Vol. 25 - No. 11
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By Carley Doktorski BERKELEY – Board of Education members are hoping the implementation of block scheduling at Central Regional Middle and High School this September will mean less hectic school days for students and staff alike. The goal of block scheduling is not only to make learning more enjoyable, but increase a student’s desire to succeed, said Susan Cowdrick, Island Heights representative for the Central Regional Board of Education. Both schools will adopt an A/B, or four-by-four, schedule for the 2019-20 school year, she explained. On each “A” day, students will attend the same four classes. On “B” days, students will go to four different classes. So, for example, every “A” day, a student might go to their history, science, art, and English language arts class. On every “B” day, that student would then have their math, music, foreign language, and
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–Photos courtesy Berkeley Little League (Above) In the blue uniforms, the Cubs won 12, and lost 3 in the regular season. (Right) In the black uniforms, the Marlins won 6 and lost 7 in the regular season. By Carley Doktorski BERKELEY – After successful seasons on the diamond, Berkeley Little League’s Marlins and Cubs were both recognized at a recent Berkeley Township Council meeting for winning their championship games. The Cubs had a 12-3 season. The Marlins were 6-7. The Marlins now have two consecutive championship wins under their belts,
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First Senior Health Fair Draws Large Crowd
B y Bob Vosseller TOMS RIVER – The first Older Adults Health Fair hosted by the Ocean County Health Department recently drew more than 100 people looking for ways to improve their lives. The Aug. 16 event featured 24 vendors/ (Senior - See Page 20)
Central Prepping For Block Scheduling
Parking Issues In South Seaside Park
By Chris Lundy BERKELEY – The small section of South Seaside Park, just north of Island Beach State Park, swells with summertime visitors. This leads to parking issues for residents. There are more cars using on-street
parking, and that will sometimes squeeze out the residents’ vehicles. “Parking in South Seaside Park is a disaster,” Councilman James Byrnes said at a recent Township –Photo by Chris Lundy Council meeting. G i v i n g a n Some of the properties in South Seaside Park have (Park - See Page 4) stone-covered yards where parking becomes cluttered.
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