- NJ
- Essex County
- 6/18/24
- 06/19/2024
- 71 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: Cedar Grove School District’s recent board meeting tackled a diverse array of subjects ranging from celebrating student accomplishments to addressing community concerns about inclusivity and mental health services. The meeting, which included both commendations for student achievements and discussions about the pride flag’s presence in the district, underscored the community’s engagement with the schools’ role in student welfare and recognition.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 5/21/24
- 05/22/2024
- 35 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During a recent Cedar Grove School Board meeting, members engaged in a debate over the implementation of a new math program, a topic that took precedence in the discussion and captured the attention of those present. The conversation centered on how the introduction of the new math series from kindergarten through fourth grade would impact student learning and transition to middle school. Concerns were raised regarding the potential gap this program might create and the challenges students could face due to inconsistencies in the curriculum.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 4/30/24
- 05/01/2024
- 57 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Cedar Grove School Board meeting was marked by discussions surrounding the district’s budget and security, with community members voicing concerns about the potential elimination of two security guard positions. The budget presentation by the district’s finance officer, Mr. De, revealed a $41.7 million annual budget with a 1.69% increase in the school tax rate. The presentation highlighted new items in the budget, including personnel additions and new math programs. However, the topic that dominated the meeting was the security of students, particularly in light of recent school shootings, with the board acknowledging the valid points raised but not providing a direct response to the rationale behind the cuts.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 4/8/24
- 04/09/2024
- 16 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Cedar Grove School Board meeting, the board officially appointed Dr. Peter Turnamian, also known as Dr. T, as the new superintendent of schools, effective July 1, 2024. The appointment followed a comprehensive search process that involved multiple interviews, essay submissions on current district challenges, and a detailed 90-day plan presentation by Dr. Turnamian. The board expressed its confidence in Dr. Turnamian’s leadership abilities and his potential to guide the district toward continuous improvement and success.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 3/19/24
- 03/22/2024
- 67 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Cedar Grove School Board convened to acknowledge the accomplishments of its students and to discuss the positive results of the district’s financial audit. The DECA team was also commended for qualifying for Nationals. Furthermore, the school board received unmodified, clean opinions on all three aspects of its financial audit for the 2022-2023 year, with no issues or deficiencies reported.