Frenchtown School Board Discusses New Legal Notice Posting Requirements and Elects Leadership

Overview: In a recent Frenchtown School Board meeting, the board addressed changes in legal notice posting requirements, re-elected incumbents, and confirmed leadership positions for 2026. New Jersey legislation now mandates that starting March 1, 2026, all legal notices are to be posted on both the district’s and the Secretary of State’s websites. Additionally, for the calendar year 2026, notices must be published twice monthly in an online newspaper platform. This change aligns with the broader transition from physical print to digital formats. The board is currently working with its technology team to create a designated section on its website for these notices.

West Windsor-Plainsboro School Board Meeting Highlights Ethics Training and Leadership Elections

Overview: The West Windsor-Plainsboro School Board meeting focused on a range of issues, including the election of new board leadership, a comprehensive ethics training session for board members, and reports on student activities.

Kinnelon School Board Elects New Leadership and Approves Mock Trial Field Trip

Overview: In a recent Kinnelon School Board meeting, new leadership was elected with Jean Donaldson named as president and Kelly Pella as vice president. The board also approved a field trip for the district’s mock trial team and handled various routine reappointments and approvals.

Elizabeth Ginsburg Elected as New Glen Ridge School Board President Amid Leadership Transition

Overview: Elizabeth Ginsburg has been elected as the new president of the Glen Ridge School Board, succeeding a long-serving predecessor. The decision came after a contentious leadership debate that emphasized the need for fresh perspectives within the board. The meeting also addressed several other topics, including a new cell phone policy and noteworthy community donations.

Kim Scott-Hayden Elected Union School Board President Amid Calls for Unity and Transparency

Overview: In an organizational meeting of the Union Board of Education, Kim Scott-Hayden was elected as the new board president, with Michael Cohan appointed as vice president. As the board looks ahead to the 2026 school year, priorities include enhancing transparency, fostering community engagement, and addressing legislative changes impacting education.