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Achieve Foundation Celebrates 2025-26 Volunteer Tutors
1+ hour, 54+ min ago (141+ words) From The Achieve Foundation of South Orange and Maplewood: "Our volunteers play a vital role in helping students build confidence, develop strong study habits, and reach their academic goals," said Ms. Harris. "Their dedication, along with the commitment of our…...
Coming In June: Teen Summer Workshops at the South Orange Maplewood Adult School
1+ mon, 2+ day ago (284+ words) From The South Orange-Maplewood Adult School: Summer is just around the corner and if you're looking for a creative plan for your teen, the South Orange-Maplewood Adult School has you covered." Here are the workshops we're offering:" Film Workshops " JUNE…...
Final 2025-26 Strategic Planning Session for South Orange-Maplewood Schools is Monday, May 11
1+ mon, 2+ day ago (208+ words) The South Orange-Maplewood School District will hold its next Strategic Planning session on Monday, May 11, at 6: 30 p. m. in the Columbia High School Media Center. According to the District, the strategic planning sessions are meant "to bring together parents, staff and community…...
Local Art Programs Give Kids Space Away from Screens to Develop Creativity
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (658+ words) Technology is a part of daily life for many kids today. From schoolwork to entertainment, screens are almost always within reach. But many parents and educators say kids need more than just technology; they need space to be creative, explore…...
Countering Complaints, Student Athletes and Others Voice Support For District's Athletics Director
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South Orange-Maplewood Schools Tech Policy Goal: Reclaim the 'Human' Element of Education
2+ mon, 1+ day ago (463+ words) In effort to reduce students" screen time and distractions at school, the South Orange-Maplewood School District will implement changes to its technology use policies next year, further limiting the use of Chromebooks and cell phones as well as internet access....
Columbia High Students Explore Backstage Careers at NJPAC's Backstage Pathways Open House
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (223+ words) 38 South Orange Maplewood School District theater and music technology students participate in hands-on technical theater workshops at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center From the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC): The field trip was made possible through the dedicated…...
In Letter, South Orange-Maplewood Schools Supt Addresses Rise in Student Mental Health Challenges
3+ mon, 3+ week ago (168+ words) In the wake of recent deaths of two students, South Orange-Maplewood Superintendent of Schools Jason Bing sent a letter via email to parents on Thursday explaining how the District is addressing a rise in mental health issues among students and…...
Seton Hall University to Host Graduate Open House on South Orange Campus February 21
4+ mon, 2+ day ago (268+ words) villagegreennj. com Seton Hall University to Host Graduate Open House on South Orange Campus February 21 Seton Hall University will host its next Graduate Open House on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at noon on the South Orange campus. University leaders say that the…...
Columbia High School Senior Wins Merit Award at Statewide Art Exhibition
4+ mon, 5+ day ago (193+ words) From the South Orange-Maplewood School District Department of Fine & Performing Arts: The awards ceremony took place Sunday, February 1, 2026, at the James Howe Gallery in Vaughn Eames Hall at Kean University in Elizabeth, New Jersey. The event featured an exhibition viewing…...