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Voting Yes on The Budget: Mary Wallace, the newest member of the Board of Education, explains why a Yes vote on the school budget is so important. (Spring 2005)
The High School Book Controversy: People had very strong opinions after a parent complained that the book assigned to her child -- a high school freshman -- was completely inappropriate. (Spring 2005) Providing An Education For Every Single Kid: Fair Lawn’s Director of Special Services, Dr. Joyce Beam, explains that the school district provides whatever support or accommodations are necessary to educate our kids. (Spring 2005) For Kids With Severe Problems: The Children's Therapy Center provides services for kids with major genetic disorders, severe developmental delays, visual problems, communication disorders and physical problems. Find out how Tatum O’Neal, fertility drugs, the Saddle River, special education, parking shortages, and basement flooding -- have something in common. (Spring 2005) The Teacher's Perspective on Special Education: Radburn School's Mrs. Lustgarten on 'special' children in the classroom. (Spring 2005) One Kid: Zack Stein is raising money to help prevent birth defects and assist babies born prematurely. (Spring 2005) When Some of These 'Special Kids' Grow Up: The Opportunity Center on Fair Lawn Avenue. It's sort of a place to work. (Spring 2005) You Have to Teach Your Kids' Responsibility: Mrs. Lustgarten, a Fair Lawn fifth grade teacher, finds that more and more parents are enabling their children to slack off on their responsibilities. Often times, you shouldn't bail them out. Instead, you just have to let your kids accept the consequences of their own actions. (Winter 2005) Between 12% and 15% of Fair Lawn's Kids Are Obese: Linda Rosen talked with school nurse Karen Tileston, pre-school director Rona Klein, and Dr. Rona Riegelhaupt -- to understand how a national phenomenon is playing out in Fair Lawn. Ms. Rosen, a Certified Medical Exercise Specialist, discusses the solution. (Winter 2005) Warren Point's Program to Get Kids in Shape: Patty Nolan, physical education teacher at Warren Point Elementary School, along with school nurse Kathy Szabo, created an award winning health and fitness lifestyle at their school. (Winter 2005) Mary Wallace's first year on the School Board: The retired Fair Lawn teacher, now the newest member of the Board of Education, has been studying hard. Meanwhile, the state has been taking money away from our schools while the federal government has been adding mandates. (Winter 2005) Mrs. Lustgarten on The Conferences That Are Coming: Fathers seems to be involved in sports and mothers with the school. But all caregivers really need to meet with the teachers. (Fall 2004) 47th Best High School in the State: Fair Lawn High School's principal, Elizabeth Panella, is very very proud of the high school's latest ranking in NJ Monthly magazine. (Fall 2004) Tenure in Fair Lawn's Schools: Mrs. Lustgarten, 5th Grade teacher at Radburn School, offers her perspective. (Summer 2004)
Celebrating Your 40th Birthday With Four 14 Year Olds: Jeanne Baratta, Fair Lawn's Kitchen Elf, goes to Washington. (Summer 2004)
Interviewing Tom Brokaw: A 15 year old Fair Lawn girl covers the presidential election. (Summer 2004)
Indian American At FLHS: Antika Singh offers her thoughts on diversity. (Summer 2004)
Comparing Fair Lawn Schools: A statistical report for all of Fair Lawn's public schools, including information on test scores, enrollment, attendance suspensions, and much more. (Spring 2004)
Our Columnist Is Going to Harvard: In Matt Greenfield's last column as a Fair Lawn High School student, the Harvard bound senior writes of common goals. (Spring 2004)
512,000 Choices: Mrs. Lustgarten on planning the summer off for the kids. (Spring 2004)
Practicing Safe Computing: Fred Holzsager on making sure your kids are safe. (Spring 2004)
2004-2005 School Calendar: Note, school starts before Labor Day, next year. (Spring 2004)
Talking With the School Board Candidates: Bill Thimmel and George Frey are running for re-election. Former high school teacher, Mary Wallace, is running for the first time. (Spring 2004)
Referendum Results: March 2004 School Referendum. (March 2004)
Warren Point: Fair Lawn's most crowded school is 'overflowing'. Kids are meeting in old storage rooms, there's a trailer out back, and the school is not complying with state standards. (Winter 2004) Radburn School: The Principal is hoping to get a cafeteria after 75 years. (Winter 2004) Overweight Kids: Mrs. Lustgarten on getting those kids outside (yes, even when it's cold). (Winter 2004) Improving the Ranking of the High School: Matt Greenfield on the five solutions to getting Fair Lawn High School back on top. (Winter 2004)
Spending Money Wisely: Matt Greenfield on Board of Education's decision to ensure all students are Fair Lawn residents. (Fall 2003) The Weather (from Radburn School): You can't get any more local than that. (Fall 2003) Drug Prevention: Fair Lawn has an extensive program to educate kids before it's too late. (Fall 2003) The State Is Expecting Fair Lawn To Do More With Less: Asking Fair Lawn's three state Assembly candidates about school funding. (Summer 2003) Dr. Khoury: The man behind the schools' curriculums, shares his thoughts about about our schools before he leaves. (Summer 2003) Learning from the H.S. students: Matt Greenfield on how the community can learn about participation. (Summer 2003) Explaining the Budget: The Fair Lawn Association for Responsible Education (FLARE) offers some basic info about school budgets. (April 2003) Understanding The Choice On the Budget: Matt Greenfield offers a student's perspective. (April 2003) Talking With Mrs. Panella: Fair Lawn News visits the high school principal and learns how the school's needs have changed. (April 2003) Report Cards: Our schools get report cards, too. These are from the state. (April 2003) The
