Why New Jersey wants to take over the Lakewood school district
The unique Lakewood Township School District is the latest to face the "nuclear" option of a state takeover amid a red budget and worsening finances.
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Gov. Murphy signs 'bell-to-bell' cell phone ban in all schools
A new law is shaking up school life in New Jersey, aiming to curb the smartphone distractions that many say are hurting our kids' focus.
N.J. spends $1M locking up student phones statewide
The state just awarded 86 grants to help New Jersey schools implement phone-free policies during class.
Lakewood yeshiva is buying empty Jackson middle school for $40M
Jackson Township is selling off a public school building at a reduced price, to an expanding Orthodox yeshiva based in neighboring Lakewood.
Toms River mayor, superintendent clash over raise, school failure
Toms River Dan Rodrick said it was “outrageous” that school Superintendent Mike Citta wants a raise in the face of the district’s financial issues and poor reading and math scores.
Parents blocked from Linda McMahon visit at Colts Neck school
In a move that has parents scratching their heads, a local education event turned into a controversy. More on what happened in Colts Neck coming right up.
NJ fourth-grade teacher charged after child reports sex assault
In a troubling turn of events, a local teacher is facing serious charges that have sent shockwaves through the Paterson community.
'History Rocks' visit to Colts Neck school called 'propaganda'
The initiative launched in September to celebrate America's upcoming 250th anniversary plans visits to schools in all 50 states with New Jersey represented by the Cedar Drive Middle School in Colts Neck.
NJ school settles for $650K in child-on-child sex assault lawsuit
A special needs school in South Jersey has agreed to pay $650,000 to a student's family to settle accusations that another older student sexually abused him.
Middlesex High School athlete dies after crash, coach says
A tragic loss has left the Middlesex High community reeling as a beloved senior, known for his spirit and talent, is remembered after a devastating accident.