Education

Somerset Student Advances to National Scripps Spelling Bee

A Somerset student is heading to the national stage after an impressive performance at the Regional Scripps Spelling Bee.Yajur Subramaniam, a student at Cedar Hill Preparatory School, won the regional competition after competing against top spellers from Essex, Somerset, and Union counties at the South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC) in Orange, NJ.With the win, Yajur will advance to the Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington, D.C. this May, where students from across the country will...

Education

Mastery-Based Learning: What Somerset, NJ Parents Need to Know About Academic Excellence

"My daughter got a B in math last quarter, but I have no idea what she actually knows."It's a sentiment more parents are voicing — quietly, at school tours, over coffee. And it points to something worth examining. A B could mean a child mastered 80% of the material. It could also mean she struggled through the first three units, then excelled once the concepts finally clicked. The grade alone tells us very little.At Cedar Hill Preparatory School in Somerset, NJ, we've moved beyond that...

Home + Design

Smart Design, Beautiful Spaces

Michael Bruno traded spreadsheets for showrooms—transforming the kitchen remodeling experience through innovation, collaboration, and style. Article by Patti Zielinski | Photography by Cabinet IQ, Danielle Stio Photography Michael Bruno had reached a professional crossroads. After 25 years in corporate finance, he had built a successful career analyzing numbers and advising large organizations. Still, he felt drawn toward something more tangible—an entrepreneurial path that would allow him to...

Arts + Culture

The Art of Intentional Design

Creating a Calming Home Sanctuary Article and Photography by Cara Zamorski, HN, HWC In a fast-paced world, the home can be more than a place to sleep or store belongings. It can serve as a sanctuary—one that supports the nervous system, restores energy and reflects intentional living. For many North Jersey residents balancing busy careers, family life and full schedules, the home environment plays a critical role in overall well-being. As a holistic health coach, I often remind clients that...