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New graduation plan: One ceremony

The plan to hold two graduation ceremonies for the Memorial High School Class of 2020 has been changed.

The plan provided for two ceremonies on Thursday, July 23 — one at 5pm and one at 7pm, each with about 100 students and parents, socially distanced.

In response to appeals from members of the class, the school district has developed a new plan that will enable all students and some parents to attend a single ceremony, at 7pm. Other family members will not be able to attend.

Two new COVID-19 cases. Transmission rate hits 1.0.

The Camden County Department of Health reported today that a male in his 20s and a female in her 60s, both Haddonfield residents, have contracted the coronavirus, COVID-19. This brings the total number of confirmed cases for Haddonfield to 66, with six fatalities.

In Camden County, the total number of cases stands at 8,311, with 514 deaths. For New Jersey, 176,501 cases with 13,691 confirmed deaths and an additional 1,974 probable deaths.

Of particular concern is the news today that the transmission rate in New Jersey has hit a key threshold: 1.0. (A transmission rate of 1.0 means that, on average, each new case will produce one additional new case. When the transmission rate falls below 1,0, it’s a good sign. When it rises above 1.0, it’s cause for concern.)

Statistics for Haddonfield, Camden County, and New Jersey are updated on Haddonfield[dot]Today each week day.

COVID-19: Camden County passes two “grim” milestones

The Camden County Department of Health reported today that the number of cases of COVID-19 in the county is now above the 8,000 mark, and the number of deaths attributed to the coronavirus exceeds 500.

Freeholder Director Louis Cappelli, Jr. released the following statement:

“This pandemic has been marked by one grim milestone after another. Today, we announce with a heavy heart the loss of 22 additional Camden County residents, bringing our total number of victims to over 500.

“The toll of this pandemic has been absolutely devastating. Hundreds of families in our community have been torn apart by this virus, and news from around the country raises fears that we will continue to face additional loss of life in the weeks and months ahead.

“The only way to prevent this from happening is to continue following the guidance of public health officials. Wear a mask, social distance, avoid large gatherings, and stay home if you are sick.

“This fight has not been easy, and it is not getting easier, but we can win the war against this virus if we work together and individually take responsibility for the health and wellbeing of those around us.”

Key stats for Haddonfield, Camden County, and New Jersey are updated each weekday on Haddonfield[dot]Today, under the COVID-19 header.

Female in 20s tests positive

The Camden County Department of Health reported today that a Haddonfield female in her 20s has been confirmed positive with the novel coronavorus, COVID-19.

The addition of this case brings the Haddonfield tally to 64 confirmed cases, with 6 fatalities.

Stats for Haddonfield are updated each weekday on Haddonfield[dot]Today, under the COVID-19 header.

Video: Racism in Education (a town hall)

On June 29, 2020, the Haddonfield School District hosted an online Town Hall on Racism in Education – how race affects the experience of students (current and alumni), faculty, staff, and community members in Haddonfield schools.

The district’s goal was to hear about the experiences of the community, and ask questions that will guide the district in its future work. 

The meeting was led by Dr. Shelley Zion, Professor of Urban Education at Rowan University. Dr. Zion has been working with district administrators, teachers, and staff for two years.

More than 100 people attended the online meeting, a video of which may be viewed on the School District’s YouTube site, HERE.

Zoning Board to meet

The Haddonfield Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet, courtesy of Zoom, on Tuesday, July 21 at 7:30pm.

You can join the meeting HERE.

The meeting ID is 892 4091 1514.

Password: 593680

The agenda, when finalized, may be accessed HERE.

Planning Board to meet

The Haddonfield Planning Board will meet, courtesy of Zoom, on Tuesday, July 7 at 7:30pm.

Join the meeting HERE.

The meeting ID is 892 4091 1514.

Password: 593680

The agenda, when finalized, may be accessed HERE.

Summer Reading Challenge

The theme of this year’s national Summer Reading Challenge at public libraries is “Imagine Your Story” – a celebration of fantasy, mythology, and fairy tales.

The Haddonfield Public Library suggests that this summer is the perfect year to visit a land far, far away. 

The fun will begin on Monday, July 6. The library will be using Beanstack to manage the challenge, and is offering “lots of great prizes.”

For more information and to sign up, visit Beanstack HERE.