Fair Lawn Marathon: It's not 26 miles, but
it does last a whole weekend. Marching Down Main Street: Fair Lawn's Marching Band and Color Guard join the Disney World parade. (April 2003) Are Kids Different Today?: Radburn School's Mrs. Lustgarten on how things have changed for kids and their teachers, since she started 15 years ago. (April 2003) Bleary Eyed Kids: Rising enrollment means the high school needs to start at 7:05 AM. (February 2003) Our Wonderful Schools: Matt Greenfield finds the 7 Wonders of Fair Lawn in the schools. (February 2003) Need Some Guidance? Questions and Answers with Fair Lawn's Student Assistance Counselor, Eileen Yeager. (February 2003) Taking Advantage of Down Time: Mrs. Lustgarten says it's a great time to get your family re-organized. (February 2003) Fair Lawn's 150 year old school: It could again be one of Fair Lawn's finest buildings. But right now it's an eyesore. (February 2003) District-by-district results on the referendum: Results, district by district. (February 2003) Next Steps on the Referendum: Next steps and comments from residents after the referendum was defeated. (February 2003) A Better Case: Editorial on how the Board of Education can help us make a informed decision. (February 2003) No Parking Near High School: Parking is now permanently banned on Orchard Street. (February 2003)
2002 Supporting the Referendum: League of Women Voters unanimously supports the referendum. (December 2002) Achoo: Mrs. Lustgarten on dealing with sick kids. (December 2002) FLHS: Matt Greenfield on how the neighbors and high school students are getting along, again. (December 2002) Are Your Kids Too Busy?: Mrs. Lustgarten on scheduling activities for your kids. (October 2002) Explaining The Referendum Amy Sutnick explains the Board of Education's proposed referendum. (October 2002) What you get for $38 million: The list of proposed improvements at all the schools. (October 2002) Why, Why, Why: Fair Lawn News readers asked why don't we have enough space, how about Edison School, why not just add more kids to the school, and why now? (October 2002) Not in the Top 75: The High School was not in NJ Monthly's Top 75 in the state. If the referendum passes, do you think it would help get us back in? (October 2002) A Student's View: The Fair Lawn News' 16 year old columnist, Matt Greenfield, offers his perspective. (October 2002) No Smoking at the High School: Another new policy regarding smoking near the high school. (August 2002) Back to School: Mrs. Lusgarten helps you get ready and lets you in on a secret. (August 2002) Place For Kids To Smoke: The Council creates a smoking area near the high school. (June 2002) Reaction to Smoking: Residents reaction to the smoking area set up at the high school. Parking Ban: Council bans parking on streets near high school. (June 2002) Watching Out For Littering: Borough workers to monitor littering around the high school. (June 2002) Kids Bored This Summer?: Jeanne Baratta on what to do. (June 2002) Regroup, Respite and Enjoy: Mrs. Lustgarten writes about how kids should spend their Summers. (June 2002) Why Budget Was Turned Down: There were several reasons. (June 2002) Cuts To The School Budget: Council makes cuts. (June 2002) Housing Prices and School Budget: Link between votes and real estate values. (June 2002) John Mancinelli: 'A very good school system is about to become a great one': (April 2002) School Stats: Schools reports for every Fair Lawn school. (April 2002) Parents and Teachers: Mrs. Lustgarten on parent teacher organizations. (April 2002) Parking Regulations Proposed: Restricting parking near high school. (April 2002) The Great Litter Debate: Neighbors and H.S. have different opinions. (April 2002) Open Up The Doors: PTA's Arlene Liebman on restrictions at the high school. (April 2002) FLHS Class of 1954: They're 65 years old now. A former baseball star, a former movie star and Bert. (April 2002) Expanding The Schools: Phil Zimmerman reports on the issues before the Board of Education. (February 2002) Telling The Teacher: Mrs. Lustgarten on keeping teachers informed. (February 2002)
2001 Bursting at the Seams: The School Board is considering numerous options to deal with overcrowding. (December 2001) Kindergarten: All Kindergarten classes in Fair Lawn may be offered in just one school. (December 2001) A New Kind of High School: All 11th grade students may be entering academies. (December 2001) Tough Love and Lasting Results: Remembering Ms. Lorenc's class. (December 2001) New Wireless Lab: Serving kids during the day and grownups at night. (December 2001) Exceptional Teacher: A very special FLHS teacher is recognized. (October 2001) Board of Ed Meeting: Sylvia Gaddi reports on a recent Board of Education meeting. (October 2001) Backpacks: Local officials warn about backpacks with too much stuff. (October 2001) Learning from Around the World: Videoconferencing enhances education. (August 2001) New Board of Ed Superintendent: Bruce Watson talks about his goals. (August 2001) Improvisational Star: County recognizes 2001 FLHS graduate. (August 2001) Election Results and George Frey: (June 2001) Cleaning Up: Having fun and helping the environment. (June 2001) George Frey, Rocco Recchione, Bill Thimmel, Cathy Timpone, Lisa Yourman - Five Board of Education candidates. (April 2001) New
Testing Policy (April
2001) Videoconferencing in Schools (April 2001) Advocating
for Gifted
Students (April
2001) Editorial on School Budget (April 2001) School Enrollment (February 2001) How Our Kids Are Doing (February 2001) Parents Organize To Improve Education West Nile Virus (December 2000) Preschool and Day Care
High School's Ranking in State (October 2000) School Facts (July 2000)
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