Schools

TRENTON, NJ—New Jersey school districts and schools are often criticized for being too top-heavy. Some schools have multiple assistant superintendents and other layers of administration, and a bill in the …

TOMS RIVER, NJ—For decades, Toms River has had three high schools: Toms River North, Toms River South, and Toms River East. Those schools saw the population grow from about 60,000 …

TOMS RIVER, NJ—The Toms River Regional Schools district has been granted permission by the New Jersey Department of Education to proceed with a referendum that could extend its territory to …

New Legislation Establishes 24-Hour School Safety Hotline TRENTON, NJ – A newly introduced bill mandates the Division of State Police to establish and maintain a 24-hour toll-free hotline dedicated to …

New Jersey Assembly Bill No. 4835 Simplifies School Bus Operation Requirements TRENTON, NJ – The Assembly Transportation and Independent Authorities Committee has favorably reported on Assembly Bill No. 4835, a …

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ—The Jackson Township Council has approved a resolution supporting the Jackson School District’s ongoing financial battle against the state of New Jersey. Town leaders and community members welcomed …

FREDERICK, MD – The Frederick Police Department reported a swift response to a potential threat at Frederick Community College last night. At 7:14 PM, the police were alerted by a …

HAMILTON TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Township of Hamilton Police Department has apprehended Shawn C. Nguyen, a 44-year-old man from Egg Harbor Township, after a comprehensive investigation that started in June …

NORFOLK COUNTY, MA – Authorities have apprehended a 12-year-old in connection with threats of a mass shooting directed at Coakley Middle School and Norwood High School in Norfolk County. The …

NEWARK, NJ – Newark’s 3rd Precinct Community Service Officer S. Pereira and School Resource Officer R. Charles, in collaboration with Annie Ferreira, a Senior Aide from the Mayor’s office, participated …

TRENTON, NJ – A bill introduced in New Jersey seeks to alter the requirements for teacher candidates aspiring to obtain an instructional certificate with an elementary school teacher endorsement. The …

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ — Rutgers University remains one of the few colleges in the United States, and the last in New Jersey, to require COVID-19 vaccinations for its students. This …

STAFFORD TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Stafford Township Police Department was called to Oxycocus Elementary School, located at 250 Route 9 North, following a report of a structure fire. Officers arriving …

ESSEX COUNTY, NJ – Ahmed Mahgoub, 65, owner of F&A Transportation, admitted guilt on charges related to the employment of unfit drivers and the operation of hazardous buses for children’s …

MANASQUAN, NJ – There’s a big problem in high school sports in New Jersey and that is the blown call by referees in a recent playoff game between Camden and …

BRICK, NJ – The Mayor’s Student Advisory Committee is set to host the Annual Brick Hero Awards this Friday, March 8. This prestigious event recognizes the exceptional efforts of Brick …

LUSBY, MD – The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office investigated a potential threat to Patuxent High School on Friday. An anonymous social media post suggesting a threat led to immediate law …

LIVINGSTON, NJ — The Livingston Public Schools community is advised of a calendar modification for Monday, April 8, 2024, due to the solar eclipse scheduled from approximately 3:00 – 4:00 …

WALL TOWNSHIP, NJ — Assemblyman Sean Kean is taking legislative action to introduce a bill that would enable game clock review in high-stakes high school sports games. This move comes …

GEORGETOWN, DE — Delaware State Police have apprehended 19-year-old Gerod Sturgis of Georgetown in relation to a shooting at Sussex Central High School last week. The incident, which occurred on …

TOMS RIVER, NJ—Staff members from Toms River Regional Schools’ three high schools have recently completed their First Aid certification, focusing on mental health. The certification, achieved during a professional development …

TRENTON, NJ – At the New Jersey Meet of Champions held over the past weekend, a team of swimmers from High School South made history by breaking the school’s longstanding …

TOMS RIVER, NJ—Toms River Regional Schools Superintendent Michael Citta recently addressed the pressing issue of state aid allocations for public school districts, revealing the district’s financial challenges. During a conversation, …

TRENTON, NJ – The New Jersey legislature is seeking to remove a basic teaching certification that will expand the number of eligible teachers in the Garden State. A recent bill …

Jackson Township Mayor Criticizes New Jersey School Funding Cuts JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ—It’s no secret that the new S2 funding formula hurts school districts and students in many majority Republican-leaning towns. …