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Marcus Borden’s 2024 GMC/BCC Camp Caravan: Final stop of the preseason as Plainfield visits Sayreville in regular season tune-up
Central Jersey Sports Radio high school football analyst Marcus Borden wrapped up his 2024 Camp Caravan tour of preseason practice to the blue turf of Colonia Friday morning as the Patriots scrimmaged against Summit. You can find videos – including video highlights and interviews – from both teams below....
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 […]
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...
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. ...
Thriving in the Transition: Tips on Preparing for College Life
Whether a student is moving onto campus for the first time or commuting from home, the transition from high school to college can be challenging. Stephanie Marcello, chief psychologist at Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care, discusses how first-year students – and their parents – can prepare to manage the stressors that accompany this life stage. Why does the transition to college make parents and students feel stressed or anxious?CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Even though most consider this a “good change” that parents and students plan for and anticipate with excitement, it is still a life transition. Any big changes, even...
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...
Free speech in NJ — Rutgers requires permits for expression
✅ Pro-Palestinian protests took place at Rutgers and Princeton in April & May. ✅ Rutgers University created a website with the school's "free expression" policies. ✅ Princeton University would not disclose if any protocols have changed. Rutgers University is taking steps to better handle potential student campus protests this fall.
Linden 4th Ward Councilman Alfred Mohammed Receives Masters Degree
LINDEN, NJ - Linden's 4th Ward Councilman Alfred Mohammed received his Master's Degree in Liberal Arts from the University of Chicago at 75 years old. Councilman Mohammed has been a tireless advocate for education, social justice, and health equity throughout his life. He will be continuing his studies as a Doctoral student at the Pacific School of Religion in Berkley, California while simultaneously working on a certificate to become a licensed psychoanalyst from Blanton-Peale Institute in New York City. Councilman Mohammed stated," I have raised 7 children who have all received various degrees. I decided that it was time for me to set an example for our people. It's never too old to achieve the goals that you set for yourself." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Congratulations Councilman Alfred Mohammed on this well-deserved accomplishment! For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Kenilworth Recap: Back to School Fireworks, Important School Dates, BINGO & More
KENILWORTH, NJ - Did you miss this past week's top stories? Catch up on what you missed in the links below. The top ten are posted by the page views of the week according to Google Analytics. 1. $1M Mega Millions Lottery Ticket Sold at Food Store in UnionCLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER 2. Route 22 Overnight Lane Closures Planned This Week in Union County as Pavement Project Nears Completion 3. Borough of Kenilworth to Present Labor Day/Back to School Fireworks 4. Local Restaurants to Be Featured During ‘A Little Taste of Kenilworth’ to Benefit Historic Nitschke House Museum 5. Kenilworth...
This Week: Final Days Before School Starts
ROSELLE PARK, NJ - Students get ready. Parents rejoice. It's the final week of summer vacation. Get those backpacks ready, because school is about to start. But before you do, here is all you can enjoy during the final week of summer break. Tuesday, Aug. 27 Girls Varsity Soccer Scrimmage at Middlesex High School, 12 p.m. Boys Varsity Soccer Scrimmage vs. Timothy Christian, 3 p.m. (Roselle Park High School) Board of Education Meeting, 7 p.m. (Roselle Park High School) Wednesday, Aug. 28CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Farmers Market, 1- 7 p.m. (Michael J. Mauri Park) Public Events/Affairs Meeting, 6 p.m. (Youth Center) Thursday, Aug. 29 Girls Varsity Soccer Scrimmage vs. St. Thomas Aquinas, 10 a.m. (Roselle Park High School) Varsity Football Scrimmage vs. Keansburg, 4 p.m. (Roselle Park High School) Boys Varsity Soccer Scrimmage at Middlesex High School, 4 p.m. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Roselle Students Receive Scholarships For Selfless Service
ROSELLE, NJ - The Rotary Club of Roselle-Roselle Park recognized two students from Roselle for their selfless service in their community. Ariela Reyes-Sosa of Roselle Catholic HS and Janiya Green of Abraham Clark High School were recently awarded $1,000 scholarships by the Rotary Club. The Club says these scholarships go to students who exemplify the ideals of "Service above Self.”CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER “These young individuals demonstrated outstanding achievements and we believe it is important to recognize their hard work and dedication to their education and to their community,” said Rotary Club President Donna Eleazer. The Rotary Club of Roselle-Roselle Park is a service organization that has served the twin boroughs of Roselle-Roselle Park since 1923. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Cranford High School Class of 1974 Reunion Weekend Planned
It’s been five decades since the CHS Class of 1974 walked the hallways of Cranford High. While much has changed over those 50 years some things remain the same. One such thing is the friendships which were formed. There will be an opportunity to renew those friendships and create new memories during a September weekend filled with reunion activities.
