Voorhees School Board Approves Calendar Changes, Addresses Diversity

Overview: In a recent Voorhees School Board meeting, changes to the 2024-2025 school calendar were approved, including the addition of inservice days for Diwali and Eid. The board also addressed personnel changes, including the hiring for a principal role and a new position of Director of Early Childhood and Literacy K-5.

Gloucester School Board Faces Public Concerns Over Counselor Transfer

Overview: The Gloucester Township School Board’s recent meeting was marked by an outpouring of concern from parents, staff, and community members regarding the proposed transfer of Kathleen Goin, a guidance counselor at Blackwood Elementary School. The assembly heard emotional testimonies emphasizing Mrs. Goin’s critical impact on students, especially those with special needs. Additionally, the meeting featured discussions on various agenda items, including the allocation of resources, employee transfers, and the challenges of staff retention.

Lindenwold Approves Ordinances, Addresses Public Concerns

Overview: The Lindenwold Borough Council meeting saw the approval of ordinances and resolutions, addressing various community concerns, and discussing opportunities to enhance local engagement and services. Among the key actions taken, ordinances on self-storage facilities, non-contractual salary adjustments, tree removal, and replacement were approved on second readings, while traffic-related ordinances passed on first readings. The council also approved hiring and promotion within the public works department and introduced a property maintenance code amendment.

Camden School Board Advances East Side High School Redevelopment

Overview: The Camden School Board has taken steps towards the redevelopment of East Side High School, with plans for a new state-of-the-art facility, a temporary relocation during construction, and a determined focus on community involvement. The future of East Side High School was the focal point of the meeting, as attendees were presented with comprehensive plans for its construction and the temporary transition space for students and staff.

Gloucester Town Council Tackles Property Sale and Park Improvements

Overview: The Gloucester Town Council recently convened to discuss several issues, with a debate over the sale of a property on Landing Road and the approval of park improvements being at the forefront. The sale of the property to Ferelli Real Estate Holdings LLC was met with public concern over potential environmental impacts and misrepresentation of the property’s status, while the unanimous support for park enhancements marked a positive direction for community development.