As 2025 comes to a close, the Barnegat Township School District wishes our families joy, peace, and cherished moments with loved ones this holiday season. Here’s to a happy and healthy 2026 ✨ #barnegatinspires

Thank you to the Tri-M Music Honor Society for spreading holiday cheer at Barnegat High School by performing festive carols for students and staff 🎶🎷🎺 #barnegatinspires
Congratulations to Emily DeLeeuw, who broke her own record in the 500 free 🏊#barnegatinspires
Thank you to the Barnegat High School Music Department for spreading holiday cheer with a festive performance for students and staff at the Donahue School 🎶🎄 #barnegatinspires
The Barnegat Township School District will have an early dismissal tomorrow, December 23. Schools will be closed for winter break and will resume on January 5.
Congratulations to BHS Wrestling on winning the Garden State Classic Championship🏆🤼
Shout-out to our wrestlers who placed:
🥇1st Place:175-Gerald Miller, 215-Charlie Black
🥈2nd Place:150-Jayden Nieto
🥉3rd Place:106-Casey Bonett, 126-Nick Speer, 138-Greg Mamola
🏅MOW: Charlie Black
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Shout-out to our wrestlers who placed:
🥇1st Place:175-Gerald Miller, 215-Charlie Black
🥈2nd Place:150-Jayden Nieto
🥉3rd Place:106-Casey Bonett, 126-Nick Speer, 138-Greg Mamola
🏅MOW: Charlie Black
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The Barnegat High School Band showcased their talents during a wonderful winter concert featuring the Brass Ensemble, Symphonic Band, and Concert Band 🎶🥁🎺 #barnegatinspires
The Barnegat VFW recognized the following Barnegat High School students for winning the Voice of Democracy essay contest:
1st Place: Catherine Warn
2nd Place: Isabella Lutcza
3rd Place: Ayla Mongiello
Congratulations to our essay winners! #barnegatinspires
1st Place: Catherine Warn
2nd Place: Isabella Lutcza
3rd Place: Ayla Mongiello
Congratulations to our essay winners! #barnegatinspires



Congratulations to our December UPstander recipients, who were recognized for the Bengal PRIDE character trait of the month for generosity:
Mary Delgado, BHS, Grade 9
Ella McMahon, ROBMS, Grade 8
Aaron Celeste, RLHS, Grade 6
Amiyah Jefferson, JTDS, Grade 3
Emmanuel Panayiotou, CSCS, Grade 2
Theodore Chiaramonte, LMDS, PreK
Hunter Washington, ACES, Grade K
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Mary Delgado, BHS, Grade 9
Ella McMahon, ROBMS, Grade 8
Aaron Celeste, RLHS, Grade 6
Amiyah Jefferson, JTDS, Grade 3
Emmanuel Panayiotou, CSCS, Grade 2
Theodore Chiaramonte, LMDS, PreK
Hunter Washington, ACES, Grade K
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Paws For A Cause hosted a Holiday Lights Bus Tour, bringing festive cheer to families as two school buses traveled through the township to view some of the most spectacular holiday light displays 🎄✨#barnegatinspires




Congratulations to Liam Roehrig on being selected to perform with the All South Jersey Region III Symphonic Band at Rowan University in January 🎷 #barnegatinspires
Congratulations to the Girls Bowling Team for taking first place at the Edison Township Classic Bowling Tournament 🎳 #barnegatinspires

Mr. McGrath and the Tri-M Honor Society spread holiday cheer by performing festive songs for students during dismissal at the Donahue School 🎶🎺🥁#barnegatinspires
The Barnegat High School jazz band, select choir, and chorus performed at their annual winter concert. Thank you to Mr. McGrath, Ms. Sawall, and the talented students for an outstanding performance 🎶🎺🎷#barnegatinspires
The Barnegat Township School District will operate on a two-hour delayed opening on Monday, December 15, due to inclement weather. For specific details, please visit the district website.

Congratulations to the cast and crew of the Bengal Theatre Company on an outstanding performance of Our Town! #barnegatinspires
Community-based instruction at Bricks & Minifigs in Manahawkin! Students built their own racecars and raced them on the track. They also had the chance to explore the workplace where one of their classmates participates in his work-based learning experience! #barnegatinspires

As a reminder, the Barnegat Township School District will have an early dismissal tomorrow, December 10, for staff to collaborate in professional development.

Barnegat PBA 296 once again hosted its annual toy drive to support families in need throughout our community. Officers and members of Paws For A Cause sorted generous donations dropped off by community members at local businesses participating in the drive. Officers also contributed gift cards to help ensure every child feels the magic of the season. Thank you to everyone who helped brighten the holidays for our students in need 🎁✨ #barnegatinspires
The Barnegat High School Marching Bengals concluded their season by spreading holiday cheer at the Ship Bottom Christmas Parade 🎶🥁🎺#barnegatinspires
