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Trenton NJ, the New Jersey Policy Institute (“NJPI”) today filed an amicus brief in the on-going segregation lawsuit initiated by the Latino Action Network and the NAACP against the state of New Jersey. NJPI is a non-profit organization dedicated to working with New Jersey’s public and private sector leaders to find practical and effective solutions to the largest issues affecting the Garden State and its residents.
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Ridgewood NJ, for over seven years, a major lawsuit has challenged New Jersey’s public school system, alleging it remains unconstitutionally segregated. Now, a new voice has entered the legal conversation — the New Jersey Policy Institute (NJPI) — with a surprisingly practical, budget-friendly solution: expand Interdistrict Public School Choice.
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Ridgewood NJ, AJ and Will LoSauro weren’t on the field for Ridgewood High School’s first lacrosse practice this year — but they had a pretty historic reason. The sibling duo was skating in the New Jersey State Hockey Final at the Prudential Center, helping Ridgewood hockey reach the championship game for the first time ever.
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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood High School New Players shone brightly at the Montclair Theatre Night Foxy Awards, on Tuesday, May 16, a prestigious event recognizing excellence in New Jersey high school and middle school theatre. The New Players’ highly acclaimed production of “The Wolves” by Sarah DeLappe, which had garnered an impressive eight nominations, ultimately clinched two of the night’s most coveted honors: Best Actress and Outstanding Production of a Play.
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Pennsauken NJ, Ridgewood Crew showed why it is among the country’s elite youth rowing programs this past weekend at the 2025 Scholastic Rowing Association of America national championships.
In a regatta that featured the best qualifying boats from high schools across the country, Ridgewood raced its way to one bronze and three silver medals, which ranked first for total podium finishes in sculling events out of the 148 schools competing. Its four overall medals were also second-most among all teams at SRAA, which featured 470 entries and more than 1,000 competitors.
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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood High School’s Luke Pash has solidified his place among the elite in U.S. high school middle-distance running. The senior track star clocked a blazing 4:03.02 mile at the prestigious RunningLane Track Championships, setting a Bergen County record and running the fastest mile ever by a New Jersey high schooler in a high school-only race.
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Glen Ridge NJ, in a developing story that has sent shockwaves through the local community, Principal Michael Donovan and Vice Principal Jonathan Heitmann of Ridgewood Avenue School have been placed on indefinite administrative leave following disturbing allegations of a long-term grooming case involving a former teacher.
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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – Ridgewood Crew capped off its spring regular season in impressive fashion this past weekend at the 2025 Stotesbury Cup Regatta, winning the title of top Boys Junior Quad boat for the second straight year and scoring three other top-three finishes.
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Ridgewood NJ, a recent Open Public Records Act (OPRA) request made by a Ridgewood taxpayer has uncovered a history of unwarranted purchases of bottled/cooler water made by the staffs of two Ridgewood elementary schools.
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Ah, yearbook photos! That little square or rectangle immortalizing a moment in time. Instead of settling for a generic pose, why not infuse your personality and style into this lasting memory? While they might seem straightforward, a touch of thoughtfulness can elevate your looks from basic to slay.
Continue reading 5 Tips to Take Stylish Yearbook Photos That Are Really Impressive!
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Ridgewood NJ, on May 8th Federated was joined by Ridgewood Schools Superintendent Mark Schwarz to host a breakfast for the district’s valued crossing guards. The breakfast was a big “Thank you, crossing guards, for helping to keep our students safe every day!”
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Ridgewood NJ, the Super Football Conference (SFC) Flag Football Tournament is officially underway, and the road to the North Jersey girls flag football state championship has been set. Powerhouses Ridgewood and Bayonne have secured the coveted No. 1 seeds in their respective brackets, topping a competitive field of 24 high school teams.
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Hybrid learning has become a lasting part of education. Schools across the country are blending in-person instruction with digital tools to reach students in more flexible ways. What began as a quick response to remote learning needs has now evolved into a structured teaching model in many districts.
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A Minor. Meso Laceration
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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Schools officials are tryin’ to strike a cord with Village residents by celebrating their Vision 2030 plans; however, the sounds across the village are of records scratching not the melodies of the Board’s allegedly lip synched hit song.
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Ridgewood, NJ – In a historic achievement on Monday afternoon, the Ridgewood High School Varsity Baseball team edged out Paramus 1-0, marking their 13th victory of the 2025 season. But the real headline? The win secured Coach Kurt Hommen’s 631st career victory, officially making him the winningest baseball coach in Bergen County history.
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