Superintendent

Dear Families and Students,

I am writing to update the RBR community on our progress toward restoring normal building operations and to outline plans for next week.

Although significant progress has been made in repairing the damage caused by the burst pipe in our main building, more remediation work is required to safely welcome staff and students back for regular instruction. Repairs require sections of drywall, insulation, and related materials to be opened, removed, and thoroughly dried to prevent further structural damage and potential environmental health risks. Red Bank Regional administrators and maintenance staff, along with qualified mitigation experts, are working diligently to reopen the building as quickly and safely as possible. 

Red Bank Regional will continue using remote instruction on Tuesday, February 17th, and Wednesday, February 18th. While we are hopeful that a resumption of normal operations is possible for the second half of next week, families and students should be prepared for the possibility that remote instruction may continue through Friday, February 20. We will continue to provide updates as remediation work progresses and more definitive information becomes available.

Please refer to the updated remote instruction plan for details regarding class schedules, technology assistance, and student support services. Athletics will continue with minor schedule adjustments, and coaches will communicate any changes through their usual channels. Please continue to use the regular communication process to address any concerns or questions. Adjustments have also been made to some events scheduled for next week; additional details will be shared separately.

I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to our students, families, and staff for their continued support and cooperation. We are especially grateful to our staff for their professionalism and flexibility in making the rapid adjustments necessary to implement remote instruction. We are also proud of our students for the maturity and dedication they have shown in staying engaged with their schoolwork during this time.

Have a great weekend everyone.

Sincerely,

Louis B. Moore

Estimadas Familias y Estudiantes:

Les escribo para actualizar a la comunidad de RBR sobre nuestro progreso hacia la restauración de las operaciones normales en el edificio y para compartir los planes para la próxima semana.

Aunque se ha logrado un progreso significativo en la reparación de los daños causados por la tubería rota en nuestro edificio principal, aún se requieren trabajos adicionales de remediación para poder recibir de manera segura al personal y a los estudiantes para la instrucción regular. Las reparaciones requieren abrir, retirar y secar completamente secciones de paneles de yeso (drywall), aislamiento y materiales relacionados, con el fin de prevenir daños estructurales adicionales y posibles riesgos para la salud ambiental. Los administradores y el personal de mantenimiento de Red Bank Regional, junto con expertos calificados en mitigación, están trabajando diligentemente para reabrir el edificio lo más pronto y de la manera más segura posible.

Red Bank Regional continuará con la instrucción remota el martes 17 de febrero y el miércoles 18 de febrero. Aunque tenemos la esperanza de reanudar las operaciones normales durante la segunda mitad de la próxima semana, las familias y los estudiantes deben estar preparados para la posibilidad de que la instrucción remota continúe hasta el viernes 20 de febrero. Seguiremos proporcionando actualizaciones a medida que avancen los trabajos de remediación y se disponga de información más definitiva.

Por favor, consulten el plan actualizado de instrucción remota para obtener detalles sobre los horarios de clases, la asistencia tecnológica y los servicios de apoyo estudiantil. Los deportes continuarán con pequeños ajustes en el calendario, y los entrenadores comunicarán cualquier cambio a través de sus canales habituales. Les pedimos que continúen utilizando el proceso regular de comunicación para atender cualquier inquietud o pregunta. También se han realizado ajustes a algunos eventos programados para la próxima semana; se compartirán detalles adicionales por separado.

Deseo expresar mi más sincero agradecimiento a nuestros estudiantes, familias y personal por su continuo apoyo y cooperación. Estamos especialmente agradecidos con nuestro personal por su profesionalismo y flexibilidad al realizar los ajustes rápidos necesarios para implementar la instrucción remota. Asimismo, nos sentimos orgullosos de nuestros estudiantes por la madurez y dedicación que han demostrado al mantenerse comprometidos con su trabajo escolar durante este tiempo.

Que tengan un excelente fin de semana.

Atentamente,

Louis B. Moore

Dear Families and Students,

On Sunday, a burst pipe caused damage to a significant number of classrooms and other spaces in our main building that require immediate remediation and repair. The scope of work mandates the use of industrial drying equipment, air movers, and dehumidifiers that generate elevated noise levels and limit access to the impacted areas. The presence of students and staff would pose safety concerns and also limit the effectiveness of the remediation efforts.

Red Bank Regional administrators and maintenance staff, alongside qualified mitigation experts, continue to work diligently to resume normal school operations as soon as possible. In compliance with Department of Education guidelines, Red Bank Regional will remain closed on Wednesday, February 11. 

For February 12th and 13th, we will shift to remote instruction, with the early dismissal schedule for Friday continuing as planned. We will update the community further on Friday afternoon on whether further remote instruction will be needed for the week of February 17th when school resumes after the President's Day holiday. At present, we anticipate that the current district calendar will remain unchanged. 

Please see the updated remote instruction plan for information on class schedules, technology assistance, and student support services. Athletics will continue with minor schedule changes and coaches will communicate any changes through their usual channels. Please continue to use the regular communication process to address concerns and ask questions.

We appreciate everyone’s patience and cooperation as we work to resume normal building operations as quickly as possible.

