Belleville, Nutley School Board Candidates File Petitions For Election

Here’s who filed to run in the Belleville and Nutley board of education races – and what their duties will be if they get elected.

Belleville School Superintendent’s Contract Is Up For Renewal

The Belleville Board of Education plans to hold a public hearing as its members consider a new contract for Superintendent Richard Tomko.

Belleville, Nutley Hold 2023 High School Graduations

VIDEOS: Smiles were seen in Belleville and Nutley at this year’s graduation ceremonies.

Belleville's Student Rep. Earns A Big 'Thank You' From School Board

A year ago, state lawmakers passed a bill that requires local school districts to include a student representative as a non-voting member.

Belleville School Update: Union Avenue Property, OPRA Requests

VIDEO: A leased property and Open Public Records Act requests were among the topics at the latest Belleville Board of Education meeting.

Belleville High School Seniors Honored At Award Ceremony (VIDEO)

The Belleville Public School District held its 2023 senior awards ceremony. Watch it here.

Belleville Schools May See 625 New Students In 10 Years: Official

It’s a topic that “might shake the tree a little bit,” but it’s time to talk about it, Belleville Superintendent Richard Tomko says.

Belleville School Budget Gets Green Light: Here’s The Tax Impact

Belleville homeowners will face a tax hike under the public school district’s latest budget. See the nuts and bolts here.

Belleville Schools ‘Back In Black’ Under Tomko, Council Says

Richard Tomko was hired when the district was under oversight for financial mismanagement. It’s now “back in the black,” officials said.

Belleville High School Captures State Win In Samsung STEM Contest

The students are working on an application and a wearable data collection device to assist with the identification of brain injuries.

Nutley Teacher Earns ‘Educator of the Year’ Award For 2023

Jianine Gambaro has a long history of service in the town’s schools. See what she’s done for Nutley over her 35 years of work.

Student-On-Student Threat, Assaults Reported In Nutley: Police

Nutley police said a teen has been accused of making terroristic threats. Multiple assaults were also recently reported at local schools.

More Belleville Cops Will Patrol Near Schools After Phone Theft

Four people in a stolen car stole a phone from a juvenile who was walking to school, Belleville police said.

NJ Preschool Aid Coming For 9 Essex County School Districts

Nine districts in Essex County are slated to get nearly $170 million in state aid to run their preschool programs. Here’s the breakdown.

NJ Budget Will Impact Belleville, Nutley School Aid (See How Much)

Hundreds of districts may get more school aid from the state, others may lose some. Here’s where Belleville and Nutley stand.

Kindergarten Registration Begins In Nutley For 2023-24 School Year

The Nutley school district is now accepting registrations for the upcoming year. Here’s what to know.

Belleville Teacher Rescues Choking Student, ‘Makes District Proud’

A Belleville teacher was recognized by the school board for going above and beyond to aid a student.

Gov. Murphy Praises Belleville’s Growing Preschool Program

“We have almost 90 percent of our kids in full-day preschool,” Belleville’s superintendent recently said.

Solar Power At Belleville Schools Will Save $2 Million, Officials Say

Solar panels, carport roofing and new light poles are among the latest additions to the Belleville school district, administrators said.

Watch Belleville School Board Meeting For Jan. 23 (Video)

The Belleville Board of Education gathered for their regular meeting on Monday. Watch the video here.

Nutley Schools Released From Temporary ‘Secure In Place,’ Police Say

Nutley Police Department: “This was an isolated incident and at no time was the public at risk.”

See Where Nutley Landed On List Of ‘Best High Schools’ In NJ

Niche released its latest rankings for the “Best Public High Schools” in New Jersey. Here’s where Nutley fell on the list.

Nutley High School Debuts Resurfaced Gym Floor To Applause

The “Raider Nation” in Nutley has a new reason to cheer: a resurfaced gymnasium floor at Nutley High School.

NJ Preschool Funds Paying Big Dividends For Belleville, Official Says

Belleville has received more than $16 million for preschool over the past four years. And yes – it is money well-spent, an official says.

Pre-K On The Way In Nutley: School District Seeks Staff, Space

“This program will help remove barriers and provide opportunities for all the families and students in Nutley.”

$1.2M In State Aid Will Power Preschool Program In Nutley

Nutley will be getting a big chunk of state funding to create or expand access to a "high-quality preschool program."

Belleville, Nutley Ranked On List Of School Funding ‘Equality’ In NJ

Here’s where Belleville and Nutley landed on a list of “2022's Most And Least Equitable School Districts” in New Jersey.

When Is First Day Of School In Belleville? (And More Important Dates)

Back-to-school planning has already begun in Belleville. Here are some key dates to keep in mind for the 2022-2023 school year.

2 Nutley Students Awarded Spencer Savings Bank Scholarships

The bank gave out $30,000 recently to students across six New Jersey counties, including two from Nutley schools.

Belleville, Nutley Police Patrol Near Schools After Texas Shooting

Officials in both towns have said no threats exist in Belleville or Nutley.

HS Student In Belleville Earns Scholarship From Chamber Of Commerce

A high school student from Belleville was among three youths who earned scholarships from the Suburban Essex Chamber of Commerce Foundation.

Nutley Police Respond To School; Student Had Toy Gun, Cops Say

“Upon further investigation, it was determined to be an Ultimate Orbeez gun classified as a toy,” Nutley police said.

See How Nutley, Belleville Ranked On US News ‘Best High School’ List

The U.S. News and World Report list leans heavily on standardized tests. See where Nutley and Belleville's high schools ranked this year.

Belleville School Board Approves Preliminary Budget

Belleville is expected to get more school aid than last year from New Jersey as part of the latest state budget proposal.

Belleville Board Of Education Will Meet Monday

The meeting originally scheduled for March 21 will now take place on March 28.

Nutley Substitute Teacher Accused Of ‘Inappropriate Behavior’

A substitute teacher has been arrested and accused of engaging in “inappropriate behavior” while teaching class at Nutley High School.

Belleville Will Get More NJ School Aid; Nutley Will Lose Some

More than $19B in state aid is coming to NJ towns. Here’s what Belleville and Nutley will get, and what it means for local property taxes.

Nutley Superintendent Nominated For ‘Lifechanger Of Year’ Award

“Dr. Julie Glazer has modeled that Nutley is stronger together, and together, we all grow,” her anonymous nominator wrote.

Nutley Schools Will Get $228K For Silent Panic Alarms

A wave of state funding will pay for the installation of “panic alarms,” which can contact law enforcement officers during an emergency.

Belleville Schools’ Better Bond Rating May Benefit Taxpayers

Things have come a long way since 2015, when a state monitor was assigned to help address the district’s spiraling finances.