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Inside look at HS football teams in Bergen and Passaic counties | State of the Program
The high school football season kicks off in late August for many New Jersey teams. We're spending the weeks leading up to the 2023 season by taking a look at the State of the Program of teams in Bergen and Passaic counties. You can find the links for each team below. This file will be continually...
Montville Township High School 2024 Vice President Calls on Her Class to “Be Brave”
MONTVILLE, NJ – “I’ve learned that nothing worth having will ever be easy and that if you truly set your mind to anything you will accomplish it,” Cristina Ryduchowski, the Montville Township High School [MTHS] Class of 2024 Vice President, recently said. “It requires bravery and persistence,” Ryduchowski clarified, “but nothing is unachievable.”CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Bravery was the theme of Ryduchowski’s graduation speech. Each year MTHS invites four seniors to speak at the school’s graduation ceremony. When the MTHS Class of 2024 President, Ryan Sun, was also named Valedictorian, Ryduchowski, as the...
Mort Zuckerman pausing millions in donations to Columbia University
Mort Zuckerman, the billionaire owner of U.S. News & World Report and former owner of the New York Daily News, put a hold on his donations to Columbia University, after giving “a significant minority percentage” of the $200 million he pledged to create a Mind Brain Behavior Institute, the Washington Free Beacon reported.
Creepy NJ teacher loses certification for weird comments, state finds
EAST ORANGE — The state has revoked the teaching certification for a North Jersey English teacher after he made unsettling remarks to a female student. Alim A. Hasan's certificate to teach English was officially revoked in late June by the State Board of Examiners. A Division of Child Protection...
NJ will pay $153 million to demolish elementary school, replace a high school in Newark
Sign up for Chalkbeat Newark’s free newsletter to keep up with the city’s public school system.The state agency responsible for funding school construction projects in Newark will spend nearly $153 million to build a new South Ward high school and relocate a nearby elementary school.But the Schools Development Authority says the project is in its early stages of development and it’s unclear when the plans will begin as building designs, construction proposals, and timelines have yet to be completed.The plans call for the construction of a new University High School and the relocation of Hawthorne Avenue Elementary School students to...
Irvington School Music Educators Are Prize Winners
This spring, the music teachers in the Irvington school district became five-time winners of a Best Communities for Music Education (BCME) award from the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM). Now in its 25th year, the Best Communities for Music Education is a signature program of the NAMM Foundation, recognizing...
Livingston School Board Appoints Amro Mohammed as New Livingston High School Principal
LIVINGSTON, NJ — Livingston Public Schools (LPS) has announced that Livingston High School (LHS) Dean of Students Amro Mohammed has been selected to serve as the school’s new principal. The Livingston Board of Education approved this appointment during its public meeting on Tuesday, where Interim Superintendent of Schools Dr. Daniel Fishbein and members of the LBOE congratulated Mohammed on his selection and wished him luck in his new position. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER “Mr. Mohammed brings a wealth of education and leadership experience to his new position as the principal of Livingston High...
Morris Catholic Kennedy Brown Receives Division I Hoops Offer from Siena College Saints
Morris Catholic High School (N.J.) combo guard Kennedy Brown has earned an offer from Division I Siena College Saints Women’s basketball program, today she wrote on X. Additionally, the Jersey Gemz 5-foot-8 rising junior talent holds offers from D-1 Manhattan, Coppin State and Furman University, per her X account.
Hudson Link Sullivan Hosts Memorable Commencement
Hudson Link for Higher Education in Prison, in collaboration with SUNY Sullivan and St. Thomas Aquinas College, organized a memorable commencement ceremony at Sullivan Correctional Facility. The event celebrated the remarkable achievements of 40 students who successfully earned their associate’s and Bachelor’s degrees. This graduation encompasses several milestones...
Mountain Lakes High School Student Creates Lifeline for STEM Enthusiasts
MOUNTAIN LAKES — The Parsippany Cube Club has shaped a vibrant and unique community. Founded by local enthusiast and educator Anikait Sota, a Mountain Lakes High School student, this club has become a cornerstone of STEM and social engagement for kids in our town. The story of Parsippany Cube Club is one of community spirit and giving back.
Kinnelon football intent on breaking through in 2024 | State of the Program
The 'win-now' mode is in full effect in Kinnelon. And based on traditional timeline expectations, third-year coach Dustin Grande is right on schedule. Since taking over at the Morris County school in 2022, Grande has spent his first two years establishing the foundation for a winning program. Last year, the...
Heritage of West Nyack Scholarship Winner Announced
West Nyack, NY – Congratulations to Maeghan Nordone, the proud recipient of the Heritage of West Nyack scholarship. This prestigious award recognizes outstanding high school seniors who demonstrate academic excellence and a commitment to their community. Maeghan’s dedication and hard work have earned her this honor, and we wish...
