Little Ferry School Board Secures $5 Million for New Middle School

Overview: The Little Ferry School Board’s recent meeting highlighted progress in the district’s infrastructure and educational improvements, including securing a $5 million grant for the new middle school, which will alleviate the tax burden by reducing the bond from $37.8 million to $32.8 million. Additionally, summer projects such as the installation of a new playground and the delivery of Chromebooks for staff and students were discussed, along with updates on the media center renovation, fire alarm system upgrades, and the staffing strategy for the upcoming school year.

Little Ferry School Board Discusses Projects and Student Achievements

Overview: In the Little Ferry School Board meeting held on June 20th, 2024, progress was reported on the district’s ongoing initiatives, including the schematic review for the new Middle School building and a 3D virtual tour scheduled for July 1st. This comes as part of the preparations for the referendum project, which is moving forward with a planned bond resolution next month. Additionally, the meeting recognized student accomplishments, retirements, and substantial profits generated through the district’s food services.

Little Ferry School Board Honors Top Teachers of the Year

Overview: The Little Ferry School Board meeting was marked by the recognition of the Teacher of the Year honorees, alongside discussions about the school expansion project, financial updates, and infrastructure improvements. The board acknowledged two teachers for their exceptional dedication and service to education, each representing Washington Elementary School and Memorial Middle School. A teacher with a 26-year tenure in Little Ferry reflected on the influence of their own educators and the journey from substitute teaching to receiving this accolade.

Little Ferry School Board Adopts $29.8 Million Budget for 2024-2025

Overview: The Little Ferry School Board has adopted a $29.8 million budget for the 2024-2025 school year, with a commitment to optimizing spending to enhance student performance, expand programs, and maintain facilities. Key discussions in the meeting focused on the budget’s impact on taxes, efforts to bring back in-district special education programs, and strategies to address tuition costs for schools outside the district.

Little Ferry School Board Advances Health and Education Initiatives

Overview: The Little Ferry School Board discussed several new initiatives at their April 18th, 2024, meeting, focusing on student health, educational improvement, and facility upgrades. The introduction of an additional full-time nurse, the completion of a student food survey, and progress on school facilities were among the top items.