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  Fifth Graders at Walnut Street Establishing a Community That Cares

  May 28, 2025
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  Potential Future Musicians Sample Some Instruments

  May 20, 2025- Do I love the violin (right)? Do I loathe the saxophone (left)? These are the questions the annual Instrument Test Drive sets out to answer.

  May 20, 2025
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  Excellence in Photos

  Apr 04, 2025
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  Lights, Camera, Auction to Take Place June 5

  March 26, 2025- The district is partnering with Fair Funding For Students (FFFS) NJ to host a large-scale gift auction June 5 at RWJBarnabas Health Arena.

  Mar 26, 2025
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  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.

  Mar 20, 2025
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  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.

  Mar 20, 2025
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  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
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  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
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  Hispanic Heritage Clubs Converge for Love of Fun

  High School North's Hispanic Heritage Club came to visit Walnut Street's Hispanic Heritage Club this month in celebration of Valentine's Day. Students played a game called Lotería, which means Lottery/BINGO, and made some awesome slime with glitter. It was a fun day for all.

  Feb 20, 2025
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  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
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  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
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  Photo Gallery: Halloween 2024

  Oct. 30, 2024-- Not to brag, but Toms River sort of owns Halloween. Its signature parade is nationally known, and its costumes and creativity are always top notch.

  Oct 30, 2024
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  Let the Halloween Fun Begin!

  Oct. 25, 2024-- It's officially spooky season, and fun, family-friendly events throughout the district and community are well underway. From pumpkin picking at Walnut Street (center), to a Safe Trick-or-Treat evening at High School East (above, photo by Allison Goodwin), to a Trunk-or-Treat at High School North (right), to a Halloween-themed night at the Early Learning Center, there's been something for everyone.

  Oct 25, 2024
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  Unity, Truth Mark Superintendent's Message to Community

  Oct. 17, 2024-- At last night's public Toms River School Board meeting, during the Superintendent's Comments portion, Michael Citta delivered an impassioned speech, addressing recent falsities being shared about the district, stressing unity and togetherness, and urging school families and the community to remain educated about the issues and to seek the truth about the realities facing Toms River Regional Schools.

  Oct 17, 2024
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  Watch: Students Join Superintendent for Roundtable Discussion

  Oct. 11, 2024-- At the Toms River Schools TV (TRSTV) studio on the campus of High School East, Superintendent Michael Citta was joined by three special guests for a roundtable discussion Oct.

  Oct 11, 2024
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  Schools Come Through With Vest-A-Cop Donations

  Washington Street hosted a pajama day fundraiser for Vest-A-Cop Sept. 27, for which students had the chance to wear pajamas with a $1 donation to the cause.

  Sep 27, 2024
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  Back to School 2024-2025

  Sep 05, 2024
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  School Year Begins With Talk of Making Connections

  Sept. 3, 2024-- As it did last year, the 2024-2025 school year began with an all-staff assembly at RWJBarnabas Health Arena.It was a picture-perfect morning as buses arrived from schools with their staff members-- everyone from teachers to nurses to custodial staff and more.

  Sep 03, 2024
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  Bob's Discount Furniture Donates $2,500 to Walnut Street School

  Sept. 3, 2024-- In celebration of its new store opening in Toms River, Bob’s Discount Furniture has donated $2,500 to Walnut Street Elementary School.

  Sep 03, 2024
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  Kindness Campaign, Community Connections to Drive '24-'25

  Signs of kindness will be omnipresent at every school and throughout the greater Toms River community this year.

  Aug 29, 2024
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  Peer Leadership Program Reaches Seventh Year

  Aug. 5, 2024-- Last week, incoming fifth-grade students from the district’s 12 elementary schools were invited to participate in Toms River Regional Schools’ seventh annual Peer Leadership Program.

  Aug 05, 2024
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  Community Rallies Behind District as Budget Battle Goes to Court

  "I want to commend you on the strength that you just showed," said Assemblyman Paul Kanitra at the July 3 special board meeting in response to the district and board's announcement of a lawsuit against the state of NJ.

  Jul 18, 2024
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  Tutoring Program H.I.T.s Its Mark

  July 16, 2024-- At the outset of the 2023-2024 school year, the district announced it had earned a state grant worth $614k to host a tutoring program to further eliminate learning losses related to the pandemic.

  Jul 16, 2024
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  Active Learning Encouraged During Science Presentation

  Walnut Street students enjoyed a presentation by Box of Light. The program, Burble, Fizz, KaBoom!, explored molecules, phases of matter (solids, liquids, gases), chemical solutions, and reactions in a series of fun, active demonstrations that used volunteers from the audience. It was a fun...sometimes messy...and informative introduction to science that actively involved students.

  Oct 19, 2023
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  Students Treated to PTO-Sponsored Carnival

  Walnut Street's PBSIS initiative kicked off in grand style on Friday! After reviewing the school-wide expectations of being respectful, responsible and safe, all students were treated to a carnival, sponsored by the Wildcat PTO. Thank you, PTO and all of the teachers and administrators involved with this successful event!

  Sep 18, 2023
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  'Wizard of Oz' at Walnut Street

  Walnut Street's "The Wizard of Oz" was a treat for all who attended, including Superintendent Citta. The school thanks directors Angela Steuer and Sharon Alicchio, sound and music director Phil Walsh, and drama club coaches Jessica Capone, Lauren Mendez, Gina Koenig, Marie Metta, Michele MacLallen, and Kim Nardone. “Congratulations to our boys and girls on a wonderful performance!” said Principal Kevin McCann.

  Apr 28, 2023
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  Country Mike and Lead U Visit Walnut Street

  Country Mike and his Lead U team reinforced valuable life skills with Walnut Street Elementary students. The presentation included how to effectively communicate, problem solve, resolve conflicts, understand one's feelings, and be part of a team. Thank you, Country Mike, and the entire Lead U Team!

  Apr 27, 2023

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