DoubleTree sign in Friday 4-8, Dinner Dance Sat. Classreport, Inc. All Rights Reservede1 [2] Ridgewood was also the pilot school for a wellness program in Pasco County, to improve and teach good habits for now and in the future. We are a small, The following month, the Boys' Basketball team made it to the region finals, playing its last playoff game at home before an emotional crowd of 1,500fans and players. LOCATION CHANGE!!!! Saturday tours of schools, luncheons & dinner at the Ridgewood Country Club. This site is to be operated by members of our class. "We don't know if it was the weather. The grotto, dedicated to military families with benches and plants, would be located across and facing the memorial, he said. or email form to: campbellglenorchy@gmail.com . Some of our Ridgewood High School alumni have already started planning their next reunion. and will be used to provide support Petrakis had a message to those affected about the memorial's status. 4/27/2018, "Your site is amazing. [28] Until the NJSIAA's 2009 realignment, the school had participated in Division A of the Northern New Jersey Interscholastic League, which included high schools located in Bergen, Essex and Passaic counties, and was separated into three divisions based on NJSIAA size classification. Enter and space open menus and escape closes them as well. Friday at 8 - party at the Elks -79'ers play live, cash bar, general mayhem. , New Jersey The Phi Delta Theta team has won the Little 500 3 times, in 1982, 1996, and 2001. Download the pdf, log in, sign up, don't miss it! Planning your reunion for the night ofa home football game? 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Top 20 Football Poll", "No. Follow Ridgewood High School on Twitter. Please support this site with your voluntary contributions. This is the 40th Reunion for class of 69. [38] In 2009, the Maroons defeated Bergen Tech 4-1 at Paramus High School for their fourth consecutive North I Group IV state sectional championship. CLICK HERE TO for every graduating class of every high school [77] The team's coaches are Josh Saladino and Mike Glynn. $5 at the door. The top portion has been removed, and all that remains now is the base. Hoodlums will be dispatched to collect the stragglers. The football stadium is also the winter and spring break home to the Phi Delta Theta cycling team from Indiana University. Ridgewood High School was founded in 1892 when the principal, B.C. [2], Ridgewood High School was created in 1892, with the creation of a formal ninth grade class and a sophomore class was added the following year. Class of 2019. The boys' lacrosse team won state championships in 1990 (defeating Arthur L. Johnson High School in the final game of the state tournament) and 1991 (vs. Montclair High School), along with Group III championships in 2004 (vs. Westfield High School), 2006 (vs. Randolph High School), 2008 (vs. Montgomery High School), 2009 (vs. Shawnee High School), 2012 (vs. Morristown High School), 2013 (vs. Shawnee), 2014 (vs. Moorestown High School) and 2015 (vs. Shawnee). To each and every one of our alumni, please accept our sincere gratitude and thanks for your contribution to a proud tradition and mission: Ridgewood School, The Light of Learning. Student Enrollment, Registration, Calendars, Where: The Local Tavern (8540 W. Lawrence Ave. Norridge, IL 60706. Please read through the information presented on this page and follow the links for additional information or to purchase ticket and make your reservations. "That's 644 pounds of glass and would require special engineering to support it. [2] Its dropout rate of 2.2% was lower than both the district and state averages at the time. The boys track team won the Group III spring track state championship in 1939. New York, N Y 10025-4356 . If you require a paper copy of any of the information on our website, please email your request to info@ridgewood.dudley.sch.uk. Get-Together at Cucina Biagio, 11 AM 16th Annual Alumni Hall of Fame Brunch & Raffle, 6 PM to Midnight 50 Year Reunion Celebration Dinner, Class of 71 50 Year Reunion Facebook Page, Click Here for RHS Alumni Hall of Fame Info & Ticket Sales, If we do not have your email, or if you have additional questions, please send them to: Rhsclassof71.50years@gmail.com. Mitchell High School was named principal of Ridgewood.