Newark School With ‘Character’ Earns Recognition: Board

NEWARK, NJ — A school in Newark has been recognized for being a “State School of Character,” the board of education recently announced.

Each year, Character.org certifies schools and districts at the state level that have developed and implemented an “intentional, proactive, and comprehensive approach that embeds character into all aspects of the school life.”

This year, John F. Kennedy School has nailed down the honor, the board reported:

“This prestigious honor is a testament to the dedication, commitment, and hard work demonstrated by the students, educators, administrators and community members at John F. Kennedy School, led by principal Jill Summers-Phillips … John F. Kennedy School has shown exemplary efforts in instilling core values, such as respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship, in its students. The school's focus on character education has not only contributed to academic success but has also played a crucial role in shaping well-rounded individuals ready to face the future.”

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