Former Delaware Child Care Teacher Charged After Investigation Into Abuse of 3-Year-Old
State police allege a former teacher at a Newark child care center lifted a 3-year-old by the neck and forcefully grabbed his wrist, leaving the child with injuries. Newark, DE – A…
New Jersey Democrats Want to Order School Districts on When They Can and Can’t Have Spring Break Recess
New Jersey spring break bill would guide school calendar decisions statewide Trenton, NJ – A proposal introduced in the New Jersey Legislature would require the state’s top education official to recommend when…
Upper Freehold and Maplewood School Districts Could Be Held Liable for Teacher Sexual Abuses Cases Judge Rules
Ruling allows claims to proceed under Child Victims Act, reshaping liability rules. Trenton, N.J. – The New Jersey Supreme Court has ruled that public school districts may face liability in lawsuits involving…
Newark school funding scandal grows as state leaders ask for federal investigation into $287 million COVID relief spending
State legislators cite oversight failures and unmet student support goals. Trenton, N.J. – Three New Jersey lawmakers are calling for a federal investigation into how Newark Public Schools spent nearly $287 million…
Another New Jersey school district warns of deep cuts as state funding shortfall grows under Mikie Sherrill
Robbinsville, N.J. – A growing budget crisis is pushing another New Jersey school district toward potential program cuts, staffing losses, and the elimination of student activities, as local leaders warn the latest…
Police investigate incident at Willingboro High School, heavy presence reported
Willingboro police urge public to avoid high school during active investigation Willingboro, NJ – Police are actively investigating an incident at Willingboro High School, prompting a significant law enforcement presence and a…
Thomas More Society warns New Jersey school board of lawsuit over transgender policy
Legal group gives district 20 days to rescind Policy 5756 or face federal litigation. Washington Township, NJ – The Westwood Regional School District is facing a potential federal lawsuit after a national…
As Newark Schools Party with Billions of Dollars, Districts Like Jefferson are Closing Schools and Facing Financial Crisis
A growing funding dispute highlights stark contrasts between school districts as layoffs and program cuts loom in Morris County. Jefferson Township, NJ – A heated debate over New Jersey’s school funding formula…
Asbury Park school teacher says district promotes women and minorities over white men in shocking lawsuit
“Monmouth County complaint claims teacher denied promotions based on race and gender.” Asbury Park, NJ – A longtime Asbury Park teacher has filed a discrimination lawsuit against the city’s Board of Education,…
Manchester school bus crash lawsuit alleges driver ran stop sign, injuring motorist
“Ocean County complaint targets Board of Education after intersection collision.” Manchester, NJ – A Manchester Township resident has filed a civil lawsuit against the local Board of Education and a school bus…
Brick school injury case settles for $57,500, court approves minor’s claim
“Ocean County judge signs off on settlement tied to alleged school negligence.” Brick, NJ – A lawsuit filed on behalf of a young child injured at a Brick Township school has been…
Prince George’s County student charged after gun and knife found in school fight
A hallway altercation at Suitland High School escalated into a weapons incident, leading to charges against two students. Prince George’s County, MD – An 18-year-old student has been charged after a handgun…
Cumberland police clear Allegany High School after threat traced out of state
A morning bomb threat prompted a full lockdown and evacuation of Allegany High School before investigators determined there was no active danger. Cumberland, MD – Allegany High School was secured and students…
Cherry Hill School District sues reporter for asking too many questions and want to ban him from asking more
Cherry Hill school district sues reporter over OPRA requests, seeks filing ban Cherry Hill, NJ – And they would have gotten away with it, if not for those meddling kids. Now, they’re…
Urgent need for more funding for private religious schools in New Jersey amid rise in Anti-Israel sentiment
NJ lawmakers pressed to boost security aid for private religious schools LAKEWOOD, NJ – A leading advocacy group for Jewish schools in New Jersey is urging lawmakers to increase state funding for…
Police response near Jackson middle school prompts alert, no threat found
Initial reports of armed individual trigger rapid response before incident traced to nearby home. Jackson, NJ – A reported armed individual prompted a heightened police response near the Jackson Township middle school…
New Rochelle man arrested for threats targeting schools superintendent
Court issues protection order barring contact with district buildings New Rochelle, NY – A Westchester County man has been arrested after police say he made threats against the New Rochelle Schools Superintendent,…
Rutgers revamps MBA accounting program with fewer credits and added flexibility
New program design aims to cut costs and align accounting education with evolving industry demands. Newark, NJ – Rutgers Business School has overhauled its long-standing MBA in Professional Accounting program, reducing credit…
NYC wins tuition case as court rejects parents’ private online school claim
A federal judge rules the placement failed to meet a disabled student’s educational needs. New York, NY – A federal judge has ruled in favor of the New York City Department of…
Judge blocks school district’s request for student medical exams in special education dispute
A federal court allows limited record access but denies invasive exams in disability case. Newark, NJ – A federal judge has denied a request by the Freehold Regional High School District Board…
Chesapeake police arrest 60-year-old after disturbance at school bus stop
Man restrained by bystanders before officers arrived in South Norfolk incident Chesapeake, VA – A man was taken into custody Friday morning after witnesses say he caused a disturbance at a school…