Chestnut Ridge Middle School recently demonstrated its support for Autism Awareness as students and staff donned blue and gathered for a schoolwide show of unity. The activity showed acceptance, kindness, and support for the neurodivergent community while bolstering the school’s Razorback Respect culture. “This is a positive campus effort to tie student involvement to empathy, awareness and a shared responsibility for the middle school community,” said the update to families.

Q1. Tell me about the culture of Chestnut Ridge Middle School?

Ans. Recognition programs and schoolwide expectations are used at Chestnut Ridge Middle School to promote Razorback Respect, daily responsibility and positive student behavior.

Q2. Are there any student activities at Chestnut Ridge Middle School?

Ans. Chestnut Ridge Middle School offers clubs, athletics, student events, music and interest-based activities to help students get involved outside of academics.

Q3. How does Chestnut Ridge Middle School acknowledge student effort?

Ans. Chestnut Ridge Middle School recognizes students with monthly honors, character recognition, and school celebrations that focus on effort, leadership and positive choices.

Q4. Does Chestnut Ridge Middle School belong to a larger district pathway?

Ans. Chestnut Ridge Middle School is a part of Washington Township Public Schools and provides a clear path for students into the district’s high school program.

Q5. What should families know about the facilities at Chestnut Ridge Middle School?

Ans. Chestnut Ridge Middle School is in a suburban setting where students have the independence of middle grades but are still linked to district routines.