Board of Education President Ginny Murphy inducted to Gloucester County Sports Hall of Fame, students invited to sing at Carnegie Hall
Washington Township High School singers were invited to perform with world renowned composer and conductor Eric Whitacre at Carnegie Hall, while Board of Education President Ginny Murphy was inducted into the Gloucester County Sports Hall of Fame. At this week’s BOE meeting, the organizing committee for the Helping Hands Hoagie Sale presented appreciation plaques and a check for $53,000 raised this year. Teachers and staff at Thomas Jefferson Elementary School were also recognized by the BOE for their hard work and dedication to the newly implemented full-day kindergarten program. Check out some of the top stories from the past week in the Weekly Roundup.
Board of Education President Ginny Murphy inducted to Gloucester County Sports Hall of Fame
Board of Education President and former Washington Township High School student-athlete Ginny Murphy was inducted to the Gloucester County Sports Hall of Fame this week. Murphy used the opportunity to publicly thank her mentors and past coaches for the life-skills they instilled in her, guiding her to become a community leader and advocate for success.
Washington Township High School singers invited to perform at Carnegie Hall
Washington Township High School music students will have the opportunity to perform at Carnegie Hall in New York City with renowned composer Eric Whitacre when they join the Distinguished Concert Singers International next April. The students will join 500 other talented musicians from across the world.
WTHS head wrestling coach resigns
After seven years, Washington Township High School’s head coach Ron Ippolite has announced his resignation. Ippolite leaves with a career record of 93–78, having coached 35 all-conference wrestlers, 14 district champions, one regional champion and two state place winners.
School and community initiatives recognized at BOE meeting
The newly implemented full-day kindergarten program at Thomas Jefferson Elementary School was recognized by the Board of Education at last week’s meeting. Teachers received certificates of appreciation for their dedication to teaching the district’s youngest learning the love of learning. The Helping Hands Hoagie Sale Organizing Committee also presented appreciation plaques and sponsorship recognitions at the March meeting. This year, the 22nd annual hoagie sale, held on Super Bowl Sunday, raised $53,000 for local families and community members in need.
Washington Township resident pleads guilty to heroin, firearm charges
Vaughn A. Thomas Jr., 21, pleaded guilty on Monday to second-degree possession of heroin with intent to distribute and second-degree possession of a firearm by a convicted person. Arrested in April, 2016, Thomas could face 14 years in New Jersey state prison. His sentencing is scheduled for June.
Strong play up the middle, young talent could boost Washington Twp. baseball in 2017
Washington Township High School only finished the 2016 season with 12 wins, but the Minutemen are riding a wave of momentum into the 2017 season. Three of Washington Township’s top returning offensive players had batting averages above .300 last season and are expected to be team leaders this season.
