Westwood School Board Debates Removing Book From Middle School Libraries, Discusses Superintendent Search

Overview: In a recent session, the Westwood School Board tackled a series of issues, from an discussion over the presence of certain books in the middle school media center to the ongoing search for a new superintendent. The board also grappled with the implications of policy 5756, which has been a subject of contention.

Heroic Second Grader Recognized by Hackensack School Board for Life-Saving Action

Overview: In a recent Hackensack School Board meeting, a second-grader’s life-saving action took center stage as Juan Oro Mayans was honored for his heroic deed. The board also tackled a variety of other matters, including the superintendent’s report, policy discussions, funding approvals, and the importance of inclusivity and electronic communication for board meetings.

Mahwah School Board Addresses Ethics Violations and Celebrates District Achievements

Overview: The Mahwah School Board meeting covered a range of topics including commendations for district achievements, updates on student programs, and a discussion on ethics violations by board members. Superintendent Michael DeTuro highlighted the school district’s successes, including strong NJ GPA assessment results, while also emphasizing the importance of ethics and compliance with the New Jersey School Ethics Act. The meeting further addressed the potential impact of Governor Murphy’s proposal to allow 16 and 17-year-olds to vote in local elections on the district’s civics education curriculum.

Oradell School Board Discusses Safety, Grants, and Fundraising Efforts in Recent Meeting

Overview: In a recent Oradell School Board meeting, members addressed issues including school safety, the approval of a grant aimed at improving math skills, and the commendable fundraising efforts by the Student Government. Superintendent Megan N. Bozios reported a founded incident of harassment and bullying and the implementation of rapid training sessions for teachers. The meeting also highlighted the receipt of a donation to the Tackle Kids Cancer fund and raised discussions on the district’s project cost estimate for air conditioning units, which involves a state reimbursement.

Ramsey Borough Council Addresses Deer Population Concerns and Approves Key Infrastructure Improvements

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Ramsey Borough Council addressed a growing concern among residents regarding the deer population, alongside approving several infrastructure projects and discussing a water and sewer rate increase. The council approved a strategy involving professional licensed bow hunters to manage the deer issue, initiated purchases for public works, and introduced an ordinance for utility rate increases.