New Jersey 16-year-olds must take six hours of behind-the-wheel training to obtain a learner’s permit. But what about driver’s ed? And do these requirements produce safer drivers?
West Essex News
West Essex High School students selected for musical groups.
Five West Essex High School seniors are honored, photos displayed in West Caldwell store.
Even a dusting of snow can cause havoc on the roads. Does your teen (or you) know what to do on slippery roadways? Brushing up on your winter driving skills could just save your life.
Delicious and comforting butternut squash dish.
West Essex Regional Schools newsletter
The first 30 days of independent driving are the most deadly for newly licensed teens. Is your probationary license holder ready to go it alone? One teen’s mom said 'no.'
West Essex Regional Middle School names Students of the Month.
Roadway deaths in NJ increased in 2011 after declining to record lows the previous three years. Are you contributing to the problem? What can you do to reduce your risk?
West Essex High School artist recognized.
WEHS students create gingerbread houses.
West Essex Middle School Cyber Safety Program.
One hundred hours of practice, mandatory parent education... the NJ Legislature is considering a bill that could put more requirements on teen drivers. Are these and other provisions necessary?
West Essex School District newsletter
Comfort food makes us feel better—but why?
West Essex Senior Citizens enjoy breakfast and holiday concert at West Essex Regional High School.
West Essex High School musicians selected for Area Band.
The West Essex High School's Honor Choir performed at the Essex Fells Country Club.
Do you know what to do when you encounter an emergency vehicle on the side of the road? Do you move over, slow down or simply speed on by?
West Essex News December 9, 2011
West Essex High School Art Club creates Peanuts holiday mural.
This recipe for a simple and healthy pear compote is effortless and adds versatility to many "ordinary" foods.
To proceed or not to proceed? Does your teen driver (or you, for that matter) know the law when it comes to driving in or encountering a funeral procession?
West Essex News December 2, 2011
West Essex Middle School names Students of the Month for December 2011.
U.S. Congressman Rodney Frelinghuysen visited West Essex High School to meet with the AP Government classes.
The West Essex Regional High School Student Council honored the School District's Support Staff at the "Support Staff Thanksgiving Feast."
Stress and life's demands increase during the Holiday Season. Here are a few ways to manage holiday stress.
If your teen or young adult drivers has never crashed, give thanks. But take note, Thanksgiving eve is known as "blackout Wednesday" by this age group.
West Essex Junior Jason Ajmo to perform in parade.
West Essex Masquers to Perform "Noises Off." For tickets, call (973) 228-1200 ext. 245 or visit www.westex.org/masquers.
It seems that young people, who tend to stay up later, sleep too little and drive at night, are involved in more sleep-related crashes. Ensuring your teen driver gets enough sleep is essential.
West Essex students perform in All-State choirs.
Seventeen trainers from the Super Essex Conference of high schools spent a half day listening to presentations by physical therapists, physicians and weightlifting coaches.
West Essex Knights Take fifth place in tournament.
West Essex Middle School announces Students of the Month.
West Essex High School Art Club wins best botanical display for carved pumpkins at Gardens Aglow event in Montclair.
The key to building driving skill is practice, even in the worst conditions. Was last weekend’s snow storm a trick or a treat for parents teaching their teens to drive?