Newark Students Qualify For Garden State E-Sports Tournament

What a difference a year makes.

Rap Star On Hand For Launch Of Mentorship Program At Newark School

West Side High has become known for its innovative student outreach in recent years – including the new “LEO program.”

Newark School Board Partners With NJ LEEP, Expanding Students' Access To College

Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott recently made the stunning announcement that her Yield Giving Foundation was giving $8 million to New Jersey.

NJ Teacher Dies After Car Crash At High School In Newark

One of the cars lost control after the crash and hit a bystander, pinning her against the wall of the school building, prosecutors said.

In Newark: Science Park's Ashley Lourenco Wins National Debate Tournament

Lourenco did what no Science Park High School student had ever done: win the New York City Invitational Debate and Speech Tournament.

Chefs From The White House Give Newark Students Cooking Lessons

Newark Vocational High School students learned cooking techniques and got career advice from Guy Mitchell and Chef Michael “Woody” Raber.

NJ Charter School Parents Train To Become Advocates At Newark Event

The New Jersey Public Charter Schools Association kicked off the third year of its Parent Ambassador Program at an event in Newark.

Several Newark Schools Included On Nationwide Meat Recall List

Millions of pounds of chicken and meat products are being recalled across the U.S. Some may have reached schools in Newark, the USDA says.

Essex County College Earns Award For Diversity On Campus

The numbers show a success story when it comes to the benefits of “diversity and inclusion,” administrators said.

Science Park Alumni Return To Newark High School For 50th Anniversary

“As we look back over these 5 decades, we see a tapestry woven with the dreams and achievements of countless students, teachers and staff.”

Crash Left Newark Cheerleader With Grim Injuries, Family Sues School

A student with a bright future was left in a coma after a hit-and-run. Here’s why her family is suing the school district – and others.

Test Scores Tick Up In Newark Schools; District Releases 2024 Data

Students in the Newark Public School District are gradually improving their performances on state tests, administrators say.

Newark Experiments With ‘Guaranteed College Education’ Program

An eager group of young adults in Newark will get a debt-free college education at Rutgers University.

Newark Teacher Spotlight: Her 'Dedication Has Never Wavered'

Patch and T-Mobile are spotlighting some outstanding educators in New Jersey. Here's one from Newark that deserves applause.

3 Teens Arrested After School Social Media Threat In Newark (UPDATED)

Newark police arrested three teenagers in the wake of a social media threat involving the public school district, authorities said.

Rutgers-Newark, NJIT Crack Top 100 For ‘Best Colleges’ List

Two universities in Newark ranked in the top 100 nationwide on a new list of “Best Colleges” from U.S. News & World Report.

‘Build-a-Backpack’ Event In Newark Is A Success: Back To School

More than 150 children recently got some free school supplies at a “Build-a-Backpack” event in Newark.

Popularity Of AP Exams Is Rising In Newark, School Officials Say

More Newark public schools students than ever are taking advanced placement exams – and achieving scores that can lead to college credit.

Newark Schools Are Hitting Goals For Special Ed. Timelines: Report

Newark previously saw “historic delays” that led to a class action lawsuit. Things are looking much better, advocates say.

Newark HS Students Showcase Fashion Designs In Reality TV Show

The Newark School of Fashion and Design has a curriculum powered by Parsons School of Design.

Newark Special Education Teacher Is 'Dedicated, Caring, Respectful'

Patch and T-Mobile are spotlighting some outstanding educators in New Jersey. Here's one from Newark that deserves applause.

Newark School Raising Money To Restock Popular Student Lounge

The lounge is a “safe space” where middle school students can decompress – and be rewarded for positive behavior, educators say.

Newark Students Will Return To Longer School Days, Air Conditioning

Newark public school students will be spending more time in class this year. The district has also ordered 1,300 air conditioners.

Larger Starting Teacher Salaries In Newark Are Helping To Retain Staff

“We are a district that knows the value of a teacher, and we pay them accordingly.”

Newark Teacher, Coach Chose Education Over Business: Local Spotlight

Patch and T-Mobile are spotlighting some outstanding educators in New Jersey. Here's one from Newark that deserves applause.

Newark Teacher’s Award-Winning Course Highlights Local History

Jazmin Puicón asked her students what they wanted to study. “We want to learn about our own history,” they replied.

NJ Asks Newark School To Share Secrets Of Post-COVID Success

NJDOE: A school in the Newark Public School District showed “exceptional growth in student performance” after the COVID pandemic.

Newark Teacher Earns Fulbright Award, Will Travel Internationally

Shawn Adler of Science Park High School earned a prestigious Fulbright Teacher Exchange award.

Newark Math Whiz Named As Essex County ‘Teacher Of The Year’

El Houcin Houssam has been named as Essex County’s “teacher of the year.” He is an inspiration to students – in and out of the classroom.

NJIT In Newark Will Honor ‘Historic’ Gift From Alum With Renaming

The donation is the single-largest philanthropic commitment ever made by an NJIT graduate to the university, administrators said.

Essex County College, NJCU Sign Transfer Agreement For Students

Students at Essex County College now have a new pathway to continue their educations at New Jersey City University.

Newark Teacher 'Dedicates Her Time To Students,' Parent Says

Patch and T-Mobile are spotlighting some outstanding educators in New Jersey. Here's one from Newark that deserves applause.

Tuition Hike Coming At Rutgers In New Jersey; Board OKs Budget

The cost of attending the state university of New Jersey is going up.

8 New School Principals Appointed In Newark: See The List

“With their passion and perseverance, these principals exemplify how leadership and learning are inseparable.”

Newark Educator Empathizes With Students' Struggles: Teacher Spotlight

Patch and T-Mobile are spotlighting some outstanding educators in New Jersey. Here's one from Newark that deserves applause.

Kind-Hearted Essex County Teacher Goes 'Above And Beyond' For Students

Patch and T-Mobile are spotlighting some outstanding educators in New Jersey. Here's one from Essex County that deserves applause.

NJ Students Earn Diplomas While Incarcerated In Essex County

Here’s what these inspiring young people had to say after earning their diplomas at Sojourn High School in Newark.

Newark High School Seniors Nail Down $165M In Scholarships

Nearly 3,000 graduating seniors got a huge round of applause from Newark public school officials this week.

NJ Charter School Parents Push State Lawmakers To Restore Funding

“We have students in buildings that are well over 100-years-old where pipes burst, boilers break, windows won’t open and roofs leak.”

In Newark: Philip’s Academy Hosts Book Talk With Acclaimed Author

Dr. DeForest Soaries’ Book Talk Part of Newark Public Charter School’s Ongoing Commitment to Financial Wellness