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Ridgewood NJ, Ali Harwin, the controversial Village council campaigner known for race-baiting and anti-Catholic rhetoric, has resurfaced—this time as the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Chair at Somerville Elementary School.
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Ridgewood NJ, as more schools consider banning smartphones in classrooms, a new study reveals just how much time teens spend texting, streaming, and scrolling during the school day. According to research from Seattle Children’s Research Institute, the average teen with a smartphone spends nearly 1.5 hours of a 6.5-hour school day on their device—time that could otherwise be used for learning.
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Teachers have the ability to guide the intellectual and personal growth of young people, making their role incredibly impactful. However, to stay effective, they need continuous training and modern approaches. With evolving academic demands, many teaching professionals seek opportunities to expand their expertise through advanced study options. These paths provide valuable strategies for managing classrooms, improving lesson structures, and enhancing how they engage with diverse groups of students.
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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood High School Chemistry/Physic Teacher Lillian Labowsky, the RHS InvenTeam, and their mentors co-authored a paper that was published in the ACS Journal of Chemical Education. The article highlights their Lemelson-MIT invention journey. Mr. Edwin Marreno, the Lemelson-MIT Officer, will visit the Applied Engineering Club this February.
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Ridgewood NJ, Chinese Americans should obviously be free to celebrate the Lunar New Year, and take an excused school absence, as should any other American who wishes to celebrate this day and originates from a nation that recognizes it. And when learning about other cultures, American schools should teach American children a bit about the holiday and its significance, as they should about many different nations’ and religions’ traditions, holidays, and festivals, and the importance of respecting people from different cultures. We could all benefit from that. However, the Lunar New Year is not an American holiday, nor should we pretend that it is.
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Ridgewood NJ, since its inception in 2011, National School Choice Week has brought together families, educators, and students to advocate for a variety of educational options. This nationwide movement highlights the importance of school choice, emphasizing options such as:
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Ridgewood NJ, Google Maps users in the U.S. will soon see new names for iconic landmarks following updates from the Trump administration.
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Ridgewood NJ, a recent Ridgewood Board of Education (BOE) decision has sparked controversy among residents and board members. The BOE has agreed to allocate $80,000 from its budget for softball field lighting at Veteran’s Field, a facility owned by the Village of Ridgewood. This funding, in exchange for 20 years of access to the field, has drawn criticism due to concerns over transparency and unmet priorities within the school district.
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East Orange NJ, Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Office of Public Integrity and Accountability (OPIA) today announced the sentencing of the owner of an Essex County-based school bus company that failed to perform drug tests and background checks on drivers — one of whom later crashed — as well as operating unsafe buses and trying to cover up the misconduct.
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New Brunswick NJ, Universities across the U.S. are finding themselves at the center of former President Donald Trump’s escalating campaign against Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs. A recent executive order targets schools with endowments exceeding $1 billion, instructing federal institutions to investigate their DEI initiatives and report findings within 120 days.
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Ridgewood Nj, mark your calendars for the upcoming Ridgewood Board of Education Meeting on Monday, January 27, 2025, from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM. The meeting will take place at the Education Center, located at 49 Cottage Place, Ridgewood, NJ 07450.
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Ridgewood NJ, Congratulations to Brendan Sheehan, a proud Willard alumnus, on his Broadway debut in Gypsy! This incredible milestone is a testament to Brendan’s hard work, talent, and the unwavering support of his family, friends, and educators.
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Take sweeping steps toward a college education and face many financial challenges. Being able to create a solid financial plan is not only necessary. The scholarship serves both students and their families by providing needed money, no matter the type of college expenses or charges they face. If you start early, you can plan your finances, consider different funding programs, and create a budget to take your focus off of money as you attend school. Not only does it ease the financial burden for the college, but it also helps in a focused and interesting college experience.
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Redbridge High School in the UK is a special school for students with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLDs) and Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLDs). It has also been providing education to students with Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC). To accommodate students from Longmoor Special School, this was built in 1976.
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Ramsey, New Jersey – Ridgewood Crew kicked off its 2025 rowing season with a strong team performance, claiming two bronze medals and placing 10 finishers in the top 10 at the 12th annual Ironmen Erg Classic hosted by the Don Bosco Preparatory High School. More than 550 youth rowers from 22 different clubs in New York and New Jersey competed at the indoor event. Ridgewood fielded 46 competitors — the fifth-largest total among all teams — from both middle and high school across seven categories.
