Remote Learning Set For Election Days In Toms River Schools

Remote instruction has been scheduled in the Toms River Regional Schools in November and June, the superintendent said.

NJ Teacher Of Year From Toms River Earns National Honor

Christine Girtain, the 2022-23 NJ Teacher of the Year, is one of 43 teachers to receive the NEA Foundation Award for Teaching Excellence.

School Absences Down 18.5 Percent In Toms River Regional To Start Year

Schools across the state are focused on improving attendance, which has suffered since the COVID-19 pandemic.

Teacher Spotlight: Carla Ellis Of Toms River Is Kind, Compassionate

Patch and T-Mobile are paying tribute to teachers in the 2023-24 school year.

Updated Homework Policy In Toms River Schools Aims For Balance

The Board of Education introduced an updated policy to strike a balance between academics and the activities students have beyond school.

Toms River Schools Awarded $80K State Grant For Facilities Projects

The state Department of Education announced awards of $350 million for districts to address critical facilities needs.

Toms River Teacher Ben Kleiner 'Makes A Difference' In Kids' Lives

Patch and T-Mobile are paying tribute to teachers as we begin the 2023-24 school year. See how to nominate your teacher.

Teacher Danielle DeCaprio Brings Empathy To Her Students In Toms River

Patch and T-Mobile are paying tribute to teachers as we begin the 2023-24 school year. See how to nominate your teacher.

Connect With Your Child's Toms River School Through Parent App

The Toms River Regional Schools are using a new app to communicate with parents and guardians for the 2023-24 school year.

Back To School: Toms River 2023-24 School Calendar

Here's a handy guide to days off for the 2023-24 school year for the Toms River Regional School District.

Ocean County College Warned Accreditation At Risk; Leadership At Issue

Ocean County College received a non-compliance warning from the Middle States Commission, saying it does not meet governance standards.

Grant Funding New Playground At Walnut Street School In Toms River

Toms River Regional Schools officials said a previous playground had to be torn down due to irreparable damage.

Traffic Alerts: Graduations On Tap For Toms River Schools

The eighth-grade promotion ceremonies and high school graduations are on tap Thursday and Friday in the Toms River Regional Schools.

Toms River South Students Win 1st, 2nd At Georgian Court 'Shark Tank'

The students polished their skills at making business pitches at the Georgian Court Lion's Den Pitch and Innovation competition.

School Rankings Return: See How Toms River Fared For 2021-22

The Toms River Regional school board took a look at the scores and heard what the district is working on to address weaknesses.

Fashion, Welding, Fishing, Robotics: Toms River Expo Has That And More

The TR Excellence Expo is bringing a wealth of hands-on activities and info to the community, including wellness and environmental ideas.

8 Toms River Intermediate Students Headed To Regional Science Fair

Students from all three intermediate schools are to compete at the Delaware Valley Science Fair, after winning at the Jersey Shore fair.

Seaside Heights Woman Receives NASA Grant For Georgian Court Research

Aya Abdo has been researching the effects of daily activities on heart rate as seen via EKGs of the study participants, the university said.

What's In Toms River Schools' 2023-24 Budget? Meeting Will Explain

With a state aid cut of nearly $5 million still on the table, Toms River Regional officials will discuss what the 2023-24 budget looks like.

Toms River Schools Honor Teachers, Support Professionals Of Year

The school board took time to honor the teachers and support professionals for their dedication to Toms River Regional students.

Toms River Students Show Off Business Leadership Skills At NJ Contest

A pair of Toms River East students took first place in the Future Business Leaders of America competition, leading the district's success.

Toms River Schools Hit With $14.4M State Aid Cut For 2023-24

The 31.77 percent aid reduction is the highest percentage among large districts, and comes as Gov. Murphy touted increasing school funding.

Kindergarten Registration Announced For Toms River Schools

Parents and guardians of children who will be 5 by Oct. 1, 2023, can register them for kindergarten. Get the details.

Location Change For Toms River Regional School Board Meeting

The monthly school board meeting on Wednesday is being held in a different site.

Toms River Student Wins STEM Grant From NY Institute Of Technology

The university's mini-STEM grant program helps students pay for the costs of their research materials.

$100K Grant Extends, Expands Trades Education In Toms River Schools

The United Way grant funds Project SPEAR-IT, which introduces students to skills for those who want to pursue construction trades.

Toms River Math Teacher Remembered For Kindness, Generosity

Jena LeRiche, a Toms River Intermediate East math teacher who died Jan. 10, was remembered at the Toms River school board meeting.

Toms River South Senior Captures Spot In All-Eastern Honors Band

Jack Harjes earned one of 21 clarinet positions in the honors band of students from 12 states and the District of Columbia.

New President Named To Head Ocean County College

Pamela Monaco was chosen after a six-month search to replace Jon Larson, who is stepping down at the end of June.

Student Testing In NJ: Too Much Or Not Enough?

From Start Strong to in-class exams to district-based testing, NJ students take a range of tests. Is it enough or too much?

Toms River East Senior Named To Governor's STEM Scholars

Sophia Merlino is one of 128 students statewide accepted into the program.

Halloween Dance Turns Chaotic After False Stabbing Rumor In Beachwood

Authorities are investigating whether the rumor at the Toms River Intermediate School South dance was spread maliciously, an official said.

LWV Hosting Candidates’ Virtual Forum for Toms River BOE

LWV Hosting Candidates’Virtual Forum for Toms River Regional Board of Education on Oct 20 at7 PM; register at bit.ly/trrboeforum

NJ Teacher Of The Year Honor Goes To Toms River Educator

Christine Girtain, who leads the authentic science program at Toms River South and North, was named for the 2022-23 school year.

Niche School Rankings: See Toms River's Grades

Niche released its grades for schools and districts in New Jersey and across the U.S. See how the Toms River Regional Schools were graded.

Give Students Columbus Day Off, Toms River Schools Urged

A move to have Toms River students in school and learning about Columbus Day diminishes the federal holiday's significance, critics said.

Columbus Day Cancellation In Toms River Schools Sparks Complaints

An update shortens the 2022-23 school calendar as it removes what was a day off for students, but a work day for staff.

Sex Education Plan In Toms River Leaves Controversial Parts To Parents

A feedback session featured ongoing criticism, and support for the curriculum plans from other parents in the Toms River Regional community.

Back to School: Toms River Regional Schools 2022-23 Calendar

The first day of school is coming; here's a look at the Toms River Regional Schools' district calendar for the year.

Toms River Science Teacher Named Ocean County Teacher Of The Year

From mentoring students in the authentic science research program to teaching earth science, Christine Girtain feeds a love of learning.