[8]. Casual clothes for the big dinner, Friday gathering at the Fireplace. [citation needed], The girls' lacrosse team won the Group IV state championship in 2010 (defeating Cherokee High School in the tournament final), 2011 (vs. Washington Township High School) and 2012 (vs. Clearview Regional High School); the team won the Tournament of Champions in 2010 vs. West Morris Mendham High School and 2011 vs. Moorestown High School. [27] For the 2009-10 school year, Ridgewood was part of the North Jersey Tri-County Conference, a conference established on an interim basis to facilitate the realignment. Left and right arrows move across top level links and expand / close menus in sub levels. There will be a CASH BARyour bar tab is on you! Greensboro College - Echo Yearbook (Greensboro, NC), Class of 1973, Page 197 of 212 | E-Yearbook.com has the largest online yearbook collection of college, university, high school, middle school, junior high school, military, naval cruise books and yearbooks. The building features brick walls, a slate roof and other stone features. (ending October 7th, 2023 11:00pm), Hilton Woodcliff Lake Friday, October 6, 2023, from 5:00 PM, Park West Tavern, 30 Oak St., Ridgewood, NJ 07450 . this website possible by their generous March 14, 2018. Doors will open at 6 PM. . [7], On August 5, 1981, the school board voted to convert Ridgewood to a high school. amsc: 1, More bravos at: The memorial project began in 2012 with the offering of brick pavers. CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE. with the creation of a formal ninth grade class and a sophomore class was added the following year. Thanks, see you Friday night!!! A Great Time Was Had (This page updated 10/25/2022) Three years in the planning, twice COVID-19 delayed, we finally pulled off the 52 nd reunion of RHS Class of 1970. Wendell L. Krinn became the first principal of the school and would serve in that position for 20 years. There s still time to bookJust mention RHS Beach Blast when you book your room. Copyright 2023 AlumniClass, Inc. All rights reserved. It is the legacy that Ridgewood graduates are committed to passing along to their children, their grandchildren, and the children in their community. [23] The school was ranked 273rd in the nation and 25th in New Jersey on the list of "America's Best High Schools 2012" prepared by The Daily Beast / Newsweek, with rankings based primarily on graduation rate, matriculation rate for college and number of Advanced Placement / International Baccalaureate courses taken per student, with lesser factors based on average scores on the SAT / ACT, average AP/IB scores and the number of AP/IB courses available to students. [1], The campus includes one central building, which, along with the original gym, was completed in 1919 at a total cost of $285,000 (equivalent to $4.5million in 2021). , Ridgewood Join us to see how the school has changed over the last 50 years! Class of 2014. . Valentino-Barry said a courtyard rededication would be appropriate. For all the details go to "www.rhsclassof 1984reunion.com" details. [53] The team, coached by Patricia Auger, won the 2005 Bergen County Championship and 2006 North I Group IV state sectional championship, defeating Bloomfield High School by 3-0. Price is yet to be determined. We planned this as a fun and informal evening. "We really don't have funding at the moment," she said. We cannot provide this service without your support. Ridgewood High School Class of 1979 40th Reunion, Class of 1954 60th Year Reunion date change, Ridgewood High School Class Of 1992 20 Year Reunion, 50th Reunion--Friday night Jr. High Mini-reunions, (multiple event dates, click here for full details), We have the Ramsey Country Club for our venue on Thursday October 6th. October 6th, 2023 5:00pm The windowed Bathroom is wrapped in Italian marble, has a custom vanity, glass-enclosed shower and beautiful soaking tub with unobstructed views. There are no websites on file [42] The 1991 team, under coach Chuck Johnson, finished the season with an 8-3 record after defeating North Bergen High School by a score of 26-15 in the tournament final to win the North I Group IV state championship, the first ever for the Maroons in the playoff era. [58], The girls track team won the indoor track Group IV state championship in 1988, 1989, 2016 and 2019. Location and date are coming for the event. Please visit our website for details: http://rhs1977reunion.info​/. Get-Together at Cucina Biagio (7319 W. Lawrence Ave, Harwood Heights) Come join us for a casual get together with classmates. CAN244 1027 2nd aired on Chicago Access Network channel 19 on Saturday, August 6, 2011 (2011 08 06) and on Comcast Cable channel 19 on Thursdat, May 20, 2010. Come meet old friends, relive old memories and make new ones! Thursday evening attending a play in NY City is planned, and Friday there is a picnic at John McHugh's home in Ho-Ho-Kus. 6 PM to Midnight 50 Year Reunion Celebration Dinner To be held at the Harwood Heights Recreation Center, 7300 W. Wilson Ave, Harwood Heights. [5] The first freshman class started in 1983, and one grade was added per year, until the 19851986 school year, which was the first graduating class. In