Reminder: 4th and 5th Grade Parent & Student Presentation sponsored by the Federated HSA: Dynamic Influence (Robert Hackenson)
Dynamic Influence specializes in "edutaining" presentations about social media dangers & cyber safety for schools and parents. Hackenson uses entertainment like magic, hypnosis, and visual effects, to deliver memorable and engaging lessons to encourage responsible digital citizenship to a young audience. All parents of 4th and 5th grade students are encouraged to attend.
April 9th
Orchard: 9 am - Travell: 11 am - Willard: 2 pm
April 10th
Ridge: 9 am - Hawes: 11 am - Somerville: 2 pm
Dynamic Influence specializes in "edutaining" presentations about social media dangers & cyber safety for schools and parents. Hackenson uses entertainment like magic, hypnosis, and visual effects, to deliver memorable and engaging lessons to encourage responsible digital citizenship to a young audience. All parents of 4th and 5th grade students are encouraged to attend.
April 9th
Orchard: 9 am - Travell: 11 am - Willard: 2 pm
April 10th
Ridge: 9 am - Hawes: 11 am - Somerville: 2 pm
Celebrate inclusion with a district-wide Spirit Week to promote kindness, acceptance, and school spirit all week long.
Monday, April 6 – Wear Neon 🌟
Tuesday, April 7 – Team Jersey Day 🏈
Wednesday, April 8 – Orange Out 🧡
Thursday, April 9 – Comfy Day 💤
Friday, April 10 – School Spirit Day 🎉
Be a part of team inclusion!
Due to the rain received overnight and current fields conditions, all RPS grass fields are closed today.
Kangaroo Club Starts Friday! Sign Up Today!
New Date! Week of Inclusion Spirit Week Starts Monday, April 6th!
A reminder that Ridgewood Public Schools is closed on Friday, March 20th for Eid-Al-Fitr. Enjoy the long weekend.
SEPAG In-Person Coffee Chat with Alicia Pavone on Mon., March 16 @ 9:30am
Alicia Pavone, Director of Special Programs, will join SEPAG and parents for an informal discussion focusing on inclusion and any other issues parents raise.
To RSVP:
https://ada2.edulnk.com/e/n31b9/Q8j0C2?__$u__&nk=NjlhYWUzMjc2NzQ0MmU4M2E2ODliOGU4LGNjb3JsaXNzQHJwc25qLnVzOjo6NmV2emxyeGk1aGx5eWdoNA..
Alicia Pavone, Director of Special Programs, will join SEPAG and parents for an informal discussion focusing on inclusion and any other issues parents raise.
To RSVP:
https://ada2.edulnk.com/e/n31b9/Q8j0C2?__$u__&nk=NjlhYWUzMjc2NzQ0MmU4M2E2ODliOGU4LGNjb3JsaXNzQHJwc25qLnVzOjo6NmV2emxyeGk1aGx5eWdoNA..
Can't attend tonight's RPS District-Wide Orchestral Event?
You can still enjoy the incredible sounds of our students musicians!
Listen via our live link: Tonight, Wednesday, March 11th at 7:00PM
Reminder! The Wizards are back! This Sunday, March 8th at 12 PM the Wizards will return for a second game.
(Rescheduled from February 22nd 4 pm ). We have about 100 seats left! A great way to spend a Sunday!
Purchase Tickets at https://api.harlemwizardsinabox.com/game/event/ridgewoodnj02-22-26-04-00pm/
If you previously picked up entry bracelets, please discard them.
Simply have your tickets ready when you enter the high school (either a printout or on your phone).
When the doors open at 11 AM, you will be able to purchase Wizards’ jerseys & merchandise.
Concessions will also be running which will include; water, candy and pizza (cash sales preferred).
You can also purchase a reserved full size pie from Labella Pizzeria:
Pre-purchase full pie: https://wizardspizza2026.cheddarup.com/
Pre-order pizza sales will close on Friday, March 6th at 5:00pm.
(Rescheduled from February 22nd 4 pm ). We have about 100 seats left! A great way to spend a Sunday!
Purchase Tickets at https://api.harlemwizardsinabox.com/game/event/ridgewoodnj02-22-26-04-00pm/
If you previously picked up entry bracelets, please discard them.
Simply have your tickets ready when you enter the high school (either a printout or on your phone).
When the doors open at 11 AM, you will be able to purchase Wizards’ jerseys & merchandise.
Concessions will also be running which will include; water, candy and pizza (cash sales preferred).
You can also purchase a reserved full size pie from Labella Pizzeria:
Pre-purchase full pie: https://wizardspizza2026.cheddarup.com/
Pre-order pizza sales will close on Friday, March 6th at 5:00pm.
