Fair Lawn School Board Appoints New Assistant Superintendent Amid Discussions on Gifted Program

Overview: The Fair Lawn School Board meeting on November 21, 2024, was marked by the appointment of Mrs. CLA Keller as the new Assistant Superintendent of Education and discussions on the district’s gifted and talented program.

Fair Lawn School Board Grapples with Gifted Program Changes and Student Performance Metrics

Overview: During a recent meeting of the Fair Lawn School Board, attention was devoted to the ongoing debate surrounding Regulation 2464, which governs the district’s gifted and talented (G&T) program. The proposed changes to the selection criteria sparked considerable discussion among board members and the public, focusing on the shift from district-wide norms to local norms for assessing student eligibility. Concerns were raised about the transparency and equity of this approach, as well as the implications of geographic disparities in eligibility outcomes.

Fair Lawn School Board Confronts Concerns Over Inappropriate Use of Student Images

Overview: The Fair Lawn School Board meeting on September 6, 2024, at Thomas Jefferson School addressed several issues, including the inappropriate use of student images by an administrator, the introduction of new educational programs, and community feedback on district initiatives.

Fair Lawn School Board Grapples with Reassignment Controversy and Budget Shortfalls

Overview: The Fair Lawn School Board meeting on August 22nd was marked by discussions on staff reassignments, budget constraints, and community concerns, reflecting ongoing challenges and opportunities within the district.

Fair Lawn Schools Excel in Standardized Tests, Debate Curriculum and Rebranding

Overview: The Fair Lawn School Board meeting highlighted students’ performance in English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics, as reflected in the latest New Jersey Proficiency Assessment (NJPA) results, with Fair Lawn students scoring higher than the state average. Amid these academic achievements, board members engaged in a substantive discussion on the efficacy of the current math curriculum, particularly the “Everyday Math” program. The meeting also addressed concerns about the district’s rebranding efforts and resource allocation, with community members contributing to the debate.