Education

TRENTON – Governor Phil Murphy today signed A1181/S2054 to make the completion of a financial aid application form a prerequisite to graduation for public high school and charter school students in New Jersey. Beginning with the 2023-2024 11th grade class, and for two school years thereafter, students and their guardians will be required to complete and submit either the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the NJ Alternative Financial Aid Application, as guided by the Higher Education Student Assistance Authority (HESAA), in order to receive their high school diploma. The information on a student’s financial aid application is used to notify them of any financial aid they are eligible to receive if they pursue a postsecondary education.

According to NJ.com, homeschooled children in the Wall Township School District, will no longer be able to participate in school sports, clubs or any other extracurricular activities

The federal funding will help 5 schools in Monmouth & Ocean County among 25 others around NJ

On October 12th, Frederick K. Short, the father of three Cherry Hill high school students filed a federal lawsuit against the school district and the N.J. Department of Education over its guidance on notifying parents when their children request accommodations related to being transgender.

FREEHOLD, NJ – The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners congratulates Brookdale Community College for being ranked as the Best Community College in New Jersey according to the 2024 Best Colleges Rankings released by Niche.

TRENTON – The Murphy Administration today announced that the state of New Jersey has joined the Complete College America (CCA) Alliance, a coalition of states, systems, institutions of higher education, and other organizations committed to improving credential attainment and college completion rates across the country. As part of the Alliance, New Jersey will gain access to tools, resources, and experts at the forefront of forward-thinking ideas to equitably improve outcomes for students and boost economic opportunity across the state.

Wawa, PA (September 1, 2023) – Wawa, Inc., is thrilled to announce today the return of its month-long “Cheers toClassrooms” celebration from September 1 – September 30

According to the Asbury Park Press, judge policies at three school districts in Monmouth County has been temporarily blocked by a Superior Court Judge from going into effect.

The mission of Bridge of Books is to Mission is to provide an ongoing source of books to underserved children throughout New Jersey in order to support the development of literacy skills and encourage a love of reading.