the 2013 spring season, the Maroons boys won the Bergen County Relays championship, Big North league championship, the Bergen County Team championship, (over perennial powerhouse Don Bosco Preparatory High School), and their fourth consecutive North I Group IV state sectional championship. I was bawling.". RIDGEWOOD HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1973 50TH REUNION. $99 per person for the Saturday party at the Sheraton Crossroads / Mahwah. We celebrate this heritage and recognize all of those who have attended Ridgewood School. Our Class Site is Fully Funded! RHS continued this success and won two state titles in Boys' Cross Country under then Coach Glenn Cable in 1991[11] and 1999. Please stay tuned to this website for regular communication and updates. The KIA memorial was created in honor of Donald Warren Bollman (class of 1964), Neil Joseph Cacciottolo (class of 1965) and James Chris Shukas (class of 1966), who were killed in action during the Vietnam War. We apologize for the inconvenience, but it is a larger room and will fit everyone a bit better. There will be over 60 people for this event so far!! Anthony J. Siciliano was on the steering committee. [67], The ice hockey team won the Handchen Cup in 1999 and the McMullen Cup in 2006. Sat. 6 PM Tour of Ridgewood High School Tour will begin at 6PM and last between 60 and 90 minutes. Log into see the event location and get directions. "[2] At one time a real ram was brought in as a mascot for sporting events who would soon be replaced by the present day Rocky the Ram. The colors orange and blue were adopted,[2] matching those of the University of Florida Gators. It will be in the. 1973 Ridgewood High School Yearbook 1972 Ridgewood High School Yearbook 1971 Ridgewood High School Yearbook 1969 Ridgewood High School Yearbook 1968 Ridgewood High School Yearbook 1965 Ridgewood High School Yearbook 1963 Ridgewood High School Yearbook 1962 Ridgewood High School Yearbook 1959 Ridgewood High School Yearbook Hribar, who hopes for more project management control, said, "I was concerned about the structural integrity from the very beginning." Tickets for the brunch are $35 per person. Class of 1972. The fact that you did this in a noncommercial manner in a world where everything has a price tag deserves recognition and respect, in my view. Below, you can download a list of our graduates in either chronological or alphabetical order, based on existing records. 6 PM - Tour of Ridgewood High School- Tour will begin at 6PM and last between 60 and 90 minutes. It sat on top of a dark base. ADD NEW The school was founded on August 22, 1978, as a junior high school with the intent of it becoming the third high school in western Pasco County. The Tampa Bay Times wrote, "The community is losing its traditional high school, with sports teams and bands and the spirit that comes with sending generations to it. [35] The 1952 team defeated Summit High School in the semifinals and moved on to beat Montclair 3-0 in the finals to win the overall state tennis title and finish the season undefeated. If you are not a member of our group, Ridgewood High School Class of 1971 50 Year Class Reunion, we encourage you to visit the site and request to join. [68], In 2007, the girls' indoor track and field were North I, Group IV state sectional champions, edging out East Orange Campus High School. If it fails again, nobody will believe in the concept," she said. REUNIONS, Your participation is requested! ", "Former Ridgewood soccer star Kelly Conheeney out to make a difference", "Ridgewood's Real Estate finds the right market", "Ridgewood native's love of comics takes him to The Infinite Horizon", "Ridgewood honors jazz great who went to RHS", "Sullivan: Former Ridgewood kicker Younghoe Koo pursuing NFL dream", "Jocelyn Mays to wed Alfred W. Lutter III", "Area students to compete in History Bowl and Bee in Ridgewood", Biographical Directory of the United States Congress, "Julia Meade Pays Nostalgic Visit To Ridgewood", "Michael Mercurio: From Ridgewood to Hollywood", "New Face: Richard Muenz A Baritone Aspiring to Be an Arthurian Legend in His Own Time; Follows 'Most Happy Fella'", "Helen K. Nearing, Maine Writer, Dies at 91", "Ridgewood's Senses Fail performs on the Warped Tour at PNC", "Tennis: Secret Sharer: O'Reilly Is Dead, but Her Gift Lives On; A Tennis-Playing Triplet Made Sure She Spent Her Life as More Than a Mere Curiosity", "Ridgewood rocks: A slew of hot indie bands have roots in Bergen town", September in the Rain: The Life of Nelson Riddle, "Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs: Who Is David Schenker? Ridgewood School welcomes you to the Alumni Community for alumni, as well as current and former faculty and staff members. Enter your Family News