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Link’s K-4 scholars had a fantastic time at the annual Fall Festival, thanks to our partners from the Greater Newark Conservancy, Food Corps NJ, and Link staff. This was a fun educational experience, with our students visiting several stations in the Garden Classroom. They learned about urban animals, the life cycle of pumpkins, tasted different […]

Fourteen LCCS 8th grade scholars were chosen to participate in Novartis’ Teen Corporate Mentoring Program recently, an annual event that gives middle and high school students – over 150 students from 30 schools – exposure to the pharmaceutical industry through speakers, workshops, and collaborative projects. Participants heard from Junior Achievement, which emphasized the importance of […]

On Thursday, October 18, our Grade 5-8 Halsey Campus proudly kicked off Hispanic Heritage Month with two dynamic speakers who inspired and empowered our school community. Newark’s Deputy Mayor of Community Engagement, Jacqueline Mercado-Quiles, and Public Service Leader Stephanie Pabon’s messages highlighted the importance of community, giving back to others, valuing education, and recognizing the […]

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, scholars at Penn enjoyed watching La Marinera Norteňa, a traditional Peruvian partner dance that reenacts a courtship and is often performed with handkerchiefs and filled with playful, romantic movements. Two talented performers, Prescila (15) and Matthew (13), who have been dancing for 8 years and who compete in worldwide competitions, shared […]

Linkers are back to school! First day excitement! First day jitters for some! A really great start to the new school year at our Penn and Halsey Campuses. So excited that Link is now a full K – 8 school, with the addition of 4th grade. And rolling out the theme for the year – […]

Building on a decades-long tradition, Link teachers and staff engaged in the annual retreat with longtime partner, Project U.S.E., to prepare themselves for the important work ahead. Through activities and conversations, they built personal connections, focused on mission delivery, and challenged themselves to work collaboratively through obstacles and challenges, all the while focusing on driving positive student outcomes and […]

Link teachers and staff are back at school, diligently and enthusiastically preparing for the new academic year! Since August 18, they have been actively participating in meetings on procedures, school culture, and expectations, as well as a day-long retreat at a NJ shore location to focus on team-building and community. Next up: subject area “boot […]

Fifty-three Link scholars graduated from 8th grade in a lovely ceremony on June 20, 2025. This event marks a significant milestone in their educational journey as they prepare to transition to competitive high schools. We are excited to see them take this next step and are confident in their ability to thrive in their new […]

At Link’s Science Expo, students displayed the results of their science projects. Lower House students created class projects over time in Ms. Boyle’s class with students from the Gifted and Talented Program (grades 6-8) on hand to assist our younger students. Many Linkers brought in projects, showing great curiosity about science and creativity in displaying […]

We are excited to share that Hannah Kennedy was interviewed on “New Jersey Now” on My9TV. She responded to questions from show host Mark Bonamo on Link’s programming, NJSLA test scores and record growth, preparing our scholars for high school, providing exposures and opportunities beyond the classroom, and more.   The filming was arranged by the New Jersey Public […]