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High Schools: Kearny League Wrapup
Kearny, NJ - Notes, thoughts and wrapup of the Kearny High School Summer League. The final night saw every team in action for a full slate of four games. Weehawken and Harrison wound up meeting twice this summer with both games a one possession affair. Weehawken edged the Blue Tide 20-17 previously and on this late afternoon came away with a 17-15 victory when a last second three point attempt by Harrison missed its mark.
Kearny Public School Uniform Exchange has plenty to give away, but still needs donations, volunteers
Jenny Paz knew in 2022 she had to do something for the schoolchildren of Kearny. She was about to spend between $350 to $400 on school uniforms — school uniform — for her daughter. Something went off in her mind. That total was ludicrous, entirely too much to pay for one child’s clothing to go to school each day.
WNY To Remove Name of Convicted Senator From School Building
Convicted United States Senator Robert Menendez’s name will be removed from West New York’s former, School Number 3 before students return to the classroom in September.. The news, first reported by New Jersey Globe, has been confirmed by Mayor Albio Sires. The West New York Board of Education...
New Jersey university faces massive data breach
💻 Cyber criminals target New Jersey City University. 💻 Students' sensitive personal and financial information may have been compromised. New Jersey City University is notifying students of a ransomware attack that may have compromised sensitive personal and financial data. University officials confirmed the cyberattack occurred between June 4-10,...
Paterson schools chief moves 10 principals to different schools
PATERSON — Superintendent Laurie Newell is transferring 10 principals to different schools for the 2024-25 year, changes that will impact Paterson’s two largest high schools and about 20% of all city schools. The educators received messages at 6 p.m. Tuesday night about their new assignments, said Grace Giglio, president of the union that...
Two Fair Lawn High School Grads to Join Fair Lawn Police Department
FAIR LAWN, NJ - The Borough has hired two new police officers, both Fair Lawn High School graduates, who will begin training at the Bergen County Police Academy tomorrow, August 1. Vincent Messina, 30, is a 2011 graduate of Fair Lawn High School. He was previously employed as a 911 telecommunicator with the Fair Lawn Police Department. He is a volunteer with the Fair Lawn Fire Department and Heavy Rescue Squad.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER As a youth, he was a member of the Fair Lawn Police Explorers Post 902. Vincent is the son of retired Fair Lawn Police Sergeant Michael Messina and great-grandson of retired Fair Lawn Police Lieutenant Leo Welez. Patrick Jablonowski, 19, is a 2023 graduate of Fair Lawn High School. He was previously employed as a painter with M&W Painting. Patrick is currently enrolled at Bergen Community College with a major in psychology and is an avid boxer. Both officers will be assigned to the patrol unit upon completion of field training. Per the salary guide, step one for officers is $61,442 annual pay after completion of training. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
New Jersey City University suffers cyberattack putting students’ information at risk
New Jersey City University officials say that the school was targeted by hackers. This incident has put about 6,000 people affiliated with the school at risk for identity theft. The campus-wide computer system is now back up and running as normal. However, it all came crashing down when the school...
From a 40-game Winless Run, to a Playoff Berth in Just Years, the 1989 Bloomfield High Bengals Football Program Got the Job Done
Hard to believe, but it's been 35 years since Bloomfield High's football team qualified for the NJSIAA playoffs. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Making the playoffs wasn't new for the Bengals in 1989. The program qualified for the first-ever NJSIAA playoffs, 50 years ago, and did so again, in 1977. Earning a playoff berth back then was even more difficult, since only four teams, per section, qualified, where today, eight schools earn a berth. But getting back to Bloomfield, there would be a drought for the program, after that 1977 season. The Bengals, from...
Nutley East Juniors win district, reach regional final
Michael Gajewski is of the belief that success leads to even more success. The Nutley East Little League Junior League (14U) team he coached this summer is just an example of that. While some of the faces have changed from last year and the summers before that, the victories continued....
