Eric Langley Elected as New River Edge School Board President Amidst Contested Elections

In the recent River Edge School Board meeting, Eric Langley was elected as the new president, succeeding in a meeting that also saw the swearing-in of new board members following a contested election. Joshua Cohen was elected vice president.

The meeting opened with the administration of the oath of office to new and returning board members, including Lauren D’Alessandro, Gyuchang Sim, and Miguel Frias, whose election results were certified with varying vote counts. Following the swearing-in, the board members voted unanimously to elect Eric Langley as the new board president. The election of Joshua Cohen as vice president followed, also receiving unanimous support.

The board discussed the code of ethics, with members taking turns reading and reaffirming their commitment to decisions that prioritize the educational welfare of children. The code highlights the importance of developing and maintaining public schools that cater to all children, regardless of their background. The board committed to acting in concert with fellow members and ensuring that schools are well-run without personal agendas.

Although public comments were invited, no members of the community were present to speak on agenda items.

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