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Friday, September 1, 2023

Maplewood's and South Orange's Columbia High School steadily climbing up the ladder in rankings, now 45th in the State of NJ

 


Columbia High School Improves 

to 45th Best in New Jersey 

in New Rankings

CHS ranking by U.S. News & World Report

improves from 59 last year

 Mapleood, NJ:   Columbia High Schools ranking has improved to 45 best in the 

state of New Jerssey, by U.S. News and World Report.  The South Orange-

Maplewood School District marks a “dramatic jump” from last year’s ranking of 59.

In all, the report released on Tuesday ranked a total of 399 New Jersey high 

schools, the district said.

Columbia’s ranking shows the school is “on the right track in helping students

 achieve academic success,” Superintendent Dr. Ronald Taylor said in the news

 release.

The top ranked high school in the state is Union County Magnet High School 

in Scotch Plains.

“We congratulate Principal Frank Sanchez, everyone on his administrative team,

 all of the high school’s teachers and staff, and our students’ parents and 

guardians on this recognition of their efforts,” he said. “Let us all continue in 

our efforts to instill greater equity among our students, and to improve 

Columbia High School and our entire District in attending to the educational 

needs of every student.” 

CHS Principal Sanchez said the announcement was “very encouraging news.”

 “While we appreciate this recognition, there is nothing more gratifying to us 

than to see our students achieve academic success and continue on their 

paths to lifelong learning and realizing their potential,” Sanchez said in the 

news release. “Our teachers, administrators, and staff are among the most 

dedicated in the world, and we will never stop working to make Columbia 

High School a better place for the students and families we serve.”

The ranking news comes after the district said last week that students in 

Columbia High School’s class of 2024 have tested far higher than state 

averages on a New Jersey assessment of graduation readiness, and the district

 is making progress on closing the achievement gap among its students.

Across the rising seniors tested, 93.8% met the proficiency standard in English Language Arts, far above the state’s average of 80.5% in 2022. In math, 69.8% 

of the students tested met the proficiency standard, also significantly higher 

than the New Jersey average of 55%.

Thursday, August 31, 2023

Township of Maplewood Announces changes to the Jitney Schedule

 


 

 

Jitney Schedule Changes Effective Tuesday, September 5th

Post Date: 08/30/2023 3:54 PM

Modifications to the Jitney schedule have been made to better accommodate residents departing on the 7:18 am train to Hoboken and residents arriving on the 5:57 pm train from Hoboken.

The new schedules can be found on the Jitney Bus Service page of our website, which is linked below.

https://www.maplewoodnj.gov/government/public-works/jitney-bus-services

The schedule changes are:

  • Maplecrest and Hilton Jitney. The morning departure from Boyden Ave & Harding St is changed from 7:05 am to 6:58 am and the evening departure from the train station is changed from 6:22 pm to 6:12 pm. Departure/arrival times for each stop on the route are changed accordingly.
  • Elmwood and Parker Jitney. The morning departure from Elmwood Ave & Essex Rd is changed from 7:04 am to 6:59 am and the evening departure from the train station is changed from 6:22 pm to 6:12 pm. Departure/arrival times for each stop on the route are changed accordingly.
  •  Wyoming Jitney. The morning departure from Manley Terr & Millburn Ave is changed from 7:01 am to 6:57 am and the evening departure from the train station is changed from 6:22 pm to 6:12 pm. Departure/arrival times for each stop on the route are changed accordingly.


  

 

A picturesque town in Essex County, Maplewood is located on the East Branch of the Rahway River. Originally consisting of farms, mills and orchards, Maplewood is now a great mix of residential and commercial areas, culminating in the jewel of a downtown village and coming together to create a charming, tight-knit and diversified community. Maplewood has predominantly Colonial and Tudor style homes with sprawling porches and ample greenery, but you can also find some Victorians and a range of more modern style construction on its beautiful tree lined streets.

Maplewood is a diverse town with 6 elementary schools and prominent municipal building designed by famous architects, Guilbert and Betelle. In the center of town, famed landscape architects, the Olmstead Brothers, created the breathtaking Memorial Park; not to be overlooked is Ricalton Square, nestled between the train station and the downtown shopping; this area is frequently used for events including a Halloween Parade with hayrides and petting zoos, as well as featuring replica homes during the Winter Holiday Season. The town offers many activities to its residents from camps in the summer, arts and crafts classes, a public pool (with 4 pools ranging from a “baby” pool to toddler pool to large lap pool and a diving tank) and a farmers market when in season. There is even an annual musicalpalooza--Maplewoodstock—featuring a variety of bands and musical styles, showcasing local and national bands with booths for local businesses to set up.

The Village, also known as Maplewood Center, is a quaint, downtown shopping district with everything from restaurants with foods from all over the world, bakeries, dance studios, gyms, bookstores, a movie theater and bookstores. With its large variety of cuisines to choose from, Maplewood recently started a yearly town-wide Restaurant Week with over 30 eateries participating.

