The BRICK Times Vol. 24 - No. 7
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June 22, 2024
Photos courtesy VisionTech Athletes took to the field to compete in the annual Brick vs. Brick games. By Alyssa Riccardi BRICK – On the surface, it may look like a normal kickball game. But the Unified Sports teams at Brick Schools are actively advocating for inclusion, acceptance, fun, friendship, and most importantly, love. The Unified Sports Teams at both Brick Memorial High School and Brick Township High School are changing the world “one kickball game at a
time,” the district said. This year, the BTHS Dragons had the highest t ur nout with 23 Athletes and 24 Partners. Gathering weekly to practice, new friendships were made – showing what unified is all about. “Unified Sports continues to be a wonderful experience for both our student partners and athletes as ou r Dragons continue to embody our school’s vision of an inclusive
school community,” BTHS Principal David Kasyan said. The BMHS Mustangs
raising and using the money for the first ever Unified Sports Award & Scholarship. In addition, BMHS students promoted inclusion by decorating classroom doors in the building to display the message of inclusion and acceptance. They also par ticipated in the Local POAC Walk with Team Alex as well as the Annual Step Up For The Arc Walk with Team Brick Schools, raising awareness towards all developmental (Unified Sports See Page 4)
Coaches and partners supported the athletes.
Photo by Judy Smestad-Nunn Hundreds of trees once stood on the side of the Garden State Parkway where there is now a detention basin. By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK - When the Garden State Parkway was widened near Interchange 91, residents living in a nearby condominium complex said the project has negatively impacted their standard of living and even their health. The project, which ran from 2014 to its completion in 2017, was designed to im-
prove safety by restor i ng f u ll-w idt h shoulders, improving sight distances and removing obstructions between mileposts 83 and 100. Part of the improvements for the roadway included creating a drainage basin in the median near Interchange 91, which was clear cut, and as a result, the homes at
(Parkway - See Page 4)
First Responders Celebrated For Couarage
Photo by Stephanie Faughnan EMTs Ross Caruso and Evan LaValle, alongside Lakewood Police Officers Kevin Jacobs and Joseph Rusk with Senator Carmen Amato, Ocean County Prosecutor Brad Billhimer, and 200 Club of Ocean Trustees.
By Stephanie Faughnan TOMS RIVER - The 200 Club of Ocean County shone a light on bravery and dedication at their 35th Annual Awards Reception. Over two dozen local fi rst responders and a Berkeley councilman
received recognition for their courage and unwavering commitment to the safety of Ocean County residents. The evening began with the Ocean County Sheriff’s Department’s Color Guard presenting the colors. Ocean
Cou nt y P rose cut or Bradley Billhimer, the county’s chief law enforcement officer, was among the officials who acknowledged the contributions of the honorees. Senator Carmen Amato (R-9) presented resolutions to the award recipients on behalf of
the state legislature. Valor In The Face Of Danger Sgt. Paul Bachovchin of the Manchester Police Department stood out for his courageous actions during a tense standoff with an armed, (200 Club- See Page 5)
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