Cedar Grove School Board Approves New Business Administrator Amid Community Engagement Initiatives

The Cedar Grove School Board held a meeting where the hiring of a new business administrator was a key focus, alongside discussions about various community and educational initiatives. The board approved the candidate presented by the superintendent.

During the session, the Personnel Committee discussed the process leading to the selection of the new business administrator. The committee, with input from Dr. Paul A. Palek Jr., evaluated the candidate and recommended their approval. Interim Business Administrator Dana Sullivan and her team were thanked for their contributions during this transition.

The meeting also highlighted Cedar Grove High School’s student council activities, emphasizing community involvement through initiatives like the Thanksgiving food drive and an upcoming Christmas toy drive.

Superintendent Peter Turnamian provided a report, celebrating the achievements of the varsity football team, which is set to conclude an undefeated season at MetLife Stadium. Additionally, he announced the introduction of a new healthcare pathway for high school students in partnership with Seton Hall University, offering dual enrollment classes to earn college credits. The report also covered events such as the eighth-grade orientation and the successful fall production of “A Wicked Christmas Carol.”

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