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Ridgewood NJ, since the mask mandate and consistency of its application has been in the news (FOX NEWS) lately , here is the latest from AP News on children and masks:
Time to Unmask the Children !
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Parents Backlash Against Democrats Over Child-Masking
Photo Ridgewood BOE Recognition of Retirees
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Ridgewood NJ, seems parents in Ridgewood and all across Bergen County and the nation are starting to backlash against Democrats , and Democrat policies over child-masking.
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Ridgewood Schools : EARLY DISMISSAL TODAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2022
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Ridgewood NJ, Winter weather conditions are expected to deteriorate in the afternoon, Friday, February 4. Therefore, all children will be dismissed according to the Emergency Minimum Day Schedule listed below. Cafeterias will not be serving lunch. All after-school activities are canceled.
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1 in 3 recent high school grads skipping college because it’s a “waste of money”
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SEATTLE WA , Intelligent.com, a trusted resource for online degree rankings and higher education planning, has published a recent survey report to evaluate the declining undergraduate enrollment. The study also highlights the key factors driving college admission decisions among high school graduates. Research experts surveyed 1,250 Americans aged 18 to 24.
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Ridgewood Board of Education Requires Mask For Parents But Not For Teachers
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Ridgewood NJ, a Ridgewood mother Ashley Laub spoke out Wednesday after parents were asked to mask up at a school board meeting shortly after teachers were seen taking photos without masks.
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Seven Ridgewood High School Teams Enter 2022 NJ STEAM Tank Competition
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Ridgewood NJ, the Applied Engineering Club continues to grow in popularity at Ridgewood High School with membership climbing to 111 students in the club’s third year. Seven RHS teams have submitted video entries to the 2022 New Jersey STEAM Tank Challenge. Created and sponsored by the New Jersey School Boards Association, this competition gives students the opportunity to apply STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math) to real-world problems and offer innovative, equitable, and sustainable solutions. Club advisors Dr. Labowsky and Mr. Wohner are extremely proud of the creativity and commitment of the teams and look forward to the next rounds of the competition.
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Ridgewood High School: Next Up from the Duffield STEAM Initiative – Epilog Fusion Laser
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Ridgewood NJ, through the Duffield STEAM Initiative, the Epilog Fusion Laser machine was recently installed in the RHS Innovation and Makerspace Lab. This machine has a high-speed laser, as well as a large cutting area (24″x24″x10″), enabling students to create larger projects or work on multiple smaller projects at one time. The camera registration system gives users a real-time image of the engraving table so projects can be quickly and accurately positioned. Another great feature is the LED touch display which makes the laser easier to use and operate. And, this new laser can engrave and cut a variety of materials including wood, acrylic, fabric, cork, rubber, slate, glass, and more! The Epilog Fusion Laser will expand the fabrication capabilities of our facilities and programs. Stay tuned for more news from the Duffield STEAM Initiative.
The Ridgewood Board of Education meets on January 31st, 2022 at 6:00 PM for an Executive Session and 7:00 PM for a Regular Public Meeting
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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Board of Education meets on January 31st, 2022 at 6:00 PM for an Executive Session and 7:00 PM for a Regular Public Meeting at the Education Center.
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RHS Bands Annual Fruit Sale Deadline to order is Friday, February 11th
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Ridgewood NJ, the RHS Bands Annual Fruit Sale is HERE. Students made the rounds in Ridgewood on Sunday, January 23. Orders can be placed with one of our students or by placing your order online (make sure you use a student seller ID!). Gift shipping anywhere in the US is available as well (ship boxes to your family friends!). The deadline to order is Friday, February 11. See (and taste!) why our famous fruit sale has been a Ridgewood favorite for more than 30 years!!!You can place your orders online at www.rhsbands.org. If you have any questions, please contact: [email protected]
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New Bill Would Give Parents Veto Power on Masks in Schools
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Ridgewood NJ, Senator Edward Durr has introduced legislation that would require schools in New Jersey to obtain approval from parents before mandating that children utilize “medical devices” such as masks.
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Ridgewood High School Soccer Coach Named New Jersey State Coach of the Year!
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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood High School , Head Girls Soccer Coach (and RHS PE teacher) Peter Kay was named New Jersey State Coach of the Year and North 1 Region Coach of the Year.
Sophomore Isabella Winn earned All American Regional Honor, top 20 player in NJ, and top 20 player in Group 4 North 1 .
Ridgewood Crew Wins Gold at the 2022 Ironman Regatta
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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Crew team participated in the annual Ironman Erg Classic held 100% virtually and hosted by Don Bosco Prep High School in Ramsey on January 22, 2021. The event attracted 20 clubs. Ridgewood Crew had 56 entries, second only to Montclair High School.
Ridgewood performed well, according to Head Coach Boris Roque-Alvarez, “We are very happy with the results as the vast majority of the rowers improved their PR (Personal Record). Also, we had a large number of middle schoolers racing at the Ironman!”
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CODING BOOTCAMP : Nine-year-old kids are launching DDoS attacks against schools
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Ridgewood NJ, a study by the UK’s National Crime Agency (NCA) revealed that the number of Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks launched against school networks and websites more than doubled from 2019 to 2020. Many of the culprits were secondary school children, with the youngest being just nine. The NCA has launched a new initiative to educate kids on the consequences of launching DDoS attacks. Students who search for terms associated with cybercrime will see a page with information about the Computer Misuse Act and some encouragement to use their technical prowess in an ethical career.
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DELAYED OPENING FOR RIDGEWOOD SCHOOLS
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Ridgewood NJ, Due to the inclement weather expected tomorrow morning, all Ridgewood schools will operate under the delayed opening schedule tomorrow, January 20. Under the delayed opening schedule, the school day will begin two hours later than usual. School bus schedules will operate two hours later.
Elementary school children who have not ordered lunch must bring a bag lunch to school. There will not be sufficient time for children to go home for lunch.
For students who walk to school, please dress warmly and allow extra time and caution while walking.
Thank you and please stay safe.
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