
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.

The final phase of Ridgewood Water's project to increase water flow to a low-pressure area will begin on Friday, June 27. A concrete vault to house the new booster pumps on Glen Avenue will be installed on Friday between 12:00 am and 10:00 am.
For the majority of this time, one lane (eastbound) will be open on Glen Avenue between Upper Boulevard and Oak Street. Both lanes will be closed to traffic between 6:00 am and 8:00 am. Detours will be in place, and police officers will be on site to assist drivers. We appreciate your patience as Ridgewood Water undertakes this important work.


Registration for the 2025-2026 AlphaBEST Before and After School Care Program for grades PreK-5 begins Tuesday, June 24th at 9:00 a.m.
For more information visit https://www.rpsnj.us/o/rps/page/alphabest-before-and-after-school-program. For questions, email rknapp@alphabest.org.



TODAY, JUNE 19th: 12:45pm Dismissal
Have a safe and wonderful summer!

June 13th, 3pm: Last Frosty Friday on the BACK playground & Playground Unveiling.
Ice pops are $2 and will be sold on the BACK lawn immediately following dismissal.
We hope to see you there!


Lost and Found: Please be sure to check out the very full Lost and Found for any misplaced items! We will donate the items at the end of the school year.


Calling All Library Books: Please check your backpacks, bookshelves, nightstands, and under the bed for Somerville library books. Reminders for missing books will be going home this week so check your child’s folder if you’re unsure about books that may be unreturned. If you don’t receive a notice, your child’s account is clear! Thank you so much for your help in putting our school library back together!


Today - 11:15 am, 4th and 5th Grade Parent Event , Tim Shoemaker, Navigating the Social Aspects of Technology,
Somerville Gym

FIELD DAY FRIDAY MAY 30th!

TODAY : HSA Meeting, 2pm in Dr. Oates Office

For a Fun Friday Walk - Meet up with your friends on North Van Dien and Wyndemere , 8:20am

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!


Cancelled - Due to the excessive rain, Ridgewood Touch-a-Truck Day 2025 is CANCELED!
With a full day of likely on and off rain in the forecast for this Thursday’s Ridgewood Touch-a-Truck Day 2025, and out of abundance of concern for the well-being of event-goers, the event has been cancelled.
Thank you for your understanding.


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!


FRIDAY MAY 2nd: MEET THE WALKING SCHOOL BUS at 9:20am
CORNER OF SPRING AVE & S. IRVING STREET

It’s Official! Registration for the Summer Adventure Program will now be open on Wednesday, April 23rd at 6:00 am.
For program details please visit the Ridgewood Community School website. View our brochure.


SPIRIT WEEK REMINDER - March Madness Monday, Tye Dye Tuesday,
Wacky Wednesday, Tropical Thursday, Color War Friday !

The order deadline is this weekend! Enjoy a night free from cooking and support RHS bands! Wednesday, March 26th is Fajita night!


HSA Meeting tomorrow Wednesday March 19th at 9am, Room B1

REMINDER: NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS ON MONDAY MARCH 17, 2025