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Tonight: the Ridgewood Board of Education Meeting 7pm

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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Board of Education will hold its next public meeting on Monday, January 6, 2025, from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM, at the Ridgewood Education Center, located at 49 Cottage Place, Ridgewood, NJ 07450.

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Merry Christmas from the Ridgewood blog

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PJ Blogger and the entire staff of the Ridgewood blog would like to Wish you a very Merry Christmas!

We also would like thank, you our readers , advertisers , patrons and supporters for all your contributions this year !

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Twas the Night before Christmas

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Twas the Night before Christmas 

Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house
Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse.
The stockings were hung by the chimney with care,
In hopes that St Nicholas soon would be there.

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Highlights from the Ridgewood Board of Education Meeting

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Ridgewood NJ, State of Special Education in the School District (a “starter” conversation): https://youtu.be/mGgxScFiHSc?t=5201
Public comment on that presentation: https://youtu.be/mGgxScFiHSc?t=10159
Budget process timeline: https://youtu.be/mGgxScFiHSc?t=14408

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Ridgewood Board of Education Meeting Monday December 16th

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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Board of Education will hold a public meeting on Monday, December 16, 2024, from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Ridgewood Education Center, located at 49 Cottage Place, Ridgewood, NJ 07450.

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Is Signage Identifying School Zones Adequate Within the Village of Ridgewood?

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Ridgewood NJ, two separate arrests made within 1000 feet of a private school during recent months for driving under the influence, one of which included drug possession charges as well, prompt The Ridgewood Blog to now question whether there is adequate signage in place identifying all school zones within Ridgewood. Particularly, are there any “Drug Free School Zone” signs erected?

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The Ridgewood Board of Education Meeting November 18th, 2024 at 7:00 PM for a Regular Public Meeting

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Ridgewood NJ, The Ridgewood Board of Education meets on November 18th, 2024  at 7:00 PM for a Regular Public Meeting on the 3rd floor of the Education Center.

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League of Women Voters Ridgewood Village Council Candidates Forum Tonight

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Ridgewood NJ, mark your calendars! The League of Women Voters of Ridgewood is hosting a Ridgewood Village Council Candidate Forum on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, from 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Ridgewood Village Hall (131 N Maple Ave, Ridgewood, NJ).

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Many NJ School Districts and Municipalities Fail to Comply with Requirement to submit Current Union Contracts to the Public Employment Relations Commission

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Ridgewood NJ, a review by the Office of the State Comptroller finds a majority of school districts including Ridgewood and more than one in four municipalities have failed to comply with a requirement to submit current union contracts to the New Jersey Public Employment Relations Commission (PERC). The widespread—and growing—noncompliance undermines transparency, according to the Office of the State Comptroller (OSC) review, released today.

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Ridgewood Schools Celebrating Excellence: Ashby and Tradition of Excellence Award Winners

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Ridgewood NJ, each year, the Ridgewood Public Schools community comes together to recognize individuals who go above and beyond in their service to the district. Two prestigious awards honor the dedication and contributions of staff members: the Ashby Award and the Tradition of Excellence Award.

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Vision 2030: Ridgewood Schools Will be Hosting a Community In-Person Public Forum

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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Public Schools is excited to announce an upcoming community in-person public forum, kicking off the Vision 2030 initiative. This event is a unique opportunity for residents, parents, students, guardians, town officials, business owners, and more to come together and help shape the future of our schools and community.

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Superintendent Gina Cinotti Announces Retirement Amid Credential Suspension

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Saddle River NJ, six weeks after the New Jersey Department of Education’s State Board of Examiners suspended her credentials for one year, School Superintendent Gina Cinotti announced her retirement from the Saddle River School District on Wednesday.

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Back to School: Ridgewood and Glen Rock, first day of school is set for September 3rd

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Ridgewood NJ, as summer winds down, local students are gearing up to return to school. In both Ridgewood and Glen Rock, the first day of school is set for September 3, and in Ridgewood, it’s scheduled as a minimum day. Be sure to check with your district closer to the date for any last-minute changes.

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New Sidewalks on East Glen in Ridgewood to be Completed by Start of School

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Ridgewood NJ, according to the Village Manager Keith Kazmark, East Glen sidewalks are nearly complete and should be done before  the beginning of the new school year.

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Ridgewood Board of Education Meets Monday July 22 at 6pm

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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Board of Education meets on Monday July 22, 2024 at  6:00 PM for the Regular Public Meeting  at the Education Center.

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