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15 Morristown Area Students Make College Dean's, President's Lists
MORRISTOWN, NJ - Colleges continue to announce Spring 2024 semester Dean’s List and President's List that include students from the Morristown area. Morgan Mullins, Helena Kelly, Ben Chaplick, Jill Rosenfeld and Chase Gaudioso have all been named to the Dean's List at University of Rhode Island. To be included on the Dean's List, full-time students must have completed 12 or more credits for letter grades which are GPA applicable during a semester and achieved at least a 3.30 quality point average. Part-time students qualify with the accumulation of 12 or more credits for letter grades which are GPA...
Scholarship-Winning Musician and Rising Rahway High School Senior Not Wasting Any Time, Performs This Sunday
NEWARK, NJ — TAPinto Rahway just finished telling readers about Rahway High School rising senior Alex Kavlakian, the recent winner of the 10th Annual James Moody Jazz Scholarship for New Jersey. Kavlakian has been studying drums at the JAZZ HOUSE, a community arts organization that educates children through jazz, for the past two years. The annual James Moody Jazz Scholarship for New Jersey recognizes an outstanding high school student who embodies the qualities that NEA Jazz Master James Moody expressed throughout his life and music – musicianship, creativity, leadership, and community involvement. This award provides a $10,000 scholarship...
N.J. school board member tried to get her kid’s bullying suspension reversed, ethics board says
A school board member in Warren County tried to use her position to intervene when a harassment, intimidation and bullying complaint was filed against her child, according to an ethics complaint ruling by state officials. Lisa Moyer, a now-former member of the Allamuchy Township Board of Education, violated several sections...
N.J. school district appoints new superintendent after period of ‘turmoil’
A new superintendent has been appointed in the South Orange-Maplewood School District, seven months after the previous superintendent was removed amid complaints from families, teachers and education advocates. The school board voted Tuesday to name veteran educator Jason Bing as the Essex County school district’s superintendent under a four-year contract....
Chatham's Torch Run to Include Every School in Chatham for the 1st Time with the Addition of the Chatham Middle School, Milton
CHATHAM, NJ -- For the first time, the annual Chatham Torch Run will pass by every school in Chatham with the addition of the Chatham Middle School and Milton Avenue School for the Friday, June 7th run that benefits New Jersey Special Olympics. The run will kick off 9:30 a.m. at the Southern Boulevard School and the runners will traverse a 5.24-mile route that will take them past Chatham High, Lafayette, Washington, ECLC, Milton, and CMS before concluding back at CHS. Along the way, students will line the route cheering the runners on.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP...
Morris Knolls baseball becomes county's first team to win back-to-back state titles
HAMILTON − Morris Knolls tested the limits and accomplished what no other Morris County baseball program has done before. The Denville school etched its name into county lore on Saturday when it became the first Morris County school to win back-to-back state titles with an 11-3 victory over Delsea in the Group 3...
90-Year-Old Holocaust Survivor Speaks to Millburn Students
MILLBURN, NJ — Holocaust survivor Mark Schonwetter, 90, spoke to Mr. Ruddy's 9th-grade history classes at Millburn High School on May 31 and to the entire 5th-grade class at Washington School on June 4. He shared his experiences and told students that it’s imperative to feel love for others and not to hate. He travels to schools and corporations around the country to spread his message of kindness. When Mark Schonwetter was five years old, his parents and younger sister lived in Brzostek, Poland on their farm. Germany invaded and occupied Poland in 1939 . Mark’s father,...
Plainfield Public Schools Host Inaugural Cardinal Day Event
PLAINFIELD, NJ — On Saturday, June 1, the Plainfield Public Schools opened the month with an inaugural event at Plainfield High School—Mental Health Matters and Cardinal Day. This event, designed to celebrate community engagement, welcomed over 500 families and community members. Mental Health Matters and Cardinal Day provided an opportunity for Plainfield residents to discover more about Plainfield Public Schools and the offerings available within the district. Attendees had the chance to explore information booths highlighting various aspects of the district, including academic programs and support services.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER In addition to...
2024 Group 4 girls lacrosse final preview - No. 2 Morristown vs. No. 11 Kingsway
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Berkeley Heights BOE: School District Goals, Busing Update, and New Board Member Approved
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ – During the May 30 Board of Education meeting, the board received a presentation detailing the progress of the school district's objectives and a comprehensive update on the ongoing busing situation. Additionally, Kelly Hufnagel was unanimously approved by all seven board members as the new board member to fill the recently vacated seat left by Angela Penna. For further details on this appointment, click here.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER During the Superintendent’s Report at the recent Board of Education meeting, Acting Superintendent of Schools Robert Nixon introduced key members of the...
2 Millburn High School Seniors/EMTs Receive Honor for ‘Stop the Bleed’ Project
MILLBURN, NJ – Millburn High School (MHS) seniors, Jack Norbert and Raina Wang, are certified Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT) who have been operating a Stop the Bleed training program at MHS. The two students were honored with the Dr. J. Qualter Medical Service Award for training students on how to stop bleeding. The award is given to students who serve as EMS volunteers.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Their Stop the Bleed training program consists of using swim noodles and other items to teach students to use tourniquets to apply pressure. Last month was the 50th anniversary of National EMS Week, which recognizes the everyday impact of emergency medical personnel. Click HERE for more information about the Millburn-Short Hills Volunteer First Aid Squad or email info@mshvfas.org. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Still Time to Register for Immaculate Heart of Mary Summer Academy
SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ -- There is still time to register for Immaculate Heart of Mary (IHM)'s Summer Academy for children and youths in grades preschool four through eight. This formational program will provide young people with the opportunity to learn about their faith through lessons, art, music and experiences of prayer. The session will run from Sunday, June 23 until Tuesday, July 2 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, at 1571 Martine Ave., Scotch Plains. It will consist of two Sunday sessions (6/23 and 6/30) for parents and children running 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., and seven weekday sessions which will gather from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (6/24-28 and 7/1-2). CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER To find out more about this program and other offerings at Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, visit ihmparish.net or stop in and visit. If you have questions about Faith Formation, or need assistance with the registration process, email faithformation@ihmparish.net or call 908-889-2100. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
New Providence High School Athletes Sign Letters of Intent for Colleges
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ -- Seven Class of 2024 student-athletes signed there college letters of intent at a ceremony at New Providence High School on Thursday night. In addition to girls soccer player Gillian Poiesz (University of Memphis) and girls lacrosse player Cara Lawton (Bryant University), who both signed Division 1 letters in the fall but also took part in Thursday's ceremonies, the following Pioneers signed letters to attend colleges where they would continue their athletic careers:CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Robby Roth - Clark University - Baseball Roth led the Pioneers' pitching staff in...
WATCH: St. Augustine celebrates 3rd N-P A state title in 12-5 win over Delbarton
For a third time in program history, St. Augustine is a state champion. The Hermits took down the top-ranked team in the NJ.com Top 20 in a 12-5 effort, highlighted by an 11-run third inning. Watch the final out of the game here as Hermits pitcher Matt Kouser records the...
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