….But most current female officers interviewed said those stereotypes did not play out in the field. “We have some men that are the first ones we would put in with difficult people because they are such good communicators,” said Jacqueline Luthcke, who is chief of the Ridgewood, N.J., Police Department….
Ridgewood NJ, Monday A customer of the Starbucks located at 363 Route 17, Ridgewood departed without his laptop computer bag, which resulted in a temporary evacuation of the facility and a response by Ridgewood PD & FD units on Monday, 09/26 when a passing police supervisor noticed the unattended package. However, prior to the arrival of the Bergen County Sheriff’s Office Bomb Squad unit, the customer returned for his property. An all clear was given after the bag was inspected; police subsequently reopened the parking lot and allowed employees to return inside the establishment.
FAQ on Full-Day Kindergarten: Public Vote is November 8 Public Presentations are October 5 and 27 at 7 p.m.
The November 8 election ballot will include a question for residents about implementing full-day Kindergarten (FDK) in Ridgewood. Public presentations will be held on FDK at 7 p.m.. at BFMS on Wednesday, October 5 and at GWMS on Thursday, October 27. To learn more about full-day Kindergarten, please click here for the FAQ sheet. Please click here to view other FDK documents, located in the Full-day Kindergarten Exploratory Committee folder on the Curriculum web page.
interesting read …..
Study finds improved self-regulation in kindergartners who wait a year to enroll
October 7, 2015
By May Wong
The new Stanford study found improved self-regulation in children who delayed kindergarten by a year.
A new research paper co-authored by Professor Thomas Dee finds strong evidence of mental health benefits in delaying kindergarten.
A new study on the mental health effects of kindergarten enrollment ages found strong evidence that a one-year delay dramatically improves a child’s self-regulation abilities even into later childhood.
According to the study co-authored by Stanford Graduate School of Education Professor Thomas Dee, children who started kindergarten a year later showed significantly lower levels of inattention and hyperactivity, which are jointly considered a key indicator of self regulation. The beneficial result was found to persist even at age 11.
“We found that delaying kindergarten for one year reduced inattention and hyperactivity by 73 percent for an average child at age 11,” Dee said, “and it virtually eliminated the probability that an average child at that age would have an ‘abnormal,’ or higher-than-normal rating for the inattentive-hyperactive behavioral measure.”
Findings from the study, which Dee co-authored with Hans Henrik Sievertsen of the Danish National Centre for Social Research, could help parents in the recurring debate over the pros and cons of a later school entry.
Though many children in developed countries now start their formal schooling at an older age, a growing body of empirical studies could neither conclusively point to improved test scores nor higher incomes from a delayed kindergarten entry, the study stated.
Dee and Sievertsen’s research, however, provides new evidence instead on mental health aspects that are predictors of educational outcomes.
In the psychology realm, the measure of inattention and hyperactivity – the mental health traits behind Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder – effectively reflects the concept of self regulation. A higher level of self regulation, which describes a person’s ability to control impulses and modulate behavior in attaining goals, is commonly linked to student achievement.
Photo from left to right: Mary Micale Foundation President; Bart Lidsky owner of Hammer and Nail, Sponsor; Linda Hannafey Foundation Treasurer; Jody Irwin Foundation Secretary; Paul McCarthy Foundation Vice President; and Janis Fuhrman, Sponsor.
September 26,2016
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Ridgewood NJ, Oktoberfest is THIS Saturday 10/1/16 at the Hermitage. The Ridgewood Education Foundation is hosting their second Oktoberfest to raise funds to support educational grants across the district. Tickets are still available but going fast! The Dad’s Night band is playing! Great food and drinks. Lots of amazing raffle and auction items to bid on. To order your tickets go to www.foundationoktoberfest.com.
Don’t delay! Time is running out. It’s a great event for a great cause.
Click here to view the superintendent’s Opening of School Report 2016, containing statistics and summaries on enrollment, curriculum, facilities and technology
BOE-REA Sign Memorandum of Agreement
The Board of Education and the REA negotiating teams signed a Memorandum of Agreement at 12:15 AM on September 13, 2016 concluding negotiations on a 3-year contract for the period July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2018. Terms of the agreement will be released after the REA members have ratified the contract and the Board of Education approves the contract.
BOE Meets on September 26, 2016 at 7:30 p.m.
The Ridgewood Board of Education will hold a Regular Public Meeting on Monday, September 26, 2016 at 7:30 p.m.The meeting will be held in the Board Room at the Education Center, 49 Cottage Place. The public is invited to attend the meeting or view it live via the district website at www.ridgewood.k12.nj.us using the “Live BOE Meeting” tab on the district website, or on Fios tv channel 33 or Optimum 77.
