Can Smartphones Make Smart Students? Schools Think So

No more pencils, no more books. iPads, smartphones and other technology find their way into the classroom.

Get Your School District's Bus Safety Report Card

Parents can search with their child's bus number, company name or company address

Seton Hall Students Stand Up Against US Involvement in Syria

Students made a human chain to protest the possibility of bombing Syria

Post Your Back-To-School Photos On South Orange Patch!

Share those first-day-of-school photos with your neighbors.

South Orange and Maplewood Schools Open Monday

Students in grades K-7 and 9 return to school on Monday. Grades 8 and 10-12 start Tuesday.

Suave Washes Away the Competition (Sponsored)

Parents enlist the help of Suave for its ability to gently soothe and wash away the remnants of the game. Sponsored by Suave.

Seton Hall Students Welcome Pope in Rio De Janeiro

Seton Hall Student, Editor of the Sentonian Pens Patch Letter to the Editor.

Seton Hall Students Rally Against Syria Bombing

Students members of the Martin Luther King Scholarship Association at Seton Hall University will block traffic on campus, Friday, to show opposition to the possible bombing of Syria.

Seton Hall President Delivers State of the University Address

Seton Hall University President Gabriel Esteban delivered a “State of the University” address

Get Ready to Go Back to School With These Tips in Maplewood and South Orange

Here's what you need to do to get ready for the new school year.

5 Laugh-Out-Loud Blogs to Start the School Year

You've bought the supplies (or not), you've got the new clothes (some of them), and like it or not, the first day of school is upon you. Here, some inspiration to get you ready for the year ahead.

School Upgrades, Renovations Continue for New Year

Restoration of Columbia High School's auditorium among the summer projects being completed.

Board of Ed Rep Raises Student Voice

Maggie Kritzberg, Columbia High School Class of 2015, becomes a non-voting member of the Board of Education.

School Board Candidates Kick Off Campaign

The BOE2013 ticket includes school board President Beth Daugherty, member David Giles and newcomer Stephanie Lawson-Muhammad.

'Take a Seat' Effort Raises $359K to Restore CHS Auditorium

'The success of this effort is a resounding tribute to the beloved school community of Maplewood and South Orange,' Achieve Executive Director Deborah Prinz said.

Superintendent's Salary Increased to $220K

Brian Osborne will earn $220,001 after the South Orange – Maplewood Board of Education Monday voted unanimously for the raise.

Video: Brian Osborne Lauds Ann Arbor Schools, Outcomes

South Orange - Maplewood School Superintendent Brian Osborne is a finalist for the same position in Ann Arbor, MI.

South Orange Native Wins 2013 HK Project Scholarship

The HK Project Scholarship Program awards a high school senior from Maplewood or South Orange a $5,000 college scholarship.

South Orange - Maplewood School Summer Reading Lists

What should your kids be reading this summer?

Future Beckoning, Columbia High School Class of 2013 Graduates

CHS seniors graduate Wednesday at Richard J. Codey Arena in West Orange.

South Orange Middle School Grads Dine and Dance

The annual dinner-dance is an eighth grade privilege.

CHS Students: Post Your Prom Photos on Patch

Prom is Monday night; Patch wants to see you in your finery.

Board of Education Approves New Hires

The South Orange-Maplewood school district is getting a new attorney, an arts department supervisor and an assistant principal for Jefferson School.

School Expansion Plans, New Pool Considered

Capital forum on Monday night brought out dozens of residents.

Columbia High School Final Exam Schedule

Exams begin Wednesday, June 19.

Science is Honored at South Orange Middle School

Challenging Science Fair projects are awarded during School in Action Night.

South Orange-Maplewood BOE to Host Capital Plan Forum

Public forum will include presentation and discussion on district's capital plans.

Photo of the Day: Columbia HS Students Take it to the Spectrum

The CHS Club "Spectrum" represented at the North Jersey Pride Festival

Robotics Meeting for Elementary Kids Set for Tuesday

There will be an open meeting for all elementary school students on Tuesday 7 p.m. at Jefferson School.

Departing Arts Director Has Been 'Breath of Fresh Air' to School District

Anthony Mazzocchi discusses future plans and what he will most miss about the district.

South Mountain Students Win County Poster Contest

Two fourth-graders receive medals in 'My Essex County' Poster Contest.

Robotics Meeting Open to All, Will Preview and Show

Those interested in robots can check them out Wednesday night in the CHS cafeteria.

SOM Middle Schools in Action Thursday

SOMS and MMS will host special night for rising sixth-graders and their parents.

PHOTOS: Marshall School Celebrates Field Day

A day of crazy noses and fun at Marshall.

District: Gas Odor Harmless, Related to PSE&G Work

Odor led to brief evacuation of Marshall School, says SOMSD Superintendent.

Jefferson Kids Celebrate Mythology with Puppets

The mythology unit concluded with puppet shows

Newsweek Names Columbia High School 1286 in USA

The magazine's 2013 rankings came out Monday.

Legally Blonde Wins Rising Star Nod for Actress, Production, Chorus, Direction

Paper Mill Playhouse nominates the entire case for honorable mention for this year’s high school musical.

5K Run to Raise Funds for Inner-City Scholarships at Seton Hall Prep

Runners, sponsors being sought for May 11 event

Columbia HS Students Talk Back to Technology

Facebook is out; iPhones are in