Allendale School Board Secures $228K AFEE Donation, Approves Strategic Plan

Overview: The recent Allendale Board of Education session, convened at the Brookside School Learning Commons, was marked by substantial advancements for the community, most notably, the hefty donation from the Allendale Foundation for Educational Excellence (AFEE) and unveiling of the final Strategic Plan report.

Waldwick Borough Council Rejects Water Treatment Bid

Overview: In the recent regular meeting of the Mayor & Council of the Borough of Waldwick, held on May 23, 2023, several key matters were addressed, ranging from community improvements to the notable rejection of bids for Water Treatment Systems Improvements, which were $2 million off the estimate. Presided over by Mayor Tom Giordano and attended by council members Kathleen E. Cericola, Paul V. Schatz, Donald E. Sciolaro, and Theresa N. Sherman, the meeting saw comprehensive discussions on a variety of subjects.

Emergency School Board Meeting Authorizes Unapproved Student Field Trips

Overview: In a hurriedly convened special session, the Paramus Board of Education overcame a significant oversight to approve a number of student field trips that were initially scheduled without their authorization. The emergency meeting was held on Thursday, June 1, 2023.

Maywood School Board Greenlights Key Investments, Anticipates Major Curriculum Update

Overview: In a marathon session of the Maywood Board of Education on May 31, 2023, overseen by President Taylor, important decisions were made on a host of matters from school safety to teacher hires. The most newsworthy items centered around the approval of significant fiscal investments for the improvement of school infrastructure, an anticipated change in the science curriculum, and a wave of staff resignations and appointments.

Concerns about Elementary School Raised at River Vale School Board Meeting

Overview: In a recent gathering marked by both triumphs and challenges, the River Vale School Board celebrated the conclusion of several key projects while fielding concerns about issues at the Roberge Elementary School.