Rutherford Public Schools

Facility Plans Update

The Board of Education has approved the submission of facility plans to the State Department of Education for review. The plans were revised from the facility plan proposed in the 2018 referendum. The new plans cut nearly $12 million dollars of projects from the original proposal. Due to rising costs including increased tariffs, the net reduction is $7.6 million making the local share of the proposed $45 million dollar project approximately $35 million. The DOE has 90 days to review plans. When the plans are approved by the DOE, the Board will decide whether or not to go forward with a second referendum. A summary of the new plans is linked. Jack … [Read More...] about Facility Plans Update

Recognizing St. Patrick’s Day

Leprechauns were spotted at Lincoln School and even played some tricks on us! Students in the preschool made a leprechaun trap, but they could not catch the quick-witted leprechauns. Some students had to follow clues around the building to find the pot of gold. We all enjoyed learning about this holiday! … [Read More...] about Recognizing St. Patrick’s Day

Geography Gym

Students at Lincoln School attended the Geography Gym assembly program. The presenter placed a large map of the USA on the gym floor and students ran to different oceans, regions, and states to reinforce map and directional concepts. Students really enjoyed this kinesthetic lesson. Thanks to the Lincoln School PTA for supporting this assembly program. … [Read More...] about Geography Gym

Pierrepont Students Raise $8,247 for the American Heart Association

Students at Pierrepont Elementary School recently participated in the Kids Heart Challenge, raising money for the American Heart Association. Ms. Mahoney, event coordinator and physical education teacher at Pierrepont, is very proud of the students who participated as the group raised $8,247! The Kids Heart Challenge encourages students to take care of their heart through physical activity while making a difference in the lives of others. Students were able to participate in an after school “knock-out” tournament. They also earned prizes according to how much money they raised. This year’s “knock-out” winners are: 4th Grade 1st Samantha Serrano & Cameron Cole 2nd Mia Augustine & Joseph Philp 3rd Dora Ozer & Myles Balchan 5th Grade 1st Cate Finan & … [Read More...] about Pierrepont Students Raise $8,247 for the American Heart Association

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