Wood-Ridge BOE Appoints New Business Administrator
WOOD-RIDGE, NJ - The Wood-Ridge Board of Education approved the transfer of Keith Lisa to the position of Business Administrator/Board Secretary at a special meeting Monday night at 7 p.m. in the high school auditorium. Currently, the principal of Wood-Ridge Intermediate School, Lisa will replace Carl Morelli, current Business Administer, whose resignation was also approved by the Board. Morelli's last day is scheduled for Wednesday, July 31. Lisa's start date is Thursday, August 1.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Morelli was named the BA in July 2023. He replaced Business Administrator Jenine Murray, whose resignation was accepted in the June 2023 meeting. Read: Wood-Ridge BOE Names New Business Administrator District Superintendent Anthony Albro will be the Acting Building Principal of Wood-Ridge Intermediate School for the month of August. The next meeting of the Wood-Ridge BOE is scheduled for Monday, August 19.DOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Vincent Church Nutley Annual School Supply Drive Continues Through August 4
NUTLEY, NJ - Continuing a long-standing tradition, Vincent United Methodist Church's annual school supply drive continues until Sunday, August 4. Members of the community can drop off new school supplies at the church Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. or Sunday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The list of supplies is included on the attached flyer. Supplies will be donated to familes and students in need. Vincent United Methodist Church is located at 100 Vincent Place, Nutley NJ, across from the Nutley Public Library. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Hillside Public Schools Announces Pre-K Family Day
HILLSIDE, NJ - Students and their families are invited to attend Pre-K Family Day at the A.P. Morris Early Childhood Center located at 143 Coe Ave. The event will be held on Wednesday, August 21, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., with a rain date of August 22. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Participants will have the opportunity to learn about the curriculum, see classrooms, meet teachers, and meet other preschool families. Food will be provided. For more information, call Hillside Public Schools at 908-352-7664. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Denville Township School District Posts 2024 Summer Reading Assignments For Grades 7 and 8
DENVILLE, NJ - Summer reading assignments for 7th and 8th graders have been posted by the Denville Township School District. The school district says all books are free-choice but should be appropriate for independent-level students. Students should read at least two novels or chapter books before the beginning of the school year. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The school district says this will count as the student’s first homework assignment for the new school year. Parents must fill out a form to verify their reading. The form and more information can be found here. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Verona Non-Profit Collecting School Supplies For Students In Need
VERONA, NJ - A Verona non-profit is assisting students in need of supplies for the 2024-2025 school year. The Junior Women’s Club of Verona is collecting school supplies through their ‘Packs With Purpose’ initiative. Supplies can be donated virtually through their website, or at several bins. Bins are located at the Verona Community Center, Verona Public Library and The Compound on 271 Grove Avenue. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The following supplies are being accepted for donation: Notebooks (3 and 5 Subjects) Folders BindersDOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE. Earbuds Highlighters Permanent Markers Loose-leaf paper Colored pencils For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
District Squeezing Community Pre-Schools, Providers Say
The Newark School district is using aggressive tactics to compete with privately run preschools in the city, according to several providers, who say that it is becoming increasingly difficult to fill seats. Privately run preschools were encouraged by the state years ago as part of an effort to increase access to early childhood education in the state’s poorest school districts resulting from a state Supreme Court decision known as Abbott v. Burke, which mandated high-quality preschool for all 3 and 4-year-olds in affected districts. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER In Newark, the district educates...
New York City public schools to start new black studies classes in the fall
Public schools in New York City will see a new black studies curriculum in the fall as part of the city’s Education Equity Action Plan. The coursework, which will span pre-kindergarten through 12th grade, will focus on knowledge of early African civilizations, modern Africa, black American history, the “African diaspora,” and the purported ongoing presence […]
Newark’s Early Childhood Office Beset By Departures
In Newark’s Office of Early Childhood, the Second Steps skills program teaches three and four year olds critical skills like how to manage their emotions and how to cope with feelings of disappointment and anger. Lisa Gray, a social worker in the office, says that the leadership team in her department is sorely lacking in some of these essential skills. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER “Regrettably, the work environment in Newark’s Office of Early Childhood has become toxic. Some of the leadership staff has resulted to yelling, screaming, rolling their eyes, slamming doors, and...
Lengthy suspensions rose during the first half of last school year, new data show
Sign up for Chalkbeat New York’s free daily newsletter to keep up with NYC’s public schools.Long-term suspensions rose during the first half of last school year, fueling a slight rise in students removed from their classrooms, according to long-delayed data released by the Education Department.From July through December 2023, New York City’s public schools issued about 2,233 superintendent suspensions, longer punishments that are served at outside suspension sites and last more than five days — a 5.5% increase compared with the same period in 2022. Those suspensions are typically capped at 20 days, but in some cases stretch for months.Less...
Students to get OMNY cards in 2024-2025 with expanded usage
NEW YORK — In the school year 2024-2025, eligible students will receive student OMNY cards to use public transportation to and from school and after-school activities. The new Student OMNY cards will be valid 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year, and offer up to four free daily rides.
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