Education Top Stories
By TAPINTO ROBBINSVILLE STAFF
September 1, 2024
ROBBINSVILLE, NJ - Local dignitaries, parents, students and other community members celebrated the launch of universal pre-K in Robbinsville with a pair of ceremonial ribbon cuttings last week. The celebration took place at both Sharon Elementary School and Pond Road Middle School. As previously ...
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ — Ashley Caldwell, just weeks from her 20th birthday, is ready to join the New Brunswick Board of Education. And no one knows that more than her best friend, who has known her going back to when they would run around together in the playground during kindergarten ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ – With less than a week before students return to schools across the district, the Ridgewood Board of Education convened this week to discuss a host of agenda items. The board listened to a presentation on the new district website given by Public Information Officer Christine ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - The following message was recently posted to the Kenilworth Public Schools social media page in anticipation of the 2024-2025 school year. Our classrooms are spic-and-span, the buildings are ready, and the grounds are manicured. We're set to welcome our 1,417 students on ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - The first day of the 2024-2025 school year is Thursday, September 5. Please see the following message that was recently posted to the Kenilworth Public Schools social media page. Our students are always working on interesting projects! Watch for updates this year about ways that ...
PATERSON, NJ - Paterson Public Schools have announced a new partnership between Renaissance One School of Humanities and the Metropolitan Opera Guild of New York. Under this partnership, Renaissance One School of Humanities will benefit from workshops led by teaching artists from the ...
NORTH CALDWELL, NJ -- Ruth DiGiovanni of Roseland took the oath of office during the West Essex Board of Education’s Aug. 8 meeting and became its newest member. DiGiovanni was appointed by the board to serve the remainder of Frank Perrotti’s term during a meeting held on July 17. Perrotti ...
HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ - Hasbrouck Heights Schools open for the new school year on Tuesday, September 3. Superintendent of Schools Dr. Jillian Torrento has penned a letter to the parents and community. Dear Hasbrouck Heights School Community, As the sun sets on our summer break, it is my ...
UNION, NJ - Union High School opened its doors to the incoming Class of 2028 for their annual Freshman Orientation program on Thursday. Organized by the Union High School Counseling Department, students were able to attend various sessions related to different topics. "The overall goal for the ...
East Orange/Orange, NJ- Seton Hall University is pleased to announce the following students who qualified for the Spring 2024 Dean's list and to congratulate them for their outstanding academic achievements. After the close of every semester, undergraduate students completing all courses with a ...
Attention Parents: Start out right this school year and set up a free consultation with Kumon of Hazlet today! Kumon provides fun learning methods to assist children in developing the skills that help them build upon each concept they learn. With individualized learning plans, motivation and ...
HOLMDEL, NJ - Local school districts communicate with local families extensively. Through the use of email, print, social media, video and other sources, families can better understand their schools. Holmdel is considering a strategy to better coordinate their platforms to ensure better ...
BLOOMINGDALE, NJ - Bloomingdale Schools have brought back Pizza Fridays. Every Friday, students will be able to enjoy fresh pizza from a local pizzeria, AJ's Pizza.
CLARK, NJ — The Clark Board of Education will hold its monthly meeting on Tuesday, September 3. The meeting will open at 5:30 p.m. in the Media Center of the Arthur L. Johnson High School, located at 365 Westfield Ave., and immediately go into Executive Session, not open to the public. The ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ -- TAPinto interviewed Eric Stevenson about his candidacy for the Board of Education. TAPinto: Tell me about yourself. Stevenson: As a husband, father and dedicated member of the West Orange community for 10 years, I am committed to ensuring that all children in West Orange ...
EDISON, NJ - The 2024 - 2025 academic school year will begin in Edison Township on Thursday. The last day of school is scheduled for June 25, 2025. All Edison Township schools will be closed on the following dates: October 3-4 - Rosh Hashanah November 1 - Diwali November 4 - 8 - Fall ...
BELMAR, NJ - Belmar Elementary School is committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment for its students, emphasizing empathy, communication skills, and the development of healthy relationships. This year, the school is excited to roll out new programs and initiatives aimed at helping ...
SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — During the August 29 BOE meeting, SOMA Board of Education (BOE) President Qawi Telesford's President's Report was about district goals resulting from the BOE retreat. The meeting also featured the swearing in of the new student liaison to the BOE -- Oliver Nesin. Attendees saw a ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - Schools in East Brunswick open this week on Thursday, September 5. East Brunswick High School and Churchill Junior High School have single-session days on Thursday, September 5 and Friday, September 6. All Elementary Schools have full days starting this week. Attached find ...
NORTH PLAINFIELD, NJ -- Does your student walk to school? Following is an interactive map of crossing guard locations. Interactive map of crossing guard locations.
NORTH PLAINFIELD, NJ -- An optional breakfast program is available in all of the schools each day except during delayed openings. Students should arrive no earlier than five minutes before they eat breakfast or before the start of the regular school day. Students not participating in ...
NORTH PLAINFIELD, NJ -- Are you ready? Check the school supply lists by grade: https://www.nplainfield.org/parents-community/2024-2025-grade-level-supply-lists
NORTH PLAINFIELD, NJ -- For the new school year, a Free/Reduced Lunch Application must be completed in order to be eligible for the program. 3 Ways to Complete the Lunch Application: On a computer or tablet through your PaySchools account: Visit payschoolscentral.com. If you have ...
WARREN, NJ -- The next meeting of the Watchung Hills Board of Education is scheduled for Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2024 at 7:00 pm and will be held in person in the Learning Commons at Watchung Hills Regional High School and live-streamed via YouTube starting at 7:30 pm. The agenda is AGENDA - ...
WARREN, NJ -- The next meeting of the Watchung Hills Board of Education is scheduled for Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2024 at 7:00 pm and will be held in person in the Learning Commons at Watchung Hills Regional High School and live-streamed via YouTube starting at 7:30 pm. The agenda is AGENDA - ...
ROSELLE, NJ - The Roselle Public School District welcomed a new cohort of educators to kick off the 2024-25 school year. "Our new teachers bring a diverse range of experiences and skills to our district. We are confident that they will make a significant contribution to the success of our ...
RAHWAY, NJ — With a new school year right around the corner, Roosevelt Elementary School is gearing up for another jam-packed year of educational experiences, memories, and fun. Bulletin boards are decorated in fresh, vibrant colors, classrooms are meticulously set and ready to go, and our ...
SOMERSET, NJ - As the back-to-school season approaches, the Franklin Township Police Department urges parents to prioritize their children's safety when using First Day of School signs for social media photos. Sharing these special moments on social media is a cherished tradition for many ...
SOMERS, N.Y. - A pair of Somers students were recently recognized for their outstanding academic achievements! Dean’s List Villanova University Jack Miskiewicz President’s List Plymouth State University Mason Phillips
BAYONNE, NJ - Students from WTCARES came to the Joyce-Herbert V.F.W. Post 226 Museum in Bayonne for a history lesson about the role Bayonne residents played in various conflicts recently The museum is located within the nearly 100-year-old post at 16-18 West Ninth St. where thousands of ...