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New Jersey School Performance Report: Mixed Results Revealed

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Ridgewood NJ, earlier this month, the New Jersey Department of Education unveiled the latest School Performance Report, offering insights into the academic landscape of the state’s educational institutions. With schools scored on a scale of 0 to 100, encompassing various metrics such as standardized test scores, student academic growth, and graduation rates, the report provides a comprehensive overview of school performance.

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Exploring the Challenges Faced by LGBTQ College Students

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Navigating the complexities of college life can be a daunting task for many students, but those who identify as LGBTQ face a unique set of challenges. From navigating inclusive campus environments to accessing LGBTQIA counseling services, these students balance academic pursuits with shaping their experiences, underscoring the importance of fostering a validating atmosphere for their success and well-being. Keep reading as we shine a light on the trials, triumphs, and institutional shifts that pave the way for an enlightened educational experience.

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TONIGHT: Ridgewood Budget Vote for the 2024-2025 School Year of $138.5 MILLION

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Ridgewood NJ, the Monday, April 29, 2024 Ridgewood Board of Education Meeting includes a resolution for the adoption of the 2024-2025 Final Budget for Ridgewood Public Schools.

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Celebrating Musical Excellence: RHS Band Program’s Spring Concert Delights Audience

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Ridgewood NJ, on Wednesday, April 24th, the Ridgewood High School (RHS) Band Program treated audiences to an unforgettable evening of musical talent at the annual Spring Concert. Held at the picturesque West Side Presbyterian Church, the concert showcased the remarkable abilities of over 180 students from all grades and backgrounds.

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Collision Sends Vehicle into George Washington Middle School in Ridgewood

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Ridgewood NJ, The force of a two (2) vehicle late Thursday afternoon, 04/25, collision at the intersection of South Monroe Street and Washington Place, Ridgewood propelled one (1) of the vehicles involved up onto the front lawn of the nearby George Washington Middle School.

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Ridgewood High School Latin Students Shine with Outstanding Results on 2024 National Latin Exam

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Ridgewood High School’s Latin students have once again proven their excellence on the national stage, achieving remarkable success on the 2024 National Latin Exam. With an outstanding display of talent and dedication, these students not only made their presence known but also emerged as standout performers, securing a total of 95 awards, including two perfect papers!

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New England Patriots Owner Robert Kraft Pulling Support for Columbia University

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New York NY, Antisemitism has soared both nationally and globally since Hamas’s Oct. 7 attack on Israel, with U.S. colleges in particular taking heat for their handling of the situation.

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Ridgewood Crew Doubles Up on 1st Place Wins, Pulls In 6 Podium Finishes Overall at 5th Manny Flick / Horvat Meet

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The Ridgewood Crew Varsity Girls 2x boat of Anais and Elsa Friedrich took first once again on Sunday, reprising their victory from the 3rd Manny Flick race two weeks ago. (Photo Credit: David Dessel)

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania , Ridgewood Crew finished off the Manny Flick /  Horvat series of races in style on Sunday, grabbing two 1st place finishes, four other podium finishes, and 10 top-5 finishes in total. This final event in the 1500-meter racing series on the Schuylkill River in Philadelphia featured more than 550 rowers from 89 clubs across five different states in the mid-Atlantic region.

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School Superintendents Support Republican plan to fully Fund Schools and Cut Property Taxes

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Trenton NJ, facing more than $105 million in state aid cuts under Gov. Phil Murphy’s budget proposal, superintendents and school officials across New Jersey are supporting increased state aid under Assembly Republican Leader John DiMaio’s plan to fully fund schools and cut property taxes.

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Ridgewood Crew Claims Five Wins at Weather-Shortened 4th Manny Flick / Horvat Meet

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Ridgewood Crew Girls were pumped and ready to row, but the weather had other plans for them. From left to right Senior Anais Friedrich, Sophomore Ryan Mincey, Junior Aoife Ali, and Junior Julie Smith. (Photo Credit: Elsa Friedrich)

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – Ridgewood Crew claimed five flight victories at a 4th Manny Flick / Horvat meet that ended early due to high winds and unsafe river conditions. Sunday’s 1500-meter racing event on the Schuylkill River in Philadelphia was the fourth of a five-race series, where nearly 500 rowers from 80 clubs across the mid-Atlantic competed.

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Ridgewood Baseball Coach Kurt Hommen Picks Up His 600th Win

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Ridgewood NJ, Kurt Hommen achieved another significant milestone in his illustrious coaching career, solidifying his place as one of North Jersey’s most successful baseball coaches.

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“Who’s on first?” – Deployment of police officers at #Ridgewood Public Schools

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Ridgewood NJ, during a Monday, April 8th Ridgewood Board of Education meeting, Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Mark Schwarz announced his intention of hiring and deploying two (2) Class III police officers for the 2024/2025 school year. These two (2) officers would replace the existing one (1) Ridgewood Police Department School Resource Officer now serving the school district.

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Parents of Oxford High School Shooter Get Prison Terms

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Oxford Michigan, the parents of the convicted Oxford High School shooter received their sentences, each facing 10 to 15 years in state prison for their failure to prevent their son from carrying out the tragic shooting at his Michigan school in November 2021, resulting in the death of four individuals and injuring seven others. This landmark conviction marks the first instance in the United States where parents of a child responsible for a mass shooting have been held accountable.

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