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Bing: Social media threat against Columbia High School found to be ‘misunderstanding’
MAPLEWOOD, NJ __ The South Orange & Maplewood School District has determined that the social media posts circulating online that threatened Columbia High School was a “misunderstanding” involving a student. Supt. Jason Bing updated the community on Sunday night about what he originally called in an earlier note a “concerning situation” that surfaced over the weekend. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERBut authorities, including local law enforcement, school staff and medical professionals identified and evaluated the student responsible for the post, he said.“Authorities have confirmed that the student does not threaten the school community....
HS Football: Tie Sends Wood-Ridge to 5th in Week 4 Rankings
ROBBINSVILLE, NJ - Cedar Grove remains on top of the North Group 1 football ranking in the Week 4 ranking released by gridironnj.com. on Sunday. The Panthers defeated Newark Collegiate, a Group 2 school, 52-14 over the weekend to remain in the top spot with a 5-0 record. Butler, who defeated Hasbrouck Heights 34-6 last Friday night, moved up three spots to second in the rankings. The Aviators dropped from 10th to 11th with the loss.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERWood-Ridge, which was ranked second in the rankings last week, dropped to fifth...
Passaic Valley High School Welcomes New Principal: Alumna Krista Voorhis Promoted to Leadership Role
LITTLE FALLS, NJ - Passaic Valley High School (PV) has a new leader at the helm, as Krista Voorhis, a proud alumna of the school, steps into the role of Principal for the 2024-2025 academic year. The promotion was officially announced following the High School's Board of Education's approval of Superintendent Bracken Healy's recommendation.Voorhis, who is celebrating her 20th year in education, brings a wealth of experience to the position, having previously served in leadership roles as Vice Principal at Passaic Valley (2021-2024) and Palisades Park Jr./Sr. High School (2018-2021). Additionally, she spent 13 years as...
The Wayne Valley Athlete of the Month for September 2024
Brought to you by:WAYNE, NJ – Aidan Kindler is a big boy. As a senior captain of the Wayne Valley High School football team, he stands tall at 6’3”, weighing in at 210 pounds of all muscle. But it’s not just his size that makes him a force to be reckoned with on the football field, or which earned him the title of Athlete of the Month for WV.It’s his drive, competitive spirit, and work ethic– on the field and in the classroom - along with his leadership and stellar play that has earned him this...
Sparta Education Association: Good News for September
SPARTA, NJ – At the board of education meeting, Sparta Education Association President Angela DeLuccia shared good news about the staff and school district.Good Evening, My name is Angela DeLuccia and I am the very proud president of the Sparta Education Association and Sussex County Education Association. We have almost completed our first month of school. And this marathon is on pace for a record-breaking year. There are many exciting events in the works and we look forward to sharing those with you next month- including the unveiling of an amazing reading resource for the entire community and an innovative partnership that...
Mistakes, Injuries Contribute to Montclair’s Loss to Ramapo
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Niche Ranks Millburn High School 1st in Essex County & 13th in NJ
MILLBURN, NJ – Niche just released its Best High School rankings, and Millburn High School (MHS) was the top public school in Essex County. Niche rates high schools in academics, teachers, clubs and activities, diversity, college prep and administration.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERMillburn received an overall grade of A+. Here are the individual grades: A+ Academics A+ Teachers A- Clubs & Activities A- Sports B- Resources & Facilities B Diversity A+ College Prep A Administration A Food Niche also revealed that Millburn is ranked...
Dominant Rushing Performance Powers Verona Football To Victory Over Newark Central
VERONA, NJ - Verona Varsity Football defeated Newark Central 31-20, due in large part to a dominant rushing performance. The win moves the Hillbillies to 4-1 on the season. Running back Bodie Maisano led the charge, rushing 24 times for 148 yards. Wide receiver Jayden Nigro added 11 rushes for 59 yards and a touchdown. As a team, Verona ran the ball 43 times for 272 yards and two touchdowns. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERQuarterback Connor DeMasi added two passing touchdowns, completing three of his six passing attempts. DeMasi rushed four times for 20 yards and an additional touchdown on the ground. Next up for Verona is a matchup on the road at Hoboken on Friday. Game time is at 6:30 p.m. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Niche releases 2025 School Rankings
Berkeley Heights Public Schools declines, moves behind neighboring districts in rankings. -Written by a non-politically connected Educator in the Community. Niche has released its “2025 Best School Districts in New Jersey” rankings. A total of 388 school districts were ranked. The full list for New Jersey can be found here.
New AI Curriculum to be Introduced in Paterson Public Schools
PATERSON, NJ - The Paterson School District Board of Education has approved new curricula for Computer Science courses, including a newly introduced course called Introduction to Artificial Intelligence. This updated curriculum is designed to assist teachers in aligning their lessons with the latest New Jersey Student Learning Standards (NJSLS), enhancing the quality and effectiveness of education for students.The new course is being implemented at Paterson STEAM High School as part of their Computer Science Pathway, in accordance with the requirements of a grant award. The curriculum has been structured to meet the NJSLS for Computer Science...
Community Members Say Stakeholders Need More Input in Millburn’s New Grading & Assessment Policy
MILLBURN, NJ – At recent Board of Education (BOE) meetings, the spotlight has been on Millburn High School’s Grading & Assessment update. Faculty and staff have delivered a number of presentations defending the motivations behind and goals of the policy, but the area of concern for most stakeholders has been the promise for reassessment opportunities. Last Monday, these concerns shifted to larger questions of whether certain stakeholders –- including teachers, parents and students – have had enough of a say as this policy is being implemented in Millburn High School.Millburn Education Association (MEA) President Lois Infanger suggested at Monday’s meeting that...
Sparta High School Girls Get a Victory Over Vernon
SPARTA, NJ – The Sparta girls tennis team took a 3-2 victory over Vernon on Friday.Match results:CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Second Singles – Julia Miller won 6-2, 6-4 Third Singles – Emily Dondero won 6-0, 6-0, First Doubles – Emilie Fagen and Maureen Gaines won 6-2, 6-2 The second doubles team of Molly Tomko and Sunny Young had a good showing battling to a super tiebreaker where they lost. In their match they went 2-6, 6-3, 7-10. The girls move their record to 3-8. They travel to Montville on Monday. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
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