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Beloved N.J. high school principal dies suddenly a week after graduation
The principal of Bergenfield High School in Bergen County died on Thursday, a week after graduation and after serving 30 years with the district, officials said Friday. James Fasano, 59, led the high school through “a remarkable transformation” that included a spot in U.S. News & World Report’s Best High School rankings for eight consecutive years, according to Superintendent Christopher Tully.
High school principal accused of assaulting student reappointed by N.J. district
The South Orange-Maplewood School District voted Thursday night to reappoint a high school principal who is facing a charge accusing him of assaulting a student last year. Frank Sanchez, principal of Columbia High School in Maplewood, had been on administrative leave for six months following the accusation. The charge stems from an incident with a female student in a school hallway last year, according to authorities.
Judge dismisses four-year lawsuit to void sale of Maple Avenue building, Newark schools can appeal
Sign up for Chalkbeat Newark’s free newsletter to keep up with the city’s public school system.The Newark school board’s battle to reclaim a former building that reopened as a KIPP charter school was dismissed by a state judge earlier this month, a judgment the district could appeal.The fight to reclaim the former Maple Avenue school building first started in 2020 with a lawsuit against the city’s housing authority and KIPP schools, two years after Roger León became the first superintendent to lead the Newark school district under local control. According to the suit, the district wanted a state judge to...
East Orange HS Basketball Hall of Fame induction was a ‘family affair’
EAST ORANGE, NJ — The third annual East Orange High School Basketball Hall of Fame Induction Gala took place on Thursday night, June 13, at the Galloping Hill Caterers, located at 1085 Galloping Hill Road, in Union. This year, 11 new members were inducted into the hall of fame....
Celebrating the John F. Kennedy and International High School Class of 2024
PATERSON, NJ - Thursday marked a momentous occasion as Paterson Public Schools gathered at Hinchliffe Stadium to celebrate the graduation of John F. Kennedy High School and International High School's Class of 2024. Superintendent of Schools Dr. Laurie Newell, alongside city dignitaries and board members, commended the graduates for their dedication and achievements over the past four years. "This ceremony is a testament to your hard work and commitment to education," Newell said. "On behalf of everyone here today, congratulations. We are so proud of you." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The event was filled...
Nutley Board of Education Announces Funds For Budget Shortfall Received; New Business Administrator Hired
NUTLEY, NJ - The Nutley Board of Education reported on June 17, 2024, that funds to cover the district’s $7 million shortfall have been received from the New Jersey Department of Education. Superintendent Kent Bania said the NJDOE is loaning the district the funds to cover this year’s budget shortfall by providing a zero-interest loan to be paid back over the next 10 years. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER On June 11, 2024, Bania, along with several members of the Nutley BOE, as well as Jeanette Maskus, previewed the June board agenda resolutions, including special education provider contracts,...
Irvington High School Class of 2024 graduates
This slideshow requires JavaScript. The Class of 2024 made the walk onto Mathews Field at the Irvington Athletic Complex for graduation ceremonies on June 19. The traditional playing of “Pomp and Circumstance” followed a musical prelude led by music teacher Matthew Peterson Jr. The Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps Color Guard presented the flag before “The Star Spangled Banner” and “Lift Every Voice and Sing” were sung by Chrisla Charles, a graduating senior.
Kean University Launches New Three-Year Nursing Program, Fastracking Career Path for Diverse Candidates
— Kean University is accepting applications for its newest undergraduate nursing degree program, which allows students to earn their bachelor’s degree and qualify for an RN in three years of study. Classes begin this Fall. The new Pre-Licensure Bachelor of Science Nursing program, offered in-person on Kean’s main campus...
BOE Rescinds Contract Of Newly-Hired Ramapo-Indian Hills Super Days Before Start Date
In its Thursday, June 27 meeting, the district's Board of Education voted 5-0-3 to rescind the contract of Dr. Ronnie Tarchichi, which would have gone into effect on July 1. On May 28, the Board voted 9-0 in favor of approving Tarchichi's contract. RIH BOE President Kim Ansh was not...
Montclair District to Pilot Program to Lock Up Student Phones at School
Montclair Public Schools announced that starting next school year, the district is partnering with Yondr on a pilot initiative to address student cell phone use. Yondr created the “Yondr Pouch,” a magnetic pouch that keeps phones locked. In order for students to unlock the phone, they will have to go to the “unlocking base.”
It’s graduation season!
This slideshow requires JavaScript. If there was ever a principal proud of a graduating class, it was Vincent Stallings. Stallings has been the principal of East Orange STEM Academy for the past six years—and he couldn’t contain his excitement for Class of 2024. During his powerful speech, he...