Kenilworth Rec Announces Open Registrations for Homework Club
KENILWORTH, NJ - The Kenilworth Rec recently announced that Homework Club registrations are now open for the 2024-2025 school year. The Homework Club is offered for Kenilworth students and was put together for 6th, 7th, and 8th graders to come do their homework, hang out, and unwind from their day. The club is a great way for students to feel safe and comfortable until their parents or guardian get home from work. Should any of the children need help, it will always be available for them. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Homework Club is $200/month and includes all half days and most full days when school is closed. It does not include winter or spring recess. For more information visit the website: https://kenilworthborough.com/255/Homework-Club To register please go HERE. DOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE. TAPintoKenilworth.net is Kenilworth’s only free daily local news source. Sign up for our free daily eNewsletter and “Like” us on Facebook. Know a story we should share with readers? Email tcuppari@tapinto.net and tell us about it. TAPintoKenilworth is funded entirely by business advertising. Thank you for reading TAPinto Kenilworth. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
A look back at Union vs. Seton Hall Prep in football
UNION, NJ — Fast forward to the future of high school football in North Jersey. The year is 2024. One of the season-opening games is a Union County vs. Essex County special: Union High School at Seton Hall Preparatory School. For the first time, the Farmers, of an alignment...
Teachers on a quest to better explain scientific topics
Princeton University program helps public and private school teachers. Princeton researchers and teaching staff are helping public and private school teachers delve deep into scientific topics as part of a program to help the teachers better understand and then teach the concepts to kids. The QUEST (Questioning Underlies Effective Science...
Union Public Speaking Class Boosts Confidence and Skills
UNION, NJ – More confidence and self-esteem and improved communication skills were just some of the outcomes of Union’s recent Public Speaking Class graduates. Over a six-week period, the young speakers developed communication skills, learning to maintain eye contact, how to captivate an audience, and use body language effectively. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The program was led by Scott Levy, who has a varied career as a certified teacher, an aspiring standup comedian, and owner of Party Maniacs, a popular event company based in Springfield. During the last session, families were invited to watch the students present their speeches in front of an audience. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Rahway Public School District's C&I Office Provides Summer Learning Institute for Teachers
RAHWAY, NJ — Even though it's August and school has been out of session since June, the Rahway Public School District's Office of Curriculum and Instruction (C&I) provided several professional development workshops from July 29 through August 22. All teachers were invited and encouraged to attend the various sessions to help them hone their practice as teachers as we inch closer to the start of the school year. A total of 13 workshops were presented by various teachers, instructional coaches, and program supervisors.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Topics of the Summer Professional Learning Institute included...
New superintendent lays out plans
Every new school year has its curriculum initiatives and with September knocking, first-year school superintendent Kyle Arlington gave this newspaper a heads-up on what parents can anticipate. Arlington, the former superintendent of the Kenilworth school district, naturally said he was looking forward to his new job. Starting out, he has...
2024 Senior Athletic Awards are hosted by ALJ Athletic Department
CLARK, NJ — On Wednesday, June 5, the Arthur L. Johnson High School Athletic Department hosted its 2024 Senior Athletic Awards. The evening, sponsored by the Crusader Athletic Booster Club, was at the Gran Centurions in Clark. All the senior student athletes, their athletic teams and their seasons were...
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