Cliffside Park School Board Approves $67. 9M Education-Forward Budget

Overview: In a notable stride towards educational excellence, the Cliffside Park School Board approved a $67.9 million budget for the 2024-2025 school year, emphasizing significant investments in educational enhancements and technology during their March 22nd public meeting and budget hearing. This financial blueprint is designed to robustly support the district’s educational objectives, with substantial allocations for new learning programs and appreciation shown for a long-serving staff member’s retirement.

Cliffside Park School Board Celebrates Student Achievements, Boosts Co-curricular Support and Approves Homecoming Dance

Overview: The recent meeting of the Cliffside Park School Board was marked by celebrations of exceptional student achievements, resolutions in support of co-curricular activities, and the approval of the much-anticipated Homecoming Dance. The meeting also saw board members addressing student concerns regarding changes in the school environment.

Administrator of the Year Awarded to School Librarian as Board Focuses on COVID-19 Learning Gaps and AI Integration

Overview: In a recent school board meeting, Mrs. Donna Cales, the school librarian, was recognized for her award of Administrator of the Year from the New Jersey Association of School Librarians. The board also acknowledged students with perfect scores on statewide assessments. Further, they addressed the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on learning, particularly in mathematics, and the potential for leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) in education. The board also recognized the rising population of Multilingual Learners (MLS) and discussed strategies to support them.

Cliffside Park School Board Approves Open Lunch for Seniors

Overview: In a recent meeting held on September 27, 2023, the Cliffside Park School Board approved an open lunch period exclusively for seniors.

Cliffside Park School Board Faces Tough Recruitment Market, Discusses Administrative Overhaul and Facility Upgrades

Overview: In a Cliffside Park School Board meeting that tackled a myriad of issues from staff recruitment to administrative efficiency, board members and Superintendent Michael Romagnino highlighted the challenges and opportunities facing the district. While welcoming 38 new staff members into the fold, the board candidly discussed the “tough” labor market and announced forthcoming capital projects.