Paterson Class of 2024 Grads Told to 'Accept Life's Challenges, Learn from Mistakes, and Enjoy the Journey'
PATERSON, NJ - The Paterson Public Schools community gathered at the historic Hinchliffe Stadium on Thursday to celebrate the graduation of the Class of 2024 from Eastside High School, Rosa L. Parks School of Fine & Performing Arts, Paterson P-TECH High School, Paterson STEAM High School, and the STARS Academy/STARS T.I.E.S. Program. "Today's ceremony is about celebrating your significant achievement - which is graduating from high school and, after several long years of hard work and commitment to your education, earning your diploma," Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Laurie Newell said. 'Let me take this opportunity to say, on behalf...
Livingston School Board Honors 2024 Retirees from Livingston Public Schools
LIVINGSTON, NJ — During the Livingston Board of Education’s (LBOE) annual retirement ceremony earlier this month, Sue Burman, Director of Human Resources at Livingston Public Schools (LPS), recognized all of the employees that retired from the district over the past school year. The nine out of 17 retirees who were present for the ceremony were individually introduced and received a commemorative engraved clock in honor of their years of service to the district. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Retirees present at the meeting were: Paul Ehrenfeld Keith Chaudruc Amedeo Ciminnisi Nancy Ciminnisi Randy Dulny Ellen Goldstein Maria Lekhrajmal Laurence Seltzer Leslie Paris This school...
North Jersey Sports Awards 2024: Best moments from the show and list of recipients
ENGLEWOOD −The 2024 North Jersey High School Sports Awards, presented by Englewood Health, honored more than 300 of the top area high school athletes from over 30 sports Friday night at Bergen PAC. The show was produced with the support of Bogota Savings Bank, Boundless Adventures, Westchester Soccer Club - USL League One, USA TODAY Sports and Golfweek. The show was free for all attendees thanks to a sponsorship provided by Englewood Health. ...
Montclair Softball Still Stinging from State Playoff Defeat
Montclair High School’s softball team was on the brink of winning a state playoff game. Then victory slipped through their fingers. With just four outs remaining, Morristown managed to score three runs in the top of the sixth inning. That shattered the Mounties’ dream of securing a spot in the state sectional title.
Paramus High School’s Sixty-Fifth Commencement: Perfectly Traditional
PARAMUS, NJ – Commencement never disappoints, just ask all the proud parents and family members that attended, wondering where all those years went...and went so quickly for the 273 graduates. Paramus High School’s 65th Commencement, June 20, 2024, was held on the high school football field, where there was no sparing of tradition: "Pomp and Circumstance”, speeches, and the handing out of diplomas.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Valedictorian, Ian Park, and Principal, Mr. Raymond J. Kiem. Valedictorian Ian Park urged his fellow graduates to remember that Paramus will always be considered their home. “What...
4th marking period honors announced at Kearny’s Washington School
Jon Zimmerman, principal of Washington School in Kearny, has announced the following students have achieved academic honors for the fourth marking period of the 2023-24 school year:. Principal ‘s Honors: Adriana Loaiza Cuenca. Honors: Jose Dos Santos, Edison Ferrell, Kassandra Lata-Coronel, Maximiliano Martinez, Nickolas Mestanza, Fabian Paz, Steven Sinisterra...
Several Ridgewood Make College of Charleston's President's and Dean's Lists
RIDGEWOOD, NJ — The College of Charleston has announced that several students from Ridgewood have been named to their President's List and their Dean's List. The following were named to the President's List:CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Matt Leluc, majoring in Professional Studies. Lily Johnson, majoring in Elementary Education. Maraposa Cambria, majoring in Integrated Studies. John Meyer, majoring in Elementary Education. While the following were named to the Dean's List: Emily Korenda, majoring in Accounting. Hannah Clay, majoring in Early Childhood Education. Reagan Neilson, majoring in Arts Management. Read more Education news from around Ridgewood here: Ridgewood Resident Earns Masters Degree from Georgia Institute of Technology Ridgewood Native Graduates from James Madison University Ridgewood Board of Education Wraps Up School Year with ELA Curriculum Review For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Chris Farrell Named President of Paramus Catholic High School
PARAMUS, NJ - Paramus Catholic High School has named a new president, Chris Farrell, according to the Archdiocese of Newark. “I am honored to join this prestigious Catholic institution," Farrell said, “and excited to work in partnership alongside Dr. Macaluso, the administration, faculty and staff."CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Farrell will lead the school effective July 1, 2024. Farrell will join longstanding administrator and principal, Dr. Stephanie Macaluso, at the helm of Paramus Catholic High School, one of the largest regional Catholic high schools in New Jersey. Farrell brings a lifelong focus on building relationships...
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