April 7
7:00pm Ridge High School PAC
The evening will include a presentation from our faculty along with a student panel sharing their experiences and answering questions we have received from the community about social media and technology, communication, culture, and kindness among peers. This presentation is recommended for parents and students in grades 6–12, and we strongly encourage parents of younger students to attend as well, as the topics discussed are highly relevant to what students are experiencing as they grow up in today’s digital world. Due to the nature of the content, we ask that students under grade 6 do not attend.
April 8
Transitioning to College with an IEP/504 Plan
7:00-8:30pm Ridge High School PAC
Co-sponsored by the School Counseling and Child Study Team members, this presentation provides an overview of important college transition information for families of students with IEPs or 504 plans. The presentation will be recorded for families who cannot attend the presentation live, and the recording will be posted on our website after the event.
April 8
6:00-8:00pm Bernards Township Library, 32 S. Maple Ave, Basking Ridge
RACE to be Human offers an honest look at how race and identity shape our experiences. This documentary features voices from students, families, educators and experts who illuminate both challenges and pathways to understanding. The documentary screening will be accompanied by a guided discussion. Open to community members ages 10 and up.
April 21
Restoring Focus: Dopamine, Devices, and Decision Making: The Playbook for Restoring Focus
7:00pm-9:00pm - Ridge High School Cafeteria
Join us for an interactive evening featuring a dialogue among administrators, teachers, parents, and students on the impact of devices on focus and decision-making. As part of our Restoring Focus initiative, we will share insights from our work in digital literacy, cell phone and social media use, and artificial intelligence, along with district data on student screen habits. The evening will include collaborative discussion and practical strategies families can use to support healthier habits at home. This session is geared towards grades 6-12 and is being held in-person with the option to join virtually.
April 23
QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) Suicide Prevention Training
6:30pm-8:30pm - VIRTUAL via Zoom Register here
The QPR mission is to reduce suicidal behaviors and save lives by providing innovative, practical, and proven suicide prevention training. In three steps anyone can learn to help prevent suicide. This training is free to anyone who is 18+ years old and is interested in learning suicide prevention techniques.