Ridge High School — School Calendar 2026-27

All senior parents and families are invited to join us for an informational evening presentation about planning for post-secondary pathways, including a Q&A session with our school counselors. This presentation includes important details for the fall college admissions application cycle. The presentation will be recorded for families who cannot attend the presentation live, and the recording will be posted on our website after the event.Click here for the event flyer.

Presenter: Lisa FordThis program will give an overview of what a family should do when their loved one turns 18. We will cover topics like, DDD, guardianship, transition, college programs etc. and then discuss how to navigate through each of these systems and many more. Lisa Ford is the Director of The Arc of New Jersey Family Institute. Lisa’s vision for the Family Institute has resulted in the program becoming the “Go To Place” for information for families caring for a loved one with intellect

This event features a professional financial aid presenter from the Higher Education Student Assistance Authority of New Jersey (HESAA). Financial Aid Night provides an overview of the financial aid process, grants, scholarships, and loans including how to apply for federal and state financial aid. Electronic copies of materials will be posted to the counseling website. This event is co-sponsored by the Ridge HS and Bernards HS Counseling Departments. It is a long standing tradition that Ridge H

Students and parents are welcome to join us for our college fair hosted at Ridge High School for a chance to meet with over 100 college and university admissions representatives. Colleges from across the country will be visiting. Detailed information including a list of attending schools will be posted on our webpage closer to the date, on the College Visits & Workshops page. This event is co-sponsored by the Bernards HS and Ridge HS Counseling Departments.Click here for the event flyer.

Presenter: Justine Brancato During this session, Justine will provide an overview of Support Coordination, explain the role of the Support Coordinator, and help families better understand how to navigate New Jersey's adult service system. Justine Brancato, MAT, BCBA, is the Co-Founder and Support Coordinator Supervisor of NJ Support Services, an agency established in 2018 to help bridge the gap between school-aged services and adult supports for individuals with intellectual and development

Presenter: Stan Layton The presentation is going to be a review of the court process to obtain guardianship of an adult individual, with a focus on parents with students who have recently turned, or will soon turn, 18. We will also cover what happens after a guardianship is granted. Stan Layton graduated from New York Law School in 1983; worked in private practice until 1995 at which point he accepted the position of Deputy Surrogate in Somerset County where he has remained since. 

All families of current juniors are encouraged to join us and learn about planning forpost-high school pathways including learning the critical steps necessary for successful college admissions planning. Specific planning steps for juniors will be presented, in addition to a Q&A session with our school counselors. The presentation will be recorded for families who cannot attend the presentation live, and the recording will be posted on our website after the event.Click here for the event fly

Presenter: Donald Brown Don Brown has been in the financial services industry for more than 30 years. He has been recognized as an industry leader in both personal production and management. Educating individuals and families on how to properly plan for dependents with special needs is a primary focus of Don’s practice. He has volunteered for more than 20 years with Camp Fatima of New Jersey, an all-volunteer camp for individuals with developmental challenges. Don is a graduate of Rutgers U

All families of current sophomores are encouraged to join us and learn about planning for post-high school pathways, and relevant topics for sophomore year, including navigating Naviance, exploring career options, and planning for standardized testing (SAT/ACT/PSAT). Join the counselors for Q&A following the presentation about what to expect in your junior and senior years, as well as current trends in college admissions & post-secondary planning. The presentation will be recorded for fa

Presenter: LeeAnn Gattorno  During this session, LeeAnn will provide an overview of day program options and help families better understand what to consider when planning for life after high school. LeeAnn Gattorno is the Owner of Lifting Adults with Guidance, a New Jersey Day Habilitation program dedicated to empowering adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through individualized supports, community engagement, and meaningful life experiences. She began her career as

This will be an opportunity for service providers, agencies, and organizations to highlight the services they offer for teens and young adults with disabilities. This event will be free and open to anyone including: students, parents, clinicians, case managers and others looking to explore transition options for their student(s). Attendees are guaranteed a wealth of information and knowledge about post-high school options for young adults with disabilities.

Co-sponsored by the School Counseling and Child Study Team members, this presentation provides an overview of important college transition information for families of students with IEPs or 504 plans. The presentation will be recorded for families who cannot attend the presentation live, and the recording will be posted on our website after the event.Click here for the event flyer.