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Absenteeism a Big Factor in School Report Cards

The district has begun looking at the recently released state school performance reports, and absenteeism is a big factor in college and career readiness scores for individual schools.

Bridgewater-Raritan Bumped From Magazine’s Top School Ranking

Despite being No. 34 last year, Bridgewater-Raritan High School did not make the list from U.S. News & World Report of the top 50 high schools in the state.

Interim Band Director Stepping in for Suspended Teacher

The district has hired an interim band director while Larry Markiewicz’s suspension still stands—and the administration has declined to comment on how long it will last.

Marine Corps Sponsoring First Basilone Bowl

The Marine Corps is sponsoring the first ever Gunnery Sgt. John Basilone Bowl with football players from across the county playing to honor the late John Basilone.

District Considering Partnership With Henkel Corp.

The school district is looking into the possibility of a partnership with Henkel Corporation to bring job fairs and work opportunities for students.

District Considering Turf for Baseball Field

The district is considering whether turf is the best decision for repairing the baseball field at the high school.

Students Skipping College Tours Because of Absentee Fears

Students have said they are missing college fairs because they are concerned about losing credits in classes because of too many absences.