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Board honors retirees and showcases district orchestra; students update activities

Ridgewood Board of Education · April 20, 2026
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At the meeting the board recognized multiple retiring staff across grade levels and watched a short presentation celebrating a 500+ student K–12 orchestra showcase; student reporters summarized recent arts, sports and testing events, including 1,513 AP tests scheduled.

The Ridgewood Board of Education opened Monday’s meeting by recognizing veteran staff retiring this year and by celebrating a district‑wide orchestra project that brought hundreds of students together.

Assistant superintendent Dr. Michelle Femick and school leaders honored teachers and support staff across elementary and high schools, citing long service, program leadership and community contributions. Among those recognized were Orchard Elementary…

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