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Demolition On The Way In Preparation For New Elizabeth Elementary School
ELIZABETH, NJ - The New Jersey Schools Development Authority (SDA) joined Elizabeth School District officials on Thursday to highlight ongoing demolition work to make way for a new elementary school in the City. “As the demolition of this former school begins, the SDA is readying the site for construction of a new, modern educational facility that will begin to alleviate the significant issue of overcrowding experienced in the District,” said SDA CEO Manuel Da Silva. “This initial project phase marks the first step on the journey to the opening of a new educational structure that will be...
Marcus Borden’s 2024 GMC/BCC Camp Caravan: Gov. Livingston, North Hunterdon scrimmage
CJSR high school football analyst Marcus Borden talks with Governor Livingston senior RB/OLB Jack Dally before a scrimmage with North Hunterdon on August 22, 2024. (Source: @GLHighlandersFB on Twitter) Central Jersey Sports Radio high school football analyst Marcus Borden continued his 2024 Camp Caravan tour of preseason practice with a...
Last Graduating Class of Netcong H.S. Has Reunion
June 20, 1974 saw the end of an era. It was the day the last class graduated from Netcong High School. (After that, area high school students would graduate from Lenape Valley High.) The Netcong High class of 1974 had 94 members; 15 of those have passed away. In September, many of the remaining members of that graduating class will be gathering together for their 50th high school reunion. Recently, former classmates Amanda E. Rush of Netcong, Joe Benvenuto, of Byram, Earl Weaver of Succasunna, and Cindylu Pierce Fitzpatrick, of East Hanover gave a brief glimpse into the history of the school, reminisced a little about their time at Netcong High and shared some advice for recent high school graduates.
Football preview: Big Central Conference Liberty Silver Division
The 2024 season for the Montgomery, North Hunterdon, Rahway, Somerville and Watchung Hills high school football teams is set for kickoff. Here's a look at team previews for the Big Central Conference Liberty Silver Division. ...
NFHS Network streaming 2024: How to watch high school football games online
The 2024 high school football season is here, and the NFHS Network offers live streaming to some of the best games in the country. The NFHS Network is a nationwide streaming platform for live and on-demand high school sports and events on any device. According to its website, over 9,000 high schools and 45 state associations use NFHS Network to stream high school sports events, as well as high school concerts and graduations.
Rutgers updates their protest policies after pro-Palestinian rallies
Rutgers University has established new policies regarding campus protests. The new rules are an answer to pro-Palestinian protests and demonstrations that occurred in the spring. Going forward, anyone wishing to hold a protest must submit a form three days before the event and obtain a permit. Encampments are prohibited, and each Rutgers campus will have […]
Elizabeth football looks forward to a winning season
ELIZABETH, NJ – The last time the Minutemen hoisted a trophy was 12 years ago. The last time Elizabeth High School–Frank J. Cicarell Academy reached a sectional state championship game was in 2014. The last time the Minutemen finished better than .500 was six years ago. The last...
Chatham High Student Kumar Continues to Give Back by Donating Proceeds of his Book to the Chatham Area Chamber of Commerce
CHATHAM, NJ -- Aryan Kumar learned much about Chatham businesses and how they survived the pandemic when he wrote his paperback book Main Street During Covid: A Chatham Story. Kumar, now entering his senior year at Chatham High, spent a year interviewing local business owners and writing about their struggles in the 67-page historical non-fiction book. On Friday, he gave back again, presenting the Chatham Area Chamber of Commerce with a check that represented the proceeds from his book.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER "This organization, learning about it, especially during the Covid times, is admirable and speaks to the community of Chatham overall, sticking together in a business sense and keeping the economy going, even in tough times," Kumar said. More writing is "definitely' on the horizon for Kumar, who said he is researching other topics about Chatham. "If I can do a little bit with the library, which is currently in the works, that would be great," Kumar said. "I also do have a podcast I've been running 'Unheard of...' since January. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
West Orange High School Freshman Orientation Sets Positive Tone for School Year
WEST ORANGE, NJ - With the start of a new school year around the corner, West Orange High School held an orientation for incoming freshman and transfer students on Aug. 23. Organized by Catherine Connors with the help of the administration, student council, and Mountaineer Mentors, the morning began with the distribution of chromebooks and taking of photo IDs. Students were taken on a tour of the buildings, viewed a slide presentation, filled out "Let's Get to Know One Another" forms, and went on a scavenger hunt. The 400 or so students then filed in to the gym for a Pep Rally led by the Student Council and featuring Monty the Mountaineer and class of 2017 DJ and West Orange Police Officer Justin Davis. The council introduced the high school administrators to an upbeat crowd.
