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Union Superintendent Responds to Proposed Cuts to Specials Programming
UNION, NJ – At Tuesday night’s Board of Education meeting, Union’s school superintendent discussed the proposed changes to the elementary schools Special programming, with caused many parents and teachers to voice their concern to the plan at the board meeting on May 14. “We heard and listened to a lot of community members last week,” said Dr. Gerry Benaquista. “I just want to discuss a couple of things so all the public knows.”CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Benaquista said, “nothing that was discussed regarding the possibility of an elementary schedule change was budgetary. ...
Talented Millburn High School Musician Alum Performs in Teaneck
TEANECK, NJ — David Silverman, a 2018 Millburn High School graduate and talented musician with perfect pitch, writes and performs his own songs. He recently played “Goodbye Bullies” at Debonair Hall in Teaneck for his songwriting class at Montclair State University. The performance was part of the Spring semester ensemble showcase. David is majoring in Recording Arts and Production, with an interest in Music Engineering. Before enrolling at Montclair State, he received his Associate in Science Degree in Music Technology-Music Recording, Cum Laude, from County College of Morris in spring 2023.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER He shared...
State's School Performance Report for Edison Schools 2022 - 2023 is Now Available
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - The state’s annual school performance report for 2022-2023 is now available for the Edison School District as well as all other New Jersey school districts. These reports measure a school's academic accomplishments as well as the student’s post-graduate enrollment in higher education. “The School Performance Reports reflect the New Jersey Department of Education's commitment to providing parents, students and school communities with a large variety of information about each school and district,” the state’s website reads, “These reports can be used as a tool to help evaluate whether all students have equitable access...
Burgess’ blast highlights Phillipsburg baseball’s rout of Piscataway in sectional opener
Friday’s NJSIAA North 2 Group 4 first-round game against Piscataway was already going to be memorable for Kevin Burgess. The Phillipsburg High School senior lived in Piscataway before moving to Stateliners country in middle school. Burgess, however, made the game truly unforgettable by smashing his first varsity home run...
Art Advisory Committee of Millburn-Short Hills Presents over $3,000 of Scholarships & Gifts to Students
MILLBURN, NJ – For the 19th time, Allen Shefts, President of Jerry’s Artists Outlet in West Orange, generously donated gifts to township students who won Art Advisory Committee (AAC) awards. According to Laraine Brennan, Chair of the AAC, “The students received over $3,000 in gifts, supplies, framing, gift cards and gift certificates to Jerry’s Artist Outlet and attended an evening reception with a film for the gifted Point of Origin Artists and Mentor Artists accompanied by live music all evening at the Millburn Public Library.”CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The event was held...
CHS Junior Aryan Kumar Starts Podcast Series on Chatham Leaders and Tells the 'Unheard Of....' Story
CHATHAM, NJ -- Earlier this year, Aryan Kumar was applauded by former Chatham Borough Mayor Thaddeus Kobylarz and the Chatham Area Chamber of Commerce for his 67-page paperback Main Street During COVID: A Chatham Story, which documents the struggles and perseverance of Chatham businesses during the Covid Pandemic. Now, Kumar is continuing to share Chatham stories through his new podcast Unheard Of…. As stated by Kumar himself, the purpose of Unheard Of… is to “introduce Chatham leaders and their contributions to the community through a personal lens.” He describes the creation of each video as a “lengthy process...
State's School Performance Report for South Brunswick Schools 2022 - 2023 is Now Available
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - The state’s annual school performance report for 2022-2023 is now available for the South Brunswick School District as well as all other New Jersey school districts. These reports measure a school's academic accomplishments as well as the student’s post-graduate enrollment in higher education. “The School Performance Reports reflect the New Jersey Department of Education's commitment to providing parents, students and school communities with a large variety of information about each school and district,” the state’s website reads, “These reports can be used as a tool to help evaluate whether all students have equitable...