Reminder - Change in Budget Meeting Dates:
March 9th - Cancelled
March 16th - Special Meeting for Budget Presentation
March 23rd - Regular Meeting and Budget Adoption
Per the February 26th BOE Meeting
Reminder: Unified Clothing Sale to Benefit Unified Events - Sale Closes March 14th
All proceeds from the sale benefit Unified events. Sale ends on March 14th, so don't delay!
Website Link: https://theshirtdr.chipply.com/ridgewoodunifiedsports
All proceeds from the sale benefit Unified events. Sale ends on March 14th, so don't delay!
Website Link: https://theshirtdr.chipply.com/ridgewoodunifiedsports
Reminder: Asian Festival is this Saturday, starting at 5PM at RHS. You don't want to miss this spectacular event! Performances, food, and so much more! It is a beautiful display of Asian culture for all ages. Adults and High School students: $5, Middle/Elementary students: $3. All proceeds benefit Doctors Without Borders.
Annie Tickets on Sale Now
The RHS New Players are offering two special performances for our younger students or for anyone who wants to see a version of the show! FLASH ANNIE is a special 50-minute performance, perfect for elementary students.
Flash shows are Friday, 3/27 at 5pm and Saturday, 3/28 at 10am.
The RHS New Players are offering two special performances for our younger students or for anyone who wants to see a version of the show! FLASH ANNIE is a special 50-minute performance, perfect for elementary students.
Flash shows are Friday, 3/27 at 5pm and Saturday, 3/28 at 10am.
The ACCESS Committee's February Sensory-Friendly dinner scheduled for Monday, February 23rd has been cancelled. Thank you.
All activities held at Ridgewood Public Schools will end by 2:00 PM today, Sunday, February 22nd.
11:45 AM Wizards Game: will proceed as scheduled.
3:30 PM Wizards Game: is cancelled.
All Other Activities: will complete by 2:00pm.
See email for more details.
11:45 AM Wizards Game: will proceed as scheduled.
3:30 PM Wizards Game: is cancelled.
All Other Activities: will complete by 2:00pm.
See email for more details.
Heading to the Wizards game on Sunday? Looking to skip the line?
Stop by the Ridgewood Public Library on Sat. Feb. 21st between 3-5pm to pick up your entry bracelets!
Concessions (drinks, candy, pizza slices) available at the game or preorder/pay for a full La Bella pizza pie: https://wizardspizza2026.cheddarup.com.
Didn't get your tickets? There are a few tickets left for the 4:00pm 2026 Harlem Wizards Game! See some of your principals and teachers take to the court! You don't want to miss this!
Sunday Feb. 22nd at RHS - Tickets: $25 each
Scan to purchase or visit:
https://api.harlemwizardsinabox.com/game/event/ridgewoodnj02-22-26-04-00pm/
Stop by the Ridgewood Public Library on Sat. Feb. 21st between 3-5pm to pick up your entry bracelets!
Concessions (drinks, candy, pizza slices) available at the game or preorder/pay for a full La Bella pizza pie: https://wizardspizza2026.cheddarup.com.
Didn't get your tickets? There are a few tickets left for the 4:00pm 2026 Harlem Wizards Game! See some of your principals and teachers take to the court! You don't want to miss this!
Sunday Feb. 22nd at RHS - Tickets: $25 each
Scan to purchase or visit:
https://api.harlemwizardsinabox.com/game/event/ridgewoodnj02-22-26-04-00pm/
Reminder! Join Dr. Mark Schwarz for February's Superintendent Coffee - Tonight! Thursday, February 19th at 7pm via Zoom
https://ridgewood-k12-nj-ua.zoom.us/j/89843279605
We hope to see you there!
https://ridgewood-k12-nj-ua.zoom.us/j/89843279605
We hope to see you there!
Reminder:
School is closed on Monday and Tuesday - February 16th and 17th for President's Day and Lunar New Year. Enjoy the long weekend!
School is closed on Monday and Tuesday - February 16th and 17th for President's Day and Lunar New Year. Enjoy the long weekend!
Faculty/Staff and Students - Please take extra caution when walking on and off school grounds, especially when crossing roadways and parking lots. Despite salting by the crews, refreezing has created some slippery areas throughout.
It may be snowing outside, but if you have an incoming kindergartener, it is a great day to complete their registration for the 2026-2027 school year!
Register now to help us ensure that we have the proper amount of staff in our schools and to help ensure your child goes to your home school.
Register now to help us ensure that we have the proper amount of staff in our schools and to help ensure your child goes to your home school.