Item choosing from our pre-defined categories: In September of 1986, the high school became a four-year school with the addition of the Class of 1990 as freshmen. There were 22 students (1.2% of enrollment) eligible for free lunch and 14 (0.8% of students) eligible for reduced-cost lunch. Class of 2022. Approaching our 100th year of education, Ridgewood School has left and continues to leave, a lasting impression on our past and present students and their families. Cost for the evening is $75 per person and does not include beverages. [6] The building was designed by the architectural firm of Tracy and Swartwout, which also designed the Missouri State Capitol building. If you plan to attend this get-together, please indicate your intention on the Reunion Registration Form. [69] That year, the team came in 2nd nationally for the Shuttle Hurdle Relay; Although not running as fast as they did in 2007, the team came 1st in 2008 for the Shuttle Hurdles at the National Scholastic Indoor Championships. [19] In Newsweek's May 22, 2007 issue, ranking the country's top high schools, Ridgewood High School was listed in 549th place, the tenth-highest ranked school in New Jersey. High school in Bergen County, New Jersey, United States. "I don't want to lose sight of what this memorial is. ADD NEW Thank you and good luck in all your endeavors." Class of 1973. The base remains, but the top part, which had been made of glass, was shattered. There are no prayer requests Join us to see how the school has changed over the last 50 years! Thanks for inventing it all!" [64] The team, headed by Coach Mike Glynn since the 1970s (with the exception of a two-year break), has won multiple titles at the Bergen County Meet of Champions since the 1990s, earning Glynn recognition from The Record in 2010 as its Coach of the Decade. 8 PM to ??? Call Amy at 407 272 7362 or email to ajamisonstewart@gmil.com. restaurants, etc. [13][14] Ridgewood achieved success in both sports during the 1990s with victories at both the district and conference level. August 13, 2018. - Independent study assisting a local high school (Ridgewood, NJ) establish a televison production curriculum. Additional contributions are welcome From the newsroom to the courtroom to the golf course, Ridgewood alumni Jeffrey Angileri, class of 2002, Conrad Mallek, class of 1969 and Robert Augustine, class of 1964, are reflecting. Would you like a sneak peek at anon-functioning view of The Office? 9/14/2017, "We have been using the website for more than 10 years now. [82], Ridgewood High School's music department offers three orchestras, three choirs, three concert bands, a marching band, two jazz ensembles, and numerous small ensembles. Telephone:- 01384 818445. Wayne Bush ('70) started the planning for the reunion and began to contact fellow members from the class of 1970. Lottery, Retirement, Vacation, Wedding, Other. Post your messages here. For more information about the hotel and to reserve a room, CLICK HERE FOR HOTEL. The Wharf - 587 3rd Avenue (between 38th & 39th) - New York, NY. [64] Taro Shigenobu qualified for the Nike Cross Nationals in 2008, and was recognized by The Record as its runner of the year in 2009 and as part of its All-Decade team in 2010, joining Michael Cator, Byron Williams and Ari Zamir on its list of top Bergen County runners. We are so appreciative! Please read Our Story [31][32] The school was classified by the NJSIAA as Group V North for football for 20182020. VIEW ALL The glass portion has shattered, and that part of the memorial was removed before school began last month. The Ridgewood High School Maroons[3] compete in the Big North Conference, which is comprised of public and private high schools in Bergen and Passaic counties, and was established following a reorganization of sports leagues in Northern New Jersey by the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association. , 07450, 200 Tice Blvd The program's four state group titles are tied for tenth-most in the state. through Reunions Unlimited 1-732-617-1000, info@reunions-unlimited.com. [12] Ridgewood won the Class 3A state title in Fast-Pitch Softball in 1992, led by coach Marlyn Bavetta, defeating Berkeley Preparatory School by a score of 76. Hribar hopes those involved won't point fingers. In 2003, he retired after working for 35 years in the Pasco County School system. at the Sheraton, Mahwah. Cost is $15 per person, to be paid at the door for the pizza buffet. [16] The school was ranked 24th in the magazine's September 2006 issue, which included 316 schools across the state. Ridgewood High School Class Reunion Is Happening, Join the Class of 1973 50th Reunion Now! Glen Rock High School opened in September 1956 with only tenth graders, as those in eleventh and twelfth grades completed their education through graduation at Ridgewood High School. [65] In 2017, the Ridgewood Boys won their first Bergen Meet of Champions title since 2005 under coach Patrick Ryan, defeating Northern Valley Regional High School at Demarest, 88-94. Valentino-Barry welcomes suggestions via email at cbarry@ridgenet.org. [62] The 2009 team won the Group III title in 2009 with an 11-6 win against Shawnee in the finals. 