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- Union County
- 5/29/25
- 05/29/2025
- 29 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Summit School Board convened a special meeting to approve a resolution concerning the ROD grants from the New Jersey School Development Authority, earmarked for crucial roofing repairs across four district schools. The projects, totaling $12,665,500, will receive state reimbursement of $5,426,600, leaving the district to cover $7,563,900. These repairs will address aging and deteriorating roofs at Brighton Elementary, Jefferson Elementary, Lton C. Johnson Summit Middle School, and Summit High School.
- NJ
- Union County
- 3/27/25
- 03/27/2025
- 80 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Summit School Board approved the 2025-2026 school budget, reducing the proposed tax increase to 3.94% from an earlier figure exceeding 10%, amid community concerns about transparency and fiscal responsibility. The final budget, amounting to approximately $86 million, was supported by a local tax levy of around $76 million and included provisions for educational quality and operational costs.
- NJ
- Union County
- 03/03/2025
- 90 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: At a recent Summit School Board meeting, discussions focused heavily on the tentative 2025-2026 budget, emphasizing financial challenges due to reductions in state aid and rising costs in areas such as health insurance and transportation. Superintendent Scott Hough, alongside financial presentations, revealed a proposed budget of $91,775,095, highlighting the district’s efforts to maintain educational quality while addressing financial constraints.
- NJ
- Union County
- 9/12/24
- 09/12/2024
- 81 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Summit School Board meeting on September 12 recognized newly tenured staff and those who have completed 25 years of service, while also outlining significant new initiatives, including a data analytic warehouse and enhancements to the district’s STEAM curriculum.
- NJ
- Union County
- 6/13/24
- 06/13/2024
- 83 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The recent Summit School Board meeting was marked by the celebration of retiring staff members and the welcoming of new hires to the district. Notably, Matt Carlin, a former principal with 30 years of service, was praised for his leadership and dedication. Tom O’Dowd, a veteran science teacher and supervisor, was celebrated for his 40-year career. Additionally, Deerra Kennedy, a retiring special education teacher, was honored for her 26 years of service. The board also recognized the contributions of various community partners and provided updates on construction projects, curriculum developments, and district achievements.
