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These are the most cost-efficient school districts in NJ — and they’re still hurting
TOMS RIVER — The state is forcing a school district that already has one of the tightest belts in New Jersey to suffer through massive budget cuts. When it comes to spending per pupil, Toms River is the second most efficient district of its size and the fourth most efficient district in New Jersey out of around 600.
Two Former Teachers Promoted To Administration
MANCHESTER – This summer the Manchester Township School District welcomed a new Director of Curriculum, Tracey Raimondo and Director of Special Services Jill A. Moore to the administrative team. Raimondo was raised in the Garden State and spent her entire career in the Manchester Township School District, first leading...
2024 Mommy + Me Class Guide
Toms River Macaroni Kid is so excited to bring you our first Mommy + Me Class Guide for the families in our area. It is our most requested info, what we get messaged about the most!. If you offer a Parent, Grandparent, Caregiver + Me class, we want to know...
Avon school board appoints interim superintendent
AVON-BY-THE-SEA — John Russo will serve as interim superintendent effective Aug. 26, replacing Superintendent Michael-John Herits, whose resignation was accepted by the Avon-By-The-Sea Board of Education (BOE) at its July 16 meeting. The contract with Russo was approved through “on or about March 31, 2025” at a rate of $700 per diem at the BOE’s Aug.
Colts Neck School Board Update: New Board Member Appointed, Mr. Richard J. Wickberg
COLTS NECK, NJ - In a nearly unanimous vote, The Colts Neck Township Board of Education appointed Mr. Richard J. Wickberg to serve through January 2025. Board member Orrico recused. This, in the beginning of the meeting, filled the vacancy due to the death of former Board President John Camera. The board thanked the candidates who also vied for the seat. Board President Jessica Ramirez congratulated all. "As we gather here tonight, I am pleased to begin by congratulating Richard Wickberg on his successful appointment to the Board of Education. Richard, we are eager and excited for your experience and skills that you bring to this table." stated Board President Jessica Ramirez.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Ramirez also thanked the other candidates who vied for the seat. "Your willingness to step up and offer your time, insights and commitment to this board are greatly appreciated. It's through the dedication of individuals like yourselves that our community continues to thrive and grow stronger." You can watch the swearing in below: For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Starkey resigns, leaving vacant BOE seat
BRIELLE — Liam Starkey, the youngest Brielle Board of Education (BOE) member in the district’s history, announced his resignation from the board via email on Wednesday, leaving a vacant seat on the board as Starkey leaves for college. Starkey, who graduated from Brielle Elementary School in 2020 and won his seat as a write-in candidate last November at age 18, was absent from the meeting on Wednesday.
Manasquan Schools Address Curriculum Improvements and AI Challenges for 2024-2025
MANASQUAN, NJ – This week's Board of Education meeting centered on the continuous improvement goals of the Manasquan School District's curriculum. The administration presented results against the goals that were set going into the 2023-2024 school year. International Baccalaureate (IB) Program: Mr. Goodall announced, "One of our goals was to introduce an International Baccalaureate (IB) program. It's a rigorous process involving a lengthy application, site visits, and the implementation of best practices. All teachers and counselors underwent training throughout the year, and we recently received confirmation that we are eligible to implement the diploma program." However, as we...
ReadBright Helps Students Learn to Love Reading
Because of their inherent language constraints, many of the decodables being published today lack what children would consider an engaging and coherent storyline. But this is an area where New Jersey-based publisher ReadBright excels. Decodables, or simple books that build students’ phonic knowledge in a sequential and systematic way, are...
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