Closed Thursday: Clark Public Schools, Garwood's Lincoln School

Clark Schools Closed Monday

St. Agnes School to Close, Archdiocese Confirms

Low enrollment has meant the parish has had to significantly subsidize the school in recent years, according to a spokesperson for the archdiocese.

Snow Day: Clark, Garwood Schools to Remain Closed Wednesday

The districts announced the closure on Tuesday night.

Clark to Honor Student Musicians at 'Showcase of Success'

Watch our video of the Hehnly School Select Choir performing on News 12 New Jersey’s “Sounds of the Season” program.

Roselle Park Judge Speaks to ALJ Students About Teen Driving

Judge Gary Bundy spoke about laws on provisional licenses, underage DUI and illegal drug use in a vehicle.

'The Walking Dead' and Other Characters Come to Life in ALJ Puppetry Workshop

The mission of the Puppetry Workshop is to assist students in developing their skills in language through their investigation of puppetry.

ALJ Celebrates School Spirit Week

Can you recognize the outfit inspiration for these ALJ teachers?

Clark Preschool to Hold Open House

The Clark Preschool is open to children of Clark residents.

Clark, Garwood Public Schools Closed Friday Due to Storm

How will you be spending the snow day? Send us your photos.

ALJ's 'Change for Change' Campaign Buys Gifts for Needy Children

Loose change goes a long way in this fundraiser now in its third year.

Clark Teacher Contract Battle and Other Top Schools Stories of 2013

A look back at our biggest school headlines of 2013.

Mother of Trooper Killed on Roadside Talks to ALJ Students About 'Move Over' Law

Trooper Marc Castellano was struck while responding to a roadside emergency on the parkway in 2010.

Giants' 'All In' Speaker Gian Paul Gonzalez Visits ALJ

Gonzalez, a high school teacher and motivational speaker, delivered the now famous “All In” rally cry message during the Giants’ chapel service.

20 School Districts with the Most Bullying Incidents

We’ve compiled the 20 School Districts with the Most Bullying Incidents for the 2012-2013 school year. Not surprisingly, Newark had the most bullying incidents since it has the largest student body in the state. But there are some surprises.

Few Instances of Violence, Bullying Reported in Clark, Garwood School Districts

A recent report from the state shows few incidents for the 2012-13 school year.

9 Most Violent School Districts in New Jersey

While school districts in cities such as Newark and Camden led the way in total number of incidents, there were many districts that had a higher ratio of incidents of violence.

9 Most Violent School Districts in New Jersey

While school districts in cities such as Newark and Camden led the way in total number of incidents, there were many districts that had a higher ratio of incidents of violence

Mayor and Son Thank Sen. Bateman for Statehouse Tour

The duo presented Bateman with a 1958 wirephoto of his father, Raymond Bateman, after his election to the Assembly.

'The Sound of Music' to be Performed at Mother Seton

The 'halls' are alive with the sound of music on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

15 NJ Schools Scoring Highest on Math HSPA

A list of schools with the highest percentage of students scoring advanced proficient.

Teachers Working Only Contracted Hours is Negotiating Ploy, Clark BOE Says

'Using Clark’s children as hostages in the process is not in anyone’s best interest,' board writes.

ALJ Presents Fall Play 'Dark of the Moon'

Performances are Thursday and Friday.

Teachers, Parents Urge Board of Education to Settle Union Contracts

Starting last week, most union teachers and staff stopped working with students before and after school.

Standing Room Only At Clark BOE Meeting

36 NJ School Districts on AP Honor Roll

The College Board list takes into account test performance and access.

15 NJ Public High Schools With The Highest AP Test Performance

After looking at SAT scores, we crunched the numbers on AP test performance.

Clark Schools Staff Present Programs at Annual Conference

The conference is attended by approximately 10,000 educators each October.

20 Districts with the Highest-Paid Teachers in New Jersey

A few days after looking at the 20 school districts with the lowest-paid teachers, we bring you the districts that pay their teachers the highest average salaries in New Jersey.

20 Districts With The Lowest-Paid Teachers In NJ

We wanted to take a look at where teachers in New Jersey make the lowest average salary, so we dove into Department of Education stats to find the districts that pay teachers the least.

Clark Supervisor Presents at Annual Science Convention

The presentation was attended by teachers and school administrators from across the state.

15 NJ Public High Schools With The Highest SAT Scores

Magnet schools dominate list of 2012 high performers.

Today's College Grads Won't Be Able to Retire Until They're 73

Student loan debt likely will force today's college grads to work longer.

ALJ Guidance Department Focuses Students, Parents on College

Wednesday's college fair will run from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. and is open to the public.

Clark Teacher, Administrator Present Progressive Math Initiative at Conference

This year’s conference was the first year members from the Clark School District have been invited to present.

'Alcohol, Drugs, the Law and Your Teen' Forum at ALJ Tonight

Panel members will include school personnel, members of local law enforcement, medical personnel, and substance abuse prevention specialists.

Clark School Nurse Shortage is Unacceptable, Mom of Diabetic Son Says

Administrators say the issue has since been resolved.

Garwood Busing Issues Addressed by Administrators

A handful of parents aired concerns about the number of buses and issues with a driver at the Board of Education's last meeting.

Clark Resident, Former Detective Warns ALJ Students About Drugs, Alcohol

David Toma was a police officer for 21 years, 17 of those years as a narcotics detective in Newark.

Realities of College Recruiting Detailed at ALJ Event

Jack Renkens is entering his 16th year touring the country to give parents and students the hard truths about college recruiting.