Location Change for Rahway BOE Meetings in June
RAHWAY, NJ — The next two Rahway Board of Education (BOE) meetings, the caucus and regular meetings, both in June, have been moved to the Rahway High School Performing Arts Center (auditorium), located at 1012 Madison Ave. The caucus meeting is on Tuesday, June 11, and the regular meeting is on Tuesday, June 25.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The meetings will be opened in public at 6 p.m. and immediately recessed to private session. The Board will reconvene in public at 7 p.m. to conduct the public portion of the meeting. For more information about the Rahway BOE, click here. [Don’t miss any TAPinto Rahway news. Go to tapinto.net/enews to sign up for our free e-newsletter, delivered each morning to your inbox.] For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Woodbridge Students Get a Glimpse of Municipal Government
WOODBRIDGE, NJ — Ten local high school students got a firsthand look at Town Hall’s inner workings during Woodbridge’s annual “Youth in Government Day,” on Tuesday, May 21st. Participating on Tuesday were: Woodbridge High School juniors Angelise Benimadho, Jake Carbone and Leeana Lucas along with Sofia Grasso, Gracie Grabiel and Lezliebeth Rodriguez from Colonia High School; Suhani Dubey, Surina Ediga and Darshana Shah from John F Kennedy High School; and Benjamin Sachewicz, from St. Thomas Aquinas High School in Edison.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER “Our annual ‘Youth in Government Day’ gives high school...
Rahway Elementary Students Celebrate End of Testing with Some Cool Treats
RAHWAY, NJ — State testing has been taking place the last several weeks in the Rahway Public Schools. In the elementary schools, students were especially pleased to finally conclude the New Jersey Student Learning Assessments (NJSLA) this past week. At Franklin Elementary School, teachers and administrators chose to reward students for all their hard work and ardent test-taking focus with a well-deserved post-test Icee Party!CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER It was a festive culmination of everyone's efforts and dedication throughout the state testing period. Principal Dr. Patrick Holness commended the students and expressed his delight at seeing them enjoy this special reward. Now, let's finish out the school year strong, everyone! [Don’t miss any TAPinto Rahway news. Go to tapinto.net/enews to sign up for our free e-newsletter, delivered each morning to your inbox.] For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Fired Perth Amboy teacher loses license for students' 'Truth or Dare' game
PERTH AMBOY - The state Department of Education has upheld the teaching license revocation of a former Perth Amboy High School teacher who allowed students to play "Truth or Dare," which resulted in a boy touching the breast of a girl and another female student performing a lap dance with a boy.
Local Achievements Highlighted: North Brunswick Students Unveil Banners, Wellness Challenge Winners, and ALS Awareness Proclaimed
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Support Positive Change-Ignore the Desperate Narrative
There is a lot of talk from the same voices that supported the prior administration attempting to resurrect their candidate's chances for election. These voices include members of special interests and former council members trying to twist and spin the New BOE's efforts on the Superintendent search.
Valley Road School Holds Benefit for The Clark Volunteer Emergency Squad
CLARK, NJ — Ms. Lorraine Haney, a teacher at Valley Road School, once again organized the school's annual "Hats On" fundraiser. The event was held on March 21. Students were invited to wear a hat and make a contribution in support of the Clark Volunteer Emergency Squad (CVES). The students were very generous and really enjoyed the event. “This event is very close to my heart,” Ms. Haney said, whose daughter is a former member of the CVES.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Ms. Haney also shares information about the CVES with her students, telling...
Plainfield Academy for the Arts and Advanced Studies Students Named Top-50 Finalists in Art Competition
PLAINFIELD, NJ — Plainfield Public Schools announced today that Ashley Morales, Charlize Holmes, and Natalia Benitez, students at the Plainfield Academy for the Arts and Advanced Studies (PAAAS), have achieved a remarkable achievement by being selected as three of the top 50 finalists in the prestigious 2024 Art Competition, Unsung Heroes ARTEFFECT. “There is an immense amount of talent within the Plainfield Public Schools. Being named a top-50 finalist is a significant accomplishment and a testament to the students and their teachers' hard work and dedication,” said Superintendent of Schools Rashon K. Hasan. “This achievement not only highlights the...
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