A small ensemble from the Rutherford High School Concert Choir, under the direction of Mrs. Patricia Blanchard, was proud to perform at the Borough of Rutherford 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony in Lincoln Park. During the ceremony, the Borough honored the memories of the six Rutherford residents whom were lost during the terror attacks of September 11th, 2001. The Rutherford Public Schools extends its sincerest sympathies to the families of Port Authority Police Officer Maurice Barry, John Crowe, Ronnie Breitweiser, Tim Finnerty, John Griffin and Port Authority Police Officer Paul … [Read more...] about RHS Choir Remembers 9/11
Foods Classes Practice Knife Safety
Students in Ms. Cafiero's Foods classes are learning about the proper way to use knives when slicing, cutting, chopping, and dicing. Today they practiced using kinetic sand which allows students to see the outcome without generating additional food waste. The foods classes don't only teach nutrition and traditional "cooking skills," but also safety in the kitchen environment. … [Read more...] about Foods Classes Practice Knife Safety
English 400 9/11 Remembrance
Seniors in Miss Rizzi and Dr. Porto's English 400 classes participated in a station activity regarding the remembrance of 9/11. Students were able to analyze visuals, videos, and personal accounts from the day of the attacks and took part in meaningful discussions with teachers and with each other. The students handled the experience with respect and sincerity. … [Read more...] about English 400 9/11 Remembrance
Tuesdays with Morrie – Honors English 400 Student Activity
Mr. Stracco's Honors 400 English 400 classes participated in a Human Bingo game as a review of their summer reading, Tuesdays with Morrie by Mitch Albom.
Tuesdays with Morrie by Mitch Albom is a heartwarming and inspirational memoir about the author's relationship with his former college professor, Morrie Schwartz. The book chronicles their weekly meetings after Albom reconnects with Morrie, who is dying from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).
Throughout their Tuesday conversations, Morrie shares his wisdom on life’s important topics, including love, work, aging, and death. … [Read more...] about Tuesdays with Morrie – Honors English 400 Student Activity
RHS Student Actors Win Seven Metro Award Nominations
Rutherford High School is proud to announce that RHS' musical, The Lightning Thief, has received SEVEN Metro Award Nominations:
Outstanding Cameo by … [Read more...] about RHS Student Actors Win Seven Metro Award Nominations