- NJ
- Morris County
- 8/14/24
- 08/14/2024
- 140 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: Rockaway Township School Board’s recent meeting focused on the district’s commitment to creating a nurturing and inclusive educational environment, emphasizing the “no walls, no limits” philosophy.
- NJ
- Morris County
- 7/17/24
- 07/17/2024
- 156 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Rockaway Township School Board meeting highlighted a strong emphasis on creating a positive and supportive learning environment across the district. Superintendent Dr. Richard Corbett expressed pride in the district’s atmosphere and the commitment to student development. Additionally, the meeting addressed technology security, device management, and summer enrichment programs.
- NJ
- Morris County
- 6/26/24
- 06/26/2024
- 160 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Rockaway Township School Board concentrated on the quality of education and school facilities, with attention given to the results of focus groups discussing a possible referendum. The focus groups, which included participants with a vested interest in the school district, showed a strong concern for the state of facilities and their impact on instruction. A large majority, 94.4%, expressed this concern, with 98% willing to support a referendum to enhance educational quality.
- NJ
- Morris County
- 5/15/24
- 05/15/2024
- 187 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Rockaway Township School Board emphasized the school district’s commitment to creating a nurturing and inclusive environment for students. Various speakers, including students and teachers, shared their positive experiences and the sense of community within the schools, pointing to the district’s focus on social and emotional learning, instilling core values, and fostering personal growth.
- NJ
- Morris County
- 5/1/24
- 05/01/2024
- 175 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Rockaway Township School Board meeting, one notable issue discussed was Policy 5756, which concerns the treatment of transgender students within the district. The policy, aimed at protecting transgender students’ rights, became a focal point of the meeting, drawing public comments. Stakeholders, including community members, teachers, and students, provided varied perspectives on the policy, with some advocating for the rights and safety of LGBTQ students, while others expressed concerns regarding parental rights and involvement.