- NJ
- Middlesex County
- 8/27/24
- 08/27/2024
- 112 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Old Bridge School Board meeting on August 27, 2024, was marked by community concerns over transportation cuts, curriculum changes, and budgetary decisions. Residents voiced their frustrations and sought clarity on how these changes would impact their families and the educational environment.
- NJ
- Middlesex County
- 8/20/24
- 08/20/2024
- 45 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: At the recent Old Bridge School Board meeting, discussions centered around the provision of after-school transportation for middle school students and the impact of budget constraints on these services. Concerns from parents and board members highlighted the challenges of maintaining extracurricular engagement for students amid fiscal limitations.
- NJ
- Middlesex County
- 6/25/24
- 06/25/2024
- 84 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The recent meeting of the Old Bridge School Board surfaced several issues, with a focus on the establishment of a student work study program and the careful examination of the district’s budget, including the increase in lunch prices and the effective utilization of grants and reserves. The board also addressed the number of assistant coaches for sports teams, acknowledging the impact of Title IX in maintaining equity across genders and teams.
- NJ
- Middlesex County
- 6/18/24
- 06/18/2024
- 87 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Old Bridge School Board meeting was notably marked by discussions on the progression of the high school Esports program, potential budget adjustments including a tax levy increase, and the recognition of student and school achievements. The board also engaged with public concerns regarding staff rehires, school security costs, and the display of a pride flag in a classroom.
- NJ
- Middlesex County
- 6/3/24
- 06/03/2024
- 68 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Old Bridge School Board faced a financial predicament as they discussed and voted on a revised budget to address a shortfall and the impact of recent legislation on school funding. The meeting was dominated by the fiscal challenges presented by Public Law 2024 chapters 12 and 13, which necessitated a 9.9% increase to the local tax levy, with the potential to bring an additional $11,310,000 in aid to the district. Despite this substantial increase in revenue, the district was projected to remain underfunded by over $7 million. The board’s decision-making process was influenced by the need to balance fiscal responsibility with the maintenance of educational programs and services.