Education

PISCATAWAY, NJ — As students and staff start to look to the end of the 2020-2021 school year, Piscataway Superintendent Dr. Frank Ranelli reminded families of some important dates to remember. 

He listed them in his May 5 letter:

May 13 – Eid-al-Fitr. All schools are closed for students and staff.
May 17 – Five day in-person learning begins for all ...

BRIDGEWATER, NJ — Literacy Volunteers of Somerset County (LVSC) recently announced that Kathy England of Piscataway was one of three tutors chosen from New Jersey for Literacy NJ's Volunteer Excellence Award.

“I really appreciate (the recognition), especially since it’s awarding me for something that I truly love doing and feel I’m already very rewarded for in the ...

EAST STROUDSBURG, PA — Olivia Lukshides and Deandre Scott of Piscataway will graduate from the East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania this spring.

Lukshides will receive a Master’s in Exercise Physiology and Scott will receive a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications with a minor in Political Science.

A total of 775 bachelor's degrees, 203 master's degrees ...

PISCATAWAY, NJ — Dr. Alex Gray has been named Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion for Piscataway Township Schools.

“In his new role, Dr. Gray will share his wealth of knowledge and experience in diversity and inclusion across the entire district,” said Superintendent Dr. Frank Ranelli during Thursday’s school board meeting. “He has attended countless ...

MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ - In-person classes have resumed on all five campuses of the Middlesex County Vocational and Technical Schools.

Since April 19, both academic and career-education classes have been held in person, although students still have the option of virtual education.

Since September, career-education classes had been held in person five days a week, while academic classes were ...

PISCATAWAY, NJ — Piscataway Superintendent Dr. Frank Ranelli announced Friday that students who currently attend school in-person as Group 1 or Group 2 hybrid students will soon be able to be there five days a week. 

Under the new plan that starts Monday, May 17th, Ranelli said Mondays and Fridays will remain as early dismissal days for all ...

FRANKLIN, MA — Dean College has announced that Piscataway resident Raen See will be the student speaker for the Class of 2021 at their 155th Commencement Ceremony.

In their announcement, college officials said:

“Raen is a bachelor’s degree recipient with a major in Arts and Entertainment Management. While at Dean College, Raen has actively participated in ...

PISCATAWAY, NJ — Piscataway Township Schools announced Wednesday that the Friday, April 30th vaccination day for staff is cancelled, and students will resume their regular day of hybrid learning.

Superintendent Dr. Frank Ranelli’s alert to Piscataway families said:

“We are in the same situation we were in last week regarding vaccinations for staff. Our provider will ...

PISCATAWAY, NJ — Piscataway Township Schools announced that Friday, April 30th is the rescheduled COVID-19 vaccination date for all interested staff members.

School officials made the announcement to parents on Friday noting that “to ensure the district’s proper operation, this day will be an all remote day for all students in the district. There will not be any in-person ...

Millions of Americans watched yesterday, as a verdict was delivered in the case against former Minneapolis police officer, Derek Chauvin, for the death of George Floyd. This case has caused pain and led to protests and candid discussions across the country, including here in Piscataway. We support our students and families, and acknowledge the impact this case has had on them. We are hopeful that ...