The meeting commenced with the swearing-in ceremony of new board members, including Lisa Guzzino and Richard Jannuzzi. There was some uncertainty regarding the attendance of Therese Sue High, but it was confirmed that Jennifer Carlton was present for the ceremony. The board members pledged their commitment to uphold the constitutions of the United States and New Jersey and affirmed their qualifications to serve.

Following the oath, the board proceeded with the election of its president. Richard Jannuzzi was nominated and elected with a majority vote, while Michael Bal was chosen as the vice president, also receiving broad support from the board members. These leadership changes suggest a renewed focus on steering the board’s future decisions and policies.

The board also addressed the New Jersey School Board Association’s code of ethics, requiring all members to acknowledge receipt and return signed copies to the business office. This step is crucial in ensuring that ethical guidelines are followed in board operations.

Additionally, the meeting agenda included a discussion on meeting schedules, with particular emphasis on the irregular frequency of meetings early in the year. This scheduling was attributed to the budgetary processes that demand more frequent meetings, especially with the uncertainty of the state’s budget calendar. The board resolved to maintain flexible scheduling to accommodate these demands, while also considering significant school events.