Frankford School Board Faces $1.5 Million Sewer System Upgrade

Overview: The Frankford School Board met recently to discuss issues, including a critical sewer system upgrade that could cost between $1 million and $1.5 million. The aging septic system, which is over 50 years old, poses significant risks to the school’s operations. The Board has been notified by the county that no permits for repairs or replacements will be issued, necessitating a connection to the local sewer system. The Board is seeking state and federal funding to cover the costs, as their budget cannot accommodate such a large expense. The Building and Grounds Committee, along with local mayors, is working diligently to move the project forward.

Frankford School Board Navigates Superintendent Transition and Preschool Expansion

Overview: In a recent Frankford School Board meeting, the transition from interim to permanent superintendent was a key focus, with the board emphasizing the need for collaboration and effective communication during the transition. The board also engaged in a substantive debate over the financial and logistical aspects of potentially implementing a full-day preschool program, including the reinstatement of a bus route and the requirement for car seats. Additionally, discussions on the budget revealed a new state law allowing for supplemental tax levy adjustments, which could impact the school district’s financial planning.

Frankford School Board Weighs Preschool Expansion Amid Funding Concerns

Overview: In a recent Frankford School Board meeting, members deliberated the intricacies and potential risks of joining a state-funded preschool program, considering not only educational benefits but also the sustainability of funding and the fiscal impact on the district. With the preschool expansion aid grant from the state of New Jersey on the table, the Board faced the challenge of whether to embrace an opportunity that could enhance early childhood education but also strain local resources.

Frankford School Board Faces Financial Challenges and Proposes Pay-to-Play

Overview: In the most recent meeting of the Frankford School Board, attention was given to the district’s financial hurdles for the 2024-2025 budget, which include a decrease in state aid, inflation impacts, and a potential pay-to-play system for extracurricular activities. The meeting, which omitted routine procedures, focused on recognizing student achievements, discussing budgetary constraints, and exploring the necessity of program and staff reductions.

Frankford School Board Approves New Chief School Administrator and Discusses Educational Challenges

Overview: In a recent session, Frankford School Board has unanimously approved the hiring of Kevin Newman as the new Chief School Administrator and Elementary School Principal for a five-year term commencing July 1st, 2024. The recent meeting also delved into the district’s pressing educational challenges, including the need to improve state assessment scores and address operational hurdles such as the scarcity of speech therapists and bus drivers.