School board fights ruling in Borden case
District argues court decision failed to respect rights of students
BY VINCENT TODARO Staff Writer
     The East Brunswick School District will receive pro bono legal help as it appeals the recent court decision that allows football coach Marcus Borden to silently take part in team prayers.
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Spotswood introduces new teachers' program
Support program among Krewer's first initiatives in district
BY VINCENT TODARO Staff Writer
     SPOTSWOOD - A new three-year program will provide better support for teachers who are new to the school district.
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E.B. gets special ed. aid, sprinkler system funding
BY VINCENT TODARO Staff Writer
     EAST BRUNSWICK -- The school district will receive extra state aid to the tune of $1.3 million to defray special education costs.
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General ed. teachers face special ed. realities
Districts, colleges adjust to a changing educational landscape
BY CHRIS GAETANO Staff Writer
     A few years ago, at the University of Massachusetts, a professor of education asked prospective teachers what kinds of people they expect to teach over the course of their careers. The answers volunteered were varied and included minority students, English language learners and even the academically
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This year, schools must watch what they eat
Districts adjust to new federal standards regarding nutrition
BY CHRIS GAETANO Staff Writer
     Across the nation, millions of students will be getting more fiber in their diets, as new federal standards for nutrition in school lunches come into effect this year.
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