Update on 5th Grade: Dear 5th Grade Parents, we have learned that the new estimated arrival time is 3:15pm. We apologize for the inconvenience. We are trying to hold the buses as long as possible, however, parents may need to pick up their students. We will update you as soon as possible.
3 months ago, Ridgewood Public Schools
5th Grade Families - Our field trip is running a few minutes late and the ETA for their return is 3:05pm. Please plan accordingly and we apologize for any inconvenience. Thank you.
3 months ago, Ridgewood Public Schools
Last Chance: Digital Parenting Presentation: Snapchat Parental Controls
Is your child on Snapchat? Ridgewood Public Schools and the Federated HSA have arranged free access to a 45-minute tutorial that gives you the practical tools to understand the platform and set up parental controls — straight from someone who helped build it.
Watch now at digitalmom.me/ridgewood - Available March 15 – April 15
(Free to all Ridgewood community members)
Watch from home, on your own schedule.
Your Guide: Sarah Gallagher Trombley
Sarah is a former Snapchat executive — she knows exactly how the platform works and what parents need to do to keep their kids safer on it. Now she helps families navigate the digital world through her company, Digital Mom Media. This is rare, inside knowledge, delivered in plain language.
3 months ago, Ridgewood Public Schools
Reminder: 4th and 5th Grade Parent & Student Presentation sponsored by the Federated HSA: Dynamic Influence (Robert Hackenson)
Dynamic Influence specializes in "edutaining" presentations about social media dangers & cyber safety for schools and parents. Hackenson uses entertainment like magic, hypnosis, and visual effects, to deliver memorable and engaging lessons to encourage responsible digital citizenship to a young audience. All parents of 4th and 5th grade students are encouraged to attend.
April 9th
Orchard: 9 am - Travell: 11 am - Willard: 2 pm
April 10th
Ridge: 9 am - Hawes: 11 am - Somerville: 2 pm
4 months ago, Ridgewood Public Schools
Celebrate inclusion with a district-wide Spirit Week to promote kindness, acceptance, and school spirit all week long.
Monday, April 6 – Wear Neon 🌟
Tuesday, April 7 – Team Jersey Day 🏈
Wednesday, April 8 – Orange Out 🧡
Thursday, April 9 – Comfy Day 💤
Friday, April 10 – School Spirit Day 🎉
Be a part of team inclusion!
4 months ago, Somerville Elementary School
Faculty/Staff and Students - Please take extra caution when walking on and off school grounds, especially when crossing roadways and parking lots. Despite salting by the crews, refreezing has created some slippery areas throughout.
6 months ago, Ridgewood Public Schools
Dear Ridge Community,
We were notified that Verizon will be doing work in front of Ridge School tomorrow, Tuesday, and construction vehicles will occupy six parking spots in front of the school.
Please plan any extra time to park and walk as necessary for morning drop off and pickup. Thank you for your cooperation.
Ridgewood Public Schools
6 months ago, Ridgewood Public Schools
Join us for the Back to School Picnic tomorrow from 5-7pm!
10 months ago, Ridge Elementary School
Meet and Greet Principal Jasper - Wednesday, August 13th at 10am at the Ed Center 3rd Floor Boardroom! We hope to see you there!
11 months ago, Ridge Elementary School
Reminder to please join us to meet Principal Jasper on Wednesday, August 13th 10-11am. Refreshments will be provided by the HSA.
11 months ago, Danielle Cervone
We hope that summer is going well! Summer Assignments for Grades 3-5 are posted on the Ridge Website. You can access the assignments from the News section on the homepage, from the Student Resources page, or from the Family Resources page.
about 1 year ago, Ridge Elementary School
Reminder: Doremus Ave will be closed to southbound traffic at Ackerman Ave from 7AM - 4PM. Police will allow cars and buses through to Orchard School, but traffic may be affected. Please allow extra time.
about 1 year ago, Ridgewood Public Schools
Reminder: Tonight at 7:00PM - Superintendent Coffee with Dr. Mark Schwarz. Join us as he shares a recap of District efforts, leading up to the 2025 District Goal Report & State of the Schools Address. We hope that you will join us!
about 1 year ago, Ridgewood Public Schools
Reminder: Play Club ends this week. 1st and 2rd graders will have their last day on Tuesday, May 13th, 3rd-5th graders will have their last day Thursday, May 15th.
about 1 year ago, Ridge Elementary School
Our own Johnny "Buckets" Jackson will be on George to the Rescue, airing on WNBC (channel 4) this Saturday, May 9, 2025 at 9:30 AM and 7:00 PM.
The segment will also be available to easily stream/share on GTTR’s YouTube channel at 9:30 AM. Let's tune in!
about 1 year ago, Ridgewood Public Schools
Ultimate Frisbee Club at Ridge: starts April 3rd for 10 weeks from 3:00-4:00pm
over 1 year ago, Ridge Elementary School
April is Neurodiversity month and plans are in motion to celebrate at Ridge!
Neurodiversity Spirit Week: March 31- April 4
3/31: Magnificent Mind Monday, April 1: Neurodiversity Tuesday, April 2: Light It Up Blue, April 3: Sensory Friendly Thursday, April 4: Show Your Passion Friday
over 1 year ago, Ridge Elementary School
Music in Our Schools will be held on Friday, March 28th!
Performance schedule is: Second grade at 9:15am, Fourth grade at 10:00am and Third grade at 10:45am.
over 1 year ago, Ridge Elementary School
The HSA Public Meeting will be held on March 26th at 9:00am in the cafeteria.
over 1 year ago, Ridge Elementary School
The order deadline is this weekend! Enjoy a night free from cooking and support RHS bands! Wednesday, March 26th is Fajita night!
over 1 year ago, Ridgewood Public Schools