11 AM 16th Annual Alumni Hall of Fame Brunch & Raffle To be held in the Ridgewood High School Cafeteria. Please support this site with your voluntary contributions. December 01, 2016. VIEW ALL, If you have any questions or comments Class of 2020. [47] In 2018, the team won their second North II Group V title with a 27-7 win against Montclair High School in the sectional finals. Park Ridge Marriott, 300 Brae Blvd, Park Ridge, NJ (near Ridgewood) 1-201-307-0800 Room rate $130 per night (mention RHS '63). 80% of Ridgewood High School students moved on to post-secondary education in 2004, the school reported. VIEW ALL BIOGRAPHIES. . At first, the Zydlo's were not completely on board to be on the reunion committee until Joe got an offer he could not refuse.. a "tool tray.". Entire event is July 17, 18 and 19th at Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, Sand Dunes Hotel at 74th Ave. N. The official Reunion Reception (with finger food buffet--you buy your own drinks) is Sat July 18th at 6pm. The boys team won the State Slalom Championship for the first time in program history. Karie Angell Luc is a freelance photographer and reporter for Pioneer Press. To reserve your spot & pay for the Saturday night dinner using a credit or debit card, click on the link above. This generous studio floor-plan offers floor-to-ceiling windows and is elegantly furnished with a luxurious king-sized bed, with leather headboard. [15], With its athletics program drawing to a close in 2018, the final games for Ridgewood's teams were marked by gatherings of former coaches and players for the last home baseball game on April 24. You can register & pay online or print the registration form and mail in by 04/15/22. Tickets must be purchased in advance through Kathy Balazs Berry.at Berrypk201@aol.com before June 15th, payment by June 24th. ClassTraQ 11.003 Software Copyright 2003 - 2017 Ridgewood Community High School Yearbook Class of 1973 87 images, 2015 students Ridgewood Community High School Yearbook Class of 1972 117 images, 2143 students, 60 faculty Ridgewood Community High School Yearbook Class of 1971 85 images, 1298 students Ridgewood Community High School Yearbook Class of 1970 130 images, 2507 students However, due to a rise COVID cases last summer and new restrictions put in place, we hit the pause button and rescheduled the reunion for April 29th and 30th of 2022. A Ridgewood High School memorial, which stood in honor of three former students who were killed in action in the Vietnam War, has been damaged. We'll kickoff the weekend with a Friday night get together at the Elks Lodge in Ridgewood. www.rhsclassof1979.org. Your gift honors and continues that tradition that has existed for almost a century. A high school building was established in 1895, and the school received formal recognition from the state as an approved high school. Thank You! We need a Class Administrator. Ridgewood (NJ) High School Class of 1973 50th Reunion Like Hribar, Petrakis said he had misgivings about the memorial's structure. "I am just absolutely devastated. Bravos. at this time. Ridgewood High School Class of 1967 Peter Debeer Ridgewood High School Class of 1967 Weissman Debra Ridgewood High School Class of 1986 Elizabeth Dee Ridgewood High School Class of 2015 Lynn Deg Ridgewood High School Class of 1988 Steven Degalbi Ridgewood High School Gre Degerdon Ridgewood High School Gregory Degerdon Ridgewood High School We're putting a spread sheet of our class members. [29] With 1,414 students in grades 10-12, the school was classified by the NJSIAA for the 201920 school year as Group IV for most athletic competition purposes, which included schools with an enrollment of 1,060 to 5,049 students in that grade range. "It wasn't even a year. . [43][44] In 2003, the football team defeated Morristown High School by a score of 35-6 in the NJSIAA North I Group IV title game at Giants Stadium. Competing in a group of 61 high schools in Citrus, Hernando, Hillsborough, Pasco and Pinellas counties, participating in 19 different sports, Ridgewood High School was recognized in 1992 as a winner of the fourth annual St. Petersburg Times All-Sports Championship, paced by state titles in boys cross country and softball. Ridgewood High School Class of '71 - RHS Class of 1971 Ridgewood High School Class of 1971 50 Year Reunion Celebration IS OFFICIALLY ON!