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Spotswood High School's Cole Frost and Kate Acheampong Named Greater Middlesex Conference Scholar Athletes
SPOTSWOOD, NJ - Seniors Cole Frost and Kate Acheampong were named Greater Middlesex Conference Scholar Athletes for their achievements on and off the field. Frost is a member of the Chargers cross-country and baseball programs. Acheampong is a member of the girls' tennis team and the Chargers track and field program. The GMC's Scholar Athlete program recognizes the contributions of a male and female student-athlete from each of its member schools every spring. Recipients must excel in the classroom, athletics and volunteerism. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Shore high school dance team attains goal 'we've been working so hard for'
Marlboro High School dance team members cheered and screamed in excitement as their name was called as a finalist at the Universal Dance Association National Dance Team Championship in Orlando, Florida earlier this year. It was a breakthrough moment for a team with a goal “that we’ve been working so...
WATCH: Toddler steals the show, helps mom graduate at Princeton University
PRINCETON, N.J. — A toddler stole the show during a recent graduation ceremony at Princeton University by "helping" his mom graduate on stage. Watch video of the graduation ceremony in the player above. A video, that has since gone viral, shows 3-year-old Julian helping to place a hood on...
RETRACTION: East Brunswick Yearbook Advisor Update
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - TAPinto East Brunswick has edited an article related to the current controversy over the East Brunswick High School yearbook. Initially, TAP posted the names of Rachael Roman and Joann Mariani, long-time EBHS teachers, as the advisors to the yearbook. Shortly after the publication of this initial article, TAP removed these teachers' names immediately after being informed that the information was incorrect. These teachers are not the advisors of this year's yearbook. They are not connected in any way to this publication this year.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER This information used by TAPinto East Brunswick was based on an outdated listing on the East Brunswick Public Schools website which has since been removed. Due to this posting, at least one of these teachers has been getting hostile communications from members of the community. TAPinto East Brunswick apologizes for making this error and has spoken with one of the teachers personally. TAP will refer to the current advisor of the yearbook only following a full information disclosure made by the Board of Education and the administration. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
WHRHS Prom 2024: Watchung Hills Students Ready for Senior Prom and Graduation
WARREN, NJ - On Thursday night, prom frenzy reached its peak as the Watchung Hills Regional High School Senior Prom was held at The Hyatt in New Brunswick. Promposals and preparations are done, and it was time to enjoy a night of pictures, dancing, and most importantly, making memories before everyone embarks on the next chapter in their lives.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER (click through photo gallery above for photos!) And for the first time, this year the PTO hosted a pre prom photo op at the school. For many parents, the 2024 prom was just...
No. 1 Old Bridge completes perfect season with Group 4 championship
The journey for Old Bridge began during the summer. The goal was laid out -- get back to the top of the state. In 2023, the Knights had a streak of four consecutive state titles snapped with a loss in the South, Group 4 final. An experienced team returned with a chip on their shoulder and went to work doing what they love.
EBHS Alumnus Jeff Kosseff Discusses Freedom of Speech & Misinformation with AP IPLE Students
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - On June 5, students in Marc Mondry’s AP IPLE class had a zoom conference with professor, author, and EBHS alumnus Jeff Kosseff. A 1996 graduate of EBHS, Kosseff is an associate professor of cybersecurity law at the United States Naval Academy. Funded by aCLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER grant from the East Brunswick Education Foundation, students were able to read Kosseff’s recent book, Liar in a Crowded Theater: Freedom of Speech in a World of Misinformation, and then ask Kosseff many questions about freedom of speech, social media, and regulation of misinformation. Kosseff was especially thrilled to speak with students in the IPLE program, since he was part of itDOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE. and noted that the course expanded his thinking in important ways. He also noted that the kind of civics education found in East Brunswick schools leads to a better “marketplace of ideas” as the world becomes noisier. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
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...
Mawbey School Kids Donate 461 Boxes of Cereal to ‘We Feed Woodbridge’
WOODBRIDGE, NJ — Youngsters at the Mawbey Street School donated 461 boxes of cereal to the town’s “We Feed Woodbridge” program this week, but not before they had a little fun with their collection. And for fun, we’re talking about an awesome game of dominoes across their gymnasium and down its hallways at the 275 Mawbey Street school building. Our photo package tells the story much better than words ever could.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The Mawbey Street School’s 350 kindergarten-to-5th graders got a lesson from We Feed Woodbridge Director Peter Barcellona earlier...
Prom 2024: Bishop Patrick V. Ahern High School (23 photos)
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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...
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
Boys basketball: Karl Towns returns to coaching at St. Joseph-Metuchen
Ten years ago, Karl Towns stepped away from coaching high school basketball at Piscataway Vo-Tech to focus on supporting his son’s journey to hardwood stardom. Now that Karl-Anthony Towns is an established NBA all-star with the Minnesota Timberwolves, “Big Karl” is returning to the high school hoops coaching ranks. And he’s doing it at a familiar place – his son’s alma mater.
Four Holmdel High School Athletes Win Gold at NJ State Track and Field Sectionals
HOLMDEL, NJ - The Holmdel High School Track and Field Team continues their incredible season! In the recent Central Jersey Group 2 Sectional Championship, 4 Hornets earned Gold medals and the girls team placed 2nd overall, an impressive feat against one of the strongest teams in the state. Below are Holmdel's Sectional Champions:CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Sophia Laudi secured 1st place in the Javelin with a throw of 125'-3", ranking 1st in Group 2 and 5th in New Jersey. Julia Saporito achieved 1st place in the Discus with a throw of 125 '2 ", setting a new...
Girls on the Run Program Promotes Self-Esteem Among New Brunswick Girls
NEW BRUNSWICK – Two lines of girls raced toward the center of the courtyard at the Blanquita B. Valenti Community School one afternoon last week. And, when they met in the middle, they shared brief glimpses of when brightest shines their star power – their code word for self-esteem. “My star power shines when I help other people,” said a girl sporting a Billie Eilish concert T-shirt.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER “My star power shines when I do good in school,” said another girl with pink sneakers. “When my star power shines, I feel...
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