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Welcome to the Ridgewood Public Schools

A Message from the Superintendent


It is my pleasure to welcome you to the Ridgewood Public Schools. As the largest school system in Bergen County, the Ridgewood district comprises ten schools: six elementary schools (K-5); two middle schools (6-8); and one high school (9-12). Of the district’s approximately 500 teachers and administrators, 65% have Master’s degrees and 5% hold doctorates.

The Ridgewood Public Schools deliver a high-quality education focusing on maximizing the potential of every learner. The district is continually recognized on state and national levels for school and individual achievements. Our students consistently score extremely well on state and national tests and above state and district factor groups. The district’s more than 5800 students all have an opportunity to succeed under the tutelage and guidance of a dedicated, professional faculty and administration. In addition, all students are taught in a technologically advanced setting and are provided with numerous opportunities to excel in the formal classroom and extracurricular activities, including the arts, athletics and academic competitions.

The Ridgewood Public Schools district is governed by a five-member Board of Education. Members are elected to rotating three-year terms by the voting public.

Please follow me on my Twitter feed @RWDSupt.

District News

  •                
    COVID-19 Communications

    October 23, 2020

    View COVID-19 notification letters.

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  •                
    Student Awards & Recognition

    October 23, 2020

    RHS students honored by National Merit Scholarship Program. French, Latin and Spanish students attain national recognition.

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  •                
    Sustainable Jersey for Schools

    October 22, 2020

    Somerville School achieves Sustainable Jersey for Schools bronze-level certification.

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  •                
    Innovation in Action

    October 14, 2020

    Seven RHS invent teams qualified for the STEAM Tank Regional competition and have earned the privilege of advanced entry into this season's regional qualifiers.

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  •                
    On the superintendent's desk

    September 29, 2020

    Read Dr. Fishbein's September column, "School is back in session with a new look and new protocols."

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  •                
    Announcement from the Superintendent

    September 25, 2020

    Dr. Fishbein, Superintendent of Schools, announced his retirement resignation in a letter to the Ridgewood school community. Read more to view Dr. Fishbein's latest communication dated September 25, 2020.

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    New - Communications Central

    September 25, 2020

    A new communications page can be accessed via a button on the homepage of the district website or under Our District/Public Information. Visit this page to find newsletters, press releases, correspondence, flyers, and more.

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  •                
    2020 Community Art Project

    September 14, 2020

    The goal of this community art project, A Wish for the World, is to spread the message of HOPE. Watch the video clip explaining this special project and learn more.

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    Staff Honors & Awards

    September 02, 2020

    This year's Ashby Award winner is Dr. Jean Schoenlank, Principal of Ridge School. The Tradition of Excellence Award winner is Annette Tucker, Classroom Aide at GWMS. Congratulations!

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  •                
    Summer Facilities Projects

    August 20, 2020

    Our summer facilities projects are underway. See what has been happening around the district.

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