During the reorganization meeting of the Bogota Board of Education, the announcement of the election results marked the beginning of a new term for three board members, Adriana Alcalde, Jose Chavez, and Bisi Ruckett. This announcement was a foundational moment, setting the scene for the upcoming year’s leadership and governance of the district’s educational strategies. The new members’ eligibility was confirmed through the successful completion of background criminal checks.

Following the confirmation of eligibility, the meeting progressed to the administration of the oath of office to Alcalde, Chavez, and Ruckett. The solemnity of the moment was underscored as each member pledged to uphold both the U. S. Constitution and the New Jersey state constitution.
With all board members present, including Superintendent Damian Kennedy and board attorney Thomas Cobin, the meeting highlighted the importance of ethical conduct by reading the code of ethics for school board members. The code delineates the expectation for board members to adhere strictly to laws and regulations, to base decisions on the welfare of children, and to maintain the board’s authority without compromise.

The election of board officers was administered in accordance with bylaw 0152, allowing any member to nominate candidates for office without the necessity of a seconding motion.

Bisi Ruckett took the floor to express her appreciation for the leadership of Frank Miranda, who had previously held the position of president. She nominated him for re-election, and with no other nominations coming forth, the board moved to close nominations. Subsequently, Frank Miranda was re-elected as president of the board. In his acceptance, Miranda thanked the board members for their continued trust and stressed the importance of teamwork and effective communication in fulfilling the board’s objectives.

The vice presidency nomination followed, with Bisi Ruckett being the sole nominee. Her subsequent election to the vice president’s role was met with commendation from President Miranda, who acknowledged Ruckett’s valuable contributions and the importance of her perspective in the board’s decision-making process.

The meeting then turned its attention to the various committees and the recognition of individuals elected to other significant positions within the community. Such discussions are indicative of the board’s commitment to collaborative efforts and community involvement in educational initiatives.

One of the actionable items that the board addressed was Resolution 811, which was passed after a roll call vote. While the specifics of the resolution were not detailed in the recap, its mention suggests its importance to the board’s agenda. The passage of such resolutions is central to the functioning of the board as it outlines policies, allocates resources, or addresses issues within the district.

Old and new business were also on the agenda, with a notable call for support in obtaining fields for the town.