Newark High School Robotics Team Wins 1st-Ever Regional Championship

The Malcolm X Shabazz High School Robotics Team has made history.

Rutgers School of Nursing Marks 70 Years of Innovation, Leadership and Impact

Anniversary celebration honors 1956 establishment of new school and nation’s first graduate program in psychiatric-mental health nursing

$1.6 Billion Newark School Budget Has Tax Hike, Teacher Cuts

New Jersey provides 82.7 percent of the district’s general funds through state aid. Newark is in line to receive $1.38 billion.

New School Could Cost Newark $500M – And District Might Not Own It

Administrators say the new school would help alleviate chronic overcrowding in the neighborhood, which will soon see a new skyscraper.

Newark HS Girls Basketball Team Earns Milestone Championship Win For School

"It is so great that in the middle of Women’s History Month, these young women made history."

How Much State School Aid For Newark? NJ Releases Latest Totals

Experts say that a decrease in school aid – or even a flat number – can trigger an increase in property taxes for a town’s homeowners.

‘ICE Must Go’: Activists Can’t Stomach Newark School Contracts With NJ Food Vendor

Activists want the district to dump a company that allegedly contracts with ICE. It’s not so simple, school administrators say – here’s why.

10 ‘Extraordinary’ Newark Teachers Picked For Prestigious Certification

The teachers were selected to pursue one of the highest honors in the teaching profession, district administrators said.

HS Seniors At Newark Prep School Named As 'QuestBridge Scholars'

One of the high-achieving teens plans to study neuroscience. Another is preparing for a finance career.

NJ Approves Several Newark Charter School Renewals, Expansions: Report

The New Jersey Department of Education greenlighted the renewal of five charter schools in Newark, a report says.

Newark Students Capture Top Honors At Prestigious Debate Tournament

Newark public school students delivered standout performances at the Lexington Winter Invitational Debate Tournament.

Newark Students Compete In District's 4th Annual Robotics Competition

Big ideas, innovation and teamwork took center stage as Newark Public Schools hosted its annual districtwide robotics competition.

NJ Ethics Law May Be Silencing School Board Members In Newark, Elsewhere: Report

A state law that regulates what school board members are allowed to discuss in public also has a dark side, critics say.

3 Newark High School Students Earn Prestigious Scholarships To Ivy League Universities

The students will attend Cornell, Brown and Columbia. Here's what they will be studying.

NJIT Launches New Scholarship For NY, PA Undergrad Students

All New York and Pennsylvania applicants offered admission are automatically considered.

Newark Educator Selected For National Urban Executive Leadership Institute

José Fuentes is among 11 senior education leaders nationwide who were chosen.

Newark's Newest School Will Train Students For Media Careers (Here's When It Will Open)

New Media High School will be located near Lionsgate Studios' in-development movie studio.

Newark School Superintendent's Contract Renewed After Board Member Changes Vote

Roger León's two-year extension initially didn't have enough votes for approval.

Rutgers and Saudi Arabian Nursing School Forge Partnership to Strengthen Global Nursing Workforce

A delegation from Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib College for Knowledge visits U.S. to promote collaborative agreement

Newark Voters Strongly Support Public Charter Schools in New Poll

Black and Latino voters in Newark support public charter schools 3-to-1

Newark High School Students Learn How To Grow Aeroponic Veggies, Cook Healthy Meals

Inspired Growing’s indoor aeroponic farms now operate in 13 Newark public schools.

Parents, Immigration Advocates Share Worries At Newark School Board Meeting

Attendees voiced concerns about racism, bullying, student achievement, overcrowding and other issues.

Newark School Board Declines To Extend Superintendent’s Contract

The board voted against granting León a new, two-year extension.

Architecture-Focused High School Opens In Newark: ‘Milestone For Students’

The school will prepare local Newark students for careers in the building industry.

Aspiring Law Students In Newark Earn Awards: ‘Invest In Brilliance, Ignite Change’

These “phenomenal young women” who plan to pursue law careers recently earned an award for their efforts in Newark.

Back-To-Class Bash Creates Smiles At Newark Charter School

More than 500 Newark families came together for an afternoon of free backpacks, school supplies and community resources.

Back To School In Newark: ‘This Is What Local Control Looks Like’

Newark school officials recapped some encouraging statistics at an annual convocation ceremony. Several students performed at the event.

Rutgers-Newark Cheers For Largest-Ever Incoming Class, 2 New University Leaders

Convocation is an annual rite of passage that marks the start of the school year and welcomes new students to Rutgers-Newark.

Nearly Half Of New Law School Class In Newark-Camden Are Students Of Color

Hundreds of Rutgers Law School students recently began their academic journeys in New Jersey.

More Trees, Please: Newark Schools Get $250K Grant For Greenery

The Newark Public School District has been awarded a $250,000 grant to plant trees at 10 local schools.

Newark Schools Are Making Progress On 'Chronic Absenteeism,' District Says

Attendance numbers have become a concern in Newark and other NJ cities in recent years. Here's the latest update from school officials.

College Saving Accounts Gifted To Thousands Of Newark Kindergarten Students

It’s never too early to plan for a college education. A new grant program will give thousands of Newark students a running start.

Newark Schools Are ‘High Performing,’ BOE Prez Cheers ‘Overwhelming’ QSAC Milestone

There is still “much to do” in New Jersey’s largest school district. But for now, a local milestone is cause for celebration, officials say.

Pop-Up Enrollment Center Will Be Touring Newark As New School Year Nears

A great education in Newark begins with a simple step, advocates say: getting enrolled for a new school year.

Above and 'Beeyond': Newark Teacher Earns Award From Applebee's

A teacher from Newark recently earned an award for leadership in the classroom – with the aid of some thankful students.

Newark’s 6 New School Principals Bring ‘Deep Commitment’ To The Job

Six new principals were recently appointed in the Newark Public School District. Learn more about each here.

Newark Native Creates Scholarship To Honor His Former Teacher

After finding success in the pharmaceutical industry, a Newark public school alum returned to honor one of his most influential teachers.

‘Homegrown Talent’: Newark Teens Offered Teaching Contracts At HS Graduation

When Miguel Rodriguez Bermudez walked onto the stage to accept his high school diploma, he also got a surprise: a $74,000 per year contract.

Newark Music Educator Earns Teacher Of Year Award: ‘I’m Thankful’

VIDEO: “It’s important that everybody knows what Newark is doing,” this high-achieving local teacher says.

Newark Charter School Named As ‘Blue Ribbon Beacon School’

The designation marks a historic first for New Horizons Community Charter School.