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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
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...
Elizabeth High School Boys Soccer Coach Earns 100th Win of Career
ELIZABETH, NJ - Elizabeth Public Schools announced that Elizabeth High School Boys Soccer Coach Jacques Gonzales earned his 100th career win in a 4-1 victory over Cranford on September 30. Gonzales is in his sixth year coaching the Minutemen. His tenure got off to a quick start, earning Coach of the Year honors in 2018 and leading Elizabeth to their first state sectional title in over a decade, defeating Scotch-Plains Fanwood 2-1 in the NJSIAA North 2, Group 4 Final.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERIn 2019, Gonzales guided the Minutemen to another state sectional title and...
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....
Should 16-year-olds vote in New Jersey’s local school board elections? More and more say yes
Sign up for Chalkbeat Newark’s free newsletter to keep up with the city’s public school system.A group of students from across New Jersey is pushing to lower the voting age to 16 in school board elections. Now, top officials including Gov. Phil Murphy are adding their voices to the fight and supporting legislation that would make it happen statewide.If it becomes law, New Jersey would be the first state to enfranchise 16- and 17-year-olds in school board elections statewide, following in the footsteps of Newark and several other cities across the country.“I know, to some, this proposal may sound unconventional....
Morris County Tournament Girls Soccer Seeds are In for MK and MC
DENVILLE, NJ – The Morris Knolls High School girls soccer team is the No 1 seed in the 2024 Morris County Tournament. They have a bye in the first round.The Morris Catholic High School girls soccer team is the No 15 seed in the 2024 Morris County Tournament. They beat Morristown Beard in the first round.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERThe Second Round matchups are as follows:No. 1 seed Morris Knolls vs No. 16 seed Mendham. Morris Knolls had a bye in the First Round. Mendham defeated No. 17 Villa Walsh in Pk's in the First RoundNo....
Chargers Girls Tennis Loses to Woodbridge
SPOTSWOOD, NJ - The Spotswood High School girls tennis team changed up its lineup in honor of Senior Day in Wednesday's match with Woodbridge High School. Spotswood lost the match 5-0 to Woodbridge. Coach Chris Auciello filled the lineup with seniors as the Class of 2025 was recognized for their contributions to the program. Chargers' seniors include Roman Bialoblocki, Rosemarie Caron, Ashley Faunlagui, Emily Judah, Mia Masarik, Miriam Nell, Emily Rifkin and Natalia Rodriguez.Caron lost her first singles match to Kenza Kharbouch, (6-0, 6-0). Masarik dropped her second singles match to Gia Allen, (6-2, 6-1). Bialoblocki lost her third singles match to Pauline Monsanto, (6-0, 6-0). Emily Rifkin and Miriam Nell lost their first doubles match to Victoria Santos and Mady Brenner, (6-0, 6-1). Ashley Faunlagui and Natalia Rodriguez dropped their second doubles match to Aleeza Raza and Lily Hickok, (6-1, 6-2).CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERSpotswood's match with Wardlaw-Hartridge High School scheduled for Thursday has been rescheduled to October 24. The Chargers travel to Spring Lake Park on Friday to take on South Plainfield High School. Matches begin at 4 p.m. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
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...
Chargers Girls Soccer Explodes for Five First Half Goals to Down South Brunswick
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - The Spotswood High School girls varsity soccer team defeated South Brunswick High School 6-1 on Tuesday. Spotswood scored five goals in the first half to take a commanding 5-1 lead into the halftime break. The Chargers closed out the scoring in the second half with one goal. Spotswood's victory was the team's fourth in a row and 11th of the season.Dani Lyons had a goal and an assist for Spotswood. Savannah Tuma scored two of the Chargers' goals. Violet Tharney, Josephine Longo and Avery McNeff also scored goals for Spotswood. Jenna Maisano...
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.
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...
Rahway BOE Caucus Meeting is Tuesday at RHS
RAHWAY, NJ — Both the October Rahway Board of Education (BOE) caucus meeting and regular meeting will be held in the Rahway High School Performing Arts Center (high school auditorium), located at 1012 Madison Ave.The caucus meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, October 8, at 6 p.m. The regular meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, October 29, at 6 p.m.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERThe meetings open in public at the aforementioned times before immediately recessing to private session. The BOE will then reconvene the meetings in public at 7 p.m.For a copy of the October 8th agenda, 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
College & Career Fair Coming to Rahway HS on October 16
RAHWAY, NJ — Listen up, all Rahway High School freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors! Rahway High School is holding a College & Career Fair on October 16, 6-8 p.m., in the high school gymnasium.Whether you are searching for a college next year, or in three years, all grades are encouraged to attend to prepare for a future of success. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERSpeak with admissions representatives, explore different opportunities, and gather information on the colleges and careers you are interested in. Take the step forward in finding the college or career perfect for you![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
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