Brielle School Board Addresses Budget and Student Support Programs

The Brielle School Board meeting centered on the 2024 school year budget presentation, plans for student grief support programs, and updates on district operations and curriculum. No public questions were raised following the budget presentation, which included a discussion of anticipated revenues and expenditures for the upcoming year. The board also addressed various educational initiatives and community involvement efforts.

The budget for the 2024-2025 school year was a primary focus, with a presentation outlining the expected revenues and key areas of increased expenditure. The local tax levy, constituting the majority of the revenue, is set to increase by $22,330. This increase is aimed at supporting regular and special education tuition, employee benefits, health and dental insurance, transportation, and building maintenance needs. Notably, the board members queried the substantial hikes in employee benefits and special education costs. The unexpected increase in state aid, attributed to security aid and extraordinary aid, was also a point of discussion. The necessity to anticipate potential fluctuations in state aid was emphasized during the budget discourse.

The meeting progressed with committee reports, starting with District Operations, which shared news from the Manasquan Board of Education about the appointment of a new superintendent and the search for a Manasquan High School Vice Principal. Curriculum and Programs touched on forthcoming standardized tests, field trips, and the 30-year anniversary of a time capsule. The committee also mentioned the plans to commemorate Monmouth County’s 250th anniversary and presented initiatives to foster hope and healing after a student’s loss.

In support of student well-being, the board highlighted the introduction of a grief support program, designed in collaboration with local professionals. The success of a Lead University assembly aimed at energizing students was acknowledged, alongside plans for cyber safety programs and professional development in special education and curriculum software. These initiatives align with the board’s objectives to enhance student safety and emotional health.

Further updates from the policy committee included the completion of a thorough vetting process for board policies, while the community relations committee celebrated the involvement in community events such as the North versus South games and the Missoula traveling theater. Administrative reports featured the second annual pickle bowl tournament and a readathon sliming event for students who met their reading goals. The upcoming standardized testing and the retirement of Mr. Savia, a long-serving staff member, were also noted.

Action items that received approval covered policies, curricula, programs, and HR matters. During the visitors’ business segment, inquiries about the playground and library projects emerged, as well as the proposed full-day pre-kindergarten program. The board updated on the playground’s progress and ongoing PTO-led fundraising. They also clarified that the full-day pre-kindergarten program is paused due to space limitations, with plans to reassess after current projects conclude. The meeting wrapped up with the authorization of bill payments before adjournment.

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Superintendent:
Mrs. Stacie Poelstra
School Board Officials:
Mr. Kurt Becker, Mrs. Sarah McDevitt, Dr. David D’Ambrosio, Mr. Joseph Milancewich, Mrs. Juliana Rieth, Mr. Liam Starkey, Mr. Tedd Vitale, Mrs. Christin Walsh, Mr. Sean Wohltman, Diane Quigley (Business Administrator/Board Secretary)

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