Click here to view the agenda for the September 26, 2016 Regular Public Meeting.
Click here to view the 2016-2017 Budget presented at the May 2, 2016 Regular Public Meeting.
Click here to view the Full Day Kindergarten Recommendation presented to the Board at their March 7, 2016 Regular Public Meeting.
Ridgewood NJ, once again a group of residents is gathering signatures , “Please add my name to the Motion of Complaint against the Planning Board”. October 4th the Planning Board will be reviewing the resident complaint that could challenge the prior vote for high density regarding several serious conflicts of interest.
We need your help once again with protecting our Village from high density developers.
On Tuesday, October 4th the Planning Board will be reviewing the resident complaint that could challenge the prior vote for high density regarding several serious conflicts of interest and we need to keep the pressure on.
If you haven’t already, it is important to take the time to read the complaint and add your name to the petition. You can do so by:
1) Using the below dropbox link to open up the complaint. 2) Print out the signing page of the attached petition letter and sign it. 3) Either scan or take a jpeg snapshot of the autographed signing page with your phone and email it to: myself, Mayor Knudsen, Planning Board Secretary Cafarelli and Planning Board Attorney Christopher Martin:
4) In the subject heading write “Please add my name to the Motion of Complaint against the Planning Board” 5) Forward this email/attachments to everyone you know in town.
photos courtesy of the Ridgewood High School Band Facebook page
September 25,2016
the staff of the Ridgewood bog
Ridgewood NJ, The RHS band got off to a great start for the season with a very impressive showing at the
Northern Valley Old Tappan Invitational. Taking First Place over all, Best Color,Best Music,Best Overall Effect,
Best Visual,Best Percussion and an overall Score 80.050.
The Ridgewood High School Band Program is renowned as one of New Jersey’s top comprehensive music programs, and is Bergen County’s largest band program with over 200 students involved each year. The Impressive array of curricular and co-curricular ensembles is organized in a logical sequence of instruction, which helps each student develop his or her talent and ability while maintaining the highest standards of performance. Each of our performing ensembles and related groups has received superior ratings at festivals and competitions around the country in all areas of band performance, from concert band to jazz ensemble, and chamber music to marching band. Our reputation for quality music performances is second only to the reputation we enjoy for the outstanding quality of young adults who pass through our ensembles.
The band program enjoys a history nearly a century old. During the past decade, Ridgewood High School band students have performed in major venues ranging from Lincoln Center’s Alice Tully Hall, one of the worlds most prestigious concert halls, to the famed Jack Morton Auditorium in Washington DC and New York City’s Madison Square Garden. Our groups have appeared at colleges and universities including Harvard University, George Mason University, and the University of Southern California, and have worked with some of the music world’s greatest composers, conductors, and solo performers.
The Band Program is just one facet of the award winning music department at Ridgewood High School, which has been named a Grammy Arts School in 1998-1999 and again in 2003-2004. The Band Program is particularly proud to have played an important role in the Nation Association of Music Merchants decision to name Ridgewood one of the “Best communities for Music Education in America.” Other awards have included NJAJE Finalist status for both jazz ensembles, more than a dozen appearances at the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center’s Young Musicians Concert, and a return for the Marching Band to the top five at the USBands National Championships at MetLife Stadium. Individually, members of the Ridgewood High School Bands are chosen annually to perform in honors ensembles at the county, regional, and state level.
Well this is off subject but I do not know where else to post it. The Ridgewood News today has a great article about the high density housing fight. A lawsuit indicates that Pucciarelli should have recused way earlier than he did. When asked by the reporter to comment Mr. Pucciarelli declined. Love it. Mr. Big talker who could not shut up ever when he was on the dais now has his mouth shut. Have a crappy weekend Big Al the Developers Pal.
For some, free speech is only good when they agree with it… otherwise it should be deleted.
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Its one thing to oppose speech with other speech. This is the essence of free speech – an exchange of ideas and opinions – even those you find offensive. Freedom is inherently messy. Authoritarianism is inherently neat, but also repressive.
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Freedom also means including everyone – another basic tenant – even those who are “below the standard”. Some might say that the definition of freedom (speech or otherwise) IS the inclusion of those who are “below the standard”. Let’s not forget that in a free society, “the standard” is a naturally occurring measure which is based on ALL participants. In a repressive society, the standard is arbitrarily set.
Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood PD, FD, and EMS units responded to a reported “pedestrian struck” at the intersection of Godwin Avenue and Sherman Place on the evening of Saturday, 09/23. EMS & FD personnel, with the assistance of a paramedic team from The Valley Hospital, attended to an adult male who was critically injured in the incident. He was transported by ambulance to Hackensack University Medical Center’s (HUMC) main campus. A second patient, a young female, sustained only minor injuries, but was also transported by ambulance to a hospital. Godwin Avenue between West Ridgewood Avenue and Ackerman Avenue remained closed as of 2130 hours due to an on-going accident investigation in connection with the incident.
