Eastern Christian School is excited to announce the hiring of EC alumnus (George) David Riley as IT support technician and JV basketball coach. A 2002 EC graduate, Mr. Riley received a bachelor’s in Video Production and Film from Five Towns College. He is an ordained minister and passionate about education, filmmaking, songwriting and basketball. He…
Cloud of Witnesses: Ralph Rypkema
Hebrews 11 lists a number of biblical characters who were commended for their faith. And in Hebrews 12, the author reveals that the purpose for publishing these short narratives was for our encouragement: “Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin…
Eastern Christian School is pleased to welcome Ben Carapezza as freshman/sophomore dean and high school math teacher. Mr. Carapezza received his Bachelor’s in Education and English from Seton Hall University, his master’s in Educational Leadership from American College of Education and a master’s in business administration from Rutgers University. He comes to Eastern Christian having…
After a four-year hiatus, Eastern Christian School is excited to re-welcome Mr. Jesse Struck back to the school community as Director of Academic and College Counseling. Mr. Struck holds a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Duquesne University and earned a master’s degree in School Counseling from Gwynedd-Mercy University. Having spent six years at Eastern Christian…
Cloud of Witnesses: Chela Owour
Hebrews 11 lists a number of biblical characters who were commended for their faith. And in Hebrews 12, the author reveals that the purpose for publishing these short narratives was for our encouragement: “Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin…
A half a mile away from Eastern Christian High School, a group of volunteers circle up on the retail floor of ditto. In just a minute, the doors will unlock and the upscale thrift store will be open for business. Located on Belmont Ave in North Haledon, the venture donates 90% of its profits to…
Cloud of Witnesses: Florence Nieuwenhuis
Hebrews 11 lists a number of biblical characters who were commended for their faith. And in Hebrews 12, the author reveals that the purpose for publishing these short narratives was for our encouragement: “Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin…
Mr. Daniel Cirone Appointed as High School Principal
Eastern Christian School is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Daniel Cirone as high school principal, starting July 1, 2022. Mr. Cirone has served in a number of roles at Fort Lee High School including AP/Honors English and Composition teacher, English Department Chair and Academic Council member. He has received multiple Coach of the…
2022 Senior Profiles: Henry Hagedoorn- Sacred Heart University
EC Senior: Henry Hagedoorn Year joined EC: Preschool Plans for next year: Sacred Heart University, Majoring in Health Science What do you love about Eastern Christian School? The community is unmatched and the christian values raised me to be the person I am today and shaped my worldview. Describe one of your favorite teachers and…