Education Top Stories
By MADISON AREA YMCA
October 21, 2024
The Madison Area YMCA is excited to share some wonderful news with its community: The F.M. Kirby Children’s Center of the Madison Area YMCA has been awarded a prestigious 4-star rating by Grow New Jersey Kids! This remarkable recognition is a testament to the dedication and hard work of the ...
BAYONNE, NJ - Amazon Hub recently donated 85 backpacks and school supplies to Lincoln Community School.This initiative underscores Amazon Hub’s commitment to supporting education and enhancing the learning environment for students in our community, a statement said.“I would like to extend my ...
MILLTOWN, NJ - Borough voters are deciding on three open seats for the Milltown Board of Education in the upcoming November elections. Egnita Pardo and Patty Tymon are seeking re-election to the Milltown BOE. Courtney Williams-Goeloe and Vanessa Williams are also seeking one of the three open ...
SPOTSWOOD, NJ - Borough voters are deciding on two open seats for the Spotswood Board of Education in the upcoming November elections. Spotswood Board of Education Vice-President Bertrand Louis is running for re-election along with Spotswood resident Erik Williams and Helmetta resident Jaclyn ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — Westfield’s school board passed a resolution last week week “standing firmly against all forms of hatred and discrimination and recognizing the importance of the Week of Respect and School Violence Awareness Week.” The Week of Respect took place from Oct. 7-14 and School Violence ...
CROSS RIVER, N.Y. - Troubled that kindergarteners and other Meadow Pond Elementary School youngsters might hear a book’s fictional account of gender change, parents brought their concerns this month to a meeting of the Katonah-Lewisboro School District board.Fifteen community members turned out for ...
The Barnegat High School (BHS) Art Department has partnered with the Ocean County Department of Solid Waste Management (DSWM) to create vibrant murals on two recycling “Igloo” receptacles, which will be placed at two Barnegat marinas. The students have been enthusiastic about this opportunity, ...
NEW JERSEY – New Jersey was ranked as having the 5th-highest student loan payments in the nation in 2024, according to a new study done by WalletHub. The personal finance website ranked all 50 states by their median student loan payments, which was calculated using the latest data on consumers' ...
FLEMINGTON, NJ - At the Oct. 10 Flemington-Raritan board of education meeting, the board unanimously approved the settlement agreement with the Hunterdon Central board of education regarding the dissolution of the Joint Transportation Committee (JTC).The agreement by the board follows the Hunterdon ...
NORTH CALDWELL, NJ – The West Essex High School Guidance Department hosted its annual College Fair on October 1. The event was packed with students from West Essex (and surrounding schools) and over 100 colleges and universities.“We had over 330 students attend and over 110 colleges, universities, ...
MONTCLAIR, NJ - Montclair students celebrate National Walk, Bike & Roll to School Day, says officials.Last week, students and families across Montclair embraced active travel by walking, biking, or scootering to school as part of National Walk, Bike & Roll to School Day. This annual event ...
LITTLE FALLS, NJ - The Little Falls Board of Education recognized nine students as part of their "Student of the Month" program at a recent meeting. This month's theme was "considerate," highlighting students who exemplified kindness, empathy, and thoughtfulness in their daily interactions.The ...
BORDENTOWN, NJ — The Bordentown Regional School District (BRSD) will be receiving over $1 million in state aid to expand its preschool program, Governor Phil Murphy and New Jersey Department of Education Acting Commissioner Kevin Dehmer announced last week.The BRSD will be getting $1,305,345 in ...
MEDFORD, NJ — Lenape High School will be receiving $1 million for infrastructure improvements, the Lenape Regional High School District (LRHSD) Board of Education and Senator Troy Singleton announced last week. The funds stem from federal COVID relief allotted to states through the American Rescue ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - More than 100 South Plainfield School District families eligible for free or reduced meals through state and federal programs are no longer receiving benefits due to expired applications. At a board of education meeting last week, Superintendent Dr. Noreen Tansey stated that ...
NEW JERSEY – New Jersey was ranked as having the 5th-highest student loan payments in the nation in 2024, according to a new study done by WalletHub. The personal finance website ranked all 50 states by their median student loan payments, which was calculated using the latest data on consumers' ...
𝙻𝙸𝙽𝙳𝙴𝙽 , 𝙽𝙹 -- Maryam Elweshahy, a 2019 graduate of Linden High School, has been sworn in as the newest member of the Linden Board of Education. Derek Armstead, Mayor of Linden, administered the oath of office during the board’s October 17 public meeting. Elweshahy will fill the seat vacated by ...
SPRING LAKE, NJ - The 22nd Annual “Taste of Spring Lake” Kitchen Tour was a celebration of community, tradition, and generosity, bringing together over 1,000 participants who eagerly walked and rode through the picturesque streets of Spring Lake. This year's event showcased eight beautifully ...
BERNARDSVILLE, NJ - One hundred student leaders gathered in the Bernards High School PAC one year and one day following the October 7 terror attack on Israel, the worst attack on Jewish people since the Holocaust. Since that event, an exponential rise in antisemitism has been seen and felt within ...
NEW JERSEY – A new study from the personal finance website WalletHub ranked the top colleges and universities in New Jersey for 2025. This data comes from a study of the top colleges and universities in the entire U.S. for 2025, with Princeton University ranking 1st among 500 schools.Top 10 ...
NEW JERSEY – A new study from the personal finance website WalletHub ranked the top colleges and universities in New Jersey for 2025. This data comes from a study of the top colleges and universities in the entire U.S. for 2025, with Princeton University ranking 1st among 500 schools.Top 10 ...
HOBOKEN, NJ - Hoboken's Dual Language Charter School (HoLa) is celebrating perfect scores from a number of their students in the on the 2024 New Jersey Student Learning Assessments (NJSLA).Thirteen HoLa students in total recently achieved perfect scores on the annual assessment. Eleven scored ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ - The West Orange School district concluded their celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month on Oct. 14 as Mt. Pleasant Elementary School held a Hispanic Heritage Day featuring dance, crafts, and special presentations in all classes.Organized by teacher Kristina Moyet and staff, ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Phillipsburg High School has recently RE-introduced an exciting new club, Stateliners Supporting Our Troops, with the mission of involving students and the community in supporting soldiers actively defending our country. Under the guidance of advisor Mr. Jeffrey Wallbillich, the ...
RAHWAY, NJ — This summer, the Rahway Public School District challenged its elementary students to become “Reading Superheroes.”Students were required to follow a three-step process:Read WHATEVER they wanted! Students were encouraged to share their reading choices with their parents or guardians. ...
The Madison Area YMCA is excited to share some wonderful news with its community: The F.M. Kirby Children’s Center of the Madison Area YMCA has been awarded a prestigious 4-star rating by Grow New Jersey Kids! This remarkable recognition is a testament to the dedication and hard work of the ...
CLARK, NJ — TAPinto Clark recently reached out to the five candidates running for three 3-year terms on the Clark Board of Education (BOE), asking them if they'd like to share anything with readers in advance of the November 5th election.As of May 30, 2018, BOE candidates are permitted to run as a ...
East Orange, NJ — In a concerning presentation to the community and school board, East Orange Superintendent of Schools Dr. Christopher Irving, who began his tenure on July 1, 2024, painted a bleak financial picture for the district he inherited. During his address, Dr. Irving detailed spending ...
RAHWAY, NJ — Roosevelt Elementary School is proud to announce the success of its recent Hispanic Heritage Month celebration. Ms. Bradley’s sixth-grade social studies classes engaged in a comprehensive project that highlighted the contributions of influential Hispanic/Latino American ...