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Debris Build Up in the Ho-Ho-Kus Brook May be Contributing to Flooding at Ridgewood High School

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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood resident Boyd Loving caught some pics of blockage in Ho-Ho-Kus Brook near Spring Avenue that may be contributing to flooding at Ridgewood High School.  Before we blame every thing on “Climate Change”, in New Jersey, the responsibility of cleaning debris from clogged waterways can vary depending on the location and type of waterway. According to the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, “the property owner of the land under the river or stream is responsible for debris removal after a storm event.

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Ridgewood Board of Education Set to Vote on Late-Start Initiative for Ridgewood High School

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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Board of Education will vote next Monday February 13th  on a resolution to introduce the late-start initiative for Ridgewood high school students starting this fall.

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Longtime Ridgewood Football Coach Chuck Johnson Announces his Resignation

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Ridgewood NJ, since 1984 after 44 years, 301 wins and six sectional titles, he is finally calling it quits , longtime Ridgewood football coach Chuck Johnson announced his resignation at the team’s banquet on Sunday.

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Ridgewood School Board of Education Special Public Meeting ,Late Start Presentation

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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood School Board of Education meets on February 6th, 2023 7:00PM – 8:00PM for an Executive Session and Special Public Meeting.

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UPDATE: Come out to Support the Ridgewood High School Cheer

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UPDATE MOVED EVENT TO WESTWOOD
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Ridgewood NJ, come out to support the Ridgewood High School Cheer Round 1 of the Big North Cheer Playoffs is Monday, February 6th at Ridgewood High School!
The meet starts at 6:30 pm in gym 1 and Ridgewood will perform around 6:45 pm. General admission is $5. Students are $3. There will be concessions including snacks, candy, drinks, and pizza!
Mondays’ playoff meet (2/6) is no longer at Ridgewood and is being moved to Westwood High School (701 Ridgewood Rd, Township of Washington, NJ 07676).

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Ridgewood High School Swim Team Wins 2023 Big North Champions!

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Ridgewood NJ, Congratulations Ridgewood High School Swim Team winning  the 2023 Big North Champions! Both the boys and girls teams won first place!

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Ridgewood High School sophomore Kamila Castro has been selected as the North Jersey Wrestler of the Week

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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood High School sophomore Kamila Castro has been selected as the North Jersey Wrestler of the Week. Castro knocked off Immaculate Conception state champion Jenna Filieri in the BCWCA semis on Sunday on the way to the 152-pound title. She picked up a 14-7 decision over Paramus’ Emma Mees in the final.

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Tonight’s Special Public Ridgewood Board of Education Meeting Rescheduled

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Ridgewood Nj, tonight’s Special Public Board of Education Meeting has been Rescheduled
to Monday, February 6, 2023 at 49 Cottage Place – 7:00 PM.

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Ridgewood Board of Education and Parents : Some questions about the late start initiative

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Ridgewood NJ, there will be a meeting of the BOE tonight on January 30 at which the lazy start , sorry late start initiative will be the only agenda topic.  A couple of questions:

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America’s Governors Proclaim “School Choice Week”

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Ridgewood NJ, in a remarkable show of support, the following governors have officially proclaimed School Choice Week this month. These governors either have issued or will issue proclamations in honor of National School Choice Week stating that January 22 – January 28, 2023, will officially be “School Choice Week” in their respective states.

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Ridgewood Board of Education Special Public Meeting : Alternative Start Time Presentation

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Ridgewood NJ, The Board meets on January 30, 2023 for an Executive Session and Special Public Meeting 7:00PM – 8:00PM at 49 Cottage Place.

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Ridgewood Board of Education: Coffee & Conversation

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Ridgewood NJ, Dr. Leonard Fitts, Interim Superintendent, and either Ms. Hyunju Kwak, Vice President or Mr. Michael Lembo, President of the Board of Education, will be holding coffee and conversation events throughout the year. The events will take place on the third floor of the Education Center. All stakeholders are invited to attend and engage in open discussions.

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The Harlem Wizards Took on the Ridgewood A+ Team Infront of a Sellout Crowd

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Ridgewood NJ, the world-famous Harlem Wizards took on the Ridgewood A+ team (a.k.a. our talented faculty!). Games started at 6:30pm at Ridgewood High School in front of a sell out crowd with all proceeds to benefit Ridgewood Public Schools. 

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