81 Full-Time Paraprofessionals At Risk Under Southern Ocean School Budget

Little Egg Harbor schools are considering cutting all full-time paraprofessionals due to rising health care costs.

Barnegat High School Sees AP Testing Growth, Higher Pass Rate

District leaders said more students are taking Advanced Placement classes as exam results also improved.

State Aid: See How Much Barnegat-Manahawkin Schools Will Get

Here's how much state aid Barnegat, Stafford and Southern Regional schools are set to receive.

Barnegat Students Spread Kindness Across Ocean County

Pre-K students created over 250 "pocket hearts" distributed to several county locations during National Random Acts of Kindness Week.

Barnegat, Stafford Schools Close For 2nd Day

The Barnegat Township, Stafford Township and Southern Regional school districts will close Tuesday.

NJ Teacher Fired After Reporting 'Pedophile Parties,' Lawsuit Says

The district did not address staff-hosted "dress as your favorite pedophile parties" and a teacher-student relationship, a lawsuit claims.

YMCA Expands Scholarship to All Jersey Shore High School Students

Essay Contest Celebrates the Work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Stafford Township Board Of Education Election 2025: Barbara Crystal

Ahead of the 2025 election, Patch will be publishing profiles on local candidates. Here's what Barbara Crystal had to say.

Stafford Township Board Of Education Election 2025: Erica Petrillo

Here's what Erica Petrillo has to say on issues facing the Stafford Township School District.

Stafford Township Board Of Education Election 2025: Joseph Washco

Here's what Joseph Washco has to say on issues facing the Stafford Township School District.

'Reprehensible' Social Media Trend Has Barnegat School Officials Issue Warning

Participants in the "disturbing" trend may be suspended, removed from school and even prosecuted, district officials said.

Positive School Climate Grows Thanks To Barnegat Programs

Barnegat students are spreading kindness and empathy during National Bullying Prevention Month.

Social Media Posts About Charlie Kirk Under Review By Southern Ocean School District

Posts about Charlie Kirk's assassination have drawn public concern, including posts from Little Egg Harbor school staff.

New High School Rankings: See How Barnegat-Manahawkin Fared

U.S. News & World Report has released its latest ranking on high schools. Here's how Barnegat and Southern Regional did:

'Stuff The Bus' And Support Local Schools At Manahawkin Applebee's

Bring school supplies to the Applebee's in Manahawkin and support children in three local school districts.

$10K Grant Awarded To Improve Literacy Skills At Barnegat Schools

The FOCUS grant supports literacy screening assessments required under state law.

Barnegat-Manahawkin Students Win $8K In Scholarships From Local Builder

Since establishing its scholarship program, Walters has awarded nearly $100K to local students.

Commencement Changes Announced Due To Impending Weather In Barnegat

Times have been changed for the middle and high school commencement ceremonies Wednesday:

6 Sets Of Twins To Graduate From Barnegat High School This Year

The twins reflected on their time in Barnegat and shared advice for future twins coming to the high school.

Barnegat Elementary Schooler Builds Award-Winning Investment Portfolio

Fifth grader Nolan Nguyen created a (fake) investment portfolio in class. It paid off in the form of a national award.

Barnegat School District Takes Home Prestigious Music Award

This is the sixth year in a row the Barnegat Township School District has taken home this prestigious award.

Meet Student Researchers At MATES Showcase In Manahawkin

See what the students at the Marine Academy of Technology and Environmental Science have been up to at Wednesday's showcase.

Local Athletic Scholarship Winner Continues On-Field Excellence At MSU

Soccer and golf star Madelyn Beirne earned a NJ Golf Foundation scholarship in 2024 for leadership, academics and community impact.

Barnegat Teen Singer Competes In Statewide Anti-Drug Song Contest

Riley Donlon's song, "Hold On," is part of this year's Your Song! Your Voice! Shout Down Drugs New Jersey contest.

Nearly 33% Tax Hike Possible In Little Egg Harbor School District

The Little Egg Harbor School District is about to "fall off this fiscal cliff," according to its superintendent.

Changes Ahead For Barnegat Special Education Programs

A newly formed committee will take a look at the district's special education program as personnel changes are being made.

5 Fired After Autistic Girl Allegedly Bound With Tape In Barnegat

The 8-year-old's mother, Kasi Spinelli, said her nonverbal, autistic child had her wrists, ankles and mouth bound with tape at school.

School Performance Reports: See How Barnegat-Manahawkin Did

How do Barnegat Township, Stafford Township and Southern Regional schools compare to others? Check out the newest data:

State Aid 2025-26: See How Barnegat-Manahawkin Schools Fared

Barnegat, Stafford and Southern Regional schools are all set to see an increase in state aid for the upcoming year.

Preschoolers Spread Kindness Through Barnegat

The littlest learners in Barnegat made the world a brighter place on Random Acts of Kindness Day, Feb. 17, at the library.

Superintendent's Contract Subject Of School Board Meeting In Stafford

Members of the public are invited to the March Board of Education meeting, where Superintendent George Chidiac's contract will be discussed.

3 Ocean Co. Student Chefs Win Wing Wars At Atlantic Cape

The all-female, all-Ocean County team will take their Asian cola wing recipe to the Annual Atlantic City Wing Fest.

Barnegat High Schoolers Make Meaningful Connections On Challenge Day

On Challenge Day, 60 Barnegat students learned how to increase their self-esteem and foster a more positive school culture.

New Café Gives Barnegat Students A Spot To Learn & Work

Benny’s Bengal Bites, a new café at Barnegat High School, gives students a place to eat and to get hands-on working experience.

Stockton Alum, Students Work To Foster Barnegat Bay Oysters

New Jersey shellfish farmers are getting paid to foster oysters for conservation alongside market oysters sold in seafood restaurants.

Barnegat Students Transform Recycling Bins Into Works Of Art

The high school's art department is partnering with the county to change simple recycling receptacles into beautiful pieces of art.

Harlem Wizards To Play Against Barnegat School Staff

The exciting basketball game with the Harlem Wizards serves as a fundraiser for the Barnegat Elementary PTA.

This Ocean County School Is One Of NJ's Best: New Ranking

The school is in the top 10 best public high schools in New Jersey, and in the top 50 best public high schools nationwide:

Barnegat Students Learn To Curb Food Waste Through Rutgers Program

Robert L. Horbelt Intermediate School is participating in a Rutgers University program for the third year for a more sustainable future.

$75.7M School Referendum Approved In Stafford: Unofficial Results

Improvements will be done across the Stafford Township School District, according to the unofficial results from the bond referendum.