NJCU board of trustees approves $149.1M budget with 3.5% tuition increase
The New Jersey City University Board of Trustees approved an annual budget of $149,107,000 that comes with a 3.5 percent tuition increase at last night’s meeting. NJCU Chair Luke Visconti participated virtually and began by stating that they ran into technical issues that did not give them their full scope of enrollment information,
State promises to replace 13 Newark schools as district mulls bond for other projects
Superintendent Roger León says 33 of Newark’s oldest schools need replacements and estimates more than $2B is needed for all repairs and upgrades. The state has agreed to fund several new facilities to take the place of some of Newark’s oldest school buildings — but the deal still leaves out 20 schools that need to be replaced, district officials say.
Wood-Ridge High School Announces 12 New Inductees Into the Athletic Hall of Fame
WOOD-RIDGE, NJ – The Wood-Ridge High School Hall of Fame Committee announced that they will be inducting 12 new members into the Wood-Ridge Athletic Hall of Fame on September 24th at a ceremony to be held at the Fiesta in Wood-RIdge. The Inductees are:CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Nicole Fleck, Class of 2012, Girls Basketball Corey Gallo, Class of 1984, Football Shannon Kozibroda (Prenenski), Class of 2004, Track & Field Frank Kozibroda, Class of 2004, Football Michael Gibney Class of 2013, Boys Basketball Paul Rosiak - Class of 2002, Track & Field Michael Sabato Class of 1996, Spring Track Michael Trubel, Class of 1985, Basketball Steven Turi, Class of 1988, Football Vinnie O’Bierne Class of 2012, Boys Basketball Gary Whitenour Class of 2013, Boys Basketball Kurt Zyla, Class of 1978, Football The Wood-Ridge Hall of Fame Committee consists of the following members: Wood-Ridge Athletic Director Marc Sinclair Wood-Ridge Superintendent of Schools Anthony Albo Wood-Ridge Assistant Athletic Director and Director of Facilities Charlie Trentaosti Richard Spirito Wood-Ridge Boys Volleyball Coach (and former Girls Volleyball and Softball Coach) Andrea Marino Bob Valenti Russ Christiana TAPinto will be profiling each of the inductees in the weeks before the Hall of Fame Ceremony. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
TZHS Students Volunteer During SOCSD Summer STEAM Camp
Forty-eight Tappan Zee High School students spent their first weeks of summer recess helping out at SOCSD Summer STEAM Camp!. “I’ve volunteered for three years and it’s been so much fun working with the kids on all the different activities,” said Tappan Zee High School student Julia S. “I serve with both the Orangeburg Fire Department and South Orangetown Ambulance Corps and plan to study Fire Science after graduation. As a first responder without younger siblings, volunteering at STEAM Camp has helped me with patient care because I’ve learned how to interact with younger kids and make them feel comfortable.”
West Milford football poised for a breakthrough season: State of the Program
The West Milford football team is finally coming of age. After struggling through back-to-back losing seasons with teams made up mostly of underclassmen, the Highlanders are turning the page and leaving the past in their rearview mirror. The Passaic County school is feeling optimistic heading into the 2024 season despite turning in a...
East Orange Scholars Excel at Seton Hall University
East Orange, NJ - Seton Hall University announced the Spring 2024 Dean's list and 10 students from East Orange were among those being recognized for their outstanding academic achievements. After the close of every semester, undergraduate students completing all courses with a GPA of 3.4, with no grades lower than "C", qualify for the Dean's List.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The following East Orange residents made the Spring 2024 Dean's List: Tawanna Brown Semaj Hatcher Nyah JohnsonDOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE. Dylan Kilonzo Brandon...
Hanover Park High School Announces Students on Fourth Marking Period Honor Roll
EAST HANOVER — The following is the honor roll for Hanover Park High School for the fourth marking period. Distinguished Honors are for grades of 4.00 or above during the marking period. High Honors are for grades of 3.50 to 3.99 during the marking period. Honors are for grades of 3.00 to 3.49 during the marking period.
News Briefs: New Nyack School Head Presides Over First Board of Education Meeting
The new head of the Nyack school district presided over her first Board of Education meeting last Tuesday since taking over earlier this month. Dr. Lizzette Ruiz-Giovinazzi began serving as the district’s acting superintendent, having previously held the role of assistant superintendent of curriculum and instruction. Former superintendent Susan Yom resigned on June 30th. In a post on the school district’s website, Dr. Ruiz-Giovinazzi acknowledged “district leadership transitions” but stressed they are busy this summer hosting summer programs, proceeding with capital improvement projects and welcoming new staff, while shifting the focus to the new academic year.
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