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New Jersey Schools Clash Over Student Cell Phone Bans as Statewide Policy Stalls

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With the new school year just weeks away, New Jersey school districts are taking matters into their own hands over student cell phone use—while the state stalls on creating uniform rules

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Ridgewood NJ, Governor Phil Murphy called for a statewide ban on student cell phones during his State of the State address in January, citing classroom distractions and social media’s negative impact on mental health. The resulting bills, S3695/A4882, however, would only require the Commissioner of Education to draft guidelines within 90 days—if passed.

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Ridgewood BOE Considers $4.28M Artificial Turf Projects Amid Public Health and Environmental Concerns

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — In the wake of a New York Times front-page exposé highlighting the widespread use of artificial turf across New Jersey, residents of Ridgewood may want to take a closer look at their own backyard. The Ridgewood Board of Education (BOE) is currently evaluating a plan to install artificial turf fields at three local schools—without fully assessing the long-term health, environmental, and financial consequences.

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Ridgewood School District Issues Safety Warning During Summer Construction at Ridge & Glen Elementary Schools

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — The Ridgewood Public School District is urging residents to stay away from Ridge Elementary School and the Glen School this summer while important construction projects are underway.

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Ridgewood High School Class of 2025 Graduates at 130th Annual Commencement Ceremony

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — June 20, 2025 — The Ridgewood High School (RHS) Class of 2025 officially graduated on Thursday, June 19, during the school’s 130th Annual Commencement Ceremony, held on the campus of Ridgewood High School.

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Village of Ridgewood Safe Routes to School Project

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Ridgewood NJ, the Village of Ridgewood invites community members to attend a public review session for the Safe Routes to School (SRTS) project. This federally funded initiative—administered through the NJDOT Local Aid Safe Routes to School Program—aims to improve walking and biking conditions for students across Ridgewood.

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Ridgewood 5th Grader Nathan Yu Earns National Recognition at U.S. Geography Championships in Orlando

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Ridgewood NJ, Benjamin Franklin Middle School 5th grader Nathan Yu has made his hometown proud by finishing 5th in the nation at the U.S. Geography Championships in Orlando, Florida. The young geography whiz also advanced to the semifinals of the U.S. Geography Bee and reached the quarterfinals of the National Geography Bee, cementing his place among the top geography students in the country.

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Ridgewood High School’s Applied Engineering Club Continues Winning Streak at STEAM Tank Challenge

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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood High School’s Applied Engineering Club had a banner year in 2025, continuing its tradition of innovation, collaboration, and competition success. Under the leadership of senior president Maggie Zhou and a team of 11 senior leaders, the club grew to an impressive 250 members, forming 30 unique project teams.

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Electrical Transformer Damaged Outside Ridgewood Public Schools Admin Building

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Ridgewood NJ, a minor vehicle accident early Friday morning, May 30, led to the leak of hazardous material and temporary power disruption at the Ridgewood Public Schools Administrative Building on Cottage Place.

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Ridgewood Eyes Community School Model: A Political Shift in Public Education?

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Ridgewood NJ, as New Jersey continues to reshape public education, Ridgewood Public Schools may soon become the first district in Bergen County to embrace the Community School model—a structure already implemented in Paterson and Newark as part of their agreement with Governor Phil Murphy to restore local control after decades of state oversight.

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Ridgewood School Board Election: One Seat Up for Grabs This November

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Ridgewood NJ,  if you’re hoping to see change on the Ridgewood Board of Education, now is your chance. One seat will be on the ballot in the November 2025 election, and the process to get on that ballot is simple.

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Ridgewood BOE Approves 2025-2026 Budget With Decrease in Average Homeowner Taxes

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📍 Location: Ridgewood, NJ
🗓️ Date Approved: April 22, 2025
💰 Total Budget: $130,989,166
📉 Tax Impact: Decrease of $80.90 per average assessed home

Ridgewood School Budget for 2025-2026 Officially Approved

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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Board of Education (BOE) officially adopted its 2025–2026 school budget during a public hearing and vote held at the April 22, 2025 meeting. Richard Matthews, Business Administrator and Board Secretary, led the detailed budget presentation outlining financial highlights and community impact.

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Ridgewood Board of Education Meeting April 28, 2025

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Ridgewood NJ , the Ridgewood Board of Education will hold its next public meeting on Monday, April 28, 2025, from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Education Center, located at 49 Cottage Place, Ridgewood.

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Ridgewood Unveils $64.8M Municipal Budget for 2025: What Residents Need to Know

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Ridgewood NJ,  the Village of Ridgewood released details of its proposed $64.8 million municipal budget for 2025, highlighting key infrastructure investments and setting the stage for a public hearing and council vote scheduled for May 14 at 7:30 p.m.

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Ridgewood Middle Schoolers Dominate Certamen Regionals, Advance to State Competition

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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood’s middle school students showcased their classical knowledge in a big way earlier this month, sweeping the Certamen Regionals at Princeton! Competing primarily against high school students, these young scholars proved their expertise in Latin, Greek, and classical civilizations.

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