Tag: The Bridge Academy
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Bridge Academy students raise money for Ukraine victims
For 16-year-old Will Blum, the conflict between Russia and Ukraine is personal. That’s because Will’s ancestors immigrated to the United States from Russia and Ukraine, and it’s the reason why he is interested in the invasion. “I don’t have any family in Ukraine or Russia, but for me, it’s still close to home, this thing…
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Bridge Academy named one of 18 River-Friendly schools
The Bridge Academy has been designated a River-Level certified River-Friendly school by the Watershed Institute, formerly known as the Stony Brook-Millstone Watershed Association. The River-Friendly School Program helps teachers, students and school leaders reduce water pollution while creating new teaching opportunities, enhancing wildlife habitats, and establishing a healthier environment for children, according to information provided…
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Bristol-Myers Squibb supports students at The Bridge Academy
The United Nations declared Dec. 3 the International Day of the Disabled Person. Bristol-Myers Squibb, through their Differently-Abled Workplace Network (DAWN) awarded The Bridge Academy a $5,000 grant to support student safety. This donation helped The Bridge Academy continue in-person instruction during the past school year, during which time they did not have a single…
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The Bridge Academy is only Orton-Gillingham accredited school in New Jersey
Recent research suggests nearly 20% of the population (1 in 5) have a language-based learning disability, with dyslexia being most common, according to information provided by The Bridge Academy in Lawrence Township. In 2003, The Bridge Academy was established to provide comprehensive Orton-Gillingham instruction and teacher training. It is one of only 18 Orton-Gillingham accredited…
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The Bridge Academy holds eighth grade graduation after months-long postponement
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, The Bridge Academy postponed its annual 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony from June until Sept. 30. Staff and families gathered in the parking lot in a socially distanced ceremony to honor their transition to high school. “Parents, take a moment and remember your child when they were young, elementary school, their…
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Bridge Academy celebrates two Eagle Scouts
Recent Bridge Academy alumnus Julian Reeves ’20 and Bridge student Jared Rodriguez have both been involved in scouting since grade school. This year, they achieved something only 4% of all Boy Scouts accomplish: they became Eagle Scouts. An Eagle Scout is the highest achievement or rank attainable in the Boy Scouting program of the Boy…