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Our mission is to provide a safe environment in order to ensure that all students graduate ready for college and/or career pathway equipped with the academic, social and critical thinking skills necessary for success in the 21st Century.
Our School in the News
Newark Board of Education Hosts Thrilling Elementary Basketball Event
Avon Avenue Boys Basketball Team; Mount Vernon Girls Basketball Team; Science Park MS Boys Basketball Team; South Street Elementary Girls Basketball Team Excitement filled the air at Weequahic High School on Thursday, May 22nd, as the Newark Board of Education hosted an exhilarating elementary basketball event. The atmosphere was electric as the girls’ game unfolded, […]
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Black History Month 2024
At this N.J. high school, Black history is self-knowledge By: Steve Strunsky | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com Posted in: Posts navigation ← Newark High School Football Player Turning Heads as Star Kicker: ‘Student of the Game’
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Newark High School Football Player Turning Heads as Star Kicker: ‘Student of the Game’
[NEWARK, NJ] From humble roots to the best high school kicker in the state, the legend of Ibrahim Cisse is skyrocketing. Born in the Ivory Coast, he grew up playing football – as in soccer. When he moved to the U.S. with his family at the age of seven, he was so impressed with American […]
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Newark Public Schools Unveils Weequahic High School’s Untermann Stadium and Field Renovations
[Newark, NJ, December 5, 2023] Superintendent Leὀn, along with Board President Council, proudly announced the opening of new renovations at Weequahic High School’s Untermann Field. The field is a state-of-the-art facility that will provide a top-notch playing surface for the school’s athletic teams. The renovation was welcomed with live performances from the Weequahic High School […]
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Newark Students Embark on a Day to Remember During the Jets High School Football Media Day
NBOE high schools participate in Football Media Day On August 8th, 2023, The Jets, Nike, and North Jersey Super Football Conference collaborated to host the 6th Annual Media Day at MetLife Stadium as a part of Play Football Month. The event was attended by 320 high school players and coaches from the 112-team league, and […]
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Allan Houston and FISLL Brings Leadership and Legacy to Newark’s High School Students
New York Knicks Legend, Allan Houston Newark, NJ – Allan Houston, renowned 2X NBA All-Star and iconic NY Knicks Legend, has officially launched FISLL (Faith, Integrity, Sacrifice, Leadership, and Legacy) in another Newark Public School, bringing the number of programs to 3! FISLL’s mission is to equip individuals with the necessary tools and mindset to […]
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