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Festivals, classes, road races, class reunions, athletic and youth leagues and everything in between, our Community Happenings page features things to do throughout greater Toms River.

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Rebuilding Our Schools Initiative

After a community supported referendum plan was approved, the district is making much needed repairs and upgrades to our facilities.

Annual Booklets

Volumes of “Our Story” provide recaps of district accomplishments through the years, while also shining a light on the exciting initiatives that will advance our mission for years to come.

Local Weather

Check today's forecast courtesy of the weather station at Intermediate East

Academic Hall of Fame

Honoring those who have attended and/or graduated from the public schools of Toms River.

Budget Information

Budget details and documents for the upcoming school year.

Employment Applications

Current postings for full-time and substitute positions. Join our team and make a difference!

Lead Testing in Schools

Latest information and results on testing for lead in drinking water.

Notices of Solicitation

Notices of solicitation are now available online.

What's the deal with vaping? What's a Juul?

Introductory article on the health scourge targeting the nation's youth.

Recent News

East Teacher Springs Into Action to Save Life

March 21, 2025- Casey Scallon, left, a special education teacher at High School East, jumped into action yesterday and saved a life.Scallon performed the Heimlich maneuver on a student in distress who was choking, and was able to dislodge the obstruction and help the student return to proper breathing.
11 hours ago
High School Musical Gets Test Run at Hooper Ave

March 21, 2025- More like Hooper School Musical, right?The cast of High School East's upcoming production of High School Musical gave it a test run at Hooper Avenue Elementary School yesterday.
12 hours ago
Fourth and Fifth Graders Serenaded at Arena

March 20, 2025- High School North and Intermediate North musicians joined forces yesterday to put on a morning of performances for district fourth and fifth graders.
1 day ago
District Honors Year's Best at Board Meeting

March 20, 2025-- At the March 19, 2025 Toms River School Board meeting, the district's Teachers and Educational Service Professionals of the Year were recognized and honored with commemorative plaques.
1 day ago
Silver Bay Cultivates a Culture of Inclusiveness With Programs

This year, we're highlighting what our schools are doing toward our three primary district goals: attendance, kindness, and academic achievement. Today, it's the Silver Bay Elementary School Seagulls.
3 days ago
Successful Saturday at Science Fair

March 17, 2025- The 50th Annual Jersey Shore Science Fair took place Saturday, March 15 at Stockton University, and Toms River Regional Schools students represented well yet again, including some blue-ribbon winners.
4 days ago
Ten Medal at FBLA State Leadership Conference

March 14, 2025- March 10 through 12, 48 district high schoolers—led by advisors (left) Janine Hatton (High School East), Robert Gold (South), and Jamie Tesoro (North)—attended the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) State Leadership Conference, the largest ever, made up of more than 4,000 students.
Mar 14, 2025
New Bus on the Road With Assist From CSB

March 13, 2025- Toms River Regional Schools has had some success in past years in its pursuit of rebate funding for new school buses, which has no doubt come in handy amidst the ongoing budget woes caused by State Bill S2.
Mar 13, 2025
Youth Art on 'TRAC' for Amazing Month

March 11, 2025- The Toms River Elementary Fine Arts Department hosted their annual Youth Art Month (YAM) Exhibit this year at a new location, the TRAC (Toms River Artist Community) Art Gallery, 40 Main Street in downtown Toms River.
Mar 11, 2025
'Spotlight' on District Funding Woes in New Segment

March 10, 2025- NJ Spotlight News senior correspondent Joanna Gagis sat down with Superintendent Mike Citta for an interview last week which—on the heels of the state's recently-announced state aid allocations for 2025-2026—highlighted the plight of ongoing S2 funding losers for a broader segment with a focus on Toms River.
Mar 10, 2025
Olesky Recognized as Teacher Who Rocks at HSN Event

March 10, 2025- At its Battle of the Classes assembly March 7, High School North shared some exciting news.Music teacher Jon Grill announced that Dana Oleksy has been named a 2025 Teacher Who Rocks.
Mar 10, 2025
Grammy Winners, Grads Highlight HSN Career Day

