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Ridgewood Schools Alternative Schedules Initiative Community Presentation

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November 29, 2021

Dear Ridgewood Public Schools Community,

As part of the Alternative Schedules Initiative, the District is investigating new K-12 schedule options, as well as alternative start and end times. Research by the American Academy of Pediatrics, as well as other well-documented studies, indicates that a later start time for adolescents helps align their circadian rhythms resulting in improved physical health, academic performance, safety, and overall wellbeing. Given our commitment to nurturing the development of the whole child, we believe we would be remiss if we did not examine the current structure of our school day and consider potential adjustments that reflect these data.

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There are Lessons to be Learned from Studying Impact of Remote Classes on Students

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Trenton NJ, Senator Holly Schepisi today called for the Legislature to act swiftly in lame duck and pass a bill that would require the Commissioner of Education to prepare a report on learning loss and the operation of public schools during the COVID-19 public health emergency.

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Congressional Candidate Pallotta Responds to NJEA Ignorant and Politically Motivated Statement on Kyle Rittenhouse Verdict

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Ramsey NJ, Frank Pallotta, candidate for Congress in New Jersey’s fifth Congressional district issued the following statement regarding the NJEA’s statement on the Kyle Rittenhouse not guilty verdict.
I stand in support of those calling for the NJEA to retract its statement and to apologize for their terribly short-sighted and premature response to last weeks verdict.  I was shocked and appalled by the reckless and totally irresponsible reaction from the New Jersey Education Association (NJEA) following Friday’s not guilty verdict in the murder trial of Kyle Rittenhouse.

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Parents of Ridgewood United Report Over 150 Responses With the Survey Closing Wednesday Night

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Ridgewood NJ, as previously reported on the Ridgewood blog, a group called Parents of Ridgewood United is passing around a survey to collect anonymous data from RPS parents about how their children are doing with return to school .

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Ridgewood Public School Parent Child Survey Making the Rounds

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Ridgewood NJ, a group called Parents of Ridgewood United is passing around a survey to collect anonymous data from RPS parents about how their children are doing with return to school .

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Proposed legislation Would Mandate School Boards to Post Meeting Schedules and Agendas also Require Public Schools to make Curriculum Plans Available to the Public

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Trenton NJ, Senator Joe Pennacchio sponsors two bills increasing transparency and making it easier for mothers and fathers to keep up with what’s happening in their children’s classrooms.

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New Legislation Would Ban Critical Race Theory and Prohibit Public School Teachers from Engaging in Political, Ideological & Religious Advocacy in Classroom

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Ridgewood NJ, Senator Michael Testa and Senator Joe Pennacchio have introduced legislation that would prevent critical race theory (CRT) from being taught in New Jersey public schools. The bill would also prohibit public schools teachers from engaging in political, ideological, or religious advocacy in their classrooms.

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Ridgewood Board of Education Survey Receives Only 20 Responses ?

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Ridgewood NJ, at Monday night’s Ridgewood Board of Education meeting, Dr. Gorman and board members speculated that the reason that their last survey only received 20 responses was that parents completely trusted administrators and were very content. Perhaps, parents are busy and overwhelmed and have no time to read complicated emails.
In case parents just missed the survey, let me explain the issue. The district received nearly $2m from the federal government to help students and families and schools struggling to recover from remote education. How should they spend that money? On tutoring, mental health initiatives, and summer school? Or on air filters and substitute teachers? Let the board know. The budget has to be finalized by November 24th ( Ridgewood voters no longer vote of the school budget) .

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Parents Don’t Want ‘Woke’ Books in Schools

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Ridgewood NJ, many parents are concerned about the books provided to children in schools and libraries, especially those promoting “woke” progressive beliefs about sexuality and racial issues.

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Ridgewood Public Schools Alternative Schedules Initiative Community Presentation

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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Public Schools is exploring the district’s organization of instructional time with the goal of advancing the vision and mission. An Alternative Schedules Task Force consisting of administrators, teachers, parents, and Board Trustees has been collaborating and conducting an in-depth examination of new start and end times for PreK-12, which will have a districtwide impact for all students and their families. The Alternative Schedules Initiative Community Presentation is an opportunity for parents and community members to learn more about this initiative and next steps in the process.

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The Ridgewood Board of Education meets on November 15, 2021 at 7:00 PM

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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Board of Education meets on November 15,  2021 at  7:00 PM for a Regular Public Meeting at the Education Center.

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Ridgewood Girls Soccer Takes N1G4 Title 1-0 Over Livingston

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Ridgewood NJ, nearly two weeks after ending a Bergen County championship drought that dated back to 1994, the Ridgewood Maroons Ladies Soccer won their first sectional title since 1997 on Friday afternoon against Livingston.

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Majority of Americans Against Mandatory COVID19 Vaccinations for Public School Children

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Ridgewood NJ, most Americans don’t think public schools should require students to get COVID-19 vaccinations, and have concerns about whether the vaccines are safe for children.

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RHS Marching Band Walks off With a 2nd place Finish at MetLife for the US Bands Nationals

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Ridgewood NJ,  that does it for our 2021 Competitive Season for the RHS Marching Band . The season finishes up with a 2nd place at US Bands Nationals and a score of 94.6 for their final performance at MetLife Stadium!

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Looks Like it’s Brogan, Kwak, and Mahmoud For the Ridgewood Board of Education

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Ridgewood NJ,  it appears that Shelia Brogan, HyunJu Kwak, and Muhammad Mahmoud have won seats on the Ridgewood Board of Education for the next three years, if the results so far currently stand.

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