Washington Township Middle School Students Represent District at Annual Gloucester County Eighth-Grade Dialogue
 

For Immediate Release
March 12, 2025

Washington Township representatives in the annual Gloucester County Eighth-Grade Dialogue pose with their principals to commemorate the event. They include (left to right): Chestnut Ridge eighth-grader Aurelia Mattera and Principal Theresa Pietrowski, Bunker Hill eighth-grader Isabella Rippert and Principal Allison Egizi, and Orchard Valley eighth-grader Aubree Longwell and Principal Kayla Berry.

WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP - The Gloucester County School Boards Association proudly celebrates the outstanding participation of Aurelia Mattera of Chestnut Ridge Middle School, Isabella Rippert of Bunker Hill Middle School, and Aubree Longwell of Orchard Valley Middle School at the annual Eighth-Grade Dialogue event. Held on March 6, 2025, at Paulsboro High School, this event provided a platform for exceptional students to engage in meaningful discussions about the future of education.

Each year, middle schools throughout Gloucester County select one eighth-grade student to represent their school and contribute to the dialogue. These students are recognized within their school communities as inquisitive, actively involved, and passionate agents of change. This year, Aurelia, Isabella, and Aubree demonstrated these qualities with distinction.

During the event, the students shared their perspectives on the current status of education, offered insightful ideas for improving school climate and culture initiatives, and discussed their vision for the future of learning. Their thoughtful contributions reflected a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing their schools and the broader educational landscape.

The Gloucester County School Boards Association congratulates Aurelia Mattera, Isabella Rippert, and Aubree Longwell on their remarkable achievements and thanks them for their valuable contributions to the Eighth-Grade Dialogue. Their dedication and leadership are a testament to the bright future of education in Gloucester County.

About the Gloucester County School Boards Association:
The Gloucester County School Boards Association is dedicated to supporting and advocating for public education in Gloucester County. The association provides resources, training, and opportunities for collaboration among school boards to ensure that all students have access to a high-quality education.

Isabella Rippert, Aurelia Mattera, and Aubree Longwell stand by their name tags during the Gloucester County Eighth-Grade Dialogue at Paulsboro High School.

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