- NJ
- Essex County
- 2/26/24
- 02/27/2024
- 71 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: At a recent Belleville School Board meeting, members addressed a range of issues, including an increase in student enrollment and the potential impact of new housing developments on the district’s educational capacity. The meeting, which took place on February 26, 2024, also celebrated student achievements and debated the importance of a funding practice known as the ecia.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 2/26/24
- 02/27/2024
- 51 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Livingston Council adopted housing and zoning ordinances, allocated $5.475 million for civic improvements, and addressed various community concerns including road maintenance and the involvement of high school students in town committees.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 2/26/24
- 02/26/2024
- 62 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The West Orange School Board meeting centered around the recognition of contributions from retiring teachers and discussions on educational programs and student activities. The board acknowledged the retirement of Mr. Albert Austin, a teacher whose service left a notable impact on the district. Additionally, the meeting addressed educational initiatives, student achievements, and community engagement, focusing on several topics including the retirement of Miss Terry Trig Scales and her late husband Errol Scales, the student liaisons’ report from West Orange High School, the superintendent’s recognitions, public comments on transportation and education, and the approval of resolutions concerning personnel.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 02/24/2024
- 40 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Glen Ridge School Board meeting highlighted the district’s focus on educational innovation and community engagement, with discussions on technology integration, environmental education, and community events. The centerpiece of the meeting was the presentation on the revitalization of the Stella Concade Bird Sanctuary and Learning Garden at Forest Avenue, emphasizing the combination of technology and nature in student learning. The board also addressed the upcoming superintendent interviews, recognition of student and teacher achievements, and the Glen Ridge Education Foundation’s contributions to school programs.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 2/22/24
- 02/22/2024
- 70 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In the latest meeting of the Montclair Historical Preservation Commission, discussions centered on a proposal for the development of a new building on Wheeler Street, located within the proposed Wheeler Street historic district. The session delved into the design of the new structure, which sought to blend traditional and contemporary elements, and its potential impact on the historic character of the neighborhood.