March 7, 2025- High School North hosted its second annual Career Day March 6, an exciting event that provided students with valuable insights into a variety of career paths.
Mar 07, 2025
Trifecta of Goals Being Met at North Dover

This year, we're highlighting what our schools are doing toward our three primary district goals: attendance, kindness, and academic achievement. Today, it's the North Dover Elementary School Pirates.
Mar 07, 2025
Seuss-Themed Doors a Win for Silver Bay Staff

March 5, 2025- In honor of Read Across America Week, Silver Bay Elementary Principal Anna Kasper implemented a high-level door decorating contest open to staff members and their classrooms.
Mar 05, 2025
Read Across America Week ... in Photos

March 3, 2025- Read Across America Day was, technically, yesterday. But when you're a school district, you have to work a day that celebrates reading into the calendar.
Mar 03, 2025
She Rocks: East Teacher Ashley Fitzgerald Recognized

March 3, 2025- Congratulations to High School East's Ashley Fitzgerald (above), who's been named a 2025 Teacher Who Rocks! The program that recognizes local educators doing great things is sponsored by the NJEA and promoted by 95.
Mar 03, 2025
Citta Preschoolers Get Moving in Exercise Olympics

March 3, 2025 -- Citta Elementary School's five preschool classes wrapped up their exercise unit by participating in an Exercise Olympics. The preschool teachers, Mrs.
Mar 03, 2025
Rare Disease Day Takes on Added Meaning for TR in 2025

Feb. 27, 2025- Rare Disease Day is a worldwide movement, hosted annually on the last day in February, aimed at raising awareness among the general public and decision makers about rare diseases and their impact on patients' lives.
Feb 28, 2025
Tribal Council Pitches Chief Panel of Judges

Feb. 27, 2025- It's fast become an annual tradition, and the signature capstone project for High School South Business Academy students: the Tribal Council.
Feb 27, 2025
Golden Dolphins: Intermediate North Celebrates 50 Years

Feb. 26, 2025- At a party held Feb. 7 at Ocean View Restaurant, Intermediate North celebrated 50 years of existence. The joyous shindig brought out Dolphins past and present.
Feb 26, 2025
Business Academy Competitors Sent Packing

Feb. 25, 2025- On Thursday, High School South's Business Academy will host its annual Tribal Competition/Shark Tank challenge. Its competitors, however, have already won.
Feb 25, 2025
District 26 Shines Wrestling Spotlight on THIS District

Feb. 25, 2025- The NJSIAA wrestling events of last weekend were portioned out by districts, with Toms River representing District 26. To say it was a good showing is an understatement.
Feb 25, 2025
Pink Unicorn Takes Masked Singer: Teacher Edition at East

Feb. 21, 2025- It was the inaugural Masked Singer: Teacher Edition event at High School East yesterday evening, and it was a hoot.Hosted by Matt Cicalese with help from Jess Lowe, the competition pitted a handful of anonymous Raider staff members against each other to determine who had the best singing skills and stage presence.
Feb 21, 2025
ELC Set to Move to North Dover Next School Year

Superintendent Mike Citta speaks at the Feb. 19 school board meeting. Photo by Jenna Mikels.
Feb 21, 2025
District Athletes Honored at 'Women in Sports Day'
Feb 18, 2025
Programs Boosting Academic Success of Beachwood Students

This year, we're highlighting what our schools are doing toward our three primary district goals: attendance, kindness, and academic achievement. Today, it's the Bears of Beachwood Elementary School.
Feb 11, 2025
Special Needs Families Make Connections at Transition Fair

Feb. 11, 2025- The Special Education Parent Advisory Group (SEPAG) and the district's Special Services Department hosted their second annual Transition Fair Feb.
Feb 11, 2025
Kindness Initiative Has Sizzle AND Steak at Walnut Street

This year, we're highlighting what our schools are doing toward our three primary district goals: attendance, kindness, and academic achievement. Today, it's the Wildcats of Walnut Street Elementary School.
Feb 10, 2025
West Dover Students Shoot for Success

Feb. 3, 2025 -- Since the beginning of the school year, students at West Dover Elementary have been focused and determined when utilizing strong Tier I instruction, math toolkits, and their individual learning pathways—and their dedication is paying off!
Feb 03, 2025
Mariner Medallions Mark Kindness at High School North

