“We had over 40 candidates from across the country who applied,” said Board President Mfreke “Monk” Inyang. “We had around two dozen who were from outside the state of New Jersey.”
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Nominate a Teacher for the 2025 Judy Weston Awards
The Montclair Fund for Educational Excellence is calling for nominations for the 2025 Judy Weston Awards for Inspired Teaching!
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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship Breakfast Rescheduled to March 15
The event will now take place on March 15, from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. at Montclair High School in the George Inness Building Atrium.
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Laptop Upcycle and Montclair Kiwanis Partner to Expand Student Access to Technology
Learn about Laptop Upcycle and Montclair Kiwanis’ collaboration to provide access to technology for students in northern New Jersey.
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Montclair Cooperative School Opens Innovation Lab
On January 15, upper school parents at the Montclair Cooperative School were invited to a welcome reception celebrating the opening of its Innovation Lab.
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Court Records: Teacher Showed ‘Erratic Behavior’ Before Threats Shut Montclair Schools
Northeast School Principal Joseph Putrino placed Amir Doctry, 45, on an involuntary leave of absence on Thursday, January 9 because of “erratic behavior,” according to the affidavit of probable cause. Putrino told officers that Doctry violated his leave by signing into a classroom after which the district revoked his access to the school and school databases.
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MFEE Awards $60,000 in Grants to Local Educators
MFEE has been funding teachers’ big ideas for more than 30 years.
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Parents Seek to Keep Union Cong Nursery School Open (Updated)
The school building on Cooper Avenue may be converted into affordable senior housing.
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Election Ahead for Glenfield PTA after 59-0 Removal Vote
Dee Thompson, who rejects the vote taken at the Sept. 25 meeting, has not conceded. She called parents who attended the meeting a “disgruntled group of vigilante individuals.’
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Montclair Board of Education Election: Your Questions for the Candidates
Montclair Local will continue to help you get to know the candidates before you cast your vote. But we need your input.
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Join MFEE for Sabor Montclair! A Recipe for Equity and Access in Our Schools
Experience the unique flavors of Montclair with Sabor Montclair and support the Montclair Fund for Educational Excellence. Last year’s event sold out early, so don’t miss your chance to taste delicious food prepared by local chefs from El Salvador, Nicaragua, Ecuador, and Mexico.
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First Day of School Smiles: Montclair Kids Head Back to Class!
Backpacks ready and lots of smiles—Montclair Public Schools officially kicked off the 2024-2025 school year today!
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Hillside Elementary to Set Up Temporary Outdoor Space During Construction
Hillside Elementary’s playground and field are both under construction, but the district has a plan to ensure students can get outdoors for recess and gym.
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Montclair Jewish Workshop—Secular, Inclusive Spiritual Education for Grades K-7 (Sponsored)
Enroll your child in Montclair Jewish Workshop for a secular, inclusive education that promotes cultural and ethical values.
