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Edison schools outline expansion of career academies and show student research from Rutgers FAME
Summary
The Edison Township School District presented plans to expand STEM, biomedical, computer science and business academies across its two high schools for the 2026–27 school year and showcased student work from a Rutgers FAME program; the district set an admissions timeline with applications opening Dec. 5 and decisions in March.
Edison Township officials on Monday presented a plan to expand four career academies across Edison High School and John P. Stevens High School and highlighted student projects developed in partnership with Rutgers University.
The superintendent’s office described the academies — STEM, Biomedical Science (initially at J.P. Stevens), Business and Computer Science — as pathways that provide project-based learning, clinical simulations and industry-relevant coursework. District presenters said the expansions aim to prepare students for college and careers, with programming that includes mentorships, CTSO/DECA competitions and a cybersecurity track.
The expansion…
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