Sincerely,

Louis B. Moore

Estimadas familias y estudiantes:

El domingo, una tubería reventada causó daños en un número significativo de salones de clase y otros espacios en nuestro edificio principal que requieren remediación y reparación inmediatas. El alcance del trabajo exige el uso de equipos industriales de secado, ventiladores de aire y deshumidificadores que generan niveles elevados de ruido y limitan el acceso a las áreas afectadas. La presencia de estudiantes y personal representaría riesgos de seguridad y también limitaría la eficacia de los esfuerzos de remediación.

Los administradores y el personal de mantenimiento de Red Bank Regional, junto con expertos calificados en mitigación, continúan trabajando diligentemente para reanudar las operaciones escolares normales lo antes posible. En cumplimiento con las pautas del Departamento de Educación, Red Bank Regional permanecerá cerrado el miércoles 11 de febrero.

Para los días 12 y 13 de febrero, pasaremos a instrucción remota, manteniéndose según lo planificado el horario de salida temprana del viernes. Actualizaremos a la comunidad el viernes por la tarde para informar si será necesaria más instrucción remota durante la semana del 17 de febrero, cuando la escuela se reanude después del feriado del Día de los Presidentes. En este momento, anticipamos que el calendario actual del distrito permanecerá sin cambios.

Por favor, consulte el plan actualizado de instrucción remota para obtener información sobre los horarios de clases, asistencia tecnológica y servicios de apoyo para los estudiantes. El atletismo continuará con cambios menores en el horario, y los entrenadores comunicarán cualquier cambio a través de sus canales habituales. Continúe utilizando el proceso regular de comunicación para expresar inquietudes y hacer preguntas.

Agradecemos la paciencia y cooperación de todos mientras trabajamos para reanudar las operaciones normales del edificio lo más rápido posible.

Atentamente,

Louis B. Moore

Dear Red Bank Regional Families and Students,

Legally and morally, Red Bank Regional High School is obligated to provide a safe and supportive learning environment for all students, regardless of immigration status. New Jersey law provides strong protections for immigrant students, and we are fully committed to upholding them. This includes strict limits on any interaction between federal immigration agencies and students while they are on school grounds, in transit to and from school, or participating in any school-sponsored activities.

Last year, the New Jersey Department of Education released updated guidance outlining the rights of immigrant students and their families. We will continue to work with community leaders and organizations to do all we can to assist families. As always, RBR teachers, counselors, and administrators are available to assist any student who may be dealing with hardship and distress. If you have any questions or concerns about these issues or how we are handling them at school, please reach out to us at  at lmoore@rbrhs.org or ntimpone@rbrhs.org. Dr. Moore’s desk phone is 732-842-8000, ext. 247. 

Below are links to organizations and resources that may be helpful for RBR families. We will continue to update this list on our website.

Sincerely,

Louis B. Moore
Superintendent

Nicholas Timpone
Principal

https://njpsa.org/protecting-the-rights-of-undocumented-students

https://www.njspotlightnews.org/2025/01/nj-education-department-school-guidance-protecting-immigrant-students-from-ice-while-complying-with-law/

https://afsc.org/programs/new-jersey-immigrant-rights

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Dear Families and Students,

I am writing to let you know that Dr. Peter Righi will be serving as interim Principal of Red Bank Regional following Mr. Clark’s departure on August 31.

Dr. Righi brings a wealth of experience as both a teacher and administrator. Before retiring in 2019, he served as Superintendent of Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School. More recently stepped in as interim principal in both Wall and Edison.

His background, educational philosophy, and deep knowledge of New Jersey public schools make him a great fit for RBR at this time.

The length of Dr. Righi’s service will depend on the outcome of our search for a new permanent principal. I will share more details about that process soon. See you soon.

Sincerely,

Louis B. Moore
Superintendent

Dear Community,

Following Julius Clark’s recent announcement that he has accepted the position of Assistant Superintendent of Student Support for Trenton Public Schools, I want to share the steps we are taking to ensure a strong and successful start to the school year and to outline the process for appointing a new principal at Red Bank Regional.

Here are the key updates:

• Mr. Clark will continue in his current role through August 31. This will allow him to complete essential planning and preparations to help launch the school year on solid ground.
   

• I will recommend the appointment of an Acting Principal at the August 20 Board of Education meeting. This step ensures consistent and steady leadership for the start of school while allowing the search for a permanent principal to proceed.
   

• A timeline and process for selecting RBR’s next permanent principal will be developed and shared early this fall. Red Bank Regional is an exceptional school, and we are committed to employing a thoughtful, inclusive search that engages all stakeholders and results in the appointment of an experienced and highly qualified school leader.
   

While we will certainly miss Julius and are grateful for his service to RBR, I am confident in the strength of our team and our ability to guide the district through this transition. The work of planning, preparing, and moving our school forward will continue with clarity, purpose, and determination. Our goal is to plan for a successful school year that ensures every student can fully benefit and take full advantage of the exceptional resources and opportunities available at RBR.

I look forward to welcoming everyone back next month. Until then, enjoy the rest of the summer!

Sincerely,

Louis B. Moore

Superintendent