Bedminster School Earns Silver Sustainability Certification, Digital Recognition

BEDMINSTER, NJ — Bedminster Township Elementary School has earned statewide recognition for its sustainability efforts and commitment to digital learning.

The school received silver-level certification and Digital Schools Star recognition through Sustainable Jersey for Schools, according to the organization's 2026 certification results.

Bedminster earned 350 points, meeting the minimum requirement for silver certification.

The recognition builds on the school's previous accomplishments. In 2024, Bedminster also received silver certification and Digital Schools Star recognition, earning 365 points.

According to Sustainable Jersey for Schools, 170 public schools earned certification statewide this year, including 37 at the silver level and 133 at the bronze level.

Of those schools, 159 were recertified and 11 received certification for the first time.

Bedminster was also among 22 schools earning Digital Schools Star recognition, which highlights achievements in digital learning, technology integration, equitable access, digital citizenship and data security.

The voluntary certification program recognizes schools for sustainability initiatives involving areas such as energy conservation, waste reduction and climate education.

"Sustainable Jersey-certified schools function as real-world learning environments where students gain hands-on experience that brings sustainability concepts to life," said Randall Solomon, executive director of Sustainable Jersey, in the organization's September announcement.

Certifications remain valid for three years.

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