Easily accessible by its throughways and the New Jersey Transit, it's no surprise Maplewood has been ranked several times as one of the most desirable places to live in America by a number of surveys.

 

Mark Slade Keller Williams 917.797.5059 Good Homes Selling a Maplewood/South Orange/West Orange area home involves many steps and having an experienced Maplewood New Jersey Real Estate Agent and Realtor®, specializing in the Bedroom Communities of New York City in Essex/Union County— Millburn, Short Hills, Montclair, West Orange, South Orange, Livingston, Maplewood, Springfield, Summit, Madison, Chatham, Scotch Plains, Fanwood, Cranford and Westfield--by your side will make the transaction run a lot smoother. I would love to be your Maplewood/South Orange New Jersey Area Real Estate Professional! I assist both buyers and sellers in the Bedroom Communities of New York City, mostly served by NJ Transit’s Mid-Town Direct Train Lines, offering commutes of 45minute or less to NY Penn Station, with either the purchase and or sale of residential real estate.  

 

 

As an Accredited Buyer’s Agent (ABR), I have received special training to guide and educate you through the entire home buying process. From start to finish, I listen to your needs and desires in what you would like and take the information you give me to find you home. My GO-TO team can provide you the best in Real Estate advice with regard to attorney choices, Home Inspectors and Mortgage Loan Officers  

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As your Maplewood/South Orange/ West Orange New Jersey listing agent I am well versed on as your local expert in all things in the West Orange, Maplewood and South Orange area Real Estate Market. You can expect personalized service that includes a detailed consultation on how to best position your Mid-Town Direct home to be competitive in today’s market with training to provide my clients with an in-depth Advanced Comparative Market analysis, and advice on staging. As my office’s technology officer as well as both a Zillow Platinum Premier and Trulia Premier agent, I use the latest and most up-to-date marketing methods to get your home in front of as many buyers as possible. Being your New Jersey Real Estate Agent and Realtor ® not only involves just finding the home or selling the home, but being your guide, negotiator, advisor and advocate and making sure that your needs and goals are met. Being your New Jersey Essex/Union County area Realtor® (with a little bit of Morris County thrown in for good measure) is one of my truest passions, and “Helping You Find Your Dream Home” is my number one priority. Don’t forget These Helpful Sites: 

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Let's work together to find you find your Dream Home!


A picturesque town in Essex County, Maplewood is located on the East Branch of the Rahway River. Originally consisting of farms, mills and orchards, Maplewood is now a great mix of residential and commercial areas, culminating in the jewel of a downtown village and coming together to create a charming, tight-knit and diversified community. Maplewood has predominantly Colonial and Tudor style homes with sprawling porches and ample greenery, but you can also find some Victorians and a range of more modern style construction on its beautiful tree lined streets. Maplewood is a diverse town with 6 elementary schools and prominent municipal building designed by famous architects, Guilbert and Betelle. In the center of town, famed landscape architects, the Olmstead Brothers, created the breathtaking Memorial Park; not to be overlooked is Ricalton Square, nestled between the train station and the downtown shopping; this area is frequently used for events including a Halloween Parade with hayrides and petting zoos, as well as featuring replica homes during the Winter Holiday Season. The town offers many activities to its residents from camps in the summer, arts and crafts classes, a public pool (with 4 pools ranging from a “baby” pool to toddler pool to large lap pool and a diving tank) and a farmers market when in season. There is even an annual musicalpalooza--Maplewoodstock—featuring a variety of bands and musical styles, showcasing local and national bands with booths for local businesses to set up. The Village, also known as Maplewood Center, is a quaint, downtown shopping district with everything from restaurants with foods from all over the world, bakeries, dance studios, gyms, bookstores, a movie theater and bookstores. With its large variety of cuisines to choose from, Maplewood recently started a yearly town-wide Restaurant Week with over 30 eateries participating. Easily accessible by its throughways and the New Jersey Transit, it's no surprise Maplewood has been ranked several times as one of the most desirable places to live in America by a number of surveys. Let's work together to find you your Dream Home!

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Tuesday, August 29, 2023

36 Overlook Ave West Orange Twp., NJ 07052

Property Site: https://tour.corelistingmachine.com/home/T3VBPY/36-Overlook-Ave-West-Orange-Twp-NJ-3861901
Beautifully framed by tall trees and lovely landscaping, this Colonial is certain to draw attention. As you approach the front entrance, you will find a wonderful, enclosed porch to enjoy in Spring through Fall, overlooking your block. Upon entering the home, you will find a den with a fireplace, a living room and a formal dining room. Rounding out the first floor is an Eat-In kitchen and the first of two full bathrooms. Upstairs, you will find 3 good-sized bedrooms, an office or toddler bedroom for the fourth room on the second floor and the remaining full bath. Love being able to "build" your own equity, there is a walk-up attic that could easily be renovated into additional living space--like a primary suite or a combination of a media room and guest room. Heading down from the first floor is a large walk-out basement with a finished recreation/family room, large laundry room and a utility room. There is a one car detached garage and level backyard which offers a perfect place with which to enjoy the outdoors. This home is located in West Orange, a town that features the Turtle Back Zoo, high-line adventure course, mini golf, swan boats and more. For commuters to NYC, you are just under 1 mile to NJ Transits Mountain train station.
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Price: $600,000

For more information about this property, please contact MARK SLADE at 973-762-5400 or sladehomes@gmail.com. You can also text 8088091 to 67299 (Message and Data Rates May Apply, see terms and privacy policy).


