Englewood School Board Tackles Teacher Shortage, Special Education Resources, and Student-Driven Recycling Initiative

Overview: In a recent session, the Englewood School Board dealt with a range of pressing issues, from an ongoing teacher shortage to the need for special education resources. Board members also lauded a student-led initiative aiming to bring recycling to every middle and high school classroom.

Council Addresses Water Woes, Celebrates Civic Progress, and Secures DOT Grant for Park Renovations

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Allendale Borough Council, wide-ranging discussions on local concerns demonstrated an active commitment to tackling problems and celebrating the community’s progress. The meeting, held on July 20th, 2023, took a particularly deep dive into the city’s water situation and announced the successful pursuit of a DOT Grant to refurbish Memorial Park’s sidewalks.

Teaneck Commemorates Its Historic Role in School Desegregation

Overview: In a recent Teaneck School Board meeting, the focal point of the discussion was a collaborative endeavor between the board and the town council. The joint project aims to install a commemorative plaque at Bryant School, paying tribute to Teaneck’s distinction as the first U.S. school district to voluntarily desegregate without legislation. This initiative sparked a lively discourse among the board members, and even though it touched upon practical matters such as the plaque’s location, language, and cost, it ultimately underlined the significant weight of the local community’s history.

Council Unites Against Online LGBTQ+ Hate Speech

Overview: In a display of unity against online hate speech, the Elmwood Park Borough Council recently convened to discuss and denounce bigotry, harassment, and discrimination, particularly targeting the LGBTQ+ community. The discussion was ignited by the circulation of an offensive post on a local social media page, “Elmwood Park Speaks,” resulting in a resolution R-291-23 aimed at condemning platforms that enable such discriminatory behavior.

School Board Votes to Keep Schools Future-Ready Amid Budget Allocations and Staffing Changes

Overview: In a recent Closter School Board meeting presided by Ms. Finkelstein, significant decisions were made aimed at keeping school facilities up-to-date and supporting staffing requirements for the upcoming 2023-2024 academic year. Notably, Superintendent Mr. McHale announced a planned presentation to the Closter Mayor and Council regarding a proposed bond referendum, which, if approved, will enable the school to access state aid for improving school facilities, thereby easing the financial burden on taxpayers.