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Ridgewood NJ, the RHS TV Club and RHS Recording Studio are excited to release the first episode of our new series, In the Studio. Based off of the popular “Tiny Desk Concert” series by NPR, the goal of the In the Studio series is to feature the variety of musicians and ensembles at Ridgewood High School in all genres of music. Both the TV Club and Recording Studio Club worked behind the scenes to produce this show and are excited to share their work.
Continue reading Jingle Strings was recently filmed in the Ridgewood High School Media Lab
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Ridgewood NJ, Tech entrepreneur Dave Duffield (RHS ‘58), a pioneer who helped shape the software industry and founder of innovative companies including Workday, PeopleSoft and Ridgeline, is giving back to his high school alma mater in support of a substantial STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) Initiative. The Ridgewood High School Alumni Association (RHSAA) presented the Board of Education with a $635,000 gift from the Dave & Cheryl Duffield Foundation at the regular public meeting on May 10, 2021. This grant, which is the result of the development efforts of the RHSAA, is the largest, single donation awarded to Ridgewood High School in the district’s history.
Continue reading Lights , Camera ,Action at Ridgewood High School
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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.
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Ridgewood NJ, designing spaces that inspire creativity and innovation and equip students with real-world experience are at the heart of the Duffield STEAM Initiative. The Innovation and Makerspace Lab is being transformed into a high-tech, 21st century workspace where students now have access to tools commonly found in commercial manufacturing facilities and design houses. Over the past month, three substantial pieces of industry-standard equipment have been installed – the Mimaki UCJV300-130 Series large format vinyl printer/cutter, the Techno HD-II 20×34 CNC router, and the Stratasys F170 3D printer. Within days of teacher training, students were off and running, learning and experimenting with new equipment.
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Ridgewood NJ, upgrades and enhancements to the RHS Makerspace Lab are underway through the Duffield STEAM Initiative. New industry-standard equipment will significantly elevate the student experience, preparing them for college and career. The first of a host of new tools arrived last week — the massive Mimaki UV-LED Printer/Cutter. Unlike any piece of equipment currently in the lab, the Mimaki printer/cutter will expand design and production capabilities exponentially. RHS Alumni Association Treasurer, Steve Correll, and Alumni Trustees, Mark Kossick and Amy Ebenstein, were among the first to see this multi-functional machine shortly after it was delivered and learned about some of its impressive capabilities from RHS faculty.
Continue reading Duffield STEAM Initiative Brings Industry Standard Equipment to RHS Makerspace
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Ridgewood NJ, a $635,000 alumni gift, the largest in the Ridgewood School district’s history was announced by the Board of the Education at Monday’s meeting.
Continue reading UPDATE: Ridgewood High School Alumni Donates $635,000 For STEAM Projects
