts & Events Center.High schools in Middlesex, Mercer and Somerset counties that stage musicals are eligible ...
CARTERET, NJ — High school thespians from Middlesex, Mercer and Somerset counties are now eligible for the 2025 Marquee Awards, hosted for a third year by Carteret’s popular Performing Arts & Events Center.High schools in Middlesex, Mercer and Somerset counties that stage musicals are eligible ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — The Westfield school board got a look at how scheduling at Westfield High School and Westfield intermediate schools may change at its meeting Tuesday, Nov. 19.Dr. Matthew Bolton, the school district’s assistant superintendent for curriculum, instruction and assessment, laid out the ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL - A Coral Springs teacher is among the five finalists vying for the title of Broward County Public Schools 2025 Teacher of the Year. Deanna Waters, a literacy coach at Sawgrass Springs Middle School, has been recognized for her 27 years of dedication to education and her efforts ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - The latest Super Tuesday video was released from the Superintendent of Kenilworth Public Schools, Jeremy Davies.“There's a lot to be thankful for this holiday, from our dedicated faculty to our supportive parents and our diligent students” Davies said. “Happy Thanksgiving!”Please ...
WEST CALDWELL, NJ – The James Caldwell High School community is mourning the recent passing of Ron San Fillipo, who was the school's athletic director for many years.San Fillipo, a resident of Cedar Grove and Bay Head, died at the age of 82 on Nov. 12.San Filliipo's honors include Essex County ...
ROXBURY, NJ – With praise from his colleagues on the board, and a surprise visit from the former district superintendent, longtime Roxbury School Board Member Leo Coakley attended his last meeting on Nov. 18.Coakley - who chose not to seek another term on the 10-member board – will not be at the ...
CLARK, NJ — Several students were honored as the Columbus Day Essay Contest winners at the Clark UNICO Italian-American Feast on October 13. Winners included Harper Harrison, a fifth grader at Frank K. Hehnly School; Alex Jazwinski, a fifth grader at Valley Road School; Ciro Cutrona, a seventh ...
WOODBRIDGE, NJ — For a fourth consecutive year, Newsweek magazine has named Berkeley College on its list of America’s Top Online Colleges for 2025, placing first among all New Jersey colleges.Berkeley College has a popular Woodbridge campus at 430 Rahway Ave., plus campuses in Newark, Woodland Park ...
SOMERS, N.Y. - Shhhh! Authors at work!The eighth-grade students at Somers Middle School (SMS) are crafting their own novels for National Novel Writing Month, a 30-day challenge that comes each November. Intended to immerse them in writing, the project has inspired a wide range of stories about ...
RAHWAY, NJ — Roosevelt Elementary School recently hosted its first annual program-wide Thanksgiving Feast on November 14. The event was a resounding success, bringing together students and staff for a festive celebration.The feast was held in the small cafeteria and featured a delicious array of ...
CROSS RIVER, N.Y. - “The message of the play: don’t throw your life away,” said seventh grader Emmett, who plays the lead in John Jay Middle School’s production of “It’s a Wonderful Life.” “Even if you think something bad is going to happen. You might be surprised.”“I think the message of the play ...
BERNARDSVILLE, NJ - The American Institute of Archaeology (AIA) is celebrating the creative work of Jared Ciocco, Bernards High School Latin teacher, and Kayli McGowan-Kinney, one of his standout AP students, for their innovative approach to integrating archaeology into the SHSD Latin program and ...
HACKENSACK, NJ - The streets around Fairmount School came alive on November 6 with the pounding footsteps and jubilant cheers of students, parents, and staff participating in the school's beloved Mini Marathon—a cherished tradition that has been getting kids moving and hearts pumping since the ...
New Jersey certified teachers will now have a faster, less expensive and more flexible path to obtaining a special education endorsement under a new online learning course that seeks to address the shortage of special education teachers statewide. The first phase of the course was built by the New ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - The Phillipsburg Board of Education tabled adopting a revised policy on managing head lice, officially termed pediculosis, after a unanimous vote at their latest meeting, November 18, 2024, held at the Phillipsburg Education Center. The discussion hosted differing opinions among ...
LINDEN, NJ - From now until December 7, Linden Public Library is offering a free math program for students in grades K through 3. Classes are held on Saturdays at the Bernice Bedrick Room from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. and are taught by trained high school students. The Linden Public Library says the ...
STAFFORD - The Stafford Township Board of Education announced at the opening of its meeting on Monday, October 18 that Superintendent George Chidiac has been granted a leave of absence. Stephanie Bush was approved to serve as Acting Superintendent.Chidiac was charged with DUI after crashing his car ...