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Jon Bon Jovi goes home for NJ high school dedication ceremony
SAYREVILLE — Who says you can’t go home?. Jon Bon Jovi began his life in Perth Amboy but returned to Sayreville War Memorial High School on Tuesday, which is his alma mater. "It's a journey, you know, I've been on this journey my entire adult life, and started...
A Look Back: These Staten Island HS football players were the cream of the crop in 1995
Susan Wagner won the PSAL city football championship during the 1995 campaign and, not surprisingly, a number of its players were among Staten Island’s statistical leaders that season, including scoring leader Malik Aluqdah. The bruising running back had a total of 152 points thanks to 21 touchdowns and 13...
Staten Island HS football: Soccer standout now getting his kicks for Curtis on the gridiron
Last October, Ibrahim Alkasimi, who grew up playing and starring in soccer, was in a physical education class at Curtis High School toying with a football. “I was just chilling in my ninth period in physical education class, and I was like you know what let me try to kick a field goal,” said the senior, who was also mulling transferring out of the St. George school at the same time. “I was like, ‘why not right.’ I’m kicking and I’m doing really well. I’m like ‘OK’ and the football players are seeing me kick 30-40-yard field goals and they’re like, ‘Wow! You should join the team.’ "
Staten Island HS football rankings (Week 6): Curtis climbs after upset win; Sea returns to Top 5
As we head into the second half of the high school football season, some Island teams are proving they are contenders, while others are looking like pretenders. One of those teams who look strong and will make a run at a title is Curtis, which upset PSAL power Erasmus Hall on Saturday.
Belmar Elementary School Seeks Full-Time Instructional Paraprofessional
BELMAR, NJ - Belmar Elementary School announced an opening for a full-time instructional paraprofessional, offering a perfect opportunity for parents, grandparents, and community members to actively participate in the school community. The position entails 7 hours of work each day, from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, in line with the school’s calendar and student hours, making it convenient for those with children in the school.The role involves assisting in the special education program for students in grades K-2, with a starting pay rate of $18 per hour. Candidates must have a high school diploma and be able to pass a criminal history check. Interested applicants are encouraged to drop off a letter of interest or resume at the school's main office, or submit it electronically to apply@belmar.k12.nj.us. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Trade education takes center stage at I.S. 2′s cosmetology program (photos)
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- Taylor Henry, a teacher at George L. Egbert, I.S. 2 in Midland Beach, enthusiastically invited us to the intermediate school’s cosmetology program for their 8th graders this year. “We believe that exploring trade education is an essential part of the overall education of all students. We piloted the program with 30 8th-grade students this year and hope to expand. Of the 30, about five boys participate and are very interested in the class,” Ms. Henry stated. “We have visiting barbers and hairdressers and are even taking a class trip to the Paul Mitchell school.”
Staten Island HS girls’ soccer: Ava O’Donnell’s ‘heady’ play helps lift Sea over NDA, 3-0
A few weeks ago, St. Joseph by-the-Sea coach Tara Ferraiuolo vowed her team would tighten things up while defending corner kicks and, suffice it to say, it’s been a point of emphasis in training. Well, all that extra practice on corners has apparently given the Vikings’ offense a boost...
Staten Island HS boys’ soccer: Tottenville edges Susan Wagner to grab hold of second place
Tottenville is off to a solid start on the pitch and a new voice in first-year head coach Alfonso Castaneda-Diaz has a lot to do with the team’s early season success. Castaneda took over from long-time head coach Ron Nathanson this year, and the 32-year-old has provided the Huguenot school with a jolt.
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