- NJ
- Essex County
- 4/29/24
- 04/29/2024
- 40 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the West Essex School Board adopted a budget for the 2024-2025 school year with a total general fund of $47,274,221, special revenue fund of $332,000, and debt service fund of $75,600, resulting in a grand total of $48,114,821. This new budget maintains all existing district staff, academic offerings, extracurricular activities, and transportation, and includes an additional staff member at the middle school, renovations to the Arts and Music Wing, and additional security cameras. The tax levy will increase by 3.22%, impacting the average assessed home values differently across the towns in the district.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 4/15/24
- 04/15/2024
- 67 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the West Essex School Board discussed several initiatives and achievements. The board highlighted a formalized partnership with the School Culture and Climate Initiative, the district’s recognition as a “No Place for Hate” institution, and the impact of the Italian program on a West Essex alum’s college experience.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 3/18/24
- 03/18/2024
- 67 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The West Essex School Board’s recent meeting addressed important developments in educational enrichment and infrastructure, including presentations on scientific research by students, the announcement of a new athletic director, the approval of preliminary budgets for school upgrades, and the retirement of a beloved staff member.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 3/4/24
- 03/04/2024
- 33 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the West Essex School Board discussed impactful changes to the Middle School reading program, an initiative to teach students about credible sources, and ongoing efforts to improve the school climate.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 2/12/24
- 02/12/2024
- 74 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent West Essex School Board meeting, members celebrated academic achievements, including the success of the Mastery Program in seventh grade, student accomplishments in mathematics and business, and the recognition of West Essex High School for the AP Computer Science Female Diversity Award. The board also discussed teacher professional development, student-led projects, and community initiatives aimed at fostering a positive school culture and climate.