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More Honors Roll Out for East Brunswick High School Grads
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - Well, it looks like you just can't keep a good Bear down! East Brunswick High School graduates continue their academic achievement at colleges and universities around the nation. Here are some of our local academic heroes:CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Emma Perone graduated from Felician University in Lodi, NJ with a Bachelor of Science in Education with a minor in Biology. Emma had a 4.0 average in the Spring 2024 semester and was named to the Dean's List. Rose Byrne of East Brunswick graduated from Emmanuel College, Boston, where she received...
High School Student from Edison Granted Scholarship for Organ Donation Advocacy
EDISON, NJ - A high school student from Edison Township is one of seven in the state to receive a scholarship for Advocacy and Support of Organ and Tissue Donation and Transplantation from the NJ Sharing Network. Anika Bhatnagar is a 2024 Middlesex Academy for Allied Health and Biomedical Sciences graduate and the recipient of a scholarship from Missy’s Miracle Scholarship Fund. According to a press release, Anika began volunteering with the NJ Sharing Network in 2021 and was inspired by her father’s battle with IgA nephropathy and a lifesaving kidney transplant in 2019. She organized educational...
Backs to the wall: Freehold Township Little League baseball has no quit in tournament
MIDDLETOWN — The Freehold Township Little League U12 players have no quit in them and they’ve shown that throughout the District 19 tournament. The special fight this team has has garnered belief within the team. “We’re going to win the Little League World Series. I have a lot...
New Brunswick Middle Schoolers Challenged to Consider Robeson's Legacy
NEW BRUNSWICK – How has Paul Robeson inspired you? That was the question about the Rutgers-educated actor, activist, athlete and author posed to students at the Paul Robeson Community School for the Arts.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Twenty-five students in grades 6-8 submitted essays, and the top 10 winners were awarded cash prizes provided by the Rutgers African-American Alumni Alliance. The June 18 awards ceremony hosted by Kendall Hall of the nonprofit organization, Ubuntu Cultural Pavilion, marked a year-long educational journey that culminated with the essay contest. Jim Savage (President, Rutgers Class of '71) originally...
Rutgers University–Newark Provost and Piscataway Resident Begins Role As Interim Chancellor
NEWARK, NJ - Rutgers University–Newark Provost Jeffrey Robinson, an internationally known author and co-founder of The Center for Urban Entrepreneurship and Economic Development, is now Rutgers-Newark Interim Chancellor. Robinson stepped into the role July 1 after former Chancellor Nancy Cantor left the post to become president of Hunter College. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER “Rutgers-Newark is a gem in the crown of Rutgers University because we have figured out how to have a vibrant university that is a hallmark of access and opportunity for all and produce award-winning scholarship that transforms fields of study and engages...
Shore high school sports top prospects for 2024-25: 155 wrestlers
The 2025 boys scholastic wrestling season will be here before you know it. And that means both some familiar names and new names will be streaming through Shore Conference social media feeds when action starts with the December holiday tournaments and first dual meets. Here's our starting list of wrestlers...
Coughlin: NJ Budget a ‘Win’ for Families, Seniors, Schools
WOODBRIDGE, NJ — The state’s new record-setting $56.6 billion budget for FY2025 earned praise from N.J. Assembly Speaker Craig J. Coughlin for its historic property tax relief and greater aid for schools and healthcare. Gov. Phil Murphy approved the state’s new $56.6 billion budget on Friday, June 28, two days ahead of a constitutional balanced-budget deadline that would have triggered a state shutdown.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER About half of the FY2025 state budget, roughly $27 billion, “will provide property-tax relief,” directly or indirectly, Murphy said in a prepared statement. Coughlin (D–19th Dist.), who...
CURE Insurance Arena celebrates 2024 graduations for thousands!
CURE Insurance Arena proudly concludes a remarkable season of celebrating academic achievements with the hosting of graduations for the Class of 2024. Over the course of just over a month, CURE Insurance Arena welcomed 42,010 family members, friends, and loved ones to celebrate the achievements of over 7,193 graduates from 2 colleges and 14 high schools. The ceremonies included students from Mercer, Middlesex, Bucks,
Young, Kass and Estevez Represent Bayonne in Quad-County Baseball All-Star Games
NORTH BRUNSWICK, NJ -- Three rising seniors on the Bayonne High School baseball team represented the Bees at the Quad-County Underclassmen All-Star Games last Friday at Community Park in North Brunswick. Elijah Young, Steven Kass and Jadie Estevez all appeared as part of the Hudson County roster in its game against Middlesex County that ended in a 5-5 tie.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Young posted a 2.74 earned-run average with 35 strikeouts in 23 innings pitched in 2024 for Bayonne. Kass, a catcher, batted .292 with five extra-base hits and 10 RBI. Estevez played third base and finished with eight stolen bases and 10 RBI. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Sidwar stays close to home, commits to Rutgers
One of the Philadelphia Catholic League’s best, La Salle College High School’s 6 ‘3 quarterback Gavin Sidwar has pledged his commitment to Rutgers University. The three star QB held 10 notable division one offers, with Virginia Tech and Maryland also being seen as favorites for rising junior.
