Bogota School District Introduces Electric School Bus in Sustainability Push

Overview: The Bogota School Board convened on August 29th to discuss an array of topics underscoring the district’s plans for future improvement.

Cliffside Park School Board Faces Tough Recruitment Market, Discusses Administrative Overhaul and Facility Upgrades

Overview: In a Cliffside Park School Board meeting that tackled a myriad of issues from staff recruitment to administrative efficiency, board members and Superintendent Michael Romagnino highlighted the challenges and opportunities facing the district. While welcoming 38 new staff members into the fold, the board candidly discussed the “tough” labor market and announced forthcoming capital projects.

Military Vet Beats Out Educator for Empty School Board Seat

Overview: In a session addressing everything from board vacancies to the emotional well-being of students, the River Edge School Board recently convened to grapple with issues impacting the district. Of significance, the board appointed Al Jing Solomon, an experienced military veteran and fintech product manager, to a vacant seat.

School Board Member Claims New Health Curriculum Conflicts with “Family Values”

Overview: In a recent meeting that covered an array of topics from construction to educational initiatives, River Vale School Board member Louan Austin stood apart when she expressed concerns about the district’s new health curriculum. Austin questioned its appropriateness for specific grade levels to its potential conflict with “family values, people’s personal beliefs, and religion.”

New Milford Borough Council Greenlights Main Street Project and New Ordinances, Discusses ShopRite Community Event

Overview: In a move to modernize its municipality, the New Milford Borough Council unanimously adopted several new ordinances while allocating an additional $90,750 for the Main Street Improvement Project from the borough’s Capital Improvement Fund. Meanwhile, plans for a community event organized by ShopRite took center stage, sparking discussions over logistics and suitability. The council also discussed county paving programs, community engagement events, and various administrative updates.