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Dr. Patricia McGeehan Leaves Huge Legacy on Bayonne Public Schools
BAYONNE, NJ - Although the word “legacy” is used to describe the accomplishments of many people, a description of what Patricia McGeehan did in her tenure as teacher, principal, and eventually superintendent cannot be overstated. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERDr. Patricia McGeehan, who passed away on Oct. 3, 2024, was an icon of Bayonne, her death marking the end of a significant chapter of the city.Dr. McGeehan began her career in education as a teacher at the Lincoln Community School. She would go on to serve as principal of the Mary J. Donohoe School, Roberson...
Staten Island HS girls’ soccer: Jaime Como, Brianna Almodovar take centerstage during Sea’s win over Maria Regina
HARTSDALE, N.Y. — Sometimes, there’s a combination of players that just click during a particular game. And on Wednesday, it happened to be Jaime Como and Brianna Almodovar for St. Joseph by-the-Sea. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site,...
Roselle Park Student Named to Southern New Hampshire University's Dean's List
MANCHESTER, NH - Marcio Terras of Roselle Park has been named to Southern New Hampshire University's Summer 2024 Dean's List.The summer terms run from May to August.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERFull-time undergraduate students who have earned a minimum grade-point average of 3.500 to 3.699 for the reporting term are named to the Dean's List. Full-time status is achieved by earning 12 credits over each 16-week term or paired 8-week terms grouped in fall, winter/spring, and summer.Read more Education news in Roselle Park: Long List of Roselle Park Students Earn High Marks at Kean University For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Paterson Board of Education Increases Public Comment Time at Regular Meetings
PATERSON, NJ - The Paterson Board of Education has voted to extend the public comment time during its regular meetings from two minutes to three minutes, providing community members with more time to voice their concerns and opinions. The change, which was approved at the board’s meeting Wednesday night, reverses a policy that had been in place since the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.During the pandemic, the BOE reduced the public speaking time limit from three to two minutes due to an influx of speakers, a move aimed at managing time and accommodating as many participants as possible in the virtual format. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERBoth the workshop meetings, which are offered in both virtual and in-person formats, and the regular meetings, which are virtual, now have a public speaking time limit of three minutes.In September the Paterson City Council rejected a proposal to extend the public comment period for individuals from three minutes to six. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
ALJ Alumnus Ray Williamson Visits High School PreMed Class
CLARK, NJ — On Thursday, September 12, Ray Williamson, a 2017 graduate of ALJ, returned to his old classroom to share his journey through physical therapy school with Ms. Bernadette Jacobi’s PreMedical Studies students.Williamson shared his experiences with his course loads, his struggles, and his achievements. He spoke about the importance of experiencing as many scenarios in a clinical setting as possible to gain the knowledge needed to help decide what avenue to follow in one's career. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERThe students asked him many questions about the path he chose...
Unity Charter School Students Shine at the 17th Annual Art Show
MORRISTOWN, NJ — Unity Charter School made a strong showing at the 17th Annual Art Show held at the Morris Museum on Tuesday, October 15th, 2024. The event, themed "How Art & Culture Represent Native Americans, the Indigenous People of the Americas," brought together a celebration of culture, history, and creative expression. Two Unity students stood out among the competition, earning top honors for their outstanding work.Aarvy, a dedicated young artist, earned second place for her evocative piece that captured the essence of Native American heritage through vibrant colors via a three-dimensional piece about the “Native Americans Tribe War...
SCVTHS Teacher Ed Graf Named VFW National Teacher of the Year
BRIDGEWATER, NJ – Somerset County Vocational and Technical High School (SCVTHS) history teacher Ed Graf was honored as the 2024 recipient of the Smart/Maher Veterans of Foreign Wars National Citizenship Education Teacher Award at the high school level. The award was presented during the 125th VFW Convention held in Louisville, Kentucky, this past summer.Graf, who has been part of the SCVTHS faculty for the past 11 years, has been the driving force behind several initiatives at the school that honor veterans and support the families of those who have given their lives serving our country as part of the...
Warren Community College Seeks Funding for Agricultural Education and Training Center Enhancements
WARREN COUNTY, NJ – Warren Community College is seeking nearly $1 million in federal funding to enhance its Agricultural Education and Training Center, a key facility for vocational agriculture and culinary studies. As part of this initiative, Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-07) met with college leadership, including President Dr. William Austin, students, faculty, and deans, to discuss the importance of this funding in supporting hands-on education.Congressman Kean's $978,625 request, submitted as part of the FY25 appropriations process, would improve the existing facilities, providing students with resources necessary for practical, skill-based learning in agriculture and culinary studies....
Watchung Hills Tennis Dominates Warren Hills 5-0 on Senior Day
WARREN, NJ — In an impressive display of skill and teamwork, the Watchung Hills High School tennis team celebrated Senior Day with a resounding 5-0 victory over Warren Hills on a sun-soaked afternoon at their home courts and improved to 8-4 on the season. The match not only showcased the talent of the team but also honored the dedication and contributions of the six senior players, making it a memorable event for everyone involved.As the teams took to the courts, the atmosphere was charged with excitement and anticipation. The senior athletes were recognized before the match, with heartfelt speeches...
Field Hockey: East Brunswick Upends South Plainfield, 4-0, Thursday
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - Senior midfielder/back Samantha Arnold scored a hat trick, all on assists from senior forward/midfielder Yana Popova, as East Brunswick defeated South Plainfield, 4-0, at home Thursday. Arnold scored two of her goals in the first half enroute to a 3-0 halftime advantage. The Bears (11-0) have outscored their opponents this season, 51-4 and have recorded eight shutout wins. South Plainfield (7-7) finally saw their long five-game road trip conclude. During that span, they went 0-5 including four shutout defeats after a six-game win streak. "It was a tough battle yesterday against East Brunswick. We knew that...
New JAG Program Teaches Essentials of Success to Rahway HS Students
RAHWAY, NJ — There is a new initiative at Rahway High School (RHS) this year called Jobs for America's Graduates, conveniently called JAG, run by the high school's business teacher, Leon Bunion.The program is a student-centered initiative designed to prepare young people for success after graduation, whether they pursue higher education, vocational training, or enter the workforce. Through hands-on learning, leadership development, and career readiness activities, students build essential life skills such as communication, problem-solving, and time management. The program focuses on project-based learning, trauma-informed care, and employer engagement to equip students with the tools they need...
Critchley sends No. 12 Morris Knolls to Morris County quarters - Girls Soccer recap
A big performance from junior Julianna Critchley helped top-seed Morris Knolls, the No. 12 ranked team in the NJ.com Top-20 rankings, score a 2-1 victory over 16-seed Mendham in Rockaway during the first round of the Morris County Tournament. Critchley tallied a game-high two goals in the victory. Her second...
Mass shootings, abortion, climate change: Wagner College Gen Zers weigh in on key election issues
Editor’s note: This story is part of an ongoing journalistic initiative to examine the political thinking of Staten Island’s Gen Z population ahead of the 2024 presidential election. Gen Z is made up of those born between 1997 and 2012 and is presently the youngest generation with the power to vote in the United States. If you or someone you know would like to participate in “Election 2024: Gen Z may hold the key,” please e-mail jdelaney@siadvance.com.
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