Newark’s 2026-2027 school goals: AP growth, new programs, and serving as a model for other districts

By: Jessie Gómez

Outlets: Chalkbeat Newark

Published: August 25, 2026

Words: 1,010

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 3 days ago

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The first day of school for Newark students is two weeks away, and Superintendent Roger León’s goals for the year are aimed at improving student achievement, boosting literacy and writing skills, and growing enrollment in advanced classes.

León shared his goals for the new year with school board members during Saturday’s annual …

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