The students and teachers in Union Middle School and Rutherford High School finished up the first month of school with lots of great discussion and writing in their English classes. Students came in to school prepared to write and discuss their independently chosen summer reading selection. This first writing prompt gave teachers a baseline writing sample in which to plan further writing lessons. Students have begun to delve into their first literature selection and the many creative and analytical projects that go along with it. The English department is looking forward to a productive … [Read more...] about A Successful September
RHS Students Win Art and Literature Awards
Rutherford High School is excited to announce that three RHS students have been selected as statewide winners of the NJ PTA Reflections contest in art and literature!
RHS Fundraiser at Barnes & Noble and Meet YA Author Siobhan Vivian
Come see RHS alumna and famed YA author Siobhan Vivian at Barnes & Noble on Route 3 in Clifton this weekend and also help the RHS Library do some fundraising. Join us on Saturday, April 28th. Events begin at 12pm. Siobhan will be doing a reading from her newest book, "Stay Sweet," the RHS choir will be performing, and the RHS Bulldog will be there for pictures! Use the voucher below to help the RHS Library … [Read more...] about RHS Fundraiser at Barnes & Noble and Meet YA Author Siobhan Vivian
What Going On In Our Classrooms
What’s Going On In Our Classes - English Here’s a snapshot of what’s been going on in our classrooms! We wish Mr. Justin Bank the best of luck as he leaves RHS. He was filling in for Mrs. Nicole Bowden while she was on maternity leave. In his time with us, he truly embodied the Bulldog spirit. The students and staff will certainly miss his enthusiasm and passion! We also are pleased to welcome Mrs. Bowden back to RHS. Mr. Justin Bank - RHS Students in Mr. Bank’s 200 English class have just concluded their unit on “The Search for a Voice.” Many of the short story readings … [Read more...] about What Going On In Our Classrooms
Welcome Back! – September 2017
The English department of Rutherford High School and Union Middle School has kicked off what promises to be an exciting school year! We hope that your students feel the same way! The addition of the Chromebooks to our classroom tools has already made an amazing difference. Gone are the days of dittos, handouts, and photocopies! This is a whole new world! If you have questions about how your students are using these devices in English, please contact your child's teacher. All teachers will be demonstrating Google Classroom during the upcoming "Back-To-School" nights at UMS and RHS. At … [Read more...] about Welcome Back! – September 2017