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Update: New Jersey Public Schools Among Top 5 In The Nation
NJ Lands In Top 5 Public Schools Systems In America. New Jersey is not only in the Top 5 public school systems in America, Jersey is ranked 4th in the Nation overall for public school systems. According to a recent Patch article, "New Jersey public schools are among the best in the country, according to a new analysis from WalletHub that took performance, funding, safety, class size and instructor credentials into consideration. After comparing the 50 states and the District of Columbia across 32 key metrics, WalletHub determined that New Jersey public schools are No. 4 in the nation overall."
New Jersey’s Oldest All-Black School Building to Become a Museum Celebrating Black History
The oldest school building in New Jersey may soon become a museum to celebrate its Black history. Located in Newark, the 179-year-old State Street Public School is the only remaining location of the city’s former school for Black students, as well as the home of the first Black principal in the city’s school system. Although the school has been vacant for decades, officials still aim to turn the building into a place where people can gather to learn more about its Black history. “At some point in time you have to preserve what you can,” said Marian Bolden, who has led the efforts...
Back to School Extravaganza: Help us fill school backpacks!
The New Jersey State Museum is participating in Trenton Public School’s Back to School Extravaganza on August 30. During this event, partners will provide on the spot health services, community resources and backpacks filled with new school supplies. In advance of the event, the school district is holding a school supply drive in to fill the backpacks that will be distributed.
NJ overrules Jackson school board, adopts budget despite huge cuts, tax hike
JACKSON — Less than one week after school board members rejected the district's budget over its inclusion of "unthinkable cuts" required to make ends meet, the state Department of Education overruled them and forced the budget into place. The district's fiscal monitor, Carole Knopp-Morris, overruled the board's unanimous decision on Tuesday and...
Linden High School Senior Represents NJ In National Beauty & Talent Pageant in Florida on August 12th
LINDEN, NJ-- When Abigail Armstead recently took center stage at the Miss New Jersey Elk Beauty & Talent Pageant in Cherry Hill, it marked a bold new chapter for the multi-talented 17-year-old senior from Linden High School. Competing in her first beauty pageant, Abigail faced uncharted territory with a mix of doubt and anticipation. However, she drew strength from her extensive background in musical theater, delivering a rousing and dramatic rendition of "Home" from the musical "The Wiz." Her performance captivated the audience and left a lasting impression on the judges. Not only did Abigail win the...
Tennessee Mom Takes Courses at Princeton University After Spending 3 Years in Prison: 'I'm So Grateful'
In 2013, Mary McCrary was charged with aggravated burglary. She says her mom called the police to report it. "Looking back, I probably would've been dead if she didn't," she says to Inside Edition Digital.
NJ to help students navigate FAFSA problems
Students will have access to experts who will help them complete financial aid forms. Students hampered by the fumbled rollout of the FAFSA form this year may find relief. New Jersey is offering free online consultations for students who need to complete the forms necessary to receive state financial aid for the upcoming school year.
Preschool Advantage Places 100 Children in Local Preschools for 2024-2025
Preschool Advantage, a nonprofit based in Morristown, has announced it will place 100 children in local preschools for the 2024-2025 school year across Morris and Somerset Counties. “We’re thrilled to have helped so many children, as the need has never been greater,” said Nancy Bangiola, Executive Director of Preschool Advantage. A recent report from the ALICE program, a data initiative of the United Way of Northern New Jersey, reveals that many workers are financially worse off now compared to a decade ago, despite recent wage increases for low-wage jobs.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET...
High school student to host food drive for FSA at Giant in Langhorne
Family Service Association of Bucks County announced that 17-year-old Romeo Angelini, a senior at Neshaminy High School, will host a food drive this Sunday, July 28, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., outside Giant Grocery Store in Langhorne. “This event promises to be a heartwarming community effort by an incredible...
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