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!
New Date! Week of Inclusion Spirit Week Starts Monday, April 6th!

A reminder that Ridgewood Public Schools is closed on Friday, March 20th for Eid-Al-Fitr. Enjoy the long weekend.

SEPAG In-Person Coffee Chat with Alicia Pavone on Mon., March 16 @ 9:30am
Alicia Pavone, Director of Special Programs, will join SEPAG and parents for an informal discussion focusing on inclusion and any other issues parents raise.
To RSVP:
https://ada2.edulnk.com/e/n31b9/Q8j0C2?__$u__&nk=NjlhYWUzMjc2NzQ0MmU4M2E2ODliOGU4LGNjb3JsaXNzQHJwc25qLnVzOjo6NmV2emxyeGk1aGx5eWdoNA..
Alicia Pavone, Director of Special Programs, will join SEPAG and parents for an informal discussion focusing on inclusion and any other issues parents raise.
To RSVP:
https://ada2.edulnk.com/e/n31b9/Q8j0C2?__$u__&nk=NjlhYWUzMjc2NzQ0MmU4M2E2ODliOGU4LGNjb3JsaXNzQHJwc25qLnVzOjo6NmV2emxyeGk1aGx5eWdoNA..

Can't attend tonight's RPS District-Wide Orchestral Event?
You can still enjoy the incredible sounds of our students musicians!
Listen via our live link: Tonight, Wednesday, March 11th at 7:00PM

Tuesday, March 10th from 7-8:30pm in Gym 1 - The College and Trade Fair 2026
Students in grades 9-11 are welcome to connect with various representatives.
Students in grades 9-11 are welcome to connect with various representatives.

Reminder - Change in Budget Meeting Dates:
March 9th - Cancelled
March 16th - Special Meeting for Budget Presentation
March 23rd - Regular Meeting and Budget Adoption
Per the February 26th BOE Meeting

Reminder: Unified Clothing Sale to Benefit Unified Events - Sale Closes March 14th
All proceeds from the sale benefit Unified events. Sale ends on March 14th, so don't delay!
Website Link: https://theshirtdr.chipply.com/ridgewoodunifiedsports
All proceeds from the sale benefit Unified events. Sale ends on March 14th, so don't delay!
Website Link: https://theshirtdr.chipply.com/ridgewoodunifiedsports

Reminder: Asian Festival is this Saturday, starting at 5PM at RHS. You don't want to miss this spectacular event! Performances, food, and so much more! It is a beautiful display of Asian culture for all ages. Adults and High School students: $5, Middle/Elementary students: $3. All proceeds benefit Doctors Without Borders.

The ACCESS Committee's February Sensory-Friendly dinner scheduled for Monday, February 23rd has been cancelled. Thank you.

Heading to the Wizards game on Sunday? Looking to skip the line?
Stop by the Ridgewood Public Library on Sat. Feb. 21st between 3-5pm to pick up your entry bracelets!
Concessions (drinks, candy, pizza slices) available at the game or preorder/pay for a full La Bella pizza pie: https://wizardspizza2026.cheddarup.com.
Didn't get your tickets? There are a few tickets left for the 4:00pm 2026 Harlem Wizards Game! See some of your principals and teachers take to the court! You don't want to miss this!
Sunday Feb. 22nd at RHS - Tickets: $25 each
Scan to purchase or visit:
https://api.harlemwizardsinabox.com/game/event/ridgewoodnj02-22-26-04-00pm/
Stop by the Ridgewood Public Library on Sat. Feb. 21st between 3-5pm to pick up your entry bracelets!
Concessions (drinks, candy, pizza slices) available at the game or preorder/pay for a full La Bella pizza pie: https://wizardspizza2026.cheddarup.com.
Didn't get your tickets? There are a few tickets left for the 4:00pm 2026 Harlem Wizards Game! See some of your principals and teachers take to the court! You don't want to miss this!
Sunday Feb. 22nd at RHS - Tickets: $25 each
Scan to purchase or visit:
https://api.harlemwizardsinabox.com/game/event/ridgewoodnj02-22-26-04-00pm/

Reminder!
Your College Road Map -
Tonight! Wednesday, February 18th at 7PM via Zoom
Registration Required: https://tinyurl.com/RidgewoodCollegeMap
Your College Road Map -
Tonight! Wednesday, February 18th at 7PM via Zoom
Registration Required: https://tinyurl.com/RidgewoodCollegeMap

