National Merit Scholarship Winner From Caldwell Announced

Students must write essays, take tests, and survive several rounds to become finalists for a prestigious National Merit Scholarship.

After Threat At Middle School In Caldwell, Superintendent Gives Update

Caldwell-West Caldwell Superintendent Christopher Conklin said a student who allegedly made a threat will not return to school this year.

Police Respond To 'Threat' At Middle School In Caldwell

"The administration takes any and all reported threats very seriously," said Caldwell-West Caldwell Superintendent Christopher Conklin.

Caldwell College Mourns Freshman Who Died While With Family In Nepal

A freshman at Caldwell University has died in a plane crash in Nepal, along with 3 family members, and the college is offering counseling.

Here's How U.S. News Ranked High Schools In The Caldwells

The annual rankings released by U.S. News and World Report evaluate schools based on graduation rates, academic performance, and more.

Average SAT Scores In Caldwells Released As Part Of NJ School Reports

How did the average SAT scores at high schools in the Caldwells compare with the rest of the area and the state?

Caldwell University Gala To Benefit Students, Honor Community Leaders

The event is set for June 2.

Board Of Education Member Sought For North Caldwell

North Caldwell needs a new school board member to fill out an unexpired term.

Caldwell School Event Honors Principal Who Died Of COVID

Members of Essex County social service groups will speak at the annual "Make a Difference" day in honor of late Principal James Brown.

Good News For Taxpayers: Caldwells Get More State Aid For Schools

Local property taxes are influenced by the state aid for schools. Essex County got the largest aid increase of all NJ counties.

North Caldwell Kids Put On A Show This Weekend: 'Spelling Bee'

In-person theater is back in local schools (but you have to wear a mask). West Essex High will hold four performances of "Spelling Bee."

Principal Search Begins For Elementary School In West Caldwell

A job listing has been posted for a new principal for an elementary school in West Caldwell.

School Mask Mandate In North Caldwell: Board To Discuss Tuesday

The North Caldwell school board will meet in person (with virtual option; link below) Tuesday to discuss masks and other matters.

Kindergarten Registration Opens In The Caldwells

Kindergarten registration is now open in the Caldwell-West Caldwell District and North Caldwell. Find out more and see the school calendars.

COVID Boosters Required At Caldwell University By End Of January

Caldwell University will require COVID-19 vaccine booster shots for any member of the campus community by Jan. 31.

Caldwell School Board Meeting Postponed; North Caldwell Still On

While the school board meeting in North Caldwell is still on for Tuesday, a reorganization meeting in Caldwell/West Caldwell was postponed.

Students In Caldwell Raise Money For Breast Cancer Research

The middle schoolers sold special t-shirts to raise money for the Susan G. Komen Foundation.

Grover Cleveland Middle School Donates To Komen Foundation

The student council raised $640 by selling t-shirts.

Will PreK Tuition Rise? North Caldwell School Board Meets Tuesday

The next Caldwell Board of Education meeting will be held Tuesday via Zoom. The board will consider a pre-K tuition increase. Links below.

Caldwells Area Completion Rates For College Aid Applications

See how FAFSA applications changed for Caldwells area high schools.

Caldwell-West Caldwell School Board Would Like You To Serve

There's an open seat on the Caldwell-West Caldwell Board of Education. Interested parties can apply through Monday.

North Caldwell School Board To Meet Tuesday

Below are links both for the Zoom meeting and for the North Caldwell school district's calendar of school events.

Caldwell Commitment Offers Full-Tuition Scholarships To Students

Caldwell University announced the new program which begins next year and is being offered to new students with a 3.0 GPA and exhibit need.

North Caldwell Meeting Will Decide If Meetings Should Be Virtual

The North Caldwell school board will meet in person and virtually and discuss —​ well, whether it makes sense to continue meeting in person.

Several Schools In Caldwells Among Best For Grades K-8: U.S. News

Several local schools in the Caldwells were included in the inaugural list ranking more than 80,000 U.S. schools.

North Caldwell BOE Election: Endorsement For Opper, Stroever

Robert Projansky writes in support of Mindy Opper and Jo Stroever for the North Caldwell Board of Education in 2021.

West Caldwell Campus Of Essex County College Is Expanding

A 51,700-square-foot building will replace the 1920's-era elementary school building currently used by the college.

District Serving North Caldwell Ranks High On 'Best Schools' List

A ranking of the “Best School Districts” in New Jersey includes West Essex Regional near the top.

Masks Required For North Caldwell School Board Meeting On Monday

North Caldwell BOE: Face masks are required indoors unless you have a documented medical condition or disability.

Former Students Sue West Essex District, Allege Sex Abuse: Report

A group of former students are accusing a now-deceased teacher in Essex County of abusing them several decades ago, a report says.

All NJ County Colleges Should Have Vaccine Mandate: Assemblywoman

Essex County College and Raritan Valley have rolled out vaccine mandates. Others should follow their lead, according to Mila Jasey (D-27).

More Parents Protest NJ School Mask Mandate In The Caldwells

A group of peeved parents vented about mandatory masks at a meeting of the Caldwell-West Caldwell Board of Education.

Parents Blast Mask Policy At West Essex School Board Meeting

It’s no longer a local decision, the West Essex Regional School District says. Dozens of anti-maskers decided to speak out anyway.

School District In The Caldwells On List Of NJ's 'Most Equitable'

Some New Jersey school districts are "fairer than others" when it comes to funding, a report says.

First Day Of School In Caldwell-West Caldwell: 2021-22 Calendar

Back-to-school planning has begun in the Caldwell-West Caldwell district. Here are some key dates to keep in mind for the upcoming year.

4 Candidates Running For North Caldwell School Board In 2021

Four people are competing for two open seats on the North Caldwell Board of Education.

Students Beautify Grover Cleveland Middle School Butterfly Garden

Over the past few weeks, the Grover Cleveland Middle School Butterfly Garden has been getting an upgrade.

Caldwells Area Completion Rates For College Aid Applications

See how college aid applications changed for Caldwells area high schools.

Promotion Ceremony Held At Grover Cleveland School In Caldwell

Several high-achieving students at GCMS earned awards this year.

Caldwell University Graduates Celebrate At 2021 Commencement

Graduates relished the triumph of earning their diplomas after having lived through the disruptions of COVID-19.