After Producing an Encouraging 2-Win Week, Post 218 Baseball Primed for Stretch Drive
NO QUIT: Princeton Post 218 American Legion baseball player Nano Sarceno launches the ball in recent action. Last Thursday, Princeton High rising senior Sarceno went 1 for 3 with one run to help Post 218 defeat Trenton Post 93/182 8-5. Princeton, now 2-13, plays at South Brunswick Post 401 on July 5, hosts Hamilton Post 31 on July 7, and then plays at Bordentown Post 26 on July 8. (Photo by Frank Wojciechowski)
High School Students Awarded Scholarships by NJ Sharing Network
The Sharing Network Foundation recently awarded seven New Jersey high school students with scholarships for their dedication and urge to raise awareness for organ and tissue donation and transplantation. The members of the class of 2024 were given their scholarship awards at NJ Sharing Network’s headquarters in New Providence.
Fresh Start Second Chances Hosts Annual Scholarship Workshop Ceremony in Rahway
RAHWAY, NJ — On Monday, June 17, Fresh Start Second Chances, Inc. hosted its Annual Scholarship Workshop Ceremony at Sweet Bliss Event Space in Rahway. The event celebrated Rahway High School (RHS) seniors who participated in a five-month workshop dedicated to researching, drafting, revising, and submitting scholarship applications. Sponsored by Reworld and Dropped Along the Way, the ceremony exceeded its goal of $10,000, awarding over $15,000 in scholarships. Students received scholarships from various organizations, including the Rahway Chamber of Commerce, Pomptonian Food Service, Union County Club, It’s Kairos Time, RHSAAA, Inc., and regional sororities. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR...
Big Wins for Piscataway Boys Basketball at Summer Tournaments
PISCATAWAY, NJ – Although the school year and high school sports seasons have ended for 2023-2024, Piscataway’s boys basketball continues to compete, even during the summer. The Chiefs traveled to Essex County on Saturday where they beat Orange, 55-36 in the East Orange Summer League championship.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Donald Nwaigwe, a rising junior at PHS, was named the finals MVP. The win comes off a tough 44-41 loss to Hunterdon Central in their first game of the New Jersey Basketball Coaches Association’s (NJBCA) Boys Jersey Live 2024 tournament at Montgomery High School in Skillman on June 22. Vaughn Turner, a rising senior, led Piscataway in scoring with 13 points. The Chiefs went on to defeat Trenton Central High School, 76-43 in their second game of the morning. Turner took home top-performer honors again, this time with 25 points.DOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE. The annual NJBCA tournament is an invitation-only high school basketball showcase featuring the premiere teams and players in the state. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
A New Era in Education: Blanquita B. Valenti Community School
In early 2020, a search for the perfect place to build the new Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey/Jack & Sheryl Morris Cancer Center led the New Brunswick Development Corporation (DEVCO) to 165 Somerset St., home of the overcrowded Lincoln Annex School. In exchange for the property, DEVCO negotiated with the project’s major partner, RWJBarnabasHealth, to commit $55 million to build a new school at nearby 50 Jersey Avenue on land donated by the chair of the RWJ University Hospital board and developer Jack Morris.
DBHS 2024 valedictorian and salutatorian
Academic achievements, a deep commitment to community service and leadership skills are a few qualities David Brearley High School students Nand Shah and Dennis Shestak share. These qualities, along with an admirable work ethic, have earned the two seniors the honor of being the school’s Class of 2024 valedictorian and salutatorian.
From prison to Princeton: Former inmate earns Ivy League coding internship
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) - A former inmate at a Tennessee women’s prison has turned her life around and is now interning at Princeton University, thanks to a coding class she took while behind bars. Mary McCrary spent a year and a half behind bars at the Debra K. Johnson...
Kenilworth Public Schools 2024 Spring Sports Roundup
KENILWORTH, NJ - If you missed the Spring Sports Roundup please see the highlights below announced by Kenilworth Public Schools. Brearley girls led the way this spring with championships in track and softball.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The baseball team made the finals for the third time since 2019, and the golf team had its best finish in the Union County Conference Tournament in many years. Seniors secured their legacies with great performances, and junior varsity players continued to develop their skills. We’re proud of all our athletes for their hard work and good sportsmanship! Girls...
Leo Whalen Reflects on 20-Plus Year Career as South Plainfield Administrator
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ – The South Plainfield School District will soon bid farewell to a familiar face. Leo Whalen, who has served as an administrator in the district for more than two decades and is currently principal of South Plainfield Middle School, will officially retire at the end of the month.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER “I have 36 years in education - first teaching and the last 21 as an administrator - and have truly enjoyed it but now is the time,” Whalen told TAPinto South Plainfield, getting a bit emotional when reflecting on his...
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