This year, we're highlighting what our schools are doing toward our three primary district goals: attendance, kindness, and academic achievement. Today, it's the High School North Mariners.
Jan 31, 2025
South Trumpeteer Helps Kick Off Track Event

Jan. 30, 2025- Back in December, High School South's Ahava Walpola earned 1st Chair Trumpet in the region orchestra and wind ensemble. And earlier this month, she received 3rd Chair Trumpet in the New Jersey All-State Band.
Jan 30, 2025
Griefhab Art Exhibit an Outlet for Int. East Students

Jan. 28, 2025- It's not students' first foray into exploring grief, but kids from Intermediate East dug into their feelings again, and bravely submitted artwork bearing their soul to the Griefhab Foundation in order to lift others’ spirits and improve collective mental health.
Jan 28, 2025
Positive Mindset at Citta Propels Kindness, Gratitude

This year, we're highlighting what our schools are doing toward our three primary district goals: attendance, kindness, and academic achievement. Today, it's the Citta Seahawks.
Jan 21, 2025
Self-Esteem, Community-Building the Themes of Challenge Day

Jan. 15, 2025-- A few years ago, Challenge Day started as something of a pilot program, hosted at one building first, then several schools but on different days.
Jan 15, 2025
Raider Lighthouse a Beacon of Kindness

This year, we're highlighting what our schools are doing toward our three primary district goals: attendance, kindness, and academic achievement. Today, it's the High School East Raiders.
Jan 13, 2025
Schools Get Schooled on New Facets of Student Financial Aid

Jan. 10, 2025- Who says media center-based presentations from the state can't be fun (right)? The NJHESAA's (New Jersey Higher Education Student Assistance Authority) André Maglione and Sharon Austin (left) visited High School North yesterday, and leadership teams from every high school were in attendance to hear updates to the system and process of student financial aid services.
Jan 10, 2025
Board Welcomes New Members

Jan. 8, 2025- At its reorganization meeting held this evening at the Maria Ressa Auditorium inside High School North, the Toms River School Board welcomed its three newest members.
Jan 08, 2025
Feline Friendliness a Way to Give Back

Jan. 7, 2025- Matteo Figueroa Kirn and Emily Buhowski, dedicated members of the Paws Club at Intermediate East, with the support of club advisor Michelle Le Fevre, volunteered their time Sunday night at the Brick PetSmart, where SAVE Rescue Shelter has numerous cats available for adoption.
Jan 07, 2025
Clubs Meet to Explore Holiday

January 7, 2025 -- On January 6th, the Toms River High School East Hispanic Heritage Club visited the Walnut Street Hispanic Heritage Club. Under the direction of Mrs.
Jan 07, 2025
Warm Thanks For Farro's Fleeces

Jan. 6, 2025-- Over the holiday break, Dominic Farro and the family at Farro's Tees put into production and then donated some 2,500 fleeces for Toms River Regional Schools staff members as a thank you and pure act of kindness.
Jan 06, 2025
26th Annual Induction Hall of Fame Banquet

To be held on Sunday, May 22nd, 2022 @ noon. Clarion Hotel and Conference Center, Toms River.
Apr 14, 2022
First Summer Meals Program to Launch at the Ocean County YMCA

In partnership with Toms River Regional Schools
May 18, 2020
Dart Coalition, OCL, TRPD Team Up for Drug and Alcohol Awareness Program

Sponsored by the Municipal Alliance of Toms River and with funding from the Governor's Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse, "Truth & Consequences: A Real-World Discussion on Teen Substance Use and Underage Drinking" will be hosted at Ocean County Library Nov. 14.
Oct 23, 2019
Nominate a Teacher for the VFW Teacher of the Year!

The Veterans of Foreign Wars District 12 wants to recognize teachers who promote civic responsibility, patriotism, and community volunteer projects. Use the attached form and submit your entry by midnight October 31st, 2019.
Sep 25, 2019
HSN All-Class Reunion is July 13

At Baker's Water Street Bar & Grille
Jun 13, 2019