Tag: Hopewell Valley Regional School District
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HOPEWELL: District officials outline safety measures in wake of Florida shooting
In the wake of a deadly Florida high school shooting last Wednesday, Hopewell Valley Regional School District officials assured parents that the district has taken all measures that it can to ensure student safety – from locked doors to emergency drills. “As educators, [the Florida high school shooting] is a tragic reminder of the tremendous…
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HOPEWELL: Equity policy revisions at regional school district pass
With the adoption of a revised “Equity in Educational Programs and Services” policy earlier this week, the Hopewell Valley Regional School District emphasized that it will do all that it can to ensure that all students succeed. The revised policy, which was approved by the Board of Education following a public hearing and second reading…
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HOPEWELL: School district revises equity policies
Whether a student belongs to a minority group, has special needs, is male or female, or comes from a wealthy household, the Hopewell Valley Regional School District wants to ensure that each student succeeds. That philosophy is at the heart of proposed revisions to the school district’s “Equity in Educational Programs and Services” policy. The…
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HOPEWELL: School district takes action against drones
With the proliferation of drones or unmanned aircraft lately, the Hopewell Valley Regional School District has made it clear through a newly adopted policy that it will not tolerate drones being flown over any school properties. There is a need for the policy as drones become more prevalent and more powerful, said Superintendent of Schools…
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HOPEWELL: School board swears in Murray, Sawicki, Tracy in reorganization
Two veteran school board members and a newcomer were sworn into office at the Hopewell Valley Regional School District Board of Education’s annual reorganization meeting Monday night. Veteran school board members Alyce Murray and Adam Sawicki, along with newcomer Sarah Tracy, were sworn into office for three-year terms on the school board. All three represent…
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HOPEWELL: Municipal alliance to host parenting conference later this month
Raising a happy, healthy and resilient child is the goal of all parents – but how does a parent do that, since children do not come with a handbook or instruction manual. Parents, caregivers and guardians can start by attending the Hopewell Valley Parenting Conference, set for Jan. 20 from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.…
