Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District

Serving the Communities of Bridgewater Township and Raritan Borough

Dear Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District,

As we approach the holiday season, I want to pause and express my gratitude during this special time of year. I hope you and your family are well and can take a moment to focus on what truly matters: our relationships with others in our family and community.

I feel incredibly fortunate to be part of the Bridgewater-Raritan community, filled with talented students, dedicated faculty, and supportive families. With nearly 8,000 students in Bridgewater-Raritan, we are not just a school district; we are a community with a collective bond focused on high standards and uplifting everyone who walks through our doors.

While we will always encounter challenges, let’s remember to focus on the good around us and seize opportunities to create a positive impact on others. By supporting our students and each other, we can amplify the benefits of our school district for everyone.

Please take a moment to read the happenings around our district, and please download our App, which will provide you with valuable updates as we enter the winter.

Best Regards,

Robert Beers

Superintendent of Schools

District Testing Report

On Tuesday, October 29, Jason Mauriello, Director of 21st Century Learning and Data Analysis, presented a progress report on Bridgewater-Raritan students at the Board of Education meeting. His report summarized the results of standardized testing for the 2023-2024 school year, highlighting several key achievements:

Academic Performance: Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District (BRRSD) exceeded state averages in every subject area and grade level.
Graduation Success: Bridgewater-Raritan High School (BRHS) notably increased the four-year graduation rate, rising from 93% to 97%.
PSAT Participation: Student participation in the PSAT increased significantly.
Advanced Placement Growth: Enrollment in AP courses rose by 13% for the 2024-2025 school year, and BRHS earned a place on the AP 2024 School Honor Roll for its commitment to AP exam participation and performance.

These results reflect the dedication of our educators and the strength of our academic programs, which continue to support student success. Congratulations to our entire educational team for fostering high achievement and growth across critical areas.

A link to the report can be found here:

Copy of 2023-24 BRRSD Standardized Assessment BOE Presentation Part 2

Basilone Complex Rededication Ceremony

On Friday, October 25, at 5 p.m., the Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District Board of Education hosted a rededication and ribbon-cutting ceremony commemorating the newly renovated John Basilone Memorial Field Complex.

The celebration signaled the completion of phase one of the Basilone Complex renovation project, which is part of the district-wide referendum. Phase one of the project included the replacement of the home bleachers and the renovation of the fieldhouse, parking lot, and pathways.

The ceremony on October 25 culminated with unveiling a new monument dedicated to John Basilone, who hailed from Raritan and was donated to the school district in 2022 by the Disabled Veterans of New Jersey.

This event brought the entire community together to celebrate the rededication of a critical area heavily used for district and youth athletic programs. The district’s investment in this facility will ensure that Basilone Field remains a centerpiece in the community for the next generation.

Halloween Treats

There were plenty of treats in the form of creative and attractive costumes when the seven primary schools in the Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District held their annual Halloween parades on Thursday, October 31.

Dorothy in Wonderland lands on the Middle School stage

A team of 47 Bridgewater-Raritan Middle School students--33 actors and 14 stage crew members--will take center stage on Friday, November 15, when they present Dorothy in Wonderland.

The performance, under co-directors Olivia Matko and Carla Fernandez, will begin at 7 p.m. Auditorium doors at the Middle School will open at 6:30 p.m.

Tickets for the show are $8, while citizens 65 years or older and children under age 5 are admitted free. The box office for tickets are available on the night of the performance only.

Facing the Opioid Crisis: Not an Easy Fix

BRRHS Partners with Not An Easy Fix for Student Awareness and Action

On October 29 and 30, Bridgewater-Raritan High School students attended impactful assemblies hosted by Not An Easy Fix, a nonprofit organization dedicated to addressing the opioid epidemic and fentanyl crisis. The assembly aimed to:

Educate and raise awareness about the opioid and fentanyl crisis
Advocate for action to combat the stigma associated with addiction
Provide resources for the prevention and recovery of substance use disorder

Speakers Jack and Ellen Rannells, founders of Not An Easy Fix and parents of Jackson Rannells, who tragically lost his life to addiction in 2021, shared their journey and insights.

This program was presented in collaboration with the Bridgewater Community Alliance, a community-based organization that partners with the School District to promote the health and wellness of our students.

Middle School Groundbreaking Ceremony

On Tuesday, October 29, the Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District Board of Education conducted a groundbreaking ceremony for the 6th grade middle school wing. Fences are up, and construction will commence on the facility set for completion in August 2026.

Last August, the Bennett Company, Inc. was awarded the bid to build the Middle School addition for $13,680,000.00. This critical addition will encompass 25,000 square feet and include 18 classrooms, including three science labs.

The addition of this middle school wing is a significant component of the district referendum, resulting in full-day kindergarten and the move of sixth-grade students to the middle school for SY 2026-2027.

Welcome Our New App!!

The Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District has a new app! We encourage all families to download the app by using the QR Code below or the link provided HERE. Keep yourself informed of the most up-to-date happenings at your child's school.