Being a student and a nationally ranked boxer with a goal of becoming a world champion takes dedication, teamwork and taking schoolwork on the road.
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Arts & CultureMaplewoodSchools / KidsSouth Orange
Students, Parents, AP Lit Teacher Tell BOE That District Mishandled ‘Oscar Wao’ Removal
by Ella Levyby Ella LevyAlthough students can opt in to read the book, they want it fully restored to the curriculum and demand a more transparent process. “Stop asserting this ban is to protect us or for mental health,” said AP Lit student Ellie Tamir-Hoehn.
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ElectionMaplewoodPolitics
REPORT: Deb Engel Seeks Dem Party Endorsement for County Commission At-Large Seat
Former Maplewood Township Committeewoman and Deputy Mayor Deb Engel is one of 12 Democrats to file letters of intent seeking the party’s endorsement to run for four at-large seats on …
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MaplewoodSchools / KidsSouth Orange
CHS Marine Biology Club Raises Funds to Support Science—And Send a Message
“If people actually understood the importance of marine research, they would participate more in our cause to fund it, or at least encourage the government to begin funding it again with public pressure.” — CHS Marine Biology Club President Nicola Suraci
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From JESPY House: SOUTH ORANGE – During Special Olympics’ Capitol Hill Day, held February 9–11, delegates from 47 states traveled to Washington, D.C. to advocate for critical federal support for …
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Arts & CultureMaplewoodSchools / KidsSouth Orange
Columbia High Students Gave Misty Copeland Her Flowers — and Got a Powerful Gift in Return
From the South Orange-Maplewood School District: Columbia High School recently presented a student art exhibit honoring Misty Copeland, recognizing her lasting impact on the arts and her role as a …

