Glen Rock School Board Celebrates Blue Ribbon Award Amidst Community Tensions

Overview: The Glen Rock School Board meeting was marked by a celebration of Hamilton School’s National Blue Ribbon award and a candid discussion about community tensions and the board’s role in hiring processes. The meeting also delved into the expansion of language programs and the integration of preschool classes, highlighting both achievements and challenges faced by the district.

Community Rallies for Coach Walman Amid Glen Rock School Board Meeting

Overview: The recent Glen Rock School Board meeting was marked by passionate public comments, focused primarily on the hiring decision for the head coach position for the girls’ basketball team and the recognition of educational achievements. Community members voiced strong support for current coach Sarah Walman, while also highlighting various academic successes and raising concerns about infrastructure and compensation issues.

Glen Rock School Board Debates Fitness Testing for New Hires, Approves New Clubs and Anti-Bullying Initiatives

Overview: The Glen Rock School Board convened to discuss several issues, including proposed changes to hiring policies, the introduction of new school clubs, and updates on anti-bullying measures, among other topics.

Glen Rock School Board Faces Community Pushback Over Hockey Co-op Decision

Overview: The Glen Rock School Board meeting saw community pushback regarding the decision to pursue a co-op arrangement for the Glen Rock varsity hockey team with another school, underscoring concerns about communication, stakeholder involvement, and the timing of the decision.

Glen Rock School Board Celebrates Athletic Excellence and Tackles Education Goals

Overview: The Glen Rock School Board meeting focused on the recognition of outstanding athletic achievements and the discussion of academic progress and strategies. The athletic teams’ successes were highlighted, with the boys’ tennis, lacrosse, and baseball teams being named Bergen County Team of the Year in their respective sports, and a coach receiving the Bergen County lacrosse coach of the year award. Additionally, the board addressed improvements in graduation readiness, the management of an achievement gap, and the scheduling of a board retreat to set specific goals for the year.