• Rockin’ Fall Fashion Runway Show
• October 1 Noon to 1pm
• Little Skye Children’s Boutique, 171 East Ridgewood Avenue
• Everyone is invited to watch your friends’ and neighbors’ kids rock the runway wearing the trendiest fall fashions.
Join us on October 1, from noon to 1pm at the Little Skye Children’s Boutique. All attendees will be treated to scrumptious baby cakes courtesy of Cupcakes by Carousel. Panico Salon will transform the children — making them runway ready. The boutique is offering an exclusive 15% off all non-sale merchandise that day only.
Little Skye has distinguished itself with a carefully curated selection of fashions at all price levels from over 60 independent international designers. Designers include Mim Pi, Joah Love, Chaser, Splendid, Miki Miette, Appaman, Mayoral, Egg Baby, Siaomimi and Anthem of the Antscan. Little Skye is located at 171 East Ridgewood Avenue in Ridgewood, NJ. More information about the boutique and clothing can be found athttps://littleskyechildrensboutique.com or by calling (201) 645-3132.
• Little Skye Children’s Boutique
• 201.645.3132
• [email protected]
• https://littleskyechildrensboutique.com/
Ridgewood NJ, Don’t miss the second annual Good Life Ridgewood- Wellness Festival 9.25.16 in Van Neste Square! For more information [email protected]
The Mayor’s Wellness Festival. The program goal is to bring attention to Ridgewood as a destination for healthy living and wellness.
Come for the free yoga, stay for the great performances and the best wellness vendors in Ridgewood and beyond! The Good Life Ridgewood Wellness Festival has it all! Join us this Sunday 11-3 in Memorial Park at Van Neste Square
11:00am Yoga Flow with Active Life Fusion
12:00 – 12:30 Art of Motion – Dance Ensemble
12:30 – 1:00 Musical Performers from Ridgewood
1:00 – 1:30 The Jig Factory – Ridgewood Irish Dance Academy
1:30 – 2:00 Ridgewood High School Students – Musical Soloists – Vocals & Guitarists
2:00 – 2:30 Taekwondo All In – Demonstration
2:30 – 3:00 Ridgewood High School Varsity Cheer Squad
Through the Good Life Ridgewood Festival, local businesses will connect with residents to foster long-lasting relationships, while energizing and empowering our community.
The event will be held Sunday, September 25, 2016 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Van Neste Square Memorial Park. The first of its kind to be held in Ridgewood, this festival will bring residents, visitors, businesses, and professionals together to show off what our community has to offer: social services, health lifestyle businesses, healthy places for kids, mental health services, alternative medicine, local medical/dental specialists, nutritionists, and much, much more.
Good Life Ridgewood is self-funding—meaning no Village of Ridgewood funds are being spent to bring this exciting event to our town.
If you are interested in sponsorship/participation Do not hesitate to email the executive committee at [email protected].
(Pictured from left): Nancy Barrett-Fajardo, Director, Medical/Surgical Services, The Valley Hospital; Martin Kafafian, CIANJ Chairman Valley Receives Best Practice Award from CIANJ and COMMERCE Magazine
September 24,2016
the sstaff of the Ridgewood bog
Ridgewood NJ, The Valley Hospital was recently recognized with a Best Practice Award by The Commerce and Industry Association of New Jersey (CIANJ) and COMMERCE Magazine. The award winners were chosen from a total of 100 submissions from chief-executive-officers, managing partners and business owners. The award’s focus is on leadership and collaboration and the submissions were judged based on which were the most clever, extraordinary and innovative.
Valley’s winning submission was one of a select few chosen by a panel of judges including Dennis Bone, Director, Feliciano Center for Entrepreneurship at Montclair State University; Rob Field, Former Commander, U.S. Navy Blue Angels flight squad; Bill Hanson, President, NAI James E. Hanson; Debbie Hart, President, BioNJ; Dean Paranicas, President and CEO, Healthcare Institute of New Jersey; and Siamack Shojai, Dean, William Paterson University.
The Ridgewood Public Library has no business getting involved in a performing arts center. They are not the village Entertainment Center.
They are trying to build up their numbers by hosting book clubs, cooking clubs and other hobby clubs. What is the purpose of a library? They need to evolve to electronic information – if that even makes sense.
A performing Arts Center should use private funds. Create a nonprofit and give it a go. Government should not be in the entertainment business. And opera and ballet are entertainment.
