- NJ
- Middlesex County
- 3/21/24
- 03/22/2024
- 142 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The South Brunswick School Board is contending with a daunting $6.2 million shortfall in the upcoming budget, a reduction which has been accumulating since 2018, now totaling a $30 million decrease in state aid. The board meeting held on March 21st, 2024, centered around this fiscal challenge and the potential implications it may have on the district’s educational programs and services.
- NJ
- Middlesex County
- 3/7/24
- 03/08/2024
- 92 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent South Brunswick School Board meeting, one notable issue discussed was the projected budget deficit of over $6 million, which poses significant challenges for the district’s finances. Superintendent Scott Feder expressed considerable frustration with the proposed $5 million stabilization aid, vehemently criticizing the state’s distribution of funds and its impact on the district. The meeting also focused on the expansion of the preschool program, with 90 additional seats for the upcoming year, and acknowledged the achievements of National Merit commended students.
- NJ
- Middlesex County
- 2/8/24
- 02/09/2024
- 75 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During the latest South Brunswick School Board meeting, Superintendent Scott Feder addressed the concern of a potential $10. 8 million loss in state aid for the district. The meeting also sparked discussions on the community’s response to a delayed opening following the Super Bowl, seating arrangements for board members, and the impact of social media behavior following a tragic bus accident.
- NJ
- Middlesex County
- 1/18/24
- 01/19/2024
- 45 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the South Brunswick School Board tackled the proposed school calendar for the next academic year, which garnered criticism for its late June end date. The board also took a moment to honor the memory of ninth-grader Alan Ranit, who recently passed away, and addressed various other topics ranging from the preschool lottery to the importance of student and staff recognition.
- NJ
- Middlesex County
- 1/4/24
- 01/04/2024
- 84 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The South Brunswick School Board recently reconvened to reelect its leadership and address various topics of importance for the upcoming year. The meeting saw Lisa Rodgers maintain her position as president, with Laura Hernandez elected as vice president. Superintendent Scott Feder discussed the impact of a recent water damage incident and the extension of the preschool lottery application deadline. The board also delved into ethics training, reviewed new regulations, and recognized the importance of public comments on agenda items.