Verona School Board Scores High in Self-Evaluation, Discusses Key Policies and Community Engagement

Overview: The Verona School Board meeting on September 10, 2024, focused on the board’s recent self-evaluation, discussed policy updates, and emphasized the importance of community involvement in educational decisions.

Verona Board Discusses Library Space Controversy and Pilot Program Implications

Overview: The Verona School Board meeting covered various issues, including the controversial proposal to convert part of the HBW School library into administrative office space and the implications of pilot programs on school funding and enrollment.

Verona School Board Focuses on Security and Adjusting Graduation Requirements

Overview: In the latest Verona School Board meeting, discussions centered on enhancing school security measures and revising graduation requirements in light of high rates of alternative assessment utilizations. The board weighed the cost and benefits of hiring security consultants against using existing district resources for emergency preparedness training. Concerns were also raised over the effectiveness of the current New Jersey Graduation Proficiency Assessment (NJGPA) system, with a high percentage of students needing alternative assessments, such as the Substitute Competency Test or portfolio appeals, to graduate.

Verona School Board Addresses Security Measures and Chromebook Costs

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Verona School Board delved into issues surrounding school security and technology upgrades, alongside celebrating the achievements of district alumni. Noteworthy was the contemplation of enhanced security evaluations and the approval of significant technological expenditures for staff.

Verona School Board Addresses Facility Upgrades and Security Concerns

Overview: The Verona School Board convened to deliberate on a variety of issues, among which the potential adoption of electric vehicles for the school’s fleet, the implementation of high-impact tutoring programs, the success of VHS students in national competitions, and discussions on the security of student data stood out. The meeting also addressed facility improvements, including the replacement of artificial turf at Verona High School and safety railings at Forest Avenue, along with the need for HVAC upgrades through grants.