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MLS ID: 3861901

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Friday, July 21, 2023

64 Atwood Pl Wayne Twp., NJ 07470

Property Site: https://tour.corelistingmachine.com/home/ANXZLS/64-Atwood-Pl-Wayne-Twp-NJ-3854878
You wont want to miss out on the chance to own this well maintained stately split level located in Wayne, New Jersey. This bright and spacious 3 bed, 2.5 bth home has an open floor plan for easy living and entertaining. As you enter the foyer, youll walk into the large family room w sliders out to the large level backyard w/ patio. This level also features access to the laundry area, a powder room and entry to the garage and a finished "studio space"--as one of the garage bays was converted by the previous owner and is presently being used as a music studio, with a separate entrance and mudroom. Envision this space for your home office, art, music studio or other use. Heading up a few stairs to the first level you will find a spacious kitchen with separate breakfast room with large windows overlooking the expansive yard, a formal dining room, and an inviting, bright and sunny living room. The 2nd level has beautiful hardwood floors with 3 well-proportioned bedrooms and 2 full baths -- the primary bedroom has an en-suite bathroom and a walk-in closet. The finished basement is currently used as a recreation room with lots of closets and storage space, and utilities. This home is situated on a large level lot on a quiet and private street. Backyard is completely fenced-in w/patio area and storage shed. New roof 2022. Top notch school system, close to NJ Transit Bus/Train to NYC, close to major highways, shopping, restaurants. Come and make this house your new home!
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
Price: $599,000

For more information about this property, please contact MARK SLADE at 973-762-5400 or sladehomes@gmail.com. You can also text 8034470 to 67299 (Message and Data Rates May Apply, see terms and privacy policy).


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MLS ID: 3854878

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Tuesday, July 18, 2023

77 Callahan Ct Newark City, NJ 07103

Property Site: https://tour.corelistingmachine.com/home/CU92Y4/77-Callahan-Ct-Newark-City-NJ-3854885
With an artful blend of convenience and comfort, this townhouse is ready to move into and enjoy. Located in the well-regarded Society Hill neighborhood in the heart of Newark, it has so much to offer. Superior amenities and renovations, coupled with this prime location come together with enormous success. Step inside where you will be impressed by the open floor plan and sunny spaces. There is room to relax and entertain, while the renovated kitchen, complete with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and more-- will accommodate an enthusiastic home cook. There is ample dining space that is separate from the living room, all complemented by a first-floor powder room. A lovely first floor balcony allows you to enjoy fresh air while having a cup of coffee or an evening cocktail. Another level up, please find 2 spacious and airy bedrooms, with the convenience of a hall bath and an in-unit laundry.Amenities include an outdoor pool, tennis courts and clubhouse and there is one assigned parking space; there is also visitor parking. This is an area with a great deal of vitality: In addition to being close to a Newark Light Rail station, there are renowned institutions like NJIT and Rutgers Dental and Medical schools, University Hospital, practically around the corner.
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2
Price: $300,000

For more information about this property, please contact MARK SLADE at 973-762-5400 or sladehomes@gmail.com. You can also text 8028695 to 67299 (Message and Data Rates May Apply, see terms and privacy policy).


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MLS ID: 3854885

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39 Olympic Ter Irvington Twp., NJ 07111

Property Site: https://tour.corelistingmachine.com/home/6HM8UK/39-Olympic-Ter-Irvington-Twp-NJ-3854789
Picture perfect, this engaging, recently renovated Colonial is going to make its new owner(s) very happy. This home is situated on a lot with a beautiful backyard. From the moment you Step inside, you will be impressed by the relaxed floor plan and plentiful natural light. Even more important, you will be able to enjoy the newly renovated kitchen and first floor powder room. There is room to relax and entertain--whether inside, on your enclosed front porch or outside in your yard. The bedrooms are comfortable and private and adjacent to the full bath. There is also a recreation room in the lower level. Need an office, there is one on the second level. The baths come equipped and ready to help everyone through the daily rush. This property is located "near to" over 114 eating establishments, considered to be above average; there are so many conveniences--coffee, gym, pharmacy, medical, ATM, gas and cleaners under a mile from this home. Ready immediately and with even more potential for the future, this is an opportunity not to be missed. There are 2 bus stops around the corner from the property for commuting convenience.
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2
Price: $320,000

For more information about this property, please contact MARK SLADE at 973-762-5400 or sladehomes@gmail.com. You can also text 8028694 to 67299 (Message and Data Rates May Apply, see terms and privacy policy).


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MLS ID: 3854789

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