Fair Lawn School Board Deliberates on Jewish Heritage Month and School Safety Measures

Overview: In a recent Fair Lawn School Board meeting, the discussion focused on the formal recognition of Jewish American Heritage Month, alongside a review of the district’s strategies for enhancing school safety and analyzing student performance data. The board addressed community concerns, reflecting on the importance of inclusivity and educational excellence.

Fair Lawn School District Debates Community School Fees and Policy Adherence

Overview: The Fair Lawn School Board meeting held recently saw discussions focusing on the financial structure of community school programs and adherence to board policies. The board grappled with whether to charge Fair Lawn residents the same fees as non-residents for community school programs, ultimately deciding against a motion to revise these fees. The meeting also highlighted concerns around the board’s compliance with its own policies and the implications of these for the district’s governance.

Fair Lawn School Board Reviews Academic Performance Amid Policy Discussions and Leadership Changes

Overview: The Fair Lawn School Board meeting on July 24, 2025, highlighted significant academic achievements and challenges, discussed policy amendments for special education, and announced leadership changes. Miss Keller presented detailed results from the New Jersey Graduation Proficiency Assessment (NJGPA), showing Fair Lawn students exceeding state averages in language arts and mathematics. The meeting also addressed concerns about the proficiency of multilingual and special education students and considered proposed amendments to special education policy.

Fair Lawn School Board Grapples with Anti-Bullying Initiatives and Community Concerns

Overview: The recent Fair Lawn School Board meeting addressed several issues, including commendable anti-bullying efforts, concerns about policy clarity, and community matters such as student privacy and professional conduct during public events.

Fair Lawn Parents Demand Action on Bullying and Facility Improvements at Tense School Board Meeting

Overview: In a charged Fair Lawn School Board meeting, parents voiced their concerns over student safety, particularly bullying incidents at Thomas Jefferson Middle School, demanding more effective measures from the district. The meeting also covered facility improvement needs and demographic studies, highlighting the district’s challenges as it faces growing enrollment and infrastructure demands.