Education
By CYNTHIA CUMMING
January 31, 2024
WEST ORANGE, NJ – In a special meeting of the Board of Education on Jan. 30, West Orange resident and long-time educator Dr. Dia Bryant was appointed by unanimous vote to fill the position vacated by Jennifer Tunnicliffe, who resigned on Jan. 4. 15 community members submitted letters of interest ...
Kean alumnus Robert Edmond relishes this time of year, when people flock to gyms determined to make good on their new year’s ‘get fit’ resolutions. Edmond owns a gym in West Orange, and building community around healthy habits is where he finds his bliss. Edmond, who graduated from Kean in 2000 ...
Scotch Plains – The JCC of Central NJ in Scotch Plains is hosting its annual Special Needs Resource Fair on Sunday, Feb. 25, from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. The JCC is located at 1391 Martine Avenue in Scotch Plains. The goal of the Special Needs Resource Fair is to help individuals with ...
ST. BONAVENTURE, NY — The American Revolution Experience Traveling Exhibition, an innovative pop-up exhibition featuring display panels and interactive kiosks that tell the story of the birth of the nation, opened Saturday at St. Bonaventure University’s Regina A. Quick Center for the ...
Jersey City, NJ (January 24, 2024) - Jersey City Medical Center, RWJBarnabas Health, and Liberty Science Center are recruiting 100+ judges to participate in the 2023-2024 Hudson County STEM Showcase—the largest science fair in Hudson County! The STEM Showcase is an annual event that ...
Jersey City, NJ (January 24, 2024) - Jersey City Medical Center, RWJBarnabas Health, and Liberty Science Center are recruiting 100+ judges to participate in the 2023-2024 Hudson County STEM Showcase—the largest science fair in Hudson County! The STEM Showcase is an annual event that ...
SOMERSET, NJ - Cedar Hill Preparatory School (CHP) is delighted to announce the extraordinary achievement of one of its fifth-grade students, who has emerged victorious with the prestigious gold medal at the IAC Regional Finals of the Science Bee. The outstanding student's dedication to ...
Immerse yourself in the legends, discover the magic and even try your hand at building a dragon at Liberty Hall Academic Center and Exhibition Hall at Kean University. Connect with the rich cultural heritage that has shaped our understanding of these extraordinary creatures in this new ...
Immerse yourself in the legends, discover the magic and even try your hand at building a dragon at Liberty Hall Academic Center and Exhibition Hall at Kean University. Connect with the rich cultural heritage that has shaped our understanding of these extraordinary creatures in this new ...
Artist Ricardo Roig ’08, Kean University alumnus and artist-in-residence, will reveal innovative works in his solo exhibition, Layers of Life, offering a wide range of mediums for all to see and experience, at the University. In celebration, Roig and his family also announced the Roig Family Art ...
RANDOLPH, NJ — County College of Morris (CCM) President Antony J. Iacono has been recognized consistently as an influencer in higher education by ROI-NJ, a highly respected business publication in the state. Iacono was included on ROI-NJ's Influencers: Power List 2024 – Higher Education. Iacono ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ – Attention all pre-school parents and guardians! The highly anticipated Mini Mountaineers Pre-School Program is thrilled to announce the commencement of registration for the upcoming academic year. To provide families with comprehensive information and seamless registration, the ...
WAYNE, NJ - To continue the district’s efforts to inform voters ahead of the March 12th bond referendum, Wayne Township Public Schools has established a new, dedicated section of its website. The public can find information about the proposed improvements, the “net” tax impact, ways to vote and ...
RANDOLPH, NJ — County College of Morris (CCM) President Antony J. Iacono has been recognized consistently as an influencer in higher education by ROI-NJ, a highly respected business publication in the state. Iacono was included on ROI-NJ's Influencers: Power List 2024 – Higher ...
Kean University is helping to spark a love of reading among Hillside children and families, joining forces with the township and Scholastic to provide culturally relevant books in “literacy hubs” placed around the community. The Division of Entrepreneurial Education Initiatives (EEI) at Kean ...
Kean University is helping to spark a love of reading among Hillside children and families, joining forces with the township and Scholastic to provide culturally relevant books in “literacy hubs” placed around the community. The Division of Entrepreneurial Education Initiatives (EEI) at Kean ...
Come and see what is happening at St. Anthony School. Our open house will run from 9:30-12:00, Sunday, Jan. 28. There will be information stations, guided tours by current students, hands-on activities, and a Book Fair! Join us for mass at 8:30 and watch our children lead the parish in ...
Artist Ricardo Roig ’08, Kean University alumnus and artist-in-residence, will reveal innovative works in his solo exhibition, Layers of Life, offering a wide range of mediums for all to see and experience, at the University. In celebration, Roig and his family also announced the Roig Family Art ...
WAYNE, NJ - On January 18, 2024, the Wayne Board of Education called on citizens to continue working together to advance the education of all students, as it recognized the contributions of colleagues throughout the state during School Board Recognition Month in New Jersey. “The Wayne Board of ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ - Come and see what is happening at St. Anthony School. Our open house will run from 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m. on Sunday, January 28. There will be information stations, guided tours by current students, hands-on activities, and a Book Fair! Join us for mass at 8:30 a.m., and watch our ...
The Diversity Council on Global Education and Citizenship at Kean University is a consortium of more than 130 school districts and community organizations dedicated to diversity, equity, and the pursuit of social justice. Diversity Council members participate in specialized programs designed to ...
The Diversity Council on Global Education and Citizenship at Kean University is a consortium of more than 130 school districts and community organizations dedicated to diversity, equity, and the pursuit of social justice. Diversity Council members participate in specialized programs designed to ...
Barbara George Johnson, J.D., vice president of external affairs and urban policy and research at Kean University, has devoted her career to creating ‘transformative’ public policy that improves peoples’ lives, with a special focus on the health of mothers, babies and families. She was recently ...
At the reorganization meeting of the Wayne Township Board of Education, held on January 4th, two new Board members, Mark Faber and Wendy Limandri, were seated based on the results of the November general election. Incumbent Donald Pavlak, Jr. was also sworn in after his successful re-election ...
Barbara George Johnson, J.D., vice president of external affairs and urban policy and research at Kean University, has devoted her career to creating "transformative" public policy that improves peoples’ lives, with a special focus on the health of mothers, babies and families. She was recently ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ – When Maria Vera was sworn in as the West Orange Board of Education’s newest member on Jan. 4, she stated, "I thank God, my family and my community for their support. I will work hard and put in the time to keep the name of West Orange high." Vera, a long-time community advocate ...
Sussex County Community College is proud to announce the 427 students who showed the academic achievement required to make the Dean’s List for the Fall 2023 semester. To be named on the Dean’s List, a student must have a semester (full-time students) or cumulative (part-time students) grade point ...
Kean University will welcome actress and author Tabitha Brown to share her inspiring message of positive change on Monday, January 29 as part of the President’s Distinguished Lecture Series. A New York Times bestselling author and Emmy Award-winning host, Brown will also sign copies of her new ...
Piscataway, NJ, January 22, 2024 – All 10 of Piscataway Township Schools have received the federal Energy Star designation for 2023 for their excellence in energy efficiency – the most of any school district in New Jersey. The label is awarded by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to ...
Kean University will welcome actress and author Tabitha Brown to share her inspiring message of positive change on Monday, January 29 as part of the President’s Distinguished Lecture Series. A New York Times bestselling author and Emmy Award-winning host, Brown will also sign copies of her new ...