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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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Praises for Standout Walnut St. Fifth Grader

    May 22, 2024 -- When it comes to Leiana Kraft, it would be no stretch to say that her teachers and classmates think the world of her. You see, Leiana is a 5th grade student at Walnut Street Elementary who participates in the school’s gifted and talented program.
  • Anti-Bullying Workshop Gives Resources to District Leaders, Specialists

    April 25, 2024-- Yesterday in the High School North media center, district leaders and school anti-bullying specialists participated in an ABS administrative workshop.
  • 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.
  • 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!
  • '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.
  • 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!