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MK Recognized for 2024 AP School Honor Roll
Congratulations to Morris Knolls HIgh School which has been named to the 2024 AP School Honor Roll! Morris Knolls is a bronze member of the Honor Roll! The AP School Honor Roll recognizes schools whose AP programs are delivering results and broadening access for students. Schools can earn the Honor Roll recognition annually based on criteria that reflect a commitment to increasing their school’s college-going culture, providing opportunities for students to earn college credit, and maximizing college readiness. The College Board’s Advanced Placement® Program (AP®) enables students to pursue college-level studies—with the opportunity to earn college credit, advanced placement, or both—while still in high school. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERThrough AP courses in 38 subjects, each culminating in a challenging exam, students learn to think critically, construct solid arguments, and see many sides of an issue—skills that prepare them for college and beyond. Taking AP courses demonstrates to college admissions officers that students have sought the most challenging curriculum available to them, and research indicates that students who score a 3 or higher on an AP Exam typically experience greater academic success in college and are more likely to earn a college degree than non-AP students. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Westfield High School Student a National Merit Semifinalist; 12 Commended
WESTFIELD, NJ — Westfield High School senior Garrett Gao has been named a 2025 National Merit Semifinalist, Westfield Public Schools announced Wednesday.Gao is among a nationwide pool of about 16,000 semifinalists who represent less than one percent of U.S. high school seniors. As a Merit semifinalist, he has the opportunity to continue in the competition for National Merit Scholarships that will be offered in the spring.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERIn addition, a dozen WHS students have been recognized for their exceptional academic promise as Commended Students in the 2025 National Merit Scholarship Program, the district announced. They are: Kevin Deegan Benjamin Duan Tristan Ferrier Michael S. Fisher Ann Luchsinger Jake Pardes Ethan Selvers Aanand Shah Neil Shastri Owen Wei Riley Whitlock Calvin Woodruff For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
HS Football: Wood-Ridge Defeats Bogota, 21-7
WOOD-RIDGE, NJ – Nobody will compare Wood-Ridge football’s Thursday night win over Bogota with last week’s triple overtime. But, even though Wood-Ridge head coach admitted that an ugly win is better than a well-played loss, he was not happy with his team’s play in their 21-7 win over the Bucs in a NJIC Patriot League game. “We didn’t come out ready to play,” said head coach Joe Cutrona. “But we will get them ready to play the winner of Rutherford- Pompton Lakes, and we will go from there.”CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERMaybe...
Millburn High School Student Creates Website to Help People on the Spectrum Navigate Music Therapy
MILLBURN, NJ — Angela Cui, a Millburn High School senior, is a talented singer and piano player. She discovered the power of musical therapy while teaching a 9-year-old girl how to play piano. The girl is on the autistic spectrum, and Cui found the girl’s response to music very inspiring. She decided to create a website with music, music therapists and resources about music therapy.She spoke about her music student, “When I first met her, she was pretty shy and didn’t say much. Talking wasn’t easy for her, and staying focused was a bit of a challenge....
ALJ Crusaders Marching Band Senior Spotlight: Mariana Milara & Matthew Falcon
CLARK, NJ — TAPinto Clark continues senior spotlights of the ALJ Crusaders Marching Band!The Crusaders Marching Band meets three times a week after school for practice. On Friday evenings, the band supports the ALJ football team. At many of the games, you'll see the members performing their half-time show. On the weekends, they attend competitions and perform their 2025 show “Sweet.”CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERConsider supporting the band at the following upcoming competitions: John F. Kennedy-10/5/24 Jackson Liberty-10/12/24 Region 7 Championships-10/20/24 State Championship-10/26/24 Atlantic Coast Championship-11/3/24 Today's spotlight focuses on color guard member Mariana Milara and...
Governor Livingston High School to Host College and Career Fair For Local Students
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - There are different paths for students to take after high school which are unique to each individual. Navigating through the next steps can be difficult. To that end, Governor Livingston High School is hosting a College and Career Fair on Monday, October 7, providing students with the chance to meet with their prospective college or explore options post graduation. The event is open to students from all grades. School Counselor Emily Adriansse said, “This fair is a great opportunity for upperclassmen to get a better idea of their future.”CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE...
Kenilworth Public Schools Closed for Rosh Hashanah
KENILWORTH, NJ - Harding and Brearley schools will be closed Thursday, October 3 in observance of Rosh Hashanah. Schools will reopen on Friday, October 4.High school level games have been changed/postponed due to the holiday.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERRosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, is one of Judaism’s holiest days.Celebrating Something Special? Showcase Your Wedding, Christening, Bar/Bat Mitzvah, Graduation, Reunion and MORE on TAPinto Milestones Make sure you don’t miss any Kenilworth news! Sign-up for our free daily e-newsletter. Know a story we should share with readers? Email tcuppari@tapinto.net and tell us about it. DOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE. TAPinto Kenilworth is free to read, funded entirely by business advertising. Thank you for reading TAPinto Kenilworth. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Summit Public Schools Invites Community to Strategic Planning General Session
SUMMIT, N.J. -- Summit Public Schools invites members of the Summit community to a strategic planning general session on Wednesday, October 16, at 6:30 p.m. in the Summit High School cafeteria. This session is an opportunity for the community at large to participate in the District’s strategic planning process. Attendees can expect to receive an overview of the strategic planning process, understand the role of a core team, and participate in a SWOT (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats) analysis activity.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER“Through major initiatives like Investing In Our Future, which aims to enhance student opportunities...
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