Lyndhurst School Board Reveals Gains in Test Scores, Disparities in Special Education Population

Overview: In a wide-ranging meeting, the Lyndhurst School Board reported significant gains in 11th-grade test scores, identified performance disparities among student subgroups, and introduced new district goals focusing on mental health. The meeting also delved into the ongoing professional development for teachers, the improvement of curriculum for special education students, and the expansion of resources for the district’s growing multilingual student population.

Hackensack School Board Seeks Input for Superintendent Selection, Shows Progress in Student Readiness

Overview: In a recent meeting at Nellie K. Parker school auditorium, the Hackensack School Board showcased the positive strides in academic performance data, with a particular focus on New Jersey Graduation Proficiency Assessment (NJ GPA) results. The district also laid out planned interventions tailored to improve outcomes in literacy, mathematics, and support for English Language Learners. Alongside these educational updates, Superintendent Robert Sanchez highlighted ongoing facility improvements and delays. The Board is also actively seeking community input for the appointment of a new superintendent as Mr. Sanchez plans to retire.

Maywood Council Greenlights Infrastructure Projects, Debates Security and IT Services

Overview: In its recent meeting, the Maywood Borough Council made significant decisions on a variety of fronts, from prioritizing infrastructural projects funded by local and federal grants to grappling with rising IT costs. Council members also engaged in debates over security measures for Memorial Court and raised concerns about poor planning by utility companies.

Dumont School Board Approves $1.25 Million Budget and Abolishes Public Relations Policy

Overview: The Dumont Board of Education convened on July 20, 2023, for a work session and regular meeting led by President Theresa Riva. The board made significant decisions, including allocating $1.25 million for the 2023-24 school year and unanimously abolishing the “Public Relations” policy. The board also approved major personnel changes, instructional tools, and grants for special education and school lunch programs.

Park Ridge School Board Selects Legacy Construction and Field Pro in Special Meeting

Overview: In a special meeting lasting just 13 minutes, the Park Ridge Board of Education appointed Legacy Construction Management as the on-site construction management company and Field Pro as the fields and grounds vendor for the district. The brief meeting, which took place on August 3, also saw the approval of staff training and a new salary guide for board office staff.