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Kenilworth's Harding Elementary School Principal’s Update
KENILWORTH, NJ - Please see the following information from Harding Elementary School Principal Mr. Ronald Bubnowski.Parents and Guardians,The safety and security of our school are our highest priorities. Ensuring your child's well-being is at the core of everything we do. We conduct regular drills, receive extensive training, and collaborate closely with the Kenilworth Police Department to address any potential threats to safety. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERThis past weekend, a false rumor circulated through David Brearley Middle High School regarding a possible threat to that school. The threat was promptly reported and resulted in a thorough...
A #college #graduation is often a family affair, but for this #mom and daughter, it was a closer experience than usual.Latonya Johnson and Laila Birchett both graduated from Rutgers University in New Jersey with their bachelors degrees in social work.Latonya says shes been a drug and alcohol counselor for a long time, but knew she couldnt advance in her career without a college degree and having her daughter by her side was a big help.
Clifton School Principal Dies: Remembering Jennifer Lucas
Jennifer Lucas, the principal of a Clifton elementary school, died on Monday, Oct. 7, school officials said.Acting Superintendent Mark Gengaro announced Lucas' death in a letter to families.Lucas, who helmed School Two, began working in the district as a music teacher at School 12 in 1995, where sh…
5 Westfield Students Earn Perfect Scores on ACT, SAT Subject Area Tests
WESTFIELD, NJ — Five Westfield High School students earned perfect scores on subject area tests of the June 2024 ACT and SAT, Westfield Public Schools announced Wednesday.The students are the following, according to the district: Luke Fitzgerald, Grade 11 - June 2024 SAT, Math Anya Ausiello, Grade 11 - June 2024 ACT, English/Reading Avery Bell, Grade 12 - June 2024 ACT, Reading Emily Kapuscinski, Grade 12 - June 2024 ACT, Math Chloe Katz, Grade 12 - June 2024 ACT, Reading For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Voorhees Back on Track Overtaking Plainfield 47-22
GLEN GARDNER, NJ - Voorhees was back on track Friday evening, defeating the North Plainfield Canucks 47-22. Quarterback Sam Meekings was efficient and effective throughout the night, completing 9 of 12 passes for 202 yards and 3 touchdowns. Senior Jackson Trevaskiss was his main target throughout the evening with 5 receptions, 119 yards and 2 touchdowns. Junior Running Back Matteo Tramutola lit up the North Plainfield defense, rushing for 249 touchdowns on 23 carries and 4 touchdowns, and he also included a 58 yard reception for another TD. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERVoorhees’ defense held North Plainfield to 238 yards, led by Zach Taylor who managed 4 tackles and a fumble recovery.Voorhees (3-3) hosts Governor Livingston (2-4) Saturday, October 12th at 7:30pm - over their previous 5 matches, Voorhees maintains a 4-1 record against Gov. Livingston. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
SOMA Schools invite community to come together through The SEED Project
MAPLEWOOD, NJ __ South Orange & Maplewood families are invited to grow and learn together as a community through the district’s new participation in The SEED Project.The project is a peer-led program “designed to build a conversational community that fosters personal, organizational, and societal change toward greater equity and diversity,” said a note from the district sent Monday.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER“The SEED Project is an enriching experience where we come together to engage in meaningful conversations about our lives, the systems that shape them, and the world we share,” the...
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...
Warren’s Woodland School Hosts “myFace Wonder Project”
WARREN, NJ – On Friday, October 4th, Woodland School hosted an assembly for the students called “The myFace Wonder Project.” According to myFace, “The goal of the myFace Wonder Projectis to teach students of all ages the importance of empathy, inclusivity, and being an Upstander against bullying.”CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The assembly opened with Alexis Lindy, 5th grade student ambassador, speaking to the students and introducing the main speaker, Dina Zuckerberg, myFace Director of Family Programs. DOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE...
Fight to control NJ child care costs continues
HACKENSACK, N.J. (PIX11) – Elizabeth Velazquez is a mother to three, two of whom go to Little Learners Child Development Center in Hackensack. “My children mean the world to me,” she said, holding back tears, “and I want to be able to continue to work hard every day to provide the world to them.” Paying […]
At Columbia University, scene of intense protests, a calmer situation on Oct. 7
MORNINGSIDE HEIGHTS, Manhattan (PIX11) — For much of this year, Columbia University in New York City has been the scene for anti-Israel demonstrations that have set a precedent for campus demonstrations worldwide. On Monday, protests continued at Columbia University, but normally tight security and restrictions for entrance to the campus were made that much more […]
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