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Sussex County Community College has record number of new students attend orientation
NEWTON, NJ (Sussex County) – Sussex County Community College on Wednesday welcomed a record number of new students at its annual New Student Orientation. President Connolly greeted more than 350 students from every school district in the county, nearby counties, and other states participating in the event. They enjoyed a complimentary lunch, played games, toured the campus, and had the chance to meet their future classmates.
Ground game leads Kinnelon past Lenape Valley - Football recap
Wyatt Sisco rushed for 114 yards on 11 carries to lead Kinnelon to a 32-13 victory over Lenape Valley on Friday. Sisco, who led a ground game that rushed for over 255 yards throughout the game, also scored a touchdown on a 44-yard run. Quarterback Zach Grande, who went 10-for-15 passing with 135 yards and 2 TDs, also rushed for 50 yards. Matthew Siciliano (42 yards) and Soren Porada (39 yards) also contributed to the prolific rushing attack.
Roxbury Football Comes From Behind, Wins Season's First
ROXBURY, NJ - The Roxbury High School football team won its season opener Friday night with a dramatic 18-13 victory over Parsippany Hills. Playing at home on Jr. Gaels night, Roxbury outlasted the Vikings in a see-saw contest that saw Par Hills take a 7-0 lead in the first quarter following an interception.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER But the Gaels bounced back in the next quarter when, with about 4:45 on the clock, senior Trevor Klapmuts ran into the end zone for a touchdown. About two minutes later, after the Gaels got the...
Rahway Football Defeats Voorhees in Home Opener
RAHWAY, NJ — Now, don't tell the teachers and students, but summer may officially be over, as the Rahway varsity football team commenced its season on Thursday with a big win over Voorhees. The Indians took on the Vikings at home, on the turf in Rahway River Park, securing a solid 41-14 victory in front of a considerable, enthusiastic crowd. In the first quarter, junior Synceir Touissant caught an 11-yard touchdown pass from Rahway's quarterback, sophomore Jaquan Robinson. Only minutes later, junior Andrew Avent followed this up with a one-yard touchdown run.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE...
350 new students at SCCC orientation
Sussex County Community College (SCCC) welcomed a record number of new students at its annual New Student Orientation on Wednesday, Aug. 28. SCCC’s president, Jon Connolly, greeted more than 350 students from every school district in the county as well as nearby counties and other states. They had a complimentary lunch, played games, toured the campus and had the chance to meet their future classmates.
KFC Foundation Grants Centenary University Adaptive Riding Program a $10,000 Kentucky Fried Wish
TRAC (Therapeutic Riding At Centenary) provides equine-assisted services to individuals with special needs and develops leaders for the equine-assisted services industry. Hackettstown, N.J., July 22, 2024—The KFC Foundation is giving back to Hackettstown, NJ-based Centenary University TRAC (Therapeutic Riding At Centenary), an adaptive riding program for adults and children with disabilities at Centenary University. The KFC Foundation granted TRAC $10,000 to make a project on their wish list come true. Kentucky Fried Wishes, one of the KFC Foundation’s community giving programs, invites non-profit organizations to apply for a grant to fund a project on their wish list. This year, the KFC Foundation will fund $1 million in Kentucky Fried Wishes to 100 non-profits nationwide, with 25 grants awarded quarterly based on different project categories.
Wharton Performing Arts School Announces New Courses for the 2024-25 Season
The Wharton Performing Arts School (PAS) is pleased to announce it will offer an array of new classes this season for students of all ages and all abilities. In addition to musical theater, drama, and group instrumental classes, as well as private lessons for instruments and voice, PAS welcomes the community to explore the following new additions to its curriculum:
Football roundup: Sparta, Pope John lose openers
Sparta High School lost its season opener to Montville, 33-9, on Aug. 29 at home. That was Montville’s first win against Sparta since 1975. Lucas Brown made the Spartans’ only touchdown in the third quarter on a pass from quarterback Shane Hoover. That was followed by a 26-yard...
Hamilton’s rushing powers Teaneck to home-opener win over Morris Catholic - Football recap
Brenden Hamilton rumbled in a pair of rushing touchdowns to help Teaneck roll to a 20-3 win over Morris Catholic, in Teaneck. The Crusaders (0-1) got on the board first thanks to an early field goal by Deacon Moody but Issac Combs gave Teaneck the lead before the end of the opening quarter by punching in a four-yard touchdown.
Elms leads Morristown to victory over Paterson Eastside - Football recap
Weston Elms threw a trio of touchdown passes to lead Morristown to a 36-7 win over Paterson Eastside, in Morristown. Elms’ longest scoring strike was an 80-yarder to Jasiah Brown in the third quarter. Elms gave the Colonials (1-0) its first points of the season off an eight-yard touchdown pass to Jahziel Torres.
Centenary University Introduces the Veteran Ventures Program (VVP), a Free Entrepreneurship Training Program for Veterans and Their Families
Through the Centenary University Veterans Institute, the VVP provides comprehensive virtual training and coaching for veterans planning to launch a new business. Hackettstown, N.J., July 19, 2024—Centenary University has launched a free virtual program offering comprehensive training and coaching for veterans planning to start their own business. Through the Veteran Ventures Program (VVP), seasoned entrepreneurs and industry leaders guide participants through the process of conducting a feasibility study for their idea, developing a business plan, and presenting their plan to potential investors and the public.
Unity Charter School Accepted into Society for Science Literacy Program
MORRISTOWN, NJ – Unity Charter School has been accepted into the Society for Science Literacy Program for the 2024/2025 school year, marking a significant milestone for the school and its community. Science literacy is increasingly important in today’s world. It involves more than just understanding scientific facts; it’s about recognizing how science influences daily life and developing the critical thinking skills needed to navigate an information-rich society. Whether students are interpreting news about environmental issues or understanding the science behind health recommendations, being scientifically literate equips them to make informed decisions and become thoughtful, responsible citizens.CLICK HERE TO SIGN...
Morristown-Beard takes down Ferris - Football recap
Quarterback Ryan Novak rushed for 28 yards, including a one-yard touchdown at the goal line to help give Morristown-Beard a 6-0 victory over Ferris in Morristown. Oscar Speranza rushed for 30 yards, and Marco Valastro rushed for 27 yards as Morristown-Beard (1-0) put an emphasis on the ground game, totalling 20 attempts.
Verona powers through Jefferson in Mountaineer Classic - Football recap
Jayden Nigro and Bodie Maisano powered Verona’s offense to lead the team to a 39-6 win over Jefferson in the Mountaineer Classic, hosted by West Orange. The Hillbillies (1-0) scored five unanswered touchdowns in the opening half. Nigro kicked off the scoring with a 15-yard scoring tush in the...
MORRIS EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION PRESENTS SCHOLARSHIPS TO 27 MORRISTOWN HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
Morristown, NJ (July 22, 2024) – With the 2023-2024 school year completed, the Morris Educational Foundation (MEF) is proud to announce it has awarded over $290,000 in scholarships to 27 outstanding Morristown High School seniors to support their academic pursuits. The MEF, a non-profit organization enhancing excellence in education in the Morris School District for over 31 years, honored the deserving students during the high school’s scholarship award night on June 11.
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