Board honors student 'Upstanders' and essay contest winners; superintendent previews midyear data review
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The Barnegat Township Board of Education recognized student leaders across the district in its Upstander program and honored Patriot’s Pen and Voice of Democracy essay contest winners; superintendent highlighted a midyear 'data harvest' and community partnerships including a Rotary grant for caring closets.
The Barnegat Township Board of Education recognized students across the district during its Upstander awards segment and presented winners in veteran-related essay contests.
Presenters described the Upstander program as a district-wide recognition of students who demonstrate leadership, accountability and support for their peers. Students called forward included high-school and elementary honorees; Barnegat High School student Jalen Hoffman was highlighted for leadership and community service tied to the school’s ROTC-related program. The board also presented Patriot’s Pen and Voice of Democracy winners from the district; Eddie Rosa and Madison Montalvo were recognized in the Patriot’s Pen program and Catherine Warren was recognized for Voice of Democracy at the high-school level.
Superintendent Dr. Latwiss also introduced a Rotary Club representative who announced a $2,500 grant to stock caring closets across the district — sites that provide hygiene items and essentials to students in need. Dr. Latwiss invited the public to review the district’s second-of-three 'data harvest' midway checkpoint covering instructional goals and student supports.
Board members and administrators thanked staff, bus drivers and volunteers for recent efforts, and the president praised staff work during recent snow days. The board encouraged community participation in upcoming parent engagement sessions and county events.
