Old Bridge School Board Meeting Centers on Policy 5756 Amidst Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Discussions

Overview: The recent Old Bridge School Board meeting focused primarily on the debate surrounding Policy 5756, which pertains to the rights and protection of transgender students within the district. The policy, which addresses the use of chosen names and pronouns for transgender students, drew diverse and passionate public commentary. Additionally, the board discussed the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) committee’s efforts and recognized individual achievements and contributions to the school community.

Old Bridge School Board Elects New President and Vice President Amid Policy Debates

Overview: In a notable turn of events during the Old Bridge School Board meeting on January 4th, 2024, Matthew Sulikowski was elected as the president and Jennifer D’Antuono as the vice president of the Board of Education. The meeting also saw the formal acknowledgment of the right to record public meetings, the swearing-in of three newly elected Board members, a heated discussion on policy 5756 concerning parental rights, and a tribute to the outgoing board member Frank Weber for his years of service.

Old Bridge School Board Reviews Clean Audit and Budget Considerations, Debates Enrollment and Policy Concerns

Overview: The Old Bridge School Board met on December 12, 2023, addressing various financial and policy matters. Key points included an unblemished audit report for the 2022-2023 school year, discussion of reserve balances and state aid application, and a looming issue about policy 5756. Superintendent David Cittadino, Salvatore Giordano, and others engaged in robust conversations about potential enrollment of young students, a suggestion for later high school start time, and the completion of evaluations for the superintendent and the board.

Old Bridge Schools Superintendent Defends Protections for Transgender Students Amid Community Debate

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Old Bridge School Board in New Jersey grappled with policy 5756, which deals with the rights and safety of transgender students. The board also addressed the implementation of a High Impact Tutoring Grant to mitigate pandemic-related learning loss, a noteworthy student’s literary accomplishment, and notable team achievements in sports. However, the meeting was dominated by community dialogue surrounding policy 5756.

Community Debates Transgender Student Rights Policy at Old Bridge School Board Meeting

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Old Bridge School Board, intense debate erupted over Policy 5756, a policy pertaining to the rights and support of transgender students. The meeting highlighted a diverse range of perspectives, with some arguing for the immediate repeal of the policy, while others advocated for its continuation to protect vulnerable students.