Five Things That Happened at the School Board Meeting

From a new hire to a question about the elementary school honor roll, here are five things that went down at the Jan. 7 meeting of the Collingswood school board.

Scholarship Deadlines Coming Due at CHS

The Collingswood High School guidance department urges students to observe upcoming deadlines for scholarship applications. The earliest is due Thursday.

Slow Start Trips Up Panthers on Hardwood

A slow start doomed the Collingswood High School boys' basketball team in a 64-47 loss to West Deptford.

Panther Athletics Enters 2013 with Momentum

The Collingswood girls' basketball team is currently undefeated, while the boys' basketball and wrestling teams have also tasted some early successes.

School Bond Re-Fi Saves Taxpayers $1.1 Million

The sale, made during a period of record-low interest rates, officially closed December 13. It should save Collingswood taxpayers $60,000 annually from 2015 through 2030.

Monday After Sandy Hook: Hugs and Thank-Yous

Upon returning to school Monday, Collingswood students and teachers worked together to keep perspective after the shooting in Connecticut.

How to Talk with Your Kids about the Connecticut School Shooting

When tragic news breaks, it's important not to get caught up in the anxiety of the event, said Dr. Joanne Plescia, director of special services for the Collingswood school district.

No Timeline on McLoughlin Case, but Bills Coming In

The Collingswood school district has been invoiced for some $6,700 from investigator Edward Borden, but the inquiry is still open-ended.

Separating Coach from Mom: a Tall Task

Three O'Neill sisters are expected to be big contributors to the Collingswood girls basketball team this year. Their mom, coach Nancy O'Neill, says she too has to leave it all on the court.

Carving Out a New Identity for Panthers Basketball

After shelving its winningest basketball coach, Joe McLoughlin, Collingswood pins its hopes on former assistant Patrick Dorney, who joins the team after nine years at Arcadia University.

After First Classes, CSAT Reports Score Improvements

The nonprofit group, which was formed by borough residents to help improve the SAT scores of Collingswood High School graduates, says its first class of enrollees did well.

Deeper Panthers Eager for Start of Wrestling Season

Collingswood figures to be one of the top wrestling teams in the Colonial Conference this season.

Campbell Ready to Pin Down Victories on the Mat

Medaling at an offseason wrestling tournament gave junior Mike Campbell a boost of confidence that he'll need in an expanded leadership role this year.

Three Panthers Honored as Athletes of the Month

Melissa Cunningham, Krista LaMaina and Samir Inge were named Collingswood Athletes of the Month.

Collingswood Sports: 2012 Fall Season in Review

A look back at the last three months of Collingswood athletics.

Panthers Blanked at Home on Thanksgiving 28-0

Collingswood wrapped a disappointing, 2-8 season at home on Thursday.

Panthers Host Knights in Thanksgiving Showdown

Collingswood, which hosts Sterling at 11 a.m., hopes to end its season on a winning note.

Colls Swimmer Schuehler Signs with Penn State

The top-ranked swimmer in the state had a tough call whittling down his choice of schools, but in the end, wanted to be closer to his family for trips home.

No Title, But Record Season for These Panthers

In a season cut devastatingly short in the Group 2 Finals, Collingswood field hockey still celebrated a 44-goal scorer, earned its coach's 100th win and showed it belongs at the top.

Photos: Camden Catholic Wins Group 2 Field Hockey Title

The Irish pulled out the victory in penalty strokes over Collingswood on Wednesday.

Panthers Lose Heartbreaker in Group 2 Finals

After a historic centennial season, Camden Catholic defeated Collingswood 3-2 in penalty strokes to earn the Group 2 field hockey title.

Unofficial: Moody, McCarthy, Hatzell Elected to Collingswood BOE

Newcomer Terry Moody led the field, beating the highest vote-getting incumbent by nearly 100 votes. Kathleen McCarthy and James Hatzell also will return to service.

Panthers' LaMaina Having Record Season

Krista LaMaina set a Collingswood single-season field hockey scoring record with 43 goals in Monday's playoff win over Barnegat.

Panthers Hockey Shows No Rust in Playoff Opener

After two weeks off, the Collingswood field hockey team looked sharp in a 8-0 win over Barnegat on Monday.

Meet Your 2012 Board of Education Candidates

Read personal statements from each, and then tell us in the comments what are the most important reasons you're taking with you into the voting booth Tuesday.

Meet BOE Candidate Louis Evangelista

The father of four has served six years on the school board, chairing the personnel committee. He also coached Little League baseball in town, and is active in his church.

Meet BOE Candidate Terry Moody

The father of two is a retired schoolteacher of 44 years who has lived in Collingswood for nearly 40 years and has two grandchildren in the district.

Meet BOE Candidate James Hatzell

The sitting president of the school board is a lawyer and accountant, a Rotarian, a father of three, and a 22-year Collingswood resident.

Meet BOE Candidate Kathleen McCarthy

The mother of three has been working for the borough for the past decade. An 18-year PTA member, she has served on the school board since 2008 and has worked on curriculum.

No Teachers Convention, but Collingswood Schools Will Still Close

The NJEA was forced to put the kibosh on its annual convention due to storm clean-up. Collingswood expects to remain closed as originally planned.

After Sandy, High School Athletic Tourneys Delayed

An optional bye for high-school football teams throughout the state will push the playoffs back a week. NJSIAA cross-country sectionals will have to wait until Nov. 10.

Collingswood Schools Reopen Wednesday

Students will have a full day of school Oct. 31, and school-based Halloween activities will commence on Friday.

Zombie Chase 5K 'Grossly' Lives Up to Its Name

In the second year of the fundraiser, runners and sponsors helped raise a few thousand dollars to benefit the Garfield School PTA.

Collingswood Schools Close for Sandy

The impending storm shuts down school for two days in three districts.

Panthers Shut Down by Eagles, 64-6

Collingswood struggled on both sides of the ball in a devastating, 64-6 loss to West Deptford.

UPDATE: Found Money for Collingswood School District?

The school board approved a resolution to join a settlement seeking a refund of 18-year-old tuition overcharges. It will also apply for nearly a half-million dollars from the IDEA Act.

Boys' Soccer Enters Tournament at No. 12

Collingswood will face No. 5 Deptford in the first round of the Group 2 playoffs.

Sweeney Visits Stockton to Stump for Ballot Initiative

The New Jersey Senate President spoke about the need to invest in higher education in New Jersey through the 'Building Our Future' Bond Act.

Conor Urian: Cycling for a Cause

Colliongswood senior cross country runner Conor Urian has participated in the Bike MS: City to Shore ride for four years, helping to raise money for a worthwhile cause.

Panthers' Hockey Earns No. 1 Seed, Bye in Tourney

Collingswood will be the favorite in the Group 2 playoffs.