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Newark Public Schools extends school hours for the upcoming year
All students will arrive and leave school at the same time under the new schedule. The hours also guarantee all teachers a 45-minute lunch break. Newark Public Schools students will have longer days this year under a new universal schedule that guarantees a lunch break and transition time for teachers.
NJ school district to adopt universal school hours for all grades
NEWARK — The start of a school year is all about change — a change of pace, a new grade level, a shift in routine and more. But come Sept. 3, Newark Public Schools are implementing another new normal: universal school hours. The school day will now be...
BHS student accepted into NSHSS; Harrison resident wins sweepstakes prize | Journal Entries
Youstina Hana of Bayonne was recently accepted into the National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS). Youstina, 16, attends Bayonne High School and will be starting her junior year this fall. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive...
Harrison public schools launch High-Impact Tutoring program for mathematics
Thanks to the recent $128,280 High-Impact Tutoring grant awarded by the State of New Jersey, Harrison Public Schools School have successfully implemented a new virtual tutoring program. The grant allows the district to offer enhanced academic support in mathematics for upcoming third- and fourth-graders participating in the Summer Academic Achievement...
Newark expands AI in schools, continues tutoring, construction plans, Superintendent Roger León says
Sign up for Chalkbeat Newark’s free newsletter to keep up with the city’s public school system.When Newark Public Schools opens its doors to roughly 40,000 students next month, the district will expand the use of an AI program in schools and implement solutions to ongoing facilities needs, Superintendent Roger León said in a wide-ranging interview this week. In a conversation with WBGO 88.3 FM host Michael Hill and Chalkbeat Newark this week, León provided insight into the district’s 10-year strategy, known as “The Next Decade: 2020-30,” which aims to tackle learning loss, implement new curriculum, scale up tutoring efforts, address...
East Ward Trades High School Opening Date Pushed Back Again as Legal Fees Mount
Leer en español NEWARK — The public school district has paid attorneys up to $650 an hour to renegotiate a lease deal with the developer of a school for the trades in the Ironbound, the opening for which has again been delayed, records show.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER While the developer, Summit Assets, in May said the former St. James Hospital would be converted into a school by September, two weeks before the start of the academic year, the building remains unfinished. And the status of the $160 million, 20-year lease Newark Public...
With culture “fully implanted,” Elizabeth looking for breakthrough season in 3rd under Fiore
Montclair already had a championship pedigree before John Fiore arrived, but he certainly put his stamp on the program. Elizabeth also has been a championship program, but the task for Fiore when he arrived was probably a bit deeper than it was further up north. The Minutemen had gone 7-19 in the three seasons before his arrival in Union County.
Avenel Elementary School’s $25M Expansion is Underway
WOODBRIDGE, NJ — Construction of what will virtually be a new, state-of-the-art Avenel Elementary School officially got underway on Wednesday with youngsters joining municipal officials to break ground at the site. The long-awaited Avenel Street School No. 4 & 5 redevelopment project is expected to cost $24.8 million and is funded with money remaining from a voter-approved 2020 school bond referendum.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Work at the school site – on Avenel Street near South Inman Avenue – is expected to take up to two years to complete. The two schools currently...
Staples offers back-to-school supplies starting at 35 cents
NEW YORK (PIX11) — With summer vacation wrapping up in a few weeks, families are beginning to shift their focus on getting their children prepared for the first day of school. Shopping for school supplies may be expensive, but Staples is offering significant back-to-school sales to help alleviate the financial strain for families. Deals on […]
LISTEN HERE for the next edition of 'Newark Today' on August 15
On the next Newark Today (August 15 at 8pm), we'll be getting you ready for the new school year. Newark Superintendent Roger Leon joins host Michael Hill. Leon will also take questions from Chalkbeat reporter Jessie Gomez. We'll talk about federal COVID relief money drying up -- what impact will...
Target offering back-to-school teacher discounts
NEW YORK, N.Y. (PIX11) — For a limited time, Target is offering discounts for teachers looking to get their back-to-school shopping done. From now through Aug. 24 teachers can sign up for Target Circle 360 to get a discount of 20% off one purchase. To take advantage of the offer, teachers must upload a teacher’s […]
New Trend Emerges: Ramaz High School Sends No Graduates to Columbia University
For the first time in its history, New York’s Ramaz High School, established in 1937, is sending zero graduates to Columbia University. This marks a significant shift for the prestigious institution, known for its once-storied academic reputation. The changing trend comes amid growing concerns about Columbia University’s environment, which...
Newark Schools Extend Hours: Longer Days for Students, Improved Lunch Breaks for Teachers
Newark Public Schools have introduced a new schedule with longer school days for students, adding 20-25 minutes each day. While that might mean a slightly longer day, the district hopes it will translate to more time for learning and academic growth. On the other hand, teachers will finally get a...
Three New Faces in the Wayne School’s Administration and Four Promoted to New Positions
WAYNE, NJ – There’s been some turnover in the administration of the Wayne Township Public Schools. Seven new administrators are coming aboard for the upcoming school year with four of these being promoted from within. The list features two new Principals, two new Assistant Principals of Athletics at the high schools, a new Director of Technology, a Supervisor of Educational Technology and a Secondary Assistant Principal of Student Support Services. As yet, there has not been anyone selected to replace retiring Assistant Superintendent Donna Reichman. But these seven faces will bring fresh perspectives to their new positions...
East Brunswick Students Named to Montclair State University Spring Dean's List
MONTCLAIR, NJ -- Montclair State University congratulates Red Hawks from East Brunswick who have been named to the Spring 2024 Dean's List. The Dean's List, issued after the close of the Fall and Spring semesters by the academic deans, gives recognition to students with a 3.50 or higher semester GPA if a minimum of 12 credits is earned in courses that contribute to the GPA and if there are no incomplete grades for that semester.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The following East Brunswick students were named to the Dean's List: Alyssa Varga Adam Flax Steven Lydell DOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE. Helena Ibrahim Lorenzo Maldonado Yanery Jaquez Carolyn Ely Jamie Cavallo Nartekuor Nartey Makenna Rembisz Kam Roberts Shannon Rodriguez Seoyoung Son Christine Yu For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Paterson district reverses course on unpopular transfers of school principals
PATERSON — Facing opposition from parents and teachers, city education officials have revised their plans to transfer school principals for the approaching school year. Some of the most unpopular moves — including removing Ramona Garcia from School 15, Bridget Naveira from Roberto Clemente School, and Lolita Vaughan from School 10 — have been...
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