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  • Safe trick or treat at North photo 1

    Halloween is in the Air at Toms River Schools
    Oct. 29, 2025- Halloween week 2025 has turned gloomy, windy, and somewhat spooky, which is to say— perfect conditions for the occasion. See how our schools are celebrating this year via the photo gallery below, which we'll continue to update throughout the week.
    Oct 29, 2025
  • Flags lowered in Sept 11 remembrance photo 1

    Flags Lowered in Remembrance of 9/11 on 24-Year Anniversary
    Sept. 11, 2025- Flags throughout Toms River Regional Schools are at half mast today, Sept. 11, 2025, on the 24-year anniversary of the terrorist attacks that killed almost 3,000 Americans in 2001.
    Sep 11, 2025
  • picture perfect north dover kids

    Back to School 2025-2026
    Sept. 3, 2025- Students returned to school today, officially kicking off the 2025-2026 school year. We've hand selected some of our favorite photos from a joyous day- we'll update this page throughout the day and rest of the week- but you can find more on the district's Instagram and Facebook feeds, as well as the IG accounts of our schools.
    Sep 03, 2025
  • together all in assembly 2025 photo 1

    Staff Get 'Together,' Show They Are 'ALL IN'
    Superintendent Mike Citta greets staff members this morning as they enter RWJBarnabas Health Arena for a pep rally to begin the new 2025-2026 school year.
    Sep 02, 2025
  • Buildings Freshen Up During District Beautification Day

    Buildings Freshen Up During District Beautification Day
    Aug. 20, 2025- While custodians, grounds, and maintenance crews continue to work hard preparing schools for opening day, they received some helping hands today.
    Aug 20, 2025
  • walnut street kindness readers photo 1

    Fifth Graders at Walnut Street Establishing a Community That Cares
    May 28, 2025
  • potential future musicians sample photo 2

    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
  • Toms River Regional Schools

    Excellence in Photos
    Apr 04, 2025
  • LIGHTS CAMERA AUCTION JUNE 5TH

    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
  • Music in our schools month at arena photo 3

    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
  • Teachers of the Year group photo 2025

    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
  • Youth Art Month for March at TRAC photo 1

    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
  • Leigha and family Rare Disease Day photo 1

    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
  • Hispanic Heritage Clubs Converge for Love of Fun

    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
  • Kindergarten kindness photo Walnut Street

    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
  • Hispanic Heritage Clubs Three Kings

    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
  • WAL Box of Light Presentation

    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
  • Walnut Street PTO Carnival

    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
  • Wizard of Oz at Walnut Street

    '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
  • Walnut Street Country Mike Lead U

    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