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New Jersey Monthly Magazine
Education

T. Rex Redux

Millions of years ago, dinosaurs roamed the Meadowlands. Now Bloomfield impresario Guy Gsell is bringing them back in animatronic form to educate kids of all ages. more

Lessons Learned

With one school year under its belt, Jersey’s new anti-bullying law is getting mostly high marks. more

Addition by Contraction

For the past year I’d heard rumblings that it might happen, but earlier this week the state's plans were revealed—Rutgers-Camden is going to become part of Rowan University.

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The 'Good and Kind' Heart of Lincoln

In his final act of compassion, the 16th President spared the life of a war-weary private from New Jersey. more

Bullying CD Gets Respect

Can an album with an anti-bullying theme meant to educate children win a Grammy? A seasoned writer and producer of children's music believes it can. more

Tea Party Like It's 1774

In Ten Tea Parties: Patriotic Protests That History Forgot, New Jersey-based historian Joseph Cummins shines a bright light on some obscure and forgotten rebellions from America's past. more

Jersey's Man of Science

As the lone physicist in the U.S. Congress, Rush Holt has become a voice for innovation and education. more

Experts Ponder Charter School Rejections

Only four new charters approved from latest round of 55 applicants. more

Does Size Matter?

In many Jersey schools, classes are growing larger. Not everyone agrees how that will affect student performance. more

A Different Kind of Lesson

A new documentary titled In God We Teach recounts the story of a Kearny High School teacher accused of proselytizing for Jesus in the classroom. more

To Infinity and Beyond

A Q&A with Charles Liu, a professor of astrophysics whose The Handy Astronomy Answer Book is very popular among children. more

Seeing Green

Eight New Jersey Institute of Technology students travel to Washington, D.C. to participate in the Sustainable Design Expo. more

Pirates Anyone?

The Marine Mammal Stranding Center offers summer educational programs for children. more

Heightened Goals for Higher Education

Former Governor Tom Kean is concerned about the future of higher eduction in the state. more

Pre-K at Budget Crossroads

A recent law expands the state’s early-education program, but will Jersey fund the mandate? more

Last Gasp of the Dinky?

For 145 years, a shuttle train called the Dinky has served Princeton’s intelligentsia. Now it might be headed for the last roundhouse. more

Opting Out After 40 Years

A teacher at Haddonfield Memorial High School calls it quits after 40 years as an educator. more

A Lesson For Our Time

The Bordentown School, a rare symbol of hope for young black citizens in the years immediately following the abolition of slavery, is the subject of a new documentary film. more

Eye on Education

Bret Schundler, former Jersey City mayor and new education czar under Gov. Christie, trains his eye towards taking on the New Jersey Education Association. more

Where Have All The Catholic Schools Gone?

The Church seeks answers as rising costs and declining enrollment force consolidation throughout the state. more

Power Issue: Shirley Tilghman

NJ's Willow School Goes Green

With its cutting-edge buildings, the Willow School in Gladstone takes green to a new level—platinum—and a new concept: regeneration. more

Charter Schools: Boon or Bust?

They rode in on a tide of hope. A decade later, the promise of New Jersey’s charter schools is only partially fulfilled. more

School Lunches Get a Healthy Makeover

With new nutrition standards New Jersey schools are making mystery meat a thing of the past. more

The Good the Bad and the Ugly

What's it Worth... Life in New Jersey more

This Time It's Personal

Reopened after a $109 million expansion, Liberty Science Center focuses on people’s impact on the environment—and each other. more