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🌱 How is Rahway’s preschool program redefining inclusion for local families?

Rahway, New Jersey Patch AM: a 4 min read

Hi there, Rahway! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How is Rahway’s preschool program redefining inclusion for local families?
  • Which Rahway groups just won new Union County arts funding?
  • What does this new 3-star rating mean for Rahway YMCA families?

Also on today's calendar: Unemployed? Obtain a Free Training Grant for Top Certifications and 2 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the turtle cross the road ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny and warmer, with a high of 86 and low of 64 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: Times of clouds and sun, temps: high: 85, low: 68.
  • Friday: A couple of showers, with a high of 82 and low of 69 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Rahway Early Childhood Education Program Promotes Inclusion Initiative (tapinto.net) — Rahway Public Schools’ Early Childhood Education Program has spent five years reshaping its preschool classrooms to be more inclusive for children with and without disabilities. Led by district staff and a Montclair State consultant, the initiative reduced self-contained classes, expanded collaborative learning, and earned recognition as a demonstration site, reinforcing Rahway’s commitment to equitable early education.
   

• Union County invests in local arts and history through 2026 HEART grants (unionnewsdaily.com) — Rahway’s Merchants and Drovers Tavern Museum and Peruvians for Progress are among 81 artists and organizations sharing $100,000 in Union County HEART arts and history grants for 2026. The county program backs cultural, educational, and historical projects across Union County, with funding aimed at keeping local arts vibrant and accessible for residents.
   

• The Gateway Family YMCA Awarded a 3-Star Rating from Grow NJ Kids (tapinto.net) — Gateway Family YMCA’s Union branch earned a 3-star Grow NJ Kids rating, underscoring quality child care that also benefits Rahway families. The Y now holds high marks in both Union and Elizabeth while continuing to offer child care, after-school, and camp programs for over 2,400 children across Elizabeth, Rahway, and Union.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • TJX Companies, Inc. posted a job opening for Store Backroom Processors in Clark. Apply here.
  • Jimmy's Gourmet Bakery posted a job opening for Production Manager in Carteret. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Rahway here.

🗞 Nearby News

Clark

  • Drive-Thru Coffee Chain Opens Newest Location In Clark (patch.com)
  • Clark Council Celebrates ALJ Baseball Team (tapinto.net)
  • Clark Public School District Celebrates Achievement Based on Most Recent NJ School Performance Reports (tapinto.net)

Linden

  • The City of Linden Celebrates Juneteenth with a Flag Raising Ceremony (tapinto.net)

Woodbridge

  • 2026 July 4 Fireworks Guide For Woodbridge (patch.com)

Ok Rahway! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: She was going to the shell station (Thank you Nettie D. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Rahway

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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Rahway

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.