Our School in the News

Broadway actress visits Rafael Hernandez School

February 6, 2018

Broadway actress Daisy Hobbs and Emmy-nominated filmmakers Marylou & Jerome Bongiorno visited Rafael Hernandez School of the Performing Arts during Arts Week. Throughout the week, […]

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Newark Public Schools Partners with Newark Yoga Movement to Host Staff Development Focused on Wellness

August 31, 2017

[Newark, NJ – August 31, 2017] This week, Newark Public Schools (NPS), in partnership with the Newark Yoga Movement (NYM), hosted a staff development (SD) […]

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Nearly 2,000 NPS 3rd & 4th Grade Students Perform At NJPAC

June 27, 2017

Recorder Arts Program Highlights Newark Students and A Commitment to the Arts [NEWARK, NJ – June 27, 2017] Nearly 2,000 Newark Public Schools (NPS) 4th […]

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NPS Teachers Awarded for Excellence

June 17, 2015

Governor’s Recognition Award These eight individuals stand out as top staff members in their schools based on their ability to inspire students of all backgrounds; […]

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Rafael Hernandez named Runner up in “Fuel Up to Play 60 The Great American Milk Drive Video Challenge”

June 11, 2015

American Dairy Association and Dairy Council would like to thank Rafael Hernandez school for their participation in the Great American Milk Drive Contest. A $1,000 […]

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In Pursuit of 100 Excellent Schools, NPS Appoints Eight New Renew School Principals

June 19, 2014

June 19, 2014 (Newark, NJ) – Reaffirming its commitment towards realizing 100 excellent schools across the district, Newark Public Schools (NPS) today announced the appointment […]

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NY Yankee Legend & Latin Grammy-Nominated Bernie Williams Onstage with NPS Jazz House Kids Music Club Students

April 23, 2014

As part of the annual Jazz House Kids Music Club and Vocal Summit Student Showcase, students from eight Newark Public Schools participated in a special […]

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