Category: Sentinel-EBS Opinion

  • Writer takes issue with board member’s comment on school busing

    This letter is written in response to a recent statement made by East Brunswick Board of Education member Jodi Doud. I am appalled that Ms. Doud had the nerve to state that busing would have to be offered to all residents if it were offered to those in the less-than-2-mile guideline set forth by the…

  • If Monroe referendum fails, where will schools put children?

    If Monroe referendum fails, where will schools put children? The new Monroe school referendum was put together after many months of extensive research by the Board of Education and the township of Monroe to find a location for the new high school. They agreed on Thompson Park. If the December referendum is approved, 35 acres…

  • Repairs completed on time, thanks to school officials

    There seems to be far too many times in today’s day and age when people write letters only to complain about other people. Today, I am writing to acknowledge and thank the administration of Monroe Township Schools. Toward the end of the last school year, a problem arose with the stands at our high school…

  • Impressed by programs, service, staff at library

    My decision to move to Monroe Township was based on a number of factors, but frankly, the local library was not one of my considerations. I have been here a short time, and nothing has impressed me more than the Monroe Township Public Library. The hours of operation, the selection of books and media, the…

  • School starts with more students, new teachers

    By jennifer domeStaff Writer School starts with more students, new teachers By jennifer dome Staff Writer SOUTH RIVER — It seems Mother Nature knew this was the first week of school. If any students struggled to get themselves out of bed for school Wednesday, the sun also had a hard time making its way through…

  • New schools super tells students to never give up

    Longtime South River staffer begins first yearas its superintendent By jennifer domeStaff Writer New schools super tells students to never give up Longtime South River staffer begins first year as its superintendent By jennifer dome Staff Writer FARRAH MAFFAI New South River Superintendent of Schools Ron Grygo reviews the district’s schedule in his office on…

  • Those in need face special difficulties during summer months

    Most people consider winter the harshest season. But you only have to ask a homeless person to find out that summer bodes other hardships, those brought on by soaring temperatures and the incessant sun with no relief in sight. On the other hand, those rainy days of summer cause those who are homeless to become…

  • Referendum is all about quality education, not a park

    I would like to make one thing perfectly clear. The upcoming Dec. 9 bond referendum is not about a park, as some would have you believe. To the contrary, the Dec. 9 bond referendum is about ensuring quality education for students, and that’s what people need to focus on. Already we are seeing what overcrowding…

  • Mayor and council put Monroe children first

    As a parent, I have been involved with the Monroe Township Girls Softball Association program for almost 15 years. I have also been involved in recreation programs in two other towns. I am extremely impressed with the recreational facilities and the year-round programs that are available in my community, Monroe. Mayor Richard Pucci and the…