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- Essex County
- 7/22/25
- 07/22/2025
- 56 Minutes
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Overview: The Verona School Board meeting on July 22, 2025, spotlighted multiple developments, most notably the awarding of a $51,750 grant from the Trees for Schools program. This funding will facilitate the planting of trees across school campuses. Additional topics included graduation statistics, tuition rates, and upcoming strategic plans for the district.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 6/26/25
- 06/26/2025
- 39 Minutes
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Overview: During the recent Verona School Board meeting, the board focused on introducing a new educational model aimed at enhancing both academic and social-emotional learning, while also celebrating the successes of the district’s spring sports teams.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 5/28/25
- 05/28/2025
- 47 Minutes
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Overview: The recent Verona School Board meeting focused on community concerns regarding the abolition of the STEM supervisor position and changes in class sizes at Lanning Elementary School. Parents voiced strong opinions on these matters, seeking clarity on the board’s decisions amid financial constraints and educational needs.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 5/13/25
- 05/13/2025
- 133 Minutes
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Overview: The recent Verona School Board meeting was marked by discussions and significant public concern over the decision to reduce the number of second-grade sections at Lanning Elementary School from three to two, a move driven by budgetary constraints. Parents and community members expressed strong opposition to this decision, highlighting the potential negative impact on student learning and teacher effectiveness. The board also grappled with ongoing challenges related to funding, particularly the implications of pilot funding on the district’s budget.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 4/29/25
- 04/29/2025
- 62 Minutes
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Overview: During the recent Verona School Board meeting, discussions revolved around the upcoming fiscal year’s budget constraints, the adoption of new educational programs, and safety concerns associated with student transportation near schools. The board deliberated on these issues, focusing on financial management, educational investments, and student safety measures.
