Cherry Hill School Board Candidates To Debate In Forum

The candidate forum will be live-streamed this weekend. Here's how to watch.

Cherry Hill Public Schools In New Jersey Begin Academic Year With New Ban On Electronic Devices During Class

Electronic devices, including cell phones, smartwatches and wireless earbuds, are now banned during class.

Ban On Student Cell Phone Use Going Into Effect In Cherry Hill Schools

A new policy will prohibit students from using cell phones during class, citing negative impacts on learning and mental health.

Cherry Hill School Calendar For 2024-25: Key Dates To Know

Class is only a few weeks away. Here are some important dates to highlight for the 2024-25 school year.

Teacher Spotlight: Amiel Holliday Makes A Difference In Camden

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they’re valued and appreciated.

New State Aid For Cherry Hill Schools To Be Appropriated

Millions of dollars in newly available state aid will be up for discussion at Cherry Hill's next school board meeting.

2 Cherry Hill Students Win National Merit Scholarships

They were among 2,500 students around the nation who received the honor.

State Could Still Help Cherry Hill's School Budget Woes

The school board passed a tax-raising budget with state-aid cuts expected. But 2 bills could help Cherry Hill get some of that money back.

$251M Cherry Hill School Budget Up For Final Vote

The $251.6 million budget would hike local taxes as the district prepares for massive state-aid cuts.

Cherry Hill School Board Squabbles Over Administrative Assistant Hire

On a night when the board voted on a new superintendent, a lower-level job appointment was the greatest point of contention. Here's why.

New Superintendent Approved For Cherry Hill District

5 board members voted to appoint Dr. Kwame Morton, while 2 opposed and 1 abstained.

How Cherry Hill Schools Rate In State's New Performance Reports

See how each Cherry Hill school performed in key metrics such as test scores and graduation rates.

New Superintendent Contract In Cherry Hill Up For Vote

The school board is set to vote Tuesday on 3 administrative appointments, including Dr. Kwame Morton as the district's next head of schools.

Cherry Hill Schools To Dismiss Early For Solar Eclipse

The eclipse will pass through the region when schools normally get out, prompting some districts to close early for safety reasons.

Eclipse Prompts Camden County Schools To Close Early

In recent years, schools have shifted schedules for a pandemic, air pollution and extreme heat. Add an extraterrestrial threat to that list.

Camden City Schools Kick Off Teacher Recruitment Push, Offering $10K Signing Bonuses For Hard-To-Fill Positions

Jennifer Ruthner is a newly certified teacher hoping to get her foot in the door at an elementary school.

Cherry Hill's Proposed School Budget Increases Taxes, Prevents Layoffs

The average homeowner would pay nearly $200 more under the district's proposed budget, raising concerns from community members.

$300M School Budget For Cherry Hill Amid State Aid Cuts

As the district navigates 1 of New Jersey's largest decreases in equalization aid, officials will introduce the proposed budget on Tuesday.

Tax Hike, Job Cuts Likely For Cherry Hill After Aid Loss: Top Official

With state-funding cuts ahead, Cherry Hill's acting superintendent warned NJ lawmakers about negative impacts for the district.

Cherry Hill Schools Poised To Select New Superintendent

Dr. Kwame Morton, the district's acting superintendent, is slated to become Cherry Hill's next head of schools.

Massive State-Aid Cuts For Cherry Hill Schools Projected Next Year

District leaders were 'shocked' at the projected funding cuts, which would reduce Cherry Hill's state aid to its lowest in 3 years.

Camden Preschool Students Celebrate 100th Day Of School With "100-Year-Old Dress-Up Day"

Students and some willing staff members donned suspenders, granny glasses and grey wigs to look the part of their favorite centenarians.

James L. & Ruby L. Murray Memorial Scholarship Accepting Applications

​The James L. and Ruby L. Murray Memorial Scholarship will provide one scholarship to a graduating high school senior.

Cherry Hill PTA: How Parents Can Talk To Children About Israel

The Zone PTA letter doesn't directly mention the conflict but discusses 'recent events' that have weighed heavily on many in Cherry Hill.

Cherry Hill District Gets High Marks, But School Ratings Vary: Report

See which institutions Niche graded highest (and lowest) in Cherry Hill's school system.

Cherry Hill District Hopes To Select New Superintendent By Mid-2024

The district shared an outline of its nationwide search for a new head of schools, which includes public-input sessions in the coming weeks.

Prevent Dangerous Mishaps During the Back to School Rush

Many households in New Jersey have a similar experience during the morning rush — at any minute, things can go wrong.

U.S. News Best High Schools: Where Did Cherry Hill's Rank?

The 2023-2024 Best High Schools rankings were released Tuesday by U.S. News & World Report.​ Here's how Cherry Hill's schools fared.

1st Day Of School In Cherry Hill: 5 Dates To Know For The School Year

Class is around the corner. Here are 5 dates to know for the 2023-24 school year.

Crowded Election Field Set In Cherry Hill Board Of Education Race

7 candidates filed to run for school board, with only 3 positions available.

Open Houses for Chesterbrook Academy Locations in Philadelphia Area

Interested families are invited to explore classrooms, meet school leaders and learn about Chesterbrook Academy’s curriculum

$150K-Plus Salaries For Cherry Hill Superintendent, School Admins

23 leaders in the Cherry Hill Township School District made $150K or more last year. Here's the list.

Interim Superintendent Set For Appointment In Cherry Hill Schools

With Dr. Joseph Meloche set to leave the district soon, the board of ed will vote Tuesday on his temporary replacement.

Here's How Cherry Hill Schools Rank Statewide

New Jersey's school ratings are back. Here's how Cherry Hill schools performed.

Open Houses for Chesterbrook Academy® Preschool Locations in Philly

Interested families are invited to explore classrooms, meet school leaders and learn about Chesterbrook Academy’s curriculum

Cherry Hill Superintendent Search: School Board Outlines Next Steps

The district immediately began a search for an interim superintendent as Dr. Joseph Meloche prepares to leave the district.

Cherry Hill TA With 'Infectious Laugh' Mourned Following Cancer Battle

Karen Murphy most recently worked as a teacher's assistant at Stockton Elementary School. She was 56.

Superintendent To Leave Cherry Hill: What's Next For The District?

Cherry Hill will need a new superintendent for the 1st time since 2015. What do you want to see from Dr. Joseph Meloche's successor?

Cherry Hill Superintendent Plans To Leave District For PA Job

A PA school board will vote this week on whether to appoint Dr. Joseph N. Meloche. Here's what happens next for Cherry Hill.

Cherry Hill Mourns The Deaths Of 2 Students

The impacted schools have had additional counselors on-site, according to Dr. Joseph N. Meloche.