Senior Families -
Have you purchased your tickets yet? Time is running out!
Purchase tickets at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSctHYbxWW4gDeeG81llj3IcYwt-IMTVB18rQ9kT5DIkDYQJcg/viewform
Ridgewood Royale, our Senior Fashion Show on March 8, will kick off the graduation season while also helping fund our Project Graduation celebration.
All proceeds from the event will support Project Graduation, helping us create a safe, fun, and memorable celebration for the Class of 2026. If you’re able, we would be so grateful if you would consider donating a prize. Some exciting Graduation Day items will be up for grabs, including VIP Graduation Day Packages and Graduation Day Parking!
Thank you for your continued support as we celebrate this special milestone with our seniors.
Have you purchased your tickets yet? Time is running out!
Purchase tickets at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSctHYbxWW4gDeeG81llj3IcYwt-IMTVB18rQ9kT5DIkDYQJcg/viewform
Ridgewood Royale, our Senior Fashion Show on March 8, will kick off the graduation season while also helping fund our Project Graduation celebration.
All proceeds from the event will support Project Graduation, helping us create a safe, fun, and memorable celebration for the Class of 2026. If you’re able, we would be so grateful if you would consider donating a prize. Some exciting Graduation Day items will be up for grabs, including VIP Graduation Day Packages and Graduation Day Parking!
Thank you for your continued support as we celebrate this special milestone with our seniors.

Come join the (tournament-style) intramural flag football on Thursday, March 5th, under the lights from 6 - 9 PM. Each team ($100 per team) will be made up of 8-10 members. All proceeds will benefit Pizzuto's Way in honor of our late Assistant Principal, Basil Pizzuto. Team captain should fill the form out! If you have any questions email 09mcrane@rpsnj.us.
Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSetGqRsL8afgVN1HGL0gBvCJA76VEjOFbZb5JX_c_jyDVVMzw/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=114318093449340232041
Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSetGqRsL8afgVN1HGL0gBvCJA76VEjOFbZb5JX_c_jyDVVMzw/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=114318093449340232041

Reminder:
School is closed on Monday and Tuesday - February 16th and 17th for President's Day and Lunar New Year. Enjoy the long weekend!
School is closed on Monday and Tuesday - February 16th and 17th for President's Day and Lunar New Year. Enjoy the long weekend!

Reminder! Meet Alumni Conor Browne - Tuesday, February 10, 11:20am - 12noon. Culinary chef and owner of Lula will join us in the Little Theatre. See you there!

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.
It may be snowing outside, but if you have an incoming kindergartener, it is a great day to complete their registration for the 2026-2027 school year!
Register now to help us ensure that we have the proper amount of staff in our schools and to help ensure your child goes to your home school.
Register now to help us ensure that we have the proper amount of staff in our schools and to help ensure your child goes to your home school.

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...for Saturday, January 17th Coaches vs. Cancer/Healing Through Sports games at Ridgewood High School.
This year, we are again playing in honor of one of our own, supporting a 4th grade student diagnosed with cancer this past summer.
The schedule for Saturday:
Girls JV vs Newtown 11:30
Girls Varsity vs Newtown 1:00
Boys Varsity vs Glen RIdge 2:30
Use the QR code or visit https://tinyurl.com/msuaa8ap
...for Saturday, January 17th Coaches vs. Cancer/Healing Through Sports games at Ridgewood High School.
This year, we are again playing in honor of one of our own, supporting a 4th grade student diagnosed with cancer this past summer.
The schedule for Saturday:
Girls JV vs Newtown 11:30
Girls Varsity vs Newtown 1:00
Boys Varsity vs Glen RIdge 2:30
Use the QR code or visit https://tinyurl.com/msuaa8ap

Reminder! This Saturday, January 17th, the RHS girls and boys basketball teams will participate in Coaches vs. Cancer a Healing Through Sports game at Ridgewood High School.
This year, we are again playing in honor of one of our own, supporting a 4th grade student diagnosed with cancer this past summer.
The schedule for Saturday:
Girls JV vs Newtown 11:30
Girls Varsity vs Newtown 1:00
Boys Varsity vs Glen RIdge 2:30
No admission price!
Concessions, donation jars, and a QR code to donate will be available at the game. Can't attend the games but want to donate to Memorial Sloan Kettering Kids in Ryan's name? Use the QR code or visit https://tinyurl.com/msuaa8ap
We are all looking forward to a great and meaningful day for Ryan and his family!
This year, we are again playing in honor of one of our own, supporting a 4th grade student diagnosed with cancer this past summer.
The schedule for Saturday:
Girls JV vs Newtown 11:30
Girls Varsity vs Newtown 1:00
Boys Varsity vs Glen RIdge 2:30
No admission price!
Concessions, donation jars, and a QR code to donate will be available at the game. Can't attend the games but want to donate to Memorial Sloan Kettering Kids in Ryan's name? Use the QR code or visit https://tinyurl.com/msuaa8ap
We are all looking forward to a great and meaningful day for Ryan and his family!

