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Ridgewood’s Rushing Game Dominates in Playoff Victory Over Passaic

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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Maroons let their running game take center stage Friday night, powering them to a 33-14 victory over Passaic in the North 1, Group 5 playoff opener. With a standout performance by senior halfback Calvin Ran, Ridgewood’s offense hit high gear, pushing them into next weekend’s sectional semifinals.

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Ridgewood Schools Diwali Holiday, Friday Night Football Conflict : Follow the “Sandy Koufax Rule”

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Ridgewood Nj, Ridgewood Schools Superintendent Mark Schwarz addressed the Diwali holiday and the Friday Night Ridgewood High School Football game .  Our view is to take a que from Baseball great Sandy Koufax , who summed up his thoughts , saying that a “man is entitled to his belief and I believe I should not work on Yom Kippur. It’s as simple as all that and I have never had any trouble on that account since I’ve been in baseball.”

Koufax, the incomparable Dodgers ace, naturally was expected to start Game 1 of the World Series against the Minnesota Twins in Bloomington, Minn. But Oct. 6, 1965, the date of Game 1 of the World Series, also happened to be the date of Yom Kippur – the Day of Atonement – on the Jewish calendar.

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Ridgewood Crew Scores a Silver, Two Other Top 10 Finishes at 2024 Head of the Schuylkill Regatta

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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Crew brought home a silver medal and two other boats finished in the top 10 on Sunday at the 54th annual Head of the Schuylkill Regatta (HOSR) in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Run on a 3,800-meter course that twists and turns under four bridges, this year’s Head of the Schuylkill featured more than 8,500 rowers of all ages from 282 clubs across the United States, Canada, and four other countries. Ridgewood sent 26 athletes to compete in 12 boats. 

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Enhancing Your Teaching Skills: Practical Tips for Educators

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In today’s rapidly changing educational landscape, continuous professional development is vital for teachers. As students’ needs evolve, so too must the skills and approaches of those who guide them. Whether you are just starting your career or looking to refine your methods, focusing on growth can significantly impact your effectiveness in the classroom. 

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Ridgewood Cross-Country Dominates in Windy Conditions with Sweeping Wins Across All Divisions

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Ridgewood NJ, in a thrilling show of endurance and teamwork, Ridgewood High School’s cross-country team swept the board at the Lou Molino Memorial Meet of Champions at Darlington Park in Mahwah. Facing strong winds, Ridgewood runners brought home gold in all four races: varsity boys, varsity girls, freshman boys, and freshman girls!

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Ridgewood High School Marching Band Claims Victory at NJ State Championship!

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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood High School Marching Band is celebrating a huge win after taking first place at the USBands Group 4A New Jersey State Championship held at South Brunswick High School! With an impressive score of 93, the band didn’t just secure the state title—they also swept the caption awards, winning Best Music, Best Visual, Best Effect, and Best Color Guard.

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MyPaperHelp Review: Printable Sources – A First Look

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MyPaperHelp has been making quite a splash in the world of academic assistance lately. Their promise of top-notch assistance and a particularly interesting feature called Printable Sources piqued our curiosity, so we decided to roll up our sleeves and put them to the test. In this comprehensive MyPaperHelp review, we’ll delve into our experience with the platform, offering an honest and unbiased assessment. 

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How New Jersey Students Can Adapt to UK Academic Life

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Coming to the United Kingdom from New Jersey for college is a rewarding experience and a tough challenge. The change is not only across the Atlantic, it’s also about adjusting to a new academic culture, pedagogy and university experience. New Jersey students adapting to UK academic life can benefit from UKWritings.com, which offers help with dissertations in UK, ensuring they have the support needed to succeed in their new educational environment.

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Ridgewood Crew Sends Record-High10 Rowers to 2024 Head of the Charles Regatta

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Ridgewood’s Men’s Youth Eights boat racing at the 2024 Head of the Charles Regatta in Boston, Massachusetts. Credit: Mark Riedel

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Ridgewood NJ, a club-record 10 rowers from Ridgewood Crew competed at the 59st annual Head of the Charles Regatta (HOCR) in Boston and Cambridge, Massachusetts, on October 20. 

The Head of the Charles is the largest three-day rowing regatta in the world. This year, roughly 12,000 athletes from 828 clubs and more than two-dozen countries rowed in over 2,600 entries at the event. The HOCR is so popular that teams that have not qualified at previous years’ races must apply and win a draw to get a chance to participate.

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Council Candidate HyunJu Kwak Corrects the Mayors Erroneous Assertion on the Teacher Student Ratio in the Ridgewood Schools System

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Ridgewood NJ, Council Candidate HyunJu Kwak in a Facebook post corrected the Mayors erroneous assertion on the teacher student ratio in the Ridgewood schools system .

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Ridgewood High School’s New Players Company is Bringing “The Wolves” to the Stage

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Ridgewood NJ, looking for an unforgettable high school theatre experience? Ridgewood High School’s New Players Company is bringing “The Wolves” to the stage, and it’s not one to miss! Opening night is Thursday, October 24th, and tickets are available now at rhsnewplayers.com.

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Home Cookin’: Ridgewood Crew Scores Five Medals, One Gold,at the 2024 Head of the Passaic Regatta

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At the 2024 Head of Passaic Regatta, juniors Daniel Hept and Luciano Saladino cruised to victory in the Mens High School 2nd Varsity 2x race. Credit: Maggie Dwyer

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Ridgewood NJ, racing on its home river, Ridgewood Crew struck gold and brought home five medals in total at the 21st annual Head of the Passaic Regatta in Lyndhurst, New Jersey on October 13. 

Ridgewood joined 32 other clubs and more than 350 total competitors racing on the 3,700-meter course at the HOPR, which was co-hosted by the Passaic River Rowing Association and Nereid Boat Club. 

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Ridgewood Board of Education Regular Public Meeting

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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Board of Education will be holding a regular public meeting October  14th at 7 pm . The meeting will be held at the Ed Center at 49 Cottage place .

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Ridgewood Dominates Hackensack in 18-0 Victory, Improving to 5-1

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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Maroons cruised to an 18-0 win over the Hackensack Comets on their home turf, bouncing back after their four-game win streak was snapped by Passaic Tech. With this victory, Ridgewood now boasts a 5-1 record for the season, much to the delight of their cheering fans during Saturday afternoon’s game.

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Superintendent Dr. Mark Schwarz Outlines Strategic Goals for Ridgewood School District

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Ridgewood NJ, at Monday night’s Board of Education meeting, Superintendent Dr. Mark Schwarz shared the district’s key goals for the 2024 school year. These objectives aim to drive a variety of improvements across the Ridgewood School District, including a focus on long-term planning, student support systems, academic growth, and the district’s finances and facilities.

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