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Inclusion is an Everyday Endeavor at Park Elementary School

February 26, 2025

As a school community, Park Elementary School strives to develop students who appreciate the value of individual differences, a culture of diverse perspectives and the […]

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Newark Students Across the District Earn Perfect Test Scores

September 18, 2024

During the spring of 2024, Newark Board of Education students took the NJSLA and NJGPA state exams. The District is proud to honor 113 students […]

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The Newark Board of Education Appoints New Principals for the 2024-25 School Year

July 1, 2024

Newark, NJ – Superintendent León proudly introduced the new principals for the 2024-25 school year, stating, “With their passion and perseverance, these principals exemplify how […]

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New and Improved Summer Learning Programs for 2024

May 21, 2024

Registration for the District’s Summer Programs 2024 has begun! This year, the academic program for elementary students, Summer Achieve, will take place at 16 sites […]

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NBOE Launches its District-Wide Painting Initiative

August 21, 2023

First Row: Park Elementary cafeteria; Quitman Street cafetorium Second Row: Central High School classroom; Speedway Avenue first floor corridors The Facilities Department has diligently worked […]

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Newark Schools Ranked On New U.S. News List of ‘Best K-8’ Schools in America

October 14, 2021

Elementary Schools Abington Avenue School – 685 Ann Street School – 560 First Avenue School – 422 Lafayette Street School – 706 Mount Vernon Elementary […]

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In Newark, a study about school changes rings true — and raises questions — for people who lived them

November 20, 2017

A few years ago, Park Elementary School Principal Sylvia Esteves found herself fielding questions from angst-ridden parents and teachers. Park was expecting an influx of […]

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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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