Inaugural Mountaineer Football Classic Brings Top NJ High School Talent to Suriano Stadium in West Orange
WEST ORANGE, NJ -- The countdown is on for the inaugural Mountaineer Football Classic, and if you’re a high school football fan, this is an event you won’t want to miss. Set against the electrifying backdrop of Suriano Stadium at West Orange High School, the Classic promises to deliver a showcase of top-tier talent from across New Jersey. From August 29 to August 31, Suriano Stadium will host a football showdown featuring ten of the state’s most competitive high school teams. The lineup includes Columbia, EastSide, Hillside, Jefferson, Orange, Plainfield, West Side, Snyder, Verona and the host team,...
Board of Education Defies Mayor Barberio’s Audit
PARSIPPANY — What was supposed to be a routine Parsippany-Troy Hills Township Council meeting turned into the opposite. During the public comment session, several Board of Education members, including President Andy Choffo, Vice President Susy Golderer, Sheethal Abraham, Jack Raia, and Timothy Berrios, addressed concerns regarding PILOT programs and Mayor James Barberio’s proposed audit of the Board of Education.
Millburn High School Freshman Launches Baking Business & Donates Portion of Proceeds to Non-Profit Organization
SHORT HILLS, NJ — Mallika Chatterjee, who will soon begin her freshman year at Millburn High School (MHS), is a talented baker and recently opened a business called Made by Mallika. She donates 10% of the proceeds to a Bangladesh computer lab for young women called Meherun Nessa ITC Computer Lab, named after her grandmother who was born there. She launched her business on August 19 and has already received six orders. The mouth-watering photos of her delicious baked goods on her website will send her website viewers right to the order page.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP...
Morris School District Receives Over $250K in Grants from the Morris Educational Foundation
Morristown, NJ – As families and teachers alike prepare for the upcoming school year, the Morris Educational Foundation (MEF), has awarded $255,000 in grants and programs to the Morris School District in the 2023-2024 school year. The MEF, a non-profit organization enhancing excellence in education in the Morris School District, worked in partnership with the District to provide funding and in-kind donations for a variety of academic, enrichment, and social-emotional wellness initiatives not covered by the school budget or tax dollars.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The MEF funded the following areas; Athletics: $72,000 Arts $60,000 Literacy $38,000 Social/Emotional $22,000 STEM $38,000 Staff...
Pioneering scholar named dean at Bloomfield College of M.S.U.
Montclair State University has announced the appointment of Theodorea Regina Berry as the new dean of Bloomfield College of Montclair State University effective Monday, Sept. 2. Following a national search, Berry will lead academic programs that align with the University’s strategic plan and advance teaching excellence and innovation, according to a press release from Montclair State.
Dr. Sutter: “Waiving Policy 2312 is a Necessary Step for 2024-2025”
PARSIPPANY — Thank you for sharing your feelings and thoughts about the necessary waiver of policy 2312. Again, the Board and administration are not abolishing the policy. It does not benefit our parents, staff, administrators, or students to have a policy on the books for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year when the financial situation which the district faces would make it impossible to adhere to the dictates of the policy. I do not believe that is fair or honest.
Signs That School is Starting Soon in Millburn
MILLBURN, NJ — New Staff Orientation week occurred this past week, and the Millburn High School cheerleaders welcomed the new teachers and staff members on Monday, August 19. MHS Principal Dr. William Miron hosted the annual Millburn bus tour on Friday, August 23.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER According to Nancy Dries, Coordinator for Communications & Community Outreach, the Millburn Library has prepared a back-to-school guide that’s available there. “The summer’s not over yet, but it never hurts to be prepared. Our guide is chock-full of excellent tips, tricks and resources for students of...
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