In February 2021, I enrolled back in school to become a licensed veterinary technician. I was fortunate enough to land a job working as a CSR (client service rep) at my local vet hospital. After I complete six months of training, I will be able to train as a TA (technician’s assistant). The hours are […]
Back to School guide: reopening plans, tips, and resources
Amid an ongoing pandemic, we’re seeing schools adjust their reopening plans to accommodate the growing health concerns raised by families and staff alike. If you are unsure of what is to come and want to plan for the upcoming school year, we’ve got you covered with the basics! The JCPS reopening plan The Jersey City […]
Tips for online learning for high school + college students
For many, online learning is now going to become the new normal as schools close and move toward home/online instruction. This might be ideal for some students who prefer working independently and perform better when working at their own pace. For other students, especially for those who enjoy collaborative environments and perform better in a […]
Students protest music teacher layoff at High Tech High School
A few weeks ago, students at High Tech High School held a silent protest against the school system in light of news that the music teacher Mr. Lawson would be laid off. Despite the students’ best efforts, an 8-0(1) board member vote was in favor of Lawson’s layoff (effective February 1). Lawson was not only […]
Hudson Montessori School’s 2019 Theme Kick-Off
On October 25th, Hudson Montessori School celebrated its Theme Kick-off. Every year, students are given a theme to focus on; this year’s theme is Art, Architecture, and Archeology. The students of Hudson Montessori School were assigned projects spanning across different time periods, from creating timelines of the evolution of art to portraying famous architects and […]
Your JC Summer Camp Guide 2019
Summer is quickly approaching, which is an exciting time for kids. But for working parents, summer is anything but a vacation. With the absence of childcare and discretionary income, some find this aspect incredibly distressing. I’m here to tell you not to stress! Jersey City has the solution to your problem: Summer Camp! I know […]
Ferris High School
This Saturday, May 18th, Ferris High School will be celebrating their 50th anniversary. To help spread the word about this momentous occasion they invited me to tour the school and speak to their Principal and Ferris HS Alumni, Jaime Morales. They also gave me a chance to speak to the students about Content Creators Academy […]
JCBOE Meeting Recap: Budget cuts are hurting everyone
The school year didn’t start yet, but almost everyone has a problem with the board. The teachers are worried about there positions, some students about there athletics and parents would like for their children to get their education without worrying about a shooter taking there child’s life. Let me start from the begin, Monday I got […]
Spending Your Spring Break the Right Way
Spring break is only days away. This is the relaxation I feel like we all need after all of the tests and quizzes the teachers pile on us right before we go on vacation. Although Netflix and sleeping are on everyone’s agenda, it can get a little boring at times, here are a few things […]
Marist partners with HCCC for “College Now” program
At ChicpeaJC, the youth is one of the many things we’re passionate about and do our best to empower. Just a few short weeks ago I had the pleasure of sitting down with Maro Twal and the lovely staff at Marist High School to discuss their “College Now” program. A program in which high school students can […]
Creating Tomorrows Leaders Today
When I was a freshman at University Academy Charter High School, I was shy but also very open depending on who I was around. I’m still like that today. The place where I felt most open was at the Young Men’s/Women’s Leadership Academy on Saturdays. Youth and community activist Clarence Collins, who goes by the […]
Hudson Montessori School’s Maker Faire
Hudson Montessori School hosted the first “School Maker Faire” in Jersey City on Saturday, January 20th! The day began with a pancake breakfast at Zeppelin Hall with parents and students. Families gathered to make pancakes with blueberries, sprinkles, and chocolate chips while Hudson Montessori students opened their classroom doors for “Bring your Parents to School […]
Top Things to Do this Weekend in Jersey City
The weekend is finally here! Check out some of our top things to do this weekend, or browse through our Event Calendar. Featured Events LSC After Dark: Gin & Jupiter January 18 @ 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Liberty Science Center, 222 Jersey City Blvd Get ready for another night of science-filled fun and delicious […]
Hudson Montessori’s Day of Industrial Revolution
On October 20th, Hudson Montessori held the Kick Off for their annual yearlong theme. Last year, they focused on Great Explorations, and this year is all about the Industrial Revolution! Primary students focused on “Farm to Table,” Lower Elementary students handled projects on “Farm to Factory,” and Upper Elementary students held a “World’s Fair.” Each […]
CCAJC News
After months of searching for students and staff, and receiving donations from people interested in helping making this all run smoothly, our Content Creators Academy program is finally starting this month! We were lucky enough to have driven and talented teenagers interested in being students in the program, and we have a number of amazing […]
The Filipino School of New York & New Jersey
As a Filipino-American woman living in Jersey City, one of the things I love about this city is its diversity—especially its prominent Philippine culture. Here’s a fact: Jersey City has the largest population of Filipinos in the state of New Jersey. When I first moved to the area earlier this year, I knew wanted to […]
The Montessori Model United Nations Conference in NYC
On March 10th, I was given the opportunity to witness the Montessori Model United Nations (MMUN) conference in action. 3400 students from around the world, the largest amount of participating students the MMUN has ever seen, gathered at the Marriott Marquis in Times Square from March 8th to March 11th. It was an incredibly interesting experience to see […]
Pancake Breakfast at Hudson Montessori
On January 21st, Hudson Montessori had a Pancake Breakfast, Bring Your Parent to School Day, and Maker Mart all in one day. We arrived around 9 AM to Zeppelin Hall to the smell of pancakes being made by the awesome parents who were volunteering. We hung out with parents and kids from different classes. Everyone ate, drank coffee, […]
Hour of Code at Hudson Montessori
On December 6th and 7th, Hudson Montessori School hosted Hour of Code, an hour-long introduction to computer science and programming created by Computer Science Education Week and Code.org. Students and parents gathered at 6PM to take part in Hour of Code and learn the basics of coding – the parts that make up a computer, […]
French American Academy of Jersey City
I am so proud to be living in Jersey City, which according to an online study is considered the second most diverse city in the country. Half of the city’s residents also reported speaking a language other than English at home. It is a known fact that teaching your children a second language at a young age […]