Cedar Grove School Board Prepares for Referendum Vote with Community Forums
- Meeting Overview:
The Cedar Grove School Board meeting focused on the upcoming referendum vote scheduled for September 15th, highlighting four community forums designed to inform and engage residents. Additional discussion included acknowledgments of educational programs and preparation efforts for the new school year.
The meeting emphasized the importance of the upcoming referendum vote, with plans to host community forums at each local school over the next four weeks. These events will feature presentations by the Superintendent and school principals, with opportunities for public interaction with architects and a bond counsel lead lawyer. The initiative aims to provide comprehensive information to residents to facilitate an informed decision on the vote. The district also plans to use back-to-school nights to further disseminate information.
The Superintendent acknowledged the efforts of teachers, paraprofessionals, and leaders in running successful Extended School Year (ESY) programs and a Lego camp over the past weeks. Additionally, the dedication of custodial and maintenance staff was praised for their work in preparing schools for the new academic year.
Peter Turnamian
School Board Officials:
Mrs. Dawn Daura, , Mrs. Cienne Keegan, Vice, Mr. David Grande, Mr. Lou Marzullo, Mr. Paul A. Palek Jr., Ed. D. (Superintendent), Dana Sullivan (Interim Business Administrator)
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Meeting Type:
School Board
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Committee:
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Meeting Date:
07/14/2026
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Recording Published:
07/14/2026
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Duration:
11 Minutes
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Notability Score:
Routine
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State:
New Jersey
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County:
Essex County
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Towns:
Cedar Grove
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