New Providence Students Head Back To School Next Week

New students can tour their schools before classes begin next Thursday, followed by an early dismissal Friday.

New Providence Schools Release Summer Reading Assignments

Lists for elementary, middle and high school students are now available under each school site's shortcuts.

How Much Does New Providence Schools Superintendent Make? State Data Reveals

The figures are part of a statewide data release covering school district leaders across New Jersey.

New Providence 5th-Graders Complete 10-Week Anti-Drug, Anti-Bullying Program

4 students were chosen to read their reflection essays at the L.E.A.D. graduation ceremony.

Road Closure Near New Providence HS Wednesday For Impaired Driving Simulation

Balcom Road and part of Pioneer Drive will be closed from 11 a.m. through the end of the school day; alternate pickup locations available.

New Providence BOE To Hear Classroom Technology Balance Plan At May 28 Meeting

"Balanced by Design" is the months-long result of research and planning to guide how technology is used by grade level across the district.

New Providence Schools Named Best Community For Music Education For 15th Time

No Union County district has been recognized more consistently by the NAMM Foundation for music education than New Providence.

New Providence Schools Scramble To Fix AC During Heat Advisory

The district said contractors are working across all three school buildings as heat indexes near 100 degrees.

From Student To Teacher: Westfield Educators Return To Familiar Classrooms

Former Westfield students honored as teachers say they now work in the same classrooms where they once attended school.

Junior League Announces Availability of Scholarship Applications

Scholarships Available for College Bound Women

Teacher Spotlight: David Forster Makes Difference In Berkeley Heights

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they’re valued and appreciated.

Honorable Ann Conti Scholarship Accepting Applications

The merit scholarship will award $2,500 to a Union County resident attending a New Jersey law school on a full-time basis.

Union County College : Three Union Students Chosen To Participate In The Kaplan Leadership Program

Union students selected as KLP Scholars are Marlon Arteaga, of Elizabeth; Sybel Francois, of Springfield; and Belicia Kensah, also of El ...

2021 College Aid: How New Providence-Berkeley Heights Area Compares In Application Rates

See how FAFSA applications changed for New Providence-Berkeley Heights area high schools.

Union County College : College Board Of Governors Chair Mary Zimmermann Elected Chair Of The New Jersey Council Of County Colleges

Mrs. Zimmermann, of Summit, is a proud 2001 alumna of Union County College and a zealous advocate for the needs of Union students. She h ...

Union County College : College Received $2.9M Title V Grant For New ExCEL Program

With the funding from the grant, Union College will implement Project ExCEL (Experiential Center for Education and Leadership) to improv ...

Union County College : College One Of 150 U.S. Community College Eligible For 2023 Aspen Prize

The 150 eligible colleges have been invited to submit data and narratives as the next steps in an intensive data and practice review pro ...

Union County College : Union County College Dedicates Weidenburner Hall In Honor Of Largest Single Donation

Prior to his death, Mr. Weidenburner established this endowed scholarship with the Union County College Foundation in his parents' name. ...

Union County College : College Celebrates Largest Graduating Class In Its History

Over the past decade, the College has refocused its efforts on student success and outcomes. This includes modernizing and streamlining ...

Union County College : College Students Participated In NASA Career Simulation

During the week, students assumed the role of NASA employees and engaged in authentic learning by building an Autonomous Pop-Up Flat Fol ...

Union County College : College Celebrates Completion Of Roy W. Smith Theater Renovation

The comprehensive renovation of the Theater included: complete redesign, new interior finishes and seating, new state of the art lightin ...

Union County College : Looking For A New Career – Train To Become A Pharmacy Technician!

Working under the supervision of a Licensed Pharmacist, Pharmacy Technicians speak with customers to acquire information, count tablets, ...

Union County College : College Board Of Trustees Chair Victor M. Richel Receives Prestigious Leadership Award

Mr. Richel is a community leader, philanthropist, and businessman. Mr. Richel was a Vice President for Elizabethtown Gas and it was unde ...

Union County College : Foundation's Annual Close The Gap Reception Raised Over $50,000

Since 2015, the Close the Gap campaign has raised nearly $300,000 which has been invested in scholarships, grant and program support, an ...

Union County College : College Welcomes New Dean Of Students

In his time as Dean of Students at Johnson C. Smith University, Dr. Dean provided leadership to student life. He supervised student lead ...

Biden Nominates Kean University Admin For Federal Position

Barbara George Johnson​ is now a member of the Board of Trustees of the Barry Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Foundation.

Union County College : Summit Foundation Helps Union Students Graduate With Generous Donation

Since the start of the campaign six years ago, the College's graduation rates have continued to climb, now exceeding both the state and ...

New Providence-Berkeley Heights Area Completion Rates For College Aid Applications

Nationally, applications for financial aid are down this year.

Berkeley Heights Student Appointed By NJ-7 Rep. Tom Malinowski

A student from Governor Livingston High School was picked to be part of the congressman's list of NJ-7 Service Academy Appointees.

Union County College : College To Offer Free COVID-19 Vaccines On June 30 Featuring Raffles And Giveaways

The event will feature raffles for gift cards and even laptops and free tuition for students as well as giveaway items, including button ...

Union County College Welcomes Berkeley Heights Reverend

Reverend and doctor Francis A. Hubbard​​ is one of the Union County College Board's new trustees.

Union County College : Grant From Investors Foundation To Support Union Students

Developed in 2018, this scholarship provides vital support to our first-generation college students. Investors Bank has been an avid sup ...

Union County College : Union County College Foundation To Host 6th Annual Close The Gap Cocktail Reception

Since 2015, the Close the Gap campaign has raised nearly $300,000 which has been invested in scholarships, grant and program support, an ...

Congratulations, New Providence Grad Sabrina Gerace

Before this year's seniors head on to that next step in their lives, we want to take a moment to let their stars shine here on Patch.

Union County College : College Establishes University Center At The Scotch Plains Campus To Open Fall 2021

The University Center will provide students seeking their baccalaureate degree in select programs the opportunity to continue their educ ...

Congratulating The Class Of 2021: David Aprill Of New Providence

Before this year's seniors head on to that next step in their lives, we want to take a moment to let their stars shine here on Patch.

Honor Your 2021 Graduate On New Providence-Berkeley Heights Patch

Students have overcome many obstacles the past year. Celebrate your graduate on New Providence-Berkeley Heights Patch.

FAFSA Completions Down In NJ: How New Providence-Berkeley Heights Area Schools Compare

See how college aid applications changed for New Providence-Berkeley Heights area high schools.

Union County College : College Welcomes Non-Traditional Students, Those With Credits And No Degree

Union County College offers affordable tuition, with no increase for the 2021-2022 school year. This is the second year in row with no i ...

Union County College : Union County College Graduates Now Attending Elite Four-Year Colleges

While each of these three graduates had their own journey, there is a common thread: they all wanted to start their college experience a ...

Immersion Education: Supporting Equity, Unity And Gifted Students

Enrollment in language immersion is a growing trend with proven results.

U.S. Competitiveness Begins With K-12 Language Learning

Multilingual skills are more important than ever as 75% of the world does not speak English.

Nelyda Miguel Selected As Next Head Of School For HudsonWay

Miguel will oversee the HudsonWay Immersion School’s two campuses in Stirling, NJ and New York City.

HudsonWay Immersion School Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

Providing cultural enrichment for the community and meaningful learning projects for students.