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Newark’s charter schools are thriving with bilingual students who’re outperforming peers, as families embrace Spanish and Portuguese through the Newark Common App. Meanwhile, Symphony Hall kicks off “Africa on Stage” — a month-long arts festival culminating in the electrifying “FELA! The Concert.” Advocates push hard for New Jersey’s Polluters Pay Act to hold fossil fuel companies accountable for climate damage, sparking debate over energy costs. A vibrant public art movement is transforming overlooked neighborhoods with murals spotlighting local women and girls, boosting pride and creativity. And Newark Public Schools hit a historic low in chronic absenteeism at 8.5%, thanks to new attendance strategies — though homeless students still need more support.

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