Mayor Reina visits Holman School kindergartners »

Mayor Reina visits Holman School kindergartners

Jackson, NJ – Today was “Dogs for Dads” for Kindergartners of Mrs. Davenport’s class at the Lucy N. Holman Elementary School. A day for kids to say thanks to dad in advance of Father’s Day, but it was also a special day for the kids and their fathers as they were treated with a special mystery guest, Jackson Township Mayor Mike Reina.

Why the Education System Is Broken »

Why the Education System Is Broken

If you read the daily newspapers or tune in to the nightly news you may get a bad taste in your mouth. Worse, if you listen to your child after a long day at school you may also get an uncomfortable feeling. Yes, it does seem that the educational system is broken and, yes, it may be beyond repair.

Toms River Schools energy procurement saves district $250,000 per year »

Toms River Schools energy procurement saves district $250,000 per year

Here’s an article I came across this morning while researching the ways the district has led the charge in energy conservation and fiscal responsibilty, I came across this article, which has a somewhat ironic personal twist. I lived in Toms River my whole life and worked for many years for a company based in Westboro, MA, not too far from Worcester (pronounced Wauh-stah by locals). Here’s just another example the Jackson Schools can look to our neighbors for guidance and examples. Enjoy.

The Best Pizza in Jackson NJ »

The Best Pizza in Jackson NJ

Communities throughout time have always grappled with tough decisions, but one of the toughest decisions a community can face is where the best pizza in town can be found. Jackson has an abundance of pizzeria’s just like any town, but only one restaurant can truly claim the title of “Best Pizza in Jackson”. There are some old time favorites and some pretty sizable newcomers in Jackson. Thankfully, we are void of chain restaurants Sbarro’s, Dominos and Pizza Hut, so Jackson pizza has not yet been tainted by pre-made pre-packaged cookie cutter culninary yet

Fatal Accident on E. Veterans Highway another near miss »

Fatal Accident on E. Veterans Highway another near miss

East Veteran’s Highway is a certified death trap. In the 2008-2009 school year alone, nearly one dozen very serious accidents have occured on this road, but the Jackson Township Board of Education and School District insist on keeping our children waiting on these roads. Waiting to be the next statistic in a grisly scene that happens all too frequently.

Jackson Schools to receive $2.2m in economic stimulus »

Jackson Schools to receive $2.2m in economic stimulus

You can call it a gift from the Federal Government to try to turn our economy around or you can call it a long term loan that will have you grandchildren paying for years, but the bottom line is Jackson schools will be eligible for $2,249,913 in economic stimulus funds. How will the district utilize this stimulus money?

Stop School “Stimulus” Budget Earmark Spending »

Stop School  “Stimulus” Budget Earmark Spending

Jackson Board of Education (BoE) incumbents Krakower and Spielman defend against the rising
firestorm of public outrage over the School Superintendent’s recent inappropriately generous
contract renewal terms by assuming their customary “victim ” stance intoning their theme
mantra:

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